Grand-Am Cup Teams Featured in Commericals, Car Shows and Magazines This Month
EDITORS NOTE: Additional information may be requested from Grand American Road Racing Association. Contact: Christie Hyde 386-681-4182; CHyde@grand-am.com *********************************************************** ***** Grand-Am Cup Teams Featured in Commericals, Car Shows and Magazines This Month DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. ... Continue reading
Carlisle Companies Reports Second Quarter Earnings
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--July 15, 2002--Carlisle Companies Incorporated reported second quarter earnings of $24.7 million, or $.81 per share (diluted) on sales of $552 million. Earnings were up 49% over second quarter 2001 earnings of $16.6 million or $.54 per share (diluted) on a 13% increase in sales. A substantial portion o ... Continue reading
Hinke Selling Shares to Provide Thermal Energy Temporary Bridge Financing-Good Luck Tom!
OTTAWA--July 15, 2002-- Mr. Hinke to provide temporary operations financing as needed until either cash flow improves or new working capital investment is secured Thermal Energy International Inc. (TSX Venture Exchange, stock symbol TMG, www.tse-cdnx.com) announced today that Company President & CEO, and Founder Thomas ... Continue reading
SEATTLE--July 15, 2002--Auteo Media, Inc., a provider of communication and advertising solutions for the automotive industry reported that the shareholders voted to approve the sale of the assets of the Company's data collection business to Trader Publishing for $1.5 million dollars. It was reported that a quorum was p ... Continue reading
Alex Job Racing - Washington Preview
street savvy Alex Job Racing enters the American Le Mans Series race in Washington, D.C., looking for its fourth GT victory of the season. But the team will have to overcome the inherent challenges of tight turns and close concrete barriers that typify a temporary circuit, plus the effects of sweltering temperatures, t ... Continue reading
Indian Motorcycle Names Frank O'Connell, Chairman of the Board, and Louis Terhar appointed President
GILROY, Calif.--July 15, 2002--Indian Motorcycle Corporation ("IMC") announced today the promotion of Frank O'Connell to the position of Chairman of the Board, and named Louis F. Terhar President. Strong growth at IMC continues, with retail sales of the company's motorcycles up 61% during the first half of 2002, propel ... Continue reading
New EU Retail Auto Rules Could Benefit Consumers
FRANKFURT, July 15 - Madeline Chambers writing for Reuters reportred that the European Commission looks likely to favour consumers and resist pressure from the powerful auto industry this week by voting to open the car retailing business to greater competition. European Competition Commissioner Mario Monti has made som ... Continue reading
Mazda Zoom-Zoom-Zoom'n In China
China firm to start selling Mazda car this week SHANGHAI, July 15 Reuters is reporting that China's FAW Hainan Motor Co Ltd will launch sales of Mazda's Familia car this week and aims to sell 10,000 of them this year, an official at the Hainan car plant said on MOnday. Japan's fifth largest auto maker has an agreement ... Continue reading
From The Horses Mouth - BMW China Deal
July 2002 State Council approves project proposal for joint venture between BMW Group and Brilliance. Next step is verification of feasibility study. Munich. The project proposal for a Sino-German joint venture in China between the BMW Group and the Chinese car manufacturer Brilliance has been approved in written form ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--July 15, 2002--A new theme map published by the Automobile Club of Southern California about the Southland's beaches will steer locals and tourists to the best beaches in Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego counties. The laminated mapguide "GreatestHits(TM) Southern California Beaches" highlights the Golden ... Continue reading
Cancelled -- Jimmie Johnson teleconference
