43 Companies in the Southeast Cited in EPA Enforcement Initiative
Administrative Orders were issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to 43 companies in the Southeast as part of the Agency's Chlorofluorocarbons Motor Vehicle Air Conditioner enforcement initiative under the Federal Clean Air Act. ... Continue reading
AAA Shifts Auto Insurance Rates in Reverse
AAA of Northern California announced plans to reduce auto insurance rates by almost 4 percent for policies renewing on or after Feb. 1. ... Continue reading
Action Performance Announces Grand Opening of Speedmall
Action Performance Companies Inc., announced the Grand Opening of SpeedMall, the world's first motorsports-related virtual online shopping mall. ... Continue reading
AK Steel announced that it had initiated a private offering of $450 million of new ten-year senior notes. ... Continue reading
All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Information Available
ATVs are today's workhorse and are used primarily for utility purposes to conduct "on-duty" and "off-duty" jobs. Typically these functions include work applications such as farming and ranching, plowing snow or maintaining fields. ... Continue reading
AMA PJ1 Arenacross Series - Niagara Falls, NY - 1/29-30/99
OFFICIAL RESULTS 1999 AMA PJ1 NATIONAL ARENACROSS SERIES SPONSORED BY KAWASAKI - ROUND 19 NIAGARA FALLS CONVENTION CENTER, NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK - JANUARY 29, 1999 ... Continue reading
AMA U.S. Supercross at Seattle (01/30/99)
OFFICIAL RESULTS TOYOTA TRUCK PRESENTS THE 1999 THOR/PARTS UNLIMITED AMA U.S. SUPERCROSS SERIES 250cc SUPERCROSS, ROUND 4 OF 16 SEATTLE KINGDOME, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JANUARY 30, 1999 ... Continue reading
Arvin Acquires WorldSource Coil Coating, Inc.
Arvin Industries, Inc. announced that it has acquired the assets of WorldSource Coil Coating, Inc. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. ... Continue reading
ASV and Cat Close Stock Transaction
ASV Inc. shareholders have ratified an October 1998 agreement between Caterpillar Inc. and ASV that provides the northern Minnesota firm access to a broad range of Caterpillar's manufacturing, financial and dealer resources. ... Continue reading
Automotive Manufacturing Leader to Join Oxford Automotive, Inc.
Oxford Automotive, Inc., a leading Tier 1 supplier, announced that former DaimlerChrysler Management Board Member and Executive Vice President of Manufacturing, Dennis K. Pawley has been elected to the Oxford Automotive, Inc., Board of Directors. ... Continue reading
Auto Network Group, Opens AutoTradeCenter.com for Auto Dealerships
Auto Network Group, Inc. announced that it has opened its Web site www.AutoTradeCenter.com, the auto dealers, wholesale-only Internet network. ... Continue reading
Auto Service Junction Signs Deal With Solutions Media
Service Junction Inc. announced that it has signed a contract with Solutions Media Inc. to bring its coast-to-coast client's auto service records to the Web. ... Continue reading
Big Kmart to be Title Sponsor of 1999 Detroit Autorama
Kmart Corporation announced it will be the title sponsor of the Detroit Autorama, one of the oldest and biggest custom car shows in the country. ... Continue reading
BMW - Presenting Sponsor of the 1999 World Alpine Ski Championships
BMW announced that it will be the presenting sponsor and official car of the 1999 World Alpine Ski Championships in Vail, Colorado. The highly anticipated international skiing competition will run from January 30 through February 14. ... Continue reading
Cherry Semiconductor Introduces New Single Lamp Driver IC
The new CS-1108 Automotive Single Lamp Driver, an application specific standard product provides full control and power for type 194 bulbs used in automotive air bag systems, or applications requiring 350 mA of current and fault reporting. ... Continue reading
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DRAGS: Pat Musi Signs NEC for Pro Street in 1999
DRAGS: Pat Musi Signs NEC for Pro Street in 1999 ... Continue reading
DynaMotive announces findings of report on market manipulation
DynaMotive Technologies Corporation announced the findings of the consultant's report commissioned by a Special Committee of the Board of Directors to investigate the falling price of its stock. ... Continue reading
Dyson Captures Second Victory in Rolex 24 at Daytona
Team Dyson Racing, after a grueling day-and-night battle with the No. 7 Doyle-Risi Racing Ferrari 333 SP, brought home the win at the 708-lap, 2,520.54-mile Rolex 24 At Daytona behind the driving efforts of Butch Leitzinger, Andy Wallace and Elliot Forbes-Robinson. ... Continue reading
Eaton to Acquire Aeroquip-Vickers for $1.7 Billion
Eaton Corporation and Aeroquip-Vickers, Inc. jointly announced that Eaton will acquire all of the outstanding common shares of Aeroquip-Vickers for $58 per share in cash, or approximately $1.7 billion. ... Continue reading
Electronic Arts Announces the Development of Need for Speed
