Dr. Z shifts quickly into reverse on Chrysler
DETROIT, Feb 14, 2007; Poornima Gupta writing for Reuters reported that DaimlerChrysler Chief Executive Dieter Zetsche was all over American television last summer promoting the strength of German engineering in Chrysler vehicles in a high-profile advertising campaign. Six months later, Dr. Z., as he became known, was ... Continue reading
2007 Daytona News: Loop Data Provides Insight To Scouting Sunday's Race
âIn The Loopâ At The Daytona 500 DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 14, 2007) â The restrictor plate can limit horsepower, but it canât do a thing to talent. And according to the Loop Data â statistics gleaned from scoring loops embedded around the race track â plenty of drivers have the talent it ... Continue reading
Honda Racing F1 Team - Barcelona Test Report
BARCELONA, SPAIN 14 FEBRUARY END OF TEST REPORT The Honda Racing F1 Team concluded a three-day test at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona today. Running with two RA107 chassis for the first time, race drivers Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello conducted the majority of the test programme, supported by Christian Kl ... Continue reading
Champ Car_Mont-Tremblant Press Conference Release (z04)
A Passionate Weekend of Motorsport and Cirque du Soleil on Hand June 29-30th & July 1st EXPERTISE, PASSION AND SUCCESS UNITE TO ORCHESTRATE THE RETURN OF CHAMP CAR AT CIRCUIT MONT-TREMBLANT Montreal, February 14, 2007 - North America's most powerful open wheel race cars will make a spectacular return to Circuit Mont-Tr ... Continue reading
International Truck and Engine Corporation Expands Motor Sports Marketing Program
International creates two-truck team with addition of the new No. 10 International MaxxForce(TM) Diesel race truck WARRENVILLE, Ill., Feb. 14 -- International Truck and Engine Corporation, a Navistar company, has expanded its motor sports marketing initiative to promote its leading commercial diesel powered trucks. The ... Continue reading
Iochpe-Maxion Releases 2006 Results
SAO PAULO, Brazil, Feb. 14 -- Iochpe-Maxion (ADR-OTC: IOCJY-PN) (preferred) (Bovespa: MYPK3 - (common) MYPK4 (preferred)), the largest Brazilian manufacturer of wheels and frames for commercial vehicles, railway freight cars and railway castings, releases its 2006 results. Results - Net Operating Revenue: R$1,247.6 mil ... Continue reading
P&F Industries Acquires Hy-Tech Machine, Inc.
MELVILLE, N.Y.--P&F Industries, Inc. (“P&F” or the “Company”) today announced that, through a newly-formed subsidiary, it has acquired substantially all of the assets comprising the business of Hy-Tech Machine, Inc., a Pennsylvania corporation engaged in the manufacture and distribution of pneumatic tools and p ... Continue reading
Solera Holdings, LLC Files Registration Statement With the SEC for Proposed Initial Public Offering
SAN RAMON, Calif., Feb. 14 -- Solera Holdings, LLC ("Solera"), a leading provider of software and services to the automobile insurance claims processing industry, today announced that it has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") relating to a proposed initial ... Continue reading
2007 Toronto Auto Show(CIAS): World Automotive Design Competition Winners Announced
TORONTO, Canada - February 14, 2007 â The winners of the 2007 World Automotive Design Competition (WADC), sponsored by Autodesk®, were announced today at the 2007 Canadian International AutoShow (CIAS). The competition was relaunched in 2007 with a few new twists created to meet the needs of the global automoti ... Continue reading
2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Review
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG Tested Model: 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid Engine: 2.4-liter inline 4/105kW permanent magnet synchronous motor Horsepower/Torque: 147 hp @ 6,000 rpm/137 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm (combined 192 hp) Transmission: Continuously variable Wheelbase: 109.3 in. Length x Width x Height: 189.2 x 71.7 x 57.5 in ... Continue reading
Gain An Insight In To The North American OE Suspension Systems And Modules Markets
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c50459) has announced the addition of the new Frost & Sullivan Report “North American OE Suspension Systems and Modules Markets” to their offering. The suspension systems and modules market is expected to experience revenue growth driv ... Continue reading
Freescale’s Applications Processor Drives Ford Sync™ In-Car Communications and Entertainment System
