Mercedes-Benz USA's November Sales Figures
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on December 1, 2005 at 4:00 PM CST It's the beginning of the month, and by now I'm sure you all know what that means - it's time for, drum roll please, Mercedes' financial news. Please, hold your applause. First up is Mercedes-Benz of USA, who is reporting sales of 18,284 new vehicles fo ... Continue reading
PARK RIDGE, N.J., Dec. 1 -- The Hertz Corporation (the "Company") announced on October 17, 2005 that it and/or its subsidiary, Hertz Finance Centre plc ("Hertz Finance" and, together with the Company, "Hertz") had commenced a tender offer (the "Offer") to purchase for cash any and all of the outstanding EUR200,000,000 ... Continue reading
PARK RIDGE, N.J., Dec. 1 -- The Hertz Corporation ("Hertz") announced on October 17, 2005 that it had commenced tender offers (the "Offers") to purchase for cash any and all of the following outstanding notes described in the table below (the "Notes") and consent solicitations (the "Solicitations") for certain proposed ... Continue reading
- Competition open to all NNPA-member publications - Winner receives $10,000 - Deadline for entries is January 31, 2006 FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Dec. 1 -- Publishers of the nation's black newspapers can win $10,000 for their publication by demonstrating their business savvy in the 2006 DaimlerChrysler Financial Service ... Continue reading
AAA's Travel Challenge Encourages Teens' Geography, Travel Knowledge
BURNSVILLE, Minn., Dec. 1 -- If you are driving due west from Dodge City, which state will you first come to? In what state is the world- famous Waimea Canyon? What is the Loire Valley famous for? High school students across the United States soon will tackle questions about fjords, freeways, French-speaking islands an ... Continue reading
Fitch Rates Capital One Auto Finance Trust (COAFT) 2005-D
NEW YORK--Dec. 1, 2005--Fitch rates Capital One Auto Finance Trust (COAFT) 2005-D as follows: -- $249,000,000 4.42750% class A-1 asset-backed notes 'F1+'; -- $427,000,000 4.79% class A-2 asset-backed notes 'AAA'; -- $221,000,000 4.81% class A-3 asset-backed notes 'AAA'; -- $503,000,000 LIBOR + .04% class A-4 asset-back ... Continue reading
Tripath Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2005 Financial Results
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Dec. 1, 2005--Tripath Technology Inc. , creators of Digital Power Processing (DPP(R)) technology and Class-T(R) advanced 1-bit digital audio amplifiers, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and for fiscal 2005 (ended September 30, 2005). Net revenues for the fourth quarter of fiscal ... Continue reading
Columbia Sportswear Named Official Apparel Sponsor of Jeep Ski/Snowboard Series
PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 1 -- Columbia Sportswear Company , a global leader in the active outdoor apparel and footwear industries, announced its return as the official apparel sponsor of the 2005-2006 Jeep King of the Mountain Series. Proclaimed as the richest and most prestigious professional snow racing series in the wor ... Continue reading
The Fiat Sedici marks a veritable leap in the compact SUV scenario because it is the result of a style and design approach whose distinguishing feature is freedom of choice. The new model is a fusion of different vehicle types: it combines the driving satisfaction and handling features of a compact Fiat with the off-ro ... Continue reading
Citroën C-AirPlay: A New Experience in Driving Sensations
Citroën has issued the following press release:Unveiled at the 2005 Bologna Motor Show, C-AirPlay is a fresh interpretation of a supermini designed for an active and dynamic lifestyle. The original body architecture features a curvy exterior with no sharp breaks in the design lines, and an uncluttered cabin that place ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports November and 2005 Year-to-Date Sales
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Dec. 1 -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported November sales of 26,844 vehicles, an increase of 11 percent over the 24,095 vehicles sold the same month last year. The BMW Group also reported year-to-date sales of 278,120 vehicles, up 4 percent over the 266,819 vehicle ... Continue reading
Bologna Motor Show - Fiat Oltre Unveiled
Bologna December 1, 2005; The "Oltre Fiat" show car was presented today at the Bologna Motor Show in a spectacular display; this unique model confirms the Fiat Group's technological excellence even in the large four-wheel drive and off-road segment. It is derived from the Iveco LMV (Light Multirole Vehicle), the new mi ... Continue reading
Afton Chemical Launches New Lubricity Additive
RICHMOND, Va.--Dec. 1, 2005--Afton Chemical Corporation has announced the launch of its newest product, HiTEC(R) 4142 Lubricity Additive, for diesel fuel applications. As a cost effective solution, this recent upgrade to Afton Chemical's diesel fuel additive line delivers maximum performance with a minimum additive dos ... Continue reading
Hertz Puts 'Fun' Into Car Rental by Featuring a Wide Selection of Reservable Sporty Vehicles
-- Hertz Now Offers New Sports Car, Convertible and SUV Options, All Featuring SIRIUS(R) Satellite Radio -- PARK RIDGE, N.J., Dec. 1 -- Further enhancing its position as the leader at U.S. airports in the leisure car rental market, Hertz has launched the Hertz Fun Collection, featuring vehicles tailor-made for traveler ... Continue reading
