--A new entry for the hottest segment in the car business, the most powerful factory built Mustang in history and a concept that proves "small is big" are among the new Ford vehicles revealed at the Detroit auto show. A video available report from Ford Motor Co. You can reach the story directly by going to http://media ... Continue reading
Tech Specs Of The Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on January 9, 2006 at 12:45 PM CST If you still haven't had your fill of Mercedes GL information for the day, DaimlerChrysler has put out a press release detailing the official technical specifications of their newest SUV. ... Continue reading
Zetsche Unveils The E 320 BLUETEC And GL 320 BLUETEC
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on January 9, 2006 at 11:15 AM CST As we told you earlier, the Detroit Auto Show marked the introduction of four new Mercedes models. In addition to the GL-Class and the S 65 AMG that we've already brought you, Zetsche unveiled two new additional models yesterday: the Mercedes E 320 BLUE ... Continue reading
Rockford Corporation Provides Premium Audio System for 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder
Vehicle Introduced at NAIAS DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Rockford Corporation and Mitsubishi Motors North America announced today at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) that the all-new 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder will include a factory installed Rockford Fosgate audio system. The Spyder is the second Mitsubish ... Continue reading
Nissan Press Conference at North American International Auto Show, Detroit 2006
Mr. Carlos Ghosn President and CEO Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome once again to Nissan. Five years ago, on this very stage, we introduced the dramatic 350Z, with its strong link to Nissan’s sports car heritage. Last October, in Tokyo, we gave you a look at the near future w ... Continue reading
Kia Bears Its 'Soul' in the Heart of the U.S.
Crossover Utility Concept Makes World Debut at 2006 North American International Auto Show DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) and Kia Motors Corporation (KMC) today unveiled the all-new Soul concept car during a press conference at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The Kia Soul con ... Continue reading
Subaru Hybrid Concept Vehicle Makes North American Debut
-- Company continues 'green' efforts to help safeguard the environment -- DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- The Subaru B5-TPH, a new type of high- performance hybrid-powered vehicle, made its North American Debut today at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. The B5-TPH concept vehicle features the company's emerging Turbo ... Continue reading
New Jaguar XK at the NAIAS 2006
Detroit January 9, 2006; Jaguar announced pricing for the new XK today following the official unveil of the convertible model at the Detroit Motorshow. Customers can now place an order for the new model with prices starting from £58,955 for the coupe and £64,955 for the convertible. The launch of the new XK marks the ... Continue reading
Kia Hires New Director of Public Relations
Alex Fedorak Joins Kia Motors America DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Alex Fedorak, veteran automotive public relations executive, has joined Kia Motors America (KMA) as director, public relations. Kia introduced Fedorak today at the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. He will officially take his post at ... Continue reading
Acura Announces New U.S. Design Studio to Kick Off 20th Anniversary
New Facility Will be Built in Torrance, California DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Acura today announced plans for a new Acura design studio to be located close to Honda R&D Americas, Inc. headquarters in Torrance, California. This strategic move follows the recent announcement that the Acura brand will be launched in Japan, furthe ... Continue reading
P R E S S R E L E A S E For Immediate Release Link to press release: http://www.leica-geosystems.com/metrology/en/ndef/lgs_1075.htm?id=1154 Leica Geosystems Chooses PolyWorks Reverse-Engineering Software for its Leica T-Scan Hand Scanner InnovMetric's Software Complements Leica T-Scan's Capabilities Unterentfelden, Swi ... Continue reading
La Totalmente Nueva Hyundai Santa Fe 2007 Debuta en el North American International Auto Show
La Hyundai Santa Fe de Segunda Generación Desafía a la Toyota RAV4 y Highlander DETROIT, Michigan, enero 8 /PR Newswire/ -- La totalmente nueva Hyundai Santa Fe 2007 hizo su debut en Norteamérica hoy en el North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2006. Con su equipo estándar de seguridad líder en el segmento ... Continue reading
Riley Racing Announces Full SPEED Touring Car Effort For 2006
All, Please use this image instead of the one that accompanied the initial release. The credit and caption information are unchanged. Thank you, Curtis K. Riley Racing Announces Full SPEED Touring Car Effort For 2006 TOPEKA, Kan. (Jan. 9, 2006) - Two months before the 2006 SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge season r ... Continue reading
