INDYCAR (INDIANAPOLIS) - SERIES NOTES
Andretti Green ready to groom Mutoh<br> Castroneves, Hough will dance in Indianapolis<br> Cunningham promoting karting in New Zealand<br> RLR/Andersen Racing tests four over four days<br> <p> 1. Andretti Green ready to groom Mutoh: Five years ago IndyCar Series powerhouse Andretti Green Racing had a hole to fill in its ... Continue reading
NASCAR (DAYTONA) - Statement from Brian France on NHIS sale...
Todayâs announcement that Speedway Motorsports Inc. has purchased New Hampshire International Speedway is yet another indication that the NASCAR industry continues to grow and thrive. Capitalizing on NASCARâs national appeal and growth, the Bahre family created a passionate fan base and developed a valuable v ... Continue reading
A1GP (MONTREAL) - No Rest for Canada's Hinchcliffe
While the current six-week gap in the A1GP schedule might afford some drivers the opportunity to enjoy some rest and relaxation, Canada's James Hinchcliffe certainly isn't one of them! The Toronto-born racer has had little time to himself since stepping out of the cockpit after Round 2 three weeks ago in the Czech Repu ... Continue reading
NHRA (POMONA) - COUGHLIN, TODD, AREND AND SAMPEY ARE TOP QUALIFIERS
Second-place Countdown contender Jeg Coughlin continued to fight for his fourth NHRA POWERade Series world championship title Thursday by posting the quickest Pro Stock run of opening day at the 43rd annual Auto Club of Southern California NHRA Finals. Coughlin, who earned Pro Stock crowns in 2000 and 2002, joined J.R. ... Continue reading
INDYCAR (INDIANAPOLIS) - CASTRONEVES, HOUGH WALTZ INTO IMS TO DRUM UP ‘DANCING’ SUPPORT
Without hesitation, Helio Castroneves pointed out both of his likenesses on the Borg-Warner Trophy to âDancing With The Starsâ partner Julianne Hough. âOf course I know where they are on the trophy,â two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Castroneves said Nov. 2 after escorting Hough on a brief tour of th ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (INDIANAPOLIS) - PAVING STARTS ON NEW IMS ROAD COURSE
Asphalt paving has started on the new road course at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, with work underway in Turns 7, 8 and 9 behind the Speedway Hall of Fame Museum. All paving should be completed by the end of November with favorable weather, said Kevin Forbes, IMS director of engineering and construction. Constructio ... Continue reading
Annual Gran Turismo Awards Ceremony Honors Automotive Excellence and Immortalizes SEMA's Hottest Car into the World's Best Selling Racing Game Franchise LAS VEGAS, Nov. 2 -- Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA), publisher of the Gran Turismo(TM) series, the world's best selling racing game franchise with ove ... Continue reading
Ford's Jim Farley to Drive U.S. Sales Operations in Addition to Global Marketing, Communications
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 2 -- Ford Motor Company announced today that Jim Farley, the company's new group vice president of Marketing and Communications, will add direct leadership of U.S. marketing, sales and service for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles to his duties when he joins Ford in mid-November. Farley will assu ... Continue reading
Superior Industries Reports Third Quarter Financial Results
VAN NUYS, Calif.--Superior Industries International, Inc. today announced a 20.9% increase in unit wheel shipments, higher gross margin, and improved bottom-line performance for the third quarter of 2007 versus prior year. "The fundamental changes in the original equipment aluminum wheel industry triggered by increased ... Continue reading
Chrysler Announces Limited Edition Vehicle for 2008: Chrysler Aspen Signature Series
Special-edition Chrysler Aspen Latest Example of Walter P. Chrysler's Vision of "Engineering at an Exceptional Value" - Package includes no-charge power sunroof and MyGIG(TM) Entertainment System with Parkview(R) Rear Back-Up Camera - Other features include 18-inch chrome-clad wheels, two-tone leather seating, leather- ... Continue reading
Auto Show of the Palm Beaches Returns for Second Run
PALM BEACH, Fla., Nov. 1 -- After a successful debut last year, the Auto Show of the Palm Beaches presented by Northwood University returns to the Palm Beach County Convention Center December 6 - 9, 2007. The inaugural four-day exhibition last year attracted nearly 25,000 people with its impressive display of cars, tru ... Continue reading
Cars, Trees & Traditions Brings Holiday Style to the Walter P. Chrysler Museum
-- Grand opening celebration slated for 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17 featuring Santa, yo-yo and gift wrapping demos, holiday crafts, face painting and sweet treats -- Bring a new, unused toy to fill a 2008 Chrysler Town & Country Minivan -- Newly-added for 2007: theme trees in Boss Chrysler's Garage and vintage c ... Continue reading
