Volvo Group Again Ranked as Sweden's Most Attractive Employer among Engineering Graduates
Oct 13, 2008
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: Volvo Group (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB) again ranked as Swedenâs most attractive employer among engineering graduates For the second consecutive year, the Volvo Group has been chosen as Swedenâs most attractive employer by the countryâs young engineers, according to Univers ... Continue reading
Continental's Safety Technology Ride & Drive
Oct 13, 2008
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 13 -- WHAT: Continental's Safety Technology Ride & Drive This is an opportunity to experience leading-edge automotive technology through real-world driving experiences. Numerous automotive vehicles featuring a selection of Continental's Chassis and Safety technologies including Full Speed Rang ... Continue reading
Delphi Audio Systems Help Commercial Fleet Owners Enhance Cabin Comfort and Convenience
Oct 13, 2008
Troy, Mich., October 13, 2008 â Delphi Corporation (PINKSHEETS: DPHIQ) provides audio systems that are "road-tough" with multi-functionality to meet the needs of commercial truck drivers, manufacturers and fleet owners. Trends show that fleet owners are enhancing the cabin of the truck by adding comfort and conven ... Continue reading
Oct 13, 2008
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Turns out the guy driving that 1967 Shelby GT500 as an enthusiast has the side benefit of being a smart investor. Leading into the Barrett-Jackson Auction Companyâs inaugural event in Las Vegas, the worldâs leading collector car auction house reported that many of the top cars sold have per ... Continue reading
Hitachi Chemical Sets Up an Automotive Parts Plant in Mexico
Oct 13, 2008
TOKYO--Hitachi Chemical Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Tokyo; President and CEO: Yasuji Nagase; paid-in capital: 15.5 billion yen)(TOKYO:4217) will establish Hitachi Chemical Mexico S.A. de C.V. (hereinafter called "Hitachi Chemical Mexico") to set up an automotive parts plant in the Montemorelos Industrial Park, which is loc ... Continue reading
Oct 13, 2008
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Aegis Mobility announced today an exclusive partnership to tackle the growing problem of distracted driving with the first of its kind cell phone technology, which empowers consumers to manage the distraction of cell phones or text messaging devices while a vehicl ... Continue reading
GM brings ASEP program to China for technician training
Oct 13, 2008
GM brings ASEP program to China for technician training http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1008013/GM-brings-ASEP-program-to-China -for- technician-training.html Shanghai, October 13 (Gasgoo.com) Last Saturday, Shanghai General Motors, GM's joint venture in China, announced it has launched the GM Automotive Service Educat ... Continue reading
Lear Reduces its 2008 Outlook for Sales and Earnings
Oct 12, 2008
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Oct. 10 -- Lear Corporation , a leading global supplier of automotive seating systems, electrical distribution systems and electronics products, today announced that as a result of deteriorating and volatile industry and general economic conditions, it is reducing its full-year 2008 sales outlook fro ... Continue reading
Warren Buffett looks to electric car in BYD stake
Oct 10, 2008
By Chris Oliver, MarketWatch HONG KONG Oct. 10, 2008 - Warren Buffett's recent purchase of a $232 million stake in China's BYD Co. represents an unusual move for the value investor who professes to favor companies with simple business models. Based in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen, BYD Co. has risen from obscur ... Continue reading
AAA Offers Consumer Checklist For Getting Quality Auto Repair
Oct 10, 2008
Checklist helps head off vehicle repair problems before they start ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Auto repair questions create major headaches for consumers, often causing motorists to dread taking their vehicle in for service. Which shop should I go to? Can I trust them? Will the repairs be done rig ... Continue reading
MANHEIM LOCATIONS RECEIVE TOP HONORS FROM CUSTOMERS AT NAAA CONVENTION
Oct 10, 2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lois Rossi October 10, 2008 Manheim (678) 645-2028 MANHEIM LOCATIONS RECEIVE TOP HONORS FROM CUSTOMERS AT NATIONAL AUTO AUCTION ASSOCIATION CONVENTION Manheim Dallas-Fort Worth Named NIADA Auction of the Year ATLANTA - Manheim operating locations from coast to coast received numerous awar ... Continue reading
Audi Selects Alcoa Wheel's Dura-Bright Technology for New A6
Oct 10, 2008
CLEVELAND--Audi AG has selected Alcoa to supply forged aluminum wheels with Dura-Bright® technology surface treatment for the new 2009 Audi A6 recently debuting at the Paris International Motor Show. Dura-Bright® technology enhances the image of the vehicle and the ownership experience by making the wheels easy t ... Continue reading
China sees gasoline prices rise higher than U.S.
Oct 10, 2008
China sees gasoline prices rise higher than U.S. http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1007986/China-sees-gasoline-prices-rise -high er-than-U-S.html Shanghai, October 10 (Gasgoo.com) Following Beijing's recent rise in gasoline prices, China now claims a higher gasoline prices than the U.S., local Chinese media said today. C ... Continue reading
Oct 10, 2008
DETROIT - October 10, 2008: While the U.S. Department of Transportation reports Americans have driven an estimated 62.6 billion miles less since November 2007, car manufacturers say it does not mean maintenance check-ups should also decrease. General Motors reports vehicles driven less still need basic care to maintain ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Dual-Clutch Technology Shifts Into High Gear on BMW M3
Oct 10, 2008
BorgWarner's DualTronic(R) Technology Shifts Quickly and Smoothly, Improves Acceleration and Fuel Economy AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 9 -- BorgWarner will supply its DualTronic(R) clutch module for the 7-speed "M double-clutch transmission (DCT) Drivelogic" in the BMW M3, recently launched in Europe, the United States an ... Continue reading
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