GM North America Manufacturing Executive Changes
DETROIT – Veteran GM executive Guy Briggs, GM group vice president of North America Manufacturing and Labor Relations, will retire April 1, 2006, GM Chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner announced today. Tim Lee, GM Europe vice president of manufacturing, will become GM North America vice president of manufacturing effec ... Continue reading
GM Announces Beancounter Management Moves
Fritz Henderson Named GM Vice Chairman, Chief Financial Officer; John Devine to Remain up to One Year as Vice Chairman DETROIT – Frederick “Fritz” Henderson, chairman of GM Europe and a GM group vice president, has been elected GM vice chairman and chief financial officer by the GM Board of Directors, ... Continue reading
Gary Sheehan PR: ART/ESX/C&D/TC Design/JustRacing.com: NASA 25HRS AT THUNDERHILL
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday December 5, 2005 CONTACT: Gary Sheehan (415) 652-7903/gary@teamSMR.com Thom Wilder (949) 275 5585/thom@teamSMR.com ART/ESX/C&D/TC Design/JustRacing.com: NASA 25HRS AT THUNDERHILL FIRST 25HR ENDURANCE PODIUM FOR SHEEHAN, SUBARU STI Martinez, CA - Grand-Am Cup and USTCC driver Gary Sheehan of ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz Completes Sale of Its Cadillac, MI Foundry
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Dec. 6 -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. today announced the sale of Hayes Lemmerz International - Cadillac, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary that operates its Cadillac, Michigan facility, to a group of private investors. The company will be renamed Cadillac Casting, Inc. Under the agreement announ ... Continue reading
CRAWFORDSVILLE, Ind.--Dec. 6, 2005--Raytech Corporation announced today it will be filing its quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the third quarter ended October 2, 2005. The Company will also be filing an Amended Form 10-Q for the second quarter ended July 3, 2005 before December 15, 2005. As previously announced, the s ... Continue reading
AAA Texas Offers Tips for Driving on Snow and Ice
IRVING, Texas--Dec. 6, 2005--With sleet and snow remaining a strong possibility in North Texas tomorrow morning, AAA Texas is offering these tips for driving during icy road conditions: -- Avoid driving during the storm if possible. If you must drive, be sure you are alert and able to focus closely on the road. -- Use ... Continue reading
Cascade Corporation Announces Reminder Regarding Third Quarter Fiscal 2006 Earnings Call
PORTLAND, Ore.--Dec. 6, 2005--Cascade Corporation, , a leading international manufacturer of lift truck attachments, forks and accessories, will host a conference call to report third quarter fiscal 2006 results on Thursday, December 8, 2005, at 2:00 p.m. PST. Conference Call Information Robert C. Warren, Jr., Presiden ... Continue reading
FAIRFIELD, Calif.--Dec. 6, 2005--Copart, Inc. today announced the opening of a 21.6 acre salvage facility in Lansing Michigan. This is the second facility in the state of Michigan and brings the total number of locations in the United States and Canada to 125. Copart, founded in 1982, provides vehicle suppliers, primar ... Continue reading
FleetPride Opens New Location in West Atlanta Market
THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Dec. 6 -- FleetPride, Inc., the nation's largest independent aftermarket distributor of heavy-duty truck parts, today announced the opening of a new branch location in Atlanta, Georgia. "The opening of this branch signifies our fourth FleetPride location in the Atlanta area," said Pete Painter, Vi ... Continue reading
BALA CYNWYD, Pa.--Dec. 6, 2005--Fleetway Leasing & Sales showcased several of their rare, exotic automobiles recently at One Bala Plaza in Bala Cynwyd, O'Neill Properties' sales center for Corinthian Condominiums. The partnership allowed potential real estate purchasers to take a drive around their future neighborhood ... Continue reading
LANSING, Mich., Dec. 6 -- Winter in Michigan is exhilarating -- especially while swooshing downhill on one of the giant snow slides in the michigan.org Winter Experience and Ford Motor Company Family Fun Zone at Motown Winter Blast. This outdoor winter festival will offer the public a chance to experience a magical Mic ... Continue reading
Lubricants University Introduces Heavy Duty Engine Lubrication Training Course
Latest Online Course Offers Mechanics the Opportunity to Stay Abreast of Current Technologies and Issues SAN RAMON, Calif., Dec. 6 -- Chevron Products Company, a leading provider of engine oils, lubricants, coolants and related services, today announced that its Lubricants University Web site has introduced a new train ... Continue reading
Michael Wessel Elected to Goodyear Board
AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 6 -- Michael R. Wessel, an attorney with almost 30 years experience as a policy and international trade advisor in Washington, D.C., has been elected to the Board of Directors of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company . (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) "Mike Wessel has spent ma ... Continue reading
