NHTSA Opens Toyota Prius Probe
WASHINGTON/TOKYO June 2, 2005; Reuters reported that the NHTSA is investigating Toyota Motor Corp.'s popular Prius gasoline-electric hybrid sedan over complaints about sudden engine stalling, safety regulators said on Wednesday. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened a preliminary evaluation this wee ... Continue reading
Newest High-Performance Dodge Gets Goodyear Rubber
AKRON, Ohio, June 2 -- One of the hottest cars on the market is getting a new beefed-up model added to its line-up, and the high- performance rubber that will transfer the power to the street comes from The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) That is the word fro ... Continue reading
Cascade Corporation Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2006 Earnings Call
PORTLAND, Ore.--June 2, 2005--Cascade Corporation, , a leading international manufacturer of lift truck attachments, forks and accessories, will host a conference call to report first quarter fiscal 2006 results on Thursday, June 9, 2005 at 2:00 pm PST. Conference Call Information Robert C. Warren, Jr., President and C ... Continue reading
DPS Launches PerfectCircle Customer LifeCycle Management(SM) Marketing
'DPS' PerfectCircle Customer LifeCycle Management(SM) Marketing Provides Auto Dealers Unprecedented Marketing Results, Integrated with a Turn-Key Owner Rewards Program' ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., June 2 -- Dealer Product Services (DPS), a provider of database marketing services to automotive retailers, announced the rele ... Continue reading
G.I. Joe's Adds Three to Apparel Merchandising Group Staff
TUALATIN, Ore., June 2 -- Emphasizing the increased importance and expanded commitment to the apparel business at G.I. Joe's, Norm Daniels, President and CEO of G.I. Joe's Sports and Auto Stores, announced three Apparel Merchandising Positions. Susan Kara named Apparel Buyer for Athletic Clothing and Workwear. Susan's ... Continue reading
PRINEVILLE, Oregon--June 2, 2005--Les Schwab Tire Centers, a privately owned, $1.3 billion tire production and automotive aftermarket retailing enterprise headquartered in this Central Oregon community, has purchased ACOM Solutions, Inc.'s EZPayManager/400 check and electronic payment solution and will cut over its exi ... Continue reading
LKQ Corporation Increases Borrowing Capacity
CHICAGO--June 2, 2005--LKQ Corporation reported that it has entered into the Second Amendment to its Credit Agreement with Bank of America, N.A., LaSalle Bank National Association, JP Morgan Chase Bank, NA, and National City Bank of the Midwest. The Second Amendment increased the aggregate commitment available for borr ... Continue reading
Robotic Production Technology Introduces RoboTrim RT-1000 Router Trimming Solution
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 2 -- Robotic Production Technology (RPT) introduces the RPT RoboTrim RT-1000 router trimming solution, designed specifically for thermoformers, as well as injection molders, blow molders and rotational molders. "In many cases, this flexible and safe system provides 50 percent higher throughput ... Continue reading
HAMMONTON, N.J.--June 2, 2005--Airtrax, Inc. (OTCBB: AITX) will present at the following forum: What: Airtrax, Inc. (OTC: AITX.OB) will give a presentation at Informed Investors Small Cap / Growth On-line Forum. The keynote presentation will be from Jordan Kimmel, Managing Member of Magnet Management, and Portfolio Man ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--June 2, 2005--Skyrocketing premiums have made it difficult for specialty automotive companies to offer health care coverage to their employees. That is the unmistakable conclusion of a recent survey conducted by SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association. The survey results will be shared with Congres ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Reports True Cost of Incentives for Automakers
SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 2 -- Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, reported today that the average automaker incentive in the United States was $2,566 per vehicle sold in May 2005, up $59, or 2.4%, from May 2004, and up $132, or 5.4%, from April 2005. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi- ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Repairement of Automotive Vehicles in a US Market
DUBLIN, Ireland, June 2 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c18615 ) has announced the addition of Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance in the US to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged i ... Continue reading
Tips to Tame Top-Down Tresses From America's Convertible Company
-- Chrysler Group, America's Convertible Company, welcomes the top-down driving season -- Stylist to the stars, Ken Paves, gives tips for flawless convertible hair AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 2 -- As convertible vehicle sales reached record levels last year*, the official 2005 convertible season has arrived and fun-lovin ... Continue reading
NASCAR Busch Series Crew Chief Fined for Fuel-Filler Infraction
