UAW Members Choose to Strike Against International Truck and Engine Corporation
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--International Truck and Engine Corporation announced today that the United Auto Workers union (UAW) has elected to strike the company. The UAW represents approximately 3,700 employees at nine company facilities that are covered by multi-site contracts that expired on October 1. In response, Internati ... Continue reading
The Mazda Tribute used to be advertised as the SUV with the zoom-zoom soul of a sports car, specifically a Miata. ... Continue reading
2008 Mazda MAZDASPEED MAZDA3 Review
Few vehicle classes ebb and flow as sharply as the hot hatch/sport compact segment. ... Continue reading
Now in its fifth year in production, the Mazda 3 continues to show that you don't have to pay a lot to own a sport sedan. ... Continue reading
Green Power at SEMA Show - Yokohama Tire Corporation Highlights
LAS VEGAS, NEV.; From zero-emissions manufacturing facilities to tire-making technologies that increase tread life, to the ecology-based social Web site ecotreadsetters.com , Yokohama Tire Corporation has been at the forefront of the environmental movement for years. Taking its âGreen Initiativeâ even further ... Continue reading
Digital Corvettes.Com: 17 exclusive photos of the new "super vette" are ready for viewing.
Originally talked of as the "Blue Devil"-- then "Corvette SS" after internal documents were leaked -- is now being referred to by the inner circle as the new "Corvette ZR-1". Dizzy yet? Anyhow, the new 600+ HP "Corvette ZR-1", glowing in yellow, was pulled out of a trailer at Laguna Seca under mild decal cammo for some ... Continue reading
Navigation Device Shipments to Show 22.5% Compound Annual Growth to 2012, says ABI Research
SINGAPORE--Shipments of navigation devices worldwide will continue to increase from 2007 to 2012, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.5%, according to a new forecast from ABI Research. Europe will command a 53% share of the global market in 2007, and will remain the primary navigation devices market through ... Continue reading
CHICAGO, Oct. 18 -- Millions of Americans will hit the road for the upcoming holidays, which means lots of time spent behind the wheel, sharing precious space with siblings, parents and in-laws. Having the right features in your car can mean the difference between arriving at your destination refreshed and longing for ... Continue reading
I know how swamped you are at SEMA with commitments. If you get to the south hall, be sure and check out the latest products by AMP Research. ... Continue reading
Chocolate Lovers Compete for a Sweet Prize to Celebrate Sweetest Day
What: More than seven in 10 Americans, or 71 percent, believe anything is better when it's covered in chocolate . To prove just how "sweet" our nation's "sweet tooth" is, the Jeep(R) brand is challenging seven consumers to find the "sweet spot" on a chocolate-covered Jeep for the chance to win an all-new 2008 Jeep Libe ... Continue reading
News Release (HQ): Yes, Kids, There Really is a Magic School Bus
News for Release: Thursday, Oct. 18, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *Yes, Kids, There Really is a Magic School Bus *Contact: Dave Ryan, (202) 564-4355 / ryan.dave@epa.gov Paul Niemi, (212) 343-6402 / pniemi@scholastic.com (Washington, D.C. - Oct. 18, 2007) Science, imagination, education, healthier kid ... Continue reading
Release of Visiprise Manufacturing 5.0 Marks Another Industry First
Visiprise enables multi-mode manufacturers to operate a single manufacturing platform with new release of flagship MES ATLANTA, Oct. 18 -- Visiprise, Inc., a leader in integrated manufacturing execution solutions, announced the general availability of Visiprise Manufacturing 5.0. By expanding the Visiprise Manufacturin ... Continue reading
GENEVA, Oct. 18 -- STMicroelectronics , a world leader in automotive semiconductors, today introduced its new automotive-grade application processor with embedded GPS for navigation and telematics. The Cartesio processor perfectly couples with ST's GPS RF chip (STA5620), creating a unique offering that significantly re ... Continue reading
Visteon Signs Memorandum of Understanding for the Sale of Its Largest UK Operation
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Oct. 18, 2007 -- Visteon Corporation has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining the understanding and status of discussions regarding the sale of its Swansea, United Kingdom operation to Linamar Corporation, a Canadian- based auto parts manufacturer. The proposed sal ... Continue reading
ASSEMBLY Magazine Recognizes PACCAR’s Strong Revenue Growth
BELLEVUE, Wash.--PACCAR has earned the distinction of being named a leading manufacturing company in ASSEMBLY magazine’s recently published “Assembly Top 50.” PACCAR has generated four consecutive years of double-digit revenue and net income growth. “It is an honor for PACCAR to be named as one of the 50 larges ... Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Group Announces Third Quarter 2007 Conference Call
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Oct. 19 -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. today announced it will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the Company's third quarter 2007 earnings on Wednesday, October 24, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. ET. The Company will issue an earnings announcement prior to the conference call. Mervin Dunn, preside ... Continue reading
Beward Wins at SSP on Sunday in Miller's Racing Parts Fall Classic
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Beward Makes Memorable Run to Win the 4th Annual Miller's Racing Parts Fall Classic at SSP on Sunday Afternoon: Hollenbach and Goodwin also Victorious Newberrytown, PA (October 21, 2007) - The 4th Annual Miller's Racing Parts Fall Classic presented by Cumberla ... Continue reading
Teleos Names Asia's Most Admired Knowledge Enterprises
SEOUL, South Korea--Teleos has announced the winners of the 2007 Asian Most Admired Knowledge Enterprises (MAKE) study. India took top honors with 7 winners, followed by Japan (3) and South Korea (2). Australia, Indonesia and Singapore had one winner each. Samsung SDS was named the top Asian knowledge-driven organizati ... Continue reading
Altair Engineering HyperWorks Selected by Ducati for Series Production of 'Hypermotard'
Optimization technology software helps Ducati drive innovation in taking concept bike on the road. TROY, Mich., Oct. 22 -- Altair Engineering, Inc., a leading global provider of technology and services that empower client innovation and decision-making, today announced that Ducati, the leading manufacturer of racing-in ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c72198) has announced the addition of The Global Market for Automotive Superchargers and Turbochargers: 2007 Edition to their offering. In the two years since the previous edition of this report, the use of pressure charging techniques has ... Continue reading
TOKYO--A123Systems, developer and producer of patent-pending Nanophosphate™ lithium ion batteries, today announced it has completed a $30 million round of funding, bringing the total capital invested in the company to $132 million. A123Systems will use these funds to increase production capacity for new contract awar ... Continue reading
A Clean Air Act: Saturn Vue Now Equipped with micronAir(R) Cabin Air Filters
HOPKINSVILLE, Ky., Oct. 22 -- Owners of the 2008 Saturn Vue - and all model years going forward - will be driving with a little less. A little less pollution that is, thanks to cabin air filters from micronAir(R), a product of Freudenberg Nonwovens' Filtration Division. "We are pleased to provide General Motors with ca ... Continue reading
Aimbridge® Lending Solutions’ Credit Desk Support Reaches Its 50th Customer
ENGLEWOOD, Colo.--Aimbridge® Lending Solutions, an integrated provider of multi-channel, multi-lender auto buying and lending services, announced today that 50 credit unions across the country are now live with Credit Desk Support (CDS), its underwriting service designed to complete auto loan assessments on demand. Wi ... Continue reading
Altair Engineering RADIOSS Selected by PSA Peugeot Citroen for Crash Analysis
Leading automotive OEM using advanced HyperWorks CAE technology to replace physical testing with virtual simulation TROY, Mich., Oct. 22 -- Altair Engineering, Inc., a leading global provider of technology and services that empower client innovation and decision-making, announced today that PSA Peugeot Citroen, one of ... Continue reading
American Racing Capital, Inc. Announces 15:1 Reverse Stock Split
SAN DIEGO--American Racing Capital Inc., (OTC BB: AMRA), a company specializing in the motorsports industry, today announced that its Board of Directors had approved a 1-for-15 reverse split of its common stock last week. The reverse stock split will be effective at the open of market trading today on a split adjusted ... Continue reading
American Suzuki Selects Retention Performance Marketing as an Endorsed Vendor
