ZF and ISE Corp. Partner to Supply Electric Hybrid Drive Systems and Components to the North American Market
ZFFriedrichshafen (ZF) and ISE Corp., a manufacturer of hybrid propulsionsystems and components for heavy duty vehicles, have announced plans tocollaborate on the development and supply of a complete line ofparallel-electric hybrid drive systems and components for the NorthAmerican vehicle markets. ZF and ISE have signed an agreement that outlines plans for an intendedstrategic collaboration and
ROL Manufacturing Makes Progress with Restructuring Plan
ROL Manufacturing, which has been operating under creditor protectionin Canada under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) andChapter 15 in the United States, is in negotiations and due diligencewith potential buyers for various parts of the business. ROL has received two court extensions to its CCAA stay of proceedingswith the latest set to expire Sept.
PERA Announces its Conference Schedule
PERA has released its schedule for the 64th Annual Conference which includes an assortment of professional and technical seminars will be held along with a wide range of social and networking opportunities for engine remanufacturers and their spouses. Thursday, September 24 Golf Outing: Breakfast 7:45 am. Tee off 8:30 am Tour (Historic Trolley Tour &
Snap-on Becomes Sponsor of NHRA
Snap-on, the premier-tool company in the world, will become a sponsor of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), the premier drag racing series in the United States. “Our customers have really enjoyed and benefitted from the great relationship we have with our Snap-on NHRA drivers so it is just natural that we get more involved
Savannah, GA to Host 64th Annual PERA Conference
Since 1733, Savannah, GA, has been welcoming visitors with genuine Southern hospitality. This fall, the Production Engine Remanufacturers Association will join Bagger Vance, Max Cady and Forrest Gump as visitors to this beautiful city for the 64th Annual PERA Fall Conference, September 24-26. The conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Savannah on the
New Pig and NASCAR Agree On Official Partnership
NewPig and the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR)have announced an exclusive agreement making New Pig the officiallylicensed Heavy Duty Wipers and Sorbents of NASCAR. As an exclusiveautomotive partner under the NASCAR Performance brand, New Pig willutilize NASCAR marks and marketing programs, at track, in-store and inrelated media. In addition to the
Valvoline Offers Drivers 300,000-Mile Engine Guarantee
Valvoline has unveiled what it calls an "unprecedented" offer to motorists. Drivers who register their vehicles at valvoline.com and use Valvoline motor oil regularly will be given a guarantee of 300,000 miles on their engine. “We’re putting our money where our mouth is,” said Sam Mitchell,president, Ashland Consumer Markets (Valvoline). “We want to keeppeople on
APRA Launches ‘In It to Win It’ Campaign
TheAutomotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) has launched acampaign to promote the 2009 International BIG R Show to potentialexhibitors and attendees. The 2009 International Big R Show will takeplace Oct. 31 – Nov. 2 in Las Vegas. The BIG R Show will be co-located at The Riviera Hotel & Casinowith ATRA’s Powertrain Expo. Both shows take
Melling Engine Parts Hires Fluid Systems Design Specialist Marc Goulet
MellingTool Co. has announced the addition of Marc Goulet as a designspecialist – fluid systems. Goulet brings extensive fluid pump designknowledge to the company, spanning a broad spectrum of market segmentsincluding automotive, heavy duty, industrial, high-performance andracing. Goulet worked for Nichols-Portland for 38 years prior tojoining Melling. "His ability to design efficient pumping products, devise creativesolutions
PROFormance Technologies Sells Mexican Remanufacturing Interest
PROFormance Technologies, LLC has announced that Administradora deAutopartes Remanufacturadas, S.A. de C.V., (Trade Name MexiMotor), hasacquired their interest in Automotive Remanufacturers de Mexico, S. deR.L. de C.V., an established automotive parts remanufacturer located inAguascalientes, Mexico. The acquired interest that PROFormance held waspreviously a business segment of Recon Automotive Remanufacturers andwas part of a sale of
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Law enforcement and advocacy groups have long sought safe alternatives to illegal street racing that plagues South Florida roadways. To combat this dangerous activity, Homestead-Miami Speedway is proud to announce the development of the “Test & Tune” experience, whereby car enthusiasts can test and tune their street-legal vehicles on a 1/8-mile course. The Grand Opening
House and Senate Agree to Add Cash for Clunkers to Wartime Spending Bill
Following the House’s approval last week of a $4 billion "Cash for Clunkers" bill, Detroit Newshas reported that the House and Senate have now agreed to add a $1billion “Cash for Clunkers” provision to the $106 billion WarSupplemental bill currently under review. This agreement calls for the same requirements as the measure approvedby the House