Gryphon Investors Announces Acquisition of MSD Ignition
Apr 9, 2004
SAN FRANCISCO--April 8, 2004--Gryphon Investors, a San Francisco-based private equity firm, announced that the firm has completed the purchase of privately-held Autotronic Controls Corporation, better known as MSD Ignition, a branded, consumer products company that manufactures and sells high-performance automotive ign ... Continue reading
Ground Control: Deploy High-Speed Internet Networks... In 3 To 7 Minutes
Apr 9, 2004
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ground Control: Deploy High-Speed Internet Networks... In 3 To 7 Minutes... Anywhere SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., April 9, 2004 -- Impossible? Not anymore. Today it is possible to drive to any location in America, press a button and within minutes, connect several laptops at high-speed to the Internet ... Continue reading
Microsoft Joins Automotive Industry Action Group
Apr 9, 2004
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 8 -- Microsoft Corporation has joined the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG), the global auto industry's largest trade organization. Microsoft joins automotive manufacturers and product part suppliers, as well as other technology solution providers that cooperatively pursue initiatives thr ... Continue reading
Exide Technologies Partners with Multiple NASCAR Teams in Sport's Top Three Divisions for 2004
Apr 8, 2004
LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J., April 8 -- Exide Technologies, the "Official Battery of NASCAR," is proud to announce multiple NASCAR team partnerships for 2004, which will extend the Company's involvement in America's fastest growing spectator sport. Exide Technologies (BULLETIN BOARD: EXDTQ) ( www.exide.com ), a global leader i ... Continue reading
Xcelplus International Announces Significant Fuel Consumption Reduction Possible Now
Apr 8, 2004
SALUDA, Va.--April 8, 2004--Xcelplus International Inc (Pink Sheets: XLPI) is announcing that the company has recently begun trading on the Pink Sheets under the symbol XLPI. The primary objective of Xcelplus is to provide a product to reduce fuel consumption, engine wear, and improve gas mileage, which in turn saves t ... Continue reading
Lower Prices and Greater Awareness Can Put Telematics Back on Track to Being the `Next Big Thing'
Apr 7, 2004
PALO ALTO, Calif.--April 7, 2004--The high price of telematics has led to its low adoption and renewal rates, translating into slow market development, contrary to earlier expectations. Decreases in both hardware and service prices are needed for this market to achieve desired growth. New analysis from Frost & Sullivan ... Continue reading
Behr Forms China JV to Produce Truck Radiators & Engine Cooling Modules
Apr 7, 2004
TROY, Mich., April 6 -- Behr GmbH & Co. KG has founded a new joint venture with a Chinese company to produce radiators and engine cooling modules for trucks. Dongfeng Behr Thermal Systems Co., Ltd. (DBTS) will have its headquarters in Wuhan, China, and begin producing and marketing copper/brass and aluminum radiators f ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group and SIRIUS Satellite Radio Announce Factory-Installation Program
Apr 7, 2004
* Over 500,000 Subscribers Expected in First Two Years * One Year of SIRIUS Service to be Included in All Factory Offerings * Factory Availability Across 11 Vehicle Lines NEW YORK and AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 6 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio , known for delivering the very best in commercial-free music and premium sports ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Announces 2003 European Suppliers of the Year
Apr 7, 2004
TROY, Michigan, April 6 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. today announced the winners of the company's annual supplier awards. The awards -- which were presented March 25, 2004, at ArvinMeritor's 2004 European Supplier Conference in Hoofddorp, The Netherlands -- recognise outstanding performance in customer service, product qualit ... Continue reading
Atmel Introduces Very Low-Current Transmitter ICs for Tire-Pressure Monitoring Applications
Apr 6, 2004
New Chips Offer a Very Short Settling Time and Low Active Current Consumption to Extend TPMS Modules' Life Time HEILBRONN, Germany, April 6 -- Atmel(R) Corporation announced today the availability of two new UHF ASK/FSK transmitter ICs optimized for use in battery-powered Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) modules. ... Continue reading
Car Clinic Network and Genesis Communications Network Partner
Apr 6, 2004
Sponsors and Listening Audiences Profit PENSACOLA, Fla., April 6 -- Spring has sprung and what better time for two flagship networks to align, providing compelling radio programming for listeners and powerful marketing vehicles for sponsors/advertisers. Immediately, "Car Clinic Minute," as well as "Bobby Likis Car Clin ... Continue reading
Apr 5, 2004
CHICAGO, April 5 -- BorgWarner Inc. today announced the appointment of Robin J. Adams to the position of Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer, effective April 19th. Adams replaces William C. Cline who has acted as Chief Financial Officer of the company. Cline will resume hi ... Continue reading
Honeywell Announces Patent Agreement with DENSO
Apr 5, 2004
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J.--April 5, 2004-- Honeywell Patent Covers Technology For Etching Silicon Wafers in the Manufacture of Pressure Sensing Integrated Circuits Honeywell announced today it has reached an agreement with DENSO CORPORATION that allows DENSO CORPORATION and DENSO INTERNATIONAL AMERICA, INC. to use a Honeyw ... Continue reading
Delphi All-in-One CD Audio System an Industry First
Apr 5, 2004
Delphi CD/MP3/AM/FM/XM Satellite Radio Hits Store Shelves This Week TROY, Mich., April 5 -- Delphi Corp. announces the new Delphi CD audio system is now available for $199.99 (MSRP) at select consumer electronics retailers. The Delphi unit is the industry's first "all- in-one" audio package that allows listeners to exp ... Continue reading
Decoma Honored as a General Motors 2003 Supplier of the Year
Apr 5, 2004
CONCORD, Ontario, April 5 -- Decoma International Inc. has been honored with a General Motors Supplier of the Year award for superior performance in delivering vehicle exteriors. The award, which considers quality, service, technology and price, was presented during ceremonies held on Saturday, April 3, in Prague. "Dec ... Continue reading
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