Subaru CEO Says Toyota Hybrid Technology, Our Own Diesel
TOKYO, March 25, 2006 Chang-Ran Kim writing for Reuters reported that Japan's Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. , the maker of Subaru cars, is developing a diesel engine with an eye to mounting it on its flagship model in Europe as early as the end of next year, its president said. Chief Executive Kyoji Takenaka told a small ... Continue reading
NYSE Practice Report, 2006 Homestead-Miami Indy 300
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USAC Release - JONES FASTEST IN FRIDAY'S DOUBLE SESSION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 24, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN JONES FASTEST IN FRIDAY'S DOUBLE SESSION HOMESTEAD, Fla. – Twelve-time Silver Crown Series presented by K&N Engineering starter P.J. Jones scored a best 171.401 mph (31.190 seconds) during Friday’s second session, the fastest in the se ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series - FRI from Bradenton Motorsports Park
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES ¡V NHRA SOUTHEAST DIVISION BRADENTON MOTORSPORTS PARK FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2006 Contact: Jill Caliendo, NHRA Field Marketing (626) 327-4207 Rampy ,Thomas and Edwards qualifying leaders after opening rounds at Bradenton Motorsports Park BRADENTON, Fla. ƒ{ Braden ... Continue reading
Cash-Strapped Commuters Finding Smart Solutions in Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-Tax Allowance Gaining in Popularity as More Employers Offer Transportation Benefits; Overall Use of Public Transit Up Nationwide MIAMI, March 24 -- When the Miami Transit Authority hired new employees recently, they weren't drivers or dispatchers. They were penny- pinchers, in a sense, hired to help Miami commuters ... Continue reading
WUHAN, Hubei, China, March 24 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- China Automotive Systems, Inc. , a leading power steering components and systems supplier in China, announced that it has entered a $5,000,000 Stock Purchase Agreement and secured an additional $15,000,000 in financing with Cornell Capital Partners, LP (''Cornell'') ... Continue reading
Eaton Announces Acquisition of Marina Power and Lighting
CLEVELAND--March 24, 2006--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation announced today it has acquired Marina Power and Lighting, a manufacturer of marine duty electrical distribution products. Terms were not disclosed. Marina Power and Lighting manufactures dockside power pedestals, marine power distribution ... Continue reading
BETTENDORF, Iowa & EDISON, N.J.--March 24, 2006--Fraud Resource Group, a business, insurance and identity fraud investigative and consulting firm, is using StrikeForce Technologies' products to launch its unique Trusted Customer(TM) program, a Web-based identity validation and authentication service that helps prevent ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--March 24, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c34724) has announced the addition of Automotive Components Manufacturers - March Issue to their offering. Automotive Component Manufacturers is a dedicated round-up of all the latest global happenings on all the activities ... Continue reading
Heartland Express Makes Announcement Concerning Chief Executive Officer Russell Gerdin
CORALVILLE, Iowa--March 24, 2006--Heartland Express, Inc. . The company's board of directors issued the following statement: "Recognizing our responsibility to make public significant events in our organization, we regret to announce that our chief executive officer, Russell Gerdin, was diagnosed with liver cancer this ... Continue reading
ICOP Digital Announces 2005 Year End Results
LENEXA, Kan., March 24 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. (NYSE Arca: ICOP), a leading provider of digital in-car video systems for law enforcement, today reported its financial results for the three months and fiscal year ended December 31, 2005. Financial Highlights for Fiscal Year 2005, Ended December 31, 2005 Compared to Fiscal ... Continue reading
Jegs.com NHRA Cajun SPORTSnationals Dignitaries named
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Field Marketing, (626) 914-4761 WELLS, NICKERSON TAPPED TO SERVE AS DIGNITARIES FOR JEGS.com NHRA CAJUN SPORTSNATIONALS GLENDORA, Calif. (March 23, 2006) - JEG'S Automotive, Inc. has named Dick Wells to serve as the Grand Marshal for the 3rd Annual Jegs.com NHRA Cajun SPORTSnationals ... Continue reading
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--March 24, 2006-- All $400 Million 6.25 Percent Senior Notes Due 2012 to be Immediately Retired Navistar International Corporation announced today the expiration and final results of its cash tender offer and consent solicitation with respect to its outstanding $220.0 million in aggregate principal am ... Continue reading
News Release: U.S. and Mexico Progress on Key Environmental Border Issues
* * News for Release: Friday, March 24, 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)* **U.S.** and **Mexico** Progress on Key Environmental Border Issues *Contact: Suzanne Ackerman, (202) 564-4355 / ackerman.suzanne@epa.gov* *(Washington, D.C. - March 24, 2006) The U.S.-Mexico border region is one of the most ecolog ... Continue reading
News Release: U.S., Mexico to Collaborate on Capture and Reuse of Methane Gas
