AIAG and Omnex Announce Global Partnership
DETROIT, Aug. 14 -- The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and Omnex Inc. announced the formation of a global training and consulting partnership between the two companies to offer Lean/Six Sigma education and training in Asia. As part of the agreement, Omnex will deliver AIAG-accredited training programs in China ... Continue reading
ARKONA Announces August 16 Conference Call and Webcast on First-Quarter Fiscal Year 2007 Results
SALT LAKE CITY--Aug. 14, 2006--ARKONA Inc. (OTCBB:ARKN), the leader in supplying fully integrated on-demand business management solutions to automotive and powersports dealerships, announced today that it plans to hold a conference call and webcast to discuss financial results for its fiscal 2007 first quarter on Wedne ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--Aug. 14, 2006--China Natural Gas, Inc., (OTCBB: CHNG; website: www.naturalgaschina.com) the first China-based natural gas public company traded in the U.S. capital market, today announced that the Company has signed a 5 year natural gas supply contract with Zhengzhou Zhongyou Oil & Gas Co., Ltd., a subsidiary ... Continue reading
Stockholders Re-Elect Management's Board Nominees and Approve Stockholder Rights Plan at Annual Stockholders' Meeting MORGAN HILL, Calif., Aug. 14 -- The Coast Distribution System, Inc. (AMEX:CRV) , one of North America's largest suppliers of aftermarket replacement parts, accessories and supplies for the recreational ... Continue reading
Dual-Fuel Gallon Saves 34% Over Diesel
S Energy Weekly Fuel Report<br> Week Ending August 11, 2006<br> Dual-Fuel Gallon Saves 34% Over Diesel</h1> <p class="pr" align="left"> <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><b>Tampa, FL - August 14, 2006</b>: US Energy Initiatives Corporation ("US Energy" or the "Company") (OTCBB: USEI) issued the Company's Weekly ... Continue reading
eDirectGlass Offers Free Website and E-Mail Hosting
AGRR Shops to Receive Important Internet-based Marketing Tools SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 14 -- eDirectGlass, the worldwide leading provider of Internet based AGRR point-of-sale and mobile technologies, a wholly owned subsidiary of AMJ Logistics, Inc., today announced free website and e-mail hosting for any automotive gla ... Continue reading
Hexion Specialty Chemicals Reports Second Quarter 2006 Results
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Aug. 14, 2006--Hexion Specialty Chemicals today reported its results for the second quarter period ended June 30, 2006. Highlights for the second quarter of 2006 include: -- Revenues of $1.3 billion in 2006 compared to $1.2 billion during the prior year period. -- Operating income of $59 million versus ... Continue reading
JAMA UPDATE NEWS: News from JAMA Motorcycle July 2006 Edition
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Lighthouse Provides Integrated LED Display for Dongfeng Nissan
Nissan Chooses Lighthouse Technologies as Supplier of Choice for its Guangzhou Showroom HONG KONG, Aug. 14 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Lighthouse Technologies, a leading provider of large-scale LED video systems, announced today that it has successfully installed a P6 6mm integrated video display at the showroom of Dongfeng ... Continue reading
PHOENIX--Aug. 14, 2006--Sense Technologies, Inc. (OTC BB: SNSG) has taken the first steps to create a national marketing network for the company's safety products by signing a manufacturer's rep agreement with FNI Incorporated of North Carolina. With a sales network of 200 automotive dealerships throughout the state of ... Continue reading
Thrifty Car Rental Offers 'Double Credits' for Blue Chip Rewards Rentals Through Nov. 15
TULSA, Okla., Aug. 14 -- Thrifty Car Rental, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. , has Blue Chip Rewards members seeing double. From Aug. 15, 2006 through Nov. 15, 2006, Thrifty will treat members of the Blue Chip Rewards program to "double credits" when they book their reservation on http://www.thrif ... Continue reading
Magna communique ses résultats du deuxième trimestre et en cumul annuel
AURORA, Canada, August 14 -- Magna International Inc. (MG.A et MG.B à la Bourse de Toronto; MGA à la Bourse de New York) a communiqué aujourd'hui ses résultats financiers pour le deuxième trimestre et le semestre clos le 30 juin 2006. TRIMESTRE CLOS LE SEMESTRE CLOS LE 30 JUIN 30 JUIN -------------------- -------- ... Continue reading
New Kia Family Car Challenger For Europe To Be Named "cee'd"
KENT, England - August 14, 2006: Kia has revealed its all-new family car, revealed in photo form at the recent London Motor Show and set to make its world premiere in production-ready form at the Mondial de LâAutomobile in Paris on 28 September will be called ceeâd (pronounced âseedâ). Taking the na ... Continue reading
A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Funeral
