Ford hydrid vehicle sales up 50 percent in April
DETROIT, May 1, 2006; Reuters reported that Ford Motor Co. said on Monday that U.S. sales of its hybrid vehicles rose 50 percent to nearly 2,800 last month, boosted by aggressive incentives. Preliminary numbers indicate Ford's hybrid sales were up 75 percent compared with March, Ford spokesman Monte Doran said. Ford is ... Continue reading
A Look Back: How Free Trade Policy Impacted the U.S. Auto Industry
By AIADA Staff On first glance, the title of this article seems counterintuitive. In everyday commerce âfree tradeâ is a vague enough phrase so that itâs come to be used by advocates and opponents in a manner that confuses a large policy issue to an ever greater degree than such macro issues normally com ... Continue reading
Gehl Company Announces Further Expansion of Yankton, South Dakota Telehandler Facility
WEST BEND, Wis.--May 1, 2006--Gehl Company , today announced a $6.5 million expansion project that was approved by the Company's Board of Directors on Friday, April 28, 2006. The expansion is in response to the continuing strength of telehandler markets and Gehl's strong performance in those markets. The project includ ... Continue reading
Harman International Industries, Incorporated Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
WASHINGTON--May 1, 2006--Harman International Industries, Incorporated today declared a cash dividend of $.0125 cents per share for the third quarter ended March 31, 2006. The quarterly dividend will be paid on May 24, 2006, to each stockholder of record as of the close of business on May 10, 2006. Harman International ... Continue reading
High Impact VW Ads Spark Higher Consumer Interest
Washington DC May 1, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Volkswagen's latest ads for the Jetta, which display the effects of high-impact crashes, appear to have sparked consumer interest. According to USA Today, "Volkswagen says that since the ads touting Jetta's crash safety began on April 10, requests for brochu ... Continue reading
Breakthrough Technologies Institute Releases Report on State Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Activity
WASHINGTON--May 1, 2006--Tax credits, public benefit funds, interconnection standards - many states have begun to implement initiatives, policy and partnerships to help bring fuel cells and hydrogen to commercialization while bringing economic prosperity and environmental relief to their towns. Breakthrough Technologie ... Continue reading
Cavco Industries Reports Fourth Quarter Results
Sales Increase 16% to $51.2 Million Income from Continuing Operations Rises to $4.2 Million PHOENIX, May 1 -- Cavco Industries, Inc. today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2006. Net sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006 rose 16% to $51,216,000 from $44,043,000 for ... Continue reading
Southwall Announces Earnings in Q1 2006
PALO ALTO, Calif.--May 1, 2006--Southwall Technologies Inc. (OTCBB:SWTX) released its financial results for the first quarter of 2006 following the close of market on May 1, 2006. Selected First Quarter Financial Highlights -- First quarter revenues of $10.0 million decreased 36% from $15.6 million in the first quarter ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich.--May 1, 2006--Honoring its mission of preserving and educating American food traditions, Greenfield Village is presenting two special spring programs this month. On May 13, a day before Mother's day, visitors can enjoy shopping at Greenfield Village's Farmers and Flower market. The market will feature l ... Continue reading
Magellan(R) RoadMate(TM)to Offer NAVTEQ Traffic RDS(TM) Capabilities for North America
SANTA CLARA, Calif. & CHICAGO--May 1, 2006--Thales' navigation business, leading global innovator of Magellan outdoor and vehicle navigation solutions, and NAVTEQ, a leading global provider of digital maps for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, announced today that the Magellan RoadMate 760 and 700 portab ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES, May 1 -- X Games and motocross phenom Travis Pastrana has now officially made his mark in professional rally racing by winning the Subaru Rim of the World Rally, held April 28-29, 2006. The Subaru Rally Team USA driver won in convincing fashion, leading from the very first stage and driving faultlessly on ... Continue reading
ADESA Reports First Quarter 2006 Results
Financial Highlights * Realized increase in used vehicles entered of 41,000 or 6.2 percent * Experienced first increase in organic vehicle sold volume since early 2004 * Achieved record first quarter loan transaction volume of 280,952 * Achieved record first quarter income from continuing operations of $36.3 million, o ... Continue reading
Reg Technologies Inc. Neighbourhood Electric Vehicle ('NEV') Completion Update
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--May 1, 2006--Reg Technologies, Inc. (the "Company" or "Reg") (TSX VENTURE:RRE) (OTCBB:REGRF) is pleased to announce that Anuvu reports they have been making and building fuel cell components over the last couple of weeks for Reg Technologies, Inc.'s NEV. The final cutting and assembly of th ... Continue reading
