AAMCO Announces Extension of Celebrity Spokesman Deal
Just before his wedding to Barbra Streisand last week, James Brolin completed shooting a new series of commercials for AAMCO Transmissions and had his contract as AAMCO spokesman extended with options for up to seven years. ... Continue reading
A.C.L.N. Ltd. Announces Record Earnings
A.C.L.N. Ltd. Friday announced to the public its results of operations for the year ended Dec. 31, 1997. ... Continue reading
AUTO QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR WEEK 28
AUTO QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR WEEK 28 ... Continue reading
AutoWeek Publishes 40th Anniversary Issue
With its July 13, 1998 edition, AutoWeek magazine marks the largest single issue ever published in its 40-year history. With it also celebrates AutoWeek's 40th anniversary ... Continue reading
Bar Code Settlement Could Cost Auto Industry
America's Big Three carmakers have agreed pay a fortune in patent fees to a foundation created by inventor Jerome H. Lemelson. Hundreds of parts suppliers may also get roped in, Business Week reports. ... Continue reading
CART: Vasser Fastest in First Round at Cleveland
CART: Vasser Fastest in First Round at Cleveland ... Continue reading
Chrysler Responds to Ralph Hoar and Associates
Chrysler Corporation, contrary to a press release issued today in Europe by American self-styled activist Ralph Hoar, made available to its European customers replacement rear latches for Chrysler minivans it sold there prior to 1995. ... Continue reading
Cummins Declares Quarterly Common Stock Dividend
The Board of Directors of Cummins Engine Co. Inc. declared a quarterly common stock cash dividend of 27.5 cents per share, payable on Sept. 15, 1998, to shareholders of record on Sept. 1. ... Continue reading
Daimler Benz and Dassault Systemes Form Partnership
Daimler Benz and Dassault Systemes announce that they have signed a strategic cooperation partnership to work together on long-term technological projects covering the complete automotive development process. ... Continue reading
Dana Completes Merger with Echlin
Dana Corporation announced the completion of the merger of a subsidiary with Echlin Inc. creating one of the world's largest independent companies supplying components to both automotive original equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket. ... Continue reading
Dettloff Named New President of Camcar Textron
Textron Inc. today announced it has named George W. Dettloff president of Rockford, Ill.-based Camcar Textron. In his new role, Dettloff will oversee more than 13 manufacturing operations in the Americas and Asia, employing nearly 4,600 people. ... Continue reading
First Priority Signs Contracts with Additional Carriers
First Priority Group, Inc. announced today a significant expansion of its industry-leading nationwide Direct Repair Program (DRP) for auto insurance carriers. ... Continue reading
GenCorp Inc. declares a quarterly cash dividend of fifteen cents per share on the issued and outstanding $0.10 par value common stock of the company payable August 31, 1998 to shareholders of record on August 3,1998. ... Continue reading
GMC Yukon Denali New Car Review: GMC Yukon Denali ( 1999) New Car Prices for GMC Yukon Denali
GMC Yukon Denali (1999) ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson Announces New Motorcycle Engine
Continuing a tradition of leadership in the heavyweight motorcycle industry, Harley-Davidson announces the introduction of its new Big Twin engine, the "Twin Cam 88." ... Continue reading
HISTORY: U.S. SMALL CAR FAILURES
HISTORY: U.S. SMALL CAR FAILURES ... Continue reading
Land Rover Announces 'Certified' Pre-Owned Vehicle Program
Land Rover North America, Inc. has recently introduced a nationwide "Certified" Pre-Owned Vehicle Program. Land Rover Certified is the company's first pre-owned program ... Continue reading
MascoTech, Inc. Announces Increase in Quarterly Dividend
MascoTech, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has declared an increased quarterly cash dividend to $.07 per common share. The dividend is payable on August 17, 1998 to shareholders of record on July 24, 1998. ... Continue reading
Do men and women really drive differently? A new study of traffic-accident trends by Johns Hopkins University suggests that they do. ... Continue reading
MERCURY TRACER LS SEDAN TRIO (1998) ... Continue reading
MITSUBISHI 3000GT VR-4 (1998) ... Continue reading
NASCAR BGN: Stewart, Shell Team Marches to Myrtle Beach with Small Soldiers
NASCAR BGN: Stewart, Shell Team Marches to Myrtle Beach with Small Soldiers ... Continue reading
NASCAR: Craven Back with a Vengance; Wins Jiffy Lube 300 Pole
NASCAR: Craven Back with a Vengance; Wins Jiffy Lube 300 Pole ... Continue reading
NASCAR: How do you Prepare your Race Car for 300 Laps at New Hampshire?
