South Florida International Auto Show Hybrid Safety Presentation
In response to the growing popularity of hybrid vehicles, the South Florida International Auto Show will host demonstrations in the Miami Beach Convention Center for members of the Miami Beach Fire Department addressing safety issues when faced with emergencies involving hybrids. The first demonstration will be held at ... Continue reading
ZAP Announces Smart Car Receives Certificate of Conformity for 2006 from EPA
SANTA ROSA, Calif.--Nov. 8, 2005--Transportation pioneer ZAP (PCX:ZP) announced today that the Smart Car has received a Certificate of Conformity from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the 2006 Certification Year. The Certificate of Conformity was issued for the Smart Pure, Pulse and Passion tested during th ... Continue reading
2006 Mazda Miata MX-5 Grand Touring Review
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Mazda Miata MX-5 Grand Touring ENGINE: 2.0-liter DOHC I4 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 166 hp @ 7600 rpm/140 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic with manual mode WHEELBASE: 89.2 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 155.7 x 66.0 x 48.4 in. TIRES: P205/45R17 CARGO VOLUME: 5. ... Continue reading
Infineon Raceway Collects More Than 15 Tons of Recyclable Materials During Race Season
Contact: John Cardinale (707) 933-3907 jcardinale@infineonraceway.com Infineon Raceway Collects More than 15 Tons of Recyclable Materials During 2005 Racing Season SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - Infineon Raceway stepped up its recycling program during the 2005 Big O Tires Racing Season, and the results were stagg ... Continue reading
The Timken Company Declares Quarterly Dividend
CANTON, Ohio, Nov. 8 -- The board of directors of The Timken Company today declared a quarterly cash dividend of 15 cents per share. The dividend is payable on Dec. 2, 2005, to shareholders of record as of Nov. 18, 2005. ... Continue reading
WIX Filters Presents Lap Leader Awards To Kenseth, Sorenson, Skinner
NEWS RELEASE Contact: Bruce Johnston Ashleigh Lockhart WIX Filters Wray Ward Laseter (704) 869-3383 (704) 926-1314 Bruce.Johnston@affiniagroup.com alockhart@wwlcreative.com Kenseth, Sorenson, Skinner Claim WIX Filters Lap Leader Awards Drivers Matt Kenseth, Reed Sorenson and Mike Skinner won the WIX Filters Lap Leader ... Continue reading
American Chariots Provide Big Assist at the World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems
American Chariot Co. Donates Five Chariots for Transportation Needs Between SBC Park and the Moscone Center During 12th World Congress on ITS in San Francisco Nov. 6-10 SAN FRANCISCO, ITS WORLD CONGRESS, Nov. 8 -- American Chariot Company announced today that five of its personal transportation Chariots are in use this ... Continue reading
-- Whether it's the latest technology, the most comfortable seats or the fastest engines, luxury vehicle manufacturers continue to try to outdo one another. Even the sounds a car makes - or the lack thereof - can make a difference to today's luxury car drivers. A video report from General Motors You can reach the story ... Continue reading
Identifix Launches a New Direct-Hit
ST. PAUL, Minn.--Nov. 8, 2005--Identifix, one of the nation's premier sources of online and hotline diagnostics, today announced the launch of a major upgrade to the award-winning Direct-Hit(TM) system. The upgrade includes the addition of four robust new features: -- preventive maintenance plan -- complete maintenance ... Continue reading
AFL Automotive Recognized by President of Mexico for its Employment Practices
TORREON, Coahuila, Mexico--Nov. 8, 2005--Alcoa announced today that its AFL Automotive business located in Torreon, Coahuila, Mexico was recognized by the President of Mexico Vicente Fox as an Inclusive Company for 2005 because of its policy and efforts in employing physically challenged people. AFL Automotive was give ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Nov. 8 -- There was plenty of bling-bling, along with countless muscle cars, tuner cars, custom wheels and tires and just about anything else you might imagine at the year's premier aftermarket auto show. Check out complete coverage of the 2005 SEMA show in this week's issue of TheCarConnection.com, http://www ... Continue reading
Airbee Wireless Announces ZigBee(TM) Platform Compliance
ROCKVILLE, Md.--Nov. 8, 2005--Airbee Wireless (OTC:ABEW) announced today that it has secured ZigBee Platform Compliance using the Airbee-ZNS stack product and the Chipcon radio. The certification now enables Airbee customers and partners to rapidly build and deploy ZigBee compliant products based on this platform. OEMs ... Continue reading
American Remanufacturers, Inc. Announces Comprehensive Restructuring Plan
* U.S. Subsidiaries named in Chapter 11 Filing * Sale of the company anticipated * Debtor-in-possession financing sought through senior lenders BEDFORD, N.H., Nov. 8 -- American Remanufacturers, Inc. (ARI) announced today that it is instituting a comprehensive restructuring plan in order to maximize value of its operat ... Continue reading
