Yih Sheng Auto Parts Recalls Aftermarket Replacement Hoods
Jan 11, 2005
TAU YUAN HSIEN, Taiwan, R.O.C., Jan. 11, 2005; Yih Sheng Auto Parts Ind. Co. has issued the recall of their aftermarket replacement hoods for the Hyundai Elantra, model years 2001 - 2003. All suspect parts were sold under the Yih Sheng brand name, and are being recalled because of a possible faulty hood latch assembly. ... Continue reading
Giant Motorsports Announces 2004 Year-End Recap
Jan 11, 2005
Company Achieves Key Business Milestones, Projects 2005 Revenues To Exceed $100 million SALEM, Ohio, Jan. 11 -- Giant Motorsports, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: GMOS) , implementing the destination retailer business model in the motorcycle and powersports industry, has announced its 2004 year end recap. Greg Haehn, President o ... Continue reading
Infineon Decides to Terminate Agreement with Finisar Due to Delay and Uncertain Closing
Jan 11, 2005
MUNICH, Germany--Jan. 11, 2005--The Infineon Management Board today decided to terminate the Amended and Restated Master Sale and Purchase Agreement with Finisar Corporation dated October 11, 2004. Due to circumstances beyond Infineon's control, specifically delays related to the filing of the Proxy Statement with the ... Continue reading
Encirq 3e Data Integration Technology Helps Delphi Deliver Next Generation Satellite Receiver
Jan 11, 2005
SAN FRANCISCO--Jan. 10, 2005--Encirq Corporation, the leading provider of data integration and management software, today announced that Delphi Corporation's next-generation vehicle satellite receiver system was developed using the Encirq 3e Development Environment. The Encirq framework was specifically designed to del ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Potenza RE050 Radials to be Supplied for Ferrari Superamerica
Jan 11, 2005
Tokyo (JCNN) - Bridgestone Corporation has announced that it will supply Potenza RE050 radial tires for the Ferrari Superamerica. The Superamerica is a brand new innovative convertible derived from the 575M Maranello that will be produced in limited edition, powered with a 12-cylinder engine and feature an innovative r ... Continue reading
Lou Mancini Named CEO of Murray's Discount Auto Stores
Jan 11, 2005
BELLEVILLE, Mich.--Jan. 10, 2005--Murray's Discount Auto Stores, Inc., a leading auto parts superstore in the Midwest, today announced that it has named Lou Mancini President and CEO of the 107-store chain, replacing Michael Klein, who has resigned. Mr. Klein spent 20 years with Murray's in various positions, including ... Continue reading
Starfire's Composite Motorcycle Brakes Excel on Test Track
Jan 10, 2005
MALTA, N.Y.--Jan. 10, 2005--Jason DiSalvo, one of the world's foremost motorcycle racers rated Starfire's new brakes "a 12 on a scale of one to ten" after completing a 3 day test track evaluation of a 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 motorbike equipped with the company's STARBLADE(TM) composite brake rotors. The new generation ceram ... Continue reading
Michelin(R) PAX System(TM) Scores with Honda Owners
Jan 10, 2005
Michelin investment in service network keeps consumer satisfaction high DETROIT, Jan. 10 -- Drivers in Motown -- and other U.S. cities -- give the 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring edition and Michelin PAX System(TM) the thumbs up for the added measures of safety, security and convenience the continued mobility system provide ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire Agrees to Buy 11 Percent Interest in Kumho Tire
Jan 10, 2005
FINDLAY, Ohio, Jan. 10 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company today announced that an agreement has been reached for Cooper to acquire approximately 11 percent of the common equity of Kumho Tire. The acquisition is in connection with a planned initial public offering to be listed on the Korea Stock Exchange and London Stock E ... Continue reading
Goodyear and Siemens Raise Tire IQ
Jan 10, 2005
AKRON, Ohio, Jan. 10 -- The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company and Siemens VDO Automotive have teamed to create "Tire IQ," the most advanced tire information system to be developed. A fully functional Tire IQ prototype system was featured on the Ford Shelby GR-1, a high-performance concept coupe, unveiled yesterday at th ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Michelin Lets the Air Out of Future Tire Innovation
Jan 9, 2005
Michelin announces two fitments for its revolutionary non-pneumatic Tweel(TM) DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Today at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) Michelin showcased a potential future for mobility, an integrated tire and wheel combination missing one ingredient that is vital for traditional tire performance ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: Sony Showcases In-Vehicle Technologies at Detroit Auto Show
Jan 9, 2005
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Cobo Center, Michigan Hall -- To satiate the appetite auto buffs have for car toys, Sony is showing off some of its latest in-vehicle concept products at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Sony Electronics is working closely with ASC Incorporated, a full-service design and product-de ... Continue reading
Jan 7, 2005
Turns Moving Vehicles into Roving 'Hot Spots' for Wi-Fi Devices; Satellite Link Enables Access in Remote Areas Offering No Cell or Landline Service LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7 -- Announcing a breakthrough in mobile computing and communications, RaySat, Inc., a developer of mobile video receiving systems, today introduced the wor ... Continue reading
Delphi Appoints President and C.O.O. & New Vice Chairman
Jan 7, 2005
Rodney O'Neal becomes first chief operating officer; Wohleen named vice chair. Appointments to provide sharper focus, streamline operations and strengthen growth TROY, Mich., Jan. 7 -- Delphi Corporation announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the following appointments, effective immediately: Rodney O ... Continue reading
Aerielle Introduces New All Channel AudioBUG Automotive FM Transmitter
Jan 7, 2005
LAS VEGAS--Jan. 7, 2005--Aerielle(R), Inc. announced today the availability of the new Aerielle Enabled(TM) (www.AerielleEnabled.com) AudioBUG(TM) ATB-350 Automotive FM Transmitter, which transmits audio to all FM frequencies. Eliminating the need for custom installation or hardwiring, this AudioBUG is powered by the a ... Continue reading
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