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Domasco to promote Proton, CMC brands Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 4:59PMDoha Marketing Services Company (Domasco) has been awarded agency rights for Proton cars and CMC trucks in Qatar. The company is a long-established retailer of Honda and Volvo cars and trucks.
Auto headlines: Chrysler won't stop at Toledo plant Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 7:11AMChrysler will continue production at its Toledo North Assembly Plant in Ohio, reversing an earlier decision to stop output after an accident at a door-part supplier's nearby plant. Chrysler, the U.S. automaker run by Fiat, earlier said it planned to stop production because the explosion at Faurecia Interior Systems' plant in Northwood, Ohio, would constrain supplies.
Change brews at McCullagh Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 6:45AMMcCullagh Coffee wants to be a fully environmentally sustainable company within a few years. So company executives decided its truck fleet had to get greener.
Chrysler told to pay $4.2M to harassed pipefitter Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 1:24AMA federal court jury in Rockford, Ill., has ordered Chrysler to pay $4.2 million to a 60-year-old pipefitter who put up with years of harassment over his Jewish and Cuban-American ethnicity.
Chrysler told to pay $4.2M to harassed pipefitter Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 12:15AMA federal court jury in Rockford, Ill., has ordered Chrysler to pay $4.2 million to a 60-year-old pipefitter at its Belvidere, Ill., assembly plant who put up with years of harassment, hateful graffiti and death threats over his Jewish and Cuban-American ethnicity. Chrysler is considering an appeal.
Auto sales slump Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 9:27AMDETROIT - AP - U.S. auto sales dropped to their weakest rate since February as most automakers posted sharp declines from a year earlier, when the U.S. cash-for-clunkers program fueled demand for new vehicles.
Research and Markets: OEM Future Car Model Programmes to 2020: An Essential Report Referencing Future Car Model ... Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:47AMDUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "OEM Future Car Model Programmes to 2020" report to their offering.
Shelia L. Payne Rudis Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:07AMShelia Louise Payne Rudis, 43, St. Clair, departed this life at her home in St. Clair, surrounded by the love of her family, Friday, Aug. 20, 2010.
BorgWarner Supplies Timing Systems and Transmission Components for the All-New 2011 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:30AMBorgWarner supplies the engine timing system and transmission components for the all-new 2011 JeepÂ® Grand Cherokee, the first vehicle to feature Chrysler Group LLC's all-new 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine.
FlexRay: the key to smarter cars Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:40PMIt won't be long before our cars won't need drivers at all, writes PAUL OWEN.
A car show like no other Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 1:56PMClassic, exotic and extremely rare cars at prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance
Research and Markets: Global Market Review of Full and Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles From All Major Manufacturers ... Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:45AMDUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Market Review of Full and Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles - Forecasts to 2017" report to their offering.
2001 Chrysler Intrepid from North America - Comments Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 5:12AM120,000 MILES it overheated. Had towed to garage. Said anti-freeze in oil. Take to dealer. Had towed to dealer. Put on machine said anti-freeze in oil. Would not work on.
Reportlinker Adds Electric Vehicle Traction Batteries 2010-2020 Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 4:22AMNEW YORK , Aug. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Electric Vehicle Traction Batteries 2010-2020 http://www.reportlinker.com/p0265732/Electric-Vehicle-Traction-Batteries-2010-2020.html This comprehensive report has detailed assessments and forecasts for all the sectors using and likely to use ...
Should Corporations Flush With Cash Use it for M&A - Track Record Raises Questions About This Strategy Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:50PMAs the US economy plods through the "Great Recession", corporations are recording solid profits in the face of weak revenues. These profit gains have been achieved through efficiency improvements which all too often have meant fewer jobs. Â The ironic result is that in this weak economy many companies are flush with cash and have to decide what to do with it.
Ex-Chrysler exec Ridenour hired by UQM Tech Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 9:05AMFormer Chrysler Group Chief Operating Officer Eric Ridenour will join generator and electric motor manufacturer UQM Technologies Inc. on Sept. 1 and will take over as CEO on Dec. 1, UQM announced Monday.
