Nextel News - Heading to The Glen
August 9, 2005 - Watkins Glen International NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series(tm) Key Dates to Keep in Mind A August 12 - Nextel Wake-Up Call with the Road Course Aces at 11 a.m. EDT A August 13 - Bud Pole Qualifying at 11:10 a.m. EDT (Impound) A August 14 - Sirius at the Glen at 1:35 p.m. EDT (90 laps/220.5 miles) NASCAR NEXTE ... Continue reading
XM Satellite Radio 2005 AMBER Alert Portal Indy 300 Fact Sheet
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Wrenchead Unveils Nexpart Axess, Its Next-generation Ebusiness Solution For Automotive Fleets And National Accounts For Immediate Release WHITE PLAINS, N.Y./EWORLDWIRE/Aug. 9, 2005 --- Wrenchead, Inc., the number one online business application provider in the automotive aftermarket has made its award winning ecommerce ... Continue reading
ArcaEx 2005 AMBER Alert Portal Indy 300 Fact Sheet
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--Aug. 9, 2005--Bitstream(R) Inc. today reported that its total revenue increased $1,001,000 or 36% to $3,808,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2005 as compared to $2,807,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2004. The Company recorded net income of $6,000 for the three months ended June 30, 200 ... Continue reading
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G Squared Motorsports: Brainerd Prerace
Visit our website at www.g2motorsports.net 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 <mailto:mschultz@bellso ... Continue reading
Image from Remote Control Car Event in Oakland with IRL's Alex Barron
THIS IMAGE WAS TAKEN FROM TUESDAY'S REMOTE CONTROL CAR RACING EVENT BETWEEN THE IRL'S ALEX BARRON AND TEENAGERS FROM THE SONOMA VALLEY. A PRESS RELEASE ON THE EVENT WAS SENT EARLIER. CUTLINE INFORMATON: IRL DRIVER ALEX BARRON (RED SHIRT) BATTLES SONOMA VALLEY TEENS CHRIS VEGA (HOLDING GREEN FLAG) AND JORDAN ROSE (HOLDI ... Continue reading
IMPCO Reports 2005 Second Quarter Net Income
Second Quarter Revenues Increase 50% Due to the Addition of BRC CERRITOS, Calif., Aug. 9 -- IMPCO Technologies, Inc. today reported results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2005. IMPCO completed the acquisition of BRC S.r.l. ("BRC") on March 31, 2005 resulting in the full consolidation of BRC results beginning in ... Continue reading
Intense The Tire RackR SCCA ProSolo Weekend in Toledo Tops Off Regular Season
For Immediate Release Intense The Tire Rack(r) SCCA ProSolo Weekend In Toledo Tops Off Regular Season TOLEDO, Ohio (Aug. 9, 2005) - Every competitor at last weekend's The Tire Rack(r) SCCA ProSolo regular season finale in Toledo knew that with points championships on the line, class battles might be decided by a slight ... Continue reading
Ionatron Reports Second Quarter 2005 Financial Results
TUCSON, Ariz.--Aug. 9, 2005--Ionatron, Inc., a next generation controlled directed energy weapon technology company, today reported financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2005. The Company will host a live conference call tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. Eastern. Second Quarter 2005 Results Revenue for the second ... Continue reading
Klein Tools/Jim Beam 2005 AMBER Alert Portal Indy 300 Fact Sheet
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Kontos Kommentary and Indexes - July
Attached are the subject commentary and indexes for July which are being posted to our website www.adesainc.com <http://www.adesainc.com/> . Sincerely, Susan North Susan North Industry Analyst 317-249-4251 800-923-3725 DISCLAIMER: The information transmitted is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addr ... Continue reading
Measurement Specialties Announces First Quarter Results
HAMPTON, Va., Aug. 9 -- Measurement Specialties, Inc. (AMEX:MSS) , a designer and manufacturer of sensors and sensor-based consumer products, announced results for the three months ended June 30, 2005 (first fiscal quarter 2006). The Company reported income from continuing operations for the three months ended June 30, ... Continue reading
Media Advisory: Johnny Miller Media Materials Now Available Online
MILLER RACING No. 92 Front Row Motorsports Chevrolet Monte Carlo CONTACT: Justin Anderson, 704-589-2100 MEDIA ADVISORY: JOHNNY MILLER MEDIA MATERIALS AVAILABLE ONLINE Aug. 9, 2005 ‹ An electronic media resources guide for driver Johnny Miller is now available for direct download at www.andersonink.com/tafiles/millerg ... Continue reading
MEXICAN ROAD RACING STAR GOETERS BACK IN #32 AT WATKINS GLEN
MEXICAN ROAD RACING STAR GOETERS BACK IN #32 AT WATKINS GLEN MOORESVILLE, NC (August 9, 2005) – Mexico City native Jorge Goeters will be back behind the wheel of the #32 Braun Racing Chevrolet for this weekend’s Zippo 200 at Watkins Glen International. Goeters and 42 other drivers will take the green flag ... Continue reading
Miller Industries Reports 2005 Second Quarter Earnings Results
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Aug. 9 -- Miller Industries, Inc. ("the Company") today announced financial results for the second quarter of 2005, which ended June 30, 2005. For the second quarter of 2005, net sales from continuing operations were $92.9 million, an increase of 55.8% compared with $59.6 million in the second quart ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS -- Digital Orchid & NHRA to Deliver Mobile Info to NHRA Fans
