DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series Round 10 of 23 ProCare Rx NHRA SuperNationals Old Bridge Township Raceway Park Englishtown, N.J. June 22-24, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net BECKMAN EYES E-TOWN WIN NORTH HILLS, Calif. ( ... Continue reading
Federal Charter Legislation May Alleviate Unfair State Insurance Regulations WASHINGTON, June 20 -- A consumer survey released today found that 80 percent of drivers and 64 percent of homeowners surveyed disagreed with state regulations that make consumers pay higher insurance premiums so risky drivers and homeowners i ... Continue reading
Densham - Englishtown - pre-race 06-20-07
News From Densham Motorsports Torco Racing Fuels / Racebricks / Skull Shine/ Knoll Gas / Snap-on Tools Mach Series Accelerator Race Fuel Concentrate CONTACT: Don Armstrong 713-202-4849 DonHouTx@earthlink.com Densham set to prowl in shadow of Big Apple ENGLISHTOWN, N.J. (June 20) - For Funny Car driver Gary Densham, Old ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Anderson after third win at Raceway Park
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES KB RACING LLC/SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT PRO STOCK PONTIAC GTO GREG ANDERSON -- DRIVER ROB DOWNING -- CREW CHIEF MEDIA CONTACT: MICKEY SCHULTZ PHONE: 920-733-2330 E-MAIL: PR4KBRacingLLC@earthlink.net* *38th ANNUAL NHRA PROCARE Rx SUPERNATIONALS OLD BRID ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Jason Line after fourth consecutive win at Raceway Park
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES KB RACING LLC/SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT PRO STOCK PONTIAC GTO JASON LINE -- DRIVER ROB DOWNING -- CREW CHIEF MEDIA CONTACT: MICKEY SCHULTZ PHONE: 920-733-2330 E-MAIL: PR4KBRacingLLC@earthlink.net* *38th ANNUAL NHRA PROCARE Rx SUPERNATIONALS* *OLD BRIDG ... Continue reading
Michigan Not Kind To Silas “Florida Racer Battles Wreck; Flat Tire In ARCA 200�?? BROOKLYN, Michigan (June 20, 2007) - - ARCA RE/MAX Series rookie Bryan Silas could have done without his 32nd place finish last Friday at Michigan International Speedway. The Fast Track Racing developmental driver was hoping to ... Continue reading
NHRA: Mike Ashley ready to "Get Up at E-Town"
Press Release For Immediate Release Media Contact: Matthew Brammer - Active Marketing pr@activemarketing.com (623) 879-4290 Mike Ashley ready to "Get Up at E-Town" ENGLISHTOWN, N.J. - Mike Ashley, driver of the Torco Race Fuels Dodge Charger, is no stranger to the quarter-mile drag strip at Old Bridge Raceway. The New ... Continue reading
NHRA - Troxel Guest on Good Morning America - Thursday, June 21
NATIONAL TELEVISION ADVISORY Driver of the Vietnam Veterans POW/MIA Top Fuel dragster, Melanie Troxel will be a special guest along with Angelle Sampey and Ashley Force, Thursday, June 21 around the 8:50 a.m. time period (Eastern time) for a special drag racing segment on ABCâs âGOOD MORNING AMERICAâ wit ... Continue reading
Nissan Debuts New Titan PRO 4x4 Race Truck This Weekend
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On 'Hiatus Tour,' Scelzi poised for first E-Town win
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series Round 10 of 23 ProCare Rx NHRA SuperNationals Old Bridge Township Raceway Park Englishtown, N.J. June 22-24, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net ON 'HIATUS TOUR,' SCELZI POISED FOR FIRST E-T ... Continue reading
Rhodia Strengthens Its Positionin the Automotive Emissions Control Market
PARIS--Regulatory News: Rhodia Silcea (Paris:RHA) announced today the signature of an asset purchase agreement with W.R. Grace & Co-Conn. in the USA for their Washcoat* alumina business. Aluminas are an important component in automotive catalytic converters, and complement Rhodia's Rare Earth product range for automoti ... Continue reading
Sheltra Collects Top-15 Finish At MIS
Sheltra Collects Top-15 Finish At MIS “Mr. Showtime Back On Track Heading To Berlin�?? BROOKLYN, Michigan (June 20, 2007) - - After a solid top-15 finish in last Friday’s ARCA 200 from Michigan International Speedway, Patrick Sheltra is feeling some relief and feels that his rookie season is back on t ... Continue reading
Smartcool named to 2007 TSX Venture 50(TM)
VANCOUVER, June 20 -- Smartcool Systems Inc. (TSXV: SSC), is pleased to announce that the company was today named to the 2007 TSX Venture 50(TM), a ranking of Canada's top emerging public companies listed on TSX Venture Exchange. The TSX Venture 50(TM) are the top 10 companies in each of five major industry sectors (mi ... Continue reading
Tim Sauter Returns Home to Wisconsin
Tim Sauter Returns Home to Wisconsin The Milwaukee Mile is special place for entire Green Light organization Friday will be a homecoming for Tim Sauter as the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series comes to Sauter’s home track, The Milwaukee Mile. Tim will be the fourth Sauter to compete in the NCTS at The Mile; his Father Ji ... Continue reading
Video: Visitors To West Virginia Can 'Answer The Call' For a Chance To Win a New Camry Hybrid
West Virginia Division of Tourism Launches Video Contest as Part of Campaign CHARLESTON, W.Va., June 20 -- West Virginia Division of Tourism representatives today announced the launch of the West Virginia "Answer the Call" contest, giving visitors to the Mountain State the opportunity to submit videos of their vacation ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Looks to Expand International Sales and Dealer Network