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 2, 2005) – NASCAR announced today that Charlie Lewis, crew chief for the No. 25 Ford driven by Ashton Lewis Jr. in the NASCAR Busch Series, has been fined $500 for a rule infraction that occurred last week at Lowe’s Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C. During the race weekend’s fi ... Continue reading
Chrome Rims -- Where The Real Bling Is At
Wahington DC June 2, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that a Washington Post report Thursday features the ever-expanding rim business -- the $3.1 billion powerhouse of the $31 billion after-market industry that caters to Americans’ desire for automobiles and glitz and glamour. "Rims are more of a fashion state ... Continue reading
Toyota Has Most Efficient Plant in N.A., Harbour Report Says
Washington DC June 2, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that Toyota has surpassed Nissan as leader in assembly plant productivity in North America, according to the annual Harbour Report on automobile plant productivity released Thursday, reports Automotive News. “"Toyota’s labor productivity lead equates to a $3 ... Continue reading
Sales of Hybrids Continue to Climb in May, But Not At April Pace
washington DC June 2, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that Hybrid sales in the U.S. increased 2.3 times in May, up from 7,275 units last year to 16,887 units, but results for all automakers were down from the pace in April, reports Green Car Congress. Results for the month were as follows: “Sales of the marke ... Continue reading
May 2005 - In a Down Month, International Nameplates Fared Better Than the Trend
Washington DC June 2, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that after a robust April, new vehicle sales shocked the markets with an 8 percent downturn in May. While International nameplates performed better than the market as a whole, the sector’s 5.6 percent drop for the month was unexpected. For the year, Intern ... Continue reading
¿Será esta la despedida de Ferrari? Prueba las apuestas de F1 en Internet con Intertops.com
ST JOHNS, Antigue, June 2 -- ¿Están Michael Schumacher y el equipo Ferrari perdiendo el control? Parece que Schumi no va a ganar ningún Gran Premio en 2005 de acuerdo con el corredor de apuestas de Internet, Intertops.com. iQué cantidad de acontecimientos! El siete veces campeón el mundo del circuito de F1, Michae ... Continue reading
EnerSys adquiere los negocios de baterías de FIAMMmotive power
READING, Pennsylvania, June 2 -- EnerSys el principal fabricante, vendedor y distribuidor de baterías industriales ha anunciado hoy que ha finalizado la adquisición de los negocios de baterías móviles de FIAMM con fecha 1 de junio. FIAMMmotive power trabaja principalmente en Europa y con unas ventas de unos 70 mill ... Continue reading
Industry in Crisis -- Will the U.S. Automotive Industry Survive?
HOUSTON--June 2, 2005--Researched By Industrialinfo.com (Industrial Information Resources, Incorporated; Houston, Texas). This is not about competition from foreign manufacturers. It's not even about competition from homegrown competitors. It's about the rot within the industry, industry-wide -- the rot that comes from ... Continue reading
Decal Distinguishes Drivers Who Offset Air Pollution and Create Demand for Clean Energy SAN FRANCISCO, June 2 -- Renewable Ventures LLC, a leading provider of renewable energy investment and facility management, today announced the launch of its Certified Clean Car program, which enables eco-conscious drivers to inexpe ... Continue reading
Mr. Gorberg, of 1-800-MY-LEMON, Named to the Top 100 Lawyer List for the Second Year in a Row PHILADELPHIA, June 2 -- David J. Gorberg, Esquire of the lemon law firm of David J. Gorberg & Associates has been named, for the second year in a row, as a 2005 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer. In addition to the Super Lawyer award, ... Continue reading
DULUTH, Ga.--June 2, 2005--Introduced earlier this year, more than 100 of the new Challenger MT700B and MT800B Series track tractors have already rolled off the assembly line at its Jackson, Minn., manufacturing facility. The 100th unit - an MT765B - completed final assembly, testing and inspection, and is scheduled fo ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland, June 2 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c18501 ) has announced the addition of A Global Technical And Manufacturer Review Of Automotive Chassis Systems -- 2nd Edition to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) Building on the succ ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Manufacturing Productivity Gains Continue, According to Harbour Report
-- Company posts 19 percent improvement over three years -- Five Chrysler Group Plants top their segment -- Transmission manufacturing is industry benchmark -- Strategy for continued improvement is in place AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 2 -- The Chrysler Group has improved its overall manufacturing productivity by an indus ... Continue reading
