October 2009 U.S. Auto Sales: AIADA Says Auto Market Begins to Stabilize
Dealers across the country breathed a sigh of relief last month as auto sales began to show signs of stability. Sales in October were up about 12 percent from September 2009. October marks only the second month in two years, including August 2009, that saw neutral or improved sales. "When it comes to jobs and the econo ... Continue reading
TK Carsites Earns Top Industry Award for Most Powerful Search Optimized Automotive Dealer Websites
ORANGE, Calif., Nov. 6 -- TK Carsites, Inc. received the Automotive Search Marketing Architecture (ASMA) "Super Charged Search" award and Brian Pasch, CEO of the Pasch Consulting Group, and the source behind the ASMA report, stated publicly, "TK Carsites is the ONLY website provider that I do not look forward to compet ... Continue reading
Air News Brief (HQ): EPA Teams Up with NASCAR's Jeff Gordon in the Race to Clean Air
*CONTACT: *Dave Ryan Ryan.dave@epa.gov 202-564-7827 202-564-4355 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE *November 6, 2009 *EPA Teams Up with NASCAR's Jeff Gordon in the Race to Clean Air* *WASHINGTON** -- *The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released a training DVD to help auto body shops comply with a rule reducing air pollu ... Continue reading
ASA Member Track Banquets This Weekend
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PRESS RELEASE November 7, 2009 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ For Immediate Release Contact: Kevin Ramsell,ASA Public Relations Director (kramsell@asa-racing.com [mailto:racingpr@me.com]) ... Continue reading
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Toyota to Correct Sudden Acceleration
REDLANDS, Calif., Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The law firm of McCuneWright, LLP, filed a national class action lawsuit yesterday against Toyota Motor Corporation on behalf of Toyota and Lexus owners who have experienced incidents of sudden unintended acceleration. Los Angeles County residents Seong Bae Choi, the ... Continue reading
*CONTACT: *Deb Berlin berlin.deb@epa.gov 202-564-4914 202-564-4355 * FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE *November 6, 2009 * U.S. EPA Makes Available Data on Compliance with Hazardous Waste, Air Regulations ** WASHINGTON* - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released new information on EPA and state enforcement of hazard ... Continue reading
Highly Decorated U.S. Army Major General to Serve as Honorary Starter for Able Body Labor 200
CLEARWATER, Fla., Nov. 6 -- Retired Maj. Gen. Gary L. Harrell will be the honorary starter for the Able Body 200, NASCAR's Nationwide Tour Race at Phoenix International Raceway. The race will be broadcast live on ESPN2 on November 14 at 4:00 PM EST. ... Continue reading
LOWELL, Ark.--J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. announced today that Kirk Thompson, President and Chief Executive Officer for J.B. Hunt, will present to the investment community at the following upcoming conferences: Robert W. Baird & Co.’s 2009 Industrial Conference on Wednesday, November 11 at 1:20 p.m. (CST) at t ... Continue reading
MONTVALE, N.J., Nov. 6 -- While many economists are stating that the recession is officially over, no one doubts that the impact of billions of dollars in lost wealth will be felt by consumers for years to come. In an era where the days of "more, more, more" have become "less, less, less," it's more important than ever ... Continue reading
Shelby Autos Returns to Sponsor NASCAR Sprint Cup Race at LVMS
LAS VEGAS--Shelby Automobiles, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. (Pink Sheets:CSBI), will return in 2010 as the sponsor of the NASCAR Sprint Cup event at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Shelby teamed up with LVMS this past March for the Shelby 427. Next year’s event on Feb. 28 will be called th ... Continue reading
SORL Auto Parts Schedules Third Quarter 2009 Earnings Release and Conference Call
ZHEJIANG, China, Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- SORL Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and distributor of commercial vehicle air brake systems as well as related auto parts in China, today announced that it plans to release its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009 on November ... Continue reading
The Plaza Hotel Awarded Prestigious 2010 AAA Five Diamond Rating
NEW YORK, Nov. 6 -- New York City's legendary Plaza Hotel (www.ThePlaza.com) has been awarded a 2010 AAA Five Diamond Rating by AAA, an independent federation of not-for-profit automobile clubs that provide comprehensive travel services to its 51 million members, joining the ranks of an elite group of hotels across the ... Continue reading
TOMORROW: Will Dickies "American Worker of the Year" Pick Winning Driver and Win $1 Million at TMS?
[cid:image001.png@01CA5C77.2F54F140] Dickies American Worker of the Year(r) to Select Dickies 500 Winner for a Shot at $1 Million Michael McGee to randomly select from among the 12 Chase Drivers to win the Dickies 500 Who: 2009 Dickies American Worker of the Year(r) Michael McGee, an agricultural teacher and horse trai ... Continue reading
Turkey 200 to Close Out 2009 Season at SSP on Saturday
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Turkey 200 Presented by Keller Williams Realty on Saturday, November 7 to Close Out the 2009 SSP Racing Season Newberrytown, PA (November 1, 2009) - On Saturday afternoon, November 7, the Susquehanna Speedway Park will host the 6th Annual Turkey 200 presented ... Continue reading
Taxpayer Group: Leaders Should Stop GM From Bailing Out European Car Company With U.S. Tax Dollars
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Hot on the heels of news that General Motors would not seek to sell off German automaker Opel and would instead seek taxpayer subsidies from European countries or use U.S. bailout funds to help prop up the firm, the 362,000-member National Taxpayers Union (NTU) today u ... Continue reading
BMW C1-E: Concept for A Higher Level Of Safety In The City - VIDEO ENHANCED
MUNICH - November 6, 2009: This is what a safe, environment-friendly and highly practical single track vehicle for city traffic could look like in the future. BMW Motorrad developed the C1-E study as a contribution to the European safety project eSUM. This study unit is based on the concept of the BMW C1. It is charact ... Continue reading
Skip Barber Racing School announces MAZDASPEED Challenge Winter Tour
Lakeville, November 6, 2009: Skip Barber Racing School, LLC today announced the formation of a unified 2009-2010 Skip Barber MAZDASPEED Challenge Winter Tour, replacing the separate southern and western regional schedules. âAs we continue to develop and grow the Skip Barber MAZDSPEED Challenge concept, we are lear ... Continue reading
Auto-Owners Again Ranks Highest in J.D. Power and Associates Auto Claims Study
Auto-Owners attributes award to personal attention given to policyholders, and independent agent system. LANSING, Mich., Nov. 6 -- For the second straight year, Auto-Owners Insurance Company ranked highest in customer satisfaction with the auto insurance claims experience in a nationwide study conducted by J.D. Power a ... Continue reading
"Lucas Oil...On the Edge!" Races to Season 6
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News Release - The Official Emblem, Mascot & Slogan For 2010 Asia Para Games Announced
For web version of this email, visit http://www.admail.net/view/18c7395/689aad/ High res copies of the official emblem and mascot of the 2010 Asia Para Games is available by sending a e-mail request to Ruffolopr@hotmail.com. The Official Emblem, Mascot & Slogan For 2010 Asia Para Games Announced GUANGZHOU, China - Nove ... Continue reading
Discount Tyres Website Launches
Macsams Tyres launch discount tyre website macsamstyres.co.uk Body: Macsamstyres.co.uk, a UK-based discounted tyre website has launched. ... Continue reading
OSRAM SYLVANIA, Studies Shed New Light on High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Automotive Lighting
HID fact sheet to help educate public on technology HILLSBORO, N.H., Nov. 6 -- We all "fell back" an hour on Sunday, Nov. 1, through Daylight Savings Time. For many of America's 100-plus million commuters this means several months of driving to and from work in the dark. This places even more importance on a vehicle's ... Continue reading
Chicago Remains Top Destination for AAA Five Diamond Dining
AURORA, Ill.--Chicago has more AAA Five Diamond-rated restaurants than any other city in the country. With seven Five Diamond restaurants, Chicago tops the list in the ultimate dining experience. Chicago also has nine total Five Diamond establishments, including two hotels, making Illinois fifth among the states with t ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries to Receive 14th Consecutive RVDA Quality Circle Award
