Toyota Delivers Plug-in Prius to UC Irvine and UC Berkeley as Part of Clean Mobility Partnership
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 9 -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., (TMS) today presented two Toyota plug-in (PHEV) hybrid prototypes to the Institute of Transportation Studies at the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) and the Advanced Power and Energy Program at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) as part of it ... Continue reading
The Chrysler Foundation Donates $20,000 to Keep Indianapolis Beautiful
INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 9 -- The Chrysler Foundation donated $20,000 to the Keep Indianapolis Beautiful (KIB) organization today. The endowment was announced during a keynote speech by Richard Chow-Wah, Chrysler LLC Vice President -- Powertrain Manufacturing to the Indiana Economic Club. In his speech, Chow-wah discussed th ... Continue reading
Michelin Unveils First-Ever Restaurant and Hotel Selections for Los Angeles and Las Vegas
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 9 -- Michelin today released the first-ever editions of the Michelin Guide for Los Angeles and Las Vegas. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040818/MICHELIN ) The Michelin Guide Los Angeles 2008 features 290 establishments in all, a number that includes 263 restaurants - representing 29 type ... Continue reading
Nissan Canada Launches New Sales Incentives
MISSISSAUGA, ON, Nov. 9, 2007; Nissan Canada Inc. (NCI) today announced a series of new manufacturer-to-dealer purchase incentives across its Nissan and Infiniti vehicle lines. These incentives mean additional savings for consumers of up to $8,000 on cash vehicle purchases, and finance rates as low as 1.9 percent on se ... Continue reading
Suzuki Showcases All-New SX4 Sport, Reggaeton Concept at 2007 Sacramento International Auto Show
- Grand Vitara Reggaeton concept - the right beat among urban teens and young adults - Suzuki displays full-line of vehicles for active Northern California lifestyles SACRAMENTO, Calif., Nov. 9 -- Led by the all-new 2008 four-door Suzuki SX4 Sport, American Suzuki Motor Corp. arrives at the 2007 Sacramento Internationa ... Continue reading
LoJack Uncovers Milestone 300th Theft Ring in California
Company Honors San Bernardino Area Law Enforcement and the San Bernardino County Auto Theft Task Force for Discovering $300k Chop Shop WESTWOOD, Mass., Nov. 9 -- LoJack Corporation's Stolen Vehicle Recovery System has enabled California law enforcement uncover a milestone 300th theft ring in the state-this one involvin ... Continue reading
Toyota Hybrid U.S. Tax Credit Runs Out
Washington DC November 9, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that buyers of Toyota Motor Corp. hybrid gasoline-electric cars who are looking for a break on their income taxes are now out of luck. The IRS said Thursday that only Toyota and Lexus hybrids purchased before Oct. 1 are eligible for a tax credit intended to ... Continue reading
Washington Group International Selected to Build Midwest Ethanol Plants
BOISE, Idaho, Nov. 9 -- Washington Group International announced today it has been awarded cost-reimbursable contracts by E85 Inc. to build E85's first three ethanol production plants in the Midwest. The contracts together are valued at approximately $150 million. Washington Group will provide procurement, construction ... Continue reading
QUEENS, N.Y.--Miles Electric Vehicles, manufacturer of industry-leading all-electric cars and trucks, announced today that the company will donate a zero emissions, low-speed ZX40S hatchback to Unisphere, Inc. in support of the foundationâs green efforts in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. The presentation will be ma ... Continue reading
Nissan Reports October 2007 Sales for Europe
TRAPPES, France, November 9 -- Nissan reported a record October for sales in Europe with 50,048 units, up by 21.9% year on year. Year to date, Nissan has sold 472,117 units up 5.4% compared with last year. Once again, sales were up for the seventh consecutive month due to the continuing success of the compact cross-ove ... Continue reading
