Modine Board of Directors Declares Quarterly Common Stock Dividend
RACINE, Wis.--Jan. 18, 2006--The Board of Directors of Modine Manufacturing Company today declared a quarterly common stock dividend of 17.50 cents per share, payable on March 2, 2006 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 16, 2006. Founded in 1916, with projected fiscal 2006 revenues from co ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Outlines Global Expansion Plans for the Dodge Brand
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 18 -- Today at the Automotive News World Congress, Joe Eberhardt, Executive Vice President Global Marketing, Sales and Service - Chrysler Group, spoke about the company's global brand strategy, themed "Brands Beyond Borders" and provided the audience with the strategic direction that Chrysler ... Continue reading
Driver Takes Winning Record and Competitive Spirit into Fourth Season Who: AutoTrader.com, Dent Wizard, National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), Marty Nothstein What: AutoTrader.com, the ultimate automotive marketplace and Dent Wizard, the world leader in paintless dent removal, have partnered to sponsor the race car of Ol ... Continue reading
ALEXANDRIA, VA (JAN. 18) -- The American International Automobile Dealers will host an energy symposium to address the topic of “Sustaining Mobility in an Energy Challenged World.” The symposium, moderated by Warren Brown, “On Wheels” columnist for The Washington Post, will be held Wednesday, Ja ... Continue reading
CLEVELAND--Jan. 18, 2006--The Recycling Today Media Group announced today the availability of the 2006 North American Scrap Metals Directory. This in-depth resource is the most detailed, up-to-date directory available covering the scrap metal recycling industry. The 2006 North American Scrap Metals Directory includes t ... Continue reading
SAMAX - Rolex 24 media kit and images
The SAMAX media kit for the Rolex 24 At Daytona is attached. ... Continue reading
Daytona draft Watch for NASCAR-style drafting as the two SAMAX Motorsport Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars take to the high banks of Daytona International Speedway for the Rolex 24 At Daytona on Jan. 28 and 29. The 3.56-mile track in Daytona Beach, Fla., combines an infield road course with a 2.5-mile tri-oval used for NASCAR ... Continue reading
John Coughlin - Season Preview (NHRA/JEG'S)
John Coughlin - Season Preview JEG'S Mail Order - Team JEG'S DELAWARE, Ohio – The most memorable moment of John Coughlin’s 2005 season came not as a driver, but rather a car owner as rising sportsman star Brad Plourd drove Coughlin’s JEG’S Mail Order dragster ... Continue reading
Teen Driver Crashes; Texas Data Show Teens 15-17 Are 81% Over-Represented in Fatal Crashes
HOUSTON--Jan. 18, 2006--When teen drivers are involved in a fatal crash, someone else is usually the victim, according to a recent analysis of 10 years of crash data by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. An AAA Texas analysis of the Texas data shows that teens 15-17 years of age were 81% over-represented fatal cras ... Continue reading
Stockholm, Sweden January 18, 2006; The DaimlerChrysler Group has signed a development cooperation and supply agreement of the Alfdex Oil Mist Separator system from Alfdex AB, jointly owned by Alfa Laval and Haldex (STO:HLDX). The order value is about SEK 250 million during a five year period and serial deliveries are ... Continue reading
The Car Display Market Increased by 10% Due to The Popularization of the Si TFT Display
DUBLIN, Ireland--Jan. 17, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c30759) has announced the addition of China's Car Display Market Study 2005 to their offering This report describes the status of the industry, and the technological features and performance comparison of the major technolog ... Continue reading
Skinny Cow Milk to Sponsor Grand American Driver Matt Mullins in Grand Am Cup 200 at Daytona
DALLAS, TX ( January 16, 2006 ) Grand American Series Cup driver Matt Mullins announced today that Skinny Cow Milk will sponsor his BMW entry in the Grand Am Cup opener at Daytona International Speedway, January 26th - 29th. Mullins will join well-known Automatic Racing, and owner/driver Jep Thornton, for the Daytona e ... Continue reading
For Immediate Release SCCA SPEED World Challenge GT's Papis, Angelelli To Drive in 2006 Crown Royal International Race of Champions Series TOPEKA, Kan. (Jan. 18, 2006) - SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge GT drivers Max Papis and Max Angelelli have been selected as part of the official driver field for the 2006 Crow ... Continue reading
CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN RENEWS SPONSORSHIP AS NHRA'S OFFICIAL AUTO PARTS STORE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications Dept., (626) 914-4761 CHECKER SCHUCK’S KRAGEN RENEWS SPONSORSHIP AS NHRA’S OFFICIAL AUTO PARTS STORE GLENDORA, Calif. (Jan. 18, 2006) -- Checker Schuck’s Kragen (CSK Auto, Inc.) has renewed its sponsorship as the â€&# ... Continue reading
