IAA 2005 - Frankfurt Auto Show
--The bi-annual Frankfurt Auto Show is once again set to provide the automotive industry with an opportunity to impress the public with the latest in car technology, design, safety and luxury. Notable launches at the 2005 show include the entirely new Jaguar XK which takes the British carmaker to new heights of sportin ... Continue reading
ppc Racing, Kenny Wallace Partner with Charities for Dover 200
For Immediate Release ppc Racing, Kenny Wallace Partner with Charities for Dover 200 at Dover International Speedway (MOORESVILLE, NC) – ppc Racing officials announced today that The Scleroderma Foundation of the Delaware Valley and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation will be associate sponsors on the #22 ... Continue reading
Sterling Marlin New Hampshire Race Advance
CONTACT: Jennifer Powell Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates (704) 662-9642 jpowell@ganassi.com Sterling Marlin, No. 40 Coors Light Dodge Sylvania 300- New Hampshire International Speedway Advance No. 40 TEAM FACTS: * Chassis: The Coors Light team will race chassis #309 this weekend for the second race at New Hampsh ... Continue reading
Cendant Comments on Financial Impact of Hurricane Katrina
Excluding Insurance Recoveries, 2005 Adverse Impact to Pretax Income Expected to be Approximately $35 to $70 Million Approximately $10 to $35 Million of Losses Expected to be Recovered Through Insurance No Material Impact Expected on 2006 Results of Operations Company Has Utilized $473 Million of Cash, Net of Proceeds ... Continue reading
G Squared Motorsports Prerace: Ellis and Smith together for remainder of season
*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* *21 ... Continue reading
Nextel News - Let the Chase for the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup begin
Sept. 13, 2005 - New Hampshire International Speedway Chase for the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Key Dates to Keep in Mind Race weekend A Sept. 16 - 'Juice with Jimmie Johnson' at 8:30 a.m. EDT A Sept. 16 - Nextel Wake-Up Call at 11:00 a.m. EDT with Rusty Wallace A Sept. 17 - Bud Pole Qualifying at 12:10 p.m. EDT (Impound) A Sept ... Continue reading
* Dodge Rams, Durangos and Dakotas are part of a 100-vehicle convoy heading to hurricane-damaged areas * Employee-driven vehicles donated by the Chrysler Group are loaded with needed relief and rebuilding supplies * DaimlerChrysler has donated $4.4 million to the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts WHAT: Relief in the for ... Continue reading
* Durangos and Dakotas are part of a 100-vehicle convoy heading to hurricane-damaged areas * Employee-driven vehicles donated by the Chrysler Group are loaded with needed relief and rebuilding supplies * DaimlerChrysler has donated $4.4 million to the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts WHAT: Relief in the form of 50 new ... Continue reading
Corland Publishing Launches Diesel Forecast Magazine
Online publication will provide constant editorial coverage of the diesel vehicle market and related technologies ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 13 -- Diesel vehicles, immensely popular in Europe, are gaining attention in the US as surging oil prices focus attention on more fuel-efficient powertrain technologies. With this gr ... Continue reading
Valeo is a Key Partner of Renault for the Launch of the Clio III
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- Valeo is taking the opportunity of today's first public presentation of the new Renault Clio to announce that this vehicle is equipped with 28 Valeo product lines. Since its launch in 1990, the Renault Clio has been one of the most popular cars in Europe. 8,750,000 Clios have been pr ... Continue reading
Infineon Raceway Hosts Only IRL Event on West Coast in 2006
Contact: John Cardinale 707-334-9805 Infineon Raceway Hosts Only IRL Event on West Coast in 2006 SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - The success Infineon Raceway enjoyed during its inaugural IRL IndyCar(r) Series weekend in August will continue in a big way during the 2006 racing season. Not only will Infineon Raceway ... Continue reading
HP Announces Conclusion of Successful BMW WilliamsF1 Team Relationship
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Sept. 13, 2005--HP today announced that it will conclude its sponsorship with the BMW WilliamsF1 Team at the end of the 2005 season. HP has been the principal sponsor of the BMW WilliamsF1 Team since the 2000 Formula One season. Over the past six seasons, HP has successfully partnered with the BMW Wi ... Continue reading
* Dodge Rams, Durangos and Dakotas are part of a 100-vehicle convoy heading to hurricane-damaged areas * Employee-driven vehicles donated by the Chrysler Group are loaded with needed relief and rebuilding supplies * DaimlerChrysler has donated $4.4 million to the Hurricane Katrina relief efforts WHAT: Relief in the for ... Continue reading
Feds Raise Reimbursement Rate for Personally Owned Vehicles
WASHINGTON, Sept. 13 -- The General Services Administration (GSA) today announced it has raised the reimbursement rate to 48.5 cents a mile -- up from 40.5 cents -- for employees using personally owned vehicles (POV) on official travel, retroactive to Sept. 1. Recognizing recent gas price increases, GSA calculated the ... Continue reading
Eric Hirschfield and Paul Hawkinson Join BAS' Chicago Office NEW YORK, Sept. 13 -- Banc of America Securities LLC (BAS) today announced that Eric Hirschfield and Paul Hawkinson have joined the Global Industries Corporate & Investment Banking Group as managing directors. Hirschfield joins as Head of Packaging, reporting ... Continue reading
As Motorcycle Theft Rates Soar, Survey Reveals Bikers' Concern
LoJack Creates "Bike Smarts" to Increase Awareness of Growing Theft Problem and Provide Tips on Theft Protection WESTWOOD, Mass., Sept. 13 -- With motorcycle theft rates climbing more than 55 percent* and bike sales soaring at unprecedented rates, a survey of motorcycle owners revealed that a full 49 percent are concer ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ, ATX Collaborate On Automated Directions Prototype