108-Year-Old Porsche Hybrid Pioneer Car En Route to Los Angeles Auto Show
VIENNA, Austria--Photo of 108-Year-Old Porsche Hybrid Pioneer Car En Route to Los Angeles Auto Show is Available on Business Wire's Web Site and AP PhotoExpress Porsche workers get ready today to air freight a 108-year-old "zero-emission" car over 6,000 miles from Technical Museum in Vienna to the Los Angeles Auto Show ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Appoints Marketing Vice President
Global Marketing Veteran Tim Ellis Named AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 9 -- Stefan Jacoby, CEO of Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the appointment of Tim Ellis as Vice President/ Marketing for the Volkswagen brand. Ellis will lead and direct all aspects of marketing communications for the Volkswagen brand in the ... Continue reading
China Yuchai International Introduces Hybrid Engine to Focus on Chinese Bus Market
SINGAPORE, Nov. 9 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- China Yuchai International Limited , the leading manufacturer and distributor of diesel engines in China, today announced its latest R&D innovation -- a hybrid ISG engine specifically designed for urban transportation buses, and exhibited at the recent 4th China-ASEAN ... Continue reading
Suzuki Showcases All-New SX4 Sport, Wave Concept at 2007 South Florida International Auto Show
Grand Vitara Wave concept appeals to watersports enthusiasts Suzuki recognizes local Miami-area resident for purchasing first 2008 SX4 Sport in U.S. MIAMI, Nov. 9 -- Led by the all-new 2008 four-door Suzuki SX4 Sport, American Suzuki Motor Corp. arrives at the 2007 South Florida International Auto Show poised to impres ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (DELAWARE, OH.) - It's in the genes
It's in the genes Jeg Coughlin Jr. received a hero's welcome from 350 enthusiastic employees when he returned to JEGS Mail Order headquarters in Delaware, Ohio, earlier this week. Coughlin wrapped up his third Pro Stock title in dramatic fashion Sunday by rallying from third place in the standings to the No. 1 spot in ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (ATLANTA) - VETERAN DRIVER MURRY NAMED THIRD DRIVER FOR ROBERTSON RACING IN 2008
"We need a fast, consistent and personable race car driver". That was the wish of Dave and Andrea Robertson, owners and co-drivers of Robertson Racing last week. Today, they are proud to say that David Murry of Atlanta, Georgia has become "that" driver for the 2008 season. For the team's 2007 limited American Le Mans S ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (MOORESVILLE, NC.) - PETTY ENTERPRISES RELOCATION INTERVIEW
Petty Enterprises has announced beginning in December the race organization will relocate to Mooresville, North Carolina. They have entered a two-year agreement to lease race shop space currently used by Robert Yates Racing. The No. 43 Cheerios/Betty Crocker Dodge and the #45 Marathon American Spirit Motor Oil/Wells Fa ... Continue reading
RACING BUSINESS (MINNEAPOLIS, MN.) - Best Buy Teams Up with Gillett Evernham Motorsports
Retailer to sponsor No. 19 Dodge team in 15 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Events in 2008 Best Buy, Inc., announced today it has entered a new affiliation with Gillett Evernham Motorsports. The nationâs leading electronics retailer will serve as the primary sponsor of driver Elliott Sadler and the No. 19 Gillett Evernha ... Continue reading
Ford Will Hang On to Volvo, 3Q Loss Narrows to $380,000,000
Washington DC November 9, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that with buyers lined up to bid for its Land Rover and Jaguar brands, Ford Motor said Thursday that it had decided to keep Volvo, at least for now, and would make an effort to fix the money-losing Swedish carmaker. The New York Times reports that Ford's CEO ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (AURBURN HILLS, MI.) - Even More Viper Venom!
