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OLED Lighting

03/11/2012 18:57:00

OLED -- a lighting revolution

OLED technology offers the advantage of high energy efficiency, in addition to creative flexibility and new options for designers. OLED light sources are just 1.8 millimeters thin and can be transparent. The entire surface of an OLED illuminates with diffused light, making it a very soft light source that produces less harsh shadows compared to point light sources.

A Breakthrough in the development of OLED (Organic Light Emitting

Diode) technology that allows it to be integrated in car roofs. The OLEDs are transparent when switched off, allowing for a clear view outside the vehicle, yet providing light only within the vehicle when switched on.

This OLED lighting concept for car roofs is the result of a longstanding cooperation between BASF and Philips in the research and development of OLED modules.

In addition to offering completely new design possibilities, the transparent OLED lighting concept also allows new approaches to automotive engineering. The transparent OLED sandwich structure can be combined with equally transparent solar cells .
"This combination allows the driverto enjoy a unique open-space feeling while it generates electricity during the day and pleasantly suffuses the interior with the warm light of the transparent, highly efficient OLEDs at night." -Dr. Felix Gorth

AAA Program

04/05/2011 01:13:00

April 20th, 2011

This date marks a new venture we are adding to ATS Automotive. We will be joining forces with AAA to provide their members roadside assistance. I couldn't think of a better time than, now to become a AAA member.

Is Toyota ever going to stop..

01/30/2011 03:45:00

Just yesterday it was announced yet again you guessed it Toyota Motor Corp. recalled 1.7 MILLION vehicles globally for a variety of fuel system related problems, including 245,000 Lexus IS and Lexus GS sedans in the United States.

Here in the United States vehicles are being called back to inspect for possibly faulty installation of fuel pressure sensors. In cases where the sensor is not fastened tightly enough, fuel can leak between the gasket that connects the sensor to the fuel delivery pipes, Toyota said.

Vehicles affected in the United States: 2006-2007 model year Lexus GS300/350; 2006-early 2009 Lexus lS250; and 2006-early 2008 Lexus lS350.

Yesterday's actions bring the total number of Toyota recalls since the fall of 2009 to 18 million vehicles.

What happened to Toyota's reputation?...

GM Turning around?

11/22/2010 04:17:00

November 18th 2010

At a Los Angeles Auto Show: The Chevrolet Volt plug-in electric car, the centerpiece of a revitalized GM, was proudly named 2011 Green Car of the Year today during press previews at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The highly anticipated Volt received the industry's top environmental honor the same day GM shares began trading on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges.

Rapids Vending Co.

09/28/2010 16:46:00

On behalf of ATS Automotive I would like to thank Rapids Vending CO, for their continuous business every month, we truly appreciate the business and thank you for giving us a chance to earn your trust.

2 1/2 yr old Will's Battle with liver cancer

08/22/2010 22:50:00

Please help support 2 in a half year old Will in his battle with liver cancer, he starts chemo therapy this week. contact myself Jennifer or my partner Andrew of ATS Automotive at 319-731-0199 or by email atsautomotive@gmail.com for more information on how you can help.

New Company Discount

08/18/2010 13:55:00

We are happy to announce that we now have a discount for all whirlpool employees!

The future of tires?

08/13/2010 17:50:00

Eco Friendly Tires-

Tire rack recently published an article about all season eco friendly tires that are supposed to be more fuel efficient from the passenger all-season and standard touring all-season categories. After their test results I thought it was interesting to find Continental Procontact with Ecoplus ranked 2nd , Goodyear ranked 3rd, Kumho eco ranked 4th and Michelin HydroEdge with Green X ranked 1st place,this tire was tested on a prius and fully tested on BMW's 2011 E92 328i Coupe. Overall the tires did increase fuel efficiency.

Ideas,Dreams & Reality

08/06/2010 15:29:00

It is hard to imagine that last year at this time ATS Automotive did not even exist, it was just idea on paper. For Co Owner Andrew Sexton it was always his dream to have his own automotive shop. Nothing makes me happier than to see that once idea & dream is now our reality. Thank you to everyone who has supported us from the beginning and presently.