Shanghai auto parts show attracts renowned foreign firms
SHANGHAI, Nov. 19, 2005; (Xinhuanet) -- More than 200 Chinese and overseas suppliers will attend Shanghai international exhibition for auto parts and accessories scheduled for Dec.6-9. Among them are auto parts giants such as Bosch, GE, Dupont and Goodyear. And France, the Republic of Korea, Singapore, Japan, aswell as ... Continue reading
Automakers Look to Improve Fuel Economy Through Aerodynamics
, AP Auto Writer WARREN, Mich. November 18, 2005; Dee-Ann Durbin writing for the AP reported that with higher prices at the pump hurting sport utility vehicle sales, automakers are looking to squeeze out every ounce of fuel economy possible, including designing vehicles that flow through the air as efficiently as birds ... Continue reading
Astro & Safari legroom issue addressed
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Autocam Corporation Announces Timing of 2005 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call
KENTWOOD, Mich., Nov. 18 -- The management of Autocam will hold a conference call on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at 10:30 a.m. (Eastern) to discuss the Company's financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2005. What: Autocam Corporation 2005 Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call How: 800/289-0572 (U.S.) or 9 ... Continue reading
Compact Power, Inc. Appoints Dr. Prabhakar Patil as Chief Executive Officer
TROY, Mich.--Nov. 18, 2005--The Board of Directors of Compact Power, Inc. (CPI) has named Dr. Prabhakar Patil to the position of Chief Executive Officer. CPI is a subsidiary of LG Chem Ltd., Korea's largest Li Ion Battery manufacturer. "Dr. ... Continue reading
Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox Bars California Charity from Soliciting Donations in Michigan
AAAA Abilities Car Donation Foundation Allegedly Misused Funds LANSING, Mich., Nov. 18 -- Attorney General Mike Cox announced today that he has denied a California organization's application to solicit charitable contributions in Michigan because it allegedly misused donations by advancing its president nearly $250,000 ... Continue reading
Tripath Receives Additional Staff Determination Letter from NASDAQ
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Nov. 18, 2005--Tripath Technology Inc. , creators of Class-T (R) digital audio amplifiers and Digital Power Processing (DPP(R)), today announced that it has received an Additional Staff Determination Letter from Nasdaq. The Additional Staff Determination Letter, which was received on November 14, 2005 ... Continue reading
Westport Announces Resignation of Board Member
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Nov. 18, 2005--Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT) today announced that Kiran M. Patel has resigned from Westport's Board of Directors effective immediately for personal reasons. Mr. Patel has served on Westport's Board since September 2001 and has been Chair of the Audit Committee since 20 ... Continue reading
Volkswagen and Scholastic Launch Online Voting Campaign to Increase Seat Belt Use Among Teens
Student-produced PSAs will debut nationally today on Fuse-TV, Winner will be selected through online voting at www.fuse.tv and www.vw.com AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 18 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc., and Scholastic are asking you to get involved and possibly save lives in the process. Tonight, Volkswagen kicks off votin ... Continue reading
SUVOA: ANWR for CAFE? - A Deadly Bargain
'Death by the Barrel' Would Join 'Death by the Mile' WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- Trading drilling rights in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) for higher Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) for vehicles is quite literally an exchange of blood for oil, said SUVOA, a non-profit group representing owners of SUVs, pic ... Continue reading
NASCAR Veteran Ken Schrader Joins Wood Brothers/JTG Racing Team
Schrader Will Drive The Famed Number 21 Car in 2006 Sponsored By The Newest Face in NASCAR -- Little Debbie Snacks HOMESTEAD-MIAMI SPEEDWAY, Fla., Nov. 18 -- NASCAR veteran Ken Schrader has joined the Wood Brothers/JTG Racing Team. He'll drive the famed Number 21 Ford Fusion during the 2006 Nextel Cup season. The car w ... Continue reading
American Racing Capital CEO Interviewed on Traders Nation(TM)
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev., Nov. 18 -- American Racing Capital Inc. ("ARC") , a consulting group dedicated to motor sports sponsorship development and racetrack acquisition and design, announced today that on Friday, November 11, 2005, CEO of American Racing Capital, Davy Jones, was interviewed by Kurt Schemers on Traders Natio ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Nov. 18, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c27975) has announced the addition of Automobile Aftermarket in Japan 2005 to their offering. One of the most comprehensive reports on the automobile aftermarket in Japan, which covers following 12 major business fields: Use ... Continue reading
