TRULLI RETURNED TO FOURTH PLACE AT USGP AFTER WINNING APPEAL
INDIANAPOLIS, Monday, Oct. 29, 2001 - The International Court of Appeal has reinstated Jarno Trulli's fourth-place finish at the SAP United States Grand Prix on Sept. 30. Trulli crossed the finish line in fourth place in his Benson & Hedges Jordan-Honda at Indianapolis Motor Speedway but was excluded after the race by ... Continue reading
ADP Dealer Services Announces Installation of ASP Solution in 71 Sonic Automotive Locations
CHICAGO--Oct. 29, 2001-- New Technology Program Offers Delivery of Key Business Applications Over a Secure Network to the Nation's Second Largest Dealer Group The Dealer Services Group Of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. announces today the completion of the installation of their ASP solution in 71 Sonic Automotive, Inc ... Continue reading
ETL Launches Astus II - Next Version of Flagship Light Vehicle Management System
MONTREAL--Oct. 29, 2001-- Sporting an Optional GPS, a 'Black Box' and More, Astus(R) II Provides Even Greater Insight On Vehicle Travel Activity, While Maintaining Its Simplicity, Ease-of-Use and Economy to Fleet Owners ETL Electronique Ltd. - the largest Canadian manufacturer of electronic protection products in the a ... Continue reading
Fairchild Strengthens Worldwide Leadership Position in TinyLogic
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine--Oct. 29, 2001-- Announces new TinyLogic(TM) Ultra Low Power family providing the lowest power logic products in the world Bringing to market the "right" products at the specifications today's customers demand, Fairchild Semiconductor International announces the TinyLogic Ultra Low Power family. T ... Continue reading
MINNEAPOLIS & CHICAGO--Oct. 29, 2001-- Harley-Davidson(R) enthusiasts take notice. Harley-Davidson Financial Services and U. S. Bank are giving away the exclusive 2002 Harley-Davidson V-Rod(TM) motorcycle as part of the Harley-Davidson(R) Visa(R) Card Me Sweepstakes that runs November 1, 2001 through April 30, 2002. In ... Continue reading
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J.--Oct. 29, 2001-- Honeywell Products And Systems Have Broad Presence On New Fighter Jet Honeywell said today it expects revenues generated from Honeywell products, systems and services on the Lockheed Martin Joint Strike Fighter to exceed $5 billion over the life of the new fighter jet program. Hon ... Continue reading
HONG KONG--Oct. 29, 2001--Brilliance China Automotive's 51%-owned subsidiary, Shenyang JinBei Passenger Vehicle Manufacturing Company Ltd. ("Shenyang Automotive") experienced continuing sales volume growth for the nine months ended September 30, 2001. Shenyang Automotive sold a total of 47,677 minibuses in the nine mon ... Continue reading
More recalls announced. Make sure your stock units are covered.
Important information for New Car Dealers. New recalls are announced daily. You have additional gross profit just sitting on your lot. Used or new vehicles with open factory recalls will generate additional gross profits for both the Service and Parts Department. Our current clients are making this extra gross profit e ... Continue reading
Multimedia Available: Suzuki Grand Vitaras Handsomely Reward Cast of MTV's Road Rules Season Ten
-- Suzuki Grand Vitara SUVs are the "Handsome Reward" each of the six MTV Road Rules cast members earned after weeks of grueling challenges in Morocco and Spain during the tenth season of the widely popular reality TV show. The brand new four-wheel-drive V6 grand prize Grand Vitaras were presented to the six twenty-som ... Continue reading
MyCarPage.com, GSMarketing Agreement Blends Email and Direct Mail Services for Auto Dealers
