News By Topic: Repair and Maintenance

Manheim Named One of the Top 50 "Best Employers for Workers Over 50" By AARP

Sep 29, 2008

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Andrea Mills September 29, 2008 McNeely Pigott & Fox (615) 259-4000 MANHEIM NAMED ONE OF TOP 50 "BEST EMPLOYERS FOR WORKERS OVER 50" BY AARP ATLANTA - Manheim's reputation as a great place to work has been recognized by one of the nation's most recognized member organizations. AARP has r ... Continue reading

China's Dalian port sees sharp rise in auto imports, Jan-July

Sep 28, 2008

China's Dalian port sees sharp rise in auto imports, Jan-July http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1007898/China-s-Dalian-port-sees-sharp- rise- in-auto-imports-Jan-July.html Shanghai, September 28 (Gasgoo.com) The latest statistics released by Dalian Customs in northeast China's Liaoning Province show that Dalian Port impo ... Continue reading

Funding Approved For Historic Industry Loans

Sep 27, 2008

WASHINGTON, DC., September 27, 2008 – According to Harry Stoffer, writing for Automotive News, says that in a rare Saturday session, Congress gave final approval to funding that will launch a $25 billion low-interest loan program for automakers and suppliers. The program, designed to help companies retool for more ... Continue reading

IAC Toluca Facility Awarded Prestigious 2008 Shingo Bronze Medallion

Sep 27, 2008

DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 26 -- International Automotive Components Group (IAC) announced today its Toluca manufacturing facility has received the 2008 Shingo Bronze Medallion. Referred to as "The Nobel Prize of Manufacturing" by Business Week, the Shingo Prize was presented in Guadalajara, Mexico by the Shingo Prize Boar ... Continue reading

Bosch, Detroit Science Center Exhibit Inspires, Educates Future Engineers

Sep 27, 2008

Bosch electronic stability control system exhibit completed DETROIT, Sept. 26 -- Robert Bosch LLC unveiled the completed electronic stability control (ESC) system exhibit at the Detroit Science Center. The exhibit is part of the Science Center's On the Road with General Motors Gallery Vehicle Systems Exhibit Collection ... Continue reading

Precision Auto Care Announces FY 2008 Year End Results

Sep 26, 2008

LEESBURG, Va., Sept. 26 -- Precision Auto Care, Inc. (OTC:PACI) (BULLETIN BOARD: PACI) announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2008. Revenue was $12.7 million and profit was $600,000, or $0.02 per share, compared with a profit of $3.4 million, or $0.12 per share, on revenue of $12.1 million ... Continue reading

Fall Car Care Month: Meineke Offers Advice, Tips

Sep 26, 2008

CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(Grassroots Newswire)--With a new season comes a rejuvenated spirit, fall cleaning – and vehicle maintenance. Therefore, with the road trips that many people took over the summer and in recognition of Fall Car Care Month this October, Meineke Car Care Centers are encouraging drivers to make sure t ... Continue reading

Ford Leads All Automakers With Most Top Safety Picks, Besting Honda in IIHS Crash Tests

Sep 25, 2008

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) named the 2009 Ford Flex and Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKS and Mercury Milan as "Top Safety Picks." - No other automaker has as many "Top Safety Pick" awards as Ford Motor Company, which tops the industry with 16. - The body structure on the automaker's newest models feature ... Continue reading

Toyota Tundra Adds to Its Versatile Lineup With Two New TRD Packages

Sep 25, 2008

DALLAS, Sept. 25 -- Toyota's 2009 Tundra full-size pickup truck will enhance its on- and off-road appeal with the addition of two new option packages from Toyota Racing Development (TRD). A new TRD Rock Warrior Package is specially tuned and equipped with dynamic appearance features for off-road adventure and a powerfu ... Continue reading

Hella Lane-Change Warning System to Appear in BMW 7 Series

Sep 25, 2008

PLYMOUTH, Mich.-- Hella, a global supplier of automotive lighting and electronics, will supply its 24-GHz radar-based lane-change warning system for the 2009 BMW 7 Series, making it the ninth vehicle worldwide to feature the technology. The Hella system is designed to warn drivers of vehicles in their “blind spots ... Continue reading

Azure Dynamics Announces Issuance of Deferred Share Units

Sep 25, 2008

OAK PARK, Michigan, September 25 -- Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD, LSE: ADC & OTCQX: AZDDF) - ("Azure" or the "Company"), a leading developer of hybrid electric and electric powertrains for commercial vehicles has granted 239,120 Deferred Share Units ("DSUs") to Director, Scott T. Harrison as of September 23, 20 ... Continue reading

WABCO CEO Esculier Delivers Keynote Address at Hazardous Goods Symposium

Sep 25, 2008

BRUSSELS and HANOVER, Germany, September 25 -- WABCO Holdings Inc. , a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that Chief Executive Officer Jacques Esculier will deliver a keynote presentation regarding industry developments in driver assistance systems on Sept ... Continue reading

Dongfeng Nissan to develop C-platform sedan

Sep 25, 2008

Dongfeng Nissan to develop C-platform sedan http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1007859/Dongfeng-Nissan-to-develop-C-pl atfor m-sedan.html Shanghai, September 25 (Gasgoo.com) Dongfeng Nissan, a joint venture between Nissan Motor Co and Dongfeng Motor Corp, will develop a C-platform sedan in its own research and development ... 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

Bill Heard Enterprises closes its doors

Sep 24, 2008

Scottsdale, AZ., Sept. 24, 2008 - According to Automotive News' Chrissie Thompson, Bill Heard Enterprises, the country's top Chevrolet dealer group, is closing the doors at all of its 13 dealerships at the end of business today, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. The company notified the stores' gen ... Continue reading