Miles Electric Vehicles Appoints Kevin Czinger to President/CEO Position
SANTA MONICA, Calif. April 10, 2008; Miles Electric Vehicles announced today the appointment of Kevin Czinger as President and Chief Executive Officer. âAs our Company has grown, we have recognized the need to broaden our management capacity, and I am delighted that Mr. Czinger has agreed to join our team,â s ... Continue reading
Lionax Starts to Deliver TPMS Orders for the African Market
PARIS, April 10 -- Lionax, the first Chinese company listed on Euronext, announces today that it has recently delivered an order of SecuTire Flash, SecuTire Led, and SecuTire Digital Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) to its first African customer: Hi-Speed from Algeria. Mr. Mohamed Taoquint, CEO of Hi-Speed is ext ... Continue reading
Tax Season Reminder: Vehicle Donations Still Needed
Charitable Contributions Decline Even Though Everyone Benefits And Don't Forget to Claim The Deduction! NEW YORK, April 10 -- A new government report, published just in time for tax season, is a timely reminder that donating your car is still a great way to contribute to a local charity. But fewer people seem to know t ... Continue reading
1. Teams set for 6,400-mile trip to Japan: IndyCar Series teams are packed and ready to go for their 6,400-mile trip to Japan. After returning from the Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, teams had just four days at their race shops to prepare their equipment for the trip to Japan, which will culminate with the Indy Ja ... Continue reading
DRISSI RETURNS HOME FOR LONG BEACH ROUND
Tomy Drissi will drive in the American Le Mans Series for the first time since Sebring in 2004 when he teams with Michael Lewis in Long Beach. It's fair - and probably obvious - to say that prototype design and performance has changed significantly since the last time Tomy Drissi raced in the American Le Mans Series. M ... Continue reading
RED BULL INDIANAPOLIS GP SITE TO OFFER LIVE MotoGP TIMING & SCORING
INDIANAPOLIS, Thursday, April 10, 2008 â Live timing and scoring from MotoGP events will be provided free at www.redbullindianapolisgp.com, the official site of the inaugural Red Bull Indianapolis GP, starting April 11 with the Grand Prix of Portugal. The timing-and-scoring feed can be found for practices, qualify ... Continue reading
New Goodyear Regional Tires Boost Mileage, Performance
AKRON, Ohio, April 10 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced today that it has bolstered its regional truck- tire product portfolio with two new tires for two very different applications. The company is introducing the Unisteel G149 RSA RH tire for on-highway regional service and the Unisteel G150 HSA for scho ... Continue reading
Three Chrysler LLC Plants Make a Donation to Improve Local Community
DETROIT, April 10 -- The Jefferson North Assembly Plant (Detroit) and Mack Avenue Engine Plants I and II (Detroit) today announced a $32,500 donation on behalf of The Chrysler Foundation to the Conner Avenue Coalition to Upgrade our Streets (CACTUS), an initiative of the Warren/Conner Development Coalition. These funds ... Continue reading
Safe and Sound Glass from PPG Offers Passengers More Comfort and Security
Automotive glass technology gives passengers peace of mind, increases fuel efficiency PITTSBURGH, April 10 -- PPG Industries is showcasing its Safe and Sound laminated glass in booth 1751 during the SAE World Congress at Cobo Center in Detroit during the week of April 14. Safe and Sound glass is the platform for many o ... Continue reading
Ford's 'Drive One' Message Grows from Bottom up; Dealers, Employees Tell Company's Best Stories
DEARBORN, Mich., April 10 -- Four hundred-plus employees, thousands of hours of blood, sweat and tears as well as dealer insights are fueling Ford's quest to win customers on the strength of its vehicle quality, fuel economy, safety advances and smart technology. "The best part of Ford's story is unfolding in the studi ... Continue reading
All New Shaved Door Kits from The Hoffman Group!