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Oct. 29, 2001--Interval, Inc. (dba MyCarPage.com(TM)) today announced a license agreement with GSMarketing, a leading direct marketing provider to the auto industry, which will incorporate Interval products into GSMarketing's customer communications suite. According to GSMarketing Vice President & ... Continue reading
PORTLAND, Ore.--Oct. 29, 2001-- NATA, distributors play key role in building service customized for auto industry Finatus Inc. launches a suite of subscription-based online services customized to simplify and cut the cost of environmental, health and safety compliance for small businesses in the automotive industry. Th ... Continue reading
S&P Asgns Prelim Rtgs in Porsche's Austrian
LONDON--Oct. 29, 2001--Preliminary ratings were today assigned in the German auto leases and leasing securitization originated by Porsche Bank AG (see list below). "The transaction is the first publicly rated Austrian auto loan and leasing securitization," said Torsten Althaus, a director at Standard & Poor's Structure ... Continue reading
CHILDREN OF TRAGEDY VICTIMS TO BENEFIT FROM F1 AUCTIONS
Driver helmets, suits to be auctioned on eBay to help terrorist attack victims INDIANAPOLIS, Monday, Oct. 29, 2001 - Auctions of Formula One driver suits and helmets - all but one used by F1 superstars at the second annual SAP United States Grand Prix at Indianapolis Motor Speedway - will start Wednesday, Oct. 31 at eB ... Continue reading
FW: NOTES AND QUOTES; WINSTON CUP; PHOENIX INT'L RACEWAY
> NOTES AND QUOTES; WINSTON CUP; PHOENIX INT'L RACEWAY > POST-RACE; OCT. 28; PAGE 1 > > > TONY STEWART, NO. 20 HOME DEPOT PONTIAC GRAND PRIX: > "We were best in class today. We just missed the setup a little bit. > But a top five - still that's a great day for us. ... Continue reading
News from Kenworth: Kenworth Launches Major Fuel Economy Awareness Program
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jeff Parietti, (425) 828-5196 jparietti@paccar.com Kenworth Launches Major Fuel Economy Awareness Program To Assist Fleets, Owner Operators Publishes White Paper, Creates New Website Link KIRKLAND, Wash., Oct. 29, 2001 - Kenworth Truck Company launched a major fuel economy aw ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Stockholders and Consumers Benefit As Combined Hughes-EchoStar Provides Meaningful Competitor To Cable TV Companies NEW YORK –– General Motors Corp. and its subsidiary Hughes Electronics together with EchoStar Communications Corporation , today announced the signing of definitive agree ... Continue reading
PONTIAC-GMC RETURNS AS OFFICIAL VEHICLES OF NHRA
GLENDORA, Calif. (Oct. 29, 2001) - The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) announced today that Pontiac-GMC will return in 2002 as the Official Car and Official Truck of the NHRA. It will be the sixth year that Pontiac has served as the Official Car of the NHRA and the 13th for GMC as the Official Truck of the 50-year- ... Continue reading
Press Release: General Motors Group of Companies
Press Release: General Motors Group of Companies Date of Release: Oct 29, 2001 Confirms at "A" and R-1 (low) David Schroeder, Kam Hon / 416-593-5577 ext.2232, ext.2243 / e-mail: dschroeder@dbrs.com General Motors Corporation Rating Trend Rating Action Debt Rated "A" Negative Confirmed Long-Term Debt R-1 (low) Stable Co ... Continue reading
QDS/CCITRIAD Partner to Deliver Business Information Solutions to Automotive Aftermarket
BOISE, Idaho--Oct. 29, 2001--Quality Design Systems, Inc. (QDS), a business information solutions provider delivering integrated point-of-sale (POS) and accounting systems to the tire and automotive industries, announced today that it has formed a partnership with CCITRIAD, the leading provider of management and inform ... Continue reading
SILVER CROWN, SPRINTS, MIDGETS & IRL AT NAZARETH!