International Speedway Corporation Buys Action Performance
TEMPE, Ariz.--Dec. 1, 2005--Action Performance Companies, Inc. ("Action") today announced that, at a special meeting of the shareholders of Action held today, the Action shareholders voted to approve the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of August 29, 2005 (the "Agreement"), by and among International Speedway Cor ... Continue reading
Hyundai Reports November 2005 Sales Increase
Sonata Sets New Record and Leads Sales Surge With 117% Jump Over Last November FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Hyundai Motor America sold 33,383 units during the month of November, setting a new, all-time record for the month. Year-to-date sales of Hyundai vehicles in the U.S. are up 12.5 percent over the same perio ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Records 18, 284 New Vehicle Sales in November 2005
MONTVALE, N.J., Dec. 1 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported sales of 18,284 new vehicles in November, bringing the year-to-date total sales to 192,877. In the luxury light truck segment, the M-Class continued its strong momentum in the market with 2,980 new vehicles, a 27.5 percent increase over November 2004. I ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Reports November 2005 U.S. Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) today reported November sales of 8,902 units -- a 7.2 percent increase from November 2004 and the second consecutive month of a year-over-year sales increase. "We continue to believe that rebuilding our brand is a matter of succeeding one step at ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Reports U.S. Sales for November 2005
* Year-to-Date Chrysler Brand Sales Achieve Highest Annual Totals Ever * Retail Sales for November Increase 24 Percent Over October 2005 Sales * Jeep Commander Sales Increase 23 Percent over October 2005 Sales * Retail Sales of Minivans with Exclusive Stow 'n Go Seating Increase 61 Percent Over Prior Month * Chrysler 3 ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces November Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced sales of 20,091 units for November 2005. Year-to-date sales for KMA totaled 257,084, 2.9-percent ahead of the record sales pace set in 2004. "We look forward to a strong sales close to 2005 and to continue this momentum in 2006 with six new or redesigne ... Continue reading
AutoTrader.com Raises Consumer Awareness of Internet Fraud Issue
Company Creates Internal Task Force and Posts Educational Tips on Homepage ATLANTA, Dec. 1 -- AutoTrader.com, the #1 online automotive classified advertising company in the U.S., is making consumer fraud awareness a top priority. Since educating site users and dealer customers is the best defense against fraudulent act ... Continue reading
Exa Corporation selects Simmetrix tools for Fluid Flow Simulation
CLIFTON PARK, N.Y.--Dec. 1, 2005--Simmetrix Inc., the leading provider of component software for simulation-based design, today announced that Exa(R) Corporation, developer of PowerFLOW(R), a unique approach to fluid flow simulation software for engineers to analyze complex fluid flow problems, has licensed Simmetrix I ... Continue reading
Subaru Signs Travis Pastrana to Lead Subaru Rally Team USA
-- Company to showcase 2006 Subaru Impreza WRX in the Rally America National Championship -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Dec. 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced it has signed Supercross and Motorcross Champion, multi-time X Games gold medallist, and up-and-coming rally star Travis Pastrana to lead Subaru Rally Team US ... Continue reading
GM November 2005 Sales Results
GM Reports 281,288 Deliveries in November Chevrolet Impala, Pontiac G6 and Buick LaCrosse Pace Strengthening Mid-Size Car Sales Led by New H3, HUMMER Ranks as Fastest-Growing Brand in U.S. Pontiac and Saturn Post Double-Digit Sales Gains DETROIT - General Motors dealers in the United States sold 281,288 new cars and tr ... Continue reading
November Results Push Acura Sales Closer to New All-time Record for the Year
TL Posts Record Sales TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Strong demand for the TL performance luxury sedan pushed Acura November sales to 13,882 units based on the daily selling rate, the division announced today. Acura year-to-date sales of 190,989 rose 7.2 percent versus 2004. The TL performance luxury sedan set a November ... Continue reading
American Honda Records 2005 As Best-Ever November Sales
Ridgeline Posts Best Month Ever; Record Sales of Pilot Boost Truck Sales TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Total Honda and Acura November automobile sales increased 6.4 percent over last year to 105,860, and shattered the previous record of 98,075 set in 2002. Driven by November's 15.3 percent increase in Honda truck sales, ... Continue reading
Record-Setting Suzuki Sales up 14 Percent in November; Grand Vitara Sales Continue to Grow
BREA, Calif.--Dec. 1, 2005--American Suzuki Motor Corp. (ASMC) today announced sales of 5,707 vehicles in November, representing a 14 percent increase over November 2004 and making it the best November sales month in company history. Currently, Suzuki is maintaining a 10 percent increase in total sales over last year. ... Continue reading