Craig Jackson Ranked a Top Automotive Industry Player by Motor Trend Magazine
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Jan. 18, 2006--Craig Jackson, President and CEO of the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, has been included for the first time in Motor Trend magazine's prestigious Top 50 Power Listing in the automotive industry. Mr. Jackson was the only individual to make the list in the automotive auction and entert ... Continue reading
Tenneco Announces Executive Promotion
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Jan. 18 -- Tenneco announced today that Kenneth R. Trammell, senior vice president and chief financial officer, has been promoted to executive vice president and chief financial officer. The promotion is effective immediately. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051028/CGF002LOGO ) As chief ... Continue reading
STEALTH SENDING THREE CARS TO PHOENIX SILVER CROWN RACE
** This is the second of four releases to be sent out this week talking about the drivers, owners and chassis builders involved in the debut of the new generation Silver Crown Series. The releases are separated by car constructors. This release talks about the Stealth Motorsports competitors. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANU ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--Jan. 18, 2006--Participants completing either the CCC Pathways(R) Estimating Solution New User or Advanced User Training sessions are now eligible to receive up to 14 credits from the Automotive Management Institute (AMI). The relationship between CCC and AMI marks the first time AMI has given credit for train ... Continue reading
--BJ's Gas: WHAT: Select BJ's Gas stations are partnering with Clorox to host low-cost gasoline events today. Motorists can fill up their automobiles with regular-unleaded gas for only 99 cents per gallon during this Discount Gas Day. WHEN: Wednesday, January 18th 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. WHERE: BJ's Gas stations at the ... Continue reading
Dairy Fresh Farms to Launch New Healthy Decadent Ice Cream In North America this Summer
TORONTO--Jan. 18, 2006--Dairy Fresh Farms Inc. (OTC Other: DYFR) www.dairyfresh.ca announced today that it plans to launch its highly awaited "healthy" decadent ice cream for the Summer of 2006, and compete in the $22 billion USD North American ice cream market. According to the company, the preliminary taste tests wer ... Continue reading
Fallbrook Technologies Inc. Secures $9.3 Million in First Close of Private Equity Financing Round
- Consortium of Private Venture Investors to Fund Commercial Development of Breakthrough NuVinci(TM) Continuously Variable Planetary Transmission Technology - SAN DIEGO, Jan. 18 -- Fallbrook Technologies Inc. (Fallbrook), a pioneering technology development and intellectual property licensing company, announced today i ... Continue reading
Goodyear Announces Conversion Period for Convertible Notes
AKRON, Ohio, Jan. 18 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced that its 4.00 percent Convertible Senior Notes due June 15, 2034 are now convertible at the option of the holders and will remain convertible through March 31, 2006, the last day of the current fiscal quarter. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-b ... Continue reading
Searches for The Game, Cyclops Kitten and Smokeless Tobacco, Biggest Gainers Over Past Week The Lycos 50 for Week Ending Jan. 14, 2006 WALTHAM, Mass., Jan. 18 -- Lycos, Inc. (http://www.lycos.com/), a media destination for creators and consumers of quality content, today announced the following information from The Lyc ... Continue reading
Pick Ups Plus Inc. Completes Order From China
CINCINNATI--Jan. 18, 2006--Pick Ups Plus (OTCBB:PUPS) a retail company that specializes in the automotive aftermarket accessory and environmental protection businesses today announced that its Auto Preservation Division has now completed the initial order received for its ValuGard Environmental Protection and Car Care ... Continue reading
Progressive Distributes December Results
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--Jan. 18, 2006--The Progressive Corporation today reported the following results for December and fourth quarter 2005. Year-over-year comparisons are affected by an additional week of operating (underwriting and service) results which were included in December and fourth quarter 2004. (millions, ... Continue reading
LIVONIA, Mich., Jan. 18 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Lucas Industries Limited ("Lucas"), has successfully closed its tender offer and will proceed with its previously announced plan to repurchase all of its outstanding GBP 94.6 million 10.875% bonds due 2020. (Logo: ... Continue reading
