EPA News Release: U.S. Pesticide Safety Highest in the World
News for Release: Tuesday, August 1, 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *U.S.** Pesticide Safety Highest in the World *Contact: Jennifer Wood, (202) 564-4355 / wood.jennifer@epa.gov* *(Washington, D.C. - Aug. 1, 2006) Americans today can be confident that pesticides used in the United States meet the highe ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Omnex India Wins Strategic Supplier Development Partnership Contract
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1- August-2006 Omnex India Wins Strategic Supplier Development Partnership Contract The Renault-Nissan Institute has signed a Partnership Agreement with Omnex India, enabling the Institute to extend their Global Business Improvement Consultancy footprint into India. For many years the Institute ha ... Continue reading
Guy Cosmo - Barber Motorsports Park
For Immediate Release Contact: John Thawley Guy Cosmo - Barber Motorsports Park Race Wrap-Up Though the weather threatened and the track was enveloped in extreme humidity and heat, it would take a broken suspension piece to spoil the day for Guy Cosmo, Bobby Labonte and the Spirit of Daytona MarineMax 09 Pontiac Crawfo ... Continue reading
Insurance Auto Auctions Acquires Salvage Management of Syracuse
WESTCHESTER, Ill.--Aug. 1, 2006--Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc., a leader in automotive total loss and specialty salvage services in the United States, today announced the purchase of Salvage Management of Syracuse (SMS) in Cicero, NY. The 20-acre facility includes a large warehouse for indoor inspections and the Run & ... Continue reading
ORLANDO, Fla.--Aug. 1, 2006--If the key to business success is giving the customers what they want, then Polaris Industries is in for another successful year. The powersports industry frontrunner today unveiled its product offerings for 2007, delivering a variety of new products including an ATV engineered and designed ... Continue reading
Transbotics Secures Upgrade Order for Existing LGV System in the Food and Beverage Industry
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--Aug. 1, 2006--Transbotics Corporation, (OTCBB: TNSB) (www.transbotics.com), announced it has received an order for upgrading an existing Laser Guided Vehicle system from a customer in the food and beverage industry. The fixed price portion of the order totals approximately $500,000. On-site installatio ... Continue reading
Subaru of America 2006 Sales Soar to Best July in Company History
- Sales of Subaru Impreza and Legacy 2.5i models lead company to a three percent increase year-to-date in total sales - CHERRY HILL, N.J., Aug. 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc. sales soared in July posting its best July in company history, with sales totaling 18,923 units, up five percent for the month compared with the sa ... Continue reading
Most Powerful Mustang Ever Makes San Antonio Debut, Aug. 4-5
WHAT: Be among the first media in the world to get behind the wheel of the most powerful factory-built Mustang ever. The all-new Ford Shelby GT500 will be making its debut in San Antonio, TX, the weekend of Aug. 4-5, as part of an ongoing, multi-city, nationwide tour that runs through September 2006. WHEN/WHERE: Friday ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 31, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-207 KRUSEMAN LEADS SERIES CRA TO PERRIS OVAL SATURDAY; POINT LEADER GARDNER & "LOCAL" BARNES SCORE AT SKAGIT Cory Kruseman is back atop the USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series standings heading into this Saturday night's racing program at the 1/2-mile di ... Continue reading
USAC Regional Midget Release - "WEDNESDAY NIGHT THUNDER" BACK THIS WEEK AT ANDERSON
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 31, 2006 CONTACT: MICHAEL HARKER (mharker@usacracing.com) DICK JORDAN (djordan@usacracing.com) 06-212 "WEDNESDAY NIGHT THUNDER" BACK THIS WEEK AT ANDERSON INDIANAPOLIS – USAC Regional, Indiana Ford Focus and Kenyon Midget Car Series competitors hope a change of venue will be enough to keep ... Continue reading
SANTA ROSA, Calif.--Aug. 1, 2006--Business 2.0 magazine features automotive pioneer ZAP (NYSE Arca:ZP) in an article entitled the "The 31 Best Business Ideas in the World," for the idea of creating a line of fuel-efficient and renewable energy vehicles to tap into the market created by rising energy costs. The article ... Continue reading
Corrected Stevenson Corvette Race Report FRom Barber Motorsports Park
July 31, 2006 (Revised) For Immediate Release: Stevenson Corvette GT Race Report At Barber Motorsports Park For the #57 Stevenson Motorsports Chevrolet Corvette, running in the GT class in the Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series Presented by Crown Royal Reserve, the big, wide, spacious and beautiful surroundings of ... Continue reading
Dale Jr.'s DMP SIM Racing in Richmond
Dale Jr.'s DMP SIM Racing in Richmond Written By: Ryan Johnston Dale Jr.'s DMP Online SIM Racing will race LIVE tonight, under the lights at the Richmond International Raceway. Do not miss all of the action as the World's best battle it out, side by side racing at RIR in the Unobay.com 250. Tonight, some of NASCAR's be ... Continue reading
eCarfly Receives $6 Price Target from Investment Strategies
DALLAS--Aug. 1, 2006--eCarfly, Inc. (Pink Sheets:ECFL) announced today the company has received an analyst report and Price Target of $6 from Investment Strategies. "Currently we are working on forming partnerships and business deals with some very large companies that will help us generate revenues needed to justify o ... Continue reading
European Markets for Front-end Modules and Systems - Frost & Sullivan Press Release
Growth of the Front-end Modules and Systems Market to Rely on Significant Cost Benefits of the Modular Assembly Approach London, U.K. – 1 August, 2006 — In recent times, front-end modules have been growing in importance due to the enhanced focus on vehicle safety issues and the need to comply with guidelines from t ... Continue reading
CRESCO, Iowa--Aug. 1, 2006--Featherlite, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and marketer of specialty aluminum trailers, transporters and luxury motorcoaches, today reported record net income of $1.5 million, or 13 cents per diluted share, on net sales of $54.1 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2006. Net income ... Continue reading
LONDON, August 1 -- Attn: Automotive and Technology Editors In recent times, front-end modules have been growing in importance due to the enhanced focus on vehicle safety issues and the need to comply with guidelines from the European Union (EU) for pedestrian safety. The cost efficiency achieved through savings in lab ... Continue reading
-- WHAT: Hot Wheels(R) honors the rich automotive history of America's rural highways with a day-long festival in Speed, KS (population 35). More than 5,000 people, including collectors and automotive enthusiasts, are expected to attend. WHEN: Sunday, August 6, 2006 7 a.m. Longest Hot Wheels(R) track world record attem ... Continue reading
JONES, WISE LEAD SPRINTS TO TRI-CITY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 31, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-204 JONES, WISE LEAD SPRINTS TO TRI-CITY SUNDAY Tony Stewart Racing teammates Levi Jones and Josh Wise will lead the USAC National Sprint Car Series to Tri-City Speedway in Pontoon Beach (Granite City), Ill. Sunday night as they continue their b ... Continue reading
Lazydays Named #1 Overall Dealer by Monaco Coach Corp.
