Gary Grates Named VP Of GM North America Communications
DETROIT - Gary F. Grates has been appointed vice president of GM North America Communications, effective Jan. 1. He replaces Tom Kowaleski, who recently was promoted to vice president of GM Communications, responsible for General Motors' communications efforts globally. Grates will become a member of the GM North Ameri ... Continue reading
HUMMER Taps Regis Philbin For New Television Commercial
New Ads To Break During Dec. 14 NFL Games DETROIT - In two new television ads, HUMMER will show audiences different sides of the brand. "Each of these ads reflect a different facet of the brand's unique personality," said Liz Vanzura, director of HUMMER advertising and sales promotion. "One plays to the luxury side of ... Continue reading
Ex-Chrysler Chief: Deal Was 'Acquisition'
WILMINGTON, Del. December 12, 2003; Jon Hurdle writing for Reuters reported that the executive who ran Chrysler after the 1998 creation of DaimlerChrysler AG told a judge on Friday the deal was a "merger of equals" but should have been billed as an acquisition by Daimler-Benz. The apparently contradictory testimony fro ... Continue reading
Saturn, UAW Reach Tentative Agreement
DETROIT December 12, 2003; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that General Motors Corp.'s Saturn division and the United Auto Workers have reached a tentative agreement on a labor contract covering about 6,000 workers in Tennessee and Michigan, the two sides said Friday. No details of the agreement were released ... Continue reading
Halfway Motors Nissan Ice Race Challenge - Eaeh
For immediate release; Halfway Motors Nissan Pro Am Ice Race Challenge set for February 27-29 THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO - The Thunder Bay Autosport Club recently announced that a major motorsports Ice race will take place at Chippewa Park on the weekend of February 27-29, 2004. The event will be called the Halfway Motors Ni ... Continue reading
LA Consul General of Sweden Hosts Sneak Preview of Hot New Volvo Car
LOS ANGELES--Dec. 12, 2003--Guests may think Santa has arrived early next week when the Swedish Consulate General and Volvo Cars of North America welcome the press and invited guests to a Christmas cocktail buffet on December 17 at the Swedish residence in Santa Monica. The festive evening will combine traditional Swed ... Continue reading
California Company KleenAir Cleans Up London Taxis
IRVINE, Calif.--Dec. 12, 2003--KleenAir Systems Inc. (OTCBB:KAIR), announces successful tests of its NOxMaster(R) NOx Reduction System (SCR) combined with its Oxidizing Particulate Trap (OPT) on a 15 year old London Fairway Taxicab. Results indicated over 80% reduction in NOx and over 95% reduction in particulates with ... Continue reading
True 1903 Wright Flyer Reproduction to Land At Henry Ford Museum After Re-Enacting First Flight
- Ford Motor Company will donate the authentic reproduction of the Wrights' 1903 Flyer to the Henry Ford Museum, bringing to fruition a longtime dream of Henry Ford's. - Ford Motor Company has a rich history in aviation and played a fundamental role in bringing air travel to the masses. DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 12 -- Henr ... Continue reading
Amicus Members Vote to Strike at Land Rover in Solihull
LONDON, December 12 -- Amicus members at Landrover's plant in Solihull have voted overwhelmingly for industrial action over the company's pay offer. Amicus members at the plant voted approximately 60% to 40% in support of strike action over the company pay offer of 61/2% over two years. On the question of action short ... Continue reading
Asbury Automotive Group Confirms 2003 Guidance
STAMFORD, Conn., Dec. 12 -- Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. , one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., today confirmed its 2003 earnings guidance. Earnings per share from continuing operations are expected to be approximately $1.55 before a previously announced pre tax charge of approximate ... Continue reading
FLORIDA'S BRONSON MOTOR SPEEDWAY JOINS ASA MEMBER TRACK PROGRAM
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Ward's Reports Estimated North American Vehicle Production- December 12, 2003
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Dec. 12 -- Vehicle production this week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 362,878 units, up 0.7 percent from the 360,293 cars and trucks built last week, according to Ward's Automotive Reports. Including this week's estimates, calendar year North American output now total ... Continue reading
GM WEEKLY PRODUCTION DECEMBER 15, 2003
Total U.S. Passenger Car 29,575 Total U.S. Truck 58,335 Total Canada Passenger Car 15,356 Total Canada Truck 7,403 Total N.A. Car and Truck 122,087 Note: Totals exclude Joint Venture production (i.e. HUMMER, NUMMI, etc.)North American Scheduled Overtime/Downtime for Week of Dec. 15, 2003 Mon 12/15 Tue 12/16 Wed 12/17 T ... Continue reading
Ford will produce 1,000 limited edition 2004 Thunderbird Pacific Coast Roadster models.