IRVINE, Calif.--Retention Performance Marketing (RPM), a division of CallCommand and a leading provider of customer retention tools to the automotive industry, today announced that it has been selected by American Suzuki Motor Corporation as an endorsed Service and Parts marketing vendor. According to industry research ... Continue reading
Auto Financial Group President Featured in Audio Interview with NAFCU Services Corporation
HOUSTON--Auto Financial Group (AFG), an online provider of residual-based financing products for credit unions, announced today that a new audio interview featuring AFG President Richard Epley is available online. The interview can be heard at www.nafcu.org/autofinancialgroup. AFG’s balloon note financing program, ca ... Continue reading
Bob Dylan and XM Featured in Integrated Marketing Campaign for Cadillac
Cadillac Promotes Dylan's Exclusive XM Show and Highlights XM as Standard Feature WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Music icon Bob Dylan will star in an innovative multi-platform marketing campaign for the 2008 Cadillac Escalade that integrates his critically acclaimed XM Radio show, "Theme Time Radio Hour." The campaign, which b ... Continue reading
Career Services Available to Employees Laid Off By Automotive Resources Inc. in Philadelphia
HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Department of Labor & Industry's rapid response coordination services division will conduct informational meetings on Friday, Oct. 26, exclusively for workers laid off by Automotive Resources Inc. at Recon Automotive Manufacturing, Philadelphia. The meetings will ... Continue reading
CollisionVision Sees Phenomenal Growth
* * ***CollisionVision Sees Phenomenal Growth* Since being introduced mid August, CollisionVision has had off the charts success in providing free collision repair information through the recently introduced *CollisionVision Search Engine*. CollisionVision is different – this search-tool uses Google technology, and t ... Continue reading
Dollar and Thrifty Expand Pass24(R) Prepaid Toll System to Florida
TULSA, Okla., Oct. 22 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. , the parent company of Dollar Rent A Car and Thrifty Car Rental, today announced the expansion of Rent A Toll(R) prepaid toll service in the state of Florida. Dollar and Thrifty are already offering the service --branded "Pass24(R)"-- in Dallas, Houston an ... Continue reading
Double awards go to GEICO for fighting drunk driving
WASHINGTON--GEICO was acknowledged with double WRAPPY awards from the Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) for auto insurer’s ongoing fight against drunk driving and underage drinking. GEICO received the 2007 WRAPPY Corporate Sponsor Award for significant contributions and also received the Community Partnershi ... Continue reading
DuPont Expands Portfolio of Renewably Sourced Polymers
Products Provide Comparable or Better Performance Than Petrochemical-Based Alternatives WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 22 -- DuPont continues its progress in the development and launch of high-performance polymers made with renewable resources, the company said on the eve of the global K-2007 plastics trade fair in Dusseldorf, ... Continue reading
EA’s FIFA Street 3 Turns Global Icons into Action Heroes for the Ultimate Arcade Soccer Experience
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--Electronic Arts Inc. today announced that the newest iteration of the street soccer arcade series FIFA Street will return with a new look that turns the game’s global soccer icons into stylized action heroes and a simplified control system that enables you to easily perform over-the-top trick mo ... Continue reading
Expanded Dunlop Maxxed Out Awards Set for Oct. 31
AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- It's not an open and "shutt" case that Baltimore's Ryan Shutt will win an expanded version of Dunlop's Maxxed Out Awards at the Specialty Equipment Market Association Show in Las Vegas. Still, Dunlop officials say, it's hard to ignore that last year's ultimate car tuner was the first three-time ... Continue reading
Hard-fought top-10 finish returns St. Amant to championship podium (USAR/JEGS)
Hard-fought top-10 finish returns St. Amant to championship podium CECIL, Ga. (Oct. 22) -- It wasn't one of his prettiest finishes, but considering the bad luck he's been experiencing lately, Gary St. Amant's 10th-place finish at the Aaron’s 250 Saturday night at South Georgia Motorsports Park might be his most ... Continue reading
JEGS - Chef Nicky Morse / Recipe of the Week (22 of 23 Las Vegas, NV) 596.5 KB
JEGS Chef Nicky Morse Recipe of the Week (22 of 23) - Las Vegas, NV Fruit Toast Team JEGS chef Nicky Morse has prepared meals for royalty, distinguished diplomats, and Ohio's ultra wealthy at the only four-star restaurant in Columbus, Ohio. He's cooked for country music's brightest stars as part of the support crew for ... Continue reading
Lancaster Colony to Webcast First Quarter Fiscal Year 2008 Conference Call
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Lancaster Colony Corporation announced today that first quarter fiscal year 2008 financial results will be released on Monday, October 29, 2007, prior to the opening of the market, and will be followed by a conference call at 10:00 am ET. The conference call will be webcast live via the Inter ... Continue reading
lanelogic Expands Automotive Trading Network
DALLAS--lanelogic, Inc., the Wall Street inspired used vehicle trading network for franchised dealers, announces its entry into Colorado. lanelogic’s proprietary dealer-to-dealer electronic trade floor launched on October 16, 2007 in Denver. “This expansion is an important step towards reaching our goal of establis ... Continue reading
Manitowoc Company Schedules Third-Quarter 2007 Earnings Announcement and Conference Call
MANITOWOC, Wis., Oct. 22 -- The Manitowoc Company, Inc. will release its third-quarter 2007 financial results on Wednesday, October 31, after the market closes. The third-quarter results will also be discussed by Manitowoc's management team during a live conference call for security analysts and institutional investors ... Continue reading
MSX International Acquires European-Based Provider of Predictive Marketing Automotive Solutions
Acquisition of Actuate Business Solutions Ltd. Strengthens MSXI's Outsourced Integrated Solutions Portfolio WARREN, Mich., Oct. 22 -- MSX International, Inc. (MSXI), a leading provider of outsourced business solutions and services to the global automotive marketplace, today announced that it has acquired Actuate Busine ... Continue reading
NBA, AutoTrader.com Announce Extension of Marketing Partnership
ATLANTA--AutoTrader.com and the National Basketball Association today announced an extension of their official marketing partnership. In support of its NBA relationship, AutoTrader.com will again serve as the presenting partner of the NBA on TNT Tip-Off show. AutoTrader.com’s partnership with the NBA will include a s ... Continue reading
Networks In Motion Exceeds Two Million Paid Mobile Phone Navigation Subscribers
ALISO VIEJO, Calif.--Networks In Motion (NIM), the award-winning wireless navigation and location-based services (LBS) company, today announced that it has surpassed two million paid users of its real-time navigation and local search services on GPS-enabled mobile phones based on the company’s LBS NavBuilder™ platf ... Continue reading
New Report Examines the Outlook for the German Car Market
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c72239) has announced the addition of Snapshots Germany Cars 2007 to their offering. Snapdata's Snapshots Germany Cars 2007 provides 2005 year-end market size data, with 2006 estimates, 4 years of historical data and five-year forecasts. T ... Continue reading
PEMAlliance of Michigan Gets Multi-Million Dollar Grant
DETROIT, Oct. 22 -- A Michigan-based group of automotive manufacturers, suppliers and universities has received a $4.9-million federal grant to develop engine-manufacturing technology with the potential to save domestic auto companies more than $1 billion annually. The U.S. Department of Commerce award to the Powertrai ... Continue reading
Press Release Chassis Dyno Measurement System for four post rigs offers increased accuracy for vehicle set up and analysis BERU F1 Systems' low deflection corner weight measurement system accurately and repeatedly provides suspension adjustment or vertical wheel force data on four post rigs Chassis and vehicle dynamic ... Continue reading
REGI U.S., Inc. to Exhibit at SAE Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress & Exhibition
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--REGI U.S., Inc. (OTCBB:RGUS) (Frankfurt Stock Exchange:RGJ) and Reg Technologies, Inc. (TSX Venture Exchange:RRE) (OTCBB:REGRF) are pleased to announce that REGI U.S., Inc. will be exhibiting RadMax™ technology at the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) Commercial Vehicle Engineering Co ... Continue reading
