New York International Auto Show Names Alan Liebensohn Business Manager
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- America's first and largest-attended auto show has named Alan Liebensohn business manager. The announcement was made today by Candida Romanelli, show director for the past 14 years. Liebensohn, also a long-time veteran of the trade show and exhibition management field, joins Romanelli and her staff ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS: 2006 Cadillac STS -V: Supercharged Elegance
* New 440-horsepower Supercharged Northstar V-8 Engine * New Hydra-Matic Six-Speed Automatic Transmission * Chassis Tuned for the Track or Autobahn * Exterior Design Combines Elegance, Performance, Functionality * Leather-Wrapped, Performance-Refined Interior DETROIT – The 2006 Cadillac STS-V is General Motors ... Continue reading
Top Automakers Pledge U.S. Sales Growth From Slew of New Vehicles; Analysts Expect Flat Market
DETROIT January 12, 2005; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that the world's top automakers used one of the industry's biggest stages in recent days to roll out their latest cars and trucks, at the same time pledging to use the fresh offerings to attract greater numbers of new customers and expand their busines ... Continue reading
ARCA RE/MAX Series Partners With Weld Wheel Industries TOLEDO OH (1-12-05) ARCA RE/MAX Series officials announced a new partnership with Weld Wheel Industries under which the renowned manufacturer of high-performance aftermarket wheels will be the Official Wheel of the ARCA RE/MAX Series through 2007. "We're delighted ... Continue reading
Infineon: Preliminary Results of First Quarter Show Earnings Below Analyst Expectations
MUNICH, Germany--Jan. 12, 2005--Infineon Technologies AG (FSE/NYSE:IFX) announced, based on preliminary figures available today, that it expects revenues and earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) in the first quarter of fiscal year 2005 to be below market expectations. The company expects revenues of approximately ... Continue reading
BOSTON--Jan. 12, 2005--@utoRevenue(TM), the nation's leader in permission based marketing services for the automotive industry, announced today the release of @utoCleanse(TM), the newest component in @utoRevenue's products designed to increase dealer revenue and enhance dealerships' customer relationship management (CR ... Continue reading
Michigan High School Students Embark on 2005 FIRST Robotics Competition
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Jan. 12 -- At a regional kickoff event for the 2005 FIRST Robotics competition at Northville High School on Saturday, high school students from across Michigan learned the details of this year's robotic challenge during a national simulcast from NASA. In the next six weeks, and with the guidance of v ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles (CPOV) Set 2004 Sales Record
* December 2004 Sales Increase 69 Percent Year-Over-Year * Total Year CPOV Sales Exceed 100,000 Units; Set New Sales Record AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 12 -- Chrysler Group reported record sales for its Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles (CPOV) for December 2004 of 9,892 units, an increase of 69 percent compared to December 20 ... Continue reading
AAA Michigan Offers First Home-Based Tool to Help Seniors Drive Safely Longer
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 12 -- Just as you would screen for high cholesterol or high blood pressure, AAA Michigan introduced today a first-of- its kind scientifically validated tool designed to help seniors screen for their driving health. And it can be done in the privacy of one's home. Roadwise Review: A Tool to Help Se ... Continue reading
Diamond Powersports Shatters All 2003 Sales Records
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 12 -- Diamond Powersports, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: DPWS) is pleased to announce that the company has just completed another record year finishing with its strongest December and fourth quarter on record. Though the fourth quarter is typically the sportbike industry's weakest quarter, Diamond P ... Continue reading
Networkcar(R) Awarded GSA Federal Supply Schedule Contract
Contract streamlines buying process for government agencies enabling them to more easily purchase the Networkfleet solution SAN DIEGO, Jan. 12 -- Networkcar(R), a Reynolds and Reynolds company that offers web-based vehicle GPS tracking and remote diagnostics products, today announced that it has been awarded a U.S. Gen ... Continue reading
Automotive Industry Jumps into Electronics
DETROIT, Mich.--Jan. 12, 2005-- Backseat Entertainment, Navigation & Bluetooth Become Leading Features for 2005 Model Year The automotive industry is increasingly looking to electronics and entertainment devices to differentiate their new models according to the Telematics Research Group (TRG)--an automotive and mobile ... Continue reading
