Valeo: Third Quarter 2008 Results - Good Resistance in a Difficult Environment
Oct 21, 2008
PARIS, October 21 -- Following the meeting of its Board of Directors yesterday, Valeo presents its consolidated results for the third quarter 2008. In million euros 3rd quarter 9 months (Non audited) 2008 2007 change 2008 2007 change Total operating revenues 2,112 2,245 -5.9% 7,026 7,251 -3.1% Gross margin 315 340 -7.4 ... Continue reading
The World's First "Smart" Car Key Prototype
Oct 21, 2008
EINDHOVEN, Netherlands--BMW Group Research and Technology and NXP Semiconductors, the independent semiconductor company founded by Philips, have unveiled a prototype of the world's first multifunctional car key. The prototype features contactless payment, personalized access control, and advanced functionalities includ ... Continue reading
Hella Supplies 2009 Opel with Traffic Sign Detection Camera
Oct 21, 2008
PLYMOUTH, Mich.--Hella KGaA Hueck & Co., a tier-one supplier of automotive lighting and electronic equipment, is providing General Motorsâ European 2009 Opel Insignia with a camera system that reads traffic signs and warns of unintended lane departures. One of Hellaâs driver assistance systems, the optional c ... Continue reading
Nokia Returns as a Global Sponsor of the NAVTEQ Global LBS Challenge
Oct 21, 2008
Signs on for fourth consecutive year as Global Sponsor CHICAGO, Oct. 20 -- NAVTEQ, a leading provider of digital map data for location-based solutions and vehicle navigation, announced that Nokia will return for the fourth-consecutive year as a Global Sponsor of the 2009 edition of the NAVTEQ Global LBS Challenge. As a ... Continue reading
Continental's eHorizon Reads the Road to Optimize Vehicle Efficiency and Performance
Oct 21, 2008
-- Continental's eHorizon control unit concept shares navigation data with chassis, powertrain and other systems for improved drivability, fuel economy and safety -- Volume production planned for 2012 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 20 -- Commercial and passenger vehicle safety, drivability and fuel economy all can be improv ... Continue reading
Novomer Set to Continue Strong Momentum with New CEO and Corporate Headquarters in Massachusetts
Oct 21, 2008
BOSTON--Novomer Inc., a materials company pioneering a family of high-performance, biodegradable plastics, polymers and other chemicals from renewable substances, today announced the appointment of Jim Mahoney as its new chief executive officer and the relocation of company headquarters from Ithaca, N.Y. to Boston, Mas ... Continue reading
Oct 21, 2008
MEDFORD, Ore.--Lithia Motors, Inc. today announced that its third quarter 2008 earnings will be released on Tuesday, October 28th, 2008 at 1:05 p.m. PT. The Company will also be providing updated information on the progress of restructuring actions being taken. CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION A conference call to discuss t ... Continue reading
Two BorgWarner Technologies Named 2009 Automotive News PACE Awards Finalists
Oct 21, 2008
Industry-first Cam Torque Actuated (CTA(TM)) Camshaft Phasing System and Award-winning Pressure Sensor Glow Plug for Diesel Engines Make the Final List for PACE Awards; DualTronic(R) Performance Package Earns Honorable Mention AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 20 -- Two BorgWarner technologies have been named finalists for the ... Continue reading
Visteon Technology Helps Drivers to Be More Aware of Surroundings
Oct 20, 2008
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Oct. 20, 2008 -- Visteon Corporation is supplying the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country with optional driver awareness systems that help make drivers more cognizant of their surroundings. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) Visteon's Blind Spo ... Continue reading
Oct 20, 2008
Enhanced Autobrite(R) Imaging Technology Provides Wider Dynamic Range and Sensitivity for Low-light and Night-to-Bright Daylight Driving Conditions ATTLEBORO, Mass., Oct. 20 -- Sensata Technologies is launching a new vision for automotive, commercial and off-road vehicle safety with the introduction of its new CMOS-bas ... Continue reading
Lear Third-Quarter Earnings Conference Call Details
Oct 20, 2008
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Oct. 20 -- Lear Corporation will hold its third-quarter 2008 earnings conference call to review financial results and related matters on Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. EDT. To participate in the conference call: -- Domestic calls 1-800-789-4751 -- International calls 1-706-679-3323 The audio ... Continue reading
United Components to Release Third Quarter 2008 Earnings
Oct 20, 2008
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--United Components, Inc. will report financial results for the third quarter of 2008 on Wednesday November 12, 2008. Following the earnings release, the Company will conduct its quarterly conference call for investors and other interested parties on Thursday November 13, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time ... Continue reading
Xilinx Automotive Solutions Enable Networking for Vehicle Infotainment Systems
Oct 20, 2008
XA development platform powers in-vehicle networking and advanced audio/video functions for rear-seat entertainment unit DETROIT, Oct. 20 -- At the Convergence(R) Conference and Exhibition, Xilinx, Inc. , the world's leading programmable logic device (PLD) provider, is highlighting Xilinx Automotive (XA) programmable s ... Continue reading
Fujitsu Microelectronics to Feature Latest Graphics Display Controllers
Oct 20, 2008
Auto-Cockpit Demonstration, Industry-leading Controllers and GDCs Delivering Best-in-class Infotainment, Graphical Navigation at Booth 819 DETROIT, Oct. 20 -- Convergence 2008 -- Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will highlight its new generations of in-vehicle control technology for safety, navigation, ente ... Continue reading
Odyne Corporation to Evaluate Strategic Alternatives and Retain Financial Advisor
Oct 20, 2008
HAPPAUGUE, N.Y.--Odyne Corporation (OTCBB:ODYC), a clean technology company that develops advanced hybrid electric vehicle propulsion systems, announced today that the Company has retained Matrix USA, LLC as its financial advisor to evaluate the companyâs strategic alternatives, including a possible sale of the co ... Continue reading
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