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Winnebago Industries, Inc. , the nationâs top-selling motor home manufacturer, received notification that its Winnebago brand earned the prestigious Quality Circle Awards from the Recreation Vehicle Dealersâ Association (RVDA). The Itasca brand also received Honorable Mention. These awards ... Continue reading
11.6 China Jan-Sept auto imports see steady growth
China Jan-Sept auto imports see steady growth http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012842/China-Jan-Sept-auto-import s-see -steady-growth.html Shanghai, November 6 (Gasgoo.com) China's auto import market saw steady growth in the first nine months, according to China Automobile Trading Co. (CATC), media reported today. ... Continue reading
11.6 Ministry orders Tengzhong's 2nd application
Ministry orders Tengzhong's 2nd application http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012839/Ministry-orders-Tengzhong- s-2nd -application.html Shanghai, November 6 (Gasgoo.com) China¡¯s commerce ministry has turned down Tengzhong¡¯s initial application for the acquisition of Hummer from General Motors and ordered a de ... Continue reading
China XD Plastics Engages Ernst & Young for the Implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley Act Section 404
HARBIN, China, Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China XD Plastics Company Ltd. ("China XD Plastics" or the "Company"), (OTC:CXDC) (BULLETIN BOARD: CXDC) , is engaged in the development, manufacture, and distribution of modified plastics primarily for use in the automotive applications in China, today announced tha ... Continue reading
China XD Plastics Engages Moore Stephens as New Independent Auditor
HARBIN, China, Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China XD Plastics Company Ltd. ("China XD Plastics" or the "Company"), (OTC: CXDC) (BULLETIN BOARD: CXDC) , the largest Chinese manufacturer engaged in the development, manufacture, and distribution of modified plastics primarily for use in automotive applications in ... Continue reading
Mitchell International Acquires Scene Genesis
Press Release - - - - - - Contact: Jennifer Forman Sr. Director, Marketing 800-854-7030 jennifer.forman@mitchell.com or Kam Hashim Boston Communications 617-899-1307 kam@prboston.com Mitchell International Acquires Scene Genesis Expanded portfolio offering helps improve collision repair process for shops, insurers and ... Continue reading
TOKYO--Masami Iijima, CEO of Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (TOKYO:8031) hosted an analyst conference on Thursday November 5, 2009 to announce financial results for the six-month period ended September 30, 2009. An audio webcast of this conference is now available at: http://www.mitsui.co.jp/en/ir/meeting/account/index.html About ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation to Present at the Baird 2009 Industrial Conference
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation announced today that its management will participate in the Baird 2009 Industrial Conference being held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009. The presentation is scheduled to start at 9:55 a.m. EST and will be webcast with viewer controlled slides. To acces ... Continue reading
Superior Industries Reports Third Quarter Operating Results
VAN NUYS, Calif.--Superior Industries International, Inc. today announced a reduced net loss of $12.7 million, or $0.48 per share, for the third quarter of 2009, compared with a net loss of $14.2 million, or $0.53 per share, for the third quarter of 2008. Unit shipments decreased 9.7% in the 2009 third quarter compared ... Continue reading
Valeo Acquires 100% of its Compressors Joint Venture in China
PARIS, November 6 -- Valeo today announced that it has increased to 100% its shareholding in the entity based in Changchun which develops and manufactures compressors. Valeo previously held a 60% stake and Fawer 40%. The new company, which employs 130 people and produces compressors for the Chinese and Asian markets, w ... Continue reading
HUMMER Introduces Biofuel Capability, New Colors for the 2010 H3 and H3T
DETROIT, Dec. 6 -- HUMMER announced today updates to the 2010 HUMMER H3 and H3T midsize all-terrain vehicles including the addition of three new exterior colors and an available E85 Flex Fuel capable 5.3L V8 engine as part of its commitment to offer a biofuel powertrain in all body styles by 2010. Both H3-based vehicle ... Continue reading
2010 National Tire Safety Week Announced
Tire Industry Urges Consumers to Maintain Tires to Save Fuel, Promote Safety WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Rubber Manufacturers Association today announced the ninth annual National Tire Safety Week will be held June 6-12, 2010. The annual event is an initiative of the RMA's "Be Tire Smart - Play Yo ... Continue reading
A letter of intent was signed today in Flins between the Renault-Nissan Alliance, the French Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) and the French Strategic Investment Fund (FSI) to create a joint venture that would develop and manufacture batteries for electric vehicles (EV) under the patronage of Christian Estrosi, the Frenc ... Continue reading
10.27 China to buy bullet trains made with Kawasaki tech
China to buy bullet trains made with Kawasaki tech http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012713/China-to-buy-bullet-trains -made -with-Kawasaki-tech.html Shanghai, October 27 (Gasgoo.com) China's Ministry of Railways has signed a contract to buy from a Chinese train-maker 140 bullet trains that will be built with the t ... Continue reading
10.27 China to use social aid funds for auto accident relief
China to use social aid funds for auto accident relief http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012716/China-to-use-social-aid-fu nds-f or-auto-accident-relief.html Shanghai, October 27 (Gasgoo.com) China's administrative regulations, jointly released by China's related authorities, on social aid funds for automobile acci ... Continue reading
Please see that attached press release regarding the newest addition to The AAM Group, the largest program distribution group in the performance and accessory aftermarket. Thank you, Tim Odom President- AAM USA, Inc Parts Pro/Total Truck Centers 423-282-0211 "Do what needs to be done, when it needs to be done, to the b ... Continue reading
ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY TO EXHIBIT CLASSIC CARS AT SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE|SFGATE.COM 52ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW SAN FRANCISCO, CA – October 27, 2009 – The San Francisco Chronicle|SFGate.com 52nd Annual International Auto Show, presented by AutoTrader.com, November 26 through December 2 at Moscone Center ... Continue reading
Affinia Group to Release Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results on November 5, 2009
Company will Hold Conference Call and Webcast on November 6, 2009 ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 27 -- Affinia Group Inc., an innovative global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of industrial grade products and services, will release its financial results for the third quarter of 2009 on Thursday, N ... Continue reading
Air News Release (HQ): Statement of Lisa P. Jackson
*CONTACT: *EPA Press Office press@epa.gov 202-564-4355 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* October 27, 2009 *Statement of Lisa P. Jackson* *Administrator, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ** **Legislative Hearing on the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act ** **Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works ** **October ... Continue reading
AlixPartners Client ‘Old GM’ Announces Agreement to Sell First Major Asset
WILMINGTON, Del.--AlixPartners LLP, the global business-advisory firm that since last December worked to help keep General Motors Corp. away from a freefall bankruptcy and that since July has managed the estate of “Old GM” (Motors Liquidation Co.), today commented on the announcement that MLC has signed a letter of ... Continue reading
Allstate Motor Club Launches Roadside Assistance Mobile App for iPhone and BlackBerry Users
Many exclusive Motor Club services now also available to non-members NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 27 -- Allstate Motor Club today announced the launch of a new mobile application that brings its full suite of roadside services directly to drivers with iPhones and selected BlackBerry models. Through this app, which is free to ... Continue reading
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Beckman sets high goals for Vegas
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 5 of 6 in Countdown to 1 Playoffs Round 23 of 24 for season Ninth annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earth ... Continue reading
Carbon Disclosure Project Again Recognizes PPG as Industry Leader
PITTSBURGH--PPG Industries has again been recognized as a leader for its carbon disclosure transparency and emissions management by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) within the S&P 500 Index companies in the CDP’s 2009 Leadership Index (CLDI). PPG scored 81 of a possible 100 points in the CLDI, ranking second in th ... Continue reading