The Hoffman Group is pleased to announce the launch of our new Shaved Doors web page! http://www.thehoffmangroup.com/shaveddoors To learn everything there is to know about the AutoLoc Shaved Door Kits, go to http://www.thehoffmangroup.com/shaveddoors This email was sent to submit@theautochannel.com The Hoffman Group se ... Continue reading
Douglas Motorsports Looking to Add PRO-4 Championship Title to Resume
Douglas Motorsports Looking to Add PRO-4 Championship Title to Resume (El Cajon, CA) April 10, 2008 - Scott Douglas and his Douglas Motorsports team are looking to bring the PRO-4 Championship home to El Cajon. Almost immediately after the #7 AMSOIL Kumho Tire Sycuan Casino Fox Shox KC Hilites Ford F-150 won the final ... Continue reading
Ford Racing Teams Keep Company's Quality, Green, Safe and 'Smart' Technology Stories on Track
- Ford launched its new "Drive one" communications platform Tuesday on American Idol, with inside stories about the company's quest to win customers on the strength of its vehicle quality, fuel economy, safety advances and smart technology. - Yates Racing's Travis Kvapil's No. 28 Ford Fusion will carry special "Drive o ... Continue reading
Great Santa Fe Trail Horse Race Endurance Ride Beckons RVers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Great Santa Fe Trail Horse Race Endurance Ride Beckons RVers Lawrence, KS (April 10, 2008) - RVers love to explore new territory, relive unique history, take part in events and make new friends along the way. This August 31st, in conjunction with the great states of Kansas and New Mexico, over 50 ... Continue reading
LeaseTrader.com Releases Its Top-10 Index for March
Index Monitors Most Popular Lease Vehicles in America MIAMI, April 10 -- LeaseTrader.com, the company that helps consumers with car lease transfers, announces its monthly Index for March, with the BMW 3 Series again topping the list of America's most preferred leased vehicle. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/ ... Continue reading
MADD and #TAXI Public Service Announcement Available
FORMAT: Public Service Announcement RESOURCES: Downloadable MPEG2, hard copy requests, contact information and more available at http://www.prnewswire.com/broadcast/32680/press.shtml STORY SUMMARY: In 2005, an estimated 16,885 people died in alcohol-related traffic crashes -- an average of one every 40 minutes. These d ... Continue reading
Raser Technologies Orders 110 More UTC Power Geothermal Systems
SOUTH WINDSOR, Conn. and PROVO, Utah, April 10 -- UTC Power, a United Technologies Corp. company, and Raser Technologies of Provo, Utah , today announced UTC Power will provide 110 PureCycle(R) geothermal power systems to Raser in addition to 90 ordered last year. In total, these 200 systems will have the capability to ... Continue reading
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2008 Audi S5 Coupes return to the Audi lineup this year in the form of the 265-horsepower V6-powered A5 and the high-performance 354-hp V8 S5 variant. The niche pioneered by the now-legendary long-wheelbase Quattro Coupe of the early 1980s has been revived. Emphatically. The origin ... Continue reading
IIHS Mid Size Crash Test Results
ARLINGTON, VA April 10, 2008; Occupant protection in side impacts of midsize cars is improving as automakers introduce safer designs and add side airbags as standard equipment. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently completed front, side, and rear tests of seven 2008 model midsize cars, both moderately pri ... Continue reading
TAFEL GOING TO FOR TWO-RACE STREET STREAK
Tafel Racing's Dominik Farnbacher (left) and Dirk Mueller (right) celebrate their GT2 victory at St. Petersburg with team owner Jim Tafel. It only took 14 races, including just two with a Ferrari F430 GT, for Tafel Racing to post its first victory in the American Le Mans Series. Dirk Mueller and Dominik Farnbacher drov ... Continue reading
Ennis, TX â For retired Trucking Mogul, Steve Harker, drag racing full time in the USA has become more than a dream for the Australian veteran as he prepares to battle his championship rights at this weekends LODRS Division Four event held at the Texas Motorplex April 11-13. The defending event winner, Harker and ... Continue reading
Harker & Meyer Living Big in Texas
Ennis, TX â When young rookie driver, Diana Harker signed with Championship winning team owner, Randy Meyer, it was to join a professional competitive team for the â08 Season and having already competed at two national events with great results, the Harker-Meyer Team are certainly living up to their expectati ... Continue reading
Worldspace receives approval for satellite radio service in Germany
With the document attached this time, Apologies, Judith Azoulay _______________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Dear All, Attached please find the latest Worldspace press release announcing that we have received approval for satellite radio service i ... Continue reading