SEFFNER, Fla.--Aug. 1, 2006--Lazydays RV SuperCenter(R) ("Lazydays"), the nation's #1 one recreational vehicle ("RV") dealer, was presented the #1 Corporate Dealer award by Monaco Coach Corporation (Monaco) at their recent 2006 Dealer Congress in Orlando, Florida. Lazydays also received the following awards from Monaco ... Continue reading
BOSTON--Aug. 1, 2006--ModViz, Inc. announced today that its Virtual Graphics Platform(TM) (VGP(TM)), a leading OpenGL-based software solution that transparently virtualizes 3D graphics intensive applications across multiple graphics processing units (GPUs) and multiple CPU cores, now supports the new NVIDIA Quadro(R) P ... Continue reading
Softier Launches WAVE-400 Second-Generation Multi-Service IP Set-Top Box at IBC 2006
RA'ANANA, Israel--Aug. 1, 2006--IP set-top box (STB) and client application software provider Softier (www.softier.com) announced today that it will exhibit at IBC 2006, Sept. 8-12 in Amsterdam where the company will demonstrate a range of STB products targeted to IPTV operators and service providers delivering advance ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, Aug. 1 -- Virginia Railway Express exercised its option order for an additional 50 bi-level passenger rail cars from Sumitomo Corporation of America and its car builder partner Nippon Sharyo, Ltd. The contract was executed on July 27th, 2006, and is in addition to the current VRE order for 11 bi-level cars th ... Continue reading
FREMONT, Calif. & WAYNE, Pa.--Aug. 1, 2006--Infosys Technologies Limited today announced that Triumph Group, Inc., a global supplier of aerospace systems, components and services, has signed a three year Center of Excellence (CoE) agreement with Infosys. By partnering with Infosys on this CoE, Triumph will be able to l ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 31, 2006 CONTACT: MICHAEL HARKER (mharker@usacracing.com) DICK JORDAN (djordan@usacracing.com) 06-210 ROBERTSON CATCHING MARTZ IN MIDWEST PAVEMENT FOCUS MIDGETS; DIRT PORTION RESUMES SUNDAY INDIANAPOLIS – James Robertson has quietly been catching two-time USAC Ford Focus Midget Car Series c ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 31, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-206 MERIDIAN SPEEDWAY WELCOMES SPRINTS BACK SATURDAY; HUNT EXTENDS WESTERN LEAD WITH ALTAMONT TRIUMPH Tony Hunt of Lincoln, Calif. will take a 46-point lead over Mike Murgoitio into this Saturday's USAC Western Sprint Car race at Meridian Speedw ... Continue reading
Wolverine Advanced Materials Expands into Diverse Markets
INKSTER, Michigan, August 1 -- - EaglePicher Incorporated Completes Restructuring - European Market Served Through EaglePicher Wolverine GmbH - Wolverine Advanced Materials Acquires Assets of EaglePicher Wolverine Gasket EaglePicher Incorporated (EPI), and its U.S. subsidiaries, including EaglePicher Wolverine Gasket, ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Celebrates Fifth Anniversary of 'Behind the Lens' Award by Honoring Quincy Jones
* Quincy Jones introduced Oprah Winfrey and Whoopi Goldberg to the movie world as co-producer of "The Color Purple" * Award recognizes individual achievements of those behind the scenes in the television and film industry * Previous DaimlerChrysler "Behind the Lens" award recipients include Reuben Cannon, Gordon Parks, ... Continue reading
Kelderman's front 4-link for F-650
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New Website Helps You Scope Out Your Next Date While You're Scooping the Highway
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 1 -- We use dozens of ways to meet people. Bars, clubs, family, friends, church, and other social scenes -- we've tried them all. But where do we actually spend most of our time and see the most interesting people? In our cars! Now, you can forget about slowing traffic because you're attempting to sig ... Continue reading
First of Three for Team JNE Consulting At Peterborough Speedway Milton, On; The fast 1/3 mile oval will play host Saturday August 5th to the OSCAAR Outlaw Super Late Models and current points leader and winner of three of the first five feature events of 2006. John Fletcher and Team JNE Consulting have always had a spe ... Continue reading
Race of Champions, Sprint Bandit Tour live audio webcast slated for August
Race of Champions, Sprint Bandit Tour live audio webcast slated for August For Immediate release Contact: Shawn T. Wood shawn@thedirttrackchannel.com August 1, 2006 SELINSGROVE, PA -- As the country continues to bake in a heat wave, the action will be heating up on The Dirt Track Channel with seven nights of action pac ... Continue reading
Titan Tire Corporation Acquires CTNA's OTR Facility
QUINCY, Ill.--Aug. 1, 2006--Titan Tire Corporation of Bryan today announced it has acquired the off-the-road (OTR) tire facility of Continental Tire North America, Inc. (CTNA) in Bryan, Ohio. The agreement was reached on July 31 for an approximate purchase price of $53 million U.S. dollars. "CTNA is pleased to have rea ... Continue reading
DALLAS--Aug. 1, 2006--Whether boarding a business jet to the next NFL Fox broadcast, racing to meet his NASCAR team or cruising to his Dallas Ford dealership, Troy Aikman manages his Hall of Fame career at full throttle. You'd think after 12 bruising NFL seasons, six Pro Bowl selections, four NFC title games and three ... Continue reading
Wayfinder Tops New ABI Research European Aftermarket Navigation Vendor Matrix Rankings
OYSTER BAY, N.Y.--Aug. 1, 2006--Wayfinder has been ranked at the top of the latest European Aftermarket Navigation Vendor Matrix released by ABI Research. TomTom and Alturion claimed the second and third spots in the company's most recent vendor evaluation. The Vendor Matrix is an analytical tool developed by ABI Resea ... Continue reading