Limited Edition T-Bird is a Californian Collectible 2004 Thunderbird Offers New Palette of Colors Featured Stories Press Releases By: Ellen Akins | Ford Communications Network Ford will produce 1,000 limited edition 2004 Thunderbird Pacific Coast Roadster models. DEARBORN, Mich. – A warm breeze teases your hair. ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Rolls Into the Motor City
Company Accelerates Acquisition Program With Addition of Thrifty Franchisee Operations at Detroit Metro Airport TULSA, Okla., Dec. 11 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today announced the acquisition of the Thrifty Car Rental franchise operation serving the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The acquisit ... Continue reading
21st Century Insurance Unveils Campaign to Encourage Safe Holiday Driving
Billboard Campaign Focuses on Sober Driving and Child Safety Seat Usage WOODLAND HILLS, Calif., Dec. 11 -- With the hectic holiday season now underway, 21st Century Insurance has released a series of billboards to promote safe driving and child passenger safety. Two designs encourage holiday revelers to drive sober wit ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Media Center (877) 201-2373 BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE TO SPONSOR BURNOUT COMPETITION AT MUSTANG 40th ANNIVERSARY CELBRATION NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 11, 2003) - Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire, LLC (BFNT) is sponsoring the Burnout Competition at the Mustang 40th Anniversary celebr ... Continue reading
Industries International Awarded China Patent for Battery Control System for Electric Vehicles
SHENZHEN, China & LOS ANGELES--Dec. 11, 2003--Industries International, Inc. (OTCBB:IDUL), a rapidly growing manufacturer and distributor of telephones, telecommunications-related technology and lithium batteries in China, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Li Sun Power, has been awarded a technology pat ... Continue reading
RC2 Extends Licensing Agreement with Popular NASCAR Driver Jimmie Johnson
BOLINGBROOK, Ill., Dec. 11 -- Reflecting the popularity of its JIMMIE JOHNSON die-cast replicas, apparel and hobby products, RC2 announced today that it has extended the term of its licensing agreement with JG Motorsports, Inc. for Jimmie Johnson and the Hendrick Motorsports #48/Lowe's race team. RC2, producer and mark ... Continue reading
- Chrysler Group sponsors the educational visits of more than 25 schools from Oakland, Wayne and Macomb County - Detroit artist Gilda Snowden will provide a brief lecture to the high school students WHAT: Approximately 100 high school students from metro Detroit will visit the DaimlerChrysler "On the Edge" corporate ar ... Continue reading
Earl Scheib Announces Continued Improvements in Second Quarter Fiscal 2004 Results
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif.--Dec. 11, 2003--Earl Scheib, Inc. (AMEX:ESH) reported its results for the second quarter and six months ended October 31, 2003 of the fiscal year ending April 30, 2004. Net sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2004 were $12,860,000, a slight increase from the second quarter of fiscal 2003 net sal ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 11 -- Kicking up the volume when their favorite tune comes on is now an option for Dodge SRT-4 owners. An all new Kicker(R)/SRT Livin' Loud audio system upgrade is available on 2004 model-year Dodge SRT-4 cars. "While our performance-tuned exhaust system is quickly becoming the 'signature soun ... Continue reading
Order Follows Verification by EPA of Dramatic Emissions Reductions STAMFORD, Conn., Dec. 12 -- Clean Diesel Technologies, Inc. (CDT) (BULLETIN BOARD: CDTI, AIM: CDT, CDTS) announced today that it has received an initial order from Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) to supply its Platinum Plus(R) Purifier System for retrofit t ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: Weekend Gas Watch Expands to Give Southern California Travelers a National Outlook
LOS ANGELES--Dec. 12, 2003--Beginning this week, the Automobile Club of Southern California expands its Weekend Gas Watch to give Southern California travelers a national perspective on gasoline prices. Since many Southland residents rent cars when they travel throughout the country to visit loved ones or for vacation, ... Continue reading
Second Biodiesel Plant Site Selected in Greater Phoenix, Arizona