AAA Reports Teen Driver Crashes Pose Greatest Threat to Passengers, Other Road Users
MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 18 -- The majority of people killed in teen driver crashes are people other than the teen driver themselves, according to a recent analysis of ten years of crash data by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The new analysis shows that young novice drivers comprise slightly more than one-third of all ... Continue reading
ABRA Auto Body & Glass Promotes Krohn to Senior Vice President of Operations
MINNEAPOLIS--Jan. 18, 2006--ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a national damaged vehicle repair company, announced today the promotion of Scott Krohn to the position of Senior Vice President of Operations. Krohn will manage all collision and glass operations, and will be an integral part of ABRA's strategic planning and executiv ... Continue reading
Bankruptcy Court Confirms Aura's Reorganization Plan
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--Jan. 18, 2006--Aura Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets:AURAQ) announced today that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court has confirmed the Company's reorganization plan with an effective date to be on or before January 31, 2006. The reorganized Company will have approximately 23,000,000 issued and outstanding common sh ... Continue reading
Competitor and Financial Analysis for Ford Europe 2005
DUBLIN, Ireland--Jan. 18, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31044) has announced the addition of Ford Europe 2005 company profile edition 3 to their offering. Ford Europe, headquartered at Cologne, Germany is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, based in Dearborn, Michig ... Continue reading
Heartland Express, Inc. Reports Revenues and Earnings for the Fourth Quarter of 2005
CORALVILLE, Iowa--Jan. 18, 2006--Heartland Express, Inc. announced today financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2005. Operating revenues for the quarter increased 17.3% to $140.1 million from $119.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2004. Net income increased 30.7% to $21.6 million from $16.6 million in th ... Continue reading
Mile Marker International, Inc. Announces Large Commercial Sale
POMPANO BEACH, Fla.--Jan. 18, 2006--Mile Marker International, Inc. (OTCBB:MMRK), a specialty vehicle parts supplier, announced that it will be supplying its unique patented hydraulic winches to an Asian Original Equipment Manufacturer. Mile Marker International, Inc. today announced that it had received orders to supp ... Continue reading
Nationwide offers customers ability to monitor vehicle repairs online
Nationwide offers customers ability to monitor vehicle repairs online Innovative Web site works around customer’s time Columbus, Ohio — Customers can now monitor their damaged vehicle repairs online through Nationwide AutoWatch ─ a cutting edge, Internet-based software tool offered by Nationwide In ... Continue reading
Rockwell Automation to Release Fiscal 2006 First-Quarter Earnings
MILWAUKEE--Jan. 18, 2006--Rockwell Automation, Inc. is scheduled to release its fiscal 2006 first-quarter earnings at 7:30 a.m. EST Jan. 25. The release will be posted on the Rockwell Automation website at www.rockwellautomation.com. A conference call to discuss the quarterly results will be held at 9 a.m. CST (10 a.m. ... Continue reading
Collins & Aikman Focuses on Dual-Track Route to Emergence
Company exploring options for stand-alone entity versus sale or merger of assets TROY, Mich., Jan. 18 -- Frank Macher, President and Chief Executive Officer of Collins & Aikman Corporation (CKCRQ) confirmed that the Company remains on its previously stated dual-track route to emergence from bankruptcy protection that i ... Continue reading
BorgWarner DualTronic(TM) Wet Clutch Technology Makes Its India Debut
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 18 -- BorgWarner's fuel-efficient DualTronic(TM) wet dual-clutch module technology, the popularity of which continues to grow in Europe, is standard on the Skoda Laura. The vehicle was displayed at the 2006 Auto Expo in Delhi this week and is currently being launched in India. The Skoda Laura ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Suffers a Year-on-Year Decrease in Sales of 15.8%
DUBLIN, Ireland--Jan. 18, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31011) has announced the addition of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) 2005 company profile edition 3 to their offering. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, MMC, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, manufactures passenger cars, ligh ... Continue reading
Infiniti Launches Phase II of `Infiniti in Black' Campaign
