Coach Industries Group, Inc. Announces 2005 First Quarter Conference Call
COOPER CITY, Fla.--May 12, 2005--Coach Industries (OTCBB:CIGI), which offers an array of financial services and insurance products to commercial fleet operators, today announced that Frank O'Donnell, CIGI's President and Chief Executive Officer, will host a conference call to discuss the Company's financial results for ... Continue reading
Details of Ford Motor Credit Company Conference for Fixed Income Investors
David Cosper, Ford Motor Credit Company vice chairman and CFO, will present to fixed income investors in Boston on Wednesday, May 18, from 2:00-2:50 p.m. ET and again from 3:00-3:50 p.m. ET. He will present the same information at both sessions. Cosper's presentations are a part of the American Financial Services Assoc ... Continue reading
FEV Guides Best-In-Class Jaguar Engine
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., May 12 -- FEV played a key role in the development of a "quiet" V-6 diesel engine recently introduced on the Jaguar S-Type sedan. The 2.7-liter engine will be displayed at the company's exhibit during the SAE 2005 Noise & Vibration Conference and Exhibition May 17-19, at the Grand Traverse Resort ... Continue reading
Ian Beavis Joins Kia as New Vice President of Marketing
IRVINE, Calif., May 12 -- Ian Beavis will join Kia Motors America, Inc. (KMA) as vice president of marketing at its U.S. headquarters in Irvine, Calif., effective Tuesday, May 17. In his new role, Beavis will oversee KMA's marketing operations including advertising, product planning and public relations. With more than ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: A Warning for Prom-Goers & Grads: Don't Drink and Drive
LOS ANGELES--May 12, 2005--Partying during and after proms and following graduation ceremonies can have serious consequences if alcohol is involved, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California. Recent years have seen a sharp increase in the number of underage drinking-related crashes resulting in death and ... Continue reading
2006 Dodge Charger Earns Top Government Safety Rating from NHTSA
* Dodge Charger 10th Vehicle in All-New Lineup to Receive Five Stars for Frontal Crash Protection AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 12 -- The 2006 Dodge Charger has received the government's highest rating for frontal-impact crash protection from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Dodge Charger five ... Continue reading
2005 Suzuki XL-7 4WD EX 5-passenger SUV Review
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2005 Suzuki XL-7 4WD EX 5-passenger SUV Sometimes the old way is best. Consider this in relation to small SUVs. All of the newer entries in that popular class are car-like ``crossover'' vehicles, with unibody construction and fully-independent suspension for comfort and car-like ha ... Continue reading
Valence Technology and EnergyCS Participate in Tour de Sol with Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle
AUSTIN, Texas--May 12, 2005--A concept plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) developed by EnergyCS and Valence Technology, Inc. will participate in the Tour de Sol Championship Race and Monte Carlo-style Rally on May 13-16. Valence is a leader in the development and commercialization of Saphion(R) technology, the only safe, la ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS -- NHRA Unveils Sport Compact Management Team Organization
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 914-4761 NHRA UNVEILS NEW SPORT COMPACT ORGANIZATION Ortega to Continue as Executive Director; Peterson Joins NHRA as General Manager GLENDORA, Calif. (May 12, 2005) - NHRA announced, today, a new sport compact organization, designed to build upon the leadership ... Continue reading
TOKYO--May 12, 2005--Alps (Pink Sheets:APELY) has announced the development of the SSCN series of two-way detection switches with a wide on-stroke angle. These switches provide high contact reliability even under severe conditions of environmental moisture and dust. This is a new series in Alps' lineup of two-way-detec ... Continue reading
American Standard to Present at Electrical Products Group Conference
PISCATAWAY, N.J., May 12 -- Fred Poses, chairman and CEO of American Standard Companies Inc. , will be a featured presenter at Electrical Products Group of New York's Annual Conference on Tuesday, May 17, beginning at 7:30 a.m. EDT. The presentation will be accessible via live audio webcast on American Standard's Web s ... Continue reading
