Nokia and ARC Transistance to Deliver Real Time Traffic Reports to Mobiles
ESPOO, Finland, April 29 -- Nokia and ARC Transistance, the European network of automobile clubs, announced today that they are working together to provide Real Time Traffic Information to users of Nokia mobile devices. Nokia will offer the service as a premium offering in Nokia Maps 2.0 and in future versions of Nokia ... Continue reading
Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com Names 2008 Subaru Impreza a Top 10 Coolest New Car Under $18,000
CHERRY HILL, N.J., April 29 -- The 2008 Subaru Impreza was named today one of the Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000 by Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com. The leading provider of new- and used-vehicle information announced their picks of vehicles. The list features kbb.com editors' picks of vehicles that are fun, fuel effi ... Continue reading
Lear Reports First-Quarter 2008 Financial Results; Full-Year 2008 Earnings Outlook Remains Unchanged
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 29 -- Lear Corporation , a leading global supplier of automotive seating systems, electrical distribution systems and related electronic products today reported financial results for the first quarter of 2008 and confirmed its full-year 2008 earnings outlook. First-Quarter Highlights: -- Net sa ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Reports Higher Profits for Second-Quarter Fiscal Year 2008
Company Announces Strong Quarter Despite Industry Headwinds in North America TROY, Mich., April 29 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. today reported financial results for its second quarter ended March 31, 2008. Highlights for Second-Quarter Fiscal Year 2008 -- Sales of $1.8 billion - approximately $150 million higher than the same ... Continue reading
First Look At BRABUS S V12 S Tuning Package For The 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
It's no secret that we here at eMercedesBenz are fans of the fine work perpetually turned out by German tuning powerhouse BRABUS, and the latest addition to their tuning portfolio - a styling package for the new-generation Mercedes SL - is no exception to the rule. With a range of upgrades including a new front apron, ... Continue reading
National Share the Road Highway Safety Program Visits Fontana to Promote Safe Driving
FONTANA, Calif., April 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Life-saving highway driving tips were presented today as part of the American Trucking Associations' national Share the Road highway safety tour by top professional truck drivers. The Share the Road event served as the kick-off to GE's Trailer Sales Showroom Grand Op ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Plant in Mexico Receives Prestigious Quality Award From Honda
LIVONIA, Mich., April 29 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. today announced that its Queretaro, Mexico, plant operated by its subsidiary Frenos y Mecanismos, S.A. de C.V., has received the Honda de Mexico 'Excellence Award'. This is the second consecutive year the plant has earned Honda's highest quality award. (Logo: ht ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, April 29 -- Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. , one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., today announced that Craig T. Monaghan has been named incoming Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Monaghan will replace J. Gordon Smith effective May 9, 2008. Mr. Monaghan, 5 ... Continue reading
P.A.M. Transportation Services, Inc. Announces Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2008
TONTITOWN, Ark., April 29 -- P.A.M. Transportation Services, Inc. today reported net loss of $2,828,326 or diluted and basic loss per share of $0.29 for the quarter ended March 31, 2008. These results compare to net income of $1,264,931 or diluted and basic earnings per share of $0.12 for the quarter ended March 31, 20 ... Continue reading
H&H CONSIGNS A 'TIMEWARP' BUGATTI TYPE 57 AND 'BARN FIND' LISTER SPORTS RACER FOR ITS SUMMER SALES
Set amid the rolling Surrey hills, yet within easy reach of Guildford, Loseley Park can trace its history back to the Domesday Book of 1086. A trusted advisor to Queen Elizabeth I, Sir William More built the present manor house between 1562 and 1568, using masonry salvaged from nearby Waverley Abbey (itself a 12th Cent ... Continue reading
JEGS ProMod Challenge announces New York Motorsports Top Speed Award
DELAWARE, Ohio (April 29) -- Pro Mod racer David Hance hasn't contested a single event in the JEGS ProMod Challenge but he's so excited about the series that he's posting a $500 cash prize for the fastest racer at each of the tour's final seven national events. The New York Motorsports Top Speed Award will begin this w ... Continue reading
Smrz Moves to Alara Racing for 2008 MX-5 Cup Season
