DETROIT--August 3, 2005--General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC), the financial services subsidiary of General Motors Corporation , announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell a 60 percent equity interest in its commercial mortgage subsidiary, GMAC Commercial Holding Corp. (GMACCH) to a ... Continue reading
GM Sponsors 2005 Gathering of Black Journalists
ATLANTA – General Motors is proud to be one of the platinum sponsors of the National Association of Black Journalists 30th Anniversary Convention and Career Fair, August 3-7, 2005, at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta, GA. The NABJ Convention themed – “Telling Our Story” – reflects their goal t ... Continue reading
Honda Comments About "Honda, GM and BMW Form Alliance for Fuel Cell Vehicles"
Tokyo, Japan, Aug 4, 2005: (JCN Newswire) Honda is participating in the LH Consortium (Liquid Hydrogen Consortium), whose objective is to develop a standard for the coupling mechanisms of liquid hydrogen tanks. This is merely a part of our comprehensive research into possible future hydrogen supply mechanisms and does ... Continue reading
WHAT: An all star line-up, including Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame "Guitarist of the Year" Ira Stanley, is scheduled to take the stage as part of a charity concert benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities(R) of Southern California (RMHCSC). WHEN: Thurs., Aug. 4, 2005 6:15 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. WHERE: B.B. King's Blues Club ... Continue reading
Valeo vend sa participation dans la société argentine, Il Tevere S.A.
PARIS, August 3 -- Dans le cadre de sa stratégie de cessions d'activités périphériques, Valeo annonce qu'il a cédé sa participation de 50 % dans la société argentine Il Tevere. Cette société est une holding qui détient actuellement 52 % de la société Mirgor, qui produit en Argentine des systèmes thermique ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts to Release Earnings on August 10, 2005
ROANOKE, Va.--Aug. 3, 2005--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, accessories, batteries, and maintenance items, announced today that it will report its second quarter financial results after the close of business on August 10, 2005. The company will detail its results on a conf ... Continue reading
Alamo Group Inc. Announces 2005 Second Quarter Results
SEGUIN, Texas--Aug. 3, 2005--Alamo Group Inc. today reported results for the second quarter and six-months ended June 30, 2005. Net sales for the second quarter increased 9.5% to $98.4 million from $89.8 million for the same period last year. Net income for the quarter was $4.2 million, or $0.43 per diluted share, a 12 ... Continue reading
Atlantic Express Transportation Corp. Announces Notes Exchange Offer
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.--Aug. 3, 2005--Atlantic Express Transportation Corp. (the "Company") today announced the commencement of an offer to exchange up to (i) $105.0 million in aggregate principal amount of its 12% Series B Senior Secured Notes due 2008, which have been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amen ... Continue reading
Auto Data Network Announces Appointment of Aftersoft Management Team
NEW YORK & TUNBRIDGE WELLS, UK--Aug. 3, 2005--Auto Data Network (OTC Pink Sheets: ADNW), a provider of software and real-time data services to the worldwide automotive industry, today announced the Aftersoft management team. Aftersoft is a wholly owned subsidiary of Auto Data Network Inc., which recently signed an acqu ... Continue reading
Bitstream Announces Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--Aug. 3, 2005--Please join Bitstream(R) President and CEO Anna Chagnon and Vice President and CFO Jim Dore for the second quarter fiscal year 2005 conference call. The company will discuss second quarter results. The details for the call are as follows: Date: August 9, 2005 Time: 4:30 PM Eastern Dial-I ... Continue reading
Central Parking Corporation Reports Fiscal Third Quarter Results
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Aug. 3, 2005--Central Parking Corporation today announced earnings from continuing operations for the third quarter ended June 30, 2005, of $5.3 million, or $0.14 per fully diluted share, compared with $6.6 million, or $0.18 per fully diluted share, earned in the third quarter of the previous fiscal y ... Continue reading
Continental's Kozyra Advocates Collaboration
Industry Cooperation Necessary for Better Products, Greater Profitability TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 3 -- In a presentation at the Management Briefing Seminars (MBS 2005) in Traverse City today, Continental Automotive Systems, North America, President and CEO Bill Kozyra challenged an audience of automotive industry le ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Creating New Model for Long-Term Supplier Relationships
Peter Rosenfeld, Chrysler Group Executive Vice President - Procurement & Supply, speech to 2005 Management Briefing Seminars * Johnson Controls and Magna named to 2008 supplier contracts * DaimlerChrysler will extend collaboration with HI-PO suppliers * "Best-of-the-best" receive additional benefits TRAVERSE CITY, Mich ... Continue reading
Electro Energy Technical Paper Published July 2005 in 'SAE 2004 Transactions Journal of Aerospace'
Paper on 'Pulse Power' of BiPolar NiMH Battery Named One of 'Most Outstanding Papers of 2004' by Society of Automotive Engineers DANBURY, Conn., Aug. 3 -- Electro Energy Inc. , a developer and manufacturer of advanced rechargeable batteries, is pleased to announce that a technical paper authored by the Company's founde ... Continue reading
AUGUST 13 HANFORD RACES CANCELED Scheduling conflicts have forced cancelation of the August 13 Valvoline USAC/CRA Sprint Car and USAC California Ford Focus Dirt "doubleheader" at Kings Speedway in Hanford, Calif. ... Continue reading
Honda Certified EDI Software Available Within ASP Business Model