News for Release: Friday, March 24, 2006 *U.S., Mexico to Collaborate on Capture and Reuse of Methane Gas * Contacts: EPA: Roxanne Smith, (202) 564-4355 / smith.roxanne@epa.gov USAID: Jessica Garcia, (202) 712-5606 / jegarcia@usaid.gov* ** *(Washington, D.C. - March 24, 2006) To improve the environment at local and glo ... Continue reading
Obsidian Enterprises, Inc. Going Private Transaction Completed
INDIANAPOLIS, March 24 -- Obsidian Enterprises, Inc. announced today that the going private transaction initiated by Black Rock Acquisition Corp. was completed on March 17, 2006. As previously disclosed, Black Rock Acquisition had successfully acquired 90.08% of the outstanding shares of Obsidian and was entitled to me ... Continue reading
HARRISBURG, Pa., March 24 -- Pennsylvania Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced Pennsylvania's investment of $2 million to breathe new life into the former Norfolk Southern Rail Car Shop in Hollidaysburg, Blair County, and create more than 100 new jobs. The state funds will support the purchase and redevelopment o ... Continue reading
PPG Total Service Solutions Wins Environmental Achievement Award For Eco-Friendly Paint Denaturant
TROY, Mich., March 24 -- PPG Total Service Solutions was recently honored with the 2005 Environmental Achievement Award by the Environmental Management Association (EMA) at an award ceremony at the Detroit Athletic Club. The company was recognized by the EMA for its unique, environmentally minded paint denaturant, BC42 ... Continue reading
Satyam Enters Into Application Management Services Agreement with Nissan North America
- Chosen as a leading IT Partner for Application Management Services - Satyam to manage the Nissan North America application portfolio through a multi-year commitment CHENNAI, India, March 24 -- Satyam Computer Services Ltd. , a global consulting and IT services provider, announced that it has signed a 5 year deal to m ... Continue reading
Short Track Brings Tim Sauter Back to His Roots
BRISTOL HERE WE COME! Short Track Brings Tim Sauter Back to His Roots In the 1970’s Jim Sauter was one of the most popular drivers in central Wisconsin, racing as often as five nights a week. Back then, sons Tim and Jay often traveled with their father. It was during this time that Tim grew a passion for short tracks ... Continue reading
Troy Coughlin ready for season opener (NMCA/JEG'S)
T.C. ready to take care of business Decorated drag racer Troy Coughlin will kick off his 2006 campaign April 7-9 at the season-opening Detroit Locker NMCA Hot Rod and Muscle Car Nationals at Bradenton Motorsports Park in Central Florida. The event is the first of seven on the National Muscle Car Association Pro Edelbro ... Continue reading
XcelPlus Reaches National Marketing Budget Threshold
SALUDA, Va.--March 24, 2006--XcelPlus International Inc (PINK SHEETS: XLPI), XcelPlus International (http://XcelPlus.com) is excited to announce there is now an advertising program in place that will allow our products to be sold on the retail level. Global Media Fund is agreeing to increase our advertising via radio a ... Continue reading
Alabama Goodyear Highway Hero 'Saves One of His Own'
LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 24 -- A Leesburg, Ga., truck driver has rescued plenty of motorists from wrecked or overturned vehicles in his 30-year career. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) But when he needed help in a fiery three-truck accident near Atlanta on Aug. 25, it was his rescuer, Douglas ... Continue reading
Klein Tools/Jim Beam Practice Report, Homestead-Miami Indy 300
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CALIFORNIA DIRT FOCUS MIDGETS TRY SEASON OPENER AGAIN TOMORROW
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARCH 24, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 06-38 CALIFORNIA DIRT FOCUS MIDGETS TRY SEASON OPENER AGAIN TOMORROW HOMESTEAD, Fla. – A week after the USAC California Dirt Ford Focus Midget Car Series was scheduled to make its season debut, the series will attempt to make tomorrow’ ... Continue reading
EPA, University of Toledo to Join Forces on Hybrid Vehicle Research
*News Brief *If you need more information on this subject, call the listed Press Officer. For Release: (Washington, D.C. -- Friday, March 24, 2006) *EPA, **University** of **Toledo** to Join Forces on Hybrid Vehicle Research* Contact: Roxanne Smith, 202-564-4355 / smith.roxanne@epa.gov To save energy and help the envir ... Continue reading
XM Satellite Radio Practice Report, 2006 Homestead-Miami Indy 300
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CKD Mercedes Prices Reduced 6.5%-10% In Malaysia
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on March 24, 2006 at 10:20 AM CST If you live in Malaysia and have been considering purchasing a new completely knocked-down (CKD) Mercedes, i.e. a Mercedes assembled in Malaysia, you're in luck. DaimlerChrysler is reporting today that thanks to the new duty structure outlined in the Nat ... Continue reading
GM to Hold U.S. Marketing & Sales Update Hosted by Mark LaNeve and Paul Ballew
GM will conduct a one-hour U.S. Marketing and Sales update and review progress of new vehicle launches WHEN: Monday, March 27, 2006 WHERE: General Motors Headquarters GM Renaissance Center 100 Renaissance Center WHO: Mark LaNeve - GMNA Vice President, Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing Paul Ballew - Executive Directo ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Recognizes Three Dealers as Dealer of the Year
