Jay Leno to Introduce All-New Jaguar XJ on July 9 - VIDEO ENHANCED
LONDON - July 8, 2009: The new XJ will make its public debut on July 9 at an exclusive event at the Saatchi Gallery in London. One of the world's best-known chat show hosts and a renowned car enthusiast, Jay Leno, will join Mike O'Driscoll, Managing Director, Jaguar Cars, to unveil the all-new luxury saloon. The live u ... Continue reading
Affinia Files Suit Over Brake Safety Concerns
Lawsuit targets false advertising in aftermarket auto parts industry ANN ARBOR, Mich., July 8 -- Affinia Group Inc., a leader in the aftermarket automotive parts industry, today filed suit against one of its competitors for competing unfairly by falsely advertising the quality of certain of its brake rotors for cars an ... Continue reading
“Cash for Clunkers” Launched Locally at Gee Automotive
SPOKANE, Wash.--On June 24, President Obama signed the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) into law, a new program that will provide consumers rebates of 3,500 – 4,500 USD when they purchase a new, more fuel efficient car or truck than they own today from a participating dealer. There will be a limit of 250,000 automo ... Continue reading
BOCA RATON, Fla., July 8 -- CityTwist (www.citytwist.com), the leader in geo-targeted email marketing, proudly announced that they have formed a partnership with Aspen Marketing Services, the largest privately-held marketing services agency in the United States, to provide geo-targeted email advertising campaigns for i ... Continue reading
FW: Kurt Johnson/ACDelco Racing Pre-Event/NHRA Denver
From: Jeff Romack Sent: Wednesday, July 08, 2009 1:50 PM To: Jeff Romack Subject: Kurt Johnson/ACDelco Racing Pre-Event/NHRA Denver [cid:image001.jpg@01C9FFD1.2CF48580] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jeff Romack ACDelco Racing Communications Office: 317.843.5447 Cell: 317.698.1016 jeff.romack@pmgincorporated.com<mailto ... Continue reading
iPhone 3G S Mounts Easily in Your Vehicle with a Variety of iPhone Holders from ProClip USA Inc.
CHICAGO--ProClip USA, Inc. today announced a variety of device holders designed to securely mount the iPhone 3G S to car, truck and SUV dashboards and consoles. These holders, designed and manufactured by Brodit AB in Sweden, are custom made and attach to vehicle specific ProClip dashboard mounts. Once this two part so ... Continue reading
J.D. Power and Associates to Release 2009 APEAL Study Results July 16
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., July 8 -- J.D. Power and Associates will announce the results of the 2009 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study at 8 a.m. EDT Thursday, July 16. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050527/LAF028LOGO-a) APEAL identifies what consumers like and dislike about their n ... Continue reading
Michelin Development to Provide Loans to Disadvantaged Upstate Businesses
Program set to launch on Sept. 1 GREENVILLE, S.C., July 8 -- Michelin North America today announced a new development program to provide loans to new and existing disadvantaged small- and medium-sized businesses located in the Upstate of South Carolina. Michelin will provide the initial funding amount of $1 million for ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ and Trimble Expand Relationship Globally
Agreement Includes NAVTEQ(R) Maps for 77 Countries, NAVTEQ Entry Map, NAVTEQ Transport(TM) and NAVTEQ Traffic(TM) CHICAGO, July 8 -- NAVTEQ, the leading global provider of digital map, traffic and location data for in-vehicle, portable, wireless and enterprise solutions, today announced that Trimble , a leading provide ... Continue reading
Patrick Sheltra Looks To Resurrect Season At Iowa
Patrick Sheltra Looks To Resurrect Season At Iowa “Sheltra Motorsports To Also Pay Tribute To Matt Hawkins In Prairie Meadows 200�?? NEWTON, Iowa (July 8, 2009) - - It’s not a secret that Patrick Sheltra and his Sheltra Motorsports team have suffered disappointment in the last two ARCA RE/MAX Series e ... Continue reading
Pricelock Names Jim Lodestro VP, Worldwide Sales and Business Development
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., July 8 -- Pricelock, Inc., the company that combines patented technology and commodities expertise to bring price predictability to the volatile $700 billion retail fuel market, today announced that it has appointed Jim Lodestro to the position of Vice President, Worldwide Sales and Business Devel ... Continue reading
Rookie contender Hagan will see "red" in Denver
(EDITORS: Attached is a rendering of the new red design on the shelor.com Dodge Funny Car that will compete in this weekend¹s Mopar Mile-High Nationals) DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 13 of 24 Mopar Mile-High Nationals Bandimere Speedway Morrison, Colo. July 10-12, 2009 FOR IMME ... Continue reading
Stay safe with Stellar BMW Security Systems!
