Fuel-cell bus service to start around Centrair airport
NAGOYA February 28, 2006; Japan Today reported that Toyota Motor Corp and its subsidiary Hino Motors Ltd said Monday an Aichi Prefecture bus company will start operating an environmentally friendly fuel-cell bus they have developed at Centrair International Airport near Nagoya on March 9. Fuel-cell vehicles do not poll ... Continue reading
El concepto Aero X de Saab aterriza en Ginebra
RUSSELSHEIM, Alemania y GINEBRA, Suiza, February 27 -- Saab rompió el hielo esta noche en la víspera del Geneva Motor Show creando una atmósfera escandinava al mostrar su impresionante coche Aero X Concept en la GM Premiere Night. Cuando el Aero X surgió de forma espectacular entre 55 toneladas de hielo suizo espec ... Continue reading
Mindy's Monday Minute: Phoenix NHRA
Contact Information Mindy Stephens Ringers Gloves Public Relations 800.421.8454 _mindys@ringersgloves.com_ (mailto:mindys@ringersgloves.com) MINDY’S MONDAY MINUTE W.J. Picks Up 96th Career Win Moorpark, Calif. - (February 26, 2006) Warren Johnson took the Arizona heat with stride during the Checker Schuc ... Continue reading
IRL Conference Call with Actor Patrick Dempsey
Thought this might be of interest, John Vision Racing drivers, Dempsey Guests on IRL Teleconference Vision Racing drivers Tomas Scheckter and Ed Carpenter and new team co-owner Patrick Dempsey will participate in an Indy Racing League teleconference on Tuesday, Feb. 28 in advance of the IRL Open Test at Homestead-Miami ... Continue reading
GM to invest $500 million in Toledo plant
DETROIT, Feb 27, 2006; Reuters reported that General Motors Corp. said it will invest $500 million in its Toledo, Ohio, transmission plant to produce a new type of automatic transmission for full-size trucks and sport utility vehicles. The world's largest automaker also said it will invest an additional $100 million in ... Continue reading
USAC Benevolent Foundation Karting Enduro
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 27, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-30 TONY STEWART RACING TEAM POSTS 10-SECOND VICTORY IN CLOSEST-EVER USAC ENDURO AT FUN AT FASTIMES Team Stewart, sponsored by USAC Triple Crown and two-time NASCAR Nextel Cup Champion Tony Stewart, posted the closest victory in the 10-year h ... Continue reading
New Smart Models Set To Debut At The International Motor Show In Geneva
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on February 27, 2006 at 8:40 AM CST It's only three days until the International Motor Show in Geneva opens its doors to the public, but if you just can't wait to see the new models smart is unveiling this year, you're in luck, cause we got 'em. The smart forfour Brabus SBR First up is t ... Continue reading
The CMI-Schneible Group Launches New Line at Autorama
HOLLY, Mich., Feb. 27 -- Detroit Muscle, under the new leadership of The CMI-Schneible Group, will be launching the newly expanded line of apparel, performance parts, and a line of car care products including the exclusive license to the RejeX(R) brand. Within the last six months, CMI has nearly tripled the number of p ... Continue reading
AutoZone / Kenny Wallace CALIFORNIA Post-Race Report
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Commercial Auto Insurance from Progressive Now Available in West Virginia
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--Feb. 27, 2006----The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country, is now offering commercial auto insurance in West Virginia. While Progressive's commercial coverages are available directly to consumers by phone and over the Internet, most cons ... Continue reading
NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 27 -- A notification program began today, as ordered by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, to alert people who used or bought Motiva gasoline from certain gasoline stations in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida from May 11, 2004 to June 2, 2004, or throug ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: VP RACING FUELS EXTENDS OFFICIAL SPONSORSHIP WITH NHRA
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 914-4761 VP RACING FUELS EXTENDS OFFICIAL RACING FUEL SPONSORSHIP WITH NATIONAL HOT ROD ASSOCIATION GLENDORA, Calif. (Feb. 27, 2006) -National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) officials announced today that VP Racing Fuels, long-time supplier of fuel to participating ... Continue reading