NORWOOD, Mass.--May 12, 2005--Apogee Technology, Inc. (AMEX:ATA), a global provider of integrated circuits and an emerging Micro-Electromechanical Systems ("MEMS") sensor supplier, today announced the introduction of its Sensilica(TM) family of "all silicon" pressure sensors. The Company believes its first MEMS product ... Continue reading
ARKONA Expands to Offer Full Range of Complementary Hardware Products
SALT LAKE CITY--May 12, 2005--ARKONA Inc. (OTCBB: ARKN), the leader in Web-enabled dealer management solutions for the automobile industry, today announced that it has entered into agreements with leading computer hardware manufacturers and distributors as part of an initiative to provide dealers with better integratio ... Continue reading
Atos Origin Selected by BANSEFI to Help Address Federal Government Directed Initiatives in Mexico
MEXICO CITY--May 12, 2005-- Atos Origin Data Center to Help Improve BANSEFI Clients' Access to Financial Services and Enable the Bank to Broaden Services Atos Origin, a leading international information technology (IT) services provider, today announced it has been selected by Banco del Ahorro Nacional y Servicios Fina ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--May 12, 2005--CCC Information Services Inc. ("CCC") is increasing its collision estimating industry footprint by entering into agreements with information providers in the recreational vehicle (RV) and motorcycle industries. Through agreements with Duncan Systems - the leading RV estimating data provider -- an ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich., May 12 -- Collins & Aikman Corporation today announced that its Board of Directors has accepted the resignation of David A. Stockman as Chief Executive Officer, Chairman of the Board and a director of the company. Charles E. Becker, a former director of the company, has agreed to serve as acting Chief Exec ... Continue reading
Collins Industries Completes Workers' Compensation Investigation
HUTCHINSON, Kan., May 12 -- Collins Industries, Inc. , announced today that its audit committee has completed an investigation of the Company's reserves for future workers' compensation costs, and have recommended revised procedures for establishing workers' compensation reserves. The Board of Directors has approved th ... Continue reading
Selection of UGS Tecnomatix By World's Leading Manufacturer of Automotive Production Lines Solidifies UGS' Leadership Position in Digital Manufacturing PLANO, Texas, May 12 -- UGS Corp., a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services, today announced Comau SpA, the world's leading ... Continue reading
Delphi to Announce First Quarter Financial Results on May 13
WHAT: Delphi Corp. will host a briefing and conference call for news media representatives, institutional investors and security analysts to discuss Delphi's first quarter 2005 financial results and its outlook for the second quarter and calendar year 2005. WHO: Delphi's Chairman and CEO J.T. Battenberg III and Delphi' ... Continue reading
Donaldson Company to Webcast Third-Quarter Fiscal 2005 Earnings Conference Call
Thursday, May 26, 2005, 10:00 a.m. CT (11:00 a.m. ET) MINNEAPOLIS, May 12 -- Donaldson Company today announced it will host a live Webcast of its third-quarter conference call on Thursday, May 26, 2005, at 10 a.m. CT. The company will issue a post-market earnings announcement on May 25th. Bill Cook, President and Chief ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz' Daniel Sandberg Assumes Additional Leadership Post
NORTHVILLE, Mich., May 12 -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. announced today that Daniel M. Sandberg, President of the Automotive Brake and Powertrain Components Business Unit, will assume additional responsibility for the Company's Materials and Logistics Group, effective June 1, 2005. Mr. Sandberg will replace Mich ... Continue reading
Hickok Incorporated Reports Second Quarter and Fiscal First Half Results
CLEVELAND, May 12 -- Hickok Incorporated , a Cleveland, Ohio based supplier of products and services for automotive, locomotive, and aircraft industries, today reported results for the second quarter and six months ended March 31, 2005. For the quarter ended March 31, 2005, the Company recorded a net loss of $255,610 o ... Continue reading
Licencing Material for MINI Heritage