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications Dept., (626) 914-4761 DIGITAL ORCHID SIGNS UP WITH NHRA TO DELIVER MOBILE INFORMATION PROGRAMS TO NHRA FANS NATIONWIDE GLENDORA, Calif. (August 9, 2005) - Digital Orchid, a distributor of information programs for wireless media, has signed a multi-year licensing relati ... Continue reading
PA Governor Rendell Announces Seton Company to Expand Manufacturing Operations in Saxton
Jobs Could Have Gone Overseas, Company to Create 100 New Jobs in Bedford County SAXTON, Pa., Aug. 9 -- PA Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced that Seton Co. is consolidating its operations in Bedford County, creating 100 new jobs in the next three years that the company could have located overseas. A manufacture ... Continue reading
Reed Sorenson Watkins Glen Race Advance
CONTACT: Jennifer Powell, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, (704) 662-9642, jpowell@ganassi.com Reed Sorenson, No. 41 Discount Tire Dodge Zippo 200-Watkins Glen International Advance No. 41 TEAM FACTS: * Pole Position: Reed Sorenson celebrated his one year anniversary in the Busch Series by winning the pole posit ... Continue reading
Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton Visits Jamestown Engine Plant
JAMESTOWN, N.Y.--Aug. 9, 2005--New York Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton today visited Cummins Inc.'s Jamestown Engine Plant to celebrate production of the plant's 750,000th engine and recognize Cummins as a leader in meeting the Environmental Protection Agency's standards for diesel engines. Sen. Clinton played a key role ... Continue reading
SPEED World Challenge Denver Media Advisory
MEDIA ADVISORY SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge Championships SPEED GT and SPEED Touring Car Round Nine CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver Presented by PacifiCare Denver, Colo. Contact: Eric Prill, SCCA Director of Communications (785) 250-7920 cell; eprill@scca.com e-mail Event/Circuit: CENTRIX Financial Gran ... Continue reading
WJ's Wrap Sheet - Brainerd International Raceway Edition
(Note: The following is sent as a supplement to the Warren Johnson Brainerd Pre Race release sent earlier today, and serves to provide a look back on WJ's career at Brainerd International Raceway. We do have pictures of WJ's 1982 & 1984 cars, as well as the 1996 Brainerd winner's circle photo available upon request in ... Continue reading
Teen Driver? Here's How to Keep Auto Rates Reasonable, says AutoInsurancePlanners.com
ANNAPOLIS, Md.--Aug. 9, 2005--Car insurance rates for a teen driver are a great concern of many parents, so it's important to shop around for the best insurance quote when your teen starts to drive, say the experts at www.AutoInsurancePlanners.com. Auto insurance quotes take your teen's driving record and type of vehic ... Continue reading
Reynolds and Reynolds Declares Regular Fourth Quarter Dividend
DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 9 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company's board of directors today declared a regular fourth quarter Class A common stock dividend of 11 cents per share, payable September 9, 2005, to shareholders of record as of August 23, 2005. About Reynolds Reynolds and Reynolds (http://www.reyrey.com/) helps auto ... Continue reading
NASCAR NEXTEL Teleconference Transcript: An Interview with Robby Gordon:
<?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />August 9, 2005 - NASCAR NEXTEL Teleconference Transcript - Robby Gordon<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> An interview with: ROBBY GORDON DENISE MALOOF: Good afternoon, everybody. Welcome to the NA ... Continue reading
(Note: To commemorate Warren Johnson's debut of his new GM Performance Parts Pontiac Pro Stock GTO at this weekend's Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals in Brainerd, MN, we have prepared this chart comparing his race car to its production counterpart. Although we will unfortunately not have action shots of The Professor's new rid ... Continue reading
Grand Prix of Denver Adds to 2005 Action Sports Line-Up
DENVER, Aug. 9 -- The CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver presented by PacifiCare announced today that it has added several action sports elements to the three-day street festival surrounding Pepsi Center. The popularity of last year's motocross expo and the skateboard demonstrations prompted race organizers to seek ... Continue reading
Renault Egeus Concept: Luxury SUV at Frankfurt Motor Show
At the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, Renault is presenting its new Egeus concept car, a resolutely upmarket 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle with the seductive elegance and luxurious, comfortable interior of a saloon. Thanks to its SUV size, Egeus offers a spacious interior while its exterior promises solidity and a dyna ... Continue reading
Jeep Unveils Jeep Compass Rallye and Jeep Patriot at Frankfurt Motor Show
The legendary Jeep(R) brand hints at global portfolio expansion and explores all-new territory with the world premiere of two compact SUV concepts - the Jeep Patriot and Jeep Compass Rallye. The Jeep Patriot and Jeep Compass Rallye concepts are compact Jeep 4x4s that would deliver fun, freedom, utility, capability, as ... Continue reading
Audiovox and XM Satellite Radio Unveil the XM Xpress Radio
