Chrysler Group Selects 20 Contestants for 'Stand By Your Van' Contest at Chicago Auto Show
- Minivan fans from Chicago, Detroit, Indianapolis, and Milwaukee to participate in contest - Winner to drive home in a brand new 2005 Chrysler Town & Country or Dodge Grand Caravan with Stow n' Go seating and storage system AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 4 -- Chrysler Group has selected 20 minivan fans to compete in the "S ... Continue reading
Dr. Vasant Raval Joins Syntel Board of Directors
TROY, Mich.--Feb. 4, 2004--Syntel, Inc. today announced that Dr. Vasant Raval, Professor of Accounting and Chair, Department of Accounting at Creighton University, has joined the Company's Board of Directors. "With Vasant's deep financial expertise, he will be a great addition to our Board of Directors," said Bharat De ... Continue reading
Inner-City Students Awarded New Bikes By Acura
Donation Allows Students to Participate in the Acura L.A. Bike Tour on March 7 VENICE BEACH, Calif., Feb. 4 -- Approximately 30 inner-city middle and high school students will now have a much easier ride when participating in the Acura L.A. Bike Tour on March 7, thanks to a donation today by Acura of new state-of-the-a ... Continue reading
DANA POINT, Calif.--Feb. 4, 2004--Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ("MPA")(OTC:MPAA), a leading provider of remanufactured starters and alternators for the automotive aftermarket, will be presenting on Thursday, February 19, 2004, at 10:40 a.m. PST, at the Roth Capital Partners 16th Annual Growth Stock Conference taking ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Media Center (877) 201-2373 BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE INTRODUCES BRIDGESTONE-BRAND INSIGNIA SE200(tm) WITH UNI-T(r) TECHNOLOGY CHICAGO (Feb. 4, 2004) - Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire, LLC (BFNT) today introduced the Bridgestone(r) Insignia SE 200(tm) with UNI-T(r) technology. The t ... Continue reading
NEWMARKET, Ontario, Feb. 4 -- In the ongoing battle for minivan supremacy, segment originator Chrysler Group recently surpassed the competition with a new feature: 2005 Chrysler and Dodge minivans offer innovative Stow 'n Go seats, a minivan-first developed by Intier Automotive Inc. in conjunction with DaimlerChrysler ... Continue reading
The Eastern Company Declares Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend
NAUGATUCK, Conn.--Feb. 4, 2004--The Eastern Company (AMEX:EML) today announced the declaration of its regular quarterly cash dividend of eleven cents ($0.11) per share, payable March 15, 2004, to common stock shareholders of record as of February 20, 2004. This represents the Company's 254th consecutive quarterly divid ... Continue reading
American Pacific Reports First Quarter Results
LAS VEGAS, Feb. 4 -- American Pacific Corporation today reported financial results for its fiscal 2004 first quarter, and provided information on the Company's operations. Operating Activities. The Company reported a decrease in sales of $10.3 million, or 68%, in the first quarter compared to the same quarter last year ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Declares 128th Consecutive Quarterly Dividend
FINDLAY, Ohio, Feb. 4 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company today announced a quarterly dividend of 10.5 cents per share on common stock, payable March 31, 2004 to stockholders of record at the close of business March 5, 2004. This will mark the 128th consecutive quarterly dividend paid by Cooper Tire & Rubber Company. ... Continue reading
First Advantage Names Alex Sink to Board of Directors
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 4 -- First Advantage Corporation , a global risk management solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Adelaide A. ("Alex") Sink to its board of directors. Prior to retiring in 2000, Sink had a 26-year career with Bank of America - Florida, which culminated in her appointment as p ... Continue reading
HYUNDAI EXPANDS LINE WITH ALL-NEW 2005 TUCSON SUV
February 4, 2004 -- Chicago -- Continuing to expand its model line in the United States, Hyundai today introduced the Tucson sport utility vehicle at the Chicago Auto Show. The vehicle is the company's first entry into the small SUV segment. The Tucson is smaller than Hyundai's hot-selling Santa Fe SUV and will go on s ... Continue reading