GARDENA, Calif.--Jan. 18, 2006--On February 9, BET and Infiniti, the luxury division of Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) , will premiere a 30-minute original program entitled, "...In Black" at 9 p.m./8 p.m. central on BET. The show highlights the five artists featured in the "Infiniti in black" campaign discussing the ... Continue reading
Briggs & Stratton Declares Dividend
MILWAUKEE, Jan. 18 -- Briggs & Stratton Corporation : At its regular quarterly meeting held today, the Board of Directors of Briggs & Stratton Corporation declared a quarterly dividend of twenty-two cents ($0.22) per share on the common stock of the Corporation. The dividend is payable April 3, 2006 to shareholders of ... Continue reading
--Two-point-four million dollars! That's what 30 seconds of advertising space goes for on - you guessed it - the Super Bowl. It's a huge audience for an outrageous amount of money, but those who pay it year after year, say it's worth it. Drew Maxwell takes us behind the scenes of a very extravagant Super Bowl commercia ... Continue reading
Laminated Glass Gaining Ground at 2006 North American International Auto Show
Approximately 1.3 million vehicles produced annually with laminated glass DETROIT, Jan. 18 -- More than 40 production and concept vehicles on display at the 2006 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) tout laminated glass in side and rear windows, as well as roof applications, as reported by the Enhanced Protec ... Continue reading
CARLSBAD, Calif.--Jan. 18, 2006--Accelerated Composites, LLC, has designed a two-seat passenger car that will achieve up to 330 MPG and sell for under $20,000. The lightweight composite, hybrid car will post this fuel efficiency in normal city and highway driving and demonstrate acceleration and handling similar to tha ... Continue reading
Interview with Melanie Troxel, the quickest and fastest female driver in NHRA history
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net INTERVIEW WITH MELANIE TROXEL, THE FASTEST AND QUICKEST FEMALE DRIVER IN NHRA HISTORY INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 18, 2006) - Melanie Troxel joined Don Schumacher Racin ... Continue reading
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. to Acquire Business Wire
OMAHA, Neb. & SAN FRANCISCO--Jan. 17, 2006--Berkshire Hathaway announced today a definitive agreement to acquire Business Wire, a privately held company that is a leading global distributor of corporate news, multimedia and regulatory filings. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Business Wire will operate as a ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Plans Malaysian Mercedes Production Facility
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on January 18, 2006 at 12:05 PM CST The Associated Press is reporting today that DaimlerChrysler is planning on opening a Mercedes S-Class production facility in Malaysia, with production expected to start in mid-2007. Both the Mercedes E-Class and C-Class models are already produced in ... Continue reading
Reynolds and Reynolds Announces Super Premium Web Sites
DAYTON, Ohio, Jan. 18 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company today announced Super Premium WebmakerX(R) Web sites, which combine new interactive design elements with the detailed vehicle and dealer information that car buyers need and want. Reynolds Super Premium Web sites offer an array of new functionality and marketin ... Continue reading
Subaru Club Racing Team on a Roll
-- Subaru Scores Its Second 1-2 Finish at Homestead-Miami Speedway -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Jan. 18 -- Following a successful race week at the Sebring International Raceway in Sebring, Florida, the Subaru Club Racing Team posted a second consecutive 1-2 finish at the Homestead-Miami Speedway this weekend. The Subaru Club ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Jan. 18, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c31071) has announced the addition of European Telematics: The Strategic Challenges For Remote Diagnostics in Europe to their offering. This report looks at the challenges and the potential benefits for vehicle manufacturers ... Continue reading
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Jan. 18, 2006--Inside Line, Edmunds.com's free high-speed online magazine for automobile enthusiasts (available at www.insideline.com) announced today that as it celebrates its one-year anniversary, its monthly unique-user audience has reached a remarkable milestone: 3 million people. This surpass ... Continue reading
Audi Expands Use of Delphi Corporation's Battery Disconnect Safety Device for 2006
Recently Introduced Q7 Sport-Utility Vehicle Becomes Second Vehicle to Feature Safety Innovation WARREN, Ohio, Jan. 18 -- Audi's penchant for bringing new vehicles to market with differentiating, leading-edge technology is allowing Delphi Corporation to establish in the industry the more prominent presence of an automo ... Continue reading
Woman Poses Naked on Challanger at Detroit Auto Show
