DaimlerChrysler to launch Smart 4-seater in U.S.
STUTTGART, Germany, June 26, 2003; Reuters reported that carmaker DaimlerChrysler will launch the Brazil-made four-seater version of its small Smart car in the United States in 2006, Smart chief Andreas Renschler said on Thursday. The model will be made at its Juiz de Fora plant -- its first Smart car plant outside Eur ... Continue reading
Tweeter Signs on as First National Retailer for KVH TracVision A5 Satellite Antennas
MIDDLETOWN, R.I.--June 26, 2003-- Breakthrough In-motion Antenna and Live Satellite TV in Cars to be Offered through Tweeter & Affiliated Stores Nationwide Paving the way for the nationwide introduction of live satellite TV in cars, KVH Industries announced today that Tweeter Home Entertainment Group has signed on as t ... Continue reading
AAA Texas: It's Never Safe to Leave Children Alone in the Car; Death Can Come in Minutes
AUSTIN, Texas--June 26, 2003--The death of an Austin child left unattended in a car in 90 degree weather points out the danger that children face if they are closed in a vehicle on a hot day, according to AAA Texas. "Children under four years of age seem to be the most at-risk for having their lives endangered by being ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Acquires Autocruise
LIVONIA, Mich., June 26 -- TRW Automotive and Thales jointly announced today that TRW Automotive has acquired sole ownership of Autocruise, manufacturer of the "world benchmark" radar-based Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) sensor operating in the 77GHz frequency domain. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. (Logo: ... Continue reading
HEAT(R) Tips Help People Protect Against Auto Thieves During Fourth of July Weekend
Help Eliminate Auto Thefts Urges People to Keep Auto Safety in Mind During Summer Months LIVONIA, Mich., June 26 -- With the hot weather finally here and more sun predicted for Fourth of July weekend, people will be gearing up for celebrations and enjoying the summer weather. But thieves are also on the move during the ... Continue reading
Car Prices are Deflating, but Buyers are Buying More Car, According to Edmunds.com
SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 26 -- Edmunds.com ( http://www.edmunds.com/ ), the premier online resource for automotive information, has found that manufacturer-to-consumer incentives and rebates spur higher spending by new car buyers, while prices for cars in general continue to fall. "Incentives and rebates, excessive i ... Continue reading
CHAMPION Communication Services, Inc. Announces New Server Based Vehicle Tracking System
THE WOODLANDS, Texas, June 26 -- CHAMPION Communication Services, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: CCMS) (the "Company") announced today the installation of its new server based vehicle tracking system. The tracking segment of the new TALK 'N TRACK(TM) product has been Beta tested and is now functioning in each of CHAMPION's five ... Continue reading
Hyundai and UTC Fuel Cells Collaborate on all-Weather Fuel Cell Vehicle
-- Hyundai's Second Generation Fuel Cell Vehicle Aimed at Overcoming Sub-Zero Degree Start up Challenge by End of 2004 -- -- Hyundai to Kick Off Fuel Cell Vehicle Leasing Program for Fleet Customers -- SEOUL and HARTFORD, Conn., June 26 -- Hyundai Motor Co. and UTC Fuel Cells, a unit of United Technologies Corp.'s UTC ... Continue reading
Amcast Announces Discussions for Sale of Three Plants
DAYTON, Ohio--June 5, 2003--Amcast Industrial Corporation, (AICO.OB) today announced that it is engaged in exclusive discussions with Citation Corporation relating to the possible sale of Amcast's Wapakoneta, Ohio, Richmond, Indiana, and Cedarburg, Wisconsin, plants and its Southfield, Michigan office facility. The Com ... Continue reading
ANSYS Announces AI*Environment
Powerful New Generation Pre- and Post-Processing Tool Provides Direct Path from CAD to Analysis SOUTHPOINTE, Pa., June 5 -- ANSYS Inc. , a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced the release of AI*Environment(TM), a robust pre- and pos ... Continue reading
ANSYS Inc. Recognized as a BusinessWeek `HOT GROWTH COMPANY' and Named to CNN Money's `Fabulous 40'
SOUTHPOINTE, Pa., June 5 -- For the fourth time, ANSYS Inc. , a global innovator of simulation software used by engineers to analyze computer-aided designs, earned recognition as one of BusinessWeek's 100 best "Hot Growth Companies" as well as one of CNN Money's "Fabulous 40." BusinessWeek annually evaluates organizati ... Continue reading
SAN RAFAEL, Calif.--June 5, 2003-- Owners of the Fiat Punto with the New CONNECT Off Board Navigation System Can Get Routing, Traffic and Directory Services with Just the Push of a Button Autodesk Location Services, a division of Autodesk, Inc. , today announced it has provided Fiat division Targa Infomobility with the ... Continue reading
Cycle Country Delivers 32% Revenue Growth For April & May 2003
MILFORD, Iowa--June 5, 2003--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (OTCBB:CYCY), the recognized leader in developing and manufacturing custom-fitting accessories for the all-terrain vehicle (ATV), is pleased to announce that the combined revenues for April and May 2003 totaled $2,131,529 compared to sales of $1,617,413 for t ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Awarded Toyota South Africa Driveline Business
TOLEDO, Ohio, June 5 -- Dana Corporation announced today that it will supply carrier differentials and propshafts to Toyota South Africa for the 2005 Hilux pick-up truck, built on the same platform as the Toyota Tacoma. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA ) Dana secured this new business in part du ... Continue reading
Delphi Packard Names Burgner to Lead Mechatronic Systems Business Line
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 5 -- Delphi Corp. has announced the appointment of David Burgner, 53, as Business Line Executive for Delphi Mechatronic Systems, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Delphi Packard Electric Systems division. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020315/DEF002LOGO ) Burgner, previously execu ... Continue reading
DPL Signs Honda to Electricity Agreement
DAYTON, Ohio--June 5, 2003--DPL Inc. announced today that it has signed Honda's East Liberty, Ohio plant to a two-year electricity-supply agreement. "DPL is pleased to continue our relationship with a valued customer," said Steve Koziar, DPL President and CEO. "Under this agreement, we will be providing Honda with a re ... Continue reading
Milwaukee (Stati Uniti) e Burscheid (Germania), June 5 -- Johnson Controls, Inc. (JCI), leader mondiale nei sistemi di controllo e gestione immobiliare e di sistemi per il comparto automobilistico ha annunciato in data odierna la sua intenzione di acquisire Borg Instruments AG, società attiva nella produzione di compo ... Continue reading
Lane Courtesy is a Safety Tool So `Do The RIGHT Thing!'
