Lear Introduces New Core Dimension Strategy
Apr 3, 2006
Product and technology solutions offered into seven consumer-focused dimensions SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Lear Corporation is transforming the way it brings products to market with its new Core Dimension product strategy. Lear will now introduce product and technology solutions as one of seven consumer-focused dime ... Continue reading
Prepare Your Vehicle for Spring During National Car Care Month
Apr 1, 2006
BETHESDA, Md., March 31 -- There is no better time than National Car Care Month in April for motorists to become more car care aware about the very real economic, safety and environmental benefits of performing regular vehicle maintenance, according to the Car Care Council. During National Car Care Month, many repair f ... Continue reading
Delphi Outlines Transformation Plan
Mar 31, 2006
Outlines strategic path to 2007 emergence from Chapter 11 Continues negotiations with U.S. unions and General Motors toward consensual agreement to transform to a competitive U.S. labor cost structure Initiates "dual track" Bankruptcy Court process to reject collective bargaining agreements and certain unprofitable Gen ... Continue reading
Bosch Celebrates 100 Years of Automotive Contributions in the U.S. During 2006 SAE World Congress
Mar 31, 2006
WHAT: In 1906, Bosch established its first U.S. office in New York City. Over the past 100 years, the company has developed a rich history of product innovation and leadership. Bosch will showcase its automotive history and address emerging technology of the present and future during the 2006 SAE World Congress. PANEL ... Continue reading
China in Hot Water Over Taxation of Auto Parts
Mar 31, 2006
Washington DC March 31, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Bush Administration and European Union filed a trade case yesterday against the World Trade Organization (WTO) in a dispute involving auto parts from the U.S. and other nations, reports The Detroit News. The complaint alleges that China is imposing hi ... Continue reading
UAW Statement on Delphi Filing 1113/1114 Motions
Mar 31, 2006
DETROIT, March 31 -- UAW President Ron Gettelfinger and Vice President Richard Shoemaker today issued this statement on Delphi's announcement that it will file Section 1113 and Section 1114 motions today with the U.S. bankruptcy court in New York. "Delphi's misuse of the bankruptcy procedure to circumvent the collectiv ... Continue reading
Mar 30, 2006
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--March 30, 2006--Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ) will offer automotive aftermarket professionals the chance to win a beautifully restored and updated 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu during the second annual Federal-Mogul TEC Training Excellence Sweepstakes. Sponsored by the Federal-Mogul Techni ... Continue reading
Stewart, Wallace Claim WIX Filters Lap Leader Awards at Bristol
Mar 30, 2006
NEWS RELEASE Contact: Bruce Johnston Ashleigh Lockhart WIX Filters Wray Ward Laseter (704) 869-3383 (704) 926-1314 Bruce.Johnston@affiniagroup.com alockhart@wwlcreative.com Stewart, Wallace Claim WIX Filters Lap Leader Awards at Bristol GASTONIA, N.C. (March 30, 2006) - Drivers Tony Stewart and Steve Wallace won the WI ... Continue reading
Goodyear Adds Fiber to the High-Performance Tire Menu
Mar 30, 2006
AKRON, Ohio, March 30 -- Carbon fiber comes to tires in the new Goodyear Eagle(R) featuring ResponsEdge Technology(TM), a product announced today and available to consumers in May. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) With threadlike strands of carbon that are strong and flexible, carbon fiber i ... Continue reading
Goodyear Tires Added to List of Carbon Fiber-Enhanced Products
Mar 30, 2006
AKRON, Ohio, March 30 -- Consumer tires have been added to the list of applications for carbon fiber with the introduction of the Goodyear Eagle(R) featuring ResponsEdge Technology(TM), a tire available in May for drivers of high-performance touring automobiles. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOG ... Continue reading
Truck Fleet Makes Iteris Lane Departure Warning Technology Standard on National
Mar 30, 2006
ANAHEIM, Calif.--March 30, 2006--Iteris Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in vision-based technologies and Intelligent Transportation Systems that optimize traffic flow and enhance driver safety, today announced that Prime Inc. (Prime), one of North America's most successful refrigerated, flatbed, and tanker carriers with head ... Continue reading
Clarion Announces New Senior Vice President of Retail Sales
Mar 30, 2006
GARDENA, Calif., March 29 -- Clarion Corporation of America, a leading manufacturer of mobile entertainment systems today announced the appointment of Ralf Engelbrecht as Senior Vice President of Retail Sales. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051212/DEM004LOGO-a ) Engelbrecht brings over fifteen years of co ... Continue reading
SkinzWraps Signs Agreement with Earth Biofuels, Inc.
Mar 29, 2006
DALLAS--March 29, 2006--SkinzWraps, Inc. (Pink Sheets:SKZW), a full-service vehicle wrapping company, today announced that it has signed an exclusive agreement with Earth Biofuels, Inc. (OTCBB:EBOF), a producer and distributor of biodiesel fuel. Under terms of the agreement, SkinzWraps will handle the entire marketing ... Continue reading
U.S. Army to Showcase Quantum's Technologies at SAE World Congress
Mar 29, 2006
IRVINE, Calif., March 29 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc., today announced that the U.S. Army will be featuring Quantum's technologies at the 2006 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress in Detroit, Mich. April 3-6 at Cobo Hall, in Booth #701. Quantum's technologies on display include t ... Continue reading
Goodyear Announces Termination of SEC Investigation
Mar 29, 2006
AKRON, Ohio, March 29 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company said today that the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission has terminated its investigation into accounting matters included in the company's restatement of financial results, which was announced in October 2003, and in subsequent public filings. (Log ... Continue reading
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