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 | Garmin® Bringing nüRoute Technology to Entry-Level Devices |
 
OLATHE, Kan.--( BUSINESS WIRE)--Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced two new series of budget-friendly nüvi personal navigation devices. The nüvi 2200 and nüvi 2300 families feature multi-stop route planning, route previews and innovative nüRoute technology with trafficTrends™ and myTrends™ to make the daily commute or vacation travel easier than ever.
“Mixing business with pleasure, the feature-filled 2200 and 2300 products prove there’s a nüvi for every lifestyle and every budget”
“Mixing business with pleasure, the feature-filled 2200 and 2300 products prove there’s a nüvi for every lifestyle and every budget,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin’s vice president of worldwide sales. “At work, at home and on vacation, we’re all trying to do more with less, and these nüvis can help you save time, save money and save gas every day, on every trip.”
For the busy parent or college student focused on multi-tasking and making the most of every minute and dollar, the nüvi 2200 series with a 3.5” touchscreen interface fits easily into a pocket or purse, features easy-to-use multi-stop routing to plan daily errands and activities, and includes Garmin’s ecoRoute fuel-efficient navigation to help drivers conserve fuel and money along the way ( www.garmin.com/ecoroute). For those everyday trips, nüvi 2200 models automatically remember your frequent favorite destinations and use myTrends to predict your destination without you needing to activate a route, displaying your travel time and best route. For vacations, nüvi 2200 models’ enhanced pedestrian mode can provide public transit options through optional cityXplorer ™ content. Available for many major cities and areas at www.garmin.com, cityXplorer helps you navigate like a local by foot or using a combination of buses, metro and suburban rail systems.
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Posted by frank on Friday, September 03, 2010 @ 09:06:13 EDT (11 reads)
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| Sony and TomTom May Offer U.S. In-Dash Navi |
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Sony and TomTom may bring Sony Xplod in-dash navigation systems to the U.S., after announcing 4 joint models for the European market on Wednesday.
A Sony spokesman told us “We’re still in discussion with TomTom about a US. partnership, but it’s a very real possibility.”
 The European models were shown at the IFA Show in Berlin. The Xplod AV Navigation units include Bluetooth, DVD player, aux in and USB jacks, DivX playback and they ship in November, said Engadget. They sport 7 and 6.1-inch WVGA touch screens. The Sony models also center around advanced TomTom features such as IQ routes which takes into account traffic patterns at different times of day. The European versions have Internet connections and Google powered local search, said Engadget. No prices were announced.
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Posted by frank on Thursday, September 02, 2010 @ 15:01:13 EDT (12 reads)
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| Raceline Wheels Are Tough Enough to Keep Racers on Track |
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Raceline Wheels are so tough they can run without a tire for multiple miles in the rough Nevada desert. Jesse Haines crossed the finish line without a tire for over 10 miles, and Chris Ridgway made it 20 miles to the next pit on a Raceline Wheel. In both instances only seconds separated them from their competitor at the finish line.
Jesse Haines competed in the 2010 VORRA Xtreme Outlaw 250 race at the new Exit 28 Motorsports Park just outside Reno, NV. In his race report he wrote: "We had a few flats, but that was inevitable on a race course like this. With maybe 10 miles left we hit something pretty hard and within a few miles I knew we had lost a tire. At that point we were getting close to the roughest part of the course so we decided to keep going for the finish with the flat. We ran as hard as we could on the remaining 3 tires and came into the main pits just ahead of another Ultra4 racer, Brad Falin. On corrected time we beat him by 48 seconds and finished 2nd in the class. We finished the race without a shred of rubber on the passenger rear Raceline wheel," said Jesse Haines.
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Posted by frank on Thursday, September 02, 2010 @ 10:57:49 EDT (13 reads)
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| Factory Five Mk4 Roadster Nose Wall Art |
Already a Factory Five Racing owner and want to bring your beloved FFR inside? Or, are you almost ready to order a kit and want to display the nose on your garage wall? These wall hanging pieces of art make a great addition to any garage, basement or restaurant.
We have assembled a kit containing a fiberglass nose section and a complete set of lights including turn signals. You will have to do a little body work and paint the nose the color of your choice. The lights are all working units (new off of our shelves) and can be wired to turn on by using a DC power supply. We also supply the brake duct mesh.
