Ford Says Second Quarter Outlook Rosier
DETROIT, May 10, 2005; Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co. said it now expects its second-quarter earnings to range from breakeven to 15 cents a share because of a tax refund. Ford said previously second-quarter earnings would range from a loss of 15 cents per share to breakeven. "We are getting a tax refund sooner th ... Continue reading
GM Recalling 300,000 Trucks, SUVs Because of Turn Signal Problem
WASHINGTON May 10, 2005; Ken Thomas writing for the AP reported that General Motors Corp. is recalling more than 300,000 trucks and sport utility vehicles because of problems with the turn signal on some vehicles, the company said Tuesday. GM, the world's largest automaker, said a driver indicating an upcoming turn by ... Continue reading
Shane Hmiel Richmond International Raceway Sponsor: WINFUEL Owner: Todd Braun Busch Crew Chief: Todd Lohse Busch Chassis: BR10 Manufacturer: Chevrolet Engine Builder: Dale Earnhardt Inc. Shane Hmiel / Braun Racing Quick Facts: · - BR10 is the same car that Shane Hmiel drove at Darlington at the end of 2004 · - Sh ... Continue reading
KSS Deliver RackPrice - A Unique Wholesale Fuels Pricing System
FLORHAM PARK, N.J.--May 10, 2005--KSS, the leading provider of pricing solutions to the petroleum, convenience, chain drug and grocery sectors is pleased to announce the availability of RackPrice, the most advanced pricing system available for supporting the needs of the wholesale fuels sector. Benefits RackPrice helps ... Continue reading
Indian Ground Vehicle Testing Facility Selects MTS Multi-Axial Durability Test System
Advanced System to Be Used for Motorcycle Testing and Evaluation of Four-Wheel Vehicle Suspensions EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., May 10 -- MTS Systems Corporation today announced that it has received an order for an enhanced multi-axial durability test system from The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), a premier R ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: A Global Market Review of Spark Plugs and Glow Plugs - Forecasts To 2010
DUBLIN, Ireland, May 10 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c17240 ) has announced the addition of A Global Market Review Of Spark Plugs And Glow Plugs - Forecasts To 2010 - 2nd Edition to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) In this second editio ... Continue reading
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, 10 de mayo /PR Newswire/ -- RepairOne(R), Centros de Reparación y Mantenimiento, en el centro de Florida expandió su galardonado esfuerzo publicitario para comunicar su mensaje con mayor eficacia a los residentes afro-americanos e hispanos en el condado de Volusia. La campaña publicitaria exp ... Continue reading
A.M. Best Downgrades Rating of The American Road Insurance Company: Revises Outlook to Negative
OLDWICK, N.J.--May 10, 2005--A.M. Best Co. has downgraded the financial strength rating to A- (Excellent) from A (Excellent) of The American Road Insurance Company (TARIC) (Dearborn, MI). The rating outlook has been revised to negative from stable. A.M. Best is concerned with the operations and profitability of TARIC's ... Continue reading
California Perfection for Tunnell at The Tire Rack SCCA ProSolo in Atwater
For Immediate Release California Perfection for Tunnell at The Tire Rack(r) SCCA ProSolo in Atwater ATWATER, Calif. (May 10, 2005) - Patty Tunnell lives in Superior, Colo., but as well as the state of California treated her during two The Tire Rack(r) SCCA ProSolo National Series rounds, she may want to consider reloca ... Continue reading
Cooper Standard Automotive Announces Date for Teleconference to Discuss 2005 First Quarter Earnings
NOVI, Mich., May 10 -- Cooper Standard Automotive will hold a conference call with investors on Thursday, May 12, 2005, at 10:00 a.m. EDT to discuss its 2005 first quarter financial results, provide a general business update, and respond to investor questions. The company's first quarter results will be posted to the C ... Continue reading
CTS Clarification of Agilysys, Inc. Press Release
ELKHART, Ind.--May 10, 2005--CTS Corporation , reported today that it is not the CTS Corporation identified as having been acquired by Agilysys, Inc. As stated in the Agilysys press release, "The CTS Corporations" acquired was a privately held company based in Roswell, Georgia. About CTS CTS is a leading designer and m ... Continue reading
CTS Consolidating New England Area EMS Operations
ELKHART, Ind.--May 10, 2005--CTS Corporation , a leading provider of electronics manufacturing services, announced today that its Electronics Manufacturing Solutions, (EMS) strategic business unit will consolidate its Marlborough, Massachusetts operation into the Londonderry, New Hampshire operation. The Marlborough, M ... Continue reading