Midas Launches New Safety and Reliability Advertising
ITASCA, Ill.--May 1, 2006--Midas, Inc. is launching a new series of television commercials that feature everyday life stories to dramatize how people can depend on Midas automotive services to help customers keep their vehicles operating safely and reliably. In the spot "Busted," which debuts today, a teenage couple pu ... Continue reading
Land Rover LR3 Navigates Hercules Aircraft as Part of a New Marketing Campaign
IRVINE, Calif.--May 1, 2006--The sky's no longer the limit for Land Rover North America today as an LR3 has accomplished something no vehicle has ever done before. In the second installment of the 'Designed for the Extraordinary' marketing campaign which kicked off earlier this year, a 2006 LR3 is filmed boarding a 75, ... Continue reading
AmeriCredit Completes Acquisition of Bay View Acceptance Corporation
FORT WORTH, Texas--May 1, 2006--AmeriCredit Corp. today announced that its operating subsidiary, AmeriCredit Financial Services, Inc., has completed its acquisition of Bay View Acceptance Corporation (BVAC). BVAC was the auto finance subsidiary of Bay View Capital Corporation . The total consideration paid by AmeriCred ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Declares Quarterly Dividend on Common Stock
TROY, Mich., May 1 -- The ArvinMeritor, Inc. Board of Directors, at a meeting held on April 27, 2006 at corporate headquarters in Troy, Mich., declared a quarterly dividend of 10 cents ($0.10) per share on the common stock of ArvinMeritor, payable June 12, 2006, to holders of record at the close of business on May 22, ... Continue reading
BATON ROUGE, La.--May 1, 2006--Auto Finance Technologies, a subsidiary of AppOne, has designed and developed a private label Web-based dealer portal for Jackson, Miss.-based Trustmark National Bank. Trustmark will use the dealer portal to originate auto retail installment contracts at franchised auto dealers. Several m ... Continue reading
Blount, Inc. to Rely on 4CS iWarranty Software
EAST MOLINE, Ill., May 1 -- 4CS, the leading provider of intelligent warranty management software, today announced that the Forestry and Industrial Equipment Division of Blount, Inc. has licensed iWarranty software to help manage warranty processes and improve customer satisfaction and product quality while reducing wa ... Continue reading
CINCINNATI--May 1, 2006--CallCommand(TM), a leading provider of Web-based solutions that increase customer retention, loyalty and dealer profitability, today announced that CEO Al Babbington will chair the Automotive CRM Summit 2006, hosted by Thought Leadership Summits Inc. (TLS). This informative Summit will be held ... Continue reading
CHURCHVILLE, N.Y.--May 1, 2006--Camping World, the nation's largest retailer of RV and outdoor supplies and accessories, today announced the opening of a new retail store in Churchville, New York. The store is co-located with Meyer's RV Super Stores, a member of the dynamic FreedomRoads RV dealer network, at 1000 Sanfo ... Continue reading
Commercial Auto Insurance from Progressive Now Widely Available in North Carolina
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--May 1, 2006--The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, the third largest auto insurance group in the country, is now offering commercial auto insurance through Drive(R) Insurance from Progressive local independent agents in North Carolina. Previously, Progressive's commercial coverages were ... Continue reading
Compuware Earns Ford Q1 2002 Status
Exclusive Designation Recognizes Compuware's Commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement, Customer Satisfaction DETROIT, May 1 -- Compuware Corporation today announced that it had achieved Ford Motor Company's coveted Q1 2002 certification. Through this certification, Ford acknowledged Compuware as a preferred supplie ... Continue reading
Cycle Country Announces Record Date for Annual Meeting of Shareholders
MILFORD, Iowa--May 1, 2006--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC), the recognized leader in developing and manufacturing a variety of products for the all terrain vehicle (ATV), garden tractors, and golf cars, today announced the company's Board of Directors has set May 9, 2006 as the record date for its Annual Me ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Announces Phoenix American and Wynn's Extended Care Join Aftermarket Network
Dealers Benefit from Free Online Access to Aftermarket Providers LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., May 1 -- DealerTrack Aftermarket Services, Inc., a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. today announced that Phoenix American Insurance Group has agreed to join the DealerTrack Aftermarket Network(TM), the industry's first independ ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Acquires Thrifty Franchise Operation in Cincinnati