Porsche Reports Record October Sales for Canada
ATLANTA--Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, today announced record sales of 156 for the month of October in Canada, an increase of 18 percent over the same period last year when sales were 132. The previous best Octo ... Continue reading
Honda's First U.S. Auto Plant Celebrates 25 Years of Production
MARYSVILLE, Ohio, Nov. 1 -- The first Japanese auto plant to build a car in America(1) turns 25 today, marking a milestone that brought innovation to the U.S. auto industry and vaulted Honda (www.honda.com) to a leadership position. The 5,300 associates at Honda's Marysville Auto Plant will not miss a beat as they spen ... Continue reading
David L. White Joins lanelogic as CFO/COO
DALLAS--lanelogic, Inc., the Wall Street inspired used vehicle trading network for franchised dealers, named David L. White as its new chief financial officer and chief operating officer. In this role, Mr. White is responsible for all operation and financial activities. Mr. White has more than 20 years of financial exp ... Continue reading
Gain Insight Into the Polish Car Market
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c73214) has announced the addition of “Poland Car Market to 2010” to their offering. Introduction This report includes data on new car registrations in Poland, including the segmentation by fuel, and marque. The databook also includes ... Continue reading
Hexion Specialty Chemicals Completes Acquisition of German Resins Business From Arkema
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Hexion Specialty Chemicals, Inc., the world’s leading producer of thermoset resins, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of the German resins and formaldehyde business of Arkema GmbH. The business is based in the Leuna industrial park in Leuna, Germany, employs 100 people and generate ... Continue reading
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OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Truck Corporation , a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies, today reported that, for its fiscal year ended September 30, 2007, earnings per share (“EPS”) increased 29.7 percent to $3.58 on sales of $6.3 billion and net income of $268.1 million. These results compare w ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Eberspacher 2007 Company Profile Edition 3 is Available Now
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c73277) has announced the addition of “Eberspacher 2007 company profile edition 3” to their offering. This latest edition just-auto company profile is part of a major series of reports that will provide you with convenient and concise ... Continue reading
Revenge Designs a.k.a. Southern Cosmetics Announces Company Updates
DECATUR, Ind.--Revenge Designs, presently operating within the public company name Southern Cosmetics, Inc. (Pink Sheets: SHCM) announced today that tooling to commence production of the new Honda Ridgeline Storm is now complete. The Company anticipates delivery of the first new Honda in the near term. Additionally, Re ... Continue reading
SGI Announces the Launch of SceneExchange
New Internet community answers the industry's critical needs while restoring vehicle owners at the center of the collision repair process ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 1 -- Scene Genesis, a leading provider of advanced integrated workflow and communications solutions to the automotive insurance claims and collision repair indu ... Continue reading
Sprint Nextel Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results
Sprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Investor Relations website. Title: Sprint Nextel Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results Date: 11/1/2007 7:00:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ------------------------------------------------------------ If you are unable to click ... Continue reading
GENEVA and ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 1 -- STMicroelectronics and Automotive Communications Systems (ACS), today announced plans to jointly develop communications integrated circuits for Vehicle and Infrastructure Integration (VII). The VII initiative is investigating the potential safety benefits of car-to-car and car-to- ... Continue reading
Tenneco Commences Offering of $250,000,000 of Senior Notes Due 2015
Plans to Purchase up to $230,000,000 of its 10-1/4 Percent Senior Secured Notes Due 2013 LAKE FOREST, Ill., Nov. 1 -- Tenneco Inc. today announced that it had commenced an offering of $250,000,000 of Senior Notes due 2015. Tenneco plans to use the net proceeds of the offering, together with cash on hand, to purchase up ... Continue reading
