Dave Redinger - The Neighborhood Mechanic
Jun 28, 2010
Dave is a licensed auto mechanic with over 40 years in the trade. For the past 24 years h has operated Dr. H. Honda Specialists in Etobcoke(Toronto). Dave the neighborhood mechanic can be heard answering his neighbors car questions on AM740 radio each Saturday at 9 AM. Some of these conversations will also be published ... Continue reading
Week End Special Report: THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION EXPLAINED - Video Feature
May 15, 2010
AUTO CENTRAL - May 15, 2010: We are moving towards a whole new generation of fuels, vehicles and technologies, and as anyone who has looked under the hood of a modern car can tell you, you can't figure out what the heck is what! It's not like the old days when you could lift up the hood and do most of your own maintena ... Continue reading
A Groundbreaking Component for Future-Generation Engines
Jan 9, 2010
UniAir/MultiAir: Schaeffler Group manufactures the world's first fully variable hydraulic valve control system DETROIT, Jan. 8 -- The market launch of the world's first fully variable hydraulic valve control system once again substantiates the Schaeffler Group's reputation as an innovation leader and problem solver for ... Continue reading
First Scuderi Engine Prototype Unveiled
Apr 21, 2009
Scuderi Split-Cycle Engine Technology Gives Automakers New Internal Combustion Process DETROIT, MI April 20, 2009; The Scuderi Group today unveiled a cutaway model of the first proof-of-concept prototype for its Scuderi Split-Cycle Engine, fulfilling a family dream and passing another milestone in developing a more fue ... Continue reading
Winter Weather - No Time for a Weak Alternator
Jan 12, 2009
BROADVIEW, Ill., Jan. 12 -- MS -- Are you having difficulty starting your car in the morning? Is your car's battery unable to hold its charge? Do your headlights dim when you are using your heater and wipers? These are all warning signs that the alternator in your car may not be working up to capacity. "The alternator, ... Continue reading
A&D Technology Appoints New Director of Global Sales and Marketing
Sep 26, 2008
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--A&D Technology, Inc., a subsidiary of A&D Company, a global leader in engine and powertrain testing solutions, announced today the appointment of Mr. Kevin Kemp as Director of Global Sales and Marketing, effective August 11. Reporting to Eddie Koyama, President of A&D Technology, Mr. Kemp will be resp ... Continue reading
Automotive Engineers Help Save Lives And Cash
Sep 26, 2008
Automotive Engineers Help Save Lives And Cash It turns out all those fancy automotive safety devices cannot only help save lives, they can also save cash. According to The Economic Impact of Motor Vehicle Crashes, roughly $230.6 billion was exhausted on motor vehicle crashes in 2000 in the U.S. Nearly 42 thousand peopl ... Continue reading
Delco Remy's New 36SI Alternator Provides Improved Fuel Efficiency for Fleets
Sep 25, 2008
Wal-Mart Purchases 36SI Alternator to Further Fleet's Efficiency PENDLETON, Ind., Sept. 24 -- Delco Remy's new 36SI(TM) heavy-duty alternator is helping fleets meet fuel efficiency improvement goals. Design enhancements to the 36SI alternator include improved cooling, durability and overall efficiency. Ultimately, alte ... Continue reading
User-Convenient Vehicle Electronics are Centerpiece of Convergence 2008
Sep 23, 2008
DETROIT, Sept. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Making sure electronic features are "user-friendly" is the focus of Convergence 2008, the world-class transportation electronics conference hosted by Chrysler and set for Oct. 20-22 at Cobo Hall in Detroit. Today's consumers are increasingly comfortable with technology, and ... Continue reading
Quantum Performance and Team Shelby to Honor Carroll Shelby With 1st Annual 'Texas Roundup'
Sep 23, 2008
Rally to Shelby's Tech School, Dedication & Car Show to Mark Day DALLAS, Sept. 22 -- Quantum Performance, an Authorized Shelby Mod Shop will honor the legendary Carroll Shelby with its first annual Team Shelby Texas Roundup Drive on October 25, 2008. The event, which will begin at Quantum Performance's state-of-the-art ... Continue reading
Visteon to Present at Deutsche Bank 2008 Leveraged Finance Conference on Sept. 24
Sep 23, 2008
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Sept. 22, 2008 -- Visteon Corporation , a leading supplier of automotive systems and technology, will participate in the Deutsche Bank 2008 Leveraged Finance Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 24, at the Phoenician in Scottsdale, Ariz. Visteon's presentation is scheduled for 9:55 a.m. Mountain St ... Continue reading
May 15, 2008
Big car companies still locking independent shops out of some repair information BOSTON, May 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Nearly 100 men and women who work in the automotive aftermarket industry, including professional technicians from repair shops from around Massachusetts, converged on the Statehouse Tuesday, May 13 ... Continue reading
Future Auto Technology - 2008 SAE Wrap-Up
Apr 21, 2008
SAE IN DETROIT Bits and Pieces of the Auto Industry By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau We know itâs spring here in Southeast Michigan when the SAE (formerly known as the Society of Automotive Engineers â now SAE International to reflect interests broader than just automotive) comes to town for t ... Continue reading
Toyota Establishes Research Institute in North America
Apr 1, 2008
ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 1, 2008 -- Toyota Technical Center (TTC) a division of Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, today announced the establishment of the Toyota Research Institute of North America (TRI-NA). Toyota plans to spend $100 million during the next four years on advanced research activity ... Continue reading
Smart keyless technology for Ford Focus and Mondeo
Mar 10, 2008
Thanks to Ford's new keyless entry and ignition technology, the doors unlock automatically as the driver pulls a door handle. Similarly once inside, ignition is triggered at the press of the motorsport-inspired Ford Power button. ... Continue reading
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