AAA Reports Future Gas Prices Dependent on Path of Hurricane Wilma
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 18 -- The nationwide average price for self-serve regular gasoline has dropped 9 cents per gallon since the middle of September, but still is about 74 cents higher than one year ago. "In early September, pump prices soared in the wake of the destruction to refineries, drilling platforms and pipelines ... Continue reading
AAA Reports National Average Gas Prices Falling Since Last Month
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 18 -- The nationwide average price for self-serve regular gasoline has dropped 9 cents per gallon since the middle of September, but still is about 74 cents higher than one year ago. "In early September, pump prices soared in the wake of the destruction to refineries, drilling platforms and pipelines ... Continue reading
Cendant's Board of Directors Approves Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.11 Per Common Share
NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Cendant Corporation today announced that its board of directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per common share, payable December 13, 2005 to stockholders of record as of November 21, 2005. About Cendant Corporation Cendant Corporation is primarily a provider of travel and resi ... Continue reading
Chris Theodore Joins ASC Incorporated
* Veteran Industry Leader Brings Total-Vehicle Expertise, Both at OEM and Coachbuilder Levels * The 'Engineer's Engineer' SOUTHGATE, Mich., Oct. 18 -- ASC Incorporated, a full-service specialty-vehicle development partner for automotive manufacturers, today announced that auto-industry veteran Chris P. Theodore has joi ... Continue reading
Coachmen's Third Quarter Conference Call on the Internet
ELKHART, Ind., Oct. 18 -- Coachmen Industries, Inc. will release its 2005 third quarter financial results after the close of trading on Monday, October 24, 2005. The Company will also hold a conference call and real-time webcast to discuss the third quarter results and outlook on Tuesday, October 25, 2005. The live bro ... Continue reading
Collins & Aikman Plans to Close Westland, Michigan Manufacturing Facility
TROY, Mich., Oct. 18 -- Collins & Aikman Corporation (CKCRQ) announced today its intention to close its Westland, Michigan manufacturing facility during the first quarter of 2006. The Westland facility currently has approximately 250 employees who manufacture interior products, which include injection molded hard trim ... Continue reading
Dodge Unleashes Charger Model Box Build in San Francisco
* Life-size, working all-new 2006 Dodge Charger model to be pieced together in less than seven minutes SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 18 -- With the speed and precision of a NASCAR pit crew, the all-new 2006 Dodge Charger will be built from a box full of parts before the eyes of passersby. The Dodge Charger "Model Box Build," whi ... Continue reading
Flextronics Announces Changes to Board of Directors
SINGAPORE, Oct. 18 -- Flextronics , a global leading Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider, today announced that it has made changes to its Board of Directors. Joining the Board are Michael McNamara, current Chief Operating Officer of Flextronics and incoming Chief Executive Officer effective January 2006, ... Continue reading
MSEP Takes Delivery of GS610 Brake Fluid and Receives Its First Purchase Order
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Oct. 18, 2005--MotorSports Emporium Inc. (OTCBB: MSEP) a fast-track motor sports company specializing in die-cast collectable cars, automotive and racing art, original racing memorabilia and exclusive product licensing through GS610 Maximum Performance Brake Fluid, takes full delivery of its brake fl ... Continue reading
Powers Extends Relationship with 84 Lumber
News From David Powers Motorsports Valvoline / Mac Tools / DavidPowersHomes.com For HI-Res Images or Additional Information, Contact: Hillary Burke (832) 252-8770 or (713) 539-1533 E-mail: hburke@DavidPowersMotorsports.com Powers Extends Relationship with 84 Lumber for another Race HOUSTON 10/18/05 ‑ After a big ... Continue reading
SAN ANTONIO--Oct. 18, 2005--Rush Enterprises, Inc. (Listed on NASDAQ(R): RUSHA & RUSHB), which operates the largest network of heavy-duty and medium-duty truck dealerships in North America and a John Deere construction equipment dealership in Houston, Texas, today announced results for the third quarter ended September ... Continue reading
Terry Borcheller - Laguna Seca race
season finale Terry Borcheller had a disappointing finish to the 2005 American Le Mans Series, after a record performance earlier in the week. The Gainesville, Ga., driver teamed with Johnny Mowlem of London, England, in a Saleen S7R for the final race of the season, at Laguna Seca Raceway in Monterey, Calif. Borchelle ... Continue reading
TULSA, Okla., Oct. 18 -- Thrifty Car Rental, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. , today announced it would begin offering GPS-enabled (Global Positioning System) navigation via an optimized Garmin StreetPilot c330 at 138 popular locations in the U.S. and Canada effective October 18, 2005. (Logo: http ... Continue reading
