NY Dealer Jumps 'Cash For Clunkers' Gun
First Consumer To Get "Cash For Clunkers" In New York City Could Be The First In The Country To Take Advantage Of The Government Funded $4500 Rebates For Consumers Buying New, More Fuel Efficient Car NEW YORK, July 15 -- One of the first consumers to get Cash for their clunker in The United States bought a new Honda Od ... Continue reading
Alcoa Launches Seventeen-Inch Classic Dually Wheels
CLEVELAND--Alcoa Automotive Wheels, a Cleveland, Ohio based business unit of Alcoa, Inc., today announced the extension of their Classic aftermarket catalog to include new seventeen-inch dually fitments for ¾-ton and 1-ton trucks. Already available in sixteen-inch fitments, Classic dually wheels are now available in 1 ... Continue reading
Auto Repair Businesses Use USADATA’s Sales Leads to Drive New Business
NEW YORK--According to a July 14, 2009 article in the Sacramento Bee, “More people are spending to keep their current cars running.” Now, auto repair shops can tap into this trend, reach more customers in their local area and gain new business with USADATA’s targeted mailing lists and sales leads for auto repair ... Continue reading
Axial Vector Energy Corporation Announces Successful Demonstration of Engine Running Non-Fossil Fuel
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--Axial Vector Energy Corporation ("AVEC") (Pink Sheets: AXVC) (Frankfurt: BAE1) announced today a successful performance demonstration of its engine running on palm oil (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palm_oil), a non-fossil fuel. The demonstration was a required milestone in the recently anno ... Continue reading
Beckman has momentum heading into Seattle
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2209 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 14 of 24 NHRA NORTHWEST NATIONALS Pacific Raceways Kent, Wash. July 17-19, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net BECKMAN HAS MOMENTUM HEADING INTO SEATTLE KENT, Wash. (July 14, 2009 ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Opens Turbocharger Plant in Poland
First Turbochargers Delivered in Less than One Year from New "Green" Facility AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 15 -- BorgWarner officially opened its new state-of-the-art production facility in Rzeszow, Poland, southeast of Krakow. The nearly 60,000-square-foot (5,500-square-meter) operation has the capacity to produce up to ... Continue reading
BP Pumps Up New York Giants Fans With New Program
Sponsorship Includes 2009 Farewell Tribute to Giants Stadium WARRENVILLE, Ill., July 15 -- BP Products North America, Inc. teamed up with the New York Giants to give fans a "tank full" of memories. As the team plays its final season at the current Giants Stadium, BP will be there to celebrate the greatest moments in th ... Continue reading
CAM2 International, LLC Launches CAM2 Blue Blood Racing Motor Oils and Gear Oil
EVERGREEN, Colo., July 15 -- CAM2 International, LLC announces the launch of their Blue Blood Racing Motor Oils and Gear Oil, specifically engineered for racing engines to provide maximum horsepower and wear protection. In the world of racing, technological advances have resulted in racers seeking the edge required to ... Continue reading
Carbon Motors Announces Final 3 US States
ATLANTA--Carbon Motors Corporation, a new homeland security company, announced today that out of the 5 US States under consideration, 3 remain. Management has selected Georgia, Indiana, and South Carolina as finalists for consideration and approval by the Board of Directors. There are 10,000 new direct and indirect Ame ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group to Announce Second Quarter 2009 Financial Results
TULSA, Okla., July 15 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. will announce second quarter 2009 financial results after the market closes on Tuesday, August 4, 2009. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020412/DTGLOGO) A conference call to review the Company's second quarter 2009 results will be held at 9:00 a ... Continue reading
Explorations Group, Inc. Announces Name and Symbol Change
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.--Explorations Group, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”) (OTC Bulletin Board: EXGI / HWSY), a provider of biometrically based security solutions for the industrial, commercial and governmental market, announced today that the Company has changed its name to Hawk Systems, Inc. and the ... Continue reading
FW: Kurt Johnson/ACDelco Racing/NHRA Northwest Nationals
From: Jeff Romack Sent: Wednesday, July 15, 2009 8:59 AM To: Jeff Romack Subject: Kurt Johnson/ACDelco Racing/NHRA Northwest Nationals [cid:image001.jpg@01CA0528.DDC0C7F0] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jeff Romack ACDelco Racing Communications Office: 317.843.5447 Cell: 317.698.1016 jeff.romack@pmgincorporated.com<mai ... Continue reading
Goodyear to Announce Second Quarter 2009 Financial Results
AKRON, Ohio, July 15 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company will report second quarter 2009 financial results before markets open on Thursday, July 30, to be followed by an investor conference call at 10 a.m. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO) Participating in the conference call will be Robert ... Continue reading
DENVER & KERPEN, Germany--Intermap Technologies, a leading global 3D mapping company, today announced completion of the initial stage of a joint development agreement with Visteon Corp., an internationally recognized automotive technology developer and supplier. The focus of the agreement is to develop a predictive ada ... Continue reading
Long-Stanton Names David J. Ropp to Board of Directors
WEST CHESTER TOWNSHIP, Ohio--The Long Stanton Group is pleased to announce David J. Ropp has been named to its Board of Directors. Mr. Ropp recently retired as Vice President of Dover Corporation and President and Chief Executive Officer of Dover Industrial Products. Dan Cunningham, President and Chief Executive Office ... Continue reading
McClenathan 'sweepless' in Seattle...but set to win a second time
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2209 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 14 of 24 NHRA NORTHWEST NATIONALS Pacific Raceways Kent, Wash. July 17-19, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net McCLENATHAN 'SWEEPLESS' IN SEATTLE...BUT SET TO WIN A SECOND TIME KE ... Continue reading
New $2.5 Million Order Expanding Role of KVH Fiber Optic Gyros in Remote Weapon Stations
KVH's precision DSP-3100 FOGs helping improve effectiveness of vehicle-mounted remote weapons by providing optical and targeting stabilization MIDDLETOWN, R.I., July 15 -- KVH Industries, Inc., announced today that it has received a new $2.5 million order for its precision fiber optic gyros (FOGs) for use in remote sta ... Continue reading
Partnership to Save Highway Communities Urges Senate EPW Leaders to Maintain Commercialization Ban
ALEXANDRIA, Va.--The Partnership to Save Highway Communities yesterday urged the leadership of the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW) to maintain the prohibition on commercial activity along the Interstate right-of-way in the upcoming extension of the current highway reauthorization law. In a l ... Continue reading
Pittsburgh Residents to Quit Cars for One Month and Jump Start a Low-Car Diet
PITTSBURGH, July 15 -- Zipcar, the world's largest car sharing service, is giving Pittsburgh residents the opportunity to test drive a low-car and less-expensive lifestyle as part of its second annual Low-Car Diet. In the midst of a challenging economy, rising gas prices and a nation-wide focus on cutting costs, the pr ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/dbdfeb/tire_retreading_in) has announced the addition of Supplier Relations US, LLC's new report "Tire Retreading Industry in the U.S. and its International Trade [Q2 2009 Edition]" to their offering. The newly published Tire Retreading Industry r ... Continue reading