Croatian City Holds World Record For Mercedes Per Capita Ownership
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on February 27, 2006 at 10:00 AM CST We got a tip this morning from one of our readers pointing us to a story our good friends over at Autoblog just ran. It turns out, Grubine, a small village in one of Croatia's poorest regions, likely holds the world record for per capita Mercedes owne ... Continue reading
MANN+HUMMEL Aftermarket Brand Receives High Praise
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Feb. 27 -- A world-renowned, independent product testing and assessment firm recently awarded MANN+HUMMEL's aftermarket division with a certificate for excellent customer service and product quality. The award was presented to MANN-FILTER by the German Technical Inspection Authority (TUV) Saarl ... Continue reading
3rd Annual Motorcycle Ride to Benefit The Academy of Country Music(R) Charitable Foundation BURBANK, Calif., Feb. 27 -- For the third time in the Motorcycle Ride's history, Montgomery Gentry will host the Academy of Country Music Celebrity Motorcycle Ride to be held on Sunday, May 21, 2006 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Other a ... Continue reading
A1 Grand Prix and Cooper Tire Heat Up the Track in Mexico
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 27, 2006 COMPANY CONTACT: Patricia Brown Cooper Tire 419-424-4370 pjbrown@coopertire.com A1 Grand Prix and Cooper Tire Heat Up the Track in Mexico Alexandre Premat and A1 Team France strengthen grip on overall championship with another victory FINDLAY, OHIO, February 27, 2006 - COOPER TIR ... Continue reading
2006 AMG Mercedes-Benz DTM Roster Finalized
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on February 27, 2006 at 10:30 AM CST DaimlerChrysler has announced today the AMG Mercedes DTM team's roster for the 2006 season. Here's a quick rundown of the team's top drivers: Mika Hakkinen will start his second season in DTM racing, driving the silver C-Class with AMG sponsorship. Be ... Continue reading
GM's Bob Lutz to be Keynote Speaker at 13th Annual Auto Interiors Show
DETROIT, Feb. 27 -- The 13th annual Auto Interiors Show will launch June 7 when GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz, the company's consummate "product guy," takes to the podium at Cobo Center in Detroit to share his thoughts on GM's turnaround and how interior design is playing a key role in strengthening vehicle sales and brand ... Continue reading
Immersion Announces Integration Kit and Program for Implementing Touch Feedback in Touchscreens
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Feb. 27, 2006--Immersion Corporation , a leading developer and licensor of touch feedback technology, announces that it is now shipping a TouchSense(R) Integration Kit. The kit, along with a new TouchSense Integration Program, can help system integrators and manufacturers create tactile feedback solut ... Continue reading
Used Cars: IL Legislators Speak Out In Support of Right-to-Know Bill
Chicago February 27, 2006; Noting that a car is often a consumer's biggest purchase after a home, Attorney General Lisa Madigan and State Sen. James Meeks (D-Chicago) today called on the Illinois General Assembly to pass legislation that gives consumers more power when deciding whether or not to buy a used vehicle.<p> ... Continue reading
Performance World Custom Car & Truck Show
Style and Horsepower Featured at the 2006 Performance World Custom Car & Truck Show Monday, February 27, 2006 (Toronto) - Performance World Custom Car & Truck Show is gearing up in preparation for another exciting exhibition, with Funkmaster Flex headlining the event. The hardcore show for car enthusiasts rides into th ... Continue reading
DAYTONA, Fla.--Feb. 27, 2006--Bruce Rossmeyer, CEO of thirteen Harley-Davidson locations, announces Bike Week 2006 at "Destination Daytona," his latest and most ambitious project to date. Located at the intersection of US-1 and I-95 in Ormond Beach, already open is the 109,000 sq. ft. Daytona Harley-Davidson, with over ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--Feb. 27, 2006--AIG Auto Insurance today announced it would lower auto insurance costs for thousands of policyholders in Nevada. Beginning today, AIG Auto Insurance will implement a five percent rate decrease in Nevada, lowering auto insurance costs on thousands of vehicles and resulting in hundreds of thousan ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Conference Call to Announce February 2006 Sales
