TomTom Launches Its Traffic Service in Kuwait
Jul 16, 2015
TomTom (TOM2) today announced the launch of its world-class traffic service in Kuwait, extending its reach in the region, and adding to existing coverage in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. âThe launch of TomTom Traffic gives drivers, the automotive industry and governments a concrete way to tackle traffic congestion in ... Continue reading
Michelin Expands Latest SmartWay-Verified X One Tire and Retread Offering
Jul 14, 2015
New MICHELIN® X® One® Multi⢠Energy T tire and retread deliver breakthrough reduction in irregular wear for regional operations LAVAL, QC -- July 14, 2015: Michelin Americas Truck Tires, a division of Michelin North America Inc., is launching the 455/55R22.5 MICHELIN® X® One® MultiTM Energy T, a ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire Teams with Dealers to Open New Tire Sales and Service Centers in China
Jul 14, 2015
Cooper Superfeel Centers Provide Enhanced Tire Shopping and Service Experience as Vehicle Ownership Skyrockets in China FINDLAY, Ohio--With China poised to become the worldâs largest tire market by 2017, the Cooper Tire & Rubber Company family of companies continues to expand its presence in the region by teaming ... Continue reading
MAHLE Adapts GPS Solutions For Plug-in Hybrids
Jul 14, 2015
As part of the continuing development of MAHLE's range-extended electric vehicle (REEV) initiative, the company's Powertrain division has developed control software which can manage the consumption of battery energy for plug-in hybrids through a combination of GPS (global positioning systems) and topographical road dat ... Continue reading
Jul 13, 2015
Rear View Safety, the industry leader in the sales and distribution of backup camera systems and sensor systems, as well as a strong advocate for road safety is proud to unveil two new unique backup sensor systems that are designed to make the roads safer for pedestrians and drivers alike. The RVS-BES02 and RVS-116 sys ... Continue reading
Sena Slashes Price Of Motorcycle Market's First Audio Action Camera
Jul 11, 2015
Global Bluetooth Leader for Powersports Lowers Prism Unit Price to $249 and $199 for the Masses, Launches "Advancing Adventure" Web Series - SAN JOSE, CA -- July 10, 2015: With the elevated popularity of the Prism Bluetooth Audio Action Camera among motorcycle riders around the world, Sena Technologies, Inc., the globa ... Continue reading
ReifenDirekt.de: Drive a Mini One Edition Speed for One Year
Jul 2, 2015
Quirky: Competition in July to celebrate 15 years of ReifenDirekt.de: Iconic driving fun with ReifenDirekt.de and Vredestein HANOVER, GERMANY -- June 2, 2015: Iconic design, enormous fun to drive - thatâs the best description of the Mini One. Win that fantastic âgo kart feelingâ in July as part of the 15 ... Continue reading
Valvoline's Car-Care Assets Acquired By Highlander Partners
Jul 1, 2015
DALLAS, July 1, 2015; Highlander Partners, L.P., a leading middle market private investment firm based in Dallas, Texas, announced today that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Valvoline`s car-care products assets from Ashland Inc. LLC, a newly formed affiliate. The car-care products include the f ... Continue reading
Hankook Tire Survey Reveals 'There's No Place Like Home' for the Fourth of July
Jun 30, 2015
Latest Hankook Gauge Index highlights Americans' summer road trip and Fourth of July plans WAYNE, NJ -- June 29, 2015: The sunroofs are open and the tops are down as summer has officially begun. But despite the warmer weather and moderate gas prices, Hankook Tire's latest Quarterly Gauge Index found that most drivers p ... Continue reading
GKN Automotive Officially Opens New Regional Headquarters for the Americas in Auburn Hills, Mich
Jun 26, 2015
Oakland County, Michigan location provides access to top auto industry talent, facility increases engineering capabilities to support global customer AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 25, 2015 -- GKN Automotive today officially christened its new regional headquarters for the Americas with a grand opening event for customers, ... Continue reading
LIVE From NY Auto Lab, Car Topic Call-In; Saturday June 27, 2015
Jun 26, 2015
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AAA Projects 41.9 Million Americans will Celebrate Independence Day with a Holiday Getaway
Jun 25, 2015
2015 marks the most Independence Day travelers since 2007 AAA projects 41.9 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home this Independence Day, the most since 2007 and a 0.7 percent increase from the 41.6 million people who traveled last year. The Independence Day holiday travel period is defined as Wednes ... Continue reading
Jun 23, 2015
Thank you, Mr. Chairman, Ranking Member Nelson and members of the committee. My name is Rick Schostek, executive vice president of Honda North America, based in Marysville, Ohio. I appreciate the opportunity to update the committee regarding the efforts made by Honda with respect to the recall of Takata airbag inflator ... Continue reading
Allison Transmission Working with EPA and NHTSA on Fuel Efficiency and GHG Emission Standards
Jun 22, 2015
Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. today announced that it has been working with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as they consider revisions to the 'Phase I' Model Year 2014-2018 rule regarding fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emission (GHG) sta ... Continue reading
Who Could Ever Forget His Or Her First Car?--Not Many Of Us According To A Survey By Michelin
Jun 17, 2015
New campaign asks drivers to share their #FirstCarMoment and expand tire safety knowledge GREENVILLE, SC -- June 16, 2015: Getting the keys to your first car is a moment that people never forget. For most of us, that car â old, new or somewhere in between â represented a newfound freedom and independence. And ... Continue reading
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