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SmartTOP Convertible Top Module for BMW 6 Series with Plug-and-Play Wiring
The after-market SmartTOP convertible top controller module for BMW 6 series offered by electronics specialist Mods4cars now comes with a full plug-and-play wiring harness. The module allows use of the top while driving at slow speeds as well as remote top operation from the original key fob. The new wiring adapter makes installation easier than ever. - November 13, 2011 - Mods4cars
Gates Launches New Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Belt for Powersports and Recreational Vehicles
Gates G-Force™ Belts Are the First of a New Generation of Drop-in Performance Belts. - November 10, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Gates Goes Mobile with NaviGates App
The Mobile App for Smartphones Provides Direct Access to Belt Routing Diagrams, Parts Lookup & Store Locator. - November 03, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Nadcap Accreditation Achieved by Offshore Group Aerospace Manufacturing in Mexico Client
Nadcap recognizes Horst Engineering de Mexico's Guaymas, Sonora facility for the superior quality of its service offerings. - November 03, 2011 - The Offshore Group
Machine Shops and Stamping Companies Adopt Innovative Product: The Power Deck
Machine shops and Stamping companies adopt innovative product: The Power Deck. - October 31, 2011 - HD Safety Systems
New 4-Slide Acquisition Increases Cast Product’s Large Part Capacity
Cast Products, Inc. continues to build and upgrade their high-volume Zinc cast parts production by increasing their equipment list to 42 machines. - October 29, 2011 - Cast Products, Inc.
Mods4cars Operates Own Blog
Automotive Aftermarket electronics specialist Mods4cars now maintains a blog at www.mods4cars-blog.com and keeps customers and visitors interested in the SmartTOP product line up to date on current developments, new products, firmware updates and special offers. - October 29, 2011 - Mods4cars
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller Kit for BMW 3 Series and Z4 Roadster Now Ships with Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness
The SmartTOP convertible top control module offered by aftermarket specialist Mods4cars for BMW 3 series convertibles and Z4 roadsters now ships with a plug-and-play wiring adapter. It allows opening and closing the top while driving at slow speeds and adds one-touch convenience as well as one-touch operation of the top from afar via the original factory key fob. - October 21, 2011 - Mods4cars
EMotorWerks-1 - An All-Electric BMW 3 Series Conversion - The First in a Range of High-Performance Electric Cars from Electric Motor Werks
Electric Motor Werks (EMotorWerks), a California company, unveiled a new orange electric BMW at the 38th Annual Palo Alto EV Rally on Saturday September 24th, 2011. Dubbed "EMotorWerks-1," this is the first fully functional prototype of the high-performance electric conversion solutions... - October 20, 2011 - Electric Motor Werks
Gates Barricade® Fuel Injection Hose Named 2012 Automotive News PACE Award Finalist
The Fuel Hose Combines Best-in-Class Working Pressure, the Lowest Permeation Level on the Market and Multi-Fuel Compatibility to Improve Vehicle Safety and Fuel Efficiency While Helping Protect the Environment. - October 20, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Gates Corporation Announces “Tools for Schools” Automotive Educator Program
Teachers Receive Free Training, Materials and Online Resources to Help Advance Automotive Technical Education - October 15, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Gates Corporation Announces Longhorn® MegaFlex® Petroleum Transfer Hose
Gates Corporation, a leading manufacturer of industrial and automotive products, today announced the addition of Longhorn® MegaFlex® petroleum transfer hose to its full line of advanced industrial hose products. Bending at a 1-to-1 ratio, or one inch of minimum bend radius per inch of hose... - October 14, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Free Product Training Seminars Offered by Gates at AAPEX 2011