Acquisition Represents Another Milestone in Company's Growth Strategy TULSA, Okla., May 1 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today announced the acquisition of the Thrifty Car Rental franchise operation at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. The acquisition adds approximately 200 cars to the Compa ... Continue reading
DONE DEAL: Securian Completes Purchase of Georgia Insurer
ST. PAUL, Minn., May 1 -- Securian Financial Group, Inc., St. Paul, MN, today announced it completed its purchase of the loan protection manufacturing and distribution operations of OneAmerica Financial Partners, Inc., Indianapolis, IN. The purchase includes CNL Financial Corp., Macon, GA, as well as some products manu ... Continue reading
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., May 1 -- Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD Ovonics) today announced that it will release its third-quarter 2006 financial results on Tuesday, May 9, 2006 after the market closes. In conjunction with the release of its third-quarter financial results, management will host a conference call at ... Continue reading
Fitch Affirms Commerce Group's IFS and Debt Ratings; Outlook Stable
CHICAGO--May 1, 2006--Fitch Ratings has affirmed the 'BBB+' Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and 'BBB' senior debt ratings of the Commerce Group, Inc. (CGI). Additionally, Fitch has affirmed the 'A' insurer financial strength (IFS) ratings on CGI's four insurance subsidiaries (see list below). The Rating Outlook is Stable. ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--May 1, 2006--Freescale Semiconductor has introduced the Open QUICC Engine(TM) developer program for third-party developers and customers who want to optimize the communications functionality of applications that leverage Freescale's QUICC Engine technology. The program is designed to enable developers to ... Continue reading
DETROIT, May 1 -- Pain at the pump. Is there anything you can do about it? TheCarConnection.com explores the fuel crisis, offers help finding the most fuel-efficient vehicles. And this week, find out what President Bush may have in store as he asks to be given authority to raise the long-stagnant automotive fuel econom ... Continue reading
GM Names UGS Supplier of the Year for Its Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Technology
Award Recognizes UGS for Exceeding GM's Expectations, Highlights UGS' Commitment to Customer Satisfaction PLANO, Texas and DETROIT, May 1 -- UGS Corp., a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services, today announced that General Motors selected UGS as a 2005 Supplier of the Year f ... Continue reading
ICOP In-Car Video Added for South Haven Police
LENEXA, Kans., May 1 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. (NYSE Arca: ICOP), a leading provider of digital in-car video systems for law enforcement, today announced that the South Haven Police Department in Michigan reordered additional ICOP Model 20/20 in-car video systems for continued fleet-wide deployment. "We have found the ICOP ... Continue reading
PALO ALTO, Calif., May 1 -- The adoption of direct-fit systems in the standard replacement market and cat-back units in the performance exhaust segment has added to the increase in average price of exhaust components. This growth presents an opportunity for manufacturers to introduce new and exciting products. New anal ... Continue reading
Iteris Inc. to Present at Robins Emerging Opportunities Investment Conference May 17, 2006
ANAHEIM, Calif.--May 1, 2006--Iteris Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in vision-based technologies and Intelligent Transportation Systems that optimize traffic flow and enhance driver safety, today announced that Jack Johnson, the company's president and chief executive officer, will present at the 2006 Robins Emerging Opport ... Continue reading
Conference Call Scheduled for May 15, 2006 at 9.30am EDT AZOUR, Israel, May 1 -- Ituran Location and Control Ltd. , announced that it will be releasing its first quarter 2006 results on Monday, May 15 2006, before the US market opens. The Company will also be hosting a conference call later that day at 9:30am EDT. On t ... Continue reading
Lear Honored by General Motors as a Supplier of the Year
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 1 -- Lear Corporation was named as a General Motors Supplier of the Year for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class parts and services. The award was given during a ceremony on April 29 at GM's Vehicle Engineering Center at the General Motors Technical Center in Warren, ... Continue reading
Macon Insurer Has New Owner, Hefty Economic Impact
ST. PAUL, Minn., May 1 -- CNL Financial Corp., a Macon-based company that provides loan protection products to consumers through financial institutions, has a new owner. Securian Financial Group of St. Paul, MN announced that its purchase of CNL is complete, effective May 1. "Securian is a good parent for CNL," said Ch ... Continue reading
Menlo Worldwide Lands Contract With Jabil Circuit, Inc.
