BMW Motorcycles to Showcase 2008 Models at The Cycle World International Motorcycle Show
WHEN: Friday, December 28 -- 11:15 a.m. WHERE: BMW Booth Cycle World International Motorcycle Show -- New York Jacob K. Javits Convention Center 655 West 34th St. New York, NY 10001 WHAT: Anthony Arbolino, market intelligence manager from BMW Motorrad NA, will discuss BMW's 2008 model lineup, including the G 450X sport ... Continue reading
Chrysler LLC Manager Named Chairman of Business Consortium Fund
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 21 -- The Business Consortium Fund (BCF), a non-profit business development arm of the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) has named Jethro Joseph, Chrysler LLC Senior Manager - Diversity Supplier Development, as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Established in 1987, BCF i ... Continue reading
Contingency Programs for 2008 SCCA Club Racing Season Now Posted
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contingency Programs for 2008 Club Racing Season Now Posted TOPEKA, Kan. (Dec. 21, 2007) - With the continued support of major manufacturers and suppliers, the 2008 Sports Car Club of America Club Racing season offers a wealth of contingency programs to racers. BMW, GM Performance Division, Mazda, ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson, Inc. Web-Cast Conference Call Scheduled for Friday, January 25, 2008
MILWAUKEE, Dec. 21 -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. today announced that it is scheduled to release its fourth quarter 2007 financial results before market hours on Friday, January 25, 2008. On Friday, January 25, 2008, the public is invited to participate in a web-cast conference call with Jim Ziemer, President and CEO, and T ... Continue reading
Hazardous Waste News Release (HQ): EPA Promotes Recycling Materials Into Fuel
*EPA Promotes Recycling Materials Into Fuel* **Contact: Roxanne Smith, (202) 564-4355 / smith.roxanne@epa.gov The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is promoting the recycling of certain petroleum secondary materials into fuel. This effort, which will revise the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulations, is ... Continue reading
Kongsberg Automotive Improves Quality and Compliance Process with Dyadem Software
TORONTO, Dec. 21 -- Kongsberg Automotive, a Norwegian manufacturer of automotive components, is advancing its compliance processes with software from Dyadem, a Quality Lifecycle Management and Risk Lifecycle Management provider. Dyadem's FMEA-Pro will enable Kongsberg to unify its compliance reporting from development ... Continue reading
Local Volkswagen Dealer Principal Recognized With Diamond Pin Award
LEWISVILLE, Texas, Dec. 21 -- Volkswagen dealer Bobby Beck received the Diamond Pin Award at a commendation ceremony in Wolfsburg, Germany earlier this month. The Diamond Pin Award is given for operational excellence in sales, customer satisfaction, service and parts. Beck was one of only four Volkswagen dealers in the ... Continue reading
LuxuryMotors.com Leasing Business Doubles With AutoLeaseAd.com
AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 21 -- AutoLeaseAd.com, an Austin, Texas-based provider of lease payment advertising on car dealership websites, is working with LuxuryMotors.com to provide lease payment advertising for all of their regional dealership websites. "AutoLeaseAd's service is a huge timesaver for us," said Brad Taylor, n ... Continue reading
Mitch Monroy Vice President, Electrical-Electronics Division in Mercedes-Benz technology NA
TROY, Mich., Dec. 21 -- MB-technology NA LLC (MBtech NA) of Troy, Michigan announces the promotion of Mitch Monroy to the position of Vice President for the Electrical/Electronics Division. Mitch has been with MBtech NA since February 2005 as Director of the Test Engineering business unit within the Electrical/Electron ... Continue reading
Schedules Released for 2008 Tire Rack National Solo Season - Revised
Revised - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Schedules Released for 2008 Tire Rack National Solo Season TOPEKA, Kan. (Dec. 21, 2007) - Sports Car Club of America has released dates for the 2008 The Tire Rack(r) National Solo Season, including the Tire Rack Solo National Tour, Tire Rack ProSolo National Series and Tire Rack Solo Nat ... Continue reading
SmarTire Reports Q1 Financial Results
RICHMOND, British Columbia, Canada, Dec. 21 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) , a provider of active tire pressure and temperature monitoring systems for the global commercial or truck, bus, recreational vehicle, and off highway vehicle markets, announced today that revenue for the first quarter of FY 200 ... Continue reading
Sprint's Network Leadership in 2007
Sprint Nextel CorporationSprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Newsroom website. Title: Sprint's Network Leadership in 2007 Date: 12/21/2007 3:00:01 PM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ------------------------------------------------------------ If you are unable to cli ... Continue reading
Tenneco Realigns European Ownership Structure
Change Advances Company's Financial Strategy LAKE FOREST, Ill., Dec. 21 -- Tenneco announced that today it completed the realignment of some of the company's foreign subsidiaries, a move designed to more effectively align the company's U.S. and European assets and revenues with liabilities and expenses in the appropria ... Continue reading
The Atlantic Companies(R) Enters Into Agreement for Sale of Its Personal Lines Business
NEW YORK, Dec. 21 -- The Atlantic Companies(R) has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its high-net-worth personal lines business to The ACE Group of Companies. The transaction, subject to regulatory approvals and closing conditions, is expected to close within 30 days. The acquisition encompasses the personal ... Continue reading