An Insight into the Activities and Advancements of the Automotive Components Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland--Nov. 18, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c27967) has announced the addition of Automotive Components Manufacturers to their offering Automotive Component Manufacturers is a dedicated round-up of all the latest global happenings on all the activities of the world's ... Continue reading
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev., Nov. 18 -- ARC Development Inc., a company focused on racetrack property acquisitions and development and a subsidiary of American Racing Capital Inc. ("ARC") , announced today that it has entered into a strategic partnership with New Jersey Motorsports Park, LLC., ("NJMP") a motorsport resort develo ... Continue reading
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 18 -- Budget Rent A Car System, Inc. today announced that it has donated $10,000 to the Tom Joyner Foundation to help students continue their education at Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Budget raised money for the Foundation, formed by the nationally syndicated radio personal ... Continue reading
Donaldson Company Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 18 -- Donaldson Company, Inc. , announced today that the Company's Board of Directors declared a regular cash dividend of 8 cents per share, payable December 9, 2005 to shareholders of record as of November 28, 2005. As of October 31, 2005, there were approximately 82,200,000 shares outstanding. The c ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Announces $70.7 Million Direct Equity Placement
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. , a leading producer of recreational vehicles and manufactured housing, announced today it has received definitive commitments from institutional investors for the purchase of 7.0 million shares of common stock, which would bring the Company's total common stock ... Continue reading
Goodyear Links Industrial Hose Distributors, Buyers
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 18 -- Finding and communicating with nearby Goodyear Star industrial hose distributors is now as simple as logging onto the Web. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) Goodyear Engineered Products' new StarLink Web site at http://starlink.goodyear.com/ links industrial hose end u ... Continue reading
Mile Marker International, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter Cash Dividend
POMPANO BEACH, Fla.--Nov. 18, 2005--Mile Marker International, Inc. (OTCBB:MMRK), a specialty vehicle parts distributor, today announced the payment of a fourth quarter cash dividend of $0.0625 per common share. Mile Marker International, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the payment of a quarte ... Continue reading
Robotics Online Reaches One Million Visitors; New Career Center Works for Industry
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Nov. 18, 2005--Robotic Industries Association today announced that as of October, Robotics Online recorded more than one million visitors this year, averaging nearly 3,700 visitors per day. According to reports generated by the site's LiveSTATS (R) analyzer (DEEPMETRIX Corporation), the majority of us ... Continue reading
Save the World Air Benefits as SEC Prevails Against Former Officer
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 18 -- Save the World Air, Inc. announced that is has been informed that Judge Frank Maas of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York has ruled against former Company director and officer Jeffrey A. Muller and in favor of the Securities and Exchange Commission in long-stan ... Continue reading
Solvay Advanced Polymers Introduces Low-Warp IXEF(R)2060 Polyarylamide
ALPHARETTA, Ga., Nov. 18 -- Solvay Advanced Polymers, L.L.C. has launched a new structural high-performance nylon, IXEF(R) 2060 polyarylamide. This 55% glass-reinforced material offers low warpage, improved vibration resistance and excellent surface finish, resulting in parts that have high strength and stiffness, reta ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Completes $300 Million Loan Syndication
LIVONIA, Mich., Nov. 18 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. today reported that it completed and funded its previously announced $300 million incremental term loan facility syndication under its existing credit agreement. Proceeds from the offering will be used for general corporate purposes and for the possible future re ... Continue reading
UC Investors, Inc. Agrees to Purchase Uni Boring Company, Inc.
