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Affinity Group Holding, Inc. and Affinity Group, Inc. to File Third Quarter Reports on November 3rd
VENTURA, Calif.--Affinity Group Holding, Inc. and Affinity Group, Inc. (the “Company”) announced that they intend to file on November 3, 2006 their Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the third quarter ended September 30, 2006. The reports will be available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. The Company has schedu ... Continue reading
ALLEN JOHNSON -- ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS PREVIEW
(http://www.moparspeed.com/) ALLEN JOHNSON J&J RACING MOPAR J&J RACING DODGE STRATUS R/T _WWW.MOPARSPEED.COM_ (http://www.moparspeed.com/) _WWW.ALLENJOHNSON.COM_ (http://www.allenjohnson.com/) (http://www.moparspeed.com/) TRACK STATS… 6th Annual ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals/The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedw ... Continue reading
Altair Engineering Opens New Regional Office in Seattle
Growing business with aerospace and other industry sectors in the Pacific Northwest calls for additional regional customer support TROY, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Altair Engineering, Inc., a leading global provider of technology and services that strengthen client innovation and decision-making, today announced that it has exp ... Continue reading
Arctic Cat Reports Fiscal 2007 Second-Quarter Results
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--Arctic Cat Inc. today reported net sales grew to $285.3 million for the fiscal 2007 second quarter ended September 30, 2006, compared to $276.3 million in the same period last year. Net earnings for the quarter increased to $20.0 million, or $1.03 per diluted share. This was in the range of th ... Continue reading
Asbury Automotive Group Renews Web Business with Reynolds and Reynolds
Reynolds helps Asbury dealerships increase Web traffic and boost Internet sales with search engine friendly sites and the latest Web marketing tools DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 25 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company has reached an agreement with Asbury Automotive Group extending its Web Solutions agreement as Asbury's exclusiv ... Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Group Reports Third Quarter 2006 Results
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Oct. 25 -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. , today reported revenues of $235.8 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2006, up 14.6 percent compared to $205.9 million in the prior-year quarter. Operating income for the third quarter was $27.4 million, an 11.5 percent increase, compared to $2 ... Continue reading
Eaton Quarterly Dividend Payable November 24, 2006
CLEVELAND--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation's Board of Directors today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $.39 per common share, payable on November 24, 2006 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 6, 2006. In July of this year, Eaton announced a quarterly dividend incr ... Continue reading
Fall Color Show Closes Early Throughout Most of Michigan, Says AAA
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Wet and cold weather, including snow, brought the curtain down fast on the 2006 fall color show, with most of Michigan now past peak, reports AAA Michigan. In the Upper Peninsula and Northern Lower Peninsula, brown hues are replacing the once-dominant reds, yellow and oranges, and many leave ... Continue reading
Fans Debut Their View of Mopar(R) Life at Mo-Pod.com
* Info about New Enthusiast Video * What is Mo-Pod.com? CENTER LINE, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Mopar(R) enthusiasts are seizing their chance to grab the spotlight and showcase their passion for Mopar in front of a worldwide audience, as another clip featuring submissions from Mopar fans premiered this week on Mo-Pod.com. Launc ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company - October 2006 U.S. Sales Conference Call
You are invited to participate in Ford Motor Company's October 2006 U.S. sales conference call hosted by George Pipas, U.S. Sales Analysis Manager. The conference call will begin at 1:00 p.m. (EST) on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 and last 45 minutes. To access the call, please dial 800-299-0433 about 10 minutes prior to ... Continue reading
FriCSo Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2006 Technology Innovation Award
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 25 -- FriCSo, Inc. (http://www.fricso.com/ ), a provider of patented, environmentally friendly nanolayer-based technology that significantly reduces friction between moving parts, today announced that it has been awarded the 2006 Frost & Sullivan Technology Innovation Award in the field of ... Continue reading
TOKYO, Oct. 25 -- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal second quarter and the fiscal first half ended September 30, 2006. Second Quarter Results Honda's consolidated net income for the fiscal second quarter ended September 30, 2006 totaled JPY 127.9 billion (USD 1,085 ... Continue reading
ICOP to Present at Paulson Investment's 29th Annual Westergaard SmallCap Conference
LENEXA, Kan., Oct. 25 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , an industry-leading company engaged in advancing digital surveillance solutions, today announced that senior officials are scheduled to present at the Paulson Investment's 29th Annual Westergaard SmallCap Conference in New York City. WHO: David Owen, Chairman and CEO Laura ... Continue reading
Press Information: For Immediate Release Contact Information Mindy Stephens Ringers Gloves Public Relations 800.421.8454 _mindys@ringersgloves.com_ (mailto:mindys@ringersgloves.com) MINDY’S MINUTE Moorpark, Calif. - (October 24, 2006) This past weekend I enjoyed a weekend at home before heading on a three-week S ... Continue reading
North American Eagle(TM) Prepares to Break World Land Speed Record
EL MIRAGE, Calif., Oct. 25 -- Ed Shadle will perform medium speed test runs in his 50,000hp highly modified F-104, land speed car, the North American Eagle, in preparation of becoming the fastest man on earth by exceeding 800 MPH to shatter the World Land Speed Record. "Continuous testing is the key to our success-clea ... Continue reading
RICHIE STEVENS, JR. -- ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS PREVIEW
(http://www.moparspeed.com/) RICHIE STEVENS, JR. DON SCHUMACHER RACING J&J RACING TEAM MOPAR/VALSPAR DODGE STRATUS R/T _WWW.RICHIESTEVENSJR.COM_ (http://www.richiestevensjr.com/) _WWW.SHOERACING.COM_ (http://www.shoeracing.com/) (http://www.moparspeed.com/) TRACK STATS… 6th Annual ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals ... Continue reading
ROI Brings Rhino RTV® and GWV Motor Home together at 2006 SEMA Show
TORRANCE, Calif.--Rhino Outdoor International, Inc. (OTCBB: RHOI), a business development company that acquires and consolidates outdoor activity based companies is pleased to announce that Rhino Off-Road Industries will feature the Great West Vans Sprinter Legend Anniversary Edition RV towing a Rhino RTV® in their ex ... Continue reading
Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2006 Results
- Third Quarter EPS of $1.06, Includes a $0.06 One-Time Pension Charge - Comparable EPS of $1.12 Increases 14% - Revenue Up 9%; Operating Revenue Grows 7% - Full Year EPS Forecast $4.01 to $4.06 MIAMI, Oct. 25 -- Ryder System, Inc. , a global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today reporte ... Continue reading
Scott Taylor Races for the Championship.
For immediate release October 25, 2006 Belvidere, IL Scott Taylor Races for the Championship. The final weekend of racing in the 2006 Lucas Oil Championship Off-Road Racing series had Scott Taylor and his #8 Skyjacker Suspension BFGoodrich Tires Ford F-150 just one point out of first place. In fact, the top 8 drivers a ... Continue reading
Sell More Cars, Earn More Money. Go From Zero to Hero
From Zero to Hero, How to Master the Art of Selling Cars Greetings! Finally, The award winning book From Zero to Hero, How to Master the Art of Selling Cars (http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?t=irtrnzbab.0.eenmjzbab.evvfzybab.1609&ts=S0 210&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.iuniverse.com%2Fbookstore%2Fbook_detail.asp% 3Fisbn%3D0-595-40105-8) by ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c44052) has announced the addition of Outsourcing of Fleet Management in Mature Markets to their offering. Examination of outsourcing in the fleet market - how are competitors aiming to grow in a mature marketplace. Scope of this title: Ex ... Continue reading
DALLAS, Oct. 25 -- It's a popular notion that everything is bigger in Texas, and now DFW Elite Auto Rental proves it with the addition of the International CXT, the world's largest pickup. With a nine-foot-tall cab, the CXT -- or "commercial extreme truck" -- is two feet taller and nearly five feet longer than the Humm ... Continue reading
Timken Reports Third-Quarter Results
- Strong industrial markets benefit company performance - Actions underway to address volume declines in North American automotive market CANTON, Ohio, Oct. 25 -- The Timken Company today reported sales of $1.27 billion in the third quarter, up slightly from the same period a year ago. Strong sales in industrial market ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Failing on Climate; Renault on Track to Meet EU Target
BRUSSELS, October 25 -- Three-quarters of the 20 major car brands sold in Europe last year have failed to improve fuel efficiency at the rate needed to meet a key EU climate target, new figures show. Volkswagen, Europe's biggest car brand in terms of sales, has improved fuel efficiency at less than half the rate needed ... Continue reading
Vote for Idaho's Greatest Hometown Heroes
National Vote Underway for All-Time Greatest Heroes - Five Per State - in 5th Anniversary Volvo for life Awards Vote for Top Heroes at www.volvoforlifeawards.com; $1 Million in Financial Contributions Provided; Winner Receives Volvo Car for Life IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 25 -- Who would you give a Volvo to? How about Michae ... Continue reading
2006 DaimlerChrysler Behind the Lens Award Honors Quincy Jones for Film and Television Contributions
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 25 -- - From 1964 to 1972, Jones composed more than 35 scores -- opening doors for many people of color - Jones composed the themes to 13 network television shows from 1966 to 1986 including Ironside, Sanford and Son and The Bill Cosby Show - Hollywood and music industry celebrate the producer of The ... Continue reading
Cooper To Announce Third Quarter Results
FINDLAY, Ohio, Oct. 25 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company will announce its third quarter 2006 financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. A conference call discussing the financial results will begin at 11 a.m. (EST). (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010404/COOPERLOGO ) Individua ... Continue reading
Don't Be Left Out in the Cold, Warm Up With Avis Ski Deals
$50 Off Rentals, Unlimited Mileage and a Free Ski Rack PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 25 -- Calling all skiers and winter recreation buffs -- now's the time to head to Avis for ski deals. Avis Rent a Car System, LLC today announced the launch of the "Avis Ski" promotion. Now through April 30, 2007, customers will receive $50 o ... Continue reading
Dover Motorsports, Inc. Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
DOVER, Del., Oct. 25 -- Dover Motorsports, Inc. Board of Directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend on both classes of common stock of $.015 per share. The dividend will be payable on December 10, 2006 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 10, 2006. Dover Motorsports, Inc. is a leading ... Continue reading
STUTTGART, Germany, and AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 25 -- The Supervisory Board of DaimlerChrysler AG has reconfirmed Ruediger Grube (55) as a Member of the Board of Management responsible for Corporate Development which includes Corporate Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Industrial Participations, IT and North East Asi ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c44111) has announced the addition of “Synthetic Rubber - Global Strategic Business Report” to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Synthetic Rubber in Thousands of Metric Tons. The specific product segments a ... Continue reading
Harman International Reports Record First Quarter Results
WASHINGTON--Harman International Industries, Incorporated today announced record results for the first quarter ended September 30, 2006. Net sales for the three months were $825.5 million, a 9 percent increase compared to last year. Operating income for the quarter increased 11 percent to $86.9 million. Earnings per di ... Continue reading
Haskovec Benefit Track Day Expands, Tickets Still Remain for Dinner
Haskovec Benefit Track Day Expands to 150 Slots; Tickets Still Remain for Spaghetti Feed and Auction Kawasaki AMA Superbike Showdown, presented by Supercuts - May 18-20 Wine Country Classic vintage car races - June 2-3 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series - June 22-24 Infineon Cougar Mountain Classic - July 5-8 FRAM Autolite NHRA ... Continue reading
Interface and Subaru of America Partner to Advance Sustainable Transportation Initiative
ATLANTA, Oct. 25 -- Interface, Inc., a world leader in the commercial interiors industry and Subaru, the best selling all-wheel drive car in America, today announced that they have joined forces to create "climate neutral" incentives for Interface associates in the U.S. who choose to drive Subaru vehicles in keeping wi ... Continue reading
ITW Announces Plans to Webcast November 2 Session for Goldman Sachs Global Capital Goods Conference
GLENVIEW, Ill., Oct. 25 -- Illinois Tool Works Inc. today announced plans to webcast its question and answer session at the Goldman Sachs Global Capital Goods Conference in New York City. The session will take place Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 8:45 am ET. The URL is: http://cc.talkpoint.com/GOLD006/110106a_kk/?entity ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Reports Record Fourth-Quarter 2006 EPS
MILWAUKEE, Oct. 25 -- Johnson Controls, Inc. (JCI) today reported that its fourth-quarter 2006 diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increased 24% to $1.86, compared with $1.50 for the fourth quarter of 2005. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030423/JCILOGO ) "We are pleased to report record ... Continue reading
KCR release 10-25-06 - revised
The release sent previously had a typographical error. Please disregard and use this post. Thank you, Keselowski is eager to return to action Eddyville, KY – Riding a string of four consecutive qualifying efforts against stiff competition, Brad Keselowski is ready to run his streak to five at Memphis Motorsports Park ... Continue reading
KVH Press Release: Pimp My Ride Star Mad Mike Wows Fans with KVH TracVision