PLANO, Texas--June 2, 2005--Terion, the leading provider of trailer fleet management systems with over 85,000 devices installed, today announced that J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. has signed an agreement for the continued deployment of FleetView(R) 3 on its trailer fleets within the Truckload and Dedicated Contrac ... Continue reading
Navicom GPS President Keith Tench Grants Interview With WallSt.net
Interview Discusses the New Navicom Telemetric and Telemetry Network and Becoming a Tier 1 Provider in the GPS Market SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 2 -- NowAuto, Inc. announced today that wholly owned subsidiary Navicom's President Keith Tench was interviewed by WallSt.net. The interview can be heard using this link: http:// ... Continue reading
NIADA Adds DoALease.com to its Member Benefit Provider Program
NIADA Adds DoALease.com to its Member Benefit Provider Program CINCINNATI, Jun 02, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Formed in 1946 to represent independent automobile dealers, the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA) is the voice of the used motor vehicle industry. Members look to NIADA to provide them wi ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Analyse this Comprehensive Drivepower Technology Atlas
DUBLIN, Ireland, June 2 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c18279 ) has announced the addition of Drivepower Technology Atlas to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) This Atlas is a comprehensive guide to energy efficient motors and drives, highl ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland, June 2 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c18565 ) has announced the addition of Delphi Corporation: Company Profile 2005 Edition to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) Delphi Corporation is the largest manufacturer of auto part ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Electrical and Electronic Content of Cars Continues its Upward Trajectory
DUBLIN, Ireland, June 2 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c18562) has announced the addition of A Global Market Review Of Vehicle Exterior Electronics, 2nd Edition to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) The electrical and electronic content of ... Continue reading
Scott Hendricks Named Divisional President of Great American Insurance Group's Trucking Division
CINCINNATI, June 2 -- Great American Insurance Group announced that Scott Hendricks has been promoted to Divisional President of Great American's Trucking Division. Mr. Hendricks has been with Great American since 1994. Prior to joining Great American, he was with a former affiliated company, Transport Insurance Compan ... Continue reading
JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, June 2 -- Thor Industries, Inc. announced today record sales, net income, and E.P.S. for the third quarter and nine months ended April 30, 2005 and record RV unit retail sales in May. Net income for the quarter was $32,950,000, compared with $32,784,000 last year. E.P.S. for the quarter were $0.58 ... Continue reading
ANAHEIM, Calif.--June 2, 2005--Iteris Inc. (AMEX:ITI), the leader in the development of vision-based technology that enhances driver safety, today announced that its Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system will be installed on new trucks purchased by three U.S. commercial truck fleets. Conover, N.C.-based Piedmont Express, ... Continue reading
Ener1 Group Sponsors 2005 Ferrari North America 360 Challenge Series
Technology Investment Group Partners With Prestigious Race Series FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., June 2 -- Ener1 Group, a technology investment group with interests that range from fuel cell to video game development companies, today announced its sponsorship of the Ferrari 360 Challenge, Ferrari North America's premier race s ... Continue reading
NIADA Adds DoALease.com to its Member Benefit Provider Program
CINCINNATI--June 2, 2005--Formed in 1946 to represent independent automobile dealers, the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA) is the voice of the used motor vehicle industry. Members look to NIADA to provide them with solutions and answers that help them operate more successful businesses. Offer ... Continue reading
Auto Centrix, Inc. to Participate in the 56th International Auctioneers Conference and Show
TAMPA, Florida and HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, June 2 -- Auto Centrix, Inc. (ATCX.PK) announced today that the company will be participating in the 56th International Auctioneers Conference and Show from July 20th to 22nd, 2005 in Pittsburgh, PA. The conference is sponsored by the National Auctioneers Association which promo ... Continue reading
Will It Be Farewell to Ferrari? Check the F1 Form at Internet Bookmakers Intertops.com
ST JOHNS, Antigua, June 2 -- Are Michael Schumacher and the Ferrari team losing their grip? Schumi is favored to have no Grand Prix wins in 2005 according to Internet bookmaker Intertops.com. What a turn of events! Seven time world champion of the F1 circuit, Michael Schumacher, is currently facing more turbulence in t ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Introduces Plastic Door Module