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Nov. 1 -- Tenneco Inc. announced today that it has commenced a cash tender offer for up to $230,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 10-1/4% Senior Secured Notes due 2013 (CUSIP No. 880349AD7). Tenneco is launching this tender offer and consent solicitation as part of a transaction designed to reduc ... Continue reading
Accuride Corporation Reports Third Quarter Results for 2007
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Accuride Corporation , a leading manufacturer and supplier of commercial vehicle components, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007. The Company reported results of $220.6 million in net sales for the third quarter of 2007 compared to $341.6 million for th ... Continue reading
Air News Release (HQ): Final EPA Staff Paper Recommends Stronger Standards for Airborne Lead
News for Release: Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) * Final EPA Staff Paper Recommends Stronger Standards for Airborne Lead * Contact: Margot Perez-Sullivan (202) 564-4355 / perezsullivan.margot@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Nov. 1, 2007) A key document in EPA's review of national air qual ... Continue reading
Allen Johnson Hopes for a Miracle While Richie Stevens Jr. Has His Eyes on Top Ten Prize
Nov. 1, 2007 Contact: Darren Jacobs, (248) 553-4566 E-mail: djacobs@jrthompson.com Allen Johnson Hopes for a Miracle While Richie Stevens Jr. Has His Eyes on Top Ten Prize at Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals € Last shot a long shot for Allen Johnson at Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Fin ... Continue reading
AMSOIL and Injen Partner to Introduce the Injen/AMSOIL Power-Flow Diesel Intake System
LAS VEGAS--AMSOIL announces the launch of a new Ea air filter specifically designed for newer diesel engines. To get that product to market in a complete assembled kit, AMSOIL has partnered with Injen Technology. The product will be marketed as the Injen/AMSOIL Power-Flow Diesel Air Intake System distributed by both AM ... Continue reading
PITTSBURGH--Ansoft Corporation has certified the VHDL-AMS models available from the FAT-AK30 working group of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (Verband der Automobilindustrie - VDA) to run in Simplorer®, the company's widely used multi-domain system simulation software. The library is targeted for use ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Appoints Art Waldowski Vice President of Purchasing for Commercial Vehicle Systems
TROY, Mich., Nov. 1 -- ArvinMeritor's Commercial Vehicle Systems (CVS) business has announced the appointment of Art Waldowski as vice president of Purchasing, effective Nov. 1, 2007 Art will be responsible for leading the global purchasing team and implementing the worldwide procurement strategy for CVS. He will also ... Continue reading
Ashley Heading to Pomona looking to Finish Strong; Troxell Confirmed for next year
Pre Race Report - Pomona 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 Ashley Heading to Pomona looking to Finish Strong; Troxell Confirmed f ... Continue reading
Auto Repair & Maintenance Center Holds Clothing Drive to Benefit Local Children
GENEVA, Ill.--Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops announced the official kickoff of their annual Snug Hugs for Kids™ winter clothing drive. The program, which runs from November 1 through December 11, 2007, initially began as a way for Merlin franchisees and employees to give back to the communities. This year marks 16 years o ... Continue reading
Avis Budget Group Expands Asset-Backed Conduit Facility
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 1 -- Avis Budget Group, Inc. , a leading provider of vehicle rental services, today announced that it has renewed and expanded its principal asset-backed bank conduit facility from $1.0 billion to $1.5 billion. In addition, the maturity date of the facility, which purchases variable funding notes ... Continue reading
BMW Sauber F1 Team Races to the Front After Increased Emphasis on CFD
FLUENT CFD Software from ANSYS Helps F1 Team More Than Double Point Tally SOUTHPOINTE, Pa., Nov. 1 -- ANSYS, Inc. , a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced that ANSYS engineering simulation software assisted the BMW Sauber F1 Team, w ... Continue reading
Briggs & Stratton Corporation Announces Adoption of Rule 10b5-1 Plan by Chief Executive Officer
MILWAUKEE, Nov. 1 -- Briggs & Stratton Corporation Briggs & Stratton Corporation (the "Company") today announced that John S. Shiely, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, has entered into an individual stock trading plan in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Mr. Shiely infor ... Continue reading
Buehler Motor Appoints New President
