ProQuest Automotive and Hino Motors Sign First Electronic Parts Catalog Agreement
ProQuest Automotive announced that it has signed a five-year agreement with Hino Motors Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, to develop an electronic parts catalog (EPC) application for use in all of the North American dealerships of Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc.
Amerityre Begins FMVSS No. 109 Testing of Prototype Polyurethane Car Tires
Amerityre Corporation announced that it has been submitting prototype polyurethane car tires to an independent lab for testing to determine if the tires comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109, applicable to new pneumatic tires. FMVSS No. 109 specifies tire dimensions and laboratory test requirements for bead unseating resistance, strength, endurance and high-speed performance; defines tire load ratings; and specifies labeling requirements for passenger car tires.
Two Visteon Employees to be Honored by Society of Automotive Engineers
Two engineering professionals from Visteon Corporation will be honored with the prestigious Forest R. McFarland Award on Tuesday, March 9, at the Honors Convocation during the 2004 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress & Exhibition in Detroit.
Herman Trend Alert: Electronic Connectivity
Rapid developments are underway in the field of electronic connectivity. Sending and receiving e-mail is possible virtually anywhere that you can connect your computer to a telephone line. Internet cafes are plentiful and convenient, especially in countries outside the U.S. International travelers can now stay in touch as they move, increasing their efficiency and peace of mind. The exploding connectivity trend makes it possible to keep in touch with headquarters, clients, suppliers and loved ones.
DENSO Announces Two Executive Promotions
DENSO International America has announced two executive promotions within its marketing and engineering division.
Gentex Reports Record Results for the Fourth Quarter and Year
Gentex Corp., the Zeeland, Mich.-based manufacturer of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors, has reported record revenues and net income for the fourth quarter and year, which ended Dec. 31, 2003.
Universal Technical Institute Discusses Long-Term Strategic Plan in Investor Meetings
Universal Technical Institute’s (UTI) Chairman Robert Hartman, President and CEO Kimberly McWaters and CFO Jennifer Haslip are conducting meetings with investors this week to highlight the company’s growth plan and business outlook.
Automotive Accessories are Clever, Practical
Torque? Struts? Rack-and-pinion steering? Maybe they are important. But what we really want to know is if the console is big enough to store a purse. Or if there’s a way to secure the grocery bags. Or if there’s a place to stow the kids’ DVDs.
David Dobson Joins Alcoa as President of Its Engineered Products Business
David Dobson has been named president of Alcoa Engineered Products, the Alcoa business which supplies extruded aluminum products to customers worldwide in a variety of industries, including automotive and commercial transportation.
MANN+HUMMEL USA Names Thomas to Communications Post
MANN+HUMMEL USA has named Julie Thomas to the position of executive assistant to the president, with responsibility for the automotive supplier’s public relations programs.