Monthly Archives: July 2014

First high-heat plastic air intake manifold with integrated charge air cooler

First high-heat plastic air intake manifold with integrated charge air cooler

The world’s first high-heat plastic air intake manifold (AIM) with integrated charge air cooler (CAC) in Stanyl Diablo, Royal DSM’s high-temperature-resistant polyamide 46, recently went into production on a recently introduced hybrid sports car—by its description (although not by confirmation from DSM) the BMW i8.

Skoda unveils first sketch of new Fabia

Skoda Fabia Wagon - Skoda unveils first sketch of new Fabia

Skoda has released a sketch of the forthcoming Fabia hatchback, giving us a first glimpse at its new hatchback which is expected in the UK shortly after the turn of 2015.

CLEPA names Paul Schockmel new CEO

CLEPA names Paul Schockmel new CEO

Veteran supplier executive Paul Schockmel is the new CEO of European partsmakers association CLEPA.

Mitsubishi recalls Lancer sedans with Takata air bags

A Mitsubishi Motors logo is seen on display at the New York International Auto Show in New York City
by Bernie Woodall

Mitsubishi is recalling cars made with Takata air bags in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Mitsubishi is one of nine automakers to say it will conduct a recall that includes those areas.

Toyota makes it easy to yell at kids in New Sienna minivan

Toyota makes it easy to yell at kids in New Sienna minivan

By TOM KRISHER

Toyota wants to help you – scream at your unruly kids.