AUSTIN, Texas--Freescale Semiconductor announced that its widely-adopted i.MX31 multimedia applications processor is the engine in the Ford Sync⢠in-car communications and entertainment system. Based on Microsoft Auto software, the Sync system is designed to provide consumers the convenience and flexibility to bri ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: TORCO RACING FUELS TO SPONSOR EVENT NEAR CHICAGO
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications Dept., (626) 914-4761 NHRA Media Center Online: http://media.nhra.com TORCO RACING FUELS NAMED TITLE SPONSOR OF NHRA POWERade SERIES EVENT IN CHICAGO POMONA, Calif. (Feb. 14, 2007) - Torco Racing Fuels, a leading manufacturer of high performance fuels, has signed a mul ... Continue reading
Cummins Named to CRO magazine’s ‘Best Corporate Citizens’ List for Eighth Straight Year
COLUMBUS, Ind.--Cummins Inc. today was named as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens in the United States by CRO magazine, the eighth straight year the Company has received this recognition. Cummins is one of only 11 companies to have made the list every year since its inception. The “100 Best Corporate Citizens” ... Continue reading
Troubled unit of DaimlerChrysler expects to cut 11,000 factory workers, 2,000 salaried jobs and close one assembly line after losses soar. NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- Chrysler Group, whose year-long slump has dragged it down to fourth place among U.S. automakers, announced plans Wednesday to cut 13,000 jobs through 2009 ... Continue reading
Foreign Carmakers Given Greenest Ratings
Washington DC February 14, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that an annual online rating of environmentally friendly vehicles has four new models on its list of the dozen "greenest" vehicles for 2007. The Detroit News reports that a large number of vehicles were near misses on the list in the Green Book, an environm ... Continue reading
For Immediate release Image attached - Tim McCarthy, President of HushMat (center) and 12 Volt TV's John Lomax, right and Will Tuft, left at CES 2007. ... Continue reading
Gain an Insight in to the China Auto Part Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c50379) has announced the addition of “China Auto Part Industry Report (Merger & Reform) 2006” to their offering Chinas auto part industry has experienced four historical phases but ever since Chinas entry into WTO, great opportunities ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Assess How Cooper Tire is Performing against Its Key Competitors
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c50378) has announced the addition of Cooper Tire 2006 Company Profile to their offering. This new just-auto company profile is part of a major series of reports that will provide you with convenient and concise analysis on the worlds larg ... Continue reading
Enhanced Fuel Economy Remains Top Priority for European Vehicle Owners
LONDON and DETROIT, February 13 -- - High fuel prices continue to influence European vehicle owner technology preferences For the second year in a row, the Harris Interactive AutoTECHCAST(SM) Europe study indicates that vehicle owners(1) in five countries (France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom) have chos ... Continue reading
Nissan Micra Packs Up, Prices Down
Nissan is offering any Micra driver the chance to add more style to their car with three different accessory packs, Family, Styling and Technology, and save up to 60% at the same time. The Family Pack will make journeys in the Micra an even more entertaining experience as it includes a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment Syste ... Continue reading
Malaysian Car Maker Perouda's Myvi Cleans Up with Cashback Offer
Buying a brand new car is now even easier in 2007 with the great news that Perodua have extended their generous £1000 cashback offer on any new Myvi Sxi or Ezi until the end of March. This means that you can snap up a Myvi Sxi (manual) for just £6,799 OTR*, or a Myvi Ezi (auto) for only £7,499 OTR* and enjoy a ... Continue reading
All-New Mazda2 to Debut at the 2007 Geneva International Motor Show
Mazda Motor Corporation will unveil the much-anticipated all-new Mazda2 at the Geneva International Motor Show. The world premiere will take place at 14:15 CET on Tuesday, 6 March at the 77th annual Geneva International Motor Show. The all-new Mazda2 is more than just a model freshening of the current Mazda; it represe ... Continue reading
Gain an Insight into the Australia, Chinese and Japanese Trucks Market
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c50310) has announced the addition of Trucks in Asia-Pacific to their offering Our Trucks in Asia-Pacific industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the Trucks industry. It includes detailed data on ... Continue reading
