AAA Michigan: Freeway Courtesy Patrol Will Cruise for Auto Show
The Freeway Courtesy Patrol vans that routinely cruise Detroit- area freeways may not seem as sporty as some of the cars inside Cobo Hall during the 2000 North American International Auto Show, but they may come in handy. ... Continue reading
ARCA: Shawna Robinson set to 'Race for Kids'; K-Mart Kids Race Against Drugs Returns to ARCA Circuit
ARCA: Shawna Robinson set to 'Race for Kids'; K-Mart Kids Race Against Drugs Returns to ARCA Circuit ... Continue reading
Ariba B2B E-Commerce Platform Selected by Dana for Global E-Business Initiative
Ariba, Inc. announced that Dana Corporation, one of the world's largest independent suppliers to vehicle manufacturers and the aftermarket, has selected the Ariba(R) B2B eCommerce platform as part of its global E-business initiative. ... Continue reading
Auto Industry Evolving Into Consumer Technology Business
According to a global study of industry executives released by KPMG LLP, the automotive industry is morphing into an entirely different business model that has serious implications for the large manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, and consumers. ... Continue reading
AutoTrader.com Names William N. Templeton Chief Financial Officer
AutoTrader.com, the world's largest used car marketplace, named William N. Templeton vice president and chief financial officer. ... Continue reading
Autoweb.com and CarParts.com Team to Provide Consumers With Total Automotive Needs
Autoweb.com, the leading consumer automotive Internet service, and its newly acquired division, AutoSite.com announced an alliance with CarParts.com, the largest Internet retailer of automotive parts and accessories. ... Continue reading
Ballard, Tokyo Gas to Develop Fuel Processor for Residential Fuel Cell Generator
Ballard Generation Systems signed an agreement with Tokyo Gas, EBARA BALLARD, and EBARA Corporation to develop a fuel processor for a one-kilowatt natural gas-fuelled fuel cell power generator targeted at the Japanese residential market. ... Continue reading
carOrder.com December Sales Exceed Expectations
carOrder.com, Inc., the Internet's first and largest automotive eDealer, announced that sales for December 1999 topped $50 million, more than double sales from the next largest month. ... Continue reading
CarStation.com Completes $32 Million Financing, Led by Goldman Sachs
CarStation.com, the e-commerce hub for the automotive services industry, announced that it has secured an additional $32 million in venture financing, led by investors Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Insight Capital Research. ... Continue reading
Convenient Parking and Transportation Available in Downtown Detroit For NAIAS
Individuals attending the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center will find convenient and accessible parking and transportation downtown. The show runs from January 15 - 23. More than 800,000 visitors are expected to attend. ... Continue reading
Dana Announces Global E-Procurement Initiative
As part of its e-Business strategy, Dana Corporation has selected Ariba, Inc. and Aspect Development, Inc. as strategic technology partners to develop a global e-Procurement system. ... Continue reading
Dana Restructures Fluid Systems Operations to Form New Strategic Business Unit
Dana Corporation announced that it has combined most of its fluid systems operations into a new strategic business unit, the Fluid Systems Group. ... Continue reading
DCR Rates GenCorp Inc.'s Secured Revolving Line of Credit
Duff & Phelps Credit Rating Co. (DCR) has assigned a 'BB' (Double-B) rating to GenCorp`s previously unrated secured revolving line of credit. ... Continue reading
Delphi Expands Engineering Capabilities at Brighton Technical Center
Delphi Automotive Systems has added 30 engineers at its Brighton (Mich.) Technical Center in the past six months, further expanding its chassis engineering capabilities at the site. ... Continue reading
Delphi's New Four-Wheel Steering System Featured on GM Concept Truck
Delphi Automotive Systems announced that its innovative QUADRASTEER(TM) four-wheel steering system is featured on General Motor Corp.'s GMC Terradyne concept vehicle. ... Continue reading
Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program Receives $100,000 Grant From DENSO
