dodge nascar winston cup quotes from tuesday at dis test
Daytona International Speedway Ray Cooper NASCAR Winston Cup Test Session Golin/Harris International Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2003. 803-466-9085 RUSTY WALLACE (No. 2 Miller Lite Dodge Intrepid) NOTE: Wallace was fifth fastest overall and posted the fastest time in a Dodge on Tuesday at 181.452 mph. "I was real surprised. ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: DaimlerChrysler: Turnaround Ahead of Schedule
DETROIT January 8, 2003; John Porretto writing for the AP reports that despite forecasts for a drop in U.S. vehicle sales this year, DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group expects to increase its market share as it heads into the final phase of a three-year turnaround effort. Chrysler president and chief executive Dieter ... Continue reading
Japanese Intensify Competition In U.S. Auto Market
DETROIT, Jan 8, 2003; Chang-Ran Kim writing for Reuters reports that to perfect Toyota's Sienna minivan for the next generation, chief product engineer Yuji Yokoya drove 50,000 miles through every corner of North America. When it comes to dedication and attention to detail, Japanese automakers are unmatched in the worl ... Continue reading
dodge nascar winston cup quotes from wednesday test at DIS
Daytona International Speedway Ray Cooper NASCAR Winston Cup Test Session Golin/Harris International Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2003. 803-466-9085 JAMIE McMURRAY (No. 42 Havoline Dodge Intrepid) NOTE: McMurray was seventh fastest in Wednesday morning's test session at 182.474 mph. Rookie teammate Casey Mears in the No. ... Continue reading
Interstate National Dealer Services, Inc. Announces Approval of Merger
UNIONDALE, N.Y.--Jan. 8, 2003--Interstate National Dealer Services, Inc. announced today that at a meeting held today its stockholders have approved the previously announced merger with CHL Holdings Corp. In the merger, Interstate's public stockholders will receive $6.00 in cash per share. The merger was approved by st ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Ford SVT Lightning Pickup Concept Shown
Ford’s bold vision for a third-generation SVT F-150 Lightning sport truck emerged today from a powerful new-product cloudburst at the 2003 North American International Auto Show. The SVT Lightning concept was a surprise during Ford’s unveiling of the all-new 2004 F-150. Launching a “Whole New Era of B ... Continue reading
GM's Vortec 4200 I-6 Named 2003 Ward's 10 Best Engine
Final Power Levels Released For New Vortec I-5 And I-4 Engines DETROIT January 8, 2003; For the second consecutive year, General Motors' Vortec 4200 inline six-cylinder engine has been recognized as a Ward's Communications "10 Best Engine." GM Powertrain has also released the final horsepower and torque numbers for the ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: First Production Chevy SSR VIN #1 At GM Exhibit
DETROIT - Auto enthusiasts anxious to get close to the much-anticipated Chevrolet SSR will get their wish, as the first saleable Chevy SSR will be featured prominently on the Chevrolet stand during this year's North American International Auto Show. VIN #1 is the first of 25 saleable SSRs to be used in a unique launch ... Continue reading
DuPont 'Catalyst' Demonstrates Future Thinking in Automotive Design
TROY, Mich., Jan. 8, 2003; Automotive interior and exterior design are merging into a new kind of driving experience -- matching lifestyle with personality and functionality. On Jan. 8 at 9:30 a.m. EST, DuPont will reveal "Catalyst" at a press conference at the DuPont World Automotive Headquarters in Troy, Mich. Intend ... Continue reading
Siemens VDO Automotive Advanced Technology Fuels Four of Ward's 10 Best Engines
DETROIT, Jan. 8, 2003; Siemens VDO Automotive today showcased a range of innovative powertrain technologies in conjunction with Ward's Communications' Best Engines of 2003 luncheon and presentation. Four of the 10 best engines chosen by Ward's editors feature enabling engine technologies from Siemens VDO Automotive, ra ... Continue reading
Michelin Presents 'Best of Show' and 'Design Enabler' at Eyes on Design/Awards
DETROIT, Jan. 8, 2003; Continuing its commitment to advancing and recognizing innovative design work, Michelin sponsored the "Best of Show" and "Design Enabler" awards at the Eyes on Design/Awards reception last evening. Michelin presented the "Best of Show" award to General Motors for the 2003 Chevrolet Cheyenne full- ... Continue reading
Sika Automotive Awarded US Patent for Baffles With Magnetic Attachment
MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., Jan. 8, 2003; The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has granted Sika Automotive US Patent No. 6,455,146 for a new design of an expansible synthetic resin baffle with a magnetic attachment. The baffle was designed by Sika Automotive Vice President of Engineering, Gerald E. Fitzgerald. The new two ... Continue reading
