Polk WorldView provides unique, first of its kind intelligence for global aftermarket planning
Oct 10, 2013
To address the needs of the expanding dynamic global automotive aftermarket, Polk, the global automotive market intelligence firm recently acquired by IHS , today announced it has launched the world's largest and most complete resource for vehicles in operation and original equipment parts intelligence. Polk's WorldVie ... Continue reading
MAM Software announces plans for a new eBay module for its Autopart management software
Oct 10, 2013
MAM Software Group, Inc. (NASDAQ CM: MAMS), a leading developer of business management software solutions, today announced that it is developing a new eBay module for its Autopart management software. MAM Autopart is a versatile business management solution for automotive parts distributors and retailers. Available as ... Continue reading
Alvernia University, Penske Partnership Brings MBA Program to Penske Headquarters
Oct 10, 2013
Starting in October, Penske associates will have a very convenient way to earn a graduate degree. The same faculty who teach in Alvernia's MBA program on main campus will offer classes on location, at the Penske global headquarters in Reading. ... Continue reading
Remaining Former Assets Of Bankrupt Auto Parts Giant Fenco Up For Bid
Oct 10, 2013
Following the successful large-lot sale of the majority of the former assets of one of North America's biggest auto parts suppliers â Fenco (Fenwick Automotive Products Ltd., Introcan and related entities) â Tiger Group's Remarketing Services Division is liquidating the bankrupt companies' remaining warehouse ... Continue reading
Vehicle Downsizing Helps Sustain North American Cargo Management Aftermarket
Oct 9, 2013
Consumer desire to save on gas costs as well as original equipment manufacturer (OEM) need to comply with strict fuel economy standards is leading to the downsizing of vehicles. As a consequence, this has heightened the demand for cargo management accessories to enhance the carrying capacity of smaller automobiles. The ... Continue reading
Alicia Boler-Davis Remarks to Motor Press Guild
Oct 9, 2013
General Motors Senior Vice President of Global Quality and Customer Experience spoke Tuesday to the Motor Press Guild in Los Angeles. Here are her prepared remarks. As always, the speakerâs words are definitive. * * * Thank you for that kind introduction. And thank you all for coming here today. ... Continue reading
Navistar Receives More Than 2,100 Orders for Medium-Duty Trucks with Cummins ISB
Oct 8, 2013
Navistar, Inc. today announced it secured nearly 5,900 Class 6-8 truck orders in September, making it the company's highest order receipt month since December 2011. The company's orders for the month include more than 2,100 medium-duty trucks with the Cummins ISB 6.7 liter engine. ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Releases Sketches of Mopar-modified Vehicles Headed for SEMA
Oct 8, 2013
20 Mopar-modified Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Fiat and SRT vehicles headed for premier aftermarket show in Las Vegas 15,300 square-foot exhibit to highlight custom vehicles, Mopar performance parts and accessories, and Jeep Performance Parts developed by newly created Mopar Off-Road Division It's SEMA season. Today Chr ... Continue reading
XL Hybrids Unveils XL3 Hybrid Electric Powertrain, Increasing Fleet Total Cost of Ownership Savings
Oct 5, 2013
XL Hybrids, Inc., developer of a low-cost hybrid electric powertrain designed specifically for class 1 to 4 commercial fleet use, today unveiled its XL3 product release for model year 2014 vehicles using a patent-pending inline traction motor system design, the newest upgrade for its successful hybrid conversion system ... Continue reading
Oct 4, 2013
MAM Software, Inc. , a leading provider of business management solutions, will demonstrate its VAST Business Management Software for automotive service providers at Meineke Car Care Center's International Franchisee Convention on October 7th at Boca Raton Resort and Club in Boca Raton, Florida. Franchisees will learn h ... Continue reading
UltraBurn Technology Adopted by Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Operators
Oct 4, 2013
Emissions Technology, Inc. (ETI) of Houston, Texas is pleased to announce that two of its customers, have reported significant improvements in fuel savings and emissions reduction as a result of their adoption of the UltraBurn® Combustion Catalyst System on the generators and propulsion engines of their ferry vessels. ... Continue reading
GKN Driveline and the SMMT's 2013 Innovation Award - Shortlist of Contenders
Oct 3, 2013
The shortlist of contenders for the 2013 SMMT Award Automotive Innovation supported by GKN Driveline, is published today. Partnered by the global engineer for the third year running, the Award is a celebration of the UK's leading edge capabilities in automotive design and engineering by identifying exceptional innovati ... Continue reading
CarCharging Partners with Parking Concepts to Offer Electric Vehicle Charging Services
Oct 2, 2013
Electric Car Charging Service Provider Further Expands Workplace Charging in Northern California Car Charging Group, Inc. (OTCQB: CCGI) ("CarCharging"), a nationwide provider of convenient electric vehicle (EV) charging services, announced a new partnership with Parking Concepts, Inc. ("Parking Concepts"), a parking ga ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire Stockholders Approve Merger with Apollo Tyres
Sep 30, 2013
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company today announced that its stockholders voted to approve its pending merger with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Apollo Tyres Ltd (NSE: ApolloTYRE) with more than 74 percent of Cooperâs outstanding common shares voted in favor of the transaction. When finalized, the pending merger will resu ... Continue reading
AM General Subsidiary Mobility Ventures LLC Names John Walsh as Vice President, Sales and Marketing
Sep 30, 2013
AM General's wholly owned subsidiary, Mobility Ventures LLC, today announced that commercial vehicle executive, John Walsh, has joined the company as Vice President, Sales and Marketing. Walsh brings more than twenty years of experience in the specialty vehicle industry to Mobility Ventures and further strengthens the ... Continue reading
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