Kasey Kahne -- Daytona Preview
<<ole0.bmp>> John King Clear!Blue 704.975.3252 jking@clearblue.biz No. 9 Dodge Dealers/UAW Dodge Race Facts Daytona 500 Driver: Kasey Kahne Team Director: Tommy Baldwin Owner: Ray Evernham Car Information: New - Tested at Daytona No. 9 Team Stats at Daytona: Best Start: 1st, Feb. 2001 Best Finish: 5th, Feb. 2001 Notes: ... Continue reading
Toyota Reveals Next-Generation Tacoma X-Runner and Solara Convertible at 2004 Chicago Auto Show
CHICAGO, Feb. 4 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the all-new 2005 Tacoma X-Runner pickup truck and 2004 Camry Solara Convertible models at a press conference today at the 2004 Chicago Auto Show. The high-performance X-Runner sport truck will be one of several models offered when the all-new next-gene ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--Feb. 4, 2004--PRIMEDIA's IntelliChoice, a PRIMEDIA company that develops and distributes automobile pricing, specifications, ownership cost and leasing data, today announced winners of the 18th annual "Best Overall Value of the Year" awards for 2004 model year cars, trucks and SUVs at media preview days of the ... Continue reading
BMW 760i to Debut at Chicago Auto Show
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PennDOT: Vehicle Emissions Inspections to Begin Feb. 1 in Lancaster, Lebanon and York Counties
Emissions Inspections Now Required Annually at the Time of Safety Inspection HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 30 -- Beginning Feb. 1, the Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation and Environmental Protection will implement federally mandated vehicle emissions inspections in Lancaster, Lebanon and York counties for most gasoline ... Continue reading
Thrifty Car Rental verstärkt deutsche Präsenz mit neuer Vertretung am Münchner Flughafen
TULSA, Oklahoma, February 2 -- Die Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. gab heute bekannt, die Car & Fly GmbH, seit über einem Jahr Hauptfranchisenehmer der Marke Thrifty Car Rental in Deutschland, habe nun auch eine Vertretung am Flughafen München eröffnet. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020412/DTGLO ... Continue reading
SHANGAI, China, February 4 -- Valeo recibió el galardón de Mejor Proveedor del Año de manos de Shanghai-GM por su calidad, servicio, entrega y tecnología en el año 2003. General Motors de Shangai entregó el galardón a Yang Dejun, director general de Valeo Automotive Electrical Systems de Shangai el 18 de enero, ... Continue reading
Jeremy Mayfield -- Budweiser Shootout
<<ole0.bmp>> John King Clear!Blue 704.975.3252 jking@clearblue.biz No. 19 NHL All-Star Dodge Dealers/UAW Dodge Race Facts Budweiser Shootout Driver: Jeremy Mayfield Team Director: Kenny Francis Car Information: New Notes: * Mayfield became eligible for the Budweiser Shootout after capturing the pole for the Aaron's 499 ... Continue reading
Study Establishes Customer Relationship Management Applications Deliver Proven ROI
SAN MATEO, Calif.--Feb. 4, 2004-- Siebel CRM Deployments Generate Valuable Cost Savings and Productivity Enhancements According to IDC's recently completed ROI study, The Financial Impact of CRM(1), successful customer relationship management (CRM) application implementations have yielded impressive returns on investme ... Continue reading
SHANGHAI, China, February 4 -- Valeo hat von Shanghai-GM die Auszeichnung als "Bester Lieferant des Jahres" für seine 2003 gezeigte Qualität, Dienstleistungen, Lieferungen und Technologie erhalten. Shanghai General Motors übergab die Auszeichnung an den General Manager von Shanghai Valeo Automotive Electrical System ... Continue reading
Best Western and Michael Waltrip Teaming Up for NASCAR Fans
PHOENIX, Feb. 4 -- Michael Waltrip, defending champion of The Daytona 500, will be racing for his third title in four years in NASCAR's premier event on Sunday, Feb. 15th. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030627/BESTWESTERNLOG O ) He'll also be racing for NASCAR fans and Best Western customers across North ... Continue reading