PACCAR Announces Extra Cash Dividend and Regular Quarterly Dividend
BELLEVUE, Wash.--Dec. 6, 2005--PACCAR Inc's Board of Directors today declared an extra cash dividend in the amount of two dollars ($2.00) per share, payable on January 5, 2006, to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 19, 2005. The Board of Directors also declared a regular quarterly cash dividend ... Continue reading
JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, Dec. 6 -- Thor Industries, Inc. , the largest manufacturer of recreation vehicles and mid-size buses, announced today that it received a record $301 million in orders at the Louisville Recreation Vehicle Show last week, an increase of 22% over last year's record $247 million. We expect to receive ... Continue reading
Local Car Rental Executive Switches Gears to Car Sharing
Rob Guthrie Named Regional Vice President for Zipcar; Will Oversee Bay Area Operations for Nation's Largest Car Sharing Service CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 6 -- One of San Francisco's leading car rental industry executives has seen the green light of car sharing. Zipcar, the nation's largest provider of on-demand cars for u ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 6, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28960) has announced the addition of "LEd2Light 06": HB-Leds For General Illumination and Automotive Lighting to their offering. We have edited a new report describing the market and technology trends for HB LEDs in general ... Continue reading
Preview of the 2006 North American International Auto Show
DETROIT, Dec. 6 -- The countdown to January has begun, but why wait another month when you can get a preview of the coming year's most important car show. This week at TheCarConnection.com, http://www.thecarconnection.com/ , you'll find an exclusive, advance look at Detroit's 2006 North American International Auto Show ... Continue reading
PHH Arval Unveils Industry's First Telematics-Powered Fleet Service
PHH Onboard(SM) Gives Fleets the Opportunity to Achieve 10% Lower Fuel Costs, 100% Elimination of Unauthorized Vehicle Usage SPARKS, Md., Dec. 6 -- PHH Arval, a subsidiary of PHH Corporation , today announced the general availability of PHH Onboard(SM), the first service for vehicle fleets that integrates telematics da ... Continue reading
Ultra-Rare Serial Number '001' Cars to Be Sold at 35th Anniversary Barrett-Jackson Event
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Dec. 6, 2005--The Barrett-Jackson Auction Co. will feature an amazing array of "No. 1" cars as part of the most comprehensive lineup of vehicles ever assembled in their history during its Collector Car Event in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Jan. 14-22, 2006. ... Continue reading
Jim Liberatore Joins RacingJunk.com as Chairman of the Board
Former SPEED President Adds His Vision to Popular Performance Website NORTH ADAMS, Mass., Dec. 6 -- Massachusetts-based RacingJunk.com, the No. 1 website destination for performance and racing enthusiasts, has named former SPEED channel president Jim Liberatore as its new chairman of the board. Liberatore, who spent fo ... Continue reading
Unprecedented Radio-Industry Alliance Will Advance Rollout of HD Digital Radio
Charter Members Include Bonneville, Citadel, Clear Channel, Cumulus, Emmis, Entercom, Greater Media and Infinity; Peter Ferrara named CEO Companies Will Create a Unified Direction for Rollout of HD Digital Radio Broadcasts, Secure Automotive Design Wins and Lower Receiver Price Points An Unprecedented Alliance to Drive ... Continue reading
DETROIT --- General Motors Acceptance Corp. (GMAC), the wholly owned financial services subsidiary of General Motors Corp. , and Scotia Capital, the corporate and investment banking arm of The Bank of Nova Scotia , today announced a long-term strategic financing agreement regarding GMAC's U.S. automotive retail assets. ... Continue reading
Isuzu Recalls More Than 193,000 Trucks Due to Faulty Ball Joint Sockets
TOKYO December 6, 2005; The AP reported that Japanese truck maker Isuzu Motors Ltd. said Tuesday it will recall more than 193,000 trucks because of faulty ball joint sockets. The recall involves Elf model trucks produced between 1993-2004, Isuzu said in a statement. A fault in the ball joint sockets may lead to excess ... Continue reading
2006 North American International Auto Show to Host Second Annual Automotive Education Day
Event will bring students and top industry specialists together DETROIT, Dec. 6 -- The 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) will host the second annual Automotive Education Day presented by State Farm Insurance at Cobo Center on Wed., Jan. 18 from 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-b ... Continue reading
Toyota Looks Hard at Michigan for New Plant
Washington DC December 5, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that Toyota’s manufacturing executives are looking with much interest at several different sites in Michigan for the automaker’s new engine plant.. The executives already scouted three sites in the state and will visit two more, reports The Detro ... Continue reading