Electronic Arts(TM), the world's largest interactive entertainment software company, announces the upcoming release of Need For Speed(TM): High Stakes for the PlayStation(R). ... Continue reading
Eller Motorcycle Team Remains Intact and Committed to its Projects
Despite losing its contract to purchase the Indian Motorcycle trademarks, Eller Industries continues to move forward toward production of its full line of American-made heavyweight motorcycles. ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Appoints Gino Martini
Kevin Baird, vice president, Sealing Systems, Europe, Federal- Mogul Corporation, announces the appointment of Gino Martini to managing director, Sealing Systems, Italy and France, effective immediately. ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Appoints Mike Easterday
Frank Tomes, executive vice president, General Products, Federal-Mogul Corporation announces the appointment of Mike Easterday to the position of general manager, machined camshafts, effective immediately. ... Continue reading
Gary Brown and James Mateyka, vice presidents, A.T. Kearney Automotive, are available for comment on Ford's proposed purchase of Volvo's car unit. ... Continue reading
GenCorp Board Declares Dividend
The Board of Directors of GenCorp Inc. called the Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held March 31, 1999, with the record date of February 8, 1999. ... Continue reading
Hertz Joins TWA's Aviators Frequent Flyer Program
Effective immediately, The Hertz Corporation, the world's largest car rental company, has joined the TWA Aviators frequent flyer program. ... Continue reading
IHRA: Critchley is Superb in Test Session
IHRA: Critchley is Superb in Test Session ... Continue reading
IHRA: Harley Communications Motorsports and Barrs Competition Form Partnership
IHRA: Harley Communications Motorsports and Barrs Competition Form Partnership ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Announces Sale of Some Operations to Becker Ventures
Officials at automotive interior supplier Johnson Controls, Inc. announced that the company has sold a number of U.S. facilities formerly owned by the Becker Group to Troy, Michigan- based Becker Ventures L.L.C. ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Plans to Double Size of its Alabama Facility
Johnson Controls is more than doubling the size of its Cottondale, Alabama manufacturing plant, as it increases production of interior systems for Mercedes-Benz M-Class sport- utility vehicles (SUVs). ... Continue reading
Kingsley Coach Announces Merger
Kingsley Coach Inc. announced the completion of an agreement whereby Micro Hydro Power Inc. and The Kingsley Coach L.L.C., a Louisiana limited liability company effected a plan to merge with acquisition and exchange of assets. ... Continue reading
Kingsley Coach, Inc. Announces Symbol Change
Kingsley Coach, Inc. announced that they are now trading under the call sign of KNGS, formerly MPHI. The name change represents the primary business activity of the recently merged entity. ... Continue reading
Kingsley Coach, Inc. Operates at Increased Capacity in Pennsylvania
Kingsley Coach, Inc. announced operation of manufacturing facilities at Middleburg, Pennsylvania in conjunction with Thor America Inc., where the company increased its manufacturing capabilities through economies of scale. ... Continue reading
KoSa/Sabanci Joint Venture Renamed SAKoSa
KoSa, one of the world's leading polyester producers, and the tire reinforcement materials group of Sabanci Holding have renamed their joint venture to manufacture polyester tire cord yarn and fabric for the European market as SAKoSa. ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz CEO To Address National Automobile Dealers
Former dealer and current Mercedes-Benz of North America President and CEO Mike Jackson will deliver the keynote address at the opening session of the 1999 National Automobile Dealers Association Convention in San Francisco, Feb. 6. ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Official Vehicle of the Sundance Film Festival
A fleet of 30 Mercedes-Benz M-Class sport utility vehicles are traversing the snow-covered streets of Park City transporting members of the film industry from premieres to parties as part of the 1999 Sundance Film Festival which runs from 1-21 to 31. ... Continue reading
Meritor Completes Acquisition Of LucasVarity's Heavy Vehicle Braking Systems Business
Meritor Automotive, Inc. announced that it has completed the acquisition of LucasVarity's Heavy Vehicle Braking Systems (HVBS) business for $390 million in cash. ... Continue reading
Midgets: Besecker Winner in Bizarre 'Thunder in the Dome' Finish
Midgets: Besecker Winner in Bizarre 'Thunder in the Dome' Finish ... Continue reading
Midgets: USAC Midget Race Results, 'Thunder in the Dome XV'
Midgets: USAC Midget Race Results, 'Thunder in the Dome XV' ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Asks Super Bowl Fans 'What Are You Doing This Weekend?'