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Aug. 3, 2005--Radley Corporation, a leading provider of business-to-business e-commerce and automated data collection solutions for manufacturers has announced the availability of their Honda Certified EDI, labeling and shipping application solution in a hosted environment. Radley's Honda Certified s ... Continue reading
John J. McDonnell, Jr. Elected to DealerTrack Board of Directors
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Aug. 3 -- DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. today announced that John J. McDonnell, Jr. has been elected to its board of directors. "We are delighted to welcome Jack to the DealerTrack board," said Mark O'Neil, DealerTrack's chairman of the board and chief executive officer. "He is a pioneer in the telecom ... Continue reading
Lanier Parking and Clancy Systems International, Inc. Launch Park-by-Phone in Wilmington, NC
DENVER--Aug. 3, 2005--Clancy Systems International, Inc. (OTCBB: CLSI) expands Park-by-Phone to Lanier Parking Systems operations in Wilmington, NC. After a very successful program in Lanier's Wrightsville Beach, NC, operations, Lanier is expanding the Park-by-Phone system to its operations in Wilmington, NC. Randy Jon ... Continue reading
Lear Declares Third-Quarter Cash Dividend
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 3 -- Lear Corporation today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable on September 6, 2005, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 19, 2005. Lear Corporation, a Fort ... Continue reading
Media Event with IRL Driver Alex Barron on Aug. 9
**MEDIA OPPORTUNITY** IRL Driver Alex Barron Battles Area Children in Remote Control Car Racing Event in Oakland, Aug. 9 WHAT: IRL IndyCar Series(r) driver Alex Barron (Red Bull Cheever Racing) will participate in a remote control car racing event against children from the El Nido Teen Center in Sonoma, as well as medi ... Continue reading
Milwaukee Mile Dick Trickle Racing Aug 28 news
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MILWAUKEE MILE 100 YEARS AND ACCELERATING Contact: Jim Tretow, Director of Public Relations, (414) 453-5761, <mailto:jtretow@milwaukeemile.com> jtretow@milwaukeemile.com DICK TRICKLE RACING AT THE MILWAUKEE MILE SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 Racing Legend Competing In His Own Super Late Model Milwaukee, Wis. ... Continue reading
Monterey Peninsula Site of Next NayKid Racing Adventure
Monterey Peninsula Site of Next NayKid Racing Adventure MONTEREY, Calif., August 3, 2005 - NayKid Racing will make its final west coast appearance of 2005 on Sunday at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. The Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) National event is the first appearance at the track for Northwest-based team of Cindi L ... Continue reading
MOPAR'S HUBINETTE GEARS UP FOR GRAND SLAM IN DRIFT CHICAGO EVENT
NEWS RELEASE August 3, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TEAM MOPAR CONTACT: Misha Geisert J.R. Thompson Company (317) 432-4110 MoparPR@aol.com MOPAR'S HUBINETTE GEARS UP FOR GRAND SLAM IN DRIFT CHICAGO EVENT Center Line, Mich. - Chicago, Ill., well established in its traditional baseball roots, is about to be slammed! This w ... Continue reading
NHRA2Day to air Sunday from DSR shop in Brownsburg, Ind.
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2005 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell, 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net NHRA2DAY TO AIR THIS SUNDAY FROM DON SCHUMACHER RACING SHOP IN BROWNSBURG, IND. BROWNSBURG, Ind. (Aug. 3, 2005) - NHRA2Day will air from the Don Schumacher Racing facility in Brown ... Continue reading
PA Dept. of Revenue: Beaver County Business Owner Sentenced for Tax Evasion
Ordered to Pay $20,746.46 Restitution to the Commonwealth HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 3 -- A Rochester, Beaver County man has been sentenced to three years of probation after pleading guilty to 20 counts of state tax offenses, Pennsylvania Secretary of Revenue Gregory C. Fajt said today. Michael Patrick Murtha, 46, owner and ... Continue reading
Roland Berger Assesses IP Concerns in China
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 3 -- Industrial piracy and counterfeiting are among the major risks faced by companies doing business in China, according to a study on intellectual property protection by Roland Berger Strategy Consultants. "Piracy of one kind or another is infused throughout the Chinese economy and it will ... Continue reading
USAC SPEEDROME FORD FOCUS MIDGET CAR SERIES RACE RESULTS: August 3, 2005 Indianapolis, Indiana Blossom Chevrolet Indianapolis Speedrome Presented by Traderindiana.com & Wheels & Deals “Thursday Night Thunder” FIRST HEAT: (10 laps) 1. Casey Riggs (#37 Riggs), 2. Billy Lewis (#28 Lewis), 3. Nick Hansen (# ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--Aug. 3, 2005--SSA Global Technologies, Inc.(TM) , a leading global provider of extended enterprise solutions and services, and Epiphany , today announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which SSA Global will acquire customer relationship management (CRM) solution provider Epiphany. The transaction ... Continue reading
Startech Environment Begins Next Phase of StarCell Hydrogen Program For Department of Energy
Company receives an additional $500,000 for further demonstrations of the Company's StarCell Hydrogen system as Phase Two begins WILTON, Conn., Aug. 3 -- Startech Environmental Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: STHK) , a fully reporting company, announced today that Phase One of the Company's StarCell(TM) contract with the ... Continue reading
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--Aug. 3, 2005--Stoneacre Partners announces today the addition of XM Satellite Radio, CENTRIX (issuing points beginning 8/15) and Home123(R) Corporation to NASCAR RacePoints(SM), the Official Rewards Program of NASCAR(R) that provides fans with an opportunity to earn points when they use the products an ... Continue reading
