Shell Awards Portfolio of Chemical Brands to TBWA\Chiat\Day Los Angeles
TBWA\Chiat\Day Adds The Outlaw, Black Magic, Rainx, FixAFlat and Gumout LOS ANGELES, Sept. 10 -- TBWA\Chiat\Day today announced that it has added five separate brands within the Shell Lubricants portfolio of chemical products. The five brands consist of: The Outlaw, Black Magic, Rainx, FixAFlat, and Gumout. TBWA\Chiat\ ... Continue reading
Valeo's starter-alternator to equip future PSA Peugeot Citroën vehicles from 2004
Paris, France, September 10 -- At the IAA, PSA Peugeot Citroen confirmed that Valeo's belt-driven starter-alternator would equip a future undisclosed vehicle model due in production in 2004. The new vehicle model is expected to be the first in the world with a 14 Volt belt-driven starter-alternator. Valeo's belt-driven ... Continue reading
SILVER SPRING, Md.--Sept. 10, 2003-- AutoDOCS to Speed Up and Streamline Investigations on Location, While Improving Accuracy with Low-Cost Satellite-Based Technology OPTIMUS Corporation, a leader in public safety technology, today announced that New Castle County, Delaware has chosen AutoDOCS(TM) - a super-efficient, ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation amplía su presencia en la República Checa
Francfort, Alemania, 10mo Septiembre -- Dana Corporation ha anunciado hoy su intención de construir una nueva factoría en Kadan (República Checa) cuya construcción comenzará en 2004. "La apertura de esta nueva planta de producción nos permitirá responder más rápida y eficientemente a las demandas del mercado", ... Continue reading
Dana suministra un sistema de tracción a todas las ruedas al nuevo Holden Adventra
Francfort, Alemania, 10mo Septiembre -- Dana Corporation ha anunciado hoy que su filial australiana ha comenzado a suministrar chasis frontales y traseros y sistemas de tracción para el sistema de tracción a todas las ruedas Cross Trac del nuevo vehículo combinado Holden Adventra. Los ingenieros de Dana han colabora ... Continue reading
Alcoa Chosen Again for Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes
PITTSBURGH--Sept. 10, 2003--Alcoa today announced that for the third consecutive year it has been named a component of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index family based on the company's ability to balance environmental excellence, social responsibility and financial success. Launched in 1999, the Dow Jones Sustainability ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich.--Sept. 10, 2003--Altair Engineering Inc. will host its 2003 Optimization Technology Seminar on September 16th, 2003 at the St. John's Golf and Conference Center in Plymouth, Michigan. Leading manufacturers will present applications, techniques and strategies in structural optimization and CAE-based robust d ... Continue reading
SALT LAKE CITY--Sept. 10, 2003--ARKONA Inc. (ARKN) (OTCBB:ARKN), the technological leader in fully integrated dealer management solutions and Web services, today announced the release of handheld technology to assist dealers with vehicle inventory management. This new solution augments existing Web-based offerings for ... Continue reading
Auto-Wares to Standardize Merchandising and Demand Chain Processes On Evant Software
27-Year Old Auto Parts Company Purchases Scientific Demand Planning And Replenishment Software to Reduce Inventory and Increase Service Levels SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 10 -- Evant, a leading provider of retail management software and services, today announced that Auto-Wares has selected Evant Demand Forecasting and Replen ... Continue reading
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn., Sept. 10 -- The non-profit American Eagle Foundation (AEF), headquartered at Dollywood, announced today approval of Tennessee State legislation (Bill No. 1303) for the development of a vehicle license plate honoring the Bald Eagle, our nation's Freedom symbol. A portion of the proceeds from the sal ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Sept. 10, 2003-- New Product Simplifies RFID and Bar Code Format Compliance and Management, Enabling Companies to Exploit AutoID Technology Across Their Supply Chains ClearOrbit, the leading provider of extended supply chain execution (SCE) software solutions, announced today that it has released for gen ... Continue reading