Reynolds Continues Modem Phase Out
Highlights to be Reviewed at Upcoming AICPA Conference DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company, a leading provider of software and services to automotive retailers, is continuing plans to phase out dial-up modems as a means of communications with dealership management systems (DMS). The transition aw ... Continue reading
Rhodia Researchers Launch Experiments in Classrooms During National Chemistry Week
BRISTOL, Pa.--Nearly seven hundred curious middle school students will conduct hands-on chemistry experiments during the 20th annual National Chemistry Week, October 21-27, in Burlington and Bristol area schools, under the guidance of professional researchers from Rhodia Inc. Rhodia’s Chemistry Connection®, an award ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 22, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-256 RODRIGUEZ SEEKS "LOCK" FOR 2007 WESTERN MIDGET TITLE IN SATURDAY'S RACE AT THE LVMS DIRT TRACK Saturday's USAC "doubleheader" at the Las Vegas (Nev.) Motor Speedway Dirt Track features the USAC Western Midgets and the Lucas Oil USAC/CRA Sprint Cars and ... Continue reading
BOSTON--SatCon Technology Corporation (NASDAQ CM: SATC), a developer and supplier of power management and system architecture solutions for the alternative energy, distributed power and hybrid electric vehicle markets, announced today that it has executed a definitive purchase agreement with RockPort Capital Partners a ... Continue reading
Semcon Signs SEK 100m Agreements in Germany
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: Two German automotive suppliers have chosen Semcon (STO:SEMC) as their development partner for the management and engineering of new car projects. The value of the agreements amount to around SEK 100 million and they span three and five years respectively. One of the projects will be ... Continue reading
Smart Energy Solutions to Exhibit at Major Automotive Aftermarket Events of the Year
POMPTON PLAINS, N.J., Oct. 22 -- The more than 100,000 attendees at this year's AAPEX (Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo) and SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show in Las Vegas will see an innovative product designed to keep cars, trucks, boats, RVs, buses, taxicabs, police vehicles and anything else th ... Continue reading
PAHRUMP, Nev., Oct. 22 -- Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch located just 45 miles from the glittering lights of Las Vegas continues its dramatic development plans with the recent completion of new facilities for the Spring Mountain Advanced Driving School operations. The new 7,891 square-foot building is dedicated excl ... Continue reading
Stoneridge, Inc. to Broadcast its Third-Quarter 2007 Conference Call on the Web
WARREN, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Stoneridge, Inc. will broadcast its third-quarter 2007 earnings conference call live over the Internet on Friday, November 2, 2007 at 11 a.m. Eastern time with President and Chief Executive Officer, John Corey; Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, George Strickler; and Director ... Continue reading
SWANSON-SBORO SHOOTOUT AT JACKSONVILLE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 22, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-257 SWANSON-SBORO "SHOOTOUT" SATURDAY AT COASTAL PLAINS; CARLSON TAKES VENTURA DIRT FINALE, FAAS CLAIMS TITLE Tanner Swanson and Michael Sboro will square off for the 2007 USAC Carolina Ford Focus Championship presented by the Richard Petty Driving Experien ... Continue reading
Team IMC Will Ride to Raise Funds for Aftermarket Industry Association Study of Telematics
Team IMC will Ride from Southern California to the AAPEX Show in Las Vegas to Raise Funds and Awareness for Automotive Aftermarket Issues CANOGA PARK, Calif., Oct. 22 -- Team IMC, a group of cyclists made up of employees from Interamerican Motor Corporation (IMC) and industry partners will be riding from Los Angeles to ... Continue reading
The First American Corporation to Hold Third-Quarter Conference Call on November 1
SANTA ANA, Calif., Oct. 22 -- The First American Corporation , America's largest provider of business information, today announced that it will host a conference call on Nov. 1, 2007, at 11 a.m. EDT. The call will follow the announcement of the company's third-quarter operating results, which is scheduled for release o ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c72256) has announced the addition of the new Frost & Sullivan Report “Strategic Analysis of 3PL Market in the Indian Automotive Vehicles Sector” to their offering. This Frost & Sullivan research titled Strategic Analysis of the 3PL Ma ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c72183) has announced the addition of “Motor Vehicle Insurance - Portfolio Analysis” to their offering. The Portfolio Analysis - Motor Vehicle Insurance is a comprehensive evaluation of the UK market. The revised and updated 2007 editi ... Continue reading
The Racing Chef episode #3 at 10 p.m. ET Oct. 22nd (TONIGHT) on FSN Ohio
The Racing Chef episode #3 at 10 p.m. ET Oct. 22nd on FSN Ohio The most accomplished chef in motorsports will bring his unique and rollicking blend of culinary and hot-rodding experiences to the small screen. ... Continue reading
Thor Promotes Richard E. Riegel III to Chief Operating Officer
JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, Oct. 22 -- Thor Industries, Inc. announced today that its Board of Directors has promoted Richard (Dicky) E. Riegel III to Chief Operating Officer. In this new role each of Thor's subsidiaries will report to him. Mr. Riegel was most recently Group President of Thor with seven Thor companies report ... Continue reading
Tim Sauter Caught in Martinsville Massacre
Tim Sauter Caught in Martinsville Massacre October 20, 2007 – Martinsville, VA. Another Nascar Craftsman Truck Series race for Tim Sauter. Another solid run with a seemingly sure top-10 finish, then only seven laps from the checkered flag another disappointing ending with his Lester Buildings Silverado battered again ... Continue reading
Triade and Chromatech Incorporated Announce Joint Venture: Chromatech Europe B.V.
HONSELERSDIJK, the Netherlands & CANTON, Mich.--Triade of Honselersdijk, the Netherlands, and Chromatech Incorporated of Canton, MI, USA are launching a joint venture, Chromatech Europe B.V. in October, 2007. Chromatech Europe B.V. combines the raw material and EU export proficiency of Triade and superior liquid dye te ... Continue reading
PEMBROKE, Bermuda, Oct. 22 -- Tyco Electronics Ltd. will report fiscal fourth quarter and year-end results at 4:00 p.m. EST on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007. The company will hold a conference call for investors at 5:30 p.m. EST. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c72194) has announced the addition of “Tyre Dealers - Portfolio Analysis” to their offering. The Portfolio Analysis - Tyre Dealers is a comprehensive evaluation of the UK market. The revised and updated 2007 edition analyses the financ ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. Strengthens Board of Directors With Two Key Appointments
MySpace Co-founder and COO and Former Autobytel CEO Join Board of Directors CARSON, Calif., Oct. 22 -- U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. , a leading online provider of aftermarket auto parts and accessories, today announced that Josh Berman, MySpace Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer and Jeffrey Schwartz, the former Ch ... Continue reading
Wescast Industries Inc. Hosts Conference Call and Webcast to Discuss 3rd Quarter Earnings
BRANTFORD, Ontario--Wescast Industries Inc., (TSX:WCS.A) the world's leading supplier of exhaust manifolds for passenger cars and light trucks will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss third quarter financial results on Wednesday October 31, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. (ET). To participate in the call, dial 1-800-525-63 ... Continue reading
DES PLAINES, Ill., Oct. 22 -- Wheels, Inc., a leader in the multi-billion-dollar fleet-leasing industry, today announced innovative new capabilities for developing and storing customized vehicle specifications and quotes within its FleetView(R) online fleet management tool. FleetView is the industry-leading fleet manag ... Continue reading
Xcel Energy announces six-month test drive of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles
Please find included a press release from XCEL Energy regarding an order to Hybrids Plus for a small fleet of V2G (Vehicle-To-Grid) conversions. ... Continue reading
XPEL to Acquire Performance Tools
SAN ANTONIO--XPEL Technologies Corp. (TSX VENTURE:DAP.U) announced today the signing of a letter of intent to acquire Performance Tools Distributing (“Performance Tools”) of Dublin, Ohio. Performance Tools is the preeminent global supplier of window film tools, paint protection and vinyl installation tools, as well ... Continue reading
BANKS SMASHES DURAMAX DRAG RECORD ... FIRST TRY!
