ABM Engineering Awarded California State Automobile Association Contract
ABM Engineering Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ABM Industries Incorporated, has been awarded a multi-year contract by the California State Automobile Association (CSAA) located in San Francisco. ... Continue reading
ASA Tire Systems Wins Progress Software's President's Award
ASA Tire Systems, An ASA Company, announced that it was one of only thirty seven companies nationwide to receive the 1998 Progress Software President's Award. ... Continue reading
Axis Group Announces Entry Into Canadian Remarketed Vehicle Market
Allied Holdings, Inc. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Axis Group, Inc., has acquired four vehicle- remarketing centers in Canada from GE Capital Fleet Services. ... Continue reading
Bullhide Anticipates 100% Increase in Revenues to $5,000,000
The Bullhide Liner Corporation announced that it has entered into negotiations to acquire Scorpion Truck Bedlinings, Inc. ... Continue reading
Caliber Logistics Wins General Motors Supplier of the Year Award
FDX Global Logistics, a part of FDX Corporation, announced that its Caliber Logistics unit has been named by General Motors as a "GM International Supplier of the Year" for 1998. ... Continue reading
CSK Auto, Inc. Gears Up for E-Commerce
CSK Auto Corporation announced the official launch of an e- commerce web site by its wholly-owned subsidiary, CSK Auto, Inc. ... Continue reading
DCR Upgrades Debt Ratings of Textron Inc.
Duff & Phelps Credit Rating Co. (DCR) has raised the ratings of Textron Inc.'s senior unsecured debt to 'A' (Single-A) from 'A-.' ... Continue reading
Dura Prices Cash Tender Offer and Consent Solicitation for Trident plc Notes
Dura Automotive Systems, Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Trident Automotive plc, has determined the price on its cash tender offer. ... Continue reading
Featherlite Names Exclusive Dealer for Vogue(R) 5000 Luxury Motorcoaches
Featherlite, Inc. announced that it has selected Destinations RV, Inc., as an exclusive dealer for Featherlite's high-end Vogue(R) 5000 line of luxury custom built motorcoaches. ... Continue reading
First Priority Group Reports Improving Operating Results
First Priority Group, Inc. reported that its operating results have continued to improve during the second quarter, as forecast, on lower costs and increasing revenues from its fleet collision claims management operations and affinity programs. ... Continue reading
Freudenberg-NOK President & CEO Inducted Into Shingo Prize Academy
Joseph C. Day, president and CEO of Freudenberg-NOK, has been inducted into the Shingo Prize for Excellence in Manufacturing Academy in recognition of his efforts to drive excellence in lean manufacturing throughout the automotive industry. ... Continue reading
Haartz Ramps Up Production of Door-Trim Material For Ford Taurus and Focus
The Haartz Corp. announced that it is ramping up production of cover skins for the 2000 model year Ford Taurus and the all-new Ford Focus. ... Continue reading
IHRA: Charlie Hunt Racing Keeps Final Round Streak Intact
IHRA: Charlie Hunt Racing Keeps Final Round Streak Intact ... Continue reading
IHRA: Jenkins Snares Victory - Grabs Pro Mod Points Lead
IHRA: Jenkins Snares Victory - Grabs Pro Mod Points Lead ... Continue reading
IHRA: John Long Scores Big Win in Super Eliminator
IHRA: John Long Scores Big Win in Super Eliminator ... Continue reading
IHRA: Mancuso Wins Second Title of 1999 Season in Top Fuel Harley
IHRA: Mancuso Wins Second Title of 1999 Season in Top Fuel Harley ... Continue reading
Inattentive Drivers are Target for New Lane Departure Warning System
A new lane recognition safety system and alarm device aimed at reducing the more than 56,000 automobile accidents caused by drowsy or inattentive drivers has been introduced by Odetics ITS. ... Continue reading
Introduction to Next Generation Technology to Highlight 'Client on Track'
A select group of clients will get to see first-hand the many benefits of next generation technology while they learn from top professional race car drivers how to improve their driving skills at the annual Mercedes-Benz "Client On Track" event. ... Continue reading
Jeff Gordon and the Rainbow Warriors Look To The Second Half
Jeff Gordon and the Rainbow Warriors Look To The Second Half ... Continue reading
Local School Bus Drivers Compete for State Title, Co-Sponsored by AAA Michigan
Skilled school bus drivers from around Michigan will compete for first place in the 22nd annual state School Bus Driving Championships, co-sponsored by AAA Michigan. ... Continue reading
LSB Industries, Inc. Applies for Listing on American Stock Exchange
LSB Industries, Inc. announced that it has submitted an application to the American Stock Exchange (Amex) to list and trade the LSB common stock and $3.25 Convertible Exchange Class C preferred stock for trading on the Amex. ... Continue reading
Maine Manufacturer Teams On Environmentally Friendly Composite Transit Bus
A new 30-foot, 26 passenger transit bus designed and manufactured by TPI Composites and fabricated with BTI engineered reinforcements heads for display at the Northeast Composites Conference. ... Continue reading
Mazda Announces Voluntary Recall
Mazda North American Operations announced it is voluntarily recalling approximately 22,500 1998- and 1999-model B-Series pickup trucks for the inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the vehicle's cruise control cable. ... Continue reading
McQuarrie Coming From England For Russell Pro Triple Crown Opener at Sears Point
McQuarrie Coming From England For Russell Pro Triple Crown Opener at Sears Point ... Continue reading
Mechanical Breakdown Insurance Now Available Through Farmers Agents in Oregon
