News By Topic: Aftermarket Parts and Accessories

Harley-Davidson Expands Partnership with ARI

Jul 13, 2006

MILWAUKEE--July 13, 2006-- PartSmart Catalog Now Available to Harley-Davidson Dealers in Europe, Middle East and Africa ARI (OTCBB:ARIS), a leading provider of technology-enabled business solutions that help equipment dealers build sales and profits, announced today that Harley-Davidson Motor Company has expanded its r ... Continue reading

5 Million Wheels were sold in the Top Five Countries, Accounting for 475 Million Euros

Jul 13, 2006

DUBLIN, Ireland--July 13, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c39400) has announced the addition of Car Wheels Europe - Top 5 2006 to their offering. Car Wheels in Europe Top 5: 2005 - The car wheels market has grown by 3.4% in value. In Europe there are many companies selling Alloy wh ... Continue reading

Foundation Grants Show Diversity of Aftermarket Educational Endeavors

Jul 13, 2006

Please cut and paste the folowing URL link into your Web browser: http://www.magnetmail.net/actions/email_web_version.cfm?recipient_id=12 875346&message_id=201417&user_id=AutoAfterM For Immediate Release July 13, 2006 Media Contacts: David Caracci, Chairman 419-656-2766 caracci@nextel.blackberry.net or Barbara Cunningh ... Continue reading

Bankrupt Delphi Wants To Continue Executive Bonus's - Union Protests- Duh

Jul 13, 2006

CHICAGO, July 12, 2006; Reuters reported that unions representing hourly workers at bankrupt auto parts supplier Delphi Corp. on Wednesday objected to the company's plans to extend an executive bonus program to the second half of 2006. Delphi, in talks with its unions over proposed steep wage and benefit cuts, has said ... Continue reading

MapInfo Uncovers Where High Gas Prices are Driving Americans Into the Red

Jul 12, 2006

TROY, N.Y.--July 12, 2006--MapInfo Corporation , the leading global provider of location intelligence solutions, today released top ten lists of cities with the biggest gas guzzlers and the most fuel efficient cars. Researching data, including automotive statistics supplied by R. L. Polk & Co, MapInfo demographers dete ... Continue reading

Michelin(R) Brand Tires Now Being Made in Mexico

Jul 12, 2006

Queretaro plant converts production line to meet strong Mexican demand QUERETARO, Mexico, July 12 -- For the first time, Michelin(R)-brand passenger and light truck tires are being built in Mexico. The company announced today that strong consumer demand in Mexico drove Michelin's decision to upgrade production capacity ... Continue reading

Mechanics Veto Extending Oil Changes

Jul 12, 2006

Mechanics Veto Extending Oil Changes Bucking New Trend Lexington, Ky. (July 2006) - The nation's top mechanics are rejecting the recommendation by some in the auto field that cars can go 5,000 miles or more before oil is changed. The nation's top mechanics, National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) cer ... Continue reading

Powerful Industry Fuels SEMA Membership; Show Reflects Growing Industry

Jul 12, 2006

DIAMOND BAR, Calif.--July 11, 2006--The automotive specialty-equipment industry continues to grow at an impressive rate, and its premier event, the 2006 SEMA Show, is already gearing up to be the best in the show's 40-year history. "With its traditional customer base of enthusiasts now being augmented by mainstream con ... Continue reading

Delphi Reports Fourth Quarter and Calendar Year 2005 Financial Results

Jul 12, 2006

TROY, Mich., July 11 -- Delphi Corp. (Pink Sheets: DPHIQ) today announced its fourth quarter and calendar year 2005 financial results and filed its 2005 Annual Report on Form 10-K. Fourth Quarter 2005 Financial Results * Revenue of $6.8 billion, down from $7.0 billion in Q4 2004. * Non-GM revenue for the quarter was $3 ... Continue reading

Dunlop Fuels America's Joy Ride, Despite High Gas Prices

Jul 12, 2006

AKRON, Ohio, July 11 -- For 60 million automotive enthusiasts, there's not much joy in their joy rides anymore, thanks to soaring gas prices at the pumps. But if you act by Saturday, Dunlop Tires may fuel your driving excitement. Enthusiasts -- slated to fill 12 available slots -- have until July 15 to apply for Driver ... Continue reading

A. O. Smith Increases Quarterly Dividend

Jul 12, 2006

MILWAUKEE, July 11 -- Directors of A. O. Smith Corporation today announced a $.01 increase in the company's quarterly cash dividend to a rate of $.17 per share. The increased dividend will apply to both Common Stock and Class A Common Stock and is payable on Aug. 15 to shareholders of record July 31. ... Continue reading

News From USW: Mass Market Tire Segment Hurt by Low-Cost Imports

Jul 12, 2006

PITTSBURGH--July 11, 2006--News From USW: The United Steelworkers (USW) acknowledged receiving notice today from BFGoodrich of the company's intent to reduce production by some 30 to 40 percent at its Opelika, Ala. plant beginning in the fourth quarter of 2006. The USW and BFGoodrich are currently engaged in master con ... Continue reading

Applications Open for 2007 Automotive News Pace Award

Jul 11, 2006

Suppliers' 'Academy Award for Automotive Innovation' DETROIT, July 11 -- Automotive suppliers seeking a competitive edge can demonstrate industry excellence with a 2007 Automotive News PACE Award. Applications for the 13th annual program, recognizing innovation, technological advancement and business performance, are b ... Continue reading

The Car Security Market Increased by 8% in the Top Five European Countries.

Jul 11, 2006

DUBLIN, Ireland--July 11, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c39286) has announced the addition of Car Security in Europe 2006 to their offering. Car Security in Europe 2006: Car Security Systems Worth 132,7 Millions - 2005 The value of the car security systems market in the Europe To ... Continue reading

Cragar Industries Licenses CRAGAR Brand to Disc Brake Company, Power Stop

Jul 11, 2006

PHOENIX--July 11, 2006-- Addition of High-Performance Brake Products for Domestic Cars, Trucks and SUVs Broadens Reach of Famed CRAGAR(R) Brand in $31.5 Billion Automotive Aftermarket Segment Global Entertainment Corp. (AMEX: GEE), a company engaged in sports management, arena and related real estate development, facil ... Continue reading