News By Topic: Aftermarket Parts and Accessories

Navman Launches New Entry-Level F20 Navigator for Ultimate Navigation Freedom

Oct 3, 2006

Navman Hits $379 Price Point With Full-Featured Navigator LAKE FOREST, Ill., Oct. 3 -- Navman, a leading designer and manufacturer of world-class Global Positioning System (GPS), communication and marine products, announced today a new entry-level addition to its award-winning line of in-vehicle navigation products, th ... Continue reading

Pioneer Renews Lineup of 'Raku-Navi' Series In-car Navigation Systems in Japan

Oct 3, 2006

<http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> JapanCorp: Pioneer Renews Lineup of 'Raku-Navi' Series In-car Navigation Systems in Japan AVIC-HRZ88 Tokyo, Japan, Oct. 03, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Pioneer Corporation announced today the release of a new lineup of "Raku-Navi" series in-car navigation systems between late October ... Continue reading

BorgWarner Acquires European Automotive Controls Product Lines From Eaton

Oct 3, 2006

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, October 2 -- BorgWarner Inc. today announced the purchase of the European Transmission and Engine Controls product lines from Eaton Corporation. Terms were not disclosed. With 2006 sales anticipated at US$57 million, the transmission and engine controls operation specializes in high pressure con ... Continue reading

Precision Auto Care Announces FY 2006 Year End Results

Sep 30, 2006

LEESBURG, Va., Sept. 29 -- Precision Auto Care, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: PACI) announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2006. Revenue was $11.7 million and profit was $721,000, or $0.02 per share, compared with a profit of $4.6 million, or $0.16 per share, on revenue of $12.8 million for the pri ... Continue reading

New Technology Adds a Spark to Vehicle Performance

Sep 29, 2006

BROADVIEW, Ill., Sept. 29 -- Robert Bosch Corporation, the world's largest supplier of automotive parts and systems to car makers and the aftermarket, has introduced the Platinum Iridium Fusion(TM) spark plug to provide more efficient fuel combustion for optimum horsepower and extended performance life. Bosch's Ir Fusi ... Continue reading

Study Shows Women List Car Alarms That Cut Ignition as Top 5 Auto Accessory

Sep 29, 2006

WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif.--Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and automedia.com released the results of a survey to gauge the impact of women on vehicle and accessory purchases. The results were published 9/28/06 on AOL’s homepage in an article entitled, “Pimp My Minivan.” The most notable findin ... Continue reading

Sales for the Automobile Aftermarket Reached $35 billion in the US

Sep 28, 2006

DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c42745) has announced the addition of Automobile Aftermarket: The Market - US - August 2006 to their offering. This report encompasses auto parts or products used to modify the appearance, performance and/or handling of automobiles, includ ... Continue reading

Saifun Signs Patent Licensing Agreement With NEC Electronics

Sep 28, 2006

NETANYA, Israel, September 27 -- Saifun Semiconductors Ltd. , a leader in flash memory technology, today announced that it has entered a patent license agreement with NEC Electronics Corp. (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 6723) to provide Saifun's NROM technology for embedded flash memory products. Kobi Rozengarten, President of ... Continue reading

Washington Automotive Professional Selected as 2007 NAPA/ASE Parts Specialist of the Year

Sep 27, 2006

ATLANTA--NAPA AUTO PARTS and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) have named Ernesto Cerrillo the 2007 NAPA/ASE Parts Specialist of the Year. Cerrillo, who is employed by Allen’s Auto Parts, Inc. in Tonasket, Washington, is the eighth individual to receive this special parts professional ... Continue reading

Cobra Electronics Announces the Next Generation in Portable, Plug-and-Go Navigation Devices

Sep 27, 2006

The NAV ONE 2500 Now Available to Drivers in North America CHICAGO, Sept. 26 -- Chicago based Cobra Electronics today announces the availability of its next generation device in its growing line of mobile navigation products, the NAV ONE 2500. With the technology of a high-end GPS system in a compact design and at an a ... Continue reading

Subaru Endorses Fall Car Care Month

Sep 27, 2006

-- During the month of October, Subaru drivers can bring their vehicles in for a free inspection including an MPG inspection that will help owners maximize fuel efficiency -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Sept. 26 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced its support of Fall Car Care Month, a nationwide effort spearheaded by the ... Continue reading

The Tire Rack Chooses MotorWeek to Kick-off First-Ever TV Campaign

Sep 26, 2006

OWINGS MILLS, Md.--Award-winning PBS automotive series MotorWeek and automotive tire and accessories retailer The Tire Rack announced today the signing of a national sponsorship agreement. The Tire Rack will begin its 52-week MotorWeek sponsorship, the first of its kind for the family-run company, on October 1, 2006. T ... Continue reading

Action Pursuit Group Acquires Action Media

Sep 26, 2006

Apprise Enthusiast Media Unit Targets Strong Growth Potential in Events and Multi-Media Vehicles for Auto Enthusiast Market ORANGE, Calif., Sept. 26 -- The Action Pursuit Group LLC (APG), an operating company of Apprise Enthusiast Media LLC, today announced the acquisition from Great Hill Partners of Action Media Opera ... Continue reading

Dash Navigation Unveils First Internet-Connected Auto Navigation Device

Sep 26, 2006

Drivers Get Up-to-Date Traffic Information for Multiple Routes, Can Search for Relevant Destinations and More DEMOfall 2006, SAN DIEGO, Calif., Sept. 26 -- Dash Navigation(TM) Inc. ( www.dash.net ) today demonstrated the first automotive navigation device that connects people to the information that empowers them in th ... Continue reading

ACDelco Earns First NASCAR Busch Series Win of Season

Sep 26, 2006

Bowyer Earns First Win of Season at Dover Performance Marks 30th Victory for ACDelco in Busch Series Competition DOVER, Del. (Sept. 25, 2006) - ACDelco driver Clint Bowyer and the Real Car Guys won the Dover 200 Sept. 23 at Dover International Speedway to claim their first victory of the season and ACDelco's 30th win i ... Continue reading