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Ford Says Focus Model Changes Supplier Relations

Ford Says Focus Model Changes Supplier Relations

The launch of the Ford Focus compact car on a shared platform, or underpinning, around the world allows the car to be made in Asia, Europe and North America using 80 percent common parts and 75 percent of the same supply base. "This whole thing is about economies of scale," said Tony Brown, head of global Ford global p ... Continue reading

Improving Listening Skills among Salespersons May Boost Sales of Additional Services and Customer Loyalty at Replacement Tire Retailers in Japan

Improving Listening Skills among Salespersons May Boost Sales of Additional Services and Customer Loyalty at Replacement Tire Retailers in Japan

J.D. Power Asia Pacific Reports: Improving Listening Skills among Salespersons May Boost Sales of Additional Services and Customer Loyalty at Replacement Tire Retailers in Japan ... Continue reading

KICKER Partners with Subaru for OEM High-Performance Audio Upgrades

KICKER Partners with Subaru for OEM High-Performance Audio Upgrades

Please use the above press release and image attachments at your convenience. If you have any questions, contact Roger, Christina or me at 1-800-256-0808 or reciprocate at this email address. Thank you. KICKER(r) Partners with Subaru(r) for OEM High-Performance Audio Upgrades STILLWATER, USA - KICKER(r) Performance Aud ... Continue reading

Ford Suppliers Add 5,500 Jobs to Support Global Launch of All-New Ford Focus

Ford Suppliers Add 5,500 Jobs to Support Global Launch of All-New Ford Focus

PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 25, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 25, 2011 -- New Focus suppliers are adding 5,500 jobs around the world to produce next generation of Ford's global car Next-generation Ford Focus has 80 percent parts commonality and uses 75 percent of the same supply base globally Ford is working more cl ... Continue reading

'REV It UP' Nationwide Auto Dealer Technician Contest Helps Instill Consumer Confidence in Auto Repairs; Attracts 6,000 Entrants

'REV It UP' Nationwide Auto Dealer Technician Contest Helps Instill Consumer Confidence in Auto Repairs; Attracts 6,000 Entrants

PR Newswire LAS VEGAS, Feb. 25, 2011 LAS VEGAS, Feb. 25, 2011 -- WHAT: A thorough inspection of every vehicle that enters an auto dealer service department is vital for both consumer confidence and safety. Mobile Productivity, Inc., (MPi) (www.mpifix.com) a Las Vegas, NV based firm that provides profitability tools for ... Continue reading

EPA Decision Preserves Scrap Tire Markets

EPA Decision Preserves Scrap Tire Markets

PR Newswire WASHINGTON, Feb. 23, 2011 Rulemaking Safeguards 20 Years of RMA Advocacy and Environmental Success WASHINGTON, Feb. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced a rulemaking that will preserve scrap tire markets and ensure the continued success of scrap tire m ... Continue reading

Ford eNews - Feb. 23, 2011

Ford eNews - Feb. 23, 2011

PR Newswire DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 23, 2011 DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 23, 2011 -- More than a pretty face: Ford Fiesta is tops in safety, too Sure, the Ford Fiesta looks great, but now its safety reputation is getting as much recognition as its sleek, sporty styling. Fiesta is the first car in its segment to earn top crash ... Continue reading

Subaru Partners With KICKER for Performance Audio Upgrades

Subaru Partners With KICKER for Performance Audio Upgrades

PR Newswire CHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 23, 2011 CHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 23, 2011 -- Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that it will partner with KICKER Performance Audio, a 30-year industry leader in mobile audio, to supply Subaru customers with original equipment (OE) upgrades for specific models. Â The high-perf ... Continue reading

U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. to Report Fourth Quarter 2010 Financial Results on February 28, 2011

U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. to Report Fourth Quarter 2010 Financial Results on February 28, 2011

PR Newswire CARSON, Calif., Feb. 22, 2011 CARSON, Calif., Feb. 22, 2011 -- U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. announced today that it will report financial results for the fourth quarter ended January 1, 2011, on Monday, February 28, 2011, after market close. The Company will hold a conference call to discuss the results th ... Continue reading

General Motors and Chrome Systems to Honor Outstanding Accessories Sales Performance by GM Dealers and Distributors

General Motors and Chrome Systems to Honor Outstanding Accessories Sales Performance by GM Dealers and Distributors

PR Newswire PORTLAND, Ore., Feb. 22, 2011 PORTLAND, Ore., Feb. 22, 2011 -- Recognizing the exceptional growth in accessories sales revenues at GM dealerships using the GM Accessories Digital Solution, powered by Chrome, General Motors and Chrome Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. , and a leader i ... Continue reading

Chevrolet MyLink Allows Drivers to Take Advantage of App-Based Platforms While Keeping their Hands on the Wheel and Eyes on the Road

Chevrolet MyLink Allows Drivers to Take Advantage of App-Based Platforms While Keeping their Hands on the Wheel and Eyes on the Road

n-vehicle entertainment and information systems, better know as infotainment, is the biggest growing trend in the auto industry. In many cases, access to phones, PDAs, music and maps is becoming more important to car buyers then what’s under the hood. Recently launched on The Engadget Show, Chevy MyLink plans to t ... Continue reading

Vehicle Inspections Help Consumers Fill Gaps in Vehicle History Reports

Vehicle Inspections Help Consumers Fill Gaps in Vehicle History Reports

PR Newswire LONG BEACH, Calif., Feb. 17, 2011 LONG BEACH, Calif., Feb. 17, 2011 -- The vehicle history report has revolutionized used car shopping for buyers and sellers. Having accident and title history, DMV records and repair information has shined a light on what used to be a "he said/she said" account about a vehi ... Continue reading

Teamsters Urge Congress to Reject South Korea Trade Deal

Teamsters Urge Congress to Reject South Korea Trade Deal

PR Newswire WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2011 Hoffa Issues First Public Statement on the Issue WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Teamsters General President Jim Hoffa today said he opposes the current version of the trade deal with South Korea and will urge Congress to reject it. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswi ... Continue reading

Right to Repair Act Reintroduced in Massachusetts

Right to Repair Act Reintroduced in Massachusetts

PR Newswire BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 17, 2011 Backed By Over 60 Co-sponsors for 2011-12 Legislative Session BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Right to Repair Act has been introduced in Massachusetts for the 2011-12 legislative session. The 2011 legislation is sponsored by Rep. Garrett Bradley (D-Hi ... Continue reading

REV It UP Nationwide Auto Dealer Technician Contest Attracts 6,000 Entrants; Finals are March 5 at Lexus of Henderson

REV It UP Nationwide Auto Dealer Technician Contest Attracts 6,000 Entrants; Finals are March 5 at Lexus of Henderson

PR Newswire LAS VEGAS, Feb. 17, 2011 LAS VEGAS, Feb. 17, 2011 -- WHAT: Mobile Productivity, Inc ., (MPi) (www.mpifix.com) a Las Vegas, NV based firm that provides profitability tools for auto dealer service departments, will be holding the final of "REV It UP", a nationwide contest for service technicians at MPi auto d ... Continue reading

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