WHAT: Telephone conference call to discuss Chrysler Group's February Sales WHO: Gary Dilts, Chrysler Group, Senior Vice President-Sales WHEN: Wednesday, March 1, 2006 - 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. EST DETAILS: Teleconference: +1-800-857-0714 +1-210-795-9123 Call Leader: Kevin McCormick Passcode: Sales OTHER: Following the conf ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Continues Discussions With Banks and Financial Institutions
TOLEDO, Ohio, Feb. 27 -- Dana Corporation announced today that it continues to be in discussions with banks and financial institutions regarding financing alternatives and expects to reach a resolution within the next two weeks. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA) The company also announced that o ... Continue reading
Battery of Tests Illustrate Reliability/Durability of Engines PORTLAND, Ore., Feb. 27 -- Detroit Diesel Corporation (DDC) and Freightliner LLC today announced that their joint testing activities are the cornerstone for a successful launch of new engines in 2007 to meet the new emissions standards. Detroit Diesel will l ... Continue reading
Detroit Regional Chamber Calls Michigan Road Report A Call to Action
DETROIT, Feb. 27 -- An annual report by The Road Information Program (TRIP) giving Michigan's road system low grades should serve as a wake-up call for Southeast Michigan, the Detroit Regional Chamber said Monday. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000703/DRCLOGO ) "For residents and businesses across Southea ... Continue reading
Directed Electronics, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2005 Conference Call
VISTA, Calif., Feb. 27 -- Directed Electronics, Inc. , the largest designer and marketer of consumer branded vehicle security and convenience systems in the United States based on sales and a major supplier of car and home audio, mobile video and satellite radio products, announced today that it will report financial r ... Continue reading
Durakon to Complete Manufacturing Facility Enhancements By July
North American Manufacturing Headquarters Provides Laminated Paint Film Products To Major Automotive Manufacturers CLINTON, Tenn., Feb. 27 -- Durakon Industries, a leading provider of thermoformed products and paint film technology to the automotive industry, announced today that its plans to optimize the manufacturing ... Continue reading
EEMBC Selects Infineon's Patrick Leteinturier as Automotive Subcommittee Chairman
EL DORADO HILLS, Calif., Feb. 27 -- The Embedded Microprocessor Benchmark Consortium (EEMBC) today announced that Patrick Leteinturier of Infineon Technologies has been elected chairman of EEMBC's automotive and industrial subcommittee. Mr. Leteinturier will be leading the consortium's development of its next-generatio ... Continue reading
Fairchild Semiconductor Now Shipping 100% RoHS Compliant Products
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine--Feb. 27, 2006--Fairchild Semiconductor announced today it is shipping its complete portfolio of basic marked components - totaling more than 34,000 products - in configurations that conform to the European (EU) Restriction of Hazardous Substance (RoHS) directive. This directive bans new electrica ... Continue reading
Fitch Issues Presale on DaimlerChrysler Auto Trust 2006-A
NEW YORK--Feb. 27, 2006--Fitch Ratings has issued a presale report on DaimlerChrysler Auto Trust 2006-A. The transaction is backed by a pool of automobile and light-truck sale contracts underwritten and serviced by DaimlerChrysler Financial Services Americas LLC (DCFS). The presale report is available to all investors ... Continue reading
SAN DIEGO--Feb. 27, 2006--Cellfan.com is now offering the largest collection of Star Wars-themed vinyl skins for more than 500 consumer electronic devices, including mobile phones, iPods, PDAs and gaming devices. The announcement comes today from Global Wireless Entertainment (GWE), the leading global provider of brand ... Continue reading