"General Motors Leadership Doesn't Get It," Says Leadership Expert
"The automaker is paying the price for neglecting a key strategic driver: a leadership strategy." Williamstown, MA (PRWEB) December 1, 2005 -- Leadership expert, Brent Filson, says that the recent job cuts and reorganization of General Motors is not so much the result of marketplace dynamics but of the compan ... Continue reading
PA DCED Secretary Issues Statement on Status of General Motors Plant in West Mifflin
HARRISBURG, Pa., Dec. 1 -- Community and Economic Development Secretary Dennis Yablonsky today issued the following statement on the potential closing of General Motors Corp.'s stamping plant in West Mifflin: "Governor Rendell is committed to improving Pennsylvania's economy, and as our investments continue to enhance ... Continue reading
Motorola and PIPS Technology Expand License Plate Reader Technology
Police Get Quick Access to 'Wanted' Lists Via In-Car Laptops SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Dec. 1 -- Car thieves, fugitives and Amber Alert suspects are just some of the targets of innovative license plate reader technology that Motorola, Inc. and PIPS Technology are releasing to public safety organizations nationwide. The Automat ... Continue reading
LED and HID Technologies Could Be Price-Comparable by 2011 for the Automotive Exteriors Market
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 1, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28788) has announced the addition of The global automotive exterior LED market to their offering Their small size, powerful light emission, extreme reliability, low energy requirement and long lifespan support the widely hel ... Continue reading
Go to College, Get a New Car: Top Schools Turn to Car Sharing to Improve Campus Life
Facing Higher Fuel Prices, Skyrocketing Infrastructure Costs and Transportation Challenges, Universities Partner with Zipcar to Bring Car Sharing to Students, Faculty and Local Neighborhoods CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 1 -- This winter, the hottest new trend on college campuses just might be brand new cars for all students, ... Continue reading
Alcoa Awarded Contract to Produce Aluminum Castings for Tactical Tomahawk Missile Program
PITTSBURGH--Dec. 1, 2005--Alcoa announced today that its Alcoa Forged Products and Aluminum Castings business has signed a five-year contract with Klune Industries, a supplier of finish-machined parts to prime contractor Raytheon, to manufacture high-strength aluminum structural castings for the U. S. Navy's Tactical T ... Continue reading
First Car: Tips For Finding The Best Car For Your Teen This Holiday Season
--If your teenager has just earned their driver's license, there is little doubt as to what is on their holiday wish list. Year-end sales are also making vehicles for your teenager easier to afford. But parents need to consider many car features before handing over the keys to a teen. A video report from General Motors ... Continue reading
BROOKFIELD, Wis.--Dec. 1, 2005--Two proven leaders in the automotive finance industry, business units of the Fiserv Lending Solutions Group of Fiserv, Inc. , have joined forces to offer the industry's most comprehensive set of software and services. The newly formed Fiserv Automotive Solutions (FAS) division includes t ... Continue reading
GTCR and Capella Healthcare Announce Acquisition of Four HCA Hospitals
CHICAGO--Dec. 1, 2005--GTCR Golder Rauner LLC, one of the nation's leading private equity firms, today announced that Capella Healthcare has completed its acquisition of four hospitals from HCA, Inc. The four facilities include two in Tennessee and one each in Washington and Oklahoma. This transaction marks the first h ... Continue reading
HOUSTON, Dec. 1 -- Vehicles were not intended to hibernate during the winter. Jiffy Lube(R) maintenance experts offer the following advice to get vehicles into shape for colder temperatures and to save money on fuel. Keep the Juices Flowing Replace vital fluids such as motor oil, differential fluid and transmission flu ... Continue reading
The Innovation Group and Auto Club Insurance Association Reinvigorate Technical Support Relationship
HARTFORD, Conn.--Dec. 1, 2005--The Innovation Group and the Auto Club Insurance Association (ACIA) announced plans today to extend and strengthen their technology support relationship around The Innovation Group's Policy Administration system. Under the renewed agreement, The Innovation Group will extend software solut ... Continue reading
Recipe Book Featuring AAA Diamond-Rated Restaurants and Hotels Part of Ongoing Campaign to Reduce Deaths and Injuries Caused by Drunk Driving AURORA, Ill., Dec. 1 -- The latest vintage of nonalcoholic drink recipes from AAA offers big bouquets and rich flavors as AAA seeks to take the alcohol, but not the fun, out of u ... Continue reading
All-New 2006 Honda Civic Si Arrives at Dealerships
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced the all-new 2006 Honda Civic Si Coupe is debuting today at dealerships nationwide with a suggested retail price of $19,990. New features on all 2006 Si models include: -- 197-horsepower*, 2.0-liter i-VTEC(TM) 4-cylinder engine -- 6-speed manual trans ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor to Host Analyst Day Presentation in New York