Teradyne Announces Third Quarter Results
BOSTON--Oct. 18, 2005--Teradyne, Inc. reported sales of $386.7 million in the third quarter, up 21% compared to the second quarter, and an 11% sequential increase in orders to $387.9 million. The company had a net loss in the third quarter of $35.4 million or $0.18 per share. This loss included $52.8 million or $0.27 p ... Continue reading
Auto Club: Falling Demand Sends Gasoline Prices Lower
LOS ANGELES--Oct. 18, 2005--The average price of a gallon of gasoline in Southern California fell by almost 9 cents per gallon in the past month as motorists reduced driving after paying pump prices that topped $3 per gallon in September, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California monthly Fuel Gauge Report ... Continue reading
Self-Screening Driving Ability Tool for Seniors Opens Door to Reducing Crash Risks
IRVING, Texas--Oct. 18, 2005--A new survey by AAA finds that while many older medical patients willingly talk with their health care professionals about the most sensitive details of their health, seniors rarely discuss one crucial aspect of well-being with their medical providers: their ability to drive safely. The on ... Continue reading
Americans See Japanese Automakers More Committed Than American Counterparts in the Hybrid Race
More Consumers Seriously Consider Hybrids - Paradigm Shift? ORADELL, N.J., Oct. 18 -- A large share of Americans see Toyota (41%) and Honda (40%) as being committed to making hybrid vehicles as widely used as their gasoline counterparts. Ford (14%), General Motors (13%) and Chrysler (8%) were viewed much less positivel ... Continue reading
AAA Provides Tips on Choosing an Auto Repair Facility
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 18 -- In recognition of its annual October Car Care Month, AAA urges motorists to be aware of their automobiles' maintenance schedule and develop a trusting, long-term relationship with a reputable repair facility. "Auto repairs complaints usually involve the "Four Cs" -- lack of communication, inadeq ... Continue reading
HOMEWOOD, Ill.--Oct. 18, 2005--ADS Logistics, LLC (ADS), the national provider of integrated logistics services to the metals industry, announced today another successful implementation of LoMaS(R), ADS' supply chain management system. LoMaS(R) will be the engine for inventory management and EDI communications at the M ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Announces the Expansion of Its Colfor Manufacturing - Minerva facility
DETROIT, Oct. 18 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced that the Minerva, Ohio facility of its Colfor Manufacturing, Inc. subsidiary is nearing completion. The more than $60 million investment in building expansion, machinery and equipment will create ... Continue reading
American Racing Capital Closes Agreement
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C.--Oct. 18, 2005--American Racing Capital, Inc. (Pink Sheets: ARGC) announced today that it closed a Share Exchange Agreement with American Racing Capital a holding company comprised of Fast One, Inc. and Davy Jones Motorsports. The Company had previously changed its own name to American Racing Capital ... Continue reading
Amerigon Announces Third Quarter and Nine-Month Results Release and Conference Call Date
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 18 -- Amerigon Incorporated today announced plans to release its third quarter and nine- month results on Wednesday, October 26, 2005, at 7:30 a.m. (Eastern), and to host a conference call at 11:30 a.m. (Eastern) that same day. Conference Call Toll free dial-in number: 1-800-253-6872 International ... Continue reading
ATV Safety Institute Hosting ATV Rider Training Events for Media in North Carolina
IRVINE, Calif.--Oct. 18, 2005--On Aug. 18, 2005, North Carolina Gov. Michael F. Easley signed the landmark ATV safety bill, SB 189, which was sponsored by Senator William R. Purcell. This new law takes effect on Dec. ... Continue reading
Chrysler Financial Promotes Business Development in Mexicantown
Employees Volunteer to Brighten Neighborhoods in Southwest Detroit FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 18 -- Chrysler Financial, a business unit of DaimlerChrysler Services, today joined area residents in Southwest Detroit for a community clean-up. Chrysler Financial has partnered with Mexicantown Community Development Corpo ... Continue reading
Chrysler Financial Promotes Business Development in Mexicantown
Employees Volunteer to Brighten Neighborhoods in Southwest Detroit WHAT: Chrysler Financial has partnered with Mexicantown Community Development Corporation (MCDC) and Latin Americans for Social and Economic Development (LA SED) to help promote a healthy cultural district through physical improvements and maintenance. ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Withdraws Third Quarter Guidance