Aquarium of the Pacific Announces the Winner of Its Summer Odyssey Raffle
American Honda Motor Company Gives Police Officer Raedean Rona the Keys to a New 2006 Honda Odyssey EX Minivan Raffle Rakes in the Clams, Raising Over $66,000 for the Aquarium's Education and Conservation Programs LONG BEACH, Calif., Nov. 8 -- A southland police officer's love for the ocean has won her a new car. Downe ... Continue reading
ARKONA Strengthens Market Presence: Reports Strong Earnings and Quarterly Revenues
SALT LAKE CITY--Nov. 8, 2005--ARKONA Inc. (OTC: ARKN), the technology leader in on-demand dealer management solutions for the automobile and powersports industries, today reported record quarterly revenue and strong earnings for its fiscal quarter ended Sept. 30, 2005. ARKONA posted revenue for the quarter of $2,732,30 ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 8 -- "The Brose Group has been one of our major partners for more than 50 years, not least thanks to its innovative strength," said Birgit Behrendt, Vice-President Purchasing of Ford Europe, during her speech at the official ceremony marking the completion of renovation activities at the Brose ... Continue reading
Caterpillar Pledges Gift of $750,000 with Potential of $1 Million DETROIT, Nov. 8 -- Caterpillar Inc., the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines, has pledged its support to the SAE Foundation and its $20 million centennial campaign. ... Continue reading
Coast Distribution System Reports Improved Third Quarter Results
Sales Increase 4.3%, Earnings Improve 28.4% Versus Last Year's Third Quarter MORGAN HILL, Calif., Nov. 8 -- 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 ... Continue reading
Delphi to Announce Third Quarter Financial Results on Nov. 9
TROY, Mich., Nov. 8 -- Delphi Corp. will issue a press release highlighting its third quarter 2005 financial results at 8:30 a.m. (ET) on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2005 via PR Newswire. There will not be a conference call or webcast for this quarter's results. ... Continue reading
Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental Each Add Location at Akron-Canton Airport
TULSA, Okla., Nov. 8 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today announced its Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental brands have each added an in-terminal location at Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) in Ohio. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020412/DTGLOGO ) Thrifty has provided service to CAK from an off-a ... Continue reading
ESPRITWeb Article #977, University of Arizona to begin using ESPRIT CAM software
ESPRITWeb Article _____ ID: 977 Date 7-Nov-2005 Distribution Public Title University of Arizona to begin using ESPRIT CAM software Summary The University of Arizona, Tucson, will now be integrating ESPRIT CAM software into their Systems and Industrial Engineering Department for both the bachelor’s and graduate progra ... Continue reading
DENVER--Nov. 8, 2005--Zanesville, Ohio-based Genesis Employees Credit Union (GECU) has selected Aimbridge Indirect Lending, a financing channel that connects credit unions with automotive dealer networks to provide members and potential members with automobile loans and leases, to support its first indirect auto lendin ... Continue reading
Hatch Stamping Chooses Plexus Online From Plexus Systems
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 8 -- Plexus Systems today announced that Hatch Stamping Company, a world-class manufacturer of metal stampings and assemblies, has chosen the Plexus Online manufacturing information system to integrate its diverse operating systems and provide a single, global view of its business operations. ... Continue reading
Looking online for a reputable tire dealer ... please read (November 8, 2005)
Hello, Some of my clients are searching online for a reputable tire dealer. My job is to find one place to send them to for specific markets. I'd like to discuss an arrangement with you about this. Please contact me at your earliest convenience. I will be in today (Tuesday) from 8:00 AM PST to 5:00 PM PST. ... Continue reading
Magna Announces Third Quarter and Year to Date Results
AURORA, Ontario, November 8 -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.SV.A, MG.MV.B ; NYSE: MGA) today reported financial results for the third quarter and nine month period ended September 30, 2005. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- -- THREE MONTHS ENDED NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, ... Continue reading
Mile Marker International, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2005 Results
POMPANO BEACH, Fla.--Nov. 8, 2005--Mile Marker International, Inc. (OTCBB:MMRK), a specialty vehicle parts distributor, today announced its third quarter 2005 financial results. In its Form 10-QSB filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission today, Mile Marker International, Inc. announced that it earned net ... Continue reading
N2Revolution(TM) Enters Into Agreement with Crown Auto Dealerships to Provide PurigeN98