NASTF Plans Secure Data Release Model (SDRM) Panel at Spring Meeting
LEESBURG, Va., April 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF) has scheduled a discussion panel for the Spring General meeting to address questions regarding the new Secure Data Release Model (SDRM), which was released January 1, 2008. The Spring meeting will be held on April 15 a ... Continue reading
DEP Urges House Committee to Amend, Strengthen Diesel Idling Legislation
Stronger Enforcement Provisions Will Ensure Statewide Compliance, Cleaner Air HARRISBURG, Pa., April 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In order to better protect the public health and ensure cleaner air, a Department of Environmental Protection official today urged the General Assembly to make substantive amendments to a b ... Continue reading
RACE ADVANCE: Butler Returns to Salem, Confident and Ready to Run
ESR Logo 5 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Butler Returns to Salem, Confident and Ready to Run SALEM, Ind. (April 10, 2008) - Following the nine-week ARCA RE/MAX Series hiatus, Ken Butler, III returns to Salem Speedway this weekend ready to better last fall's eleventh-place finish at the 0.555 paved oval. KBIII is back in the s ... Continue reading
RACE ADVANCE: Lofton Ready for Short Track Excitement and ARCA Debut at Salem Speedway
ESR Logo 5 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Lofton Ready for Short Track Excitement and ARCA Debut at Salem Speedway SALEM, Ind. (April 10, 2008) - Although Eddie Sharp Racing's Justin Lofton is arriving fashionably late to the party, you had better bet that he plans on making a grand entrance in the No. 93 Lofton Cattle Dodge. ... Continue reading
RACE ADVANCE: Speed Has Sights Set On Salem Speedway
ESR Logo 5 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Speed Has Sights Set On Salem Speedway SALEM, Ind. (April 10, 2008) - Even though the ARCA RE/MAX Series has been on hiatus since the February run at Daytona, Scott Speed has done anything but sit idle. From Vegas to NYC, ARCA testing to running in the Craftsman Truck Series, Speed has ... Continue reading
FEV, Inc. Expands Test Services to Encompass Drivetrain System Components
FEV commissions transmission test stands as focus shifts to fuel economy AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 10 -- FEV, Inc. announced today that it recently commissioned two dedicated transmission test stands as it expands its capabilities to address issues across the entire drivetrain system. The announcement was made by Dr. ... Continue reading
FEV Shows Spray Guided Turbocharged Engine at 2008 SAE World Congress
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 10 -- FEV announced today that it will be showing its Spray Guided Turbocharged (SGT) engine at the 2008 SAE World Congress, April 14 - 17 at Cobo Center in Detroit. The technology promises to offer diesel-like fuel economy in a gasoline engine, along with reduced emissions and increased hors ... Continue reading
FEV Unveils Low-height Cylinder Head at 2008 SAE World Congress
New design complements new generation of downsized vehicles AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 10 -- FEV announced today it has developed a new low-height cylinder head concept that allows a reduction in the height of a classical design cylinder head by up to 15mm. The new technology will be on display at the FEV, Inc. exhibit ... Continue reading
New generation of four-cylinder diesel engines from Mercedes-Benz leads the way
What better way to mark the 150th anniversary of Rudolf Diesel's birth than a brand new generation of four-cylinder diesel engines from Mercedes-Benz which outstrip all previous benchmarks for performance, torque, emission properties and, most notably, fuel economy in their segment? In its most powerful variant, the ne ... Continue reading
FEV Shows VCR Mechanism for Medium, Heavy Duty Engines
2-step variable compression ratio mechanism shown for first time in U.S. AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 10 -- FEV, a leading developer of advanced powertrain and vehicle technologies, announced today that it will exhibit a 2-step variable compression ratio (VCR) mechanism for the first time in the U.S. at the 2008 SAE Worl ... Continue reading
FEV, Inc. Aftertreatment Controller Provides Easy-to-Implement Emission Control
First showing of controller designed for retrofit can immediately impact emission control issues in older vehicles AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 10 -- FEV, Inc., announced today that it is showing a new Diesel Aftertreatment Control system at the 2008 SAE World Congress. It is the first time that the system, which was dev ... Continue reading
Severstal Auto to become Sollers
Severstal Auto, Russian producer of UAZ off-roaders and local partner of Ssangyong and Fiat decided to change its name. The new brand name will be Sollers. ... Continue reading