FINDLAY, Ohio, Oct. 18 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company today withdrew its guidance for expected earnings in the third quarter of 2005. The Company cited various market and company specific factors that changed materially from management's assumptions at the time the guidance was issued on August 2, 2005. These factors ... Continue reading
Design for Six Sigma 2006: Excelling in Product and Process Development
MEMPHIS, Tenn.--Oct. 18, 2005--Design for Six Sigma 2006 will take attendees on the next step of their DFSS journey. Attendees will have the opportunity to build upon their already acquired knowledge and continue to reap the benefits of implementing a defect free process. It is recognized that the later the defects are ... Continue reading
TULSA, Okla., Oct. 18 -- Dollar Rent A Car, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. , today announced it would begin offering GPS-enabled (Global Positioning System) navigation via the Garmin StreetPilot c330 at 149 popular locations in the U.S. and Canada effective October 18, 2005. (Logo: http://www.new ... Continue reading
Ener1 Battery Subsidiary Expands New Management Team
EnerDel CEO Ulrik Grape Announces CFO, CTO, VP Operations and General Counsel for Ener1 Lithium-ion Battery Subsidiary FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 18 -- Ener1, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: ENEI) lithium battery subsidiary, EnerDel, Inc., announced today the appointment of four key executives to the company's senior management ... Continue reading
Fitch Expects to Rate Honda Auto Receivables 2005-5 Owner Trust 'F1+/AAA'
NEW YORK--Oct. 18, 2005--Fitch Ratings expects to rate the Honda Auto Receivables 2005-5 Owner Trust receivables-backed class A notes as follows: -- $374,000,000 4.22063% class A-1 asset-backed notes 'F1+'; -- $300,000,000 4.54% class A-2 asset-backed notes 'AAA'; -- $550,000,000 4.61% class A-3 asset-backed notes 'AAA ... Continue reading
MUNICH, Germany--Oct. 18, 2005--Freescale Semiconductor and Flextronics Software Systems (FSS), formerly Hughes Software Systems, have collaborated to develop a robust enterprise security router solution. This advanced IPSec-VPN-based router solution is powered by Freescale's MPC8555E PowerQUICC(TM) III integrated comm ... Continue reading
MUNICH, Germany--Oct. 18, 2005--Freescale Semiconductor continues to meet increasing demand for Local Interconnect Network (LIN) enabled products with advanced intelligent distributed control (IDC) devices. Freescale's MM908E621/22/26 system-in-package (SiP) devices combine the LIN physical layer with high-performance ... Continue reading
Goodyear Announces Conversion Period for Convertible Notes
AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 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 December 31, 2005, the last day of the current fiscal quarter. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cg ... Continue reading
STEVENS, Pa.--Oct. 18, 2005--In a new study of the $36 billion stationery goods market, including greeting cards, social stationery, gift wrap and partyware, paper crafting and other stationery, Unity Marketing found the most dynamic change in the market is a generational shift from older consumers to younger. Traditio ... Continue reading
ISSYS & KEM Sign Partnership Contract for ISSYS' Micro Density Meter Products & Develop DMFC Sensors
YPSILANTI, Mich.--Oct. 18, 2005--Integrated Sensing Systems, Inc. (ISSYS) in Ypsilanti, Michigan, announced that it has signed a partnership contract for ISSYS' Micro Density Meter products with KEM - Kyoto Electronics Manufacturing Company, of Kyoto, Japan, http://www.kyoto-kem.com/top.html. The ISSYS Micro Density Me ... Continue reading
RACINE, Wis.--Oct. 18, 2005--Modine Manufacturing Company , a worldwide leader in applied thermal management, announced today that its Lead Director Gary Neale, along with the Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer will ring The Closing Bell(SM) at The New York Stock Exchange today at 4 ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ(R) Maps to Power HP iPAQ hw6500 Mobile Messenger Navigation System
CHICAGO, Oct. 18 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital map data for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, today announced that its expansive digital map data for North America will be available in the new HP iPAQ hw6500 series Mobile Messenger. With NAVTEQ premium data 'giving it direction', HP's ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--Oct. 18, 2005--A new survey by AAA finds that while many older medical patients willingly talk with their healthcare professionals about the most sensitive details of their health, seniors rarely discuss one crucial aspect of well-being with their medical providers: their ability to drive safely. The onlin ... Continue reading
O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. Announces 2005 Third Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.--Oct. 18, 2005--O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (the "Company") announced the release date for third quarter 2005 earnings as Tuesday, October 25, 2005, with a conference call to follow Wednesday, October 26, 2005. The Company's third quarter 2005 earnings will be released after 5:30 p.m. central time on Tue ... Continue reading
HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 18 -- Citizens for Pennsylvania's Future (PennFuture) today praised the Pennsylvania Environmental Quality Board (EQB) for voting to allow the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to move forward with regulations requiring cars sold in the Commonwealth to meet more protective pollution sta ... Continue reading
NEEDHAM, Mass.--Oct. 18, 2005--PTC , the Product Development Company(TM), today announced that Mitsubishi Motor Sports (MMSP), a key player in FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), has achieved significant benefits by standardizing on PTC's Pro/ENGINEER) and Pro/INTRALINK(R) solutions for the complete development of the ... Continue reading
Reynolds and Reynolds Wins Second Consecutive U.S. Distance Learning Association Award
Award comes amidst Reynolds University Online's one-year anniversary celebration DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 18 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company , a leading provider of software and services to the automotive retailing industry, received a 21st Century Best Practices Award for Distance Learning from the U.S. Distance Learni ... Continue reading
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J.--Oct. 18, 2005--Scalable Network Technologies, Inc. (SNT) today announced the official release of QualNet Version 3.9 at the MILCOM trade show. The latest version of the company's network simulation software has usability improvements as well as new models and licensing options. "With today's launch ... Continue reading
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass.--Oct. 18, 2005-- Scuderi's Split-Cycle Engine Expected to Increase Gas Mileage, Improve Fuel Efficiency by 24-28 Percent, Emit 80 Percent Less Toxins The Scuderi Group today announced that the company has reached a number of major milestones in its efforts to develop a breakthrough internal comb ... Continue reading
Solutia Introduces New Vydyne(R) Impact-Modified Product Line
ST. LOUIS, Oct. 18 -- Solutia Inc.'s (BULLETIN BOARD: SOLUQ) Vydyne nylon resin group today announced the commercialization of its new nylon 66 impact-modified product line. This new product line, the 50 Series, provides superior performance in the following areas: -- Excellent impact resistance, based on the latest te ... Continue reading
SPEED World Challenge Champions, Award Winners Honored
For Immediate Release SPEED World Challenge Champions, Award Winners Honored MONTEREY, Calif. (Oct. 18, 2005) - SCCA Pro Racing and the SPEED World Challenge community honored their own Sunday night in the annual awards celebration held at the Monterey Marriott. The evening, hosted by series announcer Tom Hnatiw and SP ... Continue reading
BOSTON--Oct. 18, 2005--Road traffic and navigation suppliers are now consolidating around unified broadcast platforms for the delivery of road traffic information (RTI) services to consumers. This will result in lower costs and a wider range of dynamic navigation products and multi-featured devices that can incorporate ... Continue reading
VAN NUYS, Calif.--Oct. 18, 2005--Superior Industries International, Inc. plans to release financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2005 at approximately 8:00 a.m. EDT on Thursday, October 27, 2005. Superior has scheduled a conference call at 1:00 p.m. EDT that day to discuss its results for the quart ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Oct. 18, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c26060) has announced the addition of Gentex Profile 2005 1st Edition to their offering Gentex Corporation, headquartered at Zeeland, Michigan (US), is involved in the design, development and manufacture of electro-optical p ... Continue reading
The National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA) Recognizes First CVLA Certification
PHILADELPHIA--Oct. 18, 2005--The National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA) recently recognized the first Certified Vehicle Leasing Administrator (CVLA) Certification, at a recent Capital Area Chapter meeting in Baltimore, MD. Jan Duffy, of Jefferson Leasing, was presented with her CVLA professional designation plaque ... Continue reading
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.--Oct. 18, 2005--AIMS, a leading provider of manufacturing lifecycle management solutions, today announced that Thomas Built Buses Inc. has selected AIMS MLM solution set for its production-driven quality operations at its C2 Bus Manufacturing Facility, the most technologically advanced comm ... Continue reading
Webcast Alert TIME CHANGE: Gentex Announces 3rd Quarter 2005 Earnings Conference Call Webcast
ZEELAND, Mich., Oct. 18 -- Gentex Corporation announces the following Webcast: What: Gentex Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call When: October 19, 2005 @ 9:30 a.m. Eastern Where: http://www.gentex.com/ How: Live over the Internet -- Simply log on to the web at the address above. Contact: Lisa Richlich, Investor Relat ... Continue reading
