Valeo Raytheon Blind Spot Detection System Receives 2007 PACE Award
Apr 17, 2007
PARIS, France, April 17 -- Valeo Raytheon Systems, a joint venture between Valeo and Raytheon Company, has received the prestigious automotive industry 2007 PACE Award in the product innovation category for its Blind Spot Detection System. The award, co-sponsored by Automotive News, Microsoft, SAP and the Transportatio ... Continue reading
Mobil 1 Paves the Way for Million-Mile Saab Achievement
Apr 17, 2007
FAIRFAX, Va.--Further exemplifying the exceptional performance of its flagship Mobil 1 synthetic motor oil, ExxonMobil is proud to announce that Peter Gilbert of Glendale, Wisconsin, completed an ambitious goal of driving one million miles in his 1989 Saab SPG, with the help of Mobil 1 motor oil. Gilbert, an insurance ... Continue reading
Pioneer SPL Amplifiers Generate Extreme Power
Apr 17, 2007
LONG BEACH, Calif.--Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. is rolling out its new line of competition grade SPL amplifiers, designed and engineered to generate massive power necessary for extreme sound pressure levels. Much like a V-8 engine, the new Premier PRS-D2000SPL and PRS-D1200SPL digital mono amplifiers have the muscle ... Continue reading
Bosch Participates, Supports 2007 SAE World Congress
Apr 17, 2007
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., April 16 -- Bosch continues its commitment to automotive innovation through panel participation, technical papers and a sponsorship at the 2007 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress, April 16-19, 2007, in Detroit. Bosch associates will present 10 technical papers throughout the w ... Continue reading
Garmin's Digital Cyclone Brings Flight Filing Feature to Pilot My-Cast(TM)
Apr 17, 2007
LAKELAND, Fla., April 16 -- Digital Cyclone, Inc., a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd., today unveiled a new version of its Pilot My-Cast cell phone application that gives pilots a fast and easy way to file a flight plan while on the go using a mobile phone. Pilot My-Cast is an industry recognized subscription-based cell phone ... Continue reading
Marathon Asset Management and the Marathon Automotive Group Close Acquisition of CONTECH
Apr 17, 2007
NEW YORK, April 16 -- Marathon Asset Management, LLC ("Marathon") announced today that the Marathon Automotive Group has completed its previously announced acquisition of CONTECH from SPX Corporation. Marathon provided the financing for the deal, the most meaningful acquisition to date for the Marathon Automotive Group ... Continue reading
Wal-Mart to Sponsor Tire Pressure Clinics to Promote Vehicle Safety
Apr 16, 2007
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- A recent nationwide survey shows that U.S. drivers are less attentive to their tires than they were a year ago. Just over 50 percent of drivers say they have checked their tire pressure within the past month compared to 70 percent last year at a time when fuel prices peaked. Working with the Rub ... Continue reading
Exide Technologies to Supply Batteries to Murray's Discount Auto Parts Stores
Apr 16, 2007
ALPHARETTA, Ga.--Exide Technologies (www.exide.com), a global leader in stored electrical-energy solutions, announces the expansion of its supply agreement with CSK Auto, Inc., one of the largest specialty retailers of automotive parts and accessories in the Western United States. According to the terms of the agreemen ... Continue reading
Henkel Introduces North American Acoustic Center
Apr 16, 2007
State-of-the-art research facility provides acoustic testing solutions and analysis MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., April 16 -- Henkel recently opened its new North American Acoustic Center, which analyzes acoustic material properties of automotive body structure panels to determine their effectiveness in vehicle applications. ... Continue reading
Yazaki Displays Latest Technology at SAE 2007 World Congress
Apr 16, 2007
Yazaki team members take part in panel discussions and technical presentations CANTON, Mich., April 16 -- Yazaki Corporation (Yazaki), a leading supplier of vehicle power and data solutions to the automotive industry, will display their latest technology at SAE 2007 World Congress this week at Cobo Conference and Exhib ... Continue reading
Apr 13, 2007
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c53797) has announced the addition of Opportunities In Global Automotive Licensing to their offering. The worldwide market for sales of licensed merchandise based on car brands reached $5.1 billion in 2005, with the brands of General Motor ... Continue reading
SAE International, Timken to Announce New Award at SAE World Congress
Apr 13, 2007
WARRENDALE, Pa., April 13 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Timken Company, in conjunction with SAE International, will announce a new award at the SAE Awards Ceremony, April 17, 5:30-8 p.m., during the SAE 2007 World Congress in Detroit. The SAE/Timken Howard Simpson Automotive Transmission and Driveline Innovation Award ... Continue reading
Microheat's HotShot(R) Wins 2007 World Traffic Safety Achievement Award
Apr 13, 2007
NEW YORK, April 13 -- Microheat, Inc., a Tier One supplier to the automotive industry, has won the 2007 World Traffic Safety Achievement Award for the Supplier category. Microheat manufactures HotShot(R), the patented hot fluid windshield de-icing system. The award was presented today at the New York International Auto ... Continue reading
Magna Confirms Involvement in Potential Sale of Chrysler Group
Apr 13, 2007
AURORA, Canada, April 13 -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.A, MG.B; NYSE: MGA) today confirmed that it continues to review potential alternatives regarding the future of the Chrysler Group. Magna has previously commented that, as DaimlerChrysler is one of its largest customers, Magna is seeking a full understanding ... Continue reading
Apr 13, 2007
New look, new products for entire car, and racing sponsorship help keep car care pioneer ahead of the competition at 35th anniversary OAKLAND, Calif., April 13 -- To commemorate the 35th anniversary of Armor All(R) products, The Armor All/STP Products Company continues to reinvent itself, launching three new products, ... Continue reading
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