Chrysler Recall: 143,500 Minivans
Oct 15, 2002
DETROIT, Oct 15, 2002 Reuters repored that DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler arm said on Tuesday it was recalling about 143,500 minivans to fix fuel tanks that could leak. Chrysler said the recall involves 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans built in Windsor, Ontario, between September 2001 and Ma ... Continue reading
Delphi Signs U.S. Parts and Service Distribution Agreement with Parts Plus
Oct 15, 2002
TROY, Mich., Oct. 15, 2002 -- Marking another significant stride in its North American parts and service distribution strategy, Delphi Product & Service Solutions, a division of Delphi Corporation (DPH: NYSE), announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Parts Plus, a major automotive aftermarket parts di ... Continue reading
Global Response Reports Optimism for Telematics Among Auto Clubs Worldwide
Oct 15, 2002
CHICAGO--Oct. 14, 2002--Representatives of Global Response, a telematics consortium of the world's largest motoring organizations, are reporting continued progress and optimism in the deployment of telematics systems worldwide. In presentations to the ITS World Congress in Chicago this week, representatives of Global R ... Continue reading
Oct 11, 2002
FOR RELEASE: October 11, 2002 Southfield, Mich. - Roadside emergencies can be scary and overwhelming for any traveler. A flat tire on the interstate, smoke billowing from under the hood or a dead battery can send the unprepared motorist into panic mode. Being equipped is an important part to conquering those worries an ... Continue reading
Pennsylvania Motorists to Get Free Onboard Diagnostic Inspection and Maintenance Check
Oct 11, 2002
17 Counties Offering Free Emissions Checks HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 10 -- On behalf of Pa. Gov. Mark Schweiker, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PENNDOT) Secretary Bradley L. Mallory and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Secretary David E. Hess today announced that Oct. 31 will be the last day for mot ... Continue reading
Stolen $2K-$5K Xenon Headlights End Up On Low Riders and Rice Rockets- "Dey Jus Pluck 'Em Out"
Oct 11, 2002
October 11, 2002 BY WAYNE PARRY ASSOCIATED PRESS NEWARK, N.J. Wayne Parry writing for the Associated Press submitted this story: It was dark, Benjamin Benson was tired after a long day at the office, and he slumped wearily into his car, flicked the switch for the headlights and pulled out into traffic. "I start driving ... Continue reading
Miller Industries, Inc. Announces Agreements In Principle for the Sale Of RoadOne Markets
Oct 10, 2002
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Oct. 10, 2002; Miller Industries, Inc. today announced that the Company currently has entered into non-binding agreements in principle for the sale of 27 of its 33 RoadOne® towing service markets, and is in discussions regarding the sale of the six remaining markets. Based on these agreements and d ... Continue reading
Tips For Simple Auto Maintenance
Oct 10, 2002
BLOOMINGDALE, Ill.--Oct. 10, 2002--October is National Car Care Month and there's no need to stall when it comes to auto maintenance. Firestone Tire & Service Centers offer the following "Top 10 Tips for Great Car Care" to help drivers easily maintain safer, smoother-running vehicles. 1. Read the Owner's Manual Most th ... Continue reading
Ford Recalls 424,164 Taurus/Sables, Toyota Recalls 59,394 Echo's
Oct 8, 2002
DETROIT, Oct 8, 2002; Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co. said on Tuesday that it has recalled 424,164 of its Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable mid-size cars with adjustable pedals because the brake and accelerator pedals on an estimated 10 percent of the models are too close. Simultaneously stepping on the brake and the ... Continue reading
Just-In-Time - AIN'T - Toyota to Ship Parts from Asia by Air Amid Shutdown of West Coast Ports
Oct 7, 2002
DETROIT October 7, 2002-- Toyota Motor Corp. will likely soon start shipping components from Asia by air in an effort to keep its manufacturing facilities in North America undisturbed by the West Coast port shutdown. Toyota spokesman Dan Sieger said the company will make a final decision on the issue "sometime this wee ... Continue reading
Free Vehicle Inspections For Honda Customer Appreciation Day
Oct 4, 2002
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 3 -- With 950 Honda dealerships participating across the United States, this year's Honda Customer Appreciation Day will reach more Honda vehicle owners than ever. Kicking-off National Car Care Month, Honda's fifth annual Customer Appreciation Day will take place on Saturday, October 5th. Partici ... Continue reading
Oct 3, 2002
BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 3 -- America's growing obsession with younger looking faces evidenced by the Botox craze, is inspiring car owners to prolong the appearance of their automobiles as well. Four billion dollars were spent last year in the United States on enhancements to keep the interior and exterior of vehicles looki ... Continue reading
Daewoo recalls 40,000 Nubira cars in U.S;, VW 10,000 Passats
Oct 3, 2002
DETROIT, Oct 2, 2002; Reuters reports that South Korean automaker Daewoo Motor has recalled about 40,000 of its 2000 model year Nubira compact cars sold in the United States due to possible cracks and leaks from brake hoses, U.S. safety officials said on Wednesday. A brake fluid leak could result in brake failure, the ... Continue reading
Oct 2, 2002
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today released a list of auto safety recalls announced in August 2002 and urged consumers to have the problems promptly fixed. This list identifies the make and model of the vehicle or equipment involved, with a brief description of the safety problem. NHTSA sa ... Continue reading
Dave Gilbert Named President of Clear!Blue Chicago
Oct 2, 2002
CHICAGO, Oct. 2 -- Dave Gilbert, former president of Golin/Harris International, has been named president of Clear!Blue Chicago LLC, a strategic communications and events company that is part of Clear!Blue LLC, a national company with international reach, based in Birmingham, Michigan. As President of Clear!Blue Chicag ... Continue reading
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