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Posted by frank on Thursday, September 02, 2010 @ 10:15:24 EDT (12 reads)
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| HARMAN to Provide In-Car Entertainment Technology for Mercedes-Benz |
STAMFORD, Conn.-HARMAN, the premium global audio and infotainment group (NYSE:HAR), announced today that it has been selected by Daimler AG to equip selected new Mercedes-Benz models with top-class in-car entertainment modules. The modules will incorporate wireless headphone technology from Harman’s GRAMMY-Award winning AKG® brand, and will complement HARMAN’s next-generation COMAND infotainment system in the Mercedes-Benz models, announced earlier.
“We are grateful for Daimler’s continued confidence in providing their customers with a comprehensive HARMAN in-car entertainment and information solution”
“We are grateful for Daimler’s continued confidence in providing their customers with a comprehensive HARMAN in-car entertainment and information solution,” said Dinesh C. Paliwal, the Company’s Chairman, President and CEO. “These in-car entertainment modules from AKG will complement our installed audio and infotainment systems to deliver a premium personal experience to every seat.”
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Posted by frank on Thursday, September 02, 2010 @ 09:59:07 EDT (12 reads)
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| JBL® MS-8 Wins EISA Product of the Year Award |
JBL® MS-8, Breakthrough In-Car Audio Digital Sound Processor, Wins EISA Product of the Year Award
NORTHRIDGE, Calif.--( BUSINESS WIRE)--HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated (NYSE:HAR), today announced that the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) has named the JBL ® MS-8 “Best Product of the Year” for the in-car electronics category.
“We are thrilled that the JBL MS-8 has been recognized by such a prestigious association not only in Europe, but around the world”
The prestigious EISA Awards are chosen annually by panels representing nearly 50 of the most prominent photo, video, audio, home theater and mobile electronics magazines from over 18 European countries. Every year, the EISA Awards applaud the newest products on the market that combine the most advanced technology, the most desirable features, the ultimate expression of design, the most satisfying ergonomics and the greatest value for their price.
Members of the judging panel described the JBL MS-8 as “providing a realistic soundstage to listeners in any seat of the vehicle’ and called it ‘a sophisticated device for sophisticated vehicles.”
“We are thrilled that the JBL MS-8 has been recognized by such a prestigious association not only in Europe, but around the world,” said Thijs Linthorst, general manager, EMEA, HARMAN.
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 10:19:25 EDT (24 reads)
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| First Safe and Biodegradable Emergency Fuel That's Stored in a Car |
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When people hear the word gas do they automatically think safe and biodegradable? Most people don’t, that’s why RW Solutions, LLC is introducing the World’s first and only biodegradable emergency fuel, SPARE FUEL®.
SPARE FUEL® provides the best answer to the second largest cause of roadside breakdowns while eliminating the unsafe feelings that many individuals experience when they run out of fuel in their cars or trucks. Running out of fuel is never fun and sometimes can be dangerous or very costly. This solution is an inexpensive way to stay safe on the roads and also put a driver's mind at ease.
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 09:57:56 EDT (24 reads)
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| California Car Cover Announces the New Compact Billet Jack |
Perform quick tire changes with California Car Cover’s portable Low Profile Jack. The compact billet jack measures only 1.5” high but has been tested up to 2,000 lbs. It is a great alternative to a bottle jack or other portable jacks that are heavier and take up a lot of cargo space. Designed with passenger and classic car owners in mind, the portable jack, folds flat for compact storage when trunk space is limited. In fact, the Low Profile Jack is even great to keep in your garage or workshop where space seems to disappear daily. “Floor space in my garage is pretty limited, and the Low Profile Jack has made fixing tires and inspecting brakes on my old car much easier,” says Tony DeFrank, an employee at California Car Cover. |
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 09:46:19 EDT (27 reads)
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| Fesler and GM Restoration Parts® Announce Licensing Agreement |
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Fesler to create billet aluminum line of restoration products for classic GM models.
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA, August 8, 2010 – Fesler Productions, LLC dba Fesler Billet and GM Restoration Parts Parts are pleased to announce a licensing agreement that will allow Fesler to create, market and distribute a line of premium, aftermarket restoration parts under the widely-respected Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile and GMC brand names.
The Fesler collection presently includes a series of hood hinges, trunk hinges, hood latches, taillights and interior trim pieces that are designed and manufactured in the USA with state-of-the-art technology to offer the highest levels of quality and performance.