June is Lane Courtesy Month WAUNAKEE, Wis., June 5 -- Every holiday season, highway safety is given increased emphasis. During these campaigns, the extremely important concept of lane courtesy (also called lane discipline) is often overlooked. To promote this valuable highway safety practice, the National Motorists Ass ... Continue reading
Minorplanet Systems USA, Inc. Announces Major Upgrade To Innovative VMI Fleet Management Software
RICHARDSON, Texas--June 5, 2003--Minorplanet Systems USA, Inc. , a leading provider of telematics-based management solutions for commercial fleets, today introduced a significant upgrade to its advanced fleet management system, Vehicle Management Information(TM) (VMI(TM)). The new version includes several key enhanceme ... Continue reading
New Aqueduct, Inc. VP Brought in to Extend Application Service Provider Offering
ALISO VIEJO, Calif., June 5 -- Aqueduct, Inc., a leading application service provider (ASP) of web-hosted sales and marketing solutions, announced today the appointment of PJ Bellomo to the newly created position of Vice President, Strategic Development. Bellomo has been brought in to the company to shift emphasis from ... Continue reading
Serramonte Center Seeing Green
Daly City Shopping Center Goes Electric with New Security Vehicle DALY CITY, Calif., June 5 -- Dick Bartlett, General Manager of Serramonte Center, announced today that the 35-year old shopping center has purchased its first all-electric vehicle. The two-passenger vehicle will be used to patrol the parking lots and ass ... Continue reading
SPRINT VINTAGE GRAND PRIX FACT SHEET
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 5, 2003 Contacts: Reece White, 614-793-4620, rwhite@midohio.com <mailto:rwhite@midohio.com> SPRINT VINTAGE GRAND PRIX FACT SHEET WHAT: Sprint Vintage Grand Prix A Sportscar Vintage Racing Association sanctioned event WHERE: Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course 7721 Steam Corners Rd. Lexington, OH 44904 ... Continue reading
PITTSBURGH--June 5, 2003--Ansoft Corporation today released the AnsoftLinks(TM) v2.5 interface for Cadence Virtuoso(R) digital and analog custom IC layout editor, significantly streamlining the design of on-chip passive devices. The interface makes it possible to export circuit layout cells from within Cadence Virtuoso ... Continue reading
1903 Marked Significant Year of Transportation Innovation DEARBORN, Mich., June 5 -- The following is being issued by the Experimental Aircraft Association: WHO: Organizers of the Experimental Aircraft Association's (EAA) Countdown to Kitty Hawk, a centennial celebration of the Wright brothers' first powered flight, an ... Continue reading
Camrose Pipe Company Reaches New Labor Agreement
PORTLAND, Ore.--June 5, 2003--Oregon Steel Mills Inc. announced that a new three-year collective bargaining agreement between Camrose Pipe Company and Local #551 of the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) was reached. The union ratification vote was 84% in favor of the new contract. The contract is retroactive to Feb. 1, 2003, ... Continue reading
Cooper-Standard Automotive Announces Four Plant Manager Promotions
NOVI, Mich., June 5 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company announces the appointment of four new plant managers in its Cooper-Standard Automotive North American operations. Scott Keys has been appointed to the position of plant manager at the company's Surgoinsville, Tenn., North American Fluid Systems plant. Keys attended Ge ... Continue reading
Glendale to Sell Electronics Division to Circuit World
- Revenue of combined entity exceeds $50 million, creating Canada's largest aerospace and defence supplier of advanced technology printed circuits - Toronto Stock Exchange Symbol: GIN OAKVILLE, ON, June 5 -- Glendale International Corp. (TSX:GIN) announced today that it has entered into a merger agreement to sell its w ... Continue reading
Goodyear's New Eagle F1 Tire Wins NorTech Innovation Award
AKRON, Ohio, June 5 -- Goodyear's Eagle F1 GS-D3 "world tire" won praise just outside the company's hometown last night, when company representatives accepted a NorTech Innovation Award for the unique, global tire. The Northeast Ohio Technology Coalition presents the annual award to recognize individuals, companies and ... Continue reading
Jiffy Lube Teams-up with the Greater Chicago Food Depository to Fight Hunger During June and July
ELK GROVE, Ill., June 5 -- In recognition of Hunger Awareness Month in the Greater Chicago area, Jiffy Lube today announced its summer food drive for the Greater Chicago Food Depository, Chicago's food bank. Beginning Monday, June 9th, through the end of July, Jiffy Lube outlets throughout Chicagoland and Northwest Ind ... Continue reading
MEDFORD, Ore., June 5 -- Lithia Motors, Inc. announced today that it has completed three acquisitions; Grizzly Dodge, Chrysler, L/M and Suzuki in Missoula, Montana; Expressway Dodge in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and Montana Dodge in Billings, Montana. The stores will be renamed Lithia Auto Center of Missoula, Lithia Dodge ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--June 5, 2003--News Corporation News Corporation and Hughes Also Announce Receipt of Second Request under HSR Act News Corporation , General Motors and its subsidiary Hughes Electronics today announced that, in connection with the separation of Hughes from GM and the acquisition by News Corporation of 34 perce ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--June 5, 2003-- Most Common Surgery Now Safer More than 2.5 million people undergo cataract-removal surgery in the U.S. each year, and now researchers at Alcon Laboratories have recently devised a new technique that could make the most commonly performed surgery in the U.S. a little safer. You can reach the st ... Continue reading
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Karters to hunt 'bears' in 2003 Traditional OKRA Grand Nationals set for July 30-August 3 TORONTO, ONTARIO - The OKRA (Ontario Kart Racing Association) confirmed on June 3,2003 that the traditional OKRA Grand Nationals will go ahead as scheduled this year. The event, which dates back ... Continue reading
Operant Material Solutions Opens Branch in Atlanta
ATLANTA--June 5, 2003--Jeffrey Dale Welsh, chief executive officer of Operant Material Solutions, Inc., today announced the opening of Operant Material Solutions of Atlanta, LLC. The Atlanta branch is the first location in what will become a nationwide network of material handling equipment and service dealers. "We're ... Continue reading
President of Domestic Operations to Step Down
BEDFORD, Texas--June 5, 2003--Warrantech Corporation (OTC:WTEC), a leading independent provider of service contracts and after-market warranties, announced today that Ron Glime, president of Warrantech's domestic operations, will step down from that position effective June 30, 2003, for personal reasons. Mr. Glime will ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--June 5, 2003--Rep. Zach Wamp, R-Tenn., will receive an Energy Leadership Award at the upcoming Energy Efficiency Forum in Washington, D.C. He will be honored with the Congressional Award that recognizes a member of Congress who has contributed to legislative achievements to encourage energy efficiency gains ... Continue reading