HACKENSACK, N.J., Feb. 27 -- I.D. Systems, Inc. today announced that it has received a purchase order from a large U.S.-based car rental company to deploy I.D. Systems' wireless fleet management system at a car rental facility in a U.S. airport. This deployment will serve as a pilot program for the car rental company t ... Continue reading
Latitude Consulting Group Upgrades Dealer Certification Solution for Chrysler Group
New Release of Ready Solutions(TM) Learning Management System Delivered to DaimlerChrysler Academy (DCA) SALINE, Mich., Feb. 27 -- Latitude Consulting Group, Inc. today announced that it had released an upgrade of its Ready Solutions(TM) learning management system (LMS) to DaimlerChrysler Academy (DCA). The Ready Solut ... Continue reading
CHANDLER, Ariz.--Feb. 27, 2006--Microchip Technology Inc. , a leading provider of microcontroller and analog semiconductors, today announced a new family of low-power, low-voltage, 6-bit digital potentiometers. The MCP4011 - MCP4014 digital potentiometers provide engineers with a digitally controlled solution that is c ... Continue reading
REDWOOD SHORES, Calif.--Feb. 27, 2006-- Composite Application Allows Sales Team to Better Manage Opportunities, Improve Customer Satisfaction and Drive Incremental Revenue Above All(R) Software, a provider of award-winning business integration software, today announced that Mitchell International, Inc., a leading provi ... Continue reading
Moll Provides Dongyang Mechatronics Manufacturing Solutions
DALLAS, Feb. 27 -- Moll Industries, Inc., a custom injection molder and contract manufacturer, announced that it has entered into a strategic business alliance with Dongyang Mechatronics Corp., one of Korea's leading suppliers of components to the automotive industry. Dongyang's significant customer base includes Delph ... Continue reading
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Holds its Largest Unreserved Industrial Auction
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Feb. 27, 2006--Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Incorporated (TSX:RBA) the world's largest industrial auctioneer, today announced that it recently conducted its largest auction in company history. On February 21 - 25, 2006, the Company held an unreserved auction in Orlando, Florida, generating gro ... Continue reading
Siemens Energy & Automation Selects Datalliance
CINCINNATI--Feb. 27, 2006--Datalliance: -- Datalliance to Help Siemens Deliver Additional Value to Their Customers -- "Software as a Service" Model Key to Siemens' Selection of Datalliance Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc., has selected Datalliance to enhance existing relationships with key customers. As one of Siemens ... Continue reading
TTAutomotive Delivers Prototyping and Test Equipment for FlexRay
VIENNA, Austria--Feb. 27, 2006--TTAutomotive, TTTech's subsidiary for FlexRay solutions, has released the new TTX-Development Cluster for FlexRay. This solution is particularly effective for demanding prototyping applications in the automotive industry. It provides developers with all the tools needed to build up a tim ... Continue reading
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. Announces Alberta, Canada, Dealership Opens New 21-Acre Facility
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.--Feb. 27, 2006--Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company, a leading manufacturer of dry freight vans, flatbeds, refrigerated vans, and Tautliner(R) curtainsided trailers, is pleased to announce that one of its Canadian dealers, Ocean Trailer, in Alberta, has moved into a new facility in Edmonton, ... Continue reading
Volvo Creates Robotic System for Test Track Environment
... methodology is a benchmark for new standards IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 27 -- Volvo vehicles are known for their ruggedness, durability and, of course, legendary safety. What may not be known is the Swedish marques' use of electronic robotic vehicle testing versus good ole carbon-based life forms (humans). Towing tests a ... Continue reading
WALTHAM, Mass.--Feb. 27, 2006--Watchfire, the market-leading provider of Web vulnerability assessment software and services to help ensure the security and compliance of Websites, today announced that VW Credit, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Volkswagen of America, Inc., has chosen the Watchfire(R) AppScan(R) Web a ... Continue reading
