Clean Air Partners' Dual-Fuel Technology Meets Rigorous Japanese Emissions Guidelines
Jul 14, 2003
SAN DIEGO--July 14, 2003-- Independent Testing by the Japan Automobile Research Institute Further Validates Low Emission Alternative for Heavy Duty Trucks U.S.-based Clean Air Partners, a leader in advanced emissions reduction technologies, has announced that its Dual-Fuel(TM) technology has enabled the first heavy-dut ... Continue reading
New Goodyear Performance Tire Targets 'H' Crowd
Jul 11, 2003
AKRON, Ohio, July 11 -- With race-inspired design elements and a continued emphasis on the healthy high-performance tire market, Goodyear has introduced a new H-speed rated tire designed for the enthusiast who demands high performance but also insists on value. The Goodyear Eagle GT-HR radial replaces the popular Eagle ... Continue reading
Hertz Enters Into Partnership With FixUSA
Jul 11, 2003
PARK RIDGE, N.J., July 10 -- The Hertz Corporation has partnered with FixUSA, the US division of FixAuto, to provide car rental services to FixUSA's network of independent auto body repair centers. Through Hertz Local Edition, Hertz' network of suburban rental locations, Hertz will offer car rental services, including ... Continue reading
Hot Weather the True Culprit Behind Car-Battery Trouble
Jul 10, 2003
BETHESDA, Md., July 10 -- Summer is the season for major car- battery problems. Heat, not cold, shortens battery life, says the Car Care Council. Excessive heat and overcharging are the two main reasons for shortened battery life. Heat causes battery fluid to evaporate, thus damaging the internal structure of the batte ... Continue reading
'New Generation' of Car Waxes Cut Waxing Time in Half
Jul 10, 2003
PLEASANTON, Calif., July 10 -- For most people, their automobile, truck or SUV represents the largest purchase they will ever make, second only to a home. While much effort is made to keep a car in running order, its exterior requires upkeep as well. Snowy winters, salt and sand eat away at a car's exterior. Summer's b ... Continue reading
Jul 9, 2003
MEXICO CITY, July 9 -- Delphi Product & Service Solutions, part of Delphi Corporation , presents its latest service solutions and new product offerings for the Independent Aftermarket and Consumer Markets at a media briefing next week at 9:00 a.m., July 15, 2003, for the 2003 PAACE Automechanika show. (Logo: http://www ... Continue reading
Lexus Tops J.D. Power Dependability Study
Jul 9, 2003
DETROIT July 8,2003; John Porretto writing for the AP reporteds that for the ninth consecutive year, Lexus was the highest ranking brand in the J.D. Power and Associates vehicle dependability study, the marketing research firm said Tuesday. Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota Motor Corp., was followed by Nissan Motor ... Continue reading
Car Care Is Easy at NADAguides.com
Jul 8, 2003
COSTA MESA, Calif., July 8 -- NADAguides.com, the nation's leading vehicle information resource on the Internet, today announced the launch of a comprehensive online Car Care Center at the company's website, www.NADAguides.com . The service, a joint effort between NADAguides.com and Meguiar's Inc., the world's premier ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor to Commence Tender Offer to Acquire Dana for $15 Per Share In Cash
Jul 8, 2003
TROY, Mich., July 8 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. today announced that it intends to commence a tender offer to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Dana Corporation for $15.00 per share in cash. ArvinMeritor's offer represents a premium of 56% over Dana's closing stock price on June 3, 2003, the last trading day before Ar ... Continue reading
MotorVac Launches Two New Maintenance Service Products
Jul 8, 2003
SANTA ANA, Calif.--July 8, 2003--MotorVac Technologies Inc. has announced the addition of two new Service Kits to supplement its TransTech and CoolantClean equipment. Each service kit consists of a 2-step process that was designed to be used with MotorVac machines and enhance the fluid exchange service. The solutions u ... Continue reading
Pioneer Recalls Car Amplifiers
Jul 7, 2003
Improper Installation May Result in Safety Hazard LONG BEACH, Calif., July 7 -- Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today announced the recall of the following four car amplifiers: GM-X572, GM-X574, GM-X972 and GM-D500M which have been sold since November 2002. Pioneer has determined that the installation of these car ampli ... Continue reading
NHTSA Publishes List of May 2003 Recalls
Jul 4, 2003
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today released a list of auto safety recalls announced in May 2003 and urged consumers to have the problems fixed promptly. This list identifies the make and model of the vehicle or equipment involved, with a brief description of the safety problem. NHTSA said ... Continue reading
Jul 3, 2003
- Campaign to Address a Possible Front Suspension Corrosion Problem - CHERRY HILL, N.J., July 2 -- Subaru of America, Inc., the only car company that offers symmetrical all-wheel drive as standard equipment on every vehicle in its product line, today announced a voluntary recall of certain 2003 Subaru Legacy and Outbac ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Recalls Several Models In Japan
Jul 1, 2003
NEW YORK July 1, 2003; Dow Jones reports that Mitsubishi Motors Corp. said Tuesday it will recall 6,054 Delica minivans for free repairs after two Delicas went out of control and caused traffic accidents, Kyodo News Service reported. MMC said it has found a similar injection pump defect in its Challenger sport- utility ... Continue reading
Carousel Capital and The Halifax Group to Acquire Meineke Car Care Centers
Jul 1, 2003
CHARLOTTE, N.C. and WASHINGTON, July 1 -- Carousel Capital and The Halifax Group announced today their agreement to fund a management-led buyout of Meineke Car Care Centers, Inc., one of the nation's leading franchisors of retail automotive services. The agreement is subject to the satisfaction of customary closing con ... Continue reading
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