SPECIAL EVENT (CHARLOTTE, NC.) - SUMMIT TO BENEFIT DRIVERS SEEKING SPONSORS AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT
The first annual Driver Advancement Marketing Summit, which will be held here at Victory Lane Karting Center on January 26 and 27, will benefit drivers looking to advance their careers and will provide specific information on how to go about obtaining sponsorship. Gary Abercrombie, Manager of Sports Marketing for Lowe' ... Continue reading
INDYCAR (INDIANAPOLIS, IN.) - SERIES NOTES
1. Indy Racing League sponsors project at the College for Creative Studies 2. IndyCar Series fan designs new look for Honda safety car 3. Helio readies for âDancing with the Starsâ tour 4. A.J. Foyt Racing hires veteran engineer Colliver 5. ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (DAYTONA, FLA.) - Rolex 24 At Daytona Points The Way Toward A Championship
The Rolex 24 At Daytona, much like the Sprint Cupâs Daytona 500 in NASCAR, if not most important is unarguably the highest profile race for the Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Cask No. 16. However, winning the âBig Oneâ at the âWorld Center of Racingâ January 26-27 does not mak ... Continue reading
2008 Detroit Auto Show: Ferrari Presents Biofuel-Powered F430 Spider - COMPLETE VIDEO
DETROIT - January 17, 2008: Ferrari brought two models to the big Detroit show, the 430 Scuderia and the 599 GTB Fiorano - to the 2008 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Also on the stand this year, however, is a biofuel-powered technological demonstration prototype which uses the F430 Spider as a base. ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (LIVONA, MI.) - ROUSH® 427R TRAK PAK* MUSTANG BRAKES AND SUSPENSION NOW AVAILABLE
When ROUSH® Performance unveiled the 427R Trak Pak* Mustang last summer, it was universally heralded by media and consumers alike for the incredible handling and stopping ability. Now, those same components are available to install on any 2005-2008 Ford Mustang. The Trak Pak suspension features adjustable rebound fron ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (CONCORD, NC.) - EDWARDS READY TO DEFEND NATIONWIDE CHAMPIONSHIP
It took only 104 starts and three years for Columbia, Missouri-native Carl Edwards to claim his first NASCAR championship. In 35 starts, Edwards racked up four wins, 15 top-five and 21 top-10 finishes in 2007, ultimately claiming the grand prize of Busch Series Champion. It was a life-long dream for the 27-year old who ... Continue reading
2008 Detroit Auto Show: New MINI Clubman Introduced - COMPLETE VIDEO
New Member of MINI Family Offers Flexibility, Fun and Performance DETROIT - January 17, 2008: While the unveiling of the 2008 MINI Clubman is not a world premiere, it is featured player at the 2008 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, MI. With a little more room in the back and an innovative door configur ... Continue reading
DOVER, Del., Jan. 17 -- Dover Motorsports, Inc. invites you to participate in a conference call subsequent to the release of Dover Motorsports, Inc.'s earnings for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2007. The conference call will be held on Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time. To listen to the conf ... Continue reading
NHRA (GLENDORA, CA.) - NEWS NUGGETS
· COUNTDOWN TO 2008; CARQUEST AUTO PARTS NHRA WINTERNATIONALS A MONTH AWAY: With only 21 days standing between now and the opening race of the 2008 season, many teams and drivers are making their final preparations for the 48th annual CARQUEST Auto Parts NHRA Winternationals, Feb. 7-10 at the historic Auto Club Racewa ... Continue reading
ALMS (BRASELTON, GA.) - GREEN RACING: DETROIT COMMENTARY AND REACTIONS
Scott Atherton led Tuesday's announcement of a partnership with EPA, DOE and SAE at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Reactions and commentaries on the American Le Mans Series' partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Department of Energy and SAE International to establish Gr ... Continue reading
NASCAR NSC (DAYTONA, FLA.) - Teleconference Transcript - Tony Stewart
HERB BRANHAM: We are joined by Tony Stewart, driver of the No. 20 Home Depot Toyota. If you could just start off by telling us how your first day and a half of testing has gone down here. TONY STEWART: Pretty good. We've not missed a shift yet, and that's the hardest part of what we've done the last day and a half. ... Continue reading
Ohana Road TV Show: Episode 233 - VIDEO FEATURE
This week's show is the first in a series of episodes that takes place at the Pacific Aviation Museum, the latest historic attraction in Pearl Harbor. The show also looks at the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 8 and then travels to the giant SEMA show in Las Vegas. CLICK HERE to watch previous Ohana Road shows. ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (DELAWARE, OH.) - 'Fiery' fare in Team JEGS Chef Morse's future
Team JEGS chef Nicky Morse will lend his educated palate to the North Marketâs fifth annual Fiery Foods Festival, which takes place Saturday, Feb. 16, at the famous 131-year-old Farmer's Market in downtown Columbus. The decorated chef and star of the TV show "The Racing Chef" will judge the annual Customer Chili C ... Continue reading
With students across the nation enjoying the start of their official âspring breakâ, Atlanta Motor Speedway is offering the cure for a dreaded case of spring fever. The track is making a limited number of $19 tickets to the Kobalt Tools 500 Sprint Cup race available while supplies last. Students of any age, w ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (DAYTONA, FLA.) - AMBROSE HEADS TO TESTING WITH NEW CREW CHIEF AND NEW TEAM STRUCTURE
