Ford to Meet with Investors in London
Malcolm Macdonald, vice president and Treasurer of Ford Motor Company, will present to fixed-income investors at Goldman Sachs in London on Tuesday, March 16. The presentation is scheduled from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. local time (5:00 a.m. U.S. EST) and is available on a listen-only basis. The dial-in number is +44 20 8515 ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries Announces Second Quarter Results Conference Call to Be Held on March 18, 2004
FOREST CITY, Iowa--March 12, 2004--Winnebago Industries, Inc. , the nation's leading manufacturer of motor homes, will host a conference call on Thursday, March 18, 2004 at 10 am ET to discuss the results of its second quarter of fiscal 2004 ended February 28, 2004. The Company will release its results on March 18 at 7 ... Continue reading
DETROIT, March 12 -- Budco, the Highland Park based marketing and distribution company, received Ford Motor Company's prestigious Q1 Award at an in-house ceremony earlier this month. Q1 is a designation given by Ford Motor Company to suppliers that consistently exhibit a high level of quality in the products and servic ... Continue reading
Wescast Announces Resignation Of President And CEO
BRANTFORD, Ontario--March 12, 2004--Wescast Industries Inc. (TSX: WCS.A) today announced that it has accepted the resignation of Raymond T. Finnie as Director and President and Chief Executive Officer, effective March 31, 2004. The Board of Directors has appointed Edward G. Frackowiak, Executive Chairman, as interim Ch ... Continue reading
3M and Graco Form Strategic Alliance
ST. PAUL, Minn.--March 12, 2004--3M Automotive Aftermarket Division and Graco Industrial/Automotive Equipment Division today announced they have formed an alliance to offer a new line of paint spray guns to the automotive aftermarket. 3M and Graco see the line as a natural complement to 3M's Paint Preparation System, w ... Continue reading
dodge cup, truck qualifying quotes from ams qualifying
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup notes, quotes from Golden Corral 500 Qualifying at Atlanta and EasyCare Vehicle Service Contracts 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Qualifying from Atlanta. RYAN NEWMAN (No. 12 ALLTEL Dodge) - On the pole again. Newman wins third straight Atlanta pole, second of season and 20th of his career. "We gave ... Continue reading
Earl Scheib Announces Continued Operating Improvements in Third Quarter Fiscal 2004 Results
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif.--March 12, 2004--Earl Scheib, Inc. (AMEX:ESH) reported its results for the third quarter and nine months ended January 31, 2004 of the fiscal year ending April 30, 2004. Historically, the third quarter has been the most difficult quarter of the Company's industry because of adverse winter weather a ... Continue reading
Fleetwood RV Launches 2005 Discovery, Excursion and Providence at Winter FMCA
Newly Designed Coaches will Feature Cat(R) Engines and Elevated Ceilings RIVERSIDE, Calif., March 12 -- Fleetwood RV, the nation's leader in recreational vehicle sales, today announced that it will launch its 2005 Discovery, Excursion and Providence Class A diesel models at Family Motor Coaching Association's winter co ... Continue reading
PASADENA, Calif.--March 12, 2004--In a wide ranging review and analysis of 20 months of litigation for a national class action lawsuit brought against Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc. and Bridgestone Corporation, Inc. of Japan for alleged defects in the Steeltex tire series, plaintiffs' attorneys today warned that the publi ... Continue reading
McCoy Miller Receives Ford's Specialty Vehicle Quality Program Award
Leading Ambulance Maker's Commitment to Continuous Improvement Yields Results ELKHART, Ind., March 12 -- McCoy Miller, one of the nation's leading manufacturers of emergency vehicles, was awarded Ford Motor Company's Qualified Vehicle Modifier (QVM) designation, the auto giant's highest recognition for manufacturers of ... Continue reading
MIKE CANNEY ENTERS AGT WITH CORVETTE
Immediate Release Contact: Todd Benne Toddbenne@americangt.com 636.262.1723 March 12, 2004 MIKE CANNEY ENTERS AGT WITH CORVETTE Wilton, CT- Mike Canney, driver and owner of the Intelligence Data Systems Corvette, number 76, announced the team's intentions to compete in the inagural season of the American GT Challenge. ... Continue reading
Mopar's Drake to Chat on Racers-Chat.com