Rookie Hagan continues on learning curve in Seattle
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2209 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 14 of 24 NHRA NORTHWEST NATIONALS Pacific Raceways Kent, Wash. July 17-19, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net ROOKIE HAGAN CONTINUES ON LEARNING CURVE IN SEATTLE KENT, Wash. (Jul ... Continue reading
Silicon Laboratories Announces Second Quarter Earnings Release Webcast
AUSTIN, Texas--Silicon Laboratories Inc. today announced that it plans to release second quarter financial results on Wednesday, July 29th, 2009. An earnings conference call will follow the release at 7:30 a.m. Central Time. The call will be simulcast over the Internet in the Investor Relations section of the company w ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, July 15 -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. , an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, today announced the repayment at maturity of all remaining outstanding 6 3/4% Convertible Subordinated Debentures due 2009 ("Debentures"). Approximately $32.1 million aggregate principal amount plus all ac ... Continue reading
TEAM CASTROL/JOHN AND ASHLEY PRE-RACE FOR SEATTLE
CASTROL JOHN FORCE/ASHLEY FORCE HOOD Pre-Race Package for the 22nd annual NHRA Northwest Nationals July 17-19, 2009 Pacific Raceways Seattle, Wash. 14th event in the Countdown to the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Championship * * * * follow John Force Racing at _www.twitter.com/jfr_racing_ (http://www.twitter.com/jfr_racing) ... Continue reading
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina--Buenos Aires, 15 July 2009. TomTom, the world’s leading provider of navigation solutions and digital maps, with over 30 million users worldwide, today announces that it is expanding into Argentina. TomTom will enter the market with three products: the premium TomTom GO, the mid-range TomTom X ... Continue reading
BRUSSELS, July 15 -- WABCO Holdings Inc. [http://www.wabco-auto.com], a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that WABCO's ESCsmart(TM) system has been certified by TUV Nord Germany, an accredited technical service, which leads to the approval by the German F ... Continue reading
Wisconsin Motorcycle Campaign Saves Lives
An initiative to reduce impaired motorcycle riding shows promise as an effective campaign to keep motorcyclists safe. VERONA, Wis., July 15 -- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published a report this week showing the results of Project Green-Yellow-Red (GYR). GYR is a motorcycle safety initiat ... Continue reading
Wright Express to Release Second-Quarter 2009 Financial Results on Wednesday, July 29
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine--Wright Express Corporation announced today that it will report second-quarter 2009 financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, July 29, 2009. Michael Dubyak, chief executive officer, and Melissa Smith, chief financial officer, will host a conference call that morning at 10:00 a.m. ET ... Continue reading
NASCAR Fans and Mobil 1 Enthusiasts: Start Your Creative Engines
FAIRFAX, Va.--Mobil 1, the world’s leading synthetic motor oil, is offering motorsports fans a chance to have 30 seconds of fame. The “Show Your Mobil 1” challenge invites racing fans to show the world how they feel about Mobil 1 and NASCAR by creating a commercial expressing the strong connection between NASCAR ... Continue reading
Tracy Phelps, NASCAR Team Owner, to Join Advisory Board of Neohydro Technologies Corp.
CALGARY, Alberta--Neohydro Technologies Corp. (OTC BB: NHYT), is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracy Phelps to the Advisory Board. Tracy Phelps, president of Phelps Motorsports of Santa Fe Springs, California, will bring unmatched industry experience and expertise that he has developed since 1997 of running Ph ... Continue reading
Carpenter Technology Announces Conference Call and Webcast
WYOMISSING, Pa.--Carpenter Technology Corporation plans to host a conference call and webcast on Thursday, July 30, at 10:00 a.m., Eastern time, to discuss the results of operations for the fourth quarter and full year of fiscal year 2009, ended June 30, 2009. Please call 610-208-2222 for the conference call telephone ... Continue reading
WOODLAND PARK, N.J.--Cytec Industries Inc. today announced the final results of its offer to purchase any and all of its 5.50% Notes due October 1, 2010 (the “Any and All Tender Offer”). Cytec also announced the early tender date results of its offer to purchase up to $250,000,000 in aggregate principal amount, les ... Continue reading
Driver’s Alert Enters Strategic Marketing Relationship with Fleet Lease Disposal
LIGHTHOUSE POINT, Fla.--Driver’s Alert™, a pioneer in the fleet safety and data risk reduction industry, today announced it has formed a strategic marketing relationship with FLD, Inc., a direct buyer of end-of-term fleet vehicles and rolling equipment. As part of the agreement, the two companies will promote each ... Continue reading
Precision-CNC Named as Preferred Manufacturer For Cyclone Power’s Licensee, Waste Heat Resources
POMPANO BEACH, Fla.--Precision CNC, Inc., a leading Ohio-based manufacturer of parts for the automotive, defense, aerospace and automation industries, has signed a Preferred Manufacturer Agreement with Waste Heat Resources, Inc., a licensee of Cyclone Power Technologies, Inc. (Pink Sheets:CYPW) in the field of waste he ... Continue reading
TRW's 24 GHz Radar Technology Draws Increasing OEM Interest
LIVONIA, Mich., July 15 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , the global leader in active and passive safety systems, today announced significant customer interest worldwide for its 24 GHz AC100 radar system and is currently working with a number of OEMs on development programs. The system offers a number of safety featur ... Continue reading
Worthington Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year Results
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Worthington Industries, Inc. today reported results for the three- and twelve-month periods ended May 31, 2009. (U.S. dollars in millions, except per share data) 4Q 2009 3Q 2009 4Q 2008 12M 2009 12M 2008 Net sales $ 471.6 $ 501.1 $ 868.9 $ 2,631.3 $ 3,067.2 Operating income (loss) (19.2) (24.2) 56.5 (17 ... Continue reading
Experian Helps OEMs, Dealers Succeed With Cash for Clunkers
New Experian prospecting program reveals the best in-the-market consumers most qualified to take advantage of the Consumer Assistance Recycle and Save Act of 2009 SCHAUMBURG, Ill., July 15 -- Experian Automotive today announced a new prospect acquisition program designed to help OEMs and auto dealers identify and marke ... Continue reading
Cash for Clunkers-Mazda Amps Up for CARS Program
IRVINE, Calif., July 15 -- Mazda and its dealers are hard at work preparing for increased traffic when consumers can take advantage of the government's new Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS), also known as cash for clunkers, later this month. Mazda expects incremental sales increases as a result of the new CARS incenti ... Continue reading
GM Announces Leadership Appointments and Retirements
DETROIT July 15, 2009; General Motors Company today announced the following leadership-appointments and retirements: Michael Millikin, 60, currently associate general counsel, will be named vice president and general counsel, effective July 20. Millikin will replace Bob Osborne, 54, currently group vice president and g ... Continue reading
Voices Of Lime Rock: Joey Hand
LLine Rock, July 15, 2009: If thereâs ever a team that is in need of some home-track luck, itâs BMW Rahal Letterman Racing Team. Lime Rock Park, site of this weekendâs American Le Mans Northeast Grand Prix, is only a couple of hours from BMW North Americaâs corporate headquarters. Joey Hand is hopin ... Continue reading