GRANDVILLE, Mich.--Aug. 1, 2006--X-Rite, Incorporated today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended July 1, 2006. Second Quarter Highlights: -- Second quarter net sales of $32.0 million, compared to $33.0 million in the second quarter of 2005 -- Cost control measures reduced comparable operating co ... Continue reading
Chase Auto Finance Expands Presence in Atlanta Area
GARDEN CITY, N.Y.--Aug. 1, 2006--Chase Auto Finance will expand its presence in the Atlanta area this month by opening a Prime/Near Prime business center to focus even more attention on area auto dealers looking to provide their customers with auto loan solutions. The new office will occupy space with Chase's existing ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Completes DealerWare Acquisition
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Aug. 1 -- DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. today announced that it has acquired substantially all of the assets and certain liabilities of DealerWare, L.L.C. DealerWare, based in Marion, Illinois, is a provider of automotive menu-selling and other dealership software. "We are pleased to announce this addi ... Continue reading
DMS Leader AutoSoft Launches Customer Support Newsletter
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa.--Aug. 1, 2006--Dealer management system (DMS) consultants note that many times auto dealers simply aren't aware of all the productivity tools available to them that are built into their DMS. When dealers know about these tools and put them to use they are better able to cut dealership expenses and i ... Continue reading
CONCORD, Ontario--Aug. 1, 2006--Environmental Solutions Worldwide Inc (ESW) (OTCBB:ESWW) through its wholly owned subsidiary ESW Canada (ESWC) is supplying 1000 catalyst/muffler units to Tri-County International Trucks, Inc., via a subcontract with International Military and Government LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ... Continue reading
More drivers will be announced as event nears! BROOKLYN, Mich., Aug. 1 -- NASCAR legend Ernie Irvan has set the initial field of participating drivers for the second of his track walk events this summer to raise awareness for Traumatic Brain Injury -- the Leadership and Awareness to Promote Safety (L.A.P.S.) Walk, sche ... Continue reading
Hexion Specialty Chemicals Sells Engineering Thermoplastics Business Taroplast SpA
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Aug. 1, 2006--Hexion Specialty Chemicals announced today that is has sold its Italian-based engineering thermoplastics business, Taroplast SpA, to Giuseppe Squeri & C., SpA. The sale includes two manufacturing facilities located in Pieveottoville and Soragna, Italy. The business had 2005 sales of approx ... Continue reading
ICE Industries Expands Capacity With Purchase of Eight Presses
TOLEDO, Ohio--Aug. 1, 2006--In an effort to meet growing demand for high-volume stampings for its customers and to continue to increase its press capabilities, ICE Industries, a leading metal stamping and assembly company, recently purchased eight presses from the former Jeep Parkway facility in Toledo, Ohio. The press ... Continue reading
Milwaukee Mile Chairman Appointed to Wisconsin Sports Development Corporation Board
PRESS RELEASE MILWAUKEE MILE A NEW ERA BEGINS Contact: Jim Tretow, Milwaukee Mile Media & Comm., jtretow@milwaukeemile.com, 414-453-5761 MILWAUKEE MILE CHAIRMAN CRAIG STOEHR APPOINTED TO WISCONSIN SPORTS DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS MILWAUKEE (Aug. 1, 2006) - The Milwaukee Mile has announced that its Chai ... Continue reading
All media credentials can be arranged by Kim Mahony at Kim@oscaar.ca Hot Summer Outlaw Action This Saturday At Peterborough Speedway By Don McLeod August 1, 2006 Catch all the excitement of OSCAAR Outlaw racing at Peterborough Speedway this Saturday August 5 starting at 6pm. Many of the teams are looking forward to the ... Continue reading
Speakers Added to Management Briefing Seminars Lineup
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Aug. 1 -- Four additional speakers will add interesting insights to a variety of issues associated with the future of the international automotive industry at the Management Briefing Seminars, Aug. 7 - 11, in Traverse City, Mich., the annual automotive industry summer event. (Logo: http://www.newscom. ... Continue reading
Vectren Joins National Effort in Renewed Commitment to Energy Efficiency
EVANSVILLE, Ind., Aug. 1 -- In an effort to address rising energy costs, Vectren joined more than 50 leading organizations across the country yesterday in adopting a new National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency to meet the nation's growing demand for energy in our homes, buildings and industries. This comprehensive p ... Continue reading
Evaluate the Key & Niche Companies Operating in the World's Automotive Carburetors Market
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 1, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40152) has announced the addition of Automotive Carburetors - Global Strategic Business Report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Automotive Carburetors (OEM and Aftermarket) in Thousands of Un ... Continue reading
Greenbriar Equity Group Names Mike Sprague Advisory Director
RYE, N.Y., Aug. 1 -- Greenbriar Equity Group LLC, a private equity firm focused exclusively on making investments in the global transportation industry, announced today that it has named Mike Sprague as an Advisory Director of the firm. "Mike's expertise and experience in logistics and supply chain management are well ... Continue reading
SEATTLE--Aug. 1, 2006--Progressive -- "Total Loss Concierge" Finds Cars for Drivers Whose Vehicles are Totaled -- "Service Center" Offers Concierge Level of Service by Managing Repair Process for People Whose Cars are Able to be Fixed More than 55,000 car crashes happen in the Seattle metropolitan area each year - that ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Best July Sales Ever
