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MBtech supports Daimler AG with developing a new hybrid drive system

The MBtech Group contributes to a hybrid development project at Daimler AG. The task of the engineering and consulting company is to integrate combustion engines, transmissions and high-voltage technology together with energy storage into efficient hybrid vehicles, and also to support and validate new developments.

30.09.2015

Toyo Nominates New President, Chairman

Toyo Tire & Rubber Co. has appointed Katsumi Komaguchi as its new chairman and Takashi Shimizu as president. Approval of the nominees will be voted on in a special extraordinary meeting of shareholders on Nov. 12, the company said.

30.09.2015

TRICO extends Exact Fit Rear Screen Blade Programme

Windscreen wiper blade developer and supplier TRICO, has announced the expansion of its Exact Fit rear screen blade programme, with several new part numbers added to ensure the range continues to offer first class coverage.

29.09.2015

ContiTech Charge-Air Line Meets Most Stringent Requirements

Charge-air hoses and lines are expected to withstand ever higher pressures and temperatures. ContiTech Mobile Fluid Systems develops and manufactures solutions which meet the most stringent requirements even for products where installation presents difficulties.

29.09.2015

Mahle’s A/C Machine Wins Top Tool Award

Mahle Service Solutions, a division of Mahle Aftermarket Inc., is a recipient in the Motor Magazine Top 20 Tool Award competition for its ArcticPro ACX1280 A/C machine that processes the new R1234yf refrigerant.

29.09.2015

DfT: VCA to [re]investigate emissions in the UK

The Department for Transport (DfT) announced yesterday that the British government will set up its own inquiry into car emissions and testing.

28.09.2015

Added-value MEYLE repair kits for time-effective cardan shaft repair yield cost savings of up to 70%

Replacing the cardan shaft centre bearing without changing the cardan shaft? The latest "MEYLE Mechanics" video demonstrates how!

28.09.2015

Clore Expands CarStart Line

Clore Automotive Inc. has added a 900 peak amp 12 volt jump starter to its CarStart line. The new Model No. CS2200 features 900 peak amps and 250 cranking amps of jump starting power to start virtually any passenger vehicle.

28.09.2015

G-Scan has it covered

Blue Print continues to expand the coverage for its G-Scan2 diagnostics tool, which it says allows users to save both time and money.

25.09.2015

Webasto At Busworld 2015: New Roof-mounted Air-conditioning Systems For Mini And Midi Buses

From October 16 to 21, 2015, Webasto will be presenting its new Cool Top RTC rooftop air-conditioner for mini and midi buses in Hall 5, Stand 507 at Busworld 2015 in Kortrijk, Belgium. For the first time, Webasto will thus be providing air-conditioning solutions that have a cooling capacity of more than 30 kW and is therefore ideally situated for larger midi buses. Further highlights include the new Thermo Top models and the electric High-Voltage Heater (HVH).