Chevy Volt and Ford Explorer Win North American Car and Truck of the Year
While hybrid vehicles have won four times in the 18 years the awards have been given, this was the first win for a vehicle that can move a meaningful distance on electric power alone.
TRW Continues to Drive Affordable Safety with Low-Cost Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor
The new design, which TRW says results in significantly lowered costs for the system, features a valve that screws directly into the housing, allowing for a single housing with multiple valve design capability. This results in fewer parts and higher reliability than using a screw and nut, according to the company.
Ford Completes Sale of Volvo to Geely
Ford will continue to supply Volvo with powertrains, stampings and other vehicle components for differing periods.
Visteon Extends Global Support to New U.S. Ford Fiesta
Visteon has supported Ford’s global Fiesta platform – originally in Europe, most recently in Asia and now with the vehicle’s U.S. debut.
Eaton Makes Appointments to Europe, Middle East and Africa for Vehicle Group, Asia Pacific Group
Three new international appointments this week for Eaton Corp.
Ford Posts Full Year Profit for 2009
The company said it now expects to be profitable for full year 2010 on a pre-tax basis excluding special items, for North America, total Automotive and total company, with positive Automotive operating-related cash flow.
Fisker Automotive to Buy U.S. Assembly Plant to Build Affordable Plug-In Hybrid Cars
Fisker Automotive has signed a letter of intent with Motors Liquidation Co. (MLC), formerly known as General Motors Corp., to purchase the Wilmington plant for $18 million after a routine four-month evaluation period.
Ford Announces Senior Management Changes While Continuing Progress on Transformation
Among the changes taking place, Darryl Hazel, senior vice president and president, Ford Customer Service Division, is retiring after 37 years with the company.
Andreas Gerstenberger Named Executive Vice President of Continental’s European Tire Trading Business
Bill Caldwell to succeed Gerstenberger as vice president marketing and sales in the U.S.
Report Shows Drop in European Car Market
Volkswagen triumphed as Europe’s top-selling car brand during November, ahead of Ford, Renault, Opel/Vauxhall and Fiat.