SILVER CROWN, SPRINTS, MIDGETS & IRL AT NAZARETH! USAC's three National racing series will share the spotlight on pavement for the first time ever April 20-21, 2002 as they join the Indy Racing League for what promises to be a fantastic weekend of competition at the Nazareth (Pa.) Speedway. "We are certainly looking fo ... Continue reading
DIXON CAPTURES ROOKIE OF THE YEAR HONORS IN AUSTRALIA
(Queensland, Australia) - PacWest Racing's Scott Dixon, driver of the #18 Nextel Powerware Panasonic PacWest Toyota, finished 15th and scoreless Sunday, but clinched the $50,000 Jim Trueman Rookie of the Year Award in the process. With a 98-56 championship points lead over Bruno Junqueira of Target Chip Ganassi Racing, ... Continue reading
Fitch Issues Presale Report on DaimlerChrysler Auto Trust 2001-D
NEW YORK--Oct. 29, 2001--Fitch issued a presale report today on DaimlerChrysler Auto Trust 2001-D discussing the rating analysis behind Fitch's expected 'AAA' ratings on the class A notes. The securities are backed by a pool of prime retail installment sales contracts secured by new and used automobiles and light duty ... Continue reading
Heartland Express Webcast Announcement
CORALVILLE, Iowa--Oct. 29, 2001--Heartland Express, Inc. announced today that on Wednesday, October 31, 2001, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Russell Gerdin, CFO John Cosaert and Michael Gerdin, Vice President of Regional Operations will make a presentation to the investment community at the BB & T Logistics/Trans ... Continue reading
KAHNE SWEEPS IRWINDALE SPRINTS
KAHNE SWEEPS IRWINDALE SPRINTS, MIDGETS TQ FINALE PRECEDES MIDGETS SATURDAY AT BAKERSFIELD Kasey Kahne of Enumclaw, Wash. swept to victories in Saturday night's USAC WorldCom Western Midget Car and Western Sprint Car feature events at the Irwindale (Calif.) Speedway. It marked only the 14th "sweep" in 123 USAC Sprint/M ... Continue reading
-- One of the most diverse fields of environmentally positive automotive technologies ever assembled was poised to compete in the 2001 Michelin Challenge Bibendum, which took place this past weekend at the California Speedway in Fontana, Calif. In addition to eight of the world's top automakers, several universities, i ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--Oct. 29, 2001-- Shoot, Edit And Personalize Your Own Videos and Other Free Multimedia Content for Journalists -------------------------------------------------- GM's Hughes Electronics to Merge With EchoStar Communications General Motors Corp. and its subsidiary Hughes Electronics together with EchoStar Commu ... Continue reading
Campbell Ends Championship Season With Victory
MARTINSVILLE, VA (October 29, 2001) â“ Clay Campbell proved again Saturday his track championship isnâ™t a fluke. Campbell started on the pole and led every lap of the Limited Late Model feature at Caraway Speedway Saturday evening. His fifth win of the season came two weeks after he had clinched the Limited ... Continue reading
Consumer Portfolio Services Inc. Reports Third Quarter Net Earnings
IRVINE, Calif.--Oct. 29, 2001--Consumer Portfolio Services Inc. , today announced net earnings for its third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2001. Net earnings for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2001 were $253,000, or $0.01 per diluted share, compared with a net loss of $1.2 million, or ($0.06) per diluted share, for the quarter ... Continue reading
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Oct. 29, 2001--Immersion Corporation, , the pioneering developer of sensory interaction technology, announced today that third quarter 2001 total revenues were $4.5 million, as compared with $3.8 million in the third quarter of 2000, an increase of 18%. The third quarter 2001 revenue was comprised of ... Continue reading
National Safety COuncil News Release, Oct. 29, 2001
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 29, 2001 CONTACT: Joe Larkin (630) 775-2303 Two Federal Executives Assigned to Help U.S.Prepare for 2005 World Safety Congress ITASCA, IL - Two senior Federal executives have been assigned to work with the National Safety Council (NSC) on preparations for the 17th World Safety Congress, to ... Continue reading
NEXIQ Technologies' eTechnician Selected by Transmission Manufacturer ZF Meritor
MANCHESTER, N.H.--Oct. 29, 2001-- Move Demonstrates Market Desire for Wireless Vehicle Connectivity Among Commercial Vehicles NEXIQ Technologies (OTCBB: NEXQ) today announced that ZF Meritor LLC, a leading manufacturer of transmissions to vehicle OEMs, has selected NEXIQ Technologies' eTechnician(TM) telematics system ... Continue reading
Top 3 Divisional Winners from RLV Tuned Exhaust 300 held at Amelia Motor Raceway 10/27/01
