> Chrome Systems Corporation issued the following press release on Business > Wire, Wednesday morning 8/15/2001, at 8 am ET. > If you have any questions, please call or e-mail. > > Thanks, > Dave Thompson > Director, Corporate Communications > Chrome Systems Corporation > 700 NE Multnomah, 15th Floor > (desk/voice mail ... Continue reading
Our Last Best Shot Satellite Interview
Auto Channel -- Robert Gordon, Co-Publisher ON THE SCENE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS A SATELLITE MEDIA TOUR LAURA SESSIONS STEPP PULITZER PRIZE WINNER OUR LAST BEST SHOT GUIDING OUR CHILDREN THROUGH EARLY ADOLESCENCE WEDENSDAY, AUGUST 29, 2001 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM EASTERN ·IT’S NOT JUST RAGING HORMONES: Why teens act the w ... Continue reading
PHH Arval Wins CIO-100 Award for Second Time; PHH Honored for Innovative Business Practices and Services HUNT VALLEY, Md., Aug. 15 PHH Arval, a subsidiary of Cendant Corporation , has received the prestigious CIO-100 Award from IDG's CIO magazine for the second year in a row. The 2001 CIO-100 recognizes technology orga ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Selects ICL to Provide Web-based Tracking System
As part of a comprehensive overhaul of the company's information systems, Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc. (MMSA) selected ICL, Inc. of Las Vegas, Nevada, to provide a Web-based vehicle tracking and vendor audit system for all vehicles shipped from Mitsubishi's domestic and Japanese plants to their 513 franchise ... Continue reading
Maryann N. Keller to Join Sonic Automotive, Inc. Board of Directors
Sonic Automotive, Inc. announced that veteran auto industry expert, Maryann N. Keller, has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors. Ms. Keller was a Wall Street auto industry analyst for nearly 28 years and was named one of the top three auto industry analysts for 12 consecutive years. She was also a member ... Continue reading
APCOA/Standard Parking Announces Second Quarter 2001 Results
APCOA/Standard Parking, Inc., one of the nation's largest operators of paid parking facilities, today announced second quarter 2001 operating results. Gross customer collections were $400 million for the quarter, an increase from the same period last year of $14 million or 3.6%. On a year-to-date basis, gross customer ... Continue reading
Harman Reports New Mercedes-Benz Orders for Multimedia Systems
Harman International has received major new awards from Mercedes-Benz. Rolling forward from July 1, 2002, Harman/Becker will supply all Mercedes-Benz' requirements for navigation systems. The new awards are for integrated infotainment systems with display for all E Class and for DVD navigation systems for all S Class v ... Continue reading
Intier announces second quarter and year to date results
Intier announces second quarter and year to date results AURORA, ON, Aug. 14 - Intier Automotive Inc. today reported sales, profits and pro forma earnings per share for the second quarter and six month period ended June 30, 2001. ----------------------------------------------------------- ------------- ---------------- ... Continue reading
Nefab AB Interim Report for January - June 2001
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Aug. 15, 2001--Nefab AB (OMX:NEFb.): -- Invoiced sales up 16% to SEK 597 M (515). -- Profit after net financial items amounted to SEK 41 M (58, of which 7 in SPP surplus funds). -- Earnings per share after full tax amounted to SEK 4.24 (6.39). -- Sales to customers in telecom equipment industry incre ... Continue reading
ADVISORY/Photo Opportunity: ``Beatle Clones'' to Make Minnesota Debut At Borton Volvo Block Party
-- Borton Volvo of Minneapolis to Present 5th Annual Block Party August 18, featuring celebrated Beatles tribute band, "American English" WHAT: Borton Volvo of Minneapolis will host the 5th Annual Borton Block Party, featuring the Minnesota premiere of "American English," considered one of the top Beatles tribute bands ... Continue reading
Autobytel Inc. Completes Acquisition of Autoweb.com
Autobytel Inc. Completes Acquisition of Autoweb.com Combination Accelerates Evolution of Company's Business; Creates One of the Largest, Most Diversified Online Automotive Commerce And Information Companies IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 15 Autobytel Inc. today announced that it completed the acquisition of Autoweb.com . The acq ... Continue reading
Autoweb Completes Merger With Autobytel
Autoweb Completes Merger With Autobytel SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 15 Autoweb.com, Inc. , a leading consumer automotive Internet service, today announced the completion of a merger between Autoweb and Autobytel.com, Inc. , a leading online automotive commerce company. Under the terms of the merger, originally announced ... Continue reading
CAA AG Opens Branch Operation In The U.S.
