NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Nov. 30, 2005--First Acceptance Corporation today announced the resignation of Charles D. Hamilton, the Company's Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, who is leaving to pursue other interests. Stephen J. Harrison, the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We apprec ... Continue reading
Team, Inc. Announces Sale of Climax Portable Machine Tools, Inc.
ALVIN, Texas--Nov. 30, 2005--Team, Inc. (AMEX:TMI) announced that the company has sold Climax Portable Machine Tools, Inc. effective today to an affiliate of Horizon Partners Ltd. for approximately $14.5 million in cash. Climax is Team's equipment sale and rental business segment. The proceeds, which are subject to var ... Continue reading
ADS Logistics to Manage Steel Resale Program for Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
HOMEWOOD, Ill.--Nov. 30, 2005--ADS Logistics, LLC (ADS), the leading North American provider of integrated logistics and supply chain solutions for the metals industry, today announced their selection by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) to manage a Resale Program for this major manufacturer of automobiles. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Nov. 30, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28501 ) has announced the addition of Eastern Europe Panorama Light Commercial Vehicles 2005 to their offering. Our Eastern Europe Panorama Light Commercial Vehicles 2005 report provides 2004 year-end market data, with 2005 ... Continue reading
Automotive Supplier Orders Additional Braintech 3D-Machine Vision Software
Braintech eVisionFactory Software to Be Used for Axle Assembly Application VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 30 -- Braintech, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: BRHI) , a leading provider of vision guided robotic software solutions, announced today that it has received an additional order from ABB Canada for a major automotive tier ... Continue reading
Coach Industries Group, Inc. Launches American-Springfield Joint Venture
COOPER CITY, Fla.--Nov. 30, 2005--Coach Industries Group, Inc. ("Coach") (OTCBB:CIGI), which offers an array of financial services to commercial fleet operators, and manufactures luxury limousines, today announced the launch of American-Springfield, a joint venture partnership between Springfield Coach Industries Group ... Continue reading
Consumer Research Solutions and GetPowersports.com Team to Bring Superior Web Solutions to Dealers
For Immediate Release Consumer Research Solutions and GetPowersports.com Team to Bring Superior Web Solutions to Dealers WESTMINSTER, Mass./MANCHESTER, N.H., November 30, 2005 -- Consumer Research Solutions, Inc. (CRS), a leading powersports data provider, and GetPowersports.com, New England’s largest virtual powersp ... Continue reading
Deere Announces Further Share Repurchase, Boosts Dividend Over 25%
MOLINE, Ill., Nov. 30 -- The Deere & Company board of directors today authorized the repurchase of up to 26 million additional shares of common stock and raised the quarterly dividend rate by more than 25 percent, to 39 cents a share. "These actions support our goals for creating superior long-term value for investors, ... Continue reading
SEATTLE--Nov. 30, 2005--Flexcar announces its new five-minute promise for Seattle: effective today, Flexcar now has enough locations so that -- wherever you are in downtown Seattle -- you are never more than a five minute walk from a vehicle. To commemorate this milestone, the company has launched a Drive in Five promo ... Continue reading
Ford Hybrid Patrol, Kirkland PD to 'Cite' Fuel-Efficient Drivers With Free Gas Cards
WHAT: The Kirkland Police Department is teaming up with the "Ford Hybrid Patrol" rewarding fuel-efficient, safety-conscious drivers at random in a customized Mercury Mariner Hybrid patrol SUV. Drivers will be rewarded free BP-ARCO gas cards. It's part of Ford Motor Company's effort to promote fuel efficiency, safe- dri ... Continue reading
Ford to Participate in Banc of America Auto Conference
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 30 -- George Pipas, Ford Motor Company sales analysis manager, will speak at the 2005 Banc of America Auto Conference on Wednesday, Dec. 7, in New York City. His presentation is scheduled to begin at 12:45 p.m. EST and will last for approximately 45 minutes. A live listen-only audio webcast of thi ... Continue reading
Gentex Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
ZEELAND, Mich., Nov. 30 -- Gentex Corporation , the Zeeland, Michigan-based manufacturer of automatic-dimming automotive rearview mirrors and commercial fire protection products, today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 (9 cents) per share that will be payable January 20, 2006, to shareholders of recor ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Nov. 30 -- On Monday, Dec. 5, 2005, the Detroit Economic Club (DEC) will host its 40th Annual Economic Outlook Meeting to provide a platform for industry experts to forecast economic trends likely in the coming new year. The discussion will take place at noon at Cobo Center in downtown Detroit, One Washington ... Continue reading