Drivers to Benefit from Integration of Digital Navigation, Telematics Voice Technology DALLAS-FORT WORTH, Sept. 13 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital maps for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, and ATX Group, the world's second largest telematics service provider to the automotive industry, ... Continue reading
DULLES, Va.--Sept. 13, 2005--Orbital Sciences Corporation announced that its Transportation Management Systems division (Orbital TMS) has received system acceptance from the City of Phoenix Transit Department, a Valley Metro member, for the metro area's Vehicle Management System (VMS). The system will provide to Valley ... Continue reading
Dodge Brand Looking for "Livin' Large'" Texans at State Fair
Contestants can show the world what makes them "Mega" while benefiting hurricane relief efforts * Chrysler Group will donate to American Red Cross on behalf of each contest participant * Six "Dodge Mega Livin', Mega Givin'" winners to receive Mega Livin' Gift Packages * Contest celebrate debut of new Dodge Ram Mega Cab ... Continue reading
Joseph B. Rizzo to Join Torvec Board of Directors
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Sept. 13 -- Torvec, Inc. announced today that Joseph B. Rizzo, Partner and Head of the Litigation Department of the law firm of Gallo & Iacovangelo, LLP, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Torvec, effective September 9, 2005. Joseph B. Rizzo, born January 17, 1965, in Buffalo, New York. Grad ... Continue reading
Ace Parking Continues Texas Hotel Growth; Hilton Americas - Houston Joins Ace Portfolio
HOUSTON--Sept. 13, 2005--Ace Parking Management, Inc., North America's largest privately-owned parking and valet contractor, has announced a major addition to its growing list of Texas clients: The Hilton Americas - Houston hotel in Houston, TX. Hilton Americas is Houston's largest convention hotel, located downtown an ... Continue reading
RACINE, Wis.--Sept. 13, 2005--Modine Manufacturing Company , a worldwide leader in applied thermal management, will showcase a wide range of new technologies, including engine cooling, HVAC systems and components, and electronics cooling for the automotive market at the world's largest auto show, the 61st International ... Continue reading
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--Sept. 13, 2005--Thales Navigation, makers of Hertz(R) NeverLost(R) and global provider of Magellan consumer GPS products, announced today the Magellan RoadMate 360, the best value in a portable vehicle navigation system and the ideal solution for mobile professionals and cost-conscious travelers. A ... Continue reading
INSEQ Announces Design and Manufacturing Agreement with Battery Manufacturer
MOUNT ARLINGTON, N.J.--Sept. 13, 2005--INSEQ Technologies Corporation (the "Company") (OTC Bulletin Board:INSQ) today announced contracts for design and manufacturing tooling for a new client who makes nickel metal hydride batteries for fuel cells. These batteries are used in hybrid cars, boats, and backup power suppli ... Continue reading
Plexus Systems Selected as Technology Company of the Year Finalist
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 13 -- Plexus Systems LLC has been chosen as a finalist for Automation Alley's Technology Company of the Year Award. Finalists represent the top technology organizations that have made significant contributions to technology advancements throughout Southeast Michigan. Located in Auburn Hills, ... Continue reading
SAN ANTONIO--Sept. 13, 2005--Rush Enterprises, Inc. (Listed on NASDAQ(R): RUSHA & RUSHB), which operates the largest network of heavy-duty and medium-duty truck dealerships in North America and a John Deere construction equipment dealership in Houston, Texas, announced that W. Marvin Rush, Chariman and CEO of Rush Ente ... Continue reading
Championship Off Road Racing's Media Day Features Superstars From NASCAR, Supercross, Music and CORR
WHO: Joining current series points leader CARL RENEZEDER and 2004 Pro-4 Champ, JASON BALDWIN are seven-time Supercross Champ JEREMY McGRATH and NASCAR's BORIS SAID. Other special guests are moderator and voice of NASCAR Bob Jenkins, CORR owner Jim Baldwin, LeDuc Racing's Curt LeDuc, Red Bull's Steve Barlow, Baldwin Rac ... Continue reading
Flexsteel Announces Quarterly Dividend
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Sept. 13, 2005--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. ... The Board of Directors declared its fourth quarter dividend of $0.13 per share payable October 3, 2005 to shareholders on record as of September 22, 2005. Flexsteel has paid cash dividends each year since 1938 on its common stock. This is the 255th consecuti ... Continue reading
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--Sept. 13, 2005--SPEED Channel will renew its Wednesday night hit PINKS for another season, scheduling the first new episode for February 2006 and bringing back host Rich Christensen for another season of high-stakes drag racing. "Due to the overwhelmingly positive response from the SPEED Channel audien ... Continue reading
Young Artists with Disabilities Receive $60,000 in Cash from VSA arts and Volkswagen of America
'Shifting Gears' Exhibit Goes on Display at the Smithsonian WASHINGTON, Sept. 13 -- VSA arts and Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced fifteen young artists whose artwork has been selected for the "Shifting Gears" touring exhibit that will debut at the S. Dillon Ripley Center, Smithsonian Institution on Tuesday, Septem ... Continue reading
FLORENCE, Ky., Sept. 13 -- With parent company Yamazaki Mazak named this year as the world's largest machine-tool builder, Mazak Corp. (Florence, KY) is hosting its largest-ever North American manufacturing industry event November 8-10 at its Florence headquarters and plant. Touch the Future 2006 will demonstrate the c ... Continue reading
Distressed Debt Investors Gear Up for Wave of Defaults
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13 -- Many investors believe the recent junk bond boom is about to end in a wave of defaults. Although default rates currently remain near historical lows, more and more record distressed funds are being raised, and limited partner allocations to the asset class are on the rise. In addition, approxim ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Announces Webcast of Financial Analyst Conference Presentation