America's Car-Mart Reports Second Quarter Earnings
Company Revises EPS Guidance for Full Fiscal Year; Increases Stock Repurchase Plan BENTONVILLE, Ark., Dec. 6 -- America's Car-Mart, Inc. today announced its operating results for the second fiscal quarter and six months ended October 31, 2005. For the three months ended October 31, 2005, revenues increased 9.5% to $55. ... Continue reading
LKQ Corporation Acquires Chicago Recycled Auto Parts Facilities
CHICAGO, Dec. 6 -- LKQ Corporation today announced that it has acquired A-Reliable Auto Parts and its affiliated companies. A-Reliable is a leading provider of recycled automotive products servicing the greater Chicago area. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/2005101 ... Continue reading
Teamcenter Product Lifecycle Management Software Provides Collaboration Infrastructure for Global Academic Partners and Corporate Sponsors Involved in Ground-Breaking Initiative PLANO, Texas, Dec. 6 -- UGS Corp., a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services, today announced its ... Continue reading
USAC Release - JONES NAMED NON-WINGED SPRINT DRIVER OF THE YEAR; OTHER USAC PERSONNEL RECOGNIZED
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 6, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN JONES NAMED NON-WINGED SPRINT DRIVER OF THE YEAR; OTHER USAC PERSONNEL RECOGNIZED INDIANAPOLIS – USAC National Sprint Car Series champion Levi Jones of Olney, Ill. was voted the 2005 Non-Winged Sprint Car “Driver of the Year” l ... Continue reading
USAC Release - ZEPHYRHILLS' REUTIMANN MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCES SILVER CROWN COMMITMENT FOR 2006
Please note: Attached photo is of driver Wayne Reutimann Jr. and car owner Chuck Christensen. (Photo by Dr. Harlen Hunter) ********** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DECEMBER 6, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN ZEPHYRHILLS' REUTIMANN MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCES SILVER CROWN COMMITMENT FOR 2006 INDIANAPOLIS – Reutimann Mo ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 6, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c29018) has announced the addition of Smart Key System Development & Availability in Europe to their offering. The new car market is witnessing a rapid proliferation of smart key systems, with around 20 new models launched wi ... Continue reading
Biometric Identity Solutions for Drivers License
BILLERICA, Mass. & BOCHUM, Germany--Dec. 6, 2005-- United Kingdom Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency Awards Face Recognition Technology Test Contract to Viisage Viisage , a leading provider of advanced technology identity solutions, today announced that following a competitive bidding process, Driver and Vehicle Licen ... Continue reading
UPDATE: Homeless Man Saves Driver Of Mercedes - And Gets Nothing
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on December 5, 2005 at 9:35 AM CST As I'm sure you all know by now, last week we brought you a story about Derrick Lee Pack, the homeless man who saved the life of a crash victim (If you didn't read the initial story, you can find it at the following link: http://emercedesbenz.com/ Dec05 ... Continue reading
Saturn Gets Help Tor its Digital Media Marketing
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--Dec. 6, 2005--Sapient , a business innovator, today announced that it has helped Goodby, Silverstein & Partners (Saturn's agency of record) deliver a rich consumer experience for new vehicle shoppers visiting the Saturn website (www.saturn.com). The project is part of the agency's larger initiative to ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz CLS 55 AMG Vs. BMW M6
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on December 5, 2005 at 4:25 PM CST If you've been itching to get your hands on a wickedly-fast coupe, but couldn't decide between a CLS 55 AMG or a BMW M6, you're in luck. Automobile magazine was lucky enough to get their hands on both of these lovely creatures, and see exactly how they ... Continue reading
Read, Work and Play Without Disturbing the Driver
with the Autolite(TM) SpotGlo(R) Seatbelt Light - Great for Family Road Trips NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 6 -- Americans spend countless hours behind the wheel of their cars and families are always shuttling their children to practice, rehearsal, or an event which requires both short and long road trips. This is why the Aut ... Continue reading
ABRA Auto Body & Glass Adds Two North Carolina Franchises
MINNEAPOLIS--Dec. 6, 2005--ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a Minneapolis-based damaged vehicle repair company, announced the opening of two repair centers in the Wilmington, NC area. Located in Shallotte and Castle Hayne, the franchises were awarded to Anthony Reese. Mark Wahlin, Director of Franchising, commented on ABRA's de ... Continue reading
Allegheny Technologies CEO Pat Hassey to Speak at Investor Conference