Ex-Chrysler Exec Ridenour Hired by UQM Tech Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:43AMFormer Chrysler COO Eric Ridenour hired by UQM Technologies; takes CEO post Dec. 1 Chrysler - Recreation - Autos - Makes and Models - History
Ex-Chrysler exec Ridenour hired by UQM Tech Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:35AMFormer Chrysler Group Chief Operating Officer Eric Ridenour will join generator and electric motor manufacturer UQM Technologies Inc. on Sept. 1 and will take over as CEO on Dec. 1, UQM announced Monday. Ridenour will begin work as president and chief... Chrysler - UQM Technologies - Electric motor - Star Control II - Business
DUI, speeding, bad roads a toxic mix for South Carolina Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 3:32AMMany years ago there was a Readers Digest feature, “There Oughta Be A Law.” Many readers of this family newspaper feel the same way about the use of cell phones and text-messaging while driving. Any new legislation of this significance would include means to hire additional law enforcement personnel. There are laws right now, for example, about not running red traffic signal lights — obviously ...
Provider of Plastics Technologies to Open Tech Center in Michigan Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:15AMCenter is the only facility of its kind in North America, according to FRIMO Inc.
FRIMO to Open New $5 Million Technology Center in North America Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 6:24AMFRIMO Inc., a division of the FRIMO Group â one of the worldwide leading providers of manufacturing systems for high-quality plastic components for the automotive and other industries â is opening a new TechCenter within its North American headquarters in Wixom, Mich.
Taking on Kevin White Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 2:50PMIn Hillsborough's poorest district, a beleaguered but popular incumbent faces two opponents.... By Mitch Perry At a recent candidates' forum in Progress Village, the first time the three Democrats running for the Hillsborough County Commission District 3 seat had gathered together this campaign season, not a word was uttered about incumbent Commissioner Kevin White's troubles from a year ago ...
U.S. carmakers top satisfaction list Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 8:04AMDomestic car manufacturers top the list of a customer-satisfaction report being published Tuesday for the first time in the study's 15-year history.The 2010 Auto Industry Report gives Ford and General Motors the top spots, with Ford's Lincoln-Mercury a score of 89 of 100 — its best score ever — and GM's Buick a close second with a score of 88, according to the American Customer Satisfaction ...
Tesla Motors Selects DCS Tolerance Analysis Solution in Mission to be First in Quality Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 6:12AMDimensional Control Systems, Inc. (DCS), provider of dimensional engineering software solutions and consulting services, today announced that Tesla Motors has selected 1DCS and 3DCS solutions to provide tolerance analysis as part of the company’s commitment to lead the automotive industry in quality with the development of the Model S.
Auto giants, tiny start-ups in race to mass-produce electric cars Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 5:41PMAuto giants, tiny start-ups in race to mass-produce electric cars
BorgWarner Posts Second Quarter Earnings of $0.78 Per Diluted Share (Excluding Non-Recurring Items) Fueled by Sales ... Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:00AMAUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 30 -- BorgWarner Inc. today reported second quarter 2010 U.S. GAAP earnings of $0.68 per diluted share. Excluding non-recurring items in both periods, earnings were $0.78 per diluted share compared with a net loss of $(0.05) per diluted share a year ago.
Ford Relies on Truck Sales Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 9:13AMThe auto company sells more trucks at higher margins than cars.
Neil Winton: Europe's car sales slide accelerates as incentives run dry Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 3:53AMIf you have been following the goings on in the European auto industry by just reading headlines over the past couple of weeks, you are in for a shock.
AutoNation Sales Rise 5% Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 12:19AMAutoNation Inc. sold 19,688 retail new vehicles last month, up 5% from July 2009.
Jerry Flint: A Vigorous, Vibrant Original Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 9:50AMJerry Flint was an ever energetic, stimulating delight to be around.
Two New 3DCS Versions Offer Industry-Leading Ease-of-Use Enhancements Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 9:41AMNew Version 3DCS Analyst Stand Alone (SA) 7.1.0.0 is industry’s only tolerance analysis software with built-in translators to support all CAD systems. New Version 3DCS CAA V5 Based 6.19.0.0 continues to lead with best-in-class 3D tolerance analysis software fully integrated info CATIA V5.
Reportlinker Adds a Strategic Analysis for the Market of OE Alarm Systems in the UK Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 8:30AMReportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue:
Obama: U.S. car industry's turnaround remarkable Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 6:42AMCHICAGO - Appealing to American patriotism, President Obama declared Thursday that the U.S. auto industry is not just rebounding from its problems but is on its way to being No. 1 in the world again.
Not the picture he wanted Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 5:53AMNew York Gov. David A. Paterson Wednesday welcomed consuls general and other trade-focused public officials from 37 different nations to Buffalo. Billed as the largest trade mission in state history, it was organized by the Empire State Development Corp.