MILWAUKEE, Sept. 13 -- Johnson Controls will webcast its management presentation at the IAA 2005 Automotive Analyst Conference in Frankfurt, Germany on Thursday, September 15, 2005. The webcast begins at 4:45 a.m. Eastern time. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030423/JCILOGO ) To access the listen-only audi ... Continue reading
MADD & Nissan Announce Strides for Change 5K Walks Aimed at Keeping Communities Safe Nationwide
Drunk Driving Nation's Most Frequently Committed Violent Crime DALLAS, Sept. 13 -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and national presenting sponsor, Nissan North America, Inc., announce the Strides for Change 5K, non-competitive walks designed to make communities safer by raising funds to stop drunk driving, suppor ... Continue reading
NowAuto Group Announces Financial Guidance for 2006
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 13 -- NowAuto Group (BULLETIN BOARD: NAUG) today announced its forward-looking estimates for 2006. NowAuto Group (BULLETIN BOARD: NAUG) owns all of the assets from a recently completed acquisition of NowAuto Inc. (Pink Sheets: NWAU). NWAU shareholders will receive approximately one share of NAU ... Continue reading
GEICO Encourages Residents to Prepare for Tropical Storm Ophelia
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Sept. 13 -- Since weather forecasters are predicting that Tropical Storm Ophelia could develop into a more serious situation as it travels along the Atlantic seacoast, GEICO recommends a number of preparedness steps. Hurricane Preparedness * Plan an evacuation route and learn safe routes inland. Be ... Continue reading
BOYNTON BEACH, Fla.--Sept. 13, 2005--puraDYN Filter Technologies Incorporated (OTCBB:PFTI) announced today that it has signed an agreement with Rentar Environmental Solutions, Inc. to become Master Distributor in North America for the Rentar(R) Fuel Catalyst (RFC). The West Palm Beach-based Rentar designs and manufactu ... Continue reading
AAA Reports National Average Gas Prices Fall Below $3 Per Gallon
MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 13 -- The nationwide average price for self-serve regular gasoline has dropped 10.1 cents per gallon since reaching a new record high of $3.057 on Labor Day, September 5, 2005. Today's nationwide average price of $2.956 is 51.6 cents more expensive than it was one month ago and $1.115 higher than las ... Continue reading
AAA Reports Gas Prices Falling From Record-High Levels
BURNSVILLE, Minn., Sept. 13 -- The nationwide average price for self-serve regular gasoline has dropped 10.1 cents per gallon since reaching a new record high of $3.057 on Labor Day, September 5, 2005. Today's national average price of $2.956 is 51.6 cents more expensive than it was one month ago and $1.115 higher than ... Continue reading
PACCAR Announces Increased Quarterly Dividend and Share Repurchase Update
BELLEVUE, Wash.--Sept. 13, 2005--PACCAR's Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend in the amount of twenty-five cents ($.25) per share, payable on December 5, 2005, to stockholders of record at the close of business on November 17, 2005. This is a 19 percent increase compared to the previous regula ... Continue reading
Million Dollar Investment Expands Bulk Terminal in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH, Sept. 13 -- Norfolk Southern Corporation today announced that Norfolk Southern Railway's Pittsburgh bulk transfer facility recently received more than a million dollars in upgrades to provide improved handling of various products, including food grade and plastics, as well as the ability to handle new produ ... Continue reading
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Auto Club: Average Gas Prices, Still above $3, Begin to Drop
LOS ANGELES--Sept. 13, 2005--Southern Californians may be seeing some relief at the pump as average gas prices throughout the area began to drop from record highs set last week, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California monthly Fuel Gauge Report. The Southern California September average price for regular ... Continue reading
LONDON AND ROCHESTER, N.Y., Sept. 13 -- Harris Interactive(R) has conducted new research to understand the values that adult consumers from Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy and Spain associate with 21 major automobile brands ahead of the firm's attendance at The 61st International Motor Show (IAA) Cars in Frankfur ... Continue reading
7-Eleven, Inc. Reports August 2005 Sales Results; U.S. Same-Store Merchandise Sales Rise 4.8 Percent
DALLAS, Sept. 13 -- 7-Eleven, Inc. , today reported August 2005 sales results. Total August 2005 sales were $1,288.1 million, an increase of 17.9 percent over August 2004 sales of $1,092.1 million. Total merchandise sales for August 2005 were $762.6 million, an increase of 6.1 percent over the August 2004 total of $718 ... Continue reading
Atmel and u-blox Unveil Their Latest GPS Technology
ANTARIS(TM) 4 Pushes the Boundaries of GPS Receiver Functionality HEILBRONN, Germany, and THALWIL, Switzerland, Sept. 13 -- Atmel(R) Corporation , a global leader in the development and fabrication of advanced semiconductor solutions, and u-blox AG, a leading maker of innovative GPS technology, announced today the avai ... Continue reading
Comprehensive Package of Services Will Streamline the Purchase Process and Drive New Revenues at AuctionCities.com VALENCIA, Calif., Sept. 13 -- AuctionCities.com, Inc. , announces today a complete portfolio of new services designed to build consumer confidence and streamline the process of buying automobiles through t ... Continue reading
Gentex Shipping Auto-Dimming Mirrors for 2006 Citroen
ZEELAND, Mich., Sept. 13 -- Gentex Corporation, the leading supplier of automatic-dimming mirrors to the worldwide automotive industry, is shipping interior and exterior auto-dimming mirrors for the 2006 Citroen C6, PSA's new luxury passenger car. The vehicle features a three- mirror, automatic-dimming system in which ... Continue reading
LED Lamp, Flashlight, capacitors offer in very good price!