BERKSHIRE, England - August 14, 2006: It sounds like an old time Music Hall gag, but it isnât. Whilst running a Binz hearse on trial Welsh funeral director Scott Owen of Tom Owen & Son Ltd of Llandudno, found himself flagged down when stopped at the traffic lights by a passing pedestrian, who wanted to know what m ... Continue reading
The New Mini: Evolution Of An Original - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
August 14, 2006: Here comes the first generation change since the start of a new era: The new MINI is warming up to continue the outstanding success of its predecessor. Consistently enhanced and refined in design, the new MINI comes in a new look and boasts all-new drivetrain technology for even greater agility. Due to ... Continue reading
ADI Conducts Workshop in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia--Aug. 14, 2006--The Automotive Dealership Institute has successfully completed its two-day workshop in Malaysia to 43 high-level banking delegates from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, India, Vietnam and the Philippines. The delegates, who included chairmen, CEOs, presidents of banks, le ... Continue reading
Air News Brief: New Energy Performance Standards Will Lead to Better Plant Efficiency
*News Brief *If you need more information on this subject, call the listed Press Officer For Release: (Washington, D.C. - Monday, August 14, 2006) *New Energy Performance Standards Will Lead to Better Plant Efficiency *Contact: - Enesta Jones, (202) 564-4355 / jones.enesta@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Aug. 14, 2006) The ... Continue reading
AT&T Wins Global Networking Contract From TRW Automotive
New Network Supports Global ERP and Engineering for Leading Automotive Safety Supplier LIVONIA, Mich., Aug. 14 -- AT&T Inc. today announced a two-year, multimillion-dollar contract with TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , one of the world's largest automotive equipment suppliers. Under the terms of the agreement, AT&T will ... Continue reading
HOUSTON--Aug. 14, 2006--Auto Financial Group (AFG), an online provider of residual-based financing products for credit unions, announced today that it has signed an agreement with Credit Union Services, Inc. (CUSI). Under the agreement, AFG will be responsible for marketing CUSI's vehicle lease solution to other credit ... Continue reading
CRUZ PEDREGON AND THE ADVANCE AUTO PARTS TEAM HAVE CONSISTENT WEEKEND IN BRAINERD
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 14, 2006 Contact: Allison Holt, JRL Group, (847) 291-7080 x201, <mailto:Allison@jrlgroup.com> Allison@jrlgroup.com Janie Vogel, JRL Group, (440) 915-7627, <mailto:janievogel@yahoo.com> janievogel@yahoo.com Hi- and low-resolution photos available upon request CRUZ PEDREGON AND THE ADVANCE AU ... Continue reading
ELKHART, Ind.--Aug. 14, 2006--CTS Corporation today announced that a major Japanese automobile manufacturer has awarded CTS Automotive Products a development contract for an Electronic Accelerator Pedal Module to be featured on Asian and European small-car platforms. A production award is expected next year. Production ... Continue reading
Derhaag Motorsports No. 40 Preformed Line Products Daytona Prototype CONTACT: Cristi Brumm 336-210-0980 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dallenbach and Ruhlman bring home the #40 Preformed Line Products Daytona Prototype for Derhaag Motorsports at Watkins Glen International Watkins Glen, NY (Aug. 13, 2006) The No. 40 Preformed ... Continue reading
DCAP Reports Second Quarter and Year to Date 2006 Results
HEWLETT, N.Y.--Aug. 14, 2006--DCAP Group, Inc. , the largest chain of independent storefront insurance agencies in the Northeast, today reported financial results for the second quarter and six months of 2006. During the second quarter net income increased 25% over prior year amounts. Earnings per diluted share were $0 ... Continue reading
Digital Recorders, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2006 Results
DALLAS--Aug. 14, 2006--Digital Recorders, Inc. , a digital communications technology leader in the transportation, law enforcement, and security industries, announced today it posted a net loss of 2 cents per share on $13.6 million in sales for second quarter 2006, which compares to a net loss of 12 cents per share on ... Continue reading
* Raises 2006 Net Sales Outlook to an Increase of 25% - 30%, and Earnings Outlook to $1.01 - $1.04 per Diluted Share * Second Quarter 2006 Net Sales Increase 40% to $77.7 Million * Second Quarter 2006 Net Income Increases 175% to $3.1 Million, or $0.12 per Diluted Share, Compared with GAAP Net Income of $1.1 Million or ... Continue reading
DuPont Automotive OEM Coatings Revenue to Nearly Triple in Brazil