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 24 -- In the highly competitive environment of automobile sales, dealerships are continually challenged to run a successful operation by selling more cars, performing vehicle service and creating an enjoyable customer experience -- while trying to earn a respectable profit. At its inaugural D ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Pricing for New Highlander 'Sport' Midsize Sport Utility Vehicle
TORRANCE, Calif., March 24 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the all-new Highlander Sport, the latest grade in the popular Highlander midsize sport utility vehicle (SUV) family. The Highlander Sport adds numerous refined exterior enhancements in ... Continue reading
Dodge Set for Marketing Launch of All-New 2007 Caliber
Caliber Campaign is 'Anything But Cute' * Starting at $13,985, Caliber offers new slant on global compact car market * Currently arriving in U.S. showrooms, will arrive in international markets starting in the second quarter * Continues Dodge barrage of nine new vehicles in 2005 and 2006 * Cutting-edge campaign starts ... Continue reading
New Study Concludes Driver Behavior Causes Most Truck Crashes
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- Drivers of large trucks and other vehicles involved in truck crashes are ten times more likely to be the cause of the crash than other factors, such as weather, road conditions, and vehicle performance according to a new study released by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). ... Continue reading
AutoNation Announces Estimated First Quarter EPS
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 24 -- In connection with its recently announced stock tender offer and related transactions, AutoNation, Inc. , America's largest automotive retailer, is announcing a preliminary earnings estimate for the first quarter ending March 31, 2006. The Company's earnings per share (EPS) from conti ... Continue reading
Remy International, Inc. Announces 2005 Results
ANDERSON, Ind., March 24 -- Remy International, Inc. ("Remy International" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer, remanufacturer and distributor of Delco Remy brand heavy-duty systems and Remy brand starters and alternators, diesel engines, locomotive products and hybrid power technology, today reported its financi ... Continue reading
AAA Texas: Weekend Gas Watch; Gasoline Prices Maintain Momentum
HOUSTON--March 24, 2006--Gasoline prices in Texas shot up 14 cents a gallon this week, maintaining upward momentum from last week's increase of 7 cents, according to the AAA Texas' Weekend Gas Watch. The statewide average price for a gallon of regular self serve is $2.480 that's 47 cents higher than a year ago. Dallas ... Continue reading
Auto Club: Gas Prices Continue Higher
LOS ANGELES--March 24, 2006--As Southern Californians greeted the official beginning of spring this week, the new season greeted them with the fourth consecutive week of higher gas prices, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's Weekend Gas Watch. The average price of self-serve regular gasoline in th ... Continue reading
ART Debuts New Tuning Package For Mercedes-Benz CLS
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on March 23, 2006 at 12:50 PM CST As I'm sure many CLS 55 AMG owners can attest to, one of the most common problems when admiring the four-door coupes impeccable lines is whether or not to add to the vehicle's already mesmerizing appearance. Although I tend to be more of the standard AMG ... Continue reading
'Infineon Raceway Idol' Search Begins in Sonoma
Contact: John Cardinale (707) 933-3907 Raceway Begins Search For "Infineon Raceway Idol" SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - Infineon Raceway and 98 Rock FM in Sacramento are giving race fans the chance of a lifetime with the first "Infineon Raceway Idol" competition. Aspiring singers now have a chance to sing the nat ... Continue reading
Honda Achieves Record Monthly Overseas and Worldwide Auto Production
Tokyo, Japan, Mar 24, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced automobile production, domestic sales, and export results for the month of February 2006. Honda achieved a new monthly record for overseas and worldwide production for the month of February. Domestic auto production for the month of Feb ... Continue reading
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Team ACDelco IHRA Race Preview Harold Martin, Owner/Driver ACDelco Pro Modified Pontiac Event: Amalie Oil Texas Nationals Location: San Antonio Raceway San Antonio, TX Dates: March 24 - 26, 2006 A Well-Engineered Off Season has Marti ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Announces Production, Sales and Exports for February 2006
Tokyo, Japan, Mar 24, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation today announced global production, as well as domestic sales and export results for February 2006. Total global production totaled 120,252 units, an increase of 10.2 percent from the year ago period. Japanese production of 69,628 units represen ... Continue reading
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