Available Via Web Cast and Conference Call TROY, Mich., Dec. 1 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. will host a listen-only Web cast and conference call of its Analyst Day presentation between 8:30 and 11:30 a.m. (ET) on Thursday, Dec. 8. The presentation will include an analysis and discussion of the company's markets and strategies ... Continue reading
* General Counsel Christopher A. Taravella to Retire at End of Year Following Distinguished 20-Year Career * Associate General Counsel since 1998, Hackman will be First Female Executive to Lead Company's Office of the General Counsel FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Dec. 1 -- DaimlerChrysler Services North America announced to ... Continue reading
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: New-Vehicle Buyers Increasingly Accepting of Import Brands
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- New-vehicle buyers are increasingly accepting of import brands, and those who purchase domestic vehicles are less likely to cite an aversion to imports as a reason for buying a domestic brand, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2005 Avoider Study(SM) released today. (Logo: ht ... Continue reading
LEXUS BECOMES LATEST ELITE MANUFACTURER TO JOIN GROWING AMERICAN LE MANS SERIES
BRASELTON, Ga. (Dec. 1, 2005) – Culminating an unprecedented week of competitor growth, the American Le Mans Series announced today Lexus as the second of two elite manufacturers that in a three-day span have made commitments to field a two-car, factory-backed racing program for the 2006 season. For its “Passionate ... Continue reading
Lexus to Race New IS 350 in the American Le Mans Series in 2006
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Just six weeks after introducing the new IS 350 to the American market, Lexus announced today that it will enter the powerful luxury sport sedan in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS) GT2 class in 2006 with a two-car team. Under a new-for-2006 "S2" vehicle preparation standard, the IS 350 sed ... Continue reading
Mazda Now Offering SIRIUS Satellite Radio As Port Installed Option
Six-Month Subscription Included When Vehicle is Purchased NEW YORK, Dec. 1 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that Mazda is now offering SIRIUS as a port- installed option on the following 2006 model year vehicles. * MAZDA3 * MAZDA6 * Mazda RX-8 * MPV * Tribute * MAZDA5 * Mazda MX-5 Miata "We're very pleased tha ... Continue reading
MultiVu Video Feed: Buyers Beware - Some Deals Really Are Too Good to Be True
Be An Educated Consumer and Learn the Red Flags of Internet Fraud NEW YORK, Dec. 1 -- The Internet can be a wonderful, convenient resource for consumers looking for merchandise at great prices. But how do you really know that an advertisement is legit, and you will actually get what you paid for? The National Internet ... Continue reading
UniStates' New Hybrid Composites Provide Strength On-Demand
WALTHAM, Mass.--Dec. 1, 2005--UniStates announces new hybrid composites that use dual systems to carry heavier loads with less material. Unlike ordinary composites, these new hybrid composites have load-bearing systems that operate in tandem and can be activated sequentially. One system carries initial loads while the ... Continue reading
"Teens on the Road to Safety" In 11 States; Offers Cash, Bonds to Teen Drivers for Driving Safely
WARWICK, R.I.--Dec. 1, 2005--To help save lives and encourage good driving habits during teens' first years on the road, MetLife Auto & Home(R) has announced that it is introducing the company's "Teens on the Road to Safety" program to customers in 11 states: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Maine ... Continue reading
Alcoa Obtains Low-Impact Hydropower Certification; New Upgrades Increase Generating Capacity
PITTSBURGH and ALCOA, Tenn.--Dec. 1, 2005--Alcoa announced today that the independent, non-profit Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) has certified Alcoa Power Generating Inc.'s (APGI) Tapoco hydroelectric project as an environmentally-responsible, low-impact hydropower project that meets and exceeds the most string ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Announces Executive Appointments
DETROIT, Dec. 1 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced the following financial executive appointments effective January 1, 2006: Michael K. Simonte has been appointed vice president and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Simonte previously served as vice p ... Continue reading
An Instant Outline of the 2005 Truck Market in Eastern Europe Including New Trucks
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 1, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28503) has announced the addition of Eastern Europe Panorama Trucks 2005 to their offering. Our Eastern Europe Panorama Trucks 2005 report provides 2004 year-end market data, with 2005 estimates and five-year forecasts. The ... Continue reading
BMW Models Continue to Dominate on LeaseCompare.com's Top 10 List
December 01, 2005 07:30 AM US Eastern Timezone BMW Models Continue to Dominate on LeaseCompare.com's Top 10 List CINCINNATI, Ohio.--Dec. 1, 2005--Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), the leader in online direct-to-consumer auto leasing, released a list of the top 10 most requested vehicles from its popular auto le ... Continue reading