Inaugural SAE Leadership Development Program Selects 25 Student Participants
PITTSBURGH, Jan. 12 -- Twenty-five SAE student leaders were selected to participate in the inaugural Leadership Development Program. This program is the first of many new offerings to the Society's younger members under the SAE Power Track. Power Track is a career pathway that is designed to help accelerate an individu ... Continue reading
AAA Texas Provides Seniors With A New Tool To Help Keep Them Safe Behind The Wheel
IRVING, Texas--Jan. 12, 2005--A new computer program that will help seniors self-assess their "driving health" in the privacy of their homes is now available in all AAA Texas offices. "Roadwise Review" is a CD-ROM program developed by AAA and other transportation experts. It includes scientifically validated testing of ... Continue reading
Auto Centrix, Inc. Covered in Article by Journalist
By Maria Esposito TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 12 -- Auto Centrix, Inc. (ATCX.PK) The auto remarketing industry has not always enjoyed the best reputation. In spite of its sometimes dubious status, it is still a $390 billion dollar industry in North America alone with plenty of room for growth. This potentiality is a fact that Au ... Continue reading
WESTWOOD, Mass., Jan. 12 -- LoJack Corporation announced today the appointment of Joseph F. Abely as Chief Executive Officer and Richard T. Riley as President and Chief Operating Officer. Ronald J. Rossi will remain as Chairman of the Board of Directors, while relinquishing the day-to-day duties as CEO. In announcing t ... Continue reading
North American International Auto Show to Utilize Codespear's SmartMSG Technology
BIRMINGHAM, Mich., Jan. 12 -- Codespear, LLC announced today that it has been retained by the 2005 North American International Auto Show to assist the multiple law enforcement agencies and private companies with security operations and communications through their flagship product "SmartMSG" -- a multi-lingual, distri ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Jan. 12, 2005-- Performance, value and safety of Saphion(R) Lithium-ion technology drives selection Valence Technology, Inc. , a leader in the development and commercialization of Saphion(R) technology, the only safe large format lithium-ion rechargeable battery technology, has received an order from UQM ... Continue reading
RepairOne(R) Hits Record Sales in 2004, Opens Second Service Center in Daytona Beach Area
PORT ORANGE, Fla., Jan. 12 -- RepairOne(R) Automotive Concepts, LLC, opened their second repair and service center in the Daytona Beach area on Monday, January 10. Located at 2325 S. Ridgewood Avenue in South Daytona, Fla., the new RepairOne(R) Service Center is just minutes from the company's original Port Orange loca ... Continue reading
ConversionCenter.com Specializes in Customer Service and Conversion Van Sales on Website
'Chat Live Now' Functionality Provides Virtual Assistance to Conversion Van Buyers SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 12 -- ConversionCenter.com, the internet's site with the most conversion vans, trucks and SUV's for sale, announces the addition of the "Chat Live Now" feature to their website. This personalized feature continues ... Continue reading
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Jan. 12, 2005--Fleetguard Inc., the global filtration, exhaust, coolant and chemical specialist for diesel and gas powered equipment, announces Fleetguard Emission Solutions(TM) participation in an advanced retrofit initiative, funded by the Queens Clean Air Project, with the New York City Department ... Continue reading
Porsche Cars North America Announces Appointment of Michael Bartsch as Vice President and COO
ATLANTA, Jan. 12 -- Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) today announced the appointment of Michael Bartsch to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer at PCNA. Bartsch will be responsible for all aspects of vehicle sales, sales operations, and the Porsche Academy. He joined Porsche in Februar ... Continue reading
Dodge NASCAR Quotes from Wednesday at DIS Test
Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005 Ray Cooper Daytona International Speedway Clear!Blue Day Two 2005 Testing. 704-975-3232 SLUGGER LABBE (Crew Chief No. 19 Dodge Dealers/UAW Dodge Charger) NOTE: Labbe joined the Evernham Motorsports team with driver Jeremy Mayfield in mid-December after four seasons at DEI. Both of Mayfield's Do ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Providing Front and Rear Axles, Hydroformed Frame for New Land Rover LR3