Attached are the top three divisional winners from Saturday night's RLV Tuned Exhaust 300 held at Amelia Motor Raceway. We only have one more race left, and that will be held this Saturday, November 3, so come out for the Chesterfield Trailer & Hitch 300 this weekend! Our banquet will be held Friday evening, November 3 ... Continue reading
XKR Coupe Sports Car - The Cat With the Sharpest Claws
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30 -- For the first time in North America, Jaguar today showed a development of its XKR Coupe sports car, the XKR-R Performance Prototype. The vehicle debuted at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA)'s trade show here. This also is the first time that Jaguar North America has had an official ... Continue reading
Delphi To Focus on North American Sales and Services
TROY, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Norman Young and Ken Szymczak have been appointed director of North American sales, Delphi Aftermarket Operations, and general director, supply chain management, Delphi Aftermarket Operations respectively, according to Francisco A. (Frank) Ordonez, general manager, Delphi Aftermarket Operations. ... Continue reading
The Cobalt Group, Inc. Announces Adjournment of Special Meeting of Shareholders
SEATTLE--Oct. 30, 2001--The Cobalt Group, Inc. announced that it has adjourned the special meeting of shareholders scheduled for today, Tuesday, October 30, 2001, to Tuesday, November 13, 2001, at 9:00 a.m. local time. The meeting had been called to consider the agreement and plan of merger between Cobalt and Cobalt Ac ... Continue reading
Dana to Provide Advanced Front and Rear Axles for Three Land Rover Vehicles
TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- Dana Corporation announced today that its Traction Technologies Group has been selected to supply front and rear axles to support Land Rover's future platform initiatives in the premium sport-utility market.The high-volume family of advanced, four-wheel drive vehicles will incorporate a variety ... Continue reading
FORD MOTOR COMPANY PRESENTS 24 SHOW VEHICLES AT ANNUAL SEMA GATHERING LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30, 2001 – Celebrating automotive enthusiasm, Ford Motor Company will showcase more than 24 vehicles at the 2001 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show. Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mazda, Mercury and Volvo pro ... Continue reading
GRAND AM: Law to Pull Triple Duty at Finale
PHOENIX, Arizona (October 30, 2001) â“ Grand American Road Racing Series driver, Darren Law, is getting as much seat time as possible at the Grand-Am Finale at Daytona International Speedway. Lawâ™s main priority of the weekend will be navigating the #81 G&W Motorsports/Motorola/Commscope Porsche GT3- ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: DEWALT Racing Ready to Roll at The Rock
Matt Kenseth's Performance Summary at Rockingham: Date: 02/27/00 Start: 6 Finish: 37 Laps: 383/393 Money Won: $31,200 Status: Running Date: 10/22/00 Start: 28 Finish: 25 Laps: 391/393 Money Won: $36,775 Status: Running Date: 02/25/01 Start: 38 Finish: 28 Laps; 389/393 Money Won: $45,200 Status: Running Matt Kenseth's t ... Continue reading
Indy Racing to headline open wheel fesival at Nazareth
USAC Silver Crown, Sprint, Midget races also on weekend schedule ALLENTOWN, Pa., Monday, Oct. 29, 2001 - The Indy Racing Northern Light Series will headline an exciting, unique weekend of open-wheel racing April 19-21, 2002, at Nazareth Speedway. Also competing that weekend at the D-shaped, 1-mile oval in the Lehigh Va ... Continue reading
From The Horses Mouth: Jacques Out, Ford In. Complete Press Release
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 30– The Board of Directors of Ford Motor Company today announced that William Clay Ford Jr. has been named chief executive officer and continues as chairman of the board. Nick Scheele is appointed chief operating officer of the company and president, Ford Automotive Operations, effective imm ... Continue reading
Bobby Likis, Car-Talk Radio Personality, to Be Spokesperson for WrencheadPro Manager Software
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Oct. 30 -- Wrenchead, Inc., a leader in Ecommerce enabling Software and Electronic Cataloging solutions to the Automotive Aftermarket Industry, today announced that Bobby Likis, nationally syndicated car-talk radio personality and host of ``Bobby Likis Car Clinic'' and ``Car Clinic Minute,'' will be ... Continue reading
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Reports Consolidated Financial Results
--> TOKYO, Oct. 30 -- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal second quarter and the first half ended September 30, 2001.Second Quarter ResultsHonda's consolidated net income for the fiscal second quarter ended September 30, 2001 totaled 84.3 billion yen ($707 million), a ... Continue reading
