GM Enhances Zero Incentive Program
DETROIT - General Motors Corp. today announced enhancements to its retail marketing programs on 2002 and 2003 model year vehicles. Effective October 10 and continuing through October 31, GM is offering "Zero, Zero, Zero" -- no monthly payments for 90 days, no down payment and 0.0% APR financing rates on terms up to 60 ... Continue reading
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.--Oct. 10, 2002--While traffic to independent automotive Web sites by new-vehicle buyers remains high, manufacturer and dealer sites are receiving more attention from online shoppers, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2002 New Autoshopper.com Study(SM) released today. Independent, third ... Continue reading
The European Remote Vehicle Diagnostics (RVD) Market - A New Study By Frost & Sullivan
Remote Vehicle Diagnostics – The Quiet Revolution Signalling A New Era For Auto Makers Remote vehicle diagnostics (RVD) is gradually emerging as a potentially inevitable next step in the technological progression of the automotive industry, with the promise of reduced outlay on warranty, product development and m ... Continue reading
Toyota Starts Mass-producing Passenger Cars in China
October 10, 2002 BEIJING -- Toyota Motor Corp. has started mass production of cars in China in a $100 million joint venture based in Tianjin, a state newspaper reported Wednesday. Toyota launched the first model of the Vios on Tuesday at the Tianjin FAW Xiali Automobile Co. plant, 45 miles southeast of Beijing, the Chi ... Continue reading
BMW September Sales Up - Do Not Reflect Economy
FRANKFURT, Oct 10, 2002; Michael Steen writing for Reuters reported that, Luxury German carmaker BMW AG posted strong September unit sales figures on Thursday, propelled by its new Mini model and booming demand from Britain. The company said its global unit sales in September rose 28 percent to 96,500 units compared wi ... Continue reading
Toyota Starts Mass-producing Passenger Cars in China
October 10, 2002 BEIJING -- Toyota Motor Corp. has started mass production of cars in China in a $100 million joint venture based in Tianjin, a state newspaper reported Wednesday. Toyota launched the first model of the Vios on Tuesday at the Tianjin FAW Xiali Automobile Co. plant, 45 miles southeast of Beijing, the Chi ... Continue reading
Ford Declares Fourth Quarter Dividend
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 10 -The Board of Directors of Ford Motor Company today declared a fourth quarter dividend of 10 cents a share on the company's Class B and common stock. This is the same level of dividend paid in the third quarter of 2002. The board also declared a dividend of 51.5625 cents a share on the deposita ... Continue reading
Climate Control Seat Featured in 2003 Infiniti M45 Performance Sedan
IRWINDALE, Calif., Oct. 10, 2002; Amerigon Incorporated announced today that its Climate Control Seat(TM) (CCS(TM)) system is currently shipping as an optional feature in the all-new 2003 Infiniti M45 performance sedan, which is now available in dealer showrooms. The M45 is the first vehicle made by Nissan, the second ... Continue reading
ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 10 -- The latest industry innovation was unveiled today as Michelin Americas Truck Tires introduced its eTire(TM) System in Orlando, Florida. The eTire System provides fleet managers the real-time information they need to maintain peak efficiency and minimize costs. It is the first and only system o ... Continue reading
Miller Industries, Inc. Announces Agreements In Principle for the Sale Of RoadOne Markets
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Oct. 10, 2002; Miller Industries, Inc. today announced that the Company currently has entered into non-binding agreements in principle for the sale of 27 of its 33 RoadOne® towing service markets, and is in discussions regarding the sale of the six remaining markets. Based on these agreements and d ... Continue reading
Frost & Sullivan to Host Analyst Briefing on North American Fractional Horsepower Motors Market
SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 10, 2002;- Frost & Sullivan (http://www.fluidpower.frost.com ) will host a conference call Thursday, October 10, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. ET to provide industry participants an overview of the recently published study focusing on the North American AC Fractional Horsepower Motors Market (report 7848-17), Nor ... Continue reading
Honda Hopes New Accord Will Buck Stalled Economy In Japan
TOKYO, Oct 10, 2002; Reuters reported today that Honda Motor Co. unveiled remodelled versions of its flagship Accord sedan and wagon and expressed confidence the new models would help it buck a sputtering economy. Japan's second-largest automaker said it aimed to sell 60,000 units annually in Japan of its seventh-gener ... Continue reading
