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Saint-Gobain Seals Group Charges on with Emerging Sealing and Polymer Technology for Electric Cars
Saint-Gobain Seals Group continues investing in the development of electric vehicle technology with its OmniLip™ and OmniShield® sealing solutions and Meldin® HT polymer solution. The electric car, which is propelled by one electric motor or more using electrical energy stored in... - December 25, 2013 - Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, Seals Group
Mexico Tyre Market Set to Cross US$ 8 Billion Sales by 2018: TechSci Research Reports
Availability of highly productive skilled labor force at low cost, free trade agreements with many countries and proximity to the US automotive market set to raise the tyre market of Mexico. - December 25, 2013 - TechSci Research
E&B Racing Team is Looking Forward to the 2014 Season
E&B Racing team is looking forward to the 2014 season. E&B is a Nostalgia Drag Racing team that competes in the NHRA Heritage and ANRA series. With 2013 wrapped up and in the books, "E&B is happy with finishing in the top half of the ANRA series with a few round wins and missing a... - December 24, 2013 - E and B Racing
ThriftyMPG Announces Web App to Find Fuel Savings Instantly
New fuel savings tool allows users to effortlessly evaluate and compare fuel economy savings. - December 21, 2013 - Thrifty MPG
New Shuttle Bus Options Available Across New York Through Creative Bus Sales
Leading US-based alternative fuels conversion experts, Creative Bus Sales has just announced several new vehicle additions to their company catalogue of CNG-converted buses. The new shuttle bus options available through Creative Bus Sales are designed to ensure that New York fleet owners have... - December 20, 2013 - Creative Bus Sales
Latest 2014 Mini Bus Models Now Available Across New York Through Creative Bus Sales
Leading specialists for alternative fuel-powered vehicles, Creative Bus Sales have recently enhanced their company catalogue to include several of the leading mini bus models for 2014. Now including new vehicles from manufacturers such as the Starcraft, the Creative Bus Sales catalogue of mini bus... - December 20, 2013 - Creative Bus Sales
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc. Offers a Turn-Key Natural Gas Fueled Hot Rod
All steel 1932 Ford Roadster replica equipped with modern natural gas alternative fuel technology. - December 13, 2013 - Crazy Diamond Performance Inc.
NAFA Opens Submissions for 2014 Fleet Excellence Awards
NAFA is now accepting submissions for the 2014 Fleet Excellence Awards at www.flexyawards.com. - December 11, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Innovation Direct™ to Spearhead Marketing Efforts of Fifty One Invention to Industry
An innovative new product designed to effectively address a common problem related to the transport of heavy items, the Fifty One, has been developed by Coryell Ross of Detroit, Michigan. The invention’s unique design provides its users with a convenient method of loading motorcycles and... - December 08, 2013 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Bridgestone, Michelin and Goodyear Accounted for Over 70% Tyre Sales in Thailand Says TechSci Research
Infrastructure improvement, ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) membership and anticipated growth of automobile sales are the leading growth drivers of Thailand’s tyre market in the next five years. - December 08, 2013 - TechSci Research
Saint-Gobain's Rulon® E2 Material, a New Generation EGR Sealing Solution for Emission Control Standards Euro 6 & 7
Saint-Gobain Seals Group develops a new generation, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) sealing solution, Rulon® E2, for the latest and future European engine emission control standards (Euro 6 & 7), which required a significant investment in sophisticated test equipment to validate the... - December 07, 2013 - Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, Seals Group
Innovation Direct™ Leads the Way in Promotional Blitz for Rotor Caps Invention
An innovative new product designed to address a common problem related to a vehicle’s exterior appearance and presentation, the Rotor Caps, has been developed by Gregory Williams of Stafford, Virginia. The invention’s unique design provides its users with an effective method of covering... - December 05, 2013 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Creative Bus Sales Expands Selection of New Vehicles
Leading specialists for high efficiency vehicles, Creative Bus Sales have just announced they’re now offering their clients across New York access to a new selection of CNG and Propane powered vehicles. The vehicles within company’s latest selection include the 2013 Starcraft Allstar... - December 05, 2013 - Creative Bus Sales
Creative Bus Sales Offering One of Industry’s Widest Selections of Used Vehicles
The industry leaders for CNG and propane vehicles, Creative Bus Sales have recently announced several new additions to the company’s comprehensive selection of used mini buses. The company’s updated selection now includes vehicles such as the 2010 Goshen GC II, which has been converted... - December 05, 2013 - Creative Bus Sales
Free Webinar on “Opportunities and Challenges in Automotive Composites Market” by Lucintel
Lightweight materials are gaining significant importance in automotive industry to drive fuel efficiency and to minimize carbon footprint. Aspecific challenge for the automotive industry is to meet CAFÉ standards– which mandate an average fuel economy of 54.5 miles per gallon by 2025. - December 04, 2013 - Lucintel
Stratosphere Quality, Receives Honda’s 2013 MRO Supplier of the Year Award
For the second time in three years, Stratosphere Quality has been chosen as one of ten suppliers to receive the prestigious Honda 2013 MRO Supplier of the Year Award. The coveted distinction is awarded to the top companies in various business categories that exemplify excellence in safety, quality, cost, delivery and management. - December 03, 2013 - Stratosphere Quality
Anne Frank Exhibition in Australia Sets a Regional Record
The Anne Frank Exhibition in Ballarat has reached 33,503 visitors, setting a record for the highest attended regional showing of the travelling exhibition in Australasia. Two Men And A Truck is a major sponsor of the worldwide exhibition’s tour of Australia, which launched in... - November 30, 2013 - Two Men and a Truck (Australia) Pty.Ltd
Electric Vehicle in China: Comprehensive Market Assessment by Solidiance
A recently published white paper by Solidiance about "Electric Vehicles in China" comprehensively explores the current condition of this industry and explains the possible reasons behind its growth which seems to be unexpectedly slower than the initial projection. - November 28, 2013 - YCP Solidiance
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc. Contracts with Heroes Hired Manufacturing
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc. (CDP) contracts with Heroes Hired Manufacturing (HHM) for manufacturing and assembly of its Global Engine Management (GEM) control system. - November 25, 2013 - Crazy Diamond Performance Inc.