Dear Sir, We are a specialized manufacturing for electronic components such as LED Lamp, Flashlight, Ceramic capacitors, Multilayer ceramic capacitors, Polyester film capacitors, trimming potentiometers , switches etc., which are widely used in the field of electronic Industrial such as products of traffic lights, TV s ... Continue reading
HAMPTON, Va., Sept. 13 -- Measurement Specialties, Inc. , a designer and manufacturer of sensors and sensor-based consumer products, announced that the company will hold its Fiscal 2005 Annual Shareholder Meeting today at the University Club, One West 54th Street, in New York at 10:00 AM EDT. Frank Guidone, CEO of Meas ... Continue reading
DALLAS--Sept. 13, 2005--NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital maps for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, and ATX Group, the world's second largest telematics service provider to the automotive industry, announced today an agreement to pursue a prototype automated driving directions service that w ... Continue reading
NME Enters High Definition IPTV Market with Global MediaCast for Q4 2005
LONDON--Sept. 13, 2005--New Medium Enterprises Inc. (OTCBB: NMEN) and Global MediaCast Ltd. have reached an agreement to launch a new Versatile Multilayer Disc (VMD)-integrated High Definition (HD) IPTV Box offering a complete triple-play solution for digital television in the 4th quarter of 2005. The new IPTV Box will ... Continue reading
NowAuto Group Announces Guidance For 2006
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 13 -- NowAuto Group (BULLETIN BOARD: NAUG) today announced its forward-looking estimates for 2006. The Company expects to earn a net income of approximately $10 million or $1.00+ per share. Revenues are expected to be in excess of $40 million for 2006. NowAuto Group (NAUG) has 9,707,661 shares ... Continue reading
Volvo and Art Center College of Design Present First-Ever Car Designed by Women
Volvo's 'Your Concept Car' at Art Center's South Campus Monday, September 19 WHAT: Volvo and Art Center College of Design will unveil to the West Coast "Your Concept Car" (YCC): the first car in the more than 100 years of auto manufacturing designed and developed almost exclusively by women. Designed with the needs of ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT, Germany--Sept. 13, 2005--Dolby Laboratories today announced that Dolby(R) Pro Logic(R) II technology will be offered in the all-new Volvo C70, launched today at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA). With the addition of Dolby audio technology to Volvo's C70, Volvo's entire 2006 line of cars provide Dolby Pro Logic ... Continue reading
Volvo Unveils All-New 2006 C70
A Car That Offers the Best of Both Worlds * New C70 features three-piece retractable hard top * Unique Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) * Room for four adults * 218-horsepower and 236 lb.-ft. of torque * U.S. to account for 50 percent of sales * Pricing to start around $39,000 FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 13 -- Volvo ... Continue reading
Siemens VDO Plans Series Production of the Wedge Brake This Decade; Brake It Easy with Brake-by-Wire
FRANKFURT, Germany--Sept. 13, 2005--At the 61st IAA Motor Show in Frankfurt Siemens VDO Automotive is exhibiting future braking technology with the electronic wedge brake, which will enable the launch of brake-by-wire series production for the 12-volt vehicle electrical system in this decade. The modern wedge brake off ... Continue reading
IAA 2005: Ready for Series Production: Siemens VDO Presents the Modular Cockpit
SCHWALBACH, Germany, September 13 -- Siemens VDO Automotive will present the fully operational CESAR, the vision of a modular cockpit, at the 61st IAA Motor Show. CESAR, including the electrical, electronic and mechanical components, is now a short way away from series production. With this innovative technology, the a ... Continue reading
Delphi Debuts Driver Protection Module
New module can help reduce driver's risk of serious injury in frontal crash by up to 27 percent OEMs now have new way to improve crashworthiness ratings and meet increased regulations TROY, Mich. Sept. 13 -- Delphi Corp. unveiled a new technology today at the 61st International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt that can of ... Continue reading
Delphi's Halogen-Free Automotive Cable Making European Debut at Frankfurt Show
Utilization of GE's Flexible Noryl* Resin Will Allow for 'Class C' Wire Alternative with Additional Performance Gains FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 13 -- Delphi Corporation's role as a technical leader in the design and manufacture of advanced electrical/electronic distribution systems has been strengthened with an innovat ... Continue reading
Delphi First With Groundbreaking New Forewarn Stop and Go Adaptive Cruise Control
Provides foundation for sophisticated smart safety system on two prestigious new European vehicles for 2006/7 TROY, Mich., Sept. 13 -- A groundbreaking new Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) has been developed by Delphi Corp. . The new technology increases the precision of ACC at highway speeds and provides an innovative ne ... Continue reading
Kronos Enters Into Prototype Development Agreement With Leading Luxury Auto Manufacturer
BELMONT, Mass., Sept. 13 -- Kronos Advanced Technologies, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: KNOS) , announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, Kronos Air Technologies, Inc., a developer of proprietary air movement and purification technology for consumer and commercial products, has entered into a Prototype Development and ... Continue reading
- Major step toward creation of Ford-managed, temporary business entity to be named Automotive Components Holdings, LLC - New company will take ownership from Visteon of 17 plants and six offices, research centers and other facilities. - Arrangement protects supply of components to Ford plants while the new entity prep ... Continue reading
Day 1 of 2005 Frankfurt Auto Show - DamlierChrysler and VW
Frankfurt September 13, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that DaimlerChrysler took the spotlight during the opening press day of the big Frankfurt Auto Show Monday, reports USA Today. The automaker unveiled three products and sent the CEOs of its Chrysler and Mercedes-Benz divisions out to meet the media. Mercedes-B ... Continue reading
Diesel Motorcycles Set 8 World Records at Bonneville Speedway
American and British Design and Engineering Team Demonstrated That Diesel Motorcycles Fuel Efficiency, High-Performance and Reliability Mark a New Era in Motorcycling Street Legal Version Coming in 2006 HESPERIA, Calif., Sept. 13 -- Hayes Diversified Technologies (HDTUSA), the world's first purpose-built production die ... Continue reading
Federal Fatality Data Show Positive SUV Safety Trends