Cavotec Radio Remote Control Systems Support Munitions Clearance in Norway
STOCKHOLM--Advanced Radio Remote Control (RRC) systems, designed and manufactured by global engineering group, Cavotec MSL (OTCBB:CVMLF), have been successfully fitted to heavy construction vehicles clearing munitions from a military training range in central Norway. “This project shows that we can deliver a solution ... Continue reading
Decatur, Texas Wins 2009 Delo Tractor Restoration Competition
SAN RAMON, Calif.--Chevron’s brand of Delo lubricant crowned Decatur FFA Champions of the 2009 Delo Tractor Restoration Competition (www.chevrondelotrc.com) for its restoration of a 1964 3020 John Deere. The Decatur, Texas team was one of twelve finalists invited to Indianapolis to compete in this year’s competitio ... Continue reading
Don Schumacher Racing acquires assets of Matco Tools Top Fuel team effective immediately
News From Don Schumacher Racing, Mike Ashley Racing and Matco Tools Racing FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ted Yerzyk, 317-852-6363; cell 760-207-9767; tyerzyk@mikeashley.com Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net DON SCHUMACHER RACING ACQUIRES ASSETS OF MATCO TOOLS TOP FUEL TEAM EFFECTIVE ... Continue reading
Eaton To Participate In Robert W. Baird Industrial Conference November 10
CLEVELAND--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation today announced that Alexander M. Cutler, Eaton chairman and chief executive officer, will participate in the Robert W. Baird Industrial Conference in Chicago, Ill., on November 10, from 7:45 to 8:15 a.m. Central time (8:45 to 9:15 a.m. Eastern time). The ... Continue reading
Economy and Public Health Will Benefit if Clean Car Standards Are Well-Designed, Group Testifies
EPA Urged to Revise Proposed Zero Emission Rate for Electric Plug-In Vehicles LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- California's and the nation's economy and environment will reap significant benefits - and avoid costly impacts - if proposed federal standards to establish national vehicle greenhouse gas and f ... Continue reading
*CONTACT: *Brendan Gilfillan gilfillan.brendan@epa.gov 202-564-4355 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE *October 27, 2009 *TODAY: Administrator Jackson, Secretaries Chu, Salazar* *and LaHood, FERC Chairman Wellinghoff* *to Testify Before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee* * WASHINGTON* - Today, Tuesday, October 27, ... Continue reading
Fiesta Movement Agents Surpass 1 Million Miles, Show That They Go Hand-In-Hand With Adventure
DETROIT, Oct. 27 -- SUMMARY -- Ford Fiesta Movement September missions had agents taking on an urban adventure in Chicago with Outside Magazine, putting their Fiesta to the limit at Las Vegas Motor Speedway and experiencing zero gravity with Zero-G -- Since the Fiesta Movement launched in April, agents have traveled mo ... Continue reading
Symposium to offer an automotive industry perspective on how safety can be embraced as core to success; point of view may be a roadmap for the home building industry NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 27 -- Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the Phoenix Fire Department are pleased to announce Mr. Rick Bryant, Vice President of Vol ... Continue reading
Gates Launches Innovative New Fuel Hose that Saves Gas and Protects the Environment
DENVER--Gates Corporation today launched Barricade™ fuel hose, an innovative new hose that saves gas and protects the environment. The low-permeation Barricade™ hose prevents fuel vapor loss while delivering peak fuel efficiency. It’s designed for virtually any engine application that’s equipped with a conventi ... Continue reading
Iteris, Inc. to Present at the TechAmerica AeA ClassicFinancial Conference in San Diego
SANTA ANA, Calif.--Iteris, Inc. (AMEX: ITI), a leader in the traffic management market that focuses on the application and development of advanced technologies, today announced that Abbas Mohaddes, the Company’s chief executive officer, will present at the TechAmerica AeA Classic Financial Conference in San Diego, Ca ... Continue reading
Jason R. Anderson Joins Miller Buckfire as Managing Director
Latest Addition to Firm's Strategic Advisory Group NEW YORK, Oct. 27 -- Miller Buckfire & Co., LLC, a leading independent full service investment bank, today announced that veteran investment banker Jason R. Anderson has joined the Firm as a Managing Director. Mr. Anderson will focus on companies active in the general ... Continue reading
Long-Term Care Costs Rise Across the Board from 2008 to 2009
WESTPORT, Conn.--Price rollbacks throughout the U.S. economy during the past year did not apply to long-term care service providers, according to the 2009 MetLife Market Survey of Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Adult Day Services, and Home Care Costs. Private room nursing home rates rose 3.3% to $219 per day or $79,935 ... Continue reading
Long-time Friends Squaring Off For USAR Pro Cup Title In Season Finale
Long-time Friends Squaring Off For USAR Pro Cup Title In Season Finale FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONCORD, N.C. (October 27, 2009) -- A decade after battling each other in the Late Model Stock division at Concord [N.C.] Speedway, Clay Rogers and J.P. Morgan are squaring off against one another for the 2009 USARacing Pro Cup ... Continue reading
McClenathan set for strong Vegas run
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 5 of 6 in Countdown to 1 Playoffs Round 23 of 24 for season Ninth annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earth ... Continue reading
Attached is a Press Release regarding the recent national expansion of our Loyalty and Vehicle Care Program to match consumer demand to retain their vehicles longer. myEZ Car Care now provides its Loyalty Programs to Credit Unions, Banks, Dealers and other service providers nationwide. Please contact us if you have any ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ Traffic Patterns(TM) Saves Drivers Up to 22 Hours Per Year in North America
Testing shows robust database of typical traffic conditions enables time-saving, alternate routes CHICAGO, Oct. 27 -- NAVTEQ, the leading global provider of digital map, traffic and location data for in-vehicle, portable, wireless and enterprise solutions, announced that NAVTEQ Traffic Patterns provides time-saving, al ... Continue reading
Parts Pro Performance News 10-26-09
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PENDLETON, Ind., Oct. 27 -- Remy International, Inc. today announced it will be supplying the EBO Group's subsidiary, eZEhybrid Drives, Inc. with the Remy HVH250 electric motor. The Remy motor will be used in the eZEhybrid(TM) HPM OCED (hydraulic pump mount oil cooled electric drive) module for SAE hydraulic pump drive ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/efd037/tomkins_2009_compa) has announced the addition of the "Tomkins 2009 Company Profile Edition 3" company profile to their offering. This latest edition just-auto company profile is part of a major series of reports that will provide you with ... Continue reading
*CONTACT:* Skip Anderson anderson.skip@epa.gov 202-564-9551 202-564-4355 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* October 27, 2009 *EPA Releases Guide to Help Scientists Understand Children's Exposure to Pollutants * *WASHINGTON* - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today released a user-friendly document to help risk assessors u ... Continue reading
WARRENDALE, Pa., Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Timely, relevant information in a user-friendly environment were the hallmarks of the SAE International 2009 Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress, held recently in Rosemont, Ill. Executive leadership for the event was provided by Caterpillar Inc. "This meeting has ... Continue reading
Contact: Jon Knapp Summit Racing PR Ph: 704.662.3121 J2Racing@aol.com Despite Long Odds, Anderson is Determined to Keep Fighting Summit Racing Driver kicks off Vegas weekend with Charity Poker Tournament Mooresville, N.C., October 27, 2009 – Greg Anderson is certainly a realist. Facing a 128-point deficit with o ... Continue reading
Educational Program Teaches Driver Safety to High School Students Using Math and Science to Reconstruct Actual Motor Vehicle Accidents NEW YORK, Oct. 27 -- The Allstate Foundation announced today the launch of the Scientific Social Solutions (S3) CRASH! program in New York State. CRASH! The Science of Collisions, is an ... Continue reading
Video: MADD Launches Program To Help Parents Influence Teen Alcohol Behavior
The Power of Parents, It's Your Influence by MADD (TM) provides lifesaving conversation tools about the No. 1 Youth Drug Problem in America DALLAS and COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 27 -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and Nationwide Insurance launched "The Power of Parents, It's Your Influence by MADD(TM)" today to give p ... Continue reading
Wednesday Night Test & Tune Next at SSP on October 28
