Car Gifts for People That Don't Like Cars
Nov 22, 2005
DETROIT, Nov. 22 -- 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 catalogs focus a ... Continue reading
Hybrid Fuel Systems Executes Sub-Licensing Agreement with UK Based BPM Diesel Engineering
Nov 22, 2005
TAMPA, Fla.--Nov. 22, 2005--Hybrid Fuel Systems, Inc. ("Hybrid" or the "Company") (OTCBB:HYFS) today announced the Company concluded an exclusive sub-license agreement with BPM Diesel Engineering ("BPM"). BPM is headquartered in Worcestershire, England. Hybrid is engaged in the automotive aftermarket through developing ... Continue reading
New In-Car Technologies Entertain and Keep Drivers and Passengers Safe
Nov 21, 2005
ARLINGTON, Va.--Nov. 21, 2005--As families hit the road this holiday season, drivers are turning to mobile electronics to keep them and their passengers safe, says the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA(R)). These products are designed to help drivers watch the road while keeping everyone entertained. Mobile video a ... Continue reading
UAW Statement on GM's Plant Closing Announcement
Nov 21, 2005
DETROIT, Nov. 21 -- UAW President Ron Gettelfinger and Vice President Richard Shoemaker, who directs the UAW General Motors Department, issued this statement on today's announcement by General Motors: "Today's action by General Motors is not only extremely disappointing, unfair and unfortunate, it is devastating to man ... Continue reading
GM North America to Undergo Major Capacity Reduction
Nov 21, 2005
Next Significant Step in GM's North American Turnaround Plan 9 Assembly, Stamping & Powertrain Facilities, 3 SPO Facilities to Cease Operations Total Reduction of 30,000 Positions Total Cost Reduction Running Rate of $7 Billion by End of 2006 DETROIT - General Motors will undergo a wide-ranging restructuring of its man ... Continue reading
SmarTire Announces Manufacturing Agreement With Vansco
Nov 21, 2005
Current Relationship With Vansco Expanded RICHMOND, British Columbia, Nov. 21 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) announced today that it has entered into a manufacturing agreement with Vansco Electronics LP. Under the agreement, Vansco will manufacture key subsystems for SmarTire's wireless gateway family ... Continue reading
NAPA Says Motorists Will Be Thankful They Took Time to Prepare Vehicles for Winter
Nov 21, 2005
ATLANTA--Nov. 21, 2005--As the first blasts of cold air warn of the coming winter, NAPA AUTO PARTS recommends that motorists winterize their vehicles before they set out on holiday road trips. Falling temperatures place extra stress on cars and trucks, causing the air pressure in tires to drop, batteries to lose their ... Continue reading
New Limited Edition Detailing Kit for the Car Enthusiast Who Has Everything
Nov 21, 2005
Great Gift Idea for Under $30 Available Exclusively at Target(R) Stores Nationwide PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 21 -- Just in time for the holidays, Ecolab announces the NASCAR Autocare by Ecolab Detailing Kit, the professional car care system, available exclusively at Target(R) stores throughout the country. Perfect for the NAS ... Continue reading
Office of Highway Safety, Arizona DPS to Host Child Safety Seat Fair in Tucson
Nov 19, 2005
TUCSON, Ariz.--Nov. 19, 2005--21st Century Insurance have united to roll out a consumer safety program promoting compliance with Arizona law for child safety seats. The law requires that a child passenger restraint (child safety seat or booster seat) be used on all children under five years of age. According to the Nat ... Continue reading
Shanghai auto parts show attracts renowned foreign firms
Nov 18, 2005
SHANGHAI, Nov. 19, 2005; (Xinhuanet) -- More than 200 Chinese and overseas suppliers will attend Shanghai international exhibition for auto parts and accessories scheduled for Dec.6-9. Among them are auto parts giants such as Bosch, GE, Dupont and Goodyear. And France, the Republic of Korea, Singapore, Japan, aswell as ... Continue reading
Project Kahn Offers SLR Conversion For Mercedes SL
Nov 18, 2005
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 18, 2005 at 10:30 AM CST While sipping my morning cup of java and checking out Jalopnik this morning, I stumbled upon a story they ran about a new Project Kahn SL. Honestly, I didn't even now Project Kahn worked on Mercedes, I know them more for their work on Range Rovers. It ... Continue reading
Nov 18, 2005
TROY, Mich., Nov. 18 -- PPG Industries is helping the Chrysler Group to keep the paint on its 2006 Jeep(R) Liberty vehicles sparkling and flawless. PPG Total Service Solutions -- a PPG business that provides manufacturers with products and services for the coatings application process and related chemical management -- ... Continue reading
Nov 18, 2005
FULLERTON, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Yokohama Tire Corporation has signed a multi-year agreement designating the global tire producer as the "Official Tire of the Los Angeles Auto Show." The sponsorship deal begins with the 2006 LA Auto Show held Jan. 6-15 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Yokohama views the LA Auto Show ... Continue reading
Nov 18, 2005
THE GEARHEAD REINVENTED: 2005 SEMA SHOW HIGHLIGHTS EMERGING TRENDS Diamond Bar, Calif. (Nov. 17, 2005) - Increasing consumer interest in automotive parts and accessories is impacting the specialty automotive industry, as well as the manufacturers who produce flashy wheels, performance parts and exterior styling accesso ... Continue reading
Reserarch Company Reports: Acura TL Alpine Navigation System Ranks Highest in Customer Satisfaction
Nov 18, 2005
While Pleased With Appearance, Consumers Remain Frustrated With Entering Destinations in Navigation Systems WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Nov. 17 -- The Alpine navigation system supplied in the Acura TL ranks highest in customer satisfaction among factory-installed navigation systems, according to the J.D. Power and Associ ... Continue reading
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