The Gates Corporation and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Name Ronnie Bush, Sr. Instructor of the Year
Bush is honored for educating students using Gates Tools for Schools and Gates Performance Center, and for his ASE certification. - November 23, 2013 - Gates Corporation
Boomja Network Drives Local Organic Search Results for Auto Advertisers in New York
The Boomja Network has expanded its operations to cover auto-related businesses throughout the New York area. Regional auto dealers, automotive service providers and auto parts sellers can now benefit from the Boomja Network's local organic search expertise to gain more hits from a wider range of local markets. - November 22, 2013 - The Boomja Network
NAFA Welcomes EPA Proposal Regarding RFS and E-15 Fuel
NAFA Fleet Management Association has been following the E-15 issue closely as it affects vehicles and fleet managers in many ways. - November 17, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
ReveMoto.com Provides Painted Auto Body Parts to Match Your Car
Painted auto body parts give price conscious consumers an option to save money by installing the car parts themselves. - November 16, 2013 - ReveMoto.com
Mobile Awareness Announces MobileTRAQ Vue Integrated with TireStat TPMS
Mobile Awareness, LLC, a provider of leading-edge transportation safety products, today announced the release of MobileTRAQ Vue, integrated with TireStat TPMS sensors, creating the most advanced tire pressure management system ever available for commercial trucks. - November 15, 2013 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
TFI Envision Creates “How the World is Wired” Campaign for SMPs’ Intermotor® Brand
TFI Envision, Inc. was selected by Standard Motor Products, Inc. to develop print and digital advertising for Intermotor® Import Wire Sets. Import car owners and their technicians have very high standards for their vehicles especially when it comes to repairs. Intermotor has a line of products... - November 15, 2013 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Jolly John Online Auto Mall is Back to Help You Save Money
Gordon stated that her team is working with a select group of dealers and have pre-negotiated deals to help save consumer’s time and money. - November 14, 2013 - Jolly John Online Auto Mall
Trends Expert: The Electric Car is Inspiring a New Trend
Daniel Levine says innovators are finding more ways to make power accessible for the masses - November 14, 2013 - Daniel Levine
Dependable Auto Shippers Educates Customers with New Blog Post Initiative
Seasoned auto shipping company works hard to keep consumers in the know. - November 07, 2013 - Dependable Auto Shippers
Robert Bassett of Gates Automotive Aftermarket Receives Prestigious Award at AAPEX
Bassett is honored for his commitment to automotive aftermarket training, education, and excellence. - November 07, 2013 - Gates Corporation
Digital Air Strike Announces Industry First: Customer Verified Review Integration with Cars.com
Digital Air Strike, the nation’s leading automotive social media, online reputation and lead-response company, today announced a new partnership with Cars.com, the premier online resource for buying and selling new and used cars. Digital Air Strike has built the industry’s first direct... - November 06, 2013 - Digital Air Strike
Advancement in Direct Natural Gas Vehicle Technology
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc. (CDP) develops a patent pending method of fuel injection for Direct Injection (DI) applications. CDP has developed an innovative method to convert many DI engines to a gaseous fuel. With automakers fitting their product line with more efficient engines using DI, there were barriers in operating a gaseous fuels in a DI engine. - November 05, 2013 - Crazy Diamond Performance Inc.
Papros Inc: Brief Webinar on Demand Released on Using Lab Reports for Global Product Compliance Demonstration
This webinar on demand sheds light on the latest developments in lab report standards for global product compliance and how to efficiently use those developments for compliance demonstration. - November 05, 2013 - Papros Inc.