Dodge Establishes Presence in Commercial Vehicle Market
* New commercial standard set with aggressive barrage of new commercial vehicles including Dodge Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs and all- new Dodge Sprinter * Brand leverages resources and leadership of world's largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles * Commercial vehicle market is white space for brand * U.S. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c50457) has announced the addition of the new Frost & Sullivan Report “North American Enterprise Communication End User Trends” to their offering. This Frost & Sullivan research service titled North American Enterprise IT and Telecom A ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c50456) has announced the addition of the new Frost & Sullivan Report “North American Class 6-8 Truck Chassis Systems and Components Aftermarket” to their offering. This Frost & Sullivan research service entitled North American Class 6 ... Continue reading
Webcast Alert: Garmin International Announces Fiscal 2006 Earnings Webcast
CAYMAN ISLANDS, Feb. 14 -- Garmin Ltd. announces the following Webcast: (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061026/CGTH082LOGO ) What: Garmin International Fiscal 2006 Earnings Webcast When: February 14, 2007 @ 11:00 a.m. Eastern Where: http://www.videonewswire.com/event.asp?id=37889 How: Live over the Interne ... Continue reading
Garmin Announces Record Fourth Quarter Revenues Above $611 Million; EPS Increases Over 100% to $0.82
CAYMAN ISLANDS, Feb. 14 -- Garmin Ltd. today announced a record fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 30, 2006. Highlights of the quarter and full year include: (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061026/CGTH082LOGO ) Fourth Quarter 2006 Financial Highlights: -- Total revenue of $611 million, up 92% fr ... Continue reading
Expedia and Hertz Renew Preferred Partner Relationship
BELLEVUE, Wash., Feb. 14 -- Expedia, Inc. , today announced that it has reached a multi-year agreement with The Hertz Corporation to continue its participation in the Expedia(R) Preferred Rental Car Program. Under the agreement, Hertz will maintain its preferred partner positioning on Expedia.com(R) and Expedia.ca(TM), ... Continue reading
NR: WIX Filters Supports Future Farmers of America with Box Top Program
Please let me know if you have any questions, or if I can provide any additional information. Thanks, John Mader 704-926-1316 NEWS RELEASE Contact: John Mader Wray Ward Laseter (704) 926-1316 jmader@wwlcreative.com WIX Filters Supports American Agriculture with Future Farmers of America Box Top Program GASTONIA, N.C. ( ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Truck Signs Contract To Provide Medium Tactical Trucks To Egyptian Ministry of Defense
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Truck Corporation announced today that the company has been awarded a contract by the Egyptian Ministry of Defense to provide specially designed military trucks for its logistics and transport requirements. The contract is valued at $4.9 million and is the first major international order for this ... Continue reading
Timken Extends Technology Agreement with Joe Gibbs Racing
CANTON, Ohio--The Timken Company announced today that it has extended its agreement with Joe Gibbs Racing as an official technical partner of the NASCAR racing organization. Timken will provide product development and technical engineering across Joe Gibbs Racing's multiple team operations, including the Nextel Cup Ser ... Continue reading
Retail Gas Price Nearly Unchanged Since Mid-January
BURNSVILLE, Minn.--The nationwide price of self-serve regular gasoline of $2.227 per gallon is 1.7 cents lower than it was one month ago, but is expected to move higher during the next few weeks, Gail Weinholzer, Director of Public Affairs, AAA Minnesota/Iowa said today. Prices will probably move higher due to a return ... Continue reading
Ableauctions to Host JM Wood’s Giant Four Day Heavy Machinery Auction
MONTGOMERY, Ala.--Ableauctions.com (AMEX:AAC) announced today that it will host JM Wood’s “Gigantic” four day heavy machinery auction running March 7, 2007 to March 10, 2007 through its subsidiary NAALive.com. The auction is scheduled to have over 120 Mack, Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks (year 2007-2006) to be auc ... Continue reading
Amerigon Reports 2006 Fourth Quarter, Year-End Results
