Counterfeit Air Bags Information
Feb 4, 2013
Recommended Dealer Guidance for Managing Counterfeit Air BagsConsumer Frequently Asked QuestionsWho to Contact About Counterfeit Air BagsNHTSA Statement on Updated Test Video of Counterfeit Air Bags NHTSA has become aware of a problem involving the sale of counterfeit air bags for use as replacement parts in vehicles t ... Continue reading
Pennzoil Renews Relationship With Paralyzed Veterans Of America
Feb 4, 2013
Today, Pennzoil announced it will continue support of Paralyzed Veterans of America. In 2013, Pennzoil will donate $250,000 to Paralyzed Veterans of America's Mission: ABLE program which helps veterans with disabilities get the care, benefits and jobs that they've earned and deserve. Through the Mission: ABLE program, ... Continue reading
NanoMarkets Issues New Report on Opportunities for Smart Mirrors
Feb 4, 2013
Industry analyst firm NanoMarkets today announced the release of its new report titled "Smart Mirrors Markets 2013." The report analyzes and quantifies the opportunities for both the existing market for automotive self-dimming rear-view mirrors and the emerging markets for even more sophisticated "digital mirrors" in a ... Continue reading
Feb 4, 2013
SoCal Penske Professional Vehicles, Acton Fleet Sales and Livernois Vehicle Development today announced the development of the all-new Chrysler 300-L 6-Inch extended sedan built on Chrysler's 300 Chassis. 'The 300 L 6-inch extended under development by Livernois offers the best of both worlds in terms of enhanced passe ... Continue reading
Feb 4, 2013
Alcoa today announced that Olivier Jarrault, Alcoa Executive Vice President and Group President, Engineered Products and Solutions, will speak at the Cowen and Company 34th Annual Aerospace/Defense Conference on Thursday, February 7, at The InterContinental Barclay in New York. The presentation is scheduled to begin at ... Continue reading
GM Relocating Performance Build Center to Bowling Green, Kentucky
Feb 1, 2013
$3.5 million investment will enhance growth of Corvette assembly plant BOWLING GREEN, Ky. January 31, 2013; General Motors will relocate its Performance Build Center, which allows engine aficionados to build their own specialty engines, from Michigan to the Bowling Green Assembly Plant, home of the Chevrolet Corvette. ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls' Technology Management Recognized by Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology
Feb 1, 2013
Automotive supplier participated in Europe-wide benchmarking project Johnson Controls, the global leader in automotive seating and seating components, has been named one of five winners of the "Successful Practices in Technology Management 2012" consortium benchmarking in technology management conducted by the Fraunhof ... Continue reading
Alcoa Aluminum Wheels Recognized for Safety and Energy Efficiency in China
Jan 31, 2013
Alcoa received a 2013 Accessory of the Year Award in the category of Best Safety and Energy Savings for the contributions of its forged aluminum wheels to China's bus manufacturing industry. ... Continue reading
Seven Prominent Auto Industry Leaders Will Judge Entries for Altair Enlighten Award
Jan 31, 2013
Altair today announced that an eminent group of industry leaders will serve as judges for the Altair Enlighten Award, a new program to recognize innovation in vehicle light-weighting for the auto industry. In collaboration with the Center for Automotive Research (CAR), Altair has created this award as a competition ope ... Continue reading
Almost Two Thirds of all the Safety Products in Europe's Best in Class Cars Produced by Autoliv
Jan 30, 2013
Almost two thirds of all the safety products in Euro NCAP's (New Car Assessment Program) best in class cars of 2012 delivered by Autoliv. In 2012, Euro NCAP published the safety rating for 36 vehicles available in the European market. The organization recently highlighted eight five-star vehicles in different categorie ... Continue reading
China Automotive Systems Won the 2012 Annual Chrysler China Regional Excellent Supplier Award
Jan 30, 2013
China Automotive Systems, Inc. ("CAAS" or the "Company") , a leading power steering components and systems supplier in China, today announced that it received the 2012 Chrysler China Regional Excellent Supplier award at the Chrysler Excellent Supplier Award Conference in Xiamen, China. CAAS also received Chrysler's sec ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations Announces Firestone-Brand Radial All Traction RC Tires
Jan 29, 2013
Bridgestone Agricultural Tire, U.S. & Canada Commercial Tire Sales (BAAG), manufacturer of Firestone-brand farm tires, announced the launch of Firestone-brand Radial All Traction RC tires specifically for use on today's high-capacity, self-propelled sprayers. The Firestone-brand Radial All Traction RC tires are made wi ... Continue reading
Winter Car Accessories Necessary to Deal with Late Cold Snap
Jan 29, 2013
Countless motorists have been caught out in the last few days because of the sudden return of very cold weather. Car parts retailer Euro Car Parts is keen to do its bit to make sure that drivers are prepared for the possibility of a cold snap at any time. This winter has been unusually mild so far and motorists have se ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to Park Garage at 2013 Chicago Auto Show
Jan 29, 2013
1,015 sq.-ft. garage and more than 300 quality-tested Mopar performance parts and accessories Exhibit to feature the new Mopar '13, a Moparized all-new 2013 SRT Viper, and a full line of Mopar custom, commercial-grade cabinetry and toolboxes Chrysler Group LLC will feature a Mopar garage at this year's Chicago Auto Sho ... Continue reading
Jan 28, 2013
With dedicated employees, a business-friendly community and success of previous ongoing expansions, Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) announces plans to invest $129 million in its Mt. ... Continue reading
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