Attendees Will Learn About New Methods in Belt Diagnostics, Why Modern Fuels Require Modern Hose, Why Water Pumps Fail and Benefits of Timing System Replacement. - October 14, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Gates Launches Automotive Aftermarket Social Media Channels
Providing Access to the Latest News and Educational Resources 24/7 - October 13, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Specialty Plating, Metal Finishing and Engineering Solutions Company, Incertec, to Expand Into Mexico Manufacturing
Incertec to begin serving Mexico manufacturing customers from its new location in The Offshore Group's Bella Vista Industrial Park. - October 08, 2011 - The Offshore Group
SmartTOP Convertible Top Modules with USB Port
The SmartTOP convertible top controllers offered by aftermarket electronics specialist Mods4cars come equipped with a standard USB port. This allows for quick and easy configuration of the module via PC or laptop as well as flashing firmware updates available online free of charge. - October 06, 2011 - Mods4cars
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller by Mods4cars for VW Golf VI Cabriolet
Effective immediately the after market convertible top controller offered by Mods4cars is available for the recently introduced Volkswagen Golf VI Cabriolet. It allows opening and closing of the convertible top with one-touch convenience - also while driving at slow speeds. Additionally the top can be operated remotely via the original factory key fob. - September 26, 2011 - Mods4cars
Karachi Electric Services - Now Providing Electrical Services Citywide in Karachi
Karachi Electric Services, a Reliable name in the industry of Repair, Maintenance & Installation Services in Karachi, Pakistan. The Company has begun to provide its expert services citywide now, starting from a small venture. - September 23, 2011 - Karachi Electric Services (pvt) Limited
DiscountRamps.com Receives Economic Development Tax Credits, Hits Online Sales Milestone
DiscountRamps.com LLC, located in West Bend, Wisconsin, announced they have received and accepted a proposal for $50,000 in Wisconsin State income tax credits. The Proposal came September 1st from the newly formed Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and is awarded for new job... - September 23, 2011 - Discount Ramps.com
Electric Motor Werks Announces First Prototype BMW 3-Series Conversion Completion
Palo Alto company, Electric Motor Werks announced successful completion of the design and construction work on the first 3-series BMW electric conversion. The electric prototype has been extensively test-driven to tune various components and will be unveiled during the upcoming Annual Palo Alto EV... - September 18, 2011 - Electric Motor Werks
Manufacturing in Mexico Event to Feature Production Plant Tours
Executives to explore opportunities to manufacture in Mexico during October gathering. - September 16, 2011 - The Offshore Group
SmartTOP Convertible Top Modules with Plug-and-Play Wiring Adapters
Most SmartTOP aftermarket convertible top modules come bundled with a plug-and-play wiring adapter that simply plugs in between existing connectors. This makes it possible for anyone to install the kit in minutes. - September 14, 2011 - Mods4cars
Gates Corporation Launches Gates Automotive Solutions (GAS) Online Forum
The GAS Forum Creates a Community of Automotive Service Technicians and Provides Resources Related to Automotive Aftermarket Products - September 09, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Electric Motor Werks - Bringing Thousands of High-Performance Car Conversions to the US Roads
Electric Motor Werks (EMotorWerks) is a California Group focused on promoting high performance electric conversions. Their mission is to dramatically accelerate adoption of electric car conversions and raise the image of the affordable and fun electric car solutions. - August 26, 2011 - Electric Motor Werks
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller for Nissan 370z Roadster Available Immediately
The aftermarket convertible top convenience add-on kit offered by car electronics specialist Mods4cars is now shipping. It allows top operation while driving slowly at the touch of a button. Additionally the original factory key fob remote can control top and windows from afar. - August 17, 2011 - Mods4cars