Jimmie Johnson's weekly media teleconference is cancelled this week due to his Indianapolis testing schedule. The next call will take place on Tuesday, July 23. I will forward more details about that call later this week. ... Continue reading
Fitch Issues Presale Report On DaimlerChrysler Auto Trust 2002-B
NEW YORK--July 15, 2002--Fitch Ratings has issued a presale report today on DaimlerChrysler Auto Trust 2002-B discussing the rating analysis behind Fitch's expected 'AAA' ratings on the class A notes. The securities are backed by a pool of retail installment sales contracts secured by new and used automobiles and light ... Continue reading
Fw: USAR Driver John Kinder & CBS.Sportsline.com
This is a team press release from John Kinder...driver of the #08 Hooters ProCup Series car.... TS ----- Original Message ----- From: <PR4Racers@aol.com> To: <hooters@karnac.com> Cc: <usar@bellsouth.net> Sent: Monday, July 15, 2002 12:18 PM Subject: USAR Driver John Kinder & CBS.Sportsline.com > For Immediate Release. ... Continue reading
USAR Post Race Story from Peach State
For Immediate Release: Timmy Hutson USAR Media Relations (770) 719-0204 usar@bellsouth.net www.usarprocup.com Steven Christian Walks Away With Peach State Crown Jefferson, GA - Steven Christian picked up his third career USAR Hooters ProCup Victory Saturday night, during the running of the Miller Lite 250 presented by ... Continue reading
ENRG Obtains Grants Totaling $400,000 for Alternate Fuel Vehicle Expansion
SEAL BEACH, Calif.--July 15, 2002--ENRG, North America's leader in clean transportation, has been awarded on behalf of its customers four grants totaling $400,000 to help expand the use of alternate fuel vehicles. The grants were awarded by the US Department of Energy (DOE) as part of its Clean Cities Program, whose mi ... Continue reading
Envirokare Tech, Inc. Announces Appointment of George Kazantzis as Executive Vice President
LAS VEGAS--July 15, 2002--Envirokare Tech, Inc. (OTCBB:ENVK), a marketer of the state-of-the-art Thermoplastic Flowforming (TPF) composite technology and developer of proprietary long-fiber reinforced products, announced that George Kazantzis has been appointed as Executive Vice President of Envirokare. Mr. Kazantzis a ... Continue reading
Hometown Auto Retailers Appoints BDO Seidman as Independent Auditors
WATERTOWN, Conn.--July 15, 2002--Hometown Auto Retailers Inc. (OTC BB: HCAR) Monday announced that that it has retained BDO Seidman, LLP as the company's new independent public accountants for fiscal year 2002, replacing Arthur Andersen LLP. The decision to change independent public accountants was driven by continuing ... Continue reading
LOWELL, Ark.--July 15, 2002--J. B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., announced second quarter 2002 net earnings of $15.5 million, or diluted earnings per share of 40 cents, compared with 2001 second quarter earnings of $8.6 million, or 24 cents per diluted share. Total operating revenue for the current quarter was $557 mi ... Continue reading
2002 USAR Hooters ProCup Series race Facts WHAT: Kroger 250 presented by PEPSI USAR Hooters ProCup Series Race #19 of 32 (Northern Division Race #9) WHERE: New River Valley Speedway - Radford, VA .416- mile, semi-banked asphalt oval WHEN: Saturday, July 20, 2002 DISTANCE: 250 Laps/104 Miles POSTED AWARDS: $113,500 STAR ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Truck to Announce Third Quarter Earnings on July 25, 2002
OSHKOSH, Wis.--July 15, 2002--Oshkosh Truck Corporation , a leading manufacturer of specialty trucks and truck bodies, will issue its third quarter 2002 financial results on July 25, 2002. The company will also issue expectations for fiscal year 2003 performance. A live conference call for security analysts and institu ... Continue reading
Updated USAR Southern Division Pts. as of July 15, 2002
POS. CAR # DRIVER HOMETOWN POINTS 1 5 Bobby Gill Dalton, Ga 1655 2 22 Jason Sarvis Myrtle Beach, SC 1321 3 16 Steven Christian Buford, GA 1317 4 92 Hal Goodson Darlington, SC 1315 5 84 Shane Huffman Hickory, NC 1248 6 28 Michael Ritch High Point, NC 1195 7 23 Toby Robertson Winston Salem, NC 1172 8 33 Billy Mowery R Pi ... Continue reading