CarMax, Inc. , the nation's largest retailer of used cars, has been named by
RICHMOND, Va.--Jan. 9, 2006--CarMax, Inc. , the nation's largest retailer of used cars, has been named by FORTUNE magazine as one of its 2006 "100 Best Companies to Work For." CarMax earned its place on this prestigious list for the second consecutive year. The list and related stories appears in the January 23 issue o ... Continue reading
GM expone seis nuevos vehículos en el Detroit Motor Show
DETROIT, January 9 -- - Primera exposición de los dos nuevos modelos híbridos y de los conceptos Chevy y Buick General Motors acelerará el desarrollo de su producto estadounidense mediante seis nuevos modelos para algunas de sus marcas en el Detroit Motor Show (14-22 de enero, 2006). El compromiso de GM de mejorar l ... Continue reading
4th annual AAA Travel High School Challenge
LOS ANGELES--Jan. 9, 2006--Starting today, high school students can enter the 4th annual AAA Travel High School Challenge and compete for a total of $100,000 in college scholarships and prizes, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California. Students start by logging online at www.aaa.com/TravelChallenge. The ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Announces SmartBar(TM) Application for the Jeep Rubicon
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced that the 2007 Jeep(R) Wrangler Rubicon, will feature AAM's patented electronically- controlled SmartBar(TM) stabilizer system. AAM's SmartBar(TM) is a microprocessor controlled disconnecting stabil ... Continue reading
Mercedes wählt eine Klimaanlage von Valeo für seine neue GL Klasse
PARIS, January 9 -- Kurz nach der erfolgreichen Markteinführung der neuen Mercedes Offroad-Klassen M und Cross Over R mit Valeo-Klimaanlage kommt nun erstmals bei dem neuen Spitzenmodell GL, das der amerikanischen Öffentlichkeit bei der Automobilmesse Detroit vorgestellt wurde, das neue 4 Zonen-Klimasystem des Ausrü ... Continue reading
Mercedes S 65 AMG Makes Its World Debut
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on January 9, 2006 at 10:15 AM CST As any true MB enthusiast knows, there's no Mercedes' engine variant more coveted than the one described in the photograph above. The V12 - the superlative, the consummate, the pinnacle of the Mercedes' powerplants... and it's now being featured again a ... Continue reading
Addition Of Trucks: Global Industry Guide
DUBLIN, Ireland--Jan. 9, 2006--Research And Markets (http://www.Researchandmarkets.Com/Reports/C30544) Has Announced The Addition Of Trucks: Global Industry Guide to their Offering. The Trucks: Global Industry Guide Is An Essential Resource For Top-Level Data And Analysis Covering The Trucks Industry. It Includes Detai ... Continue reading
All-New 2007 Jeep(R) Compass Grows Brand in a New Direction
* Breakthrough Jeep(R) vehicle conquers all-new territory * Jeep Compass' modern, urban design appeals to new Jeep buyers * Interior features utility, flexibility and loads of cool innovations * Value abounds with outstanding fuel economy and long list of standard safety features DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- The Jeep(R) brand is ... Continue reading
American Standard's Earnings Conference Call set for Jan. 31
PISCATAWAY, N.J., Jan. 9 -- American Standard Companies Inc. will hold its fourth-quarter/full-year 2005 earnings conference call on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 9:30 a.m. (EST). Fred Poses, chairman and CEO, and Peter D'Aloia, senior vice president and CFO, will review the company's financial performance as well as its progre ... Continue reading
Ashland Launches PLIOGRIP(R) by Valvoline Body Repair System for Collision Repair Industry
DUBLIN, Ohio, Jan. 9 -- For more than 30 years, adhesive and bonding solutions from Ashland Inc. have been the technology of choice for the world's leading automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Now, this technology will be available to the collision repair industry with the launch of the PLIOGRIP(R) by Va ... Continue reading
CarMax Again Named One of the '100 Best Companies to Work For' by FORTUNE Magazine
RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 9 -- CarMax, Inc. , the nation's largest retailer of used cars, has been named by FORTUNE magazine as one of its 2006 "100 Best Companies to Work For." CarMax earned its place on this prestigious list for the second consecutive year. The list and related stories appears in the January 23 issue of FO ... Continue reading
Chili Bowl audio interviews return to The Dirt Track Channel website
+ + Chili Bowl audio interviews return to The Dirt Track Channel website For Immediate Release Contact: Shawn T. Wood shawn@thedirttrackchannel.com January 9, 2006 SELINSGROVE, PA -- For the second straight year, The Dirt Track Channel website is airing audio interviews with participants in the 20th running of the Chil ... Continue reading
