Toyota Helps Turn Ann Arbor Into World’s Largest Connected Car Proving Ground
In partnership with the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, Toyota has established the Ann Arbor Connected Vehicle Test Environment, one of the world’s largest operational real-world deployments of connected vehicles and infrastructure.
AASA Vision Conference Keynote Presentation To Spotlight O’Reilly Automotive’s Growth And Performance
Attendees at the 2016 Vision Conference, presented by the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), will have the opportunity to hear first-hand from O’Reilly Executive Vice President Greg Johnson how the company delivers unmatched growth and performance.
HELLA Announces New Generation Of 90mm LED Modules
The new 90mm modules use high-performance LEDs to produce a homogenous light output. They are designed to be maintenance-free and capable of operating for up to 15,000 hours.
University Of Michigan Transportation Research Institute To Host ‘Sustainable Supply Chain’ Conference
The conference, “Sustainable Supply Chains: How New Mobility Strategies and Technologies Are Changing Goods Movement,” will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Feb. 17 at the University of Michigan North Campus Research Complex.
NASTF To Discuss The Road To Great Technicians
“Building the Road to Great Technicians” will be the featured topic at the National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) Spring 2016 General Meeting. The NASTF Spring Meeting will take place from 1-4:30 p.m. CST on Wednesday, March 2 in Overland Park, Kansas.
Bridgestone Announces Voluntary Safety Recall For Certain Firestone FS561 Commercial Truck Tires
The recall will address one size of FS561 tires installed only in the trailer application.
Centric Introduces New StopTech Big Brake Kits For 2015 Ford Mustang GT
With stiffer components and patented heat management technology, all StopTech High Performance Brake Kits provide shorter stopping distances, better brake modulation, firmer pedal feel and less brake fade for stronger, more reliable performance on and off the track, according to the company.
ROUSH Performance Recognized By US Department of Commerce For Global Export Efforts
The company now sells ROUSH-engineered performance parts and technologies for Ford Mustangs and F-150 trucks in the Middle East and China. In addition, it distributes the ROUSH Mustang vehicle program through Ford dealers in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, with plans to expand its vehicle programs into China for 2016.
Atlantic Tire & Service Wins Tire Review Top Shop Award
For Atlantic Tire, it was the second time in nine years that the three-store tire dealer has taken the prestigious honor, presented by Ammco/Coats and Tire Review magazine.
10 Vehicle Manufacturers Commit To Auto Emergency Braking On All New Vehicles
The announcement, made at the dedication of IIHS’s newly expanded Vehicle Research Center, represents a major step toward making crash-prevention technologies more widely available to consumers. The 10 companies – Audi, BMW, Ford, General Motors, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Tesla, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo – will work with IIHS and NHTSA in the coming months on the details of implementing the plan, including the timeline for making AEB a standard feature.