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--Nov. 8, 2005-- Deal Follows National Launch of Leading-Edge Nitrogen Tire Inflation System that Offers Durability, Environmental Benefits and Fuel Efficiency N2Revolution, Inc., which develops and manufactures environmentally friendly automotive solutions, is pleased to announce that it has enter ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Nov. 8, 2005--National Instruments today announced the NI LabVIEW Simulation Module 2.0, which extends the NI LabVIEW graphical development environment to deliver one seamless platform for the modeling, design, simulation and real-time implementation of control systems. With the latest upgrade to this so ... Continue reading
Pep Boys' Third Quarter Results Conference Call to Be Broadcast on Vcall.com
PHILADELPHIA--Nov. 8, 2005--The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, will broadcast its quarterly conference call live on Friday, November 11 at 8:30 a.m. EST. The call will be broadcast over the Internet at Broadcast Networks' Vcall Web site, located at h ... Continue reading
Rockwell Automation to Host Investor Conference
MILWAUKEE--Nov. 8, 2005--Rockwell Automation, Inc. will host its annual investor conference in St. Louis on Tuesday, November 15, in conjunction with the company's annual Automation Fair. At the meeting, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Keith Nosbusch and Chief Financial Officer James Gelly will provide updates on ... Continue reading
BOSTON--Nov. 8, 2005--Seven Million DVD components were shipped for in-vehicle multimedia systems across North America, Europe and Japan in 2004, with the market set to increase to 22 Million units by 2011, according to the new Strategy Analytics market study, "In-vehicle DVD Components Market Forecast 2004-2011." The ... Continue reading
TBC Corporation Announces Expiration of Hart-Scott-Rodino Act Waiting Period
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Nov. 8 -- TBC Corporation , one of the nation's leading marketers of automotive replacement tires, today announced that the waiting period under the Hart- Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, applicable to the proposed acquisition of TBC Corporation by Sumitomo Corporation of Ameri ... Continue reading
Three Keys to Success Are Shared by All Future-Focused Organizations
CHICAGO, Nov. 8 -- According to NueVista Strategy, a management consultancy specializing in strategic information and organizational issues, future-focused organizations share three things -- a cultural emphasis on customers and innovation, superior information gathering, and fact-based management processes. "Future-fo ... Continue reading
Saxon Bikes Revs Up Sales Effort With FUNancing Program
ST. PAUL, Minn.--Nov. 8, 2005--Saxon Motorcycle Company, a manufacturer of quality custom choppers and pro street motorcycles, has announced a new consumer financing program in cooperation with GE Consumer Finance. The FUNancing program will provide installment lending to Saxon's nationwide dealer network. Saxon custom ... Continue reading
Incentives on Domestic SUVs Strong Possibility, Say Texas Dealers
Washington DC November 8, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that after slow October sales, auto dealers in Texas say domestic automakers may decide to impose consumer incentives on full-size SUVs, reports The Dallas Morning News. Automakers Ford and GM already have incentives of $2,000 on most full-size pickups and $ ... Continue reading
Toyota Seeks Second Hybrid Model for North American Production
Washington DC November 8, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that Toyota is looking for a second hybrid vehicle to produce in North America, reports The Wall Street Journal. <p>The company announced earlier this year they would produce a hybrid version of the Camry at their Georgetown, Kentucky plant in 2006. Gary Con ... Continue reading
Motorola Signs Contract With Michigan to Explore the 'Wireless Super Highway'
Motorola Pits Its MOTODRIVE(TM) Architecture Against Potholes Nationwide During The ITS World Congress SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Nov. 8 -- Motorola, Inc. signed its first contract with The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and announced the successful deployment and trial of MOTODRIVE -- a wireless network architect ... Continue reading
Ford and Toyota Top List of Most Upgrade-Friendly Automakers According to New CEA Benchmark Study
ARLINGTON, Va.--Nov. 8, 2005--Ford and Toyota top the list as the most upgrade-friendly automakers in the U.S. according to a new Consumer Electronics Association (CEA(R)) survey of mobile installers conducted in cooperation with the Mobile Enhancement Retailers Association(R) (MERA). The two top brands both had "upgra ... Continue reading
Wooden Mercedes 300 SL Replica
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 8, 2005 at 10:50 AM CST Over the weekend I found this story over at autoblog.it and I completely forgot to bring it to you yesterday. But being a Mercedes site, we had to give love to Udo Haase, a master craftsman who painstakingly recreated Mercedes' legendary 300 SL Gullwin ... Continue reading
