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AutoTrader.com
Atlanta-based AutoTrader.com, created in 1997, is the Internet's ultimate automotive marketplace and consumer information website. AutoTrader.com aggregates in a single location millions of new cars, used cars and certified pre-owned cars from thousands of auto dealers and private sellers and is a leading online resource for auto dealers, individuals and manufacturers to advertise and market their vehicles to in-market shoppers. AutoTrader.com attracts more than 15 million unique monthly visitors who utilize the stie to review descriptions, photos and videos of vehicles for sale; research and compare vehicles; review pricing and specials; and read auto-related content like buying and selling tips and editorial coverage of major auto shows and automotive trends. For more information, please visit autotrader.com.

 



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ION Television
ION Television is a leading U.S. general entertainment network, combining high-quality programming and dependable broadcast distribution with an attitude of innovation and growth normally associated with a cable channel. Its "Positively Entertaining" network brand positioning features a formula of proven series, an expansive catalog of blockbuster movies and a commitment to introduce new original programming. Currently, ION Television's lineup is anchored by major off-network hits including Criminal Minds, Without a Trace, Ghost Whisperer, Monk, Psych, George Lopez and the ION original series Flashpoint. Since its recent launch in 2008, ION's reach has grown to 99 million households and has become one of the top-10 rated U.S. networks in record time. For more information, visit iontelevision.com

 



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Microsoft/MSN Autos
MSN Autos is the easy-to-use, comprehensive, online automotive resource for researching, buying and owning cars. More than 6 million people visit MSN Autos each month, making it one of the most popular car research sites on the Web. MSN Autos features detailed information on approximately 10,000 new and used models, giving consumers the ability to research and compare vehicles of virtually every make and model. The new Decision Guide tool allows users to find cars based on their lifestyle needs or specific car must-haves if they don't already have a specific make and model in mind. Expert reviewers report on the newest models, while more than 600,000 consumer-generated reviews provide real-world perspective on thousands of vehicles. In addition, the site includes more than three million used-car listings, along with valuable insight into emerging technologies/trends and timely auto-related event coverage. Vehicle research aside, personalized tools deliver regularly updated traffic information as well as the lowest fuel prices across the country. With its broad range of features and services, MSN Autos continues to be one of the Web's leading automotive destinations for comprehensive vehicle information, useful tools and valuable industry insight. See autos.msn.com.

 



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Panasonic Automotive
Based in Peachtree City, Georgia, and with Detroit area operations located in Southfield, MI, Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America is a division of Secaucus, New Jersey-based Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation., Ltd. (NYSE: PC) of Osaka, Japan, one of the world's leading developers and producers of innovative digital and other electronic products for consumer, business and industrial use. Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America also acts as the North American operating company of Panasonic Automotive Systems Company, which coordinates global automotive industry systems and components operations. For more information on Panasonic, visit http://www.panasonic.com.

 



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Schaeffler
Schaeffler is a world-renowned supplier of precision automotive components for engines, transmissions and chassis applications, as well as a leading manufacturer of rolling bearings and linear products.

With our INA, FAG, and LuK brands, we put all of our skills and expertise into products which we believe provide solutions to the central automotive engineering challenges: reducing fuel consumption and emissions, improving active and passive safety systems, as well as delivering greater driving comfort. As a reliable systems partner, Schaeffler possesses all of the key competencies necessary to meet these challenges. Together with our customers, we are hard at work developing tomorrow's solutions - today.

To serve the North American automotive market, Schaeffler operates a 78,000-square-foot North American Automotive Tech Center in Troy, MI. This facility employs 140 engineers and technicians and houses a 30,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art test lab. Schaeffler's North American headquarter is located in Fort Mill, S.C., with manufacturing facilities in South Carolina, Missouri, Ohio, Canada and Mexico. For more information, please visit schaeffler.us.