DETROIT January 18, 2006; The AP reported that city officials are trying to figure out how a woman sneaked into the North American International Auto Show after closing time to pose naked atop the new Dodge Challenger. It happened around 2:30 a.m. Monday when only workers and security guards were supposed to be inside ... Continue reading
Polk Presents Tenth Annual Automotive Loyalty Award Winners
Toyota Emerges as New Leader in Overall Make Loyalty SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Jan. 18 -- R. L. Polk & Co., the automotive industry's premier tracker of consumer loyalty among new vehicles presented the 10th Annual Polk Automotive Loyalty Awards yesterday at the 2006 Automotive News World Congress. Toyota won the Overall Make ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--Jan. 18, 2006--The majority of people killed in teen driver crashes are people other than the teen driver themselves, according to a recent analysis of ten years of crash data by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The new analysis shows that young novice drivers comprise slightly more than one-third of ... Continue reading
2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 1500 Review
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: GMC Sierra Crew Cab 1500 4WD SLE1 ENGINE: 6.0-liter V8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 345 hp @ 5200 rpm/380 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 4-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 143.5 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 227.5 x 78.5 x 72.6 in. TIRES: P265/70R17 MAXIMUM PAYLOAD: 1,913 lbs. ECONOM ... Continue reading
Official Details Of Next Generation SL-Class
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on January 18, 2006 at 8:15 AM CST As we told you yesterday, Mercedes-Benz has officially confirmed our previous story that the SL-Class will receive a number of new enhancements for the next model year. Today, DaimlerChrysler has put out a press release detailing the specifics of what e ... Continue reading
GM Daewoo:2006 Car Sales Up More Than 30 Percent
SEOUL January 18, 2006; Cheon Jong-woo writing for Reuters reported that GM Daewoo Automotive & Technology Co., South Korea's third-largest auto maker, aims to increase sales by around a third this year, a senior executive said on Wednesday, as it expands its range of cars to tap into an expected recovery in private sp ... Continue reading
The New Generation of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Stuttgart, Jan 18, 2006; Four years on from its launch, the successful Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has undergone a number of enhancements, the most significant being in the areas of technology, design and interior appointments. The engines, powertrain and chassis have been optimised to deliver a sportier response so that th ... Continue reading
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Jan. 18, 2006--Autoliv, the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, was last week among ten companies to be honored at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit by General Motors for "Outstanding Performance". The award recognizes "a supplier's performance in quality, cost, launch ... Continue reading
HOUSTON--Jan. 18, 2006--Researched by Industrialinfo.com (Industrial Information Resources, Incorporated; Houston, Texas). North American spending for the Industrial Manufacturing Industry almost doubled in 2005, when compared to 2004, and currently, 2006 spending is projected to increase. For details, view the entire ... Continue reading
UpSNAP is a leader in mobile search and XSVoice enables mobile access to live and on-demand streaming audio content including ESPN Radio, Fox News, In Car Audio of NASCAR Drivers and more than 100 music and entertainment channels DAVIDSON, N.C., Jan. 18 -- UpSNAP Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: UPSN.OB), whose search technol ... Continue reading
HUMMER Establishes First Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program
Dealers look to build off the success of GM's Certified Pre-Owned Program DETROIT- For the first time in HUMMER’s history, buyers will have the opportunity to purchase HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned vehicles, the new program will offer the same premium commitment to quality and service as a new vehicle but with a low ... Continue reading
Platinum Equity Acquires Boyd Coddington Wheels
LOS ANGELES--Jan. 17, 2006--Platinum Equity announced today that it has acquired Boyd Coddington specialty wheels from NRG Motorsports, Inc., a manufacturer and international distributor of automotive aftermarket parts and accessories. Platinum also announced an executive appointment involving its flagship company in t ... Continue reading
Cycle Country's Weekend Warrior Products Gain National Exposure Through Auto Parts Retailer Pep Boys
