US$12M Financing - NewTech Brake Corp.
Mar 16, 2006
BLAINVILLE, QC, March 15 -- Mr. Vianney Dumoulin, Executive Vice- President of NewTech Brake Corp. (NASDAQ OTC: BB: NWTB) is pleased to announce that the documents related to a US$12M financing have been completed and signed. Mr. Dumoulin has stated: "These negotiations have taken place in a climate of mutual trust and ... Continue reading
Mar 15, 2006
ARLINGTON, VA — Taking over from longtime president Brian O'Neill, Adrian Lund now is president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and affiliated Highway Loss Data Institute. Before becoming president in January 2006, Dr. Lund held numerous positions at the Institutes. "Many people already are aware of ... Continue reading
Official NHTSA Recall Notice For 805,000 GM Pickups
Mar 11, 2006
Make / Models : Model/Build Years: CHEVROLET / SILVERADO 1999-2000 GMC / SIERRA 1999-2000 Manufacturer : GENERAL MOTORS CORP. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V066000 Mfg's Report Date : MAR 08, 2006 Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Potential Number Of Units Affected : 805368 Summary: CERTAIN PICKUP ... Continue reading
GM Recalls About 900,000 Pickup Trucks
Mar 10, 2006
WASHINGTON March 10, 2006; Ken Thomas writing for the AP reported that General Motors Corp. said Friday it is recalling about 900,000 pickup trucks worldwide to fix tailgate cables that can corrode and break when loads are placed on them. The recall involves 1999-2000 models of the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra tr ... Continue reading
Cottman Transmission and AAMCO Transmissions Combine
Mar 8, 2006
Deal Creates Nationwide First Stop for Transmission and Complete Car Care Services HORSHAM, Pa., March 8 -- Cottman Transmission today announced its combination with AAMCO Transmissions, forming one of the country's largest complete car care companies, with more than 1,100 locations throughout the United States. The co ... Continue reading
Delphi Remanufactured Engine Control Modules and Powertrain Control Modules Now Available
Mar 7, 2006
TROY, Mich., March 7 -- Delphi, a major supplier of ECM/PCM units to OEMs around the world, recently announced a new line of remanufactured Engine Control Modules (ECMs) and Powertrain Control Modules (PCMs) for the independent aftermarket, building upon more than 25 years of global remanufacturing experience supportin ... Continue reading
Mar 6, 2006
~ Expands Store Base and Strengthens Geographic Footprint ~ ROCHESTER, N.Y., March 6 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. today announced that it has entered into an asset purchase agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of ProCare Automotive Service Solutions, L.L.C. ("ProCare"), a privately owned automotive serv ... Continue reading
NHTSA Investigates Potential Problems with Ford Trucks, Audi, Toyota and Chrysler Pacifica
Mar 3, 2006
Government Investigating Reports of Fires in Audi Sedans; Another Look at 2004 Recall WASHINGTON March 3, 2006; The AP reported that the U.S. government said it was re-examining a 2004 recall of Audi sedans for wiring problems after it received six reports of fires starting in the driver's side dashboard. In March 2004 ... Continue reading
Honda told to improve recall practices
Mar 3, 2006
TOKYO March 3, 2006; Japan Today reported that Japan's transport ministry on Thursday ordered Honda Motor Co to improve its recall practices, saying it had been slow to publicize faulty fuel pumps in some of its Accord models. Honda reported to the ministry the same day that it will recall 21,275 of its Accord passenge ... Continue reading
Cold Temperatures Keep AAA Road Service Busy
Mar 2, 2006
DEARBORN, Mich., March 2 -- As of 2 p.m. today (March 2), AAA Michigan reports that Emergency Road Service contractors have assisted 1,480 motorists stranded due to cold weather, slippery road conditions and freezing rain. Common cold-weather issues include dead batteries and lockouts -- motorists are advised to keep a ... Continue reading
AAA Survey Cites Top Five Car Troubles for 2005, NAPA Offers Solutions
Mar 1, 2006
ATLANTA--Feb. 28, 2006--Tire pressure was the number one vehicle issue identified during nationwide clinics conducted by AAA and its affiliated repair facilities during 2005 AAA Car Care Month. Results are based on inspections conducted on nearly 6,500 vehicles by 20 different AAA clubs. As a leading automotive solutio ... Continue reading
FunKtion Auto Group Announces Grand Opening
Feb 28, 2006
DULLES, Va.--Feb. 28, 2006--FunKtion Auto Group, a Dulles, VA based automobile dealership, maintenance shop, racing group and auto enthusiast club today announced the grand opening of its 9,000 square foot facility. FunKtion Auto is located at 44264 Mercure Drive in Dulles, VA, and is accessible by both the Washington ... Continue reading
Performance World Custom Car & Truck Show
Feb 27, 2006
Style and Horsepower Featured at the 2006 Performance World Custom Car & Truck Show Monday, February 27, 2006 (Toronto) - Performance World Custom Car & Truck Show is gearing up in preparation for another exciting exhibition, with Funkmaster Flex headlining the event. The hardcore show for car enthusiasts rides into th ... Continue reading
Hella Supports Student Auto Technician Skills Competition
Feb 27, 2006
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Feb. 27 -- Hella's support of the national Student Auto Skills Competition will continue in 2006, according to Steve Hubble, president of Hella Electronics Corporation. Since 1991, Hella has donated more than 10,000 automotive components worth more than $15,000 to the competition, which is co-sponsored ... Continue reading
Farmers Catches Northern California Auto Glass Business Submitting Inflated Windshield Claims
Feb 25, 2006
LOS ANGELES--Feb. 24, 2006--Farmers Insurance Exchange has begun serving civil summons and complaints upon Redding auto glass company Onsight Auto Glass and its owner, accusing them of taking part in a scheme designed to defraud Farmers and its policyholders. The civil complaint, which is similar to prior successful la ... Continue reading
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