CSK Auto Appoints Lawrence Mondry as President & CEO and Announces Departure of CFO, James Riley
Jun 8, 2007
PHOENIX, Ariz.--CSK Auto Corporation , parent company of CSK Auto, Inc., one of the largest automotive parts and accessories retailers in the United States, announced the selection of Lawrence N. Mondry as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Mondry will succeed Maynard Jenkins, who had previously announc ... Continue reading
Thanks to Honda's Concept of a Third Manifold 50% More Miles Per Gallon Is No Longer Pie in the Sky
Jun 8, 2007
WASHINGTON, June 7 -- In 1975 Honda was granted U.S. Patent 3878826 which explains how to build an engine with a third manifold because the CVCC engine in the first Honda Civic had a second intake manifold. National Fuelsaver Corp. of Boston has now been granted U.S. Patent 6907859 which explains how to use this third ... Continue reading
Jun 7, 2007
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Siemens VDO: How Digital Entertainment is Changing In-Vehicle Technology Trends
Jun 7, 2007
The Need for an Electrical Open Architecture DETROIT, June 7 -- Did you know that you might be riding around with an endangered species in your vehicle? If you look at your dashboard and see a tape deck slot, you may have a dinosaur riding along with you that is about to go extinct. And the compact disc (CD) player is ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Introduces Revolutionary Wagner® EDGE Brake Pad System
Jun 7, 2007
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Federal-Mogul Corporationâs (OTCBB:FDMLQ) Wagner® brake products brand has introduced a revolutionary, complete brake pad system engineered for drivers, their vehicles and the increasingly demanding driving environment. The new Wagner EDGE⢠brake pad system, available immediately through ... Continue reading
Jun 7, 2007
NEW YORK, June 7, 2007; Reuters reported that AutoZone Inc., the largest U.S. auto parts retail chain, said its board has elected William Rhodes as its new chairman and authorized the repurchase of an additional $500 million of the company's shares. Rhodes, who is now chairman, president and chief executive of the comp ... Continue reading
iPod Bluetooth Transmitter for Cars That is Compatible with Nissan's CARWINGS Navigation System
Jun 7, 2007
TOKYO, June 7 -- mobilecast Inc. (Tokyo, Japan) is pleased to announce the joint development with Nissan (Tokyo, Japan) of the new iPod*1 Bluetooth*2 Transmitter for cars, a device compatible with the Nissan's CARWINGS HDD navigation system. This device allows users to listen to music downloaded into their iPods in the ... Continue reading
Cars.com Takes Car Shopping Mobile
Jun 6, 2007
Car Shoppers Have the Power of the Internet in the Palm of Their Hand with Mobile Access to Used-Car Values, New- and Used-Car Inventory, Research Tools and Vehicle Reviews CHICAGO, June 6 -- Cars.com (http://www.cars.com/) has launched a mobile version of its popular automotive website that can be accessed from any we ... Continue reading
Telematics and Advanced Roadside Services Puts GE Motor Club In The Driver's Seat
Jun 6, 2007
SCHAUMBURG, Ill.--The long and winding road no longer means drivers are out of touch when they need help. GE Motor Club, a division of GE Money, has fully integrated telematics into its portfolio of services. GE has redefined advanced roadside assistance by combining location-based services, GPS satellite location trac ... Continue reading
Brian Reese Named Director Of Business Development By COMP Performance GroupT
Jun 6, 2007
Below and attached is the latest information on industry guru, Brian Reese. Brian Reese Named Director Of Business Development By COMP Performance GroupT Reese's unique combination of engineering proficiency, aftermarket sales and marketing experience will aid CPGT product development and market expansion efforts The C ... Continue reading
SiRFDiRect Location Technology Delivers Portable Navigation Breakthrough
Jun 6, 2007
Sophisticated Algorithms Bring In-Dash Vehicle Positioning Quality to Low-Cost Portable Devices SAN JOSE, Calif., June 5 -- SiRF Technology Holdings, Inc. , a leading provider of GPS-enabled silicon and premium software location platforms, today introduced its SiRFDiRect(TM) technology, a portable navigation breakthrou ... Continue reading
TomTom Reveals the New TomTom GO
Jun 6, 2007
~ The New TomTom GO With Unique New Features and Map Share(TM) Technology is the Ultimate Car Navigator ~ - Elegant and slim design with high-quality finish - Latest version of TomTom's award-winning navigation software - Unique new TomTom Map Share(TM) technology allows users to improve maps instantly and to benefit f ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Has the Gifts Dads Want This Father's Day
Jun 6, 2007
PHILADELPHIA, June 5 -- The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, offers some very thoughtful and exciting gift ideas to help dad go "hi-tech" this Father's Day. Make your Father's Day celebration one to remember with these great gift ideas: -- Help dad saf ... Continue reading
Battle High Gas Prices with Fuel Efficiency Tips from NAPA AUTO PARTS
Jun 6, 2007
ATLANTA--With gas prices fast approaching the $4 per gallon range in many parts of the country, now is the time to start taking measures to gain better fuel efficiency. Consumers can take a number of steps to ensure their vehicle runs more effectively; NAPA recommends the following tips from Kit Johnson, 2007 NAPA Tech ... Continue reading
Jun 5, 2007
As Biking Season Kicks-off, Motorcycle Theft Revs Up WESTWOOD, Mass., June 5 -- Memorial Day Weekend not only ushers in the start of bike riding season for many, but also brings with it a rise in motorcycle thefts. This past Memorial Day Weekend, LoJack Corporation's stolen motorcycle recovery system led police to reco ... Continue reading
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