USAR Team Press Release ----- Original Message ----- From: Tim Custer To: USAR Tim Southers Sent: Monday, July 15, 2002 10:17 AM Subject: Press release 07/15/02 For immediate release: Bruening Motorsports Crew Member To Perform At Benefit Tim Custer, crew member and P.R. representative for the 07 Bruening Motorsports/J ... Continue reading
USAR Official AP Style Results
Official Race Results USAR - Hooters ProCup Series Miller Lite 250 presented by Jennie-O Turkey Store USAR Hooters ProCup Series Finish Position, Start Position, Driver Name, Hometown, Make, Laps, Money Won 1. (5) Steven Christian, Buford, GA, Ford, 174, $10,500 2. (1) Jason Sarvis, Myrtle Beach, SC, Chevrolet, 174, $6 ... Continue reading
Cohesia Corporation Announces Major Contract from Leading Aircraft Engine Manufacturer
DAYTON & CINCINNATI, Ohio--July 15, 2002--Cohesia Corporation today announced receipt of a multi-million dollar contract from Cincinnati-based GE Aircraft Engines. The initial focus of the program is application of Cohesia's web-based MASS(R) system to the first article inspection process for GE's jet engine components ... Continue reading
FISHER/UNITECH Announces QuickDesign Software Solution for Knowledge-Based Engineering
TROY, Mich.--July 15, 2002-- Engineering Technologies & Services Provider Enables Clients with Custom Solution for Automating Product Development FISHER/UNITECH, a leading engineering technologies firm, today announces its QuickDesign software solution, a customized system that delivers mechanical design automation thr ... Continue reading
Fitch Issues Presale On Honda Auto Receivables 2002-3 Owner Trust
NEW YORK--July 15, 2002--Fitch Ratings has issued a presale report on Honda Auto Receivables 2002-3 Owner Trust discussing the rating analysis behind Fitch's expected 'AAA' ratings on the class A notes. The securities are backed by a pool of retail installment sales contracts secured by new and used automobiles and lig ... Continue reading
FleetBoss Develops GPS-Based Tracking Systems For Full Line of Elgin Sweepers
ORLANDO, Fla.--July 15, 2002--FleetBoss Global Positioning Solutions, Inc., based in Fern Park, Fla., today announced the completion of an OEM agreement with the Elgin Sweeper Company of Elgin, Ill. Under the terms of the agreement, FleetBoss will supply Elgin with proprietary vehicle management systems based on global ... Continue reading
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The following is information regarding Spartan Motors, Inc. . If you have any questions regarding the following information, please contact Ben Buursma at 616.233.0500. Thank you for your interest in Spartan Motors. Webcast Alert: Spartan Motors, Inc. Announces 2nd Quarter 2002 Financial Release Conference Call Webcast ... Continue reading
T&O Racing in Style With New Client American Racing Wheels
IRVINE, Calif.--July 15, 2002--The T&O Group, a leading Southern California advertising, interactive and public relations agency has been hired as the Agency of Record for American Racing Wheels, the nation's leading independent wheel company. American Racing, with headquarters in Rancho Dominguez, Calif., owns, manufa ... Continue reading
For Immediate Release: Timmy Hutson USAR Media Relations (770) 719-0204 usar@bellsouth.net www.usarprocup.com The Champions Prepare to Battle at New River Valley Speedway Radford, VA - So far in the 2002 USAR Hooters ProCup Northern Division Series rookie Brian Ross has shown the rest of the field that he isn't your ty ... Continue reading
Contact: Nealie Hamilton, Chip Ganassi Racing, 704/662-9642, nhamilton@ganassi.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 14, 2002 TEAM TARGET FINISHES 32nd IN CHICAGOLAND Spencer drops to 23rd place in NASCAR Winston Cup championship points JOLIET, Ill. (July 14, 2002) - The No. 41 Target Dodge Intrepid R/T driven by Jimmy Spence ... Continue reading
NHRA Pre-Race: Former Nugget Hammonds Ready to Strike Gold In Denver
