Chrysler Introduces 2007 PT Street Cruiser Pacific Coast Highway Edition - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
New Chrysler PT Cruiser model breezes in to kick off annual Woodward Dream Cruise Twelfth factory-customized limited-edition PT Cruiser celebrates an ultimate American driving road Chrysler PT Street Cruiser Pacific Coast Highway Edition achieves close to 30 mpg fuel economy More than 1 million PT Cruisers sold since i ... Continue reading
National Average Gas Price Falls Below $3 Per Gallon, AAA Says
ORLANDO, Fla.--Aug. 15, 2006--The nationwide average price of self-serve regular gasoline fell below $3 per gallon today after nearing the previous all-time record high of $3.057 set on Labor Day 2005, AAA's daily, on-line Fuel Gauge Report (http://www.aaafuelgaugereport.com) shows. The drop in price to $2.997 per gall ... Continue reading
Getting Your Car Ready for College
BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 15 -- Students are busy preparing for college and the last thing on their list -- if it makes the list at all -- is checking out the condition of the car they will take to school. The expectation may be that parents handle the routine auto maintenance, but regardless of who does it, the Car Care Cou ... Continue reading
Lexus Reveals 2007 SC Pebble Beach Edition Hardtop Convertible
Fourth Annual Limited-Edition SC 430 Makes Its Debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Lexus Fashion Preview PEBBLE BEACH, Calif., Aug. 15 -- In celebration of its exclusive partnership with the Pebble Beach Company, Lexus will introduce the fourth annual Lexus SC Pebble Beach Edition retractable hardtop converti ... Continue reading
Higher Gas Prices Causing Many Americans to Alter Vacations
Could Spur More Travel Cutbacks in Months Ahead NEW YORK, Aug. 15 -- While two-thirds of American families say they haven't yet scaled back their summer vacations because of higher gas prices, the other one-third are significantly changing their travel plans, The Conference Board reports today in a special survey. Amon ... Continue reading
Delphi Reports First Half 2006 Financial Results
TROY, Mich., Aug. 15 -- Delphi Corp. today reported first half 2006 financial results with revenues of $14.0 billion, and a GAAP net loss of $2.6 billion, including charges of $1.9 billion associated with the company's special attrition program. The company generated $187 million in GAAP cash flow from operations in th ... Continue reading
HONG KONG, Aug. 15 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mainland China is expected to ship US$1.4 billion worth of brake parts in 2006 -- up 30 percent from last year, according to Global Sources' China Sourcing Report: Brake Parts ( http://www.chinasourcingreports.com/ ) . (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/200303 ... Continue reading
Quantum Technologies Supplying New Hybrid Technologies to Automakers - VIDEO NEWS STORY
August 15, 2007: Toyota is just one of the major car manufacturers investing in new fuel technologies. it's prius hybrid, which runs on a combination of gasoline and electricity, has been re-engineered to run on hydrogen. ... Continue reading
International Brands Top Customer Satisfaction Study
Washington DC August 15, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that for the second year in a row, Toyota led the University of Michigan's American Customer Satisfaction Index for vehicles with a record score of 87 points on a scale of 100. The industry as a whole rose 1.3 percent to an average of 81 points, Reuters. Hond ... Continue reading
Ford Looks to Trim Metro Area Dealers in 18 Markets
Washington DC August 15, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that as Ford marches forward with revisions to its turnaround plan, it will urge some of its 4,300 Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers in 18 metro markets â mainly Midwest and Northeast areas including Detroit â to voluntarily close or merge their ope ... Continue reading
Lazydays Named #1 Single-Site Dealer by Tiffin Motorhomes
SEFFNER, Fla.--Aug. 15, 2006--Lazydays RV SuperCenter(R) (Lazydays), the nation's #1 one recreational vehicle ("RV") dealer, achieved Tiffin Motorhomes' (Tiffin) #1 single-site dealer ranking for model year 2006. "We congratulate Lazydays for this outstanding sales accomplishment," said Tiffin Sales Manager Jerry Willi ... Continue reading
HOMEWOOD, Ill.--Aug. 15, 2006-- ADS Logistics, LLC and the Port of Shreveport-Bossier are equipped to provide unmatched logistics and supply chain services to the region's growing primary steel industry. ADS Logistics, LLC (ADS), the leading North American provider of integrated logistics and supply chain services to t ... Continue reading