NASCAR Crew Chief Club Weekly Release, July 9, 1998 ... Continue reading
NASCAR Trucks: Butch Miller Knows Consistency is Key to Return to Victory Lane
NASCAR Trucks: Butch Miller Knows Consistency is Key to Return to Victory Lane ... Continue reading
NASCAR Trucks: Norick and NHL Team Set to Tackle Nazareth
NASCAR Trucks: Norick and NHL Team Set to Tackle Nazareth ... Continue reading
NASCAR Trucks: Randy Tolsma; Drafting California Style
NASCAR Trucks: Randy Tolsma; Drafting California Style ... Continue reading
PARTS Pro Trucks Return to Where it Started
PARTS Pro Trucks Return to Where it Started ... Continue reading
Polaris Industries' Victory Motorcycles Ready to Roll
Polaris Industries Inc. announced production of its first Victory motorcycles. The heavyweight cruisers will take to the roads just 1 year after Polaris unveiled the prototype and only 5 years after first deciding to enter the motorcycle market. ... Continue reading
Pontiac Grand Am SE2 Coupe (1999) ... Continue reading
Ralph Hoar Responds to Chrysler's Charge That He is 'Spreading False Claim'
The following is a statement made today by Ralph Hoar: "I stand by my charges that Chrysler has not given European minivan owners the same level of safety that it has provided U.S. and Canadian van owners," ... Continue reading
Safety Consultant Urges Chrysler to Replace Minivan Latches Overseas
Chrysler Corporation failed to notify thousands of European minivan owners of defective rear door latches that it replaced on millions of minivans that it sold in the U.S. and Canada, said Ralph Hoar, an Arlington, Va, safety consultant firm. ... Continue reading
SEC Declares Federal Mogul Registration Effective
Federal-Mogul announced that on July 9, 1998, it filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission Amendment No. 1 to its registration statement. The Securities and Exchange Commission declared the registration statement effective July 9, 1998. ... Continue reading
Subaru Recalls of 1996-1997 Legacy to Fix Welds
Subaru of America, Inc. today announced a voluntary recall campaign on its 1996/1997 model year Legacy vehicles. The campaign involves an improper welding on the front transverse link assembly on some 1996/1997 Legacy models. ... Continue reading
Turbodyne Announces Permanent Appointments
Turbodyne Technologies Inc. announced today the permanent appointments of Mr. Khal Kader as Chief Financial Officer, and Mr. Duane Rosenheim as Chief Operating Officer. ... Continue reading
USAC: Indianapolis Speedrome Midget Race Results
USAC INDIANAPOLIS SPEEDROME MIDGET RACE RESULTS: July 9, 1998 -- ... Continue reading
USAC: USAC Stars Ready to Invade the Rockies
USAC: USAC Stars Ready to Invade the Rockies ... Continue reading
Vasser Tops for 1st Day Qualifying
The Medic Drug Grand Prix of Cleveland for the FedEx Championship Series arrived in this northern Ohio setting at the Burke Lakefront Airport. FIRST DAY QUALIFYING REPORT. ... Continue reading
Ward's Reports Estimated Production
Vehicle production in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 98,112 units this week, an increase of 17.2 percent from the 83,712 cars and trucks built a week ago, according to Ward's Automotive Reports. ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries' Stock Reaches 11 Year High
The common stock of Winnebago Industries, Inc. hit an 11 year high yesterday, July 9, 1998, closing at 14.125. Yesterday's stock activity was precipitated by the Company's common stock receiving a buy rating by Olstein Financial Alert Fund. ... Continue reading
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