MELVILLE, N.Y.--Sept. 10, 2003--DealerTrack, Inc. Acquisition Will Enhance DealerTrack's North American Presence and Expand Opportunities for Canadian Auto Dealers and Finance Sources DealerTrack, Inc., a technology services company enabling finance transactions between automobile dealers and financing sources through ... Continue reading
TORONTO, Sept. 10 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. announced today that its subsidiary, Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Canada Inc. (DTAG Canada) has acquired four Edmonton-area Thrifty Car Rental franchise operations, including the in-terminal location at Edmonton International Airport. DTAG Canada will now op ... Continue reading
First Investors Reports Increased First Quarter Earnings
HOUSTON, Sept. 10 -- First Investors Financial Services has reported net income of $220,079 or $0.04 per share for the first quarter ended July 31, 2003 of the 2004 fiscal year. This compares to the $143,693 or $0.03 per share reported for the three months ended July 31, 2002. The Company benefited from increased inter ... Continue reading
IAnet Selects eDirectGlass Claims Manager
Advanced Automotive Glass Claims Platform to Strengthen Claims Services SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 10 -- AMJ Logistics, Inc. today is pleased to announce that IAnet has selected the eDirectGlass Claims Manager system to manage its automotive glass repair and replacement claims services. Under the new partnership, the eDi ... Continue reading
Industry report reveals data errors costing companies millions of dollars
Dear Editor, We put the news referenced below out on the public wires. We thought you might be interested in it and are sending this note in case you missed the release for any reason. Profile Systems in collaboration with the electrical industry's Industry Data Exchange Association (IDEA) conducted a study to determin ... Continue reading
HOUSTON--Sept. 10, 2003--Wireless industry innovators Integrated Services Group (Pink Sheets:ISVG) announced today that Skybercorp, one of ISVG's Joint Venture Affiliates, signed a provider contract with: MICHELON LOGISTICA TRANSPORTES NACIONAIS e INTERNACIONAIS LTDA Sao Paulo, Brasil Also negotiated and as an integral ... Continue reading
March of Dimes `Ride to Save Babies' Fundraiser Gets Online Facelift Thanks to Interland
ATLANTA--Sept. 10, 2003-- Interland helps March of Dimes by providing free Web design, development and hosting service to "Ride to Save Babies," a fundraiser supporting Georgia's Newborn Metabolic Screening Project The March of Dimes Georgia Chapter has re-launched "Ride to Save Babies" online (www.marchofdimesride.org ... Continue reading
Payless Car Rental and Payless Car Sales to Hold Joint Franchisee Forum
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--Sept. 10, 2003--Payless Car Rental System, Inc. and sister company Payless Car Sales, Inc. are hosting the Franchisee Forum 2003 in Orlando, Florida on September 28-30. The meeting offers franchisees and Payless management the opportunity to recognize 2003 fiscal year accomplishments and announce ... Continue reading
PR: HIMC Corporation Starts Public Trading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HIMC Corporation Starts Public Trading TACOMA, WA, Sept. 10, 2003 -- HIMC Corporation (Pink Sheets: HMCO) announced today that pursuant to NASD Rule 6740 and Rule 15c2-11 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, J Alexander Securities, Inc. has been cleared for an unpriced quotation on the Pink She ... Continue reading
Rockwell Automation Provides Fiscal 2003 Outlook at Analyst Meeting
MILWAUKEE--Sept. 10, 2003--Rockwell Automation Chairman and CEO Don Davis, in remarks today at a company sponsored securities analysts meeting in Cleveland, is announcing that the company expects fiscal 2003 diluted earnings per share will be in the range of $1.10 to $1.12 excluding the $69 million tax benefit reported ... Continue reading
STFC to Present to New York Analysts
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Sept. 10, 2003--State Auto Financial Corporation announced today that it will participate in two New York City stock analyst forums next week. On September 16 at 2:15 p.m., STFC Chief Financial Officer Steve Johnston will present at the Sandler O'Neill Insurance Conference, Grand Hyatt Hotel. On Septemb ... Continue reading