Wednesday Night Drags Begin March 1 in Sonoma
Contact: John Cardinale (707) 933-3907 ** MEDIA OPPORTUNITY ** 'Wednesday Night Drags' Back on Track at Infineon Raceway WHAT: The popular "Wednesday Night Drags" program kicks off its 18th consecutive year at Infineon Raceway on March 1. The raceway will open its gates most every Wednesday night from March 1-Nov. 8 fo ... Continue reading
AmeriCredit to Webcast Investor Presentation
FORT WORTH, Texas--Feb. 27, 2006--AmeriCredit Corp. will be presenting at the Fifth Annual JMP Securities Research Conference in San Francisco, Calif., on Thursday, March 9, at 12:45 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Chris Choate, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, will be presenting on behalf o ... Continue reading
Recently AMP Research has noticed a proliferation of aftermarket manufacturers that are producing tailgate enclosures and branding their product with a variation of the proprietary AMP RESEARCH brand name, Bed X-Tenderâ„¢. The name variations are quite creative: Bedextender, Bed Extender, Bedxtender, etc. AMP Resea ... Continue reading
Good afternoon all! I have attached a press release from Autocon Motorsports announcing their partnership with JeanRichard Swiss Watches. Thanks, Ryan Smith Web editor/Media Relations Manager American Le Mans Series 1394 Broadway Ave. Braselton, GA 30517 E-mail: rsmith@americanlemans.com (706) 654-2983, Ext. 319 NOTICE ... Continue reading
--Dinner Engagement Presented by The Cleveland American Marketing Association: THE GENERATIONS DYNAMIC: GENERATIONAL MARKETING & ADVERTISING STRATEGY Speaker: Chuck Underwood The Generational Imperative, Inc. March 8th, 2006, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Event Information: For the first time in American history, we have 5 living ... Continue reading
Tower Automotive Provides Update on Restructuring
Reaches Agreement with Milwaukee Unions Plans to Close Greenville, Mich. Facility NOVI, Mich., Feb. 27 -- Tower Automotive (BULLETIN BOARD: TWRAQ) today announced two significant developments in its ongoing restructuring efforts: a tentative agreement with its Milwaukee unions and plans to move forward with decision ba ... Continue reading
TRB Aids Weight Reduction at Ford
By Chris Kassab, FCM -- If you've ever had trouble shedding a few extra pounds, Ford engineers can empathize. For years, automotive engineers have worked to trim weight from vehicles in an effort to boost fuel economy and improve driving dynamics. Studies suggest that for every 10 percent reduction in vehicle weight, t ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Unveils Epica and Captiva at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
Geneva - February 27, 2006: The Epica is a world premiere, the Captiva is the first all new Chevrolet designed and developed for the European market. Click4Video</a href> of Epica introduction. Click4Video</a href> of Captiva introduction. ... Continue reading
Saab Aero X Concept Lands at Geneva - VIDEO ENHANCED
RUSSELSHEIM, Germany and GENEVA, Switzerland, February 27 -- Saab broke the ice tonight on the eve of the Geneva Motor Show by creating a Scandinavian atmosphere to reveal its stunning Aero X Concept car at the GM Premiere Night. As the Aero X emerged in dramatic fashion amid 55 tons of specially imported Swedish ice, ... Continue reading
Basing Auto Insurance on Exact Odometer Readings
DES MOINES, Iowa--Feb. 27, 2006-- The Progressive Direct Group of Insurance Companies Continues to Advance the Science of Auto Insurance Pricing; Announces Driving Discount Program in Iowa Many auto insurance companies ask customers to estimate their annual mileage when applying for a new policy; these up-front estimat ... Continue reading
New Leasing Offers are On the Rise
By Frank Giovinazzi Contributing Editor, AIADA Washington DC February 27, 2006; After a few relatively lean years in lease programs, consumers are once again being offered the opportunity to get into International nameplate vehicles with the convenience that leasing provides. While leasing isn’t for everyone, one ... Continue reading
Leading Auto Analyst Predicts Political Intervention for U.S. Auto Industry