MONTVALE, N.J., Aug. 1 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) continued its strong sales momentum through July, reporting its highest July on record with sales of 21,591 new vehicles, an increase of 3.8 percent over last July. This brings MBUSA's year-to-date sales to 136,526, a 14.3 percent increase representing the best year-t ... Continue reading
Sizzling Summer Fun In The Heart Of Downtown Detroit
11th Annual Ribs 'n' Soul Festival Weekend at Hart Plaza Friday - Sunday, August 4 - 6, 2006 DETROIT, Aug. 1 -- The 11th Annual Ribs 'n' Soul Festival August 4 - 6, 2006 has the best ribs this side of the Mississippi. The Rib- Cook Off where master chefs smoke, grill, and season ribs to perfection, is a tasty competiti ... Continue reading
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252 Pond Street Hopkinton, MA 01748 GLOBAL TRADE IN AUTO PARTS: MOROCCO FREE TRADE AGREEMENT CREATING OPPORTUNITIES Immediate Release Confirmation: 508 435-4882 Hopkinton, Mass. – Auto parts manufacturers in the Kingdom of Morocco are focusing on the competitive dynamics of the USA aftermarket. Earlier this year Moro ... Continue reading
Company Increases Support for European Automakers, U.S. Dealers and Expediters PONTIAC, Mich., Aug. 1 -- iBiquity Digital Corporation, the developer and licenser of HD Radio(TM) technology, today announced the expansion of its automotive team to meet the increasing demands for support of HD Radio implementation in new ... Continue reading
Let NASCAR Star Jamie McMurray Drive You Home, Courtesy of Crown Royal and Diageo
'Safe Ride Home' Designated Driver Program Comes to Indianapolis INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 1 -- Indianapolis residents have seen NASCAR star Jamie McMurray handle the turns at the Brickyard, but on Thursday, August 3, fans will have the chance to watch him from the back seat as Roush Racing driver, McMurray tests his skills o ... Continue reading
Porsche Cars North America Reports July Sales for Canada; Fiscal Year Results Released
ATLANTA--Aug. 1, 2006--Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, today announced sales of 133 new cars for the month of July in Canada, a percentage drop of 19 percent. For the year, Porsche has recorded sales of 1,242, whi ... Continue reading
Stay Informed about the Latest Emerging Market Developments within the World's Automotive Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 1, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40168) has announced the addition of Automotive Emerging Markets August Issue to their offering. Automotive Emerging is a dedicated round-up of all the latest global happenings and analysis specific to the activities of the ... Continue reading
Toyota Drivers Millen, Stewart, Fangio & Zonta at Monterey Historics
Contact: Jan Fambro RWB LLC, for Toyota Motor Sales, USA (310) 826-2962 jan@rwb-llc.com MEET CELEBRATED TOYOTA RACE DRIVERS AT THE ROLEX MONTEREY HISTORIC AUTOMOBILE RACES PRESENTED BY TOYOTA Military Vehicles, Video/Cell Phone Games, Family Time & Monte Carlo are Part of the Lives of Rod Millen, Ivan Stewart, Juan Fan ... Continue reading
A BUSY WEEK AHEAD FOR ROCKETSPORTS RACING
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Heather Haupt ▪ cell: (517) 927-8472 ▪ e-mail: heatherh@rocketsportsracing.com A BUSY WEEK AHEAD FOR ROCKETSPORTS RACING EAST LANSING, Michigan (August 1, 2006) – The East Lansing-based Rocketsports Racing’s race shop will be pretty empty this week, as the Grand American R ... Continue reading
ADDISON, Texas--Aug. 1, 2006--Affirmative Insurance Holdings, Inc. announced today that it would release financial results for the quarter and year-to-date periods ended June 30, 2006 on Wednesday, August 9, 2006, before the market opens. We will conduct a conference call the same day, Wednesday, August 9, at 11:00 a.m ... Continue reading
Analysis of the World's Automotive Aftermarket Industry & its Major Players
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 1, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40156) has announced the addition of Automotive Aftermarket - Global Strategic Business Report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Automotive Aftermarket in Billions of US$. The specific product ... Continue reading
eCarfly In Full Compliance with Pinksheets.com Listing Policies
DALLAS--Aug. 1, 2006--eCarfly, Inc. (Pink Sheets:ECFL) announced this morning the company is in full compliance with the listing policies of Pinksheets.com. "In an effort to keep our current shareholders and prospective shareholders well informed we have made certain that we are in full compliance with all of the pinks ... Continue reading
J.D. Byrider Exceeds 2005 with 13 Stores Opening
<<Microsoft Photo Editor 3.0 Picture>> For Immediate Release Contact: Colburn Aker 202-789-2424 aker@akerpartners.com J.D. Byrider Opens Five Stores-Surpassing 2005-With Eight More Planned CARMEL, IN (July 27, 2006)-J. D. Byrider, one of the most successful franchises systems, is expanding, even after its founder and C ... Continue reading
McGill Motorsports to Appeal Penalties
McGill Motorsports to Appeal Penalties McGill Motorsports owners John and Nancy McGill announced today that they will formally appeal the penalties levied against the team for the use of unapproved shock absorbers at Gateway International Raceway on July 29th. “We’re disappointed with the decision and we feel that ... Continue reading
News Advisory: EPA to Announce Efforts on Food Quality Protection Act
**News Advisory** For Immediate Release: Tuesday, August 1, 2006 *EPA to Announce Efforts on Food Quality Protection Act * Contact: Jennifer Wood, (202) 564-4355 / wood.jennifer@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Aug. 1, 2006) What: Teleconference announcing FQPA efforts Who: Jim Gulliford, assistant administrator in the Offi ... Continue reading
Reed Sorenson, No. 41 Target Dodge Indy Advance