SAN FRANCISCO--Dec. 1, 2005--Business Engine has announced the availability of BEN Business Intelligence(TM) (BI). This new product provides organizations with intelligent insight into all aspects of the project portfolio, be it analyzing a candidate portfolio, reporting on program financials or dissecting the details ... Continue reading
Fidelity Bank Now Fully Integrated on RouteOne's Credit Application Management System
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Dec. 1 -- RouteOne LLC announced today that Atlanta, Georgia-based Fidelity Bank is now a live finance source available to dealers on the RouteOne credit application management system (CAMS). DaimlerChrysler Services, Ford Motor Credit Company, General Motors Acceptance Corporation, and Toyota ... Continue reading
Magna to purchase roof systems business from Porsche
AURORA, ON, Dec. 1 -- Magna International Inc. announced today that it has signed an agreement with Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG pursuant to which Magna will acquire CTS Fahrzeug-Dachsysteme GmbH, Bietigheim-Bissingen ("CTS"), based in Germany. CTS is one of the world's leading manufacturers of roof systems for the auto ... Continue reading
Noble International Announces Quarterly Dividend
WARREN, Mich., Dec. 1 -- Noble International, Ltd. announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share of Noble common stock to be paid December 30, 2005 to stockholders of record December 15, 2005. SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT Noble International, Ltd. is a leading supplier of aut ... Continue reading
Petersen/ White Lightning Lightning Bolts - News and Notes for December
Lightning Bolts- News, Notes and Story Ideas 2005 – Month of December No. 31 MMPIE/ PAWS/ Michelin Porsche 911 GT3 RSR Web: www.petersenmotorsports.com Eco-Racing Awards for the 2005 season continue to roll into the Las Vegas race shop of Petersen Motorsports/ White Lightning Racing. On November 26, the Automobile Cl ... Continue reading
Pickups Plus Inc. Franchisee Expands with New State-of-the-Art Facility in Ohio
CINCINNATI--Dec. 1, 2005--Pickups Plus (OTCBB:PUPS), a retail company that specializes in the aftermarket accessory and environmental protection businesses, today announced that its most successful franchisee has opened a new state-of-the-art facility in Columbus, Ohio. The new store, at over 10,000 square feet, is twi ... Continue reading
Saab USA Selects OEConnection's D2DLink(R) as Preferred Dealer Parts Sourcing Tool
RICHFIELD, Ohio, Dec. 1 -- Saab dealers can now take advantage of D2DLink, the automotive industry's largest subscriber-based online parts procurement and fulfillment tool. OEConnection LLC, a leader in ecommerce procurement and analysis solutions for the automotive original equipment replacement parts business, announ ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company renews contract with TechTeam to provide global desktop support services SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Dec. 1 -- TechTeam Global, Inc., , a worldwide provider of information technology (IT) and business process outsourcing support services, today announced a three-year contract renewal with Ford Motor Company t ... Continue reading
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--Dec. 1, 2005--United Auto Group, Inc. , a worldwide automotive retailer, announces the completion of its expansion projects for the Lexus brand in Chandler, Arizona, and Warwick, Rhode Island. Located in the rapidly growing area of southeast Phoenix at Ray Road and the Interstate I-10 freeway, ... Continue reading
Cummins Powers Education for Rural Chinese Orphans
BEIJING, Dec. 1 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- On November 25, 2005 Cummins, a global manufacturer of diesel engines, and World Vision, a non-profit international relief and development agency, entered into an agreement to provide tuition and living subsidies for 400 orphans in rural Yunnan province, and also conduct research ... Continue reading
Ford's November U.S. Sales Improve Versus October But Lower Than Year Ago
* Ford Motor Company's U.S. sales totaled 201,711 in November, down 15 percent compared with a year ago. * November sales were 1 percent higher than October (up 5 percent at retail). * Combined sales for the Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln Zephyr climb 34 percent compared with October. * Land Rover dealers repo ... Continue reading
IntelliChoice.com Announces New Car Best Deals for December 2005
CAMPBELL, Calif.--Dec. 1, 2005--IntelliChoice.com, the leading source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, today announced its "Best Deals of the Month" selections for December, identifying the vehicles with the best ownership cost value in 29 respective classes. IntelliChoice.com's "Best Deals of the Mont ... Continue reading
Audi of America Reports 2005 Best November Sales
Third record month in a row - Audi's best November sales in history AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 1 -- With its third record month in a row, Audi of America, Inc. is reporting its November 2005 sales, the best November result achieved in the company's history. Sales of 7,909 units are up 15% over November 2004. Strongest p ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Announces November 2005 Sales