NEWS RELEASE March 12, 2004 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TEAM MOPAR CONTACT: Misha Geisert J.R. Thompson Company (317) 432-4110 MoparPR@aol.com Mopar's Drake to Chat on Racers-Chat.com Center Line, Mich. - Team Mopar's Jay Drake will be the featured guest on Racers-Chat.com this coming Monday, March 15, 2004. At 8 p.m. EST, f ... Continue reading
Reynolds and Reynolds Responds to Moody's Debt Rating Action
Company's Investment Grade Credit Rating Continues DAYTON, Ohio, March 12 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company today responded to Moody's lowering of the company's senior unsecured debt rating to Baa2 from Baa1 and negative ratings outlook. "Reynolds and Reynolds continues to hold an investment grade credit rating and ... Continue reading
Ringers Gloves Release: Newman Grabs Bud Pole
Press Information: For Immediate Release Contact information Mindy Stephens Ringers Gloves Public Relations/Marketing 317.227.1044 RingersIndy@aol.com RYAN NEWMAN AND UNDERX BY RINGERS GRAB BUD POLE IN ATLANTA INDIANAPOLIS â“ (March 12, 2004) Penske Racingâ™s Ryan Newman grabbed the Bud Pole with a speed of 1 ... Continue reading
Total preference figures for premium Panasonic sound system outpace Bose, Harman Kardon, and Mark Levinson systems by nearly nine to one DETROIT, March 12 -- According to the final survey results of the ELS Surround Sound Challenge compiled by MORPACE International Research, Panasonic's revolutionary new discrete, six- ... Continue reading
SPD-Smart Aircraft Cabin Windows to Be Showcased at the Heli-Expo in Las Vegas Next Week
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. & WOODBURY, N.Y.--March 12, 2004--Research Frontiers Incorporated , and InspecTech Aero Service, Inc., a licensee of Research Frontiers, are pleased to announce that numerous SPD-Smart(TM) aircraft cabin window products will be exhibited next week at the Heli-Expo from March 15-17 at the Las Vegas ... Continue reading
Corvette to Pace 88th Indy 500
For Release: Immediately CHEVROLET TRADITION CONTINUES AT INDIANAPOLIS 500 2004 Corvette Convertible Announced as Official Pace Car DETROIT, March 12, 2004 - The 88th running of the Indianapolis 500 on May 30, 2004, will bring together two powerful symbols that stir the imaginations of enthusiasts around the world . . ... Continue reading
Ward's Reports Estimated North American Vehicle Production - W/O March 12 2004
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 12 -- Vehicle production this week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 347,958 units, down 1.0 percent from the 351,594 cars and trucks built last week, according to Ward's Automotive Reports. Including this week's estimates, calendar year North American output now to ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series-Friday from Houston Raceway Park
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - SOUTH CENTRAL DIVISION HOUSTON RACEWAY PARK, BAYTOWN, TEXAS Friday, March 12, 2004 Contact: Jerrie Foss, NHRA, (626) 278-1956 REICHERT, BRANCH SET THE PACE IN TOP ALCOHOL QUALIFYING AT HOUSTON RACEWAY PARK'S NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES EVENT BAYTOWN, Texas ... Continue reading
15 Teams Qualify for Mojave Robot Race
ANAHEIM, Calif. March 12, 2004; Elliot Spagat writing for the AP reported thast fifteen teams qualified for Saturday's $1 million self-navigating robot race across the Mojave Desert, though more than half failed to complete a flat, 1.36-mile obstacle course during trials. A total of seven unmanned vehicles -- ranging f ... Continue reading
KIRKLAND, Wash.--March 12, 2004--Kenworth Truck Company announced today that Interstate Equipment Leasing will supply 3,000 new Kenworth trucks over the next three years for use in Swift Transportation's owner-operator fleet. The Kenworth trucks will be specified with many options desired by owner-operators and will fo ... Continue reading
A Bunch of Maloney - " I Talked With Henry Ford"
I SPOKE WITH HENRY FORD LAST WEEK…NO, NOT BILL FORD, THE NOW FORD PRESIDENT, OR HIS POP, HANK 2, BUT THE HENRY FORD. (POINT UP) "THE MAN"....NUMERO UNO..THE GUY WHO STARTED IT ALL. I FIGURE IF EVANGALIST, PAT ROBERTSON, CAN TALK WITH GOD ABOUT THE ELECTIONS, I CAN TALK WITH HENRY FORD. HE'S STILL THE SAME OLD CAN ... Continue reading
DALLAS--March 12, 2004-- WHAT: AAA Texas and its traffic safety partners are co-sponsoring the Traffic Safety Forum in Dallas, Texas. Following the forum, an AAA Texas representative will offer a "driver safety demonstration" for the media, using an 18-wheeler to help teach motorists how to share the road safely with t ... Continue reading
Company Profile for Leaseboys Ltd.