Menlo to Provide Centralized, Third-Party Warehousing and Fulfillment Services in Support of Jabil's U.S. Operations SAN MATEO, Calif., May 1 -- Menlo Worldwide announced today it has signed an agreement with Jabil Circuit, Inc. , a global electronic products solutions company, to provide third-party logistics services ... Continue reading
LAS VEGAS--May 1, 2006--Mobile Productivity, Inc. (MPi), a premier supplier of proprietary diagnostic, repair information and service merchandising solutions to the automotive industry, today announced the upcoming June 1st release of ARGIS 3.0. The latest version of the customized Automotive Repair Guidance Informatio ... Continue reading
NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. Announces Next Generation Console Line-Up
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--May 1, 2006-- Leading Video Game Publisher Unveils Its Impressive Line-Up of Next Generation Titles to Be Revealed at the 2006 Electronic Entertainment Expo Leading video games publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. announced today its plan to be a key industry force in the next ge ... Continue reading
PPG Acquires Specialty Products for Aerospace Aftermarket
PITTSBURGH--May 1, 2006--PPG Industries has acquired certain assets of privately held Eldorado Chemical Co., Inc., a manufacturer of paint strippers and technical cleaners for the aerospace industry. Terms were not disclosed. "Eldorado's products complement PPG's coatings aftermarket business, enabling us to offer a fu ... Continue reading
Preh Honored by General Motors as a 2005 Supplier of the Year
NOVI, Mich., May 1 -- Preh was named as a General Motors Supplier of the Year for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class parts and services. The award was given during ceremonies Saturday, April 29, at GM's Vehicle Engineering Center at the General Motors Technical Center in Warren, Mich. "We ... Continue reading
REGI U.S., Inc. Now Listed and Trading on Frankfurt Exchange
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--May 1, 2006--REGI U.S., Inc. (OTCBB:RGUS) (Frankfurt Stock Exchange:RGJ) is pleased to announce that its shares are being traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol (RGJ). International Security Identification Number (ISIN/CUSIP) number is US7589431045. Because the Frankfurt Ex ... Continue reading
Ryder Awarded 3rd Party Logistics Contract With Lear Corporation
MIAMI, May 1 -- Ryder System, Inc. , a global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced that Lear Corporation , one of the world's largest suppliers of automotive interior systems and components, has selected Ryder as its third-party logistics (3PL) provider for North ... Continue reading
Sovereign Expands Automotive Lending Team to Southwest U.S.
WYOMISSING, Pa., May 1 -- Sovereign Bank announced today that it is expanding its automotive lending services to the Southwestern region of the United States. Edward Grass and Jeffrey Turnbow have joined the bank's Automotive Lending Group to provide commercial loan services and retail loan financing to new-car franchi ... Continue reading
Visteon Honored by General Motors as a 2005 Supplier of the Year
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., May 1 -- Visteon Corporation was named as a General Motors Supplier of the Year for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class climate parts and services. The award was given during ceremonies Saturday, April 29, at GM's Vehicle Engineering Center at the General Motors ... Continue reading
Skyrocketing Gas Prices - Local Automotive Expert Available for Immediate Interview to Discuss
WHAT: Orange County, California-based automotive expert, Mark Perleberg -- one of the nation's leading automotive authorities and news commentators -- is available for an immediate interview to discuss the following hot topics, including: * Whether or not skyrocketing gas prices have affected consumer mindset regarding ... Continue reading
ROCHESTER, N.Y. May 1 -- Topic: Third Annual "Roll Out at the Ritz" Automotive Conference "Roll Out at the Ritz," sponsored by Harris Interactive(R) and News/Talk WJR 760 AM, takes an innovative look at aftermarket trends including vehicle customization, product development, overseas manufacturing and the latest in "bl ... Continue reading
Toyota Technical Center Completes Purchase of State of Michigan Property
ANN ARBOR, Mich., May 1 -- Toyota Technical Center (TTC) a division of Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America, closed on the purchase agreement with the State of Michigan for $11 million and completed the sale for the approximately 700-acre parcel located in York Township. In April 2005, TTC contracte ... Continue reading
