KYOCERA to Acquire 100% Ownership of LCD Manufacturer OPTREX Corporation
Dec 28, 2011
Kyocera Corporation today announced that it has completed a share transfer agreement with three investment funds operated by Japan Industrial Partners, Inc. to acquire all shares of Optrex Corporation (herein "Optrex") -- a specialized manufacturer of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and related products -- in order to f ... Continue reading
2012 LuK RepSet Clutch Catalog Available in Print and Online
Dec 28, 2011
Schaeffler Group USA Inc. is pleased to announce the release of the 2012 LuK RepSet® Clutch Catalog. LuK has built upon their first-to-market strategy by adding more than 400 new part numbers with the latest edition of the catalog. The additional part numbers has grown their application coverage to greater than 95% of ... Continue reading
Dec 28, 2011
Bronx businessmen Ted Bessen and Steven Risso did the seemingly impossible: in 2009, they purchased a Nissan dealership in the heart of the Bronx that had been closed for a year, and in two years' time, turned it into New York City's top Nissan dealership -- poor economy and all. Along the way, Teddy Nissan became the ... Continue reading
Arctic Cat Announces Cash Buyback of 6.1 Million Class B Shares from Suzuki Motor Corporation
Dec 28, 2011
Arctic Cat Inc. today announced that it has purchased all of Suzuki Motor Corporation's approximately 6.1 million shares of Arctic Cat Class B common stock for a purchase price of $79.3 million. The stock buyback reduces Arctic Cat's outstanding shares from 18.4 million to 12.3 million, increasing non-Suzuki shareholde ... Continue reading
Right to Repair Advances in Massachusetts: Certified Voter Signatures Approved by Secretary of State
Dec 28, 2011
The Massachusetts Right to Repair Coalition has announced that it has received an official letter from the Secretary of State's office confirming that 83,180 signatures have been approved from every region of the state, far more than the 68,000 signatures required. This action moves the Right to Repair question toward ... Continue reading
Dec 27, 2011
At AUTOMOTIVE WORLD 2012 Technical Conference, world's leading companies such as Toyota, GM, VW, Nissan, Ford, Honda, Daimler, Robert Bosch, etc., will disclose their latest strategies and development situation on the hottest topics.[Jan. 18 -- 20, 2012 in Tokyo] Toyota, General Motors, Volkswagen, Nissan, Ford, Honda, ... Continue reading
Details of Ford Motor Company's December 2011 U.S. Sales Conference Call
Dec 27, 2011
Ford Motor Company will release its December 2011 U.S. sales results at approximately 9:45 a.m. EST Wednesday, January 4, 2012. At 10 a.m. EST, Erich Merkle, Ford U.S. sales analyst, will host a conference call for the investment community and news media to discuss the results and related market trends. He will be join ... Continue reading
Mr. Ticket, Los Angeles DUI Attorney, has Launched a New, DUI related Website
Dec 27, 2011
Driving under the influence, also called DUI, can apply to driving while impaired by alcohol, illegal drugs, or prescription or over-the-counter medications. In fact, any substance that could impair the judgment or reflexes of a driver may lead to DUI charges in California. DUI attorney, Mr. Ticket, is now providing DU ... Continue reading
Traveling This Winter? AARP has Tips to Stay Safe on the Road
Dec 27, 2011
The holidays mean food, family, and friends for many Illinoisans, but it also means snow, sleet, ice, and fog on the roads for travelers. No matter how many years of driving experience you have under your belt, winter weather never fails to present a wide variety of challenges. "Understanding how to drive safely in har ... Continue reading
Clean Diesel Technologies, Inc. Provides Update on London Low Emission Zone
Dec 27, 2011
Clean Diesel Technologies, Inc. Provides Update on London Low Emission Zone Clean Diesel Technologies, Inc. ("Clean Diesel"), a cleantech emissions reduction company, announced today that Transport for London (TfL), the executive agency responsible for administration and regulation of the Greater London Low Emission Zo ... Continue reading
GEICO Offers Winter Safe Driving Tips for Teen Drivers
Dec 27, 2011
With more cars on the highways and extreme weather conditions in some parts of the country, it's important for teens to stay focused on the roads during this holiday season. GEICO is encouraging teens to use caution to avoid accidents during this time of the year. Here are some of those important safety tips for all dr ... Continue reading
Dec 26, 2011
On -and off-road driving course demonstrates legendary 4x4 capability of Jeep brand vehicles Consumers can experience first-hand the attributes of the entire Jeep vehicle lineup without leaving the show floor The Jeep brand is bringing Camp Jeep, a unique driving experience, to consumers attending the San Diego Interna ... Continue reading
BAE Systems Awarded $41.9 Million to Assist in M113 Upgrades for Brazil
Dec 25, 2011
BAE Systems, in partnership with the Brazilian Army are upgrading 150 M113 armored personnel carriers for Brazil through a foreign military sales contract worth $41.9 million. 'This low cost upgrade work provides several benefits to the Brazilian Army including, improved vehicle performance and reliability' The Brazili ... Continue reading
Kia introduces Korea's first production electric vehicle
Dec 24, 2011
Kia introduces Korea's first production electric vehicle - Kia Ray EV marks beginning of new era in Korean motoring - EV assembled on same production lines as regular models - Range up to 139 km (86 miles) with fast-charging in 25 minutes - Unique EV navigation system locates closest recharging stations - 2,500 units t ... Continue reading
Stanford's Teresa Noyola Receives Honda Sports Award for Soccer
Dec 24, 2011
Stanford University's Teresa Noyola, whose playmaking prowess and ball-handling excellence helped lead her team to the 2011 national championship, has won the Honda Sports Award for soccer. Her selection by the Collegiate Women Sports Award Program recognizes Noyola as the country's top female player in her sport. The ... Continue reading
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