Visteon Launches Two New Mustang MACH Audio Systems As Dealer-Ins talled Upgrades
Attached is a press release announcing Visteon's newest Aftermarket audio system. If you would like to learn more, schedule and interview or personal demonstration, please contact me by email or phone at your earliest convenience. ... Continue reading
Avis.com Now Available in Spanish and Portuguese
Rental Car Web Site Newly Rated Number One in Market Share Now Offers Service in Four Languages PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 5 -- To help service the 12.7 million Hispanic internet users reported in the United States*, as well as customers worldwide, Avis Rent A Car System, Inc. today announced the introduction of Spanish an ... Continue reading
* Students at Nataki Talibah Schoolhouse show improved concentration and higher self-esteem with TM * Media invited to participate in hands-on TM experience WHAT: Upon entering a fifth-eighth grade classroom at Nataki Talibah Schoolhouse of Detroit, a visitor will see students closing their eyes and meditating. The met ... Continue reading
Document from the BMW WilliamsF1 Team
If the following text-only file is not easily readable, particularly any tables of numbers, try enlarging this window since every line has a forced end and there is no word-wrap. Otherwise, this report will look and print better from the following PDF file: http://www.sportssystems.com/applib/PDFload.cfm?file=/email /f ... Continue reading
EPA Administrator Whitman to Deliver Keynote Address at 14th Annual Energy Efficiency Forum
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Outgoing U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Christie Todd Whitman will discuss energy and the environment in the keynote address at the 14th annual Energy Efficiency Forum June 11 at the National Press Club. This year's forum, "The Path to Economic and National Security," is co-spo ... Continue reading
Takagi-Giaffone Texas Thursday Qualifying
Contact: Laz Denes, 256-657-6190 ldenes@monunnracing.com www.monunnracing.com media information Takagi Qualifies Third, Giaffone Fifth for Saturday's Bombardier 500 FORT WORTH, Texas (Thursday, June 5, 2003) - Mo Nunn Racing teammates Tora Takagi and Felipe Giaffone qualified third and fifth, respectively, for Saturday ... Continue reading
Austin Helps Ford Kick Off 100-Year Celebration Today, June 6
WHAT: This afternoon, Austin Mayor Gus Garcia will help Ford kick off its Centennial with a proclamation presentation. Austin is one of the final stops of a 100-city North American tour that culminates with Ford's national Centennial celebration beginning June 12 in Michigan. A crowd of more than 100,000 visitors will ... Continue reading
Ceradyne, Inc. Announces Public Offering of Common Stock
COSTA MESA, Calif.--June 6, 2003--Ceradyne, Inc. (Company) announced today that it has filed a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the public offering of 1,800,000 shares of its common stock, with 1,500,000 newly issued shares offered by the Company and 300,000 shares offered by the s ... Continue reading
Don't, Repeat Don't, Try Racing on the Street!
Professional Racing Community Bands Together to Promote Legal Racing, Curtail Illegal Street Racing DIAMOND BAR, Calif., June 6 -- Going fast can be fun, and the excitement of racing cars can be contagious. And dangerous. There are legal alternatives to illegal and dangerous street racing, according to members of RASR, ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--June 6, 2003--Eddie Riddle Jr., program manager in the Kentucky Division of Energy, will receive an Energy Leadership Award in conjunction with the 14th Annual Energy Efficiency Forum in Washington, D.C. He will receive the Public Service Award for inspiring action to address energy efficiency in government ... Continue reading
Sonic Jet Performance, Inc. Names Michael Watts Chief Executive Officer
STANTON, Calif., June 6 -- Sonic Jet Performance, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SJET) announced today the appointment of Michael Watts as CEO at the meeting of the Board of Directors on May 29, 2003. Mr. Watts, 56, has more than 30 years of experience as an executive and investor. He has served as CEO of four companies in the ... Continue reading
Textron Announces Streamlined Organization
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--June 6, 2003--Continuing its effort to accelerate performance improvements, increase operational efficiencies and streamline its structure, Textron Inc. today announced several changes to its organization, including a consolidation of its Industrial Components and Industrial Products segments. Textron ... Continue reading
Universal Automotive Industries, Inc. Lowers Exercise Price of Warrants
CHICAGO, June 6 -- Universal Automotive Industries, Inc. , announced today that on June 2, 2003, it amended its Warrant Agreement with LaSalle National Bank N.A. dated December 22, 1994, reducing the Exercise Price of the Company's outstanding 1,134,450 warrants from $2.25 per share to $.50 per share. This reduction in ... Continue reading
ADESA Birmingham Honored With A Commendation Award
<<Birmingham Commendation Award.doc>> <<ADESA.jpg>> Hi Everyone, Attached is a news release on ADESA Birmingham's Commendation Award and photo from the luncheon. Pictured from left to right are Randy Miller, director of risk management for ADESA Corp., Tracy Higgins, human resources manager for ADESA Birmingham, Roger ... Continue reading
ADESA ORLANDO-SANFORD OPENS RECONDITIONING FACILITY
<<Orlando recon shop.doc>> Hi Everyone, Attached is a news release on the new reconditioning shop at ADESA Orlando-Sandford. For further information on this news, please call. ... Continue reading
BMW WilliamsF1 Team-Canadian GP-Preview
Canadian Grand Prix 13/14/15 June 2003 PREVIEW After 20 years of disappointment on the streets of Monte Carlo, Juan Pablo Montoya secured a coveted victory last weekend for the BMW WilliamsF1 Team. This was the first win for the Anglo-German partnership since Sepang in 2002. Next week the team travel to the 35th ... Continue reading
BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE UNVEILS NEW MARKETING INITIATIVE
BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE NORTH AMERICAN TIRE, LLC FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Media Center (877) 201-2373 BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE UNVEILS NEW MARKETING INITIATIVE NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 6, 2003) - Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire, LLC (BFNT) today unveiled its newest marketing initiative - a clean, crisp montage ... Continue reading
CASCAR - Dodge Dealers of Ontario 200 - Preview
CASCAR Super Series For immediate release June 6, 2003 The ‘Dodge Dealers of Ontario 200’ Super Series race at Peterborough Speedway headlines a busy weekend for CASCAR PETERBOROUGH, ON - All three of CASCAR’s major touring divisions will be in action this weekend. On Saturday evening (June 7), the CASCAR Super S ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--June 6, 2003--The 10 short films produced during the Extreme Filmmaking phase of the Chrysler Million Dollar Film Festival premiere today online at www.chrysler.com/filmfest. Each Chrysler-branded film features the brand new 2004 Chrysler Pacifica sports tourer and/or the 2004 Chrysler Crossfire sports coupe. ... Continue reading
