May 5, 2006
NORTHVILLE, Mich., May 5 -- ZF -- a leading worldwide supplier of driveline and chassis technology -- named Elizabeth Umberson President of its Commercial Vehicle and Special Driveline Technology Division within North America effective June 1, 2006. Umberson replaces Dr. Hans Collenberg, who will take the position of D ... Continue reading
Superior Industries Reports First Quarter Results
May 4, 2006
VAN NUYS, Calif.--May 4, 2006--Superior Industries International, Inc. today announced financial results for the first quarter of 2006 that were in line with management's previous guidance. "Superior's first quarter results reflected the economic pressures of the 'big 3' facing North American automotive industry suppli ... Continue reading
Garmin Reports Record Quarter; Announces Two-for-One Stock Split and Cash Dividend
May 3, 2006
CAYMAN ISLANDS, May 3 -- Garmin Ltd. today announced a record first quarter ended April 1, 2006. First Quarter 2006 Financial highlights: -- Total revenue of $322.3 million, up 67% from $192.7 million in first quarter 2005 -- Automotive/Mobile segment revenue increased 252% to $150.7 million in first quarter 2006 -- Ou ... Continue reading
Enhanced Usage of Modules to Result in Implementation of Flexible Vehicle Platform Strategies
May 3, 2006
LONDON, May 3 -- Automakers in the European automotive market are increasingly implementing platform strategies that involve the sharing and standardisation of components to optimise costs and establish an efficient manufacturing process. To this end, automakers are focusing on strategies of platform sharing across var ... Continue reading
EPA Certifies Approves AFV Solutions' Propane Conversion for Ford 4.6-Liter Engines
May 2, 2006
MESA, Ariz.--May 2, 2006--AFV Solutions, Inc. (OTCBB:AFVS), an alternative fuel vehicle solution provider, has received a certificate of conformity from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its propane conversion system for the 2005 model year Ford Motor Co. 4.6-liter engine. The system allows a vehicle to oper ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Truck Reports Second Quarter 2006 Results
May 2, 2006
OSHKOSH, Wis.--May 2, 2006--Oshkosh Truck Corporation , a leading manufacturer of specialty trucks and truck bodies, today reported that, for the quarter ended March 31, 2006, earnings per share increased 28.8 percent to $0.67, on sales of $844.8 million and net income of $49.8 million. This compares with earnings per ... Continue reading
GM Recalls GMC and Chevrolet, Isuzu Pickups
May 1, 2006
General Motors to Recall About 400,000 Pickup Trucks Due to Defective Brake Lights
May 1, 2006
DETROIT May 1, 2006; The AP reported that General Motors Corp. is recalling about 400,000 pickup trucks due to defective brake lights. The affected vehicles are the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon from the 2004-2006 model years and the 2006 Isuzu i-280 and i-350. GM said some vehicles may permanently lose brake-lamp ... Continue reading
DAF Expanding XF105 Series with Rigids and Multi-axles
Apr 30, 2006
April 30, 2006: After DAF Trucks started production of the XF105's 4x2 tractor models in January 2006, production of the 4x2 rigids as well as a broad range of 6x2 versions of DAFâs new top model has also commenced. In the autumn, this range will be completed with 6x4, 8x2 and 8x4 versions, including the FTM, an 8 ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Vario: Enhanced Technology and Equipment
Apr 30, 2006
Powerful, economical engines meeting the Euro 4 emissions standard Choice of six-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission New colours and materials for cab STUTTGART - April 30, 2006: The latest generation of the Mercedes-Benz Vario takes to the road having had both its technology and its equipment upgraded. A ... Continue reading
Cummins Reports Strong First-Quarter 2006 Earnings
Apr 28, 2006
COLUMBUS, Ind.--April 28, 2006--Cummins Inc. today reported strong first-quarter earnings of $135 million, or $2.70 per diluted share, powered by sales growth across most of its markets and product lines, and continued gross margin strength. Sales for the quarter totaled $2.68 billion. Based on its first-quarter perfor ... Continue reading
Crimson Fire to Showcase Four Fire Trucks at FDIC
Apr 27, 2006
Innovative Technology, Design Appeal to Demand for Strength, Safety, Storage, Serviceability & Style BRANDON, S.D., April 27 -- Crimson Fire will showcase four new fire trucks featuring innovative technology and design improvements during FDIC, the industry's largest fire-rescue conference and trade show. The Brandon, ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Safety Technology Featured on SUVs and Trucks Earning NHTSA's Five-Star Rating
Apr 27, 2006
LIVONIA, Mich., April 27 -- The stars are aligned for vehicles featuring various automotive safety technologies supplied by TRW Vehicle Safety Systems Inc. (VSSI) -- a subsidiary of TRW Automotive Holdings Corp . TRW VSSI supplied occupant safety components to six of the eight vehicles earning a five-star rating for bo ... Continue reading
Highway Safety Leaders Demo Safety Measures for Area Drivers
Apr 27, 2006
National Share the Road Safety Tour Visits Phoenix to Save Lives on Area Highways On a typical day as many as 295,000 vehicles travel I-10 through Phoenix. Most automobile drivers are not aware of what they can do to avoid crashes with tractor-trailers. Who: State Senator Thayer Vershoor, State Representative Andy Bigg ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Truck Subsidiary Pierce Introduces New 100-Foot Aluminum Aerial Ladder
Apr 27, 2006
OSHKOSH, Wis.--April 27, 2006--Oshkosh Truck Corporation , announced today that its fire apparatus subsidiary, Pierce Manufacturing Inc., has expanded its aerial product line with the introduction of a 100-foot heavy-duty aluminum aerial ladder. The aerial delivers the highest distributed load ratings of any aluminum l ... Continue reading
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