Dear Sir or Madam, We are the internet agency for MINI/ BMW AG, and responsible for the MINI-Websites for MINI.com and several international MINIsites. We are about to develop and finalise the internetmodul MINI Heritage, which contains several funny, interesting and historical material (films, spots, pictures,articles ... Continue reading
Littelfuse Announces Stock Repurchase Program
DES PLAINES, Ill.--May 12, 2005--Littelfuse, Inc. today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the purchase by Littelfuse of up to one million shares of Littelfuse common stock during the period commencing May 1, 2005, and ending April 30, 2006. Littelfuse has approximately 22.4 million shares outstanding ... Continue reading
HOUSTON--May 12, 2005--Seven Mitsubishi forklift truck dealers were awarded Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks' coveted Platinum Dealer of Excellence award and an additional five dealers received the prestigious Gold Dealer of Excellence Award at an awards ceremony in Greece. The awards recognize the efforts of dealers in the ... Continue reading
ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 12 -- Legislation that was first introduced by former Assemblyman Impreveduto has languished in the New Jersey State Assembly waiting for a "taker" to run with it. Assemblyman John Wisniewski (D-Parin, Middlesex) has now "taken" up the cause of the car companies, to the detriment of hardworking mot ... Continue reading
Patterson Companies Fourth Quarter Conference Call Scheduled for May 26, 2005
ST. PAUL, Minn.--May 12, 2005--Patterson Companies today announced that it will hold its conference call to review operating results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2005 on Thursday, May 26 at 10:00 AM Eastern. The fourth quarter earnings release will be issued before the market opens that day. Investors can access a ... Continue reading
Penske Logistics Honored by General Motors as a 2004 Supplier of the Year
READING, Pa., May 12 -- Penske Logistics was named a General Motors 2004 Supplier of the Year for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class service and notable contributions to helping the company attain its goal of becoming the industry's low-cost producer of quality vehicles. Vince Hartnett, p ... Continue reading
RC2 Extends Long-Standing License with Deere & Company
OAK BROOK, Ill., May 12 -- RC2 Corporation , today announced that it has completed a multi-year extension to its long-standing licensing agreement with Deere & Company, the world's leading producer of agricultural and forestry equipment, and a leading supplier of other work equipment. The agreement gives RC2 rights to ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland, May 12 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c17219 ) has announced the addition of Automotive Aftermarket in Asia-Pacific to their offering. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040820/RESEARCH ) Our Automotive Aftermarket in Asia-Pacific industry profile is an ess ... Continue reading
Rhodia Continues Its Recovery: 28% Increase in EBITDA; 55 Million Euros Positive Operating Income
PARIS--May 12, 2005--Following a meeting of the Board of Directors on May 11, Rhodia today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2005, prepared in accordance with IFRS accounting standards. Highlights for the period include: A 9.4% increase in net sales, on the same basis (constant structure and excha ... Continue reading
SaVi Media Group to Appear on Alexander Haig's World Business Review
BOCA RATON, Fla.--May 12, 2005-- Segment to Air on Sunday, May 15, 2005, at 3:00 PM EST on CNBC (As Paid Programming) SaVi Media Group (OTC: SVMI) today announces that the Company is scheduled to appear on World Business Review, hosted by General Alexander Haig on May 15, 2005 on CNBC (as paid programming). The focus o ... Continue reading
Solutia Automotive Launches Redesigned Web Site: www.SolutiaAutomotive.com
* New site more customer-centric * Consolidates all automotive product offerings * Optimized for search engines TROY, Mich., May 12 -- Solutia Automotive (Solutia) (BULLETIN BOARD: SOLUQ) today announced the launch of its redesigned Web site, http://www.solutiaautomotive.com/ . The site reflects the company's focus on ... Continue reading
Standard Parking Corporation Reports First Quarter Results; Reaffirms Current Year Guidance
CHICAGO--May 12, 2005--Standard Parking Corporation , one of the nation's largest providers of parking management services, today announced its results for the first quarter of 2005. First Quarter Highlights -- EPS of $0.19 per diluted share -- EPS pro forma for income taxes of $0.14 per diluted share -- Free cash flow ... Continue reading
