Tesla Owner Makes Greenwich Greener
GREENWICH, Conn.--Connecticut real estate agent Ken Edwards was inside the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001 â an experience that made him reevaluate his buying decisions in light of national security concerns. Edwards took delivery of an all-electric Tesla Roadster in July, when leading electric vehicle manufa ... Continue reading
The winner of the 6th Annual Design Challenge will be announced Dec. 3rd at the LA Auto Show LOS ANGELES, Nov. 4 -- As timeless as hanging out at the mall, automobiles have played an important role in young people's social lives, have acted as a means of self-expression and more importantly a necessary tool for interac ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson Motor Company Gears Up With Davie Brown Entertainment
Leading Entertainment Marketing Consultancy to Represent Harley-Davidson Motor Company as Product Placement Agency of Record LOS ANGELES, Nov. 4 -- Davie Brown Entertainment, leading entertainment marketing consultancy, announced today that it has been retained by legendary lifestyle brand, Harley-Davidson Motor Compan ... Continue reading
VW Jetta TDI Cup 'Street' Edition Racing Into Dealer Showrooms Soon
HERNDON, Va., Nov. 4 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced the Jetta TDI Cup "Street" Edition will be available in dealer showrooms January 2010. The concept debuted in Las Vegas during the 2008 SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show. Following the SEMA show the concept was displayed at TDI Cup rac ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Unveils U.S. Motorsports Program
Kia Motors America unveils U.S. motorsports program - Forte Koup will enter GRAND-AM KONI Sports Car Challenge Series Street Tuner (ST) Class - Kia Motors and Kinetic Group team up to build and campaign race cars for the automakerâs first-ever auto racing efforts on U.S. soil - Decorated drivers Nic Jönsson and ... Continue reading
Toyota Pulls Out of Formula One Leaving No Japanese Team
TOKYO November 4, 2009; Alastair Himmer writing for Reuters reported that Toyota Motor withdrew from Formula One on Wednesday, leaving Japan without a team in motorsport's premier series. Company president Akio Toyoda apologized for the team's failure to record a single race victory since joining F1 in 2002 despite an ... Continue reading
Coughlin Turns Attention To Season-ending NHRA Finals
LAS VEGAS, November 3, 2009: After a big first-round holeshot win over veteran Allen Johnson, reigning Pro Stock champion Jeg Coughlin Jr. suffered a second-round loss at the hands of former teammate Ron Krisher Sunday afternoon to end his run at the ninth annual Las Vegas NHRA Nationals. Coughlin looked sharp against ... Continue reading
Major Renovations & Lower Ticket Prices Coming To Talladega Superspeedway In 2010
TALLADEGA,November 3, 2009: Immediately following the Nov.1 AMP Energy 500, construction crews will descend on Talladega Superspeedway and begin work on a two-phase $13-million grandstand renovation project. More than half of the stadiumâs grandstand will be replaced with larger seats and wider aisles in time for ... Continue reading
'Young Driver of the Year' Presented With New Peugeot 107
The winner of the third 'Coventry and Warwickshire Young Driver of the Year' competition has been announced. ... Continue reading
Renault and Biotherm Present Zoe Z.E.: The First 100% Electric 'Spa' Concept Car - VIDEO ENHANCED
PARIS - November 4, 2009: Biotherm, the skin care company in LOréals Luxury Products division, has joined forces with Renault to develop an all-new 100% electric âspaâ concept car, ZOE Z.E. Aimed at people making daily local trips and looking for a car that brings them health and wellbeing, ZOE Z.E. conc ... Continue reading
'Ferrari 599 China' Auctioned In Beijing For 1.2 Million Euro
The unique Ferrari 599 China was won tonight by an anonymous client from Shanghai at the final price of about 1.2 million euro (including taxes). ... Continue reading
Nissan Net Income At 9.0 Billion Yen in FY09 First Half
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd, today announced financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2009, ending March 31, 2010, as well as second-quarter performance. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Beetle: It Runs and Runs and Runs
The Beetle is the most popular classic car of Germany. ... Continue reading
November 3, 2009 â Green used to be the color of cars, now it is a worldwide trend in the automotive industry. Manufacturers from the United States, Asia and Europe will be exhibiting vehicles that use less gas, some that use no gas and others that that use fuels that burn cleaner at the San Francisco Chronicle|SF ... Continue reading