SULLY-SUR-LOIRE, France, June 2 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. announced today that its Light Vehicle Systems (LVS) business group has begun marketing its Highly-Integrated Plastic (HIP) door module to customers as an alternative to traditional steel door carrier frames. ArvinMeritor's HIP door module, made from a lightweight, ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Launches New Electronic Door Control Module
SULLY-SUR-LOIRE, France, June 2 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. announced today that its Light Vehicle Systems (LVS) business group will begin production of the company's first Electronic Door Control Module (EDCM) for a popular European passenger car that will launch in May 2006. The company plans to produce approximately 650,0 ... Continue reading
Bids Soar to $95,000 on Stunt Car Found in Junk Yard
GRANTS PASS, Ore., June 2 -- The 1993 Toyota Supra that "starred" in both Fast and Furious movies is up for bid on OnlineAuction.com. "The Supra has a better on-screen persona than Vin Diesel; we guess that's why the bidding started at $80,000," said Walter J Keegan Jr. of Autoblog.com. In less than a week, bidding on ... Continue reading
Delphi Secures New Common Rail Diesel Injection System Customer
Delphi strengthens position as world's No. 2 diesel systems supplier with major new contract PARIS, June 2 -- Delphi Corp. continues to strengthen its position as the No. 2 diesel systems supplier in the world with the addition of DaimlerChrysler to the company's customer portfolio. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bi ... Continue reading
Capital Automotive Announces Canadian Joint Venture and Initial Investments
MCLEAN, Va., June 2 -- Capital Automotive REIT , today announced that it has formed a joint venture with Kimco Realty Corporation to acquire automotive retail real estate in Canada. The primary strategy of the joint venture is to purchase real estate to be leased to operators of franchised automotive dealerships under ... Continue reading
PRIMEDIA Accelerates,Launches Orlando Auto Guide
NEW YORK--June 2, 2005--PRIMEDIA Consumer Guides, the country's leading publisher and distributor of apartment, new home and auto guides, today announced the launch of Orlando Auto Guide. The launch in Florida, the nation's second largest automotive market, further enhances Auto Guide's Southeastern presence in North C ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Automotive Industry: What Was Achieved in 2004?
DUBLIN, Ireland, June 2 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c18504 ) has announced the addition of Automotive review 2004: Management briefing to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) This briefing provides a review of the automotive industry in 20 ... Continue reading
Motoring News Bulletin - Speed Camera Ban
LONDON, June 2 -- The Ohio State House of Representatives has passed a bill effectively banning the use of unmanned speed cameras and red light cameras. New legislation will only allow the devices to be used when a police officer is present to witness the offence and issue the citation to the driver. There have been ma ... Continue reading
New National Survey Finds More Car Buyers Focused on Financials
As Prime Car-Buying Season Arrives, Study Shows More Consumers This Year Will Shop Around and Plan Ahead MCLEAN, Va., June 2 -- With interest rates on the rise and dealer purchase incentives declining, a new national survey from leading financial services provider Capital One reveals that today's car buyers are steerin ... Continue reading
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif.--June 2, 2005--Patriot Motorcycle Corporation (Pink Sheets: PMCY) today announced the Yamoto by Patriot(TM) line of ATV's and Dirt Bikes has been awarded Green Sticker Certification by the Air Resource Board of the California Environmental Protection Agency (CARB). Standards for carbon monoxide and ... Continue reading
Dana Appoints Tom Stone to Lead Global Traction Operations
TOLEDO, Ohio, June 2 -- Dana Corporation announced today that Thomas R. Stone has joined the company as president of its Traction Group. Mr. Stone assumes global responsibility for Dana's light-axle manufacturing and assembly operations. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA ) "Tom brings to Dana a w ... Continue reading
WUSA-TV Sponsors Teen Driver Training Program in Washington DC Area
WASHINGTON, June 2 -- WUSA TV, Channel 9 is sponsoring the nationally-acclaimed New Driver Car Control Clinic(R) in the Washington DC area beginning June 17. The Clinic is a hands-on, behind-the-wheel accident avoidance and defensive driving program for teens and their parents available in ten states. "Cars kill more t ... Continue reading
GM to Build China Engine Factory
SHANGHAI June 2, 2005; Reuters reported that General Motors will build a $387 million engine plant in China and buy a small vehicle producer there, as the U.S. firm seeks more sales in a market suffering slowing growth. The Detroit giant said on Thursday that, along with its local partners, it would invest 3.2 billion ... Continue reading