COLUMBUS, Ind.--May 10, 2005--Cummins Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tim Solso reviewed the Company's record performance in 2004 and outlined opportunities for future growth at the annual shareholders' meeting held today at the Cummins Technical Center. Shareholders also elected the proposed slate of eight Compan ... Continue reading
Drew Industries Announces Agreement to Acquire Manufacturer of Chassis for Manufactured Homes
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., May 10 -- Drew Industries Incorporated today announced that its Lippert Components, Inc. subsidiary entered into an agreement to acquire certain assets and the business of Venture Welding for approximately $19.6 million in cash. Elkhart, Indiana-based Venture Welding, a division of Banks Corporation ... Continue reading
EarthFirst Technologies Forms Joint Venture with Triad Companies
TAMPA, Fla.--May 10, 2005-- The Joint Venture, Majority-Owned by EarthFirst's EME Subsidiary, to Pursue Major Utility Projects, Large Offshore Projects and/or Design/Build Opportunities EarthFirst Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:EFTI), a specialized holding company engaged in researching, developing and commercializing techn ... Continue reading
Energy Conversion Devices Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2005 Operating Results
Significant Growth in Product Sales at United Solar Ovonic ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., May 10 -- Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD Ovonics) announced today a net loss of $11.3 million on revenues of $17.9 million for the third quarter ended March 31, 2005. This compares to its net loss of $12.3 million on revenues of $1 ... Continue reading
Get Ready ... the All-New 2006 Dodge Charger Advertising Campaign is About to be UNLEASHED
WHAT: Please join us for a media roundtable with Darryl Jackson, Vice President - Dodge, who will UNLEASH the all-new 2006 Dodge Charger advertising campaign. "Dragster," a 15-second teaser spot for the new 2006 Dodge Charger aired on Saturday, May 7, during the Dodge Charger 500 in Darlington. Additional television sp ... Continue reading
Mirenco Reports Continued Financial Improvement
RADCLIFFE, Iowa--May 10, 2005--Mirenco, Inc., (OTCBB:MREO) reports a loss of 2 cents per share for the first quarter of 2005. This is in comparison to a loss of 3 cents per share for the fiscal year 2004. Rich Musal, CFO for Mirenco states, "The company has become better suited for the needs of our clients and has pinp ... Continue reading
NayKid In The Northwest - Local Comes to Portland With Viper
NayKid In The Northwest - Local Comes to Portland With Viper PUYALLUP, WASH., May 10, 2005 - 2004 Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) NorPac Divisional T1 Champion Cindi Lux (Aloha, Ore.) will make her first local start of 2005 this weekend. Lux, and fellow Northwesterner Scotty B. White (Puyallup, Wash.), will bring the ... Continue reading
SOLON, Ohio--May 10, 2005--The number of Swagelok(R) products with ECE R110 approval for use in natural gas vehicles, including buses, trucks, and cars, continues to grow. Swagelok TC series PTFE-lined stainless steel braided hose and 8R series thermoplastic hose -- two existing Swagelok hose products used in the alter ... Continue reading
U.S. Can Corporation Announces the Appointment of Michael M. Rajkovic as CFO
LOMBARD, Ill., May 10 -- U.S. Can Corporation announces the appointment of Michael M. Rajkovic as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Rajkovic joins U.S. Can on May 16, 2005 from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company where he was Vice President of Finance of the North American Tire Division and Cha ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif.--May 10, 2005-- On May 28, the Georgia International Convention Center Will Host More Live Music, Cars and Entertainment Than Ever Before Vision Entertainment teams up with Number One Parts, Inc. (NOPI) to bring the 2005 XM Satellite Radio Hot Import Nights (HIN) tour to the Georgia International Convent ... Continue reading
SCCA Teams Up With MADD For "Get In Gear" Road Rally
For Immediate Release SCCA Teams Up With MADD For "Get In Gear" Road Rally TOPEKA, Kan. (May 10, 2004) - Sports Car Club of America is teaming up with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for the "Get In Gear" Road Rally program, in support of MADD's mission to stop drunk driving, support victims and prevent underage d ... Continue reading