Trains, Guns and Automobiles - A SPEED World Challenge Christmas
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Trains, Guns and Automobiles - A SPEED World Challenge Christmas TOPEKA, Kan. (Dec. 21, 2007) - Santa may not be able to leave grip, horsepower, race wins, or championships under the tree, but several SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge drivers were able to recall Christmas gifts that were just ... Continue reading
AUBURN CORD DUESENBERG MUSEUM . NEWS RELEASE - 12/21/2007 For Immediate Release December 2007 CONTACT: Gran Roberts Marketing Director (260) 925-1444 ext. 30 Museum Raffle Winner is From Indianapolis, Birthplace of the Duesenberg Model J! AUBURN - Matt Orth of Indianapolis, Indiana, was the first-place winner in the "T ... Continue reading
MADD Media Awards Call for Entries
Sixth Annual Contest Awards Outstanding Drunk Driving and Underage Drinking Stories WHAT: Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) announces the 2008 MADD Media Awards with a "call for entries." The 6th annual MADD Media Awards program recognizes media professionals and organizations for outstanding coverage of issues rela ... Continue reading
Long-term support from Cerberus Capital Management, L.P. and Daimler AG AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 21 -- "There have been several recent media reports that have painted an inaccurate picture of Chrysler LLC's current financial position. Therefore, the management of Chrysler and our parent company, Cerberus Capital Manag ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Names Jong Eun Kim New President and Chief Executive Officer
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 21 -- Hyundai Motor America announced today that Jong Eun Kim has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of the company. Ok Suk "Owen" Koh, who formerly held the position, has been named as head of Kia's operations in China. Kim most recently served as head of Hyundai Motor Compa ... Continue reading
Autonation's Mike Jackson to Address Analysts During Detroit Auto Show - Register Today!
Washington DC Dec 21, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Society of Automotive Analysts presents its 20th annual Automotive Outlook Conference on Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center, just steps away from Cobo Center, site of the 2008 North American International Auto Show. The ... Continue reading
India's Tata will buy Jaguar, Land Rover
Washington DC December 21, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Automotive News reporting that India's Tata Motors will be named today as the winning bidder in the auction for Jaguar and Land Rover. Tata will pay £1 billion, or about $2 billion, for the two Ford Motor Co. luxury brands. Ford plans no announcements ... Continue reading
GM recalls 275,936 vehicles in United States
DETROIT, Dec 21, 2007; Poornima Gupta writing for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp said on Friday it is recalling 275,936 Cadillacs, Pontiacs and Saturms sold in the United States because of a fluid leak that could lead to loss of control of the vehicle. The recall involves vehicles 2005-2007 model year Cadill ... Continue reading
New Generation Mercedes-Benz SLK Unveiled
STUTTGART â December 21, 2007: The Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Roadsters have long captured the hearts of sports car enthusiasts. Incorporating around 650 newly developed parts, the SLK models of 2008 are even more dynamic and now offer an even more emotionally charged driving experience. Key visual enhancements inclu ... Continue reading
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Review
Mitsubishiâs New Lancer Evolution By Marty Bernstein AIADA Contributing Editor Scottsdale, AZ â If weather is any indication of success, things did not look good for the Mitsubishi team that arrived at Sky Harbor Airport on an early December day to prep for the press launch of the automakerâs newest addi ... Continue reading
NORWALK, Conn., Dec. 21 -- While driving on the highway may sometimes seem a dangerous task, the least safe place for your car may actually be in a parking lot. "Car theft can strike any car, any person and any town," said Liz Allison, AutoVantage spokesperson. "Protect your car at all times by having a proactive defen ... Continue reading
Virtual Airbag Technology Can Eliminate Crash Fatalities - VIDEO STORY
GOTHENBURG - December 21, 2007: Volvo Group invests in technology that increases driversâ attention on the road Studies show that lack of attention is the single largest cause of traffic accidents. As part of the Volvo Groupâs comprehensive safety efforts, Volvo Technology Transfer is now investing in Seeing ... Continue reading
Local Auto Dealer Confirms Equity Ownership in New BMW Franchise
MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 21 -- Peter Hasselquist, a local automotive dealer and former dealer principal and general manager of Motorwerks BMW in Bloomington, today formally announced that he is in the process of forming a limited liability company with the Carl R. Pohlad family to finalize the purchase of a BMW franchise from ... Continue reading
Lexus Brings Hybrid Living & John Legend to the 2008 Sundance Film Festival
Eco-luxury lifestyle options, eco-fashion, and carbon-offset programs highlight this year's initiatives PARK CITY, Utah, Dec. 20 -- For the second year, Lexus Hybrid Living will have a presence at the Sundance Film Festival with two events that highlight the synergy between luxury and "green living." Starting January 1 ... Continue reading