TOLEDO, Ohio, Jan. 12 -- Dana Corporation announced today that it has begun supplying front and rear axles, as well as the full-perimeter, hydroformed frame, for the 2005 Land Rover LR3 premium sport-utility vehicle. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903/DANA ) The axles feature Dana's Advan TEK(R) design ... Continue reading
Ray Bradbury Talks Transportation's Future in Green Car Journal
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., Jan. 12 -- According to Ray Bradbury, one of the world's leading science fiction writers and author of such classics as "The Martian Chronicles" and "Fahrenheit 451," traffic on our nation's major highways will freeze with gridlock, and only then will people decide to change their driving habit ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation to Supply High-Performance Spaceframe for General Motors' 2006 Z06 Corvette
TOLEDO, Ohio, Jan. 12 -- Dana Corporation announced today that it will supply an all-aluminum, ultra- lightweight spaceframe for General Motors' 2006 Z06 Corvette. The car will be featured at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, which opens Saturday. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19990903 ... Continue reading
Chevy NASCAR Notes - Daytona Test, Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Contact: Nancy Wager GM Racing Communications cell: (727) 415-3109 For more information: media.gm.com CHEVROLET NOTES & QUOTES NASCAR NEXTEL CUP SERIES DAYTONA TEST SESSION 1 DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY January 12, 2005 DALE EARNHARDT JR., 2004 DAYTONA 500 WINNER AND DRIVER OF THE NO. 8 BUDWEISER CHEVROLET MONTE CAR ... Continue reading
Chevy Notes - Daytona Test, P. Rondeau
Contact: Nancy Wager GM Racing Communications cell: (727) 415-3109 For more information: media.gm.com CHEVROLET NOTES & QUOTES NASCAR NEXTEL CUP SERIES DAYTONA TEST SESSION 1 DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY January 12, 2005 PETE RONDEAU, CREW CHIEF, NO. 8 BUDWEISER CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO - Q&A'S WITH MEDIA: (ON THE TEST) ... Continue reading
Chevy NASCAR Notes - Daytona Test, M. Waltrip
Contact: Nancy Wager GM Racing Communications cell: (727) 415-3109 For more information: media.gm.com CHEVROLET NOTES & QUOTES NASCAR NEXTEL CUP SERIES DAYTONA TEST SESSION 1 DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY January 12, 2005 MICHAEL WALTRIP, TWO-TIME DAYTONA 500 WINNER AND DRIVER OF THE NO. 15 NAPA CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO ... Continue reading
AutoWeek Gives Editors' Choice Honors to Top Vehicles at Detroit's 2005 NAIAS
DETROIT, Jan. 12 -- The editorial staff of AutoWeek announced its favorite vehicles of the 2005 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) this evening at the magazine's annual Design Forum at Cobo Conference/Exhibition Center in Detroit, Mich. The AutoWeek Editors' Choice Awards were revealed by AutoWeek Editor an ... Continue reading
2005 NAIAS BMW AT THE DETROIT AUTO SHOW
5 Series all-wheel drive models makes world debut, M5 makes North American debuts and H2R Hydrogen Record Car to be presented Woodcliff Lake, NJ - January 12, 2005... The BMW 5 Series continues to go from strength to strength with both world and US introductions at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. ... Continue reading
Automakers Offer Base Models of Small Cars The Affordable Way to Get Behind the Wheel
DETROIT January 12, 2005; David Runk writing for the AP reported that even though they're sometimes hard to spot amid the sumptuous luxury sedans, rugged trucks and dreamy sportscars, tucked away in the displays at the North American International Auto Show, in the shadow of pricey models or eye-catching concepts, are ... Continue reading
General Motors to Double Capacity in India
AHMEDABAD, Jan 12, 2005; Reuters reported that General Motors Corp. plans to invest 3 billion rupees ($68.6 million) and double its capacity in India, its managing director for India, Aditya Vij, said at a global investor meet in Ahmedabad on Wednesday. ... Continue reading
Mercedes Looks Forward to Reduced Profit, Quality Issues, Larger US Work Force
FRANKFURT, Jan 12, 2005; Reuters reported that a weak dollar and the tackling of quality problems will eat into profits at DaimlerChrysler's Mercedes unit this year, Mercedes head Eckhard Cordes told German newspaper Financial Times Deutschland. "We will do what is necessary to remove the quality problem. And that will ... Continue reading
Chevrolet NASCAR Teams Kick Off '05 Season
For Release: January 11, 2005, 2:00 p.m. EST Chevrolet NASCAR Teams Kick Off 2005 Season Preseason Thunder test days begin at Daytona International Speedway DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Nearly 20 Chevrolet Monte Carlo race cars take to the track this week and next to kick off the 2005 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series season in pre-se ... Continue reading