SANTA ROSA, Calif.--Oct. 18, 2005--Transportation pioneer ZAP (PCX:ZP) announced today that it has named Max Scheder-Bieschin as Executive Vice President to assist in the development of the Company's long-term strategic business plan targeting growth opportunities in the automotive industry. Max Scheder-Bieschin is a s ... Continue reading
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 18, 2005 at 9:15 AM CST Imagine for a moment that you are the world famous Crocodile Hunter; you know, the crazy Australian bloke that dangled his unsuspecting child in front of the jaws of a thirteen foot reptile. So anyways, imagine you're the Croc Hunter, and you're travers ... Continue reading
Ferrari and Alcoa Announce Strategic Partnership to Develop Advanced Spaceframe Technology
MARANELLO, Italy--Oct. 18, 2005--Ferrari and Alcoa announced today the formation of a long-term strategic partnership focused on creating advanced aluminum spaceframe technology for future generations of Ferrari vehicles. At the same time, Alcoa announced that it will open a new, larger spaceframe manufacturing facilit ... Continue reading
ORLANDO, Fla.--Oct. 18, 2005--AAA projects that by 2020, there will be more than 40 million licensed senior motorists on the road. As more seniors continue to drive steadily into the golden years, AAA would like to help simplify their life somewhat with some valuable advice on the care of their vehicle. Auto repairs ca ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Oct. 18, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c25893) has announced the addition of Interiors 2005ed to their offering In this third edition report, we extend the analysis to provide market value forecasts by product segment for seat systems, door panels, flooring and a ... Continue reading
DDOT to Bring Car Sharing to Washington, DC
New Curbside Program to Provide DC Residents with Unparalleled Access to Nearly 200 Zipcars in Eight Wards WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Zipcar, consistently recognized for offering the nation's leading car sharing experience, today announced that the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is bringing a cost-effective a ... Continue reading
* Family of five -- covered in mud -- highlight 'Jeep Lifestyle' and 4x4 Trail Rated capability of the seven-passenger 2006 Jeep Commander * Virtual Geo-caching Adventures, powered by Google Maps, give consumers a chance to win 2006 Jeep Commander and other prizes AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 18 -- The Jeep(R) brand annou ... Continue reading
AAA Recommends Motorists Carefully Choose Auto Repair Facilities
BURNSVILLE, Minn., Oct. 18 -- In recognition of its annual October Car Care Month, AAA urges motorists to be aware of their automobiles' maintenance schedule and develop a trusting, long-term relationship with a reputable repair facility. "Auto repairs complaints usually involve the "Four Cs" - lack of communication, i ... Continue reading
DuPont Launches New Capacity for Safety Glass Interlayers
Company Responds to Growing Global Demand for Impact-Resistant Glass WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 18 -- DuPont today announced that new production capabilities for its safety glass interlayers are now operational. The facilities expansions were put in place in response to strong global demand growth for impact-resistant glas ... Continue reading
DIRECTV Inks Deal With NASCAR as Corporate Sponsor
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. & NEW YORK--Oct. 18, 2005--Capitalizing on NASCAR's proven ability to drive customer acquisition and retention strategies, DIRECTV has signed a corporate sponsorship agreement with NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) that will give the nation's leading digital television service e ... Continue reading
NADAguides.com and Experian Automotive Renew Partnership
Vehicle History Report Agreement Extended Two Years COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 18 -- Executives from NADAguides.com, a leading vehicle information Web site, and Experian(R), the global leader in providing value-added information solutions, today announced they have renewed their mutual contract and have extended their pa ... Continue reading
NY Auto Dealers to Open $25m Training Center in NYC
State-of-the Art Facility will Provide Training for New and Existing Automotive Employees NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Helping to open the doors of the retail automotive industry to a new generation of tech-savvy, highly trained employees, the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association (GNYADA) will formally unveil its br ... Continue reading
Scuderi Group Reaches Major Milestones In Development of New Internal Combustion Engine