Customers looking to protect their pocketbooks from the high cost of auto repair can now purchase mechanical breakdown insurance through Farmers agents in Oregon. ... Continue reading
NASCAR: New Format for Late Models at Jax, Same Results
NASCAR: New Format for Late Models at Jax, Same Results ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Ken Schrader Ready for Fun At Sears Point
NASCAR WCUP: Ken Schrader Ready for Fun At Sears Point ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Dale Jarrett
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Dale Jarrett ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Darrell Waltrip
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Darrell Waltrip ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Jeff Burton
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Jeff Burton ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Jimmy Spencer
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Jimmy Spencer ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Mark Martin
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Mark Martin ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Rusty Wallace
NASCAR WCUP: Pocono 500 Post Race Notes, Rusty Wallace ... Continue reading
NHRA: Hines Looking to Begin Summertime Hot Streak With Win at St. Louis
NHRA: Hines Looking to Begin Summertime Hot Streak With Win at St. Louis ... Continue reading
NHRA: Intensity of NHRA Winston Drag Racing to Be Held Under the Lights at Gateway
NHRA: Intensity of NHRA Winston Drag Racing to Be Held Under the Lights at Gateway ... Continue reading
NHRA: Johnson Looking to Turn Up the Heat on Pro Stock Foes In St. Louis
NHRA: Johnson Looking to Turn Up the Heat on Pro Stock Foes In St. Louis ... Continue reading
NHRA: Panella Hopes to Utilize Summer Combination For More Victories
NHRA: Panella Hopes to Utilize Summer Combination For More Victories ... Continue reading
NHRA: Sears Craftsman Nationals General Information, Gateway
NHRA: Sears Craftsman Nationals General Information, Gateway ... Continue reading
NHRA: Top Fuel Crowded at the Top, Tough Battle Looms for Winston Crown
NHRA: Top Fuel Crowded at the Top, Tough Battle Looms for Winston Crown ... Continue reading
NHRA: Wilkerson Sheds Funny Car Winless Stigma, Hits Hot Streak
NHRA: Wilkerson Sheds Funny Car Winless Stigma, Hits Hot Streak ... Continue reading
Pan Kai Development USA Inc. Elects New Vice-Chairman
The Board of Directors of Pan Kai Development elected Miss Jou Yu-Pyng as the new Vice-Chairman of the board. Miss Jou Yu-Pyng comes to Pan Kai Development (USA), Inc. from Chuan-I Enterprise Co., Ltd. where she is a majority shareholder. ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive, Inc. Announces Upgrade
Sonic Automotive, Inc. is pleased to announce that Moody's Investor Service upgraded Sonic Automotive Inc.'s debt rating on June 16, 1999. ... Continue reading
Standard Automotive Corporation Closes Acquisition of Ranor, Inc.
Standard Automotive Corporation announced that its subsidiary Critical Components has completed the acquisition of Ranor, Inc., a leading fabricator of large precision assemblies for the aerospace, nuclear, industrial and military markets. ... Continue reading
Steelworkers Launch Week of Action To Combat Union-Busting at General Tire
The United Steelworkers of America (USWA) launched a consumer awareness campaign at Ford Motor Company dealerships in 54 cities as part of an International Week of Action designed to combat union-busting at Continental General Tire. ... Continue reading
Superior Industries Wins Aluminum Suspension Components Supply Contract
Superior Industries International, Inc. announced that it has won an important contract to supply aluminum suspension components for a major global automotive manufacturer. ... Continue reading
Systems Modeling Announces New Simulation Products Strategy
Systems Modeling Corporation announced that it has realigned its simulation products strategy to emphasize its focus on enterprise-wide solutions. ... Continue reading
TI Group Automotive Systems Formed
Following the successful closing of its acquisition of Walbro Corporation, TI Group announces the formation of TI Group Automotive Systems. ... Continue reading
Unique Mobility, Inc. Announces Results for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year
Unique Mobility, Inc. reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 1999. ... Continue reading
United Road Services, Inc. to Bring in New Chief Executive Officer
United Road Services, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors is commencing a search to recruit a chief executive officer with the skills and experience to lead the Company. ... Continue reading
USAC: Campbell Takes Rain Shortened Spreedrome Race
USAC: Campbell Takes Rain Shortened Spreedrome Race ... Continue reading
USAC: Harris Scores Initial Midget Car Win at Madera
USAC: Harris Scores Initial Midget Car Win at Madera ... Continue reading
USAC: Kerr Rakes In $17,000 for 'Terre Haute National Open' Win
USAC: Kerr Rakes In $17,000 for 'Terre Haute National Open' Win ... Continue reading
USAC: Newman, Gamester Lead Silver Bullet Record Assault at Pikes Peak
USAC: Newman, Gamester Lead Silver Bullet Record Assault at Pikes Peak ... Continue reading
USAC: Smoker, Newman & Rain Garner MCI WorldCom Headlines
USAC: Smoker, Newman & Rain Garner MCI WorldCom Headlines ... Continue reading
VELAN Expands its Operations in France
VELAN has acquired BOUVIER-DARLING SA, a company located near Grenoble, France, with 80 employees and sales of about $14 million. ... Continue reading
Westar Financial Services Names Scott Cavanaugh as Vice President-Collections
Westar Financial Services Incorporated, a prime-credit auto lender and lessor, announced that it has recruited Scott Cavanaugh as Vice President-Collections. ... Continue reading
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