The Greatest Names in Motor Racing to Be Broadcast Live on Internet TV
KYALAMI, South Africa, Nov. 8 -- The inaugural GP Masters race, featuring some of the world's greatest motor racing stars, is to be globally available, live on the Internet from South Africa through Narrowstep, the TV on the Internet company, in conjunction with Lixxus (broadband & voice). The Altech Grand Prix Masters ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz CLS Vs. BMW 645Ci by eMercedesBenz
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 8, 2005 at 10:30 AM CST When it comes to German auto makers, there's no rivalry greater than that of Mercedes and BMW. It's a delicate subject that I'm sure everyone can weigh in on, and one that I have received numerous emails about. So to briefly answer your question, here' ... Continue reading
Evader Signs Initial Order with North American Distributor
BELLEVUE, Wash.--Nov. 8, 2005--Bellevue-Washington based Evader, Inc. (www.evader.us) (Pink Sheets:EVDR), the maker of electric high-performance vehicles powered by their leading-edge EPIC technology is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement and initial order with MotoMojo, a distributor based in Atlanta, ... Continue reading
Luxury Consumption Index Reaches Its Lowest Point Ever at End of Third Quarter
STEVENS, Pa.--Nov. 8, 2005--Luxury consumers' confidence plummeted during the third quarter 2005, according to Unity Marketing's exclusive Luxury Consumption Index. In its sharpest drop since the index began in 2004, the Luxury Consumption Index reached 94.4 points. The index measures luxury consumer feelings about the ... Continue reading
Will Subcompacts Be a Hit in the U.S.?
Washington DC November 8, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that with Toyota, Nissan, and Honda ready to introduce new subcompact vehicles to the U.S. early next year, the big question will be if there are another 200,000 or so consumers willing to get into small, affordable cars. The answer may be yes, given there a ... Continue reading
National R.V. Holdings Announces Financial Results for the Third Quarter 2005
PERRIS, Calif., Nov. 8 -- National R.V. Holdings, Inc. , a leading manufacturer of recreational vehicles, today announced financial results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2005. Net sales were $108.2 million in the third quarter of 2005, down 4% from $112.5 million in the third quarter of 2004. For the nine m ... Continue reading
A. O. Smith to Acquire Motor Manufacturer in China
MILWAUKEE, Nov. 8 -- A. O. Smith Corporation has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Yueyang Zhongmin Special Electrical Machinery Co., Ltd., a manufacturer of hermetic motors located in Yueyang City, Hunan Province, China. The purchase remains subject to final government approval, and the two companies expect to ... Continue reading
Total Traffic Network and Inrix to Integrate Traffic Data
SAN FRANCISCO--Nov. 8, 2005--Clear Channel Communications, Inc. -- Combined data promises the highest quality real-time, predictive and forecast traffic services for the booming traffic data industry Clear Channel's Total Traffic Network, a division of Clear Channel Radio, and Inrix, Inc., the first company to provide ... Continue reading
RED BULL RACING ANNOUNCE MAJOR NEW APPOINTMENT
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Magna Announces Third Quarter Results
AURORA, ON, Nov. 8 -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.SV.A, MG.MV.B; NYSE: MGA) today reported financial results for the third quarter and nine month period ended September 30, 2005. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- -- THREE MONTHS ENDED NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, SEPTEMBER ... Continue reading
UNTERPREMSTAETTEN, Austria--Nov. 8, 2005--austriamicrosystems' AS8202NF TTP controller for time-triggered bus systems played an essential role in two of the five victorious robotic vehicles at the international "DARPA Grand Challenge" car race. The competition was staged for the second time by the Defense Advanced Rese ... Continue reading
FordDirect COO Discusses How to Lower Your Online Customer Acquisition Costs at ad:tech
Who: Steve St. Andre is FordDirect's president and chief operating officer. What: St. Andre is speaking at ad:tech New York regarding optimizing your online marketing strategy and customer acquisition costs. FordDirect works with Ford Motor Company and more than 30 affiliate partners to create dealers a web presence th ... Continue reading
Magazine Names Hyundai Sonata 'Best Sedan 2005 Award Winner'
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 8 -- Sobre Ruedas magazine named the Hyundai Sonata "Best 2005 Award Winner" in the Sedan category ahead of rivals like the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Malibu, Mitsubishi Galant, Ford Five Hundred, Mercury Montego, and Chrysler 300. The all-new Sonata was design ... Continue reading
The UK has the Highest Fuel Taxes in Europe - So How Legal is That?
