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.
Dana Becomes Full Driveline Supplier for South American Commercial Vehicle Market
New Agreement with SIFCO S.A. includes $150 million investment in steer axle systems; supports Dana’s aggressive growth plans.
Cooper-Standard to Close Bowling Green, Ohio, Hose Facility
The company said the decision to close the plant follows an extensive review of the Cooper-Standard’s current hose manufacturing capacity, as well as future market trends and forecasts for vehicle production rates in North America.
New Bills Aim to Promote Use of Alternative Fuels
Bills were introduced last week on both sides of the Capitol to increase the production of cars powered by electricity and ethanol.
DENSO Announces Third Quarter Financial Results
Consolidated net sales totaled $29 billion, a 11.3 percent increase from the previous year.
Deeza Chassis Released 106 New Part Numbers in Second Half of 2010
Deeza said it now has 1,961 items in its range.
Schnitzer Steel’s ‘Pick-n-Pull’ Acquires Ferrill’s Auto Parts of Seattle
Acquisition accelerates “Pick-n-Pull’s” growth platform in the Northwest region.
OEConnection Launches All-Makes Service Menu Tool
OEConnection says the all-makes capability of ServiceAdvantage answers the growing trend among dealerships to service all of their customers’ vehicles — whether that includes new model cars purchased through the franchise, used cars off the dealer lot or others.
Ride Control LLC Names Two New VPs
Mike Lipski appointed VP, sales and marketing; Jim Neelley named VP, finance.
DENSO Develops One of the World’s Lightest Starters for Compact Vehicles
New starter is approximately 40 percent lighter than the conventional product.