Mar 24, 2010
LAS VEGAS--With teenagers in the United States well known for rebelling against parents and family members that do things in teensâ best interests, TextArrest today announced a new safe driving mobile application designed to keep driversâ eyes on the road and off their phones. The new TextArrest app is sure t ... Continue reading
Latest Map Database from Tele Atlas Delivers Broadest Global Coverage Available
Mar 23, 2010
LAS VEGAS--Tele Atlas, the world leader in high quality digital maps and dynamic content, today unveiled the latest version of its database, MultiNet® 2010.03. With more than 32 million kilometers (20 million miles), Tele Atlas maps cover more roads, more countries and more people than any other available map, with ... Continue reading
Mar 17, 2010
PARIS, March 16 -- Tires and tire-related operations represent around 99% of the Michelin Group's business. Consequently, only approximately 1% is generated by maps and guides, digital content provided by ViaMichelin, and licensed products managed by the Group's worldwide Michelin Lifestyle subsidiary. (Logo: http://ww ... Continue reading
Yokohama Tire Corporation to Introduce MY627W Commercial Tire at the Mid-America Trucking Show
Mar 11, 2010
FULLERTON, March 11, 2010: Yokohama Tire Corporation will introduce its latest all-position waste and sanitation tire, the MY627Wâ¢, at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), March 25-27 at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The MY627W, which replaces the Y773â¢, offers new features designed to de ... Continue reading
The Golf Sport Has a New Name - ABT Golf R
Mar 11, 2010
When ABT Sportsline deals with the VW Golf, the result is traditionally a compact super sports car. This is because the world's largest tuner of vehicles from the Volkswagen group has given all generations of the successful Wolfsburg car an optical and technical boost. The current super Golf answers to the letter R, wh ... Continue reading
Automotive Expert Bobby Likis' 'State of the Automotive Industry' Suite
Mar 9, 2010
Frank commentary on Aftermarket Sweet Spot, Automotive Maintenance, Gas Prices, General Motors and Chairman Toyoda's Testimony PENSACOLA, Fla., March 8 -- Respected automotive industry expert & host of the nationally syndicated "Bobby Likis Car Clinic" broadcast, Bobby Likis tells it like it is in the automotive servic ... Continue reading
What's in a Name: Generic versus Brand Name Auto Parts
Mar 6, 2010
Editor- "Unlike many consumer products such as food, there are no government regulations on most auto parts. Yet poorly made auto parts can pose a real safety risk." Doesn't this pose a real danger to drivers? Take a look at the article below. Thanks! Jenn What's in a Name: Generic versus Brand Name Auto Parts The Part ... Continue reading
Near-Future Auto Platform Consolidation Threaten Auto Parts Makers
Mar 6, 2010
By Thom CannellDetroit BureauThe Auto Channel Detroit MI March 5, 2010; All automobiles, whether a Lincoln MKT, Mazda2, or Volkswagen Passat are built on what the industry calls a platform or architecture. Just as the houses in your subdivision, or condos in your building have similarities in design and construction, s ... Continue reading
Pioneer in Vehicle Telematics, ATX's Steve Millstein, to Retire
Mar 5, 2010
DALLAS, March 4 -- Steve Millstein, president of ATX Group, Inc., a leading provider of connected vehicle (or telematics) services for the global automotive industry, today announced his decision to retire as president, effective March 31, 2010. He will actively continue with the company as senior advisor, providing on ... Continue reading
Ram is First Truck in Texas to Offer Live, Mobile TV
Mar 4, 2010
Chrysler Group LLC to Showcase New TV Technology in Heavy-Duty Ram at Dallas Auto Show DALLAS, March 3 -- -- Company now offers live, mobile TV in eight 2010 model-year vehicles: Chrysler Town & Country, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Commander, Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Journey, Dodge Nitro, Ram 1500 and Ram 2500/3500 -- ... Continue reading
Eaton Hybrid Systems Achieve 30 Million Miles of Service Worldwide
Mar 3, 2010
KALAMAZOO, Mich.--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation , a global leader in the development of hybrid power systems for commercial vehicles, announced today that customers using the companyâs hybrid systems have collectively accumulated more than 30 million miles of clean, reliable service through ... Continue reading
Honeywell Sets New Standard in Small Engine Turbocharging
Mar 3, 2010
Engine Downsizing Trend Boosted by Launch of World's Most Fuel-Efficient Euro5 five-seater Car delivering an industry-leading 87g/km GENEVA, March 2 -- Honeywell announced today that its turbocharger will be featured on the world's most fuel efficient five-seater passenger car - the newly launched VW Polo BlueMotion 1. ... Continue reading
Pennzoil Introduces Its Most Advanced Synthetic, Pennzoil Ultra
Mar 2, 2010
New Hyper Cleansing Technology Keeps Engines Closer to Factory Clean to Help Consumers Protect their Vehicle Investment and Increase Engine Efficiency HOUSTON, March 1 -- Today, Pennzoil is ushering in the next generation of engine protection with the release of its most technologically advanced motor oil, Pennzoil Ult ... Continue reading
Mar 1, 2010
PALO ALTO, Calif.--HP Enterprise Services and Apriso® today announced General Motors has selected HP to implement an Apriso solution to expand visibility into and control over battery manufacturing and supply chain operations. âNow more than ever, manufacturers have a critical need for real-time quality issue n ... Continue reading
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