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Aug. 15, 2001--CAA AG, based in Filderstadt, Germany has established a U.S. subsidiary in a strategic endeavor to gain a foothold in the U.S. telematics market. CAA Inc., located in Southfield, MI is an important step towards creating an international network of branches, with which CAA intends to sw ... Continue reading
Capital Automotive Closes $102.4 Million Transaction with CarMax
Capital Automotive Closes $102.4 Million Transaction with CarMax McLEAN, Va., Aug. 15 Capital Automotive REIT , the nation's leading specialty finance company for automotive retail real estate, announced today the acquisition of nine automotive retail properties for approximately $102.4 million from CarMax , a division ... Continue reading
Carmax Signs Sale/leaseback Agreement With Capital Automotive
RICHMOND, Va.--Aug. 15, 2001--CarMax Auto Superstores, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a sale/leaseback agreement with Capital Automotive REIT covering nine CarMax superstore properties valued at $102.4 million. "CarMax now has the financial strength to undertake this sale/leaseback transaction on a stand ... Continue reading
Carmax Signs Sale/leaseback Agreement With Capital Automotive
RICHMOND, Va.--Aug. 15, 2001--CarMax Auto Superstores, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a sale/leaseback agreement with Capital Automotive REIT covering nine CarMax superstore properties valued at $102.4 million. "CarMax now has the financial strength to undertake this sale/leaseback transaction on a stand ... Continue reading
CSK Auto Corporation Announces the Completion of New $30 Million Capital Investment and Implementation of Profitability Enhancement Program PHOENIX, Aug. 15 CSK Auto Corporation , the parent company of CSK Auto, Inc., a specialty retailer in the automotive aftermarket, today announced details of several strategic and f ... Continue reading
Dynamic Saab 9X Concept to be Unveiled in Frankfurt
Dynamic Saab 9X Concept to be Unveiled in Frankfurt SAAB 9X AT THE 2001 FRANKFURT MOTOR SHOW Saab unveils a dynamic new concept car, the Saab 9X, at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show. The photographs show how the clean lines of the 9X define a compact and sporty shape, with strong Saab styling cues dramatically evolved. (P ... Continue reading
DynaMotive to Ship 20 tons of Char to US for Additional Product Validation in Briquette Manufacturing VANCOUVER, Aug. 15 - DynaMotive Energy Systems Corporation (OTCBB: DYMTF) announced today that it is shipping 20 tons of char produced from its Vancouver pyrolysis plant to a leading briquette manufacturer in the US. T ... Continue reading
Emery Worldwide Operates Without Disruption
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--Aug. 15, 2001--Emery Worldwide, the global heavyweight cargo transportation subsidiary of CNF Inc. , announced today that its freight transportation operations have continued to operate successfully despite the suspension on Monday of the flight operations of Emery Worldwide Airlines. Using a subs ... Continue reading
ENUMCLAW, Wash.--Aug. 15, 2001--A few hundred Puget Sound residents will receive hundreds, or thousands, of dollars if the Mariners win the World Series. Art Gamblin Motors, a General Motors dealer in Enumclaw, will pay up to $250,000 to their customers if the Seattle Mariners win the 2001 World Series. The automotive ... Continue reading
Michael Schwenzer New President of Hydro Automotive Structures
OSLO, Norway--Aug. 15, 2001--Norsk Hydro has appointed Michael Schwenzer to take over as President of Hydro Automotive Structures from early September. Schwenzer (50) is German and has had an extensive career in the automotive supplier industry. He joins Hydro from the position as Managing Director for Valeo Klimasyste ... Continue reading
Mindready Appoints New Executive to Head Expansion Plan
MONTREAL--Aug. 15, 2001--Mindready Solutions Inc. , a leading supplier of test engineering and real-time communications solutions for the telecommunications, aerospace and automotive industries today announced the appointment of Mr. Richard Beneteau as Vice-President, New Business Development. With the recently announc ... Continue reading
Progressive Insurance Receives CIO-100 Award for Innovative Business Practices and Services
Progressive Insurance Receives CIO-100 Award for Innovative Business Practices and Services PROGRESSIVE LOGO Progressive logo. (PRNewsFoto)[PM] CLEVELAND, OH USA 06/29/2000 Company is Only Auto Insurer to Receive Award MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio, Aug. 15 Progressive Insurance today announced it is the winner of the prestig ... Continue reading
Project Management Institute and Lawrence Tech To Host Project Management Seminar and Symposium September 27-29 DETROIT, Aug. 15 The Project Management Institute (PMI), Great Lakes Chapter (GLC) and Lawrence Technological University (LTU) will host the inaugural Northern Midwestern Regional Seminar and Symposium at LTU ... Continue reading
Ramoil Management Ltd. CEO Concludes Agreement With Board of Directors