Comm Bancorp, Inc. Holds Annual Stockholders Meeting
CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa., June 6 -- Comm Bancorp, Inc. held its annual stockholders meeting today at Elk Mountain Ski Resort, Union Dale, PA. Stockholders elected the following thirteen directors to serve for a one-year term: David L. Baker, Senior Vice President of Community Bank & Trust Company; Thomas M. Chesnick, retired ... Continue reading
CTS Presentation at the Bear Stearns Technology Conference will be Webcast
ELKHART, Ind.--June 6, 2003--CTS Corporation announced today that the presentation to financial analysts and investors at the 14th Annual Bear Stearns Technology Conference in New York will be broadcast over the Internet. CTS will be presenting at 2:15 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time, on Wednesday, June 11, 2003. The live a ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--June 6, 2003--Alison Silverstein, a senior adviser to the Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), will receive an Energy Leadership Award in conjunction with the 14th Annual Energy Efficiency Forum. She will receive the Public Service Award for inspiring action to address energy efficie ... Continue reading
Ford Celebrates 100th Anniversary in Omaha With State's Largest Ford Classic Car Show
OMAHA, Neb., June 6 -- Ford Motor Company celebrates its 100th birthday with the biggest Ford classic car show in Nebraska, Sunday, June 8, on the historic 10th Street Viaduct in front of the Durham Western Heritage Museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The first 1,000 families to atte ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--June 6, 2003-- Agreement Provides Association Members Access to CCC Pathways(R) Independent Appraisal Solution; Only Estimating Solution Developed Specifically for Independent Appraisers CCC Information Services Inc. , announced today that it has signed a five-year agreement with the Independent Automotive Dam ... Continue reading
NAMARS PR: THOMAN THUMPS SPEEDROME COMPETITION; CLAUSON CLEANS UP KENYONS
THOMAN THUMPS SPEEDROME COMPETITION CLAUSON CLEANS UP KENYONS June 6, 2003 Indianapolis, IN NAMARS Regional MidgetCar Series competition was domination again this week by the Esslinger powered Drinan MidgetCar of Scott Thoman during "Thursday Night Lightning" competition at the Indianapolis Speedrome. The eighteen your ... Continue reading
NewTech Obtains the Approval to Establish its Full Contact Disc Brake Assembly Plant in China
BLAINVILLE, Quebec, June 6 -- NewTech Brake Corp. (OTC BB: NWTB) announced today that its subsidiary NewTech Brake Mfg. (Suzhou) Co. Ltd. has obtained its certificate of approval by the Chinese Authorities to implement and start the production at its brake assembly plant in Suzhou, China. Mr. Yvon Rancourt, Chairman of ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series - Friday Results from Silver Dollar Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NHRA SOUTHEAST DIVISION SILVER DOLLAR RACEWAY FRIDAY JUNE 6, 2003 RAIN WASHES OUT FRIDAY AT SILVER DOLLAR RACEWAY REYNOLDS, Ga. -The opening day of racing at the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event, being held at Silver Dollar Raceway, was postponed Friday d ... Continue reading
PRIMEDIA's IntelliChoice Announces June GoldStar Lease Award Winners
CAMPBELL, Calif., June 6 -- Each month, carmakers entice consumers with attractive new car lease rates. And each month IntelliChoice -- a PRIMEDIA company that develops and distributes consumer automobile pricing, specifications, and ownership and leasing cost data -- recognizes manufacturer leases with the lowest rate ... Continue reading
Sports Wheels, Inc. Announces a License Agreement and the Hiring of William J. Baron
VANCOUVER, Wash.--June 6, 2003--Sports Wheels, Inc. (Pink Sheets:SSWH), is pleased to announce that it has entered into a license agreement with Eko Thermal Coatings, Inc. ("ETC") to acquire the rights to use ETC's patented technology. The patented technology bonds and fuses glass to metal. SSWH intends to use this tec ... Continue reading
Volo Auto Museum Refuses to Surrender to Volvo
VOLO, Ill., June 6 -- The following was released today by Volo Auto Museum: Last week a Swedish newspaper reported that Volo Auto Museum's domain name dispute had been resolved. The source for this news story was a Volvo corporate executive. The facts surrounding the domain name dispute are relatively simple. Volo Auto ... Continue reading
BOB GORDON, On behalf of Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week 2003, we have enclosed a personal complimentary media invitation for you to attend this year's feature Shows in Las Vegas. We have assigned you a personalized fast key# in order to register on line. Just type in the following address,http://ww4.expocard.com/ ... Continue reading
AutoZone to Present at Upcoming Investor Conference
MEMPHIS, Tenn., June 6 -- AutoZone, Inc. will be making a presentation to the investment community at the Credit Suisse First Boston Fourth Annual Retail Conference on Monday, June 16, 2003, beginning at 9:15 a.m. EDT. A live broadcast of the presentation will be available online in the Investor Relations section of ww ... Continue reading
Giaffone-Takagi Texas Friday Final Practice
Contact: Laz Denes, 256-657-6190 ldenes@monunnracing.com www.monunnracing.com media information Giaffone, Takagi 1-2 in Final Practice for Bombardier 500 at Texas FORT WORTH, Texas (Friday, June 6, 2003) - Mo Nunn Racing teammates Felipe Giaffone and Tora Takagi wrapped up preparations for Saturday night's Bombardier 5 ... Continue reading
GM Racing Notes and Quotes--Pocono
Contact: Ron Lemasters Jr. r.lemasters@att.net GM Racing Communications (704) 796-1801 (office) (704) 236-9831 (cell) For more information: media.gm.com GM RACING NOTES AND QUOTES; QUALIFYING; POCONO; JUNE 6, 2003; PAGE 1 MIKE WALLACE, NO. 01 U.S. ARMY PONTIAC GRAND PRIX: Qualified 31st: “That was better than where w ... Continue reading
SHEFFIELD, England & WOODBURY, N.Y.--June 6, 2003--With the support of various UK government agencies, Kerros Ltd. has acquired a license from Research Frontiers Incorporated to offer SPD-Smart(TM) windows and sunroofs to the automotive industry using Research Frontiers' suspended particle device (SPD) light-control fi ... Continue reading
Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Friday from US 13 Dragway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHEAST DIVISION US 13 DRAGWAY FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2003 MONAGHAN, MANZO ON TOP AT DELMAR DELMAR, Del.- Fran Monaghan and Frank Manzo grabbed the top spots and will lead their fields into Saturday's eliminations at US 13 Dragway for the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing S ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series-Friday from Brainerd Int'l Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - WEST CENTRAL DIVISION BRAINERD INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY, BRAINERD, MINN. Friday, June 06, 2003 FIRST DAY OF QUALIFYING AT BIR'S NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES EVENT A WASHOUT BRAINERD, Minn. - The first rounds of qualifying at Brainerd Int'l Raceway were cut sho ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series - Friday Qualifying Results from Woodburn Dragstrip