By Murphie Barrett Public Affairs Coordinator, AIADA Many unanswered questions and broad predictions surround the domestic auto manufacturers’ current business environment. AIADA’s February 15th Power Talk featuring John Casesa, former auto analyst for Merrill Lynch, provided dealer members with not only an ... Continue reading
SmarTire Announces Major RV Purchase Order
Camping World places Initial Stocking Order for Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems RICHMOND, British Columbia, Feb. 27 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) announced today that Camping World, a major U.S. supplier of aftermarket RV products has placed a substantial purchase order for SmarTire's recreational ve ... Continue reading
BMW Reduces Stake in Rolls Royce
Washington DC February 27, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that BMW said last Friday it has reduced its share in Rolls Royce Group, PLC from 9 percent to 3.25 percent. The automaker said the sale will generate a gain of $358.7 million for the current quarter, reports The Associated Press. BMW builds Rolls Royce bra ... Continue reading
Opel Unveils New Opel GT at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
Dynamics, Emotional Appeal and Plenty of Open-Air Driving Fun · New Opel GT: World premiere of convertible sports car · Astra TwinTop: Dynamic, elegant cabrio-coupé close to market launch · Meriva: New design, new technology and OPC performance · Zafira 1.6 CNG: New version of natural gas van · Signum Sport: New ... Continue reading
Where Are Motorcycles Stolen or Crashed Least or Most?
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--Feb. 27, 2006--If you think you'd be more likely to have your motorcycle stolen if you lived in Chicago versus Wichita, who could blame you? After all, it's a much bigger city. The same goes for crashes; no one could fault you for assuming that the bigger the city, the more the traffic congestio ... Continue reading
Hella Supports Student Auto Technician Skills Competition
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Feb. 27 -- Hella's support of the national Student Auto Skills Competition will continue in 2006, according to Steve Hubble, president of Hella Electronics Corporation. Since 1991, Hella has donated more than 10,000 automotive components worth more than $15,000 to the competition, which is co-sponsored ... Continue reading
PORTLAND, Ore., Feb. 27 -- Detroit Diesel Corporation (DDC) and Freightliner LLC today announced that their joint Customer Demonstration Program is on track as 40 planned customer demonstration vehicles have been assembled at three of the company's manufacturing facilities that assemble Class 8 vehicles. Most of these ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Launches CarSpace, Automotive Lifestyle Social Networking Site
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Feb. 27, 2006--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, today announces the launch of CarSpace (http://www.carspace.com), an automotive lifestyle social networking Web site for anyone with an interest in automobiles. At CarSpace, each member can express an automotive id ... Continue reading
Rockville City Police Department Outfits Metro Fleet with ICOP In-Car Video Systems
$220,000 Sale Represents Single Largest Purchase Order to Date LENEXA, Kan., Feb. 27 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , a leading provider of digital in-car video systems for law enforcement, announced today that the Rockville City Police Department in Rockville, Maryland has ordered 40 ICOP Model 20/20(TM) units for fleet-wide d ... Continue reading
Tymphany Appoints Christopher J. Struck Vice President of Engineering for North America Operations
CUPERTINO, Calif.--Feb. 27, 2006-- Electroacoustic Expert to Drive U.S.-Based Engineering Team Responsible for the Implementation of the Tymphany Linear Array Transducer and Future Innovations Tymphany(TM) Corporation, a leader in innovative audio solutions, today announced the appointment of Christopher J. Struck as V ... Continue reading
Delphi Provides Advanced Collision Warning System For New European Ford Models
TROY, Mich., Feb. 27 -- Delphi Corp. announced that it will provide its Forewarn(R) Smart Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning (with audible and visible warnings) and Collision Mitigation (by pre-charging the braking system) for Ford of Europe's all-new Galaxy and S-MAX family vehicles. Ford will market the option ... Continue reading