Autocam Corporation Announces Timing of Second Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call
KENTWOOD, Mich., Aug. 15 -- The management of Autocam will hold a conference call on Monday, August 21, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. (Eastern) to discuss the Company's financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2006. What: Autocam Corporation Second Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call How: 800/310-6649 (U.S.) or 719/457-2 ... Continue reading
* Chrysler Group Sweepstakes is next phase of popular "Ask Dr. Z" campaign * Dodge Challenger T-shirts to be sold at Woodward Dream Cruise; proceeds to Gail Purtan Ovarian Cancer Research Fund ROYAL OAK, Mich., Aug. 15 -- How can consumers win a Dodge Challenger -- or an all-new 2007 Chrysler Sebring or Jeep(R) Wrangle ... Continue reading
MELVILLE, N.Y.--Aug. 15, 2006--Verint Systems Inc. , a leading provider of analytic software-based solutions for security and business intelligence, today announced that France's city of Rouen has deployed Verint's Networked Video solution across a portion of its network of buses and trams to ensure a safe and secure t ... Continue reading
Mark Martin Appearance & Media Charity Challenge
WHO Mark Martin -- A veteran on the NEXTEL Cup Circuit and driver of the #6 AAA Ford Fusion, Martin currently ranks 6th in the overall NEXTEL Cup point standings. He is in the Detroit area preparing for the GFS Marketplace 400 at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, Mich. The race will take place Sunday, August ... Continue reading
MTS and dSPACE Unveil Test Bench for Smarter, Faster Mechatronics Development
NOVI, Mich., Aug. 15 -- MTS Systems Corporation and dSPACE have co-developed a Mechatronic Development and Validation (MDV) proof-of-concept bench that bridges the gap between virtual and real-world testing to deliver the most accurate and comprehensive data available for mechatronic development and validation. The MDV ... Continue reading
Plexus Systems Spreads Lean Quickly Through New Channel Partner Network
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 15 -- Plexus Systems, providers of Plexus Online, the first true on-demand manufacturing performance system, is spreading lean concepts by penetrating new and existing markets through a growing network of channel partners. Small to mid-size manufacturers are in the greatest need of lean manufa ... Continue reading
Quixote Corporation Reports Fiscal 2006 Fourth Quarter Results
- Record sales for the quarter and year - Restructuring within Intersection Control segment continues on plan CHICAGO, Aug. 15 -- Quixote Corporation today reported results for its fiscal fourth quarter and year ended June 30, 2006. For the fiscal 2006 fourth quarter, net sales increased 13% to $45,087,000, compared to ... Continue reading
Ryder Launches 'Road Ready PLUS' Warranty
- Comprehensive Coverage up to 12 Months or 100,000 Miles - MIAMI, Aug. 15 -- Ryder System, Inc. , a global leader in transportation and supply chain management solutions, today announced it has introduced the "Road Ready(TM) PLUS" extended warranty plan to complement the reliability of its Road Ready(TM) pre-owned veh ... Continue reading
Coach Industries Group - CIGI - Reports Second Quarter 2006 Financial Results
COOPER CITY, Fla.--Aug. 15, 2006--Coach Industries Group, Inc. (OTCBB:CIGI): -- First Quarter Revenues Increase 32% to $85 Million -- Guidance of $75 to $78 million in revenue for the Second Quarter of 2006 Exceeded by 10% -- Six Month Revenue Increase of 35% to $160 Million -- Independent Contractor Base of Clients gr ... Continue reading
MILFORD, Iowa--Aug. 15, 2006--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC), the recognized leader in developing and manufacturing a variety of products for the all terrain vehicle (ATV), garden tractors, and golf cars, today announced its earnings of .0 cents per share for the three months ending June 30, 2006 versus .01 ... Continue reading
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Aug. 15, 2006--Users and manufacturers of PDAs and PDA phones can now take full advantage of the latest navigation software with the launch of Destinator 6, Destinator's newest navigation platform for PDAs. For users looking to add a navigation component to their PDA or upgrade their existing navigat ... Continue reading
Dollar Customers Can Earn 1,000 Bonus Miles With Seven Frequent Flyer Programs
