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New Rearview-Mirror-Based Camera Display Takes the Guesswork Out of Backing Up

New Rearview-Mirror-Based Camera Display Takes the Guesswork Out of Backing Up

ZEELAND, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Backing up cars, trucks and SUVs can be a dangerous task. Blind spots directly behind the vehicle can lead to accidents that result in property damage, or even injury or death to small children. To help reduce these risks, Gentex Corporation, the Zeeland, Michigan-based manufacturer of automa ... Continue reading

American Suzuki Shows Full Deck of 'Cars' in Las Vegas

American Suzuki Shows Full Deck of 'Cars' in Las Vegas

Suzuki Ups Ante With 'Suzuki LIVE Series' Concepts, Thunderhill SX4 Racecar, Suzuki Works Techno(TM) and Genuine Suzuki Accessories LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30 -- To demonstrate its commitment to automotive enthusiasts and the massive aftermarket industry, American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) arrives in the entertainment ca ... Continue reading

Nissan Revs Up New Versa Hatchback at 2006 SEMA Show

Nissan Revs Up New Versa Hatchback at 2006 SEMA Show

LAS VEGAS--Nissan today revealed a stunning lineup of vehicles at the 2006 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. Nissan will showcase seven custom Versa 5-door hatchbacks, a custom Titan truck, designer-inspired Pathfinder and Armada, and Championship-winning Nissan Motorsports Championship O ... Continue reading

DENSO Announces First-half 2006 Financial Results

DENSO Announces First-half 2006 Financial Results

<http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> JapanCorp: DENSO Announces First-half Financial Results; Operating Income Rise 15.5 Percent Tokyo, Japan, Oct. 31, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - DENSO Corporation today announced global financial results for the first half year ended September 30, 2006: - Consolidated net sales totaled ... Continue reading

ExxonMobil Expands Sponsorship with Penske Racing

ExxonMobil Expands Sponsorship with Penske Racing

FAIRFAX, Va.--ExxonMobil today announced that its Mobil 1 brand will be featured on the car of 2006 Indianapolis 500 winner and three-time IndyCar Series champion Sam Hornish Jr., as he attempts to qualify for the NASCAR Busch Series race at Phoenix International Raceway on November 11 and the season-ending NASCAR Busc ... Continue reading

Visteon Unveils Innovative Mobile Electronics Solutions at SEMA Show

Visteon Unveils Innovative Mobile Electronics Solutions at SEMA Show

Supplier showcases new HD Jump(TM) transportable HD Radio(TM) receiver, Dockable Entertainment featuring Game Boy(R) Advance, and more LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30 -- Visteon Corporation is showcasing a variety of recent mobile electronics innovations -- including the first transportable HD Radio(TM) receiver and an exclusive in ... Continue reading

Antonov presents world's first high performance car and SUV with 2-speed supercharger technology at SEMA show in Las Vegas

Antonov presents world's first high performance car and SUV with 2-speed supercharger technology at SEMA show in Las Vegas

Antonov presents world's first high performance car and SUV with 2-speed supercharger technology at SEMA show in Las Vegas Immediate: 23 October 2006 Antonov presents world's first high performance car and SUV with 2-speed supercharger technology at SEMA show in Las Vegas Antonov, a European automotive technology compa ... Continue reading

Goodyear Stores Getting a Tune-Up

Goodyear Stores Getting a Tune-Up

Company outlets use research to create consumer-friendly tire-shopping experience AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- Picture this: Beautiful designs, bright color and attractive, easy-to-shop displays. Are you visualizing a tire store? If not, then visit a redesigned company-owned Goodyear store. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi ... Continue reading

PRIMEDIA Enterprises and Thorsen Tool Company to Develop Innovative Automotive Accessories Line under Motor Trend Brand Name

PRIMEDIA Enterprises and Thorsen Tool Company to Develop Innovative Automotive Accessories Line under Motor Trend Brand Name

LOS ANGELES--PRIMEDIA Enterprises, the business development arm of PRIMEDIA, today announced a close collaboration with Thorsen Tool Company to develop, innovate and enhance an existing line of automotive accessories. Geared to consumers and enthusiasts alike, the products managed by Thorsen Tool Company will elevate p ... Continue reading

IMS Releases DriveSync Bluetooth Upgrade

IMS Releases DriveSync Bluetooth Upgrade

Customers to Benefit from Wireless Technology without Monthly Fees WATERLOO, ON, Oct. 30 -- Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc. (IMS), a world leader in telematics solutions, released today the DriveSync(TM) Bluetooth(R) upgrade. The Bluetooth(R) technology will allow DriveSync(TM) customers to wirelessly upload their ... Continue reading

Delphi and SEC Reach Settlement Agreement

Delphi and SEC Reach Settlement Agreement

TROY, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Delphi Corporation (Pink Sheets: DPHIQ) confirmed today that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) commenced and simultaneously settled with Delphi a lawsuit alleging violations of federal securities laws. The lawsuit and settlement relate to transactions that were the subject of a restat ... Continue reading

DURA Automotive's U.S. and Canadian Operations Filefor Chapter 11 Reorganization

DURA Automotive's U.S. and Canadian Operations Filefor Chapter 11 Reorganization

ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , announced today that the company and its U.S. and Canadian subsidiaries have filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. DURA's European and other operations outside of the U.S. and ... Continue reading

Nokia 330 Auto Navigation - Enjoy the Ride!

Nokia 330 Auto Navigation - Enjoy the Ride!

Navigate Through Europe Easily With Nokia's New Car Navigation Device ESPOO, Finland, October 30 -- Nokia today announced its first dedicated personal navigation device to include Europe-wide maps, the Nokia 330 Auto Navigation, to take you across European borders effortlessly allowing you to enjoy the ride, while it d ... Continue reading

NAPA Filters Adds BioShield(R) 75 To Cabin Filters for Increased Protection

NAPA Filters Adds BioShield(R) 75 To Cabin Filters for Increased Protection

GASTONIA, N.C., Oct. 30 -- NAPA Filters, a leader in aftermarket filtration, announces it is adding the antimicrobial agent BioShield(R) 75 to its cabin air filters to inhibit the growth of mold, mildew and bacteria that can affect comfort and health. BioShield(R) 75 uses exclusive patented technology developed by scie ... Continue reading

Midnight Auto Signs Expansion Deal For Retail Stores & Service Centers

Midnight Auto Signs Expansion Deal For Retail Stores & Service Centers

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Midnight Holdings Group, Inc ("MHGI" or the "Company") announces today that its subsidiary company, Midnight Auto Franchise Corp ("MAFC") has entered into an agreement with a Detroit-area private financial group to launch the first of what Midnight Auto anticipates will be 100 or mor ... Continue reading

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