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Rezvani BEAST Supercar Enters Production
The Rezvani BEAST Supercar enters production with serial number 001 going to a customer in Texas. - June 02, 2014 - Rezvani Motors
Hardware Upgrade: SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller for Volkswagen EOS by Mods4cars
The aftermarket SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller made by Mods4cars for Volkswagen EOS now comes equipped with a new module enclosure. Among other features, the SmartTOP module allows one-touch operation of the convertible top while driving at slow speeds as well as controlling the top from the original factory key fob remote. - May 25, 2014 - Mods4cars
Creative Bus Sales Offering the Latest Shuttle Bus Vehicles from Elkhart Coach
Trusted specialists for the latest bus models, Creative Bus Sales have recently announced several new additions to the company’s outside suite. - May 21, 2014 - Creative Bus Sales
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller Now Available for Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder
Effective immediately the SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller made by automotive electronics specialist Mods4cars is available for the Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder. The add-on kit allows owners to open or close the top while driving at slow speeds and with one-touch convenience. Operating the convertible top from the original key fob remote is also possible alongside a host of bonus features. - May 14, 2014 - Mods4cars
Planning a Road Trip This Summer? Adding Advanced Film Solutions Tampa Bay Window Tint to Your Car is a Healthy and Economical Move.
Many people do not realize that they put their skin at risk every time they jump in the car. Harmful ultraviolet rays enter a vehicle through the side and rear windows, which can cause skin damage and lead to skin cancer, according to The Skin Cancer Foundation. A recent study by the Harvard Health... - May 04, 2014 - Advanced Film Solutions
Added Features: SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller for Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
The SmartTOP add-on Convertible Top Controller module for Mercedes-Benz SLK R172 allows top operation while driving with just a touch of the button. The top can also be opened or closed from the original factory key remote. Mods4cars just added another useful feature to the product: Motorized side mirrors can now be folded in and out remotely and fully automatically. - May 01, 2014 - Mods4cars
Programa Inc Launches a New Portal for Volvo Owners with Antilock Brake Problems
Volvo Vehicles with One Million Miles on the Road - April 25, 2014 - ProgRama Inc.
After Decades of Being the Same, Cup Holders Are Drastically Changed to Finally Make Sense - Beverages Are No Longer Held from the Bottom in Stationary Cylinder Openings
The Maksimatic Spill-Preventing Cup Holder uses centripetal force to prevent beverages from spilling utilizing a 360 degree swiveling joint which allows the cup holder cylinder openings to tilt up to a 27 degree angle full-circle. No other cup holder in the world achieves this let alone is designed to do anything like this. The Maksimatic is as reliable as the laws of physics themselves and changes a design used for decades. This seems to be the next logical step in cup holders. - April 17, 2014 - maksimatic
Auto Dealers Generate Text Message Leads with Coded Hang-Tags from TextUps.com
Car Dealers nationwide are discovering an untapped lead source right on their lot; shopper’s smart phones. - April 14, 2014 - TextUps.com
SmartTOP Convertible Top Products for Mercedes-Benz E-Class and CLK Receive Design Refresh
The SmartTOP Convertible Top Controllers made by Mods4cars allow owners to open or close the top while driving at slow speeds with just a quick tap as well as fully automatically from the original key fob remote. Effective immediately all modules for Mercedes-Benz E-Class and CLK Convertibles come equipped with the new product enclosure. Apart from being a better and more attractive design, this new enclosure also helps to make installation even easier. - March 28, 2014 - Mods4cars
Mobile Awareness Introduces YardTRAQ, Facility-Based Truck TPMS
Mobile Awareness, LLC, releases YardTRAQ™, a truck TPMS yard monitoring system that also works with MobileTRAQ™ Vue. - March 26, 2014 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
SmartTOP Convertible Top Control Module for Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder Available Soon
The SmartTOP aftermarket Convertible Top Control Module for Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder will be available soon. The add-on kit allows using the top with one-touch convenience while driving at slow speeds as well as controlling the top and windows from the original key fob remote. It is possible to reverse the direction in which the console top switch needs to be pushed or pulled. - March 13, 2014 - Mods4cars
Mobile Awareness Announces First MobileTRAQ Hardware Upgrade: Obstacle Detection Backing System
Mobile Awareness, LLC, announces first MobileTRAQ™ Vue feature upgrade by integrating the SenseStat® Obstacle Detection Backing Sensor System. - March 12, 2014 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
Pluss Corporation Announces Integration with International Telematics ibright® Vehicle and Trailer Telematic System
Pluss Corporation (http://www.pluss.net/) a leading provider of Resource Management Software for truck and heavy-equipment dealers, distributors, fleet maintenance and repair facilities announces today that it has completed a seamless integration with International Telematics ibright® vehicle... - March 11, 2014 - Pluss Corporation
Comfort Electronics, Ltd Introduces Equal International Pricing for Mercedes Benz Remote Start Module
Aftermarket manufacturers are taking advantage of strong Mercedes sales. - March 09, 2014 - Comfort Electronics, Ltd.