TEAM MOPAR'S NHRA PRO STOCK DRIVERS TO APPEAR ON SPEED CHANNEL'S 'SPEEDFREAKS'
NEWS RELEASE August 3, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TEAM MOPAR CONTACT: Misha Geisert J.R. Thompson Company (317) 432-4110 MoparPR@aol.com TEAM MOPAR'S NHRA PRO STOCK DRIVERS TAKE CENTER STAGE ON SPEED CHANNEL'S 'SPEED FREAKS' TV Center Line, Mich. - Speed Channel's "SpeedFreaks" TV show played hosts to the biggest Mopar ... Continue reading
UQM Technologies Reports First Quarter Operating Results
FREDERICK, Colo., Aug. 3 -- UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today operating results for the quarter ended June 30, 2005. Continuing operations for the first quarter resulted in a loss of $720,374 or $0.03 per common share on total revenue of $1,153,205 versu ... Continue reading
Valeo Sells its Stake in Il Tevere S.A. in Argentina
PARIS, August 3 -- Within the framework of its strategy of divesting non-core activities, Valeo announced today that it has sold its 50% shareholding in Il Tevere S.A. This holding company is the controlling shareholder (52%) of Mirgor, manufacturer of thermal systems (air conditioning and engine cooling modules) in Ar ... Continue reading
Wescast Industries Inc. Declares Dividend
BRANTFORD, Ontario--Aug. 3, 2005--Wescast Industries Inc. (TSX:WCS.SV.A) has declared a dividend on its common shares in the amount of $0.06 per common share, and such dividend shall be payable on September 2, 2005, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 12, 2005. About Wescast Wescast Industries ... Continue reading
Doug Smith- Road America preview
Doug Smith Eager for Formula Ford Series Restart at Road America ELKHART LAKE, Wisc., August 3, 2005 - After a break of over a month in the 2005 Formula Ford Zetec Cooper Tire Championship, Doug Smith is eager to slide back behind the wheel of the No. 35 Packers of Indian River LTD/ wirewheel.com/ Race-Sport.net Van Di ... Continue reading
Kimball Electronics Expands Global Footprint; Announces New China Operation
JASPER, Ind.--Aug. 3, 2005--Kimball Electronics Group, a subsidiary of Kimball International, Inc. has announced signing a letter of intent to establish a manufacturing facility in Nanjing, China. Construction is planned to commence in the last quarter of calendar year 2005 with operations slated to begin in the Autumn ... Continue reading
Frank Ewasyshyn Earns Prestigious Wu Award for Manufacturing Leadership
* Chrysler Group Executive Vice President - Manufacturing is recognized for his leadership and impact on the manufacturing industry * Ewasyshyn overseeing major shift in manufacturing strategy AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 3 -- Frank Ewasyshyn, Executive Vice President of Manufacturing for the Chrysler Group, today was awa ... Continue reading
iQ Power AG Announces Completion of Investment in Korea Joint Enterprise
ZUG, Switzerland, August 3 -- iQ POWER AG (OTCBB: IQPOF, Frankfurt: IQPB) announce that it completed the acquisition of its 40% interest in iQ POWER Asia Inc., a company organized and existing under the laws of Korea, and the Korean joint enterprise originally announced in December 2004. The joint enterprise was formed ... Continue reading
Thor Rated One of 50 Best Manufacturing Companies By Industry Week; Fortune Rates Thor a 'Buy' Again
Receives Highest Rating By Morningstar JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, Aug. 3 -- Thor Industries, Inc. has been named by Industry Week (August 2005) as one of the 50 Best U.S. Manufacturers. Industry Week considers financial measures that pertain to operational efficiency and market success. Market metrics used by Industry Week ... Continue reading
Toyota sees U.S. sales rise near 10 pct
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. August 3, 2005; Reuters reported that Toyota Motor Corp. said on Wednesday it expects its U.S. sales to increase in the range of 5 percent to 10 percent this year, up from a previous forecast of 5 percent. "It will probably be a little lower than (10 percent) ... probably between 5 and 10 (percent) ... Continue reading
GM Will Resume Employee Discount Program, Ads in LA Times
Washington DC August 3, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that General Motors dealer confirmed reports Tuesday that it will indeed continue to offer car buyers its employee-pricing discount plan through Sept. 6, reports The Detroit News. GM’s decision came as a surprise after the automaker had previously announ ... Continue reading
July Auto Sales Sizzled to Record Monthly High
Washington DC August 3, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that auto sales in the U.S. jumped 16 percent last month to record high sales of 1.8 million vehicles, beating the previous record of 1.73 million vehicles set in October 2001, reports The Detroit News. The stellar sales month boosted the seasonally-adjusted a ... Continue reading
Make / Models : HONDA / ODYSSEY Model/Build Years: 2005 Manufacturer : AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05V344000 Recall Date : JUL 28, 2005 Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE Potential Number Of Units Affected : 85,154 Summary: ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, THE FRONTAL AIR BAG SYSTEM HAS TWO ... Continue reading
SEMA Crushes Vehicle Scrappage Program; Highway Bill Excludes Funds to Flatten Cars
WASHINGTON--Aug. 3, 2005--SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, has once again convinced lawmakers to prohibit the use of federal monies to fund motor vehicle scrappage programs. The latest victory came as Congress completed work on legislation to fund highway construction and public transportation through ... Continue reading
All-New Passat Makes World Debut at Meadow Brook Concours d'Elegance Press Preview
Volkswagen debuts Passat's 3.6L and 2.0T engines at Meadow Brook's first-ever European product reveal AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 3 -- Just as Michigan-based Volkswagen of America, Inc. celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, it proudly debuts the all-new, sixth generation, 2006 Passat at the 2005 Meadow Brook Concour ... Continue reading