MORRISVILLE, N.C., Nov. 1 -- Buehler Motor, Inc. (BMI) announced today the following executive appointment. Robert (Bob) Riedford is appointed as President, Buehler Motor, Inc. succeeding Gary P. Cram who has elected to retire in March, 2008. In this role Mr. Riedford will be responsible for all aspects of BMI's North ... Continue reading
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla., Nov. 1 -- CarInsurance.com expanded its auto insurance agency into Kentucky, Louisiana and Pennsylvania today. CarInsurance.com is the leading Online Insurance Marketplace(TM) offering insurance products on its web site and through its call center. In addition, this month CarInsurance.com expan ... Continue reading
CCC Introduces CCC Intellisphere(R) Estimatic Indicators
Reporting Solution Gives Repairers Information to Drive Business Performance, Proactively Manage Business Relationships CHICAGO, Nov. 1 -- Today many repairers learn about their insurance program performance when the insurer brings its report to a DRP status meeting, and that is too late. With today's announcement from ... Continue reading
Champions Week Media Center Information
M E M O R A N D U M TO: Motorsports Media, Publicists and Photographers FROM: Sprint SUBJECT: Champions Week Media Center Information DATE: Nov. 1, 2007 The NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series media center will be located in the Norse Suite on the 18th floor of the Waldorf=Astoria Hotel beginning Wednesday, Nov. 28. Updated sched ... Continue reading
DENSO to Donate US$200,000 to Aid California Wildfire Victims
Who: The DENSO North America Foundation What: The DENSO North America Foundation today pledged to donate $200,000 to the American Red Cross for wildfire disaster relief. The contribution is earmarked for victims of the Southern California wildfires. Where and why: DENSO operates three companies in Southern California c ... Continue reading
ENERGY FREEDOM FIGHTERS: Daily Intelligence Briefing - Hotspots from October 29-November 1
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Extreme Motorsports Appeals to Shareholders to Assist in Combating Naked Short Selling
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.--Extreme Motorsports of California, Inc. (OTC:ETMO) (“Extreme” or the “Company”) is appealing to shareholders to participate in an effort management believes will significantly increase shareholder value and create a “share vacuum” for illegal naked short sellers. Extreme is asking loyal ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--As fuel supply and emissions concerns continue to attract attention, the role of hybrid drive technology is gradually getting more visibility. In the consumer market, individuals can choose hybrid technology on an increasing variety of vehicles, based on personal preference as much as simple economics. In the ... Continue reading
Florida Contractor Leo A. Vecellio, Jr., Elected 2007-2008 ARTBA Chairman
WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Leo A. Vecellio, Jr., chairman, president and CEO of West Palm Beach, Fla.-based Vecellio Group, Inc., has been elected 2007-08 chairman of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA). He received the gavel at the association's national convention earlie ... Continue reading
GMAC Financial Services Reports Preliminary Third Quarter 2007 Financial Results
-- GMAC consolidated net loss of $1.6 billion * Results include $455 million goodwill impairment at ResCap -- Loss driven by disruptions in mortgage finance and global capital markets -- Auto finance and insurance businesses remain strong -- Cash and marketable securities increased to $28.8 billion, up from $17.5 billi ... Continue reading
Goodyear's Eagle F1 Wins Another Award
Ultra-High Performance Tire Wins Popular Mechanics Award LAS VEGAS, Nov. 1 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has just introduced its latest ultra-high performance tire, yet the new Eagle F1 Asymmetric has already begun capturing rave reviews and product awards from respected independent sources. (Logo: http://www.n ... Continue reading
HANKOOK TIRE SIGNS SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT WITH CORSA MOTORSPORTS
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HANKOOK TIRE Ventus V12 evo K110
Dear , For Immediate Release HANKOOK TIRE Ventus V12 evo K110 - REDEFINING CONTROL AND BRAKING Ventus V12 evo tire combines performance and technology for the ultimate highway driving experience WAYNE, N.J. (Nov. 1, 2007) - Hankook Tire America Corp. has created an ultra high performance tire that delivers unrivaled co ... Continue reading
Honeywell to Present at Goldman Sachs Global Industrials Conference 2007
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J., Nov. 1 -- Honeywell today announced that Roger Fradin, President and CEO, Automation and Control Solutions, will be presenting at the Goldman Sachs Global Industrials Conference 2007 in New York, New York, on Thursday, November 8, 2007 from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. EST. A real-time audio webcast of the ... Continue reading