Year-Over-Year Revenues Increase 51% and 42%, Respectively; Income Before Tax Up 75% and 103%, Respectively NORTHVILLE, Mich., Feb. 14 -- Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing and marketing products based on advanced thermoelectric (TE) technologies for a wide range of global markets and applications, today an ... Continue reading
UnitedAuto Reports Fourth Quarter Results
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--United Auto Group, Inc. , an international automotive retailer, today reported fourth quarter income from continuing operations of $31.1 million and related earnings per share of $0.33. Fourth quarter 2005 results included $5.2 million of after-tax earnings ($0.06 per share) attributable to the ... Continue reading
Progressive Distributes January Results
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--The Progressive Corporation today reported the following results for January 2007: (millions, except per share amounts and ratios) January 2007 January 2006 Change Net premiums written $1,314.4 $1,329.7 (1)% Net premiums earned 1,335.3 1,336.0 0% Net income 137.7 154.1 (11)% Per share .18 .19 (5 ... Continue reading
New Portfolio Analysis - Agricultural Tractors Is A Comprehensive Evaluation Of The UK Market
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c50461) has announced the addition of “Agricultural Tractors - Portfolio Analysis” to their offering. The Portfolio Analysis - Agricultural Tractors is a comprehensive evaluation of the UK market. The revised and updated 2007 edition a ... Continue reading
Satellite Navigation has a Positive Effect on Driving and Traffic Safety
CONCORD, Mass., Feb. 14 -- Leading Dutch research institute TNO today announced the results of research that prove the positive influence of satellite navigation devices on driving and traffic safety. The study was commissioned by Aon, Athlon Car Lease, Delta Lloyd (part of Aviva Plc) and TomTom. Key findings: * The us ... Continue reading
- Financial Impact - Return to profitability by 2008 - Employee Impact - 13,000 employee reduction; Newark Assembly Plant to be idled, shifts eliminated and total capacity reduced by 400,000 units - Redesigned business model for long-term competitiveness, including greater emphasis on fuel-efficient products, global gr ... Continue reading
Winter A Dangerous Time for Teen Drivers
CHICAGO, Feb. 14 -- The American Automobile Association (AAA) reports that teen drivers are the single most dangerous group of motorists on the road. Add the hazards posed by winter weather and you have a potential recipe for disaster, according to Timothy C. Smith, author of "Crashproof Your Kids!: Make Your Teen a Sa ... Continue reading
Survey: Over 2.5 Million Americans Want Fuel-Efficient Vehicles ... But Have Been Frustrated; Four Out of Five Want Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Now Off Limits to Them, Seek Hill Action. WASHINGTON, Feb. 14 -- America is now stuck in reverse when it comes to fuel-efficient vehicles and unhappy U.S. consumers want Congress t ... Continue reading
All-New 2007 Dodge Sprinter Pricing
-- Starting at $30,950, all-new 2007 Dodge Sprinter is super-sized to offer more space, choices, features and innovations -- Sprinter is longer, wider and taller, and features segment's most best- in-class advantages -- More than 25 advanced safety and security features the segment's highest level of safety and securit ... Continue reading
Dodge Introduces All-new 2007 Sprinter
'Super-sized' Sprinter is Longer, Wider and taller; Offers More Space, Choices, Features and Innovations --Increase in maximum width (two inches), interior height (11 inches), exterior height (13 inches), door opening height (5 inches), cargo area length (19 inches), vehicle length (30 inches), cargo volume (127 cu. ft ... Continue reading
EnTire Solutions, LLC Expands Aftermarket Tire Pressure Monitoring Program
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Feb. 14 -- EnTire Solutions, LLC has entered into an agreement with Siemens VDO Service & Special Solutions, who will market and sell EnTire Solution tire pressure monitoring (TPM) aftermarket sensors and service kits to service wholesalers and dealerships as a part of the Siemens VDO offering. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Accent and Elantra Earn 'Greenest Vehicles of 2007' Honors
2007 Hyundai Accent and Elantra Receive Environmental Honors From the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 14 -- The American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) recognized the 2007 Hyundai Accent and Elantra as two of the top 12 "Greenest Vehicles of 2007." ... Continue reading
Dave Redinger's The Neighborhood Mechanic - Cracked Windshield?
