Scelzi shakes off Pomona miscue, is ready to roll in Phoenix
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2005 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 2 of 23 CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NHRA NATIONALS FIREBIRD RACEWAY CHANDLER, ARIZ. Race Dates: Feb. 25-27, 2005 Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net SCELZI SHAKES OFF POMONA MISCUE, IS READY TO ROLL IN PHOENIX CHAND ... Continue reading
NASCAR Selects Sirius as New Home on Satellite Radio
* Live Races Move to SIRIUS Starting in 2007 * Five Year Broadcast and Marketing Agreement Includes 24/7 NASCAR Channel NEW YORK and DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Feb. 22, 2005; SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced an agreement to give SIRIUS North American satellite radio rights to broadcast NASCAR racing and events that wil ... Continue reading
Brian France, NASCAR Chairman and Chief Executive Officer will be making a major business announcement at 2:15 p.m. EST (11:15 a.m. PST). Check The Auto Channel's Web Site at http://www.tach.com/ for live audio starting at 2:10 p.m. ... Continue reading
Diesel Industry Available to Respond to Environmental Activist Claims on Diesel Emissions
Who: Allen Schaeffer, Executive Director, Diesel Technology Forum Office: 301 668 7230 Cell: 301 514 9045 Email: aschaeffer@dieselforum.org Why: The Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is releasing a report today on the perceived health impact of diesel emissions on cities nationwide. A representative of the diesel industry is ... Continue reading
Group Urges Immediate Action to Reduce Diesel Pollution
New Report Shows More than 1,100 Pennsylvanians Die Each Year HARRISBURG, Pa., Feb. 22 -- With a new national study showing more than 1,100 Pennsylvanians die each year from pollution from diesel engines - making our state the third most dangerous in sheer numbers and the eighth in per capita deaths in the nation - Cit ... Continue reading
SpeedChannel: 2005 Successful Speedweeks at Daytona
Record Revenue for Speedweeks; Most Watched Daytona 500 Ever on FOX DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Feb. 22 -- International Speedway Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: ISCB) ("ISC") today announced a successful Speedweeks at Daytona International Speedway from February 5 to February 20, 2005, highlighted by record revenue for the comb ... Continue reading
By Carey Russ PALM SPRINGS, CA: Seven years since the debut of the Lexus RX300? My, how time flies. The RX was one of the most significant vehicles in recent automotive history, as it created the now-burgeoning luxury crossover-SUV category. It quickly became the Lexus sales leader, and its successor, the Lexus RX330, ... Continue reading
Global Green USA's 'Red Carpet -- Green Cars' Campaign Promotes Energy Independence, Fuel Efficiency LOS ANGELES, Feb. 22 -- Joining the ranks of celebrities choosing to bring an environmental conscience to the Oscars, Leonardo DiCaprio, Charlize Theron, Robin Williams, Orlando Bloom, Salma Hayek, Penelope Cruz, Morgan ... Continue reading
The Alfa Romeo 159, the first of a new family that will replace the 156, makes its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. This original saloon is the heir to a successful model and it continues where the 156 left off, aiming to become the new benchmark for the segment. The new Alfa Romeo 159 will be on the market in the Summe ... Continue reading
Replacement for Antiquated LoJack?
FRISCO, Texas--Feb. 22, 2005--AutoCorp Equities, Inc. (OTCBB: ACOR), to be renamed Homeland Security Network, Inc.("HSNi") as of February 28, 2005, announced today that it has entered into a Distribution Agreement with Mobile Remedies International (MRI) in Woodbridge, New Jersey for the marketing and sales of HSNi's S ... Continue reading
Cummins Joint Venture With Chinese Co.?