SANTA ANA, Calif.--Sept. 10, 2003--This winter, powersports fans, manufacturers and dealers are coming together to celebrate a common passion: motorcycles. The Powersports Group, producer of the popular Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows(R) presented by Toyota Trucks, has just announced its 2004 show schedule. ... Continue reading
Titan International, Inc. Announces Third Quarter Cash Dividend
QUINCY, Ill.--Sept. 10, 2003--The Board of Directors of Titan International, Inc. has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $.005 (one half cent) per common share for the third quarter of 2003. The cash dividend is payable October 15, 2003, to stockholders of record on September 30, 2003. Titan is a global supplier of ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Sept. 10, 2003-- DIRECWAY(R) Service Provides Two-Way, High-Speed, Satellite Broadband Connectivity for Home Office and Branch Office Locations TManage Inc. (www.tmanage.com), a leading provider of managed access, VPN and security services, today announced it has chosen Hughes Network Systems' broadband ... Continue reading
Frankfurt, September 10 -- - The winners of the Interior Motives: Student Design Awards 2003 were announced last night, amongst much celebration and excitement. Over 300 people attended the awards ceremony at the King Kamehemeha Club, Frankfurt's best-known jazz club, to view work exhibited from the 18 talented finalis ... Continue reading
BEA Accelerates Development of Seamless Value Chain Across Toyota Australia's Extended Enterprise SAN JOSE, Calif., Sept. 10 -- BEA Systems, Inc. , the world's leading application infrastructure software company, today announced that Toyota Australia has chosen BEA WebLogic Integration(TM) 8.1 as the software platform ... Continue reading
YORK, Pa.--Sept. 10, 2003--United Defense Industries, Inc. has been awarded a $7.6 million contract modification to procure kits to modify M109A6 Paladin self-propelled howitzers and M992 Field Artillery Ammunition Supply Vehicles (FAASVs) for the newest U.S. Army projectile and propelling charges. Under the modificati ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif. & BASEL, Switzerland--Sept. 10, 2003--Day (Swiss:DIHZn), a leading provider of enterprise content management software, today announced that Volkswagen selected Day Communique to redesign and significantly extend the functions of its human resources (HR) Internet portal. The new HR portal, which can be ac ... Continue reading
SI to Donate 100% of Subscription Revenue to Subscriber's Local Y as Part Of Magazine's 50th Anniversary Celebration Delaware Residents Entitled to Special Offer From September 10-September 16 NEW YORK, Sept. 10 -- As part of its 50th Anniversary community outreach program designed to enhance the quality of sports in A ... Continue reading
BENTONVILLE, Ark.--Sept. 10, 2003--America's Car-Mart, Inc. today announced its operating results for the first fiscal quarter ended July 31, 2003. The Company's results are segmented into continuing and discontinued operations. Highlights of first quarter operating results (continuing operations): -- Revenue growth of ... Continue reading
O'Reilly Auto Parts Gain 45 Mbps Throughput Over 12 Mbps Link with Expand ACCELERATORs
ROSELAND, N.J.--Sept. 10, 2003-- Four Times More Network Capacity Accelerate IBM AS/400 Data Mirroring While Reducing WAN Costs Expand Networks, the leader in WAN compression and optimization appliances, today announced that O'Reilly Auto Parts a nationally recognized, specialty retailer of automotive aftermarket parts ... Continue reading
Valeo erhält Aufträge von der Volkswagen-Gruppe für automatische Schließ-Systeme
Frankfurt, Deutschland, September 10 -- Valeo teilte heute mit, dass das Unternehmen von der Volkswagen Gruppe Aufträge in Höhe von 60 Mio. Euro für automatische Schließsysteme erhalten hat, die in Zukunft mehrere neue Kfz-Modelle ausstatten werden. "Die Entwicklung von unserem neuen Power Closure System - Standard ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Expands Into Czech Republic
FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 10 -- Dana Corporation announced today it will construct a new manufacturing facility in Kadan, Czech Republic. Construction of the facility is expected to begin in 2004. "The opening of this facility further strengthens Dana's ability to respond quickly and effectively to marketplace demands, ... Continue reading
Valeo awarded contracts for Volkswagen Group power closure systems
Frankfurt, Germany, September 10 -- Valeo today announced that Volkswagen Group had awarded the company contracts worth 60 million euros for power closure systems that will feature will feature on several future new car models whose production date was not disclosed. "The development of our new Power Closure Systems - ... Continue reading
Toyota Marketing Launch to Provide New Prius With 'The Power To Move Forward'
TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 10 -- A full advertising and marketing campaign, entitled "The Power To Move Forward," will support the introduction of the all-new 2004 Prius gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle when it goes on sale in October, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., announced today. "The next generation Prius is a no-c ... Continue reading
Widespread Billing Problems Documented in Two-Year Study SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 10 -- In a special two-year study of the auto body repair industry, the California Department of Consumer Affairs/Bureau of Automotive Repair (DCA/BAR) documented that nearly half the time, consumers were charged for parts or labor they ... Continue reading
Cheryl Munce Named ADESA Impact President
DULUTH, Minn.--Sept. 10, 2003--ALLETE, Inc. announced today that Cheryl Munce has been named president of ADESA Impact, ALLETE's total loss vehicle remarketing company based in Indianapolis. Munce is currently president of ADESA Impact's sister company in Canada, Impact Canada. She succeeds Warren Byrd, who will assist ... Continue reading
Tenneco Automotive Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Sept. 10 -- Tenneco Automotive announced today that Kenneth R. Trammell has been named senior vice president and chief financial officer. He was the company's vice president and controller and has been serving as interim CFO since July of this year. The appointment is effective immediately. Mr. Tramm ... Continue reading
Dana suministrará subsistemas de combustible a los nuevos motores diésel de PSA Peugeot Citroën
Francfort, Alemania, 10mo Septiembre -- Dana Corporation ha iniciado hoy el suministro de subsistemas completos de línea de combustible para los nuevos motores diésel de 1,4 litros DV4 y 1,6 litros DV6 de PSA Peugeot Citroën. Dana espera obtener unos ingresos superiores a 140 millones de dólares (unos 130 millones ... Continue reading
Ferrari Racing Team Uses Solvay Advanced Polymers' TORLON(R) Polyamide-imide for Suspension Bushings
ALPHARETTA, Ga., Sept. 10 -- When the Houston-based Risi Competizione Ferrari race team became frustrated with having to change the suspension bushings on their three Ferrari 360GTs after every race, they upgraded to suspension bushings made from TORLON(R) 4435 polyamide-imide (PAI). TORLON resins are produced by Solva ... Continue reading
Frankfurt Motor Show Update Valeo= All-round safety
Frankfurt, Germany, September 10 -- - At the Frankfurt Motor Show, Valeo Raytheon presents an innovative system that monitors the driver's blind spot For a future-oriented automotive supplier, the idea of integrating automotive and aviation radar technology was no more than logical. After all, it had been obvious for s ... Continue reading
The Winners of the Interior Motives: Student Design Awards 2003 Were Announced Last Night, Amongst Much Celebration and Excitement. FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 10 -- Over 300 people attended the awards ceremony at the King Kamehemeha Club, Frankfurt's best-known jazz club, to view work exhibited from the 18 talented fina ... Continue reading
Penske Automotive Group Names New Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
EL MONTE, Calif.--Sept. 10, 2003--Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (PAG) announced today that Gregory J. Houfley, CPA, has been appointed Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer effective September 15, 2003. Houfley joined Penske Corporation in September 1994 as Corporate Tax Director and was promoted to Vice Pr ... Continue reading