Xpress is the Smallest Satellite Radio to Offer Five-Line Display Screen HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. and WASHINGTON, Aug. 9 -- Audiovox Corporation and XM Satellite Radio , the nation's leading satellite radio service with more than 4.4 million subscribers, today unveiled the Xpress radio, the all-new XM plug-and-play receiver fro ... Continue reading
Delphi Unveils XM RoadyXT - The Smallest, Thinnest Satellite Radio Ever
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- Delphi Corp. , the nation's leading satellite radio manufacturer, and XM Satellite Radio , the nation's leading satellite radio service with more than 4.4 million subscribers, today unveiled the RoadyXT radio, the smallest, thinnest satellite radio ever. The 2.8-ounce RoadyXT receiver measures 3.7 i ... Continue reading
Craycraft Named Senior VP of Valvoline Retail Business
COVINGTON, Ky., Aug. 9 -- Robert M. Craycraft has been named senior vice president and general manager of Valvoline's Retail/DIY (do-it-yourself) business, says Sam Mitchell, president of Valvoline, a division of Ashland Inc. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040113/ASHLANDLOGO ) In his new position, Craycra ... Continue reading
Coach Industries Group, Inc. Announces 2005 Second Quarter Conference Call
COOPER CITY, Fla.--Aug. 9, 2005--Coach Industries (OTCBB:CIGI), which offers an array of financial services and insurance products to commercial fleet operators, today announced that Frank O'Donnell, CIGI's President and Chief Executive Officer, will host a conference call to discuss the Company's financial results for ... Continue reading
Cooper-Standard Automotive Announces Date for Teleconference to Discuss 2005 Second Quarter Earnings
NOVI, Mich., Aug. 9 -- Cooper-Standard Automotive will hold a conference call with investors on Tuesday, August 16, 2005, at 10 a.m. EDT to discuss its 2005 second quarter financial results, provide a general business update, and respond to investor questions. The company's second quarter results will be posted to the ... Continue reading
FreedomRoads, Nation's Largest RV Retailer, Announces Creation of Charitable Arm: Miracle Miles
LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.--Aug. 9, 2005-- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital(R), World Vision and Recreational Vehicle Dealer's Association Learning Center (RVDA) to Receive First Grants FreedomRoads, LLC., the nation's largest RV retailer, today announced that it has created an arm of the company named Miracle Miles that ... Continue reading
GE Commercial Finance Fleet Services Unveils Customized Web-Based Reporting Product
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn.--Aug. 9, 2005--GE Commercial Finance Fleet Services has launched my.Dashboard, a web-based reporting and analysis product that provides the flexibility and functionality needed to easily monitor, manage and optimize fleet performance. As the industry's most comprehensive web-based management tool, m ... Continue reading
GEICO Names Mary Zarcone Midwest Regional Vice President
MACON, Ga., Aug. 9 -- GEICO's board of directors recently announced the election of Mary Zarcone to vice president with general management responsibilities for GEICO's Midwest regional operations in Macon, Ga. Previously, Zarcone served as assistant vice president of Midwest operations. Prior to that, she was assistant ... Continue reading
GEICO Names Tama Ruiz Vice President of Information Systems
WASHINGTON, Aug. 9 -- GEICO's board of directors recently announced the promotion of Tama Ruiz of Ellicott City, Md., to vice president of the company's information systems. She will manage such main frame systems operations as sales, billing, data warehousing, and the systems operations department. Prior to this, Ruiz ... Continue reading
Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. Approved for AMEX Listing
FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 9 -- Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. (AMEX:HAF.EC) today announced that its common stock, $0.03 par value per share, has been approved for listing on the American Stock Exchange. Commencing August 10, 2005, Hallmark's common stock will trade on the American Stock Exchange under the "HAF" symbo ... Continue reading
WOODBURY, N.Y.--Aug. 9, 2005--Intelli-Check, Inc. (AMEX:IDN), a leader in advanced identification-document-verification systems, announced today that it will release its financial results for the second quarter of 2005 on Thursday, August 11, 2005. A conference call has been scheduled that morning 9:00 a.m. EDT. Frank ... Continue reading
K & F Industries Holdings, Inc. Prices IPO at $17.50/Share
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Aug. 9 -- K&F Industries Holdings, Inc. , announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 18,000,000 shares of common stock on August 8, at a price of $17.50 per share, which was within the estimated $16-$18 range. K&F has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase an additional 2, ... Continue reading
Omni Alliance Group Announces Development Plan
ORLANDO, Fla.--Aug. 9, 2005--Omni Alliance Group, Inc. (Pink Sheets:OMNA) has completed the selection of its management team, finalized its strategic plan, and has begun working with the capital markets as the Company prepares to launch its strategy in the Leisure Lifestyle Industry. The Company will initiate the rollo ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: TRW Automotive Holdings Corp: 2005 Company Profile