Gill Industries Opens Sales/Engineering Office in Europe
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Gill Industries Inc., a leading manufacturer of precision assemblies and stamped metal products for the automotive, office furniture and utility vehicle industries, has opened a sales and engineering office in the Netherlands. The move marks the company's first presence in Europe. "We are ... Continue reading
GM Showcases Six New Vehicles at the Detroit Motor Show
DETROIT, Michigan, January 9 -- - First Look at Two New Hybrid Models and Chevy and Buick Concepts General Motors will quicken its North American product pace by featuring six new models for a number of its brands at the Detroit Motor Show (January 14 - 22, 2006). GM's commitment to improving fuel efficiency and reduci ... Continue reading
Goodyear to Supply YRC Regional Transportation Trucks
AKRON, Ohio, Jan. 9 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced today it has been awarded a supply arrangement by YRC Worldwide Inc. to provide commercial tires to some of its operating companies within YRC Regional Transportation, also based in Akron. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO) Und ... Continue reading
Jeep(R) Elevates Icon: Introduces All-new 2007 Jeep Wrangler
65 Years Later, Jeep Continues to Offer More Legendary Capability * More Off-road Capability - Increased ground clearance, larger wheels and tires, enhanced Dana front and rear solid axles, available next- generation Command-Trac(R) and Rock-Trac(TM) transfer cases, new electric axle lockers, and electronic-disconnecti ... Continue reading
Lotus Cars USA Announces Factory-Installed XM Satellite Radio Availability on 2006 Lotus Elise
LOS ANGELES and WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Lotus Cars USA announced today that its award-winning 2006 Lotus Elise sports car will feature factory-installed XM Satellite Radio in all models equipped with a new Premium Pack option. The XM Radio-equipped 2006 Lotus Elise, the company's best-selling sports car ever, is currentl ... Continue reading
Machinists Union Unveils New Campaign at Halleen Chevrolet
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) is taking to the airwaves to force Halleen Chevrolet, in North Olmstead, OH, to recognize the rights of its workers seeking union representation. A 30-second ad (http://www.goiam.org/video-select.cfm?cID=6046) began running to ... Continue reading
Mercedes Chooses Valeo Air Conditioning for its New GL-Class
PARIS, France, January 9 -- Following the recent successful launch of Mercedes' new M-Class and crossover R-Class 4WD models equipped with Valeo air conditioning systems, the new top-end GL-Class model, presented to the American public for the first time at the Detroit Motor Show, also features a new Valeo 4-zone air c ... Continue reading
Mercedes Debuts The All New GL-Class At The Detroit Auto Show
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on January 8, 2006 at 6:35 PM CST Good morning ladies and gentlemen, I hope you all had a great weekend. Although it's been less than a week since the L.A. Auto Show festivities have kicked off, already another auto-show is in full- swing, this time in Detroit, or Motor City as it is so ... Continue reading
I hopefully will be changing to a new e-mail address in the next 24 to 48 hours. Please note that the new address will be: djordan@usacracing.com This address has existed already but has not been my primary access site. The old address of djordan10@iquest.net will still accept e-mails but this new usacracing.com addres ... Continue reading
News Advisory: Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development
**News Advisory** For Immediate Release: Monday, January 9, 2006* Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development Review of U.S. Environmental Performance *Contact: Suzanne Ackerman, 202-564-4355 / ackerman.suzanne@epa.gov* *(Washington, D.C.-Jan. 9, 2006) The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Developme ... Continue reading
WHO: *BILL WEBER, HOST OF NBC'S NASCAR COVERAGE AND ANCHOR OF THE "INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW" *JAMIE SHIFTAN, PRODUCER *RICHARD GENTHE, 2006 NAIAS SENIOR CO-CHAIRMAN WHAT: ANNOUNCEMENT OF SHOW CONTENT INCLUDING FEATURED VEHICLES *VIDEO PRESENTATION *THE NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL ROLE WHEN: TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 3:35 P. ... Continue reading
Riley Racing Announces Full SPEED Touring Car Effort For 2006
For Immediate Release Riley Racing Announces Full SPEED Touring Car Effort For 2006 TOPEKA, Kan. (Jan. 9, 2006) - Two months before the 2006 SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge season ramps up with the opening round in Sebring, newly formed Riley Racing has announced its intention to campaign a Volvo S40 T5 for all 1 ... Continue reading
SmarTire Announces Settlement of Lawsuit