New Outback Wins Canadian Award
The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) has named the new generation Subaru Outback Canada's Best New CUV/SUV under 35,000 Canadian dollars. ... Continue reading
The Sun is Shining for Maroochydore Honda Dealer
Since opening the doors of a brand new dealership in Maroochydore recently, Sunshine Coast Honda has enjoyed an eight percent increase in sales ... Continue reading
New Hyundai Santa Fe R-Series Outperforms the Competition in SUV Race for Fuel Efficiency
Hot on the heels of its Wheels magazine triumph, where the Santa Fe SX CRDi was recognised as the best medium SUV ownership proposition in Australia, the new Hyundai Santa Fe R diesel has outperformed the competition to claim the SUV class of the transcontinental Global Green Challenge. ... Continue reading
Strong Result for Suzuki in Green Car Challenge
The Global Green Challenge has been run and won and it was the most affordable car in the strong line up of contenders, the Suzuki Alto, putting in one of the best performances with the lowest recorded economy figure of any car at 2.0L / 100km. ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC), announced today that the "MiEV OS" integrated vehicle control system installed in Mitsubishi Motors' new-generation electric vehicle i-MiEV, has been selected by the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame, a non-profit organization (NPO), as the winner for its "2009 Japan Automotive Hall of ... Continue reading
Dodge Challenger's Gone Plum Crazy
Dodge announced an exclusive production run of the 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and SRT8 featuring the classic Plum Crazy Pearl Coat exterior colour. ... Continue reading
Hyundai is the only manufacturer to have secured three category wins in Wheels Magazine's annual Gold Star Car awards. ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Sales October 2009 Scorecard
Nov 3, 2009 - The following chart represents U.S. light vehicle sales totals, individual automaker results and market share for the month of October. Percent changes are based on the daily sales rate. The seasonally adjusted annual rate is calculated using seasonal factors supplied by the U.S. Commerce Department. ... Continue reading
Brammo Advances Progress for Electric Vehicle Equality
Electric vehicle equality message gains audience with The White House and key members of Congress ASHLAND, Ore., Nov. 3 -- On the heels of a wildly successful grassroots journey, Brammo, maker of plug-in electric motorcycles, is urging the United States government to grant equality in federal funding for all electric v ... Continue reading
New Products Drive Ford's October Sales, Share Gains
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 3 -- -- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury October U.S. sales totaled 132,483, up 3 percent versus a year ago and 21 percent higher than September -- October marks the third time in the last four months Ford sales have increased -- October retail share was up for the 12th time in 13 months -- All-new Tauru ... Continue reading
2009 Daytona BiketoberFest Pictures and Video by BlingMaster.com
We have just created a WebPage that has Pictures and Video of the 2009 Daytona BiketoberFest held in Daytona, Florida. Pictures and Video Include : Full Throttle Bike Contest, Rats Hole Bike Contest, Fall Cycle Scene, Daytona SpeedWay Bike Races, Hooters Bikini Contest, MotorCycle Art and much more... Click on the Link ... Continue reading
AMERCO Declares Preferred Stock Dividend
RENO, Nev., Nov. 3 -- On November 2, 2009, AMERCO, the parent company of U-Haul International, Inc. and other companies, declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $.53125 per share on its Series A, 8 1/2 percent Preferred Stock . The dividend will be payable December 1, 2009 to holders of record on November 16, 200 ... Continue reading
ATC Enters Two Long-Term Construction Contracts
PEWAUKEE, Wis.--American Transmission Co. recently signed contracts with two nationally recognized construction services firms for transmission line and substation work. Construction work will be divided evenly between Pennsylvania-based Henkels & McCoy, which will provide services primarily in ATC’s southern territo ... Continue reading
Baker Finishes Strong in Vegas, ends year No. 5
Joe Baker Racing Final Report Get Screened America Pro Mod Challenge presented by ProCare Rx NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Matthew Brammer, Active Marketing - pr@activemarketing.com (602) 882-4290 Baker Finishes Strong in Vegas, ends y ... Continue reading
