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plus 4, Detroit auto show: Taking the pulse of the industry and the car ... - Autoweek.com

plus 4, Detroit auto show: Taking the pulse of the industry and the car ... - Autoweek.com


Detroit auto show: Taking the pulse of the industry and the car ... - Autoweek.com

Posted: 05 Jan 2010 07:23 AM PST

The Detroit auto show--officially the North American International Auto Show--is going to be a bigger barometer than what it has been in the past.

This year's event will measure the global car community's well being, too.

That might be said of other international shows. But as of late, those shows have been light on the "inter" and heavy on the "national" portion of their charge.

Take for example the Frankfurt show last fall. It was devoid of what remained of the U.S. auto industry. The Japanese bailed out and took their toys home, as did the Koreans. It was a pan-European exhibit spread out over about 230 miles of hard concrete and four gajillion pavilion halls. Or so it seemed.

Then there was Tokyo a month later. From the land of Hello Kitty came the Good-bye Car Companies. The size of the show dropped from 240 exhibitors to 108. Two of the five halls stood empty, which could have been said for the three that remained open. It was an all-Nippon, all-the-time affair that for the first time put cars and motorcycles alongside each other. There also was an expansive show of school-age children's automotive art work, so Tokyo had that going for it.

So Detroit--this nation's premier international exhibition--has something to show and prove. It will start with "Electric Avenue," a showcase of soon-to-arrive electric and hybrid electric cars in one location. (This, coincidentally, allows Nissan and Mitsubishi--just to name two of the well-known automakers absent from this year's show floor with dedicated footprints--to be on site.) The measure of Detroit's success will be pointed toward Main Street, Wall Street and the various strasses, vias and rues around the world. Not to mention 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW.

Knowing American ingenuity--and knowing this industry starts and ends with product, product and more product--I believe there will be great stories to come out of Motown, and they will be told in a chorus of automaker voices from around the world.

I'm excited to be part of the auto industry in 2010.

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Research and Markets: Indian Auto-Component Industry: After Market ... - Yahoo Finance

Posted: 05 Jan 2010 07:01 AM PST

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/a1ee78/indian_autocompon) has announced the addition of the "Indian Auto-Component Industry: After Market Study Of Automotive-Chains" report to their offering.

This report gives an understanding of auto-component industry in India. It analyses Indian automobile industry, auto-component structure, domestic market size, turnover and recent trends in two wheeler sector. Industry product range and export/import describes the present demand and supply trends. With the help of future forecasting we have tried to provide better understanding of future opportunities in the sector. Further we have talked about auto chain trends and competition between major players.

Products Mentioned:

  • Overall automobile sector
  • two wheelers
  • automotive chain

One Industry which is full of potential today is that of Two Wheeler Industry in India. The Production capacity of major players increases because of the increase in demand which leads to increase in the after marking opportunities. The objective of the report is to study the business environment of the automotive chains in the aftermarket and to build an entry strategy for the new players.

The report begins with an overview of the Global Automobile/ auto component industry and describes Indian Automobile Industry in detail. It specifies the two wheeler industry and then to corresponding automotive chains. It talks about auto component market in India following future growth of the industry. The basis of the information is Automobile Component Manufacturing Association (ACMA), Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) and Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).

The report contains a competitive analysis of key Players such as Rolon, Ti Diamond along with their individual strengths & weaknesses. Primary Research is carried out by Questionnaire technique. The responses are captured, analysed & a suitable entry strategy is made for M/S Rockman Industries Ltd. Apart from market trends, there are recommendations, suggestions and conclusion. Objectives of the Study

In the last few years two wheeler markets in India has grown rapidly. More than 7 million units were sold in 2008 - 2009 out of which 6.2 million were motorcycles. In April 2009 it has increased by 10.7 % in comparison to 2008, which offers a huge opportunity for aftermarket OEM's.

The Objectives are as under:

  • Study of automobile and automotive industry - especially for two wheelers
  • In-depth study on 2-wheeler chains
  • Studying the existing players in auto chain industry
  • Understanding end-users needs and preferences
  • Comparative analysis of existing key players product
  • Evaluating market share of existing players
  • A study on the distribution network of the existing players. Estimating the production of motorcycles & sales figures and estimating the overall market size.

Key Topics Covered:

Global Automobile Industry

  • Worldwide Automobile Component Market

Automobile Sector in India

  • Industry Structure
  • Domestic Market Size
  • Recent updates on Two Wheelers:
  • Indian Auto Component Industry
  • Future Forecast of Indian Auto Component Industry

Automotive Chain: An Overview

  • Chain Components, Construction and Connecting Links
  • Types of Automotive Chains
  • ANSI Standards for Two-Wheeler Chains

Regulatory Framework and Research Methodology

  • Regulatory Framework
  • Research Methodology

Major Players

  • SWOT analysis of Rockman Industries
  • Rolon (a brand of LGB Co.)
  • Ti-Diamond (a brand of TIDC Co.)