SAN FRANCISCO--Oct. 30, 2001--In what must be a California first Rain actually had the nerve to fall on the ground causing unbeliveable hardshipos on the sunnty californiaians. AAA urges motorists to drive with caution as the rainy season and dark winter months once again challenge California drivers. "The highest numb ... Continue reading
WESTFORD, Mass.--Oct. 30, 2001-- Les Bonney to Lead Sales Force to Expand Product Collaboration Throughout Key Region MatrixOne, Inc. , a leading provider of product collaboration solutions for the value chain, today announced the addition of Les Bonney to the Company's senior management team. Bonney will serve as vice ... Continue reading
Global Technovations Announces Late Fiscal Year 2000 Annual Meeting to be Held On January 31, 2002
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla.--Oct. 30, 2001--Global Technovations, Inc. (AMEX:GTN) (or the "Company") announced today that it would hold its Annual Shareholders meeting on January 31, 2002 for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2000 for the purpose of electing directors and auditors. No business presentation will be made. ... Continue reading
COLUMBIA, Md.--Oct. 30, 2001--Lafarge Building Materials in Calera, AL, has chosen General Physics (GP) to develop a training program to support their plant expansion project. Lafarge Building Materials, part of Lafarge North America, is the leading producer and supplier of quality cements to the Southeastern construct ... Continue reading
WAYNE, Pa.--Oct. 30, 2001--Mobility Technologies (Mobility) announced today it has developed probe collection software that enables it to collect speed and location data from vehicles starting with its own traffic reporting fleet. Called Traffic Pulse Probe Collector (SM), the software complements Mobility's Digital Tr ... Continue reading
PITTSBURGH & CLEARWATER, Fla.--Oct. 30, 2001-- Pinnacle Business Management (Pink Sheets:PCBM) announced today that its outstanding debt balance has been eliminated as a result of completing two deals. All Pro Auto Mall business unit has completed the previously announced multimillion dollar property purchase/exchange ... Continue reading
NASHUA, N.H.--Oct. 30, 2001--Tecnomatix Technologies, Ltd. , the leading provider of Manufacturing Process Management software solutions, today announced that SCI Systems - Latin America has selected eM-Verifeed for its real-time part and feeder control systems. SCI's eM-Verifeed installation will encompass five manufa ... Continue reading
WESTFORD, Mass.--Oct. 30, 2001--MatrixOne, Inc. , a leading provider of product collaboration solutions for the value chain(TM), today announced that Germany's W.E.T. Automotive Systems AG, a leading manufacturer of seat heating systems and conductive components for the automotive industry, has chosen MatrixOne to supp ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz First to Offer Motorola V60 Hands-Free Phone System
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Ill. and MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 30 -- With over a decade of experience featuring Motorola hands-free in-car phone systems, Mercedes-Benz will become the first automaker to offer the Motorola V60 integrated hands-free phone system, which offers many new conveniences for consumers. Identified by its slee ... Continue reading
GARDENA, Calif., Oct. 30 -- Infiniti, the luxury division of Nissan North America, Inc., today announced it will maintain 2001 prices on its popular QX4 sport utility vehicle for 2002. The new QX4, with its advanced All-Mode 4WD® system and an array of standard luxury enhancements, remains priced at a Manufacturer's S ... Continue reading
Woodside and Team Walker Motorsports Looking for Winston West Top Five
Contacts: Donna Walker Team Walker Motorsports 661/702-9923 dwwteam@aol.com Barbara Evans Evans MMPR 818/832-7649 evansmmpr@earthlink.net FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WOODSIDE AND TEAM WALKER MOTORSPORTS HOPE TO FINISH 2001 WINSTON WEST SEASON IN TOP FIVE October 29, 2001 (Valencia, Calif.) - With just eight points separating ... Continue reading
CART: Toyota - Fontana Fast Facts
MARLBORO 500 PRESENTED BY TOYOTA Date: Nov. 4, 2001 Broadcast: ESPN, 3:30 p.m. EST (Live) Race Length: 250 laps for 507.250 miles Track Length: 2.029-mile oval 2000 Winner: Christian Fittipaldi Toyota's Best Finish: 9th, Robby Gordon, 1998 Toyota's Best Qualifying: 1st, Scott Pruett, 1999 Track Speed Records: Qualifyin ... Continue reading
SCCA: Vision Entertainment joins SCCA Sponsorship