BANKS SMASHES RECORD WITH DURAMAX-POWERED SIDEWINDER DRAG TRUCK! FIRST TIME ON THE TRACK! 150.06 Mile Per Hour @ 8.648 seconds With NO Smoke! Fontana, Calif. - - (Saturday, October 20, 2007) With an endurance Duramax road racing engine under the hood and not even so much as a few minutes of test running on the chassis ... Continue reading
HEILIGENHAUS, Germany, October 23 -- - Company Raises Capital by EUR 20 Million; 2007/2008 Business Plan Finalised. With new owners, new management and a sound restructuring concept, Kiekert, a leading supplier of locking systems to the automotive industry, is on track to a more stable future. Kiekert group's managemen ... Continue reading
CGRFS NBS Memphis Advance Notes
Race: Sam's Town 250 on Saturday, October 27, 2007 Track: Memphis Motorsports Park (.75-mile tri-oval) Location: Memphis, Tenn. CGRFS Busch Series Media Contact at Memphis: Angie Copen, No. 41 Memorex Dodge Kelby Krauss, No. 42 Target Dodge Bryan Clauson and the No. 41 Memorex Dodge Team Facts: * Fourth Run, but First ... Continue reading
Race: Pep Boys Auto 500 on Sunday, October 28 Track: Atlanta Motor Speedway (1.54-mile oval) Location: Hampton, Ga. CGRFS Media Contacts at Atlanta Motor Speedway: NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Entries Patrick Rogers, No. 40 Coors Light/St. Jude Dodge Patrick Rogers, No. 41 Breast Cancer Awareness Dodge Heather Kincel, No. ... Continue reading
Dodge Continues Commercial Vehicle Onslaught
-- Industry wide, nearly one out of every five new vehicles sold in the U.S. is a commercial vehicle -- Dodge has introduced six all-new commercial vehicles since 2003 -- New commercial standard set with all-new Dodge Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 Chassis Cabs, Dodge ram 2500/3500 Box-Off modes, all-new Dodge Sprinter and a ... Continue reading
AutoNavi Takes the Lead in Chinese Navigation Market SHANGHAI, China, Oct. 23 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- SBD, the top global consulting firm focusing on the design and development of automotive components and systems, has recently published the world's first authoritative research report on the Chinese navigation and telem ... Continue reading
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 23 -- The fast, professional response by law enforcement, fire, and medical personnel when the I-35W bridge collapsed is a reminder for the Minnesota business community of the importance of planning for and training employees on what to do in emergency situations, says Michael Vinje, PMP, co-founder o ... Continue reading
Bosch Showcases Chassis Capabilities at North America's First Vehicle Dynamics Expo
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 23 -- Through an array of activities and products, Bosch will showcase its ability to network diverse Chassis technologies and continue to improve driving safety and comfort at the first North American version of Europe's popular Vehicle Dynamics Expo. The event takes place, Oct. 24-26, 20 ... Continue reading
- Audi serves as Official Automotive Sponsor of Annual Event hosted by California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and First Lady Maria Shriver - Audi to host 'Living Green' panel and educate women of fuel-efficient lifestyle AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 23 -- In an effort to bring the issue of efficient fuel technologies t ... Continue reading
LoJack Helps Turn up the 'H.E.A.T' With Valuable Vehicle Theft Protection Information
Company Supports Governor Granholm's Effort to Halt Vehicle Theft in Michigan What: As part of Governor Jennifer Granholm's "Turn Up the H.E.A.T. Week" (an auto theft prevention effort taking place in Michigan this week), LoJack Corporation , is offering residents easy-to-access, valuable information that outlines how ... Continue reading
3rd Annual Candy Bowl at SSP This Saturday with Trick or Treating Following
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 3rd Annual Candy Bowl presented by J&K Auto Salvage at SSP on Saturday Highlighted with Final Race of the Season for the ARDC Midgets Newberrytown, PA (October 23, 2007) - The 3rd Annual Candy Bowl presented by J&K Auto Salvage of York will be held on Saturday ... Continue reading
AC Transit and Chevron Launch Pilot Program to Test Alternative Fuels
Cleaner-burning biodiesel and GTL diesel to fuel Bay Area buses during six-month study OAKLAND, Calif., Oct. 23 -- The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District (AC Transit) and Chevron Products Company today launched the Cleaner Fuels Test Program, which will study two alternative fuels in a fleet of buses traveling Bay A ... Continue reading
Air Chamber Portable Automotive Storage System Sales Climb as Winter Bears Down on North America
DALLAS--Air Chamber USA has reported that sales of its “no touch” auto storage system are climbing as Americans begin to prepare their collector cars for winter storage. After the introduction of the portable, controlled-environment storage system earlier this year, purchases have spiked by owners of collector, exo ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Expands R&D in Off-Road Racing to Build Better Products
AAPEX Show Booth #1458 DETROIT, Oct. 23 -- American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) Holdings, Inc., which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced an expansion of its efforts to utilize off-road racing as a research and development testing tool. Starting this fall, AAM will be supplying parts to legendary racer, Rod Ha ... Continue reading
Asbury Automotive Group Appoints Juanita T. James to Board of Directors
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. , one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., announced today that Juanita T. James has been appointed to the Company's board of directors. The appointment, which is effective immediately, brings the size of Asbury's board to 11 members. "We ... Continue reading
Audi Standardizes on MSC.Software's MD Nastran as Its Solution for Multidiscipline Simulation
Multi-Discipline Solution Selected to Increase Product Innovation and Improve Process Efficiency. SANTA ANA, Calif., Oct. 23 -- MSC.Software , the leading global provider of enterprise simulation solutions including simulation software and services, today announced that automotive manufacturer Audi AG has standardized ... Continue reading
HONG KONG, Oct. 23 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LIMITED (Incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability) (Stock Code: 1114) (1) REVISION OF APPROVED CAPS FOR REVISED CONTINUING CONNECTED TRANSACTIONS; (2) NEW CONTINUING CONNECTED TRANSACTION; (3) CONNECTED AND MAJOR TRANSACTION ... Continue reading
Butterflies are free for Capps heading into Vegas
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 1 of 2 of Countdown to One ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 26-28, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net BUTTERFLIES ARE FREE FOR CAPPS HEADING ... Continue reading
Car Designer Revenge Designs Announces Reverse Merger into Southern Cosmetics (SHCM)
DECATUR, Ind.--Car Designer Revenge Designs, LLC announced today that Revenge and Southern Cosmetics, Inc. (Pink Sheets:SHCM) have completed a reverse merger transaction whereby Revenge’s business assets and operations are now within the public company Southern Cosmetics, Inc. which trades under the symbol SHCM. Pete ... Continue reading
CarMax Board Elects New Directors
RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 23 -- CarMax, Inc. announced today that its board of directors has elected Shira D. Goodman, executive vice president of marketing at Staples, Inc., and Ronald E. Blaylock, founder, chairman, and chief executive officer of Blaylock & Company, Inc., to membership on the board. Goodman, 46, joined Sta ... Continue reading
Carnegie Mellon's Tartan Racing Team To Brief Reporters, Nov. 2
Team Members, Sponsors Will Offer Insights on DARPA Urban Challenge EVENT: William "Red" Whittaker and members of Carnegie Mellon University's Tartan Racing team will host a media briefing for reporters covering the Nov. 3 DARPA Urban Challenge, a competition between robotic vehicles with a $2 million first prize. Whit ... Continue reading
Celeb Tattoo Artist Kat Von D 'Makes Her Mark' with Dunlop