Company Profile

  • Hero Group
  • About Rockman Industries
  • Rolon (a brand of LGB Co.)
  • Ti-Diamond (a brand of TIDC Co.)

Analysis and Interpretation

  • Comparative Study of Rolon & TI Diamond
  • Analysis of Responses to Questionnaire
  • Interpretation
  • Strategy for Product Launch

Conclusion

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/a1ee78/indian_autocompon

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Garmin® zumo® 665 Brings XM Satellite Information Along for ... - TMCnet

Posted: 05 Jan 2010 06:40 AM PST

TMCNet: Garmin® zumo® 665 Brings XM Satellite Information Along for the Ride

Garmin® zumo® 665 Brings XM Satellite Information Along for the Ride

OLATHE, Kan. --(Business Wire)-- Garmin (News - Alert) International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the zumo 665 - a new fully touchscreen motorcycle navigator that includes an antenna for XM Satellite Radio®, real-time XM NavWeather® and real-time XM NavTraffic®. To receive the XM Satellite information, an optional subscription is required. The zumo 665 is being announced in conjunction with the 2010 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES (News - Alert)) in Las Vegas (Garmin booth, South Hall 4, #35832).



"For entertainment or information, the zumo 665 makes every road trip more enjoyable and stress-free," said Dan Bartel, Garmin's vice president of worldwide sales. "From back roads to rallies, you can listen to the radio, check the weather and move ahead of traffic as you travel down the road." The zumo 665 comes standard with the GXM 40 XM antenna - simply add an optional XM subscription and you can receive real-time XM Satellite Radio with 170 digital channels of commercial-free music, news, sports, talk and entertainment along with 20 dedicated channels of XM Instant Traffic and Weather when you travel in the United States. With the addition of XM NavWeather, you can access up-to-the-minute weather data and NEXRAD radar graphics from your map screen to stay ahead of the storm. Plus, when you add on XM NavTraffic, you can find out where the trouble spots are and route around them. For a list of the XM Satellite subscription service plans and packages offered, visit www.garmin.com/xm.

Whether you're riding during a bright day or a moonless night, the zumo 665 has motorcycle-friendly features any rider will appreciate. With a 4.3" touchscreen color display, the zumo 665 puts all the information you need in an easy-to-read format as you travel down the road and features a glove-friendly intuitive interface that makes entering information as easy as shifting gears. This durable and waterproof (IPX 7 standards) device comes preloaded with detailed, street-level maps of the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico with over six million points of interest including gas stations, lodging, restaurants, attractions and more. The zumo 665 speaks street names and will deliver turn-by-turn, voice prompted directions, such as "turn right on Main Street," via the built-in speaker headphone jack or through a compatible Bluetooth helmet or headset.

This motorcycle-friendly navigator also comes equipped with advanced routing capabilities such as lane assist with junction view that guides riders to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit, and realistically displays road signs and junctions on the route along with arrows that indicate the proper lane for navigation. In some major metropolitan areas, surrounding buildings are displayed in a 3D transparent view.

The zumo 665 also has enhanced Bluetooth Wireless Technology with A2DP support for streaming audio in high quality stereo sound, and makes it possible to receive and place phone calls as well as receive navigation cues wirelessly to Bluetooth enabled headsets or helmets. With Bluetooth, riders are free to safely talk on their phone without having to remove their gloves or helmet. For last-minute change of plans or a quick pit stop for food, users can also make calls from the zumo's huge points of interest database.

While riding, it's also easy to access trip information directly from the zumo's trip information page like speed, heading, altitude, and a customizable fuel gage that can be modified to the motorcycle's maximum fuel range. In addition, with the zumo's powerful trip planning tools, zumo owners can create and custom routes via computer and then transfer the save route directly to the zumo before they begin their journey.

The zumo 665 is expected to be available in the first quarter of 2010 for $999.99. For additional information, visit www.garmin.com.

About Garmin International (News - Alert) Inc.

Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications - most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin's products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in the Cayman Islands, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom at www.garmin.com/pressroom or contact the Media Relations department at 913-397-8200. Garmin and zumo are registered trademarks and GXM is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. XM Satellite Radio, XM NavWeather and XM NavTraffic are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc.

All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on forward-looking statements: This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. All statements regarding the company's future product introductions are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 27, 2008, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). A copy of Garmin's Form 10-K can be downloaded at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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Immediate Open Call for Racing Proposals from Royal Purple and Stark ... - Investors Business Daily

Posted: 05 Jan 2010 05:35 AM PST

PORTER, Texas, Jan 05, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Performance lubricant manufacturer Royal Purple and Stark Motor Racing today announced that they are seeking requests for racing proposals for the upcoming 2010 season. They seek dynamic professional and amateur racers who have an interest in primary sponsorships for the month(s) of April and/or May 2010. They will be accepting proposals from automotive, truck, motorcycle, off-road and marine racers.