DENSO International America, Inc., DENSO's North American headquarters, announced that it has made a $100,000 grant to the Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program (DAPCEP). ... Continue reading
Dollar Rent A Car First Car Rental Company to Launch Travel Web Site
Dollar Rent A Car Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. launched the first full-service travel Web site sponsored by a car rental company. ... Continue reading
DriveOff.com to Offer myautogarage.com from ADP and IBM
DriveOff.com, Inc. announced that it will offer myautogarage.com from ADP and IBM within DriveOff.com's Personal Auto Center. ... Continue reading
First, Second Third - Nissan Continues Winning Streak
The 2000 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab, Xterra and Maxima received First, Second and Third place awards respectively from American Woman Motorscene magazine, adding to Nissan's impressive list of awards already accumulated this year. ... Continue reading
Fitch IBCA Issues Report on SWIFT V
Fitch IBCA, the international rating agency, has issued a report on Superior Wholesale Inventory Financing Trust V (SWIFT V). ... Continue reading
FleetPride Announces E-Commerce Business Unit
FleetPride, the nation's largest independent distributor of heavy-duty truck parts, announced the formation of an e- commerce business initiative. ... Continue reading
FleetPride Announces E-Commerce Business Unit
FleetPride, the nation's largest independent distributor of heavy-duty truck parts, announced the formation of an e- commerce business initiative. ... Continue reading
Ford Elects Nokia's Jorma Ollila to Board of Directors
Jorma Ollila, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of global telecom company Nokia Corp., was elected to the Board of Directors of Ford Motor Company on Jan. 12, William Clay Ford, Jr., chairman of the board announced. ... Continue reading
Ford Reminds Customers There's 'No Excuse' for Not Buckling Up
Three out of every four fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of a person's home. But still, one of the most common reasons given for not wearing a seat belt is, "I'm just going around the block." ... Continue reading
Ford to Offer SUV Rollover Protection Package
Ford Motor Company will be the first to feature rollover sensors and special curtain rollover air bags on its sport utility vehicles during the 2001 model year. ... Continue reading
Former General Manager of MANN+HUMMEL Leaves Company
MANN+HUMMEL AUTOMOTIVE, Inc. announces the departure of Ms. Sigrid Valk-Feeney as of January 11, 2000. ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz Teams with GM on Precept Technology Demonstration Vehicle
Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. announced that its fabricated aluminum wheels are featured on the General Motors Precept Technology Demonstration Vehicle. ... Continue reading
Hometown Auto Retailers to Add Two New Franchises
HOMETOWN AUTO RETAILERS, INC. announced the addition of two new franchises to its network. The Company has purchased the Jeep franchise in Brattleboro, Vermont, which will be tucked into its Brattleboro Chrysler Plymouth Dodge Dealership. ... Continue reading
Honda to Expand Application of Hybrid Technology
Honda announced plans at the North American International Auto Show to expand application of its breakthrough IMA gas-electric hybrid technology to other mass market models in several years. ... Continue reading
IBM and ADP Introduce myautogarage.com
IBM and ADP(r) announced myautogarage.com, a first of its kind Web-based service that will directly link millions of motorists with auto dealers and manufacturers of their choice to enable easier and faster maintenance and management of their vehicles. ... Continue reading
IBM and ADP Introduce myautogarage.com
IBM and ADP(R) announced myautogarage.com(TM), a first of its kind Web-based service that will directly link millions of motorists with auto dealers and manufacturers of their choice to enable easier and faster maintenance of their vehicles. ... Continue reading
International Electronics Awarded $350,000 Order by Travel Centers
International Electronics, Inc. announced that it has received a $350,000 order from Travel Centers of America (TCA) for its serial communications controller system. ... Continue reading
International Star Inc. Files Form 10 SB With SEC
INTERNATIONAL STAR INC. is pleased to announce that its Form 10 SB registration statement has been filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. ... Continue reading