The ultimate BMW security system! Stellar's new BMWVTXR alarm plugs into your 1992-2002 BMW's factory port to protect your 'ultimate' investment. The BMWVTXR offers complete security with the convenience of Remote Keyless Entry, Remote Start, Secure Code Transmissions, Remote Windows & Convertible Top, and Vehicle Secu ... Continue reading
Strategy Analytics: European Automotive Vendors React to the Recession
BOSTON--The Strategy Analytics analysis of leading automotive electronics vendors in its recent report, “European Automotive Vendor Profiles,” shows the first effects of the credit crunch on business activity and strategies in the European auto industry. While financial results have been resilient for most of 2008, ... Continue reading
Swing sweeper in '97, McClenathan set for drive on "the mountain"
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 13 of 24 Mopar Mile-High Nationals Bandimere Speedway Morrison, Colo. July 10-12, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net WESTERN SWING SWEEPER IN '97, MCCLENATHAN SET FOR DRIVE ON 'T ... Continue reading
Accuride and Lenders Sign Temporary Waiver Agreement
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Today, Accuride Corporation (OTCBB: AURD) announced a temporary waiver agreement reached with the lenders party to its Fourth Amended and Restated Credit Agreement. The temporary waiver, which addresses any failure to comply with certain financial covenants specified in the Credit Agreement, continues ... Continue reading
Alcoa Second Quarter 2009 Results – Solid Cash Performance
NEW YORK--Alcoa today announced it generated cash from operations in the second quarter of 2009 of $328 million, a $599 million improvement from the first quarter. This improvement was driven by the Company’s wide-ranging financial and operational initiatives to reduce costs, increase cash, and strengthen its balance ... Continue reading
JOHN FORCE RACING TO SUPPORT BOGART FOUNDATION STARTING IN DENVER
 Photos of Bogart Foundation decal will be available and distributed electronically from Mile High NHRA Nationals JOHN FORCE RACING TO SUPPORT BOGART FOUNDATION STARTING IN DENVERYORBA LINDA, CA (July 8, 2009) --- Beginning with the 30th annual MOPAR Mile High NHRA Nationals in Denver, John Force Racing will be suppo ... Continue reading
Koch and GGRT 7th in Irwindale
RACE REPORT - GOLDEN GATE RACING TEAM, SAN FRANCISCO, CA. A RICHARD CHILDRESS RACING DRIVER DEVELOPMENT TEAM FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, JULY 7 , 2009 TEAM WEBSITE/CONTACT: Jim Offenbach, www.goldengateracingteam.com GGRT MEDIA CONTACT: Bill Sullivan,  sullivanimages@sbcglobal.net  Koch and Golden Gate Racing team bring ... Continue reading
Panamera North American Debut_RMonterey Historic Automobile Races
You are receiving this release courtesy of General Racing and the Rolex Monterey Historic Automobile Races. High resolution photo available. CONTACT: Barby MacGowan, Barby.MacGowan@mediapronewport.com, Media Pro Int'l for General Racing, Ltd., +1 (401) 849-0220. Crest-Logo Contact: Bernd Harling Tony Fouladpour General ... Continue reading
PRESS RELEASE | Ferrari F430 "CALAVERA" by Unique Sportcars & Novitec Rosso
To whom it my concern, enclosed we send you our latest press release with the kind request of publication in your medium. The Ferrari F430 "Calavera" was build in exclusive cooperation of Unique Sportcars and Novitec Rosso. We very much hope that we have caught your attention with our press release. Thank you very much ... Continue reading
RMonterey Historics_Entrants "Revving to Go"_Four 917Ks to Race
High resolution photo available Caption: Four Porsche 917Ks will take to the track at this year's Rolex Monterey Historic Automobile Races. Three of those are re-uniting from the Gulf Wyer Team, including this one (shown) entered and driven by Chris MacAllister (Indianapolis, Ind.). Credit RolexMHAR/Kyle Burt ROLEX36th ... Continue reading
7.8BYD Auto H1 sales up 176% to 176,795 cars
BYD Auto H1 sales up 176% to 176,795 cars http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011223/BYD-Auto-H1-sales-up-176-t o-176 -795-cars.html Shanghai, July 8 (Gasgoo.com) BYD Auto sold 176,795 vehicles in the first half of this year, a rapid increase of 176% from a year earlier, reported Shanghai Securities News, citing the ... Continue reading
7.8FAW-VW H1 sales grow 21% y/y to 320,000 units
FAW-VW H1 sales grow 21% y/y to 320,000 units http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011228/FAW-VW-H1-sales-grow-21-y- y-to- 320-000-units.html Shanghai, July 8 (Gasgoo.com) FAW-VW, a joint venture between FAW Group and Volkswagen AG, said its sales in the first six months grew by 21% year on year to 320,000 units, lead ... Continue reading
7.8Rioters burn 261 vehicles in Xinjiang Urumqi