L.A. Ink Star Hosts 'Maxxed Out' Awards, Signs Autographs AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- One of the top female artists in the tattoo world is joining Dunlop Tires next week at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Kat Von D, star of L.A. Ink, a spinoff of the Miami Ink TLC show, appears Wednesday, Oct. 31, at 11 a.m. in the Dunlop boot ... Continue reading
Coachmen’s Third Quarter Conference Call on the Internet
ELKHART, Ind.--Coachmen Industries, Inc. will release its 2007 third quarter financial results after the close of trading on Monday, October 29, 2007. The Company will also hold a conference call and real-time webcast to discuss the third quarter results and outlook on Tuesday, October 30, 2007. The live broadcast of C ... Continue reading
Coors Light and CGRFS Raise Money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Coors Light and CGRFS Raise Money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Every Completed Lap at Oct. 28th Atlanta Race Increases Donation; No. 40 Coors Light Dodge to feature St. Jude Paint Scheme CONCORD, N.C. (October 23, 2007)-Coors Light, St. ... Continue reading
TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Dana Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: DCNAQ) today announced that the Honorable Burton R. Lifland of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York approved the Disclosure Statement filed in connection with the company's proposed Plan of Reorganization and authorized Dana ... Continue reading
Donaldson Company to Present at Two Investor Conferences
MINNEAPOLIS--Donaldson Company, Inc. announced today that Bill Cook, Chairman, President and CEO, will present at the Gabelli & Company 31st Annual Automotive Aftermarket Symposium on October 30 at 1:30 p.m. ET. Cook will also be presenting at the Robert W. Baird 37th Annual Industrial Conference on November 7 at 2:20 ... Continue reading
Douglas Motorsports Wins in Texas
Douglas Motorsports Wins Round 9 at Texas Motor Speedway El Cajon, CA (October 23, 2007) - Douglas Motorsports traveled to Texas Motor Speedway looking for the win that has eluded the team throughout the 2007 Championship Off-Road Racing Season. Scott Douglas and his team have worked extremely hard, competing in two ra ... Continue reading
Flextronics Announces Second Quarter Record Results
Record Quarterly Net Sales up 18% to $5.6 Billion; Record Quarterly Adjusted Net Income up 25% to $146 Million; Record Quarterly Adjusted EPS of $0.24 SINGAPORE, Oct. 23 -- Flextronics today announced results for its second quarter ended September 28, 2007 as follows: (US$ in millions, except EPS) Three Month Periods E ... Continue reading
Freescale Semiconductor Announces Third Quarter 2007 Results
AUSTIN, Texas--Freescale Semiconductor Holdings I, Ltd. today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 28, 2007. Highlights for the quarter include: Net sales of $1.45 billion; Adjusted EBITDA of $396 million; Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments of $772 million. A description of A ... Continue reading
NISKAYUNA, N.Y.--GE Global Research, the centralized research organization of the General Electric Company today announced $6.8 million in funding for two projects with the U.S. Department of Energy to help accelerate the introduction of plug-in hybrid vehicles to market. The first project is a $5.6 million contract to ... Continue reading
Gene Hew-Len, CEO of NXGen, Inc., Featured in a New Audio Interview at SmallCapVoice.com
AUSTIN, Texas--SmallCapVoice.com, Inc., today announced that a new audio interview featuring Gene Hew-Len, CEO of NXGen, Inc., (Pink Sheets: NXGH). The interview can be heard here at http://www.smallcapvoice.com/nxgh/nxgh-10-22-07.php. NXGen Holdings, Inc., through its wholly owned subsidiary NXGen, Inc., is focused on ... Continue reading
Infinity Insurance to Fast Track Customer Claimswith SPSS Predictive Analytics
CHICAGO--Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation , a nationwide automobile insurance provider based in Birmingham, Ala., has selected market-leading predictive analytics software to improve claim cycle time and enhance customer service. PredictiveClaims™ software from SPSS Inc. will provide the organization a real ... Continue reading
Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation Declares Quarterly Dividend
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 23 -- Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation announced today that it declared a quarterly dividend of $0.09 per share of Infinity Property and Casualty Common Stock. The dividend is payable on December 14, 2007 to holders of record on November 30, 2007. Infinity Property and Casualty Corporat ... Continue reading
Intermet Corporation Announces Reorganization of Executive Team
FT. WORTH, Texas, Oct. 23 -- Intermet Corporation, one of the world's leading manufacturers of cast-metal automotive components, took another step today in the execution of its strategic growth plan by announcing the reorganization of the company's executive team. The moves focus on expanding executive and operational ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Receives SPE Automotive Award 2007
BURSCHEID, Germany, October 23 -- - Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Central Europe Confers Second Place on New Production Process Johnson Controls, one of the world's leading suppliers of automotive interior systems, electronics and batteries, has taken 2nd place in the 11th Automotive Division Award of the Society ... Continue reading
Komatsu America Corp. Successfully Implements Servigistics
Leading Construction and Mining Equipment Manufacturer Optimizes Service Parts Inventory Across North America ATLANTA, Oct. 23 -- Servigistics, the leading strategic service management solution provider, announced today that Komatsu America Corp., a subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd. that manufactures, sells, and maintains con ... Continue reading
Land Rover Drives Customer Awareness with Mobile Advertising Powered By Nokia Ad Business
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 23 -- Nokia Ad Business, formerly Enpocket, today announced that Land Rover is using the Nokia Ad Platform to power a targeted interactive mobile Internet experience for the LR3 that is achieving high results. Nokia recently acquired mobile advertising leader, Enpocket to build a leading global mobi ... Continue reading
Las Vegas Prerace: Jolt Energy Gum and Hillary Will team up for racing school promotion
*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: 920-733-2330* *E-MAIL: PR4KBRacingL ... Continue reading
- The DealerTrack Specialty Solutions Group Network (formerly Curomax) multi-asset finance application will assist MB Financial Bank clients - LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Oct. 23 -- DealerTrack Holdings Inc., today announced that Chicago-based MB Financial Bank, N.A. , a provider of customer-driven financial solutions to priva ... Continue reading
Mike Ashley Determined to Win One for Mindy
PRE RACE REPORT - LAS VEGAS MIKE ASHLEY'S GOTHAM CITY RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For high-resolution photos and interviews, please contact: Matthew Brammer - Active Marketing pr@activemarketing.com (623) 879-4290 Mike Ashley Determined to Win One for Mindy LAS VEGAS (October 22, ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Enables Supplier Collaboration Utilizing 4CS iWarranty
EAST MOLINE, Ill., Oct. 23 -- 4CS, Inc., a leading provider of intelligent warranty software applications, recently announced Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. (MCFA) will add yet another application from its iWarranty software suite -- the Supplier Warranty application. MCFA has already implemented the iWar ... Continue reading
New Site Available at SwRI for Evaluating Highway Safety Devices and Traffic Barriers
SAN ANTONIO--A new crash test pad facility for evaluating the response of traffic barriers and various highway safety devices to vehicle impact is now available for use at Southwest Research Institute. The crash test pad is made of concrete and is 600 feet in length and 100 feet wide. The facility is located on the SwR ... Continue reading
News Release (HQ): EPA Calls for Partnering on School Chemical Safety
News for Release: Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *EPA Calls for Partnering on School Chemical Safety *Contact: Roxanne Smith, (202) 564-4355 / smith.roxanne@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Oct. 23, 2007) What should a school do with outdated chemicals that may have been sitting in the lab ... Continue reading