S&P Assigns AAA to OSCAR Funding XI's Japanese ABS
TOKYO--Sept. 10, 2003--Standard & Poor's--Standard & Poor's Ratings Services said today that it had assigned its 'AAA' ratings to OSCAR Funding Corp. XI's JPY37.4 billion-equivalent U.S. dollar- and euro-denominated floating-rate notes due September 2008. The notes are ultimately backed by a pool of auto loans originat ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation provides unique suspension systems for Ford Territory in Australia
Frankfurt, Germany, September 10 -- Dana Corporation announced today that its Australian subsidiary has begun providing the front suspension system, independent rear suspension module, and the front and rear driveshafts for Ford Australia's new Territory crossover vehicle. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/199 ... Continue reading
Bazemore looks to match NHRA career best e.t. and win in Reading
DON SCHUMACHER RACING NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES ROUND 18 of 23 LUCAS OIL NHRA NATIONALS Maple Grove Raceway Reading, Pa. Race Date: Sept. 12-14, 2003 Contact: Judy Stropus 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438 BAZEMORE RETURNS TO SITE OF CAREER-BEST E.T. IN READING READING, Pa. (Sept. 10, 2003) - Whit Bazemore, who is ... Continue reading
Cannon ready to roll at Maple Grove NHRA race
DON SCHUMACHER RACING NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES ROUND 18 of 23 LUCAS OIL NHRA NATIONALS Maple Grove Raceway Reading, Pa. Race Date: Sept. 12-14, 2003 Contact: Judy Stropus 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438 CANNON LOOKS FOR GOOD RESULTS IN READING READING, Pa. (Sept. 10, 2003) - Scotty Cannon is ready to get rollin ... Continue reading
Toyota's Chairman Hiroshi Okuda Addresses Washington VIPs at U.S. Chamber of Commerce
WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Toyota Chairman Hiroshi Okuda addressed a crowd of some 300 Washington business leaders, members of Congress, government officials, and leading environmental organizations today at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Okuda addressed the future changes of the automobile industry, Toyota's commitment to ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 10 -- Delphi Corp. will help further improve occupant protection in 2005, when its active energy- absorbing steering column technology debuts in the U.S. market. The company's newest steering column safety technology acts as part of an integrated system to help Delphi customers improve their v ... Continue reading
September 2003 (Newstream) -- The 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show is set to be a show of concept cars and world premieres - with many new designs and models ready to be revealed. Ford of Europe's sporty concept car 'the Visos' will have its public debut, as well as Jaguar's vision of the future the R-D6. The covers will also ... Continue reading
Frankfurt Auto Show Update: Cadillac Sixteen Just a Dream
Frankfurt September 10, 2003; James Mackintosh writing for the FT reported that General Motors is unlikely to build a super-luxury Cadillac to compete with BMW's Rolls Royce and DaimlerChrysler's Maybach marques after concluding that there are too many $250,000-plus vehicles. Bob Lutz, vice-chairman, said the 1,000 hor ... Continue reading
AvantGo Drives New Mobile Concierge Service For Nissan 2004 Maxima Campaign
SYNOPSIS: Nissan leverages AvantGo service to extend "Shift_" campaign and sleek Maxima brand to mobile devices; Mobile Concierge service provides users with free entertainment listings for top 25 U.S. cities. DUBLIN, Calif., Sept. 10 -- Nissan is harnessing the power of the AvantGo(R) mobile Internet service to extend ... Continue reading
BMW's New X3, 6 Series, 5 Series and X5 at Frankfurt
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Sept. 10 -- Following BMW's aggressive market offensive initiative, BMW will debut several new and updated models at this year's Frankfurt (IAA) Auto Show. They include an all-new BMW SAV, the X3, the new 6 Series coupe, the 5-series sedan, and the updated X5 SAV. The all-new X3 Sports Activity Ve ... Continue reading
Brickendon, Hertfordshire, September 10 -- A ground-breaking initiative to take professional standards in the vehicle body repair industry to a new level is launched today, (September 10) with the introduction of the first national accreditation scheme for individual body fitters, painters and panel repair technicians. ... Continue reading