Gehl Company Reports Record 2005 Fourth Quarter and Annual Sales and Income
WEST BEND, Wis.--Feb. 27, 2006--Gehl Company , today reported net income of $6.2 million or $.50 per share for the fourth quarter of 2005. This compares with net income of $2.9 million or $.29 per share for the final quarter of 2004. The 2005 fourth quarter was positively impacted by $.12 per share as a result of rever ... Continue reading
Monaco Coach Corporation Announces Cash Dividend
COBURG, Ore., Feb. 27 -- Monaco Coach Corporation announced today that its upcoming quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share will be payable on March 15, 2006 to stockholders of record on March 1, 2006 and represents its ninth consecutive quarterly cash dividend since the company declared its initial cash dividend on ... Continue reading
02/20/0611003 bytes 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review PHOTO (select to view enlarged photo) THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG Byte Bite:The 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid is the best Hybrid vehicle available to date. SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Engine: 2.4-liter inline 4/105kW perm ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Greg Anderson runner up in Pro Stock at Phoenix
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT PONTIAC GTO PRO STOCK GREG ANDERSON - DRIVER MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz PHONE: 425-557-8899 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net Qualified: # 1 (6.671 seconds at 206.83 mph) Eliminations: Round 1: Anderson (6.673/206.42) def. Alle ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: One thousandth of a second the difference for Jason Line
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT PONTIAC GTO PRO STOCK JASON LINE - DRIVER MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz PHONE: 425-557-8899 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net Qualified: # 3 (6.684 seconds at 205.98 mph) Eliminations: Round 1: Line (6.697/205.51) def. Kurt Johnso ... Continue reading
Manteca's Scott Speed. American F1 Driver, Featured on Teleconference
Thought some of you might be interested. John 2006 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX MEDIA ADVISORY Manteca's Scott Speed, America's First F1Driver since 1993, Featured on Teleconference, March 1 American Formula One driver SCOTT SPEED, A NATIVE OF MANTECA, will be the guest on a United States Grand Prix teleconference at 10:30 ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: SUNDAY RESULTS FROM PHOENIX
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 695-6649 WARREN JOHNSON RACES TO 96TH CAREER VICTORY AT CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NHRA NATIONALS Rod Fuller and Tommy Johnson Jr. also claim victories at Firebird International Raceway CHANDLER, Ariz. -- Warren Johnson, the most prolific Pro Stock racer in NHRA hi ... Continue reading
NHRA Warren Johnson Race Wrap Up: WJ Battles His Way to the Win in Phoenix
Contact: Jon Knapp TMG Sports Marketing, Inc. Ph: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Warren Johnson Battles His Way to the Win in Phoenix February 26, 2006, Phoenix, AZ - Warren Johnson and the GM Performance Parts GTO Racing Team scored a tenacious win in Sunday's final eliminations of the Checker Schuck's Kragen Na ... Continue reading
Production of Mazda3 Begins at Changan Ford Plant in Chongqing
Tokyo, Japan, Feb 27, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - At a joint press conference held today, Mazda Motor Corporation, Ford Motor Company and Changan Automotive Group announced the commencement of Mazda3 production at the Changan Ford main plant in Chongqing. Immediately following the press conference, Changan Ford held a Job# ... Continue reading
Bazemore fouls out, exits early in Phoenix
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 2 of 23 CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NHRA NATIONALS FIREBIRD INTL RACEWAY CHANDLER, Ariz. Race Date: Feb. 24-26, 2006 Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net BAZEMORE FOULS OUT, MAKES EARLY EXIT IN PHOENIX CHANDLER, Ariz ... Continue reading