Caged Heat Racing Series Turns Up the Heat With Driver Elimination Radio Interviews
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Nov. 3 -- High Octane Thrills and Green Fuel Solutions come together to host a series of radio interviews as part of the decision making process to determine the top 30 drivers for the upcoming 2010 Caged Heat Racing Series. Starting November 10, 2009 the first of five, two-hour long shows will feature ... Continue reading
Celebrity DJ and Customizing Legend Funkmaster Flex Tricks Out 2010 Taurus SHO for SEMA
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 3 -- -- Celebrity DJ and Customizing Legend Funkmaster Flex tricks out 2010 Taurus SHO for 2009 SEMA show in Las Vegas -- Customized Taurus SHO features Black and Metal Grey Paint Job-tones that actively work to reflect the sophistication of the all-new vehicle -- The Taurus SHO returns as the sporty ve ... Continue reading
Court Confirms Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc.'s Plan of Reorganization
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Nov. 3 -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. ("Hayes" or the "Company") announced today that the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware (the "Court") has confirmed a plan of reorganization for the Company and substantially all of its U.S. subsidiaries that will significantly impro ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Completes Public Offering of Common Stock
TULSA, Okla., Nov. 3 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. announced today that it has completed its previously announced public offering of 5,750,000 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $19.25 per share. In connection with the offering, the Company has also granted the underwriters a 30-day optio ... Continue reading
Earnhardt Ganassi Racing - Texas Motor Speedway Advance Notes
<<Picture (Device Independent Bitmap)>> Texas Motor Speedway Advance Notes Race: Dickies 500 on Sunday, Nov. 8 Track: Texas Motor Speedway (1.5-mile quad-oval) Location: Fort Worth, Texas Earnhardt Ganassi Media Contacts at Texas Motor Speedway NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) Jarrod England No. 1 Bass Pro Shops / Track ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Announces Pricing Results of Convertible Notes Offering
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 3 -- Ford Motor Company today announced the pricing of its offering of senior convertible notes due Nov. 15, 2016. Notes in the aggregate principal amount of $2.5 billion will be offered, an increase from the $2 billion previously announced. The notes will be senior unsecured obligations of Ford a ... Continue reading
Guidepoint Launches GPS Theft Recovery System for Motorcycles and Powersports Vehicles
MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., Nov. 3 -- Leading telematics supplier GuidePoint Systems today announced the launch of an all-new version of its award-winning GPS-enabled theft-protection system for motorcycles and powersports equipment. The Madison Heights, Mich.-based telematics supplier said it is introducing GPS Xtreme at ... Continue reading
Helm Establishes Service Bay Marketplace Business Unit
DETROIT, Nov. 3 -- Helm Incorporated, the Highland Park specialty fulfillment and brand support solutions company, announces a new business unit, Service Bay Marketplace. Service Bay Marketplace is an online centralized purchasing and supply chain management solution designed for the automotive, heavy truck and constru ... Continue reading
Immersion Participating on Panel at 2009 SEMA Show
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Immersion Corporation , the leading developer and licensor of touch feedback technology, today announced that Mike Blicher, director of business development, will participate on a seminar panel at the 2009 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, the automotive specialty products trade even ... Continue reading
Infineon Raceway Releases 2010 Schedule
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Highlights Infineon Raceway 2010 Season Schedule PINKS ALL OUT Drag Racing Returns in 2010 SONOMA, Calif. (Nov. 3, 2009) - The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series' 22nd annual visit to the Sonoma Valley will highlight the 2010 Big O Tires Racing Season at Infineon Raceway, raceway officials announced toda ... Continue reading
ITW Announces Plans to Webcast Presentation for Baird's 2009 Industrial Conference