California Festival of Speed: Largest Porsche Event in the Southwest
The 13th running of the California Festival of Speed is fast approaching! This Porsche Club of America event is the largest Porsche event in the Southwest. At its core, the Festival is a PCA Club Race, however, this weekend features something for everyone. Autocross, Concours, Time Trial, Pirelli Cup Racing, Parade Laps, Porsche Corral and super car displays and a hospitality area featuring a vendor row, food court, goodie store and more. - March 07, 2014 - Zone 8 of the Porsche Club of America
Raleigh Walker Auto Parts Wins Store of the Year
Walker Auto Parts’ Six Forks location has won Store of the Year for its sales growth in 2013. This is the highest honor that NAPA Auto Parts bestows upon its stores. Since changing over to NAPA in 2009, Walker Auto Parts has grown from 13 stores to 27 locations doing a volume of $28 million... - March 05, 2014 - Walker Auto Parts
Memorial Wheel Dot Com Taking Pre-Orders for 2015
Deadline August 31st, 2014. - February 27, 2014 - Memorial Wheel Dot Com
Jay Leno Interviews Award Winning Author Peter Brock on His New Book: "Corvette Sting Ray: Genesis of an American Icon"
Automotive designer Peter Brock has designed some of the most iconic and important sports cars in American history, including his work on the Corvette Sting Ray at GM Styling in 1957-58 and the World Championship Cobra Daytona Coupe in 1964 at Shelby American. Jay Leno talks to Brock about Brock's new book where he shares the inside story of the inspiration, design, politics and secrecy surrounding the creation of the '63 Corvette Sting Ray. - February 22, 2014 - Brock Racing Enterprises
SmartTOP Add-on Convertible Top Controller for Mazda MX-5 Now with New Enclosure
Effective immediately, all retrofit SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller modules for the Mazda MX-5 are being shipped with a new product enclosure. The sleek new shape was custom designed for Mods4cars and gives the module not only a more streamlined appearance but adds convenience when installing the product. The SmartTOP module allows drivers to open and close the convertible top while driving and with one-touch operation. - February 22, 2014 - Mods4cars
Car Care Council Women’s Board Welcomes New Members from TFI Envision, Inc.