CENTENNIAL, Colo. (October 29, 2001) -- The Sports Car Club of America, Inc. and SCCA Pro Racing Ltd. have named Vision Entertainment to its sales and marketing services force. Vision Entertainment, of Laguna Beach, Calif., will oversee new sponsorship and sales ventures pertaining to the Rally, Solo and Club Racing de ... Continue reading
Three Drivers/Teams Still in Running for Like a Rock Award
FONTANA, Calif.: After 23 races of the 24-race 2001 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, Addington Racing and rookie Travis Kvapil, with 4111 of a possible 4181 laps completed in the No. 60 Cat Rental Stores Silverado, continue to lead Chevrolet¹s "Like a Rock" Award standings. With one race remaining and 100 laps to be cou ... Continue reading
Say Buh Buye To Nasser, Say Hello To Another Ford At Ford…Surprise
DETROIT - Well the other shoe fell, after almost a year of rumors, denials and bullshit, Jacques Nasser was ousted as president and chief executive officer of Ford Motor Co. and will be replaced as CEO by Ford Chairman William Clay Ford Jr. This commentator observed three months ago, "that in a family business if you a ... Continue reading
Raudman Clinches 2001 Featherlite Southwest Series, Nascar Touring Championship
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Dave Reed Dave Reed Racing 800/245-5299 dr@advantagememory.com Barbara Evans Evans-MMPR 818/832-7649 evansmmpr@earthlink.net RAUDMAN CLINCHES 2001 FEATHERLITE SOUTHWEST SERIES, NASCAR TOURING CHAMPIONSHIP Rancho Santa Margarita, California (October 29, 2001) - It was a truly thrilling mo ... Continue reading
* REVISED * REVISE * REVISED * AMERICAN RACING ASSOCIATION SOUTHERN THUNDER LATE MODEL SERIES UNOFFICIAL FINAL 2001 POINTS 1. Paul Kelley,Snellville GA,334 2. Stephen Leicht,Asheville NC,329 3. Michael Lance,Dacula GA,314 4. Dwayne Buggay,Marietta GA,225 5. ... Continue reading
KELLEY WINS WORLD CROWN AND CHAMPIONSHIP
for immediate release October 28, 2001 KELLEY WINS WORLD CROWN AND CHAMPIONSHIP JEFFERSON, GEORGIA - Paul Kelley, of Snellville, GA, entered the World Crown 200 leading the American Racing Association (ARA) Southern Thunder late model series championship points race by a single point over Stephen Leicht of Asheville, N ... Continue reading
David Rutledge Canadian Champion Race Driver of the Year
October 29, 2001 David Rutledge: 2001 Canadian Champion Race Driver of the Year In addition to finishing second in the 2001 CART Toyota Atlantic Championship, West Vancouver's David Rutledge has been nominated for the second annual Greg Moore Legacy Award. Other nominees for the award include Patrick Carpentier, Dario ... Continue reading
EXTENDED CONTRACT FOR WILLIAMSF1 CHIEF DESIGNER WilliamsF1's Managing Director, Frank Williams, and Technical Director, Patrick Head, are delighted to announce Chief Designer, Gavin Fisher, has signed a new long-term contract with the team. Geoff Willis, currently the team's Chief Aerodynamicist, is to take up a more s ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Buick Rendezvous has proven popular for uniquely combining the versatility of a minivan, the capability of an SUV and the ride and comfort of a luxury sedan. With its Rendezvous Mobility offering, Buick makes its successful crossover vehicle available to millions of Americans with disabili ... Continue reading
Pontiac Aztek SRV (Sport Rally Vehicle)
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 The Pontiac Aztek SRV (Sport Rally Vehicle) showcases the exterior enhancements to the 2002 Aztek—plus a whole lot more. The Aztek SRV, debuting at the 2001 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas, accents the utility of the vehicle, with numerous modification ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Unexpected comfort – in areas such as interior roominess, features and amenities, and smooth ride – is a hallmark of GMC Envoy. With the Envoy Pet Pro, unexpected comfort is extended to the family pet. “A large percentage of Envoy owners take their dogs or other pets with ... Continue reading
GMC C7500 Pro-Rollback concept vehicle
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Your vehicle requires assistance. Not the most pleasant of experiences … at least not prior to the GMC C7500 Pro-Rollback concept vehicle. “In developing the GMC C7500 Pro-Rollback concept vehicle, our goal was to create the ultimate towing and recovery vehicle, a vehicle that ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Merging the people- and cargo-carrying capability of a van with the go-anywhere ability of an SUV, the Savana Trekker breaks new ground as a sport-utility van. The Trekker provides adventure seekers full-size comfort and space, combined with an all-wheel drive system that provides superior ... Continue reading
Cavalier 220 Turbo Sport Coupe