CarRentals.com Launches First Car Rental Comparison Shopping Web Site for Smartphone and PDA Users
NEW YORK, Aug. 3 -- CarRentals.com, the technology leader in online car rentals, launched the first mobile web site allowing users with cell phone, smartphone and PDA Internet browsers to reserve vehicles from multiple car rental vendors. Travelers can compare prices and make reservations for rental cars quickly and ef ... Continue reading
OESA President Cites Warranty Collaboration as Industry Imperative
TROY, Mich., Aug. 3 -- Neil De Koker, president of the nearly 400-member Original Equipment Suppliers Association, OESA, today called for automotive industry executives to work together to focus on reducing industry warranty costs. In a brief address to attendees of the Management Briefing Seminars, De Koker announced ... Continue reading
Cardo Systems Launches Headset That Provides Wireless Freedom to Motorcyclists
The New Scala-Rider(TM) Bluetooth Headset by Cardo Systems, Inc. Offers Unmatched Wireless Capabilities, Hands-Free Use of Cellphone While Riding a Motorcycle PITTSBURGH, Aug. 3 -- Cardo Systems, Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of wireless Bluetooth(TM) devices for the consumer market, today began shipping t ... Continue reading
AAMP of America Begins Distributing Motorola's Award-Winning Hands-Free Bluetooth Car Kit Nationwide
Relationship Marks Motorola's Entry Into the Automotive Aftermarket with the 12-Volt Specialty Channel SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Aug. 3 -- Motorola, Inc. and AAMP of America announced today that they have signed a distribution agreement to provide consumers in North America with an easy way to locate a one-stop-shop to purchas ... Continue reading
'Make Your Reality a Dream' KraftWorks Debuts Piaggio's First US Campaign for Vespa
NEW YORK, Aug. 3 -- "Make Your Reality a Dream" that's what Piaggio USA wants to do for millions of driving age Americans. To get this message out, KraftWorks has created the first US dealer network advertising, marketing and promotion campaign for Vespa. It will include traditional media, in-store/dealer promotions an ... Continue reading
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Aug. 3, 2005--Accuride Corporation today announced net sales of $342.8 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005. This compares to net sales of $120.6 million for the second quarter of 2004. For the six months ended June 30, 2005, net sales were $615.4 million compared to net sales of $232.0 ... Continue reading
Advanced Accessory Systems, LLC Announces Conference Call
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich., Aug. 3 -- Advanced Accessory Systems, LLC (AAS) announces an investor conference call is scheduled for Tuesday, August 16, 2005, at 9:00 am EDT to discuss second quarter financial results of its parent company on a consolidated basis. The U.S. and Canadian dial-in participant number for the cal ... Continue reading
NORWALK, Conn.--Aug. 3, 2005--GE Commercial Finance Corporate Lending, along with Morgan Stanley Senior Funding Inc. and Marathon Asset Management, announced today that it has provided a $230 million debtor-in-possession financing facility for Allied Holdings, Inc. in conjunction with its voluntary filing for reorganiz ... Continue reading
ANAHEIM, Calif.--Aug. 3, 2005--Iteris Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in the development of vision-based technology that enhances driver safety, today announced that its Lane Departure Warning (LDW) technology has enabled two major commercial truck companies to log a combined 60 million miles of driving with no lane departur ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 3, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c21848) has announced the addition of Nanosensors to their offering. Nanosensors promise to be smaller, less costly, more sensitive, and more ubiquitous than anything that has gone before. This report analyzes the emerging ma ... Continue reading
Research Study Finds Changes Required in Automotive Warranty Process
Center for Automotive Research-Microsoft Study Details Warranty Challenges From Inconsistencies, In-Vehicle Electronics, OEM Cost-Recovery Strategies and Globalization SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 3 -- A detailed study of the warranty processing system used by the global automotive industry has pinpointed a lack of standard ... Continue reading
Advanced Battery Technologies and ECr Technologies to Develop Innovative Electric Bus
NEW YORK, Aug. 3 -- Advanced Battery Technologies, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: ABAT) , a developer and manufacturer of rechargeable Polymer-Lithium-Ion (PLI) batteries, today announced that it has signed a letter of intent with ECr Technologies, Inc. of San Jose to jointly develop an all-electric bus. Their joint venture wil ... Continue reading
Mercury General Corporation Announces Management Change
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 3 -- Mercury General Corporation announced today that Jack Dougherty, Vice President of East Coast Operations, is no longer employed by the Company and will be pursuing other interests. Mercury General Corporation and its subsidiaries are a multiple line insurance organization offering predominantly p ... Continue reading
Delphi Begins Satellite Transceiver Production for GE VeriWise(TM) Asset Intelligence System
New DS300 telematics unit helps GE customers remotely monitor over-the-road trailers and other assets for safety, security and fleet utilization KOKOMO, Ind., Aug. 3 -- Delphi Corp. announced today it will begin production shortly on a new satellite transceiver unit that GE will use with its VeriWise(TM) asset intellig ... Continue reading
Meeting of Pace The Suburban Bus Division Board of Directors; Wednesday, August 3, 2005 3:30 p.m.