Ion Optics' wins DOT SBIR Award to Develop Advanced Emissions Sensor
Ion Optics has won a Phase 1 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Award from the Department of Transportation (DOT) to develop protocols and instrumentation for internal combustion engine exhaust emissions measurement. ... Continue reading
IRL: Haddad Apparel, Jones and Mitchell sign agreement with Indianapolis Motor Speedway
IRL: Haddad Apparel, Jones and Mitchell sign agreement with Indianapolis Motor Speedway ... Continue reading
IRL/IROC: Eddie Cheever, Jr. Looks Forward to Second IROC Season
IRL/IROC: Eddie Cheever, Jr. Looks Forward to Second IROC Season ... Continue reading
IRL: Schmidt Remains Stable, Awaits Possible Transfer
IRL: Schmidt Remains Stable, Awaits Possible Transfer ... Continue reading
IRL: Young Hornish Shows Patience, Poise in Fast-Moving Career
IRL: Young Hornish Shows Patience, Poise in Fast-Moving Career ... Continue reading
IROC: Four drivers named for True Value IROC 2000 Series
IROC: Four drivers named for True Value IROC 2000 Series ... Continue reading
'Most Likely to Succeed' 2000 Automotive Awards at NAIAS
American Woman Motorscene magazine announced the winners of the "Top 10 Most Likely to Succeed" awards at its fourth annual automotive awards ceremony at the North American International Auto Show. ... Continue reading
Motorists Should Stay in Vehicles During Roadside Breakdowns
If your vehicle breaks down on the roadway, stay inside your vehicle, warns the Automobile Club of Southern California. ... Continue reading
Motorola and IBM Partner to Help Automakers Put the Wireless Web On the Road
IBM and Motorola are joining forces to accelerate the technology that will help automakers bring a variety of wireless and Web-based services to drivers and passengers worldwide. ... Continue reading
NASCAR BGN: Cheez-It Crackers Renew Sponsorship Of Buckshot Racing And No.00 Busch Series Team
NASCAR BGN: Cheez-It Crackers Renew Sponsorship Of Buckshot Racing And No.00 Busch Series Team ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Stewart keeping it all in perspective as 2000 season approaches
NASCAR WCUP: Stewart keeping it all in perspective as 2000 season approaches ... Continue reading
NHRA: Racing Communications named official company of the NHRA
NHRA: Racing Communications named official company of the NHRA ... Continue reading
NHRA: Ray Alley named Director of Top Fuel and Funny Car Racing
NHRA: Ray Alley named Director of Top Fuel and Funny Car Racing ... Continue reading
Noble International Announces Revised Earnings Estimate
Noble International, Ltd. reported that it expects earnings for 1999 from total operations to be approximately $.93 per share. ... Continue reading
Pininfarina to Display Pure EV Hybrid Using Exide Batteries at NAIAS
Pininfarina, the renown Italian auto design studio, will be displaying its brand new pure Electric Vehicle hybrid car, the METROCUBO, which runs on Exide batteries, in the Michelin booth at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. ... Continue reading
Power Efficiency Ships Motor Controllers to Toyota, Hitachi
Power Efficiency Corp. reported that its first shipments in the new millennium have been dispatched to the Toyota Corp. in Japan and to Hitachi Elevator Co. in Singapore. ... Continue reading
PPG's New Auto Coatings Push Performance Envelope
Advanced automotive coatings that make painting new cars more efficient and environment-friendly, as well as autos more durable and their finishes more dazzling, are being introduced by the world's leading producer of transportation coatings. ... Continue reading
PPG'S New Gray Automotive Glass Could Become Industry Standard
PPG Industries has developed the automotive industry's first commercial solar-control glass in a neutral gray color that meets U.S. federal light transmittance requirements for passenger vehicles. ... Continue reading
R&B, Inc. Expects to Report Loss in 1999 Fourth Quarter
&B, Inc. announced that it expects to report a loss, before restructuring charges, for the fourth quarter ending December 25, 1999, bringing net income for the full year, before giving effect to restructuring charges, to approximately $4 million. ... Continue reading
Remenar, Gumina Receive Key Delphi Energy & Chassis Systems Division Assignments