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Next Wednesday Night Test & Tune is on October 28 for Big Track Only Newberrytown, PA (October 26, 2009) - Back by popular demand, the next Wednesday Night Test & Tune session will be held on Wednesday, October 28 at the Susquehanna Speedway Park. It is op ... Continue reading
What Drives Edward Cullen May Soon Drive You
Fans can enter sweepstakes for a chance to win tickets to the premiere of The Twilight Saga: New Moon, and can play for a chance to win a shiny new Volvo XC60 at www.WhatDrivesEdward.com ROCKLEIGH, N.J., Oct. 27 -- Know what Edward Cullen drives? Volvo is putting a challenge out to all Twilight fans by launching a new ... Continue reading
Wright Express Promotes Greg Strzegowski to Senior Vice President, Corporate Development
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine--Wright Express Corporation , a leading provider of payment processing and information management services to the U.S. commercial and government fleet industry, has promoted Greg Strzegowski to the position of senior vice president, corporate development. Strzegowski was most recently vice preside ... Continue reading
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Emission & Power Solutions Announces Purchase Order From Distributor to Fortune 500 Companies
LONDON, Oct. 28 -- Emission & Power Solutions, Plc ("EPS", "the Company"), a clean tech company, announced today that it has received another purchase order for its FX Reactors from a distributor to Fortune 500 Companies. Erik Ulsteen, CEO & Chairman of EPS stated, "We continue to gain traction with our FX reactor and ... Continue reading
Juan Pablo Giometti, President and CEO of National Hispanic Entrepreneurs' Organization to Attend Inside Kenan-Flagler Case Competition October 29 - 31, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CHARLOTTE, N.C., October 28, 2009 - Juan Pablo Giometti, President and CEO of National Hispanic Entrepreneurs' Organization (NHEO), will par ... Continue reading
Beckman earns No. 8 in Vegas qualifying
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 5 of six in Countdown to 1 Playoffs Round 23 of 24 for season Ninth annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@ear ... Continue reading
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 5 of six in Countdown to 1 Playoffs Round 23 of 24 for season Ninth annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@ear ... Continue reading
Capps's Vegas effort nets him a quarterfinal finish
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 5 of six in Countdown to 1 Playoffs Round 23 of 24 for season Ninth annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@ear ... Continue reading
Coughlin turns attention to season-ending NHRA Finals (NHRA/JEGS)
Coughlin turns attention to season-ending NHRA Finals LAS VEGAS (Nov. 1) -- 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 ... Continue reading
FCSD Collision Truckload Program Additions
NEWS Contact: George Gilbert Ford Collision Parts Hotline 313-248-8639 cphelp@ford.com IMMEDIATE RELEASE FORD ADDS 34 PARTS TO COLLISION TRUCKLOAD PROGRAM; LOWERS OVERALL REPAIR COSTS DEARBORN, Mich., November 1, 2009 – Ford Customer Service Division (FCSD) has refreshed the offerings on its popular Collision Pa ... Continue reading
FW: Kurt Johnson/ACDelco Racing/NHRA Las Vegas
From: Jeff Romack Sent: Sunday, November 01, 2009 8:41 PM To: Jeff Romack Subject: Kurt Johnson/ACDelco Racing/NHRA Las Vegas [cid:image001.jpg@01CA5B32.77A5FDE0] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jeff Romack ACDelco Racing Communications Office: 317.843.5447 Cell: 317.698.1016 jeff.romack@pmgincorporated.com www.ACDelco. ... Continue reading
Hagan exits in Vegas second round, takes home track records
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 5 of six in Countdown to 1 Playoffs Round 23 of 24 for season Ninth annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@ear ... Continue reading
HIGHT WINS LAS VEGAS, EXTENDS POINTS LEAD
TEAM JFR RACE REPORT5th race of Countdown to 123rd of 24 races in the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series 9th annual NHRA Las Vegas NationalsThe Strip at Las Vegas Motor SpeedwayLas Vegas, NVOct. 30 – Nov. 1, 2009 * * * * HIGHT WINS LAS VEGAS, EXTENDS POINTS LEADLAS VEGAS, NV –- Robert Hight ... Continue reading
Johnson Exits in First Round at Vegas; Morgan Claims Win in All-Mopar Final
Nov. 1, 2009 Contact: Darren Jacobs, (248) 553-4566, Cell: (313) 530-9910 E-mail: djacobs@jrthompson.com <mailto:djacobs@jrthompson.com> TEAM MOPAR(r) PRO STOCK RACE REPORT 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 23 of 24 Oct. 30-Nov. 1 NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway FOR IMMEDIA ... Continue reading
Leaving Las Vegas, Team Lucas looking to Pomona
Leaving Las Vegas, Team Lucas looking to Pomona LAS VEGAS (Nov. 1) -- Parts failure in the hot rods of teammates Morgan Lucas and Shawn Langdon resulted in a pair of first-round for the two Team Lucas racers. Team owner/driver Lucas bowed to championship contender and top qualifier Larry Dixon when his GEICO Powersport ... Continue reading
McClenathan lands in the semifinals in Vegas
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 5 of six in Countdown to 1 Playoffs Round 23 of 24 for season Ninth annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@ear ... Continue reading
Payne hits Vegas jackpot with big win in FireIce Pro Mod car
Payne hits Vegas jackpot with big win in FireIce Pro Mod car LAS VEGAS (Nov. 1) -- World champion drag racer Jay Payne claimed the final trophy of the Get Screened America Pro Mod Challenge season Sunday by driving his FireIce Chevrolet Camaro past No. 1 qualifier Brad Personett in the money round of the ninth annual L ... Continue reading
Smith rides Nitro Fish Suzuki into Vegas semifinals
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 4 of 5 Countdown to 1 Playoffs events for Pro Stock Motorcycle class Round 16 of 17 for season Ninth annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus 203-438-0501; ... Continue reading
SSP Race Results from Saturday, October 31, 2009
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rain Dampens SSP's Candy Bowl V on Saturday for the Fourth Straight Year; Features Postponed to Later Dates Newberrytown, PA (October 31, 2009) - Rain played a major role once again at the 5th Annual Candy Bowl presented by J&K Salvage of York held on Saturday ... Continue reading
Suzuki rider Smith snares No. 3 in Vegas qualifying
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 4 of 5 Countdown to 1 Playoffs events for Pro Stock Motorcycle class Round 16 of 17 for season Ninth annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 30-Nov. 1, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus 203-438-0501; ... Continue reading
Tasca and Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing Exit Las Vegas in First Round
[image: ?ui=2&view=att&th=124b26754caa4a3a&attid=0.1&disp=attd& amp;realattid=ii_124b26754caa4a3a&zw] *Bob Tasca III* *Motorcraft/Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center Ford Shelby Mustang*** *Nitro Funny Car class* *NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series* * * *Ninth Annual NHRA Las Vegas Nationals * *The Strip at Las Vegas Moto ... Continue reading
Tasca And Motorcraft/Quicklane Racing Qyalifies FifthIN LAS VEGAS
LAS VEGAS, November 1, 2009: Bob Tasca III and the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing were looking forward to getting to Las Vegas this weekend in hopes of moving up the Funny Car points ladder. In what he called his ‘Game 7,’ Tasca posted solid runs during four rounds of qualifying in Las Vegas. During the opening sessi ... Continue reading
Troy Coughlin Jr. bags first national event trophy in Las Vegas (NHRA/JEGS)
Troy Coughlin Jr. bags first national event trophy in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS (Nov. 1) -- Troy Coughlin Jr. survived eight grueling rounds of Super Comp eliminations to win his first NHRA national event trophy Sunday at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The victory is the first for the third-generation of Coughlins an ... Continue reading
Subaru Reveals Ultimate Sport/Track Wagon at SEMA 2009
CHERRY HILL, N.J., Nov. 2 -- Subaru of America, Inc. is showcasing the Legacy GTk, a concept for a track-ready sport wagon, at the 2009 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Nov. 3-6. A unique design and "added bonus" in the cargo area make the Legacy GTk the perf ... Continue reading
DCH Auto Group Invites Consumers to 'Test Drive' Them with New Advertising Campaign, Website
Innovative campaign, paired with revamped website, complements informed consumer base and enhances car buying, leasing and servicing experiences SOUTH AMBOY, N.J., Nov. 3 -- DCH Auto Group announced today the kick-off of their new advertising and marketing campaign, together with the launch of their redesigned corporat ... Continue reading
SATURDAY: Will Dickies "American Worker of the Year" Pick Winning Driver and Win $1 Million at TMS?