--Pace The Suburban Bus Division: NOTICE ------ Meeting of Pace The Suburban Bus Division Board of Directors Wednesday, August 3, 2005 3:30 p.m. 550 West Algonquin Road, Arlington Heights, Illinois ---------------------------------------------------------- Pledge of Allegiance I. Roll Call II. Approval of Minutes of th ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 3, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c21835) has announced the addition of Vehicle Dealers - Business Ratio Report 2005 to their offering This Business Ratio report focuses on the leading 148 companies operating as Vehicle Dealers. The report analyses company an ... Continue reading
Uludag Named Partner at Roland Berger - Detroit
TROY, Mich., Aug. 3 -- Erkut Uludag has been promoted to partner at Roland Berger Strategy Consultants, according to managing partner Wim van Acker. Uludag is located at the firm's Detroit office. Uludag joined Roland Berger in 2004 as a principal. Prior to joining the firm, he was a senior manager for A. T. Kearney's ... Continue reading
Nissan's Smyrna Plant Produces Its 7 Millionth Vehicle
SMYRNA, Tenn.--Aug. 3, 2005--Nissan North America's Smyrna Plant produced its seven-millionth vehicle today -- an all-new Aztec Red Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SE. The plant's initial milestone unit was also a truck: Job One was a white 1983 Nissan Pickup. "Seven million units marks a production milestone, highlighting 22 ... Continue reading
Autobytel Announces Most Requested Vehicles in Special Mid-Year ``Consumer Choice'' Report
IRVINE, Calif.--Aug. 3, 2005--Autobytel Inc. , a leading automotive marketing services company, has published a special mid-year Consumer Choice report, providing a snapshot of its online car shoppers' vehicle choices during the first half of 2005. The report is based on online vehicle Purchase Request data, amassed by ... Continue reading
SAV Concept Becomes New Ford Model In Europe
By: Mike Thomas | Ford Communications Network This new sports activity vehicle will feature either two or three rows of seating with a 5+2 seating arrangement. Sign up to receive more information about this new vehicle on the United Kingdom's version of ford.com. GENK, Belgium, July 28, 2005 -- The concept star of the ... Continue reading
More Content, Greater Value to be Hallmarks of 2006 Ford Explorer
Featured Stories Press Releases By: Paul Dodd | Ford Communications Network The 2006 Ford Explorer has options like a power-fold third-row seat and a DVD navigation system. For more information, go to fordvehicles.com. DEARBORN, Aug. 2, 2005 -- The 2006 Ford Explorer will be available in four different trim levels and ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Keep Up-to-Date with the Latest News and Developments of Statoil ASA
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 3, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c21807) has announced the addition of Statoil ASA Company Profile to their offering. This Statoil ASA Company Profile is the essential source for top-level company data and information. The report examines the company's key b ... Continue reading
Littelfuse Reports Second Quarter 2005 Results
DES PLAINES, Ill.--Aug. 3, 2005--Littelfuse, Inc. today reported sales and earnings for the second quarter of 2005. Sales for the second quarter of 2005 were $123.9 million, a 4% decrease from sales of $128.8 million in the second quarter of 2004. Heinrich Industrie AG, acquired in May 2004, accounted for $20.9 million ... Continue reading
Speedway Motorsports Reports Record Results For The Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2005
CONCORD, N.C.--Aug. 3, 2005--Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (SMI) today reported record results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2005. Second quarter 2005 results include total revenues of $216.2 million, net income of $55.5 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.26. Six month 2005 results include total re ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 3, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c21768) has announced the addition of Commercial Vehicles Market Report 2005 to their offering. The commercial vehicles market forms part of the UK's motor industry and is an important part of UK manufacturing as a whole. It ... Continue reading
Hybrid Technologies Introduces Millions of North Americans to the Acclaimed Hybrid Living Home
CALGARY, Alberta & WASHINGTON--Aug. 3, 2005-- World's First Hybrid Home Receives Critical Acclaim from Top Political Figures and National Media Hybrid Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:HYBT) www.hybridtechnologies.com - and its subsidiary companies: R-Electric Car Co., Global Hybrid Corp., Solium Power Corp., and WhistlerTel - ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Expands International Manufacturing Capacity, an Advisory from Industrialinfo.com
HOUSTON--Aug. 3, 2005--Researched by Industrialinfo.com (Industrial Information Resources, Incorporated; Houston, Texas). Over the past few months, Bridgestone Corporation has announced plans for several new plants in various locations around the world. Plans call for construction of plants in Central America, Central ... Continue reading