For Immediate Release Tarry Shebesta, to Speak on Effective Auto Lease Marketing and Lessors Roundtable at NVLA Conference in Orlando CINCINNATI--May 12, 2005--Tarry Shebesta, president of Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), will be speaking at the National Vehicle Leasing Association's annual conference. The Orl ... Continue reading
CINCINNATI--May 12, 2005--Tarry Shebesta, president of Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), will be speaking at the National Vehicle Leasing Association's annual conference. The Orlando event being held May 18-21 is a forum for industry leaders to discuss current markets, legislation, and other issues affecting th ... Continue reading
Trafficmaster Completes RDS TMC Contract With Honda
CRANFIELD, England, May 12 -- - Honda Uses Trafficmaster's Traffic Information in its Satellite Navigation Systems Trafficmaster Plc (LSE: TFC), the UK's leading provider of real time traffic information, announces the completion of its RDS TMC (Radio Data System Traffic Message Channel) contract with major motor manuf ... Continue reading
The first annual Wilson Classic Car Show at Chocolate Fest will be held in Burlington, WI on May 29th. Trophies and dash plaques awarded. Show starts at 9 AM and ends at 3 PM with judging at 2 PM. Registration is $5 in advance or $10 day of show. ... Continue reading
SatCon's Hybrid Electric Vehicle and Pulse Power Technology is Awarded ARL Contract
BOSTON--May 12, 2005--SatCon Technology Corporation(R) , a developer and manufacturer of power control electronics today announced that it has been awarded a contract with the U. S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) to assist in the development of power conversion electronics and controls in two key technology areas. Thes ... Continue reading
CarMax Technicians Provide Expert Advice for Summer Car Care
How to Protect Your Car From the Stress of Summer Heat RICHMOND, Va., May 12 -- Summer is fast approaching and vacations will soon begin. Before you leave, CarMax, Inc. , the nation's largest retailer of used cars, has expert advice on how to make sure your vehicle is ready for your summer road trip. "Most summer vacat ... Continue reading
U.S. Students Awarded International Environmental Trophy
Rhode Island Students Finish in Top Three at Volvo Contest GOTHENBURG, Sweden, May 12 -- Middle school students from Westerly, R.I., captured the third place award at the prestigious Volvo Adventure competition in Gothenburg, Sweden. The students submitted a prize-winning E-waste solutions project dealing with the prop ... Continue reading
Collins Industries Announces Appointment of Chief Financial Officer
HUTCHINSON, Kan., May 12 -- Donald Lynn Collins, President and Chief Executive Officer of Collins Industries, Inc. , announced today that the Board of Directors has named Cletus Glasener as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company, effective May 23, 2005. Mr. Glasener will be responsible for all corpor ... Continue reading
CSM Automotive Production Barometer (APB) - May 2005
DETROIT, May 12 -- CSM Worldwide, the leading provider of market intelligence and forecasting to the automotive industry, announces the May 2005 CSM Automotive Production Barometer(TM). Released in advance of existing sources of information, this service provides an accurate tally of light vehicle production for the pr ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON & SACRAMENTO, Calif.--May 12, 2005--Hybrid Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: HYBT) - www.hybridtechnologies.com - R-Electric Car Co., Global Hybrid Corp., Solium Power Corp., and WhistlerTel - emerging leaders in the development and marketing of Lithium-powered and VoIP products worldwide - is pleased to announce t ... Continue reading
Arctic Cat Reports Record Sales for Fiscal 2005
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--May 12, 2005--Arctic Cat Inc. today reported record sales and earnings for the fourth-quarter ended March 31, 2005. Sales for the quarter increased 12 percent to $157.0 million versus $140.2 million in the same period last year. The company's net earnings grew to $2.7 million, or $0.13 per dil ... Continue reading
Hands-Free Phone Devices Not Risk-Free According to AAA Chicago
AURORA, Ill., May 12 -- As available research indicates both hands-free and hand-held cell phones pose cognitive distraction to driver's performance, AAA advocates that the safest course of action is to refrain from using a cell phone -- hands-free or otherwise -- while driving. "The hands-free feature is simply a conv ... Continue reading