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2003; Lantronix(R), Inc. will showcase its SYS(R) automation technology in a network-enabled concept vehicle at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The concept vehicle will be on display to demonstrate the benefits of integrating an automobile's onboard systems with a home network. Lantronix' SYS te ... Continue reading
Powerful New Multi-Media Centers From Pioneer Include DVD-Audio Capability
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2003; Pioneer Electronics(USA) Inc., the established leader in mobile entertainment products, today unveiled a powerful line of multi-media centers that for the first time brings advanced DVD-Audio home entertainment technology to the mobile environment. The Pioneer AVH-P7500DVD and AVH-P6500DVD brin ... Continue reading
BorgWarner DualTronic Automated Transmission Technology Debuts on VW Golf R32 and Audi TT 3.2
CHICAGO, Jan. 8, 2003; The first application of BorgWarner DualTronic(TM), the company's wet-clutch and control-system technology for a new concept automated transmission, will debut on the VW Golf R32 DSG beginning next month, and on the Audi TT 3.2 beginning in March. The new technology enables a manual transmission ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 8, 2003; The best of the best displayed at the 2003 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) and throughout the past year at auto shows around the world were honored this evening at the AutoWeek Design Forum at Cobo Conference/Exhibition Center, Detroit, Mich. The AutoWeek Editors' Choice Awards wer ... Continue reading
President Larry Denton to Leave Dow Automotive
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 8, 2003; Larry Denton, Dow Automotive president, today announced he is leaving the organization, effective January 31. Denton has accepted a position as president and CEO of Dura Automotive Systems, Inc., Rochester Hills, Michigan. Denton joined Dow Automotive in 1996 as executive vice preside ... Continue reading
Jimmie Johnson to Run IROC in 2003
For more information, contact: John Lewensten Team Lowe's Racing (704) 453-3942 JOHNSON TO RUN IN 2003 IROC DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 8, 2003) - Jimmie Johnson, driver of the NASCAR Winston Cup No. 48 Lowe's Home Improvement Chevrolet, accepted an invitation to participate in the 2003 International Race of Champions (I ... Continue reading
January 7, 2003 Building on a tradition of professional-grade trucks, this year GMC welcomes an all-new mid-size pickup to its fast-growing lineup: the 2004 Canyon. The Canyon offers an array of powertrain, comfort and utility enhancements. "The all-new Canyon was designed from the 'ground up' to give consumers more in ... Continue reading
Delphi and Polk Audio Deliver Premium Audio Systems For Vehicles
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2003; Delphi Corp. and Polk Audio today announced they have signed a cooperation and trademark agreement to co- develop high performance Polk Audio-branded original equipment audio systems specifically for the vehicle environment. The collaboration of these two leading audio companies will answer the ... Continue reading
Campbell-Ewald Taps Wishoo, Inc. to Activate Upcoming Chevrolet Rock 'N' Roll Tour
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Jan. 8, 2003; Wishoo, Inc., the event marketing industry's leader in interactive promotions, announced today their role in Chevrolet's upcoming Rock 'n' Roll national mobile marketing tour. Campbell-Ewald, Chevrolet's advertising agency of record, has developed the tour for Chevy and its marketing p ... Continue reading
2002 Austrailian Vehicle Sales UP
SYDNEY, Jan 8, 2003; Reuters reported that new motor vehicle sales for calendar 2002 reached 824,309 units, beating the previous record of 807,669 set in 1998, the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries said in its monthly VFACT report on Wednesday. Details of December retail sales for the automotive industry are as ... Continue reading
Nissan Recalling 3,627 Sunny Cars For Lamp Defect
TOKYO January 8, 2003; Dow Jones reported that Nissan Motor Co.is recalling 3,627 Sunny passenger cars for free repair of brake indicator lamps, the automaker said in a report to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport on Wednesday, Kyodo News reported. Subject to the recall are automatic transmission cars m ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Mitsubishi Motors Endeavor Crossover SUV Debuts
JapanCorp: <http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> Mitsubishi Motors Endeavor Crossover SUV Debuts at Detroit Show Tokyo, Japan, Jan. 07, 2003 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) and Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., MMC's U.S affiliate, today held the world premier of the Endeavor crossover SUV ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Spins Off Truck & Bus Business