[cid:image001.png@01CA5C77.2F54F140] Dickies American Worker of the Year(r) to Select Dickies 500 Winner for a Shot at $1 Million Michael McGee to randomly select from among the 12 Chase Drivers to win the Dickies 500 Who: 2009 Dickies American Worker of the Year(r) Michael McGee, an agricultural teacher and horse trai ... Continue reading
*CONTACT:* Latisha Petteway petteway.latisha@epa.gov 202-564-3191 202-564-4355 *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* Nov. 3, 2009 * * *EPA Adds Three Hazardous Waste Sites to Superfund's National Priorities List* * * *WASHINGTON** *- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is adding three new hazardous waste sites that pose risks t ... Continue reading
Caged Heat Racing Series release for 11-3-09
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 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 ... Continue reading
2010 Kia Soul Wears Antenna Denim to SEMA
Kia and Antenna Magazine Collaborate with etnies, Huf, Original Penguin, Smart Design, DJ Whoo Kid, Todd Schmidt and In4mation for Artfully Inspired Soul Xpression Program * The worlds of music, fashion and technology collide for Soul Xpression program * Artistic program includes eight eclectic designs for a customized ... Continue reading
Autoglym News From 2009 SEMA Show
Dear Editor, Below please find the latest news from Autoglym, live from SEMA Show. The British car-care company has announced the U.S. availability of several products, as well as a collaboration with the United States Touring Car Championship. If you have any questions or would like to receive product samples or high ... Continue reading
QNX Powers World's Most Advanced Connected Car Concept with Next-Generation Infotainment Platform
OTTAWA, Nov. 4 -- QNX Software Systems, a Harman International company and the global leader in operating systems and middleware for the in-car infotainment market, today announced that its award-winning QNX® CAR application platform is powering the ng Connect Program's LTE Connected Car concept vehicle, which demonst ... Continue reading
11.3 Ferrari sees China to be top 3 market
Ferrari sees China to be top 3 market http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012811/Ferrari-sees-China-to-be-t op-3- market.html Shanghai, November 4 (Gasgoo.com) Italian carmaker Fiat said Tuesday that China is to be one of the top three markets of its luxury cars in 5 years, Reuters reported. Ferrari aimed to sell abo ... Continue reading
11.4Honda to add 500 dealers in China over five years
Honda to add 500 dealers in China over five years http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1012814/Honda-to-add-500-dealers-i n-Chi na-over-five-years.html Shanghai, November 4 (Gasgoo.com) Honda Motor plans to add about 500 car dealerships in China in the coming five years to meet market demand, Bloomberg reported today, ... Continue reading
Popular Heated and Cooled Seat System Offered as Option Since 2003 Model Year NORTHVILLE, Mich., Nov. 4 -- Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing and marketing products based on advanced thermoelectric (TE) technologies, today announced that its proprietary Climate Control Seat® (CCS®) system will be offered ... Continue reading
TRW Reports Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results
LIVONIA, Mich., Nov. 4 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , the global leader in active and passive safety systems, today reported third-quarter 2009 financial results with sales of $3.1 billion, a decrease of 13.5 percent compared to the prior year period. The Company reported GAAP net earnings of $56 million or $0.50 p ... Continue reading
2010 MID-OHIO SPORTS CAR COURSE SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jesse Ghiorzi, 513.461.1514, jghiorzi@midohio.com 2010 MID-OHIO SPORTS CAR COURSE SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED DUBLIN, OH (November 4, 2009)- TrueSports, Inc., owner and operator of Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, announced details of the five race weekends composing its 2010 schedule, the 49th season ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts to Report Third Quarter Results on November 11, 2009
ROANOKE, Va.--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories and maintenance items, will report its third quarter 2009 financial results after market close on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. The Company will detail its results on a conference call scheduled to begin ... Continue reading
Aflac Partners with ScottsMiracle-Gro for NASCAR Races in 2010
Scotts Makes Leap Back Into Sprint Cup with Sponsorship of Carl Edwards COLUMBUS, Ga., Nov. 4 -- Aflac, primary sponsor of Carl Edwards and the No. 99 Aflac Ford Fusion, has announced a partnership with ScottsMiracle-Gro, giving the company primary sponsorship for six Sprint Cup races in the 2010 season. The partnershi ... Continue reading
Leading provider of LTE networks expands the range of mobile broadband applications with innovative automotive connectivity showcase on wheels PARIS, Nov. 4 -- Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris and NYSE: ALU) today highlighted its leading role in the development of the LTE Connected Car concept, an in-vehicle broadband co ... Continue reading
Alcoa Partners with His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales’ Rainforests Project
NEW YORK--Alcoa announced today that it is partnering with The Prince’s Rainforests Project (PRP), an environmental initiative started by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales to protect the rainforests and tackle climate change. Alcoa joins with corporate, NGOs and other groups to support Prince Charles’ action t ... Continue reading
BorgWarner's eGearDrive(TM) Transmission Named 2010 Automotive News PACE Award Finalist
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 4 -- BorgWarner's eGearDrive(TM) transmission has been named a finalist for the prestigious 2010 Automotive News PACE Awards, recognized around the world as the industry symbol of innovation. First commercialized on the Tesla Roadster, the technology has been developed for the emerging vehicle ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Holdings Reports Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.--DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. today reported financial results for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2009. GAAP Results for the Third Quarter 2009 Revenue for the quarter was $58.8 million, as compared to $60.5 million for the third quarter of 2008. GAAP net loss for the quarter was ... Continue reading
ECOtality Signs Definitive Agreements for $15.5 Million Capital Raise
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--ECOtality, Inc. (OTCBB:ETLY), a leader in clean electric transportation and storage technologies, today announced it has entered into definitive agreements with institutional investors, including existing shareholders, for a capital investment of approximately $15.5 million in equity financing. In ad ... Continue reading
ExxonMobil Affiliate and Toray Industries Agree to Form Global Battery Separator Film Joint Venture
HOUSTON--ExxonMobil Chemical’s affiliate TonenGeneral and Toray Industries have agreed to establish a global joint venture for the battery separator film business. It will develop, manufacture and sell lithium ion battery (LIB) separator film and introduce next-generation films to the market. The joint venture will c ... Continue reading
Flamel Technologies Announces Projected Release Date of Third Quarter Results; Conference Call
LYON, France--Flamel Technologies expects to release its financial results for the third quarter of 2009 the morning of November 16th, before the market opening. A conference call to discuss the results has been scheduled for Monday, November 16th, at 8:30 AM (Eastern). A question and answer period is expected to follo ... Continue reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--A 2009 Ford F-150 customized crew cab truck honoring the men and women of our armed forces – the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard – was unveiled at the 2009 SEMA Convention, Nov. 3-9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Freedom Truck, a dark navy blue Ford F-150 Super Crew Lariat ... Continue reading
CAYMAN ISLANDS--Garmin Ltd. today announced third quarter results for the period ended September 26, 2009. Third Quarter 2009 Financial highlights: Total revenue of $781 million, down 10% from $870 million in third quarter 2008 Automotive/Mobile segment revenue decreased 13% to $546 million Outdoor/Fitness segment reve ... Continue reading
GMAC Financial Services Reports Preliminary Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results
- Third quarter net loss of $767 million - Net loss from continuing operations of $671 million - Focus remains on strengthening strategic operations and exiting non-strategic assets - Originated $7.7 billion and $15.9 billion of auto and mortgage loans, respectively - Launched dealer rewards program to promote growth i ... Continue reading
Independent Testing Verifies the Performance of Ingersoll Rand Compressed Air Dryers
Contact: Susan Jaramillo 704-728-8727 susan_jaramillo@irco.com Independent Testing Verifies the Performance of Ingersoll Rand Compressed Air Dryers Davidson, NC – Nov. 4, 2009 – Ingersoll Rand’s refrigerated dryers have been verified against CAGI (Compressed Air and Gas Institute) data sheets by in ... Continue reading
Interactive Player Available: Siemens Smart Chopper to Be Featured on Hit TV Show American Chopper
NEW YORK, Nov. 4 -- The Siemens Smart Chopper, Orange County Choppers' first custom electric motorcycle, will be featured on this week's episode of American Chopper on TLC, airing Thursday, November 5th at 9pm EST. Since first unveiled in August, the Siemens Smart Chopper has been touring the country, participating in ... Continue reading
John Mickel To Compete at ASA South Africa Event
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PRESS RELEASE November 4, 2009 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ For Immediate Release Contact: Kevin Ramsell,ASA Public Relations Director (kramsell@asa-racing.com [mailto:racingpr@me.com]) ... Continue reading
Manheim Unveils Enhancements to Heavy Truck & Equipment Web Site