--Leaseboys was created by three young men, Matthew, Paul and Jeffrey, who for different reasons had to get out of their vehicle leases. One had been relocated out of country, another had been laid off, and the last thought it would be nice to upgrade his vehicle. Unfortunately for them, there was no company providing ... Continue reading
Company Profile for The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack
--Pep Boys has 595 stores and over 6,000 service bays in 36 states and Puerto Rico. Along with its vehicle repair and maintenance capabilities, the company also serves the commercial auto parts delivery market and is one of the leading sellers of replacement tires in the United States. Customers can find the nearest lo ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Announces Senior Management Changes
SMYRNA, Tenn.--March 12, 2004--Nissan North America is announcing a series of senior management changes to its manufacturing, purchasing, quality and logistics operations. After 35 years in the automotive industry, including the last 23 years with Nissan, Emil Hassan, Senior Vice President, North American Manufacturing ... Continue reading
DODGE CUP NOTES FROM FRIDAY AT AMS
Friday, March 12, 2004. Ray Cooper Atlanta Motor Speedway Clear!Blue Golden Corral 500. 704-975-3232 RAY EVERNHAM (President, CEO Evernham Motorsports) NOTE: Evernham Motorsports unveiled the No. 9 and No. 19 Dodge Dealers/UAW/ Popeye Dodges Friday morning at Atlanta Motor Speedway, celebrating Popeye's 75th anniversar ... Continue reading
Progress Continues with Torvec's Full Terrain Vehicle
ROCHESTER, N.Y., March 12 -- Torvec, Inc. announced today that considerable progress has been made by CXO on the GO, LLC (CXO) with the development of Torvec's business plan to commercialize and produce the Full Terrain Vehicle (FTV(TM)). A preliminary draft of the business plan has been presented to Torvec Executive M ... Continue reading
Timken Receives Gold Award for Its Single-Point Lubricators
CANTON, Ohio, March 12 -- The Timken Company recently received top honors in Plant Engineering's Product of the Year Awards Competition for its G-Power and M-Power single-point lubricators. Voted on by the magazine's readers, Timken's Gold Award in the maintenance products category was presented by Plant Engineering pu ... Continue reading
Jay Leno Rebuilds His First Love
</p> <p align=center> <br> </td> </tr> </table> <p class="content"> <!-- This is the Relase Content --> <p> Everyone remembers their very first love. For many, it means a special car or truck. Rekindling the passion stimulated by a great street cruiser has inspired thousands to reclaim their past by restoring their fir ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Wins Automotive News' PACE Award for Active Control Retractor
Occupant protection technology honored for its active and passive safety systems integration LIVONIA, Mich., March 12 -- TRW Automotive's Active Control Retractor (ACR) technology was recently honored with a Premier Automotive Suppliers' & OEMs Contributions to Excellence award for original equipment suppliers. The com ... Continue reading
Chariot Manufacturing Company Launches New Marketing Campaign at Daytona's Bike Week
BARTOW, Fla., March 12 -- American Commerce Solutions, Inc.'s (BULLETIN BOARD: AACS) wholly owned subsidiary, Chariot Manufacturing Company, Inc., today announced the results of the launch of their new sales and marketing campaign during their recent participation in Daytona's popular Bike Week festivities. Personal pr ... Continue reading
MADISON NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS GROWS WITH TRAVIS KVAPIL RETURN
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Chrysler Group Reports Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales for February
-- Sales Increased 30 Percent Year-Over-Year -- Year-To-Date Sales Increased 14 Percent Over Year-To-Date 2003 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 12 -- Chrysler Group reported Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle (CPOV) sales of 8,407 units in February 2004, an increase of 30 percent over February 2003 when 6,453 units were sold. "Thes ... Continue reading
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--March 11, 2004--AMD today announced it has provided industry-leading AMD64 computing technology to the Blue Team, led by researchers from the University of California at Berkeley's industrial engineering program. The Blue Team is one of 20 final participant teams that will be competing for a $1 milli ... Continue reading
America's Car-Mart Presents at Stephens Conference