Leading Research Lab Verifies Design, US Government Earmarks $2 Million Grant Scuderi’s Split-Cycle Engine Expected to Increase Gas Mileage, Improve Fuel Efficiency by 24- 28 Percent, Emit 80 Percent Less Toxins WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Oct. 18, 2005 –The Scuderi Group today announced that the compan ... Continue reading
Could GM, UAW Deal Change Landscape? Ford, Daimler to Also Seek Concessions
Washington DC October 18, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that yesterday’s deal reached between General Motors and the United Auto Workers union to cut GM’s ballooning health care tab by $1 billion could set the stage for similar deals with Detroit automakers, DaimlerChrysler and Ford, reports The Detro ... Continue reading
Greenspan Frowns on Energy Supply While Gas Prices Drop Again
Washington DC October 18, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that before an audience in Tokyo yesterday, Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan said that the “balance of world energy supply and demand has become so fragile that weather, sabotage or local conflicts could have a significant impact on economic gro ... Continue reading
Social Networking Sites to Offer Advertisers Branded Communities
Auto Manufacturer Scion First Advertiser to Sign-On for Innovative Online Branding Campaign SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 18 -- Tribe.net, a free online destination where local people connect with each other about shared interests, announced today it is offering branded communities, which enable advertisers to harness the power ... Continue reading
Kenneth C. Johnsen Appointed to the Board of Directors of Amerityre Corporation
BOULDER CITY, Nev., Oct. 18 -- Amerityre Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: AMTY) announced today that Kenneth C. Johnsen was appointed to serve as a member of its Board of Directors on October 12, 2004. According to Richard A. Steinke, Chairman of Amerityre's Board of Directors, "The appointment of Ken Johnsen to the board ... Continue reading
Monro Muffler Brake Record Second Quarter 2005
~ Second Quarter Net Income Increases 16% ~ ~ Second Quarter Sales Increase 8% ~ ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 18 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. a leading provider of automotive undercar repair and tire services, today announced record financial results for the second quarter and six months ended September 24, 2005. Second quart ... Continue reading
Mercury Milan "Random Acts" Promotion
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 18 -- A cup of coffee. A delicious snack to share while sitting at a bar with friends. A hair cut that makes all the difference. These are life's small pleasures and, often, necessities. ... Continue reading
Paint Your Wagons To Reduce Insurance Costs
HAMPTON HILL, England, October 18 -- - Reduce Your Van Insurance Premium With Van Livery Did you think van livery was too expensive? Think again, says QuoteAVan.co.uk, as it could pay for itself in insurance savings. The thinking behind this is that a branded van is less appealing to thieves, easier to identify in case ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Issues Sustainability Report
* Ford has changed the name of its Corporate Citizenship Report to Sustainability Report to better reflect its emphasis on the business case for its approach to environmental and social issues. It is tightly focused on the company's most material issues, and on Ford's overall vision, strategy, challenges and opportunit ... Continue reading
China Long March Classic Car Rally 2006 - 24th September - 22nd October 2006
Long March Classic Car Rally Header* * * Press Release* *China Long March Classic Car Rally 2006* *Beijing, October 18th, 2005 - *On September 24^th 2006 the most ambitious classic car rally event of the year will be flagged off from Rui Jin in Southern China's Jiangxi province. The first ever China Long March Classic ... Continue reading
Genuine Parts Record Sales and Earnings for Third Quarter 2005
ATLANTA--Oct. 18, 2005--Genuine Parts Company reported record sales and earnings for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2005. Tom Gallagher, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, announced today that sales totaling $2.6 billion were up 9% compared to the third quarter of 2004. Net income w ... Continue reading
GM’s Partnerships with Isuzu, Suzuki Remain Strong
Washingto DC October 18, 2005; Isuzu and Suzuki’s partnerships with General Motors remain sturdy despite GM’s recent decision to part ways with Subaru carmaker Fuji Heavy Industries, reports AP. GM’s VP of research and development Larry Burns attributed its continued relationship with the two Japanese ... Continue reading
GM Reports Third-Quarter Financial Results
DETROIT – General Motors Corp. today reported a loss of $1.1 billion, or $1.92 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2005, excluding special items and a tax-rate adjustment. These results compare with net income of $315 million, or $0.56 per share, in the third quarter of 2004. Revenue rose more than 5 perce ... Continue reading
Subaru Becomes the Official Vehicle for the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp.