SAO PAULO, Brazil, Aug. 14 -- DuPont will triple its automotive coatings revenue in Brazil by year end 2006, compared to a 2002 baseline. Beyond regional auto production increases, the growth is largely due to aggressive streamlining, the application of Six Sigma methodology and implementation of a new strategic market ... Continue reading
EXX INC Announces Second Quarter Consolidated Sales and Net Income for 2006
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 14 -- EXX INC (AMEX:EXX-A) (AMEX:and) (AMEX:EXX-B) today announced its consolidated sales and net income for the quarter and six months ended June 30, 2006. 2006 2005 (unaudited) (unaudited) Three Months Ended June 30 Net sales $42,573,000 $36,884,000 Income from continuing operations 2,124,000 689,000 ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 14, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40658) has announced the addition of "Global Market Review of Vehicle Electrical Wiring Systems - Forecasts to 2012" to their offering. "In addition to cost pressures, the two major forces driving the EEDS (electrical and e ... Continue reading
Ford Fusion Life in Drive Awarded to Boston's Brandy Cruthird
* Ford Fusion Life in Drive Award recognizes women who combine talent with that little something extra that allows them to break free from convention to enjoy life with style and attitude * Brandy Cruthird is president and CEO of Body By Brandy Fitness Center and Day Spa, the first fitness center in her community. She ... Continue reading
Gentex Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend Rate and Board Authorizes Additional Share Repurchase
ZEELAND, Mich., Aug. 14 -- Gentex Corporation , the Zeeland, Michigan-based manufacturer of automatic-dimming automotive rearview mirrors and commercial fire protection products, today announced that its Board of Directors approved a six percent increase in its quarterly cash dividend rate from $0.09 to $0.095 (9 1/2 c ... Continue reading
GHL Technologies Signs Memorandum of Understanding to Acquire Tagnet International
BREMERTON, Wash.--Aug. 14, 2006--GHL Technologies, Inc. (Pink Sheets:GHLT), a holding company focusing on acquisitions, strategic alliances, and partnerships with companies on the cutting edge of the GPS and telematics industry, today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire Tagnet Internat ... Continue reading
Goodyear Wrangler Goes 'Pro' With New Heavy-Duty Tire for Working Pickup Trucks
AKRON, Ohio, Aug. 14 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today introduced the latest addition to its premium Wrangler(R) lineup of tires -- the Wrangler featuring SilentArmor Technology Pro-Grade. Sporting a new tread compound, the enhanced toughness and treadwear capability of the new Wrangler Pro-Grade tires is for ... Continue reading
Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. Second Quarter 2006 Earnings Results
FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 14 -- Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. today reported operating results for the second quarter of fiscal 2006. During the three months ended June 30, 2006, total revenues of the Company were $47.2 million, representing a 165.3% increase over the $17.8 million in total revenues for the second qu ... Continue reading
Hickok Incorporated Reports Third Quarter and Nine Month Results
CLEVELAND, Aug. 14 -- Hickok Incorporated (BULLETIN BOARD: HICKA.OB) , a Cleveland based supplier of products and services for automotive, locomotive, and aircraft industries, today reported results for the third quarter and nine months ended June 30, 2006. For the quarter ended June 30, 2006, the Company recorded net ... Continue reading
IMMEDIATE RELEASE - SEATTLE STOP SEES HUBINETTE SET FOR RETURN TO PODIUM
NEWS RELEASE August 14, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TEAM MOPAR CONTACT: Darren Jacobs J.R. Thompson Company (248) 553-4566 djacobs@jrthompson.com SEATTLE STOP SEES HUBINETTE SET FOR RETURN TO PODIUM Center Line, Mich. — In the first three events of the 2006 Formula D season, Samuel Hubinette has been no stranger to th ... Continue reading
Intermet Names Bill Whalen as CFO
TROY, Mich., Aug. 14 -- Intermet Corporation, one of the world's leading manufacturers of cast-metal automotive components, today announced that William H. Whalen has joined Intermet as Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer. In this position, Whalen will assume responsibility for all financial operation ... Continue reading
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--Aug. 14, 2006--Stepping up to the challenge of designing and building complete integrated vehicle solutions that meet today's needs for survivability, sustainability, agility and deployability, International Military and Government LLC (IMG), a wholly owned subsidiary of International Truck and Engin ... Continue reading
IRL Press Luncheon-Grape Stomp, Aug. 23