COUER dâALENE, Idaho (April 29, 2008) - Brett Smrz and Smrz Racing have teamed up with Alara Racing out of Sonoma, Calif., for the 2008 SCCA Pro Racing Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup season. The 17-year-old has been hard at work both in the gym and on the track in preparation for the first event. Still recovering from his ... Continue reading
Two spots available at this weekend's St. Louis race
DELAWARE, Ohio (April 29) -- Officials with the JEGS ProMod Challenge have announced a rare opportunity for two racers to join the tour and run at this weekend's 12th annual OâReilly NHRA Midwest Nationals at Gateway International Raceway. The coveted spots will go to the first two racers who contact officials at ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive, Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 29 -- Sonic Automotive, Inc. , a leader in automotive retailing, today announced that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share payable in cash for shareholders of record on June 15, 2008. The dividend will be payable July 15, 2008. Sonic Automotive, Inc., a Fortune ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive, Inc. Reports First Quarter Earnings in Line with Company Expectations
CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 29 -- Sonic Automotive, Inc. , a leader in automotive retailing, today reported that its 2008 first quarter earnings from continuing operations were $18.0 million, or $0.44 per diluted share, compared to $22.3 million, or $0.49 per diluted share, for the same period in 2007. Total revenue for the ... Continue reading
GMAC Financial Services Reports Preliminary First Quarter 2008 Financial Results
- First quarter net loss of $589 million - Automotive finance and insurance businesses remain profitable - Results in the U.S. residential mortgage business improved; offset by a decline in the international mortgage business - Cash and certain marketable securities of $18.6 billion NEW YORK, April 29 -- GMAC Financial ... Continue reading
Production of a high-quality braking system for the Toyota Yaris recognized AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 29 -- Toyota Motor Europe awarded its highest supplier recognition for a superior quality braking system and outstanding management performance to Continental's Chassis & Safety Division on April 17, 2008. More than 6 ... Continue reading
TomTom Unveils TomTom ONE and XL Range with New Compact Design and Flexible, Folding Mount
- ultra-compact design with EasyPort(TM) mount for easy stowing and carrying - enhanced sound performance - unrivalled ease of use - most up-to-date maps and unique TomTom Map Share(TM) technology - extensive industry-leading safety features - spoken directions including street names* - optional traffic information - p ... Continue reading
Daimler achieves EBIT of Euro 1,976 million in first quarter of 2008
Stuttgart, Apr 29, 2008 Text - select action - Download selection now Add selection to Download Center Net profit of ⬠1,332 million (Q1 2007: â¬1,972 million) Revenue of â¬23.5 billion at prior yearâs level Full-year EBIT from ongoing operations (excluding Chrysler) expected to be well above 2007; ea ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Reports Corporate Developments and Transactions
-- Company announces asset sales and plans affecting capital structure -- RIVERSIDE, Calif., April 29 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. disclosed today several corporate developments and transactions. The announcements include developments related to the anticipated retirement of $100 million aggregate principal amount of ... Continue reading
Acura to Report Service Information to Carfax
Automaker Backs Carfax Service Link Program, Encourages Dealer Participation CENTREVILLE, Va., April 29 -- Carfax today announced that Acura has joined the Carfax Service Link program. Service and maintenance information will be reported to Carfax for vehicles serviced by Acura dealers participating in Carfax Service L ... Continue reading
Honda to Report Service Information to Carfax
Automaker Backs Carfax Service Link Program, Encourages Dealer Participation CENTREVILLE, Va., April 29 -- Carfax today announced that American Honda Motor Co. has joined the Carfax Service Link program. Service and maintenance information will be reported to Carfax for vehicles serviced by Honda dealers participating ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson Goes Raw to Give Younger Generation Freedom to Discover
Dark Custom Collection from Harley-Davidson revisits roots to spur new beginnings MILWAUKEE, April 29 -- There's a time in everyone's life when necessity trumps extravagance. One look at Harley-Davidson's collection of chopped-up, stripped-down and purposely unpolished bikes and you suddenly realize what that bumps-and ... Continue reading
UIEvolution and the Connected Car