Rioters burn 261 vehicles in Xinjiang Urumqi http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011226/Rioters-burn-261-vehicles- in-Xi njiang-Urumqi.html Shanghai, July 8 (Gasgoo.com) The riot on Sunday (July 5) in Urumqi, capital of China's westernmost province - Xinjiang Uyghur autonomous region - left at least 156 dead and over ... Continue reading
STOCKHOLM--Regulatory News: Volvo (STO:VOLVA)(STO:VOLVB): Volvo Powertrain has signed an agreement with the white collar unions in Göteborg and Malmö regarding work time and income reduction. By that, work time reduction for white collars can be applied in all Volvo Powertrain operations in Sweden. Since earlier, Vol ... Continue reading
Autoliv Selects Schreiner ProTech's Noise-Control Labeling Solution for Seat Belt System
Schreiner ProTech Receives Preferred Supplier Award, Providing Autoliv with Unique Noise-Reducing Covers for Seat Belt Buckles SOUTHFIELD, Mich., July 8 -- Schreiner ProTech today announced that Autoliv, the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, has selected Schreiner ProTech's new noise-control labeling syste ... Continue reading
Concur and Sixt Partner to Provide Direct Connect to Car Rental Inventory
Concur clients now enjoy premier access to Sixt service across Europe REDMOND, Wash., July 8 -- Concur , the world's leading provider of on-demand Employee Spend Management services, today announced that Concur clients can now access car rental inventory from Sixt AG, a leading European car rental company and global pr ... Continue reading
Cycle Country Announces Postponement of Its Annual Shareholders’ Meeting
SPENCER, Iowa--Cycle Country Accessories Corporation (AMEX:ATC), announced today that it is postponing its 2009 Annual Meeting which was scheduled for July 29, 2009. Previously, the company announced that it had made a change in its Auditing firm to a larger, full-service firm. (Please see SEC Form 8-K dated Wednesday ... Continue reading
InstallerNet to Acquire Mobile Enhancement Retailers Association (MERA)
Enhancing services to retailers and adding 2,000 members NORTH ANDOVER, Mass., July 8 -- InstallerNet, a Boston-based company that coordinates installation of consumer electronics through the largest network of independently owned mobile and home electronics installers in the United States, has offered to acquire the M ... Continue reading
OmniVision Delivers True High-Definition Video to Automotive Market
New OV9715 high-performance video camera provides superior image quality for wide field of view vision applications SANTA CLARA, Calif., July 8 -- OmniVision Technologies, Inc. , a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today introduced its latest 1-megapixel image sensor specifically tailored for adv ... Continue reading
Points leader John Coughlin charges into Stanton (NHRA/JEGS)
Points leader John Coughlin charges into Stanton STANTON, Mich. (July 8) – Coming off a win at the most recent event at Route 66 Raceway, John Coughlin is still riding high as he returns to action at this weekend’s North Central Division Lucas Oil Series event at the Mid-Michigan Motorplex in Stanton, Mic ... Continue reading
Small town is race city for Forni Classic PR
PRESS RELEASE PLACERVILLE SPEEDWAY , PLACERVILLE , CA . FROM THE OFFICE OF HANDY RACING PROMOTIONS INC. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2009 MEDIA CONTACT: BILL SULLIVAN: sullivanimages@sbcglobal.net            Race car displays throughout Placerville will prelude Forni Classic  Carls ... Continue reading
BOULDER, Colo.--Major automakers are preparing to launch the first models in a new generation of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in 2010, the development of which has been aided by a mix of consumer demand for fuel efficient cars and considerable government incentives. According to a new report from Pike Resea ... Continue reading
Quantum Signs $10.2 Million Phase III Development Contract With Fisker Automotive
IRVINE, CA - July 8, 2009: Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. today announced that it has signed a $10.2 Million contract for Phase III development of plug-in hybrid powertrains for Fisker automobiles. This contract will enable Quantum to manage production validation of the Q-Drive plug-in hybrid system ... Continue reading
Another Turn: A Work In Progress
Braselton, July 8, 2009: Rome wasnât built in a day, as the saying goes; nor does success fall into the laps of most new race programs. Itâs the very nature of things for start-up race programs to face a steep learning curve, one made all the more challenging by the fact that there are usually some very worth ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Tiguan Earns IIHS 5-Star Crash Test Rating