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Over the last year or so, Cavalier designers have undertaken the challenge to see just how far they can stretch Cavalier’s boundaries. Using a big dose of creativity and the new 2.2-liter Ecotec four-cylinder engine, they’ve produced the Cavalier 220 Turbo Sport Coupe. “T ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Cavalier has long been GM’s best-selling passenger car, with more than 236,800 units purchased in 2000. Targeted at the youthful 18-25 market, a group that tends to personalize and accessorize their vehicles, a new family of customized Cavaliers debuts at the 2001 Specialty Equipment ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 When it comes to handling and control, it’s a foregone conclusion that GMC Yukon 4Sight sets a new benchmark for its segment. That’s because the 4Sight features the first application of a four-wheel steering system in a full-size SUV. Known as Quadrasteer, the innovative system ... Continue reading
GMC Sierra Pro Plus Vortec 6000 V8
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Packed with innovative features and powered by a supercharged Vortec 6000 V8, the GMC Sierra Pro Plus represents the next step in professional grade trucks for contractors, builders and other tradesmen. With its ingenious solutions such as quarter side storage and a removable split rear se ... Continue reading
2002 Monte Carlo SS Dale Earnhardt Signature Edition
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Whether on the racetrack or on the road, the Chevrolet Monte Carlo has always stood for performance. Long known as the winningest nameplate in the history of NASCAR Winston Cup, the production model’s sleek, race-inspired looks and performance has earned it a spot as one of Chevrolet ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 The Cavalier Maui 155 is a lifestyle sedan with Asian-themed tropical graphic styling and design elements that are intended to appeal to young women. Its 2.2-liter Ecotec four-cylinder engine develops 155 hp and is coupled with an electronically controlled automatic transmission. "The vehi ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Front-wheel drive drag racing fans will surely notice a new addition on the strip this season when the Cavalier 425 A/FX coupe exhibition vehicle debuts. Built as a companion to GM Racing’s new 650 hp-plus front-wheel drive car, the new Cavalier 425 A/FX coupe will tour the increasin ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 For General Motors, the aftermarket is no longer an afterthought. By integrating accessory development early in the vehicle development process and by working more closely with specialty equipment manufacturers, GM is ensuring a full lineup of high-quality accessories throughout the lifecy ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Created to demonstrate the unlimited street potential of Cavalier, the 263 Super Sport is one of the fastest production-based Cavaliers ever built. This California tuner-theme vehicle, coated in a screaming shade of tangerine, is meant to satisfy the cravings of the West Coast youth who ar ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 After the successful introduction of the Chevy Cavalier earlier this year into the high-performance world of NHRA Pro Stock drag racing, GM’s best-selling brand is making its debut in front-wheel drive competition. The GM Racing Chevrolet Cavalier Drag Car, the newest addition to the ... Continue reading
Frost & Sullivan forecast huge growth for biodiesel market
EU Directives will Fuel Growth of the European Biodiesel Market 29 October 2001 The imminent announcement by the European Commission of its proposals for two new directives to ensure that biofuels make an important contribution to the total automotive fuel consumption in the EU will give a huge boost to the European Bi ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 At the 2001 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, Pontiac will showcase the newest addition to GM Racing's front-wheel drive drag-racing program, the Sunfire Drag Racer. “With its rapid growth and enthusiasm among its contestants, this racing series is where Pontiac Sun ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 The Pontiac Vibe Fx show car offers a hint at what can be done to customize the Vibe. Along with all-wheel drive, the Vibe Fx is equipped with a body kit and other features that make it appealing to young drivers on the go. “Vibe presents a host of opportunities to accessorize and cu ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 The Pontiac Sunfire HO 2.4 is a showcase of automotive customizing and accessorizing with the performance enthusiast in mind. The Sunfire HO 2.4, introduced at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas, features