Integration into Google Apps Gives iBidMotors Dealers a Competitive Edge BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Nov. 1 -- iBidMotors, the nation's exclusive car dealer-to-consumer (D2C) online auction site, announced today the release of its robust, analytic reporting system that allows car dealers to analyze consumer buying trends for ... Continue reading
GLENVIEW, Ill., Nov. 1 -- Illinois Tool Works Inc. today announced plans to webcast its presentation at the Goldman Sachs Global Capital Goods Conference in New York City. ITW's presentation will take place Thursday, November 8, 2007 at 10:40 am ET. The URL for the presentation is: http://cc.talkpoint.com/GOLD006/11070 ... Continue reading
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., Announces Quarterly Dividend
LOWELL, Ark.--J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. announced today that its Board of Directors has declared the regular quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $.09 (nine cents) per common share payable to stockholders of record on November 15, 2007. The dividend will be paid on November 29, 2007. ... Continue reading
Jeg Coughlin opens NHRA Finals with top qualifying effort (NHRA/JEGS)
Jeg Coughlin opens NHRA Finals with top qualifying effort POMONA, Calif. (Nov. 1) -- Jeg Coughlin Jr. posted the quickest quarter-mile pass of the opening day of professional qualifying for the 43rd annual Auto Club NHRA Finals to put his JEGS.com Chevrolet Cobalt in the provisional No. 1 position. ... Continue reading
Leadership Changes Announced At HPD
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BOSTON, Nov. 1 -- Weeks before Massachusetts auto insurers announce their new product offerings and pricing, Liberty Mutual is giving more than 200,000 customers the first look at some highly anticipated consumer benefits of managed competition. Starting on January 1, 2008, Liberty Mutual will renew Massachusetts polic ... Continue reading
Local Teens Rally Against Their No. 1 Killer at “Keep the Drive Philadelphia”
--The Allstate Foundation: WHO: More than one hundred teens representing Lankenau and Germantown High Schools The Allstate Foundation WHAT: Keep the Drive Philadelphia is a teen-to-teen movement to help students change the way they think and act in a car. It empowers teens to be smart driving activists among their peer ... Continue reading
Milliken & Company's New Innovation Minimizes VOC Hazards Inside Vehicles
Announces OEM Availability for YES Essentials(R) With Active Odor Control LAS VEGAS, Nov. 1 -- Milliken & Company, one of the largest privately-held textile and chemical manufacturers in the world, announced today the launch and commercial availability of Active Odor Control, a technology innovation designed to activel ... Continue reading
Modine to Present at Baird 2007 Industrial Conference
RACINE, Wis.--Modine Manufacturing Company , a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, announced today that it will participate in the Baird 2007 Industrial Conference in Chicago on Tuesday, November 6 at 7:45 A.M. CT. Modine’s President and Chief Executive Officer David B. Rayburn a ... Continue reading
MTS, U.S. Army, Racers for Christ to honor MTS employees in Pomona
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Final Round of Countdown to One Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals Pomona (Calif.) Raceway Nov. 1-4, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net MAIL TERMINAL SERVICES, U.S. ARMY AND ... Continue reading
New RENNtech tuning PKG for 63 AMG.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jo. A. Borras RENNtech 1369 N KIllian DR. Lake Park, FL 33403 561.845.7888 561.845.6777 fax http://www.renntechmercedes.com http://www.renntechkarting.com Lake Park, FL - 30OCT2007 - RENNtech has developed a new line of aftermarket performance products aimed at getting more power out of t ... Continue reading
*News Brief* If you need more information on this subject, call the listed Press Officer For Release: (Washington, D.C. - Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007) *Improving and Maintaining the Health of Estuaries " National Estuary Program Celebrates 20th Anniversary "*" "Contact: Enesta Jones, (202) 564-4355 / jones.enesta@epa.gov" " ... Continue reading
News Brief (HQ): To Learn How to Better Protect the Environment - Ask EPA
*News Brief* If you need more information on this subject, call the listed Press Officer For Release: (Washington, D.C. - Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007) * To Learn How to Better Protect the Environment - Ask EPA * Contact: Andrew Wilkins, (202) 564-4355 / wilkins.andrew@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Nov. 1, 2007)* * If you coul ... Continue reading