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 9, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c22276) has announced the addition of TRW Automotive Holdings Corp: 2005 Company Profile Edition 2 to their offering. This new company profile on TRW is part of a major series of reports that will provide you with up-to-the-m ... Continue reading
Jimmy Kite Returns to Site of Strong IndyCar Run at Kentucky
Jimmy Kite Returns to Site of Strong IndyCar Run at Kentucky SPARTA, Ky., August 9, 2005 - Kentucky Speedway joined the IRL IndyCar Series for the 2000 season and was immediately to the liking of Stockbridge, Georgia's Jimmy Kite, driver of the No. 91 Ethanol/ Life Fitness Toyota-powered Dallara. Kite, 29, led 16 laps ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Designs Signature Edition R-Class for Saks Fifth Avenue's Key to the Cure
Sales of 750 Exclusively-Appointed Sports Tourers to Generate $1 Million for Women's Cancer Research MONTVALE, N.J., Aug. 9 -- In conjunction with the launch of its much-anticipated new R-Class luxury sports tourer, Mercedes-Benz designed 750 exclusive Signature Edition R-Class vehicles to help raise funds for Saks Fif ... Continue reading
Lane Departure Warning Technology Gets Boost in Proposed Tax Incentive Legislation
ANAHEIM, Calif.--Aug. 9, 2005--Iteris Inc. (AMEX:ITI) today announced that a bill has been introduced in Congress that provides financial incentives to buyers of passenger cars and commercial trucks who purchase safety-oriented advanced technology devices such as Iteris' Lane Departure Warning ("LDW") systems. Congress ... Continue reading
SmarTire Announces New VP Sales and Marketing
RICHMOND, BC, Aug. 9 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) announced today that it has recruited David Warkentin as its new Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Warkentin brings over 25 years of sales, sales management and marketing experience in emerging technology sectors to the company. Since 1985, he ha ... Continue reading
The new Volkswagen Golf R32; new edition of the most powerful Golf ever
It was the most powerful Golf ever. The Golf R32 powered by a 177 kW (241 bhp) engine was first launched in August 2002. Not only was it one of the hottest cars on the road, it also sold like hot cakes: three times as many R32's were sold than originally planned. These are excellent prospects for its successor. Now com ... Continue reading
When Will Video Streaming To The Vehicle Via Satellite Radio Actually Occur?
OYSTER BAY, N.Y.--Aug. 9, 2005--The last quarter brought announcements from Sirius Satellite Radio of plans to provide video broadcasting services to the vehicle. But when can buyers expect product and what impact will this have on subscriber growth and profitability? Both North American satellite radio service provide ... Continue reading
Coast Distribution System Reports Second Quarter 2005 Operating Results and Earnings
MORGAN HILL, Calif., Aug. 9 -- The Coast Distribution System, Inc. (AMEX:CRV) , one of North America's largest suppliers of aftermarket replacement parts, accessories and supplies for the recreational vehicle (RV) and marine industries, today announced its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005. The Company ... Continue reading
Gehl Company Becomes Official Compact Equipment Supplier to Historic Milwaukee Mile
WEST BEND, Wis.--Aug. 9, 2005--Gehl Company, a West Bend manufacturer and marketer of compact construction and agricultural equipment, has entered into a sponsorship arrangement with the historic Milwaukee Mile racetrack at State Fair Park in West Allis, Wisconsin. Gehl will be known as the "Official Compact Equipment ... Continue reading
GrafTech Only US-headquartered Company Recognized CLEVELAND, Aug. 9 -- GrafTech Advanced Energy Technology Inc. (AET), a subsidiary of GrafTech International Ltd., recently received a prestigious "Supplier of the Year" designation from Federal-Mogul Corporation. GrafTech AET was one of only six companies (two in North ... Continue reading
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ANALYSE ET INTERPRÉTATION DES ÉTATS FINANCIERS ET ÉVALUATION D'ENTREPRISE États financiers et leur analyse But : Le but de ce cours est d'amener les participants à comprendre l'importance des états financiers,leurs composantes leur signification et leur utilisation. Les participants apprendront par le calcul de r ... Continue reading
Localiza Reports Net Income of R$ 31.4 million and EPS of R$0.50 in 2Q05
Net revenues grew by 45.4% and EBITDA grew by 34.5% BELO HORIZONTE, Brazil, Aug. 9 -- Localiza Rent A Car S.A. (Bovespa: RENT3), the largest car rental network in Latin America with 32 years of existence, reports today its results for the second quarter of 2005 (2Q05). The following financial and operational informatio ... Continue reading
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J.--Aug. 9, 2005--Mace Security International, Inc. ("Mace" or "the Company") , a manufacturer of electronic surveillance, security and personal defense products, and an owner and operator of car and truck wash facilities, today announced a profit of $.03 per share for the three months ended June 30, 20 ... Continue reading