Honda to Suspend Manufacturing at 3 North American Factories
TOKYO, Oct 10, 2002; Reuters reported that Honda Motor Co said today it would halt production at three North American plants because of a parts shortage due to a 10-day U.S. ports dispute and it was was unsure when they would reopen. Honda President Hiroyuki Yoshino told reporters that it planned to halt production of ... Continue reading
TO: ALL NASCAR MEDIA WHAT: CHEVROLET MEDIA ANNOUNCEMENT WHO: MONTE CARLO, GM GOODWRENCH, RCR, ACDELCO WHEN: THURSDAY, OCT. ... Continue reading
International Speedway Reports Record Third Quarter Results
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Oct. 10, 2002; International Speedway Corporation today reported results for the third quarter and nine months ended August 31, 2002.Total revenues for the 2002 third quarter increased to $136.4 million from $132.1 million in 2001. Operating income for the third quarter increased to $49.1 million c ... Continue reading
Tips For Simple Auto Maintenance
BLOOMINGDALE, Ill.--Oct. 10, 2002--October is National Car Care Month and there's no need to stall when it comes to auto maintenance. Firestone Tire & Service Centers offer the following "Top 10 Tips for Great Car Care" to help drivers easily maintain safer, smoother-running vehicles. 1. Read the Owner's Manual Most th ... Continue reading
PulseCore EMI Suppression ICs Undergo Auto Industry's Rigorous Tests
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--Oct. 10, 2002--Alliance Semiconductor Corporation today announced the qualification of its PulseCore product line of general purpose electromagnetic interference (EMI) reduction ICs for the automotive industry. This qualification is based on the successful completion of product tests performed unde ... Continue reading
FINAL DRAG RACE OF 2002 : NOV 21 ... 2003 SEASON OPENS FIRST THURS. IN FEB.
FINAL IRWINDALE DRAGSTRIP 2002 THURSDAY NIGHT TEST & TUNE SESSION SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 21 2003 Season Will Start the First Thursday In February Irwindale, Calif. - - All good things must come to an end, and so Irwindale must announce the final drag strip "Test & Tune" session will take place on Thursday night, Novemb ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries Reports Record Results for Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2002</span>
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Oct. 9, 2002--Winnebago Industries, Inc. , the world's leading motor home manufacturer, today reported record revenues and earnings for the Company's fourth quarter and fiscal year, which ended August 31, 2002. 2002 increased 25.3 percent over revenues of $176.3 million for the fourth quarter last ye ... Continue reading
Fleetwood RV Sales Growth in Class A Motor Homes Outpaces Industry
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Oct. 9, 2002 Fleetwood RV, the nation's leading recreational vehicle manufacturer, holds the top position in year-to-date retail sales and outpaces industry sales growth in the Class A motor home market. According to the latest industry report from Statistical Surveys, Inc., the Class A industry has ... Continue reading
Trucking Group Drives for Nationwide Crackdown on Speeding
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 9 -- Marking its commemoration of the second annual Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day (Thursday, October 10), the American Trucking Associations (ATA) today renewed its call for a nationwide crackdown on speeding cars and trucks. "Speeding is, by everyone's account, one of the most prevalent contri ... Continue reading
9,000+ Automotive Technicians Took NAPA High-Tech Training in 2002
ATLANTA, Oct. 9 -- Thanks to a pioneering program developed by NAPA AUTO PARTS, thousands of automotive technicians across the country received convenient, high-quality technical training right in their own communities in 2002. The NAPA Institute for Automotive Technology (NIAT) OnSite Training Program conducted over 6 ... Continue reading
> For more information, contact: > Amy Hunerberg > Ultra/Evernham Motorsports > 704.577.9456 > ahunerberg@vnet.net > > Atwood and Sirius Crew Ready to "Race and Roll" in Charlotte > > Lowe> '> s Motor Speedway > Concord, N.C. > UAW-GM Quality 500 > 12:30 p.m. (EDT) October 13, 2002 > 500 Miles/334 Laps > 1.5-Mile Banke ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: October 9, 2002 Take a 360º virtual tour of the 2002 Sao Paulo Auto Show. Starting October 10th, automotive fans from around the world will be able to peak into GM's presence by accessing "GM Experience Live" on the General Motors corporate Web site, www.gm.com (English) or www.chevrolet.com.br (Portugues ... Continue reading