MILFORD, Iowa--Jan. 17, 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 carts, today announced that Pep Boys , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, ... Continue reading
VoiceBox Technologies and Toyota Announce Multiyear Licensing and Development Agreement
SEATTLE--Jan. 17, 2006--VoiceBox(R) Technologies Inc., the innovator in conversational voice applications for systems on the go, today announced that Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc. and VoiceBox Technologies will seek to develop tools to enable search, navigation and retrieval of information for potential, future use in To ... Continue reading
Nationwide Offers Customers Ability to Monitor Vehicle Repairs Online
Innovative Web site works around customer's time COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 17 -- Customers can now monitor their damaged vehicle repairs online through Nationwide AutoWatch -- a cutting edge, Internet-based software tool offered by Nationwide Insurance. AutoWatch is currently being piloted in multiple states and may be roll ... Continue reading
ECD Ovonics Receives $21.4 Million from the Exercise of Warrants
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Jan. 17 -- Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD Ovonics) announced today that it has received $21.4 million from the exercise of warrants. Warrants to purchase 1,337,792 shares of ECD Common Stock at an exercise price of $16.03 per share were exercised by a purchaser of units in the private plac ... Continue reading
Historical Memorabilia On The Market at This Year's `Barrett-Jackson Car Show'
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Jan. 17, 2006--Do you remember where you were when the Beatles were on "The Ed Sullivan Show"? Well now you can own the very same suits Paul, George, John, and Ringo performed in on that special evening in 1964. Those legendary costumes, along with dozens of other historical items will be for sale th ... Continue reading
U.S. Government Awards Scuderi Group $1.2 million to Develop More Fuel Efficient Auto Engine
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass.--Jan. 17, 2006--The Scuderi Group announced today that it has received a $1.2 million in federal funding to further the development of its breakthrough internal combustion engine. Led by U.S. Rep. John W. Olver (D-MA), the grant is part of the Department of Defense (D.O.D.) Appropriations Bill p ... Continue reading
Crown Royal IROC Series Announces 2006 Driver Field
Five-time Series Winner Mark Martin Enters Historic 30th Anniversary Season as Reigning Champion DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Jan. 17 -- Crown Royal International Race of Champions (IROC) officials announced today the driver field and race event schedule for the 2006 Crown Royal IROC Series. The four-race invitational all-star ... Continue reading
Aston Martin previews new DBS coupe
Aston Martin has released a preview sketch of its forthcoming DBS coupe. No further details were released. James Bond will drive the Aston Martin in the franchise’s latest film. Daniel Craig, who will play Bond in “Casino Royale,” recently went to Aston’s headquarters to meet CEO Dr Ulrich Bez, ... Continue reading
- Dodge revives Super Bee nameplate with limited-edition 2007 Dodge Charger SRT8 - New 'TorRed' paint scheme to appear on limited-production 2006 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T, joining Go ManGo! and Top Banana editions AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 17 -- A pair of names familiar to many automotive enthusiasts are again part of ... Continue reading
World's Introduction to a Diesel-Powered Passenger Car
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on January 17, 2006 at 11:45 AM CST Although DaimlerChrysler has failed to put out any life-altering Mercedes info this morning, they have managed to put out a press release detailing the history of the world's first production diesel passenger car. It all began in 1933 when Mercedes beg ... Continue reading
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Jan. 17 -- Crown Royal today kicked off a year of new beginnings as they unveiled a brand new paint scheme and car number for the No. 26 Roush Racing Ford Fusion piloted by new driver Jamie McMurray. The car will feature a purple and white color scheme, with gold striping reminiscent of the stitche ... Continue reading
Sensor Demand To Grow At More Than Double Vehicle Production Rate
BOSTON--Jan. 17, 2006--The new Strategy Analytics study, "Automotive Sensor Demand Forecast 2003 - 2012," indicates that the market for automotive sensors will reach $10.1 billion in 2006, a year-on-year growth of 11 percent. This analysis shows that planned vehicle performance, feature and safety enhancements will dri ... Continue reading
'Back the Track Night' for NASCAR and IRL Fans to Be Held at Tacoma Dome