GAINSCO, Gurney and Fogarty seek points lead and second Porsche 250 win in three years
BIRMINGHAM, July 15, 2009: Locked in a Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series Championship battle as hot as an Alabama summer weekend, GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing and drivers Alex Gurney and Jon Fogarty will look to retake the series points lead with a second win at Barber Motorsports Park in three years in this weekendâ ... Continue reading
2009 Nissan Rogue SL AWD Review
We often wonder where model names come from and what they have to do with the vehicle to which they are attached. Exotic place names, wild and vicious animals, even totally nonsense, meaningless syllables and alpha-numeric monikers are used for cars and trucks. So . . . what does this small, 5-passenger, cute-ute from ... Continue reading
Funky Ford Ka Records Half a Million Sales
More than half a million UK customers have bought Ford Ka models thanks to its iconic design, low running costs and fun-to-drive personality. ... Continue reading
Voices Of Lime Rock: Dyson Racing
Chris Dyson: "Itâs fantastic to be carrying on the family tradition" of racing at Lime Rock Park. Click for Hi-Res Every trip to Lime Rock Park is a special one for Dyson Racing. Americaâs premier sports car team debuted at the Lakeville, Conn., circuit in 1983 as team owner Rob Dyson competed in a three-hour ... Continue reading
It's Love at First Sight for Supermodel Elle Macpherson
Fiat's stunning new addition this summer - the 500C - has a new fan in the form of another supermodel, Elle Macpherson. ... Continue reading
Watch the Bentley Continental Supersports Fly With Derek Bell
The Bentley Continental Supersports, the fastest and most powerful car in the company's 90-year history, received the ultimate examination of its supercar handling and performance credentials when Le Mans racing legend and honorary "Bentley Boy' Derek Bell spent the weekend driving the 621bhp Bentley at pace during the ... Continue reading
Bosch Extends Its Esperience Online Website
Bosch has enhanced and extended its popular consumer website devoted to Electronic Stability Program (ESP). Introduced by Bosch in 1995 ESP is a vehicle active chassis braking safety system which can prevent a vehicle going into a potential skidding situation. ESP is three chassis system technologies in one - Antilock ... Continue reading
2009 Audi Q5 3.2 quattro Review
AUDI Q5 3.2 QUATTRO A German of Substance By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Perhaps the most popular automotive genre of all is the small crossover â an SUV-type vehicle developed from a small sedan platform. Hereâs one of the best â and most expensive â the new-for-2009 Audi Q5, deve ... Continue reading
Edgy Adverts Aim to Put Bums on Seats
SEAT is out to cause a stir among traditionally conservative family car buyers with an edgy and provocative new advertising campaign which underlines the fact that life doesn’t have to stop being fun when you have kids. ... Continue reading
Big Green Egg Joins Atlantic Championship as Official Tailgating Barbecue
BROWNSBURG, July 15, 2009: The smell of perfectly grilled meats and vegetables and even baked goods figures to become more prevalent in the Cooper Tires Presents The Atlantic Championship Powered by Mazda paddock in the near future as series officials today announced that Big Green Egg, the Worldâs Best Smoker and ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS, July 15, 2009: Thereâs never a night off when youâre chasing a championship. And when youâre the three-time and defending champion, every night brings a different challenge. Tony Stewart Racingâs (TSR) Donny Schatz has climbed the mountain in Sprint car racing and, for the past three y ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS July 15, 2009: Some of the most exciting times in a season come when the stage becomes larger than life. While the greats of Major League Baseball gathered in St. Louis this week for their annual âMidsummer Classic,â the stars of Sprint car racing are headed toward the Buckeye State to kick off t ... Continue reading
Lime Rock, July 15, 2009: In addition to Mondayâs news of Corvette Racingâs GT2 debut at the Acura Sports Car Challenge, another high-profile team will make its return to the Series at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course on August 6-8. Greg Pickettâs Team Cytosport has entered a Porsche RS Spyder with Pickett and ... Continue reading
Mazda to Present World Challenge Touring Car Round Six
TOPEKA, July 15, 2009: WC Vision is pleased to announce that Mazda North American Operations has signed on as the presenting sponsor for Round Six of the SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge Touring Car Championship. The SPEED World Challenge Touring Car Grand Prix at Autobahn Country Club Presented by Mazda will take ... Continue reading
IndyCar Series Notes - July 15, 2009
Canadian racing an important part of IndyCar Series: The United States and Canada share a border, but philosophies about auto racing are worlds apart. While the USA is dominated by oval racing, Canada -- much like the rest of the world -- has a strong preference for road racing. And certainly for the past 40 years ther ... Continue reading
Hamlin's Team Wins Tissot Pit Crew Award in Chicagoland
Joliet, July 15, 2009: Denny Hamlinâs crew took top honors in the Tissot Pit Road Precision Award during Saturday nightâs (July 11) Sprint Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Ill. Hamlinâs No. 11 crew became the 13th Tissot winner in the 19 Cup races contested in 2009. The pit crew win was the re ... Continue reading
Grand-Am Rolex Series Heats Up
Keen, Werner seek fourth straight GT class victory DAYTONA BEACH, July 15, 2009: With three points separating the top three teams, the Daytona Prototype championship battle has tightened up entering Sunday's Porsche 250 presented by Legacy Credit Union at Barber Motorsports Park, Round 8 of the 2009 Grand-Am Rolex Spor ... Continue reading
Atlanta Motor Speedway's Friday Night Drags Week Seven Notes
HAMPTON, July 14, 2009: Hitting the seasonâs midpoint, Atlanta Motor Speedwayâs seventh week of Friday Night Drags will showcase straight-line speed in 14 divisions, in addition to the weekly Show-N-Shine car show. Week seven of Friday Night Drags will include a âMopar Owners Rallyâ special Show-N-S ... Continue reading
OriginOil Announces Breakthrough Dynamic Lighting Process For Algae to Fuel
LOS ANGELES--OriginOil, Inc., the developer of a breakthrough technology to transform algae, the most promising source of renewable oil, into a true competitor to petroleum, today announced a breakthrough Dynamic Control System designed to respond continuously to the algaeâs behavior. This invention improves energ ... Continue reading
Reorganization of Valeo to Enhance Profitability and Improve Efficiency
PARIS, July 15 -- Valeo today announced an important change in its organizational structure in order to enhance profitability and improve the Group's efficiency given the growing globalization of its markets and customers. The new simplified structure, organized around four Business Groups and a strengthening of the ro ... Continue reading
Easy Do-It-Yourself Auto Maintenance Saves Drivers Money
CHICAGO, July 15 -- Car owners can save money and keep their vehicles running safely with a few essential maintenance projects they can do themselves, regardless of their automotive or mechanical expertise. JC Whitney, the most trusted name in auto parts and accessories, recommends some basic and easy-to-do car care th ... Continue reading
Toyota UK Marketing Director Appointment
John Thomson has been appointed Marketing Director for Toyota (GB) PLC, taking over from Mark Hall who left to take up a position in Toyota Motor Europe. ... Continue reading
Who is a millionaire? Opel Meriva!