WASHINGTON, Sept. 13 -- An unmistakably favorable trend for SUV safety was demonstrated in the federal government's final 2004 motor vehicle fatality statistics. SUV Owners of America, which represents the interests of America's 80 million SUV, pickup and van owners, suggested to the National Highway Traffic Safety Adm ... Continue reading
Toyota Wants to Halve Cost Difference Between Hybrids, Conventional Vehicles
Washington DC September 13, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that Toyota President Katsuaki Watanabe has told his engineering chief to find a way to cut in half the price difference between fuel-efficient gas-electric hybrids and similar gasoline models, reports USA Today. Watanabe’s remarks suggest that other ... Continue reading
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Sept. 13 -- As consumers become more familiar with using the Internet to purchase new vehicles, auto dealers are increasingly satisfied with the online buying services providing them sales leads, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2005 Dealer Satisfaction with Online Buying Services St ... Continue reading
Chrysler, VW may Develop Minivan
Washington DC September 13, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that Chrysler and Volkswagen are negotiating to launch a VW-branded version of Chrysler’s next generation minivan in 2007, Chrysler CEO Tom LaSorda confirmed in an interview Monday, according to the Free Press. LaSorda said the shared effort will ena ... Continue reading
IntelliChoice Announces Best New Car Deals for September 2005
CAMPBELL, Calif. Sept. 13, 2005--PRIMEDIA's IntelliChoice, the leading source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, today announced its "Best Deals of the Month" selections for September, identifying the vehicles with the best ownership cost value in 29 respective classes. IntelliChoice's "Best Deals of the ... Continue reading
GM pitches "smart" cars to cut back on discounts
DETROIT September 13, 2005; Reuters reported that General Motors Corp. trying to wean itself off huge discounts to draw customers into showrooms, is pitching the idea that its vehicles are "smart" enough to tell you how they're doing. Under the strategy, outlined at a news conference on Tuesday, GM said it would perfor ... Continue reading
Visteon Facilities Expected to be Transferred to Ford
Visteon Corp. plants and other facilities expected to be transferred by Oct. 1 to Automotive Components Holdings LLC, a temporary entity to be managed by Ford Motor Co.: Plants: Autovidrio Plant, Mexico Chesterfield Plant, Chesterfield Township, Mich. El Jarudo Plant, Mexico Indianapolis Plant, Indianapolis Kansas City ... Continue reading
Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder Topless in Frankfurt
Two years after the launch of the Coupé version of the Gallardo, Automobili Lamborghini is presenting the new Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder at the Frankfurt Motor Show. This latest addition brings the marque's range of supercars to four models. The Gallardo Spyder is not just an open-top version of the Coupé, but is a ... Continue reading
New 2007 Bentley Azure Unveiled at 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show
Today, at the IAA Motor Show, Bentley Motors reveals the production version of the new Azure. The luxurious four-seater Azure, which goes on sale in Spring 2006, is the latest in a portfolio of wonderfully desirable ‘dropheads’ stretching back many decades and reaffirms Bentley’s reputation as creator ... Continue reading
New Ford Galaxy Flies in Frankfurt
Previewed at the Frankfurt Motor Show this year is the all-new Ford Galaxy family vehicle. True to its concept and elegant in execution, this new Galaxy was designed to emphasise comfort and luxury while providing spacious accommodation for up to seven people. This all-new vehicle blends Ford’s well-renowned char ... Continue reading
Geely to Showcase 5 Models at 2005 Frankfurt Auto Show
Geely Group Co., Ltd. (Hereafter as 'Geely') based in China's Zhejiang Province will present its five latest automobile models at the Frankfurt International Auto Show, known as the ''Olympics'' of the auto industry, from September 12 to 25, 2005. Geely is also the first Chinese auto manufacturer to independently parti ... Continue reading
Renewable Ventures Signs Its First Fleet 'Certified Clean Car' Participant
Club Sportiva Will Neutralize CO2 Emissions from Its Fleet of Classic, Exotic Cars SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 13 -- Just eight weeks after announcing its Certified Clean Car Emission Reduction Program at World Environment Day, Renewable Ventures LLC, a renewable energy project finance VC, today announced its first fleet part ... Continue reading
More Texans Are Buckling Up and Driving Sober
AUSTIN, Texas--Sept. 13, 2005--The Texas Department of Transportation says campaigns to get motorists to buckle up and avoid drinking and driving are paying off. State and federal officials have announced that a record number of Texans are now using safety belts. Alcohol-related traffic fatalities also are down for the ... Continue reading
New Customer Retention Program Available to American Suzuki Automotive Dealers
BREA, Calif.--Sept. 13, 2005--As part of American Suzuki's continuing growth initiative in the U.S., the company has entered into an agreement with Shell Lubricants and created a customer retention program called "Suzuki-Quaker State Lubrication Program" available to more than 540 Suzuki automobile dealerships nationwi ... Continue reading
Average U.S. Gas Price Falls Below $3 Per Gallon, AAA's Daily Fuel Gauge Report Shows
ORLANDO, Fla.--Sept. 13, 2005--The nationwide average price of self-serve regular gasoline has dropped 10.1 cents per gallon since reaching a new record high of $3.057 on Sept. 5, the Monday of Labor Day Weekend, AAA's daily, online Fuel Gauge Report (http://www.fuelgaugereport.com) shows. Today's nationwide average pr ... Continue reading
This constantly updated news item is being provided to give you an overview of forthcoming new model introductions at the 61st Frankfurt International Motor Show, running between 15-25 September, 2005. ... Continue reading
FISKER COACHBUILD Introduces First Two Designs:TRAMONTO and LATIGO CS for 2006
FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 13 -- FISKER COACHBUILD announces its first two coachbuild designs at the Frankfurt International Auto Show. The FISKER 2006 TRAMONTO -- a thrilling two-seat convertible sports car delivering 610 horsepower with top speeds of 202 mph, and the FISKER LATIGO CS -- an uncompromising and elegant c ... Continue reading
Bentley Appoints Len Hunt as New Sales & Marketing Director
CREWE, England, September 13 -- Bentley Motors is pleased to announce the appointment of Len Hunt as Member of the Board, Sales & Marketing reporting directly to Chairman and Chief Executive Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen. Len Hunt, 49 has a wealth of international experience with luxury brands and will join Bentley from Volks ... Continue reading