Dodge introduces street-legal 2008 Viper SRT10(R) ACR -- Dodge delivers ultimate purpose-built, street-legal track car -- 2008 Dodge Viper SRT10(R) ACR offers reduced weight, race-ready hardware and competition tuning for optimal on-track performance -- Aerodynamic improvements, racing suspension and weight savings equ ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: Gas Prices Skyrocket
LOS ANGELES, CA--(MARKET WIRE)--Nov 9, 2007 -- Gas prices climbed to within 20 cents of their all-time record highs in Southern California this week, jumping by about two cents a day in most areas, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's Weekend Gas Watch.The average price of self-serve regular gasoli ... Continue reading
Autobytel Announces $6.9 million Loss In Third Quarter 2007
IRVINE, Calif.--Autobytel Inc. , a leading Internet automotive marketing services company, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007. Revenue for the 2007 third quarter rose to $24.8 million from $23.7 million in the prior-year period and $24.3 million in the second quarter of 200 ... Continue reading
China October SUV sales up 74.9 percent
China October SUV sales up 74.9 percent http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3856/China-October-SUV-sales-up-74-9-perc ent.html Shanghai. November 9 (Gasgoo.com) - China sales of SUV saw an year-on-year increase of 74.9 percent in October to 34,799, up 15.9 percent from the previous month, according to the Information Center ... Continue reading
GM-Chevy Hoping That Malibu Holds Off Toyota - VIDEO STORY
DETROIT - November 9, 2007: General Motors (GM) indicates the Camry has helped Toyota become a viable contender in trying to become the top car seller in the U.S. In order to maintain its number one position, GM says it can't ignore Toyota's stronghold in the mid-size market â one of the largest segments in the au ... Continue reading
Opcon to Develop Entirely New Component for Fuel Cell Vehicle
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: SRM, a company within the Renewable Energy business area of the energy and environmental technology Group Opcon AB (STO:OPCO) has received an order from a major automotive manufacturer to develop a prototype for an entirely new and unique component for fuel cell vehicles. A fuel cell ... Continue reading
PORTLAND, Ore.--As part of Compli's effort to expand legal protections for auto dealerships nationwide, Compli® and Venable LLP have partnered to provide California auto dealerships with the latest regulatory, compliance-related training content available. Venable LLP, known for strategic litigation prevention and c ... Continue reading
International Truck and Engine First Companyto Enter Hybrid Commercial Truck Production
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--The road to a better environment will now include greener commercial vehicles. International Truck and Engine Corporation, a Navistar company (OTC: NAVZ), announced today that it is the first company to enter line production of hybrid commercial trucks. As diesel fuel prices continue their volatility ... Continue reading
Autoliv Extends Share Repurchase Mandate
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: Autoliv Inc. - the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems - today announced that its Board of Directors has approved an extension of the Company's stock repurchase program. As a result, management is authorized to repurchase an additional 7.5 million shares or approximately 10 ... Continue reading
AutoVase(R) Adds a Dash of Decor to Any Vehicle's Dashboard
SIMI VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 8 -- Even with rising gasoline prices, Americans spend more than 200 hours a year driving to and from work. Entrepreneur Greg Smith of HotSmith Products may not have the answer to traffic congestion and road rage, but his product is designed to make the daily commute a more pleasant one. The p ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Credit Earns $334 Million in the Third Quarter Of 2007*
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 8 -- Ford Motor Credit Company reported net income of $334 million in the third quarter of 2007, down $118 million from earnings of $452 million a year earlier. On a pre-tax basis from continuing operations, Ford Motor Credit earned $546 million in the third quarter compared with $730 million in t ... Continue reading
GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms Announces High Performance Rugged 3U CompactPCI Solution
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va.--Demonstrating once again the company’s ability to deliver maximum functionality in the smallest space, GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms today announced the rugged CM6 3U CompactPCI single board computer. Featuring a Freescale™ PowerPC™ MPC8641 operating at up to 1.33 GHz with either a single- ... Continue reading