Auto sales climbing: Is the industry coming back? Monday, August 9, 2010 @ 2:24PMRICHMOND, VA (WWBT) - Is the auto industry bouncing back? Car sales have been climbing. July was one of the best months for U.S. auto sales since Cash for Clunkers last year. Will car buyers still be able to find deals?
BMW sees rise in 2010 China sales Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 5:55AMGerman luxury carmaker boosted by robust economic growth. 5 Aug 2010 10:41 PM
BMW sees more than 30 per cent rise in 2010 China sales Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 3:29AMBMW sees more than 30 per cent rise in 2010 China salesBMW sees more than 30 per cent rise in 2010 China sales
BMW sees more than 30pc rise in 2010 China sales Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 3:22AMSHANGHAI, Aug 5 – Germany’s luxury carmaker BMW expects its China car sales to rise more than 30 per cent this year, boosted by the country’s robust economic growth, its China chief said today. BMW China expects sales volume to hit 120,000 units in 2010, up from about 90,000 units in 2009. The world’s largest premium car maker sold more than ...
BMW sees more than 30 pct rise in 2010 China sales Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 2:40AM* More than 75,000 BMW, Mini cars sold in China in H1
GM, Chrysler sales surge in Canada Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 12:01PMRetail vehicle sales stand out in July as last year’s restructurings show results
Meego for In-Vehicle Infotainment 1.0 launched today, all testing recommended on a closed course Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 11:32AMWe got a glimpse into the world of MeeGo for In-Vehicle Infotainment late last month when BMW, GM, Hyundai and a few others announced that the fledgling OS would one day show up front and center in their motorcars, and now v1.0 is out for the world to try. Of course, we'd probably recommend a helmet and a wide open -- preferably private -- roadway before you let a barely-tested system take over ...
Chrysler, GM see comeback in July retail sales; Ford sales edge higher Wednesday, August 4, 2010 @ 11:01AMTORONTO - Massive restructurings at both General Motors and Chrysler appear to be paying off as the two automakers depended less on fleets and more on consumers to buy their vehicles.
Easier Credit, Promotions Boost Auto Sales in July Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 2:52PMIn this June 15, 2010 photo, workers at General Motors' Lordstown Assembly plant in Lordstown, Ohio put the final touches on 2011 Chevrolet Cobalts.
Auto sales rise, helped by credit, promotions Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 1:12PMAfter a sluggish June, sales rose slightly at Detroit automakers General Motors Co. and Chrysler. Foreign-based companies like Kia and Subaru posted bigger gains. Ford, meanwhile, had flat sales.
U.S. auto sales rise, helped by credit, promotions Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 12:59PMDETROIT — Most automakers posted higher U.S. sales last month, a sign that Americans are still willing to buy big-ticket items even though concerns linger about the economy and hiring. After a sluggish June, sales rose slightly at Detroit automakers General Motors Co. and Chrysler. Foreign-based companies like Kia and Subaru posted bigger gains. Ford, meanwhile, had flat sales. Sales were ...
Feds: 55 Models For 2011 To Be Tested For Revamped 5-Star Ratings Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 1:25PMFor safety-conscious car shoppers, it's been more than a little daunting over the past couple of model years to tell the difference between the safest models on the market and those that are merely good. Every automaker, it seems, has a five-star rating to boast about, and almost every vehicle, it seems, offers the claim of "class leading safety"...
BorgWarner Appoints Jan Carlson to Board of Directors Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 8:28AMAUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BorgWarner announced today that Jan Carlson, 50, has been named to its board of directors and will serve on its compensation committee. Mr. Carlson was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer and Director of Autoliv in early 2007. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20100729/DE42887 ) (Photo ...
BorgWarner Appoints Jan Carlson to Board of Directors Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 6:28AMBorgWarner announced today that Jan Carlson, 50, has been named to its board of directors and will serve on its compensation committee. Â Mr. Carlson was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer and Director of Autoliv in early 2007.
Monmouth University, nonprofit group The Wheelmen host 100-mile antique bicycle tour in N.J. Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 4:13AMMONMOUTH COUNTY — With his sleek plastic helmet and sweat-resistant jersey, Carson Torpey cut the perfect image of a bicyclist ready for a 100-mile ride Wednesday. The course, a winding tour of Monmouth County and the Jersey Shore, drew him...
What the Russian papers say Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 5:19AMCustoms problems/ Serbia draws up plan to return Kosovo/ Russian spy unmasked in Czech Republic/ Number of complaints against employers grows/ GAZ Group set to manufacture Mercedes-Benz limousine