BEIJING--Feb. 22, 2005--Cummins Inc. and China's Shaanxi Automobile Group Company Ltd. today announced that both sides have signed a feasibility study agreement on the formation of a 50/50 joint venture company to produce the Cummins ISM 11-liter heavy duty engine in Xi'an, the capital city of western China's Shaanxi P ... Continue reading
SPEEDCHANNEL: MotorSports Emporium Signs Arie Luyendyk Jr.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Feb. 22, 2005--David Keaveney, CEO of MotorSports Emporium, Inc. (OTCBB:MSEP) announced today the signing of Arie Luyendyk, Jr. to a sponsorship program in the 2005 Infiniti Pro Series. "We are extremely excited about the addition of Luyendyk to our growing list of sponsored drivers. Arie Jr. ... Continue reading
AAA of Minnesota/Iowa Transforms Contact Center Operations with Avaya Speech Self-Service
- Speech-enabled solution helps auto club speed access to key emergency roadside applications, improve customer satisfaction and save money - Avaya and DeveloperConnection partners provide customized voice-recognition applications to serve company's unique needs BASKING RIDGE, N.J. and MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 22 -- When AAA ... Continue reading
Auto Centrix, Inc. Announces that PBR Auto Auctions Launches ACI's Simulcast Auction Software
TAMPA, Fla. and HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Feb. 22 -- Auto Centrix, Inc. (ATCX.PK) announced today that PBR Auto Auctions of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan has successfully broadcast their first auction using Auto Centrix's real-time simulcast auction software. PBR Auto Auctions is a full service auction house offering the largest ... Continue reading
Comdata Launches ServiceMaster Fleet Fuel Card
BRENTWOOD, Tenn.--Feb. 22, 2005--Comdata announced today the successful launch of ServiceMaster's new BusinessLink MasterCard Corporate Fleet Card(R) program. ServiceMaster, one of the nation's largest business fleets with such home and business brands as American Home Shield, American Mechanical Service, American Resi ... Continue reading
Copart Continues Southeast Expansion
FAIRFIELD, Calif.--Feb. 22, 2005--Copart, Inc. , the largest provider of vehicle salvage disposition services in the United States, today announced the opening of its 2nd salvage facility in the state of Tennessee and it's 20th in its Southeastern region. The greenfield facility located in Knoxville, Tennessee will add ... Continue reading
Flow International Enters Into Agreement for $65 Million Private Placement Financing
KENT, Wash., Feb. 22 -- Flow International Corporation , the world's leading developer and manufacturer of ultrahigh-pressure waterjet technology equipment used for cutting, cleaning (surface preparation) and food safety applications, today announced that it has entered into an agreement with institutional investors fo ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Feb. 22, 2005--Freescale Semiconductor Chairman and CEO Michel Mayer will speak about the company at the Goldman Sachs Technology Investment Symposium. The event is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. Mountain Standard Time on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2005 at the Arizona Biltmore Resort in Phoenix. It will be webcast live ... Continue reading
GKN Plc Invite You to Listen to an Audio Webcast of Their Preliminary Results 2004
LONDON, February 22 -- In conjunction with GKN plc (GKN.L), you are invited to listen to an audio webcast that will be broadcast live over the Internet on Thursday 24 February at 10:30GMT /11:30 CET / 05:30 ET. When: Thursday 24 February at 10:30GMT /11:30 CET / 05:30 ET. Where: To register for the live event please cl ... Continue reading
BOSTON & CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom--Feb. 22, 2005--Owners of sports boats can now control their vessels wirelessly, even away from the helm, using a new Raymarine wireless autopilot system with built-in ZigBee(TM)-ready networking technology from Ember. Raymarine, the world leader in marine electronics, debuted at the ... Continue reading
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Feb. 22, 2005--OSRAM Opto Semiconductors today announced its new generation of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for handheld electronic appliance applications. At only one-third the footprint of the industry-standard TOPLED devices, the new PointLED(R) delivers the same optical, thermal and electrical per ... Continue reading
Pierburg Inc. Names New Engineering Manager
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 22 -- Ulrich Fassbender has been named engineering manager for Kolbenschmidt Pierburg's Pierburg division. Fassbender joined Kolbenschmidt Pierburg in 2000 as the design engineering team leader for exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valves at Pierburg GmbH. He previously worked as a design engineer ... Continue reading
Quasar International Announces Election of J. Michael Williams to Board of Directors