HOWELL, Mich., Nov. 18 -- UC Investors, Inc., an investment group led by experienced automotive executives headed by Bruce R. Swift; The Carlyle Group, and The Relativity Fund/JME, have agreed to purchase Uni Boring Company, Inc., an automotive component machining and manufacturing operation with approximately 500 empl ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--Nov. 18, 2005--Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. and Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd. announced that they reached a settlement yesterday in their lawsuit against defendant Patriot Motorcycles Company (Pink Sheets:PMCY). The parties have agreed to enter into a Consent Judgment on issues raised in the lawsuit. Yamaha Mo ... Continue reading
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Nov. 18 -- The Socius Collegi award was presented to Visteon Corporation's John Kill, senior vice president and president, North America customer group, by Wayne State University's College of Engineering for his support of the university's Engineering and Management Master's Program. The Soci ... Continue reading
Carlsson Set To Debut CM50 K R-Class
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 18, 2005 at 11:50 AM CST A little while back we told you about our fondness for the German tuner Carlsson, and the upcoming debut of their new tuning package for the 2007 Mercedes S-Class. At the time, they also released details of of a new tuning package for the recently-rel ... Continue reading
Project Kahn Offers SLR Conversion For Mercedes SL
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 18, 2005 at 10:30 AM CST While sipping my morning cup of java and checking out Jalopnik this morning, I stumbled upon a story they ran about a new Project Kahn SL. Honestly, I didn't even now Project Kahn worked on Mercedes, I know them more for their work on Range Rovers. It ... Continue reading
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK - November 18, 2005 - Visionary Vehicles Founder and CEO Malcolm Bricklin announced today that Chery and Visionary Vehicles are moving rapidly together to clear all obstacles for a successful launch in the United States. "The announcement today that Chery and GM reached a resolution to their leg ... Continue reading
BACK ON BUDGET: A Follow Up - All's Well That Ends Well
By Marc J. Rauch, Exec. Vice President & Co-Publisher Gosh, it’s not even the end of the calendar year and I can already tell you who I would award with the 2005 Automotive Scam of the Year, if we actually gave such an award away. Ironically, it goes to a company that I usually like and do a fair amount of busine ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich., Nov. 18 -- PPG Industries is helping the Chrysler Group to keep the paint on its 2006 Jeep(R) Liberty vehicles sparkling and flawless. PPG Total Service Solutions -- a PPG business that provides manufacturers with products and services for the coatings application process and related chemical management -- ... Continue reading
FULLERTON, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Yokohama Tire Corporation has signed a multi-year agreement designating the global tire producer as the "Official Tire of the Los Angeles Auto Show." The sponsorship deal begins with the 2006 LA Auto Show held Jan. 6-15 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Yokohama views the LA Auto Show ... Continue reading
Ward's Reports Estimated Weekly North American Vehicle Production - November 18, 2005
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 18 -- Vehicle production this week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 308,894 units, up 0.3 percent from the 307,908 cars and trucks built last week, according to WardsAuto.com. Including this week's estimates, calendar year North American output now totals 14,737,435 ... Continue reading
Toyota November U.S. Retail Sales Beating Ford, Beating Chrysler and Closing In On GM
DETROIT, Nov 18, 2005; Reuters reported that Toyota Motor Corp. grabbed more U.S. retail market share than Ford Motor Co. in early November and it was less than one share point behind General Motors Corp., J.D. Power and Associates said on Friday. A report from the industry tracking firm's closely watched Power Informa ... Continue reading
Yamaha Motor Corp. Reaches Settlement with Patriot Motorcycles Corp.
JOINT PRESS RELEASE YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. REACHES SETTLEMENT IN ITS LAWSUIT AGAINST PATRIOT MOTORCYCLES CORPORATION Los Angeles, CA. (November 18, 2005) -- Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. and Yamaha Motor Co. Ltd. announced that they reached a settlement yesterday in their lawsuit against defendant Patriot ... Continue reading
Colorado High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Indiana High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Kansas High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Kentucky High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Massachusetts High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Michigan High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Missouri High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Nebraska High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Ohio High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive Prices Offering of $150 Million of Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 18 -- Sonic Automotive, Inc. today announced that it has priced its registered public offering of $150 million aggregate principal amount of convertible senior subordinated notes due 2015 (the "Notes"). The offering is expected to close on November 23, 2005. Sonic also granted the underwriters a 1 ... Continue reading
Tennessee High School Teachers: Toyota Wants to Make Your Next Summer Memorable in Japan!