Media Contact: Patrick Rogers, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, 704-662-9642, progers@ganassi.com Reed Sorenson, No. 41 Target Dodge 400 at the Brickyard - Indianapolis Motor Speedway Advance - 8/6/06 To view the 2006 Target Racing Media Guide, please visit www.target.com/pressroom Target Team Fast Facts: On Dis ... Continue reading
R. Sorenson No. 41 Discount Tire Dodge Advance for the Kroger 200 at ORP 08.05.06
Reed Sorenson, No. 41 Discount Tire Dodge Kroger 200 benefiting Riley Hospital for Children - O'Reilly Raceway Park - 08.05.06 To view the 2006 Discount Tire Media Guide, please visit www.discounttiremotorsports.com <http://www.discounttiremotorsports.com/> No. 41 Discount Tire Team Fast Facts: * The Game Plan: Reed So ... Continue reading
SARASOTA, Fla.--Aug. 1, 2006--Sun Hydraulics Corporation will release its second quarter 2006 earnings on Tuesday, August 8, 2006, at approximately 11:00 AM Eastern Time. Earnings will be released one day prior to the webcast of the Company's conference call with analysts, scheduled for Wednesday, August 9, at 2:30 PM ... Continue reading
LIVONIA, Mich., Aug. 1 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. will simultaneously web cast its upcoming presentation at the JP Morgan Harbour Automotive Conference in Detroit, Michigan, on Tuesday, August 8, 2006. The presentation is scheduled to begin at approximately 10:20 a.m. (EDT) and is expected to run for approximatel ... Continue reading
Glencoe Camp Resort and Anheuser-Busch Help Keep Re-cycling Top of Mind for Bikers at Sturgis
Campers at Glencoe Camp Resort will be able to help the environment and raise funds for the Greater Sturgis Lifecare Foundation by recycling used beverage containers STURGIS, S.D., Aug. 1 -- Glencoe Camp Resort is the home away from home for many of the bikers that will attend the week-long bike festival in Sturgis, SD ... Continue reading
Long Finishes 34th at Gateway Madison, IL – Carl Long finished 34th behind the wheel of the #23 LoveFiFi.com Chevrolet in the Busch Silver Celebration 250 at Gateway International Raceway on Saturday. Long who started in 41st position was off the pace early, but showed the ability to run with the leaders after the te ... Continue reading
News Release - China Southern Launches Daily Service To Tibet
For web version of this email, visit http://www.admail.net/view/449f91/689aad/ China Southern Airlines Press Release For Immediate Release: China Southern Announces New Super Summer 06’ Routes; New Offerings Include New Daily Service To Tibet GUANGZHOU, China, August 1, 2006 - China Southern Airlines, - www.cs-air.co ... Continue reading
NHRA Media Planner: August 2006
To all: Follow the link below to access the NHRA Media Planner for the month of August http://media.nhra.com/calendar.pdf To access the latest NHRA press releases, statistics, video news release information and driver photos, please visit the NHRA Media Center Web site at http://media.nhra.com <http://media.nhra.com/> ... Continue reading
Oakmont Acquisition Corp. to Acquire Assets of One Source Equipment Rentals, LLC
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Aug. 1 -- Oakmont Acquisition Corp. ("Oakmont" or the "Company") (BULLETIN BOARD: OMAC.OB) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all of the operating assets of One Source Equipment Rentals, LLC together with its related entities, One Source Equ ... Continue reading
TAMPA, Fla.--Aug. 1, 2006--In 2000, The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies opened its first Service Center offering a "concierge" level of claims service designed to create a more positive and efficient experience for everyone involved in an auto insurance claim -- customers, repair facilities and Progressive. Ab ... Continue reading
STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Year End Results
MILWAUKEE, Aug. 1 -- STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION today reported operating results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended July 2, 2006. Net sales for the fourth quarter ended July 2, 2006 were $46.6 million, compared to net sales of $51.2 million for the fourth quarter ended July 3, 2005. The 2006 fiscal fourth ... Continue reading
David Stremme Brickyard 400 Race ADvance
CONTACT: Jennifer Powell, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, (704) 662-9642, jpowell@ganassi.com David Stremme, No. 40 Coors Light Dodge Race Advance Brickyard 400 - Indianapolis Motor Speedway No. 40 TEAM FACTS: * Appearances: David Stremme will be appearing all over town this weekend when he arrives for the Bric ... Continue reading
eCarfly Adds Automotive Finance Division -- Chooses Las Vegas as Finance HQ
DALLAS--Aug. 1, 2006--eCarfly, Inc. (Pink Sheets:ECFL) announced this afternoon the company has chosen Las Vegas as the official headquarters for eCarfly's Finance Division. Company executives will travel later this week to Las Vegas to finalize the Las Vegas site. "The automobile industry is a Trillion Dollar industry ... Continue reading
Sprint Nextel Indy Weekend Highlights
Sprint Nextel Race Weekend Highlights Indianapolis Motor Speedway Nextel Wake-Up Call When: Friday, Aug. 4, noon EDT Who: Jeff Gordon, No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet Where: Economaki Press Conference Room NEXTEL Leader Bonus - $120,000 If the points leader wins the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard, he will take home a $120,000 N ... Continue reading
New Tires Make a Wild Race for the Edwards Brothers
Untitled Stationery New Tires Make a Wild Race for the Edwards Brothers at Langley Speedway For Immediate Release July 29, 2006 By: Karla Watkins Edwards Motorsports Hampton, VA NASCAR Dodge Weekly Racing Series During Time Trials, Greg Edwards (No. 27) qualified second and Danny Edwards (No. 26) qualified third. After ... Continue reading