Hella Develops First Headlamp Modules With LEDs
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Feb. 4 -- The Audi A8 W12 is the first vehicle in the world to benefit from an innovative system developed by Hella that uses white light-emitting diodes (LEDs) in vehicle sidemarkers and daytime running lights (DRLs). The white-light LEDs have the same intensity as xenon lamps, but offer greater flexi ... Continue reading
Chrysler 'Stand By Your Van' Contest at 2004 Chicago Auto Show - Sounds Like the Depression is Back
'Survivor-Like' Standing Contest Challenges 20 Minivan Fans to Compete for A New 2005 Chrysler Town & Country or Dodge Grand Caravan With Stow n' Go Seating and Storage System -- Last one standing drives home in a brand new minivan What: The Stand By Your Van contest will officially get underway at the 2004 Chicago Aut ... Continue reading
Buick LaCrosse Replaces the Regal and Century
CHICAGO February 4, 2004; Jojhn Porretto writing for the AP reported that General Motors Corp.'s Buick brand is reshaping its car lineup by adding a new premium sedan, the 2005 LaCrosse, and eliminating two aging models, the Century and Regal. The 2005 LaCrosse, scheduled to be introduced Wednesday at the Chicago Auto ... Continue reading
Non-GM Sales Growth of 35% for Full Year 2003 DETROIT, Feb. 4 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2003. Fourth Quarter Highlights: * Earnings per share of 96 cents * Record fourth quarter sal ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich.--Feb. 4, 2004--Amerigon Incorporated today announced that it is scheduled to make an investor presentation at the Roth Capital Partners 16th Annual Growth Stock Conference on Wednesday, February 18, 2004, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. The conference is being held February 16-19, 2004, at the St. Regis Mona ... Continue reading
Capital Automotive Prices Public Offering of 1,825,000 Common Shares
MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 4 -- Capital Automotive REIT , today announced that it has priced a public offering of 1,825,000 of its common shares at $35.40 per share. The offering is expected to close on February 9, 2004. The Company also has granted the underwriters an over-allotment option to purchase up to 273,750 additional ... Continue reading
Hyundai Tier Supplier Mobis Expands in Alabama, an Advisory from Industrialinfo.com
HOUSTON--Feb. 4, 2004--Researched by Industrialinfo.com (Industrial Information Resources Incorporated, Houston). Tier supplier, Hyundai Mobis' new Alabama plant, Mobis Alabama (Montgomery, Ala.) (Plant 1060088), which was just completed in August of last year, is expanding, this time doubling its original size. For mo ... Continue reading
Kolorfusion International, Inc. Announces Letter of Intent for Digital Imaging of Motorcyle Parts
DENVER--Feb. 4, 2004--Kolorfusion International, Inc. (OTCBB: KOLR) announced today that it has entered into a Letter of Intent with GP Color Imaging, located in North Hollywood, California, with the specific purpose of developing a digital system to provide graphics onto motorcycle parts utilizing Kolorfusion's patent ... Continue reading
ON Semiconductor Announces Pricing of Common Stock Offering
PHOENIX--Feb. 4, 2004--ON Semiconductor today announced that it has priced a common stock offering of 47.0 million shares, including 34.0 million shares offered by the company and 13.0 million shares offered by a selling stockholder, at a public offering price of $6.98 per share. The net proceeds to ON Semiconductor wi ... Continue reading
FORT WORTH, Texas--Feb. 4, 2004--Progressive Concepts, Inc. ("PCI") announced today that it has been awarded a comprehensive three-year call center services agreement with Pontiac, Michigan-based GPSi, LLC, the exclusive supplier of Guidepoint Systems(TM), a leading vehicle theft recovery and other vehicle-based servic ... Continue reading
SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 4 -- Dominic Kotab of Silicon Valley IP Group, PC announced today the recent filing of a patent application for an in-vehicle advisory/warning communication system designed to decrease emergency vehicle response-time while increasing the safety and protecting the lives of EMS, fire and police per ... Continue reading
