Charlotte, April 16, 2009: The No. 7 Toyota Camry will display the familiar yellow and blue MAPEI / Menards colors for the first time this season at Phoenix International Raceway. Saturdayâs Subway Fresh Fit 500 will mark Gordonâs 14th start at the ultra-fast mile oval. He owns two top-10 finishes in the NASC ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif.--Autobytel Inc. , a leading automotive marketing services company, today announced that the company expects to release its 2009 first quarter financial results after the market closes on Thursday, April 30, 2009. Autobytel management will also host a conference call later that day at 5:00 p.m. EDT (2:00 ... Continue reading
Original 1964½ Mustang Owners Head Down Memory Lane. Alabama For Mustand's 45th Birthday
DEARBORN, Mich., April 16, 2009 â When Phil Florio bought his 1964½ Wimbledon White Ford Mustang, he says it was âlove at first sight.â Forty-five years later, the love affair is still going strong. âIâm going to be 71 in May, but when I get behind the wheel of that car and turn the key, Iâ ... Continue reading
Ford Mustang Makes Movie Magic For 45 Years
DEARBORN, Mich., April 16, 2009; Perhaps nowhere is the Mustang mystique felt more than in Hollywood, where Fordâs iconic pony car has been lighting up the silver screen â and the small screen â for the past 45 years. Who could forget Steve McQueen as the hardened police detective chasing down killers in ... Continue reading
The Great Mustang Debate: 1964½ or 1965
DEARBORN, Mich., April 16, 2009 â Ever since the debut of the original Ford Mustang 45 years ago, there has been an ongoing debate about what to call the pony cars built between April and August of 1964. Are they â1964½â Mustangs or 1965 models? Technically, all of the original Ford Mustangs are 1965 ... Continue reading
Webcast Alert: BorgWarner Inc. Announces First Quarter 2009 Earnings Webcast
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 16 -- BorgWarner Inc. announces the following Webcast: What: BorgWarner 2009 First Quarter Results Conference Call When: April 30 @ 9:30 a.m. Eastern Where: http://www.borgwarner.com/invest/webcasts.shtml How: Live over the Internet -- Simply log on to the web at the address above. If you are ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Announces Second Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call Webcast
MILWAUKEE, April 16 -- Johnson Controls, Inc. announces the following webcast: (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081030/AQTH055ALOGO) What: Johnson Controls Second Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call When: Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at 11 a.m. Eastern time How: Live over the Internet -- Log on to the Web at ... Continue reading
KANNAPOLIS, April 15, 2009: Since the Car of Tomorrowâs debut at Phoenix International Raceway in April 2007, Hendrick Motorsports has won all four NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races at the 1-mile oval in Avondale, Ariz. Jeff Gordon won the first race on that April evening, edging out a disappointed Tony Stewart, who ... Continue reading
iRacing.com Announces the Addition of Ford Race Cars to its Virtual Fleet
BEDFORD, April 15, 2009: iRacing.com Motorsport Simulations, LLC announced today that it is developing digital versions of a series of Ford competition cars for use in the iRacing simulation service. The first two vehicles announced as part of this new digital line-up of Ford race cars are emblematic of Fordâs sto ... Continue reading
Ann Arbor, MI, April 15, 2009: Drivers Christian Maloof and Mark White, co-drivers of the #147 Team Freedom Autosport MX-5, are heading to Virginia International Raceway (VIR) to participate in a team test-and-tune day. Scheduled for April 16th , the test day affords Freedom drivers the opportunity to spend time in the ... Continue reading
KeyBanc Predicts Resurgence in New-Vehicle Sales
Washington DC April 16, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that the rising demand for used vehicles and loosening of financing will soon translate into increased demand for new-vehicle sales, according to the latest report from KeyBanc. SubPrime News reports that improving retail auto financing and auto asset-backed s ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS April 16, 2009:Thirty-three times last year, World of Outlaws (WoO) champion Donny Schatz finished first or second. Those finishes occurred in 67 starts, giving him a nearly .500 average for finishing in the top-two. After finishing second on consecutive nights last weekend in Texas behind the wheel of the ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS April 16, 2009: Chasing taillights across the United States is nothing new for World of Outlaws (WoO) racer Kraig Kinser. After all, traveling up and down the highway heading from one race to another has been a way of life. No matter how far he traveled to see his dad circle dirt tracks across the county, ... Continue reading
MINI E Joins Government Electric Vehicle Announcement
BMW Group supports British Government plans for development of electric vehicle infrastructure Ian Robertson, Sales and Marketing Director of BMW Group AG, today joined Business Secretary Peter Mandelson and Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon in Scotland as they launched the Government's vision for ultra-low carbon transpo ... Continue reading