GLENVIEW, Ill., Nov. 3 -- Illinois Tool Works Inc. today announced plans to webcast its presentation at Robert W. Baird's upcoming 2009 Industrial Conference to be held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago, Illinois. ITW's presentation, featuring Chairman and Chief Executive Officer David B. Speer, will take place Tues ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Honors Leading Suppliers During Annual Awards Ceremony
Top suppliers recognized for performance and leadership during North American Supplier Performance Awards ceremony PLYMOUTH, Mich., Nov. 3 -- Johnson Controls recognized its top performing automotive suppliers during its 14th annual North American Supplier Performance Awards ceremony. The event was held recently at The ... Continue reading
KAR Holdings Changes Name to KAR Auction Services
CARMEL, Ind.--KAR Holdings, Inc., a leading provider of vehicle and salvage auction services in North America, today announced that the company has changed its name to KAR Auction Services, Inc. “This name more accurately reflects the businesses and services that we as a company provide,” said KAR Auction Services ... Continue reading
NineSigma Request - Reducing NOx Emissions
Hello- I am contacting you to make you aware of NineSigma Request, RFP# 65451, "Reducing NOx Emissions." Our client, a Global Manufacturing Company, is seeking proposals for technologies that can reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions for home heating furnaces. Solutions adapted from currently available technologies use ... Continue reading
PHH Corporation Sets Date for Third Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call
MT. LAUREL, N.J.--PHH Corporation today announced that it will hold its third quarter 2009 earnings conference call on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. EST. James Egan, non-executive chairman, Jerry Selitto, president and chief executive officer, and Sandra Bell, executive vice president and chief financial off ... Continue reading
Porsche Builds New Paint Shop with Latest Environmental Technology
Innovative Production Facilities Conserves Resources and Cuts Emissions to a Minimum ATLANTA, Nov. 3 -- Porsche AG has announced it is expanding its innovative automobile production at the main factory in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen to include one of the most modern and environmentally-friendly paint shops in the world that ... Continue reading
PRO RACERS LAUNCH L.A. SCHOOL OUTREACH
www.MySpace.com/racerswhocare PRESS RELEASE HUNTINGTON BEACH RACING CHAMP LAUNCHES LA SCHOOL OUTREACH – KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL, GRANADA HILLS, CA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOLLYWOOD, CA SCBA # 725708-692 PU WHO: Newly-crowned 2009 Sports Car Club of America Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge Series Winner, Brandon Davis, ... Continue reading
Rockford Corporation Announces Third Quarter and Year to Date 2009 Results
TEMPE, Ariz., Nov. 3 -- Rockford Corporation (Pink Sheets: ROFO) today announced financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2009. Rockford's net loss for the three months ended September 30, 2009 was $0.5 million compared to a net loss of $0.9 million for the comparable period in 2008. Net loss ... Continue reading
Snap-on Tools Receives MOTOR Magazine Top 20 Tools Award for Low Profile Ratchet/Socket Set
KENOSHA, Wis., Nov. 3 -- Snap-on is pleased to announce it has received a MOTOR magazine Top 20 Tools Award for its low profile ratchet/socket set (210RAFM). The set was chosen by MOTOR's technical editors as an innovative new product that helps make the jobs of professional shop owners and technicians easier, which he ... Continue reading
Solera Holdings, Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2010 Results
First Quarter Revenue of $150.8 million, up 5.4% on a GAAP Basis and up 13.2% on a Constant Currency Basis; GAAP Diluted Net Income Attributable to Solera Holdings, Inc. Per Common Share of $0.29, up 29.8%; Company Increases Fiscal 2010 Guidance; Company Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend SAN DIEGO, Nov. 3 -- Solera Hol ... Continue reading
Thor Announces Strong Quarterly Sales, Record Backlog, Cash of $326 Million.
JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, Nov. 3 -- Thor Industries, Inc. announced today its preliminary sales for the three months ended October 31, 2009 were $501 million, up 14% from $439 million last year. RV sales in the quarter were $389 million, up 18% from $330 million last year. Towable sales were $342 million, up 20% from $285 ... Continue reading
Titan Machinery Closes Acquisition of Dealerships: Oskaloosa Implement Co.