TULSA, Okla., Aug. 15 -- Dollar Rent A Car, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. , is offering its customers the opportunity to earn 1,000 bonus miles per rental through Alaska Airlines(R) Mileage Plan(R), American Airlines AAdvantage(R), Continental(R) OnePass(R), Delta Air Lines(R) SkyMiles(R), North ... Continue reading
BRIGHTON, Mich., Aug. 15 -- NASCAR legend Ernie Irvan will participate in a cookout with the children at Special Tree Rehabilitation Center in Romulus to show his support for the children and his dedication to raising awareness for the prevention of Traumatic Brain Injury -- the injury that prompted his early retiremen ... Continue reading
Fairfield Inn Road Warriors - Start Your Engines for a Chance to Win a Trip to the Ford 400(SM)
Prizes Include a Trip for Two to the Ford 400(SM) Championship Event at Homestead-Miami Speedway(R) and 2,000 $100 GiftCard Winners WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Fairfield Inn by Marriott launched its first-ever online Road Race game today featuring more than $200,000 in prizes. This fun, interactive game tests the player's r ... Continue reading
KleenAir Synergy with GreenUrban; KleenAir to Work with GreenUrban in Construction Market
LONDON--Aug. 15, 2006--KleenAir Systems Ltd, a leading provider of vehicle emissions management solutions, today announced they have entered an agreement with GreenUrban Technologies Limited. GreenUrban Technologies will support KleenAir Systems in the off road vehicle market in UK, and will be primarily concerned with ... Continue reading
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--Aug. 15, 2006--For Palm(R) Treo(TM) smartphone users and GPS enthusiasts, Palm Inc. today announced the Palm GPS Navigator Smartphone Edition, featuring new TomTom NAVIGATOR 6 software. Drivers using the new GPS Navigator with their Treo smartphones can rely on voice-guided, turn-by-turn directions t ... Continue reading
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass.--Aug. 15, 2006-- Development of Gas and Diesel Prototypes Moving Forward; Company Secures Additional Patents in Key Global Markets; Private Funding Approaches $15 million Driven by ongoing concern about fuel efficiency and energy independence, The Scuderi Group announced today that they are seei ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Aug. 15, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40726) has announced the addition of Global Market Review of Spark Plugs and Glow Plugs - Forecasts to 2012 to their offering. A number of factors are currently affecting the spark plug and glow plug markets. Engine develop ... Continue reading
Cool as an Ocean Breeze: Chrysler Introduces 2007 PT Street Cruiser Pacific Coast Highway Edition
* New Chrysler PT Cruiser model breezes in to kick off annual Woodward Dream Cruise * 12th factory-customized limited-edition PT Cruiser celebrates an ultimate American driving road * Chrysler PT Street Cruiser Pacific Coast Highway Edition achieves close to 30 mpg fuel economy * More than 1 million PT Cruisers sold si ... Continue reading
Intelliprice to Provide Trade Valuation and Sales Leads to 4,200 Dealerships via FordDirect
BOCA RATON, Fla., Aug. 15 -- FordDirect.com has selected Intelliprice(TM) to provide vehicle trade valuations and sales leads for its 4,200 participating dealerships. The Intelliprice vehicle valuation service will be accessible at the FordDirect website and on various Ford Motor Co. brand sites, including Ford and Lin ... Continue reading
U.S. Automakers Closing Quality Gap
MILWAUKEE--Aug. 15, 2006--Despite rising vehicle costs and gas prices, consumers are giving the auto industry its highest perceived quality rating in a decade, according to the Quarterly Quality Report, released today by the American Society for Quality (ASQ). The personal computer category also experienced significant ... Continue reading
ZAP Quarterly Revenues Up with Demand for Micro-Cars and Electric Vehicles
SANTA ROSA, Calif.--Aug. 15, 2006--ZAP (NYSE Arca:ZP), a company on the forefront of energy-efficient transportation with new technologies including electric and ethanol-fueled cars, posted a consecutive quarterly increase in revenues for the second quarter ended June 30, 2006. ZAP believes the increase in second quart ... Continue reading
All New BMW X5 To Be Priced From $46,595
Second Generation of the Original Sports Activity Vehicle Arrives in US Showrooms this November WOODCLIFF LAKE, NJ - August 14, 2006: The all-new 2007 BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle arrives in US showrooms this November with a base MSRP of $46,595 for the six-cylinder X5 3.0si. The V8 X5 4.8i will be priced from $55,19 ... Continue reading
