A More Perfect Honda Fit: Toward a More Perfect MPG, Part 3
Jan 15, 2009
by Michael Jackman Louisville Bureau The Auto Channel Welcome back to A More Perfect Fit, my Auto Channel column covering how to make a nearly perfect car, The Honda Fit, even more perfect. This is the final column in my series on maxing the Fitâs mpg. Check the Honda Fit forums such as Fitfreaks.net and youâ ... Continue reading
Valeo's Park4U Automatic Parking System Makes Its Debut On The Us Market
Jan 12, 2009
After a successful launch in Europe, Valeo's Park4U system will equip the Ford Lincoln MKS and MKT models presented at the Detroit Auto Show. These are the first American vehicles to feature this technology. ... Continue reading
Unipart Automotive Launches Type Approval Awareness Campaign
Jan 7, 2009
Unipart Automotive, the UK's largest independent supplier of car parts, is launching a campaign to help the trade understand and promote the benefits of Type Approved exhaust systems to the consumer. What's more, the trade can gain more profit margin from higher value sales by selling a premium system. ... Continue reading
Alpine Develops Software Toolkit For Validating MOST Architecture Components
Jan 7, 2009
A software toolkit that allows in car infotainment suppliers to validate their hardware independently of the other system components, has been developed by Alpine Electronics. The kit solves a long standing issue of validating parts when other components on the fibre optic ring are not available or to the correct softw ... Continue reading
SEMA Opposes U.S. Gov't "CASH FOR CLUNKER" Program
Jan 4, 2009
Efforts to Scrap Older Cars Targeted for Inclusion in Economic Stimulus Package WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 2, 2009) âSEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, is actively opposing an effort by some Congressional lawmakers to include a nationwide âCash for Clunkersâ program in the economic stimulus ... Continue reading
First Continental Service Center Opened By National Distributor Nasco Automotive In Amman, Jordan
Dec 18, 2008
Today the opening of the first Continental tire shop at Amman, Jordan was celebrated. It is located in Al Madina Munawra street in the western part of Amman. The shop design was developed by considering Continental`s highest shop quality standards and advanced equipment operating with highly skilled personnel. ... Continue reading
Nov 26, 2008
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys â Manny, Moe & Jack , the nationâs leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, offers drivers simple tips to get their vehicles ready for holiday road trips and travel. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), with todayâs national average price of g ... Continue reading
Council Declares War On Car Parts Exporter
Nov 24, 2008
Owners of a UK Car Parts Mail order business are threatened with court action, fines and imprisonment unless they follow a local council order. If they do comply they stand to lose an export business they've built up over the past 20 years. ... Continue reading
Nov 6, 2008
New study shows glaring unpreparedness for power outages BETHEL, Conn., Nov. 6, 2008 -- When an emergency strikes, nothing is more welcoming than a calm voice and a reliable power supply. Duracell(R) is providing a bit of both with the introduction of Duracell(R) Powerpack 450 with Voice. It's a solution that consumers ... Continue reading
Zep Inc. Launches Line of Zep Commercial Products for Auto Aftermarket
Nov 6, 2008
Professional-Strength Products To Be Available at Convenient Retail Locations ATLANTA, Nov. 6 -- Zep Inc. , one of the nation's leading providers of professional automotive maintenance products, is making a new line of Zep Commercial products available to independent mechanics, small auto repair shops, and do-it-yourse ... Continue reading
2008 SEMA Show - Vehicles of the Show
Nov 4, 2008
By Steve Campbell The cars and trucks that appear at the SEMA Show serve as an indicator of where the various markets may be goingâbut theyâre also just plain fun to look at. From off-road buggies to luxury sedans, the vehicles that appear on the Show floor offer insights into coming trends and also spark ide ... Continue reading
Networkcar Becomes Networkfleet; Moves to Expanded Headquarters
Oct 28, 2008
SAN DIEGO--Networkcar®, a leader in wireless fleet management and a wholly owned subsidiary of Hughes Telematics, today announced that the company is changing its name to Networkfleet. The name change and corresponding new brand image reflects the companyâs sole focus on helping commercial and government fleets ... Continue reading
Auto Dealership Closings Make Right to Repair Act More Critical to Vehicle Owners
Oct 20, 2008
Legislation Ensures Convenient, Affordable Auto Repair BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Nearly twenty percent of the car dealerships in America could close next year, according to a new study. This trend makes the need for the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (HR 2694) even more critical to ca ... Continue reading
As Digital Content Moves into Cars, CD Players Begin to Move Out
Oct 20, 2008
-- Continental reduces the radio to the size of a large Postcard -- Automotive Industry Gains More Interior Design Freedom -- Digital Media Connectivity achieved via SD, USB, iPod(R) and Bluetooth(R) AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 20 -- As a partner to the automotive industry, Continental continues to answer consumers' call ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Names Michael R. Odell Permanent Chief Executive Officer
Sep 22, 2008
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys â Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, today appointed Michael R. Odell Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Odell had been serving as the Companyâs Interim Chief Executive Officer since April 23, 2008. Mr. Odell also serves on the Board ... Continue reading
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