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Distribution Pimp My Ride Star "Mad Mike" Wows Fans and Clients Alike with KVH TracVision Satellite TV Co-host of MTV's Hit Show to Join KVH Industries at the 2006 SEMA Convention in Las Vegas on November 1, 2006, to Meet Fans and Fellow Mobile Electronics Enthusiasts MIDDLETOWN, RI – Elec ... Continue reading
MANHEIM AUTOMOTIVE FINANCIAL SERVICES (MAFS) ANNOUNCES NEW VICE PRESIDENT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Amanda King October 25, 2006 McNeely Pigott & Fox (615) 259-4000 MANHEIM AUTOMOTIVE FINANCIAL SERVICES (MAFS) ANNOUNCES NEW VICE PRESIDENT ATLANTA - Manheim recently named Jeff Bunch vice president of sales and operations for Manheim Automotive Financial Services (MAFS). Bunch, who begins ... Continue reading
McIntosh Set for World Series Finale in Spain (W)
McIntosh Set for World Series Finale in Spain Montreal, Canada (October 25, 2006) - Canada's Sean McIntosh heads into this weekend's World Series by Renault season finale, hosted at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona, Spain, Saturday 28th - Sunday 29th October, hoping to end the season on a high and cement his stand ... Continue reading
Meridian Automotive Systems Receives Court Approval of Disclosure Statement
ALLEN PARK, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Meridian Automotive Systems, Inc. today announced that the Bankruptcy Court has approved its Disclosure Statement and proposed solicitation procedures, thereby allowing the company to enter the final stages of its exit from Chapter 11. Meridian will begin distributing balloting materials t ... Continue reading
Metaldyne New Castle Receives Centennial Award
NEW CASTLE, Ind., Oct. 25 -- On Monday, October 16, 2006, the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) recognized Metaldyne New Castle and their predecessors with a Centennial Business Award at their Corporate and Foundation Recognition Dinner. The program provided special recognition to Indiana companies that have been in bus ... Continue reading
NADAguides.com Enhances Motorcycle Building, Comparison and Pricing Tool
COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 25 -- NADAguides.com, a leading vehicle information website, today announced the launch of enhancements to its online new motorcycle building, comparison and pricing tool at its website, NADAguides.com (http://www.nadaguides.com/). The tool, available online in the Motorcycle Section of the NAD ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ Reports Record Revenue for Third Quarter of 2006
CHICAGO, Oct. 25 -- NAVTEQ Corporation , a leading global provider of digital map data for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, today reported record third quarter revenue for the quarter ended October 1, 2006. Revenue in the quarter rose 16% over the third quarter of 2005 to $142.7 million. Operating incom ... Continue reading
News Advisory: EPA Announces Renewable Fuels Program - SmartWay Grow & Go
**News Advisory** For Immediate Release: Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006 * * *EPA Announces Renewable Fuels Program - SmartWay Grow & Go* * * Contact: Jennifer Wood, (202) 564-4355 / wood.jennifer@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Oct. 25, 2006) U.S. EPA Administrator Stephen L. Johnson will announce the SmartWay Grow & Go program, ... Continue reading
News Brief: EPA Voluntary Programs Cut Emissions and Save Consumers Billions
*News Brief *If you need more information on this subject, call the listed Press Officer. For Release: (Washington, D.C. -- Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006) * EPA Voluntary Programs Cut Emissions and Save Consumers Billions * Contact: Enesta Jones, (202) 564-4355 / jones.enesta@epa.gov In 2005, EPA's 12 voluntary climate prot ... Continue reading
Next Inc. Signs New Three-Year License Agreement with Dodge
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.--Next Inc., (OTCBB:NXTI) an emerging leader in the sportswear and promotional products industry, today announced that they have renewed their Dodge license with the signing of a new three-year agreement. The Company’s internally designed and produced licensed offerings are some of Dodge’s top sel ... Continue reading
Noble Posts Third Quarter 2006 Diluted EPS of $0.17
WARREN, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Noble International, Ltd. ("Noble" or the "Company") posted earnings of $2.4 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, for the third quarter ended September 30, 2006. In the third quarter of 2005, Noble reported earnings of $1.5 million, or $0.11 per diluted share. Net income for the first nine mon ... Continue reading
Partnerships and Voluntary Programs News Release: More Companies Making Environmental Pledges
News for Release: Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *More Companies Making Environmental Pledges* Contact: Roxanne Smith, (202) 564-4355 / smith.roxanne@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Oct. 25, 2006) More organizations are recognizing benefits to their bottom line and the environment by co ... Continue reading
PennFuture Urges Legislature to Keep SB1025 Dead in Lame Duck Session
Representatives Are Asked to Pledge to Protect the Clean Vehicles Program HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 25 -- After a huge public outcry against attempts by the leadership of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to kill the Clean Vehicles Program, which led to the legislature failing to consider Senate Bill 1025 (SB1025), ... Continue reading
Puradyn Appoints Joseph V. Vittoria as Chairman and CEO
BOYNTON BEACH, Fla.--Puradyn Filter Technologies Incorporated (OTCBB:PFTI), the global bypass oil filtration system provider, today announced that Chairman Joseph V. Vittoria has been appointed by the Board of Directors to the position of Chief Executive Officer as well as Chairman. Richard C. Ford, who has been with P ... Continue reading
Textron Declares Quarterly Dividend
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--The Board of Directors of Textron Inc. today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.3875 per share on the company’s Common Stock. The Board of Directors also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.52 per share on Textron’s $2.08 Cumulative Convertible Preferred Stock, Series A, and $0.35 per share on th ... Continue reading
TRUCKS BRING 30,000 TO THE TRACK
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Anna Hackett 602.268.0200 ahackett@firebirdraceway.com FIREBIRD RACEWAY DRAWS 30,000 FOR THE 8TH ANNUAL TIRE PROS TRUCK & 4X4 NATIONALS Spectators, Vendors, Features, Sponsors, and Racers All Share the Sun and Fun October 25, 2006 (Phoenix, AZ) - The 8th Annual Tire Pros Truck & 4x4 Natio ... Continue reading
Turn One Performance Plans to Go the Distance This Time
Turn One Performance Plans to Go the Distance This Time (Charles Town, WV): In June’s 12 Hours at the Point, the victory hopes of Charles Town-based Turn One Performance Services vanished in a cloud of steam and oil smoke. Despite their bad luck the team is again competing in an endurance race for automobiles. This t ... Continue reading
Vote for Minnesota's Greatest Hometown Heroes
National Vote Underway for All-Time Greatest Heroes - Five per State - in 5th Anniversary Volvo for Life Awards Vote for Top Heroes at www.volvoforlifeawards.com; $1 million in Financial Contributions Provided; Winner Receives Volvo Car for Life IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 25 -- Who would you give a Volvo to? How about Fran H ... Continue reading
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 30 -- Effective September 1, 2006, Tokio Marine Management, Inc. ("TMM"), U.S. Manager for Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co, Ltd. (U.S. Branch) introduced a new multi-line group policyholder dividend plan for qualified Alabama insureds that are automobile parts manufacturers, wholesale pa ... Continue reading
Budweiser Oval Nationals at Perris
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 30, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-314 11TH "BUDWEISER OVAL NATIONALS" THURSDAY THROUGH SATURDAY AT THE PAS This weekend's 11th Annual "Budweiser Oval Nationals" at the Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway will feature the continuing battles for USAC's 2006 National and USAC/CRA Spri ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 30, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER FACCINTO FINALIZES EARL'S TITLE Michael Faccinto of Hanford, Calif. put the capper on his 2007 USAC California Ford Focus Earl's Fast Qualifier Championship by posting the fastest qualifying time for Saturday's finale at Blythe, Calif. Drivers e ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Completes Term Loan Financing; Reduces Interest Rate on Existing Facility
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys – Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation’s leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, announced that it closed on a $120 million expansion of its senior secured term loan facility syndicated by Wachovia Capital Markets, LLC. The facility was amended and restated to (i) increase the ... Continue reading
Autoliv: Financial Report July - September 2006
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Net sales: Up 1% to $1.4 billion Operating income: Down 2% to $102 million Operating margin: 7.2% Strong long-term cash flow During the quarter ended September 30, 2006, Autoliv Inc. managed to withstand strong headwinds from the struggling automotive market and met its guidance of an operating margi ... Continue reading
News Release: Growing Renewable Fuels to Keep America Going
News for Release: Thursday, Oct. 26, 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) * Growing Renewable Fuels to Keep **America** Going *Contact: Jennifer Wood, (202) 564-4355 / wood.jennifer@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Oct. 26, 2006) Promoting the environmental benefits of renewable fuels is the focus of the new Smar ... Continue reading
THE GLEN AT A GLANCE - Media Update
THE GLEN AT A GLANCE Watkins Glen International Media Update Week of October 23, 2006 This news bulletin includes: * Steuben Glass Partnership Announcement * The Corning Museum of Glass Partnership Announcement * Capital Improvements Update * 2007 Tickets and Renewals - November 13th is the deadline Steuben Glass Renew ... Continue reading
Amerigon Reports 2006 Third Quarter, Nine-Month Results
Year-Over-Year Revenues Increase 54% and 38%, Respectively; Income Before Tax Up 65% and 123%, Respectively NORTHVILLE, Mich., Oct. 26 -- Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing products based on advanced thermoelectric (TE) technologies for a wide range of global markets and applications, today continued its re ... Continue reading
Asbury Automotive Group Reports Record Third Quarter Financial Results
Income from Continuing Operations Increases 7%; Up 14% Adjusted for Non-Operating Items SG&A as a Percent of Gross Profit Improves 130 Basis Points NEW YORK, Oct. 26 -- Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. , one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., today reported financial results for the third ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Reports Third Quarter Results
TULSA, Okla., Oct. 26 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today reported results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2006. Total revenue for the third quarter was $487.5 million, up 6.7 percent from the comparable 2005 quarter. Net income for the quarter was $20.6 million, or $0.82 per diluted share, includi ... Continue reading
Lear Reports Third-Quarter Financial Results
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Oct. 26 -- Lear Corporation , one of the world's largest automotive interior systems and components suppliers, today reported financial results for the third quarter of 2006, guidance for the full year of 2006 and a preliminary outlook for 2007. Recent Highlights: * Completed contribution of its Euro ... Continue reading
Le Limo Kicks Off Wedding Package Giveaway
MEDWAY, Mass., Oct. 26 -- Starting today, New Englanders have the chance to win a free wedding limousine package. It's Le Limo Limousine Service's (http://www.lelimo.com/) First Annual "I LOVE LE LIMO" wedding package giveaway - and contestants will need to get creative. To enter the giveaway, each contestant must subm ... Continue reading
LKQ Corporation Announces 2006 Third Quarter Net Income Results Up 58% With Record Revenue
CHICAGO, Oct. 26 -- LKQ Corporation today announced results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2006, with revenue of $197.7 million, net income of $10.5 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.19. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051017/LKQLOGO ) "We exceeded our previously issued earnings estim ... Continue reading
Midas Reports Third Quarter Income of $0.21 Per Share;Retail Sales Turn Positive in September
ITASCA, Ill.--Midas, Inc. reported net income of $3.3 million—or $0.21 per diluted share—for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2006, up from $1.5 million—or $0.09 per diluted share—for the same period last year when the company posted restructuring charges of $1.5 million related to the company’s exit from th ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Reports Record Third Quarter Sales & Earnings
Consolidated Backlog Up 57.3 Percent; Return on Invested Capital Improves to 16.2 Percent CHARLOTTE, Mich., Oct. 26 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. today reported its best-ever third quarter sales and earnings for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2006, marked by a 50.7 percent increase in net earnings and a 21.9 percent increase in ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors to Pay Regular Dividend, Declares Special Dividend
CHARLOTTE, Mich., Oct. 26 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. today announced its board of directors declared a special dividend of $0.05 per share of common stock. As announced in April 2006, Spartan will also pay its second regular cash dividend of $0.11 per share, for total dividend payments of $0.27 per share in 2006. The Char ... Continue reading
UnitedAuto Group to Participate in Gabelli & Company 30th Annual Automotive Aftermarket Symposium
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--United Auto Group, Inc. , an international automotive retailer, announced today that Rob Kurnick, Jr., Vice Chairman, and Anthony Pordon, Senior Vice President, will be presenters at the Gabelli & Company 30th Annual Automotive Aftermarket Symposium in Las Vegas, NV. The presentation is schedul ... Continue reading
ADESA, Inc. Declares Fourth Quarter 2006 Dividend
$0.075 Per Common Share Outstanding CARMEL, Ind., Oct. 26 -- ADESA, Inc. today announced that the company's Board of Directors declared a 2006 fourth quarter dividend of $0.075 per common share payable December 15, 2006, to shareholders of record as of November 14, 2006. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051 ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts to Report Third Quarter Earnings on November 2
ROANOKE, Va.--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories and maintenance items, will report its third quarter 2006 financial results before market open on November 2, 2006. The company will detail its results on a conference call scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. ... Continue reading