RICHMOND, British Columbia, Jan. 9 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) announced today that it has settled a lawsuit pertaining to a dispute with Bristol Investment Fund, Ltd., over the conversion of a convertible debenture in the amount of $91,726. Bristol sought a court order compelling SmarTire to pay $4 ... Continue reading
OWOSSO, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Sports Resorts International, Inc. (the "Company") today reported that on January 4, 2006 it received a notice from The Nasdaq Stockmarket ("Nasdaq") for non-compliance with marketplace Rules 4350 (e) and 4350 (g) for continued listing which require the solicitation of proxies from shareholders ... Continue reading
LIMA, Ohio, Jan. 9 -- The University of Northwestern Ohio will unveil its new High Performance Motorsports Complex, located at 1744 Hartzler Road in Lima, Ohio, on January 20, 2006. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will begin at 12:00 p.m. with tours afterwards. According to University President, Dr. Jeffrey A. Jarvis, "The 7 ... Continue reading
Visteon to Webcast January 11 Presentation to Automotive Analysts of New York
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Visteon Corporation , a leading supplier of automotive systems and technology, will participate in the Automotive Analysts of New York 2006 Detroit Automotive Conference in Dearborn, Mich., from approximately 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST) on Wednesday, Jan. 11. (Logo: http://www.news ... Continue reading
CANTON, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Yazaki North America, Inc. (Yazaki), a leading supplier of vehicle power and data solutions to the automotive industry, announced today that it has completed the first two phases of its three-phase plan to transfer its high-voltage engineering and manufacturing capabilities operations from Japa ... Continue reading
Midas, Inc anniversary celebration
ITASCA, Ill.--Jan. 9, 2006--Midas, Inc. , one of the world's largest providers of automotive services, is kicking off a year-long 50th anniversary celebration by making the daily drive a little easier for at least one lucky (or unlucky) commuter. From Jan. 9 through Feb. 6, 2006, Midas will conduct a search for the mot ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Jan. 9, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c30412) has announced the addition of World Vehicle Manufacturing to their offering. World Vehicle Manufacturing is a dedicated round-up of all the latest global happenings and analysis specific to the manufacturing activitie ... Continue reading
Yazaki Supplies High Voltage Technology For 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
CANTON, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Yazaki North America, Inc. (Yazaki) is pleased to be a supplier of the 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, one of the vehicles on display at this year's North American International Auto Show. Yazaki supplied the high voltage Electrical Distribution System (EDS) components on the Mariner, which was re ... Continue reading
BELLEVUE, Wash., Jan. 9 -- The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) today officially announced the winners of its Best of CES Contest, the first such contest hosted by the organization at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2006 last week to highlight the most innovative and consumer-friendly new Blueto ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Camaro Concept: Capturando el espíritu perenne de Camaro
DETROIT, January 9 -- - Una interpretación moderna del clásico sportcoupé Durante más de 30 años, Chevrolet Camaro fue el coche americano por antonomasia, una combinación de espectacular diseño y excelente rendimiento. El icono americano era también uno de los sportcoupés más conocidos de todos los tiempos, v ... Continue reading
Volvo C30 Concept Targets Younger Urban Drivers
By Michael Collins DETROIT, Jan. 9 (FCN) -- The Volvo C30 Design Concept, unveiled at the 2006 North American International Auto Show, signals a new direction for Volvo Cars – the desire to draw younger, urban consumers to the Volvo brand. The concept evolved, in part, from a series of clinics and focus groups he ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Powers 2006 Car, Truck of the Year
Civic and Ridgeline make Honda Division first-time winner AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 9 -- The winning vehicles of the 2006 North American Car and Truck of the Year awards are powered by drivetrain and engine components supplied by leading global powertrain supplier, BorgWarner Inc. The Honda Ridgeline, the mid-size fron ... Continue reading
Continental Safety Products Take Center Stage on Vehicles at NAIAS
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Proven safety innovations such as anti-lock brakes, traction control systems and electronic stability control (ESC) are rapidly becoming standard among manufacturers' new vehicles. Many new vehicles being introduced at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) this year are equipped with Con ... Continue reading
