Mercedes-Benz Sprinter wins German Commercial Vehicle Prize
Jul 28, 2006
Winner is the new Sprinter Tested by tradesmen Presentation of prize on September 22 at IAA in Hanover STUTTGART - July 27, 2006: Twelve testers, all master tradesmen with fleets of their own, tested the vehicles entered for the competition during an entire weekend. And they came up with a winner: the new Mercedes-Benz ... Continue reading
Strong Sales and Margins Fuel Another Record Quarter for Cummins
Jul 28, 2006
COLUMBUS, Ind.--July 27, 2006--Cummins Inc. continued to deliver on its commitment to produce strong returns for its shareholders, reporting record sales and profits for the second quarter. Sales volumes remain robust across all operating segments and gross margin was at its highest level in 10 years. Second-quarter sa ... Continue reading
A First in the Utility Vehicle Industry -- Club Car Debuts All-New 4X4 XRT1550 IntelliTach
Jul 27, 2006
AUGUSTA, Ga., July 27 -- Offering the ultimate in versatility and convenience, Club Car has created the XRT1550 IntelliTach, a utility vehicle featuring a fully automatic, hydraulic-powered attachment system - a breakthrough in the UV market. The new system redefines multitasking by enabling the XRT1550 IntelliTach to ... Continue reading
Nissan Announces Global Light-duty Truck Platform
Jul 27, 2006
TOKYO, July 27, 2006; Reuters reported that Japan's Nissan Motor Co. said on Thursday it has developed a common platform for light-duty trucks that would be used on the new Cabstar and other models in future to maximise efficiency. The new platform, along with another one for panel vans, will replace Nissan's 11 unique ... Continue reading
Cummins Partners With Auto Manufacturer To Supply Light-duty Clean Diesels
Jul 26, 2006
COLUMBUS, Ind July 26, 2006; Cummins Inc. today announced it has reached agreement with a major automotive manufacturer serving the North American market to produce and market a light-duty, diesel-powered engine. For competitive reasons, Cummins' original equipment manufacturer partner in the venture has asked to remai ... Continue reading
Jul 25, 2006
COLUMBUS, Ind.--July 25, 2006--Cummins Inc. announced today that it has reached a new lease agreement on its Corporate Office Building, 500 Jackson St., that will keep the Company a central part of downtown Columbus for many years to come. The renewal takes effect Aug. 1, 2006. The current lease was scheduled to expire ... Continue reading
James Bond's Other Great Casino Royale Ride - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
Jul 21, 2006
TURIN, Italy â July 21, 2006: The James Bond production company chose New Holland, the global construction equipment manufacturer member of the Fiat Group, to supply a total of 11 machines, including two W190 wheel loaders, tosupport the making of this latest blockbuster. A W190 will have the starring role in the ... Continue reading
LINE-X Spray-On Truck Bedliners Takes Role Seriously in Serving Communities Responsibly
Jul 13, 2006
SANTA ANA, Calif., July 13 -- LINE-X Spray-On Truck Bedliners is an environmentally-responsible company with an environmentally-friendly product. With the vast changes in Environmental and Government regulations in North America and around the world, LINE-X Spray-On Truck Bedliners is an industry leader in the research ... Continue reading
Slow Pickup Sales Hurts Detroit Automakers
Jul 11, 2006
DETROIT, July 10, 2006; Poornima Gupta writing for Reuters reported that U.S. sales of full-size pickup trucks have slowed in recent months on rising interest rates and high gas prices, increasing pressure on Detroit's automakers to boost incentives and clear swollen inventories. The pickup truck segment has been a sou ... Continue reading
Detroit Diesel Corporation 'Steps Up' Engine Overhaul Capability
Jul 10, 2006
Company Offering Various Options for Engine Overhauls DETROIT, July 10 -- Detroit Diesel Corporation is making it easier for fleet managers and owner/operators to understand the options available to overhaul their heavy-duty Series 60(R) engine through a program called StepUP(TM). The company's StepUP(TM) Overhaul Prog ... Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Group Expanding Manufacturing Facility in Mexico
Jul 7, 2006
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, July 6 -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. , announced today that it plans to expand its Electrical/Mechanical Division (EMD) by adding a 175,000 square foot world- class manufacturing and technology facility in Agua Prieta, Mexico. The new facility will consolidate three existing facilities currently o ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Fuso Launches Cleanest Light Truck in the World
Jul 6, 2006
Mitsubishi Fuso Launches Cleanest Light Truck in the WorldCanter Eco Hybrid features top fuel efficiency and will be the first light-duty truck to meet Japanâs stringent, new long term emissions regulationsComprehensive concept Ecology/Economy/Easy Drive combining benefits for both customers and societyDaimlerChry ... Continue reading
Senate Committee Includes $20 Million for National Diesel Retrofit Program
Jul 6, 2006
WASHINGTON July 5, 2006 - The $20.127 million for the Diesel Emissions Reduction Program included in the Senate Appropriations Committee 2007 Interior Appropriations Bill is a symbolic starting point, but the program should be fully funded at the President's initial request of $49.5 million, the diesel industry urged t ... Continue reading
Accuride Corporation Announces Reorganization of Sales Management Team
Jul 6, 2006
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--July 5, 2006--Today, Accuride Corporation announced that it has reorganized its sales management team to further drive quick customer response and identification of opportunities throughout the sales organization. As a portion of the reorganization: -- Tony Pape was named Vice President of Truck OEM S ... Continue reading
GM Delivers 413,473 Vehicles in June, Highest Monthly Sales Of 2006:
Jul 3, 2006
FOR RELEASE: 2006-07-03 CONTACTS Sales up 15.2 Percent Compared To May Launch Vehicles Continue Momentum Highest Market Share of 2006 Anticipated DETROIT - General Motors' dealers in the United States sold 413,473 new cars and trucks in June, the company's best sales performance year-to-date, up 15.2 percent, or about ... Continue reading
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