ISN Tool Dealer Expo 2014 Delivers New Products, Distributor Education As Well As Cash, Prize Giveaways
“Learn, Profit, Energize” was the theme of the event that Integrated Supply Network (ISN) hosted June 20-21 in Orlando, Fla.
SAE International Announces 2013 Formula SAE Schedule
The Formula SAE competition is organized around the concept that a fictional manufacturing company has contracted a design team to develop a small Formula-style prototype vehicle for the non-professional, weekend competition market.
Former GM and HUMMER Executives Launch Automotive Advisory Firm
The new team says it will provide leadership assistance to newcomers to automotive or supplement the product development and program management capacity of existing OEMs or suppliers. Fleet managers are also potential clients as they evaluate new technologies during fleet planning and purchasing.
Universal Manufacturing Co. Acquires Man & Material Lift Engineering LLC
UMC is one of the country’s leading remanufacturers and distributors of automotive and truck parts. Man Lift Mfg. Co. designs and builds specialty lifts, including explosion proof, omni-motion scissor, atrium track drive, MSHA mining and clean room for various market segments, and offers various other lift configurations, machinery carts and electric cranes.
Delphi Electronics & Safety Breaks Ground for New Buildings in Kokomo
In his welcoming remarks, Delphi Electronics & Safety President Jeff Owens noted the significance of the project and acknowledged the transition that has occurred over the past few years as Delphi responded to economic conditions.
Ford to Complete Rear Camera Roll-Out on Nearly All Models
Ford’s system will be offered on most of its full-size pickups, vans and crossovers — including the new 2011 Ford Explorer — with the added benefit of helping truck owners align and hitch trailers.
2011 North American Car of the Year Candidates Selected
Twenty-seven new cars were eligible for the 2011 North American Car of the Year award. Last week jurors voted on those they thought deserved additional consideration or what is known as the “short list.” That narrowed the field to 14 semi-finalist cars, which will be on the ballot in December.
North Dakota Team Claims Title in Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills Competition
The 61st annual auto repair showdown pitted top high school teams from all 50 states and awarded $11.5 million in scholarships.
Carley’s Corner: The Pitfalls of Extended Warranties
New car warranties keep getting longer and longer, much to the dismay of the aftermarket.
Ford Begins EcoBoost Engine Production at Storied Cleveland Plant
Ford invests $55 million to retool and reopen Cleveland Engine Plant No. 1; 250 jobs have been added to the plant to produce the new engines.