New Century Entries Compete in Four Glen Races Company President Goes for First Rolex Series Podium WATKINS GLEN, NY., August 9, 2005 - Pat Flanagan (Aliso Viejo, Calif.) has long been a racer. He grew-up in a family of racers but big business called the young Midwesterner, now living in California, away from the sport ... Continue reading
LAKEWOOD, Colo.--Aug. 9, 2005--GE Auto Warranty Services (www.geaws.com) continues to deliver outstanding service to dealers, setting the vehicle service contract industry standard for speed and accuracy of claim handling. From online claims submission, to electronic payment via Direct Deposit, dealers experience best- ... Continue reading
UGS Extends Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Agreement With General Motors (GM)
GM to Leverage Open Manufacturing Backbone (OMB), UGS' Globally-Scalable Digital Manufacturing Technology Platform, to Enhance Collaboration at the Plant Floor Level PLANO, Texas, Aug. 9 -- UGS Corp., a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services, today announced the extension of ... Continue reading
Universal Express Signs Agreement with GE Fleet Services
NEW YORK--Aug. 9, 2005--Universal Express Inc. (OTCBB: USXP), today announced that it has signed an agreement with GE Fleet Services to offer Ford Motor's Vehicle Leasing to private postal stores and courier companies. Ford Motor's aggressive offer announced on August 1, 2005 will be offered through Universal Express L ... Continue reading
Nuvera's Second Generation Automotive Fuel Cell Sets New Standards in Performance
Company Achieves Significant Milestones Toward Commercial Viability During Latest Qualification Tests Conducted on New Stack Designed for Fuel Cell Powered Passenger Vehicles MILAN and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 9 -- Nuvera Fuel Cells, Inc., a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of fuel cell power systems today an ... Continue reading
UQM Technologies Receives Order From Denver RTD to Retrofit Seven Hybrid Electric Mall Shuttle Buses
FREDERICK, Colo., Aug. 9 -- UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that it has received an order from the Denver Regional Transportation District ("Denver RTD") for UQM(R) generators and motor controllers to retrofit seven hybrid electric mall shuttle buses. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Offers a Peek Into Secret Research Lab
Washington DC August 9, 2005; Volkswagen recently offered a peek inside its research lab in Palo Alto, Calif., where engineers are working diligently on dashboard instrument panels that can change on command to instantly offer needed information, reports The Sunday Gazette. The process involves producing an auto glass ... Continue reading
VW Intros New Passat at Prestigious Meadowbrook Concours d’Elegance
By Marty Bernstein<br> Contributing Editor AIADA Volkswagen choose one of the most renowned automotive events in America, if not the world, to introduce the new $23,000 Passat, due at dealers in a couple of months. VW officials unveiled the new model during a press conference on August 2, 2005 at Rochester, Michigan ... Continue reading
Visteon Partners with ChangAn - Leading China Automaker - for New Joint Venture in Chongqing
BEIJING, Aug. 9 -- Visteon Corporation , a leading automotive supplier, has taken another significant step toward growing its investment in the Asia Pacific region by partnering with China's third-largest automaker, ChangAn. The new joint venture, Chongqing ChangAn Visteon Engine Control Systems, increases Visteon's pr ... Continue reading
Amerigon's Climate Control Seat System Offered as an Option on 2006 Cadillac DTS
Heated/Cooled Seats Among Luxury Features in New High Performance Sedan DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 9 -- Amerigon Incorporated today announced that its proprietary Climate Control Seat(TM) (CCS(TM)) system will be offered as an option in the new 2006 Cadillac DTS sedan expected in showrooms in the Fall. The Cadillac DTS, the ... Continue reading
LoJack Corp. Reports Record Second Quarter 2005 Results; Revises Guidance Upward
* Net income more than doubled compared to the second quarter 2004 on revenue growth of 37% * Earnings per share increased to $0.26 compared to $0.15 in the same quarter of 2004 WESTWOOD, Mass., Aug. 9 -- LoJack Corporation reported today that revenue for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005, increased 37% to $49,163 ... Continue reading
China Automotive Systems, Inc. Reports 2005 Second Quarter Results
Net Sales Up 9.4 Percent WUHAN, Hubei, China, Aug. 9 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ - China Automotive Systems, Inc. , a leading power steering components and systems supplier in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005. Highlights for the second quarter 2005: * Net sales f ... Continue reading
Dunlop Tires 'Tune Into' Supercharged 'Tuner' European Cars
AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 9 -- Luxury vehicle builders are increasingly specifying Dunlop to outfit supercharged versions of Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz sports cars. Dunlop today said it's making gains on high- profile "tuner" vehicles. Take Carlsson Autotechnik GmbH, a Mercedes-Benz premium-class tuner in Germany. Carlsson ca ... Continue reading
VW's Shanghai venture slashes car prices
