PIAA's New Graphite Wipers Join Silicone Wiper Blade Technology
Sep 22, 2004
BEAVERTON, Ore., Sept. 21 -- PIAA Corporation, a world leader in performance aftermarket products, continues to redefine and advance wiper blade technology with the introduction of its new Super Graphite Wipers, announced PIAA Wiper Division Manager Ian Mackenzie. PIAA's Super Graphite Wipers feature a proprietary grap ... Continue reading
SmarTire Applauds Final NHTSA Rules Requiring Tire Monitoring Systems
Sep 20, 2004
All light vehicles to be equipped with new tire safety technology by September 2007 RICHMOND, BC, Sept. 20 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (OTCBB: SMTR) reported today that it applauds the rule amendment by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that requires all new passenger cars and light vehicles being ... Continue reading
Sep 20, 2004
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Sept. 20 -- Michelin ranks highest in three out of four original equipment (OE) tire segments, while Goodyear ranks highest in the fourth remaining segment, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2004 Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Study(SM) released today. (Logo: http://www ... Continue reading
Goodyear Ranks Highest in J.D. Power Study of Original Equipment Tires for Pickups and Vans
Sep 20, 2004
AKRON, Ohio, Sept. 20 -- Goodyear's original equipment tires for pickups and fullsize vans have received the highest customer satisfaction ranking among buyers in the United States, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2004 Original Equipment Tire Satisfaction Study(SM), released today. "Goodyear has a tradition ... Continue reading
Michelin Wins Three More J.D. Power Awards
Sep 20, 2004
DETROIT, Sept. 20 -- Michelin once again dominated the J.D. Power and Associates Customer Satisfaction Study for original equipment (OE) tires, claiming three awards in results announced today. Michelin ranked first in OE tires for the luxury sport, sport utility (SUV) and the mass market/non luxury tire segments in th ... Continue reading
Sep 17, 2004
NEW YORK & NOVI, Mich.--Sept. 17, 2004--The Cypress Group and Goldman Sachs Capital Partners have signed a definitive agreement with Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. whereby Cypress and Goldman Sachs will acquire Cooper-Standard Automotive in a transaction valued at $1.165 billion. The transaction is expected to close by year- ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Announces Agreement to Sell Automotive Unit
Sep 17, 2004
FINDLAY, Ohio, Sept. 17 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell its automotive business, Cooper-Standard Automotive, to an entity formed by The Cypress Group and Goldman Sachs Capital Partners for approximately $1.165 billion in cash, subject to certain post-clo ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Emissions/Thermal Systems Appoints Aftermarket Business Manager
Sep 17, 2004
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 16 -- BorgWarner Emissions/Thermal Systems announced the appointment of Joe Meyer to the position of Aftermarket Business Manager. Joe will be responsible for leading the sales initiatives in North America for the independent aftermarket business. "Joe brings 15 years experience in vehicle co ... Continue reading
Robby Unser Powers Up New Spark Plug
Sep 17, 2004
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Sept. 16 -- World-famous race car driver, Robby Unser, has signed an agreement with Albuquerque-based ENERPULSE, Inc. to endorse its DirectHits(R) product. Indy 500 racer and winner of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb an unprecedented 9 times, Unser will represent DirectHits in the media, raci ... Continue reading
RF Monolithics, Inc. Endorses NHTSA's Tire Pressure Monitoring Proposal
Sep 17, 2004
DALLAS--Sept. 16, 2004--RF Monolithics, Inc. (RFM) endorses the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposed new safety standard regarding regulations under the Transportation Recall Enhancement, Accountability, and Documentation Act (commonly known as the TREAD Ac ... Continue reading
Hella Reports Modest Sales Gains for the Year
Sep 17, 2004
PLYMOUTH, Mich.--Sept. 16, 2004--Spurred by above-average sales growth in Europe and the Asia/Pacific region and increasing orders for original equipment by North American automakers, global automotive supplier Hella has recorded a nearly two percent increase in sales for the year ending May 31. Worldwide annual sales ... Continue reading
Increased Seat Belt Use is Due to Enforcement and Paid Ads
Sep 17, 2004
States With Primary Enforcement Laws Increase, Secondary Law States Decline ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 16 -- The Automotive Coalition for Traffic Safety (ACTS) heralded today's announcement of a record high 80 percent national seat belt usage rate. ACTS president Phil Haseltine said the increase, which will save approximate ... Continue reading
Hella Xenon Lighting Technology on Display at Demo2004
Sep 16, 2004
PEACHTREE CITY, Ga.--Sept. 16, 2004--With its powerful xenon work lamps turning night into day, Hella is setting new standards for light performance, service life and design for heavy-duty forestry vehicles. That advanced xenon technology will be showcased from Sept. 16 to 18 during Demo2004, North America's largest ac ... Continue reading
Webasto Exclusive Global Distributor of HotShot in Western Hemisphere and Europe
Sep 16, 2004
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.--Sept. 16, 2004--Webasto has now added Hotshot(R), the revolutionary hot washer fluid and windshield de-icing system designed and manufactured by Microheat, Inc., to its aftermarket product portfolio. HotShot will be officially introduced on September 14 at the Automechanika Show in Frankfurt an ... Continue reading
Sep 15, 2004
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Sept. 15, 2004--The number of light trucks in the North American vehicle parc is expanding, providing aftermarket manufacturers with a larger base of vehicles to accessorize. New Strategic Analysis Service deliverable from Frost & Sullivan (http://www.transportation.frost.com), Strategic Analysis of ... Continue reading
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