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.--Dec. 11, 2003--American Biofuels L.L.C. (ABF) and Green Star Products Inc., (OTC:GSPI) (35% owner of ABF) are pleased to announce their decision to locate their second continuous flow production biodiesel facility within the Greater Phoenix, Arizona area. The plant site includes a 9,000-square-foot ... Continue reading
State of Tennessee Awards Top Honors For Pollution Prevention to Two DENSO Facilities
Maryville and Athens Manufacturing Locations Win with Voluntary Environmental Program DETROIT, Dec. 11 -- DENSO's two East Tennessee automotive manufacturing facilities have been honored by the State of Tennessee for achieving Performer status, the top level of the Tennessee Pollution Prevention Partnership (TP3). To e ... Continue reading
Dell-Winston Solar Car Challenge Named One of America's 10 Most Innovative Education Programs
ROUND ROCK, Texas--Dec. 11, 2003--Dell Inc. Technology and Learning Magazine calls program "more than a race -- it's an all-around 'brain sport'" Technology and Learning Magazine has selected The Dell-Winston Solar Car Challenge as one of the Top 10 Most Innovative Projects in Education. The Dell-Winston Solar Challeng ... Continue reading
Michelin Signs an 8-Year Partnership Agreement With IBM Valued at 1 Billion Euros
ARMONK, N.Y.--Dec. 11, 2003-- Michelin Leverages IBM Global Services' Unrivaled Worldwide Capabilities and Experience to Transform Its IT Infrastructure Michelin, the worldwide market leader in tires, and IBM announced today that they have signed a partnership agreement valued at 1 billion euros. According to this 8-ye ... Continue reading
Volkswagen to Utilize Dealix Corporation's Internet Marketing and Technology Services
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. and REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Dec. 11 -- Volkswagen of America and Dealix Corporation, the market expert and leader in automotive Internet marketing services, announced a partnership whereby Volkswagen will use Dealix technology and marketing services to connect online car buyers with its retailer netwo ... Continue reading
Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure Reports 88% Increase in Sales of Holiday Gift Certificates
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 11 -- The Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure (BULLETIN BOARD: DJRT) has announced that Holiday Gift Certificates are selling at a record pace. As a result of a new marketing initiative that centers on radio spots in 5 key markets sales of gift certificates have exceeded last year's record numbers by 88 ... Continue reading
Barber Dodge Returns to England
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Lear Corporation Announces Organizational Changes
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Dec. 11 -- Lear Corporation today announced the following organizational changes effective February 1, 2004, unless otherwise noted: D. William Pumphrey has been named president of Lear's Asia Pacific Operations Group, effective immediately. Pumphrey will be located in the U.S. and will report to bot ... Continue reading
Mary C. Bottie Joins Flexsteel Board
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Dec. 11, 2003--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. Mary C. Bottie, Vice President and General Manager of Motorola, Inc.'s Special Markets & Canada Division, was named to the Board of Directors of Flexsteel Industries, Inc. "Mary Bottie brings to our Company an outstanding record in just about every phase of marke ... Continue reading
Ooh-Rah George H. Walls Elected to the Board of Louisville Based Thomas Industries
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 11 -- George H. Walls, Jr. has been elected to the Board of Directors of Thomas Industries Inc. . Walls is currently Chief Deputy for the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor, a position he has held since 2000. In addition, Walls served as an Officer of the U.S. Marine Corps for 28 years, an ... Continue reading
LDM Technologies Announces Fiscal Year 2003 Financial Results
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 11 -- LDM Technologies, Inc. reported net sales for the year ended September 28, 2003 of $425.0 million, an increase of $34.1 million or 8.7% from $390.9 million in 2002. The increase in net sales is due to the launch of new products from the Company's facility in Romulus, Michigan in March an ... Continue reading
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