SHANGHAI August 9, 2005; Reuters reported that the larger of Volkswagen's two China auto-making ventures has slashed prices on some cars by up to 13.7 percent as it tries to fend off intense competition in the world's third-largest vehicle market. Volkswagen A.G., which had a market share of a quarter at the end of las ... Continue reading
SAN DIEGO--Aug. 8, 2005--Ace Parking Management, Inc., North America's largest privately-owned parking contractor, has announced three additions to its corporate headquarters in downtown San Diego. CFO Charles Blottin is responsible for overseeing its corporate accounting functions, including financial reporting, infor ... Continue reading
AmeriCredit Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2005 Operating Results
FORT WORTH, Texas--Aug. 8, 2005--AmeriCredit Corp. today announced net income of $76.9 million, or $0.48 per share, for its fiscal fourth quarter ended June 30, 2005. AmeriCredit reported net income of $82.7 million, or $0.49 per share, for the same period a year earlier. For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2005, AmeriC ... Continue reading
Azure Dynamics reports on progress and releases 2005 second quarter results
TORONTO, Aug. 8 -- Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX - AZD & LSE - ADC) ("Azure Dynamics" or the "Company") a leading developer of hybrid electric and electric powertrains for commercial and military vehicles, is pleased to announce its results for the three months ended June 30, 2005. The Company incurred a net loss of ... Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Group Announces Acquisition of Cabarrus Plastics
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Aug. 8 -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. ("CVG") , today announced that it acquired all of the outstanding common stock of Cabarrus Plastics, Inc. ("CPI"). CPI, which had 2004 revenues of approximately $13 million, is located in Concord, North Carolina and is a manufacturer of custom injection molded ... Continue reading
Daniel E. Berce Named CEO of AmeriCredit
FORT WORTH, Texas--Aug. 8, 2005--AmeriCredit Corp. has announced that Daniel E. Berce has been named the Company's Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Berce, who has served as AmeriCredit's President since 2003, will now serve as President and CEO. He previously served as the Company's Chief Financial Officer from 1990 to 200 ... Continue reading
LAKE MARY, Fla., Aug. 8 -- FARO Technologies, Inc. today reported sales for the second quarter of 2005 of approximately $30.9 million, an increase of $6.8 million, or 28.2% from $24.1 million the second quarter of 2004. New order bookings for the second quarter were approximately $34.5 million, an increase of $12.6 mil ... Continue reading
LUDINGTON, Mich.--Aug. 8, 2005--Great Lakes Castings Corporation, a leading supplier of gray iron castings, now provides a two week lead time to market on most castings for customers who have existing tooling with them. "Our ability to offer a two week lead time to most of our customers with existing tooling at Great L ... Continue reading
Paragon Technologies Completes Asset Sale of Ermanco
EASTON, Pa., Aug. 8 -- Paragon Technologies, Inc. (AMEX:PTG) , a leading supplier of "smart" material handling solutions, including systems, technologies, products and services, announced today that on August 5, 2005, after receiving the approval of the Company's stockholders at a Special Meeting of Stockholders held o ... Continue reading
Apogee Enterprises Reaffirms Guidance for Fiscal 2006
MINNEAPOLIS--Aug. 8, 2005--Apogee Enterprises, Inc. today reaffirmed its existing fiscal year 2006 earnings guidance; the company will be participating in investor meetings on August 10. For the full year, Apogee continues to expect earnings of $0.74 to $0.80 per share on revenue growth of 9 to 11 percent. The company' ... Continue reading
Auraria Parkway Closed August 10-15 for 2005 CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver
DENVER, Aug. 8 -- Traffic changes related to the 2005 CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver presented by PacifiCare are as follows: (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050314/LAM114LOGO) Wednesday, August 10, 2005: 7:00 p.m.: Outbound/West lanes of Auraria Parkway, between 7th Street and Speer Blvd. will be c ... Continue reading
Autobytel Inc. Files Form 10-Q Quarterly Report with the SEC and Reports Second Quarter Results
IRVINE, Calif.--Aug. 8, 2005--Autobytel Inc. , a leading Internet automotive marketing services company, today announced it filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission its Form 10-Q Quarterly Report for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005. "Autobytel has completed the difficult and time-consuming process of th ... Continue reading
Azure Dynamics Reports on Progress and Releases 2005 Second Quarter Results
TORONTO, August 8 -- Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD & LSE: ADC) ("Azure Dynamics" or the "Company") a leading developer of hybrid electric and electric powertrains for commercial and military vehicles, is pleased to announce its results for the three months ended June 30, 2005. The Company incurred a net loss of ... Continue reading
Baldor Electric Company Announces 3rd Quarter 2005 Dividend Increase