NOVATO, Calif.--Aug. 2, 2005--iCarMagic -- a web-based CRM services company targeting automotive dealers -- has finalized an agreement with MyCarLink.com to acquire that company's assets in a private transaction. Effective immediately, the company's entire product line will be incorporated into the iCarMagic suite of d ... Continue reading
July 2005 U.S. Auto Sales BoxScore
August 2, 2005; The AP compiled and listed the July 2005 car and light truck sales in the United States by the major automakers. Industry totals include 22 automakers. The table compares sales in July 2005 with sales in July 2004 and year-to-date totals for the two years. Light trucks include pickups, vans, minivans an ... Continue reading
Group 1 Automotive Reports Second-Quarter Results
HOUSTON--Aug. 2, 2005--Group 1 Automotive, Inc. , a Fortune 500 specialty retailer, today reported that its second-quarter net income increased 15.1 percent to $18.1 million, or $0.75 per diluted share, from $15.7 million, or $0.67 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2004. Summary Results of Operations (Unaudit ... Continue reading
Ron Hornaday Indianapolis Raceway Park Sponsor: WINFUEL Owner: Todd Braun Crew Chief: Todd Lohse Chassis: BR17 Manufacturer: Chevrolet Engine Builder: Dale Earnhardt Inc. Ron Hornaday Quick Facts: · Ron Hornaday has three starts for Braun Racing this season, including Dover (37th), Nashville (14th), and Milwaukee (1 ... Continue reading
USAC Release - USAC TO HOST AUTOGRAPH SESSION DURING MOPAR THUNDER WEEKEND AT ELDORA SPEEDWAY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 2, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER (USAC) mharker@usacracing.com; MISHA GEISERT (Mopar) moparpr@aol.com USAC TO HOST AUTOGRAPH SESSION DURING MOPAR THUNDER WEEKEND AT ELDORA SPEEDWAY Center Line, Mich. — Race fans will have an opportunity to get up close and personal with the stars of the US ... Continue reading
Boy Meets Car: Online Experience Unveils the Mystery of the Car-Buying Experience
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 2 -- Meet Drew. He's young. He's hip. And he's just purchased a brand new Scion. ... Continue reading
Camp Jeep(R) Rolls into the Pocono Mountains, August 12-14
* Jeep Owners Bring Families and Friends to Enjoy Weekend of Outdoor Activities * 'Jeep Salutes: Red, White & Blue' Honors the Heroes of World War II * Jason Mraz and Gavin DeGraw Lead Entertainment Lineup; Special Appearance by The Oak Ridge Boys * Skateboard Legend Tony Hawk Ramps Up the Action on Sunday at Jeep King ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group's Ralph Gilles Wins 'Innovation Award' from NV Magazine
Award-winning Chrysler 300 Designer Recognized for His Vision, Leadership, and Service NEW YORK, Aug. 2 -- Ralph Gilles, Chrysler Group Director - Truck Exterior/Interior Design Studio, was recently honored for his creative vision, leadership and community achievements at the third annual NV Awards. More than 500 guest ... Continue reading
Edwards' Dramatic Final Day in F Modified Leads Super The Tire Rack SCCA Solo Tour in Denver
For Immediate Release Edwards' Dramatic Final Day in F Modified Leads Super The Tire Rack SCCA Solo Tour in Denver DENVER, Colo. (Aug. 2, 2005) - Though he was in a tight battle for the lead, it had not been a very good Sunday for Lawrence Edwards, of Loveland, Colo., as he prepared to make his final F Modified run at ... Continue reading
RLE International and AutoWeb Form Global Alliance
DETROIT, Aug. 2 -- AutoWeb Communications and RLE International have joined forces to expand design, engineering and data- transfer services to their customers on a global basis. In a joint announcement, the two companies said they will combine efforts to offer customers a single source for engineering and secure data- ... Continue reading
STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Year End Results
MILWAUKEE, Aug. 2 -- STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION today reported operating results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended July 3, 2005. Net sales for the fourth quarter ended July 3, 2005 were $51.2 million, compared to net sales of $51.9 million for the fourth quarter ended June 27, 2004. The 2005 fiscal fourth ... Continue reading
ARKONA Reports Record Growth for First Quarter; Posts Strongest Revenue Gains In Company's History
SALT LAKE CITY--Aug. 2, 2005--ARKONA Inc. (OTC: ARKN), the leader in Web-enabled dealer management solutions for the automobile industry, today reported financial results for its fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2005. The company reported revenues of $2,527,199 and net income before taxes of $220,402 compared to revenues ... Continue reading
Autobytel Inc. to Host Conference Call and Webcast on Wednesday, August 10, 2005
IRVINE, Calif.--Aug. 2, 2005--Autobytel Inc. , a leading Internet automotive marketing services company, will hold a webcast conference call to discuss the results for the period ended June 30, 2005 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time (1:30 p.m. Pacific Time) on Wednesday, August 10, 2005. Hosting the call will be Rick Post, pre ... Continue reading