PITTSBURGH--Dec. 6, 2005--Allegheny Technologies Incorporated announced that L. Patrick Hassey, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, will speak at the Bear Stearns First Annual Commodities and Capital Goods Conference in New York, NY on December 7, 2005. Mr. Hassey's remarks and presentation slides will be ... Continue reading
NORWOOD, Mass.--Dec. 6, 2005--Apogee Technology, Inc. (AMEX:ATA), an emerging Micro-Electromechanical Systems ("MEMS") device supplier, announced today that it will be exhibiting its family of "all silicon" Sensilica(TM) pressure sensors at the SensorsGov Expo and Conference, in booth number 109 from December 6-9, 2005 ... Continue reading
SALT LAKE CITY--Dec. 6, 2005--ARKONA Inc. (OTC: ARKN), the leader in on-demand dealer management solutions for the powersports and automobile industry, announced today an agreement with BMW Motorrad USA, a division of BMW of North America, LLC, to provide a communications interface between BMW Motorrad dealers and BMW' ... Continue reading
P R E S S R E L E A S E For Immediate Release Press Contact: Belinda Jones, HiTech Marketing llc, 860-399-1147, belinda.jones@hitechmarketing.com Link to press release: http://geodetic.com/pr/index.asp?aID=232 ATT Metrology Services, Inc. Adds V-STARS Photogrammetry from Geodetic Systems to their Portable CMM Arsenal M ... Continue reading
BEVERLY, Mass.--Dec. 6, 2005--Conquest Business Media, publisher of the award-winning magazine The Manufacturer, has named John Blatnik as executive vice president. In this role he will lead the company's North American operations. "We're very pleased to have someone of John's deep experience to join the management tea ... Continue reading
Cycle Country Subsidiary Launches Ad Campaign; Weekend Warrior Commercials to Air in Major Markets
MILFORD, Iowa--Dec. 6, 2005--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC), the recognized leader in developing and manufacturing a variety of products for the all terrain vehicle (ATV), garden tractors, and golf carts, today announced its wholly owned subsidiary, Weekend Warrior, is launching a major advertising campaign ... Continue reading
ISTANBUL, Turkey--Dec. 6, 2005--Ford Otosan, one of the largest automobile manufacturers in Turkey, has converged its voice and data communications across three manufacturing locations with IP-based technologies from Nortel . The new network gives Ford Otosan a highly secure, high-speed infrastructure supporting all of ... Continue reading
Harvey Westbury Announces Expansion of National Advertising Campaign
PATERSON, N.J.--Dec. 6, 2005--Harvey Westbury Corporation (Pink Sheets:HVYW) announced today that production for the initial TV commercial for Garry's Royal Satin Marine(R) wax has been completed and the commercial has been scheduled to air on Ship Shape TV, the #1 television show about boating and do it yourself boat ... Continue reading
INTERMET Corporate Office Moves to New Location
Company also centralizes Data Center Phone/fax numbers, e-mail addresses remain the same TROY, Mich., Dec. 6 -- INTERMET Corporation, a diversified manufacturer of cast-metal components, today announced that it has moved its corporate offices to a new Troy location. The company also announced that its enhanced Data Cen ... Continue reading
Miramar PD & Ford Hybrid Patrol Will Pull Over Fuel-Wise Drivers and 'Cite' Them with Free Gas
WHAT: The Miramar Police Department is teaming up with the "Ford Hybrid Patrol" to pull over fuel-efficient drivers at random in a customized Mercury Mariner Hybrid patrol SUV (complete with flashers and bullhorn). Drivers will be rewarded free gas cards. It's part of Ford Motor Company's South Florida effort to promot ... Continue reading
N E W S R E L E A S E For Immediate Release Press Contact: David Friedman, (909) 591-3638, email: shadowautomation@aol.com Metrolosys v9.5 On-Machine CNC Inspection Software Now AIMS-Enabled Breakthrough Inspection Software Converts Machine Tools into Coordinate Measuring Machines Chino Hills, California - December 6, ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Names Don Dees Vice President, Service
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 6 -- Hyundai Motor America (HMA) President and CEO, Robert F. Cosmai, today announced that Don Dees has been named Vice President of Service for the company. Dees will be responsible for all service operations, technical training, technical support, warranty, service contracts, customer su ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Crafter: third generation light commercial vehicle
With the launch of the new light commercial vehicle, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles adds to its very modern product range. The model campaign which started three years ago with the new Transporter, and which was continued with the new Caddy, is being rounded off with the new LT. In April 2006 the new Crafter will start ... Continue reading
National Maximum Speed Limit Repeal: Ten Years Later