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHWEST DIVISION WOODBURN DRAGSTRIP FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2003 WELLS FARGO FIRE & THUNDER SIZZLES INTO WOODBURN WOODBURN, Ore. - Over 400 competitors scorched down Woodburn Dragstrip's quarter-mile track during day one of time trials and qualifying at the Wells Farg ... Continue reading
Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Saturday from U.S. 13 Dragway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHEAST DIVISION US 13 DRAGWAY SATURDAY, JUNE 7 , 2003 FINAL QUALIFYING AND ELIMINATIONS HELD OVER TO SUNDAY DELMAR, Del.- All racing activity for day two of the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series at US 13 Dragway has been postponed due to rain that moved in this mo ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas OIl DRag Racing Series-Saturday from Brainerd Int'l Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - WEST CENTRAL DIVISION BRAINERD INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY, BRAINERD, MINN. Saturday, June 07, 2003 QUALIFYING COMPLETE, FIELDS SET AT BIR'S LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES EVENT BRAINERD, Minn. - Qualifying is complete at the Grand Casino/Coca Cola Championships, a roun ... Continue reading
Start Order & Late News - SCCA ProRally - Susquehannock Trail
The press release text included below is also available in a formatted Word97-Word2000 document. If you would prefer to receive our press releases in that format, or if you wish to opt out of these distributions, please send your request to: ckitchen@scca.com. For immediate release 07 June 2003 Start Order & Late Break ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series - Final Qualifying Results from Woodburn Dragstrip
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHWEST DIVISION WOODBURN DRAGSTRIP SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2003 COFINI & AUSTIN LOW QUALIFIERS IN WOODBURN WOODBURN, Ore. - Time trials and qualifying concluded at the Wells Fargo Fire & Thunder at Woodburn Dragstrip with Michael Cofini and Bucky Austin leading the ... Continue reading
Takagi-Giaffone Texas Saturday Race Notes/Quotes
Contact: Laz Denes, 256-657-6190 ldenes@monunnracing.com www.monunnracing.com media information Takagi Takes Third, Lap 191 Crash Ends Giaffone's Bid at Texas FORT WORTH, Texas (Saturday, June 7, 2003) - Tora Takagi and the #12 Pioneer/Mo Nunn Racing Toyota-powered Panoz G Force finished third in tonight's Bombardier 5 ... Continue reading
PAST RECORD, FORMULA 1 SWAP HAS GORDON READY FOR INFINEON
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FURTHER INFO: Jon Edwards Performance PR Plus (704) 377-8727 Pprplus50@aol.com PAST RECORD, FORMULA 1 SWAP HAS GORDON READY FOR INFINEON SONOMA, Calif. - Jeff Gordon, who holds the record for most career NASCAR Winston Cup road course victories with seven, wants to attack if the opportunity presen ... Continue reading
Ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled for June 30, 2003 SCRANTON, Pa., June 18 -- CIT Small Business Lending Corporation, the nation's No. 1 Small Business Administration lender for the last three years and a subsidiary of CIT Group Inc. , today announced the completion of a comprehensive minority loan package for a start- ... Continue reading
AMI DODUCO Offers Plastic Injection Mold Toolmaking to External Customers
PFORZHEIM, Germany--June 18, 2003--AMI DODUCO announced that it is expanding its plastic injection mold tool development capabilities to serve global manufacturing customers from its facility in Dorog, Hungary. The facility, established in 2000 to support AMI DODUCO's own production of plastic housings for component su ... Continue reading
Freudenberg-NOK Ranked Among Top Suppliers In Automotive Industries' Quest for Excellence Survey
PLYMOUTH, Mich., June 18 -- Freudenberg-NOK was recently honored with the coveted "Quest for Excellence" award by Automotive Industries magazine, being named one of the "AI Fab 50" suppliers for 2003. Results from the magazine's annual survey can be found in its June issue. According to Automotive Industries, readers w ... Continue reading
LIVONIA, Mich., June 18 -- TRW Automotive was recently honored with the coveted "Quest for Excellence" award by Automotive Industries magazine, being named one of the 10 best OEM suppliers for 2003. Results from the magazine's annual survey can be found in its June issue. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/2001 ... Continue reading
United Capital Corp. to be Added to Russell 3000 Index
GREAT NECK, N.Y.--June 18, 2003--United Capital Corp. (ASE:AFP) today announced that it will join the Russell 3000(R) Index when the broad market index is reconstituted June 30, according to a preliminary list issued by Frank Russell Company. Index membership will go into effect July 1 and will remain in place for one ... Continue reading
AAA Online Auto Shopping Service Designed With the Buyer in Mind
ORLANDO, Fla.--June 18, 2003--As automobile manufacturers continue to offer incentives to new car buyers, it's tempting to get caught up in a car-buying frenzy, says AAA. "Car buyers should be aware that one of the best ways to get a great deal and end up with exactly the car you want or need is to do your homework pri ... Continue reading
Amicus victorious in Honda pay dispute
London, June 18 -- Swindon Honda workers have been awarded a 3.7% pay rise after a binding ACAS arbitration supported trade union Amicus' pay claim. Workers at the plant will now receive a 3.2% pay rise, up 0.5% on what Honda insisted was their final offer, plus a further 1/2% for merit pay and a 2% performance award. ... Continue reading
Avis to Begin Offering OnStar(R) Personal Calling
Enhanced Service Offers Renters an Increased Level of Security and Convenience PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 18 -- As Americans plan to hit the road for summer vacations, Avis Rent A Car System, Inc. is announcing a new product to offer additional safety, security and convenience when traveling. Later this month, Avis will be ... Continue reading
Canadian Autoparts Toyota Announces 20% Capacity Expansion
Aluminum Wheel Manufacturer Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Fifth Expansion DELTA, British Columbia, June 18 -- Canadian Autoparts Toyota, Inc. (CAPTIN), a Toyota manufacturing affiliate that engineers and produces aluminum wheels, today announced the fifth expansion in the company's 20-year history. By 2004, CAPTIN w ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Is Most-Improved Automaker in The Harbour Report 2003
-- 8.3 percent improvement is best-ever in Chrysler Group's history; second-best gain for any manufacturer since inception of The Harbour Report -- Every plant improved year-over-year; Kokomo Transmission Plant is benchmark in FWD transmission productivity -- Tom LaSorda: "Achievements underscore the consistency of our ... Continue reading
VENICE, Calif.--June 18, 2003--Civic Tour 2003, the hugely successful Honda and Alpine music tour partnership, is extending beyond the traditional concert venues that entertained nearly 400,000 young fans of rockers New Found Glory, Good Charlotte and special guests Less Than Jake and MxPx, at 50 concert stops across t ... Continue reading