NHRA Kurt Johnson Pre Race: KJ Has Work to be Done in Pomona
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net KJ Has Work to be Done in Pomona ACDelco Cobalt crew aiming for Top Five POWERade points finish Sugar Hill, Ga., November 1, 2007 - After nine months and 22 races, the 2007 POWERade Drag Racing season will come to a close this weekend with ... Continue reading
NHRA Kurt Johnson Thursday Update: Thursday in Pomona finds KJ in Eighth
Contact: Jon Knapp TMG Sports Marketing, Inc. Ph: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Thursday in Pomona finds KJ in Eighth Event: 43rd Annual Auto Club Finals Day/Date: Thursday, November 1, 2007 Location: Auto Club Raceway, Pomona, California After his commitments at the SEMA and AAPEX shows kept him in Las Vegas un ... Continue reading
NHRA Warren Johnson Pre Race: WJ Looks to Cap a Hectic Week with Pomona Win
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net WJ Looks to Cap a Hectic Week with Pomona Win The Professor GM Performance Parts GTO Sugar Hill, Ga., November 1, 2007 - A review of Hall of Fame racer Warren Johnson's week prior to the Auto Club NHRA Finals at Pomona Raceway reveals a mic ... Continue reading
NHRA Warren Johnson Thursday Update: WJ Opens Fast, Sits Fourth in Pomona
Contact: Jon Knapp TMG Sports Marketing, Inc. Ph: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net WJ Opens Fast, Sits Fourth in Pomona Event: 43rd Annual Auto Club Finals Day/Date: Thursday, November 1, 2007 Location: Auto Club Raceway, Pomona, California Despite having only three days between races and with numerous appearances ... Continue reading
TEMPE, Ariz.--Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in October for the ninth consecutive month, while the overall economy grew for the 72nd consecutive month, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business®. The report was issued today by Norbert J. Ore, C.P.M. ... Continue reading
PHILADEPHIA, Nov. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- An investigation led by attorney Jeffrey Killino has uncovered evidence that 3,500 recalled Chinese tires are available for sale in the Arizona area. In response, Killino is filing a motion to halt a California tire dealer from selling these potentially defective tires. He ... Continue reading
ORBIT/FR's PowerCell Wireless Test System Used in a CTIA - Approved Test Laboratory (CATL)
HORSHAM, Pa., Nov. 1 -- ORBIT/FR, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: ORFR) , a leading producer of sophisticated, automated microwave test and measurement systems for the aerospace, defense, wireless communication, automotive and satellite industries, has recently finished a successful installation of its PowerCell wireless test sy ... Continue reading
Patrick Sheltra & Friends To Kick Up Their Heels In Indiantown Hoe-Down
Patrick Sheltra & Friends To Kick Up Their Heels In Indiantown Hoe-Down “ARCA Drivers Gabi DiCarlo & Bryan Silas To Join Sheltra Saturday Night�?? INDIANATOWN, Florida (November 1, 2007) - - ARCA RE/MAX Series (ARS) driver Patrick Sheltra is dusting off the Stetson, breaking out his boots and squeezing into ... Continue reading
Robby Gordon Selects Dakar Veteran Ronn Bailey to Drive 2nd Hummer for Team Dakar USA
All American Dakar Team Will Compete Together for the Next Three Years in the World's Longest and Most Challenging Race LAS VEGAS, Nov. 1 -- Team Dakar USA, the elite off-road racing group established to operate Gordon's Dakar efforts, announced today the addition of Dakar veteran and off-road driver Ronn Bailey to its ... Continue reading
RPA Works Toward the Agency of the Future
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--RPA, a leading independent advertising agency on the West Coast, recently unveiled a new internal rallying cry—“Unite. Create.”—to fully define the agency’s approach to its work now and in the future. This identity further evolves the agency’s dedication to fully integrated marketing. ... Continue reading
RENO, Nev.-- WHAT: High Performance Computing (HPC) Comes to Hollywood -- Digitizing, Enhancing and Storing Visual Effects and Entire Movies -- Real Time Rendering of Computer-Generated Images at the Speed of Shrek Toward Perfect Product Designs in Leisure Products -- HPC in Kitchen and Laundry- Optimizing Appliances f ... Continue reading
Shell Provides Consumers Gasoline Industry's First Pay By Touch Technology at the Pump
Drivers Get New Level of Convenience and Security With Gasoline Industry's First Pay At The Pump Biometric Payment Service CHICAGO, Nov. 1 -- For the first time, drivers can pay for their gasoline with just the touch of a finger thanks to a new payment method Shell Oil Products US is piloting in Chicagoland starting th ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive Executives to Speak at Investor Conference