*News Briefs *If you need more information on any of these subjects, call the listed Press Officer. For Release: (Washington, D.C. -- Wednesday, November 30, 2005) * (1) Asbestos Project Plan Available (2) Surveyor Pleads Guilty in **North Carolina** Wetlands Case* *(1) Asbestos Project Plan Available *Contact: Dale Ke ... Continue reading
GIVATAYIM, Israel, November 30 -- Nexus is expected to record in its Q4 2005 financials: - Capital gain - above $300 thousand - Reduction of loans - approximately $6.2 million Nexus Telocation Systems Ltd. (Nasdaq Capital Market: NXUS), a leading provider of stolen vehicle retrieval services in Israel, Argentina and Me ... Continue reading
PROsmart Predictive Monitoring System Introduction
ITT INTRODUCES PROSMART™, INDUSTRY’S FIRST COST EFFECTIVE WIRELESS MACHINE HEALTH MONITORING SYSTEM Real-time Condition Monitoring for less than $2 per day December 1, 2005, Rochester, N.Y.: Today ITT launched the groundbreaking PROsmart wireless machine health monitoring system designed to provide cost ef ... Continue reading
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Nov. 30, 2005--Reg Technologies Inc. (TSX Venture Exchange:RRE)(OTCBB:REGRF) and its subsidiary REGI U.S., Inc. (OTCBB:RGUS)(BCN:RGJ) wish to announce that the modifications for the 42 H.P. diesel engine has been completed by Ebco Industries Ltd. (www.ebco.com). This version includes six ad ... Continue reading
SPX Service Solutions Acquires CarTool
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 30 -- SPX Corporation today announced that its Service Solutions business has acquired privately held CarTool GmbH of Ingolstadt, Germany. CarTool is a manufacturer of special tools used to service and repair vehicles. With annual revenues exceeding $70 million, CarTool supplies the original equip ... Continue reading
Tired and Inattentive Drivers are Accidents Waiting to Happen
Enter New Safety System From Volvo: Driver Alert GOTEBORG, Sweden, Nov. 30 -- Volvo Car Corporation is taking a decisive new step toward "Active Safety" (helping drivers avoid vehicle collisions) with its new Volvo Driver Alert system. The technology is designed to monitor a vehicle's progress on the road and alert the ... Continue reading
Tower Achieves ISO Certification - Extends Quality Assurance to Automotive Industry
Contacts: Tower Semiconductor USA Michael Axelrod, 408-330-6871 pr@towersemi.com Pacifico Inc. Mary Curtis, 408-293-8600 mcurtis@pacifico.com Tower Semiconductor Achieves ISO/TS 16949 Certification for Quality Management System Foundry Extends Its Quality Assurance to the Automotive Industry Migdal Haemek, Israel No ... Continue reading
XPEL Produces Second Consecutive Quarter of Record-Breaking Revenues
- 55% Year-to-Date Growth in Design Access Program Revenues - - Total Operating Revenues Improve for Third Consecutive Quarter - - Overall Gross Margins Approach 61% - SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 30 -- XPEL Technologies Corp. (CNQ: XPEL.U) announced financial results today for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2005. ... Continue reading
Mercedes Car Group's Job Cuts On Track
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 30, 2005 at 12:15 AM CST Reuters is reporting today that DaimlerChrysler's planned 8,500 job cuts at the Mercedes Car Group are well on track. According to Guenther Fleig, Mercedes' personnel chief, "There is no indication that the program will not be successful," and noted t ... Continue reading
Proceeds from Special Sale of 2007 Ford Shelby to Benefit the Carroll Shelby Children's Foundation
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Nov. 30, 2005--Ford Motor Co. will auction the right to purchase the first 2007 Ford Shelby GT500 coupe available to the public during the 2006 Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event in Scottsdale, Ariz. Carroll Shelby is scheduled to greet the winning bidder of the auction, which will be sold on Saturd ... Continue reading
Rich Folks Can Celebrate The Holiday Season With A New S-Class
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 30, 2005 at 11:45 AM CST Are you looking for the perfect gift for the husband who has everything? Or maybe, you're tired of giving your wife another 5-carat diamond ring every Christmas. With the holiday season fast approaching, what really is the best way to show your signif ... Continue reading
Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit against Shelby and Unique Performance
DALLAS--Nov. 30, 2005--United States District Court Judge S. James Otero granted a Summary Judgment on November 15, 2005, bringing an end to the lawsuit filed by Denise Halicki and some of her business entities against Unique Motorcars, the parent company of Unique Performance, Carroll Shelby Licensing, Inc., a wholly ... Continue reading
Suzuki Announces New SX4 Designed for U.S. Market
BREA, Calif., Nov. 30 -- American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) today announced a specially designed U.S. version of the all-new Suzuki SX4 vehicle is slated to hit dealer showrooms in the United States next year. Production of the European version of the sport X-over SX4 in Eastern Europe also was announced today. T ... Continue reading
Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing New General Manager
DETROIT, Nov. 30 -- Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing Corporation today announced the appointment of Jesus Gomez as general manager of Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing - Mexicana in Toluca, Mexico. In this position, Gomez is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the remanufacturing facility. "Jesus brings a lot of he ... Continue reading
ISC Announces Financing Proposal for Motorsports Facility Near Seattle, Washington
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Nov. 30 -- International Speedway Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: ISCB) ("ISC") announced today that its subsidiary, Great Western Sports Inc. ("GWS"), has released its financing proposal for a $345 million motorsports facility in Kitsap County, Washington, approximately 20 miles outside downtown Seat ... Continue reading
Drivers Sleep Alarm from Volvo
< a href="http://previews.thenewsmarket.com/Previews/VOLV/VideoAssets/ ASF/VOLV_3547_29601.WMV"> VIDEO CLICK HERE</a><p>The system, called ‘Driver Alert’, gives an audio warning if the car appears to be losing control. ... Continue reading
2006 Mitsubishi Galant GTS Review
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Mitsubishi Galant GTS ENGINE: 3.8-liter V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 230 hp @ 5250 rpm/250 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 4-speed automatic with manual shift WHEELBASE: 108.3 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 190.6 x 72.4 x 57.9 in. TIRES: 215/55VR17 CARGO VOLUME: 13.3 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Auto Club, CHP Warn: Car Theft Season is upon California
SAN DIEGO--Nov. 30, 2005--California has entered "car theft season," when more vehicles are stolen than at any other time of the year, according to an analysis by the Automobile Club of Southern California. The month of December sees the highest number of vehicle thefts, according to California Highway Patrol statistic ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Product Design Director Ralph Gilles Named to Black Enterprise Hot List
- Ralph V. Gilles of DaimlerChrysler named one of America's most powerful players under 40 by Black Enterprise - The "Hot List" profiles bold, young innovators who are transforming the world of business, entertainment, media, sports, science and politics - Article to be featured in December issue of Black Enterprise AU ... Continue reading
Toyota Exceeds $1 Billion Minority Business Spending Target One Year Early
Mae C. Jemison featured at Toyota's 16th annual Opportunity Exchange ERLANGER, Ky., Nov. 30 -- Toyota Motor Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TMMNA) today announced at Opportunity Exchange, the company's annual minority business conference and trade fair, that it exceeded its target of spending $1 billion with minorit ... Continue reading
Boomers, Gen Y, and Women Rev Up Motorcycle Market, Fueling Growth to $21 Billion by 2010
NEW YORK, Nov. 30 -- DINK Boomers tripping around on luxury cruisers; joy-riding Gen Yers speed-freaking on sports bikes; and wanderlustful women trekking on glamorous, yet fuel-efficient, scooters -- these are but a few of the factors fueling an anticipated 18-year continuous growth spurt for the domestic motorcycle m ... Continue reading
Mercedes To Drop SBC Brake System
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 30, 2005 at 10:30 AM CST It's being reported today that Mercedes is dropping their Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) from some of their models, starting with the E- Class. The SBC system has been a chronic thorn in Mercedes' side. Manufactured by the Robert Bosch Group, the SBC ... Continue reading
News: Kia Motors receives $10 billion Export Tower Award
News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michael Choo ( <mailto:cdore@kia.co.kr> mjc@kia.co.kr), International Communications Manager, Kia Motors Corporation, Tel: +82-2- 3464-6574, Fax: +82-2-3464-6845 Kia Motors receives $10 billion Export Tower Award - Kia is only the third manufacturing company to receive $10 billion an ... Continue reading
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Nov. 30, 2005--REGI U.S., Inc. (OTCBB:RGUS)(BCN:RGJ)/Reg Technologies Inc. (TSX VENTURE:RRE)(OTCBB:REGRF) wish to announce that the modifications for the 42 H.P. diesel engine has been completed by Ebco Industries Ltd. (www.ebco.com). This version includes six additional cam designs with a ... Continue reading
Report Says New Incentive Programs from Domestic Automakers Have Nominal Impact on Retail Sales
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Despite new incentive programs from General Motors, Ford Motor Company and DaimlerChrysler, retail market share for the domestics has increased only marginally since the programs began, according to the Power Information Network (PIN), the industry's premier source for real-time aut ... Continue reading
Car Battery Maintenance: To Water or Not to Water?