What Woman REALLY Want In A Car Goy - Or So They Say
David Neumann of Valley Mills, Texas, wins a 2005 Dodge Dakota and an ultimate sports day with friends AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 10 -- The votes are in. After a nationwide search, David Neumann, Valley Mills, Texas, has been named the "Dodge Dakota Ultimate Guy." Neumann was chosen from hundreds of entries as the person ... Continue reading
Bosch Sales Increase 17 Percent in North America
Plan Aggressive Growth in North and South America FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., May 10 -- In 2004, Bosch increased its North American sales by 17 percent, reaching $7.8 billion (6.3 billion euros). Dynamic growth activity was seen in all three of the company's business sectors -- Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Re-Launches High-Mileage Award and Introduces 'Birth Certificate' For All Models
MONTVALE, N.J., May 10 -- The Mercedes-Benz Classic Center, the first of its kind to be established by an auto manufacturer in the U.S., has re-launched the brand's popular High Mileage Award to recognize Mercedes owners' brand loyalty and their cars' durability. Mercedes-Benz cars have been known to routinely travel h ... Continue reading
Automation Alley International Business Center Accepting Applications for Upcoming Trade Mission
TROY, Mich., May 10 -- The Automation Alley International Business Center is currently looking for 15 companies to attend the trade mission trip to Hungary, Slovakia, Poland and the Czech Republic, scheduled for October 16 - 26, 2005. The trade mission is open to Southeast Michigan companies in the following industries ... Continue reading
RepairOne(R) Expands Marketing Effort to Reach Greater African American, Hispanic Audience
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., May 10 -- RepairOne(R) Automotive Repair and Service Centers in Central Florida has expanded its award-winning advertising effort to more effectively reach African American and Hispanic residents in Volusia County. The expanded "Car Trouble? RepairOne We Fix Everything!" advertising campaign includ ... Continue reading
Automotive Hollywood Opens at Automotive Hall of Fame
New photo exhibit honors auto design pioneer, Harley J. Earl DEARBORN, Mich., May 10 -- As important as design is to the fortunes of the modern automotive industry, there was a time when even that key characteristic was first introduced. And the man largely credited with making it happen was Harley J. Earl. Visitors to ... Continue reading
AIADA Statement on Sen. Sessions Death Tax Repeal Bill
Alexandria, VA (May 10) -- American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) Chairman Jim Evans today issued the following statement in response to Sen. Jeff Sessions’ Jobs Protection and Estate Tax Reform Act of 2005: “The entire body of auto dealers supports Sen. Sessions’ efforts to per ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Debt Lowered to "Junk" by Standard and Poors
NEW YORK, May 10, 2005; Reuters reported that Standard & Poor's today cut the debt ratings of auto supplier ArvinMeritor Inc. further into junk status, citing weak operating performance and higher steel prices. S&P also cited internal inefficiencies and weaker orders from two main customers, General Motors Corp. and Fo ... Continue reading
Jon Lauckner Named GM VP to Lead Vehicle Programs Globally
DETROIT, May 10, 2005; Jon Lauckner has been named GM vice president of global program management. This new position, reporting to Bob Lutz, vice chairman of product development, is a key part of the company's global product development initiative. Lauckner, 47, most recently was global vehicle line executive for GM's ... Continue reading
Toyota Reports Record Year-End Results
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced today consolidated and unconsolidated operating results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2005. On a consolidated basis, net revenues for the twelve months ended March 31, 2005, increased 7.3 percent year-over-year to 18.55 trillion yen. Operating income reached 1.67 trillion ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CAMARENA READY TO “ROCKET” IN HOUSTON PLACENTIA, Calif. (April 5, 2005) – Freddie Camarena, owner/rider of the Embee Performance/Clay Smith Cams/Racegirl Suzuki TL 1000 is ready for the second stop of the NHRA POWERade Pro Stock Motorcycle season at the April 8-10 O’Reilly Spring Nationals ... Continue reading
SEMA Works With California Officials to Resolve Hot Rod Titling and Registration Dilemma