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 1 -- Sonic Automotive, Inc. , a leader in automotive retailing, announced that Company executives will present at the JP Morgan SMid Cap Conference. The presentation will cover Sonic's operating strategy and historical financial results. The Company's presentation will be at 2:05 pm Eastern on Nov ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Added to S&P SmallCap 600 Index
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Spartan Motors Added to S&P SmallCap 600 Index CHARLOTTE, Michigan, Nov. 1, 2007 - Spartan Motors, Inc. announced it will be added to the Standard & Poor's S&P SmallCap 600 Index at the close of trading today, according to a list of changes published by Standard & Poor's earlier this week. "We are ... Continue reading
Hi, Please find below an announcement that was released today, November 1, 2007. Title: STMicroelectronics and Automotive Communications Systems Announce Intention to Jointly Develop Chips for Vehicle and Infrastructure Integration Initiative Key messages: * ST and ACS plan to develop ICs for Vehicle and Infrastructure ... Continue reading
Team Oshkosh and TerraMax™ One of 11 Teams to Compete in Finals of DARPA Urban Challenge
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Truck Corporation announced today that Team Oshkosh’s TerraMax™ unmanned ground vehicle has passed all qualification requirements to compete in the 2007 Urban Challenge Event to be held Nov. 3 in Victorville, Calif. “Team Oshkosh and TerraMax have demonstrated that the technology we present ... Continue reading
Tenneco Prices $250 Million of 8-1/8 Percent Senior Notes Due 2015
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Nov. 1 -- Tenneco Inc. announced today that it has priced a private placement offering of $250,000,000 of 8-1/8 percent senior notes due November 15, 2015. The net proceeds of this transaction, expected to be about $245 million, together with cash on hand, will be used to purchase up to $230,000,000 ... Continue reading
The Volvo Environment Prize is awarded to Amory B. Lovins, the Rocky Mountain Institute
'The problems with climate change can readily be solved if the world learned how to save energy' GOTEBORG, Sweden, Nov. 1 -- One of the world's most well known advocates for energy efficiency, Amory B. Lovins, chief scientist of the Rocky Mountain Institute in Colorado, received the Volvo Environment Prize at a ceremon ... Continue reading
TriMas Corporation to Present at Goldman Sachs Global Industrials Conference
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Nov. 1 -- TriMas Corporation today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer, Grant H. Beard and Chief Financial Officer, E.R. "Skip" Autry will be presenting at the Goldman Sachs Global Industrials Conference in New York City on Thursday, November 8, 2007 at 11:25 a.m. EST. The live ... Continue reading
Volkswagen and SCCA Pro Racing to Feature Clean Diesel Power in Jetta TDI Cup
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Volkswagen and SCCA Pro Racing to Feature Clean Diesel Power in Jetta TDI Cup LAS VEGAS, Nev. (November 1, 2007) - Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced at the 2007 SEMA Show that it will bring TDI clean diesel technology to select North American race tracks starting in May 2008. The Jetta TDI Cup ... Continue reading
XM's Holiday Music Programming Begins Today
Holiday Lineup to Feature Six Dedicated Music Channels, Including the Return of XM's Radio Hanukkah WASHINGTON, Nov. 1 -- XM, the nation's leading satellite radio service with more than 8.5 million subscribers, today announced that it will once again offer a suite of dedicated holiday music channels during the upcoming ... Continue reading
Zipcar Renews Relationship with Liberty Mutual
Zipcar to offer $300,000 coverage to members CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Nov. 1 -- Zipcar today announced that it has extended its relationship with Liberty Mutual to provide its members, age 21 or older, with up to $300,000 in auto liability coverage. "Liberty Mutual is an innovative, leading provider and we consider them a par ... Continue reading
Acura Announces October Sales Results
RDX Posts Third Consecutive Month of Record Sales TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 1 -- Record October sales of the turbocharged RDX crossover SUV and strong MDX luxury SUV totals pushed Acura light-truck sales to a fifteenth consecutive record breaking month. October RDX sales of 1,937 units, up by 9.5 percent** versus last Oct ... Continue reading
Details of Ford's Third Quarter 2007 Financial Results Briefing