LAS VEGAS--Aug. 15, 2001--Ramoil Management Ltd. (Pink Sheets:RAMO) CEO Gary Walters said that an escrow was established today for an executive retirement agreement at Sterling Title Services Inc. in Stuart, Fla., as an addendum to the financing agreement with Century Capital, S.A. This agreement provides that a new ch ... Continue reading
Jeep Consumer Products "Roll" Into the 2001 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
Lifestyle Line Includes Bicycles, Diaper Bags, Electronics, Eyewear, Footwear, Juvenile Products, Kid's Apparel, Luggage, Men's Apparel and Mountainboards Who/What: Jeep(R), the original off-road adventure vehicle, will showcase its line of lifestyle consumer products at the 2001 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. Manufac ... Continue reading
Chrysler to Expand PT Cruiser Lineup
Chrysler will add two new offerings to its PT Cruiser lineup in 2002: the Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 1 and the Chrysler PT Cruiser "Woodie" edition. "Without question, Chrysler PT Cruiser has become an icon for the Chrysler brand," said Tom Marinelli, Vice President Chrysler/Jeep(R) Global Brand Center. "By offer ... Continue reading
Harman International Announces Q4 and Full Year Results
Harman International today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal 2001 year. For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2001, the Company reported net sales of $1.717 billion, a 2 percent increase above last year's net sales of $1.678 billion. Excluding currency effects, net sales increased 8 percen ... Continue reading
Rent-A-Wreck of America Announces First Quarter Results
Rent-A-Wreck of America, Inc. announced earnings for its first fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2001. The Company reported an increase in net revenues of 18% from $1,729,677 to $2,047,885, which was mainly due to a 37% increase in initial license fees and a 36% increase in premiums in connection with the reinsurance progr ... Continue reading
Schembri Appointed Vice President of Marketing for Mercedes-Benz USA
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has announced the appointment of David C. Schembri to vice president, marketing at the company's Montvale headquarters, effective immediately. Schembri succeeds Ken Enders who has left the company to pursue other interests. In his new role, Schembri will be responsible for all product marketin ... Continue reading
New Abrasive Discs for Automotive and Composite Applications
Norton Abrasives has introduced PureSand A255 stearate-free abrasive discs. The new non-stearated PureSand A255 discs last two to three times longer than conventional non-stearated discs. The automotive and composite material manufacturers that have evaluated PureSand discs have generated productivity rates similar to ... Continue reading
Torvec Appoints David K. Marshall as Its Vice President of Manufacturing
Torvec Inc. announced that it has appointed David K. Marshall as its Vice President of Manufacturing. The appointment, announced by CEO Mike Martindale, is effective September 1, 2001. Mr. Marshall will be responsible for all manufacturing activities within Torvec, as well as at Torvec's partners and future suppliers. ... Continue reading
Haldex Wins a Multi-year Contract for Automatic Brake Adjusters
One of the leading truck makers in the US has decided to standardize on Haldex automatic brake adjuster. The contract is multi-yearly and by this order Haldex' market share in North America for automatic brake adjusters increases to 50%. Added yearly sales are estimated to 30 MSEK. Haldex is world-leading in the produc ... Continue reading
AutoTradeCenter Q1 Internet Revenue Up 244 Percent From Last Year
AutoTradeCenter announced first quarter Internet revenue up 244 percent over the same period last year. Reported revenue of $563,655 for the first three months, ending June 30, 2001, represents over 65 percent of the company's total Internet revenue for the year 2000. "AutoTradeCenter's ("ATC") continuing strong Intern ... Continue reading
Opel And GM Europe Present Interim Report On Olympia Turnaround Project
Adam Opel AG Chairman and Managing Director Carl-Peter Forster and his colleagues from the Opel Management Board and GM Europe have presented an interim report on the companies' "Olympia" turnaround project to Opel's Supervisory Board, which met in an extraordinary session on Tuesday. Today, an update was presented to ... Continue reading
Bank of America Exits Auto Leasing Business
Bank of America Makes Strategic Decision to Exit Underperforming Businesses Businesses Do Not Meet Bank's Commitment to Consistent Results And High Returns CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 15 Bank of America Corporation today announced it is exiting its auto leasing and subprime real estate lending businesses because they do not ... Continue reading
KARNAC.com Racin' Talk Radio (Radio Show)
KARNAC.com Racin' Talk Radio Show ... Continue reading
2002 Camry Sets New Standard for Style, Substance and Value
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the all-new 2002 Camry sedan. America's best-selling passenger car for four years running is completely redesigned for 2002 with dramatic new styling, substantial product improvements and significantly improved val ... Continue reading