FORT SMITH, Ark., Aug. 8 -- Baldor Electric Company markets, designs, and manufactures industrial electric motors, drives, and generators and is based in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Today Baldor made the following announcements. Cash Dividend ... The Board of Directors declared a 7% increase in the regular quarterly cash div ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS -- Carmean & Kritzler Join NHRA Sales Team
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 914-4761 NHRA EXPANDS SALES FORCE, ADDS CARMEAN AND KRITZLER GLENDORA, Calif. (Aug. 8, 2005) - In an effort to expand its sales efforts while building on the momentum the sport has enjoyed during the last year, NHRA has named Tony Carmean director of sales and J ... Continue reading
Ringers Gloves Weekend Wrap-Up
Press Information: For Immediate Release Contact Information Ringers Gloves Public Relations 800.421.8454 _RingersIndy@aol.com_ (mailto:RingersIndy@aol.com) RINGERS GLOVES WEEKEND WRAP-UP Lots of NASCAR Action in Indy Moorpark, Calif. - (August 8, 2005) When NASCAR rolls into town, Indianapolis always has many race hap ... Continue reading
Sports Resorts International, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2005 Results
OWOSSO, Mich., Aug. 8 -- Sports Resorts International, Inc. (the "Company") today reported its operating results for the second quarter of 2005. For the quarter ending June 30, 2005, the Company recorded revenue of $3,997,000 as compared to revenue of $5,720,000 for the same period in 2004. For the quarter ending June ... Continue reading
TriMas Corporation Reports Second Quarter Results
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Aug. 8 -- TriMas Corporation announced its financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2005. Compared to the prior year second quarter period, sales increased 3.7% to $294.6 million from $284.2 million. Second quarter 2005 operating profit declined to $27.8 million from $30.9 million ... Continue reading
Infineon Raceway Boasts Record Numbers for NHRA Event
Contact: John Cardinale (707) 933-3907 Infineon Raceway Boasts Record Numbers from FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - It was a record-breaking weekend for Infineon Raceway at the FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals (July 29-31), presented by Supercuts, and not just on the world-famous quarter-mi ... Continue reading
Terry Borcheller - Watkins Glen preview
Rolex and NASCAR Terry Borcheller is hoping to meet some new fans as the Rolex Sports Car Series and NASCAR Nextel Cup join forces for a power-packed race weekend at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International. Borcheller, of Gainesville, Ga., and Ralf Kelleners of Dusseldorf, Germany, will drive the No. 54 Bell Motorsports/Feed ... Continue reading
Goodyear Completes Sale of Indonesian Rubber Plantation
AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 9 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has completed the previously announced sale of its stake in Goodyear Sumatra Plantations (GSP) to Bridgestone Corporation for approximately $62 million, subject to post-closing adjustments. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) Goodyear sa ... Continue reading
Brazilian President Lula Da Silva Endorses Evader
TERESINA, Brazil--Aug. 9, 2005--Bellevue-Washington based Evader, Inc. (www.evader.us.) (Pink Sheets:EVDR), the maker of electric high-performance vehicles powered by their leading-edge proprietary technology is proud to announce today that Evader's products and Brazilian manufacturing plan meet the enthusiastic approv ... Continue reading
Williams Controls Reports Third Quarter 2005 Results
PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 9 -- Williams Controls, Inc. (the "Company") today announced results for its 2005 third quarter ended June 30, 2005. Net sales of $17,192,000 were up 13.7% from the $15,127,000 reported in the third quarter last year. Net sales for the nine months ended June 30, 2005 increased $7,786,000, or 18.5%, ... Continue reading
Asahi Breweries to Start Experimental Study of Biomass Ethanol Using High Biomass Sugarcane
Tokyo (JCN) - Breweries will start an experimental study of biomass ethanol in collaboration with the National Agricultural Research Center for Kyushu Okinawa Region (KONARC). The project will be conducted in Ie Island, Okinawa. From January 2006, the company and the center will grow sugarcane with high biomass, produc ... Continue reading
EDEN RECEIVES KARA HENDRICK SPIRIT AWARD
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN EDEN RECEIVES KARA HENDRICK SPIRIT AWARD INDIANAPOLIS – Sondi Eden of Crawfordsville, Ind., USAC’s only female driving champion, was announced Thursday as the winner of the Kara Hendrick Spirit Award at the University of Indianapolis S ... Continue reading
RAIN POSTPONES CAROLINA/VIRGINIA FOCUS MIDGETS ONE WEEK
** Please note: Release No. 228 has been updated due to rescheduling. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-228 RAIN POSTPONES CAROLINA/VIRGINIA FOCUS MIDGETS ONE WEEK INDIANAPOLIS – A second straight weekend of rain forced the postponement of the USAC Carolina/Virginia Ford ... Continue reading
OKLAHOMA FOCUS SERIES TO COMPETE SATURDAY IN TULSA; RACE IN STATE CAPITAL CANCELLED
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-229 OKLAHOMA FOCUS SERIES TO COMPETE SATURDAY IN TULSA; RACE IN STATE CAPITAL CANCELLED INDIANAPOLIS – The USAC Oklahoma Ford Focus Midget Car Series, still idle since May 28 after incomplete contractual obligations forced the cancellatio ... Continue reading
