GlobalAutoSourcing.com - The World's Leading Automotive Sourcing Portal
Jan 19, 2007
TROY, Mich.--GlobalAutoIndustry.com, the leading worldwide portal and intelligence source for the automotive industry, today launched the fully-functional automotive sourcing portal, GlobalAutoSourcing.com, created with partner Shanghai KOWIN Automotive Components Co., Ltd, the global sourcing division of Chery Automot ... Continue reading
OOPS!!!!! - Consumer Reports Withdraws Infant Car Seat Report
Jan 18, 2007
Move is Made Pending Additional Testing Now Underway NEW YORK, Jan. 18-- The following statement was released today by Consumer Reports: Consumer Reports is withdrawing its recent report on infant car seats pending further tests of the performance of those seats in side-impact collisions. A new report will be published ... Continue reading
Parents Call Upon Automotive Industry to Install Rear Video Cameras and Sensors to Improve Safety
Jan 18, 2007
ENGLEWOOD, Colo.--Paul and D.J. Zweigle, who lost their beloved two-year-old daughter Lynnea when a Ford F-250 truck backed over and killed her, today called upon the automotive industry to install rear camera systems and sensors in commercial trucks and large vans, pickup trucks and SUVs to reduce the number of fatali ... Continue reading
Jan 18, 2007
TOLEDO, Ohio, Jan. 18 -- Dana Corporation announced today that its core technologies - drivetrain, structural, sealing, and thermal products - can be found among half of the new vehicles being launched at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), currently underway in Detroit. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cg ... Continue reading
Dassault Systemes to Fund New Car Giveaway at SAE International 2007 World Congress
Jan 18, 2007
WARRENDALE, Pa., Jan. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A brand new Toyota Camry Hybrid awaits one lucky attendee of the 2007 SAE World Congress, automobile funding provided by Dassault Systemes. The SAE World Congress will be held April 16-19 at Cobo Center in Detroit. Toyota will be host of the event. The Camry Hybrid wi ... Continue reading
Potholes Pack a Powerful Punch
Jan 17, 2007
BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 16 -- It's the time of year for potholes and chances are there's one out there with your name on it. When you hit a pothole, it's important to check the vehicle's tires, wheels, steering and suspension, and alignment. Drivers can visually inspect tires and wheels for damage, but the Car Care Council ... Continue reading
Jan 16, 2007
LONDON â January 16, 2006 â The introduction of portable navigation devices (PNDs) has breathed new life into the European aftermarket for telematics and infotainment systems and given a strong boost to its sales and revenues. Currently, PNDs constitute one of the fastest-growing product segments in the after ... Continue reading
Keystone Automotive Names Grimes New CFO
Jan 16, 2007
EXETER, Pa., Jan. 15 -- Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc., the largest distributor and marketer of specialty automotive accessories in North America, today announced the appointment of Don Grimes as Chief Financial Officer of Keystone effective January 22, 2007. Grimes joins Keystone after a successful 15-year caree ... Continue reading
Kenwood, Blaupunkt to Partner in Portable Navigation Devices
Jan 13, 2007
Tokyo, Jan 12, 2007; By Chris Lui, JCN Staff Writer reported that Kenwood and Bosch group company Blaupunkt announced plans to form a partnership in the field of Portable Navigation Devices (PNDs). Blaupunkt and Kenwood are leading suppliers in the field of car audio and car multimedia systems. By bundling these key co ... Continue reading
Laminated Glass Gaining Ground at 2007 North American International Auto Show
Jan 13, 2007
More than 40 vehicles on display with laminated glass DETROIT, Jan. 12 -- More than 40 production vehicles on display at the 2007 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) tout laminated glass in side and rear windows, as well as roof applications, as reported by the Enhanced Protective Glass Automotive Associatio ... Continue reading
Valvoline Becomes Official Oil of SCCA
Jan 12, 2007
For Immediate Release Valvoline Named Official Oil of SCCA TOPEKA, Kan. (Jan. 12, 2007) - Sports Car Club of America, Inc. and Valvoline announced today a partnership that names Valvoline the Official Oil of SCCA through 2008. "One of our strategic goals at SCCA is to partner with absolute industry leaders, and renewin ... Continue reading
Car Care Aware Fairs Vehicles Checked Show Consumer Neglect
Jan 12, 2007
BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 11 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Results of vehicle check-up events during Car Care Aware Fairs across the country in April and October 2006 revealed that nearly nine out of 10 vehicles need service or parts, underscoring the huge untapped DIY and DIFM sales opportunities for the automotive aftermarket ... Continue reading
Jan 12, 2007
TOKYO--Blaupunkt, Hildesheim, a company belonging to the Bosch group, and the Japanese electronics corporation, Kenwood Corporation, Tokyo, are currently planning to form a partnership in the field of Portable Navigation Devices (PNDs). After signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the two companies are now launch ... Continue reading
EnTire Solutions, LLC Supplies Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems on Additional Hyundai and Kia Models
Jan 12, 2007
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Jan. 11 -- EnTire Solutions, LLC is increasing its direct tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system presence in 2007 as the direct TPM system supplier for the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, Kia Amanti and Kia Spectra vehicles. "EnTire Solutions is pleased to add new business with Hyundai and Kia Motor Compa ... Continue reading
Dash Navigation Takes Home 'Best of CES' Awards From CNET and LAPTOP Magazine
Jan 12, 2007
Dash Express Named Hottest Car Technology, Best GPS and CEA Innovations 2007 Honoree CES, LAS VEGAS, Jan. 11 -- Dash Navigation, Inc. today announced it won "Best of CES" awards from both CNET (www.cnet.com) and LAPTOP Magazine (www.laptopmag.com) at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas f ... Continue reading
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