ACDelco Congratulates its ACDelco Extreme Makeover Promotion Winners
GRAND BLANC, MICH. â Many popular shows on television today transform and rebuild rooms and houses. The ACDelco Extreme Makeover promotion is the automotive aftermarketâs response, awarding winning ACDelco Total Service Support (TSS) accounts with ACDelco funding to enhance their businessâ image. ACDelco ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, MI â August 15, 2006: North American consumers now have a chance to test-drive Europeâs top-selling convertibleâthe 2007 Volkswagen Eos, featuring a revolutionary five-panel roof that transforms a hardtop coupe roof with an integrated sunroof to an open convertible. The Eos, which goes on s ... Continue reading
Chevy Cobalt SS Sets First-Ever Bonneville Record Using E85 for Fuel
WENDOVER, Utah August 14, 2006; Two Ecotec-powered Chevy Cobalt SS race cars set land speed records yesterday at the Bonneville Salt Flats on the first possible day for record runs during the 58th Annual Speed Week event. The Bonneville Student Project Chevrolet Cobalt SS, based off a naturally-aspirated Cobalt SS and ... Continue reading
Dukes of Brooklyn: NYPD Flexes Muscle Adds Dodge Charger to Fleet
NEW YORK August 14, 2006; The AP reported that the New York Police Department souped up its car fleet on Monday by adding a new version of a classic muscle car -- the 2006 Dodge Charger. Top speed: 150 mph. The police highway unit will test drive 15 new Chargers featuring V-8 engines, officials said. The rest will have ... Continue reading
The technology behind the new Mercedes-Benz CL-Class - PRE-SAFE®
The technology behind the new Mercedes-Benz CL-Class - PRE-SAFE®: Occupant protection in the new Mercedes coupé begins even before an accident occurs Stuttgart, Aug 14, 2006 The anticipatory PRE-SAFE® protection system is included in the standard safety equipment for the new CL-Class, which makes its market debut in ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 14, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-226 ROCKY MOUNTAIN SPRINTS AT SALT LAKE SATURDAY; RYAN BURDETT FINALLY FINDS WINNERS CIRCLE AT RMR Three races remain in the 2006 Young Automotive Rocky Mountain Sprint Car Series but only 103 points separate the top-four in the standings. Rya ... Continue reading
USAC Northeast Focus Release - SMITH LEADS ABOLD INTO NORTHEAST FOCUS RACE AT BELMAR, N.J.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 14, 2006 CONTACT: MICHAEL HARKER (mharker@usacracing.com) DICK JORDAN (djordan@usacracing.com) 06-230 SMITH LEADS ABOLD INTO NORTHEAST FOCUS RACE AT BELMAR, N.J. INDIANAPOLIS â Ryan Smith continues his march toward the USAC Northeast Ford Focus Midget Car Series championship Saturday a ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 14, 2006 CONTACT: MICHAEL HARKER (mharker@usacracing.com) DICK JORDAN (djordan@usacracing.com) 06-231 MARTZ, ROBERTSON CONTINUE MIDWEST BATTLE THIS WEEKEND; MAIN NOTCHES FIRST WIN INDIANAPOLIS â The ongoing battle between two-time Ford Focus champion Tate Martz and title hopeful and co ... Continue reading
Illinois State Fair Hosts 46th Tony Bettenhausen 100 Saturday
For more information on this press release contact Bob Sargent of Track Enterprises at 217-764-3200 or Jay Hardin at jhardin3@verizon.net. Tyler Seeks Third Bettenhausen 100 Win, Wise Looking for $25,000 Bonus Two time and defending race winner Brian Tyler of Michigan and Californian Josh Wise lead a strong contingent ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 14, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-225 5-POINT GAP SEPARATES CRA LEADERS GOING INTO SATURDAY'S RACE AT PERRIS AUTO SPEEDWAY Only five points separate the leaders in the USCA/CRA Sprint Car standings as the series prepares for this Saturday night's race at Perris (Calif.) Auto S ... Continue reading
Greg Edwards Gets to Start on the Pole at Langley Speedway
Untitled StationeryGreg Edwards Gets to Start on the Pole at Langley Speedway For Immediate Release August 12, 2006 By: Karla Watkins, Edwards Motorsports Hampton, VA NASCAR Dodge Weekly Racing Series At many tracks around the nation, qualifying on the pole and starting on the pole are considered basically the same thi ... Continue reading
Atlanta Motor Speedway Adds Papa John's Pizza Shootout ASA Southern Modified Race after Georgia-Pacific Qualifying For Immediate Release Daytona Beach, FL. (August 14, 2006) - In a joint effort, officials from the Southern Modified Race Tour, Atlanta Motor Speedway and the American Speed Association (ASA) announced the ... Continue reading
Cheever Takes on Silverstone Ghosts and Wins!