A 1.3 liter CDTI Meriva ecoFlex is the one millionth small monocab to roll off the production line in Zaragoza today, highlighting the importance of Meriva to Opel in Europe. ... Continue reading
The Seat Ibiza Launch Events Merit Three Prizes
Last year's successful launch of the new SEAT Ibiza was very prominent at the 2009 Premios Eventoplus gala, which took place last week in Madrid. SEAT's different Ibiza events won three awards out of the four categories they were nominated in - Best Product Presentation, Best Decoration and Best Promotional Event. ... Continue reading
Signed and Sealed: The Environmental Compatibility of the New Mercedes-Benz S-Class - S 400 Hybrid
Exclusive design, the greatest possible comfort and trailblazing innovations - the latest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is once again accepted to be the pacemaker for automotive progress. During the development of the world's most successful luxury saloon, the focus was however not only on further improvements relating to the ... Continue reading
Ceremonial Act Marks 100th Anniversary of Audi
For AUDI AG, July 16, 2009 is a memorable day: on that day exactly 100 years ago, automotive pioneer August Horch founded August Horch Automobilwerke GmbH in Zwickau, Germany. A short time later he renamed the company after the Latin translation of his last name - making it Audi Automobilwerke. The brand with the four- ... Continue reading
VACC Survey: One-in-Four Vehicles Fail Basic Safety Check
VACC, the peak Automotive Industry body in Victoria, has revealed one-in-four vehicles, in the State, are unsafe. ... Continue reading
Peugeot Confirms RCZ for Australia
Peugeot Automobiles Australia has confirmed that it will be bringing Peugeot's exciting new sports car, the RCZ, to Australia in 2010. ... Continue reading
All-New Jaguar XJ To Appear At Gulf Luxury Fair 2009
Revealed to the world last week, Jaguar's all-new XJ will be making one of its first public appearances alongside some of the world's most luxurious brands at the 2009 Gulf Luxury Fair. Taking place from 25 - 27 July in London's InterContinental Hotel on Park Lane, this annual luxury-shopping fair attracts wealthy shop ... Continue reading
smart Rocks in Police Role at T in the Park
A smart proved to be a smash hit for Tayside Police at this year's T in the Park. ... Continue reading
Appointment of New Rolls-Royce Sales And Marketing Director
Jolyon Nash has been appointed as successor to Graeme Grieve in the position of Director of Sales and Marketing for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. ... Continue reading
Kia Motors Launches Forte LPi Hybrid
Kia Motors enters the market for eco-friendly cars with new Forte LPI Hybrid - Kia Motors introduces Liquid Petroleum Injection (LPI) hybrid electric vehicle - Acclaimed Idle Stop and Go (ISG) technology enhances environmental efficiency (Seoul) July 15, 2009 -- Kia Motors unveiled its first commercialized hybrid elect ... Continue reading
May 8, 2009 ________________________________________ Media Watch: Concord plugs a new high-rise project The Globe and Mail May 8, 2009 --Concord says it will be the first downtown Vancouver condo to offer plug-in capability for electric vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles, including faster-to-charge 220 volt outlets. ... Continue reading
The new 407 continues to improve, following new features introduced last July on both the 407 Saloon and SW, to its style, robustness and high quality. These combined enhancements to interior comfort and equipment (front parking assistance, new 'World in Peugeot' (WIP) navigation and WIP Com telematics systems) include ... Continue reading
HIGHT WANTS TO END SLOW START AT THUNDER VALLEY
John Force RacingHight Pre-Race PackageEvent: 9h annual NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, 8th of 24 events in the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series.Site: Bristol Dragway, Bristol, Tenn.Dates: May 15-17, 2009* * * *HIGHT WANTS TO END SLOW START AT THUNDER VALLEY  “Coming into Bristol 10th in points is not ... Continue reading
JAMA UPDATE NEWS: April 2009 Automobile & Motorcycle Registrations-Sales Statistics
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Langdon in the dark about racing at night
Langdon in the dark about racing at night BRISTOL, Tenn. (May 11) -- As hard as it is to comprehend, it takes a rookie Top Fuel racer several full passes down the drag strip before their mind actually catches up with what they're experiencing in real time. It's simply part of the learning process of wrangling an 8,000- ... Continue reading
NEFF WANTS TO EXPLODE UP POINT STANDINGS, NOT ON TRACK
John Force RacingNeff Pre-Race PackageEvent: 9h annual NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, 8th of 24 events in the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series.Site: Bristol Dragway, Bristol, Tenn.Dates: May 15-17, 2009* * * *NEFF WANTS TO EXPLODE UP POINT STANDINGS, NOT ON TRACK “It was trucking along then the next thi ... Continue reading
Cash-for-Clunkers Program Still Needs Work, According to Edmunds.com
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Having reviewed the latest âCash-for-Clunkersâ details, Edmunds.com has some serious reservations. âBecause this program aims to achieve both environmental and industry goals, it falls short of both,â Edmunds.com CEO Jeremy Anwyl told AutoObserver.com. âIf the administrati ... Continue reading
IntelliChoice Awards Porsche's Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program as Having Best Luxury Warranty
Porsche's Strong CPO Satisfaction is a Big Reason ATLANTA, May 13 -- Porsche Cars North America's Certified Pre-Owned program (CPO) has been named by IntelliChoice - a leading source for independent analysis of automotive ownership costs and value - as offering the "Best Luxury Warranty for a Certified Pre-Owned progra ... Continue reading
No. 31 Caterpillar Chevrolet Captures NASCAR Sprint Pit Crew Challenge Title
[cid:image002.jpg@01C9D4E9.B9BDC520]FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Crystal Emerick, JHE Production Group, Inc. cemerick@gojhe.com<mailto:cemerick@gojhe.com>; 704.455.8888 No. 31 Caterpillar Chevrolet Captures NASCAR Sprint Pit Crew Challenge Title CHARLOTTE, N.C. - May 14, 2009 - The No. 31 Caterpillar Chevrolet ... Continue reading
Congress Set to Allow Public to Acquire Cash For Clunker Turned-in Vehicles - Huh?
Open Public Bidding on Clunker Vehicles Unlocks Flood Gates to Potential Vehicle Fraud FAIRFAX, Va., May 14 -- With environmentalists recently expressing their strong disappointment regarding the "Cash for Clunkers" compromise legislation, it is not good news to learn that Congress is set to establish a loophole that a ... Continue reading
ART Motorsports - Press Release 16052009
Dear All, You may find attached the new Press Release (16/05/2009): "Suriya joins ART merry-go-round Singaporean single seater rising start Suriya Bala will race for Asia Racing Team (ART Motorsports) in the first race of the 2009 Asian Formula Renault Championship season at the Shanghai international Circuit. The 16 y ... Continue reading
ASHLEY FORCE HOOD PROVISIONAL NO. 1 AT BRISTOL
TEAM JFR QUALIFYING REPORT2009 NHRA Friday Qualifying Summary8th of 24 races in the NHRA Full Throttle Series9th annual NHRA Thunder Valley NationalsBristol DragwayBristol, TNMay 15-17, 2009* * * * ASHLEY FORCE HOOD PROVISIONAL NO. 1 AT BRISTOLBRISTOL, TN –- For the second year in a row a John Force Racing Mus ... Continue reading
Langdon making noise in Thunder Valley; Lucas safely in
Langdon making noise in Thunder Valley; Lucas safely in BRISTOL, Tenn. (May 15) -- Rookie Top Fuel racer Shawn Langdon admits he's been a little nervous the past few days as he's contemplated his first night-time run in his 8,000-horsepower Lucas Oil/Dixie Choppers dragster. As it turns out, all that nervous energy was ... Continue reading
Mladin Takes Superpole in Sonoma
ATTACHED IS AN IMAGE OF SUPERBIKE SUPERPOLE WINNER MAT MLADIN. PHOTO BY NATE JACOBSON. Mladin Continues Streak with Superbike Pole at Infineon Raceway SONOMA, Calif. (May 15, 2009) - AMA series leader Mat Mladin rode to his fifth American Superbike Superpole of the season on Friday, setting up what promises to be a dra ... Continue reading
