May 23, 2005
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. May 23, 2005; ZAP pioneering the next generation of advanced transportation and energy technologies, along with technology partner Apollo Energy Systems of Pompano Beach, Florida, have announced the successful demonstration of a patented "Ammonia Cracker" technology for use as a method to power zero ... Continue reading
OMRON Establishes Automotive Electronic Components Production Base in Guangzhou, China
May 23, 2005
Kyoto, Japan, May 23, 2005 - (JCN Newswire) - OMRON Corporation , a global leader in automation, sensing and control technology, has established a new automotive electronic components manufacturing company, Omron (Guangzhou) Automotive Electronics Co., Ltd. (abbr. OAG) in Guangzhou, China. The company will begin produc ... Continue reading
May 22, 2005
HOUSTON--May 21, 2005--A team from Birdville, Texas, took top honors in the statewide AAA/Ford Student Auto Skills competition held today at Space Center Houston in Houston, Texas. Students Michael Easley and Christopher Powell of Shannon Career Center moved one step closer to becoming the best student automotive techn ... Continue reading
May 21, 2005
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that the Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc. (DJG) will conduct a safety recall campaign involving about 190,000 Eddie Bauer, Safety 1st, and Cosco brand rear-facing infant child safety seats. Dorel has received complaints that the harness on the recalled chil ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Can Supply Used Diesel Cars Particulate Filter
May 21, 2005
Stuttgart, May 19, 2005 Mercedes-Benz is witnessing a rising demand for models equipped with a diesel particulate filter (DPF) in the used car market as well as in its new car business. Mercedes-Benz sales and service outlets and authorised dealerships in Germany currently have around 10,000 used passenger cars with a ... Continue reading
Driver's Auto Repair Continues to Grow
May 20, 2005
HOUSTON, May 20 -- When you fix cars right the first time and provide the very best customer service, success in the auto repair industry is sure to follow. The recent expansion of Driver's Auto Repair is proof of that. By setting the standard for excellence in the auto service industry, Driver's Auto Repair has been a ... Continue reading
Vehicle Electronics Evolving to Networked Driver Assistance Systems
May 20, 2005
FLAT ROCK, Mich., May 20 -- Today's automotive vehicle electronics will become the networked driver assistance systems of the future. During a driving event at its proving grounds in Flat Rock, Mich., today, the Robert Bosch Corporation showed that giving independent vehicle electronics the ability to interact offers a ... Continue reading
Tiny Silicon Chip Developed by Microstaq Will Revolutionize Car Technology
May 20, 2005
Bellingham, WA May 19, 2005 –- Microstaq engineers here have developed a tiny, silicon chip capable of controlling the refrigerant system in a car’s air-conditioner, and this chip’s broader applications hold the promise of a fluid controls revolution similar to one that rocked the electronics world wi ... Continue reading
Just in Time for Memorial Day Road Trips Top-Five 'Must-Have' Gadgets
May 20, 2005
The Electronic Expert Will Lead Lost Vehicles Through Unfamiliar Terrain and Eliminate Dangerous Blind Spots, Unveiling a List of the Most Advanced Technology Available for 'Getaway' Vehicles VAN NUYS, Calif., May 20 -- Come traffic or high gas prices, nothing stands in the way of Southern Californian's summer road tri ... Continue reading
NASCAR Crew Chief Helps Develop Goodyear Belts
May 20, 2005
CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 20 -- NASCAR Nextel Cup racing series is so competitive, finding an advantage this season is like trying to train an alligator to eat with manners. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) Yet, Steve Boyer, crew chief for driver Sterling Marlin, has found comfort in Goodyear Gat ... Continue reading
2005 BorgWarner Louis Schwitzer Award Presented to Delphi
May 20, 2005
INDIANAPOLIS, May 20 -- The 39th annual BorgWarner Louis Schwitzer Award has been presented to Erskine Carter, Glen Gray, Andy Inman, Tim Kronenberg, and Bruce Natvig for the Delphi Earpiece Sensor System. The award recipient is selected by engineers and presented to engineers for innovative engineering excellence in t ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Developing Inter-Vehicle Communications for Greater Road Safety in Europe
May 20, 2005
DUBLIN, Ireland, May 20 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c17786 ) has announced the addition of The Development of V2V & V2I Communications in Europe to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) It is believed that deployment matters pose a greater ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: An Automotive View of DAB and Its Digital Radio Competitors
May 20, 2005
DUBLIN, Ireland, May 20 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c17818 ) has announced the addition of An Automotive View of DAB and Its Digital Radio Competitors to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) This report provides an overview of the current ... Continue reading
Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. Initiates Quarterly Cash Dividend
May 20, 2005
ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 20 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. , a leading provider of automotive undercar repair and tire services, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved the Company's initiation of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share on the Company's outstanding shares of common stock. The plan appro ... Continue reading
Pioneer Automotive Technologies Inc. Honored for Excellence
May 19, 2005
SPRINGBORO, Ohio--May 19, 2005--Pioneer Automotive Technologies Inc., a leading supplier of mobile entertainment products to the auto industry, was acknowledged today by Honda of America Manufacturing as one of its top suppliers for its performance last year. Recognized for its efforts as a partner that exceeds Honda's ... Continue reading
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