Hammonds Industries Q3 FY ’07 Revenue Up 102% to $3.1M
HOUSTON--Hammonds Industries, Inc. (OTCBB:HMDI), the leading provider of military aviation fuel additive systems and a manufacturer of revolutionary omni-directional vehicles (ODVs) for material handling and aircraft towing, announced today that revenue for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007 increased 102% to $ ... Continue reading
Boxing Gala to Raise Funds for Chicago's Mercy Home CHICAGO, Nov. 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- For the 16th straight year, the leaders and employees of the financial industry's leading exchanges are joining the fight to save kids. And joining them for the 7th straight year is Jaguar Cars, which has donated a luxury aut ... Continue reading
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results
Starts up 10.3%, Record enrollment of 19,463 up 4.9% WEST ORANGE, N.J., Nov. 8 -- Lincoln Educational Services Corporation today reported third quarter 2007 results. The discussion that follows reflects the results of the closure of three campuses previously announced on August 2, 2007 and reflects continuing operation ... Continue reading
Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. to Participate in Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 8 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. , a leading provider of automotive undercar repair and tire services, today announced its participation in the 2007 Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference. The Company's presentation is scheduled for Thursday, November 15, 2007 at 2:15 p.m. EST in New York City. A ... Continue reading
Myers Industries Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results
AKRON, Ohio--Myers Industries, Inc. today announced results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2007: Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2007 Net sales from continuing operations for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007 increased 15 percent to $213.9 million, as compared to net sales from con ... Continue reading
Proliance International, Inc. to Broadcast Third Quarter 2007 Conference Call over the Internet
NEW HAVEN, Conn.--Proliance International, Inc. (AMEX: PLI) announced that it intends to release its third quarter results on Tuesday, November 13, 2007, after the close of the market. In conjunction with this release, Proliance will hold a conference call on the following day at 10:00 AM ET, which will be simultaneous ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c74034) announces the addition of Pioneer Consulting's new report Commercial Software Defined Radio - The Emergence of Multiprotocol Multiband Support in Base Stations to their offering. To coincide with the SDR Forum Technical Conference ... Continue reading
Speedemissions Opens 14th Store in Houston, Giving it a Total of 36 Stores in Three Markets
ATLANTA, Nov. 8 -- Speedemissions, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SPMI) , the leading vehicle emissions testing/safety inspections company with testing stations in Atlanta, Houston and Salt Lake City, announced that it has launched its 14th Houston area store at 9101 Westheimer Rd., thereby giving the Company a total of 36 stor ... Continue reading
Student from Scotland Wins 2007 Global Student Entrepreneur Award
Super Jam product makes victory sweet in international competition Students from Sweden, Canada, United States compete in Final Six CHICAGO, Nov. 8 -- Fraser Doherty of Scotland went against the conventional wisdom of his peer group's expertise with web-based business ventures and instead turned to an old family recipe ... Continue reading
Universal Warranty Web-Based Dealer Application Streamlines Vehicle Service Contract Sales
OMAHA, Neb., Nov. 8 -- Universal Warranty Corporation (UWC), a subsidiary of GMAC Insurance, today announced the introduction of a web- based solution, Sales Driver, to its automotive dealers nationwide. Available through the company's web portal, www.uwcdealers.com, the tool streamlines the vehicle service contract (V ... Continue reading
2008 Muscle Car Calendar Now on Sale at Local CSK Auto Stores
PHOENIX--For the past ten years, CSK Auto stores — Checker Auto Parts, Schuck's Auto Supply, Kragen Auto Parts and Murray's Discount Auto Stores — have been selling calendars to raise money for Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA). The 2008 muscle car calendar, featuring some of the toughest muscle cars ever to hit ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
ROANOKE, Va.--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories, and maintenance items, announced that at its Board meeting yesterday, the company’s Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of six cents per share be paid on January 4, 2008 to st ... Continue reading