“Our relationship with the GM Restoration Parts® brand allows us to create high-quality, mint-condition personalized replacement parts for classic GM vehicles,” said Chris Fesler, co-owner of Fesler, “the GM Restoration Parts® brand is world-renowned for its long history in automotive parts authenticity, just as Fesler is internationally recognized as a leader in restoration products, offering great value, quality and performance. The entire Fesler team could not be more excited about their relationship with GM Restoration Parts® and the many GM brands.”
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 09:14:13 EDT (30 reads)
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| Way To Go 5.0! |
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The long awaited 2011 5.0L Mustang GT is the hottest new muscle car from Ford Motor Company in recent years. Boasting an impressive 412 HP and 390 lb./ft. of Torque stock, AIRAID Filter Company hit the drawing board designing the bold new intake system to compliment this four-valve Twin Independent Variable Camshaft engine, nicknamed “Coyote”.
AIRAID’s newest MXP Series intake system utilizes Modular Venturi Technology to generate an additional 11 horsepower and 11 lb./ft. of torque without the need for aftermarket tuning. The removable Modular Venturi Tube (MVT) allows for additional performance gains with customer-provided custom tuning. This gives Mustang enthusiasts the option to complement any aftermarket modifications such as headers, camshafts and other bolt-on performance enhancing products.
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, August 04, 2010 @ 13:57:10 EDT (34 reads)
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| Hercules and Cooper Tire Celebrate 50 Year Anniversary Together |
This year Hercules Tire and COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY (NYSE:CTB) marked 50 years as partners in the tire business together. Both companies recently celebrated this significant milestone with Hercules dealers at the Hercules dealer incentive trip in Hawaii.
Hercules Tire & Rubber Company is a leading marketer of replacement tires, distributing its Hercules and associate brands around the globe. Cooper Tire manufactures the Hercules brand in addition to Cooper and other associate and private label brands. Together, both companies have been involved in the manufacture and distribution of millions of passenger and light truck tires to independent tire dealers across the United States and around the world.
“Celebrating 50 years as business partners is truly an outstanding accomplishment,” said Chairman, President and CEO of Cooper Tire Roy Armes. “Our strong relationship with Hercules is one we value greatly. We appreciate a partner like Hercules who is committed to strong relationships and dedicated to growing the business the right way. Looking ahead, we are excited about the great things we can accomplish together.”
Bill Trimarco, President and CEO of Hercules Tire, agrees, “Fifty years in business together, serves as a testament to the great relationship that has been forged between our two companies and how our customers have supported the alliance for over half a century."
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Posted by Frank on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 09:16:13 EDT (33 reads)
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| Yokohama Tire Corporation Kicks Off ‘Home Team Pride’ Jersey Promotion with Los |
Beginning on July 30, Yokohama Tire Corporation will kick off its “Home Team Pride” jersey promotion as part of its sponsorship of the Los Angeles Angels baseball team. The promotion, which will run through September 12, will offer fans an official replica Angels baseball jersey with the purchase of any four Yokohama tires at specified local dealers.
According to Shawn Denlein, Yokohama director of sales, Consumer Products, “The Home Team Pride jersey campaign is something we have rolled out in our NFL and NBA sponsorships in the past. It generates excitement with dealers and fans, ultimately leading to sales. We look forward to a very successful campaign.”
In addition to the “Home Team Pride” jersey promotion, Yokohama’s sponsorship agreement with the Angels includes a combination of signage in the Angel Stadium outfield and behind home plate, which is visible on over 70 home games shown in the Los Angeles market, plus up to nine (9) nationwide.
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Posted by frank on Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 13:02:47 EDT (34 reads)
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| Speedway Chrome Plated Flathead Balancer |
If you’ve ever built a Flathead Ford V8, you know the crank pulley is very easily bent and provides no vibration dampening features for the crankshaft. The result: excessive wear on internal engine parts and extremely short engine life.
Speedway Motors can help your Flathead live longer and run smoother with the addition of our new Chrome Plated Flathead Balancer. This crankshaft balancer fits 1949-53 Flathead Ford V8s and provides the vital protection from vibrations that ol’ Henry should have offered in the first place. The brilliant chrome-plated finish also adds a bit of flair to the front of your Flathead. Matching bolt-on chrome-plated pulleys (available for wide-belt or narrow-belt applications) are also available and necessary to complete your balancer installation. Protect the investment you’ve put into your Flathead with this affordable new balancer from Speedway Motors!