News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 21, 2009 Alvarado, DeVilbiss turn out the lights on EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Modified Tour competition VERNAL, Utah (May 16) - Ricky Alvarado and Zane DeVilbiss turned the lights off on the competition at Diamond Mountain Speedway, in the second doubleheader of the EQ Cylinder ... Continue reading
Milwaukee Mile - Husar's House of Fine Diamonds 100 presented by Charter Advance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MILWAUKEE MILE AMERICA’S LEGENDARY OVAL Contact: Jim Tretow, VP – Media & Comm, jtretow@milwaukeemile.com, 414-453-5761 x2222 Cunningham’s Indy Lights Victory at Indy Propels Him To Favorite Status at The Mile This Coming Weekend Firestone Indy Lights On-Track Activities For Husar’s House ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series-Saturday from Brainerd Int'l Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - WEST CENTRAL DIVISION BRAINERD INT'L RACEWAY, BRAINERD, MINN. Saturday, May 23, 2009 Contact: Jerrie Foss, NHRA (626) 278-1956 QUALIFYING FIELDS SET AT BIR'S THUNDER ON THE LAKES LUCAS OIL RACE BRAINERD, Minn. (May 23, 2009) - In the final rounds of qualifying a ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Saturday from Maple Grove Raceway, Reading, Pa.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHEAST DIVISION MAPLE GROVE RACEWAY, READING, PA. Saturday, May 23, 2009 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 REICHERT, FERRO SCORE WINS AT MAPLE GROVE READING, Pa. (May 23, 2009) - Bill Reichert and Mickey Ferro both picked up big wins this weekend for th ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series-Saturday from Mission Raceway Park
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHWEST DIVISION MISSION RACEWAY PARK, MISSION, B.C. Saturday, May 23, 2009 Contact: Jerrie Foss, NHRA (626) 278-1956 JOHNSON, HOUGH LEAD QUALIFIERS INTO ELIMINATIONS AT MISSION RACEWAY PARK'S LUCAS OIL EVENT MISSION, B.C. (May 23, 2009) - Qualifying is comple ... Continue reading
Baker ready to make a move in the Heartland
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Joe Baker Pre-Race Get Screened America Pro Mod Challenge presented by ProCare Rx Event 5 of 10 O'Reilly NHRA Summer Nationals Heartland Park Topeka; Topeka, Kansas May 29-31 Contact: Matthew Brammer, Active Marketing - pr@activemarketing.com (602) 882-4290 Baker ready to make a move in the Heartl ... Continue reading
Driver Quotes: ARCA RE/MAX Series Michigan Open Test
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Driver Quotes: ARCA Open Test at Michigan Int'l Speedway Wednesday, May 27, 2009 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ Parker Kligerman No. 77 Cunningham Motorsports Driver Development Dodge Cha ... Continue reading
Scott Taylor Racing Video - TORC In Texas
"Scott Taylor Wins TORC Round 2!" Please excuse the limited amount of track shots. Video coverage was limited. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41EASh8j1zo Scott Taylor continues his quest for an eighth championship has Taylor Racing competes at the Traxxas TORC Series presented by AMSOIL event in Perris, CA this friday ... Continue reading
Baker blasts to semifinal finish in Topeka
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Joe Baker Final Report Get Screened America Pro Mod Challenge presented by ProCare Rx Event 5 of 10 O'Reilly NHRA Summer Nationals Heartland Park Topeka; Topeka, Kansas May 29-31 Contact: Matthew Brammer, Active Marketing - pr@activemarketing.com (602) 882-4290 Baker blasts to semifinal finish in ... Continue reading
[image: MC-QL_NewsReleaseHeader.jpg] *Bob Tasca III* *Motorcraft/Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center Ford Shelby Mustang*** *Nitro Funny Car class* *NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series* * * *O’Reilly NHRA Summer Nationals* *Heartland Park Topeka in Topeka, Kansas ** **May 29-31, 2009* * * * * *TASCA AND MOTORCRAFT/QUICK ... Continue reading
Walker takes Placerville; WWW next
PRESS RELEASE, PLACERVILLE SPEEDWAY , PLACERVILLE , CALIFORNIA FROM THE OFFICE OF HANDY RACING PROMOTIONS, INC., FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, MAY 30,2009 MEDIA CONTACT: BILL SULLIVAN: bsullivan@placervillespeedway.com  Walker takes Placerville GSC victory; Wild Winged Wednesday up next  Media Release form Handy Racing ... Continue reading
[RealWire] Volkswagen's Caddy Maxi Kombi For Crew And Kit
Company: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (http://www.vwcv.co.uk/) Release summary: As a no cost option, a new 'kombi pack' for the five-seater Caddy Maxi window van <http://www.vwcv.co.uk/caddy-maxi/window-van/> is now available from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles <http://www.vwcv.co.uk/> . The new vehicle deletes the C ... Continue reading
Todd replaces Baca in Mach 1 Global Services dragster
Todd replaces Baca in Mach 1 Global Services dragster PHOENIX (June 1) -- Top Fuel driver and team owner David Baca will relinquish the seat of his 8,000 horsepower Mach 1 Global Services dragster to J.R. Todd for this weekend's 12th annual United Association Route 66 NHRA Nationals in Joliet, Ill. Citing a need to per ... Continue reading
U.S. Chamber Comments on Auto Restructuring
WASHINGTON, June 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Thomas J. Donohue, President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, today issued the following statement on the Obama administration's plan to restructure General Motors and the impending ruling on Chrysler: "The future success of General Motors and Chrysler ultimately de ... Continue reading
New Toyota Prius: MOST® Technology Goes Hybrid
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--SMSC , a leading semiconductor company that provides Smart Mixed-Signal Connectivity™ solutions, today announced that its Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST®) networking technology, has been selected as part of the infotainment for the new Prius, Toyota’s popular hybrid car model which is dist ... Continue reading
Belkin Announces TuneCast® Auto Live, First GPS-Assisted FM Transmitter with iPhone Application
COMPTON, Calif.--Today, Belkin introduced its new TuneCast Auto Live FM transmitter and ClearScan Live software application, which lets iPhone and iPod Touch owners easily operate their FM transmitter and locate the best radio frequency to play music in the car. ClearScan Live allows the iPhone to display the FM freque ... Continue reading
Porsche Asks German Government for 1,75 Billion Euro Loan
<p>By Henny Hemmes <br>Senior European Editor <br>Amstrerdam Bureau <br>The Auto Channel <p>THE HAGUE, June 4, 2009. Wednesday, sports car manufacturer Porsche confirmed that it has asked the German government for a 1.85b euro (approx. $ 2.5b) loan. The money could come from the state program of some 100 billion euro t ... Continue reading
*_FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE_* McCullough Public Relations 330.244.9980 *WORLD’S RAREST, MOST VALUABLE CORVETTES COMING TO CHICAGO AREA FOR BLOOMINGTON GOLD**®** CORVETTE SHOW* / / NORMAL, Ill. – For the first time in history, the rarest and fastest Corvettes in the world have been assembled into one remarkable collect ... Continue reading
Sunday's NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series at Spokane County Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series - Northwest Division Spokane County Raceway - Spokane, Wash. Sunday, June 14, 2009 Contact: Brett Lyons (626) 483-8242 NHRA Wallys Awarded at Spokane County Raceway SPOKANE, Wash. (June 14, 2009) - Eliminations are complete and the winners have been crowned at the ... Continue reading
Chrome Systems Launches ‘ALG Smart Buyer Pricing’
PORTLAND, Ore.--Chrome® Systems Inc., a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. and an industry leader in managing automotive data, today announced the launch of ALG Smart Buyer Pricing, which provides actual prices new vehicles are selling for on a regional and local basis. The new solution is driven by transactiona ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series-Sunday from Bandimere Speedway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - WEST CENTRAL DIVISION BANDIMERE SPEEDWAY, MORRISON, COLO. Sunday, June 21, 2009 Contact: Jerrie Foss, NHRA (626) 278-1956 WHITELEY, BATEMAN CLAIM WINS AT BANDIMERE SPEEDWAY'S LUCAS OIL SERIES EVENT MORRISON, Colo. (June 21, 2009) - The Grease Monkey Thunder on t ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series-Sunday from Pacific Raceways