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, Colo., Oct. 17 -- Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation today announced a new, two-year partnership with Subaru of America, making Subaru the official vehicle for the ski area. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050404/PHSUBARULOGO ) "We are delighted to partner with one of the world's premier ... Continue reading
Rocketsports Racing Australia Preview
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Heather Haupt ▪ cell: (517) 927-8472 ▪ e-mail: heatherh@rocketsportsracing.com Rocketsports Racing Australia Notes and Quotes: ROCKETSPORTS RACING HEADS DOWN UNDER WITH NEW DRIVER MCDOWELL AND LOOKS TO CLINCH ROOKIE-OF-THE-YEAR TITLE WITH GLOCK East Lansing, Mich. (October XX, ... Continue reading
Kia Goes Live with i2's Service Parts Solution
DALLAS--Oct. 17, 2005--i2 Technologies, Inc. , today announced that Kia Motors America (KMA), the U.S. sales, marketing and service arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea, has gone live with i2's service parts solution. KMA recently implemented i2 Demand Manager to assist in forecasting demand for ea ... Continue reading
Tokyo Motor Show Previews and Show Floor Coverage
DETROIT, Oct. 17 -- Honda's got a car for your dog. Mitusbishi's got an all-new Outlander. Mercedes is lifting the covers on its hydrogen-powered HYgenious, while Nissan reveals its new sports car; Toyota's got an array of concepts and production vehicles, and even Chrysler weighs in with its Asian-influenced Akino. Th ... Continue reading
SCOTT LOOKS TO DEFEND USAC CAROLINA/VIRGINIA FOCUS CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY AT SHENANDOAH
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 17, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 05-321 SCOTT LOOKS TO DEFEND USAC CAROLINA/VIRGINIA FOCUS CHAMPIONSHIP SATURDAY AT SHENANDOAH INDIANAPOLIS – The stage is set for reigning USAC Carolina/Virginia Ford Focus Midget Car Series champion Chase Scott of Concord, N.C. to success ... Continue reading
NATIONAL SPRINT POINT RACE HEADS WEST "RICH VOGLER CLASSIC" IS DARLAND'S 1ST AT WINCHESTER
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 17, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-320 The battle for the 2005 Valvoline USAC National Sprint Car Championship heads west for back-to-back tripleheader weekends at Perris, Calif. and Phoenix, Ariz. The "Budweiser Oval Nationals" are slated at the Perris Auto Speedway Nov. 3-5 ... Continue reading
FLOCK'S LEAD DOWN TO 31 AS RODELA TAKES VENTURA WESTERN MIDGETS AT TUCSON
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 17, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-319 OCTOBER 29 Robby Flock of Murrieta, Calif. saw his series point lead sliced to just 31 points Saturday night at Ventura (Calif.) Raceway but he'll have an opportunity to increase it Oct. 29 when the series returns to USA Race Park in Tucs ... Continue reading
FINAL TUNEUP FOR PERRIS "NATIONALS" THIS SATURDAY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 17, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-318 This Saturday night's race at the Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway will serve as a final tuneup for Valvoline USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series participants prior to the Nov. 3-5 "Budweiser Oval Nationals" at the 1/2-mile dirt track. Damion Gardner ... Continue reading
Is A New Mercedes SL Coming? Part II
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on October 17, 2005 at 10:43 AM CST A few days ago, we published a story about rumors of a redesigned SL debuting as early as 2006. Over the weekend, we received an email from our good friend Vincent over at Autoblog.nl that adds further fuel to new SL fire. It turns out, Autoblog.nl rep ... Continue reading
TRD Supercharger Now Available for Scion tC Sports Coupe