GATX Board Elects Deborah Fretz Lead Director
CHICAGO--Aug. 2, 2005--The board of directors of GATX Corporation today announced they have elected Deborah M. Fretz to the new position of lead director. Among her responsibilities as lead director, Ms. Fretz will serve as a formal liaison between the independent directors and senior management of the Company, chair t ... Continue reading
RACINE, Wis.--Aug. 2, 2005--Modine Manufacturing Company , a world leader in solving thermal challenges for diversified markets, today announced that it has entered into a collaborative relationship with BorgWarner Inc. to develop thermal management solutions for the global Truck and Off-Highway markets. Modine and Bor ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Aug. 2, 2005--Full Throttle Productions today announced that the first-ever NASCAR Grand National race to be held in Texas will take place on October 1, 2005 with a start time of 7:55 p.m. "Texas Thunder 200," a NASCAR-sanctioned Grand National Division West Series race, will be held at Thunder Hill Race ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: The Boom Continues For Online Auto Advertising
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 2, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c21760) has announced the addition of 2005 Outlook: The Boom Continues for Online Auto Advertising to their offering. Online Automotive Advertising surged 50% in 2004, hitting $1.2 billion. While manufacturers and dealers con ... Continue reading
RLE International and AutoWeb Form Global Alliance
DETROIT--Aug. 2, 2005--AutoWeb Communications and RLE International have joined forces to expand design, engineering and data-transfer services to their customers on a global basis. In a joint announcement, the two companies said they will combine efforts to offer customers a single source for engineering and secure da ... Continue reading
Seaweed Systems, Inc. Stands Behind Launch of OpenGL ES SC at Siggraph 2005
Seaweed Systems, Inc. Announces Availability of COTS DO-178B Certifiable Embedded Graphics Driver Compliant With the OpenGL ES SC 1.0 Profile Announced at Siggraph 2005 LOS ANGELES and WOODINVILLE, Wash., Aug. 2 -- Seaweed Systems, Inc. (Seaweed), a leading developer and supplier of OpenGL(R) and X Window System embedd ... Continue reading
Wescast Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Resigns
BRANTFORD, Ontario--Aug. 2, 2005--Wescast Industries Inc. ("Wescast")(TSX:WCS.SV.A) today announced the resignation of Gordon Currie who has been the company's Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for the past two years, and the appointment of Dave Dean as V.P. Finance. "Gord was an excellent asset to the company ... Continue reading
Copart Opens First Facility in Hawaii
FAIRFIELD, Calif.--Aug. 1, 2005--Copart, Inc. today announced that it has opened a greenfield facility in Honolulu -- its first in the state of Hawaii. "This new facility is an addition to our national footprint and fulfills a need many of our vehicle suppliers under national contracts have for a facility in Hawaii," s ... Continue reading
Cummins Inc. Debt Rating Raised to Investment Grade by S&P
COLUMBUS, Ind.--Aug. 1, 2005--Standard & Poor's has raised Cummins Inc.'s debt rating to investment grade, citing an improved operating performance and strengthened financial profile. S&P raised Cummins corporate credit rating to "BBB-minus" from "BB-plus." S&P's outlook on the company continues to be rated "stable." C ... Continue reading
ESPN.com and Autobytel to Launch ESPN Cars on ESPN.com
IRVINE, Calif.--Aug. 2, 2005--Sports fans share a passion for the games and teams they love, and often share another passion as well -- cars. With that in mind, ESPN.com (http://www.ESPN.com) and Autobytel Inc. (http://www.autobytel.com) today launched ESPN Cars powered by Autobytel -- a new section of ESPN.com powered ... Continue reading
Hybrid Technologies 'OTCBB:HYBT' 20% Stock Dividend-Update
LAS VEGAS--Aug. 2, 2005--Hybrid Technologies Inc. (OTCBB:HYBT) - www.hybridtechnologies.com - and its subsidiary companies: R-Electric Car Co., Global Hybrid Corp., Solium Power Corp., and WhistlerTel - emerging leaders in the development and marketing of Lithium-powered and VoIP products worldwide is pleased to announ ... Continue reading
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Aug. 2, 2005--Oshkosh Truck Corporation , a leading manufacturer of specialty trucks and truck bodies, today reported that for the quarter ended June 30, 2005, earnings per share increased 23.5 percent to $1.05 per share, on sales of $818.9 million and net income of $38.7 million. The results included a ... Continue reading
Southwall Announces Continued Profitability in the Second Quarter
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Aug. 1, 2005--Southwall Technologies Inc. (OTCBB:SWTX) released its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2005 following the close of market on August 1, 2005. Selected Second Quarter Financial Highlights -- Second quarter revenues of $15.2 million increased 4% from $14.5 million in the ... Continue reading