DIAMOND BAR, Calif., April 5 -- SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, is working with officials from the California Attorney General's office to seek a reasonable solution to California's motor vehicle registration and titling process so that specialty vehicles, including street rods, kit cars and replicas, ... Continue reading
Carrier Boyz Racing FRAM AirHog Dragster: Friday's Qualifying
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: MICKEY SCHULTZ PHONE/FAX: 770-476-8477 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net 18TH ANNUAL NHRA O'REILLY SPRING NATIONALS HOUSTON RACEWAY PARK - HOUSTON (BAYTOWN) TEXAS APRIL 8-10, 2005 Qualifying: Session 1 Friday: 4.623 seconds at 317.42 mph (#5) Session 2 Friday: 4.496 seconds at 329.10 m ... Continue reading
G SQUARED MOTORSPORTS: Friday Qualifying Report
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE G SQUARED MOTORSPORTS OWNERS: GEORGE BRYCE & GEORGE SMITH NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE: G SQUARED S&S BUELL RIDER: CHIP ELLIS MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz PHONE: 770-476-8477 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net 18TH ANNUAL NHRA O'REILLY SPRING NATIONALS HOUSTON RACEWAY PARK - ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Saturday from IRP
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTH CENTRAL DIVISION INDIANAPOLIS RACEWAY PARK, INDIANAPOLIS Saturday, April 16, 2005 Contact: Jerrie Foss, NHRA (626) 278-1956 RACERS PACK NORTH CENTRAL DIVISION'S LUCAS OIL OPENER AT IRP INDIANAPOLIS - Qualifying and time trials at the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Ra ... Continue reading
Portland's Best Pick-Up Spots Revealed in City-Wide Search
Locals Salute the Locales They Visit to Pick Up Everyday Favorite Things Portland area resident picks up a new 2005 Dodge Dakota pickup truck AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 16 -- Portland residents have spoken and the results to the city-wide "Best Pick-Up Spots" search are in with their favorite hang-outs, go-to stores or ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES JEG'S.COM NHRA CAJUN SPORTSNATIONALS NO PROBLEM RACEWAY SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2005 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 ASHLEY, COUGHLIN LEAD WINNER'S FOR JEG'S.COM CAJUN SPORTSNATIONALS BELLE ROSE, La. - A pair of Mike's headlined the winners for the Second Annual ... Continue reading
Timing Chain Kit Components Manufacture
Hello Sir, We represent an auto timing components manufacture in Taiwan. We are one of the region's largest aftermarket automotive timing components providing the most complete applications from our stretched product line. Our parent company is based in Taiwan, where our products are manufactured. The factory has been ... Continue reading
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2005 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 6 of 23 O'REILLY THUNDER VALLEY NHRA NATIONALS BRISTOL (Tenn.) DRAGWAY Race Dates: April 29-May 1, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net SCELZI MASTERS BRISTOL BRISTOL, Tenn. (May 1, 200 ... Continue reading
Greyfield: Autorama Revenue Explodes in April 2005 To $115,323; Net Profit of $42,543
TOLEDO, Ohio--May 10, 2005--Greyfield Capital (Pink Sheets: GRYF) is pleased to report that in the month of April, the company has reported record high revenues and profits. Revenues for the month of April were $115,323, with a net profit of $42,543. Management believes that 2005 will continue to be a record breaking y ... Continue reading
-- The "Greatest Spectacle in Racing," the Indy 500 has been held every year since 1946. And this year is no different. The tradition continues this Memorial Day weekend with the 89th annual Indy 500. Radio News Feature You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/home.aspx?story=30447 This mul ... Continue reading
TÜV SÜD Prepares to Begin Auto Inspection Activities in Turkey
MUNICH, Germany and ISTANBUL, Turkey, May 10 -- The TÜV SÜD Group will soon begin conducting German-style auto inspections in Turkey. Following an international tendering process, the Turkish Ministry of Finance awarded a 20-year contract for the project to Munich-based TÜV SÜD along with its partners, the Turkish ... Continue reading
Piaggio USA Launches the New Vespa LX Scooter to U.S. Market
New Model Anticipates 60 Years of Vespa Style and Innovation NEW YORK, May 10 -- In anticipation of sixty years in production, Piaggio USA, manufacturer of the world-famous Vespa scooter and pioneer of the two-wheel vehicle, has announced the debut of the new Vespa LX motor scooter. The "LX" (Roman numeral for 60) is t ... Continue reading
Nissan Europe Reports April Sales