Renault-Nissan Alliance And Leaseplan to Build Zero-Emission Future in Europe
LeasePlan, the European market leader in fleet and vehicle management, and the Renault-Nissan Alliance today announced their collaboration in a partnership for Zero-Emission Mobility, an initiative bringing electric mobility to the global markets. ... Continue reading
IndyCar Series Notes - April 15, 2009
Patrick nears one-year anniversary of victory: One year ago, Danica Patrick traveled to Long Beach for a press conference in the United States following her first career victory hours earlier in Japan. She vaguely remembers hanging out in the interview room of the Long Beach Convention Center, groggy from celebrating d ... Continue reading
TW Steel Announces James Hinchcliffe As Brand Ambassador
Amsterdam, April 16, 2009: TW Steel, the Dutch watch brand specializing in oversized watches, is pleased to announce Canadian Indy Lights Series race car driver, James Hinchcliffe, as its latest Brand Ambassador. The 22-year-old from Toronto will subsequently sport TW Steel branding during his rookie campaign in the 20 ... Continue reading
Ready to Rumble: World Challenge GT Prepares for Round Two at Long Beach
Long Beach, April 16, 2009: Street courses: motorsportâs version of the cage match. As if rocketing around at 100 mph, door-to-door with your opponent isnât hair-raising enough, letâs surround the entire show with unforgiving concrete walls. Yes, this is Round Two of the SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Chall ... Continue reading
Insignia Takes Power Fight to Premium Rivals
Packing 325 horsepower, a sophisticated four-wheel-drive chassis and a sub-six second 0-60 time, Vauxhall's new Insignia VXR is set to take the mid-size performance saloon market by storm when it goes on sale early this summer, with a level of dynamic prowess which aims to raise the bar in its class. ... Continue reading
Kester Racing with Team 3G Creates New Partnership with Virtual Concept Sims
College Station, TX April 16, 2009: Kester Racing with Team 3G has recently formed an exciting new partnership with computer-racing simulation company, Virtual Concept Simsâ¢. With offices in Nevada, Florida, and Canada, Virtual Concept has successfully created the next generation of computer, auto, and flight simu ... Continue reading
Repositioning of the Daimler Hero Commercial Vehicles Ltd. joint venture in India
Daimler AG and Hero Group today together announced to dissolve the Daimler Hero Commercial Vehicles Ltd. joint venture in India. The completion of this transaction depends on the regular closing conditions. ... Continue reading
AIM Autosport teams with CONSOL Energy to support The Food Bank
Woodbridge, April 14, 2009: AIM Autosport is getting an early start on its trip to Virginia International Raceway with some stops along the way in support of the âCONSOL Energy: Race to Stock The Shelvesâ, an initiative to bolster the effort of two area food banks in West Virginia and Virginia. The CONSOL Ene ... Continue reading
GM: 8th China Plant Needed For Sales Goal
GM: 8th China plant needed for sales goal http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1010035/GM-8th-China-plant-needed- for-s ales-goal.html Shanghai, April 16 (Gasgoo.com) General Motors Corp may need to build at most one more plant, or the eighth one, in China to meet its ambitious sales goal set for the market, the Wall S ... Continue reading
The BMW Group Remained on its Growth Path in China
In the first quarter of 2009, BMW Group continued to register growth in the Chinese Mainland market with a total of 16,580 BMW and MINI cars delivered to the customers, representing 13.8% growth over the same period of 2008 (prev.yr.: 14,574 units). ... Continue reading
Dongfeng To Debut Six New Models At SH Show
Dongfeng to debut six new models at SH show http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1010044/Dongfeng-to-debut-six-new- model s-at-SH-show.html Shanghai, April 16 (Gasgoo.com) Dongfeng Motor, China's third-biggest vehicle producer, will debut six new passenger cars models, including its own Fengshen sedan, at the 2009 Shan ... Continue reading
Toyota To Show Highlander, RAV4 In Shanghai
Toyota to show Highlander, RAV4 in Shanghai http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1010043/Toyota-to-show-Highlander- RAV4- in-Shanghai.html Shanghai, April 16 (Gasgoo.com) To highlight its growing presence in the Chinese auto market, Toyota Motor will display the China-made versions of its Toyota Highlander and RAV4 SUV ... Continue reading
Polaris Reports First Quarter 2009 Results
MINNEAPOLIS--Polaris Industries Inc. today reported net income of $8.5 million, or $0.26 per diluted share, for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009 driven by a 180 basis point increase in its gross profit margin percentage and after taking a $0.18 per diluted share non-cash impairment charge on its investment in KTM ... Continue reading
Genuine Parts Company Reports First Quarter 2009 Results
ATLANTA, April 16 -- Genuine Parts Company reported sales and earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009. Thomas C. Gallagher, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, announced today that sales totaling $2.4 billion were down 11% compared to the first quarter of 2008. Net income for the quarter was $8 ... Continue reading
PPG Reports First Quarter 2009 Financial Results