MINI Press Conference 2005 Frankfurt Auto Show
Dr Michael Ganal Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG 61st International Motor Show (IAA) 2005 Frankfurt, 12 September 2005 Ladies and gentlemen, First off, let me thank you for visiting MINI today, which isn’t quite as easy this year as it used to be, due to the schedule-related setup situation in some of ... Continue reading
MINI at 2005 Frankfurt Auto Show
Dr Michael Ganal Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG MINI Press Conference 61st International Motor Show (IAA) cars 2005 Frankfurt, 12 September 2005 Ladies and gentlemen, First off, let me thank you for visiting MINI today, which isn’t quite as easy this year as it used to be, due to the schedule-related ... Continue reading
Porsche(R) to Build Hybrid Version of Cayenne(R) SUV
Company Also Reveals Record Sales/Revenue Results and Unveils Cayman S(R) at Frankfurt Motor Show ATLANTA, Sept. 13 -- At its press conference today at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) in Germany, Porsche announced its decision to build a hybrid version of its highly successful Cayenne SUV, revealed provisional results f ... Continue reading
Survey Indicates Car Shoppers Prefer 'No Haggle' Prices
But a True No-Haggle Offer Involves More than Just the Price of the Car, Says CarMax President RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 13 -- More than 70 percent of respondents to a recent online survey conducted by CarMax, Inc., the nation's largest retailer of used cars, indicated that getting a fair price without haggling is more impo ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Concept Cars "Direct Hybrid" and "BlueTec Hybrid" Look to the Future
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- - Petrol Cars - as Efficient as Diesels - Diesel Cars - as Clean as Petrol Cars At the International Motor Show (IAA) 2005 in Frankfurt, Mercedes-Benz will be unveiling the "DIRECT HYBRID" and the "BLUETEC HYBRID," two groundbreaking concept cars. Using the new S-Class as an example, ... Continue reading
BMW at 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show - 1
BMW Group Press Conference 61st International Motor Show (IAA) cars 2005 Frankfurt, 12 September 2005 Speech by Dr Helmut Panke Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG Ladies and gentlemen, I would also like to welcome you to our BMW Group press conference here at the IAA 2005. So what can you expect at our BMW s ... Continue reading
Valeo at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show - The Future Starts Here
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- The Frankfurt Motor Show represents a major opportunity for Valeo to showcase its latest automotive technologies to the general public. Many of these technologies, drawn from Valeo's three Domains, Driving Assistance, Comfort Enhancement and Powertrain Efficiency, are now available o ... Continue reading
Competition Intensifies in Vehicle Electronic Systems Market as Procurement Numbers Fall
Partnerships Become the Order of the Day to Combat Spiralling Competition LONDON, September 13 -- The drive to modernise the land forces in Europe has never been stronger, with both the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) and the European Union (EU) forces pushing ministries of defence (MoDs) to procure next-gene ... Continue reading
V360: A Sixth Sense for Safety - A Vision of Safer Driving
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- Valeo unveils today a brand-new vehicle demonstrator, named V360, equipped with a wide array of innovative driving assistance systems. The aim of the V360 vehicle is to highlight the successful integration of a range of Valeo technologies that focus on satisfying the consumers' need ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-276 MIDWEST FOCUS REGULARS NOT RESTING AS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP APPROACHES; LIGHT WINS KENTUCKY INDIANAPOLIS – A two-week hiatus in the USAC Midwest Ford Focus Midget Car Series is not a break for most series participants. Following J ... Continue reading
Ford to Sell The Hertz Corporation to Private Equity Group in $15 Billion Transaction
* Clayton Dubilier & Rice, The Carlyle Group and Merrill Lynch Global Private Equity to acquire market leader in the rental car and equipment rental industries. DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 12 -- Ford Motor Company announced today the execution of a definitive agreement with an investor group of leading private equity firms, ... Continue reading
NHRA Summit Racing Series Northwest Divisin Finals from Pacific Raceways
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Field Marketing, (626) 914-4761 WOODBURN DRAGSTRIP CLAIMS FOURTH STRAIGHT TEAM WIN AT SUMMIT RACING FINALS, LANG SCORES TWO KENT, Wash. - Although it came a day later than scheduled, the team from Woodburn Dragstrip scored the championship at the NHRA Summit Racing Series Northwest D ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-277 SASSELLI CLOSES ON HARRIS WITH STOCKTON PAVEMENT WIN; CALIFORNIA FOCUS CONTINGENT READY FOR NATIONALS INDIANAPOLIS – Eight drivers from the USAC California Ford Focus Midget Car Series divisions will trek from the West Coast to th ... Continue reading
CAROLINA/VIRGINIA FOCUS REGULARS READY FOR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP; SCOTT WINS SHENANDOAH
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-278 CAROLINA/VIRGINIA FOCUS REGULARS READY FOR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP; SCOTT WINS SHENANDOAH INDIANAPOLIS – USAC Carolina/Virginia Ford Focus Midget Car Series participants will leave the confines of the South for the biggest two-race ... Continue reading
LaneVue(TM), an Award-Winning innovation
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- The several awards received by the LaneVue(TM) Lane Departure Warning System this year testify to its significance. These prestigious prizes include the Premier Automotive Suppliers' Contributions to Excellence, or PACE Award 2005 in the Product Innovations category, the Automechanik ... Continue reading
Valeo and Air Quality: Putting Health and Comfort First
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- Valeo has been working on improving in-cabin air quality for many years and has recently designed seven innovative systems to enhance occupant comfort and, above all, to provide better protection from pollution. These seven new systems represent new benchmarks in this specialist fiel ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT, Alemania-- 12 septiembre, 2005-- 61 Salón Internacional del Automóvil 15-25 septiembre Frankfurt El pasado 7 septiembre, el Grupo BMW, DaimlerChrysler AG y General Motors Corporation firmaron un protocolo de intenciones que regula la formación de una alianza de iguales para el desarrollo de sistemas ... Continue reading
