Distinguished Catalytic Converters: Bosal Certified With ‘Blauer Engel’
Bosal, a leading supplier of exhaust systems, offers a comprehensive portfolio of catalytic converters with the ecolabel “Blauer Engel” (“Blue Angel”). Here the aftermarket specialist specifically concentrates on replacement catalytic converters for vehicles manufactured from the year 2000 onwards. In addition to the extremely comprehensive and complicated initial certification according to RAL-UZ 184, safety is
ShowMeTheParts Launches New Spanish eCat
ShowMeTheParts has released a new mobile-friendly branded site its manufacturer partners can deploy in HTML5 form and in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. This Spanish-enabled site can be run on Android and Apple smartphones and tablets. Using the flexibility of the Auto Care Association ACES standard, ShowMeTheParts is able to work with
ZF Friedrichshafen AG Marks 100 Years In 2015
Calendar year 2015 will herald the start of an important anniversary year for ZF: One hundred years ago, in 1915, “Zahnradfabrik GmbH” was founded. In September 1915, “Zahnradfabrik GmbH” appeared for the first time in a trade register. Consequently, 2015 marks the 100th anniversary of the foundation of the ZF Group presenting an anniversary year
Bosch To Showcase Smart Solutions At International CES 2015
Bosch, a leading global supplier of technology and services, is continuing its presence at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in 2015. There, it will showcase smart home solutions, smart mobility solutions and smart devices. Designed by Bosch to enable consumers to lead convenient, efficient and secure lives, these sustainable solutions include smart sensors, energy
AIA To Hold 26th Annual Import Product And Marketing Awards Program At AAPEX
The Auto International Association (AIA), a segment of the Auto Care Association, will present its 26th annual AIA Import Product and Marketing Awards at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4 during AAPEX at the Sands Expo Center. The awards with three new categories recognize manufacturers and marketers for excellence in products, including tools and functional fluids,
Automechanika Frankfurt 2014 Kicks Off In Germany
Automechanika Frankfurt 2014, one of the largest automotive trade shows in the world, kicked off today at the sprawling Messe Frankfurt complex here in Frankfurt. Automechanika Frankfurt, held every two years, draws exhibitors from around the world to Germany, which, with an economy worth approximately $3.5 trillion, is the fourth-largest in the world. Detlef Braun,
TRW Receives Volvo Cars Quality Excellence Awards
TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. (TRW) was recently awarded the Volvo Cars Quality Through Excellence (VQE) Award at two of its manufacturing facilities in Europe. The VQE Award is based on a set of fundamental quality and manufacturing disciplines that ensure a supplier’s success and drive a supplier’s continual improvement.
Bosch Sponsors First-Ever Driverless Car Experience At 2014 International CES
More than 90 percent of all accidents are caused by human failure, according to the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS). Demonstrating its dedication to accident-free driving, Bosch is sponsoring the Driverless Car Experience at the 2014 International CES to be held Jan. 7-10, 2014, in Las Vegas.
Bosch Introduces New Start-Stop System With Coasting Mode
With its new start-stop coasting function, Bosch enables drivers of vehicles with combustion engines to travel in zero-emission, noise-free and low-resistance mode over large parts of their journey. This new technology stops the engine when the vehicle is in motion, so that it does not consume any fuel. Whenever the vehicle can maintain its speed simply by rolling – for instance on a gentle incline – the engine is stopped. As soon as the driver touches the gas or brake pedal, the engine starts up again.
AIA To Hold 25th Annual Import Product And Marketing Awards Program At AAPEX
The Auto International Association (AIA), a segment of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association, will present its 25th annual AIA Import Product and Marketing Awards Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 3 p.m. during AAPEX at the Sands Expo Center. The awards recognize manufacturers and marketers for excellence in products, packaging, websites, catalogs and marketing/advertising programs for import cars or trucks.