Alcan Signs Long-Term Agreement With Valeo to Supply Aluminum Sheet for Automotive Thermal Systems
PARIS, October 26 -- - SUPPLY TO COME FROM ALCAN'S NEUF-BRISACH ROLLING MILL Alcan Specialty Sheet has signed a multi-year agreement with Valeo (France) to supply aluminum sheet for use in the automotive thermal systems manufactured in Valeo's European plants. Valeo ranks among the top global players in the automotive ... Continue reading
Altra Inc. Breaks Ground on Advanced-Stage Ethanol Production Facility in Carleton, Nebraska
LOS ANGELES & CARLETON, Neb.--Altra Nebraska LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Altra Inc. (Altra), a California-based developer of renewable fuel projects, announced at a ground breaking ceremony held today, that the Company has commenced construction on what is expected to be one of Nebraska’s largest ethanol produc ... Continue reading
SEATTLE, Oct. 26 -- Amazon.com today announced the grand opening of its Automotive Parts and Accessories Store (http://www.amazon.com/auto ) featuring over 1 million new, used and remanufactured parts from leading parts and accessories manufacturers. A key feature of Amazon's Automotive Store is its innovative Part Fin ... Continue reading
Amerityre Announces Annual Shareholders' Meeting, Provides Operational and Strategic Update
New President Cites 'Exciting Milestones Ahead' for a Company Working on the 'Potential for Transformation of the Tire Industry' BOULDER CITY, Nev., Oct. 26 -- Amerityre Corporation , a leading developer of polyurethane elastomer tire technologies, today announced that the Company's Notice of Annual Meeting of Stockhol ... Continue reading
Analyze Worldwide Market for Cubic Boron Nitride Abrasives in Automotive Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c44148) has announced the addition of “Cubic Boron Nitride Abrasives - Global Strategic Business Report” to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Cubic Boron Nitride Abrasives in Thousands of US$. The specific ... Continue reading
AutoExtra.com Traffic Explodes in 2006
Over 2 million visitors in September ATLANTA, Oct. 26 -- In only its second year, AutoExtra.com, the second-largest used vehicle database on the web, experienced a dramatic increase in consumer traffic in September. According to Web Trends, a global web analytics market leader, unique visitors reached an all time high ... Continue reading
Avis Budget Group Announces Restructuring of Budget Truck Rental
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 26 -- Avis Budget Group, Inc. announced today that it will restructure the management and operations of its Budget Truck Rental subsidiary to realign the business for greater operational efficiency. The restructuring of Budget Truck and the closing of certain contact center facilities are expecte ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: johnt@c2group.com BimmerWorld Wraps Up The ’06 Season Moving To The Front After a long season of new-car development challenges, the BimmerWorld team wrapped up the season with an outstanding weekend at the SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge Touring Car finale at Mazda Raceway L ... Continue reading
Black Book(R) Online Trade Appraisal Service Launches New Activator(TM) Program for Dealers
BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 26 -- Black Book(R) Online, the Internet-based vehicle appraisal service featured on more than 2,000 auto dealership websites, is now available in an upgraded version. The new Activator(TM) service was launched in early October with 14 pilot dealers and offers six additional features that create ... Continue reading
Hi Harold, I just wanted to send one last reminder that the ultimate muscle bike will be a crowd pleaser at this year's SEMA Show on Oct. 31- Nov. 3, 2006 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth #20473. You don't want to miss the opportunity to come experience a ride unlike any other on the strip. Be sure to stop by ... Continue reading
- MAZDASPEED3 Will Be Integrated Into the Video Game and Will Be Part of a Nationwide Campaign in Conjunction With GameStop and EB Games Stores - IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 26 -- David Teichner, Chief Executive Officer of Channel M, the largest non-traditional media company in the world and leading provider of retail marketi ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c44200) has announced the addition of European Aftermarket Database - 10 Markets to their offering. Quantifies the value and volume of key aftermarket product groups and distribution channels. Includes detailed coverage of 10 European mark ... Continue reading
PORTLAND, Ore.--Compli® is alerting U.S. auto dealerships to the potential requirements of pending Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) regulations meant to help curb the rising tide of identity theft. As currently written, the proposed regulations will change the way dealerships handle virtually all vehicle sales transac ... Continue reading
Cruz Pedregon to appear at SEMA Show
CRUZ PEDREGON, driver of the Advance Auto Parts Nitro Funny Car, will be appearing at the SEMA Show on Tuesday, October 31st and will be bringing his car along with him. Cruz will be signing autographs at the Weld Wheels booth (#40927) from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm and the Goodyear booth (#41409) from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm. The ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Achieves Milestone of 275 Active Financing Sources in its Network
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Oct. 26 -- DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. , a leading provider of on-demand software, network and data solutions for the automotive retail industry in the United States, today announced that the number of active financing sources connected to the DealerTrack(R) network has reached 275, a 37 percent incr ... Continue reading
KARIYA, Japan and STUTTGART, Germany, Oct. 26 -- DENSO Corporation, Kariya/Japan and Robert Bosch GmbH, Stuttgart/Germany, have agreed to set up a fifty-fifty joint venture in eastern Europe to develop and manufacture diesel particulate filters. The joint venture is planned for establishment in early 2007. From 2009 on ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Commits First $1 Million Annual Support in History of National FFA
* Ford Motor Company's 2007 commitment includes substantial support of National FFA events, and $1,000 scholarships for up to 700 local FFA members * Ford has supported FFA since the F-Series was first introduced in 1948, and has contributed more than $3 million in FFA scholarships since 1997 * FFA estimates that agric ... Continue reading
Grand Opening Ceremony for Subaru of O'Fallon
WHAT: Join us for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grand opening event for Subaru of O'Fallon. Owner and President, John Hanna along with executives from Subaru of America, Inc., ambassadors from the chamber of commerce, and even the Mayor of O'Fallon, Gary Graham, will be on hand to mark the occasion. Refreshments w ... Continue reading
GSPI And NRG Resources Present TVT 24/7 Products At 2006 SEMA Show
SAN DIEGO--Green Star Products, Inc. (OTC:GSPI) announced that NRG Resources, Inc. will be showcasing the TVT 24/7 product lines at the 2006 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nevada from October 31 through November 3, 2006. The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry ... Continue reading
Hawk to Explore Strategic Alternatives for its Precision Components Segment
CLEVELAND, Oct. 26 -- Hawk Corporation (AMEX:HWK) announced today that it has retained Jefferies and Company, Inc. to act as its exclusive financial advisor to assist the Company in exploring the possible sale of its precision components group. That business segment of the Company manufactures and sells powder metal pr ... Continue reading
I.D. Systems Receives New Order from Nissan for Wireless Industrial Fleet Management System
HACKENSACK, N.J., Oct. 26 -- I.D. Systems, Inc. today announced that it has received a purchase order from Nissan North America, Inc., a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (TOKSE: 7201.T; NasdaqSC: NSANY), to deploy I.D. Systems' Wireless Asset Net(R) vehicle management system on a fleet of material handl ... Continue reading
In The Name Of Art: The Mercedes GL450 Goes For A Swim
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 26th, 2006 At 10:50 AM CST What happens when you take a new GL450 , submerge it in a giant water tank, then throw in the sultry Eva Mendez clad in a delectably form- accentuating couture gown swimming alongside the said Mercedes model? The answer of course is art, and thanks t ... Continue reading
ITW Successfully Completes Click Commerce Tender Offer
GLENVIEW, Ill. and CHICAGO, Oct. 26 -- Illinois Tool Works Inc. and Click Commerce, Inc. announced today that ITW has successfully completed its cash tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares of common stock of Click Commerce. Based on information provided by Computershare Shareholders Services, Inc., acting as t ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls to Acquire Fiamm's Automotive Battery Business
HANOVER, Germany and MILWAUKEE, Oct. 26 -- Johnson Controls, Inc. , the leading global provider of automotive batteries, today announced it has reached a preliminary understanding concerning the acquisition of Fiamm's automotive battery business. Specific terms of the agreement were not disclosed. (Logo: http://www.new ... Continue reading
Leading the Way to a Healthier Ride: micronAir(R) Cabin Air Filters Earn GREENGUARD Certification
HOPKINSVILLE, Ky., Oct. 26 -- Freudenberg Nonwovens has announced that its micronAir(R) cabin air filters are now GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified(R) -- making them the first-ever automotive cabin air filters to achieve this stringent and widely recognized third party certification of products for indoor air qua ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 26 -- Lexus and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center will partner once again this year to raise funds for medical research. A fundraising gala, The Road To A Cure, will take place Thursday, November 16 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel to benefit The Board of Governors Center for Cancer Research at the Samuel O ... Continue reading
Mazda's Zoom-Zoom Live Event Rolls Into Los Angeles
Mazda Tour Puts Consumers in the Driver's Seat as Prospective Buyers Race to the California Speedway for Zoom-Zoom Live Driving Event LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26 -- Mazda North American Operations is once again taking its Zoom-Zoom Live Tour across the country. Residents of the Los Angeles-area will be able to experience firs ... Continue reading
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 26 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. , a leading provider of automotive undercar repair and tire services, today announced its participation in the 2006 Gabelli & Company 30th Annual Automotive Aftermarket Symposium. The Company's presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at 10:15 a.m. ... Continue reading
Myers Industries Completes New Credit Facility
AKRON, Ohio--Myers Industries, Inc. today announces that it has closed on a five-year, $250 million Senior Revolving Credit Facility with nine lending banks. The facility was arranged by J. P. Morgan Securities Inc., with JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, as Administrative Agent. The new credit facility was ar ... Continue reading
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 26 -- On October 1, 2006 the California Department of Motor Vehicles ("DMV") began enforcing the new insurance law, Senate Bill 1500 ("SB 1500"), that requires the DMV to suspend a vehicle's registration if the vehicle does not have a valid insurance policy or bond. This change closes a loophole ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Truck to Present at Robert W. Baird & Co. 2006 Industrial Conference
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Truck Corporation announced today that its management will participate in the Robert W. Baird & Co. 2006 Industrial Conference being held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago, IL on November 7, 2006. The presentation, including viewer controlled slides, will be at 8:45 a.m. EST and webcast simult ... Continue reading
CLEVELAND, Oct. 26 -- In an effort to increase fuel efficiency through promoting nitrogen tire inflation, Parker Hannifin Corporation has joined the Get Nitrogen Institute. "Parker Hannifin, as represented by its Filtration and Separation Division, is pleased to become a member of the Get Nitrogen Institute," said Bob ... Continue reading
Plexus Systems to Showcase On-Demand Manufacturing Performance System at APICS 2006 in Orlando
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 26 -- Plexus Systems will feature its ground breaking on-demand manufacturing performance system during the annual APICS Conference in Orlando from October 29 to 31, 2006. The system, called Plexus Online, is transforming businesses with process-driven technology to reduce costs, increase qual ... Continue reading
Precision Auto Care Announces Decision to Run Company Owned Center
LEESBURG, Va., Oct. 26 -- Precision Auto Care, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: PACI) announced that it had purchased an existing Precision Tune Auto Care center in Manassas, Virginia. The Company's President and CEO, Robert Falconi, stated, "I am very excited about the purchase of this store. With the experience of running a com ... Continue reading
Press Release: Mitchell Announces Mitchell Dispatch
Dear Editor, Mitchell has announced Mitchell Dispatch and I have pasted the press release below for you. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions. Thank you. -kam ----------------------------------- Press Release: Mitchell Announces Mitchell DispatchT Industry's only web-based system provides street leve ... Continue reading
Reynolds and Reynolds Announces Closing of Merger With Universal Computer Systems
DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 26 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company today announced that its merger with Universal Computer Systems Inc. has closed. Reynolds shares will be de-listed from the New York Stock Exchange effective with the opening of business on October 27, 2006. The company also announced that Fin O'Neill, Reynolds ... Continue reading
Sallie B. Bailey to Join Ferro Corporation as Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
CLEVELAND--Ferro Corporation announced today that Sallie B. Bailey will join the Company on January 2, 2007, as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Bailey will replace Thomas M. Gannon. Mr. Gannon has been Vice President and Chief Financial Officer since joining Ferro in 2003. Ms. Bailey currently serves as ... Continue reading
Scania and DAF Select Iteris as Supplier of Lane Departure Warning Systems for Long-Haulage Trucks
ANAHEIM, Calif.--Iteris, Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in the development of vision-based technology that enhances driver safety, today announced that Scania and DAF, two of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks for heavy transport applications, will offer Iteris’ Lane Departure Warning (LDW) technology as a cust ... Continue reading