TRAPPES, France, May 10 -- Nissan Europe reported total sales of 49,231 vehicles (1) in April 2005, an increase of 4.3% over the same month last year. In the four month period from January to April 2005, Nissan Europe sold 181,960 units, 1.9% down from last year. Highlights by Country - Nissan in France sold 4,792 unit ... Continue reading
HOUSTON--May 10, 2005--Researched by Industrialinfo.com (Industrial Information Resources, Incorporated; Houston, Texas). Toyota's Buffalo, West Virginia, engine manufacturing plant is presently undergoing so many phases of expansion, that even the contractors are hard-put to keep them all straight. For details on this ... Continue reading
Opportunity for On-Board Preview of New Diesel Hybrid-Electric Bus Coming Soon to Washington
WHAT: On April 21, 2005 the Metro Board of Directors approved the purchase of 100 diesel electric-hybrid buses for the Washington region. With this procurement, Metro will join other major cities like New York, Los Angeles and Seattle in selecting the hybrid option. Hybrid electrics represent one of the most advanced t ... Continue reading
New Type Road Flare Being Tested by New York and L.A. Police and Fire Companies
STUART, Fla., May 10 -- With environmental issues in the balance, not to mention safety concerns over wild fires, and the use of dangerous incendiary road flares, it is no wonder that the launch of the new "ProFlare" is as successful as it is. The ProFlare is a revolutionary signal kit with multiple attachments that gi ... Continue reading
Perf-Form to Supply New Remote Oil Filter Product for Yamaha V-Star
MILFORD, Iowa--May 10, 2005--Perf-Form, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC), the industry leader in the design and manufacturing of custom-fitting accessories for utility all-terrain vehicles, announced today that it will provide a new product for Yamaha's top selling motorcycle, the ... Continue reading
Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited Announcement
HONG KONG, May 10 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The following was released today by Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LIMITED (Incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability) (Stock Code: 1114) RESIGNATION OF DIRECTORS COMPANY SECRETARY AND AUTHORISED REPRESENTATIVE Th ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland, May 10 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c17198) has announced the addition of Vehicle Access And Security Systems: Trends, Forecasts and Companies to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) As passive entry systems gain widespread ... Continue reading
7-Eleven, Inc. Reports April 2005 Sales Results; U.S. Same-Store Merchandise Sales Rise 5.7 Percent
DALLAS, May 10 -- 7-Eleven, Inc. , today reported April 2005 sales results. Total April 2005 sales were $1,109.2 million, an increase of 12.3 percent over April 2004 sales of $987.9 million. Total merchandise sales for April 2005 were $690.7 million, an increase of 6.6 percent over the April 2004 total of $647.7 millio ... Continue reading
Partnership to provide resource to automotive clients, industry working to impact strategic markets TROY, Mich., and HONG KONG, May 10 -- Eisbrenner Public Relations and Upstream Asia have formed a strategic partnership to provide corporate and marketing communications support to automotive- and technology- related cor ... Continue reading
Equipment Repossessions and Liquidations Rose in Q1, Marking First Major Increase Since 2002
Trucks, Construction Equipment, Medical Devices, Personal Computers Stand Out WESTBURY, N.Y., May 10 -- Nassau Asset Management's NasTrac Quarterly Index (NQI) detected a sizeable increase in equipment repossessions and liquidations during first quarter (Q1) 2005 compared with the same period in 2004. Edward Castagna, ... Continue reading
Filmmakers Visit Austin to Uncover Trends and Shoot Local Footage
Three Filmmakers Hit Town as Part of Three-Week Cross-Country Competition AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 10 -- Three young Hollywood filmmakers, Shawn Ku (36, Pretty Dead Girl), Jonathan Levine (28, Shards), and Kristina Robbins-Higgins (37, Wet Fur), will visit Austin this week to document trends for the Step Ahead with Aud ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--May 10, 2005--Freescale Semiconductor is leveraging its multi-core processor design expertise and advanced process technology to address customer needs for higher signal processing performance at lower power consumption. Freescale, the No. 2 supplier of programmable digital signal processors (DSPs), is t ... Continue reading