SmartTOP Convertible Top Modules for Mercedes-Benz SLK R172, E-Class Convertible and Peugeot 308 CC Now Offer Full Text Setup via In-Dash Display
The aftermarket convertible top convenience modules offered by car electronics specialist Mods4cars for Mercedes-Benz SLK R172, E-Class convertible and Peugeot 308 CC now offer advanced integration into the car’s computer displays. This allows an even easier and quicker configuration of the module from within the car. - August 11, 2011 - Mods4cars
Gates Corporation Awards Scholarships to Students in FIRST® Robotics Competition
Gates Corporation awarded scholarships to six high school seniors who used Gates belt drives on their competition robots. - August 10, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Gates Corporation Announces G8K MegaSpiral® Hose
G8K Hoses Are Rated up to 8,000 psi Working Pressure in All Sizes, Making Them Ideal for High-Pressure, High-Impulse Hydraulic Applications - August 05, 2011 - Gates Corporation
Now Available: SmartTOP Convertible Top Remote and Convenience Module for Infiniti G Convertible
Just in time for the convertible season Mods4cars releases the new SmartTOP convertible top convenience module for Infiniti G convertibles. It adds one-touch operation to the center console switch as well as the ability to use the top while driving slowly. Additionally the top can be raised or lowered from afar with the original factory key fob remote. - August 03, 2011 - Mods4cars
DiscountRamps.com Ranks in Internet Retailer Top 500
DiscountRamps.com, a West Bend-based online retailer that offers a wide range of access ramps, storage containers and vehicle accessories, has made the 2010 Internet Retailer Top 500 Guide list for the 3rd consecutive year. Based on annual web sales eclipsing $18 million, DiscountRamps.com was... - July 31, 2011 - Discount Ramps.com
Mexico as a Nearshore Cost Savings Solution Examined During October Manufacturing Event
From among several nearshore manufacturing locations, Mexico is the top choice of executives across a wide range of industries. - July 28, 2011 - The Offshore Group
Gates Elizabethtown Plant Receives Key Awards
The Gates power transmission facility and its employees in Elizabethtown, KY were named recipients of a key supplier award in May from customer Harley-Davidson as well as the first annual President’s Award for 2010 by Gates Corporation. - July 27, 2011 - Gates Corporation
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller for Audi A3, A4 and TT Roadster Gets New and Improved Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness
The SmartTOP convertible top add-on module offered by Mods4Cars for Audi’s A3, A4 and TT convertibles now ships with a new version of the plug-in-between wiring harness. This allows for an even easier and quicker installation of the top convenience add-on kit. - July 21, 2011 - Mods4cars
13th Annual Airhead Parts Vintage VW 1,000 Mile Highway 1 Treffen Cruise Starts July 31, at Portland International Raceway...Benefits Feed America’s FOOD Share Program
July 31st – August 6th, 2011 Treffen Vintage VW 1,000 mile Hwy 1 Cruise & Show; Portland, OR to Ventura, CA. One week Cruise of California’s beautiful and historic Hwy 1 sandwiched between two VW shows – Rose City (Portland, OR) Bug-In Sunday, July 31st, and the VW Treffen13, (Ventura, CA) Saturday, Aug. 6th. Cruise departs from the Bug-In Sunday, August 31st immediately following that show. - July 15, 2011 - Airhead Parts
Scott Zahn Joins Clark Seals, Ltd. as Director of Sales
Clark Seals, Ltd., a fluid sealing technology supplier to equipment manufacturers, announced today that Scott Zahn joins the company as Director of Sales. In his new position, Zahn will oversee all domestic sales divisions and manage the company's sales representative network. Prior to joining... - July 07, 2011 - Clark Seals, Ltd.
Clark Seals, Ltd. Selects Becky Burkholder as Sales Representative
Clark Seals, Ltd., a fluid sealing technology supplier to equipment manufacturers, announced today that Becky Burkholder was selected as the company’s Exclusive Sales Representative for Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana. In her appointed position, Burkholder will be responsible for... - July 07, 2011 - Clark Seals, Ltd.