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Jan. 9, 2006--Worthington Industries, Inc. , a leading diversified metal processing company with annual sales of nearly $3 billion, proudly announced today that its 7,500 employees have rated their company as one of FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For in America." FORTUNE listed Worthingt ... Continue reading
FORT WORTH, Texas--Jan. 9, 2006--AmeriCredit Corp. today announced selection of its primary philanthropic initiatives, or "Signature Events," for 2006. These events are sponsored by the charitable organizations AmeriCredit will actively support during the year. The company's Signature Events for 2006 will benefit the M ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- "We will be enhancing the MINI family with a further model." With these words Dr. Michael Ganal, Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG and responsible for Sales and Marketing, today confirmed at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit that the family of sporty little cars ... Continue reading
Turbocharged Acura RDX Prototype Debuts at North American International Auto Show
Sporty SUV Features Acura's First-Ever Turbocharged Engine and Super Handling-AWD DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- The highly anticipated Acura RDX Prototype SUV debuted today at the North American International Auto Show. Combining sport utility with sports sedan handling and performance, RDX features an innovative 2.3-liter four-c ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today unveiled the all-new 2007 Eclipse Spyder at the North American International Auto Show. Based on the fourth-generation Eclipse coupe introduced in 2005, the new Eclipse Spyder combines "Driven to Thrill" design and performance with a high-tech convertible ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Unveils Future Hybrid-Powered Small Car at North American International Auto Show
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today unveiled at the North American International Auto Show the Concept-CT, a groundbreaking concept for a hybrid-powered small car that may influence development of future "Driven to Thrill" Mitsubishi models. Designed at the Mitsubishi Motors Design Center in ... Continue reading
2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Specs - 40MPG, 199HP, WOW!
CAMRY HYBRID PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Gasoline Engine Type 2.4-liter, 4-cylinder, aluminum alloy block with aluminum alloy head Bore and Stroke 3.48 x 3.78 inches Displacement 2,362 cc Expansion Ratio 12.5:1 Valve Train Twin-cam, 4-valve/cylinder with VVT-i Horsepower (SAE Net)* 147 horsepower @ 6,000 rpm Torq ... Continue reading
2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid at 2006 North American International Auto Show
Detroit, MI January 9, 2006; Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the all-new 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid at a press conference today at the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). In the 23 years since it was introduced as a 1983 model, Camry has evolved to the quintessential American family sedan w ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group to Build All-new 2007 Jeep(R) Compass at Belvidere (Illinois) Assembly Plant
* Plant is Chrysler Group's first with innovative flexible manufacturing * Second shift to be added later this year * Smart manufacturing process being implemented * Compact Jeep model offers performance, fuel economy and value AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 9 -- The Chrysler Group today announced that the all-new 2007 Jeep ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Camaro Concept: Capturing the Timeless Spirit of Camaro
DETROIT, Michigan, January 9 -- - Thoroughly Modern Interpretation of the Classic Sport Coupe For more than 30 years, the Chevrolet Camaro was the archetypal American muscle car, combining dramatic design and exciting performance. The American icon was also one of the most popular sport coupes of all time, with Chevrol ... Continue reading
BMW at the 2006 North American International Auto Show
M Roadster Makes World Debut Alongside Updated Z4 Roadster Z4 Coupe Concept, BMW Active Hybrid Drive Concept, and EfficientDynamics Technologies Presented WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Jan. 9 -- The BMW M Roadster returns to the stable of BMW M products for the 2006 model year. This time it is based on the newly updated BMW Z4 ... Continue reading
All-New Jeep(R) Wrangler Shatters Convention and Breaks Free at Worldwide Debut
Escapes from Cage, Exits Stage, Breaks Through Glass and Climbs Mountain Outside North American International Auto Show - Legendary Icon to sit atop Jeep Mountain through Charity Preview - All-new Wrangler offers more Jeep: more off-road capability, on-road refinement, interior space and comfort, open-air options, powe ... Continue reading
North American International Auto Show Showcases Concept and Production Vehicles on First Press Day