JapanCorp: <http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> Mitsubishi Motors Spins Off Truck & Bus Business Tokyo, Japan, Jan. 06, 2003 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) today spun off its truck and bus operations to fully concentrate its resources on passenger car operations. Commenting on the spin-off, Ro ... Continue reading
Honda Exhibits Customized Mobilio Spike Models at Tokyo Auto Salon 2003
JapanCorp: <http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> Honda Exhibits Customized Mobilio Spike Models at Tokyo Auto Salon 2003 Tokyo, Japan, Jan. 07, 2003 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced that it will be exhibiting two customized Mobilio Spike models (the 'ThinkPad' and the 'Surfing' models) in the 'Ho ... Continue reading
Detroit January 7, 2003; Alexandra R.Moses writing for the AP submitted this wrapup of todays previews: Kia Motors America's latest concept vehicle is designed for the young professional and young family - a crossover that is part minivan, part sports wagon and part sports utility vehicle. The KCD-1 Slice was introduce ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show Features Cars For The (very)Rich
DETROIT, Jan 7, 2003; Madiline Chambers writing for Reuters reported that carmakers this week unveiled a range of superluxury cars, blatantly ignoring consumer concerns about shaky stock markets, weak economic conditions and a possible war with Iraq. Even as U.S. President George W. Bush announced an economic revival p ... Continue reading
The $375,000 Engine - If You Have To Ask You...
Detroit January 7, 2003; Jonathan Fahey writing for Forbes reports that General Motors says it spends at least $375,000 to build a fuel-cell engine, not including the car or truck to carry it. How to bring those costs down? Start selling fuel-efficient engines to the U.S. military--and hope that the volume and lessons ... Continue reading
PAX Tires On Audi Pikes Peak Model
DETROIT, Jan. 7, 2003; Tire designers at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company received a daunting -- and puzzling -- challenge recently. They were asked to design a tire that wouldn't go flat if it lost air pressure, yet it was to have a "flat design." Puzzled? Think again. The tire is a Goodyear PAX concept tire, and it ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 7, 2003; Automotive systems supplier Continental has been selected to provide an advanced crankshaft starter alternator damper including the electric energy system for an upcoming gasoline-electric hybrid version of the General Motors full-size pickup truck. Beginning with the 2004 model year, ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Goodyear Provides Concept Car Tires
DETROIT, Jan. 7, 2003; There may be sleek, Italian- designed products, some sturdy models made to tackle any kind of rugged terrain, and others intended for a sporting appearance. But no one would confuse this year's North American International Auto Show as being the world's foremost display of the latest shoe styles. ... Continue reading
Chrysler Expands Zero Percent Loans
DETROIT, Jan 7, 2003; Justin Hyde writing for Reuters reported that in a surprise move, the Chrysler arm of DaimlerChrysler AG on Tuesday matched incentives by General Motors Corp. and Ford Motor Co. blow-for-blow and then some, extending its zero percent loans and offering $3,000 rebates. Chrysler executives have long ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show: Porsche: We Expect Two-Digit Car Sales Growth In 2003
DETROIT January 7, 2003; Dow Jones reported that Porsche AG's executive vice president for sales and marketing said Tuesday that orders in the U.S., its most lucrative export market, are improving. "We have a relatively good order bank," Hans Riedel told Dow Jones Newswires and German news agency VWD in an interview at ... Continue reading
Fans Can Donate Blood, Meet Mario Andretti
Contact: Diana Rose Infineon Raceway 707-938-8448, xt. 118 Fans Invited to Donate Blood, Meet Mario Andretti at ¡High Speed Blood Drive¢ to Benefit American Red Cross SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) ¯ Race fans will get an opportunity to meet legendary driver Mario Andretti at Infineon Raceway in January, and all ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Receives Company of the Year and Car of the Year Honors From On Wheels, Inc.
LOS ANGELES--Jan. 7, 2003-- Nissan Makes History as the First Import Automaker to Receive This Esteemed Recognition On Wheels, Inc. has named Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) the recipient of both 2003 Urban Car of the Year and Company of the Year awards. In the seven-year history of the Urban Wheels Awards, NNA is the ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel content library (since 1996) has grown to become the world’s most extensive and complete interactive archive of automotive centric news, articles, reviews and intense event coverage, presented to viewers as Text, Video and Images.
Vehicle manufacturers and alt fuels.
