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Telenav And Toyota Launch Scout GPS Link, Powered By Telenav Enhanced OpenStreetMap, On Toyota Vehicles In Canada

Telenav’s Scout GPS Link turns a vehicle’s multimedia screen into a full in-car navigation system, powered by a smartphone and the cloud.

Kia Selects OEC For Collision Parts Ordering And Fulfillment

Kia is the 23rd automotive dealer network in North America to use CollisionLink to facilitate their parts marketing program.

Toyota Launches New Research Tracks To Study Autonomous, Connected Vehicles

The research projects will focus on the impact of advanced technology on broader road safety trends and the interaction between humans and machines, the automaker noted.

Toyota Opens Billion Dollar, State-Of-The-Art North American Headquarters In Texas

Three years ago, Toyota announced its “One Toyota” initiative to create more unified operations in North America, in part, by bringing together its quality engineering, sales, marketing, financial services and corporate functions in one location.

Gates Belt-in-Oil System Selected As Original Equipment On Multiple Global Automotive Brands

“While other manufacturers may offer individual Belt-in-Oil products or pieces of the system, Gates offers a unique, integrated BiO system as a turnkey solution,” said Tom Pitstick, chief marketing officer for Gates.

Ford Appoints Jim Hackett As CEO; Mark Fields To Retire

Also today, Ford announced a new structure for its operations and named three new leaders reporting to Hackett.

Federal-Mogul Motorparts Introduces Genuine Jurid Brake Pads For German Nameplate Passenger Vehicles

Now available to North American replacement parts distributors, the new range of genuine Jurid pads offers coverage of approximately 98 percent of German passenger vehicles registered in the U.S. and Canada.

XL Hybrids Recognized As The First-Ever Ford Electrification Qualified Vehicle Modifier

Ford has had a QVM program for vehicle modifications since the mid-1980s. Several years ago, Ford asked XL Hybrids to participate in developing the electrification “eQVM” program, which includes Ford’s common vehicle modifier guidelines, while also developing additional guidelines specific for electrification solutions.

Chevrolet Launches Unlimited Data Plan

Chevy is the first mass-market automaker to offer a prepaid unlimited data plan.

GM, Honda Establish Joint Venture Operation

General Motors Co. and Honda have established what they say is the auto industry’s first manufacturing joint venture to mass produce an advanced hydrogen fuel cell system that will be used in future products from each company.

On This Day: Beetlemania Begins On The US Roadways

The struggle of U.S. carmakers against competition from imports might be traced back to this date in 1949. That’s when the Dutch ship Westerdam, like some automotive Noah’s Ark, brought the first two Volkswagen Beetles onto American soil.

Dana Technologies Featured On Recent Award-Winning Vehicles, Engines

“Having the honor of being a part of these industry-leading vehicles and engines speaks to the culture of innovation and customer service at Dana,” said James Kamsickas, president and CEO of Dana. “Every day, we strive to develop technologies that will help our customers meet their performance and efficiency goals. It is a privilege to have had the opportunity to help power these well-deserving award recipients.”