CSK Auto Announces Management Appointments
Oct 24, 2006
PHOENIX--CSK Auto Corporation , parent company of CSK Auto, Inc., one of the largest automotive parts and accessories retailers in the United States, today announced certain executive promotions. Mr. Dale Ward was promoted to Executive Vice President, Mr. John Saar to Senior Vice President of Commercial Sales and Ms. R ... Continue reading
Amazon.com Launches New Automotive Parts and Accessories Store
Oct 24, 2006
SEATTLE--Amazon.com today announced the grand opening of its Automotive Parts and Accessories Store (www.amazon.com/auto) featuring over 1 million new, used and remanufactured parts from leading parts and accessories manufacturers. A key feature of Amazonâs Automotive Store is its innovative Part Finder, allowing ... Continue reading
AAA Chicago Offers Homeowners Tips for Winter
Oct 24, 2006
Planning Now Will Make for an Easier Time During Cold Weather AURORA, Ill., Oct. 23 -- As winter is on its way, it's important to remember that your home needs protection from winter weather. Take a few steps now to protect your home and family during the cold months ahead. Key areas for your winter safety checklist in ... Continue reading
Cummins and Beiqi Foton Motor to Produce High-Performance, Light-Duty Diesel Engines in China
Oct 23, 2006
BEIJING--Cummins Inc. and Beijing-based Beiqi Foton Motor Company (Beiqi Foton) today signed an agreement to form a 50/50 joint venture company, Beijing Foton Cummins Engine Company Limited (BFCEC) to produce two types of Cummins light-duty, high-performance diesel engines in Beijing. The engines primarily will be used ... Continue reading
Oct 20, 2006
Popular Heated-Cooled Seat System Again Selected as Option in Lexus Luxury Sedans, Extends 6 1/2-Year Relationship NORTHVILLE, Mich., Oct. 19 -- Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing products based on advanced thermoelectric (TE) technologies for a wide range of global markets and applications, today announced ... Continue reading
Taking the Scare Out of Driving on Halloween
Oct 20, 2006
BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 19 -- Driving on Halloween can be frightening for motorists, especially when little "ghouls" and "goblins" -- out after dark and full of excitement -- forget road safety rules or wear costumes or masks that limit their vision. To help ensure safety on a night reserved for fun, the Car Care Council r ... Continue reading
Safelite(R) AutoGlass Market Teams Receive Prestigious Consumers' Choice Awards(TM)
Oct 20, 2006
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 19 -- Safelite AutoGlass' market teams have been named recipients of the 2006 Consumers' Choice Award(TM) (CCA) in all four of the markets in which it is handed out -- Atlanta, Dallas, Indianapolis and Columbus, Ohio -- in recognition of their excellence and commitment to quality customer service. ... Continue reading
Five Life-Saving Devices Make Affordable, Unusual Gift for Loved Ones
Oct 19, 2006
CLEVELAND, Oct. 19 -- With floods, hurricanes, violent attacks and other disasters fresh in everyone's mind, emergency tools are becoming popular, thoughtful gifts for any occasion. For less than $25, gift- givers can ensure their loved ones have five life-saving devices with them to aid in any emergency situation. The ... Continue reading
Car Gifts for People That Don't Like Cars
Oct 19, 2006
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 19 -- Over 175 million drivers spend an average of 70 minutes a day in their vehicles. Most of these people are not auto enthusiasts -- they just want products to make their automotive lives safe, comfortable and enjoyable. But where can they find these products when automotive stores and ... Continue reading
SmarTire Achieves Industry Milestone With New Commercial Vehicle Sensor
Oct 18, 2006
Files Important Patent Application for Innovative External Valve Sensor RICHMOND, British Columbia, Oct. 18 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) announced today that it has filed a comprehensive patent application in the United States for an external valve sensor used in its tire pressure monitoring systems. ... Continue reading
KVH Scores Two Winners in BusinessWeek's “Coolest Car Gadgets for 2007” List
Oct 18, 2006
MIDDLETOWN, R.I.--Itâs reaching the point where no one wants to call âshotgunâ anymore when heading out to the car because all the cool stuff is in the backseat. Thanks to technological advances, our automobiles are rapidly evolving into extensions of our living rooms and offices, where consumer demand f ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Makes Garmin Navigation Systems Available Through Dealers Nationwide
Oct 18, 2006
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 17 -- Hyundai Motor America will offer navigation systems from Garmin International Inc. through its network of 725 dealers beginning in October. Current Hyundai owners, as well as new Hyundai buyers, will have the option of adding a customized version of the award-winning nuvi 360 persona ... Continue reading
International Automotive Components Closes on Lear's European Interior Systems Division
Oct 17, 2006
LUXEMBOURG, Oct. 16 -- Wilbur L. Ross, Chairman of International Automotive Components Group ("IAC"), announced today the completion of the previously announced acquisition of Lear's European Interiors Systems Division on a debt-free basis in exchange for 34% of the stock in IAC. The transaction will expand IAC's prese ... Continue reading
Delphi Helps Vehicle Makers Turn Out High-Tech Hybrids
Oct 17, 2006
Delphi Integrates Hybrid Systems to Help OEMs Increase Efficiency and Consumer Value DETROIT, Oct. 16 -- Delphi Corp. has been selected by Ford Motor Company to provide hybrid electrical powertrain systems technologies for two Ford hybrid vehicle platforms, company officials announced here today at the 2006 Convergence ... Continue reading
Oct 17, 2006
--A study released today by the Transportation Research Board sheds new light on the continued growth of live mobile media systems that bring live TV and Internet to the passenger video screens installed in millions of vehicles on the road. The "Commuting in America" study found that more commuters are traveling furthe ... Continue reading
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