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, June 20 -- -- Chrysler Group plans to expand its dealer operations in key markets outside North America -- 70 potential investors attend forum for sneak peek at Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge sales outlet ownership opportunities -- Sales performance outside North America continues at record levels ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Luxury Dealership
CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 20 -- Sonic Automotive, Inc. , a leader in automotive retailing, announced the acquisition of Calabasas Motorcars in Calabasas, CA from Mr. David Peterson, a long-time Mercedes Benz dealer. This dealership, which will be renamed Mercedes Benz of Calabasas, represents approximately $120 million in ... Continue reading
US Remains the Largest Hybrid Car Market
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c60268) has announced the addition of Hybrid Cars Market Outlook to their offering. This report "Hybrid Cars Market Outlook" provides extensive research and objective analysis of the global hybrid car industry. This report will help client ... Continue reading
DES MOINES, Iowa, June 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As the summer driving season in Iowa begins in earnest, statewide events to promote and expand the use of E85, a cleaner-burning alternative fuel that can be used by select (known as flex fuel) vehicles have shifted into high gear. On June 21, Iowa Governor Chet Culv ... Continue reading
Survey Says: 53% of Car Buyers Use Internet To Help Finalize Purchase Decision
CHICAGO--In a recent survey conducted by DoubleClick Performics, the performance marketing division of DoubleClick Inc., results highlighted the expanding influence of the Internet, specifically local search, for consumers gathering information to make an automobile purchase. In the final days before purchasing an auto ... Continue reading
NASCAR NNCS (SONOMA) - IN THE LOOP
Twice a year, new faces suddenly crop up in the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series. Call them what you will: Specialists, aces, ringers. One thingâs for sure: They donât miss a road course race. The trend continues this Sunday at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, Calif. Still, a so-called âroad course ringerâ has w ... Continue reading
DENSO Announces Major Expansion for Canadian Manufacturing Facility
Expansion to Create 300 Additional Jobs by 2010 With New Investment Totaling US$63.7 Million KARIYA, Japan, June 20 -- DENSO Corporation today announced that DENSO Manufacturing Canada, Inc., DENSO's subsidiary in Guelph, Ontario, Canada, plans to expand its 112,442 square-foot facility by approximately 215,200 square ... Continue reading
Fluke 2007 Test Tools Catalog Now Available Online
0739 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: For more information: Larry Wilson Public Relations Manager (425) 446-5671 larry.wilson@fluke.com <mailto:larry.wilson@fluke.com> Fluke 2007 Test Tools Catalog Now Available Online Digital version has convenient features for finding and viewing product information and Fluke resources on appl ... Continue reading
Lend America Gets an 8,000 Horsepower Surprise
MELVILLE, N.Y., June 20 -- Lend America, The official mortgage sponsor of the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) and a sponsor on Mike Ashley's 8,000 Horsepower Nitro Funny car received a special surprise Tuesday morning. Employees arrived at work to find the team's 80 foot "race shop on wheels" and the actual race ca ... Continue reading
Plexus Systems Named by START-IT Magazine as Hottest Company
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 20 -- Plexus Systems, providers of Plexus Online on-demand software for the manufacturing enterprise, today announced that the company has been selected by START-IT magazine for inclusion in the tenth annual Hottest Companies Awards. Information technology developers providing solutions to the ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Prices for All-New 2008 Highlander
TORRANCE, Calif., June 20 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the all-new Highlander mid-size sport utility vehicle (SUV). The 2008 Highlander is significantly larger, roomier and more powerful than the vehicle it replaces. Yet its fuel efficiency ... Continue reading
NHRA (NETWORK) - TROXEL AND OTHER IMPORTANT WOMEN RACERS ON GOOD MORNING AMERICA
Driver of the Vietnam Veterans POW/MIA Top Fuel dragster, Melanie Troxel will be a special guest along with Angelle Sampey and Ashley Force, Thursday, June 21 around the 8:50 a.m. time period (Eastern time) for a special drag racing segment on ABC’s “GOOD MORNING AMERICA” with hosts, Diane Sawyer, Chr ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (NEWTON) - TARGET INDYCAR TEAM IOWA ADVANCE
THIS WEEKENDâS INDYCAR ACTION: Target Team drivers Scott Dixon (No.9 Target Honda-powered Dallara) and Dan Wheldon (No.10 Target Honda-powered Dallara) head to a brand new track in Newton, Iowa, for the inaugural Iowa Corn Growers Indy⢠250 presented by Ethanol on June 22-24. The race will run 250 laps (218.7 ... Continue reading
GRAND AM (DAYTONA) - Pruett, Werner Look to Improve Grand-Am Rolex Series Championship Leads
As the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Special Reserve nears the halfway point of 2007, championship leading drivers will look to their teammates for additional consistent finishes and a strong push toward individual Daytona Prototype and GT class driving titles. Theyâre next chances come ... Continue reading
NASCAR NNCS (DAYTONA) - SERIES NOTES