Blues and browns emerge and silver evolves as paint technology continues to advance TROY, Mich., Oct. 26 -- The color silver has topped the automotive color charts once again this year, maintaining its supremacy as the most popular car color in North America. But in the future it will take on a fresh appearance as blue ... Continue reading
Smart ForTwo Set To Play Cupid In Ridley Scott's New Film "A Good Year"
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 26th, 2006 At 9:20 AM CST First, it played Clouseau’s cop car in "The Pink Panther"; then, it provided Tom Hanks with a quick getaway in "The Da Vinci Code"; next, it became the perfect vehicle for Garfield’s owner Jon Arbuckle in "Garfield 2"; and now, in what will be the ... Continue reading
SRI's 2006 Marketing to the Uber-Affluent Conference, 2nd in a Series of Luxury Marketing Events
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 26 -- On December 4-5, 2006, Strategic Research Institute will hold its 2nd second forum in a series of luxury marketing events - Marketing to the Uber-Affluent. This 2-day conference will take place in Las Vegas and will focus on reaching this elite consumer segment. The speaking faculty will feature ... Continue reading
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call
NEW YORK, Oct. 26 -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. , an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, is scheduled to report its earnings for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2006 on Monday, October 30, 2006 before the opening of the stock market. Management will hold a conference call ... Continue reading
CarProof & Strathcom Media Partnership EDMONTON, Alberta and LONDON, Ontario, Oct. 26 -- Strathcom Media and CarProof announced today that the two companies will work together to provide automotive dealers, and their clients, vehicle history on demand. This will allow the general public, who is on a dealer website usin ... Continue reading
Superior Industries International, Inc. to Release
VAN NUYS, Calif.--Superior Industries International, Inc. plans to release financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2006 at approximately 8:00 a.m. EST on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Superior has scheduled a conference call at 11:00 a.m. EST that day to discuss its results for the third quarter. A l ... Continue reading
Tenneco to Webcast Presentation at the 30th Annual Gabelli Automotive Aftermarket Symposium
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Oct. 26 -- Tenneco will participate in the 30th Annual Gabelli Automotive Aftermarket Symposium Conference to be held in Las Vegas, on Tuesday, October 31, 2006. Ken Trammell, the company's Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will present at 10:45 a.m. ET. (Logo: http://www.newscom. ... Continue reading
Timken Solves Problem in Indonesian Mill
Bearings, other solutions eliminate downtime CANTON, Ohio, Oct. 26 -- The Timken Company has added PT Essar, the largest private steel producer in Indonesia and part of the Essar Group, to its customer base. Timken is supplying the replacement bearings for one of Essar's mills through an authorized Timken distributor, ... Continue reading
Tony Pedregon to appear at SEMA Show
TONY PEDREGON, driver of the Q Power Nitro Funny Car, will be appearing at the SEMA Show on Wednesday, November 1st and will be bringing his car along with him. Tony will be signing autographs at the Q booth (#27531) from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, the Goodyear booth (#41409) from 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm and the Weld Wheels booth ( ... Continue reading
TRW Electronic Stability Systems Put the New Ford Edge at the Leading Edge of Active Safety
LIVONIA, Mich., Oct. 26 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , the global leader in active and passive safety systems, is supplying the new Ford Edge with advanced electronic braking systems including the integration of Ford's Roll Stability Control (RSC). The system is being supplied from TRW's Kelsey-Hayes Company subsid ... Continue reading
United Components to Release Third Quarter 2006 Earnings on November 15, 2006
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--United Components, Inc. will report financial results for the third quarter of 2006 on Wednesday November 15, 2006. Following the earnings release, the Company will conduct its quarterly conference call for investors and other interested parties on Thursday November 16, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time ... Continue reading
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Oct. 26 -- Halla Climate Control Corporation, an affiliate of Visteon Corporation , has been named a finalist in the 2007 Automotive News PACE Award Competition for its innovative Wave Blade Fan and Saw Tooth Shroud cooling fan module. The PACE (Premier Automotive Suppliers' Contribution to E ... Continue reading
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Oct. 26 -- Visteon Corporation earned an honorable mention in the 2007 Automotive News PACE Award competition for its MACH(R) DSP technology for HD Radio(TM) reception. This patented technology was the springboard for Visteon's HD Radio receiver. Last year, Visteon joined BMW to bring the fir ... Continue reading
* DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund and New Detroit Science Center accept second-year applications for $87,000 teacher awards program * Deadline for applications is December 31, 2006; Winners will be announced in May 2007 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 26 -- The DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund and the New Detroit Science Ce ... Continue reading
World Fuel Services Corporation Conference Call Advisory
MIAMI, Oct. 26 -- World Fuel Services Corporation invites you to participate in a conference call with its management team to discuss the Company's results for its third quarter of 2006, which it plans to release on Wednesday, November 8, 2006, after the close of the market. WHEN: Thursday, November 9, 2006, at 11:00 A ... Continue reading
Terry O'Reilly and Pat McDowell to Race a Restored 1949 Lincoln That Ran This Famous 2,200-Mile Race in 1950 - Only Such Original Car in the Field SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 30 -- Terry O'Reilly and Pat McDowell, two veteran Bay Area vintage car racers, have formed a team called "Two Boars Racing" and have entered their 1 ... Continue reading
Arctic Cat Announces New $20 Million Share Repurchase Program
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--Arctic Cat Inc. today announced that its board of directors has authorized a new share repurchase program of up to $20 million of its common stock. Share repurchases under this program may be made through open market and privately negotiated transactions from time to time and in such amounts a ... Continue reading
Hybrid Cars Continue to Reap Green Rewards for Consumers
CHICAGO--The environmental “green” movement is growing, and hybrid and fuel-efficient vehicle manufacturers are reaping the benefits. With the green products market estimated in a recent Mintel report at $500 billion last year and gas prices setting records during the summer months, more consumers have turned to hy ... Continue reading
Southwall Announces Earnings for Q3 2006
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Southwall Technologies Inc. (OTCBB:SWTX) released its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2006 following the close of market on October 30, 2006. Selected Third Quarter Financial Highlights Third quarter revenues of $9.6 million decreased 20% from $12.0 million in the third quarter 2005 ... Continue reading
ExxonMobil Expands Sponsorship with Penske Racing
FAIRFAX, Va.--ExxonMobil today announced that its Mobil 1 brand will be featured on the car of 2006 Indianapolis 500 winner and three-time IndyCar Series champion Sam Hornish Jr., as he attempts to qualify for the NASCAR Busch Series race at Phoenix International Raceway on November 11 and the season-ending NASCAR Busc ... Continue reading
Visteon Unveils Innovative Mobile Electronics Solutions at SEMA Show
Supplier showcases new HD Jump(TM) transportable HD Radio(TM) receiver, Dockable Entertainment featuring Game Boy(R) Advance, and more LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30 -- Visteon Corporation is showcasing a variety of recent mobile electronics innovations -- including the first transportable HD Radio(TM) receiver and an exclusive in ... Continue reading
ADESA, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2006 Results
Third Quarter Highlights -- EPS of $0.38 on 13% revenue growth -- Strong revenue and profit growth at Dealer Services Group -- Acquisition of three Texas salvage sites expands operations into nation's second largest salvage market CARMEL, Ind., Oct. 30 -- ADESA, Inc. , North America's largest publicly traded provider o ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 27 -- BorgWarner Inc. today announced $1.7 billion of expected net new powertrain business for 2007 through 2009, continuing its pace of growth that is faster than that of the auto industry. BorgWarner is a leading provider of highly engineered engine and drivetrain components and systems that ... Continue reading
Imperium Renewables Commemorates Construction of Nation's Largest Biodiesel Production Facility
HOQUIAM, Wash.--With the echo of pile drivers and the buzz of biodiesel-powered heavy machinery in the background, elected officials from across Washington state joined executives from Imperium Renewables today at the Port of Grays Harbor to celebrate the pouring of the foundation for the nation’s largest biodiese ... Continue reading
Geely Signs Agreement with Britain's Manganese Bronze to Produce Luxurious Brand-Named Taxis
HANGZHOU, Zhejiang, China, Oct. 27 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Geely Automobile Holdings Group Co., Ltd. (Hong Kong: 0175HK) announced today that their Company Chairman, Li Shufu, has formally signed an agreement to jointly invest in the production of brand-named taxis with British-based Manganese Bronze Holdings (MBH) and ... Continue reading
Central Michigan University Research Studies Driver Distractions and Dashboard Design
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich., Oct. 27 -- Central Michigan University psychology professor Richard Backs plans to make the roads safer with research that could ultimately help car companies develop better technology which would minimize driver attention failures and design dashboard devices that require less attention to opera ... Continue reading
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American Axle & Manufacturing Reports Third Quarter 2006 Financial Results
DETROIT, Oct. 27 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today reported its financial results for the third quarter of 2006. Third Quarter 2006 highlights * Third quarter sales of $701.2 million * Overall 19% year-over-year decline in production volumes * Non-GM sales ... Continue reading
AVL, MKS Announce OEM Agreement
MKS MultiGas(TM) 2030HS(R) FTIR to be Integrated Into AVL SESAM-FTIR System WILMINGTON, Mass., Oct. 27 -- MKS Instruments, Inc. , a leading provider of process control technologies for improving productivity in advanced manufacturing processes, joins AVL Emission Test Systems GmbH, a major supplier of automotive emissi ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 27 -- BorgWarner Inc. reported a challenging third quarter as solid performance around the world was offset by the dramatic market changes occurring in North America. Third Quarter Highlights: -- Sales of $1,060 million, up 1% versus third quarter 2005 -- Sales in the U.S. were down 14% compar ... Continue reading
Briggs & Stratton Corporation Elects Director
MILWAUKEE, Oct. 27 -- Briggs & Stratton Corporation : The Board of Directors of Briggs & Stratton Corporation has unanimously elected Keith R. McLoughlin a director of the company effective January 17, 2007. Mr. McLoughlin succeeds Jay H. Baker, who recently retired from the Board, and will serve as a member of the cla ... Continue reading
Candy Bowl II Postponed Until Sunday at SSP
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Candy Bowl II at SSP on Saturday, October 28 postponed until Sunday, October 29 NEWBERRYTOWN, PA (October 27, 2006) - The racing events for The 2nd Annual Candy Bowl presented by J&K Salvage to be held on Saturday, October 28 have been postponed until Sunday, ... Continue reading
CHICAGO, Oct. 27 -- CCC Information Services Inc. and SCA Appraisal Company have signed a letter of intent to develop a web service interface between SCA and the CCC Autoverse(R) Claims Services Network, allowing CCC and SCA to seamlessly integrate through a framework of Web service interfaces. This allows the exchange ... Continue reading
Dexter Bean, BlackJack Racing Bring Diabetes Awareness to Memphis Busch Race
MEMPHIS, Tennessee (Friday, October 27, 2006) - - In recognition of November ’s National Diabetes Awareness Month, BlackJack Racing with NASCAR Busch Series rookie Dexter Bean will unload their No. 63 Ford Taurus at Memphis Motorsports Park Friday proudly hoisting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundatio ... Continue reading
Douglas Motorsports continues to Impress at Season Finale
October 26, 2006 For immediate release El Cajon, CA Douglas Motorsports Continues to Impress at Season Finale As Douglas Motorsports headed into the final weekend of racing in the 2006 CORR season, both of the trucks, #7 AMSOIL Kumho Tire Rancho PRO-4 and the #7 Rancho AMSOIL Kumho Tire PRO-2, had a mathematical chance ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--Euroweb International Corp. (“Euroweb”, Nasdaq Capital Market – EWEB), announced today that in accordance with the Company’s program to repurchase shares of the Company’s common stock in the open market or in private transactions, the Company has purchased, as of October 26, 2006, 430,839 shares ... Continue reading
- Highlights - -- Orders increase to $285 million, up 6% from third quarter 2005, led by Safety Products, up 23% -- Revenue increases 4% to $298 million from the prior year quarter -- Environmental Products revenue and income up 10% and 44% respectively -- Third quarter gross margin increases to 26.8% from 24.6% the pr ... Continue reading
Finding Auto Insurance Information is More Efficient With Insurance.com’s New Search Platform
CLEVELAND--Insurance.com, the nation’s largest online auto insurance agency, is dedicated to being an industry thought leader and premier information resource on auto insurance. Insurance.com is excited to introduce their new website search platform that allows consumers to find regularly updated and expert informati ... Continue reading
Five Star Telecom Joins BlackJack Racing For Memphis Busch Event
Five Star Telecom Joins BlackJack Racing For Memphis Busch Event MEMPHIS, Tennessee (Friday, October 27, 2006) - - BlackJack Racing officials announced Friday from Memphis Motorsports Park that longtime BlackJack Racing sponsor Five Star Telecom will unite with promising driver Dexter Bean as BlackJack Racing plans to ... Continue reading
GenTek Inc. Announces Earnings Call Friday, November 10, 2006, 10 A.M. E.T.