FARGO, N.D.--Titan Machinery Inc. announced today that it has closed on the previously announced acquisition of Oskaloosa Implement Co., with two Case IH brand agriculture equipment dealerships located in Pella and Oskaloosa, Iowa. Pella and Oskaloosa are adjacent cities located approximately 55 miles southeast of Des ... Continue reading
11.3 China-built auto quality approaching global brands
China-built auto quality approaching global brands http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012802/China-built-auto-quality-a pproa ching-global-brands.html Shanghai, November 3 (Gasgoo.com) The quality of Chinese-built vehicles is catching up to global brands, said a new report by J.D. Power and Associates, a global mark ... Continue reading
11.3 Ford China Oct sales up 80% to 20,027 units
Ford China Oct sales up 80% to 20,027 units http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012794/Ford-China-Oct-sales-up-80 -to-2 0-027-units.html Shanghai, November 3 (Gasgoo.com) Ford Motor said today that sales by its passenger car joint venture with China's Chongqing Changan Automobile rose 80% in October from a year earli ... Continue reading
Accuride Receives Court Final Approval for Access to $50 Million DIP Financing
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Accuride Corporation (OTCBB: AURDQ) today announced that it has received final approval from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court (Court) of its $50 Million Debtor in Possession (DIP) financing agreement. The Court also granted final approval on other motions, including: Permitting Accuride to pay certain employ ... Continue reading
Altair Achieves Breakthrough Time Savings in Crash Simulations
Running on Intel(R) Xeon(R) Processor 5500 Series Based Cluster New Technology Will Radically Change Development Processes TROY, Mich., Nov. 3 -- Altair Engineering, Inc., a leading global provider of simulation technology and engineering services announced implementation of a new analysis process that drastically redu ... Continue reading
Cars.com to Kickoff Marketing Plan With Super Bowl XLIV Ad
Site Builds Confidence with Third Consecutive Year in the Big Game CHICAGO, Nov. 3 -- Cars.com will once again kickoff its 2010 marketing campaign with an advertisement on Super Bowl XLIV, which will air on CBS on February 7, 2010. This is the third consecutive year that Cars.com will advertise in the Big Game. "Super ... Continue reading
Cie Studios Founder to Share Insights on Youth Marketing With Automotive Specialty Industry at SEMA
LONG BEACH, Calif.--As magazine circulation declines and online forum registrations increase, one often-neglected way to reach Gen Y is by providing useful content to enthusiast audiences online, according to Cie Studios CEO Justin Choi. Cie Studios, developer of PostRelease® forum advertising solution (www.PostReleas ... Continue reading
Dana Holding Corporation Reports Solid Third-Quarter 2009 Results
Continued Cost Savings, Operational Improvements, and Successful Equity Offering Contribute to Strong Liquidity, Improved Balance Sheet MAUMEE, Ohio, Nov. 3 -- -- EBITDA of $101 million, up $7 million over second quarter -- Sales of $1,329 million, a 12-percent increase over prior quarter -- Positive free cash flow nea ... Continue reading
VISTA, Calif., Nov. 3 -- Directed Electronics, the largest supplier of aftermarket vehicle security and remote start systems in North America, announced today that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Octo Telematics S.p.A., the leading insurance telematics provider in Europe, to develop telematics services ... Continue reading
duPont REGISTRY Announces U.S. Debut of New HTT Plethore Supercar at SEMA
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 3 -- The duPont REGISTRY(TM) will proudly partner with HTT Technologies for the U.S. introduction of the brand new Plethore LC 750 supercar at the SEMA show this Tuesday, November 3rd at 11:00 a.m. The sleekly styled new LC 750 is the first for the Canadian auto company, founded in 2000 by engineer and ... Continue reading
First TrackMoist Delivery to Europe by Winning Brands
- 2010 Trial Partnership Begins in England - BARRIE, Ontario, Nov. 3 -- Winning Brands Corporation (Pink Sheets: WNBD; Frankfurt: WMU) www.WinningBrands.ca, manufacturer of popular new TrackMoist performance enhancer and dust suppressant for dirt racetracks, has entered into a partnership with Speedway Prep for trials ... Continue reading
Ford Announces Retirements of Two Senior Leaders; Makes Key Appointments To Support 'One Ford' Plan
- John Parker, executive vice president, Ford Asia Pacific and Africa, is retiring after 41 years with Ford - Phil Spender, vice president, Ford Motor Company, and executive vice president, Mazda Motor Corporation is retiring after 34 years with Ford - Joe Hinrichs, group vice president, Global Manufacturing and Labor ... Continue reading
HighRoads and W.A. Wilde Partner for a Complete ERISA Compliant SPD Solution
BOSTON--HighRoads, the company providing employers – for the first time – complete control over their health care costs and compliance, today announced a partnership with W.A. Wilde to fulfill client SPD distribution needs. The new partnership will provide employers with an end-to-end SPD solution that efficiently ... Continue reading
Members of Nomination Committee of Scania AB appointed