LAKEWOOD, Colo.--May 10, 2005--Driven by a state-of-the-art agent-training program, GE Auto Warranty Services continued to increase its number of active auto dealerships by 36 percent during a 12-month period. The GE Auto Warranty Services agent certification course is an in-depth product, service and technology traini ... Continue reading
Honors for MANN+HUMMEL: 13th Consecutive GM Supplier of Year
PORTAGE, Mich., May 10 -- MANN+HUMMEL, development partner and original equipment supplier to the international automotive industry, has received the 2004 International Supplier of the Year award from General Motors. This award is given for outstanding performance in the areas of quality, service, technology and price. ... Continue reading
CARPINTERIA, Calif.--May 10, 2005--QAD Inc. , a leading provider of enterprise applications for global manufacturers, today announced that Johnson Controls Inc. is deploying QAD JIT Sequencing software in Europe to support its just-in-time (JIT) sequencing production initiative. A QAD customer since 1991, Johnson Contr ... Continue reading
Oxlo Systems' Dealer Communications Hub Extends Into Financial Acceptance Networks
Agreement Between Oxlo Systems and RouteOne Part of Emerging Trend BROOMFIELD, Colo., May 10 -- According to industry experts and observers, the retail automotive industry has long been hamstrung by a fragmented approach to technology that has created a diversity of systems that many see as complex, difficult, and expe ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--May 10, 2005--The median home price in Southern California reached a record $439,000 in March, increasing many homeowners' net worth. Homeowners who want to more fully protect their assets from being used to pay off a lawsuit judgment or a high-cost claim should learn more about the additional safeguard of ... Continue reading
CARPINTERIA, Calif.--May 10, 2005--QAD Inc. , a leading provider of enterprise applications for global manufacturers, today announced the availability of its new QAD JIT Sequencing solution, designed to address the sequenced production requirements of the automotive industry. In collaboration with Johnson Controls Inc. ... Continue reading
RICHARDSON, Texas--May 10, 2005--Remote Dynamics, Inc. , a leading provider of telematics-based management solutions for commercial fleets, will deliver an investor presentation at the New York Society of Security Analysts' (NYSSA) Wireless Industry Conference on May 17. This conference will examine how wireless servic ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland, May 10 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c16985 ) has announced the addition of Automotive Aftermarket in Spain to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) Our Automotive Aftermarket in Spain automotive aftermarket industry. It incl ... Continue reading
LA CROSSE, Wis., May 10 -- Firstlogic, Inc., a leading global provider of enterprise information quality software and related services, recognizes Patrik Riese, director of CRM for Saab Cars USA, a division of General Motors, who was recently named a 2005 Customer Champion by 1to1 Magazine, a division of the Peppers & ... Continue reading
Williams Controls Reports Second Quarter 2005 Results
PORTLAND, Ore., May 10 -- Williams Controls, Inc. (the "Company") today announced results for its 2005 second quarter ended March 31, 2005. Net sales of $17,567,000 were up 21.3% from the $14,477,000 reported in the second quarter last year. Net sales for the six months ended March 31, 2005 increased $5,721,000, or 21. ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Announces Consumers' Most Wanted Vehicle Awards for 2005
Ford Mustang Named Consumers' Choice for Most Significant Vehicle of the Year; Domestic Cars Win, Place and Show SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 10 -- Edmunds.com, the Internet's premiere resource for consumer automotive information, today announced the winners of the fourth annual Consumers' Most Wanted vehicle awards. (Log ... Continue reading
TriMas Corporation Reports Improved First Quarter Results
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., May 10 -- TriMas Corporation today announced its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2005. Compared to the prior year first quarter period, sales increased 12.2% to $292.7 million from $260.9 million. First quarter operating profit improved to $23.3 million from $20.1 million ... Continue reading
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2005 Results and a Quarterly Dividend