IndyCar(r) Drivers Take Part in Grape Stomp, Press Conference in San Francisco You are invited to the Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma press conference/luncheon on Wednesday, Aug. 23 at the Fior d'Italia restaurant in San Francisco's North Beach. The event, which is being held in advance of the Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma weeke ... Continue reading
Mace Security International Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter of 2006
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J.--Aug. 14, 2006--Mace Security International, Inc. ("Mace" or the "Company") , a manufacturer of electronic surveillance, security and personal defense products, and an owner and operator of car and truck wash facilities, today announced results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006. Financial Re ... Continue reading
* Introducing 2006 Global Student Entrepreneur Award (GSEA) finalists and * Previewing the GSEA finalists' competition taking place November 1-2, 2006 at the Grand Hyatt McCormick Place WHAT: Media briefing and coffee to introduce two of the 10 Global Student Entrepreneur Award (GSEA) finalists for 2006, a past GSEA wi ... Continue reading
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Announces First Quarter of Fiscal 2007 Results
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Announces First Quarter of Fiscal 2007 Results Monday August 14, 9:00 am ET MPA Reports Record Sales and Operating Income for First Quarter LOS ANGELES, Aug. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ("MPA") (OTC: MPAA), a leading remanufacturer of alternators and star ... Continue reading
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Announces Increased Credit Facility
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 14 -- Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ("MPA") , a leading remanufacturer of alternators and starters for the automotive aftermarket, announced today that its credit facility with Union Bank of California, N.A. increased from $25.0 million to $35.0 million. The new agreement also increased the minimum ... Continue reading
MotorSports Emporium Releases Second Quarter Results
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Aug. 14, 2006--MotorSports Emporium Inc. (OTCBB: MSEP) today announced 2006 second quarter results. Total revenue for the first six months of 2006 and 2005 were $77,576 and $126,889, respectively (a decrease of $49,313), consisting primarily of diecast collectibles. Though sales from GS610 brake flui ... Continue reading
Need for High Safety Measures Sound Favorable for Industrial Brakes Market Growth
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 14, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40666) has announced the addition of "Industrial Brakes and Clutches - Global Strategic Business Report" to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Industrial Brakes and Clutches in Thousands of US$. ... Continue reading
NEW FAST-LSX C6 Corvette Adapter Kits
Below and attached is the latest information from FAST on their NEW LSX C6 Corvette Adapter Kits. New Adapter Kits Make FASTT LSXT Intake Manifold Compatible With 2005 & Up Corvettes Two new kits modify firewall and MAP sensor location for LSXT usage By installing the new FASTT LSXT C6 Firewall Clearance Kit, owners of ... Continue reading
New Oxlo Tools Accelerate Automotive Retail Innovation
Self Service Integration, Self Service Deployment and Oxlo Partner Portal tools simplify the integration and dealer deployment processes BROOMFIELD, Colo., Aug. 14 -- Oxlo Systems Inc. introduces Self Service Integration(TM) (patent pending), Self Service Deployment(TM) and Oxlo Partner Portal -- a suite of tools that' ... Continue reading
NEWS RELEASE: Financial Performance of Warehouse Distributors Reported
Please cut and paste the folowing URL link into your Web browser: http://www.magnetmail.net/actions/email_web_version.cfm?recipient_id=12 875346&message_id=210607&user_id=AutoAfterM NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release AAIA-40-06 For more information, contact: Rich White 301-654-6664, ext. 1030 E-mail: rich.white@afterma ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: MEMPHIS ADVANCE PACKAGE
O'REILLY NHRA MID-SOUTH NATIONALS PRESENTED BY PENNZOIL FACT SHEET WHAT: 19th annual O'Reilly NHRA Mid-South Nationals presented by Pennzoil, the 17th of 23 events in the $50 million POWERade Series. Professional competitors in four categories earn points leading to 2005 NHRA POWERade championships. Sportsman competito ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: MEMPHIS ADVANCE PACKAGE (Correction)
O'REILLY NHRA MID-SOUTH NATIONALS PRESENTED BY PENNZOIL FACT SHEET WHAT: 19th annual O'Reilly NHRA Mid-South Nationals presented by Pennzoil, the 17th of 23 events in the $50 million POWERade Series. Professional competitors in four categories earn points leading to 2006 NHRA POWERade championships. Sportsman competito ... Continue reading
NHRA News: Xplod Series Advance Package for Jupiter, Fla.
