Feb 15, 2001
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today released a list of auto safety recalls announced in November and December 2000 and urged consumers to have the problems fixed promptly Freightliner Corporation Models: Freightliner XC Year: 2000 Freightliner XCS Year: 2000 Freightliner VCL Year: 2000 Numb ... Continue reading
Recalled: 1998-2001 Jayco Eagle and Heritage
Feb 15, 2001
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today released a list of auto safety recalls announced in November and December 2000 and urged consumers to have the problems fixed promptly Jayco, Inc. Models: Jayco Eagle Years: 1998-2001 Jayco Heritage Years: 1998-2001 Number Involved: 10,956 Dates of Manufa ... Continue reading
Cummins Launches 330-HP ISL Engine for Transit Market
Feb 8, 2001
COLUMBUS, Ind.--Feb. 7, 2001--Cummins Inc. today announced the availability of a new engine for the transit market - the 330-horsepower ISL. "The ISL 330, an 8.9-liter engine, offers unequaled performance as well as industry-leading fuel and maintenance costs for outstanding bottom-line results for our customers," said ... Continue reading
Nissan Unveils a Supercharged Xterra and a Longer Frontier Crew Cab At Chicago Auto Show
Feb 7, 2001
CHICAGO, Feb. 7 Nissan today unveiled two rugged and aggressive production vehicles -- the restyled, supercharged 2002 Xterra sport utility vehicle and the 2002 Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed, the first compact crew cab with a full-size bed -- at the 2001 Chicago Auto Show. Both vehicles will go on sale in August 2001. (Ph ... Continue reading
The All-New 2002 Dodge Ram 1500
Feb 7, 2001
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 7 Just like its predecessor, the all-new 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 bursts onto the truck scene with a bold new look and a stunning package of attributes that sets it apart from the rest of the pack. In addition to a design that amplifies the now famous Ram look, the 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 also offers t ... Continue reading
World's First Over-The-Counter Internet GPS Tracking System For Cars...Private Eye In A Chip
Feb 5, 2001
HOUSTON--Feb. 5, 2001-- Houston Drivers First to Try New Wireless Technology to Protect, Monitor Cars Houston-based Immobiliser Inc., is introducing the world's first over-the-counter wireless vehicle tracking and control system using the power of the Internet and Global Positioning System (GPS) technology. Texas vehic ... Continue reading
Cadillac Pick-Up? YUP! Pictorial
Feb 5, 2001
Oshkosh Truck Expands Parts Ordering and Support to the Internet
Feb 2, 2001
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Feb. 1, 2001-- New Web Site Speeds Truck Parts Identification and Buying for Commercial Customers Oshkosh Truck Corporation is expanding availability of truck parts manuals and ordering to the Internet, beginning February 15, 2001. The company has converted the paper parts manuals for most of its commerc ... Continue reading
Axis Group Affiliate to Purchase Brazilian Car Hauling Business
Jan 31, 2001
Axis Group, Inc. (Axis), a wholly owned subsidiary of Allied Holdings, Inc. , announced today that its Brazilian affiliate Axis Sinimbu Logistica Automotiva Ltda. has purchased Translor Veiculos Ltda., the auto carriage portion of Ryder System, Inc.'s Brazilian operations ... Continue reading
Stonecipher Named to PACCAR Board
Jan 30, 2001
BELLEVUE, Wash.--Jan. 30, 2001--Harry C. Stonecipher has been nominated to PACCAR Inc's Board of Directors and will stand for election at the Company's Annual Meeting on April 24, 2001, according to Mark C. Pigott, PACCAR chairman and chief executive officer. Mr. Stonecipher will fill a vacancy created by the retiremen ... Continue reading
Jan 28, 2001
A story in Federal Computer magazine has reported that The Army is preparing to unveil a new concept truck — smarTruck — that is touted as having "James Bond-like" capabilities. The light tactical vehicle, a production model Ford F-350, is designed to provide the Army with an electronic platform to test, in ... Continue reading
Jan 26, 2001
Two-Year-Old Joint Venture Has Proven to Be an Operational and Financial Success; Funding to Be Financed by Maxion Cash Flows CANOAS, Brazil, Jan. 26 Navistar International Corporation , parent company of the producer of International(R) brand engines, trucks, and buses, announced today that it has finalized arrangemen ... Continue reading
Ward's Reports Estimated Production
Jan 26, 2001
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Jan. 26 Vehicle production this week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 280,037 units, down from the 291,144 cars and trucks built last week, according to Ward's Automotive Reports. Including this week's estimates, calendar year North American output now totals 1,076,363 v ... Continue reading
Industry Consortium Established For Onboard Powernet Standards
Jan 26, 2001
MUNICH, Germany & VANCOUVER, B.C.--Jan. 26, 2001-- Audi, BMW, Infineon, Yamar Electronics, and iQ POWER Initiate Powerline Communications Consortium to Simplify Cable Networks Within Motor Vehicles iQ POWER Technology Inc. (OTCBB:IQPR) announced today that the Company has been appointed manager of the new DC-BUS Consor ... Continue reading
Thank You, Thank You, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Jan 24, 2001
Thank You, Thank You, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) With all the talk about bloated government and fat cats feeding at the public trough, it’s a pleasure for me to spotlight a group of public servants who play a life saving role here in the U.S.<P><BR> The more than 3 million vehicles wit ... Continue reading
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