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- The first of three Press Days during the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) opened to journalists from around the world as automotive manufacturers unveiled an array of new production and concept vehicles at the nation's premier auto show at Cobo Center. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com ... Continue reading
-- One of the leading causes of death in the winter is traffic accidents. With snow and ice conditions expected to worsen in the coming months, what can you do to make the drive safer? A video report from Allstate . You can reach the story directly by going to http://media.medialink.com/home.aspx?story=31474 This multi ... Continue reading
Automotive Sensors Market Emerging & Current Sensors Update
DUBLIN, Ireland--Jan. 9, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c30522) has announced the addition of Automotive Sensors Market Emerging & Current Sensors Update Now and Future to their offering. The US and European automotive sensor industry is in a highly optimistic state. As the vehicl ... Continue reading
VOLKSWAGEN IN THIRD AND FIFTH AT HALF-WAY STAGE
WOLFSBURG, Germany - The Volkswagen works team defended third and fifth places at the half-way stage during on one of the most bitterly fought Dakar Rally’s very. Giniel de Villiers improved from fourth to third on the 568 kilometre eighth stage in the Race Touareg 2. Mark Miller set exactly the same time as new ... Continue reading
Detroit January 8, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that General Motors has joined the hybrid craze, and will unveil two hybrid SUV models at the North American International Auto Show. One of the new models, the Saturn Vue Green Line, will retail for under $23,000 when it goes on sale this summer. "People will be v ... Continue reading
Mazda Kabura Concept Unveiled in Detroit
MAZDA KABURA CONCEPT: REDEFINING THE COMPACT SPORTS COUPE 2006 NAIAS DETROIT -- The essence of Mazda???fs Zoom-Zoom spirit is providing customers with stylish, insightful, spirited products capable of enriching their lives in exciting ways. At this year???fs North American International Auto Show, Mazda is presenting K ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Jan. 9, 2006--Freescale Semiconductor continues to attract world-class talent with the addition of two prominent executives to its manufacturing team. Chris Chi, formerly with UMC, joins as vice president of external manufacturing, and Gulzar Mohd Ali, formerly with Intel, joins as vice president of fina ... Continue reading
Shelby at 2006 Detroit Auto Show
2006 Shelby GT500 Overview Chassis Powertrain Exterior/Interior Safety Special Features Specifications Print All Sections Archived Presskits Photos add to briefcase | print | wireless display OVERVIEW 2007 FORD SHELBY GT500: MOST POWERFUL MUSTANG EVER Performance Inspiration: Carroll Shelby and Ford Special Vehicle Tea ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Jan. 9, 2006--Freescale Semiconductor is simplifying 8-bit product development with the introduction of its CodeWarrior(TM) Development Studio for HC(S)08 Microcontrollers v5.0, giving designers and programmers the opportunity to work more efficiently and more economically. The CodeWarrior(TM) Developmen ... Continue reading
P R E S S R E L E A S E For Immediate Release Geodetic Systems Press Contact: Belinda Jones, HiTech Marketing llc, 860-399-1147, belinda.jones@hitechmarketing.com Link to press release: http://www.geodetic.com/pr/index.asp?aID=233 DNP Global of India Joins Geodetic Systems' Worldwide Sales Channel Melbourne, FL -- Janu ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 9 -- It's the automotive equivalent of the Oscars and Olympics rolled into one. But you don't have to brave the cold of Winter Detroit to check out the more than 70 new cars, trucks, crossovers and concepts debuting at the North American International Auto Show this week. You'll find complete coverage of ... Continue reading
Lincoln MkX: luxury crossover delivers presence, comfort, effortless performance
Detroit January 9, 2006; The new Lincoln MKX is loaded with comfort and convenience as a modern new choice in the luxury crossover utility vehicle (CUV) market. Lincoln MKX's elegant design is combined with a sporty stance, powerful engine and quiet interior. It also boasts such technological advances as adaptive headl ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--Jan. 9, 2006--(Investrend Research Syndicate) A new research note on Bad Toys Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: BTYH) has been issued by Beacon Equity Research Senior Analyst, Shailesh Dhuri. The full report is available at http://www.beaconequityresearch.com and http://www.investrendresearch.com In the report, Mr. Dhur ... Continue reading
Budget and After-School All-Stars Work to Give Kids a Break