PARSIPPANY, N.J.--GenTek Inc. has scheduled a conference call on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 10 a.m. Eastern Time to review its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2006. Remarks by William E. Redmond, Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of GenTek Inc. and by Thomas B. Testa, Vice Preside ... Continue reading
HEGP Reduces Issued and Outstanding Shares By 42 Million
ALEXANDRIA, La.--Heartland Energy Group Inc. (Pink Sheets:HEGP) announced today that it has retired 42,455,000 shares. The company has now completed the divesture of Plantworld International, Inc and as such, the shares that were issued in the transaction have now been cancelled. Roy Thornhill stated: "The board has de ... Continue reading
Eighty Year, Four Generation Family Business Receives 2006 Business Legacy Award From HP Devco October 26, 2006 DETROIT, Oct. 27 -- One of the nation's oldest car dealerships, Bill Snethkamp Chrysler Jeep Dodge in Highland Park, was honored Oct. 26, 2006 with the HP Devco 2006 Business Legacy Award for "decades of qual ... Continue reading
Identify Trends & Developments with the European Fleet Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c44179) has announced the addition of European Fleet Market Database - Top 7 Markets to their offering. The Fleet market database provides an insight into the market dynamics of the leading 7 European fleet markets - Belgium, France, Germa ... Continue reading
ITW Directors Declare Quarterly Dividend
GLENVIEW, Ill., Oct. 27 -- The board of directors of Illinois Tool Works Inc. today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of 21 cents per share or 84 cents per share on an annual basis. This dividend will be paid on Monday, January 22, 2007 to stockholders of record on Sunday, December 31, 2006. All dividend amoun ... Continue reading
GLENVIEW, Ill., Oct. 27 -- Illinois Tool Works Inc. today announced that its board of directors elected a number of senior managers to key positions within the company. Robert E. Brunner, Roland M. Martel and David C. Parry were elected executive vice presidents. In addition, Ronald D. Kropp was elected senior vice pre ... Continue reading
JACK ROUSH SEMA PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
JACK ROUSH SEMA PHOTO OPPORTUNITY Who: Jack Roush, ROUSH Performance & Ringbrothers What: Jack Roush will unveil the “Reactor” Mustang Where: ROUSH Performance Booth #24701 When: Tuesday, October 31 from 10:20 – 10:30 a.m. Motorsports legend Jack Roush and Mike and Jim Ring of Ringbrothers will pull the cover and ... Continue reading
Lear to Webcast Presentation at the 30th Annual Gabelli Automotive Aftermarket Symposium
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Oct. 27 -- Lear Corporation will webcast its management presentation at the 30th Annual Gabelli Automotive Aftermarket Symposium in Las Vegas on Tuesday, October 31, 2006. The webcast begins at 5:45 pm ET and will run approximately forty-five minutes. Interested parties can access a live audio webcas ... Continue reading
* Two organizations with a tradition of entrepreneurial support reach out to small businesses to ensure innovation, economic growth and job creation * Accelerator Program's quarterly seminar modules focus on developing People, Funding Sources, Sales & Revenue and Strategy * Following the Detroit kickoff, Accelerator Pr ... Continue reading
Mobileye AWS Prevents Accidents with Unblinking, Intelligent Third Eye
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 27 -- SEMA 2006 -- Mobileye's breakthrough AWS suite of intelligent vision products offers an ever-attentive "third eye" for aftermarket vehicles that can prevent accidents by providing early warnings to the driver. Using a single camera located on the front windscreen, the Mobileye AWS (advance warning ... Continue reading
Myers Industries to Report Third Quarter Earnings on November 6, 2006
AKRON, Ohio--Myers Industries, Inc. today announced that the Company plans to report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2006, before the market opens on Monday, November 6, 2006. The Company will not host a conference call to review third quarter results. The next regular conference call is ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series-Friday from Thunder Valley Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - SOUTH CENTRAL DIVISION THUNDER VALLEY RACEWAY, NOBLE, OKLA. Friday, October 27, 2006 Contact: Jerrie Foss, NHRA (626) 278-1956 HIGH WINDS BLOW COMPLETION OF THUNDER VALLEY'S LUCAS OIL EVENT NOBLE, Okla. - NHRA South Central division Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series ... Continue reading
BOSTON, Oct. 27 -- Following a successful product launch in Europe in 2005 and as part of a continued international rollout, ParkMagic announces the opening of its new corporate offices in the United States at 35 Corporate Drive in Burlington, Mass. Conveniently located in Boston's "High Tech" corridor, ParkMagic will ... Continue reading
Pre PRNewswire release NADC/NAMAD/NADA
I am attaching a copy of a press release for your review prior to going to PR Newswire. Attached is the same as below for your convenience. MD Johnson, Inc. Mark D Johnson; Pres, CBI, M&AMI 360 825 1756 Seattle Office 561 686 6691 W Palm Beach Office 360 272 8211 E Fax 702 497 5480 Cell Debbie Cupples; MBA Analyst/Asst ... Continue reading
Press Release: SQL Star- Q2 FY07 Financial Result Release
Hi, Please find appended below the Q2 FY07 Financial Result Release of SQL Star. Also attached are the result in the Excel Sheet. Warm Regards, Joysmita Chakraborty, Junior Account Executive, Adfactors PR Pvt. Ltd., Raj Mahal, 4th Floor, 84, Veer Nariman Road, Churchgate. Mumbai - 400020. ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: GEFCO Profiled in New Global Logistics Report
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c44194) has announced the addition of Datamonitor's new report: GEFCO: Logistics Profile 2006 to their offering. The Logistics 2006 Profiler series analyses the top competitors in the logistics sector, encompassing market shares, strategy, ... Continue reading
Sixt Wins Litigation Trial Against Oskar Lafontaine
MUNICH and KARLSRUHE, Germany, October 27 -- - Oskar Lafontaine, former head of Germany's SPD party and current head of the Left Party loses a 7-year long litigation battle against Sixt AG in Federal Court. This Thursday in Karlsruhe, the Federal Court rejected in its last instance Oskar Lafontaine's suit for damages a ... Continue reading
Stoneridge Reports Third-Quarter 2006 Results
* Net Sales and Income Increase * Full-year 2006 Earnings Outlook Unchanged at $0.50 to $0.60 Per Share * 2007 Earnings Expected to Match 2006 Level WARREN, Ohio, Oct. 27 -- Stoneridge, Inc. today announced net sales of $172.4 million and net income of $4.4 million, or $0.19 per diluted share, for the third quarter end ... Continue reading
*This New Car* *Exploring Transportation Alternatives * <http://www.wicn.org/programs/thisnewcar/schedule.htm> ** <http://www.wicn.org/programs/thisnewcar/schedule.htm> * **October 29 - Citizen Action & Government Programs to Achieve Sustainable, Clean Energy* * Worcester, MA --* On Sunday, October 29 at 9:30 p.m. (Eas ... Continue reading
UQM Technologies to Hold Conference Call Tuesday, October 31, 2006, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time
FREDERICK, Colo., Oct. 27 -- UQM Technologies, Inc. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, will hold a conference call with members of the investment community on Tuesday, October 31, 2006, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the call dial 1-866-321-6651 approximately 10 minutes before th ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS--The annual Chevron Delo Tractor Restoration Competition crowned its champions today in Indianapolis. Ten individuals and 10 teams spent the last year under the hood of a tractor working to restore the vehicle to its original condition in hopes of winning the coveted national title. After two days of close ... Continue reading
Volkswagen AG: Interim Report January-September 2006
WOLFSBURG, Germany--Volkswagen AG: Interim Report January-September 2006: -- Increase in Volkswagen Group operating profit before special items of 62.0% year-on-year to EUR 3.0 billion in the period January to September 2006, but still below our medium-term Group target -- Negative one-off effects mainly from restructu ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Anderson pursues championship from No. 4 spot
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 SIXTH ANNUAL NHRA ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NATIONALS THE STRIP AT LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY - LAS VEGAS OCTOB ... Continue reading
Antonov presents world's first high performance car and SUV with 2-speed supercharger technology at SEMA show in Las Vegas Immediate: 23 October 2006 Antonov presents world's first high performance car and SUV with 2-speed supercharger technology at SEMA show in Las Vegas Antonov, a European automotive technology compa ... Continue reading
Capps makes Vegas field on Saturday
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 22 of 23 ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Race Date: Oct. 27-29, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; 203-243-2438 cell; jstropus@earthlink.net CAPPS MAKES VEGAS FIELD ON SATURDAY LAS VEGAS ... Continue reading
Dexter Bean Overcomes The Odds; Will Make Busch Series Debut
Dexter Bean Overcomes The Odds; Will Make Busch Series Debut MEMPHIS, Tennessee (Saturday, October 28, 2006) - - Dexter Bean will never forget Memphis Motorsports Park. After posting the 44th fastest time during Friday’s practice session, the BlackJack Racing team guided by crew chief Jeff Spraker of Spraker Ent ... Continue reading
Guy Cosmo ~ American Le Mans Wrap-Up
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: johnt@c2group.com Guy Cosmo And Mazda Wrap-Up The American Le Mans Series Season With A Solid Performance at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca Guy Cosmo and the B-K Motorsports team wrapped up a tough season with a solid run in the Mazda powered Road & Track / Kumho Tire #8 LMP2 car at Mazda Race ... Continue reading
Harold Martin NHRA Friday Update: Martin Starts Strong, Sits Seventh on Friday in Las Vegas
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Martin Starts Strong, Sits Seventh on Friday in Las Vegas Event: Sixth Annual ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals Day/Date: Friday, October 27, 2006 Location: The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas, NV Harold Martin and the ACDelco P ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Will No. 4 at Vegas
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES KB RACING LLC-owned, KALITTA MOTORSPORTS-managed TOP FUEL DRAGSTER HILLARY WILL (www.hillarywillrace.com) -- DRIVER JIM OBERHOFER (Jim O.) - CREW CHIEF MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz PHONE: 425-557-8899 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net SIXTH ANNUAL NHRA ... Continue reading
KB Racing mLLC: Line tries to clinch PS championship from No. 1 position
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 SIXTH ANNUAL NHRA ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NATIONALS THE STRIP AT LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY - LAS VEGAS OCTOBER ... Continue reading
Long Distance Drive "Paris - Beijing 2006" - E-Class Fleet Arrives in St. Petersburg
ST PETERSBERG, October 28 -- - Seven Countries in Seven Days - Best Average Consumption at 6.8 litres/100 km Cross reference: Picture is distributed via EPA (European Pressphoto Agency) and can be downloaded free of charge under: http://www.presseportal.de/story.htx?firmaid=8233&keygroup=bild Mercedes-Benz is demonstra ... Continue reading
Long Distance Drive 'Paris - Beijing 2006' -- E-Class fleet arrives in St. Petersburg
Seven Countries in Seven Days -- Best Average Consumption at 6.8 litres/100 km Cross reference: Picture is distributed via EPA (European Pressphoto Agency) and can be downloaded free of charge under: http://www.presseportal.de/story.htx?firmaid=8233&keygroup=bild. ST. PETERSBURG, Russia, Oct. 28 -- Mercedes-Benz is dem ... Continue reading
McIntosh in Top-Five Spanish Points Haul (W)
McIntosh in Top-Five Spanish Points Haul Round 9 / Race 1 - World Series by Renault, Circuit de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain Barcelona, Spain (October 28, 2006) - Vancouver's Sean McIntosh steered his #6 KTR entry to a fifth place finish on Saturday in the first of two World Series by Renault races this weekend at the h ... Continue reading
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Kurt Johnson Captures the Ninth Starting Spot at the ACDelco Las Vegas Nationals Event: Sixth Annual ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals Day/Date: Saturday, October 28, 2006 Location: The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas, NV Kurt J ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Saturday from Atco Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTH EAST DIVISION ATCO RACEWAY, ATCO, N.J. Saturday, October 28, 2006 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 FINAL QUALIFYING CANCELED, FIELDS SET IN ATCO ATCO, N.J. - Rain showers combined with high winds throughout the day forced Atco Raceway and NHRA Offic ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: POWERADE SERIES RESULTS SATURDAY FROM LAS VEGAS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 695-6649 KALITTA RACES TO $100,000 BUDWEISER SHOOTOUT VICTORY AT ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS Schumacher, Hight, Line and Gann are No. 1 qualifiers at The Strip at LVMS LAS VEGAS -- Top Fuel points leader Doug Kalitta raced to the $100,000 win in the Budweis ... Continue reading
No. 4 qualifier Beckman pumped after 330-mph run in Vegas qualifying
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 22 of 23 ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Race Date: Oct. 27-29, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; 203-243-2438 cell; jstropus@earthlink.net NO. 4 QUALIFIER BECKMAN PUMPED AFTER CAREER-B ... Continue reading
PRESS RELEASE: Teledata Informatics revenues at Rs 634.3 crore, up 339%
Teledata Informatics Ltd. has announced their Q2FY07 results today. Consolidated revenues for the quarter rose by 339 per cent to Rs 634.3 crore. Please find enclosed and attached the press release for the same. Warm Regards, Aniket Thakur Adfactors PR Pvt. ... Continue reading
Scelzi nails down No. 9 in Vegas qualifying
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 22 of 23 ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Race Date: Oct. 27-29, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; 203-243-2438 cell; jstropus@earthlink.net SCELZI NAILS DOWN NO. 9 IN VEGAS QUALIFYING L ... Continue reading
Troxel lands No. 7 in Vegas qualifying, runs in her first Budweiser Shootout
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 22 of 23 ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Race Date: Oct. 27-29, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; 203-243-2438 cell; jstropus@earthlink.net TROXEL LANDS NO. 7 IN VEGAS QUALIFYING - RUNS ... Continue reading
2006 Sam's Town Challenge Winner Kevin Harvick Wins $20,000 Prize Money at Sam's Town 250 Race
Weekend of Exciting Sam's Town 250 Racing Action Topped Off By the Announcement of Boyd Gaming's Sam's Town Challenge Winner TUNICA, Miss., Oct. 29 -- Immediately following the Sam's Town 250 race Saturday, Boyd Gaming Corporation awarded the 2006 winner of the Sam's Town Challenge to NASCAR Busch Series driver and 200 ... Continue reading