(Note: The following is attached in text format for your convenience.) Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 J2Racing@aol.com FORMER NUGGET HAMMONDS READY TO STRIKE GOLD IN DENVER Winnebago/GM Vehicle Care Cavalier crew hopes for successful homecoming at Bandimere Speedway Crestview, Fla., Ju ... Continue reading
MASSARI AND JDC MOTORSPORTS SET FOR BREAK-OUT SHOWING AT MID-OHIO
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MASSARI AND JDC MOTORSPORTS SET FOR BREAK-OUT SHOWING AT MID-OHIO MINNEAPOLIS, MN. (July 15, 2002) -JDC Motorsports and driver Anthony Massari are poised for a strong showing at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in early August, heading into the final stretch of the 2002 Formula Ford 2000 Zetec Champ ... Continue reading
AMA TAPS ERMOLENKO TO CAPTAIN SPEEDWAY TEAM USA; HAMILL AND HANCOCK ALSO NAMED TO SQUAD
AMA TAPS ERMOLENKO TO CAPTAIN SPEEDWAY TEAM USA; HAMILL AND HANCOCK ALSO NAMED TO SQUAD PICKERINGTON, OHIO -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has named former World Speedway Champion Sam Ermolenko as captain of 2002 Speedway World Cup Team USA. Joining Ermolenko will be Billy Hamill and Greg Hancock, also f ... Continue reading
Ford's German unit sticks to forecast of 2002 profit
July 15, 2002 COLOGNE, GERMANY Bloomberg news reported that Ford-Werke AG stuck to its forecast of earning a profit this year as the German unit of the No. 2 carmaker introduces new car models, making up for a decline in Western European sales. Ford Motor Co. also plans to buy out the other shareholders of Ford-Werke a ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: July 15, 2002 DETROIT -- General Motors today unveiled a television ad for Pontiac's newest model, the Vibe. It targets young, urban-minded, trendsetters with a tagline urging viewers to "Find Your Vibe." This is the first work for GM from Vigilante, a unit of Bcom3 Group's Pangea. The spot, while it highl ... Continue reading
July 15 Is Dell-Winston Solar Car Day
AUSTIN, Texas--July 15, 2002--Dell The 2002 Dell-Winston Solar Car Challenge opens today with Texas State Representative Will Hartnett, Indy Racing League driver Greg Ray and other local elected officials on hand at the Dallas City Hall plaza. Representative Hartnett will welcome the teams and their self-made, solar-po ... Continue reading
Lincoln Continues Support Of Automotive Fine Art Showcased at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
CARMEL, Calif.--July 15, 2002--The most prestigious classic car event in the world will again feature a show and sale of works by the world's premier automotive fine artists. The Automotive Fine Arts Society (AFAS) will hold its 17th annual exhibit during the 52nd Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance on August 18, 2002, in ... Continue reading
Future Of Telematics Now "May " be Bluetooth
July 15, 2002 The AP's Ed Garsten submitted this story. "Very rarely has the death of a venture elicited as many "told you so's" as when Ford Motor Co. pulled the plug last month on Wingcast LLC, its attempt to give vehicles all sorts of onboard communications capabilities. Analysts said the 18-month-old venture, which ... Continue reading
Higher Belt Use Among Teens Linked to Strong Belt Laws, According to New Study
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Teen seat belt use rates in states with strong belt laws are consistently and significantly higher, presenting compelling evidence of the need to enact primary laws throughout the United States, according to a new study released today by the Air Bag & Seat Belt Safety Campaign of the National Saf ... Continue reading
Value Sparks Increase in Auto Buyer Satisfaction Says Strategic Vision
SAN DIEGO--July 15, 2002--Seeking to revive an industry hard-hit by the events of September 11, auto manufacturers' incentives led to more satisfied new vehicle buyers. This was one of the reasons sparking a 12-point industry-wide increase on Strategic Vision's 2002 Total Quality Index(TM) (TQI). Calculated annually by ... Continue reading
Riviera Tool Company Reports Higher Sales, Improved Performance in Third Quarter
