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David Kneisler Elected Chairman of Automotive Industry Action Group

Dana Holding Corporation  has announced that David Kneisler, vice president, global quality, has been elected chairman of the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG). AIAG is a not-for-profit, member-supported organization that works collaboratively with automotive and manufacturing companies, suppliers, and service providers to help them operate at peak performance. Kneisler, a 20-year Dana veteran, joined the AIAG board in 2006 and[Read More…]

by — February 3, 2015 — International, Newscast, Web Exclusive

Bosch completes acquisition of ZF Lenksysteme

The growth area of electric steering is the basic technology for driver assistance, automated driving, and electric cars Integration in the Bosch Group as separate division Company will be called Robert Bosch Automotive Steering GmbH On January 30, 2015, the Bosch Group completed its acquisition of ZF Friedrichshafen AG’s 50-percent share in the joint venture ZF Lenksysteme GmbH (ZFLS). The antitrust authorities have[Read More…]

by — January 30, 2015 — International, Web Exclusive

Dana outlines performance, positioning improvements following field tests of VariGlide™ continuously variable planetary technology

Dana Holding Corporation has unveiled the results of ongoing field tests of the company’s VariGlide™ technology, a revolutionary new transmission design that incorporates continuously variable planetary (CVP) technology. Dana engineers have confirmed performance and positioning improvements following hundreds of hours of functional evaluation and dynamometer testing on a standard-sized 2.2-tonne (2.5-ton) forklift truck equipped with VariGlide technology operating in a[Read More…]

by — January 30, 2015 — International, Web Exclusive

Toyota to trial new SiC power semiconductor technology

Using a “Camry” hybrid prototype and a fuel cell bus, Toyota Motor Corporation will bring a brand new technology to the streets of Japan for testing this year. The tests will evaluate the performance of silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors, which could lead to significant efficiency improvements in hybrids and other vehicles with electric powertrains. Technology Power semiconductors are found[Read More…]

by — January 30, 2015 — International, OEM, Web Exclusive

Cooper Standard names Campbell as Chief Infrastructure Officer; Hardt as Chief Financial Officer

Appointments support company’s strategic growth, especially in Asia-Pacific Region Cooper-Standard Holdings, the parent company of Cooper-Standard Automotive Inc. has announced the appointments of Allen J. Campbell as executive vice president and chief infrastructure officer with concentration in theAsia-Pacific region, and Matthew W. Hardt as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). Hardt will join Cooper Standard as executive vice president on February 2 and become CFO on March 2 when[Read More…]

by — January 30, 2015 — International, Web Exclusive

TomTom launches new Map Input Tracker

People can now share map feedback faster via any connected device TomTom (TOM2) has recently launched its Map Input Tracker API, a new map feedback tool that business customers can easily integrate into their existing products and services. The API enables end-users to share map feedback quickly via their smartphone, tablet, laptop or in-dash navigation unit to contribute to high-quality maps. “With[Read More…]

by — January 30, 2015 — International, Web Exclusive

BorgWarner supplies advanced ignition technology for Volkswagen engines built in Mexico

BorgWarner’s Locally Produced Plug Top Ignition Coils with Integrated Electronics Enhance Engine Performance, Improve Fuel Economy and Reduce Emissions BorgWarner produces plug top ignition coils with integrated electronics at its plant in Ramos-Arizpe, Mexico, for Volkswagen’s third generation 2.0- and 1.8-liter DOHC I4 engines built in Mexico. These engines power the Volkswagen Jetta and Beetle as well as other models[Read More…]

by — January 30, 2015 — International, Web Exclusive

Densoto expand its plant in Athens, Tennessee

Global automotive supplier Denso is expanding Denso Manufacturing Athens Tennessee for the production of gasoline direct injection products. The investment will be $85 million and the expansion area will be 20,800 square meter. The production is planned to start in July 2016. This expansion will result in about 400 new jobs.

by — January 30, 2015 — International, Web Exclusive

Bridgestone: Senior Management Changes

Tokyo (January 29, 2015) – Bridgestone Corporation today announced that its Board of Directors has approved the following changes in Corporate Officers. Changing Positions and Responsibilities of Corporate Officers (Effective February 1, 2015) Name New Former Yutaka YAMAGUCHI Vice President and Senior Officer Responsible for CSR and Quality Management CSR Vice President and Senior Officer Responsible for CSR and Quality[Read More…]

by — January 30, 2015 — Allied Business, International, Web Exclusive

Harman announces strategic collaboration with Baidu to launch CarLife vehicle networking solutions

Harman, the premier audio, visual, infotainment and enterprise automation group has announced recently that it has entered into a strategic collaboration with Baidu, the leading Chinese language Internet search provider. Under the agreement, Harman will work with Baidu to launch vehicle networking solutions. Called CarLife, the collaboration will offer advanced Internet capabilities, entertainment features and location-based services on Harman’s in-vehicle[Read More…]

by — January 30, 2015 — Allied Business, International, Web Exclusive
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