U.S. Parts Makers Prefer Honda, Toyota
Aug 2, 2004
CHICAGO August 1, 2004; Susan Kelly writing for Reuters reported that U.S. auto parts makers are shifting their loyalties to Japanese automakers and away from the domestic Big Three as relationships with Detroit steadily deteriorate, according to a new study. The shift could have dire implications for the domestics and ... Continue reading
KVH Awarded Design Patent for TracVision A5 Low-profile Satellite TV Antenna
Jul 30, 2004
MIDDLETOWN, R.I.--July 30, 2004-- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Recognizes Automotive Satellite TV Antenna's Innovative Design KVH Industries, Inc., announced today that it has been awarded U.S. Design Patent #D493,164, "Mobile Antenna," for the design of its low-profile TracVision A5 satellite TV antenna for automo ... Continue reading
R&B, Inc. Reports Sales and Earnings for the Second Quarter Ended June 26, 2004
Jul 30, 2004
COLMAR, Pa., July 30 -- R&B, Inc., today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 26, 2004. For the second quarter ended June 26, 2004, sales increased 11% to $64.3 million from $58.1 million in the same period last year. Net income in the second quarter of 2004 was $5.3 million compared to net inc ... Continue reading
GM Accessories Expands Wheel And TPC Tire Systems Product Lineup
Jul 30, 2004
DETROIT - Stylish and safe. The optimum blend of performance, looks and engineering. And now, more choices than ever. GM Accessories announces a broadened portfolio of plus-size 20-inch wheel and Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) tire systems, with five new designs developed specifically for GM's popular full-size utilit ... Continue reading
Midas, Inc. Welcomes New Owners of Midas Europe Operations
Jul 30, 2004
ITASCA, Ill.--July 29, 2004--Midas, Inc. confirms the pending sale of its licensed operations in Europe and Latin America by current owner Magneti Marelli., a member of the Fiat Group, to France's Norauto Group. A similar announcement was made today by Norauto and Magneti Marelli. "We are extremely confident in the abi ... Continue reading
Jul 30, 2004
DEARBORN, Mich., July 29 -- Visteon Corporation , one of the world's leading suppliers of automotive components and integrated systems, will participate in the 7th Annual JPMorgan Harbour Automotive Conference in Dearborn on Wednesday, August 4, 2004, from 9:20 a.m. (EDT) to 10:00 a.m. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi ... Continue reading
Fel-Pro PermaTorqueMLS Gaskets Dominate Action in NASCAR Siemens 300
Jul 30, 2004
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--July 29, 2004--Fel-Pro(R) PermaTorqueMLS(TM) head gaskets - the next-generation sealing solution for many late-model performance and standard automotive engines - captured both the pole position and checkered flag in Sunday's NASCAR Siemens 300 at New Hampshire International Speedway. Fel-Pro gaskets ... Continue reading
FinishMaster Announces Second Quarter Financial Results, an Acquisition, and Change of Auditors
Jul 30, 2004
INDIANAPOLIS--July 29, 2004--FinishMaster, Inc. (Pink Sheets:FMST) today reported that net income for the second quarter of 2004 was $3,163,000, or $0.41 per share, compared with net income of $2,971,000, or $0.38 per share, in the prior year period. For the six months ended June 30, 2004, net income was $6,445,000, or ... Continue reading
Jul 29, 2004
DETROIT July 29, 2004; Whether it's a quick commute to soccer practice or a cross-country vacation, GM's new 2005 crossover sport vans (CSVs), including Buick Terraza, Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana SV6 and Saturn Relay, are outfitted with segment-leading, thoughtful entertainment and convenience features to make ... Continue reading
Amerityre Issues Update on Polyurethane Tire Technology
Jul 29, 2004
BOULDER CITY, Nev., July 28 -- Amerityre Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: AMTY) announced today that it has submitted two patent applications relating to the method and process for manufacturing tires out of a polyurethane elastomer compound with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. According to Richard Steinke, Amerityre's ... Continue reading
WomanMotorist.com Automotive Maintenance Chat, 07/29/2004
Jul 29, 2004
WomanMotorist.com Automotive Maintenance Chat, 07/29/2004 --------------------------------------- Automotive Maintenance Q & A Thursday, July 29, 2004 - 9:00 PM Eastern/6:00 PM Pacific Time ASE Certified Technician, Larry Weber of American Auto Shield, will chat live with WomanMotorist.com readers for about an hour. Mr ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Second Quarter EPS Up 17%
Jul 29, 2004
CHICAGO, July 29 -- BorgWarner Inc. announced strong second quarter 2004 results. Demand for the company's technology for fuel-efficient engines in Europe and better than expected sales in North America continued to drive growth. Second Quarter Highlights: -- Earnings per share grew by 17% to a new record high of $0.97 ... Continue reading
American Tire Distributors to Offer Continental Tires
Jul 29, 2004
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--July 29, 2004--Continental Tire North America, Inc. ("CTNA") and American Tire Distributors, Inc. ("ATD") announced today that ATD will begin selling Continental and General tires through their national network of distribution centers beginning in August 2004. Continental is one of the world's leading ... Continue reading
Jul 29, 2004
CHICAGO--July 29, 2004--CCC Information Services Inc. announced today it has expanded its relationship with Michigan-based MOTOR Information Systems Inc., a leading supplier of automotive repair and service information. Through the agreement, CCC will begin selling the entire line of MOTOR Crash Estimating Guides and R ... Continue reading
AirGATE Moves its RFID Child Safety Seat 'Smart Buckle' Into Fast Lane
Jul 29, 2004
RFID Developer Contracts Outside Engineering Firm to Speed Development of a Working Prototype of its RFID-Enabled Seat Buckle for August Demo DALLAS, July 29 -- The AirGATE Technologies subsidiary of the X-Change Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: XCHC) has accelerated the development of its 'Smart Buckle' child safety seat ... Continue reading
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