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHWEST DIVISION PACIFIC RACEWAYS, KENT, WASH. Sunday, June 21, 2009 Contact: Jerrie Foss, NHRA (626) 278-1956 COWIE WINS NO. 5, GASPARRELLI NOTCHES HIS FIRST OF THE YEAR AT PACIFIC RACEWAYS KENT, Wash. (June 21, 2009) - After two days of rain delays at the NH ... Continue reading
Rogers Wins Third Straight in 2009; Third Career at Myrtle Beach
* ***We now a have media photo gallery at www.smugmug.com. Please contact Erica Kron ekron@usarprocup.com and/or Kaitlyn Vinci kvincie@usarprocup.comfor any photo inquiries, including a media password for photos. * *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* Myrtle Beach, S.C. (June 20, 2009) – Clay Rogers and A.J. Frank may be close fr ... Continue reading
Sunday's NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Event @ Atco Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHEAST DIVISION ATCO RACEWAY; ATCO, NEW JERSEY SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2009 Contact: BRETT LYONS (626) 483-8242 Racing Halts NHRA Atco Raceway Event ATCO, N.J. (June 21, 2009) - There is a soft mist falling at Atco Raceway and the weather forecasts call for heavier ... Continue reading
Twice as much fun on tap for Coughlin in home state race (NHRA/JEGS)
Twice as much fun on tap for Coughlin in home state race NORWALK, Ohio (June 22) -- As witnessed by his NHRA-leading five national event victories this season, reigning Pro Stock world champion Jeg Coughlin Jr. loves race day. This weekend at the 12th of 24 races on the Full Throttle schedule, Coughlin should be twice ... Continue reading
RTD Motorsports release for 6-22-09
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dugan puts together solid run for RTD Motorsports at Sonoma  Steven Blakesley / RTD Motorsports Inc.  North Highlands, Calif. – 21 year-old Phil Dugan put together a solid 21st place, lead Saturday’s prestigious NASCAR Camping World Series West “Bennett Lane Winery 200†... Continue reading
Kubota Corporation Announced Filing of Annual Report on Form 20-F for the Year Ended March 31, 2009
OSAKA, Japan--Kubota Corporation (“Kubota”) has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission its annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended March 31, 2009. Kubota’s website address (in the English language), from which the annual report on Form 20-F can be accessed, is http://www.kubota.co.jp/ir/english/l ... Continue reading
PRI Trade Show Ramps up for 22nd event Dec. 10-12, 2009
Greetings! Here's a summary of all the events scheduled thus far for the upcoming PRI Trade Show in December. We're obviously a little ways off, but I wanted to make sure you book the trade show in Orlando onto your schedule and make plans to attend, which I certainly hope you will. Thanks for all you do! Kind regards, ... Continue reading
Geely Selects Open2Europe to Develop its International Image
PARIS, July 14 -- - Geely has Chosen Communication Group Open2Europe to Support Project Expansion and Launch Geely Panda in Algeria Open2Europe, international public relations and communications agency, has just announced a new contract with Geely, the leader of the independent automobile industry in China. Open2Europe ... Continue reading
Motorsports agency - Dallas Ft Worth Expansion release
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Navistar on Track with 2010 Engines as Final Testing Nears Completion
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--Continuing on its path to meet the latest emissions requirements through its Advanced EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) MaxxForce® engines, Navistar today announced it is on track with its 2010 engine testing and will be prepared for a successful engine launch in the months ahead. “We are on track w ... Continue reading
Pro Stock leader Coughlin will be rested and refreshed for Seattle race (NHRA)
Pro Stock leader Coughlin will be rested and refreshed for Seattle race SEATTLE (July 13) -- It may be the busiest time of the year on the Full Throttle Drag Racing Series but current Pro Stock point leader and back-to-back world champion Jeg Coughlin Jr. plans to arrive at Pacific Raceways for this weekend's Northwest ... Continue reading
[RealWire] VW Crafter Wins RAC Award for Best Large Van 2009
Company: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (http://www.vwcv.co.uk/) Release summary: VW Crafter <http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/crafter/> range of vans has won the award for Best Large Van in the 2009 Van Fleet World Honours. The trophy was presented at a special ceremony held at the Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall on ... Continue reading
Krohn Racing Preview for Barber Grand-Am
Krohn Racing Preview for Barber Grand-Am Race Krohn Racing will compete in the neighboring state of Alabama this weekend as the Georgia-based team heads to Birmingham for the Porsche 250 presented by Legacy Credit Union race, July 18-19, 2009. The 250-mile or two hour and 45 minute race is Round 8 of 12 of the Grand-Am ... Continue reading
Ross Hoek Motorsports TORC Race Report - Bark River
RHM Shows Speed ? Contact Hinders Outcome Holland, MI (July 14, 2009) - Ross Hoek Motorsports brought his two truck off-road race team to Bark River, Michigan for the fourth stop on the 2009 Traxxas TORC Series presented by AMSOIL tour. The combination of high speed, high flying action as well as very technical jumps a ... Continue reading
Tesla Announces Roadster Financing by Bank of America
SAN CARLOS, Calif.--Tesla Motors announces Roadster financing in the United States by Bank of America, thus significantly expanding the number of customers who can experience the all-electric Roadster. Bank of America financing makes the Tesla Roadster much more affordable. For example, a customer approved for a 5-year ... Continue reading
WESTPORT, Conn.--The Tirex Corporation (OTCBB:TXMC) today announced that Simpro S.p.A. of Torino, Italy recently signed an approximate $20.8 million Memorandum of Understanding with Enchantex Solutions of Malaysia to manufacture, deliver, commission and warrant a turnkey tire recycling facility utilizing Tirex’s pate ... Continue reading
RYE BROOK, N.Y.--Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance (Alliance) has selected WHI Solutions, a leader in On Demand Distribution Management Systems, Electronic Catalog and Ebusiness Solutions, to develop ALLeCat, their exclusive private label electronic parts application catalog for its ten Mexico shareholders. ALLeCat is a ... Continue reading
AIPC & Lagasse Jr. Head to Gateway
Scott Lagasse Jr. Gateway International Raceway Sponsor: America’s Incredible Pizza Company Owners: Tony & Bryan Mullet Nationwide Crew Chief: Paul Wolfe Nationwide Chassis: 015 Manufacturer: Toyota Engine Builder: TRD Scott Lagasse Jr. Quick Facts: • Scott Lagasse Jr. will run his first full season with CJM Racing ... Continue reading
CarMax Completes $500 Million Securitization of Auto Loan Receivables
RICHMOND, Va.--CarMax, Inc. announced today that it has completed a private placement of $490 million principal amount of CarMax Auto Owner Trust 2009-A Asset-Backed Notes. J.P. Morgan Securities Inc. acted as advisor on the transaction. In the transaction, investors purchased $490 million of notes backed by auto loan ... Continue reading
Below and attached is a press release outlining Jake Crum's performance at Hickory Motor Speedway. If you have any questions or need any information please let me know. Crum Holds Strong at Hickory Newton, NC: Team Crum Racing headed out to Hickory Motor Speedway to race in the second annual Dwight Huffman Memorial rac ... Continue reading
Cummins Inc. Declares Quarterly Common Stock Dividend
COLUMBUS, Ind.--The Board of Directors of Cummins Inc. today declared a quarterly common stock cash dividend of 17.5 cents per share, payable Sept. 1, 2009 to shareholders of record on Aug. 21, 2009. About Cummins Cummins Inc., a global power leader, is a corporation of complementary business units that design, manufac ... Continue reading
Easy Rider Turns 40, Harley-Davidson Museum Showcases ‘Captain America’ Bike