WHAT: "Back the Track Night" rally for NASCAR and Indy Racing League (IRL) fans to show support for the proposed motorsports facility in Kitsap County. Celebrity drivers from NASCAR and IRL will be on-hand to answer questions from the media and sign autographs and meet the public. Fans will also enjoy exhibits from the ... Continue reading
Drivers Invited to Follow Journey Online and Learn How 'FuelStretch' Driving Principles Can Help Them Get the Most Out of Every Fuel Purchase LONDON, Jan. 17 -- Starting today, John and Helen Taylor will embark on the ultimate road trip around the world in an attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for fuel efficien ... Continue reading
Detroit Diesel Corporation Announces New Director of Marketing
Company significantly strengthens its Marketing, Communication and Sales support efforts DETROIT, Jan. 17 -- Detroit Diesel Corporation (DDC) today announced the appointment of Gregory Stohler as Director of Marketing for the company, as well as a restructuring of the Marketing Department in an effort to strengthen the ... Continue reading
Details Emerge On Mercedes SL Facelift
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on January 17, 2006 at 3:15 PM CST A long time ago in a land far, far away, we brought you rumors of the Mercedes SL-Class receiving a slight facelift to coincide with the release of the newest lineup of Mercedes models. Our friends over at Autoblog.nl came across another similar article ... Continue reading
Cummins Introduces 2007 ISL; Lightest Weight of Any Engine in Its Class - With 365 hp Peak Power
LAS VEGAS--Jan. 17, 2006--Cummins Inc. announced today during World of Concrete 2006 that the 2007 ISL delivers increased performance and fuel efficiency for vocational customers. The 2007 ISL combines the lightest weight of any engine in its class and the highest power-to-weight ratio, with a peak horsepower of 365 hp ... Continue reading
Lexus Reveals All-New ES Luxury Sedan at Chicago Auto Show
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 17 -- Lexus will stage the world premiere of its all-new 2007 ES luxury sedan at a press conference during the Chicago Auto Show on Wednesday, February 8, 2006. Arriving late this spring, the fifth-generation Lexus ES will set impressive new standards in design, styling, engineering, safety and p ... Continue reading
Tenneco Elects Mitsunobu Takeuchi to Board of Directors
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Jan. 17 -- Tenneco today announced the election of Mitsunobu (Tony) Takeuchi to the company's board of directors, expanding the board to 11 members. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051028/CGF002LOGO ) "We are very pleased to add Mr. Takeuchi to our board with his wealth of international ... Continue reading
Barrett-Jackson East Coast's Greatest Collector Car Auction
PALM BEACH, Fla.--Jan. 17, 2006--Spectacular cars and sizzling celebrities will once again take center stage at the South Florida Expo Center as the Fourth Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event rolls into West Palm Beach from March 29 - April 1, 2006. The world-famous event will kick off on Wednesday, March 29, wi ... Continue reading
The 40th Annual Detroit Camper & RV Show is Coming to the Rock Financial Showplace
DETROIT, Jan. 17 -- The Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC) is sponsoring the 40th Annual Detroit Camper & RV Show, February 15-19, 2006, at the new Rock Financial Showplace in Novi, Mich. New, year 2006 recreation vehicles will be on display including folding campers, motor homes, trav ... Continue reading
All-New Second-Generation Toyota Tundra to Make World Debut at 2006 Chicago Auto Show
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 17 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. will stage the world premiere of the all-new 2007 Tundra full-size pickup truck at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show. The Toyota Tundra was first introduced in 1999 as a 2000 model. Since then, it has won numerous awards and has been recognized for its value, ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Reports Third-Quarter 2005 Results
TOLEDO, Ohio, Jan. 17 -- Dana Corporation today reported financial results for both the quarter and nine months ended Sept. 30, 2005, and announced that it will file its Form 10-Q for the third quarter of 2005 later today. The filing and delivery of this report will eliminate any defaults related to late filing of the ... Continue reading
Marubeni Expands Automotive Operations in UK
Tokyo (JCN) Jan 17, 2006 - Marubeni Auto Investment (UK) Limited (MAI) on January 16 acquired car dealer outlets in South Manchester. MAI's group company RRG Group Limited (RRG, located in Manchester) acquired the assets of 3 Toyota, 1 Lexus and 1 Mazda outlets from Smith Knight Fay Limited, a group company of European ... Continue reading
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