PALM BEACH NHRA SPORT COMPACT NATIONALS WHAT: Second annual Palm Beach NHRA Sport Compact Nationals presented by Speed & Truck World, RJ Gators, & Buzz 103.1, the eighth of 11 events in the $2.5 million NHRA Xplôd Sport Compact Racing Series. Heads-up, no breakout competition leading to 2006 NHRA Xplod Sport Compact R ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Truck Completes Acquisition of Iowa Mold Tooling Company
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Aug. 14, 2006--Oshkosh Truck Corporation , a leading manufacturer of specialty trucks and truck bodies, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. (IMT), a leading manufacturer of field service vehicles and truck-mounted cranes serving the construction, mining an ... Continue reading
Prism's FleetSeek Releases 2006-2007 Private Fleet Directory
NEW YORK--Aug. 14, 2006--FleetOwner's FleetSeek(R) data products group, a leading provider of data on the trucking industry, today announced the release of its new 2006-2007 edition of The Private Fleet Directory, part of FleetSeek's Web-accessible suite of industry contact information and fleet demographics databases. ... Continue reading
Rafa Matos Takes Second in Denver Atlantic Showdown
Raphael Matos Takes Second in Denver Atlantic Showdown Popular Brazilian Breaks into Top-Four of Points DENVER, August 14, 2006 - Raphael "Rafa" Matos continued his late season surge towards the top of the Yokohama Presents the Champ Car Atlantic Championship powered by Mazda series standings Sunday with an impressive ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 14, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40675) has announced the addition of Electric Vehicles - Global Strategic Business Report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Electric Vehicles in Thousands of Units. The major product segments ... Continue reading
USAC/SLVRA YOUNG AUTOMOTIVE GROUP ROCKY MOUNTAIN SPRINT CAR SERIES RACE RESULTS: August 13, 2006 - Salt Lake City, Utah - Rocky Mountain Raceways QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Jimmy Wysong, 1, Wysong-14.361; 2. Jim Waters, 24, Ault-14.551; 3. Dave Fitzgerald, 32, Hamblin-14.041; 4. Jim Campbell, 66, Campbell-14.794; 5. ... Continue reading
Speedemissions Opens New Store in Atlanta
ATLANTA--Aug. 14, 2006--Speedemissions, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SPMI), a leading vehicle emissions testing/safety inspections company with testing stations in Atlanta, Houston and Salt Lake City, announced that it has opened it 15th Atlanta area store in Riverdale, Georgia. Stated Rich Parlontieri, President and CEO, ... Continue reading
Sprints Gear Up For Winchester
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 14, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-223 SPRINTS GEAR UP FOR WINCHESTER'S "KENNY IRWIN CLASSIC;" CLAUSON TAKES "JAMES/O'CONNOR CLASSIC" 50-LAPPER Teammates Levi Jones and Josh Wise need to look over their shoulder at the rapidly closing figure in the USAC National Sprint Car stan ... Continue reading
Standard Aero Holdings, Inc. Report of Second Quarter Results
SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 14 -- Standard Aero Holdings, Inc. (Standard Aero) today announced its summary financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2006. "We are very satisfied with our second quarter results including a 17% increase in revenues over the same period last year," stated David Shaw, CEO of Standard A ... Continue reading
TONY PEDREGON AND THE Q POWER RACE TEAM QUALIFY 2ND, BUT SUFFER TOUGH FIRST ROUND LOSS IN BRAINERD
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 14, 2006 Contact: Allison Holt, JRL Group, (847) 291-7080 x201, <mailto:Allison@jrlgroup.com> Allison@jrlgroup.com Janie Vogel, JRL Group, (440) 915-7627, <mailto:janievogel@yahoo.com> janievogel@yahoo.com Hi- and low-resolution photos available upon request TONY PEDREGON AND THE Q POWER RA ... Continue reading
UGS Helps Mazda Improve Production Efficiency with Its Tecnomatix Digital Manufacturing Solution
PLANO, Texas and TOKYO, Aug. 14 -- UGS Corp., a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services, today announced that the company helped Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) achieve significant improvements of production efficiency at its Hofu Plant with UGS' Tecnomatix(TM) digital manufa ... Continue reading
Agreement adds to digital simulation capabilities of NX and re-affirms UGS' commitment to transform 'Made in China' to 'Made with China' PLANO, Texas and BEIJING, Aug. 14 -- UGS Corp., a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services, today announced an original equipment manufactur ... Continue reading
UPG Announces the Grand Opening of Batteries & Beyond & Distribution Center in Las Vegas