CHICAGO, Ill., Nov. 30 -- In millions of vehicles, lead-acid batteries start people on billions of journeys every day. Yet as car engines become more complex and the technology of automotive batteries advances, motorists seem to be confused about the proper maintenance of the batteries under their hoods. The article, " ... Continue reading
AutoPacific Research - Generation Y Car Buyers Want Value and Image
TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Are Generation Y new vehicle buyers really different from the older generations? AutoPacific's annual Generation Y Consultancy shows that Generation Y -- the youngest vehicle buyers in the market -- are very different when vehicle selection reasons are considered. The following chart shows ho ... Continue reading
Car Buyers Find Cold December Hot Month for Deals
Winter's First Month is a Great Time to Buy a Vehicle, Says Kbb.com IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 30 -- For most Americans December is "the shopping month," but one thing that many consumers don't shop for during the gift-giving season is a new vehicle. While that fact does not make car retailers very happy, it can represent a ... Continue reading
Suzuki to Boost Automobile Production in China to 160,000 Units
Tokyo (JCN) Nov 29, 2005- Suzuki Motor announced on November 25 that it will boost automobile production in China by affiliating local automotive assembly company Jiujiang Changhe Automobile to its Chinese joint venture Jiangxi Changhe Suzuki Automobile (JCSA) located in Jiangxi Province. JCSA, owned 45.4% by Suzuki, p ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, Nov. 29 -- As illustrated in today's Wall Street Journal, the world's largest energy companies, lured by high natural gas prices, are increasingly turning to unconventional gas. Strategic Research Institute's 4th Annual Gas Shales: Production & Potential conference, to begin this Thursday, December 1st, in De ... Continue reading
Earth Biofuels Closes on Acquisition of Biodiesel Fuel Distributor
DALLAS--Nov. 29, 2005--Earth Biofuels, Inc. (OTCBB:EBOF) today announced its acquisition of The Wing Sail Company, Inc., dba Distribution Drive, through a share exchange agreement. As a result, Distribution Drive is a wholly owned subsidiary of Earth Biofuels. Distribution Drive has distributed biodiesel fuel since Oct ... Continue reading
An Analysis of the Latest Activities in the Automotive World Including the Fastest Growing Markets
DUBLIN, Ireland--Nov. 29, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28590 ) has announced the addition of Automotive Emerging Markets - December Issue to their offering. Automotive Emerging is a dedicated round-up of all the latest global happenings and analysis specific to the activities o ... Continue reading
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealership Coming Soon To Iran
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 29, 2005 at 11:50 AM CST MehrNews.com is reporting today that an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership is expected to begin work in Iran within coming days. The dealership will come as a result of a joint venture between Mercedes and Iran Khodro Diesel. If all is successful, th ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Debuts Smart ForTwo Grandstyle
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 29, 2005 at 10:35 AM CST If you've been dying for a new smart fortwo, but you can't decide which color to opt for, your decision is going to get a little tougher. DaimlerChrysler announced yesterday a new "special" smart fourtwo, dubbed the smart fortwo grandstyle, that featu ... Continue reading
Fleetwood RV Adds 2006 Nitrous Hyperlite to Its GearBox Lineup
All-New Toy Hauler Offers Outdoor Enthusiasts Lightweight Action RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 29 -- Fleetwood RV, a leading manufacturer of recreational vehicles, today announced the launch of the 2006 Nitrous Hyperlite by GearBox, which will be featured at this year's 43rd Annual National RVIA tradeshow in Louisville, KY, ... Continue reading
More Motorhomes Riding on Spartan Motors Platforms
Spartan's Custom Chassis Featured on 36 Models of RVs, Up 63% in Two Years CHARLOTTE, Mich., Nov. 29 -- Heading into this year's 43rd Annual RVIA Trade Show in Louisville, Ky., Spartan Motors, Inc. today reported a record number of motorhome models featuring its custom chassis. The Charlotte, Mich.-based manufacturer o ... Continue reading
Earphones With Patented Acoustic Isolation System Provides Increased Comfort and Protection
PINEVILLE, N.C.--Nov. 29, 2005--The buzz of cars speeding around the track is one of the most exciting sounds in car racing. It's also the most uncomfortable - and potentially damaging. To protect the comfort and hearing of race fans, Outside the Box, Inc. introduces the new RaceQuiet(TM) Earphones. "Our new RaceQuiet ... Continue reading
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--Nov. 29, 2005--GreenFuel Technologies Corporation, a privately held company providing emissions-to-biofuels(TM) conversion services to power plants and industrial facilities, today announced that it has appointed John (Jack) Lewnard, PhD, to the position of Vice President of Process Development. Dr. L ... Continue reading
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