Delphi Technologies Can Help Automakers Develop Fuel Efficient Vehicles
While the government-industry partnership's 1993 dream of an affordable 80 mpg vehicle by 2004 may not become a reality just yet, Delphi Automotive Systems is developing technologies that will help improve fuel economy and reduce emissions, moving the industry closer to the 80 mpg goal. "We are working with our custome ... Continue reading
First Commercial Installation Of SAFE-T-GARD in Detroit Announced
Majestic SAFE-T-PRODUCTS, Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Majestic Companies, Ltd., is pleased to announce that SAFE-T-GARD's were installed today on several school buses at Warren Consolidated Schools, a school system located in the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan. Having the SAFE-T-GARD installed on these school ... Continue reading
General Motors Internationally Recognized With Prestigious Water Award
In a first for the automotive industry, General Motors has earned the prestigious 2001 Stockholm Industry Water Award for a progressive water treatment and recycling program implemented at one of its manufacturing facilities. GM officials will be on hand in Stockholm, Sweden, August 15 to accept the award during World ... Continue reading
Lund International Holdings Announces Q2 2001 Financial Results
Lund International Holdings, Inc. announced results of operations for the second quarter ended July 1, 2001. Net sales for the second quarter of 2001 were $43,864,000, compared to $51,064,000 for the same period in 2000. The decrease is primarily attributable to volume declines across most of the Company's product line ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz to Unveil Extraordinary Safety Concept At Frankfurt
Mercedes-Benz will next month unveil at the 59th International Automobile Fair in Frankfurt Germany (September 13-23) the concept for a vehicle that can detect an imminent collision and engage occupant protection systems before it occurs. Known as PRE-SAFE(R) (for "Preventive Occupant Safety"), the experimental Mercede ... Continue reading
Microvision and European Automaker to Develop Advanced Automotive Displays
Microvision, the leader in light scanning technologies, today announced it has received a predevelopment contract from a European automaker to begin rapid prototyping of driver and passenger information and "infotainment" displays for demonstration and evaluation in test vehicles. The initial work is expected to take s ... Continue reading
OSHA Head and Ryder Systems CEO to Address National Safety Congress
Two outstanding national safety and health leaders - John L. Henshaw, the new head of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Gregory T. Swienton, President and CEO of Ryder Systems, Inc. - are among a stellar list of speakers at the National Safety Council's 89th annual Congress & Expo in Atlanta ... Continue reading
Premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) Opel Signum2
Premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) Opel Signum2: All-in-One Wagon and Coupé Concept Debut of prototype V8 direct-injection gasoline engine from GM Powertrain Exciting interior and design ideas Successful synthesis of versatility, comfort, good looks and ease of use Characteristic traits of future Opel models E ... Continue reading
Price Announced For 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT
Cadillac announces pricing for its Escalade EXT will be $49,990 MSRP at introduction. The EXT will be in dealer showrooms by January 2002. "The EXT is like no other vehicle in its segment - offering luxury amenities of an SUV with the extended capabilities of a premium pickup truck. With a 345 horsepower engine, Stabil ... Continue reading
Southern California Gas Prices Tumble as Other Regions Climb Again
Southern California and statewide gasoline prices posted double-digit decreases for the second straight month, while Midwestern states saw prices begin climbing again in response to increased demand, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's monthly Fuel Gauge report. The Southern California average pri ... Continue reading
Technological Development in the Third World
Production Mini-plants in mobile containers "...Science Network will supply to countries and developing regions the technology and the necessary support for the production in series of Mini-plants in mobile containers (40-foot). ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Atwood ready to grab life by the horns at Michigan
August 15, 2001 BROOKLYN, Mich. (August 15, 2001)-When Casey Atwood comes to Michigan International Speedway, he'll show why his No. 19 Dodge Intrepid R/T is Ram tough. Atwood's No. 19 Dodge, fielded by Evernham Motorsports, will showcase a special paint scheme featuring a Dodge Ram truck bursting out from the hood of ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Elliott prepares for breakthrough at Michigan