Chariot Manufacturing Targets Relief Agencies and Homeland Security
BARTOW, Fla., Jan. 12 -- American Commerce Solutions, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: AACS) today announced that its subsidiary Chariot Manufacturing Company, Inc. has begun to target Relief Agencies and Homeland Security as a market for its lightweight fiberglass trailers. Steven D. Smith, President of Chariot, stated, "We have ... Continue reading
New LED Smallest Module Available to Offer Key Display Features
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Jan. 12, 2005--OSRAM Opto Semiconductors today announced its new generation of white light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for small mobile terminals. At only 0.8 millimeters (mm) high and featuring Electrostatic Sensitive Device (ESD) protection in an on-board diode, the new Micro SIDELEDs(R) are ideal for mo ... Continue reading
Lemelson-MIT Study Shows Many Americans Feel Most Creative in the Car
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--Jan. 12, 2005--Don't think of your commute as being stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic; think of it as a potential breeding ground for your next creative breakthrough! Nearly 20 percent of American adults say they think most creatively in their cars, according to the 2005 Lemelson-MIT Invention Index s ... Continue reading
Overseas Media Flock in Record Numbers to the 2005 North American International Auto Show
DETROIT, Jan. 12 -- More than 6,600 journalists from 60 countries and 42 states attended Press Days during the 2005 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) at COBO Center in Detroit. The universal appeal of this year's show is unprecedented, as international media attendance for NAIAS 2005 jumped 20 percent. (Lo ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 12 -- Get ready to drop the hammer and race down to The New Detroit Science Center when Monster Trucks: An Xtreme Exhibit opens to the public this Saturday, Jan. 15, 2005. This one-of-a-kind exhibit on monster trucks and the science behind building and driving them will be at the Science Center through Ma ... Continue reading
2005 North American International Auto Show
Industry Preview Days to Feature Diverse Forums Attracting Wide Range of Industry Professionals Events to Include Automotive Symposium with Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm, Leading OEM Executives DETROIT, Jan. 12 -- The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) will kick-off its Industry Preview Days, Jan. 12 and ... Continue reading
Infiniti G35 Still #1 While the All New Corvette Debuts on LeaseCompare.com Top 10 List
CINCINNATI--Jan. 12, 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 fourth quarter of 2004. The Infiniti G35 enters its seventh straight quarter ... Continue reading
Newest Consumer-Satisfaction Honors Swell Michelin Trophy Case
DETROIT, Jan. 12 -- The Michelin Man(TM) will have to expand his trophy case to make room for three new awards the company recently received, for J.D. Power and Associates Customer Satisfaction studies on tires. Since J.D. Power and Associates began gauging consumer satisfaction with tires in 1989, Michelin has won 62 ... Continue reading
The Experts at NADAguides.com Offer Simple Tips Anyone Can Use to Make New Car Buying a Breeze COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 11 -- Maybe it's that new car smell or the thrill of owning a brand-spanking-new car nobody else has ever owned. Whatever the reason, purchasing a new vehicle can be a thrill. For some shoppers, howev ... Continue reading
More Charger NASCAR Quotes from DIS
Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005 Ray Cooper Daytona International Speedway Clear!Blue Day One 2005 Testing. PAGE 2. 704-975-3232 COMMENTS AFTER MORNING TEST SESSION CASEY MEARS (No. 41 Target Dodge) "It's slower and the rules aren't the same, so it's hard to tell a big difference in the cars. ... Continue reading
Apple & Volvo Announce iPod Connectivity For Entire 2005 US Model Line
MACWORLD EXPO, SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11 -- Apple(R) and Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (VCNA) today announced two iPod(R) connectivity options for Volvo's entire 2005 US model line, allowing iPod users to listen to their music collection through their Volvo audio system. The Volvo iPod Adapter will be available for S60 ... Continue reading
NEWTON, Texas and CLEARWATER, Fla., Jan. 11 -- Parliament Coach Corp., one of the leading manufacturers of Prevost Conversions, has partnered with Homeland Defense Vehicles LLC to create the first high-line motor coach that can protect occupants against nuclear radiation from dirty bombs, nuclear accidents, as well as, ... Continue reading