Australian NASCAR driver Marcos Ambrose has returned to the United States and is eager to begin his 2008 testing program at the first official NASCAR Nationwide Series test at Daytona International Speedway in Florida next week. The test will be a pivotal and exciting one for Ambrose, who will use the testing to become ... Continue reading
RACING BUSINESS (TOPEKA, KS.) - Toyo Proxes R888 Makes SPEED World Challenge Debut in 2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toyo Proxes R888 Makes SPEED World Challenge Debut in 2008 TOPEKA, Kan. (Jan. 17, 2008) - Following its release in 2007, the Toyo(r) Proxes(r) R888* will replace the Proxes RA1* as the official tire of the SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge Championships at the start of the 2008 season. The new ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (MOORSEVILLE, NC.) - TOYOTA PRESENTS RACING LEGENDS in NASHVILLE JULY 18th
Good morning, Attached is the latest press release from Old School Racing (OSR). Regards, Matthew Blaylock Media Relations Director Old School Racing (OSR) TOYOTA PRESENTS RACING LEGENDS in NASHVILLE JULY 18th Mooresville, NC (January 17, 2008) â The inaugural season of "Old School Racing" (OSR) will make a stop a ... Continue reading
CarMax Reports Top Ten Searched Vehicle Features
RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 17 -- One month after the launch of expanded online vehicle search capabilities, CarMax, Inc. the nation's largest retailer of used cars, reports the top ten vehicle features searched for on carmax.com in December. "People told us that generally they know the options that are important to them, but ... Continue reading
Ford Says It Will Review Dealer Network
DETROIT, Jan 16 (Reuters) - Ford Motor Co. said on Wednesday that it is planning to review its vast dealer network in North America again and slash its spending on building vehicle prototypes in half over three years. Ford, in materials for a presentation to analysts in Detroit, also said it plans to decentralize its N ... Continue reading
Auction123 and Swapalease.com Announce 2008 NADA Promotion
CINCINNATI, Jan. 16 -- Auction123 Inc. and Swapalease.com announce that they will join forces to offer a valuable promotional package to dealers at the 2008 NADA Convention. The promotion will offer dealers unprecedented savings on a powerful new combination of Auction123.com's inventory management and internet marketi ... Continue reading
Annual Growth of Diesel Light-Vehicle Demand
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Jan. 16 -- Annual growth of diesel light-vehicle demand in Eastern Europe, Asia and North America combined is projected to surpass growth in Western Europe by the early part of the next decade, according to the J.D. Power and Associates Automotive Forecasting Global Diesel Light-Vehicle Foreca ... Continue reading
America Has Spoken, Greatest Unsung Heroes Revealed
Finalists Named in 6th Annual Volvo for life Awards Celebrity Judges To Now Select Top Four Winners; Grand Award Winner will be Named March 19 in New York City IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 16 -- For the past nine weeks hundreds of thousands of members of the American public have been casting their votes online to decide the co ... Continue reading
Continental Powertrain Technology Featured on Six of Ward's 10 Best Engines
Innovative engine technology will help meet fuel economy, emissions challenges DETROIT, Jan. 16 -- Six gasoline engines by different manufacturers made Ward's annual list of best engines, and each was equipped with innovative Continental engine management technologies that will help the companies meet challenging feder ... Continue reading
The Florida Electric Auto Association (FLEAA), in conjunction with Vectrix and AC Propulsion, will be hosting the 3rd Annual 'Battery Beach Burnout', an alternative fuel / electric vehicle competition, in Miami, FL at Countyline Dragway January 25th and 26th. LAKE WORTH, Fla., Jan. 16 -- The Florida Electric Auto Assoc ... Continue reading
NAIAS welcomes thousands of industry insiders Jan. 16-17 DETROIT, Jan. 16 -- Thousands of automotive industry executives, engineers and designers will converge at the NAIAS today and tomorrow in Detroit for special events emphasizing design and green technologies. In addition to the events, attendees have the opportuni ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 16 -- Preparing now for the frigid temperatures predicted over the weekend will help keep your vehicle on the road, advises AAA Michigan. Motorists can help keep their vehicles on the road by doing the following: -- Faulty batteries cause more car starting problems than any other factor. At 0 degr ... Continue reading
Green Car Summit at the 2008 Washington Auto Show
Leading Voices Focus on Automobiles, Energy, and Environmental Strategies WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Green Car Journal is presenting its inaugural Green Car Summit at the 2008 Washington Auto Show, scheduled from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Jan. 22, International Media Day, at the Washington Convention Center. Two panels comprise ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: AAA-Approved Auto Repair Facilities Receive Quality Awards
NEWS from the Auto Club Headquarters: 2601 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007 Mailing Address: 3333 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Contact: Elaine Beno/Jeff Spring, 714-885-2324 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Auto Club: Best AAA-Approved Auto Repair Facilities Receive 2007 Quality Service Awards (LOS ANGELES, Jan ... Continue reading
The magazine's Editors' Choice Awards recognize Best in Show, Best Concept, Most Significant and Most Fun DETROIT, Jan. 16 -- The AutoWeek editorial staff announced this evening its Editors' Choice Award winners for the 2008 North American International Auto Show during the annual AutoWeek Design Forum, held in conjunc ... Continue reading
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