GARDENA, Calif.--Dec. 1, 2005--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) reported 77,212 total sales in November, posting a 7.8 percent decrease over last year. The Infiniti Division posted a 14.1 percent decrease in sales while the all-new Infiniti M posted strong sales and had its best November ever. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS -- Nove ... Continue reading
Toyota Reports 2005 Best Ever November Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported best-ever November sales of 169,665 vehicles, an increase of 5.6 percent over last November. Calendar-year-to-date (CYTD) sales total 2,057,017, up 10.3 percent over the same period last year. "As the market rebounds and consumer confide ... Continue reading
Mazda Announces November 2005 Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Mazda North American Operations today released the following sales figures for November 2005: Mazda North American Operations - November 2005 Month-To-Date Year-To-Date November November % November November % 2005 2004 Change 2005 2004 Change Mazda3 6,691 4,071 64% 90,502 70,662 28% Mazda5 709 ... Continue reading
Subaru November 2005 Sales Rise
- Company on pace to set third consecutive all-time sales record this year - CHERRY HILL, N.J., Dec. 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported a rise in November sales totaling 14,521 units, an increase of five percent for the month over last year. Total sales are also up five percent year-to-date from the previous y ... Continue reading
Porsche Cars North America Reports November 2005 Sales
Best November in History: Sales Up 10 Percent ATLANTA, Dec. 1 -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, today announced November retail sales in the United States totaled 2,675 cars, an increase of 10 percent compared to ... Continue reading
Import More High Mpg Cars, Not More Fuel
Survey: 9 Out of 10 Americans Want Access to Dozens of Car Models That Get High mpg Ratings ... But are not Sold in U.S. Built-in Market: 2.5 Million Americans Frustrated in Trying to Purchase Fuel-Efficient Cars; Why do Only 5 Car Models in U.S. get Combined Mileage of 40mpg or More, When 86 Car Models not Sold Here d ... Continue reading
Report Says New-Vehicle Buyers Increasingly Accepting of Import Brands
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.: 1 December 2005 —New-vehicle buyers are increasingly accepting of import brands, and those who purchase domestic vehicles are less likely to cite an aversion to imports as a reason for buying a domestic brand, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2005 Avoider StudySM released today ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars of North America Reports November 2005 Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (VCNA) reports sales of 9,444 units for November, representing a 21.5 percent decrease compared to the same period last year. For the month, unit sales in North America were as follows: United States* -- 8,111; Canada -- 1,014; and, Mexico -- 319. VCNA, part o ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler AG Reports 3 Percent Decrease in U.S. Sales for Passenger Vehicles for November 2005
- Chrysler Group Reports Sales of 159,898 Vehicles, a 3 Percent Decrease Unadjusted (7 Percent Decrease Adjusted) for November 2005 - Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Sales of 18,284 Vehicles, a 3 Percent Decrease Unadjusted for November 2005 NEW YORK, Dec. 1 -- DaimlerChrysler AG , the third largest U.S. auto maker, today re ... Continue reading
World and North American Debuts Headline LA Auto Show
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 1 -- More than 30 World or North American premieres will help give the final January LA Auto Show a big send-off on media days, Jan. 4 and 5, 2006, before the show moves to its new dates in November 2006. With the LA Auto Show only 30 days away, automakers are finalizing their introduction plans. Medi ... Continue reading
Ciasulli Says Chery/Visionary Vehicles Joint Venture Is Solid Gold For The American Market
Union, NJ - December 1, 2005 -Tim Ciasulli, CEO of Planet Honda and Head of the Visionary Vehicles Dealer Board, said that in all of his family's years of selling almost a million automobiles, he has never seen anything as spectacular as what the American public is about to experience when the first Chinese automobiles ... Continue reading
Magna to Purchase Roof Systems Business From Porsche
AURORA, Canada, December 1 -- Magna International Inc. announced today that it has signed an agreement with Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG pursuant to which Magna will acquire CTS Fahrzeug-Dachsysteme GmbH, Bietigheim-Bissingen ("CTS"), based in Germany. CTS is one of the world's leading manufacturers of roof systems for ... Continue reading
CSK Auto Corporation To Purchase Murray's Discount Auto Stores; Revises Full Year Guidance
PHOENIX--Dec. 1, 2005--CSK Auto Corporation , the parent company of CSK Auto, Inc. (referred to herein collectively as the "Company"), a specialty retailer in the automotive aftermarket, announced today that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Murray's Inc. and its subsidiary, Murray's Discount ... Continue reading
World Premiere of New Meriva; GM Presents More Than a Dozen Debuts at 30th Bologna Motor Show