Cummins Westport receives first engine order for para transit service
VANCOUVER, June 18 -- Cummins Westport Inc. announced today that it has received its first engine order for use in para transit service, a door-to- door program for those functionally unable to use a fixed route system. Citizens Area Transit, the transit agency for Las Vegas, ordered 51 buses powered by the Cummins Wes ... Continue reading
Death Tax Repeal Bill Passes House; AIADA Applauds the Passage of Top Legislative Priority
WASHINGTON, June 18 -- The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) applauded the passage today of H.R. 8, the Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2003, which would make permanent the elimination of the tax in 2010. The tax relief package of 2001 did include the elimination of the death tax but beca ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--June 18, 2003--Electric rail transit systems generate significant air pollution, particularly where these systems are powered by electricity generated by fossil fuel power plants, according to a new study released today by the Breakthrough Technologies Institute. Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), a new transit techn ... Continue reading
Metro's SmarTrip Card and Zipcar Now One
BOSTON--June 18, 2003--Membership now has even more privileges-that is if you're a WMATA SmarTrip cardholder. Beginning this month, SmarTrip cards can be used to move seamlessly from the District's public transit system into a Zipcar, the on demand car company with vehicles parked adjacent to Metro stops and throughout ... Continue reading
BOSTON--June 18, 2003--Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation will offer five-year contracts to independent agents who represent Holyoke Mutual for Massachusetts private passenger auto insurance. Holyoke Mutual Insurance Company in Salem will no longer write Massachusetts private-passenger auto insurance effective January ... Continue reading
SHANE LEWIS CONTINUES WHIRLWIND TOUR WITH MINI AT THE GLEN
SHANE LEWIS CONTINUES WHIRLWIND TOUR WITH MINI AT THE GLEN JUPITER, Fla., June 18, 2003 - Shane Lewis, fresh from leading the GT class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans for ACEMCO Motorsports, continues his busy schedule at Watkins Glen International this weekend. The Grand-Am Cup's "The Glen Sport Touring 250" marks the seve ... Continue reading
Solv Technology Introduces SolvConnect(TM) to Dealerships Nationwide
Connecting an Automobile Dealer's Marketing With Their Customers And Online Presence MINNEAPOLIS, June 18 -- Minneapolis based Solv Technology, LLC, a leading provider of intelligent, customer-interaction management solutions, announced today the general availability of SolvConnect(TM). SolvConnect helps consumers and ... Continue reading
HOUSTON, June 18 -- Eight Texas residents won't be far from heaven when they golf with movie star Dennis Quaid at the first annual Jiffy Lube(R)/Dennis Quaid Charity Classic in Austin this weekend. Harold Norman of Flower Mound; Jay Abney of Richardson; Sam Boone of Austin; Kevin Dahl of Austin; Stephen Foster of Frien ... Continue reading
MELVILLE, N.Y.--June 18, 2003--Wachovia Corp. has joined the growing list of lending institutions participating on the DealerTrack(TM) auto finance platform. Wachovia will accelerate its dealer-to-lender relationships by making its financing services available to dealers within its Southeastern footprint that currently ... Continue reading
Yellowstone National Park 'Rides' Away a Winner in Ford's Pick Your Park Sweepstakes
DEARBORN, Mich., June 18 -- Cancel that trip to Pakistan to see K2, the world's second highest peak. Outdoor adventurers looking to enjoy K2 now can find plenty in Yellowstone National Park ... K2 bicycles that is. Ford Motor Company today announced that Yellowstone National Park would receive a set of K2 bicycles as t ... Continue reading
FlashPoint Appoints Larry H. Anderson as a Member of its Board of Directors
SARASOTA, Fla., June 18 -- FlashPoint International, Inc. (OTC Pink Sheets: FSHP) announced today that it has appointed Larry H. Anderson to serve as a member of its Board of Directors. Mr. Anderson spent a good portion of his career in the manufacture of sparkplugs. He served as the group director for manufacturing, e ... Continue reading
Heartland Express, Inc. Announces Settlement of Multiple Fatality Accident in Knoxville, TN
CORALVILLE, Iowa--June 18, 2003--Heartland Express, Inc. announced today that a mediated agreement has been reached settling a multiple (4) fatality lawsuit filed in Knoxville, TN, arising from an accident of June 21, 2002. This lawsuit sought relief of approximately $55 million for compensatory damages and $100 millio ... Continue reading
J.L. French Automotive Castings, Inc., Announces Resignation of Chief Financial Officer
MINNEAPOLIS--June 18, 2003--J.L. French Automotive Castings, Inc., (the "Company") today announced that Mark S. Burgess, chief financial officer, has resigned to become chief financial officer of a Boston, MA based public company. Mr. Burgess joined the company in November 2000. He played a key role in the financing tr ... Continue reading
Multimedia Available: ExxonMobil Improves Mobil 1 Motorcycle Oil For Higher Performance Cruisers
-- ExxonMobil today announced the reformulation of its fully synthetic Mobil 1 V-Twin 20W-50 motorcycle oil. Designed for cruisers, the reformulated Mobil 1 V-Twin 20W-50 provides outstanding wear protection under extreme conditions and enhanced high-temperature durability for both short and long rides. The enhanced ad ... Continue reading
Multimedia Available: ExxonMobil Improves Mobil 1 Motorcycle Oils for On- and Off-Road Bikes
--ExxonMobil announced the reformulation of Mobil 1 MX4T motorcycle oil. A fully synthetic motor oil designed for on-road, off-road and competition four-cycle motorcycles, the new Mobil 1 MX4T contains a reformulated additive package designed to help keep engines running clean, while maintaining high-performance. You c ... Continue reading
PLANO, Texas--June 18, 2003--A panel of 22 Transplace shipper customers and other leading shipper organizations convened in Plano, Texas, at the 2003 Transplace Shipper Symposium in June. The theme of the symposium was the impact of collaboration and the steps to continued collaboration success. Attendees included seve ... Continue reading
GM RACING NOTES & QUOTES--INFINEON RACEWAY POSTRACE
Contact: Ron Lemasters Jr. GM Racing Communications r.lemasters@att.net (704) 796-1801 (office) (704) 236-9831 (cell) For more information: media.gm.com GM RACING NOTES AND QUOTES - DODGE/SAVE MART 350 INFINEON RACEWAY; June 22, 2003 BORIS SAID, NO. 01 U.S. ARMY PONTIAC GRAND PRIX: Finished 6th: NOTE: Said, who started ... Continue reading
NHRA Llucas Oil Drag Racing Series-Final Resutls for Atco Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES – NHRA NORTHEAST DIVISION ATCO RACEWAY SUNDAY, JUNE 22, 2002 Kosky and Ferro Earn Northeast Division Wins ATCO, N.J. -In the final results from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event being held at Atco Raceway, Mike Kosky and Mickey Ferro claimed victories ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul's Frankfort Manufacturing Facility Receives Quality Accolades From Mazda