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Lois Rossi November 4, 2009 Manheim Public Relations (678) 645-2028 MANHEIM UNVEILS KEY ENHANCEMENTS TO WEB SITE AIMED AT BUYERS AND SELLERS OF HEAVY TRUCKS AND EQUIPMENT HT&Eq Web Site Now More Convenient, Educational, Interactive ATLANTA - Thanks to key enhancements to Manheim's heavy t ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ and Iusacell Team-up to Help Educate Consumers on the Benefits of Navigation
Demos, literature, videos and onsite support help consumers learn about navigation on mobile phones CHICAGO, Nov. 4 -- NAVTEQ, the leading global provider of digital map, traffic and location data for in-vehicle, portable, wireless and enterprise solutions, announced today that it is teaming-up with Iusacell, the first ... Continue reading
New Online Community for Drivers Launched: DigMyDrive.com
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 4 -- A new website is encouraging drivers to voice their opinions on all things auto-related - from the coolest new cars and gadgets, to finding a good local mechanic or debating the best songs to sing while driving. DigMyDrive.com (www.digmydrive.com) is a new online community where anyone who drives c ... Continue reading
ng Connect Program Puts Connectivity in the Fast Lane with the LTE Connected Car Concept Vehicle
NEW YORK--The ng Connect Program today announced the LTE Connected Car, a new concept vehicle, that illustrates how 4G/Long Term Evolution (LTE) mobile broadband access technology and the resulting ultra high bandwidth connectivity can bring a wide range of new capabilities to the automobile. The LTE Connected Car conc ... Continue reading
ng Connect Program Reveals the Long Term Evolution (LTE) Connected Car
NEW YORK--The ng Connect Program today announced that the Toyota Prius, the world’s most popular hybrid vehicle, serves as the platform for the program’s first LTE Connected Car. This revolutionary concept vehicle illustrates how 4G/LTE mobile access technology and the resulting ultra high bandwidth connectivity ca ... Continue reading
Orange County Choppers Glides Into the Future With OSRAM SYLVANIA LED Lighting Innovations
First OCC electric chopper features advanced OSRAM LED forward lighting HILLSBORO, N.H., Nov. 4 -- Fans of the popular TLC show American Chopper will witness a first when they tune in this Thursday, November 5 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. The Orange County Choppers (OCC) crew -- founder Paul Sr., -- forges new territory with the c ... Continue reading
Wireless leader also names new program manager SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 4 -- Parrot, a global leader in wireless devices for mobile phones, announces its expanded Certified Installer Program (CIP) with enhanced features including specialized training, enhanced support and promotional programs. Now a year old, Parrot's C ... Continue reading
Parrot's RKi8400 Car Stereo Makes U.S. Debut at SEMA
New hands-free fully-integrated car stereo with iPhone(TM), iPod(R) connection SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 4 -- Parrot, the leader in wireless peripherals for mobile phones, has launched the Parrot RKi8400, a car stereo system for both the iPhone(TM) and the iPod®, in the United States. Debuting at SEMA, the new device co ... Continue reading
PDA Selects Mitchell for Extended Estimate Solutions
PDA Selects Mitchell International for Extended Estimating Solutions Top vehicle and property appraiser renews contract and expands relationship to include WorkCenter(TM) Compliance Manager and WorkCenter(TM)Total Loss solutions San Diego, CA and Fort Worth, TX - November 4, 2009 - Mitchell International, Inc., a leadi ... Continue reading
Raceway Hosts Zero Carbon Motorcycle Race
TTXGP, Infineon Raceway Announce First Zero Carbon Motorcycle Race in United States SONOMA, Calif. (Nov. 4, 2009) - Time Trial eXtreme Grand Prix and Infineon Raceway have announced an alliance that will see the Sonoma road course serve as host site of the first-ever zero carbon motorcycle race in the United States. Bu ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/545a8b/executive_analysis) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Executive Analysis of the Market for Solar Technology Applications in the European Automotive Industry" to their offering. Research Overview This Frost & Sulli ... Continue reading
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Implements DriveCam Across Entire Fleet
SAN DIEGO--DriveCam Inc., a global Driver Risk Management (DRM) company, announced that the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), which operates the Municipal Railway (Muni), has selected DriveCam as its exclusive provider of behavior-based risk mitigation solutions to improve the safety of its fleet a ... Continue reading
Silicon Labs Expands Family of Automotive-Qualified Microcontrollers
AUSTIN, Texas--Silicon Laboratories Inc. , a leader in high-performance, analog-intensive, mixed-signal ICs, today announced a new line of highly C8051F5xx automotive-qualified microcontrollers (MCUs) that enable a dramatic reduction in system cost and footprint in body electronics applications. The highly integrated C ... Continue reading
CONCORD, N.C.--Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (SMI) today reported total revenues of $134.6 million and income from continuing operations of $9.1 million or $0.21 per diluted share for the third quarter 2009. Excluding equity investee losses from Motorsports Authentics, the Company’s merchandising joint venture with Inte ... Continue reading
- http://DriveSmarterChallenge.org - (Editor's note for TV, websites, and blogs: Most tips are illustrated with downloadable B-roll footage at http://DriveSmarterChallenge.org/broadband, and winning contest videos could be used for a humorous story angle.) WASHINGTON, Nov. 4 -- Whether driving to "Grandmother's house" ... Continue reading
Toyota 2010 4Runner Slated for the SCORE Baja 1000 - Nov. 2009
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UQM Technologies to Hold Conference Call Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 4:30 P.M. Eastern Time
FREDERICK, Colo.--UQM Technologies, Inc. (NYSE Amex:UQM), a developer of alternative energy technologies, will hold a conference call with members of the investment community on Thursday, November 5, 2009, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. To participate in the call dial 1-866-212-4491 approximately 10 minutes before the conf ... Continue reading
Valence Technology Reports Fiscal 2010 Second Quarter and Six Month Results
AUSTIN, Texas--Valence Technology, Inc. , a leading U.S. based, international manufacturer and supplier of lithium iron magnesium phosphate energy storage solutions today reported financial results for its fiscal 2010 second quarter and six-months ended Sept. 30, 2009 and provided comment on business developments. “A ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries Announces Management Changes
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Winnebago Industries, Inc. , announced that the Board of Directors on November 3, 2009 elected Randy J. Potts to the position of Senior Vice President, Strategic Planning. In conjunction with the election of Potts, Daryl W. Krieger was appointed to the position of Director, Manufacturing. As Senior V ... Continue reading
X-Rite Announces Conference Call for Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--X-Rite, Incorporated will hold a conference call to discuss the financial results of the third quarter of 2009. The call will be held in conjunction with the Company’s earnings release, which will be published before the market opens on November 11, 2009. Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 Time: ... Continue reading
Jig-A-Clean(TM) Named Editor's Choice Award By Popular Mechanics at 2009 SEMA Show
- Innovative Jig-A-Loo(R) Takes Top Prize Second Year in a Row - LAS VEGAS, Nov. 5 -- Jig-A-Loo USA, Inc. (www.jigaloo.com), makers of innovative automotive and home improvement products, announced today that Jig-A-Clean(TM) has been awarded the Editor's Choice Award from Popular Mechanics at this year's SEMA Show in L ... Continue reading
Business Wire Retail Report on October 2009 Retail Sales Figures
NEW YORK--Business Wire's Monthly Retail Report is available on the day that retail sales figures for the previous month's sales are announced by the various retailers nationwide, usually the first Thursday of each month. The Retail Report is based on information provided and released by the retailers. This chart track ... Continue reading
CHEP Presents Inaugural Carrier Awards at Symposium
ORLANDO, Fla.--CHEP, the global leader in pallet and container pooling services, held the 2009 Carrier Symposium October 20 - 21, 2009 at the Orlando Marriott World Center to recognize the superior achievements of its transportation partners. The highlight of the two-day event was the awards ceremony, which was attende ... Continue reading
John Coughlin facing a must-win race in Las Vegas (NHRA/JEGS)
John Coughlin facing a must-win race in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS (Nov. 5) -- There is no need for any complicated arithmetic for Team JEGS drag racer John Coughlin. His mission as he heads to this weekend's Pacific Division Lucas Oil Series event at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway is simple -- win the race and he'll w ... Continue reading
Teamsters Protest Fiat/Chrysler's Attack on American Carhaul Jobs Outside Embassy of Italy
Call On Italian Government to Hold Company Responsible for Actions WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A delegation of labor representatives and consumer protection advocates joined hundreds of protesters outside the Embassy of Italy in Washington today to call on the Italian government to hold Fiat/Chrysler ... Continue reading
FREDERICK, Colo.--UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (NYSE Amex:UQM), a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that it’s Chief Executive Officer, William G. Rankin, will present at the Thomas Weisel Partners Alternative Energy & Natural Resources Conference on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 2:05 p.m. The co ... Continue reading
EnerDel Wins U.S. Army Contract to Develop Batteries for New 'Hybrid Humvee'