Coach Care Opens Two More Service Centers in South Carolina and Virginia
Network of Service Center Facilities Now in 20 States MINNEAPOLIS, June 2 -- Coach Care announced the opening of two new service center facilities in Cloverdale, Virginia and Columbia, South Carolina -- both locations are operated by Cummins Atlantic. With the opening of these new locations, the third and fourth new fa ... Continue reading
GM Statement Regarding Tire Aging
Attributable to Alan Adler, Product Safety Communications General Motors engineers work with suppliers to develop tires specific to each GM vehicle’s needs and specifications. All tires must pass an extensive battery of qualifications that make up GM’s “Tire Performance Criteria.” This involves ... Continue reading
May 2005 U.S. Auto Sales Score Card
June 1, 2005; The AP reported May 2005 car and light truck sales in the United States by the major automakers. Industry totals include 22 automakers. The table compares sales in May 2005 with sales in May 2004 and year-to-date totals for the two years. Light trucks include pickups, vans, minivans and sport utility vehi ... Continue reading
Nix the #86, Allgaier to Pilot the Deuce
NIX THE #86, ALLGAIER TO PILOT THE DEUCE Press Release, Allgaier Motorsports Contact: Michelle Petroff, Allgaier Motorsports, (618) 406-6842 or pr@allgaiermotorsports.com SPRINGFIELD, IL (June 1, 2005) The #86 Allgaier Motorsports team has started their 2005 ARCA RE/MAX Season with a streak of bad luck that has incl ... Continue reading
Fallbrook's Innovative NuVinci(TM) Continuously Variable Planetary Transmission Technology to Fuel ATC's Diversification Into Original Equipment Products and Solutions DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. and SAN DIEGO, June 1 -- Aftermarket Technology Corp. (ATC) , North America's largest remanufacturer of automotive drivetrain produc ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Unveils 46 Newly Remodeled Stores in Greater Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA--June 1, 2005--The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, today announced that each of its 46 stores in the greater Philadelphia region will celebrate grand re-openings beginning June 4. The stores, which have undergone a significant internal an ... Continue reading
EnerSys Acquires FIAMM's Motive Power Battery Business
READING, Pa., June 1 -- EnerSys the world's largest manufacturer, marketer and distributor of industrial batteries, announced today that it completed the acquisition of FIAMM's motive power battery business effective June 1. FIAMM motive power operates primarily in Europe and had sales of approximately euro 70 million ... Continue reading
ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 1 -- Con-Way Transportation Services, Inc. (Con-Way), a subsidiary of CNF Inc. has announced a one-race sponsorship with the HT Motorsports team as they compete in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. The number 59 Dodge pickup truck will be driven by series-veteran Robert Pressley in the CHEX 400 ... Continue reading
Barrett-Jackson Auction Company Stars in New Dodge Charger TV Campaign
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--June 1, 2005--The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company has been cast in one of the starring roles for the new Dodge Charger national television campaign "Unleashed." The 2006 Charger SXT will be featured in a commercial set during the Barrett-Jackson "World's Greatest Collector Car Event" in Scottsdale, A ... Continue reading
Copart Reports Third Quarter Financial Results
FAIRFIELD, Calif.--June 1, 2005--Copart, Inc. the largest provider of vehicle salvage disposition services in the United States, today reported its results for the third quarter ended April 30, 2005. During the third quarter ended April 30, 2005, Copart earned net income of $30.9 million on revenues of $130.4 million. ... Continue reading
The Which Report Predicts Future for Child Car Seat Safety
ANDOVER, Hampshire, June 2 -- The Which report on child car seats published today (2nd June) highlights that the future of children travelling more safely in cars is linked to the ISOFIX system. Which believes that 'Isofix seats are safer' and recommends two seats to take children from birth right through to 18kg (arou ... Continue reading
Kia Motors overseas sales rise 23.4% in May
News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michael Choo ( <mailto:cdore@kia.co.kr> mjc@kia.co.kr), International Communications Manager, Kia Motors Corporation, Tel: +82-2-3464-6574, Fax: +82-2-3464-6845 Kia Motors overseas sales rise 23.4% in May - - May Europe sales post 52.9% growth - - Carnival (Sedona) MPV best-selling m ... Continue reading
Chiovitti resigns from OKDG (Ontario Kartsport Development Group)
For immediate release; June 1, 2005 Chiovitti resigns from OKDG (Ontario Kartsport Development Group) Enzo Chiovitti resigns from Ontario based karting development group Effective immediately Enzo Chiovitti resigns from the Ontario Kartsport Development Group (O.K.D.G.). "Unfortunately, until this sport is managed for ... Continue reading
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