Bosch Extends Its Esperience Online Website
Jul 15, 2009
Bosch has enhanced and extended its popular consumer website devoted to Electronic Stability Program (ESP). Introduced by Bosch in 1995 ESP is a vehicle active chassis braking safety system which can prevent a vehicle going into a potential skidding situation. ESP is three chassis system technologies in one - Antilock ... Continue reading
Easy Do-It-Yourself Auto Maintenance Saves Drivers Money
Jul 15, 2009
CHICAGO, July 15 -- Car owners can save money and keep their vehicles running safely with a few essential maintenance projects they can do themselves, regardless of their automotive or mechanical expertise. JC Whitney, the most trusted name in auto parts and accessories, recommends some basic and easy-to-do car care th ... Continue reading
Congress Set to Allow Public to Acquire Cash For Clunker Turned-in Vehicles - Huh?
Jul 15, 2009
Open Public Bidding on Clunker Vehicles Unlocks Flood Gates to Potential Vehicle Fraud FAIRFAX, Va., May 14 -- With environmentalists recently expressing their strong disappointment regarding the "Cash for Clunkers" compromise legislation, it is not good news to learn that Congress is set to establish a loophole that a ... Continue reading
Are You a U.S. Taxpayer? If So, You Own GM. What do you think of Your Company?
Jul 12, 2009
AUTO CENTRAL - July 10, 2009: 60% of the new General Motors is owned by the American people. Therefore, if you're a U.S. taxpayer then you are a part owner of the company. Well this is your big chance Mr. or Ms. GM Owner to sound off on the company. You're an owner, so anything goes (keep the four-letter words to a min ... Continue reading
Continental Receives the Innovation Prize For Series Production Of The Lithium-Ion Battery
Jul 10, 2009
Continental, the international automotive supplier was yesterday awarded the "Intelligence for Traffic and Logistics" innovation prize for developing and starting the world's first series production of a lithium-ion battery for use in hybrid vehicles. This innovation prize is awarded by the Nuremberg-based Center for T ... Continue reading
Jul 9, 2009
A ground-breaking new powertrain mount has been developed by Delphi Corporation (PINKSHEETS: DPHIQ). Using magneto rheological (MR) fluid that can change its dynamic rate in real time, the new MR Mount prevents the build-up of resonance in a system by maintaining control of the mounted mass across all appropriate frequ ... Continue reading
Don't Be Afraid to Upgrade - In-Car Audio Enjoyment is Easier Than Ever Thanks to Clarion
Jul 9, 2009
Previously something to be tackled by the serious sound buff, an In-Car Entertainment (ICE) "install" is no longer reserved for the audio expert, thanks to Clarion - the world's largest manufacturer of in-car audio, multimedia and satellite navigation solutions - who's launch of the CZ509E head unit makes greater audio ... Continue reading
Caparo T1 Cars Announces Global Concessionaire
Jul 9, 2009
Caparo T1 Cars are delighted to announce the appointment of Bennington's (Norfolk) Ltd as the global concessionaire for the world beating Caparo T1. ... Continue reading
National Independent Automobile Dealers Association Declares its Support of 'Right to Repair'
Jul 9, 2009
BETHESDA, Md., July 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA), a national trade association representing independent automobile dealers, has declared its support of the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (HR 2057) and strongly urges Congress to pass the legislat ... Continue reading
BFGoodrich Mud Terrain T/AKM2 - The Second Generation of the Legendary Off-Road Tyre
Jul 7, 2009
BFGoodrich has launched the second generation of its celebrated 4x4 off-road tyre, the Mud Terrain T/AKM2, in Europe. ... Continue reading
Genuine Parts Company Announces New President U.S. Automotive Parts Group
Jul 6, 2009
ATLANTA, July 6 -- Tom Gallagher, Chairman, President and CEO of Genuine Parts Company , announced today that Paul D. Donahue has been named President of the U.S. Automotive Parts Group effective immediately. Mr. Donahue was previously responsible for several of the Company's automotive business units, a role he assume ... Continue reading
Women Show More Interest in Hybrid Technology
Jul 6, 2009
While German motorists still nourish a favorable view of eco-friendly hybrid drives, their thinking is influenced by the current economic situation. 28.4% can, in principle, see themselves opting for a vehicle with hybrid drive. Car buyers expect more in the way of a low purchase price and a higher savings potential, t ... Continue reading
Jl Audio introduces Stealthbox Subwoofer for the Honda Pilot
Jul 3, 2009
Hello All - JL Audio has introduced a Stealthbox subwoofer system for the Honda Pilot. Press release attached as a word doc along with a digital image. copy of release is below. JL Audio Debuts Honda Pilot Stealthbox® Subwoofer Miramar, FLâJune 2009âCombining off-road capability with a reputation for relia ... Continue reading
Continental Develops AutoLinQ - Infotainment and Internet Services
Jul 2, 2009
You have flown off on vacation, are sitting in the sun and suddenly something pops into your head: "Did I shut my car window?" If you didn't, all you can do is hope that a burglar or vandal doesn't notice the open window and that your car is safe and sound where you left it when your return home. ... Continue reading
Factory & Dealership Closures Concern Car Owners About Auto Parts Availability
Jul 1, 2009
Largest Marketer of Automotive Parts Addresses Facts & Fears CHICAGO, July 1 -- With thousands of auto dealerships closing across the nation and announcements of major car brands phasing out production, many car owners are alarmed about the availability of parts they'll need to maintain their vehicles. The nation's old ... Continue reading
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