STUTTGART, Germany and WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- To support the company's global business strategy, DaimlerChrysler AG today announces the creation of a new worldwide External Affairs and Public Policy (EAPP) department, to be headed by Group Senior Vice President Robert G. Liberatore, effective January 1, 2004. The new ... Continue reading
Frankfurt Auto Show Update: Korean Automakers Drive Into European Car Show
Hyundai Motor and its affiliate Kia Motors unveiled their first convertible models at the opening of the 60th Frankfurt International Motor Show Tuesday. Hyundai Motor showcased a concept convertible based on its sport coupe Tuscani at the largest European auto show, saying it will mass-produce the new car from the sec ... Continue reading
ACDelco Professional Iridium Spark Plugs Are The Latest In High-Performance Technology
GRAND BLANC, MICH. - ACDelco, a leader in the automotive aftermarket, continues to offer its customers new, technologically-improved products, as evidenced by the ACDelco Professional Iridium spark plug. Throughout its 76 years of selling spark plugs, ACDelco has developed a broad range of plugs designed to perform in ... Continue reading
Norcross, GA - Saab unveils its intent to enter a new market segment with the debut of its Saab 9-3 Sport-Hatch Concept at this year's Frankfurt Motor Show. The distinctive, five-door, four-seat format offers sporty, driver-focused performance and innovative load-carrying features, while challenging the traditional dis ... Continue reading
Steelworkers Union Locals Reject Goodyear Contract
AKRON, Ohio, September 10, 2003; The AP reported that one of the 14 Steelworkers union locals representing Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. employees has voted to reject a proposed three-year contract, a member of the local in Tennessee said Tuesday. Ratification requires approval of at least eight of the unions's Goodyear l ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Announces Expansion of Heavy Vehicle Technology Center
TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 9 -- Dana Corporation today announced plans for a $6 million expansion of its state-of- the-art heavy vehicle research and development center in Kalamazoo, Mich. The expansion is slated to begin this month, with completion scheduled for early 2004. Dana's Heavy Vehicle Technology Center houses the h ... Continue reading
GM RACING NOTES & QUOTES--STEVE PARK WINSTON TELECONFERENCE TRANSCRIPT
Contact: Ron Lemasters Jr. GM Racing Communications r.lemasters@att.net (704) 792-1801 (office) (704) 236-9831 (cell) For more information: http://www.media.gm.com GM RACING NOTES & QUOTES; WINSTON TELECONFERENCE; STEVE PARK, NO. 30 AOL CHEVROLET; SEPT, 9, 2003; PAGE 1 Concord, N.C., Sept. 9, 2003 - Steve Park, driver ... Continue reading
Sika Automotive Appoints Grant Garrett Director of Sales For DaimlerChrysler Account
MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., Sept. 9 -- Sika Automotive has announced the appointment of Grant Garrett as Director of Sales for Sika's DaimlerChrysler (DCX) business. John Harris, Vice President of Automotive Sales, made the announcement. In this role Grant will be responsible for representing Sika at DCX, developing new bu ... Continue reading
RC2 Previews 2004 Product Line-Up at International Model and Hobby Expo
BOLINGBROOK, Ill., Sept. 9 -- RC2 Corporation is presenting an extensive line-up of new products at the International Model and Hobby Expo in Rosemont, Illinois September 11th through 14th. The new products will be marketed under the Company's Racing Champions(R), Ertl(R), Learning Curve, American Muscle(TM), AMT(R) an ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Sweeps SCCA ProRally National Championship
O'Sullivan's Podium Finish at Wild West ProRally Gives Team One-Two Honors OLYMPIA, Wash., Sept. 9 -- Lauchlin O'Sullivan started the Wild West ProRally with an encounter with a tree early on the second stage, trashing his Lancer Evolution's front bumper, driver's side headlight and fender. But he and co-driver Christi ... Continue reading
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