AutoRevo Appoints Bill Berry as Managing Sales Director
DALLAS--AutoRevo (autorevo.com), a provider of on-demand software for selling cars online, today announced the appointment of Bill Berry as Managing Sales Director. Berry brings more than 14 years of sales experience to AutoRevo’s management team and will be responsible for driving the company’s sales strategy, man ... Continue reading
AutoRevo Hires Industry Veteran Sean Scally as Chief Software Architect
DALLAS--AutoRevo (autorevo.com), a provider of on-demand software for selling cars online, continued its aggressive expansion today by announcing the appointment of Sean Scally as the company’s Chief Software Architect. Scally, an industry veteran with more than 15 years of software experience, will be responsible fo ... Continue reading
Auto Workers, Dealers Break From Industry Over CAFE
Urge Other Industry Members to Join Fight for 35 mpg Standard PORTLAND, Maine, Nov. 8 -- Breaking ranks with their own automobile industry, Adam Lee, president of Lee Auto Malls in Maine, Gary Muenzhuber, representing Autoworkers of Minnesota, Inc, Chicago-based Chuck Frank, owner of one of the nation's largest Chevy d ... Continue reading
AZ Partsmaster.com teams with Fitz in Phoenix
AZ Partsmaster.com Teams up with Fitz Motorsports as Associate Sponsor in Phoenix PHOENIX, AZ (November 8, 2007) - AZ PARTSMASTER.com is proud to announce it's relationship with Fitz Motorsports as an associate sponsor on their No. 22 Supercuts Dodge driven by NASCAR veteran Mike Bliss in this weekend’s running of th ... Continue reading
Budget Offers New Discounts for American Express(R) Cardmembers
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 8 -- Budget Rent A Car System, Inc. today announced a special promotion for American Express cardmembers. Through May 31, 2008, each time customers pay for a Budget rental with any American Express Card they will save up to $50 on that rental and receive an American Express branded rewards card w ... Continue reading
Canada's HPA Motorsports, Dunlop Tires Race on Gran Turismo
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 8 -- Dunlop's hot new maximum performance tire for supercars is getting the ultimate test in virtual reality - on HPA Motorsports' exceptional 565-horsepower 2007 Audi TT. Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., publisher of PlayStation 3's Gran Turismo racing series, has named custom-car builder Ma ... Continue reading
Consumer Searches for Several 2008 Redesigned Vehicles Continue to Soar on Cars.com
CHICAGO, Nov. 8 -- Since 2008 vehicles started hitting dealer lots, several new cars that were redesigned for the upcoming model year are generating significant interest among consumers shopping at Cars.com, according to the latest Cars.com Consumer Search Index. The redesigned Honda Accord, continues to be the most-se ... Continue reading
Court Approves DURA's Agreement in Connection with the Exit Financing Process
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. (OTCBB:DRRAQ) today announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware has approved the company’s engagement and fee agreement with Goldman Sachs Credit Partners, L.P. and Barclays Capital in connection with the arrangement of approximately $425 ... Continue reading
Dow Automotive Receives Safety Innovation Award
Dow Automotive Receives "Safety Innovation of the Year" Award at Professional Motorsport World Expo News release and photo attached. Interviews and additional information available upon request. Suggested photo caption: Grant Fisher, Dow Automotive vice president of European sales receives the Safety Innovation of the ... Continue reading
CONCORD, Ontario--Environmental Solutions Worldwide, Inc. (ESW) (OTCBB:ESWW) announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, ESW Canada Inc. (ESWC), has signed an Emissions Control & Technologies Provider and Cooperation agreement with International Truck and Engine Corporation (International), the operating company ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ) is pleased to announce that the United States Bankruptcy Court, the Honorable Judith K. Fitzgerald presiding, has issued an order confirming the Company’s Fourth Amended Joint Plan of Reorganization, on a wholly consensual basis without objections, paving the ... Continue reading
Ferro Reports 2007 Third-Quarter Results
CLEVELAND--Ferro Corporation announced sales of $551 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2007, up 10 percent from sales of $501 million in the third quarter of 2006. Income from continuing operations for the 2007 third quarter was $5.6 million, or $0.12 per diluted share, up 2.2 percent compared with $5.5 milli ... Continue reading
Group 1 Automotive Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