CARROLLTON, Texas--Aug. 14, 2006--Universal Power Group, Inc. ("UPG"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zunicom, Inc., (OTCBB:ZNCM), announced that it will have a grand opening on August 18th and 19th to officially launch its Batteries & Beyond retail store, and its third distribution center in the country, in Las Vegas, N ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 14, 2006 CONTACT: MICHAEL HARKER (mharker@usacracing.com) DICK JORDAN (djordan@usacracing.com) 06-228 ADDITIONAL RACES HELD FOR SECOND STRAIGHT WEEK IN REGIONAL COMPETITION INDIANAPOLIS – Additional races will be held for two of the three USAC weekly Midget series this week, one week afte ... Continue reading
Vandergriff sees early end to a rainy day in Brainerd
2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 16 of 23 LUCAS OIL NHRA NATIONALS Brainerd (Minn.) Int'l Raceway Race Date: Aug. 11-13, 2006 Brainerd, Minn. (August 14, 2006)- Bob Vandergriff Jr. had an early end to a rain-delayed raceday on Sunday at the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals. After nearly three hours in a hold pattern ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 14, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40654) has announced the addition of "An Analysis of the Top Global Automotive Manufacturing Platforms - Management Briefing" to their offering. There have been a number of significant changes to the top ten global platform ... Continue reading
View Prospects for the Top 20 Automotive OEM Suppliers with this new Report
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 14, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40671) has announced the addition of "Review of the Top 20 Automotive OEM Suppliers' Prospects" to their offering. The authors of this company profile have compiled a round up of the prospects of the top 20 OEMs. In the las ... Continue reading
WyoTech Fremont to Host Open House on August 19
- Launches Motorcycle Technology Program, Opens New State-of-the-Art Training Facility - FREMONT, Calif., Aug. 14 -- WyoTech Fremont is hosting an open house at its new, state-of-the-art facility for motorcycle technology training -- the only program of its kind in California. The event will be held on Saturday, August ... Continue reading
Zunicom, Inc. Announces Results for Second Quarter 2006
CARROLLTON, Texas--Aug. 14, 2006--Zunicom, Inc. (OTCBB:ZNCM), parent company to Universal Power Group, Inc. ("UPG") and AlphaNet Hospitality Systems, Inc. ("AlphaNet"), today announced its financial results for the three and six-month periods, ended June 30, 2006. Financial highlights for the Three-Month Period Ended J ... Continue reading
Who Would You Give a Volvo To?
National Vote Underway for All-Time Greatest Heroes in 5th Anniversary Volvo for life Awards 250 Finalists Selected; Vote for Top Hero at www.volvoforlifeawards.com IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 14 -- Who would you give a Volvo to? A 73-year-old Alabama florist serving as a volunteer first-responder? A Wyoming woman devoting a ... Continue reading
Fin O'Neill To Be CEO of Reynolds and Reynolds Following Merger With UCS
Combined company to offer both ERA(R) and POWER(R) as part of the REYNOLDSYSTEM(TM) DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 14 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company and Universal Computer Systems, Inc. (UCS), today announced that Fin O'Neill will be Reynolds' chief executive officer following its merger with UCS. "There is no question as to ... Continue reading
Greater NY Auto Dealers Announce New Chairman
The Editor - Below is a press release announcing the appointment of Sheila Meyer as Chairman of the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association (GNYADA). Sheila is the dealer principal of Meyer Chevrolet (Middle Village, Queens, NY) and was sworn in at GNYADA's annual business meeting. She is the third women in the ... Continue reading
Racing on Aug. 17 & Aug. 18 at SSP
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sprint Cars Will Not Be in Action This Thursday at SSP on Camera and Autograph Night NEWBERRYTOWN, PA (August 13, 2006) - The Sprint Cars have be removed from the racing programs for Thursday, August 17 and Thursday, August 24. SSP owners, Todd and Rhonda Fish ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Kicks Off Annual Woodward Dream Cruise With Vehicle Reveal and Marketing Announcement
* Chrysler Group to Reveal Limited-production Vehicle: Pacific Coast Highway meets Woodward Avenue * Breaking news from George Murphy, Senior Vice President - Global Brand Marketing, Chrysler Group * Photo/Video Op of Dodge Challenger Concept Driving on Woodward What: Chrysler Group kicks off annual Woodward Dream Crui ... Continue reading
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Announces First Quarter of Fiscal 2007 Results
MPA Reports Record Sales and Operating Income for First Quarter LOS ANGELES, Aug. 14 -- Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ("MPA") , a leading remanufacturer of alternators and starters for the automotive aftermarket, announced today financial results for it's first quarter fiscal 2007 ended June 30, 2006. Net sales for t ... Continue reading
Autoweb on Globalization: Competing, Surviving in a Flat World