"We're looking for racers and teams that really connect with tech-savvy fans," said Royal Purple VP of Sales & Marketing Mark McFann. "It doesn't matter whether it's drifting, circle track, straight track, whatever... we just want racers that connect with fans."

Royal Purple was selected as the preferred motor oil for Stark Motor Racing. The selection was based on Royal Purple's reputation for producing lubricants that enhance performance, as well as reduce the impact on the environment.

Royal Purple is expected to use the alliance with Stark Motor Racing as a launching pad for its new racing oil XPR 3.1. The product launch is planned for late spring 2010.

Racers can find out more and submit proposals by visiting http://www.starkmotorracing.com. Proposals will be accepted through January 31, 2010.

About Royal Purple

Royal Purple produces a broad line of high-performance lubricants for automotive, consumer and industrial applications. For more information on Royal Purple or its products, contact Royal Purple Inc., One Royal Purple Lane, Porter, TX 77365, 281-354-8600, http://www.royalpurple.com.


Contact:

Nicole Girkey or Chad Westfall
High Performance Prose, Inc.
818-349-1232


This release was issued through eReleases(TM). For more information, visit http://www.ereleases.com.

SOURCE Royal Purple


http://www.royalpurple.com

Copyright (C) 2010 PR Newswire. All rights reserved

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Granite Digital Battery System Adds Life to DiMora's $2 Million Sport ... - PR Inside

Posted: 04 Jan 2010 10:04 PM PST

2010-01-05 07:05:25 - Save A Battery technology works on the road and in the garage to prolong battery life.

Union City, CA, January 05, 2010 -- Granite Digital is the latest world-class innovator to become a Technology Partner in DiMora Motorcar's program to create the Natalia SLS 2 sport luxury sedan. Its Save A Battery system will be standard on-board equipment, providing real-time battery monitoring on the road and continuous testing, conditioning, and charging in the garage. This is

the first time that a complete battery maintenance system has become an integral part of a production automobile.

According to Frank Gabrielli, President of Granite Digital/Save A Battery, "We are very excited to be a part of such a revolutionary automotive design and we take this job very seriously. Using our advanced charger technology to keep the Natalia SLS 2 ready whenever it is called upon means that our system will have to not only be the best but also keep the battery fresh, alive, and maintained to perfection. Our added monitoring features will also protect the charging and electrical systems by alerting the driver of problems before damage can occur."

Data from the customized Save A Battery 1702 Charging System will be integrated into the Natalia's dashboard information systems, allowing the driver to check the status of the battery and electrical system at any time. For an advanced electrical system like the Natalia, this means that the driver can be assured of the vehicle's reliability before setting out on a journey.

DiMora Motorcar Founder Alfred DiMora noted the importance of Save A Battery systems for the car collector. "When you have classic cars and custom motorcycles that you need to keep in showroom condition all the time, batteries rarely get enough activity to keep them healthy. Trickle chargers keep the voltage up but do nothing to overcome crystallization of lead sulfate, which ages a battery prematurely. I solved that problem by using Save A Battery systems, which perform desulfation as part of their automatic battery conditioning and maintenance."

DiMora went on to say, "Each Natalia will have a retractable 110 or 220 volt AC cord that the owner will extend to any power outlet when the automobile is parked. This is a unique feature, only to be found on the Natalia SLS 2."

About Granite Digital and Save A Battery:
Granite Digital is the world's leading manufacturer of high performance SATA, IDE, FireWire, USB, and SCSI storage systems and peripherals. Their Save A Battery series of intelligent battery chargers was developed to test, monitor, rejuvenate, condition, and power cycle batteries as well as diagnose problems in vehicle electrical and charging systems. They produce battery chargers for use with almost any car, truck, motorcycle, boat, RV, or ATV battery. Please visit www.saveabattery.com or www.granitedigital.com.

About DiMora Motorcar and DiMora Custom Bikes:
Based in Palm Springs, California, DiMora Motorcar and DiMora Custom Bikes handcraft automobiles and motorcycles designed to exceed expectations for safety, performance, technology, ecology, and luxury.

The founder, CEO, and driving force behind both companies is Alfred J. DiMora, who produced two of America's finest luxury automobiles, the Clenet (as owner) and the Sceptre (as co-founder). When President Reagan declared 1986 the Centennial Year of the Gasoline-Powered Automobile, Mr. DiMora's Clenet was selected as the Official Centennial Car. As a result, he and the Clenet were honored at the Automotive Hall of Fame in Michigan.

For more information, please visit www.dimoramotorcar.com.

Press Contact:
Frank Gabrielli
Granite Digital/Save A Battery
Union City, CA
510-471-6442
frank@granitedigital.com
www.saveabattery.com

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