Low Cost Electric Supercharger Eliminates Smoke from Diesel Engines
Apr 27, 2009
Smoke emissions produced by turbocharged diesel engines under heavy load conditions - such as when accelerating from low engine speeds and other similar transient manoeuvres - can be all but eliminated by a relatively simple and low cost electric supercharger says automotive CO2 reduction specialist Controlled Power Te ... Continue reading
Useful Technology on Show at L'Atelier Renault
Apr 27, 2009
From remote-controlled central locking developed in the 1980s through to keyless entry, Renault has always been at the leading edge of useful technology available to the greatest number. With the launch of New Renault Clio, Renault Grand Scénic and Laguna Coupé, Renault is continuing to deliver "useful" innovation wi ... Continue reading
Apr 22, 2009
The class-leading and award-winning Mercedes-Benz C-Class has been enhanced with the addition of a limited edition model to its popular ranks. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sports Package is now on sale and offers customers even greater value, and is available in both four-cylinder C-Class models: the supercharged 135kW C ... Continue reading
O'Reilly Auto Parts Introduces "Buy Online, Pick Up In Store"
Apr 22, 2009
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.--OâReilly Auto Parts is proud to be the only national auto parts retailer to offer our customers the convenient option of âBuy Online, Pick Up In Storeâ at OReillyAuto.com. This new feature pairs the convenience of browsing and shopping online with the benefit of quick, efficient access ... Continue reading
Narva's New Ignition Switch Range Covers All
Apr 15, 2009
Building steadily on its ever increasing switch range, Narva has released an all new series of ignition switches covering petrol, diesel and marine applications. ... Continue reading
BMW North America Announces Management Changes
Apr 10, 2009
04/09/2009 Gene Donnelly appointed Vice President Southern Region. Wayne E. Orchowski named Vice President Eastern Region. Rich Brekus appointed General Manager New Car Sales. Woodcliff Lake, NJ - April 9, 2009... BMW of North America, LLC, the U.S. division of the German manufacturer of premium vehicles and motorcycle ... Continue reading
New Swedish Warning System Can Save Schoolchildrens' Lives
Apr 10, 2009
A new warning system developed in Sweden has the potential to save lives of British schoolchildren, say its makers. The system links an automatic radio ‘tag’, attached to a child’s school bag to trigger solar-powered warning lights on bus stops or at crossings, to warn drivers that schoolchildren are ... Continue reading
Apr 10, 2009
Effective April 1, 2009, and following approval by the German federal antitrust authorities, Bosch has acquired AutoCrew GmbH and its "AutoCrew" and "AutoCrew Truck+Trailer" brands from ZF Trading GmbH. ... Continue reading
Summer Passenger Car Tires from Continental Win High Ratings
Apr 10, 2009
Farewell to winter tires, they have done their job on the car. Temperatures are going up, so now it is time for the summer tires to take over. But be careful! Not every summer tire is a safe tire. A test conducted by Britain's Autocar weekly magazine highlights the 'staggering' difference in quality between a quality t ... Continue reading
Pedata RV Center Publishes DIY RV Tire Care Tips
Apr 6, 2009
Summary: Pedata RV Center publishes do-it-yourself tire maintenance tips in the form of a 4 minute online video. The video shows how easy it is to take just a few minutes and check tires for pressure, damage and wear which could help an RV stay on the road and out of the service department. Phoenix, AZ (PRWeb) Pedata R ... Continue reading
Gentex Corporation Receives Supplier Award From Toyota
Apr 3, 2009
Gentex Corporation, the leading supplier of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors to the worldwide automotive industry, was recently recognised by Toyota as one of only five companies to win an "Excellent Award" in the "Technology" category for its SmartBeam product that launched on the Toyota Venza. Gentex received the a ... Continue reading
Ricardo Technical Director to Chair Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership
Apr 1, 2009
The Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership was established in January 2003 with funding from the UK Government's Department for Transport and Department of Trade and Industry, with a brief to accelerate the industry shift to low carbon vehicles and fuels. The Partnership's membership comprises representatives of government, th ... Continue reading
Contipremiumcontact 2 Receives Recommendation
Apr 1, 2009
Continental's ContiPremiumContact 2 tyre has been named a Which? Best Buys in two sizes in the consumer group's April 2009 report. This takes Continental's Which? Best Buy recommendations up to eight in tyre tests featured on the Which? website. ... Continue reading
Apr 1, 2009
In 2009, Hella is launching the RTK7 special signalling system for police, fire-service and rescue vehicles as a completely newly developed product. It sets new standards in design, flexibility and efficiency, and offers perfect solutions for all requirements of the different users. ... Continue reading
SEMA Press Statement Re: Cash for Clunkers
Mar 31, 2009
WASHINGTON--SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), applauds efforts to help consumers, automakers and dealerships with a program to stimulate new car sales. We support the concept of governmentâissued vouchers toward the purchase of fuel-efficient new vehicles and allowing consumers to deduct the ... Continue reading
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