HERNDON, Va. July 8, 2009; Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today the 2009 Tiguan has earned a 5-star crash test rating from the government's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). NCAP is part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which is affiliated with the U.S. Department of Transportation ... Continue reading
Points leader John Coughlin charges into Stanton
STANTON, July 8, 2009: Coming off a win at the most recent event at Route 66 Raceway, John Coughlin is still riding high as he returns to action at this weekendâs North Central Division Lucas Oil Series event at the Mid-Michigan Motorplex in Stanton, Mich. Coughlin, the current points leader in the Spitzer Race Ca ... Continue reading
Stewart's Team Claims Tissot Pit Crew Award in Daytona
Daytona, July 7, 2009: Tony Stewartâs crew won the Tissot Pit Road Precision Award in Saturday nightâs (July 4) NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Daytona International Speedway. The fast pit stops by the No. 14 crew helped Stewart win the 160-lap, 400-mile race. Stewartâs Chevy Impala SS spent the least amount o ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS July 8, 2009: Expecting the best and accepting nothing less is a motto that only a few can live by. Reaching the top and staying on top are quite different for many reasons, including learning to deal with the perks of being a champion. Benefits like having a bulls-eye right square on his back and knowing ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS July 7, 2009: When you circle dirt tracks on a nightly basis, you are bound to get a little dirty. World of Outlaws (WoO) star Kraig Kinser has had his fair share of mud slung his way since getting behind the wheel of a Sprint car as a teenager. The slinging continues this week with three nights of action ... Continue reading
Vauxhall Insignia VXR Hits Market After 10,000km Sign Off at Nürburgring
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 appears in UK showrooms this September, priced from £30,995.00. ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Bucks Trend in Western Europe
With sales up in Western Europe and down in line with reduced markets in Central and Eastern Europe, Chevrolet held its position with a stable share of 2.2 percent of the total European market in the first six months of 2009. Total sales reached 214,520 versus 269,319 in the January to June period a year earlier. ... Continue reading
Honda Offers a Trip to Japan and Ride in the Civic Type R 'Mugen'
Honda (UK) is giving one lucky winner exclusive access to the 'ultimate' Honda Civic Type R Mugen Concept as it enters the final stage of development in Japan. ... Continue reading
Fiat Panda 4x4 Adventure: A Fearless New Off-Roader
The Fiat Panda 4x4 Adventure, a brand new special series that brings new meaning to the famous slogan "The car that does what you think", has today been launched in Italy and will subsequently arrive in the rest of Europe. The original version is for those at one with nature, with a love of outdoor activities, but also ... Continue reading
In June, Mercedes-Benz Cars sold 111,300 Mercedes-Benz, AMG, smart, and Maybach brand vehicles (June 2008: 119,300) worldwide (minus seven percent). Despite ongoing market difficulties, a total of 100,300 Mercedes-Benz brand vehicles were delivered to customers worldwide in June (June 2008: 106,000; minus five percent) ... Continue reading
BMW Group Delivers 127,546 Vehicles in June
The BMW Group delivered 127,546 (prev.yr. 146,136) BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce brand automobiles to customers in June, in market conditions that remain difficult. This gave the company its highest monthly sales figures so far this year. The sales decrease of -12.7% was again much smaller than in previous months. The BMW ... Continue reading
Global Sales Increase in June - Western Europe's Strongest Premium Brand In First Half of Year
With around 91,200 cars, AUDI AG increased its global sales by 1.3 percent last month, compared to June 2008 (2008: 90,025). Over the first six months the brand narrowed the gap to the previous year's record sales to minus 9.7 percent, with around 466,000 vehicles delivered (2008: 516,219). The main driving forces behi ... Continue reading
Audi Design Grand Piano: Inspired by Jazz
Jazz and Audi simply belong together. Jazz captivates large audiences: since 2001, more than 37,000 people have attended some 270 jazz concerts at the Audi Forum Ingolstadt. The Ray Brown Trio, Paul Kuhn and Freddy Hubbard are just a few of the performers that have appeared there. As a further sign of its close links w ... Continue reading
James Morrison Sings Qubo's Praises at Special Concert
International singer/songwriter, James Morrison, fulfilled his promise to perform live at a special concert this week, designed to promote the new Fiat Qubo. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Offers Coupe Style For Supermini Money
