Growth in Demand for Replacement Brake System Parts
Oct 11, 2005
PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 11, 2005; Growth in the United States and Canadian vehicle populations are sustaining the demand for replacement brake system parts. Demand for brake pads, rotors, and calipers are particularly strong since all new vehicles are equipped with at least two, and possibly four, wheel disc brakes. In ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Firestone Teams Up With Toys For Tots
Oct 10, 2005
Bridgestone Firestone dealers and Firestone Complete Auto Care stores to serve as drop points for 2005 Toys for Tots program NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Oct. 10, 2005) – The mission is to put smiles on the faces of as many children as possible. To accomplish the task, Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC (BFNT) w ... Continue reading
CARFIX Commitment to Independent Service Technicians
Oct 6, 2005
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- For the past two months, members of the Coalition for Automotive Repair and Fair Information Xchange (CARFIX) have worked to develop a non-legislative alternative to H.R. 2048, the Motor Vehicle Owner's Right to Repair Act. Regrettably, negotiations with the Coalition for Auto Repair Equity (CARE) ... Continue reading
CROSS-OVER BUSINESS FLOURISHES AT 2005 SEMA SHOW
Oct 6, 2005
SEMA members find new business opportunities in related products and services DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Sept. 27, 2005) - Attendees will have the opportunity to discover and develop new products and services for their businesses at the 2005 SEMA Show. "Cross-over" business is flourishing for the specialty equipment industry ... Continue reading
National Automotive Repair Franchise Moves Forward with Five-Year Growth Plan
Oct 3, 2005
HOUSTON--Oct. 3, 2005--Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation (CBAC), one of the nation's leading full-service automotive repair franchise organizations, announced recently two store openings and further plans for expansion in new and existing markets with 21 new stores in the US. The Houston-based corporation is im ... Continue reading
New Hampshire Autocare Specialist Named 2006 NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year
Sep 29, 2005
ATLANTA--Sept. 29, 2005--NAPA AUTO PARTS and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) have named Michael Lavoie, of Haverhill, New Hampshire, the 2006 NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year. Presented annually by NAPA AUTO PARTS and ASE, the award is given to a technician that exemplifies excellence and ... Continue reading
Vehicle Maintenance Are Keys to Reducing Gas Bills
Sep 29, 2005
ROANOKE, Va.--Sept. 29, 2005--With the high cost of gas, drivers can use planning and common sense to squeeze a few more miles out of a gallon of gas, and reduce the flow of money going from their wallet to the gas pump. It begins with taking care of your vehicle. A simple tune up can increase fuel mileage significantl ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Expands AutoWeb Implementation
Sep 27, 2005
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Sept. 27 -- AutoWeb Communications, Inc. announced the expansion of their Intellectual Property Exchange services at Mitsubishi Motor Manufacturing North America. "Mitsubishi Motor Manufacturing North America is working to streamline communications with our supply base in order to accelerate our ... Continue reading
'Right to Repair Act' Gains Nine More Congressional Supporters
Sep 23, 2005
BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 22 -- Congressional support for the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act continues to grow as nine new co- sponsors signed on to H.R. 2048, it was announced today by Kathleen Schmatz, President and CEO of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA). The proposed legislation currentl ... Continue reading
Clean Diesel Technologies Announces New European Licensing Opportunities
Sep 21, 2005
STAMFORD, Conn.--Sept. 21, 2005--Clean Diesel Technologies Inc. (OTCBB:CDTI) (AIM:CDT) (AIM:CDTS), a developer of chemical and technological solutions to reduce harmful engine emissions, today announced new European licensing opportunities for combination EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) and SCR (Selective Catalytic Red ... Continue reading
GearHead News From Holley Performance Products
Sep 20, 2005
Issue 1 Welcome to the first edition of Holley GearHeadT News! Holley GearHead news is exclusively for enthusiasts like you who want to know what's news at Holley. Each edition will give you the latest on new products, specials, and tech as well as ask for your input on new product ideas. We hope you enjoy! Current Spe ... Continue reading
UTEK Europe, Ltd. and Fuel FX International, Inc. Announce Strategic Alliance Agreement
Sep 15, 2005
PLANT CITY, Fla. & SAN DIEGO--Sept. 15, 2005--UTEK Europe Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of UTEK Corporation (AMEX:UTK) (LSE-AIM:UTKA), and an innovative technology transfer company, and Fuel FX International, Inc., a developer of proprietary products for improving fuel economy and reducing emissions in vehicle engine ... Continue reading
Water Fight: Cool, Soggy Conditions Rule Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships Day Three
Sep 15, 2005
For Immediate Release Water Fight: Cool, Soggy Conditions Rule Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships Day Three TOPEKA, Kan. (Sept. 15, 2005) - As the chilly rain fell, a few choice names were given to Mother Nature Wednesday morning as the second half of the 2005 Tire Rack SCCA Solo National Championships got unde ... Continue reading
Giant Motorsports Adds 40,000 Square Feet to Salem, Ohio Store
Sep 15, 2005
SALEM, Ohio, Sept. 15 -- Giant Motorsports, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: GMOS) , implementing a national roll up strategy with a "big box" destination business model in the motorcycle and powersports industry, announced today the completion of a 40,000 square foot addition to its Salem Ohio powersports store. "With the additi ... Continue reading
Sep 15, 2005
ROANOKE, Va.--Sept. 15, 2005--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, accessories, batteries, and maintenance items, announced that it has acquired all the stock of Sharon, Mass.-based Autopart International, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as AI) in an all-cash transaction that clo ... Continue reading
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