News for Release: Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *EPA Lauds Private Partners for Improving Fuel Economy, Reducing Greenhouse Gases "Wal-Mart, Office Depot and IBM Among Winners "* Contact: Dave Ryan, (202) 564-4355 / ryan.dave@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Oct. 23, 2007) EPA yesterday r ... Continue reading
News for Release: Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *Have You Seen the Light? Nearly 1 Million Take Pledge to Make Energy Efficient Change *Contact: Enesta Jones, (202) 564-4355 / jones.enesta@epa.gov* * (New York City, N.Y. - Oct. 23, 2007) The 20-day national Energy Star Change a Light ... Continue reading
Oberg Motorsports Survives the Texas Grind
Oberg Survives the Texas Grind Eagle River, WI (October 23, 2007) - After successful season in the Midwest, Oberg Motorsports headed to Texas Motor Speedway for the eastern stop of the Championship Off-Road Racing series. The last minute decision to compete in Texas made the logistics a challenge to get all the team me ... Continue reading
SEATTLE--Pelago, Inc., a new company developing consumer experiences derived from breakthrough technology, today launched Whrrl, a mobile and Web social discovery service that uses proprietary location-based technology to create a unique intersection of social networking, local discovery and user-generated content. The ... Continue reading
Per Carlsson new President of Volvo Trucks North America Division
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Per Carlsson has been appointed new President and CEO of Volvo Trucks North America Division . Per Carlsson is today responsible for Volvo Powertrain Sweden and he will take up his new position on January 1, 2008. Per Carlsson, 47, has previously held various positions in the Volvo Group. Prior to hi ... Continue reading
Philip Murtaugh Meets with Media, Dealers in Japan at 2007 Tokyo Motor Show
TOKYO, October 23 -- - As CEO of Asia Operations, Murtaugh will have first speaking engagement at a major motor show - Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge brands will each have vehicle premieres for Japan and Asia - Chrysler LLC continues its international expansion with sustainable, profitable growth Chrysler LLC will reconfi ... Continue reading
Race Fans Gear Up to Recycle as Two Atlanta Companies Celebrate the Homecoming of NASCAR
Atlanta residents are encouraged to recycle their rechargeable batteries and cell phones at local collection event WHAT: Just days before the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Race at the Atlanta Motor Speedway, locally-based Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) will kick off the pre-race festivities with a "Green Means G ... Continue reading
Retired Phelps Dodge Chairman J. Steven Whisler Joins Brunswick Board of Directors
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Oct. 23 -- Brunswick Corporation announced today that J. Steven Whisler, retired chairman and chief executive officer of Phelps Dodge Corporation, has been elected to Brunswick's board of directors, effective immediately. The election of Whisler, 52, brings the number of board members to 10. Whisler ... Continue reading
Ricardo Makes Donation to SAE Foundation Campaign
WARRENDALE, Pa., Oct. 23 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The SAE Foundation's Inspiring A New Generation campaign is the recipient of a $20,000 gift from Ricardo. The funds from Ricardo will be used to expand the A World In Motion(R) (AWIM) program. Ricardo plans to increase its involvement with the program, bringing more i ... Continue reading
Scelzi calm before the storm in Vegas
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 1 of 2 of Countdown to One ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 26-28, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net SCELZI CALM BEFORE THE STORM IN VEGAS ... Continue reading
Solomon Ships First 100kW System for Energy Market
DANBURY, Conn., Oct. 23 -- Solomon Technologies Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SOLM) announced today that it has delivered the first shipment of a $500,000 order to a major manufacturer of capital equipment targeting the rapidly growing solar industry. This high voltage, 100 kilowatt power conversion system is an adjunct to Sol ... Continue reading
SpongeTech Excited to Exhibit at SEMA in Las Vegas October 30th through November 1st. NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- SpongeTech Delivery Systems, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SPNG) announced today it will be exhibiting it's SpongeTech Delivery Systems Car Wash & Wax products at the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show in ... Continue reading
SpongeTech Delivery Systems Clarifies Sales Order Backlog Status and Manufacturing Capabilities
NEW YORK, Oct. 23 -- SpongeTech Delivery Systems, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SPNG) announced today after receiving investor inquiries into the status of its sales and order backlog, wishes to clarify details for its shareholders. SpongeTech Delivery System's CFO Steven Moskowitz commented, "I think there are some misconcept ... Continue reading
Sprint Nextel Atlanta Race Weekend Highlights
Sprint Nextel Race Weekend Highlights ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY NEXTEL Leader Chat When: Dessert - Friday, Oct. 26, 3 p.m. EDT NEXTEL Leader Chat - Friday, Oct. 26, 6 p.m. EDT Who: Jeff Gordon, Driver of the No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet Where: Media Center, Atlanta Motor Speedway NEXTEL Leader Bonus - $20,000 The NEXTEL Leader ... Continue reading
Taylor Racing CORR Report - Texas
Taylor Racing Has Tough Time in Texas Belvidere, IL (October 22, 2207) - Scott Taylor and his #8 Skyjacker Suspensions Roush Performance Miller Electric Justice Brothers BFGoodrich Tire Ford F-150 came to Texas Motor Speedway looking to compete with several of his long time west coast rivals. The Texas stop on the CORR ... Continue reading
Tele Atlas LBS Innovator Series Announces 'Attendee Choice Awards at CES 2008' Call for Entries
Application developers invited to participate for second year of competition SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 23 -- CTIA Wireless I.T. & Entertainment -- Tele Atlas (FSE: TA6, EUNV: TA), a leading global provider of digital maps and dynamic content for navigation and location-based solutions, today announced the Tele Atlas LBS Inno ... Continue reading
Tele Atlas LBS Innovator Series Announces 'Maps in Apps' Contest Finalists
CTIA attendees invited to participate in voting to select winner SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 23 -- CTIA Wireless I.T. & Entertainment -- Tele Atlas (FSE: TA6, EUNV: TA), a leading global provider of digital maps and dynamic content for navigation and location-based solutions, today named the finalists for the Tele Atlas Maps i ... Continue reading
Telit Communications is Awarded 7th PTCRB Module Certification
SAN FRANCISCO--Telit Wireless Solutions, Inc., the US-based mobile technology arm of Telit Communications PLC (AIM:TCM), today announced its GE864-PY module has been awarded PTCRB (PCS Type Certification Review Board) certification, the regulatory requirement needed to offer GSM cellular communications products in the ... Continue reading
Tenneco to Webcast Presentation at the 31st Annual Gabelli Automotive Aftermarket Symposium
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Oct. 23 -- Tenneco will participate in the 31st Annual Gabelli Automotive Aftermarket Symposium Conference to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, October 30, 2007. Tenneco's Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, Gregg Sherrill, will present at 9:15 a.m. PDT. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bi ... Continue reading
Thresher Industries Receives a Purchase Order from PACCAR Parts
HANFORD, Calif.--Thresher Industries (Pink Sheets:THRI) announced today that it has received a purchase order from Paccar Parts for an aluminum cast product to be delivered in November 2007. Tom Flessner said, "We are pleased to have received this order from PACCAR Parts, the size of this order from PACCAR fits within ... Continue reading
WHI Solutions Named to Deloitte's 2007 Technology Fast 500