HOUSTON--Group 1 Automotive, Inc. , a Fortune 500 automotive retailer, today announced that its board of directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per share payable on Dec. 15, 2007, to stockholders of record on Dec. 1, 2007. About Group 1 Automotive, Inc. Group 1 owns and operates 96 automotive dealerships ... Continue reading
ICOP Digital Reports Record Revenue of $3.75 Million for 2007 Third Quarter
Expanded Development of Global Manufacturers Rep/Dealer Network Fueling Growth Investor Teleconference and Webcast to Begin at 4:15 PM ET LENEXA, Kan., Nov. 8 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , an industry-leading company engaged in advancing digital surveillance solutions, today announced its financial results for the three and ... Continue reading
- Dodge challenged 16 teams to test their packing skills as nearly 80 percent of families prepare to hit the road this upcoming holiday season - Travel expert, Susan Foster, provided packing tips to relieve holiday traveling stress CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 8 -- With nearly 80 percent of families planning to drive for thei ... Continue reading
Liberty Mutual to Grow Massachusetts Sales Force Nearly 50% by April 2008
State's 4th-largest insurer to hold recruitment event at Gillette Stadium on November 16 BOSTON, Nov. 8 -- The move to managed competition in the Massachusetts auto insurance market already is bringing many positive changes to consumers from Brighton to Brockton, and Saugus to Springfield. And to make benefits like its ... Continue reading
Manheim Expands Presence in Portugal with Lisbon Facility
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Andrea Mills November 8, 2007 McNeely Pigott & Fox (615) 259-4000 MANHEIM EXPANDS PRESENCE IN PORTUGAL WITH LISBON FACILITY Manheim Portugal Sells 90 Percent of Units Offered by GE at Grand Opening Sale ATLANTA - Manheim Portugal recently expanded its services to customers with the openin ... Continue reading
Media Advisory: Telepress Briefing: New Poll on National Security and Energy
WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- TOMORROW, Friday, November 9 at 2:00 pm EST, the Pew Campaign for Fuel Efficiency will host a telepress conference with Democratic pollster Mark Mellman and Republican pollster Bill McInturff. To kickoff the Veterans Day holiday, they will discuss the findings of a new nati ... Continue reading
Metalcrafters to Make Architectual Glass
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Chris O'Connell / Erin Bronner - JMPR, Inc. (818) 992-4353 coconnell@jmprpublicrelations.com <mailto:coconnell@jmprpublicrelations.com> / ebronner@jmprpublicrelations.com <mailto:ebronner@jmprpublicrelations.com> GAFFOGLIO FAMILY METALCRAFTERS, INC. TO MAKE ARCHITECTURAL GLASS The renowne ... Continue reading
AAA Michigan collects used cell phones and converts to cash DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 8 -- As part of Verizon Wireless' HopeLine(R) program that converts used cell phones to cash, AAA Michigan has raised $10,000 to benefit the Michigan Coalition against Domestic and Sexual Abuse, collecting a total of 526 phones. Through H ... Continue reading
Midas Completes Tuneup With Microsoft Dynamics GP
Worldwide auto-services leader applauds flexibility, familiarity and personalization of Microsoft's midmarket segment business software package. REDMOND, Wash., Nov. 8 -- Microsoft Corp. today announced that Midas Inc. , one of the world's largest providers of automotive services, has selected Microsoft Dynamics GP to ... Continue reading
National R.V. Holdings, Inc. Files Form 15 to Voluntarily Deregister its Shares with the SEC
PERRIS, Calif., Nov. 8 -- National R.V. Holdings, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: NRVH) (the "Company") announced that it has filed today a Form 15 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") to voluntarily deregister its common stock under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), and to ... Continue reading
Nation's Largest RV Retailer, FreedomRoads/Camping World, Names New Market Manager of Arizona
LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.--The nation's largest RV retailer, FreedomRoads/CampingWorld, today announced it has promoted Kevin Wise to Market Manager of Earnhardt RV in Arizona. Kevin will transition from his current position as General Sales Manager. In his new role, Wise will report directly to FreedomRoads and Camping World ... Continue reading
News Release (HQ): Building a Sustainable America - One Community at a Time
News for Release: Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *Building a Sustainable **America** - One Community at a Time* * * Contact: Suzanne Ackerman, (202) 564-4355 / ackerman.suzanne@epa.gov** * * (Washington, D.C. - Nov. 8, 2007) Even deep into the political debate season, there is one iss ... Continue reading