WEYBRIDGE, England, November 8 -- The Freight Transport Association and the Road Haulage Association have today (Tuesday) announced the scope of their investigation into the legal standing of the Government's fuel tax policy that has seen UK diesel fuel become the highest in Europe and cripple the UK road haulage secto ... Continue reading
--The Dakar Rally is widely considered to be the most grueling off-road race in the world due to its brutal terrain and extreme environmental conditions. This year NASCAR driver Robby Gordon teams with HUMMER to race an H3 in the event. Radio News Feature You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstrea ... Continue reading
Calling All Heroes: Volvo Searches for Top Community Heroes
Financial Contributions to the Fourth Annual Volvo for Life Awards Heroes Total $1 Million, Include a Volvo Car for Life Nominate at www.volvoforlifeawards.com NEW YORK, Nov. 8 -- Do you know a local hero -- a person who is seeking to improve the quality of life, safety or environment in your community? If so, Volvo is ... Continue reading
Visteon Announces Preliminary Third Quarter Loss
Highlights * Year-over-year sales to non-Ford customers increase by more than $100 million to nearly $1.5 billion * Year to date improvement in cash flow from operations * Transactions with Ford completed as of October 1; significant gain expected in fourth quarter VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Nov. 8 -- Visteon Corporati ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls: The New Passat - Perfection in the Details
BURSCHEID, Germany, November 8 -- - Johnson Controls Supplies Front Seats With Passive Climate Control, Standard Seats, Batteries, Homelink and Compass for the New VW Passat Johnson Controls , one of the world's leading suppliers of automotive interior systems, electronics and batteries, is contributing to the high lev ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Reports Third Quarter Loss
FINDLAY, Ohio, Nov. 8 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company today reported a net loss of $1 million or 2 cents per share from continuing operations for the quarter ended September 30, 2005 as lower unit sales volume, higher raw material costs, and higher reported interest expense weighed on the Company's results and more tha ... Continue reading
Consumers Race Online to Conduct Research for Car Purchases
58 Percent of Respondents Use the Internet to Gather Information or Shop for a Car REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Nov. 8 -- When it comes to the car buying process, the Internet is an important resource, according to independent research conducted by Feedback Research (www.feedbackresearch.com), a division of Claria Corporation ... Continue reading
'American Hot Rod' Welcomes Home USS Nimitz
SAN DIEGO, CA Nov 8, 2005; Ships and aircraft from Carrier Strike Group 11 and the Nimitz Strike Group to return to Naval Air Station North Island and Naval Station in San Diego today, November 8 after serving in the Arabian Gulf. Boyd Coddington and the rest of his team of the hit television series, "American Hot Rod, ... Continue reading
OnStar by GM receives CIO Magazine Grand Enterprise Value Award
Detroit, November 7, 2005; CIO Magazine selected OnStar by General Motors the winner of the 2006 Annual CIO Grand Enterprise Value Award last night at the magazine's CIO|06: Year Ahead Conference in Phoenix, Ariz. The Grand Enterprise Value Award is the magazine's most prestigious award, and is recognized as one of the ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NOVEMBER 7, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-328 38TH "WESTERN WORLD" THURSDAY-SATURDAY AT MANZANITA; DARLAND TAKES PERRIS' "BUDWEISER OVAL NATIONALS" HAGEN, GARDNER TAKE PERRIS PRELIMS; LEVI'S LEAD JUST 9! Levi Jones of Olney, Ill. leads Dave Darland of Lincoln, Ind. by just nine point ... Continue reading
Bill Auberlen - more wins and records
Bill Auberlen continued to win races and set records in 2005, adding 11 victories and eight records to his impressive resume. The Redondo Beach, Calif., driver competed in four series this season, driving BMW M3s in the Rolex Sports Car Series and selected Grand-Am Cup races, a Panoz Esperante GTLM in the American Le M ... Continue reading
Polaris Announces Organizational Expansion of Victory Motorcycle and International Divisions
MEDINA, Minn.--Nov. 7, 2005-- Appointment of Mark Blackwell to Vice President of Victory Motorcycles and International Operations Leads Series Of Management Transitions That Poise Company For Strong Growth Polaris Industries Inc. has announced the appointment of several members of the management team to new positions, ... Continue reading
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