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 15 Riviera Tool Company today announced results for the third quarter of fiscal 2002, reporting sharply higher revenue and continued improvement of financial performance.The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based designer and manufacturer of stamping die systems reported net sales increased 61 percent to $ ... Continue reading
Hydrogenics (Fuel Cell Membranes)Receives Initial Order From Major European Automotive Manufacturer
TORONTO, July 15- HYDROGENICS CORPORATION, a designer and manufacturer of proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell technology, today announced that Hydrogenics' test systems have been selected by a major European automotive company to support the client's expanding fuel cell activities. This initial order totals approx ... Continue reading
Fariss looking forward to running at Charlotte
For immediate release July 14, 2002 Fariss looking forward to running at Charlotte Rocky Mount, VA - SCCS points leader Ron Fariss is looking forward to taking his number 22 Marines Monte Carlo on the road course at Lowe's Motor Speedway on July 19. Farris has competed in a GT1 car on the road course at the Speedway bu ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series - Saturday Qualifying from Doug las Int'l Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - WEST CENTRAL DIVISION DOUGLAS INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY SATURDAY, JULY 13, 2002 BRADSHAW & WILLIAMS CONTINUE TO LEAD FIELDS Douglas, Wyo. - The second and final day of qualifying at the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series race at Douglas International Raceway, present ... Continue reading
Dodge NASCAR Winston Cup prerace notes, quotes from chicagoland
Sunday, July 14 , 2002 Ray Cooper Chicagoland Speedway Golin/Harris International Dodge notes and quotes. 803-466-9085 Tropicana 400 Advance. KYLE PETTY (No. 45 Sprint Dodge Intrepid R/T) NOTE: At an auction in Hot Springs, Va., on the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America, a racing helmet designed by Jacqueline Bower ... Continue reading
The 2003 Infiniti Lineup - Charting the Changes
Infiniti's accelerated pace of new product introductions, which kicked off last year with the all-new 2002 Q45 and refined, more powerful 2002 I35, continues at full speed in the 2003 model year. Following the spring debut of the stunning new G35 sport sedan will be the new M45 performance sedan in early October and th ... Continue reading
Contact: Nealie Hamilton, Chip Ganassi Racing, 704/662-9642, nhamilton@ganassi.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 14, 2002 COORS LIGHT TEAM SCORES TOP-20 FINISH IN TROPICANA 400 Marlin remains first in the Winston Cup championship points race JOLIET, Ill. (July 14, 2002) - Sterling Marlin drove the No. 40 Coors Light Dodge ... Continue reading
Fleetwood RV Reports Results for Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2002
RIVERSIDE, Calif., July 15 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc., the nation's largest manufacturer of recreational vehicles and a leading producer and retailer of manufactured housing, today announced results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended April 28, 2002. Including restructuring and asset impairment charges of ... Continue reading
ZAP Announces Electric Car Rental Program
SEBASTOPOL, Calif., July 15- Working in conjunction with Global Electric Motorcars, LLC, a DaimlerChrysler Company, ZAP announced today it will be renting neighborhood electric vehicles throughout California. ZAP will be soliciting rental agencies and other locations for the program. Neighborhood electric cars are a ne ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler's Q2 seen strong, long-term tough
, European Auto Correspondent FRANKFURT, July 15 Madeline Chambers of Reuters reported that automaker DaimlerChrysler AG is set to post strong second-quarter results on Thursday, helped by further improvement at its U.S. Chrysler arm, even as analysts warn the long-term outlook looks less rosy. The world's fifth-larges ... Continue reading
