Infiniti G37 Tops Consumer Reports' Ratings of Upscale Sports Sedans
G37 outscores competitors from Audi, Acura, and Volkswagen; Also CR rates the Toyota Venza and reports on three diesels YONKERS, N.Y., May 4 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Despite facing strong competition from three newly-designed vehicles, the updated Infiniti G37 still came out on top in Consumer Reports' tests of upsca ... Continue reading
Ener1 First Quarter 2009 Financial Results and Management Call Scheduled for May 11
NEW YORK, May 4 -- Ener1, Inc. , developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries to power the next generation of hybrid and electric vehicles, will release its first quarter results for 2009 on Monday, May 11, 2009 after the market close. Management will conduct a conference call on the same day at 5:00 p. ... Continue reading
Magna Confirms Involvement in Potential Opel Transaction
AURORA, Canada, May 4 -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.A, NYSE: MGA) today confirmed that it is in talks with Opel, General Motors and German government officials regarding potential alternatives for the future of Opel, which could include Magna taking a minority stake in Opel. There is no assurance that any transa ... Continue reading
Wonder Auto Reports Its First Quarter 2009 Financial Results
JINZHOU CITY, China, May 4 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Wonder Auto Technology, Inc. (''Wonder Auto'' or ''the Company''), a leading manufacturer of automotive electrical parts, suspension products and engine accessories in China, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009. Highl ... Continue reading
Rolls Royce Ghost Debuts on Premises of Historic Villa d'Este
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel CERNOBBIO, Italy, May 4. On the occasion of the Concorso dâEleganza Villa dâEste, Rolls-Royce brought its brand new Ghost to Italy for its first live performance. The new car, of which the name had been announced a week earlier at the Shanghai motor show ... Continue reading
First Test For Corsa Hybrid Coming Tuesday
Toole, May 4, 2009: Johnny Mowlem, here in Corsa's Zytek last year at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, will shakedown the team's Ginetta-Zytek GZ09SH on Tuesday at Silverstone. The next step toward the debut of Corsa Motorsports Ginetta-Zytek hybrid prototype comes Tuesday with a key shakedown in England. Johnny Mowlem, who ... Continue reading
HERNDON, VA May 4, 2009; Volkswagen of America, Inc. today launched its first unedited consumer blog forum called TDI Truth & Dare (http://www.tditruthanddare.com/). The blog forum will differentiate âdieselâ from âclean dieselâ and encourage active participation through two simple challenges. First ... Continue reading
Subaru of America, Inc. Announces Pricing on 2010 MY Forester
- Forester Base Price $20,295 - 2.5X Premium features a standard power driver's seat - Navigation system now comes standard with Bluetooth(R) hands-free CHERRY HILL, N.J., May 4 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced pricing on the 2010 Subaru Forester. The newly redesigned Forester - introduced last spring - hit a ... Continue reading
Autonet Mobile Named a Best Place to Work in the Bay Area by San Francisco Business Times
SAN FRANCISCO--Autonet Mobile, the worldâs first internet service provider for cars, has been named one of the âBest Places to Workâ in the Bay Area by the San Francisco Business Times. This annual award recognizes companies that provide employees with a positive workplace experience and is based on empl ... Continue reading
Chrysler Salaried Retirees Prepare to Defend Their Benefits
NEW YORK, May 4 -- The National Chrysler Retirement Organization has retained the Chicago law firm of Stahl Cowen Crowley Addis LLC to represent non-union retirees in Chrysler's bankruptcy proceedings in New York. Attorney Trent Cornell leads the team that has represented retirees in several other large bankruptcies, i ... Continue reading
Daniel Named Senior VP Sales & Marketing by Mahindra Distributor Global Vehicles
ALPHARETTA, Ga., May 4, 2009; Larry S. Daniel, with more than three decades of automotive experience - including a solid retail background - today became senior vice president for sales and marketing of Global Vehicles U.S.A., the distributor for Indian automaker Mahindra & Mahindra which is in the process of launching ... Continue reading
Majority Says the Struggles of the American Car Manufacturer Won't Impact Next Purchase
CHICAGO, May 4 -- According to a recent Cars.com survey, 59 percent of consumers said that the current economy and struggles of the American car manufacturers will have no impact on whether or not their next car purchase will be an American car. The survey, which was intended to gauge how the economy and various govern ... Continue reading
Fiat Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne's Vision
Milan May 4, 2009; Reuters reported that Fiat Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne is trying to put together an automotive empire that combines the Italian group's core car business with the European operations of General Motors. Including Fiat's planned takeover of U.S. car maker Chrysler , the combined group would be th ... Continue reading