August 15, 2001 BROOKLYN, Mich. (August 15, 2001)- Bill Elliott typically makes a statement at Michigan International Speedway and this weekend he has the car to prove it. Elliott's No. 9 Dodge Dealers Intrepid R/T features a new paint scheme with the powerful image of a Dodge Ram truck bursting out of the hood. Fueled ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP HISTORY: Charlie Glotzbach Won August Michigan Race With Dodge
August 15, 2001 BROOKLYN, Mich., August 15, 2001 - Thirty-one years ago this weekend, Charlie Glotzbach motored around Michigan International Speedway on a wing and a prayer. The prayer was on his lips, but the wing was firmly attached to the back of his No. 99 Dodge Charger Daytona. In the end, Glotzbach led a Chrysle ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Jeff Gordon hopes to stay undefeated after turning 30
August 15, 2001 BROOKLYN, Mich. - They say that race car drivers hit their prime after they turn 30. Richard Petty recorded 144 of his record 200 victories and six of seven championships after he turned 30. Likewise, the late Dale Earnhardt won 70 of 76 races and six of seven championships after turning 30. If this is ... Continue reading
NHRA: Mills Pontiac to back Benza in Brainerd
For more information, contact Rob Geiger at 281-913-3316. Mills Pontiac to back Benza in Brainerd BRAINERD, Minn. (Aug. 14) – Pro Stock driver Bob Benza will fly the colors of Brainerd-area powerhouse car dealership Mills Pontiac-GMC on his sleek Pontiac Grand Am at this weekend’s 20th annual Colonels Truck ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Rudd ready to win at Michigan
August 15, 2001 BROOKLYN, Mich. - Michigan International Speedway has been good to Ricky Rudd in the past two races, but not good enough. Rudd, driver of the No. 28 Texaco/Havoline Ford, has an impressive record at Michigan, with one win in 1993 and eight top-five's. He has finished second in the last two races at Mich ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Interview: Stricklin and Pressley still looking for first win
August 15, 2001 Hut Stricklin and Robert Pressley are both still looking for their first NASCAR Winston Cup victories, but the two have had some success at the Michigan International Speedway, site of this weekend's Pepsi 400 presented by Meijer. Stricklin's best series finish came at Michigan in 1991 when he ran secon ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Stewart Hoping for a 'Surprise' Win Sunday at Michigan
August 15, 2001 DETROIT, Aug. 15, 2001 - With everything that Pontiac Grand Prix driver Tony Stewart has accomplished during his NASCAR Winston Cup career, he usually enters an upcoming race knowing he is a favorite to win. In 90 starts during his first two and a half years competing in NASCAR's top circuit, Stewart ha ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Tony Stewart: Man Over Machine at Michigan
August 15, 2001 ATLANTA (Aug. 15, 2001) - Michigan International Speedway has been hot and cold for Home Depot Pontiac driver Tony Stewart. He has three top-10 finishes in five career starts at the two-mile oval, including a win in the 2000 Kmart 400 and a third-place run in the 1999 Pepsi 400. But in Stewart's last tw ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Motorcraft Racing Team makes changes to enhance performance
August 15, 2001 When the Winston Cup teams return to Michigan this week, Elliott Sadler and the Motorcraft Racing Ford Taurus team are looking forward to a performance change. Elliott talks about the track and the team's "new" approach to preparation that will hopefully result in stronger qualifying and better race res ... Continue reading
NHRA: Mills Pontiac to back Benza in Brainerd
August 15, 2001 BRAINERD, Minn. (Aug. 15) – Pro Stock driver Bob Benza will fly the colors of Brainerd-area powerhouse car dealership Mills Pontiac-GMC on his sleek Pontiac Grand Am at this weekend’s 20th annual Colonels Truck Accessories NHRA Nationals. The arrangement includes prominent signage on Benza&# ... Continue reading
SCCA: Charlotte cancelled; Road Atlanta to host season ending double header
August 15, 2001 CENTENNIAL, Colo. (August 15, 2001)*The SCCA Pro Racing Speedvision World Challenge GT and Touring Car Championships will now close their respective 2001 seasons by running a doubleheader weekend on the Audi Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta, October 3-7. The announcement comes following the cancellation of ... Continue reading
INDY RACING: Hornish and Lazier ready to rumble at Gateway
August 15, 2001 MADISON, Ill. - The Challenger vs. The Champion ... The Confident Phenom vs. The Cagey Vet ... The Rumble By The River. Call it what you want, but the battle for the Indy Racing Northern Light Cup between Sam Hornish Jr. ... Continue reading
CART: Dixon takes advantage of test at Mid Ohio
August 15, 2001 (Lexington, OH) - PacWest rookie Scott Dixon took advantage of his final rookie test day Monday at Mid-Ohio following the running of the Miller Lite 200 on Sunday. Dixon, who finished Sunday's race in the 12th and final points paying position, ran just under 200 miles on the 2.258-mile permanent road co ... Continue reading
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