Yazaki Launches Its Family of Automotive High Voltage Products
CANTON, Mich., Jan. 11 -- Yazaki Corporation (Yazaki), a leading supplier of vehicle power and data solutions to the automotive industry, has announced the launch of its family of automotive high-voltage products available for gasoline-electric hybrids and other vehicles employing electric drive technology. The compone ... Continue reading
Siemens VDO Automotive/Goodyear Tire IQ Systems Debuts on Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept
DETROIT--Jan. 11, 2005--Siemens VDO Automotive and Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co.'s jointly developed Tire IQ(TM) tire information system helped Ford Motor Co.'s Shelby GR-1 turn heads during the automaker's press reveal on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2004 at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) held at Cobo Center in ... Continue reading
Ad Agencies Compete for Mitsubishi Motors Account
Six National Advertising Agencies Make Second Round of Mitsubishi Motors North America Selection Process CYPRESS, CALIF., Jan. 11 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today announced the six advertising agencies that will advance to the next round of the selection process, in which the winner will be named as the ... Continue reading
Facial Tissues Are Now a Perfect Fit With Johnson Controls' Railport Vehicle Personalization System
Newly resized Juniors tissue boxes provide another way for consumers to customize vehicles DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- Coffee overflow in the car? Sneezes in the SUV? Help is closer than you think. From messy spills from the kids, to allergies and colds, there are many reasons to want Kleenex(R) facial tissues within arms' rea ... Continue reading
Waterside Plaza in New York Adds Zipcars as a Tenant Amenity
New York's Only Car Sharing Company Brings Unique Service to Tenants and the Local Community in One of Manhattan's Premiere High-rises. NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- With luxury apartments springing up all over the city, developers and property managers are finding it's harder than ever to stay ahead of the competition. However ... Continue reading
Cruz Pedregon Chili Bowl Midget Nationals Wrap Up
Advance Auto Parts Racing Nitro Funny Car Pedregon Racing NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series 19th Annual Chili Bowl Midget Nationals Notes & Quotes Cruz Pedregon Wraps Up Chili Bowl Adventure Fun Weekend for Advance Auto Parts Funny Car Driver TULSA, Okla. (Jan, 10, 2005) Cruz Pedregon was in familiar colors, those of ... Continue reading
Dodge Charger NASCAS Quotes from Daytona
Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005 Ray Cooper Daytona International Speedway Clear!Blue Day One 2005 Testing. PAGE 1. 704-975-3232 Comments on the 2005 Dodge Charger after unveiling Tuesday morning at Daytona International Speedway. RICHARD PETTY (Won three NASCAR championships and a record 37 victories in a Charger) "You know it' ... Continue reading
AAA To Release First Home Based Tool to Help Seniors Drive Safely Longer
WASHINGTON--Jan. 11, 2005--AAA WHAT: AAA will release a first-of-its-kind, scientifically validated tool that identifies declines in functional abilities that increase crash risk in older drivers and provides them with the remedies to reduce that crash risk. This driver screening tool can be used in the privacy of one' ... Continue reading
TAMPA, Fla.--Jan. 11, 2005--Hybrid Fuel Systems, Inc., ("Hybrid" or the "Company') (OTCBB:HYFS) today unveiled the details to the Company's No School Bus Left Behind Initiative(TM). According to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) internet web site, 24 million school age children ride the bus daily. On average ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Supplies DualTronic(TM)-Based Clutch Module to Ford SRV Concept Car
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 11 -- BorgWarner supplied the modular hybrid transmission clutch module in the Ford Scientific Research Vehicle (SRV2005) on display at the 2005 North American International Auto Show. The Ford SRV2005 project showcases a six-speed automatic hybrid transmission in combination with a 2.7L diese ... Continue reading
Ener1 to Acquire Giner Electrochemical's Fuel Cell Business
Signs Letters of Intent with Giner, Inc. and General Motors Corp. for Purchase of Their Interests FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 11 -- Ener1, Inc., (BULLETIN BOARD: ENEI) today announced it has signed letters of intent to acquire Giner Electrochemical Systems, LLC (GES), a privately held company located in Newton, Massach ... Continue reading
Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. to Acquire Ten Retail Tire Stores