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Aug. 14 -- The world is "flat" -- meaning that anyone, anywhere can perform a job for another company located halfway around the globe, says Stephen Koons, vice president of strategic business development for Autoweb. The rise of the "flat world" or globalization, however, has brought about tumu ... Continue reading
Contract for project awarded by USABC supports effort to boost battery and vehicle performance MILWAUKEE, Aug. 14 -- Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions (JCS) has been awarded a 24-month contract to develop advanced, lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries for hybrid-electric vehicles (HEVs) by the United States Adva ... Continue reading
2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Review
By Thom Cannell Detroit Buresu The Auto Channel Perfect is an overused word, yet âhighly suitable for someone or somethingâ is an accurate description of the 2007 Explorer Sport Trac. It does everything it shouldâand moreâwith style, grace and a heaping dollop of panache. Previous Explorer Sport Tra ... Continue reading
ASUS Introduces the ASUS-Lamborghini VX1 Notebook at the 2006 Concorso Italiano
Stunning Notebook Makes It's US Debut August 18th FREMONT, Calif., Aug. 14 -- ASUS Computer International, a leading provider of high quality notebooks worldwide, will announce the availability of the ASUS-Lamborghini VX1 notebook in the US at the 2006 Concorso Italiano "Celebration of Italian Style," on August 18th. A ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, Calif.--Aug. 14, 2006--Enova Systems (OTCBB:ENOV) (AIM:ENV) (AIM:ENVS), a leading developer and manufacturer of electric, hybrid and fuel cell digital power management systems, is pleased to announce it has received a major contract to integrate service vans for a Major North American fleet operator. Enova wi ... Continue reading
First Ever Around-the-World Race for Alternative Fuel Powered Automobiles
'Great Race World 35,000km, New York to Paris 2008' to Test and Prove Viability of Latest Sustainable Automotive Technology ORANGE, Calif., Aug. 14 -- Alternative fuel and hybrid powered automobiles will be competing in a first ever around-the-world race to prove the viability of the latest sustainable automotive techn ... Continue reading
NHTSA Pitches Hike in Fuel Economy
Washington DC August 14, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) last week presented Congress with a proposal to raise the fuel economy for cars, a result of last year's energy bill, which called on NHTSA to study ways it could reduce the energy consumption of ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Prepares for Spring Launches, Will Ramp-Up Production in Japan
Washington DC August 14, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Mitsubishi is relying on its two upcoming models â the 2008 redesigned Lancer sedan and the 2007 Outlander SUV â to be smashing hits in order to make investments in other future models in the U.S., reports Automotive News. "We believe Outlander ... Continue reading
Hyundai, Kia Boost Discount, Dealer Profit Potential
Washington DC August 14, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported th every time a redesigned product reaches dealer showrooms, Hyundai and Kia are increasing the dealer discount to help its dealers realize more profit potential per vehicle, say company officials. Previously, bonuses were tied to overall sales volume; so, th ... Continue reading
Geely, Other Chinese Automakers' U.S. Hopes Hit Roadblocks
Washington DC August 14, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Geely, the Chinese automaker who wowed passersby at the Detroit Auto Show in January with its $10,000 7151 CK sedan, will not import the car as it had pledged, after the vehicle failed to meet U.S. safety and emissions standards, reports BrandWeek. Geely ... Continue reading
Dual-Fuel Gallon Saves 34% Over Diesel
S Energy Weekly Fuel Report Week Ending August 11, 2006 Dual-Fuel Gallon Saves 34% Over Diesel Tampa, FL - August 14, 2006: US Energy Initiatives Corporation ("US Energy" or the "Company") (OTCBB: USEI) issued the Company's Weekly Fuel Price Report for the week ending August 11, 2006. US Energy manufacturers and market ... Continue reading
AES, Global Power Company Joins Plug-In Hybrid Consortium
ARLINGTON, Va.--Aug. 14, 2006--The Plug-In Hybrid Development Consortium ("Consortium") and The AES Corporation today announced that AES has joined the Consortium in support of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs). The Consortium is made up of a growing number of automotive suppliers, manufacturers and other organi ... Continue reading
Award-Winning Auto Designer Chip Foose joins MotorCity Casino Expansion Design Team
DETROIT, Aug. 14 -- Chip Foose, the renowned designer behind some of the most famous vehicles of the past decade and the star of the popular TLC series "Overhaulin'," has joined MotorCity Casino's (MCC) expansion project as a design consultant. Foose will bring his award-winning design talent to Detroit to help make th ... Continue reading
Mechanical Fuel Pumps Moving Towards Extinction - Automotive Fuel Pumps