a sporty exterior appearance and a race-oriented interior, ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 The Cadillac Escalade has developed quite a following in the past few years. Considered the SUV of choice for many professional athletes, celebrities and enthusiasts, the distinctive second-generation version delivers performance, luxury and style in a smart package. Now, a twin-turbocharg ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Start with the mid-size SUV that sets the world standard for sophisticated performance – and then make it even more comfortable, convenient and versatile. That’s the elegantly simple idea behind the GMC Envoy Max. “GMC Envoy is the SUV that can handle anything without com ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 The Pontiac Firebird Raptor is an example of the ultimate in aftermarket tuning for maximum performance in an aggressive yet elegant package. The Firebird Raptor was constructed by Rytek Projektz, a Ventura, Calif.-based automotive marketing and engineering firm. At the heart of Firebird R ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 For the 2002 model year, Pontiac has introduced a Grand Prix 40th Anniversary version for its GT and GTP Coupe and Sedan models. Some of the special appointments that set the 40th Anniversary Grand Prix apart on the road include: A unique hood and rear spoiler, dual-dual exhaust system, ro ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 As the most versatile compact pickup on the market, the GMC Sonoma Crew Cab combines the heart of an SUV with the rugged soul of a pickup. The Sonoma ZR5 previews some of the ways GMC plans to add to its professional grade capability to make it even more adaptable to customer needs. “ ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 How do you give even more muscle to the HUMMER H1? One way is to outfit it with the Vortec 8100, the contemporary version of General Motors’ legendary big-block V8. But the Vortec 8100 is just one of the features that make the HUMMER H1 Alpha Vision Vehicle the logical evolution of t ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 Since its debut in 1997, the Chevy Malibu has developed a solid reputation for dependable, reliable transportation that’s perfect for family life, road trips and daily commuting. It offers style, comfort and standard V6 power, all for a great price. Yet beneath that rather conservati ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 The Cavalier Z24R 180 is one in a series of five Cavaliers that Chevrolet has modified for the tuner crowd. The Z24R front-wheel drive sedan uses the 2.2-liter Ecotec engine as a platform for creativity. “We designed the Z24R to reflect the hip-hop, techno culture and fashion lifesty ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 With its turbocharged engine and sizzling yellow-to-red paint scheme, the Saturn SCX three-door coupe is a sure bet to ignite the passion of performance-car enthusiasts. The SCX’s 1.9-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine was modified by Saturn Motorsports of San Diego to yield an estimated 3 ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 29, 2001 The all-new 2003 Pontiac Vibe and Vibe GT bring a new burst of excitement to the front-drive, entry-level segment. The new Vibe GT-R show car takes the excitement level up a notch by appealing directly to enthusiasts in the segment with a sporty exterior and accessories package and, of cou ... Continue reading
Prestolite Electric Announces Third Quarter 2001 Results
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Oct. 29, 2001--Prestolite Electric Holding, Inc. and its wholly-owned operating subsidiary, Prestolite Electric Incorporated, today announced results for the third quarter of 2001. Prestolite sales for the third quarter of 2001 fell 8.3% from the third quarter of 2000, to $39.1 million. EBITDA (earnin ... Continue reading
Rhino Linings Founder Sees Opportunity in Challenging Environment
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 29 -- Despite vehicle production in North America dropping by about one million vehicles this year and the big three reacting by laying off thousands of workers, Rhino Linings USA, Inc. continues to grow, recently surpassing the 500-dealer mark. While other segments of the automotive aftermarket have se ... Continue reading
FONTANA, Calif., Oct. 27 -- In a test of driving skill and vehicle performance, participants in the Michelin Challenge Bibendum have proven that environmentally positive vehicles do not have to sacrifice driving pleasure or responsive performance.Based on the slalom test procedures used by the Automobile Club of Southe ... Continue reading
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