The New Generation Mercedes-Benz SLK Revealed
The New Generation Mercedes-Benz SLK Revealed Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on December 21, 2007 Just in time for the holidays, Mercedes today has taken the wraps off their updated SLK-Class, sure to be at the top of wish list for anyone craving a little open-air excitement during their daily commute. Featuring appro ... Continue reading
INDYCAR (INDIANAPOLIS, IN.) - SERIES NOTES
1. Chesson, Münter test with Panther Racing<BR> 2. Castroneves graces cover of ESPN the Magazine<BR> 3. Cunningham tests IndyCar Series car<BR> 4. Stewart honored<BR> <P> 1. ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (DAYTONA, FLA.) - CJM Racing Developmental Driver Tops the Speed Charts at Daytona
18 year-old Ryan Fischer made his very first laps around Daytona International Speedway last weekend as he tested the #25 Venturini Motorsports Chevrolet. Fischer, a native of British Columbia, Canada, was impressive as he was consistent throughout the test session and turned the quickest single car lap in ARCA testing ... Continue reading
Sinotruck becomes world's 5th largest heavy truck-maker
Sinotruck becomes world's 5th largest heavy truck-maker http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/4281/Sinotruck-becomes-world-s-5th-larges t-heavy-truck-maker.html Shanghai. December 21 (Gasgoo.com) ¨C China largest heavy truck-maker, Sinotruck, has become one of the five largest heavy truck makers throughout the world, Chinese ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries Reports 26% Net Income Increase for the First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2008
FOREST CITY, Iowa December 20, 2007; Winnebago Industries, Inc., a leading United States motor home manufacturer, today reported financial results for the Companyâs first quarter of fiscal year 2008 ended December 1, 2007. Revenues for the 14-week quarter were $215.1 million, an increase of 6.6 percent, compared t ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Offers Motorists Winter Weather Driving Tips
PHILADELPHIA December 20, 2007; The Pep Boys â Manny, Moe & Jack, the nationâs leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, reminds motorists to get ready for winter, which officially begins on December 22. Winter driving conditions can be hard on your car, affecting performance and safe operation ... Continue reading
GM to sell medium-duty truck unit to Navistar
DETROIT, Dec 20, 2007; Poornima Gupta writing for Reuters reported that - General Motors Corp has reached a tentative agreement to sell its medium-duty truck business to Navistar International Corp, the two companies said on Thursday. GM sells medium-duty trucks under the nameplates Kodiak, TopKick and Isuzu T-Series. ... Continue reading
1929 Ruxton 'Alligator' Prototype to Be Sold at Barrett-Jackson Auction in Scottsdale
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. December 20, 2007; The only 1929 Muller Front Drive Ruxton Engineer Prototype Roadster ever built, which later became known as the âAlligator,â will be sold at No Reserve during the 37th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event on Jan. 12-20, 2008, in Scottsdale, Ariz. The âsporty lit ... Continue reading
Safety groups to Congress: Bush Admin. trucker hours rule must be overturned
Bush Administration trucker hours rule disregards courts, puts lives at risk, and must be overturned --- Public Citizen and truck safety advocates ask court to compel Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to set aside dangerous rule. WASHINGTON, DC (December 19, 2007) ââ¬â A Bush administration rule a ... Continue reading
China-made Golden Dragon buses exported to Middle East and North Africa
China-made Golden Dragon buses exported to Middle East and North Africa http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/4271/China-made-Golden-Dragon-buses-expor ted-to-Middle-East-and-North-Africa.html Shanghai. December 20 (Gasgoo.com) China¡¯s large bus maker Xiamen Golden Dragon Bus Co exported a batch of luxury tourism buses to N ... Continue reading
Kia Carnival wins People's Choice Award in Australia
NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michael Choo (mjc@kia.co.kr <mailto:cdore@kia.co.kr> ), International Communications Manager, Kia Motors Corporation, Tel: +82-2-3464-5663 Kia Carnival wins People's Choice Award in Australia - Latest accolade reflects vote of confidence by actual new car owners (SEOUL) December 20, ... Continue reading
VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., Dec. 20 -- Ricardo, Inc., a leading independent engineering firm specializing in fuel economy and vehicle efficiency, today unveiled a new engineering service designed to help automakers address the 35-mile-per-gallon CAFE standard. TVFE(TM) (Total Vehicle Fuel Economy) is based on Ricardo's uniq ... Continue reading
Yamaha Expands Line of Four-Stroke Yamalube(R) Oils
Seven new products introduced with new performance formulations KENNESAW, Ga., Dec. 20 -- Yamaha Motor Corporation has expanded its line of four-stroke Yamalube(R) motorsports oil products with the addition of seven new formulations. These new lubricants have been specially engineered to meet the demands of today's hig ... Continue reading
Chrysler LLC Manager Receives Diversity Recognition
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 20 -- DiversityBusiness.com recently recognized Chrysler LLC Senior Manager, Jethro Joseph as one of its "Top Diversity Advocates" for 2007. Joseph was recognized for his demonstrated commitment of supplier diversity in the automotive industry. The DiversityBusiness.com "Top Diversity Advocate ... Continue reading
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