Biometrics in Automotive Applications - Latest Findings by Frost & Sullivan
Biometrics Technology Raising its Profile as a Key Security Feature in Automotive Applications The automotive industry offers a market brimming with enormous growth prospects for biometrics. The greatest potential of this cutting-edge technology lies in its application as a safety feature rather than a tool of convenie ... Continue reading
Fogarty-Diaz Score Cleveland Podium
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: James Hyneman jhyneman@compuserve.com FOGARTY AND DIAZ VISIT PODIUM AT CLEVELAND Gurney remains key contender in Atlantic Championship CLEVELAND, Ohio (July 15, 2002) - - Dorricott Racing regained a proverbial "good taste in its mouth" Sunday, July 14, at the Marconi Grand Prix of Clevela ... Continue reading
2002 French Grand Prix Preview
Honda F1 Press Information PREVIEW French Grand Prix, 19 - 21 July 2002 ------------------------------------------------ The 11th round of the 2002 FIA Formula One World Championship takes Honda and its partner teams, DHL Jordan Honda and Lucky Strike B.A.R Honda, to Magny Cours for the French Grand Prix. Both teams ar ... Continue reading
Eaton Reports Second Quarter Operating Earnings Up 32% To $1.24 Per Share
CLEVELAND--July 15, 2002--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation today announced operating earnings per share of $1.24 for the second quarter of 2002, 32 percent above comparable results one year earlier. Sales in the quarter were $1.88 billion, 1 percent above last year. Net income before unusual items ... Continue reading
Carpentier wins, ends da Matta's CART streak
July 14, 2002 The AP reported that Patrick Carpentier finally had a fairly uneventful trip around the race track. And a winning one. Carpentier, beset by mechanical problems last week in Toronto, finally got some luck and his second career victory, winning the Marconi Grand Prix of Cleveland on Sunday to end Cristiano ... Continue reading
Review: 2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
YNDICATED AUTOMOTIVE NEWS SERVICES DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS WEEK 28 - (c) 2002 ``SE-R'' is a magic name to Nissan performance enthusiasts, used for the hot version of the Sentra from 1991 through 1994. That 140- horsepower, 2.0-liter pocket rocket brought Nissan performance at a reasonable price, and built ... Continue reading
ARCA Truck release/results, Flat Rock
Top-20 drivers in the ARCA Lincoln Welders Truck Series championship points race after Flat Rock are: 1. Chad Guinn (1660); 2. Pete Wormcastle (1515); 3. Brett Oakley (1495); 4. Darren Jones (1450); 5. ... Continue reading
Harvick wins Chicagoland for Chevrolet
CHEVROLET/TEAM MONTE CARLO NOTES AND QUOTES TROPICANA 400 CHICAGOLAND SPEEDWAY JOLIET, ILL. NO. 18 OF 36 EVENTS NASCAR WINSTON CUP SERIES SUNDAY, JULY 14, 2002 KEVIN HARVICK WINS CHICAGOLAND FOR CHEVROLET GIL MARTIN, CREW CHIEF, NO. 29 GM GOODWRENCH CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO: "The GM Goodwrench car was great today and Kevi ... Continue reading
CHEVROLET/TEAM MONTE CARLO NOTES AND QUOTES TROPICANA 400 CHICAGOLAND SPEEDWAY JOLIET, ILL. NO. 18 OF 36 EVENTS NASCAR WINSTON CUP SERIES SUNDAY, JULY 14, 2002 KEVIN HARVICK PRESS CONFERENCE CONT'D: that point ŠIt hurts the momentum of any race team when you get knocked out. We still were just lacking some chemist ... Continue reading
Harvick wins for first time in a year
July 14, 2002 JOLIET, Ill. AP reported that an aggressive move by Kevin Harvick set the stage for his first win in a year. It also brought a new round of criticism for NASCAR's bad boy, but not before a late-race gamble on gas by crew chief Gil Martin paid off. Harvick was told to stay on the track while most of the ot ... Continue reading
July 14, 2002 Finish Start Driver Car make Laps Winnings 1. (32) Kevin Harvick Chevrolet 267 $200,028. 2. (15) Jeff Gordon Chevrolet 267 $180,268. 3. ... Continue reading
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