GlobalAutoIndustry.com Launches New Automotive Industry Global Expert Directory
TROY, Mich.--May 1, 2006-- Industry's First Global Business Directory Contains Over 1,000 Global Experts in 14 Categories and 104 Subcategories, from 25 Different Countries GlobalAutoIndustry.com, the leading worldwide portal and intelligence source for the automotive industry, today announced the launch of the GlobalA ... Continue reading
SUPERIOR, Wis.--May 1, 2006--AMSOIL unveiled today its new line of universal air induction filters, designed to replace stock oil wetted gauze or foam conical filters typically supplied by K&N, Injen, Green, AIRAID, AFE, TrueFlow and more. AMSOIL Ea Air Induction Filters offer superior efficiency, excellent airflow and ... Continue reading
Mazda Partners With Google Earth for the Mazda CX-7 Earth Search Sweepstakes
Automaker First to Use Breakthrough Technology for Vehicle Launch Campaign LOS ANGELES, May 1 -- Mazda North American Operations today announced that consumers will be able to search the globe online for a chance to win an all-new 2007 Mazda CX-7. Leveraging the popularity of Google Earth, a free software application r ... Continue reading
Flexcar Sets One-Day Record for Usage; ''Free Gas'' Driving Increases in Membership, Usage
SEATTLE--May 1, 2006--Flexcar reported that Saturday, April 29th, set a single-day record for nationwide usage of its vehicles - surpassing a previous single-day usage mark set only two weeks ago. Increased gas prices are also spurring new records for monthly usage, weekly usage, and a sharp increase in new memberships ... Continue reading
AAA to Hold Skills Competition for Student Auto Technicians
BURNSVILLE, Minn.--May 1, 2006--AAA and Ford once again will determine the best young auto technicians in the country. Iowa students will compete in the hands-on portion of the statewide Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills competition on Tuesday, May 9, 2006, at the Des Moines Area Community College (2006 South Ankeny Bouleva ... Continue reading
Englewood, FL May 2, 2006 -- After the FS 488 Paint Meter crushed every known paint meter sales record in its first 2 months on the market, FenderSplendor announced the appointment of Mike Cerrito as its Southern California Distributor. Cerrito who lives in Mission Viejo will call on Automobile Dealers, Auto Auctions, ... Continue reading
Washington DC May 1, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Acura plans to discontinue production of the RSX coupe at the end of the 2006 model year, reports Automotive News. The automaker is considering replacements for the entry-level vehicle, which is the company's cheapest automobile by about $8,000. "The Acura b ... Continue reading
Did You Know... Nearly 600 Crashes a Week Occur in San Diego
SAN DIEGO--May 1, 2006-- New Progressive Claims Service Reduces Drivers' Time Spent Dealing with the Repair Process from About Four Days to About 15 Minutes More than 30,000 crashes will happen in San Diego County this year - that's more than 80 crashes a day and nearly 600 a week. If you've ever had a crash, you know ... Continue reading
CarMax Experts Provide Advice on How to Improve Your Gas Mileage
RICHMOND, Va., May 1 -- With gas prices topping three dollars per gallon, CarMax, Inc. , the nation's largest retailer of used cars, has expert advice to help you save money on gas for your vehicle. "Even though gas prices have gone up, there are still steps you can take to save money on fuel," said ASE Certified Maste ... Continue reading
Inventor of Safety Airbag Deployment Device Sues, Alleging Theft of Technology
OCALA, Fla.--May 1, 2006--New Lenox Industries, a developer and manufacturer of vehicle airbag systems, has filed a lawsuit, claiming that a former industry consultant stole technology to create a device that allows airbags to open more safely. The lawsuit, filed in Florida's Marion County Circuit Court, involves milli ... Continue reading
Thomson Delmar Learning Launches ChiltonPRO(TM) Electronic Automotive Repair Information System
New, Cost-Effective Alternative for the Professional Market Available in Online or DVD Format ALBANY, N.Y., May 1 -- Thomson Delmar Learning, the leading provider of lifelong learning products and services for the health care, technology and trades, and career education markets and part of The Thomson Corporation (TSX: ... Continue reading
Lexus Engineers Desire With All-New ES 350