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 17 -- Toyota Racing Development (TRD) and Scion announced today that a TRD supercharger for the Scion tC sports coupe will be available through dealerships beginning today. The TRD supercharger will help the stock tC's 160-horsepower engine put out up to 200 horsepower and increase maximum torque ... Continue reading
Motorcycle and Scooter Sales Soar to 13th Straight Year of Growth
IRVINE, Calif.--Oct. 17, 2005--Motorcycle and scooter sales jumped even higher this summer sales season than during a strong 2004, further demonstrating America's growing passion for two-wheeling. Among 12 of the leading brands, according to Motorcycle Industry Council statistics, sales of on-highway models for the thi ... Continue reading
Advanced Battery Pioneer Joins Firefly Energy Team
PEORIA, Ill.--Oct. 17, 2005--Firefly Energy Inc., formed to create the next generation of lead acid battery technology based on a material sciences innovation discovered by Caterpillar Inc. , today announced Dr. Robert Nelson, an industry expert in valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) battery product development, is moving ... Continue reading
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.--Oct. 17, 2005--Sprint Nextel , in partnership with the Florida Highway Patrol and the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), today announced the national kickoff of "Focus on Driving," a new drivers education program created by Sprint Nextel to educate teen drivers about the imp ... Continue reading
RICHMOND, Va.--Oct. 17, 2005--Sprint Nextel , in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), today announced that Virginia high schools are among the first in the nation to participate in "Focus on Driving," a new drivers education program created by Sprint Nextel to educate teen d ... Continue reading
Michael Craig New Detroit Account Manager of Dow Jones Online
NEW YORK--Oct. 17, 2005--Dow Jones & Company today announced that Michael Craig, 39, has been appointed Detroit account manager of Dow Jones Online, which includes The Wall Street Journal Online, MarketWatch, Barron's Online and the Company's free, Journal-branded Web sites*. He will report to Brian Quinn, director of ... Continue reading
Cummins Power Generation Announces Price Increase on New Tier 2 Products
FRIDLEY, Minn.--Oct. 17, 2005--Cummins Power Generation, a division of Cummins Inc. , announces an average price increase of 18 percent on 750 kilowatt to 2000 kilowatt diesel generator sets transitioning from Tier 1 to Tier 2 levels of EPA non-road emissions regulations effective Jan. 1, 2006. Price increases will ran ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Previews F600 HYGENIUS Concept
Fuel Cell - Powered Concept Car to Debut at Tokyo Motor Show MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 17 -- The Mercedes-Benz F600 HYGENIUS concept car will debut at the Tokyo Motor Show next week and is the latest in a long line of research vehicles from the Stuttgart-based manufacturer brimming with innovative features. The concept is p ... Continue reading
Sony's New Car Audio Receivers
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 17 -- Just in time for the holiday season, Sony Electronics today announced two Xplod(R) in-dash CD receivers with a bold design and an auxiliary input on the faceplate. The new CDX-GT100 CD and CDX-GT200 CD/MP3 receivers make it possible to use portable music players in a vehicle with a standard 1/8" m ... Continue reading
Fleetwood RV Introduces Enhanced AX6 Fifth Wheel Product Line
Innovative New Interior Decors and Upgraded Graphics Offer Customers More Selection RIVERSIDE, Calif., Oct. 17 -- Fleetwood RV, a leading manufacturer of recreational vehicles, today announced its AX6 premium fifth-wheel product line with the 2006 Prowler Regal AX6, Wilderness Advantage AX6 and Terry Quantum AX6 models ... Continue reading
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