Program Will Test EnerDel's High-Performance Solutions Under the Most Extreme Conditions INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 5 -- Automotive lithium-ion battery maker EnerDel, Inc. announced today that it will be working with the United States Army to develop a next-generation battery system for the hybrid version of the iconic High Mo ... Continue reading
Renault Annoounces European Production Sites for Electric Vehicle Pair
Renault has announced the production sites for two of its forthcoming four-vehicle Z.E. (Zero Emission) range, starting in 2011. The Twizy Z.E. Concept-based city car will be manufactured at its Valladolid plant in Spain, with an electric supermini to be produced at the Flins plant near Paris. ... Continue reading
The 'Lexus' of Cancer Treatment - One Man's Inspiring Drive to Survive
WASHINGTON, Nov. 5It's not very uncommon for a fundraising event to raffle a luxury car, but the Lexus being raffled Saturday night at the 23rd annual Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center Gala has a story behind it that exemplifies the drive to survive. In October of 2006, Suseel Kanagaratnam was diagnosed with stage I ... Continue reading
Honk Aims to Make Car Shopping a Fun, Social Online Experience
SAN FRANCISCO--Honk, a social platform for car shoppers that gathers and shares opinions and insights from like-minded people, today launches its website at www.honk.com. Honkâs first Facebook application, âCars Iâve Owned,â is set to launch next week. Honkâs goal is to make the process of disc ... Continue reading
smartFOCUS Drives AAA to More Than $1 Million Increase in Incremental Sales
BOSTON--AAA, the nationâs largest organization for motorists and leisure travelers, has implemented smartFOCUSâs full suite of marketing software to increase cross-sell and up-sell opportunities across the associationâs more than 51 million members. Since deploying the smartFOCUS solution, AAA has seen a ... Continue reading
The Five Biggest Surprises of the Annual Motor Press Guild Track Day
- Track Day Standouts Impress with Performance and Technology - FONTANA, Calif., Nov. 5 -- You can read the fact sheet and pour over the technical specs, but the only true measure of a car's ability is to get behind the wheel and push it to the limit. The annual Motor Press Guild Track Day, which takes place every Octo ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson Announces Plans For Women Riders Month 2010
Milwaukee to Host Female Riders from Across the Country in May MILWAUKEE, Nov. 5 -- Today Harley-Davidson announced plans to commemorate the 2nd Annual Women Riders Month in May 2010 by hosting women riders in its hometown of Milwaukee, Wis., on May 22 and 23, 2010. Women Riders Month is designed to celebrate the milli ... Continue reading
150,000th Iteris Sensor Hits the Road
SANTA ANA, Calif.--Iteris, Inc. (NYSE Amex: ITI), a leader in the traffic management market that focuses on the application and development of advanced technologies, today announced that the Company has shipped over 150,000 machine-vision sensors to public and private sector clients worldwide. Iteris’ sensors have be ... Continue reading
Affinia Reports Results for the Third Quarter of 2009
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 5 -- Affinia Group Inc., an innovative global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and marketing of industrial grade products and services, today reported its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2009. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20 ... Continue reading
Alcoa to Rebuild, Enhance Forging Press in Cleveland
CLEVELAND--Alcoa announced today that funding has been approved for the complete repair and refurbishment of its 50,000-ton forging press at the company’s Cleveland Works. The project will make Cleveland Works the world’s premier producer of large aluminum and titanium forgings for the defense, aerospace and indust ... Continue reading
FINDLAY, Ohio, Nov. 5 -- COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY has named Brad Hughes as vice president and chief financial officer. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010404/COOPERLOGO ) He succeeds Phil Weaver who, in May, announced his retirement effective at the end of the year. Weaver has served Cooper 19 years an ... Continue reading
Court Confirms Lear's Plan of Reorganization
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 5 -- Lear Corporation, a leading global supplier of automotive seating systems, electrical distribution systems and electronic products, today announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court of the Southern District of New York has entered an order confirming the Company's Plan of Reorganization, clear ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Inventory Optimization Integrates Carfax Auction Tool
DealerTrack Customers Cherry-Pick Auction Vehicles Using Carfax Auction Quick Check CENTREVILLE, Va., Nov. 5 -- Carfax announced today that DealerTrack Inventory Optimization, powered by AAX, has integrated access to Carfax Auction Quick Check. With this new functionality, auction buyers can quickly get key vehicle his ... Continue reading
CONCORD, Ontario--November 5th, 2009. Environmental Solutions Worldwide Inc. (ESW) (OTCBB: ESWW) (Frankfurt Stock Exchange FWB: EOW) through its wholly own subsidiary ESW Canada, is pleased to update shareholders of the Company’s Therma Cat™ Active Level III Plus catalyst sales in the California (CA) market. The Co ... Continue reading
FinishMaster Announces Third Quarter Financial Results
INDIANAPOLIS--FinishMaster, Inc. (Pink Sheets: FMST) today reported net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2009 of $2,996,000, or $0.38 per diluted share, compared with net income of $4,754,000, or $0.60 per diluted share, in the prior year period. For the nine months ended September 30, 2009, net income was $9 ... Continue reading
LONDON, Nov. 5 -- The 2009 Frost & Sullivan European Automotive Advanced Suspension Technologies Excellence in Research Award is presented to Fludicon GmbH (Fludicon) for its successful research and development efforts in Electrorheology and Electro-Rheological Fluid (ERF) based damping systems. (Logo: http://www.newsc ... Continue reading
Gates Corporation Selects Datalliance VMI
CINCINNATI--Datalliance, the leading independent supplier of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) services, today announced that Gates Corporation (Gates), one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial and automotive products, systems and components, has selected Datalliance VMI for their Vendor Managed Inventory ... Continue reading
GEICO Helps Chicago Girl Scouts Earn Road Safety Patch
CHICAGO--While speeding behind the wheel is a definite don’t, it’s full-speed ahead for GEICO and the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana with the DASHboard safety program. On Saturday, Nov. 7, more than 75 Girl Scouts ages 11 – 18 will gather at the Collision Center of America, from 12 p.m. – ... Continue reading
Gordon Murray Design and Zytek Automotive Announce Plans for Electric City Car Program
A new electric city car targeted for Britain using iStream(R), an innovative and sustainable production process LONDON, Nov. 5 -- Gordon Murray Design and Zytek Automotive today announced an all-electric 3-seater city car, made possible through a 4.5m pounds Sterling (US $7.48M) investment from the UK-backed Technology ... Continue reading
SHANGHAI, Nov. 5 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- Green Fleet World 2009 is the only executive summit in Asia Pacific designed for FLEET EXECUTIVES and related industries who are charged with the difficult but essential task of measuring and reducing the environmental impact of their company's operations. "Green Fleet World 2009" ... Continue reading
CLEVELAND, Nov. 5 -- Hawk Corporation (NYSE Amex: HWK) today announced that its third quarter 2009 earnings conference call with financial analysts and investors will take place on Monday, November 9, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern time and will be webcast over the internet. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/2000 ... Continue reading
I.I.I. Finds NY's No-Fault Claims Costs Are Rising
Is New York's No-Fault Auto Insurance Crisis Returning? I.I.I. Analysis Finds Average Cost of No-Fault Claim Has Soared 56 Percent Since 2004 LATHAM, N.Y., Nov. 5 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- New York's auto insurers saw their typical no-fault payment for the medical care of accident victims rise by 56 percent to $8,748 ... Continue reading
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Announces Eastern Rail Deal
LOWELL, Ark.--J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. announced today that it has reached an agreement with Norfolk Southern Corp. (NSC) to develop a new intermodal transportation contract to provide both parties a platform to accelerate the conversion of traditional truck traffic to cost effective, environmentally friendly ... Continue reading
SEFFNER, Fla.--Lazy Days’ R.V. Center, Inc. (the “Company”) today announced it has received the requisite approvals from its lenders and bondholders to move ahead with its previously announced debt restructuring plan. The restructuring plan is expected to eliminate all of the Company’s $137 million of bond debt ... Continue reading
Magna announces third quarter and year to date results
TORONTO, Nov. 5 -- Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.A; NYSE: MGA) today reported financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2009. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- -- THREE MONTHS ENDED NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, SEPTEMBER 30, ---------------- ... Continue reading
MetoKote Investing in German Manufacturing Facility
BERLIN, November 5 -- MetoKote Corporation, a provider of protective coating applications based in the United States, has chosen Germany as the site of its new manufacturing plant. With a EUR 6.5 million investment, the company broke ground last week on its new facility in the Southern German city of Mannheim, Baden-Wu ... Continue reading
Pilkington North America Sales Team to begin Promoting the American Auto Glass Alliance, Inc.