MIDWEST FOCUS MIDGETS TRY LAKEVILLE, OHIO FOR THIRD TIME IN 2005
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-225 MIDWEST FOCUS MIDGETS TRY LAKEVILLE, OHIO FOR THIRD TIME IN 2005 INDIANAPOLIS – USAC Midwest Ford Focus Midget Car Series competitors are hoping the third time’s a charm Friday as they are scheduled to participate at Lakeville S ... Continue reading
SBORO LEADS NORTHEAST FOCUS MIDGETS TO MAINE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-227 SBORO LEADS NORTHEAST FOCUS MIDGETS TO MAINE INDIANAPOLIS – Michael Sboro of Watertown, N.Y. will lead the Northeast Ford Focus Midget Car Series on Saturday to USAC’s first ever race in the state of Maine, which will take place ... Continue reading
WHITCHURCH, NEW POINTS LEADER BARBER SCORE CALIFORNIA DIRT FOCUS MIDGET WINS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-226 WHITCHURCH, NEW POINTS LEADER BARBER SCORE CALIFORNIA DIRT FOCUS MIDGET WINS INDIANAPOLIS – New USAC California Ford Focus Dirt Midget Car Series points leader Chase Barber of Morgan Hill, Calif. and Robbie Whitchurch of Chico, Calif. ... Continue reading
KUHN, WILLIAMS, HENDRICK WIN USAC SPEEDROME TITLES; MOCKLER LEADS 1-2-3 FEMALE FOCUS FINISH
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-219 KUHN, WILLIAMS, HENDRICK WIN USAC SPEEDROME TITLES; MOCKLER LEADS 1-2-3 FEMALE FOCUS FINISH INDIANAPOLIS – Hoosiers Brad Kuhn of Avon, Jamie Williams of Columbus and Jonathan Hendrick of Fortville on Wednesday claimed their initial US ... Continue reading
Jimmy Kite Closes USAC Season With Top-10
Jimmy Kite Closes USAC Season With Top-10 CLERMONT, IND., August 8, 2005 - Jimmy Kite (Stockbridge, Ga.) closed-out the pavement portion of the 2005 United States Auto Club (USAC) Weld Racing Silver Crown Series schedule in top-ten style last week at Indianapolis Raceway Park (IRP). Making his third appearance of the s ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER Damion Gardner of Concord, Calif. has soared to nearly a 100-point lead over Rip Williams in the 2005 Earl's Fast Qualifier standings in the Valvoline USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series. Gardner,whose lead stands at 98 points, posted his 16th fast qualify ... Continue reading
3 TO GO IN SALT LAKE CITY WYSONG AIMS AT RECORD 4 STRAIGHT SUNDAY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-224 Jimmy Wysong will try for a record fourth consecutive USAC/SLVRA Young Automotive Group Rocky Mountain Sprint Car Series feature win this Sunday at the Salt Lake City home of the series. Wysong leads defending two-time series champ Jim Wate ... Continue reading
HANFORD CRA SPRINTS CANCELED KRUSEMAN TAKES PERRIS 30-LAPPER; GARDNER FQ AGAIN!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-223 The 2005 Valvoline USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series will resume Aug. 20 at Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway, following the cancellation of this Saturday night's originally-scheduled race at the Kings Speedway in Hanford, Calif. due to scheduling con ... Continue reading
STEELE TO DEFEND 2 "JAMES/O'CONNOR" TITLES SATURDAY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-222 Tampa, Fla. driver Dave Steele will defend a pair of Jasper Engines & Transmissions "Joe James/Pat O'Connor Classic" titles Saturday night when the 46th running of the event unfolds at the storied Salem (Ind.) Speedway. Steele ranks ninth i ... Continue reading
STEELE TO DEFEND "JAMES/O'CONNOR" TITLE SATURDAY CHANEY RAKES IN $50,000 "MOPAR THUNDER" PAYOFF
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-221 Saturday night's 46th Jasper Engines & Transmissions "Joe James/Pat O'Connor Classic" at the Salem (Ind.) Speedway features a three-way "showdown" for the USAC Valvoline National Sprint Car Series point lead. Levi Jones, Dave Darland and Ja ... Continue reading
STEELE'S 10TH AT IRP SALVAGES POINT LEAD GOING INTO SPRINGFIELD'S "TONY BETTENHAUSEN 100"
AUGUST 8, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-220 Dave Steele of Tampa, Fla. continues to seek a second consecutive USAC Weld Racng Silver Crown Championship after maintaining his series point lead with a 10th-place finish in Saturday night's "J.D. Byrider 100" at Indianapolis Raceway Park. Steele hopes to beco ... Continue reading
PARNELLI JONES CLASSIC RE-IGNITES USAC NATIONAL SPRINT CAR SERIES AT THE MILWAUKEE MILE
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 Milwaukee, Wis. (August 8, 2005) - For the first time since 1960, the potent National Sprint Car division of the United States A ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- DaimlerChrysler, Ford Motor Company, and General Motors will announce their return to leasing in New York State at a press conference to coincide with the signing of the Highway Bill by President Bush on Wednesday, August 10th. The Bill, which includes a provision that will end Vicarious Liability - ... Continue reading
Powertrain Technology Division Acquired by A&D Technology, Inc.
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Aug. 8, 2005--A&D Technology, Inc., a manufacturer of advanced measuring, monitoring, controlling and testing instruments, has acquired the Powertrain Technology Division of MTS Systems Corporation. The announcement was made today by Hikaru Furukawa, President and CEO of A&D Co., Ltd., parent company ... Continue reading
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