ALBUQUERQUE--Feb. 22, 2005--Quasar International (Quasar) announced today that J. Michael Williams, former manufacturing manager for component operations of General Motors, has been elected to the board of directors. Williams will assume his board duties immediately, focusing initially on assisting Quasar's strategic b ... Continue reading
State Auto Financial Reports Record Annual Earnings for 2004
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Feb. 22, 2005--State Auto Financial Corporation -- Record annual earnings of $2.70 per share -- Annual GAAP combined ratio improved to 91.7 -- Net income up 73% vs. 2003 -- Book value up 19.8% to $16.42 per share State Auto Financial Corporation today reported that the fourth quarter 2004 produced recor ... Continue reading
GlobalAutoIndustry Expands Sourcing
TROY, Mich.--Feb. 22, 2005--GlobalAutoIndustry.com has partnered with Pioneer AI to offer low cost sourcing for auto suppliers who are looking to either source components from or set up operations in Brazil, India and/or Korea. This unique initiative offers U.S.- and Western-based suppliers a complete solution to match ... Continue reading
COQUITLAM, BC, Feb. 22 -- Ikona Gear International, Inc. (OTC BB: IKGI), a leader in innovative gearing systems technology, has entered into a development agreement with StarRotor Corporation (www.starrotor.com) to provide patented Ikona Gear technology for the third generation of StarRotor's proprietary engine design. ... Continue reading
Space-Saving Speaker Systems for RVs
Dutchmen is First Manufacturer to Offer the Innovative System NEWMARKET, Ontario, Feb. 22 -- Intier Automotive Inc. announced today the AudioLITE(TM) by Intier speaker system, a new product for the recreation vehicle (RV) market offered first in Dutchmen RVs and travel trailers. AudioLITE(TM) works with the in- vehicle ... Continue reading
Malcolm Bricklin to Address Society of Automotive Analysts on Future of Auto Industry
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 22 -- The Society of Automotive Analysts (SAA) -- in partnership with WJR Radio (760AM) -- welcomes Malcolm Bricklin, one of the automobile industry's foremost entrepreneurs, to its networking breakfast on Tuesday, March 15. Bricklin's newest venture -- Visionary Vehicles -- represents the first ... Continue reading
Raser Technologies, Inc. Appoints Mr. Dee J. Priano as Senior Vice President
PROVO, Utah--Feb. 22, 2005--Raser Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:RSTG) a technology licensing company that develops and licenses advanced electric motor, controller and related technologies today announced the appointment of Mr. Dee J. ("DJ") Priano as Senior Vice President. Mr. Priano, age 59, will assist company personnel ... Continue reading
Capital Automotive Reports Fourth Quarter Results
2004 HIGHLIGHTS: * Achieved investment-grade ratings from Moody's Investors Service and Standard & Poor's Ratings Services * $407 million in gross investments * Raised over $1 billion in debt and equity capital * Replaced secured revolving credit facilities with unsecured facility and reduced borrowing spread by more t ... Continue reading
WARREN, Mich., Feb. 22 -- Joseph Roznowski has been named manager of a new 145,000-square-foot production facility TI Automotive plans to open later this year in Hartwell, Georgia. The Hartwell plant will supply blow-molded fuel tanks and filler pipes for automakers located in the southeastern United States. As manufac ... Continue reading
Genuine Parts Reports 2004 Results
ATLANTA--Feb. 22, 2005--Genuine Parts Company completed its 77th year of operations and reports record sales and earnings for the year ended December 31, 2004. Sales in 2004 were $9.1 billion, up 8% compared to 2003. Net income for the year was $395.6 million, an increase of 12% compared to $353.6 million in 2003 befor ... Continue reading
Dealers Give Automotive Internet High Marks
Dealerships Cite Improved Sales, CRM and Cost Efficiencies, According to Autobytel Survey IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 22 -- In honor of the Automotive Internet's 10th anniversary, Autobytel Inc. recently surveyed car dealers nationwide to find out how the Internet has impacted their dealerships -- and to what effect. The majo ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive, Inc. Announces Improved Fourth Quarter and Year End 2004 Results
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 22 -- Sonic Automotive, Inc. , a leader in automotive retailing, today reported that its 2004 fourth quarter income from continuing operations was $20.5 million, or $0.48 per diluted share, compared to $19.6 million, or $0.46 per diluted share, in the prior year period. Net income for the quarter ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive, Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 22 -- Sonic Automotive, Inc. , a leader in automotive retailing, today announced that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share payable in cash for shareholders of record on March 15, 2005. The dividend will be payable April 15, 2005. Sonic Automotive, Inc., a Fortune ... Continue reading