MILWAUKEE--Easy Rider, the classic American road movie, turns 40 today (July 14). The movie, starring Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper, tells the story of two bikers who travel the country to experience the freedom of the open road from the saddles of their motorcycles. Fonda played “Captain America” in the movie, and ... Continue reading
Fitch Rates Chrysler Financial Auto Securitization Trust, Series 2009-A; Assigns Outlook
NEW YORK--Fitch rates Chrysler Financial Auto Securitization Trust, series 2009-A: --$412,000,000 1.01150% class A-1 'F1+'; --$121,200,000 1.85% class A-2 'AAA'; Outlook Stable; --$730,200,000 2.82% class A-3 'AAA'; Outlook Stable. The report is available to all investors on Fitch's corporate site www.fitchratings.com. ... Continue reading
Flying Dutchman Off-Road TORC Race Report - Bark River
* VANDEN HEUVEL TAKES ROUND 7 AT BARK RIVER Appleton, WI (July 14, 2009) ? After two impressive podium finishes already in the 2009 Traxxas TORC Series sponsored by AMSOIL, would a victory be far off? Well, the Flying Dutchman Off-Road Race Team answered that question with a win in Round 7. The well-documented season o ... Continue reading
Indiana State University & AACA
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JAMA UPDATE NEWS: Small & Mini-Sized Truck Market Trends / Assisted-Mobility Vehicle Sales
*: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: ------------------------------------------------------------- JAMA UPDATE NEWS [ http://www.jama-english.jp/ ] ------------------------------------------------------------- *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: July 15, 2009 UPDATE 1: Small and Mini-Sized Truck ... Continue reading
J.D. Power and Associates to Release 2009 APEAL Study Results July 16
J.D. Power and Associates will announce the results of the 2009 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study at 8 a.m. EDT Thursday, July 16. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050527/LAF028LOGO-a) APEAL identifies what consumers like and dislike about their new vehicles during the first 90 days ... Continue reading
Jeg Coughlin Jr / Pre-race Notes - NHRA Northwest Nationals (NHRA/JEGS)
Jeg Coughlin Jr / Pre-race Notes NHRA Northwest Nationals Pacific Raceways Kent, Wash. (July 17-19) Jeg Coughlin enters this weekend’s NHRA Northwest Nationals in Seattle as the top ranked Pro Stock driver in the NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series. He has claimed five wins in 13 events this season and current ... Continue reading
JOHN FORCE RACING TEAMS WITH BOWEN SCARFF FORD
-For Immediate Release- Contact: Elon Werner, JFR PR 214-244-1184JOHN FORCE RACING TEAMS WITH BOWEN SCARFF FORDKENT, WA – Bowen Scarff Ford Lincoln Mercury of Kent, Washington, is partnering with legendary championship drag racing team John Force Racing the weekend of July 16-19, 2009, for an exciting promotion. ... Continue reading
July, 2009 - Hennessey Performance Newsletter
To continue receiving the Hennessey Performance Newsletter, Please confirm http://visitor.constantcontact.com/c.jsp?t=1102638376878.8817.74331293. 2&m=1101717479567&wl=F your continued interest in receiving email from us. Thanks! John Hennessey You may unsubscribe http://visitor.constantcontact.com/d.jsp?v=001_vy7Mr9Zh ... Continue reading
Langdon enjoying races in 'real time' as tour heads to Seattle
Langdon enjoying races in 'real time' as tour heads to Seattle SEATTLE (July 14) -- As incredible as it sounds, drag racers competing for the first time in a Top Fuel dragster can't even think as fast as their racecar can accelerate. As they zoom down the 1,000-foot racetrack in 3.8 seconds at 320 mph, their mind is pr ... Continue reading
MediaTrac Selects SEcureData Solution from StoneEagle
MediaTrac Selects SEcureData Solution from StoneEagle StoneEagle Provides Standardized DMS Data to Streamline and Automate Processes for MediaTrac Dallas, TX - July 15, 2009 -- The StoneEagle Group (StoneEagle) today announced that MediaTrac, LLC (MediaTrac), a marketing technology company providing customized frequenc ... Continue reading
MID-OHIO HOSTS AMA PRO RACING BIKES ON JULY 17-19
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jesse Ghiorzi, jghiorzi@midohio.com, 614-793-4620 MID-OHIO HOSTS AMA PRO RACING BIKES ON JULY 17-19 DUBLIN, OH (July 14, 2009) - Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, owned and operated by TrueSports, Incorporated, is hosting the American Superbikes of AMA Pro Racing as part of the Honda Super Cycl ... Continue reading
Neohydro Identifying Local Dealerships in Calgary for Supplier of New Cars and Trucks
CALGARY, Alberta--Neohydro Technologies Corp. (OTC BB: NHYT) is actively identifying potential partnerships with local dealerships in Calgary, Alberta. CEO, Michael Kulcheski is relocating to Calgary, Alberta to further the Neohydro’s exclusive Canadian license. The immediate objective will be to develop local dealer ... Continue reading
Official Entry List for Heritage Trucks 250
All, Attached is the official entry list for Saturday's (July 18th) Heritage Trucks 250 at Motor Mile Speedway in Radford, VA. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Thanks. ... Continue reading
Seattle a land of 'firsts' for Top Fuel pro Lucas
Seattle a land of 'firsts' for Top Fuel pro Lucas SEATTLE (July 14) -- Since he was 12 years old, drag racer Morgan Lucas has enjoyed a special relationship with the city of Seattle and Pacific Raceways. Growing up on the west coast, the city was a popular destination for his family and as rabid race fans they always p ... Continue reading
Stahl Cowen Retained by Hayes Lemmerz Corporation Retirees' Committee
CHICAGO, July 14 -- Stahl Cowen Crowley Addis LLC is pleased to announce that it has been selected to serve as counsel for the Retiree Committee of Hayes Lemmerz Corporation ("Hayes Lemmerz"). Hayes Lemmerz is one of the world's largest automotive and commercial highway steel and aluminum wheel manufacturer. On May 11, ... Continue reading
Tasca and the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing Team Expect Solid Rounds in Seattle
[image: MC-QL_NewsReleaseHeader.jpg] *Bob Tasca III* *Motorcraft/Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center Ford Shelby Mustang*** *Nitro Funny Car class* *NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series* * * *22nd Annual NHRA Northwest Nationals* *Pacific Raceways in Kent, Washington * *July 17-19, 2009* *Race 14 of 24* * * *TASCA AND THE M ... Continue reading
Taylor Racibg TORC Race Report - Bark River I
* * BARK RIVER CONTINUES TO KEEP TAYLOR AT BAY Belvidere, IL (July 13, 2009) ? Coming off the win in Round 6, Scott Taylor and his #8 Skyjacker Suspensions BF Goodrich Tires Ford F-150 were looking to put together a streak of podium finishes heading into the second half of the season. The all-natural terrain course has ... Continue reading
Team Falken Rolls Dice at Las Vegas Formula D
motorsports news FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COMPETITIVE GAMBLE THWARTS TEAM FALKEN'S ATTEMPT TO HIT JACKPOT AT LAS VEGAS FORMULA DRIFT LAS VEGAS, NV (July 14, 2009) - Facing serious challenges from both competitors and the weather, Team Falken put on a valiant effort, but when it rolled the dice at Las Vegas Motor Speedway ... Continue reading
LIVONIA, Mich., July 14 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. announced today that it plans to release its second quarter 2009 financial results at 7:00 a.m. (Eastern time) on Tuesday, August 4th followed by a conference call at 8:00 a.m. During the call, John C. Plant, president and chief executive officer, and Joseph S. C ... Continue reading
Quantum Obtains New Debt Financing; Restructures Existing Credit Facility
IRVINE, Calif., July 14 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. today announced that it has successfully closed a series of transactions with its secured lender, WB QT, LLC ("Lender"), pursuant to which the Company: (i) received $3 million in additional debt financing structured as an 11.5% convertible not ... Continue reading
Molex Completes the GreenDriver™ Certification Program
LISLE, Ill.--Molex Incorporated announced today that 200 of its US-based fleet drivers have completed GreenDriverâs online training and certification program. Molex is the first corporation to complete the GreenDriver program, which provides a viable solution for commercial and government fleets to reduce their CO ... Continue reading