Elizabeth P. Ball, President/Creative Director and Mary Ellen Butkus, Vice President of TFI Envision, Inc. have joined the Car Care Council Women’s Board. Comprised of professional women and men dedicated to providing career leadership to women in the automotive aftermarket, they will... - February 19, 2014 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Car Insurance Samurai Reveals Why Most Americans Are Paying Too Much for Auto Insurance
What average people don’t know about car insurance can hurt them and cost them a great deal of money. That’s the reason why the Car Insurance Samurai was launched. The Samurai is a new website designed to educate and inform average people about auto insurance. Recent changes in the... - February 18, 2014 - Car Insurance Samurai
Mobile Awareness Announces First TPMS Software Upgrade: Truck/Trailer Exchange via Touch Screen
Mobile Awareness has released the first of many software and hardware upgrades for its MobileTRAQ platform integrated with TireStat commercial TPMS sensors. - February 06, 2014 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
SmartTOP Add-On Convertible Top Controller for Volkswagen Beetle Now Available
Effective immediately the aftermarket SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller module offered by Mods4cars is available for the Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. It allows lowering and raising the top at just the touch of a button. Additionally the top can be controlled fully automatically from the original factory key fob remote. The product comes in the brand new, exclusive Mods4cars module enclosure. - January 31, 2014 - Mods4cars
"World Tire Market: Assessment, Opportunities & Forecast Up to 2018" (Volume 2014) is Now Available with Tech Archival
Tech Archival is pleased to announce the addition of its newly published study on the world tire market titled as "World Tire Market: Assessment, Opportunities & Forecast Up-to 2018" to its offering. This 180 page study comprehensively investigates the global tire market & industry statistics across all geographies with respect to product, market & industry statistics, key drivers, trends, challenges, threats, opportunities, company profiles and economic profiles among many more. - January 29, 2014 - Tech Archival
New Safety Concept Available from Icon Tire
Colored indicators are now available for tires that identify loss of performance as a tire wears. These indicators empower the driver to make educated decisions regarding tire maintenance and replacement before an accident may occur. - January 27, 2014 - Icon Tire
Comfort Electronics, Ltd is Introducing New Remote Start Module for Mercedes Benz Automobiles
Your neighbor's Hyundai has something your Mercedes doesn't. - January 21, 2014 - Comfort Electronics, Ltd.
High Performance Coatings of Utah, Experts in Vehicle Enhancement Coatings, Adds Plasti Dip Systems to Inventory
HPC Utah is immediately offering a new line of synthetic wheel and vehicle coatings manufactured by Plasti Dip. - January 18, 2014 - Ruk Development Inc.
Enhance Your Comfort with the New Auto Sunshades
Safety when driving is one of the most important things to consider when stepping into a car, with a large amount of accidents caused by the blinding glare of the sun. Established in 2000, Autosunshades (www.autosunshades.net) are dedicated to providing customers with a high quality stellar... - January 12, 2014 - Auto Sunshades
Car Audio Pros in Albany, NY Hire Web Marketing Pros to Help Boost Online Presence
In the near future, residents of Albany and the nearby areas will have a much easier time locating quality car audio and mobile video installation pros on the Web. Sounds and Motion Car Audio, a family-owned mobile electronics company offering car audio installation, car alarms, navigation systems,... - January 09, 2014 - Prospect Genius
Mobile Awareness Announces an Expanded Line of Dash Cam & DVR Systems
Mobile Awareness, LLC, a provider of leading-edge transportation safety products, today announced its expanded line of dash cameras and digital video recording systems for commercial trucks and recreation vehicles. In the event of an accident, with these solutions fleet managers, drivers and owners... - January 08, 2014 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
Perfect Equipment Inc. Updates Operating Name to WEGMANN automotive USA Inc.
Perfect Equipment Inc., a leading wheel balance weight company in North America and founder of the Perfect Equipment wheel weight brand, has updated its operating name to WEGMANN automotive USA Inc. - January 08, 2014 - Perfect Equipment
Microsoft RMS POS Software Integrated to Nexpart by WHI
With Microsoft RMS point of sale installed on your computer and an Internet connection, you can enter automotive part numbers or use the on-line catalog, stock check your distributor and order parts while simultaneously selling your parts right through the Microsoft RMS Point of Sale system. - January 03, 2014 - System Solutions LLC
Innovation Direct™ to be at Forefront of Marketing Blitz for Dash Saver Invention
An innovative new product designed to address a common problem within vehicles, the Dash Saver, has been developed by Kenneth Weber of Las Vegas, Nevada. The invention’s unique design provides its users with a reliable method of keeping a number of needed items within arm’s reach in a... - December 22, 2013 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
New Product Enclosure: SmartTOP Convertible Top Controllers for Mercedes-Benz SLK and SL by Mods4cars
The add-on SmartTOP Convertible Top modules offered by automotive aftermarket electronics specialist Mods4cars for the Mercedes-Benz SLK and SL roadsters now come standard with the new, exclusive Mods4cars product enclosure. After installing the kit it is possible to operate the top with convenient “one-touch” operation while driving at slow speeds and fully automatically from the original factory remote fob. - December 21, 2013 - Mods4cars
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.