BOLOGNA, Italy & ZURICH, Switzerland--Dec. 1, 2005--This year's Bologna Motor Show, taking place from December 3 to 11, marks the 30th anniversary of the largest Italian automobile exhibition. General Motors , the world's largest automaker, rises to the occasion and presents one world premiere and 13 additional debuts ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Reports True Cost of Incentives: November Incentives Climb to Record Levels
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Dec. 1, 2005--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, reported today that the average automotive manufacturer incentive in the U.S. was $2,413 per vehicle sold in November 2005 (the highest for any November), up $18, or one percent, from November 2004, and up $401, or ... Continue reading
BMW Models Continue to Dominate on LeaseCompare.com's Top 10 List
CINCINNATI, Ohio.--Dec. 1, 2005--Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), the leader in online direct-to-consumer auto leasing, released a list of the top 10 most requested vehicles from its popular auto leasing website www.LeaseCompare.com for the second quarter of 2005. BMW's new redesigned 3 Series models and the a ... Continue reading
All-New 2006 Honda Civic Si Arrives at Dealerships
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 1 -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced the all-new 2006 Honda Civic Si Coupe is debuting today at dealerships nationwide with a suggested retail price of $19,990. New features on all 2006 Si models include: -- 197-horsepower*, 2.0-liter i-VTEC(TM) 4-cylinder engine -- 6-speed manual trans ... Continue reading
Hydrogenics Awarded German Road Certification for Public Transit Vehicle
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario--Dec. 1, 2005-- Fuel Cell Powered "Midi Bus" now available for campus settings and city centers with stringent emissions regulations Hydrogenics Corporation (TSX:HYG) today announced that Germany's TUV Rheinland Group (www.tuv.com), a leading international technical service provider, awarded Hydrog ... Continue reading
Jeep(R) Announces Pricing for All-New 2006 Grand Cherokee SRT8
Quickest, Most Powerful Jeep Ever Combines 420-Horsepower HEMI(R) and Four-Wheel Drive - All-new 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 priced at $39,995 - SRT performance: Zero to 60 mph in less than five seconds, quarter-mile in less than 14 seconds - Quicker than Porsche Cayenne Turbo, BMW X5 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 1 -- J ... Continue reading
EPA Certifies AFV Solutions' Bifuel System for Automobile Engines
Approves Gasoline/Propane Conversion for Ford 4.6 Liter Engines MESA, Ariz., Dec. 1 -- AFV Solutions, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: AFVS) , a diversified energy company, has received a certificate of conformity from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its gasoline/propane bifuel conversion system for the model year 20 ... Continue reading
Kia Motors overseas sales rise 6.8% in November
News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michael Choo ( <mailto:cdore@kia.co.kr> mjc@kia.co.kr), International Communications Manager, Kia Motors Corporation, Tel: +82-2- 3464-6574, Fax: +82-2-3464-6845 Kia Motors overseas sales rise 6.8% in November - 66,331 vehicles sold overseas in October - Sales in Europe and general m ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Wins Domestic Chinese Door Module Business
Company Announces Contract Valued at $79 Million with a Leading Automotive Manufacturer in China SHANGHAI, China, Dec. 1 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. announced today that its Light Vehicle Systems (LVS) business group will provide a leading automotive manufacturer in China with a complete sealed door module, including window ... Continue reading
Compliant Controllers Help Automotive Manufacturers Make Intelligent Automobiles a Reality
MUNICH, Germany--Dec. 1, 2005--Freescale Semiconductor is paving the way for the autonomous car by becoming the first company to offer both integrated and stand-alone FlexRay(TM) controllers -- the MC9S12XFR and MFR4300 -- based on the latest FlexRay version 2.1 protocol. As the leading supplier of microcontrollers to ... Continue reading
Nuvera, Fiat Powertrain Technologies, and Centro Ricerche Fiat Sign Fuel Cell Engine Partnership
Joint agreement targets development and supply of high-efficiency hydrogen fuel cell systems to the Fiat Group and automotive OEMs around the world MILAN and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 1 -- Nuvera Fuel Cells, a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of fuel cell power systems, today announced it reached a multi-year ... Continue reading
RV Business Newsmaker of the Year Named for 2005
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 1 -- A lot of things happened in the RV industry during 2005. It was a year in which companies were changed by economic and nature's forces -- gas prices and hurricanes -- that were well beyond their control. In spite of all of these obstacles, no event triggered a greater reaction in the RV indus ... Continue reading
By Darrell Dawsey, FCN Bio-material researchers at the Ford Research and Innovation Center in Dearborn, from to right Christine Perry, Kelly Williams, Ellen Lee, Ph. D., Debbie Mielewski, Ph. D., Angela Harris and Cynthia Flanigan, Ph. D. Research engineer Christine Perry has spent nearly three decades toiling in corpo ... Continue reading