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 25 -- Federal-Mogul Corporation's Frankfort, Indiana, sealing manufacturing facility has earned the Quality Assurance Certification System Award from Mazda Motor Co. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000525/DETH025LOGO ) "We really appreciate Federal-Mogul's continuous support to Mazd ... Continue reading
COLMAR, Pa., June 25 -- R&B, Inc. today announced the completion of their expanded Allparts Distribution Center in Louisiana, Missouri. The Allparts division of R&B provides more than 7,700 SKUs of automotive brake hydraulics, hardware, cables, and clutch hydraulics parts to some of the largest retailers in the Automot ... Continue reading
HERZLIA, Israel--June 25, 2003-- Tecnomatix Selected over Key Competitors to Outfit Leading German Automotive Engineering Firm with MPM Tools Enterprise Wide Tecnomatix Technologies Ltd. , the driving force in Manufacturing Process Management (MPM), announced today that Engineering Bausch und Ziege GmbH (EBZ), a leadin ... Continue reading
Mazda Begins Production of Fourth 'New Generation' Product
JapanCorp: <http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> Mazda Begins Production of Fourth 'New Generation' Product Mazda <http://www.japancorp.net/topimg/Low_Mazda3.jpg> Tokyo, Japan, June. 25, 2003 - (JCN Newswire) - Mazda Motor Corporation today began production of its next 'new generation' vehicle. The new product - to be ... Continue reading
MotoSAT Hires New President and CEO
SALT LAKE CITY, June 25 -- C. Reed Brown has been named President and Mark Wright has been named CEO of MotoSAT. Mark Wright has also been elected as the Chairman of the Board of Directors. Mr. Brown, 56, has been serving as Chief Operating Officer of MotoSAT for the past six (6) months. Mr. Brown has a background in b ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--June 25, 2003--Industrial Minerals Inc. (OTCBB:IDLM), announced today the appointment of R.A (Bob) Stoutley to the position of President and CEO effective June 30, 2003. Concurrently, Mr. Edward Verby stepped down from the position of President and CEO. Mr. Verby was instrumental in the initial development sta ... Continue reading
ROLEX SERIES POINTS RACE HEATS UP AT MID-OHIO ROAD RACING CLASSIC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Reece White, (614) 793-4620, rwhite@midohio.com <mailto:rwhite@midohio.com> ROLEX SERIES POINTS RACE HEATS UP AT MID-OHIO ROAD RACING CLASSIC DUBLIN, Ohio (June 24, 2003) - With Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, hosting round 7 of the 12-round Rolex Sports Car Series, competi ... Continue reading
SHREVEPORT, La.--June 25, 2003--StockPickReport.Com (IARD#119079 - http://www.stockpickreport.com/?src=bw) makes these short-term stock recommendations: Dell Computer - SELL - http://pr.stockpickreport.com/DELL.htm Disney - WEAK SELL - http://pr.stockpickreport.com/DIS.htm General Motors - SELL - http://pr.stockpickrep ... Continue reading
AAA Wisconsin Forecasts Busy Fourth
State Gas Prices Stable, Higher Than Year Ago MADISON, Wis., June 25 -- An estimated 37.4 million people nationwide are projected to travel 50 miles or more from home during the Fourth of July weekend, according to AAA. That total is nearly 2 percent more than a year ago and the highest total for the holiday in at leas ... Continue reading
ADESA HOUSTON PROMOTES RICK MOWRER TO GENERAL MANAGER
<<Rick Mowrer.doc>> <<Rick.jpg>> Hi Everyone, Attached is a news release on Rick Mowrer who has been promoted to general manager of ADESA Houston. For further information on this news, please call. Thank you. ... Continue reading
ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 25 -- Agilisys Automotive, formerly BRAIN proudly announces improvements to its Automotive Message Exchange Server Solution with AutoEx 4.0. Formerly called BRAIN-eX(TM), the product sports a new name as well as improved functionality in the areas of: simplified routing, testing configurations, e ... Continue reading
BOC Receives Supplier Award from Worthington Cylinders
MURRAY HILL, N.J.--June 25, 2003--BOC has been recognized as a certified supplier of Worthington Cylinders, a subsidiary of Worthington Industries , at the company's recent supplier conference in Westerville, Ohio. In presenting the award to BOC, Jacob Sukosd, maintenance, repair and operations buyer for Worthington Cy ... Continue reading
EagleRider, world's largest renter of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, opens first locations in France
Los Angeles, June 25 -- - Company expands European locations with rental locations in Cannes and Antibes Employees at EagleRider, the world's largest renter of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, are getting used to saying "bonjour" in advance of the opening of the Company's new rental locations in Cannes and Antibes, France, ... Continue reading
NORTHVILLE, Mich., June 25 -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: HAYZ) , announced that it has received the coveted Quest for Excellence award and has been ranked as a top 50 supplier by OEM Executives in Automotive Industries' 2003 survey. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010522/HLILOGO ) T ... Continue reading
International Automotive Supplier Selects OnCourse Technologies' Manufacturing Solutions
NEW BERLIN, Wis., June 25 -- A $1.2 million (Canadian) contract is the second major automotive supplier contract this year for OnCourse Technologies Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: OCTH) . The contract includes two integrated software products from OnCourse Technologies. Anchor Lamina Inc., Windsor Ontario, will obtain 38 seats ... Continue reading
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--June 25, 2003--Nissan today announced that the all-new, next generation Nissan Pathfinder premium sport utility vehicle will be built at the Smyrna, Tenn., assembly plant beginning in the fall of 2004. The addition will bring approximately 800 new Nissan jobs at the Smyrna assembly and Decherd powertr ... Continue reading
Polaris Schedules Second Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call
MINNEAPOLIS--June 25, 2003--Polaris Industries Inc. announced today that it will release financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2003 the morning of Tuesday, July 15, 2003. The company has scheduled a conference call to discuss its second quarter 2003 financial results at 9:00 a.m. CST on the same day. ... Continue reading
Smash Mouth and Emerging Artists to Rock 10,000 Jeep Owners at Camp Jeep 2003
More than 10 musical artists available for interviews and photo opportunities June 26-28 What: The Oak Ridge Estate, near Charlottesville, Virginia, has been transformed into over 250 acres of off-road driving, extreme sporting activities, lifestyle and family activities, and live entertainment! Thousands of Jeep owner ... Continue reading
Timken and Stanadyne Form Global Automotive Engine Products Alliance
CANTON, Ohio, June 25 -- Timken and Stanadyne Precision Engine Products Corporation, a subsidiary of Stanadyne Corporation, have agreed to jointly develop and market advanced components for the rapidly expanding automotive engine valve train market worldwide. The annual global market for these products is estimated to ... Continue reading