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 14, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40663) has announced the addition of "Automotive Fuel Pumps - Global Strategic Business Report" to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Automotive Fuel Pumps in thousand Units. The major product se ... Continue reading
CSM Automotive Production Barometer (APB) - August 2006
DETROIT, Aug. 14 -- CSM Worldwide, the leading provider of market intelligence and forecasting to the automotive industry, announces the August 2006 CSM Automotive Production Barometer(TM). Released in advance of existing sources of information, this service provides an accurate record of light vehicle production for t ... Continue reading
CLEVELAND--Aug. 14, 2006--Eaton Corporation and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today showcased the first-ever hydraulic hybrid diesel urban delivery vehicle. The EPA's patented hydraulic hybrid diesel technology is achieving a 60 to 70 percent improvement in fuel economy and more than a 40 percent reduc ... Continue reading
Wind energy milestone reached: American Wind Energy Association
Att. Editors and Reporters, U.S. WIND ENERGY INSTALLATIONS REACH NEW MILESTONE: 10,000 MEGAWATTS U.S. wind energy installations now exceed 10,000 megawatts (MW) in generating capacity, and produce enough electricity on a typical day to power the equivalent of over 2.5 million homes, the American Wind Energy Association ... Continue reading
Suzuki Makes To Make A Splash in Paris
MILTON KEYNES, England - August 14, 2006: Suzukiâs exhibit at the 2006 Paris Motor Show [September 28 to October 15] will include the following: Swift Sport [European Specification] The flagship model of the new Swift range, the European specification Swift Sport based on the 3-door Swift, will have its launch at ... Continue reading
Ford Cannot Sweeten Any Jaguar Deals with Land Rover, says Trend Tracker
WILTSHIRE, England - August 14, 2006: In a new white paper entitled Jaguarâs part in rescuing Ford, UK automotive research firm Trend Trackerâs analyst Michael Wynn-Williams suggests that Ford should consider selling its Ford Credit finance arm, or even Volvo, before potentially selling its premium marques, J ... Continue reading
2007 Ford Shelby GT - Offers Big Power From Balanced Small Block Engine
The new Ford Shelby GT adds a 4.6-liter V-8, 325-horsepower* model to the modern Shelby Mustang portfolio, joining the 5.4-liter, 500-horsepower Ford Shelby GT500. Ford reveals the âGo Fastâ decision-making and development process of new Shelby GT on its âBold Moves: The Future of Fordâ web-based do ... Continue reading
More Safety Features Standard on 2007 Models From Ford Motor
By John Fossen, FCN DEARBORN, Aug. 14, 2006 -- Ford Motor Company is responding to consumers' desire for increased vehicle safety by adding more standard safety features to its 2007 Ford, Lincoln and Mercury lineups. The company has made side air curtains or its advanced Safety Canopy system with rollover sensor standa ... Continue reading
Honda to build motorcycle plant in India:
TOKYO August 14, 2006; Japan Today reported that Honda Motor Co plans to build a motorcycle factory in northern India by 2010 through a local joint venture, the Nihon Keizai Shimbun reported Sunday. A total of 19 billion rupees (some 48 billion yen) will be invested to build the plant with an annual production capacity ... Continue reading
First Mercedes-Benz Citaro regular-service buses with Euro-5 engines delivered
Stuttgart/Mannheim, Aug 10, 2006 Although the Euro-5 emissions standard is not due to come into force in the EU until 2008/2009, the Mercedes-Benz Bus and Coach Unit has already delivered the first seven Mercedes-Benz Citaro urban regular-service buses equipped with Euro 5-compliant OM 906 hLA horizontally-mounted turb ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Runner-up for Line at BIR
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT PONTIAC GTO PRO STOCK JASON LINE - DRIVER MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz PHONE: 425-557-8899 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net 25th annual (Silver Anniversary) NHRA LUCAS OIL NATIONALS BRAINERD INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY - BRAINERD, MIN ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: Final Results, Lucas Oil Nationals
Contact: Michael Padian, 626-278-0312 BERNSTEIN IMPROVES FINAL-ROUND RECORD TO 11-3 WITH TOP FUEL WIN OVER SCHUMACHER AT LUCAS OIL NATIONALS Tommy Johnson Jr., Dave Connolly and Antron Brown round out Lucas Oil winner's circle BRAINERD, Minn. -- Brandon Bernstein upset three-time series champion Tony Schumacher Sunday ... Continue reading
USAC NATIONAL SPRINT CAR SERIES RACE RESULTS: August 12, 2006 - Salem, Indiana - Salem Speedway - 49th Jasper Engines & Transmissions "Joe James/Pat O'Connor Classic" QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Levi Jones, 21, Stewart-15.673; 2. Josh Wise, 20, Stewart-15.735; 3. Tracy Hines, 69, Dynamics-15.884; 4. Bryan Clauson, 67, Kunz-15.9 ... Continue reading
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