NEW YORK, May 10 -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. , an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, reported today its consolidated financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2005. Consolidated net sales for the first quarter of 2005 were $207.3 million, compared to consolidated net sales of $ ... Continue reading
Alcoa Opens New Automotive Development Center in Czech Republic
PITTSBURGH & PLZEN, Czech Republic--May 10, 2005--Alcoa announced today that its AFL Automotive business has opened a new development center in Plzen, Czech Republic, for the design and development of high quality automotive electric and electronic distribution systems for European automakers. The new center enhances A ... Continue reading
More than 40 Percent Report Pressure to Drink and Drive, or Ride with Someone Who Has Been Drinking AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 10 -- A new survey finds that many teens report pressure to engage in unsafe activities on prom and graduation nights, like drinking and driving and driving carelessly (such as speeding). These a ... Continue reading
Le Mans Champions Announce Final Driver Lineup for GT2 Title Defense
Le Mans Champions Announce Final Driver Lineup for GT2 Title Defense LAS VEGAS, Nev., May 10, 2005 – Defending 24 Heures du Mans LM GT2 class (formerly LM GT) champions Petersen Motorsports/ White Lightning Racing have finalized the drivers that it will use to challenge for a third-straight victory in the classic ... Continue reading
WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J.--May 10, 2005--Coates International Ltd. (CIL) was established in 1988, with the intent to research, develop patent and market technology associated with a spherical rotary valve system. George Coates, who eventually became President and Chairman of the Board, developed this technology 17 years ago, ... Continue reading
Nextel Extends Fan Voting for NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge
RESTON, Va. (May 10, 2005) - An overwhelming response from NASCAR fans has prompted Nextel Communications, Inc. to extend fan voting for the NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge. Fans can continue to cast votes and put an eligible driver into the event until Thursday, May 19. "The number of fans voting to put a driver into ... Continue reading
ARDC Midget Match Race Thursday at SSP
Contact: Todd Fisher (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ARDC Match Race Highlights Action at SSP on Thursday Night NEWBERRYTOWN, PA (May 9, 2005) – This Thursday night, May 12, the Racing Miller Sisters, Tracy and Michelle, will take on their father, Mike Miller, in a special 5-lap ARDC Midget Match r ... Continue reading
RCAI & Topia Energy Production Ltd. to Partner on Biodiesel Production & Distribution Company
LAKE FOREST, Calif.--May 10, 2005--RCAI (OTCBB:RCAA) announced today the signing of a Letter of Intent between Topia Energy Production Ltd. and RCAI to create a new company called Topia Global Energy. This Joint Venture company, to be owned 50/50 by Topia Energy and RCAI, will focus on the production and distribution o ... Continue reading
SAN FRANCISCO, May 10 -- AutoBaron has introduced a website that can find and accurately organize information about all automobiles for sale online and make it accessible to buyers in one comprehensive search. Known as "THE Search Engine for Autos(TM)," the technology behind this search engine can be applied to all pro ... Continue reading
GM Statement Regarding Tender Offer for GM Shares
DETROIT – The General Motors Corp. Board of Directors today said it will review a cash tender offer for up to 28 million GM common shares at a price of $31 per share that was launched today by Tracinda Corp. The intention to pursue a tender offer was previously disclosed by Tracinda. The GM board will advise shar ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Develops World's First Anti-allergen Filter for Car Air Conditioner
Tokyo May 9, 2005; Aki Tsukioka writing for JCNN reported that Mitsubishi Motors announced on May 9 that it has developed the world's first anti-allergen filter for car air conditioners. Based on Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' proprietary technology Allergen Clear Filter, the new product can effectively degrade and inact ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Awards Significant New Powertrain Business to a Newcor Subsidiary
LAS VEGAS, May 9 -- EXX INC (Amex: EXX-A; EXX-B) today reported that one of the subsidiaries of Newcor, Inc. (a 99% owned subsidiary of EXX INC) has received purchase orders from DaimlerChrysler Corporation (DCX) to machine axles for two current powertrain programs. The anticipated sales would approximate a 20% increas ... Continue reading
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