2006 Grand Prix Masters of Great Britain LONDON, August 14 -- One of the most iconic names in motor racing, Eddie Cheever won yesterday the 2006 GP Masters of Great Britain, Sunday 13th August 2006 at Silverstone, UK. With race track and ambient temperature of 17 degrees, wet tarmac, 650 horsepower and no traction cont ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ(R) Electronic Horizon Technology Supports Dynamic Pass Predictor
Technological Innovation Makes Passing Lead Vehicles Safer CHICAGO, Aug. 14 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital map data for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, announced that its Electronic Horizon provides the foundation of the Dynamic Pass Predictor from the BMW group; a technology innovati ... Continue reading
Indiana Midget Week For Midgets
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AUGUST 14, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-224 "INDIANA MIDGET WEEK" RACES AT GAS CITY & KOKOMO; CLAUSON WINS SALEM'S 30-LAP FEATURE This week's second annual "Indiana Midget Week" consists of a pair of USAC Midget races at Gas City I-69 Speedway (Friday) and Kokomo Speedway (Sunday) c ... Continue reading
NHRA Newsmakers: Aug. 14, 2006
NHRA Newsmakers Your inside glimpse at the world's fastest motorsport WHO'S HOT? ANTRON BROWN: The rider of the U.S. Army Suzuki moved back into the points lead, leaping from fourth to first place, with his victory in Brainerd. This was his second consecutive final round appearance. He lost to Chip Ellis in Sonoma when ... Continue reading
Cooper-Standard Automotive Announces Second Quarter 2006 Results
NOVI, Mich., Aug. 14 -- Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc., the parent of Cooper-Standard Automotive Inc., today announced its second quarter 2006 financial results. Results for the period reflect the first full quarter results in our consolidated numbers of ITT Industries' automotive Fluid Handling Systems (FHS) division. ... Continue reading
Ultracapacitors' Burst Power Capabilities Improve Starting Performance, Extend Battery Life SAN DIEGO and DETROIT, Aug. 14 -- Alcoa AFL Automotive and Maxwell Technologies announced today that they have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the development of a cold start system for the commercial tran ... Continue reading
Hearn Motorsports Takes First BMW USA Podium
Hearn Motorsports Takes First Formula BMW USA Podium Phinny Earns Second in Denver's Second Race DENVER, August 14, 2006 - Hearn Motorsports earned its first Formula BMW USA Series podium finish on Sunday at the Grand Prix of Denver. Ryan Phinny (Carmel Valley, Calif.) raced the No. 16 Baja Cantina/Hearn Motorsports BM ... Continue reading
Vintage Grand Prix of Mid-Ohio Fact Sheet
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rebecca Ackford, 614-793-4620, rackford@midohio.com VINTAGE GRAND PRIX OF MID-OHIO FACT SHEET WHAT: Vintage Grand Prix of Mid-Ohio * Thousands of vintage car enthusiasts will gather from across North America WHERE: Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course 7721 Steam Corners Rd. Lexington, Ohio 44904 WH ... Continue reading
ProQuest to Acquire Dealer Computer Services
RICHFIELD, Ohio, Aug. 14 -- ProQuest Business Solutions Inc., a subsidiary of ProQuest Company , has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the CPD electronic parts catalog business of Dealer Computer Services, Inc. (DCS). This acquisition is expected to close shortly after receiving regulatory and other approv ... Continue reading
2006 Birmingham UK International Motorcycle Show To Reach New Entertainment Heights
BIRMINGHAM, England - August 15, 2006: The 2006 International Motorcycle and Scooter Show will be the most entertaining ever staged. Taking place between 27th October and 5th November, the Birmingham NEC will play host to an action packed show, featuring an all-new motorcycle stunt show, the Thunderdome Games Arena, an ... Continue reading
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