UIEvolution Technology Powers the Next Frontier of Mobile Content and Services The UIEvolution Platform Brings Dynamic Multimedia to the Car BELLEVUE, WA â April 25, 2008 â UIEvolution (UIE), a global leader in software solutions that power the deployment of rich applications and services to users anytime, an ... Continue reading
Leading Rotating Electrics Manufacturer Relocating to Pendleton, Indiana PENDLETON, Ind., April 29 -- Remy International, Inc. announced that its global headquarters and United States Technical Center has relocated to a new location in Pendleton, Indiana. Pendleton is located 35 miles northeast of Indianapolis, just a ... Continue reading
Sweden Strengthens Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Development
Invest in Sweden Agency Presents Great Investment Potentials at US Automotive Battery Conference STOCKHOLM, Sweden, April 29 -- Sweden hosts a world class automotive cluster represented by leading brands such as SAAB Automobile, Scania, Volvo Car Corporation and Volvo Group alongside some 1,000 suppliers. Sweden now lo ... Continue reading
B&D Industrial Selects Infor ERP A+ to Fuel Growth
B&D Industrial Selects Infor ERP A+ to Fuel Growth Leading Southeast Distributor Drives Customer Service and Optimizes Visibility ATLANTA -- April 29, 2008 -- Infor <http://www.infor.com/> today announced that B <http://www.bdindustrial.com/index.php> &D Industrial, a distributor of industrial equipment to mining, manu ... Continue reading
Baruch Singer Selects Leading Parking Team for Coney Island Office Project NEW YORK, April 29 -- A.P.T. Parking Technologies, the nation's leading automated parking facility developer, together with Westfalia Technologies, the world's leading manufacturer of automated storage and parking systems, broke ground recently ... Continue reading
Novelis to Increase Aluminum Sheet Capacity for Fast-Growing Automotive and Can Markets in Europe
ATLANTA, April 29 -- Novelis Inc., the global leader in aluminum rolling and can recycling, announced today that it will invest 11 million Euro (US$17.2 million) to expand production capacity at its plant in Nachterstedt, Germany, in response to growing demand in the automotive and beverage can end markets in Europe. ( ... Continue reading
Audi Launches the 2008 Audi Sportscar Experience - VIDEO ENHANCED
SONOMA, Calif., April 29, 2008 â Audi of America, Inc. today announced the launch of the 2008 Audi Sportscar Experience based at the Audi Forum Sonoma at Infineon Raceway in California. Created by Audi and its strategic partner, Emotive, the Audi Sportscar Experience is a hands-on driving experience designed espec ... Continue reading
The front spoiler in its 2-piece form, and the wheel and tyre combinations up to 19", are simply made for a high fun factor. And the "little one" delivers fun on every journey, especially with the modified exhaust which not only offers an extra 10 HP but also provides a deeper note. The overall package is completed by ... Continue reading
Renault Twingo Night & Day - a limited edition with touch of glamour
More than 100,000 New Twingos have been sold since its launch in the 21 countries where it is marketed. More than 50,000 registrations have been recorded in France, where it tops the compact city car segment. To build on this success, Renault is about to launch Twingo Night & Day. ... Continue reading
GM to lay off 3,550 at SUV and Pick-Up Factories
DETROIT April 29, 2008; Tom Krisher writing for the AP reported that the dwindling U.S. auto market and an accelerating shift from trucks to cars has brought grim layoff news to four General Motors Corp. factories. The company announced Monday that it plans to cut one shift each at pickup truck and large sport utility ... Continue reading
Kbb.com Names Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000
Versatile, Technology-Filled Vehicles Lead in Growing Entry-Level Segment IRVINE, Calif., April 29 -- The expert editors at Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com (http://www.kbb.com/), the leading provider of new- and used-vehicle information, today announce their picks for the Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000. The vehicles ... Continue reading
Kerkorian Buying Ford Stake, Buying More Shares Rise
By DETROIT, April 28, 2008; David Bailey writing for Reuters reported that billionaire Kirk Kerkorian, a veteran investor in the troubled U.S. auto industry, has taken aim at Ford Motor Co, looking to acquire a stake of 5.6 percent stake through his investment vehicle Tracinda Corp. Kerkorian, 90, who previously held a ... Continue reading
WVU Director/Professor Named SAE International 2009 President Nominee
WARRENDALE, Pa., April 28 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- SAE International's Executive Nominating Committee named James E. (Jim) Smith, Ph.D., as its candidate for 2009 SAE President. Dr. Smith is Director of the Center for Industrial Research Applications (CIRA) at West Virginia University. Through his career, he has been ... Continue reading
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