BLANEY Crew Member in All-Pro Title Chase; Does Double-Duty at LMS
JASPER MOTORSPORTS UAW-GM 500 (LOWE'S MOTOR SPEEDWAY-10/13-02-RACE #31 OF 36) #77 CREW MEMBER JEFF FULTZ ENLISTS HELP OF CO-OWNER HARRAH FOR DOUBLE DRIVING DUTY THIS WEEKEND AT CHARLOTTE, AS NASCAR ALL-PRO TITLE POSSIBILITIES LOOM AHEAD IN TWO WEEKS AT MEMPHIS On the weekend before he attempts to win his first Hills Br ... Continue reading
Rotary Power International, Inc. to Develop a Revolutionary Diesel Outboard Engine
WOOD-RIDGE, N.J.--Oct. 9, 2002--Rotary Power International, Inc. ("RPI") (OTCBB symbol: RPIN) and Rothor Advanced Power AS ("RAP"), a Norwegian based distributor of RPI's rotary marine engines, have signed a Letter of Intent for the development of a high performance diesel outboard and sport jet based on the RPI Series ... Continue reading
Bill Elliott -- Charlotte Preview
<<ole0.bmp>> Kristine Curley Golin/Harris 704.924.9404 BILL ELLIOTT NO. 9 DODGE DEALERS INTREPID R/T CHARLOTTE PREVIEW RACING AT CHARLOTTE "It'll be a little different than earlier in the year. The 600 is one of our longest races and we were racing at night. This time we're qualifying at night, but we're racing during ... Continue reading
Jeremy Mayfield -- Charlotte Preview
<<ole0.bmp>> Kristine Curley Golin/Harris 704.924.9404 JEREMY MAYFIELD NO. 19 DODGE DEALERS INTREPID R/T CHARLOTTE PREVIEW RACING AT CHARLOTTE "I'm real excited about going to Charlotte. I know you hear that all the time. Everybody tries to sound positive whether they're running bad or not, but I'm really very excited ... Continue reading
HMS Races and Fireworks on Saturday, October 12th (I1)
Contact: Todd Fisher (843) 784-RACE For Immediate Release Florida Pro Series Late Model Stars Invade HMS on Saturday with Fireworks Following the Show HARDEEVILLE, S.C. (October 9, 2002) A rarity will occur at the Hardeeville Motor Speedway this Saturday night, October 12th as the Florida Pro Series Late Models invade, ... Continue reading
Fiat Announces Proposed Plan to Resolve Fiat Auto Crisis
TURIN--Oct. 9, 2002--The European automobile market remains in the grips of a severe downturn in demand, which fell approximately 4% in the first nine months of 2002 with respect to the same period a year earlier. Although government incentives for the purchase of new vehicles softened the slump in demand, new car regi ... Continue reading
GM First To Introduce Remote Vehicle Start Feature
FOR RELEASE: October 9, 2002 GM First To Introduce Remote Vehicle Start Feature DETROIT - General Motors Corp. announced today that a new remote vehicle starting feature will debut on a new GM car in 2003. The feature enables customers to start their vehicle engine with a remote key fob that has substantially increased ... Continue reading
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--Oct. 9, 2002--ANC Rental Corporation announced today that Lawrence Ramaekers, its Chief Executive Officer and President, has informed the company's board of directors that he intends to go back into retirement at the end of 2002. William Plamondon, currently ANC's Chief Restructuring Officer and ... Continue reading
Alex Job Racing - Petit Le Mans test
Road Atlanta test, Oct. 9, 2002 fast test Alex Job Racing topped the GT times during testing for Saturday's Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta, final race in the 2002 American Le Mans Series. Lucas Luhr was quickest with a lap time of one minute 23.467 seconds in the No. 23 McKenna Xybernaut Porshe he drives with Sascha Maa ... Continue reading
Lally Finds New Way to Fulfill His Need for Speed
Lally Finds New Way to Fulfill His Need for Speed DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (October 9, 2002) -- Andy Lally has a need for speed, and when the engines are off he turns to an exciting new form of racing. Lally not only races in the Rolex Sports Car Series for G&W Motorsports/Momentum Motorcars and the Grand-Am Cup Series for ... Continue reading
Dodge Engine Builder Finds Success out West -- Dodge Motorsports Notes & Quotes
<<ole0.bmp>> CONTACT: Todd Goyer Patrick Mason Dodge Motorsports Golin/Harris o: (248) 512-0041 o: (312) 729-4331 c: (773) 593-2044 DODGE ENGINE BUILDER FINDS SUCCESS OUT WEST LAS VEGAS (October 9, 2002) - For Dodge engine builder Kevin Kroyer, a NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series weekend in Las Vegas equates to a home-fiel ... Continue reading
Three-Way Tie for IRWIN "Crew Chief of the Year"
> For more information, contact: > Yancey Casey > Golin/Harris International > (312) 729-4379 > ycasey@golinharris.com > > Three-Way Tie for IRWIN > "> Crew Chief of the Year> "> Award > Knaus, Fennig and Stoddard top standings with six races remaining > > > CHARLOTTE, N.C., October 10, 2002 - With six races remaining ... Continue reading
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