HUDSON, Ohio--Feb. 4, 2004--Quatech Inc., a leading manufacturer of reliable serial connectivity solutions, today announced several new enhancements for its ThinQ(TM) line of serial device servers. A direct result of customer surveys and requests, these features significantly improve the flexibility and power of the ov ... Continue reading
SAN ANTONIO--Feb. 4, 2004--Rush Enterprises Inc. , the largest network of Peterbilt heavy-duty truck dealerships in North America and a John Deere construction equipment dealership in Texas, today announced that it will present at the Deutsche Bank Securities 14th Annual Global Transportation Conference at the Ritz-Car ... Continue reading
Surface Tech, Inc. Engages Professional Law Firm
IRVINE, Calif.--Feb. 4, 2004--Surface Tech, Inc. (OTC:SFCI) engaged Baker & Hostetler, LLP to assist the company in enforcing its patented process of "on the car alloy wheel repair." Baker & Hostetler is an Am-Law 100 firm with 10 offices across the United States and affiliated firms located in Brazil and Mexico. With ... Continue reading
-- Looking for a way to give back to the community but don't know how to start? You're not alone -- about half of the people who don't volunteer in this country say they would if they knew how. But now, technology is giving potential volunteers an easier way to start. A report from General Motors You can reach the stor ... Continue reading
2005 Dodge Dakota Delivers Real Mid-Size Room, Capability and V-8 Power
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 4 -- The success of any new truck is measured from its frame up and the all-new Dodge Dakota does not disappoint. Dodge's credo of "do more, get the job done" was melded with a goal to improve refinement and safety. As a result, the all-new 2005 Dodge Dakota's frame is designed for improved st ... Continue reading
Bold, Powerful Design Defines All-New 2005 Dodge Dakota as One Tough Truck
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 4 -- The all-new 2005 Dodge Dakota boasts a bigger, beefier and more refined design. The confident, powerful and modern design distinguishes the new Dakota from the smaller compact and mid-size competitors. "With the new Dodge Dakota, we have created a new design language that instantly identi ... Continue reading
Maptuit and Navigation Technologies Announce Alliance in Support of Truck Industry
BURLINGTON, Mass.--Feb. 4, 2004-- Companies Collaborate to Develop an Enhanced Trucking Attribute Product for North America Maptuit(TM) Corporation, a leading provider of transportation optimization solutions for the trucking industry, today announced it has formed an alliance with Navigation Technologies. Maptuit and ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Achieves $7.2 Billion Operating Profit in 2003
* Operating profit from ongoing business of more than $6.3 billion * Net income of $0.6 billion * Group revenues of $171.9 billion * Board of Management proposes a dividend of euro 1.50 per share for 2003 STUTTGART, Germany and AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 4 -- DaimlerChrysler has announced preliminary figures for the Gro ... Continue reading
SAFE KIDS Report Reveals Dramatic Improvements In Child Occupant Protection Laws Since 2001
Despite Progress, More Than Half of States Still Do Not Protect Booster-Aged Children /ADVANCE FOR RELEASE AT 8:00 A.M. EST THURSDAY, FEB. 5/ /ADVANCE/ WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- In a report released today in observance of Child Passenger Safety Week (Feb. 8-14), the National SAFE KIDS Campaign announced that 27 states have ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 4 -- Bigger, bolder and tougher, the all-new 2005 Dodge Dakota stands alone as the largest, most powerful and most capable mid-size pickup in the market. With best-in-class torque, horsepower and towing, the 2005 Dodge Dakota delivers full-size pickup styling, feel and power with the only V-8 ... Continue reading
A Promise of Performance: Land Rover Concept Vehicle Makes First Chicago Appearance