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 22 of 23 ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Race Date: Oct. 27-29, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; 203-243-2438 cell; jstropus@earthlink.net BECKMAN WINS VEGAS! LAS VEGAS (Oct. 29, 2006) ... Continue reading
Bull Wins the Candy Bowl II at SSP
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bull Wins in Exciting Fashion at SSP's J&K Salvage Candy Bowl Newberrytown, PA (October 29, 2006) - The Candy Bowl II presented by J&K Salvage on Sunday afternoon at the Susquehanna Speedway Park is now in the record books with Ray Bull pulling off a last lap ... Continue reading
Capps gets one lucky break in Vegas, but loses ground to Force
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 22 of 23 ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Race Date: Oct. 27-29, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; 203-243-2438 cell; jstropus@earthlink.net CAPPS GETS ONE LUCKY BREAK IN VEGAS, BUT LOSE ... Continue reading
Coughlin says progress made in Vegas (NHRA)
Coughlin says progress made in Vegas LAS VEGAS (Oct. 29) -- Returning series champion Jeg Coughlin's second race back in the Pro Stock ranks after almost a year off was an unqualified success as his Slammers Ultimate Milk/Jegs.com race team continued to make progress with his new Chevrolet Cobalt. Coughlin is using the ... Continue reading
Fw: USAC Sprints and Midgets, Dirt Late Models on 2007 LVMS schedule
USAC Sprints and Midgets, Dirt Late Models on 2007 LVMS schedule ----- Original Message ----- From: Tara Barkis To: Tara Barkis Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2006 5:09 PM Subject: USAC Sprints and Midgets, Dirt Late Models on 2007 LVMS schedule Contact: Jeff Motley LVMS Public Relations (702) 632-8266 jmotley@lvms.com Oct. ... Continue reading
Goring Wins Title and $100,000
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KB Racing LLC: Anderson is turned back by teammate Line in semifinals
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 SIXTH ANNUAL NHRA ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NATIONALS THE STRIP AT LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY - LAS VEGAS OCTOB ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Line finishes runner up at ACDelco Nationals
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 SIXTH ANNUAL NHRA ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NATIONALS THE STRIP AT LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY - LAS VEGAS OCTOBER ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Line locks up NHRA POWERade PS championship
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 SIXTH ANNUAL NHRA ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NATIONALS THE STRIP AT LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY - LAS VEGAS OCTOBER ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Will drops race to D. Kalitta
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES KB RACING LLC-owned, KALITTA MOTORSPORTS-managed TOP FUEL DRAGSTER HILLARY WILL (www.hillarywillrace.com) -- DRIVER JIM OBERHOFER (Jim O.) - CREW CHIEF MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz PHONE: 425-557-8899 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net SIXTH ANNUAL NHRA ... Continue reading
Scelzi falls in Vegas opening round
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 22 of 23 ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Race Date: Oct. 27-29, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; 203-243-2438 cell; jstropus@earthlink.net SCELZI FALLS IN VEGAS OPENING ROUND LAS VEGAS ... Continue reading
TW6802 Video Decoder with PCI and TW2700 Video CODEC Based Solutions Drive Feature Rich, Low Cost DVR Solutions SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 29 -- Techwell, Inc., a leading designer of mixed signal video semiconductor solutions for the consumer electronics, security surveillance, and automotive markets, today introduced two ... Continue reading
Troxel loses close one in Vegas first round
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 22 of 23 ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NHRA NATIONALS The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Race Date: Oct. 27-29, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; 203-243-2438 cell; jstropus@earthlink.net TROXEL LOSES CLOSE ONE IN VEGAS FIRST ROUND L ... Continue reading
Advanced Clean Diesel Technology Display Demonstrates Emissions Reductions Benefits
Local Technology Display to Coincide with Association of Metropolitan Planning Organizations' Annual Conference WHAT: New clean diesel technologies help reduce emission from diesel engines by 98%. Many of these same advanced technologies can also be applied to existing diesel trucks, buses and off-road equipment to hel ... Continue reading
NextEnergy to Provide Michigan Gas Retailers with Incentives to Sell Biofuels
Incentives made possible through Biofuels Infrastructure Incentive Grant awarded by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth DETROIT, Oct. 30 -- NextEnergy, Michigan's alternative energy accelerator, has been awarded a Biofuels Infrastructure Incentive Grant, enabling them to offer incentives to Michigan ga ... Continue reading
JAMA UPDATE NEWS: September 2006 Statistics / Motor Vehicles Guidebook 2006 - 2007
*: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: ------------------------------------------------------------- JAMA UPDATE NEWS [http://www.jama-english.jp/] ------------------------------------------------------------- *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: October 30, 2006 Update 1: Statistics Summary - Sep 2 ... Continue reading
Yazaki Commercial Truck Exhibit Showcases Innovation
CANTON, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Yazaki North America, Inc. (Yazaki), a leading supplier of vehicle power and data solutions to the auto industry, is displaying products and technology that demonstrate its innovation at its booth at the SAE Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress & Exhibition 2006, taking place at the Donald ... Continue reading
Goodyear Stores Getting a Tune-Up
Company outlets use research to create consumer-friendly tire-shopping experience AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- Picture this: Beautiful designs, bright color and attractive, easy-to-shop displays. Are you visualizing a tire store? If not, then visit a redesigned company-owned Goodyear store. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--PRIMEDIA Enterprises, the business development arm of PRIMEDIA, today announced a close collaboration with Thorsen Tool Company to develop, innovate and enhance an existing line of automotive accessories. Geared to consumers and enthusiasts alike, the products managed by Thorsen Tool Company will elevate p ... Continue reading
McIntosh Takes Pole and Podium to Wrap World Series Campaign (W)
McIntosh Takes Pole and Podium to Wrap World Series Campaign Round 9 / Race 2 - World Series by Renault, Circuit de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain Barcelona, Spain (October 29, 2006) - Canada's Sean McIntosh rounded out an impressive rookie season racing in the 2006 World Series by Renault by capturing pole position and t ... Continue reading
TONY PEDREGON AND THE Q POWER RACE TEAM REACH QUARTERFINALS IN LAS VEGAS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 30, 2006 Contact: Allison Holt, JRL Group, (847) 291-7080 x201, allison@jrlgroup.com Janie Vogel, JRL Group, (440) 915-7627, janievogel@yahoo.com Hi- and low-resolution photos available upon request TONY PEDREGON AND THE Q POWER RACE TEAM REACH QUARTERFINALS IN LAS VEGAS 2006 NHRA POWERade ... Continue reading
Musgrave, No. 9 Team ASE Toyota Finish 24th at Atlanta
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IMS Releases DriveSync Bluetooth Upgrade
Customers to Benefit from Wireless Technology without Monthly Fees WATERLOO, ON, Oct. 30 -- Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc. (IMS), a world leader in telematics solutions, released today the DriveSync(TM) Bluetooth(R) upgrade. The Bluetooth(R) technology will allow DriveSync(TM) customers to wirelessly upload their ... Continue reading
Call shotgun and climb into the passenger seat with Dale Earnhardt Jr. for charity
The Wrangler® brand invites racing fans, philanthropic hearts and thrill seekers alike to bid on a 170-mph ride with NASCAR-driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. All auction proceeds (100 percent) benefit The Victory Junction Gang Camp, a racing-themed camp for children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses, based ... Continue reading
Delphi and SEC Reach Settlement Agreement
TROY, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Delphi Corporation (Pink Sheets: DPHIQ) confirmed today that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) commenced and simultaneously settled with Delphi a lawsuit alleging violations of federal securities laws. The lawsuit and settlement relate to transactions that were the subject of a restat ... Continue reading
CarSpace Launches Free Automotive Video Network
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--CarSpace, Edmunds’ popular automotive social networking Web site, today launched CarSpace Videos (www.carspace.com/videos), a new video publishing resource that allows people to easily post automotive videos online in a unique, car-focused environment. “Video is just one of many new feat ... Continue reading
Ferrari Joins Alcoa in Opening New Spaceframe Manufacturing Plant
MODENA, Italy, & NEW YORK--Alcoa announced today that it has opened its new automotive assembly plant in Modena, Italy. The new facility covers more than 5,000 square meters and features state-of-the-art manufacturing technology. The plant, which employs 75, required an investment by the world’s leading aluminium ... Continue reading
Akebono Brake Announces Financial Results for First Half of FY 2006 <7238.T>
<http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> JapanCorp: Akebono Brake Announces Financial Results for First Half of FY 2006 <7238.T> Tokyo, Japan, Oct. 30, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Akebono Brake Industry Co., Ltd. today announced consolidated financial results for the first half of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2007. In th ... Continue reading
AIAG Conference Presents RFID End-User Applications Through Success Stories and Exhibits
DETROIT, Oct. 30, 2006 - WHAT: The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) continues to build awareness of RFID technology by hosting its third annual RFID Summit on Nov. 2, 2006, featuring end-user applications from automotive, commercial aviation, government and retail detailed in success stories and exhibits. (Logo: ... Continue reading
American Road Products Introduces ReverseGUARD Complete
- Patented Safety Product Provides a Fully Integrated Camera and Sensor System in a Half-Frame System - LAS VEGAS, SEMA Expo, Oct. 30 -- American Road Products, a leading manufacturer of safety products for the automotive industry, today unveiled the ReverseGUARD(R) Complete, a fully integrated camera and sensor system ... Continue reading
China Auto Service Summit 2006 to Take Place Dec 5-6, 2006 in Shanghai, China
Your Gateway to the World's Fastest Growing Automotive Service Market SHANGHAI, China, Oct. 30 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- With rapid development, industrialization and specialization, the automotive services market is fast becoming the biggest and most attractive sector in China, for both domestic and international investo ... Continue reading
GEICO to Sponsor 40 Students in START
TUCSON, Ariz., Oct. 30 -- Forty local teenagers are getting a chance to participate in the Safe Teen Accident Reduction Training (START) program as part of GEICO's sponsorship and continued dedication to keep teenage drivers safe. START, which teaches five accident avoidance techniques, including off-road recovery, ant ... Continue reading
General Parts, Inc., Selects Trintech's ReconNET to Streamline Reconciliation Processes
Trintech's ReconNET to Improve Reconciliation Processes for Leading Automotive Parts Distributor - General Parts, Inc. DALLAS and DUBLIN, Ireland, Oct. 30 -- Trintech Group Plc , a leading provider of financial software and technology services specializing in transaction verification, reconciliation management, process ... Continue reading
Goodyear Announces Planned Closing of Tyler Facility
* Part of Company's Decision to Exit Private Label Segments AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced the planned closure of its tire manufacturing facility in Tyler, Texas, as part of its previously announced strategy to exit certain segments of the private label tire business. At the ... Continue reading
JERSEY CITY, N.J.--Telargo, Inc., a leading provider of mobile asset management solutions, today announced the full integration of the ProMiles® Fuel Tax Software in Telargo’s mobile asset management solution for the trucking and logistics industry. Telargo’s solutions enable customers to optimize their operations ... Continue reading
Lancaster Colony Reports First Quarter Sales and Earnings
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- Lancaster Colony Corporation today reported record net sales for the first fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2006 of $289 million, up one percent from first quarter sales of $286 million last year. Net income was $13,781,000 versus $18,046,000 in the corresponding quarter a year ago. Basic a ... Continue reading
Mark D Johnson; President of MD Johnson Inc. Receives Master Intermediary Designation
CHICAGO, Oct. 30 -- Mark D Johnson, President of Mergers and Acquisitions financial advisory firm, MD Johnson, Inc. has been conferred the designation of M&AMI, Mergers and Acquisitions Master Intermediary by the board of the IBBA and M&A source. Mr. Johnson had previously earned the Certified Business Intermediary des ... Continue reading
MediaTrac Announces Next Generation LoyaltyTrac Automotive Loyalty Program
SAN RAMON, Calif.--MediaTrac, the market leader in automotive loyalty programs, today announced the next generation of LoyaltyTrac, the company’s premier solution for marketing, tracking, rewarding, and analyzing customer purchases to build customer loyalty. It also announced that since January, automotive dealership ... Continue reading
WHAT: About 50 employees from Mercedes-Benz Financial, in conjunction with Beyond Basics, a non-profit group which assists in educating metropolitan Detroit public school children through academic enrichment programs, will spend Halloween morning with school children at Thirkell Elementary School in Detroit in grades K ... Continue reading
Odyne Names Dan Bartley as Chief Financial Officer
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--Odyne Corporation (OTCBB:ODYC) today announced that Daniel Bartley, CPA, has been appointed Chief Financial Officer of Odyne Corporation. Mr. Bartley, age 46, has over 22 years of consulting and financial accounting experience. From June 2004 through April 2006, Mr. Bartley served as Vice President-Con ... Continue reading
PHH Corporation Provides Update on Preparation of 2005 Financial Statements
MT. LAUREL, N.J.--PHH Corporation today provided an update on the status of the preparation and audit of its 2005 financial statements and released certain key operating metrics for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2006 and liquidity information as of September 30, 2006. Investors should refer to th ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 30 -- Quantum Technologies, Inc. , today announced that it has agreed to and entered into a Securities Purchase Agreement for the issuance and sale to institutional investors of 6.1 million shares of the company's common stock at $1.64 per share and warrants to purchase 2.1 million shares of the co ... Continue reading
