12 Truck Drivers Named Regional Goodyear Highway Heroes
Twelve truck drivers representing 11 states and provinces are one step closer to being named the 1998 Goodyear National Highway Hero, Goodyear announced. ... Continue reading
Active Tool Evaluating Strategic Alternatives
Active Tool & Manufacturing Co., Inc. announced that it has engaged Credit Suisse First Boston and Roney & Co. to explore strategic alternatives to support Active Tool's continuing investment in the growth of the company. ... Continue reading
Allied Holdings Announces Voluntary Early Retirement Program
Allied Holdings, Inc. announced the adoption of a voluntary early retirement program (VERP). During the fourth quarter of 1998, the Company will expense approximately $2.0 million, or $0.15 per share, for the VERP. ... Continue reading
ATX Technologies Opens California Office
ATX Technologies, Inc., in partnership with Nichimen America, I has expanded its operations to sell the On-Guard family of products to automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers and electronics manufacturers. ... Continue reading
Aura Systems Reports Third Quarter of Fiscal 1999
Aura Systems Inc. reported net revenues for the third fiscal quarter were $33,931,756 as compared to $48,215,300 in the comparable prior year quarter. ... Continue reading
Autoline Detroit: Dodge to Reduce the Number of Models it Offers
On the television program "Autoline Detroit" the head of the Dodge division, James Julow, announced that Dodge is looking at reducing the number of models it offers. ... Continue reading
Budget Leads the Industry in Satisfying Consumers' Cravings
As America's most popular vehicle, pickup truck sales continue to grow year over year, accounting for nearly half of all motor vehicles sold in the U.S. ... Continue reading
CPR Corporation Finalises Completion of Acquisitions
CPR Corporation has announced that it has completed the first stage of its global acquisition program with the acquisition of five companies in the hi-tech Engineering and Automotive sectors. ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Announces Organizational Structure Ignition Products
David Krohn, vice president, Worldwide Ignition Products, Federal-Mogul Corporation, announces the following organizational structure for Ignition Products with the following appointments effective immediately: ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Appoints Leigh Briggs, GM, Assembled Camshafts
Frank Tomes, executive vice president, General Products, Federal-Mogul Corporation, announces the appointment of Leigh Briggs to the position of general manager, assembled camshafts, effective immediately. ... Continue reading
Getting Methanol to Neighborhood Pumps is the Next Challenge
With an estimated two million methanol fuel cell vehicles on highways by 2010 and 35 million by 2020, global automakers are keeping their promise to manufacture affordable zero or near- zero emissions vehicles while retaining liquid fuel convenience. ... Continue reading
Infiniti of Scottsdale Achieves Number 1 Sales Ranking
Infiniti, the luxury division of Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA), announced that Infiniti of Scottsdale has achieved the number one sales ranking among all Infiniti Dealers in the United States. ... Continue reading
Investor Comments On Volvo's Acquisition of Shares in Scania
"It is unfortunate that Volvo, with this action, has made discussions that have been conducted so far more difficult," said Claes Dahlback, president and chief executive officer of Investor AB. ... Continue reading
IPSCO Inc.-Establishes Operational Headquarters in Chicago
IPSCO Inc. announced that it would establish an operational headquarters in Chicago for IPSCO Enterprises Inc., its U.S. holding company subsidiary. ... Continue reading
L.A. Auto Show Highlighted by Worldwide and North American Debuts
Automakers seized the 1999 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show's early dates to roll out nearly two dozen Worldwide and North American debuts of production and concept vehicles, ranking it among the most debuts in the show's history. ... Continue reading
Meritor and PSI Partner to Market Trailer Tire Inflation Systems
Meritor Automotive, Inc. has announced a collaborative agreement with Pressure Systems International, Inc. (PSI) to market and distribute automatic tire inflation systems for trailer applications. ... Continue reading
Orbital Redeems Convertible Note
Orbital Engine Corporation has redeemed a US$20 million convertible note issued in August 1998. Orbital had drawn down only US$10 million of the note to date but has extinguished the entire US$20 million facility. ... Continue reading
Progressive Reduces Auto Insurance Rates in Arkansas
Progressive, one of the nation's largest auto insurers, is reducing its rates in Arkansas, announced Tim Madden, Progressive's general manager for Arkansas. ... Continue reading
RALLY: Ford Focus makes rally debut at Monte Carlo
RALLY: Ford Focus makes rally debut at Monte Carlo ... Continue reading
RALLY: Round 1 of the 1999 FIA World Rally Championship
RALLY: Round 1 of the 1999 FIA World Rally Championship ... Continue reading
SME's Orlando '99 APEX Brings the Latest Tools and Technologies
Taking place January 19-21, Florida's largest machine tool and manufacturing exposition opens tomorrow at Orlando's Orange County Convention Center (Hall A3). ... Continue reading
T.J.T., Inc. Finalizes Arizona Acquisition
T.J.T., Inc., a supplier of refurbished axles and tires to the manufactured housing industry, reported that it has completed the acquisition of Ford's Tires and Axles in Chandler, Arizona. ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Insurance Services Selects Allenbrook's Phoenix System
In a unique industry alliance, Allenbrook, Inc. announced that Toyota Motor Insurance Services, Inc., of Torrance, Calif., has signed extensive agreements to install and implement Allenbrook's Phoenix Enterprise Insurance System. ... Continue reading
Twin Disc, Inc., Announces Financial Results for Fiscal 1999 2Q
Twin Disc, Inc., announced financial results for the second quarter and six months ended December 31, 1998. ... Continue reading
Unistar Completes Acquisition of 19 AMSCOT Auto Insurance Offices
Unistar Financial Service Corp., acquires AMSCOT Auto Insurance Agency, with 19 locations throughout Florida. AMSCOT currently offers the following financial services: ... Continue reading
Worldwide Equipment Corp. Reports Fiscal 1998 Results
Worldwide Equipment Corp. and its subsidiaries Aro of America, Inc., and International Tractor Co. Inc., released its financial results for the fiscal year ended August 31, 1998. ... Continue reading
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