CHICAGO, Feb. 4 -- Following its International debut, the Range Stormer concept vehicle is sure to capture the attention of those attending the Chicago Auto Show. With its bold design, innovative features and distinctive styling cues, this first-ever Land Rover concept vehicle is evidence of an exciting future for the ... Continue reading
MSN Helps Lexus Stake New Ground in Online Luxury Segment
Lexus Extends Run of Lexus.MSN.com for Affluent Consumers; Adds Streaming Video to Enhance Luxury Lifestyle Experience REDMOND, Wash., Feb. 4 -- MSN and Lexus today announced the renewal of the co-branded Web site, Lexus.MSN.com, for another year. The agreement expands the brand and user experience online. (Logo: http: ... Continue reading
MotorWeek Announces 2004 Drivers' Choice Awards; Volkswagen Touareg Tips Scales to Capture Top Spot
CHICAGO--Feb. 4, 2004--Big, bold gestures, ultra-smooth moves and out-of-the-box innovation are just some of the indelible attributes that make each category winner of the 2004 Drivers' Choice Awards a standout. From PBS's MotorWeek, America's longest-running automotive magazine show and the nation's most trusted sourc ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Names Michael J. Burns Chief Executive Officer and President
President - General Motors Europe Succeeds the Late Joe Magliochetti TOLEDO, Ohio, Feb. 4 -- The Board of Directors of Dana Corporation announced today that it has named Michael J. Burns chief executive officer, president and a director of the company. Burns, who has been President of General Motors Europe since 1998, ... Continue reading
Ford Agrees To Pay $23.7 million(instead of $290 million) in California Bronco Rollover Case
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb 3, 2004; Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co. has agreed to pay $23.7 million to a family involved in a 1993 rollover accident in a decision that ends more than a decade of legal wrangling, a lawyer for the world's third-largest automaker said on Tuesday. The decision stems from a California appeals ... Continue reading
Year 3: MotorCities - Automobile National Heritage Area's Grants Program Open for Applications
DETROIT, Feb. 3 -- On January 16, 2004, MotorCities - Automobile National Heritage Area (MotorCities-ANHA) announced the opening of the third year of its successful grants programs. Two separate grants programs support the efforts of local and regional partners to develop auto heritage projects. In 2003, 27 applicants ... Continue reading
Summit Racing Equipment Continues Sponsorship With NHRA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 914-4761 SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT CONTINUES SERIES SPONSORSHIP AND "OFFICIAL" STATUS WITH NHRA GLENDORA, Calif. - (Feb. 3, 2004) - Summit Racing Equipment has renewed its sponsorship of the Summit Racing Equipment Series as well as its status as the Official Mail ... Continue reading
Lear Corporation Appoints Anne K. Bingaman to Board of Directors
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 3 -- Lear Corporation today announced that Anne K. Bingaman has been appointed to Lear's Board of Directors, effective immediately. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20021202/LEARLOGO ) Bingaman served as assistant attorney general of the Antitrust Division of the United States Departme ... Continue reading
R. Todd Wilson Named NASCAR Chief Financial Officer
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.--Feb. 3, 2004--In a move to enhance NASCAR's business leadership within the motorsports industry, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Brian France announced today the appointment of R. Todd Wilson as Chief Financial Officer. Wilson, who will report directly to France, will serve as NASCAR's highest ... Continue reading
Avis Brings Innovative Motorola GPS Device to the West Coast with Launch of 'Avis Assist'
Demonstrations Available at LAX on February 5-6 Separately, Avis Awards SUV to Santa Monica, California Winner of North American 2003 "Who Tries Harder" Contest WHAT: 1. "Avis Assist," a satellite-based navigation system developed by Motorola for Avis will now be available on the West Coast, including at the Los Angele ... Continue reading
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