Innovation Direct™ Set to Represent Eraser Away Wiper Blades Invention to Potential Licensees
An innovative new product designed to enhance the functionality of an essential automotive accessory, the Eraser Away Wiper Blades, has been developed by Carolyn Halsey of Dolphin, Virginia. The invention’s unique design provides with an effective solution to a common annoyance when... - December 08, 2013 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Now Buy Car Spare Parts Online on SparesHub.com
SparesHub.com, an online store for selling car spare parts has launched its operations on 30th November 2013. It offers spare parts for all the brands and makes. - December 08, 2013 - SparesHub.com
Total Tec Solutions Adds New Division
Total Tec Solutions expands into the Motorcycle LED lights arena by providing a total plug and play waterproof Motorcycle LED lights strip kit. - December 08, 2013 - Total Tec Solutions
TFI Envision, Inc. Receives Best Customizable Campaign, Again
The Car Care Council Women’s Board (WB) and the Automotive Communication Council (ACC) selected TFI Envision, Inc. as the 2013 winner of the Automotive Communications Award in the category of Best Customizable Campaign for the Standard Motor Products, Inc. TechSmart® “Are you... - December 08, 2013 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Involved in Promotional Efforts for Multi-Colored Halo Rim Light Invention
An innovative new product targeted at vehicle customization enthusiasts everywhere, the Multi-Colored Halo Rim Light, has been developed by Michael Lacefield of Chicago, Illinois. The invention’s unique design provides vehicles it is utilized on a colorful and attention grabbing look. For... - December 06, 2013 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
The Gates Corporation Announces Release of 181 New Automotive Aftermarket Parts
The automotive aftermarket manufacturer expands its product line with 181 additional SKUs including new Ford turbocharger hose kits and textile-covered fuel line hose. - December 04, 2013 - Gates Corporation
SmartTOP Add-on Convertible Top Controller for Volkswagen Beetle Announced
The aftermarket SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller made by Mods4cars allows owners to put the top up or down with one-touch convenience while driving and remotely from the original key fob. SmartTOP modules are available for all popular modern convertibles and roadsters. The most recent addition to the product line is the new Volkswagen Beetle convertible. - November 27, 2013 - Mods4cars
Magellan Solutions Joins the World’s Leading Auto Show
Magellan Solutions joined the world’s aftermarket auto expo - considered the biggest to date – in Las Vegas last November 4-7, 2013. - November 23, 2013 - Magellan Solutions Outsourcing Inc.
Auto Trim Design of Amarillo, TX, Now Authorized Smart Start Breathalyzer Installer
Local mobile electronics store becomes first distributor of alcohol breathalyzer systems for automobiles in Amarillo, TX. - November 17, 2013 - Auto Trim Design of Amarillo
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
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller by Mods4cars Now Available for Audi R8 Spyder
The aftermarket SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller module offered by Mods4cars is now available for the Audi R8 Spyder. It allows drivers to open or close the top from the factory remote key fob or from the center console switch, using one-touch convenience and while the car is moving. A custom designed wiring harness is included. - November 13, 2013 - Mods4cars
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.
Autologica Presents Appointment Board
A new feature specially designed for the Aftersales Department of automotive dealerships. - November 03, 2013 - Autologica S.A.