Attributes its Revenue Growth to rapid adoption of its Nexpart on demand ebusiness suite. RYE BROOK, N.Y., Oct. 23 -- WHI Solutions (Wrenchead), a leading provider of on demand business management solutions for manufacturers, distributors, retailers and their customers, today announced that it ranked 361 on Deloitte's ... Continue reading
Winplus Unveils the Yada Collection of Hands-Free Mobile Car Products for Drivers
SAN FRANCISCO--Winplus, a global manufacturer of automotive products, today announced the launch of its new Yada Collection of hands-free mobile products for the automobile. Leveraging Bluetooth technology, the Yada Collection allows drivers to operate their vehicles safely and hands-free with easy-to-use products for ... Continue reading
XPEL Launches Patent-Pending Clear Coated Paint Protection Film
SAN ANTONIO--XPEL Technologies Corp. (TSX VENTURE:DAP.U) announced today the launching of its Clear Coated Paint Protection Film which will transform the industry and make XPEL the leading full-service provider of Paint Protection Programs worldwide. “With this exciting announcement, XPEL puts the final piece of the ... Continue reading
Zipcar Strengthens Premier Executive Team - Appoints Chief Financial Officer
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 23 -- Zipcar, the world's largest car sharing service, today announced that it has named Edward Goldfinger to the position of Chief Financial Officer. The appointment further strengthens Zipcar's management team as the company moves forward with strategic growth initiatives. With more than twenty ... Continue reading
CORR (TEXAS) - Nissan's Carl Renezeder Scores Three Wins at Championship Off-Road Racing Texas Event
- Nissan Motorsports-backed Titan-bodied Race Trucks Dominate Field at Texas Motor Speedway - NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 23 -- Victory was the order of the weekend at Texas Motor Speedway for Carl Renezeder and his Pro-2 Nissan Titan-bodied race truck, with three wins in the Pro-2 class at the Championship Off-Road Racing ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (LAS VEGAS) - Anderson after Championship for Summit Racing, Pontiac, and KB Racing
*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* *SEVENTH ANNUAL NHRA ACDELCO LAS VEGAS NATIONALS THE ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (LAS VEGAS) - Beckman, MTS Dodge at Nellis Air Force Base on Wednesday
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 1 of 2 of Countdown to One ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 26-28, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net JACK BECKMAN, MAIL TERMINAL SERVICES D ... Continue reading
ATC-Onlane Acquires CarsArrive Network to Offer Customers Greater Transportation Efficiency
MENLO PARK, Calif.--ATC-Onlane, the leading online auction company in North America for automotive dealers to buy and sell wholesale vehicles, today announced that it has acquired CarsArrive Network, Inc., the nation’s premier outsource provider of automated vehicle shipping services. The acquisition will provide aut ... Continue reading
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SAN DIEGO--Wireless M2M leaders, CalAmp Corp. , and Kyocera Wireless Corp. announced their collaboration on a series of Machine-to-Machine (M2M) products that leverage the power of both CDMA and GSM wireless technologies for cost effective M2M solutions. CalAmp’s CDMA-based products will now integrate the new Kyocera ... Continue reading
Carbon fabric and Aramid UD Fabric, Multiaxial, Carbon Fiber
Subj : Carbon fabric and Aramid (Kevlar) UD Fabric, 3K and 12k carbon fabric, Multiaxial, Glassfiber fabric, Carbon Fiber 3k, 6k, 12k, 24k. Dear, Sir We are specialized in manufacturing all kinds of carbon and glassfiber fabric, Carbon UD Fabric and Aramid UD Fabric Wrap and Strip system, Multiaxial, etc. We supply the ... Continue reading
DuPont Delivers Strong Earnings Growth in Third Quarter 2007
WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 23 -- Highlights -- Third quarter 2007 earnings per share were $0.56 versus $0.52 in the third quarter 2006. Excluding significant items, earnings per share increased 20 percent to $0.59 in the current quarter from $0.49 in the third quarter 2006. -- Sales rose 6 percent to $6.7 billion. Excludin ... Continue reading
MILWAUKEE, Oct. 23 -- Johnson Controls, Inc. today reported record sales and earnings for its 2007 fourth quarter. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations totaled $0.78, up 26% from $0.62 last year. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070930/AQSU001LOGO) Sales for the 2007 fourth quarter totaled ... Continue reading
Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2008 Results
- Second Quarter EPS of $.29, Comparable Store Sales up 2%, Net Income Up 16.2% - - Company Renews Employment Agreement with CEO for Five Years - - Full Year 2008 Estimated EPS Range of $1.08 to $1.11, Including $.03 Non- cash Charge Related to Renewed CEO Agreement - - Per Share Data for All Periods Presented on Split ... Continue reading
Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 23 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. , a leading provider of automotive undercar repair and tire services, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $.06 per share on the Company's outstanding shares of common stock, post-stock split, including the shares of ... Continue reading
Stringent Legislations Provide Tremendous Growth Potential for Emission Control Catalysts in Europe
LONDON--The Materials Group at Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce its 2007 Quarterly Analyst Briefing Presentation on the European emission control catalyst market to be held on Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at 2:00 pm GMT. The chemical processing catalyst market is greatly influenced by metal prices and market partic ... Continue reading
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--Aura Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets:AUSI) announced today that the AuraGen mobile power system would be exhibited in the Worldwide Food Expo on a number of Isuzu supplied mid size refrigeration trucks. Worldwide Food Expo is the premier showcase of processing, packaging, equipment, ingredients and servi ... Continue reading
The Global Motor Insurance Market is Forecast to Have a Value of $535.6 Billion by 2011
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c72338) has announced the addition of Datamonitor's new report: Motor Insurance: Global Industry Guide to their offering. Our Motor Insurance: Global Industry Guide is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the moto ... Continue reading
Twin Disc, Inc., Increases Quarterly Cash Dividendto $0.14 Per Share from $0.11 Per Share
RACINE, Wis.--Twin Disc, Inc. , announced today that the Board of Directors increased the regular quarterly cash dividend by 27 percent to $0.14 per share from $0.11 per share payable on December 3, 2007, to shareholders of record on November 9, 2007. This is the third increase in the quarterly dividend since March 1, ... Continue reading
Dodge Announces Pricing for 2008 Sprinter
- Starting at $33,900, "Super-sized" Sprinter offers more choices, features and innovations - Segment's best overall value and most best-in-class advantages - Low operating costs and class leader in versatility and operating performance - Most safety features in the full-size van segment - 2008 Sprinter arrives later t ... Continue reading
The Growing Family of Green Machines at the 37th Annual South Florida International Auto Show
MIAMI, Oct. 23 -- As consumers look for more ways to soften the hit at the gas pumps, the auto industry is responding with innovations for both cars and trucks. The best of those efforts will help fill the Miami Beach Convention Center at this year's South Florida International Auto Show, November 9-18. Hybrid has caug ... Continue reading
Consumer Guide Automotive Announces the 2008 Best Buy and Recommended Awards
LINCOLNWOOD, Ill., Oct. 23 -- Consumer Guide Automotive, the leading publisher of authoritative, objective new and used car reviews for 40 years, today announced the recipients of its 2008 Best Buy and Recommended Awards. The annual list, designed to make car buying easier for consumers, represents the best overall val ... Continue reading
Mini Dealers Stage Special Events
Washington DC October 23, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that the new-generation Mini Cooper has been on sale since February, and sales have set records for five straight months. But that doesn't stop Mini USA from holding special events to engage current owners and attract new ones. The latest: declaring October ... Continue reading