Ryder To Address National Safety Council's 2006 Annual Congress
MIAMI, Oct. 30 -- Ryder System, Inc. Director of Global Safety, Health and Security Bill Anderson will present best practices in activity-based safety management at the National Safety Council's Annual Congress. Who: Ryder System, Inc. Director of Global Safety, Health and Security Bill Anderson What: 94th Annual Natio ... Continue reading
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2006 Results and a Quarterly Dividend
NEW YORK, Oct. 30 -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. , an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, reported today its consolidated financial results for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2006. Consolidated net sales for the third quarter of 2006 were $203.8 million, compared to consol ... Continue reading
Timken Expands Manufacturing Presence in India
Chennai facility will make antifriction bearings for global markets CANTON, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- The Timken Company today announced plans to build a new bearing manufacturing facility in India. The plant, which will be located in Chennai in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, will produce a range of antifriction bearings for ... Continue reading
Titan Reports 52% Higher Third Quarter Sales
QUINCY, Ill.--Third quarter 2006 highlights: Titan achieved a 52 percent increase in net sales third quarter 2006. Net sales were $156.1 million, compared to $102.7 million in the third quarter of 2005. Titan recorded gross profit of $17.1 million, a 56 percent increase when compared to the $11.0 million of gross profi ... Continue reading
NOVATO, Calif.--Tom Lee Kornegay, Jr. has joined Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company as community relations manager for the Southeast region, according to Danielle Cagan, community relations director. In this role, Kornegay is responsible for managing the company’s corporate philanthropy program, Fireman’s Fund Heri ... Continue reading
Torvec Hires Government Affairs Specialists
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 30 -- Torvec, Inc. announced today that it has engaged American Continental Group, LLC to provide strategic counsel, skillful government relations and effective public affairs representation before federal and state governmental leaders and decision-makers. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., Ameri ... Continue reading
FREDERICK, Colo., Oct. 30 -- UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that its Chief Executive Officer, William G. Rankin, will present at the Pacific Growth Equities Technology Conference on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. The conference will be held ... Continue reading
White River Capital, Inc. Announces Results for the 3rd Quarter of 2006
INDIANAPOLIS--White River Capital, Inc. (Pink Sheets:WRVC) (“White River”) today announced net income for the third quarter 2006 was $8.1 million, or $2.09 per diluted share (based upon 3,900,930 diluted shares outstanding), compared to third quarter 2005 net income of $2.0 million, or $1.32 per diluted share (base ... Continue reading
A.M. Best Special Report: Canadian Auto Insurance Industry Undergoes Dramatic Ups and Downs
OLDWICK, N.J.--During the past 10 years, the Canadian automobile insurance industry’s underwriting results have changed dramatically as reflected by the significant variations in the direct loss ratio according to a special report by A.M. Best Co. From 1996 to 1998, the industry direct loss ratio remained flat at aro ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Conference Call to Announce October 2006 Sales
What: Telephone conference call to discuss Chrysler Group's October sales Who: Steven Landry, Vice President - Sales and Field Operations, Chrysler Group Michael Manley, Vice President - Sales Strategy and Dealer Operations, Chrysler Group When: Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006 - 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET Details: Teleconference: ... Continue reading
Data393 to Provide Secure Virtual Private Network for Peerless Tyre Company
ENGLEWOOD, Colo.--Data393, a leading Colorado managed IT infrastructure provider, announced today an agreement with Denver-based Peerless Tyre to host a virtual private network (VPN) for 60 Peerless Tyre stores across seven states. By deploying Data393’s virtual private network, Peerless Tyre employees can share sens ... Continue reading
Delphi's New SKYFi3 Receives FCC Approval
SKYFi3, the Newest and Most Advanced Plug-and-Play Design in Satellite Radio Today, is Authorized for Retail Sale TROY, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Delphi announced today it has received the final necessary approvals from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorizing the sale of its latest XM satellite radio receiver, ... Continue reading
Drew Industries to Present at Susquehanna Emerging Trends Conference on Nov. 1
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Oct. 30 -- Leigh J. Abrams, President and CEO of Drew Industries Incorporated , and Fred Zinn, Executive Vice President and CFO, will present to fund managers and analysts at the Susquehanna Financial Group Emerging Trends Conference at 2:45 p.m. ET on Nov. 1 at the Peninsula Hotel in New York City. ... Continue reading
Guidepoint(TM) Adds Two Board Members
Telematics firm adds senior executives from auto insurance, consumer goods industries PONTIAC, Mich., Oct. 30 -- GPSi, LLC today announced it has expanded its board from five to seven members, adding two senior-level executives with considerable experience in the consumer products, insurance and automotive industries. ... Continue reading
P R E S S R E L E A S E Press Contact: Belinda Jones, HiTech Marketing, 860-399-1147, belinda.jones@hitechmarketing.com Link to Press Release: http://hexagonmetrology.us/content/view/29/21/ Hexagon Metrology Opens Precision Center in Huntersville, North Carolina North Kingstown, RI - October 30, 2006 - Hexagon Metrolog ... Continue reading
Honeywell to Present at Gabelli Automotive Aftermarket Symposium
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J., Oct. 30 -- Honeywell today announced that Adriane Brown, President and Chief Executive Officer, Transportation Systems will be presenting at the Gabelli Automotive Aftermarket Symposium in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 from 8:15-8:45 a.m. PST. A real-time audio webcast of the pre ... Continue reading
Honeywell to Present at Goldman Sachs Global Capital Goods Conference
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J., Oct. 30 -- Honeywell today announced that Dave Anderson, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be presenting at the Goldman Sachs Global Capital Goods Conference in New York, New York on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 from 9:30-10:10 a.m. EST. A real-time audio webcast of the prese ... Continue reading
ICOP to Announce Third Quarter Financial Results
LENEXA, Kan., Oct. 30 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , an industry-leading company engaged in advancing digital surveillance solutions, today announced that the Company will report its financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2006 on the morning of Monday, November 13, 2006. ICOP Digital will also hos ... Continue reading
IMN Adds $50,000 Sweepstakes Program to its Loyalty Driver™ E-Newsletter Service
WALTHAM, Mass.--IMN, a leading e-communications company, today announced a new Dollars Ahead™ Sweepstakes program to help auto dealerships drive more customers to their websites and showrooms, and increase sales. Dealerships using the IMN Loyalty Driver™ e-newsletter service can now offer customers and prospects th ... Continue reading
Mentor Graphics CEO to Keynote at the
WILSONVILLE, Ore.--Mentor Graphics Corporation today announced that Walden C. Rhines, the company's chairman and CEO, will present "System Approaches to Integration of Automotive Electronic Components" at the Integrated Electrical Solutions Forum (IESF) in Dearborn, Michigan on November 2, 2006. More information and on ... Continue reading
Midas Will Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences
ITASCA, Ill.--Midas, Inc. will present at three upcoming investor conferences, starting this week with the Gabelli & Company Automotive Aftermarket Symposium in Las Vegas. Alan D. Feldman, Midas chairman and chief executive officer, and William M. Guzik, senior vice president and chief financial officer, will lead the ... Continue reading
Mitchell: Product announcements
Dear Editor, Two product announcements from Mitchell International today, and I've pasted them below. Please contact us if you have any questions. Thank you. -kam ------------------------ Press Release: Mitchell Releases ABS(TM) Enterprise v6.2! Latest Enhancements to Mitchell's Industry-Leading Shop Management Systems ... Continue reading
CHICAGO, Oct. 30 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital map data for location-based solutions and vehicle navigation, has been selected as the map data provider for inclusion with RouteSmart Technologies' Carrier Optimal Routing (COR) solution, which was developed in partnership with the United States Postal ... Continue reading
PITTSBURGH-- News From USW: The United Steelworkers (USW) today strongly condemned Goodyear’s decision to announce a plant closing as counter productive and a further example of the management’s foolish notion that believes it can shrink a company to prosperity. “Goodyear talks about a contract that's fair, but c ... Continue reading
Progressive Direct Returns as Holeshot Sponsor of the 2006-2007 Amp’d Mobile Supercross Season
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--The nation’s largest motorcycle and third largest car insurance group, The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, today announced that its Progressive Direct® brand, which is sold by phone and online, will return as the official sponsor of the holeshot award for the 2006-2007 Amp’d Mobil ... Continue reading
RoadLoans Takes Strong Fathers Out for a Day at the Races
Local North Richland Hills, Tex. Auto Finance Company Teams With Strong Fathers-Strong Families to Honor Some Top Dads NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas, Oct. 30 -- Many fathers race through their daily routines of work, school functions and home, but on Nov. 5 some area fathers will enjoy a different kind of race at the Tex ... Continue reading
SmartCool Expands into Florida with Sale to Hellmann Perishable Logistics
SmartCool's 'Green Technology' Helps the Perishable Logistics Industry VANCOUVER, Oct. 30 -- SmartCool Systems Inc. (TSXV: SSC), and its wholly owned subsidiary, SmartCool USA, are pleased to have completed a major sale of the SmartCool Energy Saving Module (ESM) to multinational logistics company, Hellmann Perishable ... Continue reading
Soliant Announces New Automotive Technical Sales Manager - Leonard E. Poole
LANCASTER, S.C., Oct. 30 -- Soliant, LLC announces the addition of Leonard E. Poole to the position of Automotive Technical Sales Manager. Poole brings over 8 years of Advanced Development, Engineering and Account Management experience in the decorative film and insert molding industry. "Len's intimate understanding an ... Continue reading
Soliant Fluorex(R) Bright Film Shines with Two Awards at SPE Thermoforming Conference
LANCASTER, S.C., Oct. 30 -- Soliant Fluorex(R) bright film enabled winning entries in two categories at the 16th Annual SPE Thermoforming Parts Competition in Nashville on September 16-20th. Both the Automotive Award and the People's Choice Award were bestowed for the industry's first plastic and metal commercial bumpe ... Continue reading
Sprint Nextel Race Weekend Highlights - Texas Motor Speedway
Sprint Nextel Race Weekend Highlights Texas Motor Speedway NEXTEL Wake-Up Call When: Friday, Nov. 3 9:30 a.m. CST Who: Terry Labonte, driver of the No. 44 Kellogg's Chevrolet Where: Texas Motor Speedway Media Center When: Friday, Nov. 3 10:45 a.m. CST Who: Dale Earnhardt Jr., driver of the No. 8 Budweiser Chevrolet Whe ... Continue reading
Stoneridge Board of Directors Elects William M. Lasky as Chairman
WARREN, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- Stoneridge, Inc. announced today that William M. Lasky has been elected as non- executive Chairman of the Board. He had been serving as Chairman on an interim basis since July 2006. Lasky is the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of JLG Industries, Inc. , a diversified construction ... Continue reading
Stoneridge Names Kim Korth to Board of Directors
WARREN, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- Stoneridge, Inc. announced today that Kim Korth has been appointed to fill a vacancy on the Board of Directors. Korth, 51, will serve a term that continues until the 2007 annual meeting of shareholders and is expected to be a nominee for Board election at the annual meeting. She brings to Stone ... Continue reading
Trade Food for AMA Superbike Tickets at Thanksgiving Food Drive
Trade Food for AMA Superbike Tickets at Thanksgiving Food Drive Kawasaki AMA Superbike Showdown, presented by Supercuts - May 18-20 Wine Country Classic vintage car races - June 2-3 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series - June 22-24 Infineon Cougar Mountain Classic - July 5-8 FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals - July 27-29 Cal-Steam/KOHL ... Continue reading
LEVIS, QC, Oct. 30 -- CREAFORM releases Version 1.2 of its VXScan Capture Software during its Annual User Group Meeting, October 26 and 27, 2006. A big number of existing end-users and successful distribution companies currently using the Handyscan 3D were present for the launching. Marco St-Pierre, Product Director at ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Oct. 30 -- Ford Motor Co. is posting massive losses and slashing production. With its very future on the line, the ailing automaker has a lot riding on its 2007 model line-up. Join TheCarConnection.com (http://www.thecarconnection.com/ ) as we take a spin in two of Ford's most important '07s, the stylish Edge ... Continue reading
DURA Automotive's U.S. and Canadian Operations Filefor Chapter 11 Reorganization
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , announced today that the company and its U.S. and Canadian subsidiaries have filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. DURA's European and other operations outside of the U.S. and ... Continue reading
Enova to Provide IC Corporation Hybrid Drive Systems for New Line of Commercial Buses
TORRANCE, Calif.--Enova Systems, (AMEX:ENA) (AIM:ENV) (AIM:ENVS), an early stage production company in an emerging industry and a leading developer of proprietary electric, hybrid and fuel cell digital power management systems, is pleased to announce that it has partnered with IC Corporation to provide hybrid systems f ... Continue reading
'Full Throttle Test Drive Event' at Phoenix's Cricket Pavilion on Nov. 4 and 5
- Free, two-day event gives consumers the opportunity to test drive all new 2007 Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge products - Three test tracks designed to showcase vehicles' handling and performance attributes - One lucky event attendee could win a new Chrysler Crossfire Coupe AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Have you ever w ... Continue reading
Nokia 330 Auto Navigation - Enjoy the Ride!