Fancy cutting a dash at a cut price this summer? Hyundai is offering a massive £5,035 off the price of the iconic Coupe, bringing its style within the reach of supermini buyers for the first time. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Launches LPG-Electric Hybrid in South Korea
SEOUL, July 8, 2009; Cheon Jong-woo writing for Reuters reported that Hyundai Motor Co (005380.KS), South Korea's top carmaker, on Wednesday launched its first hybrid car in the domestic market to satisfy a growing appetite for fuel-saving vehicles and to improve the image of the company's technology. Hyundai, the worl ... Continue reading
Maserati GB Presents Boyle39 Limited Edition Polo Shirt
To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Indianapolis 500 victory of the Maserati 8CTF number 2 car driven by Wilbur Shaw, Maserati is proud to present the new Boyle39 polo shirt. ... Continue reading
British drivers only concentrate for two thirds of their time behind the wheel, according to a new study commissioned by Continental Tyres. Six in 10 people also admit to "zoning out" whilst behind the wheel with a massive 59 per cent of drivers finding they forget parts of their journey. And over half (51 per cent) sw ... Continue reading
Car Owners Protecting Their Investments With Money-Saving Seasonal Maintenance
CHICAGO, July 8 -- Many drivers don't realize that summer's heat can be as hard on a car as winter's cold. When temperatures are extreme, parts can become brittle and crack, fluids can quickly break down, and tire pressure can drop. All of these compromise safety and lessen gasoline mileage. "Seasonal auto maintenance ... Continue reading
Fifth Annual 'Allstate America's Best Drivers Report' Reveals Which Cities Have the Safest Drivers
Allstate Rewards 'America's Most Improved Driving City' with Free Gas NORTHBROOK, Ill., July 8 -- The Allstate Insurance Company today released its fifth annual "Allstate America's Best Drivers Report(TM)." The report ranks America's 200 largest cities in terms of car collision frequency to identify which cities have t ... Continue reading
2010 BMW X6 M: Three Premieres - VIDEO ENHANCED
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel Amsterdam Bureau ATLANTA, July 7, 2009; For the first time in the history of BMW M-models, there will be M-variants of cars with xDrive all wheel drive. Another first is the use of turbo engine in an M-car. The third premiere is for us: being one of the very first ... Continue reading
3M Takes a "Giant Step" to Secure Road Safety 'Business Champion' Status
Diversified technology company 3M played its part in helping astronaut Neil Armstrong become the first man to walk on the moon and 40 years later the organisation is in the vanguard of promoting occupational road safety. ... Continue reading
Bentley Motors today celebrates its 90th anniversary and confirms that its all-new Bentley will be revealed - and named - in August at the Pebble Beach Concours D' Elegance in Monterey, California where the company is a featured marque. ... Continue reading
The new Mercedes-Benz Folding Bike - Perfectly Proportioned for Urban Commuting
Mercedes-Benz UK has just taken delivery of its most compact, sustainable and lightweight urban runabout yet - the Mercedes-Benz Folding Bike. Available now from all Mercedes-Benz Retailers in "Silver Arrows" silver or cool icy white, it's an intelligent way to get about town when you choose not to drive. ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire Officially Rolls Out Greater Fuel Efficiency Tire
Tire Fitments Cover a Variety of Hybrid Vehicle Makes to Meet Consumer Demand FINDLAY, Ohio, July 7 -- COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY announced today that to meet consumer demand for greater vehicle fuel efficiency, it has added its first low-rolling resistance tire line - the Cooper GFE (Greater Fuel Efficiency) - to it ... Continue reading
West Coast Bank Sponsors the 24th Annual Flashback Cruz on July 31-August 1 in Bend, Oregon
Event Will Highlight Classic Cars, Entertainment and a Street Dance BEND, Ore., July 7 -- West Coast Bank will sponsor the 24th Annual Flashback Cruz at Drake Park in Bend, Oregon July 31-August 1. All makes and models of vehicles 1974 and older are welcome at the event that also features free entertainment, a Fun Cruz ... Continue reading
EPA News Release: Statement of Lisa P. Jackson to Congress
July 7, 2009 * Statement of Lisa P. Jackson Administrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ** **Hearing on Energy and Climate Legislation Committee on Environment and Public Works ** **U.S.** Senate ** **July 7, 2009** **WASHINGTON** - *Chairman Boxer, Ranking Minority Member Inhofe, and members of the Committee, ... Continue reading
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