High-performing Fords at the British Goodwood Festival of Speed
Ford Motor Company, a major sponsor of the Goodwood Festival of Speed since its inception in 1993, will again be supporting this prestigious event 11-13 July 2008. The Festival of Speed is Europe's premier historic motor sporting event â a combination of hillclimb, rally stage, garden party, and motor show, all in ... Continue reading
Mahindra & Mahindra, FEV Collaborate on Diesel Hybrid Scorpio
Popular Indian-built SUV to be introduced first in Asian market AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 10 -- Mahindra & Mahindra (Mahindra), one of the leading auto manufacturers in the Indian market, and FEV, a leading developer of advanced powertrain and vehicle technologies, announced today that FEV will exhibit a diesel-electr ... Continue reading
Yamaha OHV Access Initiative Awards More Than $190,000 in First Quarter 2008
GRANTs Approved for 19 Projects Supporting Responsible, Open Access Across the Country CYPRESS, Calif., April 10 -- Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A. is proud to announce the first GRANT awards, totaling more than $190,000, from its OHV Access Initiative designed to support safe, responsible riding and sustainable, open ridin ... Continue reading
Luxury massage seats in the Volvo S80 and XC90 Executive
The Volvo S80 and XC90 Executive models both receive new features for the 2009 Model Year to reinforce and add to their luxury appeal. These models are available to order imminently, with prices to be confirmed ahead of the start of production in May. A new unique combination of relaxing massage and ventilation functio ... Continue reading
Students from Canada, Mexico and the United States Compete in 2008 Shell Eco-marathon(TM) Americas WHAT: Student engineers from across Canada, Mexico and the United States will compete for the title of the most fuel-efficient vehicle during the 2008 Shell Eco-marathon Americas. Student teams will make history by compet ... Continue reading
DETROIT, April 10 -- A new survey conducted by DuPont and the Society of the Automotive Industry (SAE) shows that environmental issues top the list of challenges facing the automotive industry, outranking cost reduction for the first time in 14 years. A total of 53 percent of the respondents said that a basket of envir ... Continue reading
Sprint Nextel CorporationSprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Newsroom website. Title: Sprint Business Customers in Kansas, Colorado Get Sanyo Pro-200 and Pro-700 Phones for Nextel Direct Connect Plus Sprint Mobile Broadband Date: 4/10/2008 9:00:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, pl ... Continue reading
European Commission approves proposed acquisition of AvtoVaz by Renault and Russian Technology
he European Commission has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the proposed acquisition of joint control over AvtoVaz of Russia by Renault SA of France and Russian Technology of Russia. After examining the operation, the Commission concluded that the transaction would not significantly impede effective competition i ... Continue reading
Spartan Chassis Encourages FDIC Attendees to "Build What You Want - Get What You Want"
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Spartan Chassis Encourages FDIC Attendees to "Build What You Want - Get What You Want" CHARLOTTE, Michigan, April 10, 2008 - Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. , will showcase its flexible design capability to the emergency-rescue industry at the Fire Department Instructor ... Continue reading
Updated SAE 2008 World Congress Press Conference Schedule
SAE International announces the updated (as of Thursday, April 10) press conference schedule* for the SAE 2008 World Congress, April 14-17 at Cobo Center in Detroit: Monday, April 14 10:30-11 a.m. - FEV Inc. (Booth 1625) 1:30-2 p.m. - BMW (Booth 2345) 2-2:30 p.m. - Yazaki North America (Booth 1536) 2:30-3 p.m. - InterR ... Continue reading
CJPS Enterprises Announces a Series of Seminars on Automotive Diversification
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., April 10 -- CJPS Enterprises, LLC (www.CJPS-Enterprises.com ) announces that its CEO Christophe Sevrain will be holding mini-seminars and interactive discussions about the challenges and opportunities for companies serving the automotive industry to expand their product and service offerings to ... Continue reading
Chase Helps Manheim Offer Dealers Electronic Condition Reports
Chase Auto Finance 900 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530-4855 NYSE symbol: JPM www.jpmorganchase.com News release: IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contacts: Mary Kay Bean, 313-225-2831, mary.kay.bean@chase.com, or Lois Rossi, 679-645-2028, lois.rossi@manheim.com Chase Helps Manheim Offer Dealers Electronic Condition Report ... Continue reading
Gores Equity, LLC Purchases Vishay Automotive Systems Business Unit