BENTONVILLE, Ark., March 11 -- America's Car-Mart, Inc. announced that members of its senior management presented at the Third Annual Stephens, Inc. Automotive Retailing Industry Conference held in New York on Thursday, March 11, 2004. The presentation covered America's Car-Mart's financial results and other pertinent ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: Save Two Gallons a Week: Reduce Gasoline Dependency
LOS ANGELES--March 12, 2004--The Automobile Club of Southern California today urged motorists to reduce gasoline consumption by saving two gallons a week. "Demand for gasoline outstrips supply in California, which helps push prices upward," said Carol Thorp, spokesperson for the Automobile Club of Southern California. ... Continue reading
Auto Data Network Completes $16.5 Million Financing
NEW YORK--March 12, 2004--Auto Data Network Inc. (OTCBB: ADNW), a provider of software and real-time data services to the automotive industry, today announced the closing of a $16.5 million financing of Series B Preferred Stock. New investors in this round included Alexandra Global Master Fund Ltd., China Development B ... Continue reading
Jimmy Kite Ready For Repeat At Cooper World Classic
Jimmy Kite Ready For Repeat At Copper World Classic STOCKBRIDGE, Ga., March 12, 2004 - Jimmy Kite will again wheel the No. 5 Westcon Racing/ Westcon Elevator/ Bloomer Engines-Beast for the pavement portion of the 2004 United States Auto Club (USAC) Silver Crown Series. This will mark the third season that Kite will rac ... Continue reading
AAA Texas: Weekend Gas Watch; New Records Set in Texas
HOUSTON--March 12, 2004--Texas motorists are paying record prices for gasoline this week, according to AAA Texas' Weekend Gas Watch. Currently, the Texas average for a gallon of regular self-serve gasoline is $1.606 -- nearly two cents more than last week's average, and a penny shy of a statewide record price of $1.616 ... Continue reading
IndyCar Winner Hearn Announces First Driver for 2004 Team
IndyCar Winner Hearn Announces First Driver for 2004 Team LAS VEGAS, March 12, 2004 - Open wheel racing standout Richie Hearn announced today the signing of Raphael Matos as the first of three Hearn Motorsports' drivers for the 2004 Pro Formula Mazda Series. Matos, of Belio Horizonte, Brazil, will pilot Hearn's first f ... Continue reading
Ducati Motor Holding Announces 2003 Bottom Line Results
BOLOGNA, Italy, March 12 -- Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. , a leading manufacturer of high performance motorcycles, today announced bottom line results for 2003 and confirmed consolidated results down to earnings before tax, as previously reported, on February 13, 2004. In brief, 2003 revenues were Euro 388.2 million, do ... Continue reading
New NTSA Pickup Crash Test Results
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today posted New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) crash results for all model year 2004 pickups on the agency's World Wide Web site: www.safercar.gov. The redesigned Ford F-150 is the only 2004 pickup to earn the governmen ... Continue reading
NHTSA Gives New Ford F-150 Top Marks in U.S. Crash Tests
WASHINGTON, March 11, 2004; Reuters reported that the redesigned Ford F-150 was the only 2004 pickup to earn the government's top rating in the most recent crash tests, regulators said on Thursday. The report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reflected generally high marks for most pickups in driver ... Continue reading
Toyota To Take Hybrids into Main Stream With 2006 Camry
TOKYO, March 12, 2004; Reuters reported that accordong to Japanese business daily Nihon Keizai, Toyota Motor Corp, the world's second-largest auto maker, is likely to sell a hybrid version of its best-selling Camry passenger car as soon as 2006. If true, it would represent a major turning point for eco-friendly gasolin ... Continue reading
Japan MOF Names Toyota President, Others To New Adviser Posts
TOKYO March 11, 2004; Miyako Takebe writing for Dow Jones reported that Japan's Ministry of Finance has tapped Toyota Motor Corp. President Fujio Cho and six others to fill newly created policy adviser posts, hoping to benefit from their expertise in the private sector, Finance Minister Sadakazu Tanigaki said Friday. " ... Continue reading
RMS Motorsports to Compete in American GT Challenge
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Todd Benne 636.262.1723 toddbenne@americangt.com RMS Motorsports to Compete in American GT Challenge Wilton, CT - RMS Motorsports, based in Racine, Wisconsin, has announced its intention to compete for the 2004 American GT Road Racing Association Season Championship, beginning with the in ... Continue reading
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