NIP Programs Awarded Best Practice Designation from Target Markets
WOODBRIDGE, N.J.--NIP Programs, a division of NIP Group, Inc., is proud to announce that the company has been awarded the Best Practices Designation from the Target Markets Program Administrators Association (TMPAA). NIP Programs is a national leader in managing specialty business insurance programs. The TMPAA is dedic ... Continue reading
Over Thirty Thousand Fans at Mugello for the Ferrari Party Sponsored by Officine Panerai
SCARPERIA, Italy, Nov. 8 -- The 2007 World Finals came to an end with the key moments of the event October 28, 2007 at the Mugello International Circuit. The highlight was the demonstration by Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro, warmly received by over thirty thousand fans gathered at the Tuscan track to salute Kimi Raikkonen, ... Continue reading
Pep Boys to Present at Retailing Conference
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys – Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation’s leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, today announced that it will participate in the Stephens Inc. Fall Investment Conference on Thursday, November 15 in New York City. Jeff Rachor, President & CEO, and Harry Yanowitz, SVP-CFO, will a ... Continue reading
PPG Industries Joins ENERGY STAR Program
PITTSBURGH--PPG Industries has joined ENERGY STAR, a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) aimed at helping to save money and protect the environment through energy-efficient products and practices. "We've made a fundamental commitment to protect the env ... Continue reading
SAM QUICK NAMED SENIOR DIRECTOR, DATA INTEGRATION, WEB SERVICES FOR AFFINIA GROUP
Nov. 8, 2007 For Immediate Release Contact: Scott Howat Director of Corporate Communications (737)827-5421 Sam Quick Named Senior director, data integration, Web Services for affinia group Responsible for Integration with Channel Partners, Web Presence ANN ARBOR, MICH. (Date) - Affinia Group Inc., a global leader in th ... Continue reading
Sam Quick Named Senior Director, Data Integration, Web Services for Affinia Group
Responsible for Integration with Channel Partners, Web Presence ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 8 -- Affinia Group Inc., a global leader in the on- and off-highway replacement products and service industry, has named Sam Quick, a 27-year information technology veteran, as Senior Director of Data Integration and Web Services. In ... Continue reading
Sense Technologies’ ScopeOut® Set for Southwest Dealership Launch
CHANDLER, Ariz.--Sense Technologies, Inc. (OTC BB: SNSG) is now being pre-sold into automobile dealerships in the states of California, Arizona and Nevada. Those dealers that are purchasing ScopeOut® are primarily interested in preloading vehicles for sale. ScopeOut®, www.sensetech.com, is an aerodynamic system of mi ... Continue reading
SORL Auto Parts to Attend Goldman Sachs China Frontier Conference
RUIAN CITY, Zhejiang Province, China, Nov. 8 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- SORL Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and distributor of automotive air brake valves and related components in China, today announced that it is invited to attend Goldman Sachs & Gao Hua Securities' China Frontier Conference at Grand Hyatt Hot ... Continue reading
TSX accepts Notice of Intention to Make Normal Course Issuer Bid
AURORA, ON, Nov. 8 -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.A, NYSE: MGA) today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") had accepted its Notice of Intention to Make a Normal Course Issuer Bid (the "Notice"). Pursuant to the Notice, we may purchase for cancellation and/or for purposes of our long-term retention (r ... Continue reading
TTS Group Adopts Ansoft’s PCB Design Suite for High-Performance Design
PENANG, Malaysia--Test Tooling Solutions Group (TTSG), a global manufacturer of ATE test toolings for the semiconductor industry, has adopted Ansoft Corporation’s PCB Design Suite, including HFSS™, Nexxim®, Ansoft Designer® and Optimetrics™. TTSG’s adoption of the Suite extends the firm’s core design compet ... Continue reading
United Capital Corp. Reports Third Quarter and Nine Month Results
GREAT NECK, N.Y.--United Capital Corp. (AMEX:AFP) today reported results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2007. Total revenues increased 17% for the quarter ended September 30, 2007 to $19.2 million from $16.4 million for the third quarter of 2006. Income from continuing operations and net income were ... Continue reading
United Components Reports Results of Operations for Third Quarter 2007
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--United Components, Inc. (“UCI”), a leading manufacturer of vehicle replacement parts, today announced results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007. UCI reported revenue of $230.7 million for the quarter, compared to $238.3 million for the year-ago quarter. The company reported revenue in ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. Announces Completion of Next Generation Online Catalog
