Navfree Spain: The GPS Navigation App That Gets More Accurate Every Month
Aug 18, 2011
With 2.8 million users globally and no 1 in navigation in 9 countries, Navfree today launches in Spain. Available from iTunes for iPhone and iPad, Navfree is completely free to download and any user can help to make it the most accurate GPS navigation system for Spain by updating the mapping where they live or work. ... Continue reading
Fuel-Saving Northwest Drivers are Motivated by Greenbacks, Not Being 'Green'
Aug 18, 2011
A recent poll from Northwest insurer PEMCO Insurance reveals that while a majority of drivers say they take steps to reduce the amount of gas they use, about eight out of 10 drivers in Washington and the greater Portland area say their fuel-efficiency practices are motivated by saving money, not the environment. ... Continue reading
Steve McClellan to Lead Goodyear North American Tire Business
Aug 18, 2011
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced that Stephen R. McClellan has been named president of the company's North American Tire business unit. McClellan will succeed Curt Andersson, who plans to pursue other professional interests. McClellan will continue to be responsible for North American Tire's consumer ... Continue reading
China Zenix Auto International Announces Memorandum of Understanding with SinoTruk
Aug 18, 2011
China Zenix Auto International Limited ("Zenix Auto"), the largest commercial vehicle wheel manufacturer in China in both the aftermarket and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) market by sales volume, today announced that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to form a strategic partnership with Si ... Continue reading
IIHS Report Names Red Light Safety Cameras as One of 7 Ways to Make Roads Safer
Aug 18, 2011
Today the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) released its list of seven safety measures including red light safety cameras that can cut traffic deaths significantly, but have not been widely implemented by every state. "It's no surprise the IIHS has found that red light safety cameras are a proven safety too ... Continue reading
Dow Corning Begins Monosilane Gas Production for Photovoltaics
Aug 18, 2011
Dow Corning has begun production of high-purity monosilane gas a key material used as an anti-reflective solar cell coating and as a feedstock for photovoltaics. "We have always said that we aim to be the material house for the solar industry." The gas is being manufactured in a state-of-the-art Dow Corning facility in ... Continue reading
Automotive Design Expert Mark Trostle to Head Roush Design Studio
Aug 18, 2011
Roush announced today that industry veteran D. Mark Trostle will head their automotive design team, based out of their state-of-the art Livonia, Michigan design studio. With over 40 years of experience in the automotive industry, Trostle will apply his expertise and wealth of hands-on involvement to Roush's OEM studio ... Continue reading
Aug 18, 2011
The 2nd Annual Electric Vehicle Safety Standards Summit, co-hosted by SAE International and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), provides a forum in which all relevant individuals, organizations and agencies can contribute to the development of action plans regarding the codes and standards necessary to eff ... Continue reading
Aug 18, 2011
Ford driving simulator helps ensure the MyFord Touch interface will best fit the needs of drivers in the all-new Ford Focus Electric The simulator takes users on an 11-mile circuit through a variety of terrain that a typical drive might include hills, cities and flat land The new Ford Focus Electric includes a unique e ... Continue reading
Wireless Matrix To Provide GPS Tracking for 10th Annual 9/11 Ride
Aug 18, 2011
Wireless Matrix (TSX: WRX), a leading provider of GPS fleet tracking services, announced today that it will provide GPS tracking for the 10th annual America's 9/11 Ride, August 19-21. ... Continue reading
Aug 18, 2011
Virgin America, the award-winning airline that is reinventing travel, announces today that it has partnered with The Hertz Corporation , the world's largest general use airport car rental brand, to offer Virgin America's Elevate loyalty program members exclusive deals on Hertz rental cars wherever the airline flies. El ... Continue reading
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: August New-Vehicle Retail Selling Rate Edges Up From July
Aug 18, 2011
New-vehicle retail sales for August have yet to spark a stronger recovery, but the selling pace continues to increase slowly from its low point in May, according to J.D. Power and Associates, which gathers real-time transaction data from more than 8,900 retail franchisees throughout the United States. Retail Light-Ve ... Continue reading
ZScanning Helps Tier 1 Auto Supplier Navigate Today's Trickiest Engineering Challenges
Aug 18, 2011
As automobiles change, so do the demands on suppliers of parts -- right down to the rubber hoses that carry air into the engine, coolant to the radiator, and fluids to brakes and windshields. ... Continue reading
Aug 18, 2011
As a wave of new models from Chinese and Indian auto manufacturers, including BYD, Mahindra and Tata, are poised to debut in the United States in the coming months, researchers from GfK Automotive found that significant barriers exist for these automakers to gain market share among American consumers. ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Global Market Review of Automotive Fuel Tanks - Forecasts to 2026
Aug 18, 2011
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global market review of automotive fuel tanks - forecasts to 2026" report to their offering. Global market review of automotive fuel tanks - forecasts to 2026 This latest just-auto report edition offers a global review of the automotive fuel tanks sector, its supp ... Continue reading
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