Five Filmmakers Move on to Final Round of the Chrysler Film Project
Chrysler Announces Five Finalists in the Chrysler Film Project, Partners With Silverwood Films to Make $1 Million Indie Film LOS ANGELES, Aug. 1 -- The field has been narrowed from hundreds of entries, and five emerging filmmakers have been chosen as finalists to continue toward their ultimate goal: a $1 million dollar ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Reports July 2006 U.S. Sales
* Sales of Chrysler 300 rise 4 percent over July 2005 results * Dodge Charger sales increase 53 percent over July 2005 results * July retail sales increase 9 percent month-over-month versus June 2006 * Jeep Compass sales finish July at a brisk pace * Employee Pricing Plus program continues through August 31, 2006 AUBUR ... Continue reading
July 2006; Hyundai Momentum Continues With Second Consecutive All-Time Record Sales Month
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Hyundai Motor America announced sales of 47,205 vehicles for the month of July, improving on the one-month all-time sales record set in June. Hyundai's second-consecutive all-time record saw a sales increase of 6.2 percent over last July, raising 2006 year-to-date sales 4.6 percent ov ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces 2006 Best July Sales Ever
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced record July sales of 26,429 units, a 1.4-percent increase over the same period last year. Year-to-date sales for Kia totaled 173,007 units, a 2.3-percent improvement over the record-setting sales pace in 2005. "Kia is charging ahead full steam with our ... Continue reading
- Calendar Year-to-Date Sales up Four Percent - IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported sales of 25,963 vehicles for July 2006 accounting for a five percent increase versus last year. Mazda also reported a four percent year-to-date sales increase versus the same period last year ... Continue reading
Big 3 Down While Asians Are Up - VIDEO NEWS STORY
NEW YORK & CA - August 1, 2006: Higher gas prices are being blamed for the sharp year-to-year drop in sales for the American car makers. But Asian manufacturers are doing well, especially Hyundai. Click below to watch the story. Big 3 Down While Asians Are Up - VIDEO NEWS STORY BLOOM (BLOOM), National08/1/06 1:31 PM - ... Continue reading
Lew Miller's 1904 Electric Car Keeps on Humming - VIDEO NEWS STORY
Lew Miller is mad about cars, but not any car. his pride and joy is a 1904 baker electric two-seater. Lew Miller's 1904 Electric Car Keeps on Humming (AP-T), World07/31/06 2:33 PM - Lew Miller is mad about cars, but not any car. his pride and joy is a 1904 baker electric two-seater. ... Continue reading
GM Delivers 410,332 Vehicles; July Best Retail Month Of 2006
Market Share Trend Continues Positive Momentum - July Anticipated at 27 Percent Chevrolet Has Best Retail Car Sales Month Since October 2001 Pontiac G6 up 80.5 Percent; Launch Vehicles Continue Momentum Small Utilities Up 33.2 Percent Compared to July 2005 DETROIT August 1, 2006; General Motors' dealers in the United S ... Continue reading
Eclipse Leads Mitsubishi Motors to July 2006 Sales Increase
CYPRESS, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) today reported July sales of 10,502 units, an increase of 1.2% over last July's total of 10,376. It marked the fifth consecutive month that U.S. sales topped the 10,000 mark. MMNA last sold 10,000-plus vehicles for five months in a row nearly two ... Continue reading
Acura Announces July 2006 Sales Results
TSX Sets July Record Sales TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Bolstered by record sales of the TSX sports sedan as well as continued steady sales for the TL performance luxury sedan; Acura sold 18,203 units in July, the division announced today. Total year-to-date sales reached 114,504 units. The TSX sports sedan continued it ... Continue reading
Toyota Reports July 2006 Best -Ever Monthly Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported its all-time best-ever monthly sales of 241,826 vehicles, an increase of 16.2 percent over July 2005. Calendar-year-to-date (CYTD) sales total 1,465,368 units, up 10.8 percent over the same period last year. "Market conditions are playin ... Continue reading
American Honda, 2006 Sets July Sales Records
Honda Division Posts July Record and Second-Best Month Ever TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Posting increased sales of its best-selling Accord and Civic models, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced record July results of 151,804 Honda and Acura vehicle sales, an increase of 10.2 percent over July 2005. American Honda ... Continue reading
Porsche Reports 2006 A Record July Result; Fiscal Year is Best Ever
ATLANTA--Aug. 1, 2006--Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, today announced a sales record for the month of July in the United States. In the U.S., Porsche sold 3,202 new cars this past month, an increase of 14 percent ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Announces July 2006 Sales
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Aug. 1, 2006--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) reports sales of 86,408 units in July, which is a decrease of 16.2 percent from the prior year, when NNA posted its best sales month ever. While the Nissan Division saw a sales decrease of 16.0 percent over last year, the new Versa subcompact experienced ... Continue reading
Audi of America, Inc. Reports July 2006 Sales
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 1 -- Audi of America, Inc. today reported July 2006 sales of 7,005 units, down just 1.5 percent compared to year ago sales, as the company is experiencing its lowest vehicle inventories in several years. Sales through the first seven months of 2006 remain on a record pace; Audi dealers have so ... Continue reading