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 9 -- Travelers looking to save money on car rentals can now do so while supporting a great cause. Budget Rent A Car System, Inc. today announced an offer that saves people money while supporting After-School All-Stars (ASAS), an organization that provides comprehensive out-of-school programs to k ... Continue reading
WHAT: AutoWeek Design Forum, 13th annual "Iconic Design" WHEN: Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2006 Day-long program runs 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. WHERE: Riverview Ballroom, Cobo Conference/Exhibition Center, Detroit HIGHLIGHTS: Leading design professionals will share creative insights and industry trends with hundreds of automotive and no ... Continue reading
LIVONIA, Mich., Jan. 9 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Lucas Industries Limited ("Lucas"), is commencing a repurchase offer and consent solicitation to repurchase all of its outstanding GBP 94.6 million 10.875% bonds due 2020. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh ... Continue reading
CARQUEST General Parts icarz, inc
CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J.--Jan. 9, 2006--icarz, inc. announced today that General Parts Inc., the CARQUEST member headquartered in Raleigh, NC, now has over 1,200 stores live on the icarz system. Temple Sloan III, president of General Parts, commented "We have long envisioned being able to use technology as a competitive adva ... Continue reading
CCC Information Services Group Inc
CHICAGO--Jan. 9, 2006--CCC Information Services Group Inc. , a leading supplier of advanced software, communications systems, Internet and wireless-enabled technology solutions to the automotive claims and collision repair industries, announced today that it has scheduled a special meeting of its stockholders to vote o ... Continue reading
35th Anniversary Barrett-Jackson "World's Greatest Collector Car Event."
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Jan. 9, 2006--A pair of convertibles owned by movie and aviation mogul Howard Hughes will be auctioned for the first time at the 35th Anniversary Barrett-Jackson "World's Greatest Collector Car Event." Both convertibles are fully restored and will cross the auction block at "No Reserve" on January 21 ... Continue reading
PLEASANTON, Calif.--Jan. 9, 2006--Aspectrics, Inc., a leading supplier of Encoded Photometric Infrared Spectroscopy (EP-IR) analyzers, today announced the receipt of a fifth US patent for its Encoded Photometric Infrared Spectroscopy disk technology and associated optics. The new patent number 6,982,788 was filed May 2 ... Continue reading
Lithia Motors Promotes Bryan DeBoer
MEDFORD, Ore.--Jan. 9, 2006--Lithia Motors, Inc. today announced the promotion of Bryan DeBoer to the position of President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. DeBoer has been heavily involved in operations, most recently serving as Executive Vice President of the company. He was the SVP of Mergers & Acquisitions/Operatio ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich.--Jan. 9, 2006--FISHER/UNITECH, a leading engineering technologies firm serving the Midwest, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Concurrent Technologies, Inc. (CTI). The acquisition is expected to further extend FISHER/UNITECH's leadership as a SolidWorks(R) 3D mechanical design software ... Continue reading
Superior Industries to explore options
VAN NUYS, Calif.--Jan. 9, 2006--Superior Industries International, Inc. today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized management to engage an investment banker and/or other advisors to explore options for disposal of the Company's suspension components business. "Today's intense competition in the global a ... Continue reading
Chinese Auto Manufacturer Geely to Enter the U.S. Market in 2008
DETROIT, Mich., Jan 9 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Mr. Shufu Li, Chairman of the Geely Automobile Company, of Hangzhou, China, announced today in Detroit that Geely is ''... on track to enter the United States automobile market in the year 2008. Our goal is to present to the American people another choice for the family seda ... Continue reading
Nice Space! Toyota F3R Concept Vehicle Puts Style, Performance and Three Rows of Comfort Into a Box
Detroit, MI January 9, 2006; The essential Toyota values of roominess, style and environmentally advanced performance come together in a dynamic new way in the F3R, the latest concept vehicle from Toyota. The surprising F3R, which makes its debut at the North American International Automobile Show in Detroit January 9, ... Continue reading
Fox Reality to Air the Reality Show 'Fastest Car in America'
VAN NUYS, Calif., Jan. 9 -- Public Media Works, Inc. ("PMWI" or the "Company") (BULLETIN BOARD: PMWI) announced that it has signed an Agreement with the Fox Reality Channel to air the "Fastest Car In America" for a thirteen week schedule. The Company and Strom Magallon Entertainment have created the one-hour reality sh ... Continue reading
Acura Announces New U.S. Design Studio to Kick Off 20th Anniversary