NHTSA Crash and Rollover Ratings Model Year 2006
NHTSA 26-05 Monday, November 21, 2005 Contact: Rae Tyson, Telephone: (202) 366-9550 The first round of government crash tests for new model year 2006 passenger vehicles have resulted in five getting top honors. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently completed its first round of front and si ... Continue reading
General Motors and Workhorse Expand Class-C Chassis Portfolio
More choices for RV owners; Turbo-diesel engine available Louisville, KY - Offering the comfort and power of a full-size SUV or pickup truck, General Motors announces the availability of the 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel engine for the 12,300-pound Class-C chassis. In addition to the 14,050-pound chassis, General Moto ... Continue reading
Top Safety Ratings for Saab Active Head Restraints
All Saab 9-3 and 9-5 models have now achieved top marks for protection against neck injury following the latest round of rear-end collision tests conducted by the Thatcham insurance research center in the United Kingdom. All are fitted as standard with Saab Active Head Restraints (SAHR). The Thatcham test classifies th ... Continue reading
Jeff Taylor, "2005 Canadian Technician of the Year"
GRAND BLANC, MICH. November 30, 2005; ACDelco congratulates Jeff Taylor, an automotive service technician at Eccles Auto Service, Inc., in Dundas, Ontario, Canada, on being named Canadian Technician Magazine’s “2005 Canadian Technician of the Year.” Eccles Auto Service is an ACDelco Total Service Supp ... Continue reading
Research News Release: Sustainability Projects Funded at 41 Universities
News for Release: Wednesday, November 30, 2005 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *Sustainability Projects Funded at 41 Universities *Contact: Suzanne Ackerman, 202-564-4355 / ackerman.suzanne@epa.gov* *(Washington, D.C.-Nov. 30, 2005) EPA today awarded $410,000 to 41 student teams for the 2005-2006 academic ye ... Continue reading
Lexus Gauntlet Trophy on Display at USC vs. UCLA Football Game
WHAT: The crown jewel of the USC-UCLA rivalry, the Lexus Gauntlet trophy, will be on display at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, Dec. 3 as the Trojans and Bruins battle in football for citywide bragging rights and points towards winning the fifth annual all-sports competition. Stunning to look at, the Lex ... Continue reading
Popularity of Aftermarket Parts a Mounting Threat to OEs
PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Collision repair components are growing at a rate double that of most automotive wear replacement components. In the past, the dealer channel was the avenue of choice for replacement components in North America, but with the establishment of aftermarket certification organizations such as ... Continue reading
$1.9 Million Agreement Focusing on Safe, Efficient Hydrogen Fueling Technology WALLINGFORD, Conn., Nov. 30 -- Proton Energy Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of Distributed Energy Systems Corp. , announced today that the company received its third consecutive award from the University of Nevada Las Vegas Research Foundation ... Continue reading
Webasto Supplemental/Parking Heater Now Available on Ford F-Series Diesel Pickups
BlueHeat(R) Fuel-Operated Heater Eliminates the Need to Idle for Warmth FENTON, Mich., Nov. 30 -- In a first for North America, Webasto's BlueHeat(R) Fuel-Operated Heater (FOH) is now a dealer-order option on all Ford F-250 through F-650 pickups equipped with the Powerstroke diesel engines. The BlueHeat(R) FOH provides ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Nov. 30, 2005--Moog(R) Chassis Parts helped drive its 40th consecutive NASCAR Cup Champion to victory last week as Tony Stewart's Moog-equipped #20 Chevrolet captured the 2005 NEXTEL Cup title during the Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway. Moog chassis parts are manufactured and marketed by ... Continue reading
Mazda North American Operations and Proxicom Announce Redesign of MazdaUSA.com
RESTON, Va.--Nov. 30, 2005--Proxicom, Inc., a leading Internet consulting firm, and Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) announce the redesign of MazdaUSA.com to appeal to a wider variety of consumers and offer an improved online experience. MazdaUSA.com showcases a stylish new design, improved navigation, enhanced u ... Continue reading
When Winter Weather Is at Its Worst, Safelite AutoGlass Is at Its Best
PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 30 -- Safelite AutoGlass, Oregon's auto glass experts, is ready to meet the demands of the winter driver season with both convenient in-shop and mobile service. "At this time of year, we make sure we're fully stocked and ready to go," said Michael Garrison, General Manager. "With the debris from th ... Continue reading
Transtock.net Named Exclusive Distributor of Edmunds.com's Enhanced Vehicle Imagery
CULVER CITY, Calif.--Nov. 30, 2005--Transtock.net, an Internet-based provider of stock automotive- and transportation-related images, announced today that it has been designated by Edmunds.com as the exclusive distributor of Edmunds.com's enhanced imagery to the advertising and ancillary industries. Transtock.net's rel ... Continue reading
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