Increasing Speeds Have Limited Highway Safety Progress WASHINGTON, Dec. 6 -- On December 8, 1995, the repeal of the National Maximum Speed Limit (NMSL) went into effect. The repeal ended the federal requirement that states keep speed limits at a maximum of 65 miles per hour (mph) in rural areas and 55 mph in urban area ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler To Cut Back Mercedes C-Class Production
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on December 5, 2005 at 8:10 AM CST Forbes is reporting today that DaimlerChrysler is cutting back production of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class at its main production plant in Sindelfingen. Although no reasons were specificied specified for DaimlerChrysler's decision, a 13% decline in sales th ... Continue reading
Mercedes Car Group Posts Best Ever Sales In November
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on December 6, 2005 at 8:20 AM CST The title says it all. Despite somewhat sluggish sales for the Mercedes Car Group in the United States last month, sales of the Mercedes Car Group worldwide didn't fare quite so poorly. For the month of November, sales of the Mercedes Car Group worldwid ... Continue reading
The Chrysler Jeep Superstores Advertising Association of Southeastern Michigan has a 24-7 news media relations department provided through Bassett & Bassett, Incorporated. Reporters and editors seeking contact with and information about individual retail Chrysler Jeep stores [dealers] in the metro region may do so by c ... Continue reading
Report From Quality Planning Corp. Highlights the Risks of Living Near Restaurants, Medical Buildings and Grocery Stores SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 6 -- If you live within a mile of a church, you're far less likely to have a car accident than drivers who live more than a mile from a church. But if you live within one mile of ... Continue reading
'A Car Is Born' Charity Premiere Raises $30,000 for Focus: HOPE
'A Car Is Born' - First Ever Television Documentary on History of Automotive Product Development Process - to Air on WTVS, Detroit on Dec. 20 DETROIT, Dec. 6 -- UGS Corp., a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services, today announced the charity premiere of "A Car is Born" on Mo ... Continue reading
Autobytel's CarTV Served 45,000 Hours of Online Automotive Content in October
IRVINE, Calif.--Dec. 6, 2005-- User-Initiated Video Views up 2,278% Since January More and more online car shoppers are tuning in to CarTV to shape their buying decisions. The Internet broadcast division of Autobytel Inc. reports that it served over 293,047 hours of online video programming from January to October 2005 ... Continue reading
Collins & Aikman Awarded Future Chrysler Group Interior Systems Business
TROY, Mich., Dec. 6 -- Collins & Aikman Corporation (CKCRQ) announced today that DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group has selected them as the supplier for a significant portion of the interior systems on a future platform of vehicles scheduled for 2008. "We are extremely pleased to be selected by DaimlerChrysler and ap ... Continue reading
Group 1 Automotive Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer
HOUSTON--Dec. 6, 2005--Group 1 Automotive, Inc. , a Fortune 500 specialty retailer, today announced that Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, Robert T. Ray, will be leaving the company effective Dec. 15, 2005, in order to pursue other interests. Ray joined Group 1 in May 2004. The company plans ... Continue reading
"Top Pick" Honor for Saab 9-3 Sport Sedan in New US Safety Report
The Saab 9-3 Sport Sedan is a Gold Award winner in the first-ever Top Safety Pick award by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. This finding confirms the high level of occupant protection provided by the Saab 9-3 Sport Sedan, which also received an industry-best five-star rating in EuroNCAP's front- and side-imp ... Continue reading
Avoid Joining the Thousands of Americans Victimized by Auto Theft and Break- Ins Around the Holidays
State Farm(R) Offers Advice on Ways to Protect Yourself Now and Year-Round BLOOMINGTON, Ill., Dec. 6 -- It's important to take extra precautions to protect your car around the holidays, since vehicles filled with expensive holiday purchases can make the payoff extra sweet for a car thief. According to claim statistics ... Continue reading
Toyota, Fuji Heavy Agree to Make Toyota Vehicles at Indiana Subaru Plant
TOKYO December 6, 2005; Yuri Kageyama writing for the AP reported that Toyota Motor Corp. and its new partner Fuji Heavy, the maker of Subaru brand cars, have agreed to make Toyota vehicles at Fuji's U.S. plant in Indiana, both sides said Tuesday. The two Japanese automakers said the decision was finalized when the com ... Continue reading
Range Rover Sport Named Suv Of The Year At 2005 Top Gear Awards
For more information go to landrover.com. December 5 2005- Land Rover's Range Rover Sport has been crowned 'SUV of the Year' by BBC Top Gear at the magazine's annual awards celebration hosted by Jeremy Clarkson. On sale since May this year, the Range Rover Sport is enjoying a very successful start, with over 20,000 sal ... Continue reading
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