BOULDER, Colorado, April 10 -- Gores Equity, LLC, announce the acquisition of Vishay Automotive Systems Business Unit (ASBU) from Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. , Malvern, PA, USA. Vishay Electronic Motion Systems (UK) Ltd, designs, manufactures and sells power modules and sub-systems for compressor and pump motor contro ... Continue reading
With New, Updated Showroom, Toyota to Offer Fans More Fun at AutoZone Park
MEMPHIS, Tenn., April 10 -- Toyota will update its home base this season at the Memphis Redbirds' AutoZone Park: a redesigned three-car showroom packed with interactivity for the 2008 baseball season. The showroom in the Toyota Center will offer fans the bonus of seeing the automakers' all-new products and advanced aut ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Corporation to List Class A Common Stock on NASDAQ
Federal-Mogul Corporation has added a news release to its Investor Relations website. Title: Federal-Mogul Corporation to List Class A Common Stock on NASDAQ Date: 4/10/2008 10:13:01 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ------------------------------------------------------------ If you are ... Continue reading
Italian and U.S. Teams Clash on May 10, 2008 at the Land Rover America's Polo Cup
LEESBURG, Va., April 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Benefiting the Journey for the Cure Foundation, the Land Rover America's Polo Cup once again celebrates the athletic ability, power and stamina that defines one of the oldest team sports in the world, as United States and Italy face off on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at his ... Continue reading
Share the Road is in Denver to Educate Students
ARLINGTON, Va., April 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Trucking Associations' Share the Road program is in Denver, Colo. today to help educate students at the Colorado Academy on how to drive safely around tractor-trailers. Kent Durant, a professional driver for Roadway, brought his tractor-trailer to the sch ... Continue reading
Snap-on's Limited Time Only 'Buy One, Pick One' Deal
Announcing a Special "Dads and Grads" Offer from Snap-on / Blue-Point Tools KENOSHA, Wis., April 10 -- Snap-on Tools makes it easy to find the ultimate gift for the dads and grads in your life this spring with their special "Buy One, Pick One" promotion. During this promotion, which began April 1 and runs through June ... Continue reading
Honda Civic Tour Featuring Panic At The Disco Gets the Show on the Road Today
Las Vegas Quartet Riding High on Success of Sophomore Release, Pretty. Odd., #2 Hit on Billboard 200 Album Chart, #1 on SoundScan Current Alternative Albums NEW YORK, April 10 -- Finally satisfying fevered fan anticipation, the Honda Civic Tour featuring Panic At The Disco gets underway today. The band is now on the ro ... Continue reading
Fisker Automotive Announces First European Importer and Scope of North American Retail Network
Premium American Green Car Company Announces Appointment of Fisker Italia and Planned Export Production IRVINE, Calif., April 10 -- Fisker Automotive, Inc., a green American premium car company, today announced Fisker Italia as its first International importer. With plans to allocate more than 50 percent of its product ... Continue reading
Raser to Unveil Advanced Series Plug-in-Hybrid Drive System Design at SAE World Congress in Detroit
PROVO, Utah April 10, 2008; Raser Technologies, Inc. announced today it will be unveiling components of a new advanced extended-range plug-in series hybrid electric vehicle powertrain and integrated drive system designed for full-size SUVs and pickup trucks in conjunction with its systems integration partner, FEV, at t ... Continue reading
26th Annual Laughlin River Run Set for April 23-27, 2008
Largest Motorcycle Rally in West Returns to Colorado River LAUGHLIN, Nev., April 10 -- More than 60,000 motorcycle enthusiasts will roar into Laughlin, Nev. April 23-27 for the 26th annual Laughlin River Run. The event, which brings thousands of people and nearly as many motorcycles to the Colorado River valley to enjo ... Continue reading
Ford Launches National Sweepstakes for Independent Installers and Body Shops
DEARBORN, Mich., April 9 -- Ford Customer Service Division has introduced the "2008 Summer of Savings," a national program exclusively for independent auto repair and body shops. The "2008 Summer of Savings" offers valuable rebate offers during two redemption periods. The first promotional period, known as "Qualifying ... Continue reading
SuperCarDirect.com Gains on Craigslist With 400,000 Car Alliance With Dealix
SAN FRANCISCO April 9, 2008;SuperCarDirect.com announced that it will receive 400,000 automotive listings daily through an alliance with the Dealix Corporation, a deal it said would enable the fast-growing free car classified website to gain more ground on Craigslist. âThis alliance makes SuperCarDirect.com the na ... Continue reading
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