International Automobile Dealers Announce Monthly Sales
May U.S. Auto Sales, Anticipated Spring Boost Fails to Materialize ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 4 The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) today released April 2009 sales figures for the international automobile industry. AIADA represents over 11,000 international franchises, which so far this year acc ... Continue reading
Buying Habits Are the Latest Automotive Import
Washington DC May 4, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported that the Los Angeles Times reports that tighter credit, depleted retirement savings, and environmental concerns are among the forces reshaping the U.S. auto market into something that looks more like Europe and the rest of the worldâwhere people buy smaller, ... Continue reading
BlueEFFICIENCY and BlueTEC technologies, efficient engines, even more attractive appointments, all-new body elements and an upgraded interior will make the Mercedes-Benz GL even more appealing. In its new model year, the world's top-class luxury SUV will consume up to 8 percent less fuel (preliminary value) and be even ... Continue reading
FORT SMITH, Ark., May 4 -- Baldor Electric Company markets, designs and manufactures industrial electric motors, mechanical power transmission products, drives and generators. Baldor made the following report today after the recent Shareholders' and Board of Director meetings. Annual Shareholders' Meeting Highlights .. ... Continue reading
Fiat may buy GM's China operations beyond Opel
Fiat may buy GM's China operations beyond Opel http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1010309/Fiat-may-buy-GM-s-China-op erati ons-beyond-Opel.html Shanghai, May 4 (Gasgoo.com) Italian automaker Fiat Group SpA may seek to buy GM's operations in China and Russia besides its Germany-based Opel, the Bloomberg reported Monda ... Continue reading
Chrysler Has Business as usual in China
Chrysler has "business as usual" in China http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1010305/Chrysler-has-business-as-u sual- in-China.html Shanghai, May 4 (Gasgoo.com) After its bankruptcy filing and future alliance with the Italian automaker Fiat S.p.A. Chrysler's international subsidiaries are not part of the Chapter 11 f ... Continue reading
China imports 65,000 cars in Q1, down 37%
China imports 65,000 cars in Q1, down 37% http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1010304/China-imports-65-000-cars- in-Q1 -down-37.html Shanghai, May 4 (Gasgoo.com) In the first quarter of 2009, China imported 65,000 vehicles, down 37% from a year earlier, xinhuanet.com reported today. As China's auto market is recoverin ... Continue reading
Brawn GP - Preview - Spanish Grand Prix Barcelona
PREVIEW The Spanish Grand Prix, Round Five of the 2009 FIA Formula One World Championship, marks the start of Formula One's European season and the first of nine races to be held on the continent between the months of May and September. Located just outside the vibrant city of Barcelona, the Circuit de Catalunya has ho ... Continue reading
Coughlin does it again with big win in St. Louis
ST. LOUIS, My 4, 2009: It's becoming a familiar scenario. Four-time and defending Pro Stock world champion Jeg Coughlin Jr. comes to an NHRA national drag race and takes home the trophy even though his JEGS.com Chevrolet Cobalt isn't the quickest or fastest car on the property. The current Full Throttle point leader di ... Continue reading
Angelelli, Frisselle Battle Wet, Cold Conditions En Route to Runner-Up Spot
Millville, May 4, 2009: Despite cold temperatures and extremely wet conditions, Max Angelelli and Brian Frisselle delivered a solid runner-up finish for SunTrust Racing in Sundayâs Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series Verizon Wireless 250 at New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP) in Millville. Nic Jonsson and Ricardo Zont ... Continue reading
MILLVILLE, May 3, 2009: GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing and drivers Alex Gurney and Jon Fogarty overcame heavy rain, a flat tire, a foggy windshield and a wave-by that wasnât to finish sixth in Sundayâs Verizon Wireless 250 on Thunderbolt Raceway at New Jersey Motorsports Park. An all-day rain shower caused some ... Continue reading
Event Record Collected for Hunger Task Force of Wisconsin
West Allis, May 3, 2009: On a picture-perfect afternoon, there was a great turnout at The Milwaukee Mile for the famed speedwayâs annual âDrive The Mileâ event, which allowed passenger vehicles ranging from motorcyles to minivans to large dump trucks, to take moderated laps around Americaâs Legendar ... Continue reading
Reigning champ Rossi returns to top of points after first victory of season
INDIANAPOLIS, May 3, 2009 â Six-time MotoGP World Champion Valentino Rossi needed to pass all three of his main rivals to earn a hard-fought victory May 3 in the Spanish Grand Prix, also seizing the lead in series points. Rossiâs Yamaha ended up 2.7 seconds ahead of Spanish rival Dani Pedrosaâs Honda bef ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation to Sell Geesink Norba Group to Platinum Equity