Is your windshield cracked? If so you are put your putting yourself and passengers in harms way. The windshield in your car performs several tasks. The glass supports the roof and is structurally part of body (stiffening the windshield posts and cowl section). In combination with the seat belts the glass also prevents ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Achieves $7.3 Billion Operating Profit in 2006
- Net income of $4.3 billion (2005: $3.8 billion) - Earnings per Share of $4.17 (2005: $3.70) - Revenues up 1% to $200.1 billion STUTTGART, Germany and AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 14 -- DaimlerChrysler today published its preliminary Group and divisional results for the year 2006. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/pr ... Continue reading
Hachette and Nellymoser Start up Car and Driver for Mobile Phones
BARCELONA, Spain--Nellymoser, the leading mobile media and service delivery platform provider, today announces that Car and Driver magazine, published by Hachette Filipacchi Media U.S., has steered its content to the mobile channel using its ASAO platform. Driving enthusiasts can have immediate access to auto news, the ... Continue reading
LoJack Corp. Names Ronald V. Waters III President and COO
Company Elects Rory J. Cowan as New Director WESTWOOD, Mass., Feb. 14 -- LoJack Corporation announced today the appointment of Ronald V. Waters III as President and Chief Operating Officer and member of the Board of Directors. In announcing the appointment, Richard T. Riley, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer said, " ... Continue reading
GM To Be First To Build Hybrid Car In Canada
TORONTO, Feb 13, 2007; Reuters reported that General Motors of Canada said on Tuesday it will be the first automaker to build hybrid vehicles in Canada and expects hybrid versions of some of its pickup trucks to hit the market next year. GM Canada, the country's biggest automaker, said its Oshawa Truck Assembly Plant i ... Continue reading
L.A. Auto Club: Gas Prices Rise Slightly From January
LOS ANGELES, CA Feb 13, 2007 -- Southern California gas prices dropped by about a dime the last two weeks of January in most areas, but bounced back higher in February to post a slight increase in the Automobile Club of Southern California's monthly Fuel Gauge Report. The Southern California average showed a three-cent ... Continue reading
GM Offering Incentives on Some Models Through Feb. 20
DETROIT February 13, 2007; The AP reported that General Motors Corp. on Tuesday announced sales incentives on certain models sold in most of the United States through Feb. 20. Zero percent financing for 36 or 60 months is available, as is $500 bonus cash, the Detroit-based automaker said. Qualifying models include some ... Continue reading
GM Builds New Six-Speed Rear-Wheel-Drive Transmission Variant In Ypsilanti For Heavy-Duty Pickups
YPSILANTI, Mich. - General Motorsâ (GM) Ypsilanti Transmission Operations is producing a new variant of its Hydra-Matic rear-wheel-drive six-speed transmission. The new 6L90 six-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission is standard in the all new 2007 GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado heavy-duty pick ... Continue reading
Westwood One - Traffic Blogs With Local Knowledge
WESTWOOD ONE'S METRO NETWORKS LAUNCHES TRAFFIC REPORTING BLOGS AND ONLINE VIDEO REPORTS -- Leading Local Traffic Reporters Bring Local Expertise and Knowledge to Commuter Websites in Blogs and Video Reports with On-Air Graphics -- New York City, NY February 13, 2007 - Metro Networks, a Westwood One company, announced t ... Continue reading
New Tool on 511 Web Page Lets Drivers Forecast Travel Times
Online Service Taps Historical Driving Time, Traffic Speed Data OAKLAND, Calif., Feb. 13 -- The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) has once again expanded its award-winning 511 traveler information service by adding a new Web-based feature that allows motorists to estimate driving times before they hit the ro ... Continue reading
Yokohama's Eco-Friendly Tire Technology Cuts Petroleum Use in Tire by 80 Percent
E-Spec(TM) Is First Tire With New 'Super Nanopower Rubber' Featuring Citrus Oil Yokohama Technical Update FULLERTON, Calif., Feb. 13 -- Citrus instead of petroleum: That's one way Japan-based Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. (YRC) is using technology to make better tires for consumers and the environment. YRC has developed a ... Continue reading
Drew Industries Reports 2006 and Fourth Quarter Results
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Feb. 13 -- Drew Industries Incorporated today reported its operating results for the year and fourth quarter ended December 31, 2006. Drew, a leading supplier of components for recreational vehicles ("RV") and manufactured homes ("MH"), reported net income of $31.0 million, or $1.42 per diluted shar ... Continue reading
Brampton Ontario to Become Home of the All-new 2008 Dodge Challenger
-- Brampton, Ontario plant will begin production in the spring of 2008 -- Plant will become Chrysler Group's first to build four different models -- DaimlerChrysler's commitment to Canada continues -- Countdown begins for highly anticipated sports coupe TORONTO, Feb. 13 -- DaimlerChrysler announced today that the all-n ... Continue reading
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