iCrossing Launches Mobile Site for Toyota Motor Sales USA
Rich Media Features Optimized for iPhone SCOTTSDALE, Ariz, July 14 -- iCrossing, (http://news.icrossing.com/) a global digital marketing company, today announced the launch of a mobile site in support of the 3rd Generation Toyota Prius Hybrid for Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., (http://m.toyota.com/prius) to provide con ... Continue reading
Swapalease.com Is Crazy About Cash for Clunkers; Endorses the Program to Help Consumers Go Green
CINCINNATI, July 14 -- With the recent passage of the Cash for Clunkers bill, also known as "CARS" (Cash Allowance Rebate System), the auto industry is buzzing again with a renewed positive outlook for the future. Officials from Swapalease.com, the world's largest auto lease marketplace, are saying that Cash for Clunke ... Continue reading
Accuride Corporation Introduces Highway Original All-Makes Fuel Tank Program
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Today, Accuride Corporation (OTCBB: AURD) announced the availability of a Highway Original branded fuel tank program. âAccuride developed the Highway Original brand as a channel through which we could bring to market OEM quality products geared toward the commercial vehicle aftermarket,â sai ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Adds Free ‘ID Alerts’ to Its Industry-Leading Credit Application Network
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.--DealerTrack, Inc., a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. , a leading provider of on-demand software and data solutions for the U.S. automotive retail industry, today announced the addition of a free enhancement to its credit application network that will help dealers strengthen their compliance ... Continue reading
Lithia Motors Second Quarter 2009 Earnings Release and Conference Call Scheduled for July 30, 2009
MEDFORD, Ore.--Lithia Motors, Inc. today announced that its second quarter 2009 earnings will be released on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at 1:05 p.m. PT. CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION A conference call to discuss the earnings results is scheduled for the same day at 2:00 p.m. PT. HOW TO PARTICIPATE: DOMESTIC CALLS: (800) 254 ... Continue reading
OPENLANE Marks Ten Year Anniversary with Record-Breaking Sales and Profits
MENLO PARK, Calif.--OPENLANE, Inc., a leading online auction company in North America for automotive dealers to buy and sell wholesale vehicles, marked its 10-year anniversary today by announcing record-breaking financial results for the first half of 2009. Celebrating a decade of innovation and leadership in the whole ... Continue reading
Transite Signs CARQUEST Transportation Management Deal
Contact: Les A. Hamashima O 919-862-1900 x118 Les.Hamashima@transite.com For Immediate Release Transite Technology Signs Deal with CARQUEST Auto Parts to provide Transportation Management Solution Transite’s Quantum solution chosen to lower cost, streamline processes for CARQUEST’S 3,400-store operation R ... Continue reading
Politicians to Drive on Straw-Based Bioethanol at the Climate Change Conference
COPENHAGEN, July 14 -- When world political leaders are being transported all over Copenhagen during the United Nations Climate Change Conference in December 2009, environmentally friendly fuel will power their vehicles. Members of the Partnership for Biofuels, a co-operation between Danisco's biotech division Genencor ... Continue reading
Body Kits from Essex Racing Limited Now at Discounted Prices
The UK's number one body kit importer and retailer, Essex Racing Limited has announced discounted prices on its full body kits. RAYLEIGH, England, July 14 -- Essex Racing Limited has announced that it has adjusted its prices for full body kits online. Essex Racing is the UK's number one importer and retailer of body ki ... Continue reading
CARSTAR(R) Canada Selects Audatex North America, Inc. as Preferred Online Lean Training Provider
Audatex Provides Only Lean e-Learning Option Specifically for Auto Collision Repair SAN DIEGO, July 14 -- Audatex North America, Inc. today announced an exclusive agreement with CARSTAR Canada as its preferred online provider of Lean Six Sigma training. The agreement extends to over 130 CARSTAR collision repair facilit ... Continue reading
Points tighten in Placerville Red Hawk Series
PRESS RELEASE PLACERVILLE SPEEDWAY, PLACERVILLE, CA. FROM THE OFFICE OF HANDY RACING PROMOTIONS INC. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, TUESDAY, July 13 , 2009 MEDIA CONTACT: BILL SULLIVAN: sullivanimages@sbcglobal.net            Tight point standings the theme in all three Placerville divisions   Media ... Continue reading
New Company Hopes to Break the Speed Limit for Sales Within Crowded Private Used Car Market
ForSaleWithWarranty.com(SM) Positions Private Sellers to be More Competitive with Other Used Car Sellers, Dealers NAPA, Calif., July 14 -- In the world of used auto classifieds, four eye-catching words - For Sale With Warranty(SM) - could lead to sales envy. The creator of the nation's first short-term warranty program ... Continue reading
BYD to close purchase of Sanxiang bus firm by Oct
BYD to close purchase of Sanxiang bus firm by Oct http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011297/BYD-to-close-purchase-of-S anxia ng-bus-firm-by-Oct.html Shanghai, July 14 (Gasgoo.com) Chinese battery and electric car maker BYD Co plans to complete acquisition of Hunan Sanxiang Bus Group from the Midea Group in a three o ... Continue reading
Ford China JV and FAW recalling 13,097 sedans
Ford China JV and FAW recalling 13,097 sedans http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011299/Ford-China-JV-and-FAW-reca lling -13-097-sedans.html Shanghai, July 14 (Gasgoo.com) China's product-safety regulator said Monday Ford Motor Co.'s passenger vehicle-making joint venture as well as FAW Car Co is recalling a total o ... Continue reading
JAC to invest $86M in 30,000-unit MPV plant
JAC to invest $86M in 30,000-unit MPV plant http://autonews.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1011298/JAC-to-invest-86M-in-30-00 0-uni t-MPV-plant.html Shanghai, July 14 (Gasgoo.com) Chinese automaker Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Co., Ltd. (JAC) announced today that it will invest 590 million yuan ($86.4 mln) in building a new multi- ... Continue reading
Green Interactive Hybrid System Showcased at the Walgreens Car Show in Lynden, WA
CALGARY, Alberta--Neohydro Technologies Corp. (OTCBB:NHYT), exclusive licensee of the Green Interactive Hybrid System⢠(GIHS) for Canada, is pleased to announce that the system has been showcased at the Walgreensâ 12th Annual Car Show in Lynden, WA. The GIHS was extremely well received, and the Company plans ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation Announces Major Employment Increase for M-ATV Delivery Order
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation today announced a major employment buildup to supply MRAP All Terrain Vehicles (M-ATV) to the United States Armed Services. Oshkosh is hiring between 300 and 500 employees for its Defense facilities in Wisconsin and recalling 550 to 650 JLG employees, primarily in Pennsylvania for JLG ... Continue reading
Londoners to Quit Cars for One Month and Embark on Low-Car Diet
LONDON, July 14 -- Zipcar, the world's largest car-sharing service, is giving Londoners the opportunity to test drive a low-car and less expensive lifestyle as part of its second annual Low-Car Diet. In the midst of a challenging economy, rising fuel prices and a focus on cutting costs and adopting a smart lifestyle, t ... Continue reading
Chrysler Financial Announces Full Repayment of Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) Loans
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., July 14 -- Chrysler Financial announced today it has repaid in full the $1.5 billion of Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) government loans. The Company originally secured TARP funding in January of this year to support Chrysler LLC in its efforts to remain viable. Chrysler Financial used the ... Continue reading
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