Navigate Through Europe Easily With Nokia's New Car Navigation Device ESPOO, Finland, October 30 -- Nokia today announced its first dedicated personal navigation device to include Europe-wide maps, the Nokia 330 Auto Navigation, to take you across European borders effortlessly allowing you to enjoy the ride, while it d ... Continue reading
NAPA Filters Adds BioShield(R) 75 To Cabin Filters for Increased Protection
GASTONIA, N.C., Oct. 30 -- NAPA Filters, a leader in aftermarket filtration, announces it is adding the antimicrobial agent BioShield(R) 75 to its cabin air filters to inhibit the growth of mold, mildew and bacteria that can affect comfort and health. BioShield(R) 75 uses exclusive patented technology developed by scie ... Continue reading
The E-Class Experience: First Week Of Long Distance Drive From Paris To Beijing Complete
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 30th, 2006 At 1:00 PM CST Over the weekend those that embarked on the first leg of Mercedes' E- Class Experience from Paris to Beijing completed their trek, traveling some 2,200 miles before arriving in the historic city of St. Petersburg. For many of the participants, the exp ... Continue reading
Midnight Auto Signs Expansion Deal For Retail Stores & Service Centers
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Midnight Holdings Group, Inc ("MHGI" or the "Company") announces today that its subsidiary company, Midnight Auto Franchise Corp ("MAFC") has entered into an agreement with a Detroit-area private financial group to launch the first of what Midnight Auto anticipates will be 100 or mor ... Continue reading
Solutia Automotive Brings In-Your-Face Color and Elegant Style to SEMA Vehicles
Dodge Nitro and Jeep(R) Wrangler Unlimited utilize glass as integral elements of vehicle design LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30 -- Solutia Automotive continues to provide automotive designers the right tools to transform automotive glass from a standard commodity to a dramatic element of design. And, the heart-stopping results can ... Continue reading
Dunlop Tires, Hot Import Nights Team Up at SEMA Show
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30 -- Hot Import Nights is bringing its brand-new NightShift lifestyle car show to Dunlop's SEMA Show display. Expect to experience the pulse-quickening NightShift music, videos and models as NightShift recreates its leading motorsports show inside the Las Vegas Convention Center (at booth 41427, South ... Continue reading
Trick-or-Treaters and Traffic a Deadly Combination on Halloween
WOODLAND HILLS, Calif.--On Halloween, a night reserved for scary costumes, ghost stories and horror movies, a very real danger often goes ignored until it is too late. According to Safe Kids Worldwide (formerly the National SAFE KIDS Coalition), children are four times more likely to die as pedestrians on Halloween tha ... Continue reading
Dexter Bean; BlackJack Racing Persevere In Memphis
Dexter Bean; BlackJack Racing Persevere In Memphis MEMPHIS, Tennessee (Monday, October 30, 2006) – Mission accomplished. Dexter Bean and BlackJack Racing met their goals Saturday afternoon at Memphis Motorsports Park making their NASCAR Busch Series debut. Heading into race weekend, Bean kn ... Continue reading
Toyota Planning Two More Plants in North America ?
Washington DC October 30, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Japanese newspaper Mainichi reported Saturday that Toyota has plans to build two assembly plants in North America. According to the report, Toyota wants to build a plant by 2009 in the northern part of the Midwest to assemble Yaris compact cars, and ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 30 -- "Wind Tunnel," a 30-second television spot that debuts Nov. 1 on network and cable TV, signals the launch of a comprehensive multi-media marketing campaign for the all-new 2007 Chrysler Sebring unveiled today by Chrysler Group marketing executives. "The large and very competitive U.S. mi ... Continue reading
Baca has a highlight reel finish to Vegas race
Baca has a highlight reel finish to Vegas race LAS VEGAS (Oct. 29) -- If you can't win the race, be spectacular. Those words summed up the sixth annual ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals for Mach 1 Air Services Top Fuel driver David Baca. The likable shoe from San Francisco's bay area completed his weekend in Sin City wi ... Continue reading
Automakers Argue Against U.S. "Black Box" Federal Safety Rule
Washington DC October 30, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that a new federal rule to standardize minimum requirements for "black boxes" in vehicles has caused protests from all automakers, who say the rule is too vague and will cost too much to implement. The final ruling from NHTSA reduced the number of data eleme ... Continue reading
Ford to Cut Production in First Half of 2007
Washington DC Ocftober 30, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Ford expects to cut North American production by up to 12 percent for the first six months of 2007, and then rebound after midyear, reports Automotive News. The automaker's CFO, Don Leclair, told the paper that North American production should rise in ... Continue reading
Self Parking Technology Hitting the Market
Washington DC October 30, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that many automakers are getting into self-parking technology, which is expected to become an industry standard for some vehicles, reports Automotive News. Using the concept of electric steering, which gives the vehicle some control over the wheel, engineers ... Continue reading
Nissan Announces Pricing on All-New 2007 Altima
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Nissan today announced pricing on the 2007 Nissan Altima, which goes on sale this week at Nissan retailers nationwide. Along with its distinctive styling, the new fourth generation Altima utilizes the all-new Nissan “D� platform with improved body rigidity and a redesigne ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Announces FY2006 First Half Financial Results and Forecasts for the Full Year
Mitsubishi Motors Announces FY2006 First Half Financial Results and Forecasts for the Full Year Tokyo, Japan, Oct. 30, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation today announced first-half results for fiscal year 2006, ending March 31, 2007, and outlined its forecasts for the full year. The Company posted co ... Continue reading
Infusion(TM)-Wrapped X-Concept Street Recon Vehicle to Preview at SEMA
One-of-a-Kind, Exotic Concept Prototype Previews in Las Vegas October 31 DETROIT, Oct. 30 -- The P001 prototype of the aggressive new X-Concept Street Recon Vehicle (X-SRV(C)) line makes its western debut on the exhibit floor of the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) show at the Las Vegas Convention C ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Showcases Euro-Tuning at SEMA
Volkswagen upgrades past favorites for a promising future WHAT: Volkswagen provides a look into the future of compact car performance with the debut of the Volkswagen Rabbit and GTI concept vehicles that showcase their commitment to Euro-Tuning at this year's Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show. Volkswag ... Continue reading
Cummins Names Ray J. Amlung Vice President and General Manager – Fuel Systems
COLUMBUS, Ind.--Cummins Inc. announced today that Ray J. Amlung has been named Vice President and General Manager – Fuel Systems, effective immediately. Amlung had been Executive Director & General Manager – Fuel Systems since May 2005. Amlung, 48, joined Cummins in 1982 as a Field Test En ... Continue reading
Hybrid Vehicles Broaden Appeal to Grow Sales, According to ABI Research
NEW YORK--Hybrid vehicles have been a niche market at best since their first introductions in the late 1990s. First developed by Toyota and Honda, the early systems were examined in detail by their competitors, and the conclusion was that the added complexity and weight would make the vehicles too expensive for all but ... Continue reading
- Launches 2007 Model Year - Standard in 2008 Model Year with Continental GT, Continental GTC and Continental Flying Spur - Lifetime Subscription to SIRIUS Included NEW YORK and AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Bentley Motors Inc. and SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced an exclusive agreement for the inclusion of SIR ... Continue reading
Porsche Passes On Howard Stern
ATLANTA and WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- Porsche Cars of North America, Inc. and XM Satellite Radio today announced a new long-term agreement to equip Porsche vehicles for the U.S. market with XM, the nation's leading satellite radio service. The arrangement begins in 2007. XM has been available as a popular factory-installe ... Continue reading
RealWheels Plans to FREAK OUT at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas
CHICAGO, Oct. 30 -- Picture this ... It's Halloween in Las Vegas, and illusionist Criss Angel, star of the A&E television series "Mindfreak," is ready to unveil a mysterious magic-themed custom vehicle. It's dark, extremely loud, unusual, completely customized, and a little bizarre. On October 31st, 2006, the SEMA (Spe ... Continue reading
AUTO CENTRAL - October 30, 2006: The Hyundai Coupe (badged as Tiburon in some markets) has sold some 221,708 models worldwide since its launch, of which 73,670 have been sold in Europe. With the new facelift emphasis has been placed upon upgrading the modern and sporty style that attracted so many customers. The new fa ... Continue reading
<http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> JapanCorp: Mazda Starts Production of the CX-9, its Second Crossover SUV for the North American Market; Line-off ceremony held at Hiroshima's Ujina Plant No.1 Hiroshima, Japan, Oct. 30, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Mazda Motor Corporation today held a 'line-off' ceremony for the CX-9 c ... Continue reading
Laser Sensors to Guide Cars in the Near Future
HAMBURG, Germany, October 30 -- The Team-LUX is entering the DARPA Grand Challenge, the world's most remarkable car rally. The event, being held for the third time since 2004, is a contest between unmanned vehicles. The laser technology company, Sick AG, and its subsidiary, Ibeo Automobile Sensor GmbH, participate with ... Continue reading
Nissan/Renault's Carlos Ghosn Honored By British Government
TOKYO - October 30, 2006: The British Embassy in Japan announced today that Mr. Carlos Ghosn, President and CEO, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., has been bestowed with an Honorary Knight Commander of the British Empire. The award is one of the highest honors bestowed by Queen Elizabeth to foreign nationals. Holders do not use ... Continue reading
New Mitsubishi Motors Mono-Box Minivan To Be Branded "Delica D:5"
Tokyo - October 30 2006: Mitsubishi Motors today announced that its new mono-box minivan will be branded the "Delica D:5" (pronounced "dee five") for launch in the Japan market early in 2007. Mitsubishi Motors' plans for FY2006 included three new model launches in its domestic market. The first was the double launch of ... Continue reading
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