New Alliance to Increase Business for the Automotive Glass Industry COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 5 -- Pilkington North America announces an agreement with American Auto Glass Alliance (AAGA). The AAGA's innovative communications technologies provide 24/7 services assuring greater market penetration and market share within any ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: This Essential China Sourcing Report on Car Electronics is Now Available
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/04635f/china_sourcing_rep) has announced the addition of the "China Sourcing Report: Car Electronics" report to their offering. China's car electronics industry has been advancing consistently over the past five years and expanding faster than the ... Continue reading
Snap-on Incorporated Declares Quarterly Dividend
KENOSHA, Wis.--The Snap-on Incorporated board of directors declared today a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.30 per share payable December 7, 2009 to shareholders of record on November 16, 2009. Snap-on has paid consecutive quarterly cash dividends, without interruption or reduction, since 1939. About Snap-on Snap ... Continue reading
CHANGSHA, China, Nov. 5 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Tongxin International Ltd. , a China-based manufacturer of engineered commercial vehicle body structures ("EVBS" or "Truck Cabs") and stamped body parts, announced its conference call to review the Company's third quarter 2009 financial results. Mr. Rudy Wilson, CE ... Continue reading
UQM Technologies Reports Second Quarter Operating Results
FREDERICK, Colo.--UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (NYSE Amex: UQM), a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today operating results for the quarter and six month period ended September 30, 2009. Operations for the second quarter resulted in a net loss of $496,037 or $0.02 per common share on total revenue of $ ... Continue reading
Canine accessory package allows man's best friend to travel safely and comfortably TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 5 -- What: Pampered pooches and the owners who love them will have a chance Saturday to experience Honda's all-new, first of its kind Dog Friendly Element Package at the Pet-A-Palooza family-friendly pet festival. ... Continue reading
VINtek Offers Electronic Lien and Title Processing in Texas
PHILADELPHIA--VINtek, a provider of automotive collateral management services for banks, credit unions and other automotive finance lenders, announced that the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) expanded its pilot Electronic Lien and Title (ELT) program to statewide operable status on Nov. 2 and VINtek has begu ... Continue reading
Zero Motorcycles & Prosper Team Up to Provide Financing for Electric Motorcycle Buyers
- First Fully Integrated Peer-to-Peer Lending Retail Purchase Financing Solution - SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Nov. 5 -- Zero Motorcycles today announced the availability of consumer financing for U.S. electric motorcycle buyers through an innovative partnership with Prosper.com, the largest peer-to-peer lending marketplace in ... Continue reading
ZF 8-Speed Automatic Transmission Named 2010 Automotive News PACE Award Finalist
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Nov. 5 -- -- New transmission debuted in BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo and 7 Series. -- Transmission improves fuel economy by 14 percent over 5-speed automatic and 6 percent over 6-speed automatic from ZF. -- Modular design allows for integration into hybrid vehicles, resulting in additional fuel economy ... Continue reading
Zipcar Launches Car Sharing Program at Wesleyan University
Student government leadership pivotal in selection of Zipcar MIDDLETOWN, Conn., Nov. 5 -- Zipcar, the world's largest car sharing service, and Wesleyan University today announced the launch of Zipcar's car-sharing program on campus. The decision to offer Zipcar was driven by the Wesleyan Student Assembly as a service t ... Continue reading
Freiberg Jumps Up To Star Mazda Cars This Weekend
SONOMA, November 4, 2009: Ashley Freiberg travels to Infineon Raceway this weekend as enthused as she been during her rookie season in open-wheel racing. The 17-year-old Homer Glen, Ill., youngster comes to the famed Northern California road circuit for the opening round of the Molecule Formula Mazda Challenge, as she ... Continue reading
IZOD Named Titls Sponsor Of Indycar Series
NEW YORK, NY and INDIANAPOLIS, IN (Nov. 5, 2009) â Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation announced today a multi-year agreement in principle with the Indy Racing League (IRL), the sanctioning body for the IndyCar Series, for its IZOD brand to become the title sponsor of the newly renamed IZOD IndyCar Series. The IZOD In ... Continue reading
Land Rover UK Sales up for Third Consecutive Month
Land Rover's UK sales for October 2009 have risen for the third consecutive month in a row. ... Continue reading
Fiat 500 Breaks Into Top 10 Sales Figures for First Time
Further proof of the Fiat 500's sustained success in the UK is illustrated in today's new car registrations figures for October, in which the popular supermini breaks into the Top 10 best sellers list for the first time since its launch in January 2008. ... Continue reading
BMW Group Tops CO2 Cutting Chart
For the second year in a row the BMW Group has cut its average CO2 emissions per car by more than any other automotive manufacturer. According to an independent report published by the European Federation for Transport and Environment, the average reduction across the industry was 3.3 per cent, while BMW Group achieved ... Continue reading
British-Built Type R Exported to Japan
Sales of the Swindon-built, 3-door Civic Type R have begun in Japan, after the first cars were shipped from Southampton last month. ... Continue reading
Nissan Releases Concept Sketch of Light Commercial Electric Vehicle
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd, has released a concept sketch of a light commercial electric vehicle based on the newly launched NV200. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Sales up +106% for Highest Ever October Sales Result
In a market showing signs of recovery, Hyundai's Australian Dealer network has secured another record for the brand, selling 6,281 vehicles and achieving a market share of 7.8%. ... Continue reading
BMW Group Model Range Voted Most Reliable in the UK
Research into nearly 900,000 cars operated by the country's biggest 50 leasing companies has found that BMW Group's model range is the most reliable in Britain - for the second year in a row. ... Continue reading
Audi Wins 18th Golden Steering Wheel Award
Germany's Bild am Sonntag newspaper has awarded a Golden Steering Wheel to the new Audi A5 Sportback. ... Continue reading
Ready to Go - Also on the Road: The BMW M3 GTS
BMW M GmbH building customised one-off models for Clubsport Racing based on the BMW M3 Coupé. Extensive body, engine and suspension modifications coming in a perfectly coordinated all-round package. Market launch in spring 2010. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Opens New R&D Centre in India
Emphasising its emergence as a truly global player in the automotive industry, Hyundai Motor Company opened a new research and development centre in India late last month ... Continue reading
Peugeot Unveils Its Innovative New Concept Car: The BB1 - Mobility For The Future - VIDEO ENHANCED
Last night saw the unveiling of Peugeot's innovative new concept, the BB1 at The Hospital Club in London. With its BB1 concept, Peugeot has created a totally new solution to the current and future needs of urban mobility. The BB1 concept is the first ever full electric vehicle that can seat up to four adults in a space ... Continue reading
2nd Annual Hong Kong Wine and Spirits Fair a Big Success - VIDEO ENHANCED
The Auto Channel's lifestyle series Car & Grill presents a look at the growing wine market in China and Asia Exhibitors Double for Wine and Spirits Fair 2009 November 6, 2009: More than 520 exhibitors from 34 countries and regions took part in the HKTDC Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair, which opened Wednesda ... Continue reading
Don't Buy a Vehicle That Should Have Been Scrapped
Experian's AutoCheck now indicates if the vehicle you intend to buy was traded in under the Cash for Clunkers program SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Nov. 5 -- While those gas-guzzling vehicles traded in as part of the Consumer Assistance Recycle and Save (CARS) Act -- or "Cash for Clunkers" -- are set to be scrapped, the possibilit ... Continue reading
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