2005 Ford Freestyle AWD SEL Review
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2005 Ford Freestyle AWD SEL A generation ago, the new Ford Freestyle wouldn't have existed. Instead, its place would have been taken by a Five Hundred wagon. For the Freestyle is built on the same platform as the Five Hundred and so could logically be thought of as the Five Hundred ... Continue reading
General Motors Vice President Elected Chair of World Environment Center
DETROIT - The World Environment Center (WEC) has named Elizabeth A. Lowery, GM vice president of Environment and Energy, as chairperson of its board of directors for a two year term beginning in January 2005. Lowery previously served as a member of the board at the Center, which strives to build bridges and share best ... Continue reading
Renault Japon recalls 1,955 vehicles over faulty bracket
TOKYO February 22, 2005; Japan Today reported that Renault Japon Co, the Japan unit of French automaker Renault S.A., said Monday it will recall 1,955 vehicles in three models due to problems with compressor brackets. Subject to the recall are the Lutecia and two types of Scenic models, all manufactured between May 200 ... Continue reading
Automotive Applications Seen For NTT Prototype Of Human Body As Digital Transmission Path
Tokyo Feb 22, 2005; Aki Tsukioka writing for JCNN reported that NTT has developed an innovative human area networking technology called RedTacton (red implies a warm color; tacton is coined with "touch" and "action") that turns the surface of a human body into a data transmission path. RedTacton uses weak electric fiel ... Continue reading
LONDON, February 22 -- Owners of new vehicles that came equipped with Pirelli tyres report the most satisfying ownership experience, according to the J.D. Power and Associates/CAR Magazine South Africa Original Equipment Tyre Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) Study(SM) released today. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi- ... Continue reading
Hella Uses Freescale Controller in Lane Departure Warning System Concept
NUREMBURG, Germany--Feb. 22, 2005-- MPC5200, based on mobileGT(TM) technology, has computing power designed to enable future features Hella has developed a hardware concept for a lane departure warning system based on Freescale Semiconductor's 32-bit MPC5200 controller containing a PowerPC(TM) core. Using the MPC5200, ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Feb. 22, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c13000) has announced the addition of A Global Market Review Of Automotive Turbochargers And Superchargers - Forecasts To 2010 - 3rd Edition to their offering The demand for turbo-chargers is exploding, especially in Europe ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Feb. 22, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c13104) has announced the addition of Continental: Company Profile 2005 Edition to their offering. Continental AG is the second-largest automotive supplier in Europe and among the top ten worldwide. The company is Germany's ... Continue reading
Firecomms Provides Key Components for Renault In-Vehicle Proof of Concept Fiber Optic Network
CORK, Ireland, Feb. 21 -- Firecomms, an Ireland-based compound semiconductor company, has unveiled the use of the company's new high-speed fiber optic devices in a revolutionary new in-car entertainment system developed as a proof of concept for a demonstration vehicle designed by Renault RSA of France. One of the firs ... Continue reading
Eaton to Purchase Brazilian Powertrain Manufacturer Pigozzi S.A.
CLEVELAND--Feb. 21, 2005--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation today announced it has reached agreement to purchase Pigozzi S.A. Engrenagens e Transmissoes, an agricultural powertrain business located in Caxias do Sul, Brazil. Pigozzi produces agricultural powertrain products, including transmissions, ... Continue reading
Ford Division Markets To College Students With New Vehicle Purchase Plan
By: Emily Engelman | Ford Communications Network DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 17, 2005 -- College students are often strapped for cash and submersed by books and bills, but what happens when they need a new vehicle? Ford Division, for the first time ever, has offered some help by enhancing the Ford College Student Purchase Pl ... Continue reading
Ford Vehicles Among the Greenest, Best in Class in 2005 Consumer Magazine
By: Cheryl Eberwein | Ford Communications Network The Ford Escape Hybrid is the first SUV to be named to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy's list of most environmentally responsible vehicles on the market. DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 21, 2005 -- According to a recent ranking of 2005 model cars and trucks f ... Continue reading
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