PITTSBURGH--PPG Industries today reported sales for the first quarter of $2.8 billion, a decline of 30 percent versus the prior yearâs first quarter including a 6 percent decline resulting from a business divestiture in 2008. The company reported a loss of $111 million, or 68 cents per share, which included a sign ... Continue reading
TOLEDO, Ohio, April 16 -- Dana Holding Corporation will announce its 2009 first-quarter financial results on Thursday, May 7, 2009. At 10:30 a.m. EDT, on that date, members of the company's senior management team will host a conference call and supporting webcast to discuss these results and answer related questions. ( ... Continue reading
Lotus and Harman International Announce Collaboration
Lotus Engineering, the world-renowned automotive consultancy division of Lotus Cars Ltd and Harman Becker Automotive Systems, the automotive division of Harman International, have reached an agreement to jointly develop noise management solutions using Lotus’ patented Active Noise Control technologies. Exclusive ... Continue reading
McLaren Restructures Group to Create Independent McLaren Automotive Company
At a press conference held this morning at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey (UK), McLaren Group Chairman Ron Dennis announced a major restructuring of the McLaren Group. ... Continue reading
Another Major Award for DVLA with Seat Ecomotive Campaign
SEAT's ultra-frugal Ecomotive range - comprising some of the very lowest polluting new cars on sale in the UK - has helped the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) pick up yet another major marketing strategy award. ... Continue reading
If you're a fan of classic transport or just want a family fun day out, then the Vauxhall Heritage Centre's annual open day on April 26 is a must. ... Continue reading
The Renault-Nissan Alliance Forms Zero-Emission Vehicle Partnership in the Phoenix Metro Area
PHOENIX, April 16 -- The Renault-Nissan Alliance today announced that Nissan and Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), which represents the Phoenix metropolitan region, are forming a partnership to advance zero-emission mobility by promoting the development of an electric vehicle (EV) charging network. ECOtality I ... Continue reading
All-new 2010 Kia Forte Koup recognized as a 'Best in Show' at New York International Auto Show
NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michael Choo ( <mailto:cdore@kia.co.kr> mjc@kia.co.kr), International Communications Manager, Kia Motors Corporation, Tel: +82-2-3464-5663 All-new Kia Forte Koup recognized as a 'Best in Show' at New York International Auto Show - Newest Kia vehicle honored by prestigious automotive ... Continue reading
Mustang Celebrates 45 Years as King of the American Road
- April 17, 2009 marks the 45th anniversary of the iconic Ford Mustang - Thousands of Mustang enthusiasts from all over the world are gathering in Birmingham, Ala. to join Ford and the Mustang Club of American for a four-day celebration, including several original owners of the 19641/2 Mustang - In conjunction with the ... Continue reading
Toyota iQ Rewards Bridgestone Top Performers
The benefits of the diminutive Toyota iQ are showing business appeal as Bridgestone Tyres UK are supplying Toyota iQs as a free courtesy car to reward excellent performance among their First Stop Dealers. ... Continue reading
Jaguar XF Tops UK's Biggest Driver Satisfaction Poll
Readers of Auto Express magazine have voted the new Jaguar XF Britain's best car in the 2009 Driver Power survey. The results revealed that the XF secured the overall number one spot with drivers praising the Jaguar's combination of luxury, comfort and driving dynamics. ... Continue reading
Nissan to Release new Skyline Crossover This Summer
The all-new Skyline Crossover makes its foray into the crossover segment with a unique and distinctive design, that arrives from a fusion of a coupe with an SUV. The luxury crossover utilizes smooth, soft-to-the-touch and high-quality materials to provide an elegant and personalized interior space. ... Continue reading
For the second year running the Hyundai i30 has been a winner at the prestigious What Car? Awards in the U.K. ... Continue reading
Autostadt Reaches 2018 Visitor-Target with 18 Millionth Guest
A mere 6 weeks before its ninth birthday the Autostadt reached its initial visitor-target for the year 2018. At the opening of Volkswagen's theme park and communications platform on the 1st of June 2000, initial visitor-targets suggested that an annual figure of one million guests was to be expected. ... Continue reading
Proton Exora - A Truly Malaysian MPV
Prime Minister Dato' Sri Mohd Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak today officially launched the much anticipated Proton Exora, Malaysia’s first home-grown multipurpose vehicle. The Exora emphasises on three main feature elements - comfort, performance and safety, which were translated into the design and quality of the veh ... Continue reading
Chrysler's Response to Fiat's Comments Regarding: Unions - VIDEO ENHANCED
EDITOR'S NOTE: It looks increasingly like Chrysler is moving towards the end of their lifeline. It's especially a shame because of the announced intentions of the company, as voiced by Jim Press during his presentation at the Western Automotive Journalists meeting last September. It really sounded like Chrysler had a w ... Continue reading
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