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 11 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire ten retail tire stores from Henderson Holdings, Inc. While Henderson Holdings, Inc. will receive some cash as part of the transaction, the acquisition will be funded primarily using Monro common st ... Continue reading
El Equipo de Autos Deportivos Compactos de GM Racing Correrá en Puerto Rico
DETROIT, 11 de enero /PR Newswire/ -- Con los ojos puestos en superar lo logrado en la temporada 2004, durante la cual se establecieron varios récords en la serie de autos deportivos compactos Summit de la NHRA, el equipo de fábrica de GM Racing comienza los preparativos para la próxima campaña con una exhibición ... Continue reading
Chevy NASCAR Notes - Daytona Test, J.Gordon
Contact: Nancy Wager GM Racing Communications cell: (727) 415-3109 For more information: media.gm.com CHEVROLET NOTES & QUOTES NASCAR NEXTEL CUP SERIES DAYTONA TEST SESSION 1 DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY January 11, 2005 JEFF GORDON, NO. 24 DUPONT CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO AND TWO-TIME DAYTONA 500 CHAMPION - Q&A'S WITH M ... Continue reading
Latest 'Shoe' Fashions Also Displayed at Auto Show
DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- Covering the expansive floor space of more than a million square feet of exhibits at the North American International Auto Show is quite a task, and it requires footwear that is both sturdy and comfortable. For many, style counts, too. However, there is another type of footwear on display among the ... Continue reading
Chevy NASCAR Notes - Daytona Test, Kyle Busch
Contact: Nancy Wager GM Racing Communications cell: (727) 415-3109 For more information: media.gm.com CHEVROLET NOTES & QUOTES NASCAR NEXTEL CUP SERIES DAYTONA TEST SESSION 1 DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY January 11, 2005 KYLE BUSCH, NO. 5 KELLOGG'S CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO - Q&A'S WITH MEDIA: (TELL US ABOUT YOUR ANTICIP ... Continue reading
Insurer to Provide Tailored 'Pay As You Drive'(TM) Insurance Premiums For Young Drivers
NORWICH, England, January 12 -- Young drivers will now have the chance to get more affordable insurance premiums thanks to an innovative new scheme from Norwich Union. The UK's largest insurer has launched 'Pay As You Drive'(TM) (1) For Young Drivers for motorists aged 18-21, which uses cutting-edge, in-car technology ... Continue reading
GM May Import "smart Killer" Matiz Mini to US
DETROIT, Jan 11, 2005; Michael Ellis writng for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp. eyeing the growing number of small cars coming to the U.S. market, is considering importing from Korea the Daewoo Matiz minicar built by its affiliate GM Daewoo, the head of GM Daewoo said on Tuesday. The minicar, already sold as ... Continue reading
DETROIT January 11, 2005; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that the Chrysler Group, the only one of Detroit's Big Three automakers to post a U.S. sales gain in 2004, has no plans to cut jobs in the next two years, executives said at the North American International Auto Show. The outlook was less rosy at rival ... Continue reading
Toyota to Build Gas-Conserving Hybrid Vehicles in U.S. Plus Other News
DETROIT January 11, 2005; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that Toyota Motor Corp., Japan's No. 1 automaker, will build gas-conserving hybrid vehicles in the United States, though plans haven't been finalized, President Fujio Cho said Tuesday. For now, Toyota builds all of its hybrids in Japan. Cho, in an inte ... Continue reading
Honda to Lease FCX Hydrogen Car To Indivduals
DETROIT January 11, 2005; The AP reported that Honda Motor Co. plans to allow an individual U.S. consumer to lease its FCX fuel cell vehicle this year, CEO Takeo Fukui said "Fuel cell technology is ready for real-world use," Fukui said. Honda also plans to test small hydrogen refueling stations designed for home use in ... Continue reading
We Told Ya So! Rolls-Royce to Build 100EX
DETROIT (AP) -- Two years after introducing the Phantom, officials with Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Ltd. said Tuesday that continued expansion of the company's lineup is part of its long-term plans. Rolls-Royce sold 792 of the massive luxury cars last year and plans to build a two-door, four-seat convertible that will be un ... Continue reading
Kia Plans Side-Curtain Air Bags in All Models
DETROIT January 11, 2005; The AP reported that Kia Motors America Inc. on Tuesday unveiled its new 2006 Kia Rio subcompact sedan, with features including side-curtain air bags that the company says soon will be standard on all of its models. The Rio, which is scheduled to go on sale starting this summer, is the latest ... Continue reading
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