SEMA 2004: 'Maya Hunter' Expeditionary Vehicle Aids Archaeologists
Nov 3, 2004
Specially Equipped Toyota Tacoma and Yamaha Rhino Helping Re-Write History of Ancient Civilization LAS VEGAS, Nov. 3 -- A team of Maya archeologists from Vanderbilt University received the keys to a jungle-ready 2005 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 V6 pickup at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show ... Continue reading
Ballard Power Systems Announces Third Quarter 2004 Results
Nov 3, 2004
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Nov. 3, 2004--Ballard Power Systems reported its financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2004. All amounts are reported in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted. "Ballard is pleased with our third quarter results, which reflect our focus on financial sustainability, as we ... Continue reading
Nov 3, 2004
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Nov. 3, 2004--Leveraging their position as the largest consumer of automotive glass unit replacements, insurance companies have been influencing prices. In a highly competitive market, installers, distributors, and manufacturers tend to yield to the insurer's terms, placing immense pressure on their ... Continue reading
New Automotive Communications Solution From Nokia and Nissan
Nov 3, 2004
DUSSELDORF, Germany and HELSINKI, Finland, November 3 -- Nokia and Nissan have jointly developed an integrated vehicle communications solution for the new Nissan Primera. Integrated into the central console, the new system offers comfortable handsfree operation using the vehicle's own N-FORM control system with its lar ... Continue reading
Nov 3, 2004
DUSSELDORF, Germany and HELSINKI, Finland, November 3 -- Today, Nokia and Ford are presenting an integrated mobile phone communications solution that was developed especially for Ford vehicles. The new Nokia handsfree system with voice activation and Bluetooth connectivity offers a range of sophisticated features and c ... Continue reading
MAZDA6 Dragster First Import-Nameplate Pro Front-Wheel Drive Car to Run Seven-Second Quarter-Mile
Nov 3, 2004
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3 -- MAZDASPEED Motorsports Development recently added a new chapter to its storied racing history as Ed Bergenholtz's PRO-FWD MAZDA6 dragster officially became the first import-nameplate front-wheel drive vehicle to tackle the quarter-mile in less than eight seconds. With a time of 7.934 seconds a ... Continue reading
AAPEX 2004;AutoXray Wins Popular Mechanics Editor's Choice Award
Nov 3, 2004
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 3 -- AutoXray Recognized Five Times in the Past 6 Years (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030721/AUTXLOGO) What: The CodeTrack by AutoXray, the leading provider of cost-effective automotive diagnostic scanners, has been given an Editor's Choice award from Popular Mechanics. The AutoXray CodeT ... Continue reading
Four New Tires Enhance Motoring Safety
Nov 3, 2004
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 3 -- In a few weeks, more than 32 million Americans will take to the road for the Thanksgiving holiday, but many will make the trip on only two good tires. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today said that for optimal handling, stability and traction, four new tires definitely are better than two. An ... Continue reading
As Temperature Drops, So Does Tire Inflation
Nov 3, 2004
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 3 -- Gone is the heat of summer, replaced by cool nights and mornings. Soon, many areas of the country will be faced with consistently chilly, even sub-freezing temperatures. This time of year serves as a reminder that a drop in tire inflation pressures corresponds with the falling thermometer reading ... Continue reading
Champion Laboratories, Inc. Launches the Next Generation of Oil Filters
Nov 3, 2004
ALBION, Ill.--Nov. 3, 2004--Champion Laboratories, Inc., a leading supplier of automotive and heavy-duty filters for original equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket, is introducing the next generation of oil filtration for automotive applications. "Our new Ecore advanced technology design is the culmination of out ... Continue reading
Airtex Offers True Engine Management Alternative for Auto Aftermarket Technicians
Nov 3, 2004
FAIRFIELD, Ill.--Nov. 3, 2004--Airtex Automotive, one of the world's largest manufacturers of fuel and water pumps, has launched a comprehensive Airtex-brand Engine Management program to serve professional aftermarket technicians. Airtex unveiled details of its EM program today at the 2004 AAPEX automotive aftermarket ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Named National Brake System Supplier to Monro Muffler Brake & Service
Nov 3, 2004
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Nov. 3, 2004--Monro Muffler Brake & Service, a respected chain of more than 600 automotive service centers, has named Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ) its supplier of replacement brake system components, including pads, shoes, rotors, hydraulics and other products marketed under the Wagner(R) ... Continue reading
Nov 3, 2004
INDIANAPOLIS--Nov. 3, 2004--GT40 North America, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Legend Motors World Wide, is showcasing two of its handcrafted replicas of the legendary GT40 at the 2004 SEMA (Specialty Equipment Marketing Association) auto products trade show, today through November 5th at the Las Vegas convention c ... Continue reading
Lumileds Lighting and Philips Announce New Partnership
Nov 3, 2004
SAN JOSE, Calif. & AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands--Nov. 3, 2004--Lumileds Lighting and Royal Philips Electronics today announced a partnership to develop and market new modular LED lighting solutions for the automotive industry. The new lighting solutions will incorporate Luxeon(R) technology from Lumileds, the world's lea ... Continue reading
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