Start-Stop: Innovating for Driving Pleasure, Fuel Economy, Silence, and Clean Air
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- The Citroën C3 Stop&Start, fitted with StARS, Valeo's starter-alternator, has now been launched in Germany. This innovation helps to reduce both noise pollution and emissions in built-up areas as well as improving cabin comfort and reducing fuel consumption. - Using engine power whe ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Valeo teilt anlässlich der Internationalen Automobilausstellung in Frankfurt mit, dass Audi, BMW, Opel und Volkswagen einige ihrer Modelle mit einem einzigartigen Bending-Light-System ausstatten werden, das von Valeo produziert wird und in enger Partnerschaft mit den jeweiligen ... Continue reading
Komfort und Gesundheit durch bessere Luftqualität
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Seit vielen Jahren entwickelt Valeo Systeme zur Verbesserung der Luftqualität im Fahrzeuginnenraum. Aktuell hat Valeo sieben innovative Systeme entwickelt, die den Komfort der Fahrgäste erhöhen und vor allem verbesserten Schutz vor verschmutzter Luft bieten. Mit den sieben neu ... Continue reading
Valeo ist ein Hauptzulieferer des Renault Clio III
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Valeo ist ein Hauptzulieferer des heute vorgestelllten Renault Clio der dritten Generation. Insgesamt beliefert Valeo Renault bei diesem Fahrzeug mit 28 Komponenten und Produktlinien aus seinen verschiedenen Domains. Seit seiner Markteinführung im Jahr 1990 ist der Renault Clio ... Continue reading
Müheloses Öffnen und Schliessen des Kofferraums mit einem intelligenten, unsichtbaren System
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Valeo stellt auf der Frankfurter Automobilausstellung das Ipso(TM) Power Closure System zum bequemen Öffnen und Schliessen des Kofferraums vor. Das System bietet nicht nur alle Funktionen, die von anspruchsvollen Fahrern erwartet werden, es ist darüber hinaus ausserordentlich k ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Valeo bestätigt heute seine Stellung als Weltmarktführer bei Ultraschall-Einparkhilfen. Die Unternehmensgruppe hat den Parkassistenten vor 14 Jahren erfunden und als erster Anbieter auf den Markt gebracht. Heute ist das System so erfolgreich, dass es sich zur Standardausstattun ... Continue reading
LaneVue(TM), eine preisgekrönte Innovation
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Verschiedene Auszeichnungen für den Spurwechselassistenten LaneVue(TM) belegen die Bedeutung dieser neuartigen Innovation. Zu den Preisen zählen unter anderem der "Premier Automobile Suppliers' Contributions to Excellence (PACE) Award 2005", der auf der Automechanika verliehene ... Continue reading
V360: Der sechste Sinn für Sicherheit - Eine Vision für mehr Sicherheit beim Autofahren
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Valeo präsentiert heute das Demonstrationsfahrzeug V360, das mit einer breiten Palette innovativer Fahrassistenzsysteme ausgerüstet ist. Das V360-Konzept integriert die gesamte Bandbreite an Technologien von Valeo, die der Forderung nach mehr Fahrsicherheit für den Endkunden g ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Das Renault Konzeptfahrzeug Egeus, eine allradgetriebene SUV-Studie mit coupéartiger Silhouette, ist mit eindrucksvollen, bumerangförmigen Scheinwerfern ausgerüstet, die von Valeo entwickelt wurden. Die kompakte Beleuchtungseinheit verfügt über Hochleistungs-LEDs, die alle S ... Continue reading
BURSCHEID, Alemania, September 13 -- - La reutilización de materiales reciclados reduce los remanentes de producción La protección del medio ambiente y el uso racional de los recursos son los dos objetivos corporativos fundamentales de Johnson Controls, uno de los principales fabricantes de sistemas de interiores, e ... Continue reading
Valeo bei der Internationalen Automobilausstellung Frankfurt - Die Zukunft beginnt hier und heute!
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Für Valeo ist die Frankfurter IAA eine gute Gelegenheit, der breiten Öffentlichkeit die herausragenden Technologien seiner drei Domains (Fahrerassistenz, Effizienz im Antriebstrang und Komfortsteigerung) zu präsentieren. Alle Produkte stehen bereits in Serienfahrzeugen zur Ver ... Continue reading
MUNICH, September 13 -- - El fabricante de piezas automotrices Coficab Group elije a Infor XPPS Los clientes de Infor cada vez son más: a partir de ahora, el Grupo Coficab incorpora las soluciones para distribución ERP de Infor XPPS en su tercera planta ubicada en Arad, Rumania. Infor XPPS ya está instalado en los e ... Continue reading
Trunk Opening and Closure Using a Compact and Invisible Intelligent System
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- Valeo presents the Ipso(TM) Power Closure System, which facilitates access to the trunk, at the Frankfurt Motor Show. In addition to functions developed to meet the needs of drivers who use their trunk frequently, this system is particularly compact, facilitating its integration into ... Continue reading
NUEVA YORK, September 13 -- - Los nuevos propietarios ven grandes oportunidades de crecimiento Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, Inc. (CD&R), The Carlyle Group (Carlyle) y Merrill Lynch Global Private Equity (MLGPE), anunciaron hoy que llegaron a un acuerdo definitivo con Ford Motor Company para adquirir The Hertz Corporation ... Continue reading
BURSCHEID, Germany, September 13 -- - Closed Loop Material Recycling Reduces Production Waste Environmental protection and careful use of resources are primary corporate objectives for Johnson Controls, one of the world's leading suppliers of automotive interior systems, electronics and batteries. Two new material recy ... Continue reading
Valeo, World Leader in Ultrasonic Park Assist, Produces its Fifty Millionth Sensor
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- Valeo today confirms its world leadership on the global market of Utrasonic Park Assist (UPA) systems. The Group that invented this driver aid for stress-free and convenient vehicle manoeuvres during parking and reversing 14 years ago, was the first automotive supplier to market this ... Continue reading
Bikebone Shows Promise to Be the Mecca for Motorcycle Anti-Theft/Safety
Dear Sirs: *Bikebone--We named our company after our patented antitheft device of the same name for motorcycles. We are dedicated to your safety, protection of valuables, comfort, ease of use, and aesthetics. Our owners have vast experience in the motorcycle industry and in law enforcement--making our company and site ... Continue reading
Resumen: Antara GTC: nuevo éxito de Opel en IAA
RUSSELSHEIM & FRANKFURT, Alemania--12 septiembre, 2005-- 61 Salón Internacional del Automóvil (IAA en sus siglas en inglés) 15-25 septiembre Frankfurt El éxito de Opel en IAA es el Antara GTC (Gran Turismo Crossover). Opel ha presentando a los visitantes del IAA una interpretación deportiva del SUV y del ... Continue reading