* New Car Makes Road Course Debut * Road Course Attracts Drivers From Across The World * Veterans Labonte, Rudd Familiar With Road Courses * Wins Boost Truex Jr. and Mears * Allmendinger Returns To Familiar Setting New Car Makes Road Course Debut DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 19, 2007) â The phase-in of the Car of Tom ... Continue reading
INDYCAR (VARIOUS LOCATIONS) - SERIES NOTES
1. Hitachi Power Tools named official power tool of the IndyCar Series<P> 2. Danica listed on Forbes Celebrity 100<p> 3. Fill up, feel good in Iowa<P> 4. Indy Pro Series goes from Indy to Iowa<P> <P> 1. ... Continue reading
Ford To Increase Diesel Vehicles in India
Mumbai Jun 20, 2007; you wont find this story on ebay autos or edmunds: Ford India, the wholly owned subsidiary, sold 41,797 units in the year to March 2007, an increase of 45 percent from the previous year, and aims to maintain its share of the market that is expected to nearly double to 2 million units by 2010. "We m ... Continue reading
Enova Confirms Production Order from Tanfield’s Smith Electric Vehicles
TORRANCE, Calif.--Enova Systems (AMEX:ENA)(AIM:ENV)(AIM:ENVS), an early stage production company in an emerging industry and a leading developer of electric, hybrid and fuel cell digital power management systems, confirmed that it has received and begun delivering a production order for 300 systems from Smith Electric ... Continue reading
CarMax Reports Record First Quarter Results
RICHMOND, Va., June 20 -- CarMax, Inc. today reported record first quarter results for the quarter ended May 31, 2007. * Total sales increased 14% to $2.15 billion from $1.89 billion in the first quarter of last year. * Comparable store used unit sales rose 6% for the quarter. * Total used unit sales grew 15% for the f ... Continue reading
AAA Minnesota/Iowa Launches Web-Based Consumer Resource on Alternative Fuels
BURNSVILLE, Minn.--Imagine a time when you no longer go to the gas station to fuel up your car. Instead, you plug your car into an electrical outlet, or just fill up the tank with french fry oil. You may not have noticed, but that future is now. To help build awareness of all the new alternative fuels and vehicles avai ... Continue reading
Flexcar and TerraPass Take the Carbon Out of Car-Sharing
WASHINGTON--Flexcar (www.flexcar.com) has already effectively removed thousands of cars from the roads and reduced millions of pounds of carbon emissions from the air. So how does Flexcar make its leading national network even better and âcoolerâ? By increasing the number of hybrid vehicles and partnering wit ... Continue reading
Timken Receives Award From Volkswagen Transmission in China
CANTON, Ohio--The Timken Company announced that its manufacturing facility in Wuxi, China, received a 2006 Excellent Supplier award from Volkswagen Transmission Shanghai Co. Ltd. The Timken plant was one of only two suppliers to win the award. Timken has become the sole supplier of needle roller bearings to Volkswagen ... Continue reading
DENSO Establishes New Company in China to Produce Diesel Common Rail Systems
Tokyo, Japan, June 18, 2007 - DENSO Corporation today announced that on June 1 it established a wholly owned company, DENSO (Changzhou) Fuel Injection System Co., Ltd., to produce common rail systems for diesel vehicles in Changzhou, Jiangsu, China. The investment will total approximately four billion yen. Construction ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ Announces Full Coverage Maps for Key Eastern/Central Europe Countries
Map of Road Network Now Available from Poland to Slovenia CHICAGO, June 19 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital map data for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, has announced availability of full coverage maps for Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and Slovenia, providing a road network ... Continue reading
ExxonMobil Chemical Company Announces Manufacturing Facility for New Specialty Compounds for Tires
HOUSTON--ExxonMobil Chemical Company today announced it will begin construction of a facility to manufacture new specialty elastomer compounds that can improve the durability of tires, make them lighter weight by using less raw material and significantly reduce fuel consumption. Start-up of the plant is expected in ear ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ Initiates First Seamless Global Digital Map Coverage
Entry Map Products Expand to Every Country CHICAGO, June 19 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital map data for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, has announced the expansion of its popular Entry Maps, creating the only global portfolio of digital maps that are edge-matched to each other and to ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--The multiplication of features and applications in cars has led to concerns about information overload and distracted drivers. Entertainment choices, as well as status information and navigation instructions, are pulling driversâ attention away from the basic task of driving. One solution is to display k ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Declares Quarterly Dividend
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys â Manny, Moe & Jack , the nationâs leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, announced that its Board of Directors approved the payment of the next quarterly dividend of $.0675 per share payable on July 23, 2007 to shareholders of record on July 9, 2007. The annual di ... Continue reading
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