EchoMaster Adds Ford Focus L.E.D. Daytime Running Light Kit
EchoMaster LLC announced that it has expanded its line-up of safety and convenience products to include a Daytime Running Light Kit (DRL) for the 2012 Ford Focus. The DRL kit includes factory-matched bezels with integrated LED's that fit into the left and right air dam on the Ford Focus. The kit... - July 07, 2011 - EchoMaster
Electric Cord Sets, Inc. Summer Clearance Sale
Electric Cord Sets, Inc. announces their Summer Clearance Sale. Visit www.elecordset.com and save up to 80% off retail prices. They offer a wide selection of Happy Trails RV extension cords, adaptors and surge protection devices. - July 06, 2011 - Electric Cord Sets, Inc.
Alphasonik Announces “Meet Me in the Light” Contest Winners
Three grand prize winners were recently announced in the “Meet Me in the Light” Contest sponsored by Alphasonik car audio and pop-rock band, Parker Theory. - June 25, 2011 - Alphasonik
Manufacturing in Mexico Summit Planned for October
Yearly gathering of manufacturers to take place in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. - June 22, 2011 - The Offshore Group
Continental Disc Corporation Proudly Unveils Its Newest Literature Release-The HPX™ Rupture Disc Product Family
Continental Disc Corporation has launched its newest literature entitled the HPX™ Rupture Disc Product Family, as well as two new products: HPX-PT™ and SANITRX® LPX. - June 22, 2011 - Continental Disc Corporation
SmartTOP Convertible Top Remote Control Module for Renault Megane CC III
The SmartTOP aftermarket convertible top control module offered by Mods4cars will be available for Renault Megane CC III later this year. It allows the top to be opened and closed at the touch of a button while driving slowly and from afar with the factory keycard remote. - June 22, 2011 - Mods4cars
BELTRONICS Returns with "Rock & Rule" National Sales and Media Event
BELTRONICS, maker of the world's best performance radar and laser detectors, has announced its annual national sales event. - June 21, 2011 - BELTRONICS
Mantaline Corporation Reaches New Level of Operations and Capabilities
Six Business Strategies Establishes Local Business as a Global Supplier to Automotive and Heavy Truck Industries - June 18, 2011 - Mantaline Corporation
Automotive-NEXT 2011 is a First for Bal Seal Engineering
Bal Seal Engineering, Inc., a leading global designer and manufacturer of sealing, connecting, conducting and EMI shielding solutions for the automotive industry, is hosting its inaugural exhibit at Japan’s annual Automotive-NEXT trade event from June 15th-17th, 2011 in the Tokyo International Exhibition Center. - June 17, 2011 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Ribet Auto Parts New Online Store
Ribet Auto Parts (www.ribetautoparts.com), a premium supplier of OEM & aftermarket replacement automotive parts located on Grand Island, NY, announces the addition of their new online automotive parts Ecommerce store. The company's new internet store enables customers to make online purchases... - June 10, 2011 - Ribet Auto Parts
Gates Corporation Announces Enhancement to MegaSpiral® Hoses Used in Integrated Hydraulic Systems
The Constant Pressure Hydraulic Hose Line Has an Increased Bend Radius, Offering Greater Flexibility and Reduced Costs in Fluid Power Applications. - June 10, 2011 - Gates Corporation
SmartTOP Convertible Top Controller for Nissan 370Z Roadster to be Available Shortly
Before the end of this summer the aftermarket convertible top controller by Mods4cars will be available for the Nissan 370Z Roadster. It enables one-touch convertible top control while driving at slow speeds as well as opening and closing the top from afar with the factory remote fob. - June 09, 2011 - Mods4cars
The Offshore Group to Provide Services in Mexico to Senior Aerospace GmbH
Leading aerospace manufacturer to sign Mexico service agreement. - June 08, 2011 - The Offshore Group
Discount Ramps.com Wins Fastest Growing Firms Award
The President and CEO of Discount Ramps.com, Joel Lederhause, has little time to breathe these days. A hands-on owner, Lederhause wears many hats at his West Bend-based firm – from designing product pages and purchasing to online and print advertising. Since the company’s inception in... - June 02, 2011 - Discount Ramps.com