Honda Says It Won't Pursue Plug-in Hybrids
Washington DC October 23, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Honda Motor Co. Chief Executive Takeo Fukui today said plug-in hybrid gasoline-electric vehicles offered too few environmental benefits for his company to pursue, adding that the Chevrolet Volt that GM is aiming to launch in a few years made little sens ... Continue reading
Chrysler, Ford and GM Chief Economists Call for Action on Misaligned Japanese Yen
WASHINGTON--Calling the Yen, âthe most misaligned currency in the developed world today,â the Chief Economists from the three major U.S. automakers today urged the U.S. government to work with other countries to take immediate action to address serious problems caused by Japanâs misaligned currency. In j ... Continue reading
NASCAR SCS (ATLANTA) - PRE-RACE STATS PACKAGE
Statistical Advance: Analyzing The Pep Boys Auto 500 At Atlanta Motor Speedway CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THIS PRESS RELEASE IN A MICROSOFT WORD DOCUMENT. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THIS PRESS RELEASE AS A PDF FILE. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 22, 2007) â The battle between Hendrick Motorsports teammates Jeff Gordon and Jim ... Continue reading
NHRA (LAS VEGAS) - PRE-RACE ADVANCE ACDELCO NATIONALS
WHAT: Seventh annual ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals, the 22nd of 23 events in the NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series and the first of two races in the Countdown to One. Professional competitors in four categories earn points leading to 2007 NHRA POWERade Series world championships. Eight Top Fuel drivers will compete i ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (MEMPHIS) - GANASSI/SABATES PRE-RACE ADVANCE
Bryan Clauson and the No. 41 Memorex Dodge Team Facts: Fourth Run, but First Time: This weekendâs run at Memphis will mark 18-year-old Bryan Clausonâs fourth career NASCAR Busch Series (NBS) start but his first run at the Memphis Motorsports Park. Clauson, who just graduated from Noblesville (Ind.) High Schoo ... Continue reading
NASCAR NCTS (DAYTONA) - SERIES NOTES
Title Contenders Leave Rivalry At Garage Gate<BR> Setzer, On Roll With New Team, Nears Milestone<bR> Skinnerâs 11-Point Edge Closest With 4 To Go<BR> Toyotaâs Kroger 200 Win Clinches Manufacturer Crown<BR> <P> Skinner Vs. Hornaday: Fierce Competitors Who Also Are Friends Few competitors in the 12-plus seasons ... Continue reading
* NHRA XPLOD SPORT COMPACT CHAMPIONS CROWNED IN POMONA: Four of the champions of the NHRA Xplōd Sport Compact Racing Series were crowned during eliminations Sunday at the NHRA Sport Compact World Finals. Auto Club Raceway at Pomona was the place to be for Gary Gardella (Pro FWD), Brent Rau (Modified), Kenny Tran ( ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (VARIOUS LOCATION) - PENSKE RACE REPORT
In an exciting race similar to the event two weeks ago at Road Atlanta, Germany's Timo Bernhard and France's Romain Dumas scored their eighth LMP2 win this season in their Penske Racing Porsche RS Spyder at the American Le Mans Series finale at Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway. Bernhard and Dumas, who clinched the drivers' ch ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (REYNOLDS, GA.) - Diana Harker & Randy Meyer Racing make strong semi-final finish
After a challenging start to their 2007 Top Alcohol Dragster debut, the Harker-Meyer team hit a home run at the weekends Division Two Lucas Oil Event held in Reynolds, GA October 20-21. Australian rookie driver, Diana Harker piloted the Pro Care RX, Miller Industries, Aeromotive, Seal Gunk, Lucas Oil and Meyer Truck Ce ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (MEMPHIS) - CJM Racing\Memphis Pre-Race Report
Jason Keller No. 11 InvestLinc Chevrolet Sam's Town 250 Memphis Motorsports Park, Memphis, Tenn. Saturday, October 28, 2007 JASON KELLER/ INVESTLINC TEAM FAST FACTS: · The CJM Racing team will make their 13th NASCAR Busch Series (NBS) race attempt this weekend at Memphis Motorsports Park (MMP) · Veteran driver Jason ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Kelby Krauss at Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates Media Relations, 704-662-9642 Franchitti to Make NASCAR Busch Series Debut this Weekend at Memphis Motorsports Park CONCORD, N.C. (October 22, 2007)-Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates (CGRFS) announced today driver Dario Franchitti ... Continue reading
At 2.6 Million Miles, Irv Gordon and His Historic Volvo Roll On
Retired Long Island Science Teacher Sets Sights on 3 Million Miles In His Record-Breaking 1966 Volvo P1800 IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 23 -- With 2.6 million miles on his record-breaking, shiny red 1966 Volvo P1800, 67-year-old Irv Gordon is now aiming to achieve a near impossible milestone -- driving three million miles in t ... Continue reading
Kelley Blue Book Announces Carfax Integration for KARPOWER Online
Co-Branded Window Stickers Allow Dealers to Build Consumer Trust and Sell More Cars IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 23 -- Kelley Blue Book (http://www.kbb.com/), the leading provider of new- and used-vehicle information, announces the integration of Carfax Vehicle History Reports seamlessly into its pricing, management and market ... Continue reading
adNav Announces Ad Supported GPS and Travel Concierge
BROOKLYN, N.Y.--adNav, a GPS marketing solutions company, (http://www.adNavinc.com) announced today its upcoming launch of Boomerang, an ad supported mobile concierge system integrated with GPS navigation. adNav will showcase their product at CTIA Wireless I.T. and Entertainment in San Francisco. The Boomerang system o ... Continue reading
Toyota Will Not Sue Chinese Company That Duplicates RAV4
SHANGHAI - October 23, 2007: Toyota Motor says it will strengthen its efforts to get design patents for its models in worldwide markets following China's Jonway Automobile's duplicated car goes on sale, Automotive News reported last weekend. The report said that China Automobile Deutschland started selling the UFO, whi ... Continue reading
FedEx to Launch Commercial Hybrid-Electric Vans in Europe
BRUSSELS, Belgium--FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. and the worldâs largest express transportation company, today announced plans to introduce 10 hybrid-electric/diesel vehicles to its European fleet, bringing the worldwide total of hybrid vehicles in revenue service at FedEx to more than 100 in ... Continue reading
AIAM Member Company Vehicles Establish Exceptional Fuel Efficiency Standards in EPA-DOE Report
AIAM Member Vehicles Take Eight of Top 10 Spots in EPA-DOE Fuel Economy Ratings for 2008 Models Based on New Testing Methods ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The EPA and DOE recently released their annual report of the highest fuel economy vehicles for 2008 with AIAM member companies taking eight of t ... Continue reading
MIT Creates the First Fully Autonomous Land Rover
IRVINE, Calif., Oct 22. -- Land Rover has joined forces with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) by donating a Land Rover LR3 that has been built to be fully autonomous so it can take part in the forthcoming 2007 DARPA Urban Challenge. MIT has completely modified the LR3, a vehicle already packed with techn ... Continue reading
R. L. Polk & Co. Establishes Advisory Board To Focus on General Motors Business
Experienced, Knowledgeable Executives to Offer Insight and Direction SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Oct. 22 -- R. L. Polk & Co. announced today that it has formed an Advisory Board to help the company focus on its General Motors business globally. This unique board is charged with advising on Polk's strategic position within GM. T ... Continue reading
First Personal Navigation Devices With Immersion's Tactile Feedback to Launch
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Immersion Corporation , a leading developer and licensor of touch feedback technology (http://www.immersion.com/corporate/), announces that a new licensee, CTT-Net of Korea, is launching the worldâs first personal navigation devices (PNDs) that use Immersionâs TouchSense® technology to pr ... Continue reading
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