J. White's Automotive Applies for Mission on Main Street Grant
Framingham business J. White's Automotive LLC, a family owned automotive repair, service and restoration shop seeks support for Mission Main Street Grant application. The business submitted its questionnaire outlining a business plan that will result in growth of the business and must receive at least 250 votes to be eligible for a grant. - November 04, 2013 - J. White's Automotive LLC
HHP Expands Coverage of Caterpillar’s 3114/3116/3126/C7 Model Engines
Highway and Heavy Parts is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new diesel engine products to their existing line of Caterpillar parts. The addition of these products to HHP’s extensive catalogue of diesel engine components has helped them expand their coverage of CAT... - November 02, 2013 - Highway & Heavy Parts
Lightning Nominated Race Engine of the Year
Lightning made history at the 91st Pikes Peak International Hill Climb this June winning against the world's best motorcycles. Lightning won first place overall and over 20 seconds faster than the closest world-class gas-powered motorcycle. With this accomplishment, Lightning was nominated by Race... - October 31, 2013 - Lightning Motorcycle
Tyre Sales in Russia to Grow at 13% CAGR Till 2018 Finds TechSci Research Report
Increasing car ownership, rising investments in automotive industry, coupled with the country’s accession to WTO would drive the Russian tyre market. - October 30, 2013 - TechSci Research
Denver Hyundai Dealer Announces New Car Incentives
McDonald Hyundai, Colorado’s most trusted Hyundai dealership, just announced New Fall Car Incentives, with savings up to $10,000 on M.S.R.P. - October 27, 2013 - McDonald Hyundai
China Automotive Adhesives Market to Grow at 16% CAGR During 2013-18 Says TechSci Research
Increasing environmental concerns in China coupled with lucrative subsidies on purchase of hybrid and electric vehicles positively influencing the growth of composite materials - October 26, 2013 - TechSci Research
NAFA and Kent & O’Connor Welcome Thaddeus Woody to Legislative Team
NAFA Fleet Management Association is increasing its legislative work with the addition of a new Government Relations Coordinator. - October 25, 2013 - NAFA Fleet Management Association
Colorado Volkswagen New Owner Appreciation Event Turned Out to be a Huge Success
McDonald VW recently welcomed new owners to their showroom for a complimentary sit-down dinner and an evening of vehicle safety and education. - October 24, 2013 - McDonald VW
360VINspin Introduces Cloud-Based Management and Marketing Solutions for Auto Dealerships
360VINspin has announced the launch of its cloud-based technology solutions targeted towards increasing the profitability of auto dealerships. - October 23, 2013 - 360VINspin
The Covert Eye Launches New SafeFamilyLife™ Ultimate Vehicle Safety Kit
The Covert Eye, the country’s leading online retailer of home security and self defense products, has launched the SafeFamilyLife™ Ultimate Vehicle Safety Kit that is designed to make the time that families spend in their vehicle safer and more secure. The SafeFamilyLife™ Ultimate Vehicle Safety Kit contains everything that families need to enhance their security and reduce risk, whether they’re taking a quick trip to the grocery store or heading off on a cross-country trek. - October 21, 2013 - The Covert Eye
Easy-Swap Obstacle Detection Sensor System for Tractor-Trailers Now Available
Mobile Awareness, LLC, a provider of leading-edge transportation safety products today announced their enhanced version of SenseStat Wireless Obstacle Detection Sensor System. - October 17, 2013 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
Gary Rome Auto Group Partners with Premier Motoring Concepts
Gary Rome Auto Group has embarked on a lucrative partnership with Premier Motoring Concepts (PMC). The deal allows the auto dealer group to feature PMC products on its accessory store websites while simultaneously providing 120 more product choices for customers. Premier Motoring Concepts is a... - October 11, 2013 - Gary Rome Hyundai
Denver Volkswagen Dealer Gives Away a New Set of Tires with Each New Car Purchase
To kick off Volkswagen’s SignThenDrive Event, McDonald Volkswagen serving Denver is giving a set of snow tires for each new car purchase. - October 10, 2013 - McDonald VW
McDonald Independent Subaru Jeep Announces New Company Name
McDonald Independent, a family-owned and operated automotive service center and used car dealer in Colorado, is excited to announce their expansion into the Jeep Brand. - October 09, 2013 - McDonald Independent Subaru Jeep
HEVO Power's High Tech Manhole Cover Charges Electric Vehicle Adoption
HEVO Power's wireless electric vehicle charging technology selected as SAFE Emerging Innovation Semi-Finalist. - October 08, 2013 - Integrated Solar Technology
Gary Rome Hyundai Reacts to Government Shut Down
Gary Rome Hyundai of Holyoke Massachusetts reacts to the Government shutdown by reiterating the Hyundai USA national policy of assurance. - October 06, 2013 - Gary Rome Hyundai
3D Printing Fixture Company, RapidFit, Inc. Begins Manufacturing in Michigan
RapidFit, Inc. (part of the Materialise Group), a provider of additive manufactured (3D printed) fixture solutions for the automotive industry, announced today that it has completed the purchase of Advanced Machining Ltd. located in Chesterfield Township, Michigan. This location will now be the... - October 02, 2013 - Materialise
HydroDynamicsHHO.com a Leader in Hydrogen Technology Shares How to Reduce Carbon Pollution and Save Fuel
HydroDynamicsHHO.com has recently introduced a solution to assist the public reduce Carbon Pollution and save fuel. The new Hydro Dynamo Hydrogen Booster uses the latest designs and technology available. - October 02, 2013 - HydroDynamicsHHO.com