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Posted by frank on Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 13:59:05 EDT (28 reads)
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| Trelleborg Takes the Shock Out of Cycling |
It Supplies Leading High-End Bicycle Shock Absorber Manufacturer With Advanced Seal Solutions
FORT WAYNE, IN--(Marketwire - July 14, 2010) - Trelleborg Sealing Solutions and A-Pro Tech Co. Ltd., a Taiwanese company that specializes in high-end shock absorbers for bikes, began a relationship 10 years ago when Trelleborg helped A-Pro solve a problem with leakage from rear shock absorbers. That story of success continues today with the development of new configurations for shock absorbers for heavier duty applications, such as in downhill and free-ride models, which work at much higher pressures. Trelleborg is employing the Turcon® AQ Seal®, which has given exceptional performance in industrial applications that are also subject to high-pressure spikes.
That original solution that led to a decade-long partnership replaced existing seals with a complex configuration of specialized seals including a piston ring in Turcon®, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions' proprietary PTFE based sealing material, and U-Cup in Zurcon®, its proprietary Polyurethane based sealing material. The sealing system has excellent overall sealing characteristics, key in the effective performance of A-Pro's shock absorbers in difficult off-road and mountain terrain conditions. It also ensures exclusion of external media (the ingress of which is a potential cause of failure) and meets zero leakage requirements.
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Posted by frank on Thursday, July 15, 2010 @ 09:19:06 EDT (26 reads)
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| Hella and Samsung Partner to Introduce New Rear-View Camera |
PLYMOUTH, Mich.--( BUSINESS WIRE)--Hella, a global supplier of automotive electronics and lighting, has developed a smaller, lighter-weight rear-view camera for cars and trucks of all types.
“The new camera, named RVC3, can be easily integrated into any vehicle due to its small size”
To develop its new rear-view camera system for automotive applications, Hella partnered with Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co., Ltd. (SEMCO), a world-class camera company and a unit of the Korea-based Samsung Group. An extremely cost-effective product, it blends Hella’s automotive expertise with Samsung’s camera design skills.
“The new camera, named RVC3, can be easily integrated into any vehicle due to its small size,” said Mark Brainard, vice president of Product Development for Hella Electronics. “It can be installed in the tailgate or in a vehicle’s rear emblem. Hella’s system allows drivers a complete view of the area directly behind the vehicle – a full 130 degrees directly behind the rear bumper.”
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 08:47:34 EDT (31 reads)
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| LegUp LandinGear Announces the LegUp System for GL1500 Goldwings |
LegUp LandinGear, a division of Chopper Design Services, announced the LegUp LandinGear Motorcycle Stabilization System product development launch. The LegUp LandinGear Motorcycle Stabilization System will soon be available for 1988-2000 GL1500 Goldwing motorcycles. The computerized LandinGear system will help riders balance their motorcycles when stopping, pulling away from a stop or maneuvering slowly.
Final Engineering tests of the GL1500.
The LegUp System has previously been available for newer GL1800 Goldwing Models. Dubbed 'The Perfect Trike Alternative', the LegUp system been available for Harley-Davidson Touring Bikes for over twelve months. The high demand for this innovative device over the past year has caused Chopper Design to adapt the system to GL1500 motorcycles manufactured between 1988-2000. This computerized system deploys a small set of wheels as the motorcycle slows, and retracts the same upon acceleration. These small retractable wheels help support the vehicle at slow speeds.
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Posted by frank on Thursday, July 08, 2010 @ 09:12:24 EDT (46 reads)
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| STRUT Lights the Way with New, Innovative LED-Illuminated Grille Collections |
San Clemente, CA—STRUT®, known globally for their trendsetting and distinctive collections of grilles, wheels, and accessories designed for luxury automobiles, makes headlines once again with another first, introducing the STRUT LED-Illuminated grille collections for the 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Land Rover HSE and Sport.
Tommy Gaut, V.P. & General Manager of STRUT, said, “The visual appeal of the trendy new LED headlamps was the impetus for the development of our LED- Illuminated STRUT collections. VIP dealers who had a sneak peek at the designs have applauded the concept, which they expect customers to find attractive because of the one-of-a-kind custom appearance it can create.”
Each grille collection is triple-chromed for long-lasting luster and durability, and is shipped completely wired with LED lights already installed, allowing automobile customizers to easily tap into the vehicle’s lighting system. The energy-efficient LEDs are encased in a waterproof capsule for protection from the elements.
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Posted by frank on Thursday, July 08, 2010 @ 08:30:34 EDT (74 reads)
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