Two key executive appointments were announced at Delphi Energy & Chassis Division, according to Guy C. Hachey, vice president of Delphi Automotive Systems and president of the division. ... Continue reading
Robertson Stephens Gives Outlook on eAuto Sector
Robertson Stephens Senior Automotive Analyst Jordan Hymowitz issued a report giving his outlook on the emerging eAuto industry. ... Continue reading
Safety Components Discusses Restructuring of Its Balance Sheet
Safety Components International Inc. reported that it is in discussions with its senior lenders and the holders of its Senior Subordinated Notes regarding the restructuring of its balance sheet. ... Continue reading
Selas Finalizes Acquisition of Ermat, SA, French Furnace Maker
Selas Corporation of America announced that it has completed the acquisition of French furnace manufacturer, Ermat, SA. ... Continue reading
Slater Announces Final Specifications for 6 Year Old Child Crash Dummy
Transportation Secretary Rodney Slater announced the NHYSA' sfinal design and performance specifications for a new crash dummy that represents a 6-year-old child, one of the key steps in the development of pending advanced air bag rules. ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive, Inc. Announces Share Repurchases
Sonic Automotive, Inc. announced that it has completed the repurchase of approximately 800,000 Sonic Automotive, Inc. Class A common shares since November of 1999. ... Continue reading
Specialty Bike Magazine Highlights Titan Signature Series
The March/April 2000 issue of Easyriders' publication VQ will highlight Titan Motorcycle Co. of America's Patrick Keery "Signature Series" model motorcycles. ... Continue reading
Starcraft Meets NASDAQ Qualifications Compliance
Starcraft Corporation has been notified by NASDAQ Listing Qualifications that it is in compliance with the requirements necessary for continued listing on the NASDAQ Small Cap Market. ... Continue reading
STRATTEC SECURITY Reports Record Fiscal Second Quarter Results
STRATTEC SECURITY CORPORATION reported record operating results for the fiscal second quarter ended December 26, 1999. ... Continue reading
The Timken Company and Steelworkers Union Reach New Agreement
The Timken Company and the United Steelworkers of America, AFL- CIO have reached a new, five-year labor agreement. ... Continue reading
Top Women Executives Will Tell How to Listen to Auto Customer's Voice
Five top women executives from the auto industry will explain how they put the customer's voice into a vehicle's design at a special luncheon panel on "Role of Women in the Auto Industry," at the Pontchartrain Hotel, Detroit, Michigan. ... Continue reading
TRW Reaches Definitive Agreement To Sell Nelson Stud Welding Business
TRW Inc. announced it has reached a definitive agreement to sell its Nelson(R) Stud Welding business to FabriSteel Products Inc. headquartered in Taylor, Michigan. ... Continue reading
TRW Sells Braking Plant and Foundry to American Commercial Industries
TRW announced it has agreed to sell one of its braking cast products plants in Detroit, Mich., and a foundry in Ontario, Canada, to American Commercial Industries, Inc. (ACI). Terms were not disclosed. ... Continue reading
Turbodyne Settles With Lloyds Of London
Turbodyne Technologies Inc.'s CEO Gerhard Delf announced that Turbodyne has settled its lawsuit against Lloyds of London. ... Continue reading
Update: NAIAS Attendees Vote Show Favorites
The Polk Company and the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) released the third in a series of daily trend reports direct from the NAIAS floor at Cobo Hall. ... Continue reading
USAC: Davey Sports Management to Represent USAC Licensing Interests
USAC: Davey Sports Management to Represent USAC Licensing Interests ... Continue reading
Volvo to Build Truck of the Future for U.S. Army
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc., Lockheed Martin Control Systems and Radian, Inc. are building a Class 8 tractor powered by a hybrid electric propulsion system for a U.S. Army program that promotes joint military and commercial development. ... Continue reading
Wrenchead.com, Profit Pro and CompUSA PC Form E-Commerce Alliance
Wrenchead.com announced it had completed agreements with Profit Pro, Inc. and CompUSA PC to implement an improved system of auto-parts access for professional service dealers, regional and local parts suppliers and retailers across America. ... Continue reading
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