Automaker Launches Campaign for Completely Redesigned Luxury Sedan TORRANCE, Calif., May 1 -- Lexus has announced that it is launching an extensive integrated marketing campaign to support the introduction of its all-new 2007 ES 350 luxury sedan, currently arriving in showrooms. The ES continues to hold the rank of top ... Continue reading
ADESA, Inc. Appoints A. R. Sales as President and COO
CARMEL, Ind., May 1 -- ADESA, Inc. Chairman and CEO David Gartzke announced today that the company's Board of Directors has appointed Angel Rodolfo (A. R.) Sales as President and Chief Operating Officer effective today. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051221/DEW014LOGO ) "We are extremely pleased to add A. ... Continue reading
UQM Technologies Receives Additional Follow-on Production Order
FREDERICK, Colo., May 1 -- UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that it has received an additional follow-on production order for 10,000 vehicle auxiliary motors. This order brings total orders received for this product to 30,000 units, substantially all of ... Continue reading
Autobytel Announces CFO Transition and Retains Executive Search Firm
IRVINE, Calif.--May 1, 2006--Autobytel Inc. , a leading Internet automotive marketing services company, today announced that Mike Schmidt, the Company's chief financial officer, is expected to transition from that position upon the completion of the Company's search for a new CFO. The Company has retained Heidrick and ... Continue reading
Jack Simmons Joins WorldNow Cars(TM) Team
NEW YORK, May 1 -- WorldNow, the leading provider of Internet technology, revenue and content solutions for local media companies, today announced that Jack Simmons has joined the WorldNow Cars(TM) team as a Vice President of Automotive Classified Advertising Sales. Simmons will manage WorldNow Cars sales efforts while ... Continue reading
ADESA, Inc. Declares Second Quarter 2006 Dividend
$0.075 Per Common Share Outstanding CARMEL, Ind., May 1 -- ADESA, Inc. today announced that the company's Board of Directors declared a 2006 second quarter dividend of $0.075 per common share payable June 15, 2006, to shareholders of record as of May 15, 2006. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051221/DEW014L ... Continue reading
Armor Electric Announces New Board Member
SOLANA BEACH, Calif., May 1 -- Armor Electric Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: ARME) today announced the appointment of Mr. Sam Karp to the Board of Directors. Mr. Karp is a resident of and premier builder/developer in the exclusive community of Rancho Santa Fe, located in southern California. Mr. Karp has a great interest Armor ... Continue reading
General Motors to Recall About 400,000 Pickup Trucks Due to Defective Brake Lights
DETROIT May 1, 2006; The AP reported that General Motors Corp. is recalling about 400,000 pickup trucks due to defective brake lights. The affected vehicles are the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon from the 2004-2006 model years and the 2006 Isuzu i-280 and i-350. GM said some vehicles may permanently lose brake-lamp ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Tire To Close US Plant - Reports 1Q 2006 Results
TOKYO, May 1, 2006; Reuters reported that top Japanese tyre maker Bridgestone Corp. (5108.T: Quote, Profile, Research) lowered its half-year net profit forecast by 9 percent on Monday to account for the possible closure of a U.S. plant in Oklahoma City, while raising its operating profit projection citing a weaker-than ... Continue reading
Personal Porter Looks Pretty Easy To Park
Tokyo May 1, 2006; Japan Today published this picture of an employee of tmsuk Co demonstrates the WL-16RIII, the world's first biped walking robot capable of carrying a person. It has a joy stick-like controller for operation so that a driver can decide movement direction and speed. The robotic legs can also negotiate ... Continue reading
No Evidence of Gas Price Profiteering Says Gov't
WASHINGTON Apr 30,2006; Chris Baltimore writing for Reuters reported that the Bush administration sees no direct evidence of profiteering by big U.S. oil companies and is doing all it can to tame near-record prices, Energy Secretary Sam Bodman said on Sunday. With average gasoline pump prices near $3 a gallon and polit ... Continue reading
First public showing of 3DVU technology on Daewoo Precision target car navigation system. Busan, South Korea April 29, 2006 -- Daewoo Precision Industries is the first to develop and commercialize car navigation systems in Korea, is securing its leadership position by showing its next generation of 3D image maps with t ... Continue reading
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