Announces Addition of 60,000 SKUs to Unified Catalog CARSON, Calif., Nov. 8 -- U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. , a leading online provider of aftermarket auto parts and accessories, today announced that it has completed the implementation of the unified catalog. Utilizing new industry standards for year/make/model applic ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results
* Net Sales of $37.8 million for Q3 * Diluted Earnings of $0.03 per share for Q3 * Adjusted EBITDA of $4.1 million for Q3 CARSON, Calif., Nov. 8 -- U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. , a leading online provider of aftermarket auto parts and accessories, today reported its financial results for the third quarter ended Septem ... Continue reading
GLOCK, Inc. Announces Dexter Bean As No. 37 Driver For Full ARCA Slate In 2008
GLOCK, Inc. Announces Dexter Bean will drive No. 37 GLOCK Chevrolet and Contract Renewal with Spraker Racing Enterprises for 2008 ARCA RE/MAX Series Season SMYRNA, Georgia (November 8, 2007) - - GLOCK, Inc. announced today that they have renewed their 2008 Team GLOCK Racing contract with veteran NASCAR driver and team ... Continue reading
PHH Corporation Announces Third Quarter 2007 Results
MT. LAUREL, N.J.--PHH Corporation today announced results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2007. Net revenues for the quarter ended September 30, 2007 were $484 million, a decrease of 9.5% from Net revenues of $535 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2006. Net loss for the third quarter of 20 ... Continue reading
USAC NATIONAL/WESTERN MIDGET CAR SERIES RACE RESULTS: November 8, 2007 - Phoenix, Arizona - Phoenix International Raceway -32nd "Copper World Classic" Presented by FASTSIGNS Southwest QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Josh Wise, 75, Pedregon-26.176; 2. Bobby Santos III, 45, Western Speed-26.289; 3. Billy Wease, 80, Western Speed-26.2 ... Continue reading
T.J.T., Inc. Reports 2007 Results
EMMETT, Idaho--T.J.T., Inc. (the Company), (Pink Sheets:AXLE): T.J.T., Inc. today reported decreased sales and lower income for fiscal year 2007. The Company’s net income was $515,000 or $.11 per fully diluted share for the year ending September 30, 2007, compared to $1,396,000 or $.30 per fully diluted share in 2006 ... Continue reading
TSX Accepts Notice of Intention to Make Normal Course Issuer Bid
AURORA, Canada, November 8 -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.A, NYSE: MGA) today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") had accepted its Notice of Intention to Make a Normal Course Issuer Bid (the "Notice"). Pursuant to the Notice, we may purchase for cancellation and/or for purposes of our long-term rete ... Continue reading
Suzuki Showcases All-New SX4 Sport, Zuk Concept at 2007 San Antonio International Auto & Truck Show
- Suzuki displays full-line of vehicles for active lifestyles - Zuk concept appeals to four-wheel and two-wheel tuner enthusiasts SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 8 -- Led by the all-new 2008 four-door Suzuki SX4 Sport, American Suzuki Motor Corp. arrives at the San Antonio International Auto & Truck Show poised to impress show goers ... Continue reading
Fuel Prices Rise; So Should Attention to Tire Inflation, Says Goodyear
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 8 -- As American drivers begin to think about increased holiday travel in coming weeks, the cost of fueling the family car is higher than it has ever been in November. With this in mind, officials at the country's largest tire manufacturer, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company , are reminding motorists ... Continue reading
Auto Affordability Little Changed Last Quarter, Comerica Bank Chief Economist Reports
DETROIT, Nov. 8 -- The purchase of an average- priced new vehicle took 24.8 weeks of median family income in the third quarter, according to the Auto Affordability Index compiled by Comerica Bank. The latest reading is up 0.2 weeks from the second quarter and 0.4 weeks compared to a year ago. Including finance charges, ... Continue reading
Suzuki Showcases All-New SX4 Sport, Hip Hop Concept at 2007 Tampa Bay International Auto Show
Suzuki displays full-line of vehicles for active lifestyles Innovative Hip Hop Grand Vitara provides the ultimate mobile music experience TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 8 -- Led by the all-new 2008 four-door Suzuki SX4 Sport, American Suzuki Motor Corp. arrives at the Tampa Bay International Auto Show poised to impress show goers w ... Continue reading
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