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 1 -- Ford Motor Company [NYSE: F] will release third quarter 2007 financial results at 7 a.m. EST, Thursday, Nov. 8. The following briefings will be held after the announcement: At 9 a.m. EST, Alan Mulally, president and chief executive officer, and Don Leclair, executive vice president and chief ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Reports October Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 1 -- Hyundai Motor America's popular Santa Fe and Sonata vehicles posted sales increases of 15 percent and 28 percent, respectively, for the month of October. Additionally, the fuel-efficient Accent posted strong sales, up 32 percent over October 2006. Overall, sales for the month were rel ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces Best October Sales Ever
IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 1 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced record October sales of 25,185 units, a 4.5-percent increase over the previous month, and a 25-percent increase year over year. Leading the way for the brand were Spectra and Sportage, two popular models in the Kia lineup, selling 5,898 and 4,334 units ... Continue reading
Subaru Reports Record October Impreza Sales
-- Subaru Impreza sales up 22%; Subaru Tribeca up 15% -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Nov. 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported October sales of 14,979 units. Sales of the all-new 2008 Subaru Impreza posted an October record up 22 percent over the same period last year, while the redesigned Subaru Tribeca also posted a do ... Continue reading
* Chrysler brand car sales rise 7 percent over October 2006; led by Sebring Sedan and Convertible * Chrysler Town & Country up 26 percent on the success of the new model * Jeep(R) brand sales down 21 percent year-over-year, driven by planned fleet reductions * Jeep Wrangler sales increase 8 percent versus last year * D ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Reports 15.8% Year-to-Date Increase Through October
CYPRESS, Calif., Nov. 1 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) today reported October sales of 9,280, virtually unchanged from last year's October volume of 9,288. Calendar year-to-date (CYTD) sales are 115,106, remaining well ahead of the first ten months of last year (99,392), up 15.8% compared to last year ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Announces October 2007 Sales
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 1 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 84,947 units in October, up 8.8 percent from the prior year. Nissan Division sales increased by 9.8 percent over last year. Infiniti Division sales increased by 1.8 percent versus the prior year. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS * Nissan-brand vehicl ... Continue reading
Suzuki Auto Kicks off Fourth Quarter with Record October Sales
BREA, Calif.--American Suzuki Motor Corp. today announced automobile sales of 6,536 units in October, achieving its best October sales month in company history and putting it on pace to post its fourth consecutive year of record annual sales. Year-to-date sales now stand at 88,536 vehicles â ahead of the record-se ... Continue reading
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, estimated today that the average automotive manufacturer incentive in the U.S. was $2,195 per vehicle sold in October 2007, down $162, or 6.9 percent, from September 2007, and down $89, or 3.9 percent, from October 2006. Edmunds. ... Continue reading
Mazda Reports Double Digit Sales Increase for Third Straight Month
- October sales up 17.8 percent; YTD sales up 9.9 percent - IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 1 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported its best October since 2001 with U.S. sales of 22,201 units, a 17.8 percent increase versus the same period last year. Year-to-date sales of 250,597 are up 9.9 percent year-over-ye ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Reports Preliminary Revenues for Second Quarter, First Six Months of Fiscal 2008
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 1 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. announced today preliminary revenues for the second quarter and first six months of fiscal 2008, ended October 28, 2007. Consolidated revenues for the quarter were approximately $487 million, an 8 percent decrease from $527 million in last year's second quarter. ... Continue reading
China Imported 16,885 Lexus Vehicles in Jan-Aug, Up 160 Percent
SHANGHAI - November 2, 2007: Lexus has sold 16,885 vehicles in the first eight months this year, outselling every other brand in the imported luxury car segment. A senior official from Guangzhou Honda said earlier the company had no plan to locally produce Lexus in China until its sales volume hits 50,000 units. Zeng L ... Continue reading
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