Torrance, Ca., U.S.A., Jan 9, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Acura announced plans for a new Acura design studio to be located close to Honda R&D Americas, Inc. headquarters in Torrance, California. This strategic move follows the recent announcement that the Acura brand will be launched in Japan, furthering the globalization ... Continue reading
VW Names Strategic Supplier For Hybrid Systems
Continental Automotive Systems Obtains Prospects of Long-Term Cooperation with Volkswagen AG FRANKFURT, Germany, Jan. 9 -- Volkswagen AG and Continental Automotive Systems have agreed on a strategic partnership for the development and supply of power electronics for future hybrid projects. At the same time, Volkswagen ... Continue reading
Data on SUV Crashes -Analysis From SUVOA
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- Children are at least twice as safe in SUVs than passenger cars when properly restrained according to an analysis of a July 2005 study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) performed by SUV Owners of America, the organization announced today. NHTSA is the federal government ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Michigan, January 9 -- Hoy, Mercedes-Benz ha expuesto en la inauguración del Salón Internacional Norteamericano del Automóvil 2006 de Detroit cuatro estrenos mundiales: El innovador E 320 BLUETEC, equipado con el motor máquina diésel más limpio del mundo, y cuyo lanzamiento al mercado estadounidense tend ... Continue reading
Audi Roadjet Concept at North American International Automobile Show
DETROIT, Michigan and INGOLSTADT, Germany, January 9 -- Debut in Detroit: Audi is taking the wraps off a study car by the name of Roadjet Concept at the North American International Automobile Show. A vehicle that blends the latest evolutionary stage of Audi's formal idiom with an entirely new space concept. The drive ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Hires Advisor to Weigh smart Moves
LONDON, Jan 9, 2006; Reuters reported that DaimlerChrysler has hired Goldman Sachs to screen approaches for Smart, its loss-making small-car unit, the Financial Times reported on Monday.Chief Executive Dieter Zetsche said he hoped to turn round the Smart business, but confirmed Goldman had been appointed to filter unso ... Continue reading
Featherlite Explores Financial Growth Alternatives
CRESCO, Iowa--Jan. 9, 2006--Featherlite(R), Inc. , a leading U.S. trailer and luxury coach manufacturer, announced today that its Board of Directors has decided to explore strategic alternatives to enhance shareholder value. The Company is working with Houlihan Lokey Howard & Zukin, its financial advisor in the process ... Continue reading
CCG Retained by Amerityre for Investor Relations and Strategic Communications Program
LOS ANGELES and BOULDER CITY, Nev., Jan. 9 -- CCG Investor Relations and Strategic Communications today announced that it has been retained by Amerityre Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: AMTY) , a developer of technologies for safer and more environmentally-friendly tires for automotive, truck, and industrial markets, to pr ... Continue reading
Honda Fit Unveiled aT 2006 Detroit Auto Show ... Continue reading
Honda to Begin Producing Next Generation FCX Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle
Production Car Will Closely Resemble the FCX Concept Vehicle making its North American Debut at the North American International Auto Show Downloads ascii January 8, 2006 -- Detroit -- Signaling a rapid advancement in its fuel cell vehicle technology, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., today announced that it will begin p ... Continue reading
Cobasys to Provide Battery Systems for Saturn VUE Green Line Hybrid SUV
ORION, Mich., Jan. 9 -- Cobasys announced today that they will provide their advanced NiMHax(R) Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery systems for GM's 2007 Saturn VUE Green Line SUV which will be made available to consumers in the summer of 2006. Saturn's VUE Green Line hybrid combines sophisticated controls with a preci ... Continue reading
IIHS Seat Test: SUV's and Pickups Provide Poor Protection In Rear End Crash - Full List
Click4Video ARLINGTON, VA — Only 6 of the seat/head restraint combinations in 44 current model SUVs are rated good for protection against whiplash injuries in rear-end crashes. None of the seat/head restraint designs in 15 pickup truck models earns a good rating. Overall 4 out of 5 SUV and pickup seat/head restra ... Continue reading
Honda Displays ASV-3 Advanced Safety Vehicles at the North American International Auto Show
January 8, 2006 -- Detroit -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is displaying Honda's ASV-3 Advanced Safety Vehicles at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit beginning January 15th. These vehicles are equipped to exchange positional information with other vehicles using Inter-Vehicle Communication technolo ... Continue reading
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