While many football fans this weekend may be out doing the "dirty bird" dance, Mitsubishi Motors suggests that they could be doing something more. ... Continue reading
Motorsport Simulations and American Motorcyclist Team Up
Motorsport Simulations announced the signing of a long-term agreement with American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Pro Racing to develop and publish computer games based on a number of AMA sanctioned properties. ... Continue reading
Mr. Mark A. McCord Named President TMX-AIN Plastics
Thyssen Inc., North America announced that Mr. Mark A. McCord has joined the company as President of its TMX-AIN Plastics subsidiary, effective February 1, 1999. ... Continue reading
NHRA: Chevy Teams Set for '99 NHRA Drag Racing Season
NHRA: Chevy Teams Set for '99 NHRA Drag Racing Season ... Continue reading
NHRA: Team Kalitta Prepared for Flight in 1999 NHRA Winston Season
NHRA: Team Kalitta Prepared for Flight in 1999 NHRA Winston Season ... Continue reading
NHTSA To Hold Listening Session On Global Technical Regulations
NHTSA will hold a listening session Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1999 on a draft statement of policy concerning agency priorities and public participation in implementing an international agreement. ... Continue reading
Oldsmobile Scramble National Finals Return to Walt Disney World
After a successful year in Las Vegas in 1998, the return to Florida will mark the 14th time in the tournament's 16 year history that Lake Buena Vista will serve host to the World's Largest Amateur Golf Tournament. ... Continue reading
PPG Increases Investment in Mexican Auto Glass Producer
PPG Industries increased its investment from 25 to 50 percent in Cristal Laminado o Templado S.A. de C.V. (CITSA), an automotive glass fabricator in Tepeji del Rio, Mexico, 30 miles north of Mexico City. ... Continue reading
Racing Champions To Acquire The Ertl Co., Inc.
Racing Champions Corporation announced that they have signed a letter of intent to acquire The Ertl Co., Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of U.S. Industries, Inc. ... Continue reading
Red Plymouth Prowler Arrives Just in Time for Valentine's Day
Still in search of that extra-special gift for your Valentine this year? Good news. The first batch of 1999 Red Plymouth Prowlers begin to arrive this month in Chrysler/Plymouth dealerships, just in time for Valentine's Day. ... Continue reading
Safelite Glass Corp. Completes $50 Million Equity Offering
Safelite Glass Corp, announced that, on January 29, 1999, it completed an offering of 50,000 shares of Series A Convertible Participating Preferred Stock, all of which were purchased by existing stockholders at a price of $1000 per share. ... Continue reading
See the IDB Demonstration at Booth 21 at '99 SAE Congress
The three major U.S. automakers are ready to demonstrate how a small, revolutionary device called the Intelligent Transportation Systems Data Bus (IDB) will allow installation of tomorrow's electronics in today's vehicles. ... Continue reading
Sheldahl, Inc. CEO Edward Lundstrom talks to The Wall Street Transcript
The Wall Street Transcript has published an in-depth interview with Edward L. Lundstrom of Sheldahl, Inc., in which he talks at length about his company's future. ... Continue reading
SMS Receives Order From Alliant Techsystems
Scientific Measurement Systems announced that it had received a purchase order from Alliant Techsystems, a prime supplier of aerospace and defense technologies to the U.S. and its allies. ... Continue reading
Solid State Stamping Acquires Additional Building
Evidencing continued expansion, Solid State Stamping Inc. has added an industrial building to its other facility at Temecula. ... Continue reading
Solid State Stamping Launches Strategic Alliance
In a unique win-win deal for all concerned, Solid State Stamping has launched a strategic alliance with INODOR Prazisionstelle GmbH & Co. of Stolberg, Germany and INOVAN GmbH & Co. KG of Pforzheim, Germany. ... Continue reading
Sonex to Convert UAV Gasoline Engine to Heavy Fuel Use for NRL
Sonex Research announced that it has been awarded a six-month contract for $100,000 by the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory to modify a small, lightweight, two-cycle, spark-ignited gasoline engine to start and operate on standard military fuels. ... Continue reading
Subaru Mid-America Region Reports January Sales
The Subaru Mid-America Region announced its January sales figures. The Mid-America Region posted a sales total of 1,376 units for the month, up over 50 percent over the same period last year. ... Continue reading
Subaru Southeast Region Reports January Sales
Subaru Southeast Region announced its January sales figures. The Southeast Region posted a sales total of 1,253 units for the month, up 9.5 percent over the same period last year. ... Continue reading
Subaru Western Region Reports January Sales
Subaru Western Region announced it January sales figures. The Western Region posted a sales total of 2,246 units for the month, up 16 percent over the same period last year. ... Continue reading
Top Driver and BADD Team Together To Fight Drunk Driving
With national drunk driving incidents reaching epidemic proportions, Top Driver and Businesses Against Drunk Drivers, Inc. (BADD), two nationally renowned driver education organizations, are forming an alliance to combat the problem. ... Continue reading
Top UAW Officers Comment on Ford's Agreement To Purchase Volvo
UAW President and Vice President, who directs the UAW National Ford Department, said that Ford Motor Co.'s agreement to purchase the passenger vehicle business of AB Volvo holds the potential of benefiting workers in both the US and Europe. ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Credit Selects FileNET Panagon Software
FileNET Corp. announced that Toyota Motor Credit Corp. will deploy Panagon(TM) IDM software across its enterprise to streamline credit application processing and offer real-time access to customer documents. ... Continue reading
VSI Holdings, Inc. Forms Advanced Learning Technologies Division
VSI Holdings, Inc. announced it has formed an Advanced Learning Technologies division to offer customers web-based training solutions. ... Continue reading
World Steel Industry to Form New Consortium
The American Iron and Steel Institute announced that representatives of the world steel industry recently held the inaugural meeting of a new consortium formed to oversee an ambitious two-year automotive design and engineering program. ... Continue reading
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