BFGoodrich Tires Announces Recall
Sep 30, 2004
Company's Quality System Results in Early Action to Assure Performance GREENVILLE, S.C., Sept. 30 -- BFGoodrich Tires is recalling 46,000 passenger and light truck tires after its quality system alerted the company to a condition initially affecting ride quality, but which could possibly result in steel belt separation ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Staggering Growth in India's Auto Components Sourcing Markets
Sep 30, 2004
DUBLIN, Ireland, Sept. 29 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/) has announced the addition of Sourcing Auto Components - Destination India to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) The Indian automotive industry has grown at a staggering pace over the last ... Continue reading
Magna Completes Acquisition of New Venture Gear
Sep 29, 2004
AURORA, Canada, September 29 -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.A, MG.B; NYSE: MGA) has completed the acquisition of the worldwide operations of DaimlerChrysler Corporation's wholly-owned subsidiary, New Venture Gear, Inc. ("NVG"). As announced on May 17, 2004, the transaction involves the creation of a new joint ven ... Continue reading
Reversing Front Wiper Motor - Safe, Stylish, and Effective
Sep 29, 2004
PARIS, September 29 -- Designed to rotate 180 degrees instead of 360 degrees like a conventional motor, Valeo's electronically controlled reversing motor reduces the travel of the wiper linkage and frees a large amount of space in the plenum area. One motor is installed at each end of the windscreen, replacing the bulk ... Continue reading
BDU... or How to Make a Battery Intelligent
Sep 29, 2004
PARIS, September 29 -- The BDU (Battery Disconnect Unit), designed by Valeo, is a genuine off switch for the vehicle's electrical system. It protects the battery against unexpected discharge, and disconnects it immediately in the event of a short circuit or accident. Statistics from breakdown and recovery services show ... Continue reading
Sep 29, 2004
TROY, Mich., Sept. 29 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc.'s Light Vehicle Aftermarket (LVA) business has earned top honors in the 10th Annual Aftermarket Global Design Awards competition. Sponsored by the Automotive Communications Council (ACC) and Aftermarket Business magazine, the Aftermarket Global Design Awards recognize innovat ... Continue reading
Core Molding Technologies Acquires Assets of Auto-Aftermarket Company
Sep 29, 2004
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 29 -- Core Molding Technologies, Inc. (AMEX:CMT) today announced that it has acquired substantially all the operating assets of Toledo, Ohio-based Keystone Restyling Products, Inc., a privately held manufacturer and distributor of fiberglass reinforced products for the automotive-aftermarket indus ... Continue reading
AIAG Tire RFID Automotive Standard Now Meets Retail Mandates
Sep 29, 2004
DETROIT, Sept. 28 -- The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and EPCglobal Inc. announced today that the revision to the AIAG B-11: "Tire and Wheel Label and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Standard" now complies with automotive and retail requirements by providing one global RFID tag per tire for tracking an ... Continue reading
Sep 29, 2004
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.--Sept. 28, 2004--Next Inc. (OTCBB:NXTI) an emerging leader in the sportswear and promotional products industry today announced a licensing agreement with DaimlerChrysler Corp. The license will allow Next to develop, sell and ship licensed Chrysler(R) brand products to a selective customer base. Bill ... Continue reading
Next Generation SIRIUS Satellite Radios Landing on Wal-Mart Shelves Nationwide
Sep 29, 2004
Affordable, Fashionable Sanyo Plug-&-Play Package Includes Both Car and Home Kits at Nation's Largest Retailer NEW YORK, Sept. 28 -- SIRIUS , the premium satellite radio provider known for delivering the very best in commercial-free music and sports programming to cars and homes across the country, today announced that ... Continue reading
Xcelplus Brings the Original Slick 50 Formula Back to Market - Investors Wanted
Sep 28, 2004
SALUDA, Va.--Sept. 28, 2004--Xcelplus International (Pink Sheets:XLPI) (http://xcelplus.com) clarifies its stance in the specialty chemicals and lubricant marketplace, offering the original formula to the best-selling auto engine treatment in the US, when marketed under the Slick 50 label. "We are the original Slick 50 ... Continue reading
Delphi Expands Mobile Video Line for Consumer Market
Sep 28, 2004
Video Unit with New 10.2-inch Screen Option Now Available TROY, Mich., Sept. 28 -- Delphi Corp. today announced the expansion of its Delphi Mobile Video product line by introducing the DVDM-1020, an overhead, rear-seat entertainment system, featuring a new 10.2-inch widescreen with an integrated DVD player. (Logo: http ... Continue reading
Cobra Electronics Guides the Way with the Launch of the NAVONE 3000
Sep 28, 2004
CHICAGO--Sept. 28, 2004-- Company's award-winning Plug-and-Go system is ready for use without downloads or PC support Cobra Electronics today announced the availability of its highly anticipated mobile navigation system, the NAVONE(TM) 3000, first introduced at the 2004 Consumer Electronics Show. The product, which rec ... Continue reading
Alpine Ships In-Vehicle Connectivity Solution for iPod
Sep 28, 2004
TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 28 -- Alpine Electronics of America, Inc., the industry-leading manufacturer of high performance mobile electronics, has shipped its highly anticipated interface adapter that enables consumers to control and enjoy their iPod or iPod mini music library from their in-vehicle sound system. The Alpi ... Continue reading
Consumer Alert:Consumers Warned About Fraudulent Glass Repair Companies
Sep 28, 2004
WASHINGTON, Sept. 28 -- If your car windshield has any small glass chips or cracks, be careful about where you take it to be fixed. GEICO is alerting its policyholders and consumers about fraudulent glass repair shops -- frequently set up in malls, county fairs, local car wash operations -- that are taking advantage of ... Continue reading
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