Microheat Produces One Millionth HotShot(R) Unit
Oct 25, 2007
Popular heated washer fluid windshield de-icer manufactured at Farmington Hills headquarters FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Microheat, Inc., a Tier-1 supplier to the automotive industry, produced its one-millionth HotShot(R) unit, the company's revolutionary hot washer fluid windshield cleaning and de- icing syste ... Continue reading
Oct 25, 2007
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c72589) has announced the addition of China Auto Parts Market Report, 2007 to their offering. This report is comprised of four parts -- Status quo of China auto parts industry, Development forecast in 2007, Competition strategies of enterp ... Continue reading
Advanced Copper-and-Brass Heat Exchangers Well Suited for Clean Diesel Passenger Vehicles
Oct 25, 2007
NEW YORK--The availability of new fuels and new exhaust treatment systems has ignited interest in diesel engines for passenger vehicles, SUV and light trucks. According to the International Copper Association, superior durability and high cooling efficiency make CuproBraze® heat exchangers especially well suited to ... Continue reading
Nuance Communications Challenges Distracted Drivers
Oct 25, 2007
BURLINGTON, Mass.--What: Contestants equipped with a traditional cell phone will compete against a driver using Nuance speech solutions to conduct a number of mobile device-related tasks in a simulated driving environment. Speed is not the critical measurement in this race, but rather minimizing distraction and ensurin ... Continue reading
NAPA AutoCare Centers and AAA Caution Motorists
Oct 24, 2007
ATLANTA--When preparing for winter driving, a vehicleâs lighting system is typically one of the last things on the preventive maintenance checklist, if it even makes the list at all. However, with more than 200 million registered motorists navigating the roadways in less-than-ideal weather conditions, ensuring the ... Continue reading
TACH Car Enthusiasts Invited to Tune In for Chance to Win Tuned Out Dodge Caliber SRT4
Oct 24, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 24 -- -- Dodge survey shows women are more likely to give up a date night for their cars than men -- Tuners, their significant others, friends and family can register online at www.DodgeRUTunedOut.com for a chance to win all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 Is your relationship in need of a tune up ... Continue reading
O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2007 Earnings
Oct 24, 2007
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.--OâReilly Automotive, Inc. (âOâReillyâ or âthe Companyâ) today announced revenues and earnings for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007, representing 56 quarters of record revenues and earnings for OâReilly since becoming a public company in April 1993. Net inco ... Continue reading
Green Power at SEMA Show - Yokohama Tire Corporation Highlights
Oct 23, 2007
LAS VEGAS, NEV.; From zero-emissions manufacturing facilities to tire-making technologies that increase tread life, to the ecology-based social Web site ecotreadsetters.com , Yokohama Tire Corporation has been at the forefront of the environmental movement for years. Taking its âGreen Initiativeâ even further ... Continue reading
Navigation Device Shipments to Show 22.5% Compound Annual Growth to 2012, says ABI Research
Oct 23, 2007
SINGAPORE--Shipments of navigation devices worldwide will continue to increase from 2007 to 2012, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.5%, according to a new forecast from ABI Research. Europe will command a 53% share of the global market in 2007, and will remain the primary navigation devices market through ... Continue reading
Bosch Showcases Chassis Capabilities at North America's First Vehicle Dynamics Expo
Oct 23, 2007
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 23 -- Through an array of activities and products, Bosch will showcase its ability to network diverse Chassis technologies and continue to improve driving safety and comfort at the first North American version of Europe's popular Vehicle Dynamics Expo. The event takes place, Oct. 24-26, 20 ... Continue reading
First Personal Navigation Devices With Immersion's Tactile Feedback to Launch
Oct 23, 2007
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Immersion Corporation , a leading developer and licensor of touch feedback technology (http://www.immersion.com/corporate/), announces that a new licensee, CTT-Net of Korea, is launching the worldâs first personal navigation devices (PNDs) that use Immersionâs TouchSense® technology to pr ... Continue reading
Alcantara Now Available in Select 2008 Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep Models
Oct 22, 2007
Luxurious Interior Material Combines Function and Style NEW YORK, Oct. 22 -- Alcantara(R), the luxury car interior material, will now be available in a number of new 2008 automobiles from Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep. Since its introduction to the U.S. market nearly two years ago, Alcantara(R) has quickly become the interi ... Continue reading
Britax Announces Safety Recall
Oct 19, 2007
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 19 -- Britax Child Safety, Inc. announced today that it is conducting a safety recall on the Marathon child restraint, model numbers E9L06, E9W06, and E906. The recall includes production of the Marathon child restraints from May 23, 2006 through July 28, 2006 and with a top tether lot number of K ... Continue reading
'Right to Repair Act' Picks Up More Support in Congress
Oct 19, 2007
Reps. Cohen, DeFazio and Price Co-Sponsor H.R. 2694 BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 18 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Congressional support for the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (H.R. 2694) has grown to 33 sponsors with the addition of Reps. Steve Cohen (D-TN), Peter DeFazio (D-OR) and David Price (D-NC), it was announced ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Supplies Latest HY-VO(R) Chain Technology for Toyota Tundra and New Luxury SUV
Oct 19, 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 18 -- BorgWarner Morse TEC's latest HY-VO(R) four-wheel drive chain technology debuts on the 2007 Toyota Tundra and a new luxury SUV scheduled for release in early 2008. Developed to provide best-in-class sound quality and strength, the technology allows car makers to quietly transfer more pow ... Continue reading
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