Start-Stop: eine Innovation für mehr Komfort, Wirtschaftlichkeit, saubere Luft und weniger Lärm
FRANKFURT, Deutschland, September 13 -- Der mit dem Start-Stop-System StARS von Valeo ausgestattete Citroën C3 wird nun auch in Deutschland angeboten. Die Innovation senkt die Lärm- und Schadstoffbelastung in Städten, verringert den Kraftstoffverbrauch und erhöht den Komfort im Innenraum. Die Motorleistung wird nur ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- Egeus, Renault's SUV concept-car, boasts an all-wheel drive system and an elegant, dynamic silhouette worthy of a top-end coupé. The sober design of the front-end features impressive boomerangshaped headlights developed by Valeo. This compact lighting system is based on high-perform ... Continue reading
Adaptive Xenon Bending Light Headlamps: an Innovation Adopted by Four German Brands
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- At the Frankfurt International Motor Show, Valeo announces that Audi, BMW, Opel and Volkswagen have decided to equip some of their models with a dynamic bending light system produced by Valeo. This new generation of headlamps will make the new Audi Q7, BMW 1 Series, Opel Vectra and V ... Continue reading
Valeo Presents New Smart Valve Actuation Technology - the Camless Engine Becomes a Reality
FRANKFURT, Germany, September 13 -- Valeo today presented its latest technology for reducing fuel consumption and pollutant emissions by 20% using an engine cylinder head design that adopts Smart Valve Actuation (SVA) in place of the conventional mechanical operation of engine valves by the cam belt, camshaft and hydra ... Continue reading
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Approves First Fuel Additive for Both Diesel and Biodiesel
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.--Sept. 12, 2005--GTAT California this week announced the approval of its fuel additive Viscon by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to aid in achieving that state's new emissions mandates. Viscon, manufactured by GTAT California, is the only product approved for use with #2 diesel ... Continue reading
Antara GTC: Opel's Coup at the IAA
RUSSELSHEIM & FRANKFURT, Germany--Sept. 12, 2005--Opel's coup at the IAA is the Antara GTC (Gran Turismo Crossover). With the concept study, Opel presents IAA visitors in Frankfurt a distinctively sporty interpretation of the SUV and of the dynamic Opel design language in this special vehicle format that shows just how ... Continue reading
Shirley Records Third Clean Sweep at I-55 Raceway
Press Release SHIRLEY RECORDS THIRD CLEAN SWEEP AT I-55 RACEWAY Contact: Michelle Petroff, (618) 406-6842 or michelle@michellepetroff.com CHATHAM, IL (September 12, 2005) Attention-grabbing dirt late model standout, Brian Shirley, once again stole the show at Ray Marler and Ken Schrader¹s I-55 Raceway in Pevely, MO ... Continue reading
Executive Departing Ryder to Accept CEO Position
MIAMI, Sept. 12 -- Ryder System, Inc. today announced that Gregory E. Hyland, President of its U.S. Fleet Management Solutions business segment, is departing the company to become Chief Executive Officer of a diversified industrial company located in Florida. "We appreciate Mr. Hyland's contributions to Ryder and wish ... Continue reading
POINT LEADERS FALTER AT STOCKTON, EYE MADERA 10/1; RESCINO SCORES SURPRISE 100-LAP WIN AT STOCKTON
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-274 Valvoline USAC Western Sprint Car point leaders Kody Swanson and Tony Hunt were the first to exit Sunday's 100-lap "Fred Gerhardt Open Wheel Classic" at Stockton (Calif.) 99 Speedway. Swanson fought oiling problems, while Hunt was invol ... Continue reading
WYSONG-WATERS WAR CONCLUDES SATURDAY AT SLC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-275 Jimmy Wysong and Jim Waters will settle the 2005 USAC Young Automotive Group Rocky Mountain Sprint Car Series championship Saturday at Rocky Mountain Raceways in Salt Lake City, Utah. Wysong, who has won in five of his last seven RMR st ... Continue reading
FLOCK'S WESTERN MIDGET LEAD SLICED TO 55 "GERHARDT" MIDGET "99" TO MICHAEL LEWIS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-273 Robby Flock's USAC Western Midget point lead has been sliced to just 55 points going into a Sept. 24 race at San Bernardino, Calif.'s Orange Show Speedway. Flock finished 27th in Sunday's "Fred Gerhardt Open Wheel Classic" at Stockton ( ... Continue reading
CRA SPRINTS RETURN TO PERRIS SATURDAY KRUSEMAN WINS AT VENTURA; WILLIAMS BACK IN POINT LEAD
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-272 The Valvoline USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series returns this Saturday to the Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway and the series point race continues to be tight. Defending series titlist Rip Williams of Yorba Linda, Calif. vaulted back into the poin ... Continue reading
Honeywell Third Generation VNT(TM) Technology Boosts Premium Car V8 Diesel Engines
VNT(TM) Technology Offers Perfect Match for Diesel Particulate Filters FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 12 -- Honeywell Turbo Technologies, the manufacturer of Garrett(R) turbochargers, has announced that its third generation VNT(TM) technology is featured on three flagship turbo diesel V8s unveiled at the IAA 2005 Internatio ... Continue reading
- Commitment to relief effort tops $4.4 million - St. Louis and Detroit employee volunteers will drive Dodge Ram, Dakota and Durango convoy from St. Louis to Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana - 100 Dodge trucks will be donated to State and Local Government agencies engaged in relief efforts along the Gulf Coast AUBURN ... Continue reading
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Sept. 12 -- Fleetwood Homes, a leading producer of manufactured housing, today announced that its LifeStages homes now have available new features that were developed specifically for the Florida market. The new offerings were unveiled at the Company's annual Home Show in August at the Fleetwood fact ... Continue reading
Bloomington Speedway -- September 16 and September 23 Racing Programs
BLOOMINGTON SPEEDWAY P.O. Box 239 Clear Creek, IN 47426-0239 Contact: Tim McKinney, 812-372-3936 email: redclay@bluemarble.net www.bloomingtonspeedway.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FINAL SPRINT POINTS AWARD PRESENTATIONS SPRINT CAR, O'NEAL WOOD PRODUCTS/MONROE COUNTY PIZZA DEPT. MODIFIED, AND TIRE & WHEEL CENTER SUPER STOC ... Continue reading
FRANKFURT/ MAIN, Germany, September 12 -- - Cross-reference: picture is available via EPA (European Pressphoto Agency): http://www.presseportal.de/story.htx?firmaid=8233 The focus of the Mercedes-Benz press conference at the beginning of the 61st International Motor Show in Frankfurt was on the world premiere of the ne ... Continue reading
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