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EU allows mobile phones on airplanes

Midair service may be available as soon as this year on some airlines for passengers using European GSM technology. The United States and many other countries bar mobile devices in the air because of concern they could disrupt a plane's instruments.

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smart fortwo distributor selects Mobil 1

Mobil 1 Motor oil to be recommended engine lubricant for all smart fortwo vehicles.

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Ford Shelby GT Mustang wins motor trend Ponycar war

- Ford Shelby GT Mustang wins the coveted "Pony Expressed" comparison test in the April 2008 issue of Motor Trend
- Shelby and Mustang – An unbeatable combination for balanced performance at a great price

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FEV shows SGT engine at 2008 SAE World Congress

FEV will be showing its Spray Guided Turbocharged (SGT) engine at the 2008 SAE World Congress, April 14 - 17 at Cobo Center in Detroit.

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LKQ announces Q1 earnings webcast schedules

LKQ Corporation announces first quarter 2008 earnings audio webcast scheduled for Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time (9:30 a.m. Central Time). 

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Grand opening of Taipei AMPA 2008 at NANGANG complex

Taipei AMPA 2008 organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is the most important auto parts and accessories procurement show in Asia.

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Hyderabad gets a 'double cover' from HM - Mitsubishi Motors

Raima Motors, the new dealer of Mitsubishi Motors and Hindustan Motors (HM), has opened an elegant new dealership in Hyderabad. The pricing of Mitsubishi products ex-showroom in Hyderabad begins with Rs. 6.99 lakhs for Lancer, Rs. 8.48 lakhs for Cedia, Rs. 19.20 lakhs for Pajero and Rs. 34.11 lakhs for Montero.

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FEV's 2-step VCR mechanism for first time in US

The VCR mechanism was developed for use in both gasoline and diesel medium and heavy duty engines.

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FEV unveils low-height cylinder head at 2008 SAE World Congress

The new technology will be on display at the FEV, Inc. exhibit at the 2008 SAE World Congress, April 14 - 17, at Cobo Center in Detroit. New design complements new generation of downsized vehicles.

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100 year-old racers to run at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Two of Mercedes-Benz’ most historical cars will be appearing at the 2008 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

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Daimler releases latest HighTechReport focussing on advanced design

HighTechReport gives a glimpse of futuristic designs of Mercedes-Benz.

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Audi to participate in nationwide 'Logistics Day'

- Insights into processes and careers in automotive logistics
- A wide range of events on offer at Audi
- Joining the initiative by the German Logistics Association (BVL)

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FEV Aftertreatment Controller provides easy-to-implement emission control

First showing of controller designed for retrofit can immediately impact emission control issues in older vehicles.

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Subaru Canada sales up 4.3%

Subaru sales grow for last four consecutive months. Subaru dealers sold a total of 1,639 vehicles during March, up 4.3 percent over last year.

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Miles Electric Vehicles appoints new President & CEO

Miles Electric Vehicles announces appointment of Kevin Czinger as President and Chief Executive Officer.

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BMW 118d wins World Green Car of the year

Judges of the World Car of the Year Awards praised BMW and its 118d for offering buyers a model with a range of innovative technologies that reduce fuel consumption and cut CO2 emissions as standard.

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FEV expands test services to encompass drivetrain system components

FEV commissions transmission test stands as focus shifts to fuel economy.

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Ford Mondeo - world's best mid-sized sedan

All-new Ford Mondeo is praised by independent motoring experts as one of the world’s best mid-sized sedans.

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AEI names General Motors' SUV Hybrids Best Engineered Vehicles of 2008

SAE International's Automotive Engineering International (AEI) magazine crown General Motors' Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid and GMC Yukon Hybrid as 2008's Best Engineered Vehicles.

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Sonic Automotive releases schedules of Q1 results & conference call

Sonic Automotive will release fiscal 2008 Q1 financial results on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 7:30 A.M. (Eastern). Senior management will hold a conference call at 11:00 A.M. (Eastern).

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Emitec appoints new President for North American

Emitec Inc has appointed Claus Bruestle president of North American operations, effective April 1, 2008.

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Scion declares 2009 prices for xB & tC

The base MSRP for the iconic xB is $15,750 when equipped with a five-speed manual transmission and $16,700 for the four-speed automatic with sequential shifting. The tC equipped with a five-speed manual transmission has a base MSRP of $17,000, while the four-speed automatic transmission model carries an MSRP of $17,800.

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Visteon to demonstrate its automotive intellect at 2008 SAE Congress

The SAE World Congress offers an opportunity for those of us in the auto industry to share insights on technological advancements and trends for a changing global industry.

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Tata Motors to launch 'Tata Nano' in South Africa

Tata Motors plans to launch its 100,000 rupees carTata Nano’ in South African Market.

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Goodyear to release Q1 earning results on April 25

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company will report first quarter 2008 financial results before markets open on Friday, April 25.

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AAM signs contract deal with Unions

American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) reaches contract agreements with Unions in Mexico and United Kingdom.

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Anovo to takeover Sagem Mobile's customer service activities

Project for the take-over of the customer services activity of Sagem Mobiles in Montauban (France) by Anovo.

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Dacia pay agreement signed

Dacia management and Dacia’s trade union, Syndicat Autoturisme Dacia (SAD), signed an agreement on an annual pay increase on April 11, 2008.

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