Tonka race truck production photos on www.stranaracing.com
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Collision Repair Industry's 'PRIDE AWARD'
BOSTON, June 26 -- The National Auto Body Council is seeking nominations for its prestigious PRIDE AWARD, given to people who work in the collision industry for their selfless acts of humanitarian service to others. In the past ten years, when a nomination is being reviewed, a great deal of thought is given how the awa ... Continue reading
GenCorp 2nd Quarter Sales of $315 Million, Earnings of $0.21 per Share
SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 26 -- GenCorp Inc. today reported second quarter 2003 earnings of $10 million, or $0.21 per share, compared to $6 million, or $0.14 per share, for the second quarter 2002. Earnings for the first six months of 2003 were $13 million, or $0.30 per share compared with $9 million, or $0.21 per share ... Continue reading
Logex Corp. Selects Iteris' AutoVue Lane Departure Warning Technology on New Truck Purchases
ANAHEIM, Calif.--June 26, 2003--Iteris Inc., a subsidiary of Odetics Inc. & , today announced that Logex Corp., a cryogenic liquid and compressed gases transportation company based in Orange, Calif., has purchased 38 trucks with specifications that include the installation of AutoVue, Iteris' breakthrough Lane Departur ... Continue reading
America's Car-Mart Reports Earnings
BENTONVILLE, Ark.--June 26, 2003-- Company Reaffirms EPS Guidance for FY 2004 America's Car-Mart, Inc. today announced its operating results for the fourth fiscal quarter and year ended April 30, 2003. The Company's results are segmented into continuing and discontinued operations. Highlights of fourth quarter operatin ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: Members Can Now Request Roadside Assistance Online
LOS ANGELES--June 26, 2003--A tow, a gallon of gas or a battery jump are just a click away with the Automobile Club of Southern California's new roadside assistance online. Members may simply visit www.aaa-calif.com and click on "Roadside Assistance Online" on the right side of the screen. When the electronic request f ... Continue reading
Toyota NASCAR Report: Goody's Dash at Greenville-Pickens
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NHRA: Kurt Johnson is Ready to Shine in the Madison Moonlight
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Kurt Johnson is Ready to Shine in the Madison Moonlight Second generation driver looks to score Sunday night win in his ACDelco Cavalier SUGAR HILL, GA., June 24, 2003 - At 22 of the 23 stops on the 2003 NHRA POWERade schedule, the w ... Continue reading
JIMMY KITE READY TO MAKE CHARGE ON RICHMOND AND PIKES PEAK
JIMMY KITE READY TO MAKE CHARGE ON RICHMOND AND PIKES PEAK STOCKBRIDGE, Ga., June 25, 2003 - Jimmy Kite will return to the cockpit of the #5 Westcon Elevator/Westcon Racing Bloomer Engines-Beast this week with back-to-back races in the United States Auto Club (USAC) Weld Racing Silver Crown Series. The 27-year old driv ... Continue reading
Giaffone-Takagi Richmond Pre-Race Notes/Quotes
Contact: Laz Denes, 256-657-6190 ldenes@monunnracing.com www.monunnracing.com media information Giaffone, Takagi Set To Tackle Tough Little Oval at Richmond Pre-Race Notes/Quotes - SunTrust Indy Challenge - June 27-28, 2003 Richmond International Raceway - Richmond, Va. - 3/4-Mile Oval Round 7 of 16 on the 2003 IRL Ind ... Continue reading
Domestic Automakers Dominate R. L. Polk's Mid-Year Consumer Loyalty Rankings
North America's Big Three Lead in 12 of 14 Loyalty Categories DETROIT, June 25 -- Owners of vehicles manufactured by North America's Big Three automakers are remaining loyal to their chosen brands and models, despite increasing competitive pressure from foreign automakers that has slowly eroded the dominance of General ... Continue reading
Porsche(R) Cars North America Launches Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned Program
ATLANTA, June 25 -- Porsche Cars North America Inc. (PCNA) this month launched Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned, a program intended to bring younger buyers to the Porsche brand, strengthen brand loyalty and awareness, and increase the value of pre-owned Porsches. "Response has been extremely positive," said Peter S ... Continue reading
Survey Finds: When It Comes to Bad Driving, 'It's Always the Other Guy'
HARTFORD, Conn., June 25 -- Most adults consider themselves careful drivers, but not others on the road, reports a national survey from The Hartford Financial Services Group , a leading insurance and investment company. The survey found that 88 percent of adults give themselves high marks for careful driving, but only ... Continue reading
ROLEX SERIES DRIVER POINT STANDINGS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Christie Hyde, Grand American Road Racing Association, (386) 681-4182, CHyde@grandamerican.com Reece White, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, (614) 793-4620, rwhite@midohio.com ROLEX SERIES DRIVER POINT STANDINGS DAYTONA BEACH, Florida (June 24, 2003) -- The Rolex Sports Car Series awards poin ... Continue reading
Nissan Announces Pricing on Two New 2004 Models -- Quest Minivan and 350Z Roadster
Asset Caption: The all-new 2004 Nissan 350Z Roadster Asset Caption: The all-new 2004 Nissan Quest minivan Asset Caption: Download this Word document on the 2004 Nissan 350Z Coupe Pricing Asset Caption: Web-ready logo Asset Caption: Downloadable headline & body textAsset Description: Text file containing headline & body ... Continue reading
GM Sponsors Department Of Energy National Science Bowl
Golden, Colo. - General Motors experts will advise 16 teams of sixth through eighth-grade science students at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Middle School Science Bowl, June 25-28. The event will be held at the School of Mines' Student Center at the DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Students from 14 ... Continue reading
All-New Cobalt Adds to Chevrolet's Growing Portfolio
DETROIT - Chevrolet Motor Division will name its all-new small car Cobalt, Mary Larson, marketing director for Cavalier and Cobalt, announced today. "We think Cobalt - a word associated with power, strength and dependability - is a great fit for our new small car," said Larson. "Cobalt will feature a clean, contemporar ... Continue reading
Maintenance Gets Easier With AAA AutoManager
ORLANDO, Fla. June 25, 2003; How many times have you forgotten an oil change? When was the last time your car's tires were rotated? If you have trouble remembering routine maintenance for your vehicle, you can now receive automatic e-mail reminders when you list your vehicle with AAA AutoManager(TM) available on http:/ ... Continue reading
Global Industry Trade Magazine Ranks BE&K Companies Among Top Performers
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--June 25, 2003--BE&K, and its subsidiary companies, ranked among the top achievers in design, industrial construction and telecommunications industries in Engineering News Record's annual "Top 500 Design Firms." BE&K ranked number two among the top 10 pulp and paper firms in the world, number four amon ... Continue reading
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