Suzuki's July 2006 Sales up Over Last Year
BREA, Calif.--Aug. 1, 2006--American Suzuki Motor Corp. (ASMC) today announced sales of 8,030 units in July - an increase of 13 percent over July 2005. Year-to-date sales total 64,989, up 32 percent over the previous year. Suzuki's monthly sales records continue its recent sales momentum, which included record sales of ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports Sales for July 2006
Year-to-Date Sales of BMW Group Up 5.3 Percent; July sales off 12 Percent WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 1 -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported year-to-date sales of 180,857 vehicles, an increase of 5.3 percent over the 171,683 vehicles sold in the first seven months of 2005. The BMW Group a ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Reports July 2006 Sales Increase
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. â August 1, 2006- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today reported July sales of 22,627, a 5.0% increase over prior year July sales of 21,553. Signifying Volkswagenâs return to its roots, the Rabbit posted July sales of 2,109. This is the highest monthly Golf/ Rabbit sales figure since 2002. The ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Reports 2006 Best July Sales Ever
MONTVALE, N.J. August 1, 2006; Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) continued its strong sales momentum through July, reporting its highest July on record with sales of 21,591 new vehicles, an increase of 3.8 percent over last July. This brings MBUSAâs year-to-date sales to 136,526, a 14.3 percent increase representing the b ... Continue reading
Ford S-MAX Brings New Ford Customers in First Three Months
Half of S-MAX customers are new to Ford brand Top-of-the-line Titanium model is favorite choice COLOGNE, Aug. 1, 2006 â The innovative Ford S-MAX, which combines style, space and sporty design, is bringing thousands of new customers to the Ford brand. Three months after the S-MAX went on sale in selected markets a ... Continue reading
* Retail sales for the Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln Zephyr were a record 19,440 in July, up 18 percent compared with June. Total sales (including fleet deliveries) for the company's new mid-size sedans were 20,129. * Overall, Ford's July retail sales were up 7 percent compared with June - the second best ret ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars of North America- July 2006 Sales Report
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC reports July sales of 10,338 units in the United States*, down 10 percent compared to the same period last year. Overall in North America (United States including Puerto Rico, Canada, and Mexico), 11,307 units were sold. For the month, sales were down 12.2 perc ... Continue reading
- Chrysler Group Reports Sales of 150,349 Vehicles, a 37 Percent Decrease for July 2006 - Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Sales of 21,591 Vehicles, a 4 Percent Increase for July 2006 NEW YORK, Aug. 1 -- DaimlerChrysler AG , the third largest U.S. auto maker, today reported total group sales of 171,940 passenger vehicles in t ... Continue reading
FedEx to Fly U.S. Mail Through 2013 - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
MEMPHIS, TN - August 1, 2006: FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. , and the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) today announced a new agreement for domestic air transportation of mail through 2013. The Postal Service and FedEx Express signed a seven-year contract in 2001 for airport-to-airport delivery of mail within the ... Continue reading
Lithia Motors Q2 Revenues Grow; Total Same Store Sales Increase
MEDFORD, Ore.--Aug. 1, 2006--Lithia Motors, Inc. today announced that second quarter 2006 sales increased 13% to $846.5 million as compared to $750.8 million in the same period last year. New vehicle sales increased 13%, used vehicle sales increased 15%, finance/insurance sales increased 21% and parts/service sales inc ... Continue reading
Expands LoJack's Education Initiative; Adds Teen Focus to Company's Online Knowledge Center for Vehicle Security WESTWOOD, Mass., Aug. 1 -- LoJack Corporation today unveiled the newest addition to its education initiative, "Teen Smarts," a quick-read guide designed to provide new drivers with important information to k ... Continue reading
EaglePicher Completes Restructuring
INKSTER, Michigan, August 1 -- EaglePicher Incorporated (EPI) and its U.S. subsidiaries have successfully completed their Chapter 11 restructuring process. Today, pursuant to their confirmed plan of reorganization, substantially all the assets of EPI and its U.S. subsidiaries were transferred to the newly formed EagleP ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Truck Reports Third Quarter EPS
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Aug. 1, 2006-- Raises Full-Year Fiscal 2006 EPS Estimate Range to $2.70 - $2.75 and Announces Fiscal 2007 EPS Estimate Range of $3.05 - $3.15 Oshkosh Truck Corporation , a leading manufacturer of specialty trucks and truck bodies, today reported that, for the quarter ended June 30, 2006, earnings per sha ... Continue reading
Premier Car Club Provides Exotic Car Ownership Alternative for New England
Ownership costs keep many from purchasing exotic cars. A Premier Car Club membership provides easy access to an array of exotic, luxury, and classic cars for business and personal use. SALEM, N.H., July 31 -- Almost everyone can find something to enjoy about fine automobiles. That is what Keith Wolters, Manager of Prem ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz G 55 AMG Kompressor Now With 500 hp