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: In accordance with the decision by the Annual General Meeting on 7 May 2009, each of the four largest known shareholders in voting power in Scania is entitled to appoint member of the Nomination Committee. The following representatives have been appointed to the Nomination Committee ... Continue reading
Mitchell Launches First Shop Workspace for Repair Shops
Mitchell Launches New Product Category into Collision Repair Market Mitchell RepairCenter(TM)offers the first Shop Workspace solution for repair shops; a new class of collision software that includes free, downloadable modules for the entire repair market San Diego, CA - November 3rd 2009 - Mitchell International, Inc. ... Continue reading
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--Ogden Gerard, LLC announced today the launch of its new multi-purpose specialty vehicle Venue™ http://www.venuevehicles.com, an enclosed trailer that converts automatically into up to 2,400 square feet of customizable, climate-controlled space for applications that include emergency response, di ... Continue reading
OPENLANE Launches Third Party Inspection Service on Auction Site
MENLO PARK, Calif.--OPENLANE, Inc., a leading online auction company in North America for automotive dealers to buy and sell wholesale vehicles, today announced the launch of its nationwide Third Party Inspection (TPI) service for all sellers on OPENLANE’s auction site, www.OPENLANE.com. By offering sellers the optio ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation Reports Fiscal 2009 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation , a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies, today reported fiscal 2009 fourth quarter net sales of $1.49 billion and income from continuing operations of $52.4 million, or $0.63 per share, compared with net sales of $1.85 billion and income from continuing opera ... Continue reading
Renault Uses ESI’s PAM-COMFORT Solution to Virtually Design a New Car Seat
PARIS--ESI Group (ISIN FR0004110310), pioneer and world-leading supplier of digital simulation software for prototyping and manufacturing processes, announced today the successful completion of Renault’s first ‘fully virtual’ preliminary design of a new seat using PAM-COMFORT, ESI’s advanced solution for Virtua ... Continue reading
Snap-on to Present at Baird Industrial Conference
KENOSHA, Wis.--Snap-on Incorporated will present at the Robert W. Baird & Co. 2009 Industrial Conference on Tuesday, November 10, 2009. The presentation is scheduled to begin at approximately 12:15 p.m. Eastern time (11:15 a.m. Central time). The live webcast with audio and slides can be accessed by visiting the compan ... Continue reading
Strategy Analytics: Consumers Desire Bluetooth Headsets and Speakerphones from Bose & Sony
BOSTON--A recent Strategy Analytics survey of vehicle owners in the USA and Western Europe found that Bose was rated as the most-preferred brand for Bluetooth headsets and speakerphones by consumers in the USA, while those in Western Europe rated Sony as their most-preferred brand for these products. "Even though Bose ... Continue reading
SVOX Releases New Version of its Speech Recognition Solution
ZURICH and SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 3 -- SVOX, the leading provider of embedded speech solutions, today announced the immediate availability of v9.1 of its Speech Recognition technology. The new release is a significant improvement over the previous version and contains, among others, the following enhancements: -- Faster G ... Continue reading
Tele Atlas Delivers Historic Speed Product in Asia
SINGAPORE--Tele Atlas, a leading global provider of digital maps and dynamic content for navigation and location based solutions, today announced the availability of Tele Atlas® Speed Profiles in Taiwan, the first complete historic speed product in Asia built with insight from local drivers that enables navigation sys ... Continue reading
World-Leading Atmospheric Researcher Susan Solomon Arrives in Sweden for Her Volvo Environment Prize
STOCKHOLM--Regulatory News: Dr Susan Solomon is one of the world’s leading atmospheric chemists and is in Sweden to receive the Volvo (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) Environment Prize on 5 November in Stockholm. The prize, this year worth SEK 1.5m (approx. € 150 000), is celebrating its 20th anniversary. It has become one ... Continue reading
Worthington to Present at Davenport & Company Metals and Mining Conference
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Worthington Industries, Inc. announced today that it will participate in the Davenport & Company Metals and Mining Conference on Thursday, November 5, 2009, in New York City. Andy Rose, vice president and chief financial officer for Worthington Industries will present at 9:50 a.m. Eastern Standard Time ... Continue reading
Zipcars Offer Philly Residents Convenient Alternative for City Travel During SEPTA Strike
PHILADELPHIA, PA (Nov. 3, 2009) -- Zipcar, Inc. the world's largest car-sharing service, is reminding Philadelphia residents that nearby Zipcars offer a convenient alternative for city travel during the SEPTA strike. Zipcars are available in Philadelphia in more than 60 locations, such as Bella Vista, Center City, Chin ... Continue reading
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