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement with the U.S.-based investment firm Platinum Equity to sell the Geesink Norba Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Oshkosh based in Emmeloord, The Netherlands. Oshkosh will retain ownership of its Romanian facility that supplies ... Continue reading
CONCORD, Ontario--Environmental Solutions Worldwide Inc. (OTCBB: ESWW) (Frankfurt Stock Exchange FWB: EOW) announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary ESW Canada Inc. (ESWC) received notification from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) that the Companyâs ThermaCat⢠Active Level III Plus catalyst s ... Continue reading
Northwest Federal Credit Union holds on-site car show, generates $221,000 in auto loans
Attached for your consideration is a press release regarding NWFCU's on-site car show featuring 13 car dealerships and nearly 100 vehicles. The Credit Union generated $221,000 in auto loans during the 4-hour show. Karen Avery Communications Specialist Northwest Federal Credit Union Mail: 200 Spring Street, Herndon, VA ... Continue reading
Myers Industries Reviewing Strategic Options for Automotive and Custom Segment Businesses
AKRON, Ohio--Myers Industries, Inc. today announced that it is reviewing strategic options to better align certain businesses in its Automotive and Custom Segment with the Companyâs long-term performance and growth strategies. The Company said that a wide range of options are under consideration, from further inte ... Continue reading
VINtek Achieves Record Growth, Profits in First Quarter Despite Auto Industry Decline
PHILADELPHIA--VINtek, a provider of automotive collateral management services and direct auto finance solutions for banks, credit unions and other automotive finance lenders, announced that in the first quarter of 2009 it experienced a revenue increase of 183 percent over the first quarter of 2008. VINtek currently has ... Continue reading
AAA Washington and Azigo Launch New Discount Reminder Software
NEEDHAM, Mass.--AAA Washington, the leading membership organization in Washington and northern Idaho, has partnered with Azigo, a leader in user-centric technologies, to help its members save money using AAAâs industry-leading discount program. Today, AAA Washington and Azigo launched âAAA Discount Reminders, ... Continue reading
Volkswagen's Latest Campaign Launches Today; 'Meet The Volkswagens' Puts Competition in the Hot Seat
New 'BUS' Character Voiced by Thomas Haden Church Discusses Fuel Efficiency, Safety and Low Cost of Ownership with Neighbors HERNDON, Va., May 4 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today kicks off the latest installment of its DAS AUTO brand campaign, this time with a collection of 30-second TV spots entitled "Meet the Volk ... Continue reading
China Automotive Systems To Announce 2009 First Quarter Financial Results on May 12
Teleconference to be held at 8:00 A.M. EDT WUHAN, China, May 4 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- China Automotive Systems, Inc. , a leading power steering components and systems supplier in China, today announced that it will issue financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009 on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 before the stoc ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 4 -- Federal-Mogul Corporation today announced that the Company's first quarter 2009 financial results conference call and audio Web cast will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 10:00 a.m., EDT. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081002/FEDERALMOGULLOGO ) To participate in the call: Dom ... Continue reading
Best Western International and AAA Turn Back Time on One Family's Summer Road Trip
Sweepstakes offers families chance to win a weeklong vacation across North America PHOENIX, May 4 -- Best Western International, the World's Largest Hotel Chain(R), and AAA are offering one family the chance to find out how road trips have changed during the last 60 years by giving away a weeklong summer trip. The "Ret ... Continue reading
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call
NEW YORK, May 4 -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. , an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, is scheduled to report its earnings for the three months ending March 31, 2009 on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 before the opening of the stock market. Standard Motor Products, Inc. will hold a conference call at 1 ... Continue reading
Bosch Activated Carbon Cabin Filters Offer Greater Health Protection, Security and Comfort
The arrival of the first pollen in the air will lead to streaming eyes and sneezing fits among allergy sufferers. A sneezing fit when driving is not just unpleasant, it is also dangerous. The innate reflex causes drivers to close their eyes whilst driving and at a speed of 80 km/h, this could mean that a distance of ap ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, May 4 -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. , an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, today announced the results of its offer to exchange its 15% Convertible Subordinated Debentures due 2011 ("New Debentures") for a like principal amount of its outstanding 6 3/4% Convertible Subordinated Deb ... Continue reading