Affalterbach, Jul 31, 2006: What is perhaps the strongest character in the Mercedes-AMG model range has been given a shot in the arm. Increased to 368 kW/500 hp, the output of the G 55 AMG now exceeds that of the predecessor model by 18 kW/24 hp. At the same time this classic cross-country vehicle has been treated to e ... Continue reading
Colt Blue Leads Mitsubishi's European SUPERMINI Charge
Colt Blue joins the range from September priced at £8,499 on the road Sporty three-door style combined with low running costs Huge specification list, including 16-inch alloys, automatic wipers and lights and MP3-compatible six-speaker sound system Free insurance and three yearsâ free servicing August 1, 2006: ... Continue reading
Designer of New Beetle and Audi TT to Spearhead KIA Global Design
Kia Motors Corporation has appointed leading automotive industry designer Peter Schreyer, the man behind the New Beetle and the Audi TT, to the newly created position of Chief Design Officer. Mr Schreyerâs appointment will add to Kiaâs significantly increasing emphasis on automobile design and support the ong ... Continue reading
USRiderNews and iDrive TV Introduce Motorcycle Lifestyle Show
SWAINSBORO, Ga. & DENVER--July 31, 2006--Thunder Wind Productions announced today it has reached an agreement with The Networks Group to launch a new motorcycle-enthusiast TV program titled USRiderTV to air on the iDrive TV channel beginning late September 2006. The program will air 26 original episodes over a 12-month ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, Calif., July 31 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the 2007 Corolla Matrix. Corolla Matrix will be a carryover for the 2007 model year and will arrive at dealerships in August. Also arriving in August is the new 2007 special edition Mat ... Continue reading
CHICAGO, July 31 -- Cars.com announced today the launch of DealerSpecials, an online display advertising product developed to help franchise and independent dealerships turn their used inventory faster through enhanced online listings. DealerSpecials allows dealers to dynamically merchandise their vehicles and build br ... Continue reading
Mid-Ohio Motorcycle Build Attempt Sees Checkered Flag at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rebecca Ackford, 614-793-4620, rackford@midohio.com MID-OHIO MOTORCYCLE BUILD ATTEMPT SEES CHECKERED FLAG AT AMA VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE DAYS DUBLIN, Ohio (July 31, 2006) - The Mid-Ohio Motorcycle Build Attempt, or "Team MOMBA" as they became affectionately known, took on what many called the ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--July 31, 2006--Today, the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) announced the addition of twenty-seven new members who represent a wide array of publishers, technology providers, and Interactive advertising services. "The scope and diversity of businesses that these companies represent is extraordinary and yet ... Continue reading
NHRA Summernationals Fact Sheet, Aug. 4-6
Contacts: Infineon Raceway: Diana Rose 707-933-3918 NHRA: Jerrie Foss 626-278-1956 CAL-STEAM/Kohler NHRA Summernationals, Aug. 4-6 FACT SHEET WHAT: Infineon Raceway will host the CAL-STEAM/Kohler Summernationals, as part of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, presented by Korbel. This marks the fourth of seven event ... Continue reading
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., July 31 -- Targeting new-vehicle buyers at travel, special interest and finance Web sites is considerably more effective for upper-funnel brand marketing than placing advertising on most automotive shopping sites, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Online Media Study(SM) -- Wave 1 ... Continue reading
Piston Group Names President and CEO
DETROIT, July 31 -- Piston Group LLC today announced Steven L. Hayworth as President and CEO effective immediately. Hayworth was formerly President, Global Seating Systems Division for Lear Corporation. "We are extremely pleased to have Steven Hayworth join us as President and CEO. He brings customer-focused leadership ... Continue reading
Jiffy Lube(R) Enhances Customers' Wait - Time
AlivePromo to Deploy New J-TV Media Network in Waiting Rooms Across North America HOUSTON, July 31 -- Waiting for the J-Team to service your vehicle just got a lot more entertaining. Jiffy Lube International, the nation's leading fast oil change provider, and Minneapolis digital sign company AlivePromo, Inc. today anno ... Continue reading
ANAHEIM, Calif.--July 31, 2006--Iteris Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in vision-based technologies and Intelligent Transportation Systems that optimize traffic flow and enhance driver safety, today announced that another of the world's leading truck original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) will offer its award-winning Lane D ... Continue reading
The Glen Marks 'Mad Max' Papis' Debut in NASCAR(R) NEXTEL Cup With Furniture Row(R) Racing
DENVER, July 31 -- Road-racing specialist Max Papis has earned another notch in his belt. Papis will make his driving debut in his career first NEXTEL Cup race with Furniture Row(R) Racing. Papis will be driving the #78 Chevy Monte Carlo at Watkins Glen International road course on August 13th. Furniture Row(R) Racing ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Reports Third-Quarter Fiscal Year 2006 Results
Raises Full-Year Earnings and Free Cash Flow Guidance TROY, Mich., July 31 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. today reported financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2006. Third-Quarter Fiscal Year 2006 Highlights * Record sales of $2.5 billion, up 4 percent from the third quarter of fiscal 2005. * Net income w ... Continue reading
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