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Aug. 2, 2005--Direct General Corporation today announced second quarter 2005 net income of $11.5 million or $0.53 per share, on a diluted basis, which included the after-tax impact of net realized losses on investments of $0.2 million or $0.01 per share. Comparatively, net income for the second quarte ... Continue reading
SAN FRANCISCO--Aug. 1, 2005--E-Wire--Environmental News Network announced today the launch of ENN Expo, an interactive showcase of exciting new environmental products, services and technologies. The Expo is designed to give the makers of innovative products the opportunity to market them in a multimedia format to the l ... Continue reading
General Bearing Corporation Releases Results for the Second Quarter
WEST NYACK, N.Y.--Aug. 1, 2005--General Bearing Corporation (OTC: GNRL.PK) announced today that the Company has released the attached unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the twenty - six weeks ending July 2, 2005. The aforementioned interim financial statements are also available on the Company's ... Continue reading
Telogis Releases New Version of GeoBase OEM GIS Engine
COSTA MESA, Calif.--Aug. 1, 2005--Telogis, a leading provider of Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL), GIS and telematics services, announced today the release of its GeoBase(TM) OEM Mapping engine, Version 1.4. GeoBase(TM) is an OEM component that allows software companies to quickly add mapping, geocoding, routing and sp ... Continue reading
Universal Express Receives Special Competitive Price Allowance From Ford Motors
NEW YORK--Aug. 1, 2005--Universal Express Inc. (OTCBB: USXP), today announced that it has received a special competitive price allowance (CPA) from Ford Motors to offer van leasing incentives to private postal stores and couriers through it's subsidiary, Universal Express Logistics. Ford Motors has offered Universal Ex ... Continue reading
Mini Grand Prix Go-Kart Track Open to Public, Raises Money for Charity
Scale Replica Go-Kart Track Open Today Through August 14 at Auraria Campus DENVER, Aug. 2 -- The 2005 CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver presented by PacifiCare kicks off its pre-race activities with the return of the Mini Grand Prix go-kart track, which is situated between 7th and 9th along Auraria Parkway on the ... Continue reading
Research Council Recognizes 'Enormous' Potential of FreedomCAR and Fuel Partnership with USCAR
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 2 -- Citing the research vision of the FreedomCAR and Fuel Partnership for its "potentially enormous beneficial impact for the nation," the National Research Council of the National Academies (NRC) today issued a report endorsing the research program. The FreedomCAR and Fuel Partnership includes ... Continue reading
Federal Transportation Bill Includes Funding for Major Hydrogen Bus R&D Program
PASADENA, Calif.--Aug. 2, 2005--Congress has provided funding for an ambitious, competitive four-year hydrogen and fuel cell bus research and development program supported by WestStart-CALSTART that can make America a leader in this new, clean technology arena and help address critical energy security challenges. Congr ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif.--Aug. 2, 2005--In response to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration release of early results from the 2004 Fatality Analysis Reporting System, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (www.msf-usa.org) urged riders and motorists to help reduce motorcycle crashes through basic awareness, removing alc ... Continue reading
Toyota to Increase Investment at San Antonio Plant
ERLANGER, Ky., Aug. 2 -- Toyota Motor Manufacturing North America (TMMNA) announced today that it will invest an additional $50 million at its San Antonio plant currently under construction to allow for a 50,000 vehicle increase in overall production capacity. This will bring the total investment of Toyota Motor Manufa ... Continue reading
AMA Applauds Congress For Funding Motorcycle Study
PICKERINGTON, Ohio, Aug. 2 -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is applauding Congress for funding the first nationwide motorcycle-crash study in almost 30 years. U.S. House and Senate conferees agreed to a compromise version of the $286.4 billion transportation bill, which was passed by both chambers late la ... Continue reading
Nextel News - Indianapolis Motor Speedway
August 2, 2005 - Indianapolis Motor Speedway NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series(tm) Key Dates to Keep in Mind A August 6 - Bud Pole Qualifying at 10:10 p.m. CDT A August 7 - Allstate 400 at the Brickyard at 1:40 p.m. CDT (160 laps/400 miles) NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series News and Highlights * Products/Business * Nextel Fan Zone * Com ... Continue reading
Auto Insurance Planners Offers Senior Drivers 10 Tips for Best Car Insurance Rates
ANNAPOLIS, Md.--Aug. 2, 2005--Like most drivers, seniors want to get the best rates on their auto insurance policy. What they might not realize, say the experts at AutoInsurancePlanners.com, is that senior drivers may present a higher risk than other drivers, making it more difficult to keep auto insurance rates down. ... Continue reading
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