JDA Software Highlights Supply Chain Opportunities for Fleet Owners
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--According to the National Private Truck Council (NPTC), private fleets account for more than half of the entire trucking industry, ranging in size from over 50,000 vehicles to just a few vehicles. The number of private fleets in operation continues to grow as companies realize the advantage of â ... Continue reading
2010 Kia Soul Recognized by Texas Auto Writers Association as 'Best Value'
Urban Passenger Vehicle Highly Regarded in 2009 Spring Challenge Writer's Choice Awards - All-new Kia honored by Texas-based automotive media association - Soul named to annual awards list chosen specifically by journalists IRVINE, Calif., May 4 -- Kia Motors America, Inc. (KMA) today announced the 2010 Kia Soul urban ... Continue reading
BOSTON, May 4 -- Since these five steps reduce the compression ratio to 5 to 1 and enlarge the expansion ratio to 15 to 1 without a loss of torque, these fuel saving modifications are equally applicable to both newer and older design engines. The values given here are for a 2 liter 4 cylinder engine. Other engines woul ... Continue reading
Annual motorcycle industry benchmarking study measures how each brand's dealerships treat motorcycle shoppers PACIFIC GROVE, Calif., May 4 -- Ducati dealerships ranked highest in the newly released 2009 Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index(R) (PSI) U.S. Motorcycle Industry Study, one of a series of annual benchmarkin ... Continue reading
GEICO Helps Girl Scouts Earn Road Safety Patch
WASHINGTON--There was laughter and leadership, but most importantly there was learning for D.C. area Girl Scouts during the first-ever GEICO DASHBoard patch event held recently at GEICO headquarters. The all-day event, sponsored by the Girl Scout Council of the Nationâs Capital and GEICO, brought together close to ... Continue reading
In its controversial test, Touring Club Schweiz (TCS), the Swiss Touring Club, took a closer look at the driving performance of summer, all-season and winter tyres. The conclusion? ... Continue reading
The Ibiza Ecomotive Sets A World Fuel-Saving Record of 2.9 L/100 Km
The SEAT Ibiza ECOMOTIVE is undisputedly the most ecological vehicle in its segment after proving its driving efficiency by covering no less than a distance of 1,562 km on a single tank of fuel, resulting in an average consumption figure of 2.9 l/100 km. This incredible feat was carried out magnificently by Austrian Ge ... Continue reading
Fiat Shaking Up European Car Industry
BERLIN/MILAN May 4, 2009; Madeline Chambers and Gilles Castonguay writing for Reuters reported that a radical overhaul of the car industry moved a step closer on Monday as Fiat's CEO prepared to pitch a bid for Opel to Germany's leaders as part of a planned takeover of General Motors' (GM - News) European assets. As de ... Continue reading
Honda - the world's biggest engine manufacturer - will showcase over 70 products from its huge range at this month's Agfest in Launceston from May 7-9. ... Continue reading
Arden Wins Auto Bild 4x4 Award
The readers made their choice, the 2009 Auto Bild 4x4 Tuning Award goes to the Arden Automobilbau GmbH. "It was possible for us to receive the award this year, because of our long lasting experience in upgrading Range Rover vehicles. This is a special pleasure since the award shows that we met the taste of the audience ... Continue reading
2009 SAE International Congress
2009 SAE WORLD CONGRESS IN DETROIT One Measure of the Automobile Industry By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau There was a time, not many years ago, that the SAE show, held every spring in the Motor City, was a huge, lively, splashy event. Not anymore. Now itâs almost painfully subdued. No more big, ex ... Continue reading
Chrysler: Reshuffle the Corporate Capital Structure?
Chrysler: Reshuffle the Corporate Capital Structure, I just caught up with the Chrysler story today. What I found out shocked me, for the implications could be mind boggling. Here are some key facts I've gathered that are relevant to what I'm about to say. If you think I got any of them wrong, correction is appreciated ... Continue reading
Fiat Confirms Talks for GM's Opel, To Create Single Company Including Chrysler
Fiat Group SpA confirmed Sunday that it is in talks to buy most of General Motors Corp.'s European operations, taking another step toward creating a global automotive powerhouse. Fiat also said it is evaluating the possible spinoff of its auto business to form the core of a new company. Fiat Group Automobiles includes ... Continue reading
Kia Soul awarded to FIFA Interactive World Cup tournament winner in Spain
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 Kia Soul awarded to FIFA Interactive World Cup tournament winner in Spain - Gen-Y online gamers from 52 countries compete to win Kia Soul - Kia M ... Continue reading
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