SEOUL, South Korea & NEW YORK & TOKYO--Feb. 27, 2006-- Ultra High Range Vehicle to be Developed Using Advanced Kokam Battery System, Hybrid Technologies to Open Facility in South Korea Hybrid Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:HYBT) www.hybridtechnologies.com, emerging leaders in the development and marketing of lithium powered ... Continue reading
Böblingen - Feb. 27, 2006: The first smart with more than 200 bhp. The presentation of a concept car at the Essen Motor Show is now being followed by the presentation of the smart forfour BRABUS SBR at the Geneva Motor Show, which is being offered for sale as an exclusive small series. The SBR can achieve a maximum sp ... Continue reading
Scrooge McDuck and Tintin met Daimler Stuttgart - February 27, 2006: The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, Actros and “Fintail” models have all made a name for themselves as fictional heroes as well as top performers in real life. Over recent decades, comic-books have offered a fascinating slant on the history of the M ... Continue reading
Dongfeng Honda Completes Auto Plant Expansion; Increases Annual Production Capacity to 120,000 Units
Tokyo, Japan, Feb 27, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Ltd., the automobile production and sales joint venture of Honda and Dongfeng Motor Group Co., Ltd. in China, yesterday celebrated completion of the construction to expand its automobile plant in Wuhan, Hubei Province in China. The annual prod ... Continue reading
Carbon fiber ramping up for planes, luxury cars
Tokyo 02/25/2006; The Asahi Shimbun reported that three major carbon fiber suppliers are increasing production capacity to meet soaring demand from aircraft and luxury auto manufacturers. The material weighs only half as much as aluminum but is 10 times stronger than steel. Those factors are critical for airlines, in p ... Continue reading
Automakers Show Off Flash and Frugality Side by Side at Geneva Auto Show
GENEVA February 26, 2006; Matt Moore writing for the AP reported that automakers will be showing off their flash and frugality side by side at the Geneva auto show as they introduce edgy models aimed at drivers looking for style. But mindful that consumers are feeling the high price of gasoline, automakers at the 76th ... Continue reading
Capps takes Funny Car points lead after semifinal finish in Phoenix
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 2 of 23 CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NHRA NATIONALS FIREBIRD INTL RACEWAY CHANDLER, Ariz. Race Date: Feb. 24-26, 2006 Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net CAPPS TAKES OVER FUNNY CAR POINTS LEAD AFTER SEMIFINAL FINISH ... Continue reading
Tim Sauter 25th at Fontana McGill Motorsports Driver Moves to 18th in NBS Points. February 25th, California Speedway. Running without sponsorship this weekend, Tim Sauter and McGill Motorsports finished 25th in the Stater Bros. 300 Saturday evening at the California Speedway. The top eleven finishers in the race were a ... Continue reading
Cleveland Police Win Mercury Mariner Hybrid As Part Of Ford "Hybrid Patrol"
The Cleveland Division of Police won a brand-new 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid for participating in the Ford “Hybrid Patrol”, a nationwide tour where BP and police departments nationwide joined Ford to boost drivers’ fuel-economy awareness. Throughout the 10-city tour Ford Hybrid Patrol distributed over ... Continue reading
Ford F-350: Doing Its Super Duty
Louis Powell knows the meaning of "Built Ford Tough." He and his Falcon Security Company have witnessed firsthand just how tough the Ford F-Series pickup is in the heat of battle. Powell and his crew have spent the past year and a half in Baghdad and Mosel, Iraq, piloting a fleet of Ford F-350 pickups, escorting milita ... Continue reading
Who's Driving When A Fatal Accident Occurs?
New Study Underscores Need for Teen Driving Safety Initiatives Parents are cautious when their teens hit the roads as new drivers, and for good reason. In a report published in January, AAA Foundation found that between 1995 and 2004, 15-17-year-olds were at fault for 68 percent of fatal crashes in the United States. T ... Continue reading
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