Delphi Announces Refinancing Action to Maintain Liquidity
TROY, Mich., May 12 -- Delphi Corp. said today it intends to amend and upsize its existing $1.5 billion five-year revolving credit facility, while providing collateral to lenders. Delphi is also seeking to put in place secured term loans to preserve its liquidity position. These facilities will supercede the company's ... Continue reading
Remy International, Inc. Announces 1st Quarter Results
ANDERSON, Ind., May 12 -- Remy International, Inc. ("Remy International" or the "Company"), a leading, manufacturer, remanufacturer and distributor of Delco Remy brand heavy duty systems and Remy brand starters and alternators, diesel engines, locomotive products and hybrid power technology, today announced net sales o ... Continue reading
West Philadelphia High School Students Build World's First Hybrid Super Car
PHILADELPHIA, May 12 -- Imagine a 300 horsepower convertible that gets over 60 miles per gallon. Imagine a car that accelerates from zero to sixty in four seconds and yet creates almost no greenhouse pollution. Well you don't have to imagine - the world's first hybrid super car has just been completed. Perhaps the most ... Continue reading
AAA Hosts Auto Skills Competition May 13
What: Ten teams of two students from Illinois high schools will compete in the 2005 AAA Auto Skills hands-on competition on Friday, May 13. The students are competing for thousands of dollars in scholarship money. Students will race against the clock as they try to repair deliberately disabled 2005 Ford vehicles. The w ... Continue reading
General Motors' Mobile Digital Media Player Offers Customers an Industry-Leading Entertainment Vehicle LOS ANGELES, May 12 -- PhatNoise, an innovator in bringing digital media to the automobile, today announced industry-leading partnerships with Nickelodeon Networks, the number-one entertainment brand for kids, and vid ... Continue reading
Auto Club: Join Geocaching Treasure Hunt on Route 66
LOS ANGELES--May 12, 2005--During a cross-country map research trip this month and in June, the Automobile Club of Southern California will be hiding 12 caches for travelers to find at a variety of locations along Route 66 as part of a geocaching treasure hunt. Geocaching, a combination of "geo" for geography and "cach ... Continue reading
Haynes MINI Cooper Competition Winner to Feature in 'Italian Job' Stunt Display
YEOVIL, England, May 12 -- With entries pouring in and the closing date of 30 June 2005 fast approaching, Haynes has confirmed an even more spectacular top prize for its current competition. As well as collecting a brand new MINI Cooper worth in excess of GBP14k, the prize winner can take part in a thrilling 'Italian J ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi To Go Electric in 2010
TOKYO May 11, 2005; Yuri Kageyama writing for the AP reported that scandal-plagued Mitsubishi Motors Corp. said Wednesday it will start selling electric cars in 2010, an attempt to showcase its technological prowess and fix its battered brand image. The Tokyo-based automaker, struggling to regain customer trust after r ... Continue reading
GM Statement Regarding U.S. Media Buying Account Review
Attributable to Betsy Lazar, general director, advertising and media operations GM put its U.S. media buying assignment up for review this spring in order to create a more streamlined and efficient unit with greater focus on innovative, strategic media buying. We also are responding to changes in the media landscape an ... Continue reading
Greg Biffle Tames Darlington to Continue Sensational Season
DARLINGTON, S.C.--May 11, 2005--Greg Biffle received a boost in both the Cup and Busch Series point standings this week after first and fourth place finishes, respectively, over the weekend at Darlington Raceway in Darlington, South Carolina. Biffle is one of NASCAR's biggest rising stars in 2005, and carries several n ... Continue reading
International Automakers Meet With California Legislators
AIAM Member Companies Highlight Contributions to State Economy and Leadership in Advanced Technology Vehicles SACRAMENTO, Calif., May 11 -- Members of the California Legislature and the Governor's Office met today with representatives of several international automakers to discuss new environmentally friendly vehicle t ... Continue reading
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