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Toyota is expanding one of its signature educational initiatives, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an all-expenses-paid, 10-day program in Japan for high school teachers. A total of twenty high school teachers will be selected from the following ten states: Colorado, Indiana, Kansa ... Continue reading
Collins & Aikman Awarded Business from Two New Domestic Automakers
TROY, Mich., Nov. 18 -- Collins & Aikman Corporation (CKCRQ) announced today that it has recently been awarded contracts to supply future accessory mat programs by two different "new domestic" automakers. "We acknowledge the need to support this growing customer base and appreciate their confidence in our ability to de ... Continue reading
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Nov. 18 -- Retail new-vehicle sales for the first 13 days of November are substantially better than the preliminary results for early October, bolstered in part by a rebound in consumer interest in large vehicles, according to the Power Information Network (PIN), the industry's premier source ... Continue reading
Cadillac Previews Highly Anticipated 2007 Escalade at 'Chrome Couture'
Melania Trump Hosts Exclusive Preview of 2007 Cadillac Escalade NEW YORK, Nov. 18 -- Cadillac, the American icon of luxury, design, and performance, unveiled the 2007 Escalade, the next-generation of the luxury SUV, at an exclusive event at Milk Studios in New York yesterday evening. Hosted by Melania Trump, guests inc ... Continue reading
AutoWeek Design Forum Examines Secrets of Iconic Design
DETROIT, Nov. 18 -- What does a Porsche 911, an Airstream trailer and a Coke bottle have in common? All are iconic designs, and at least two of those companies will have representatives presenting at the 13th annual AutoWeek Design Forum, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wednesday, January 11, 2006 at Cobo Conference/ Exhibition Center ... Continue reading
THE GEARHEAD REINVENTED: 2005 SEMA SHOW HIGHLIGHTS EMERGING TRENDS Diamond Bar, Calif. (Nov. 17, 2005) - Increasing consumer interest in automotive parts and accessories is impacting the specialty automotive industry, as well as the manufacturers who produce flashy wheels, performance parts and exterior styling accesso ... Continue reading
PARK RIDGE, N.J., Nov. 18 -- The Hertz Corporation ("Hertz") announced on October 17, 2005 that it had commenced tender offers (the "Offers") to purchase for cash any and all of the following outstanding notes described in the table below (the "Notes") and consent solicitations (the "Solicitations") for certain propose ... Continue reading
PARK RIDGE, N.J., Nov. 18 -- The Hertz Corporation (the "Company") announced on October 17, 2005 that it and/or its subsidiary, Hertz Finance Centre plc ("Hertz Finance" and, together with the Company, "Hertz") had commenced a tender offer (the "Offer") to purchase for cash any and all of the outstanding EUR200,000,000 ... Continue reading
Infineon Reports Results for the Fourth Quarter and the 2005 Financial Year
MUNICH, Germany--Nov. 18, 2005--Infineon Technologies AG: -- Fourth quarter revenues were Euro 1.73 billion, up 8 percent sequentially, reflecting increased sales in all operating segments. -- Fourth quarter EBIT loss improved significantly to Euro 43 million from Euro 234 million in the prior quarter, reflecting impro ... Continue reading
Analyze Navistar Internationals Performance to Date with This Vehicle Manufacturer Strategic Insight
DUBLIN, Ireland--Nov. 18, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c27833) has announced the addition of Navistar International Vehicle Manufacturer Strategic Insight to their offering. Vehicle Manufacturer Strategic Insights are individual, in-depth, constantly updated manufacturer channel ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: Seventh Straight Week of Lower Gas Prices
LOS ANGELES--Nov. 18, 2005--Southern California gasoline prices fell for the seventh consecutive week this week and the lower price trend is expected to continue through at least the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's Weekend Gas Watch. The average price of self-serv ... Continue reading
AAA Texas: Weekend Gas Watch; Six Straight Weeks of Lower Gas Prices
HOUSTON--Nov. 18, 2005--Retail gasoline prices in Texas fell for the sixth straight week and the lower price trend is expected to continue throughout the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, according to AAA Texas' Weekend Gas Watch. The statewide average price for a gallon of regular self serve is $2.181 a gallon - a weekly ... Continue reading
Chrysler, Ford, GM Offer Incentive Plans
November 17, 2005; The AP reported that DaimlerChrysler AG's Chrysler Group was the last of the Big Three U.S. automakers to announce a new incentive program on Thursday. All three programs are scheduled to end Jan. 3. Here is a summary of each program. General Motors Corp. Program name: "Red Tag Event" Vehicles includ ... Continue reading
PANOZ, MULTIMATIC JOIN FORCES FOR 2006 ESPERANTE EFFORT
PANOZ, MULTIMATIC JOINING FORCES FOR 2006 ESPERANTE EFFORT In a move that will enhance the development and future performance of its race cars, Panoz Motor Sports has announced that Multimatic Motorsports will field the factory’s pair of Panoz Esperante GTLMs in the 2006 American Le Mans Series. The Multimatic Mo ... Continue reading
2006 Porsche 911(R) Carrera(R) 4 Coupes and Cabriolets Launch From North American Dealerships
'The Power of 4': Porsche's new all-wheel-drive 911 hardtop and convertible models arrive on Porsche showroom floors starting this weekend. ATLANTA, Nov. 17 -- Just in time for slippery-road season, the much anticipated, all-wheel-drive versions of Porsche's latest 911 model debut this weekend in Porsche showrooms acro ... Continue reading
Siemens VDO Recognized For Superior Innovation in Plastics Engineering LIVONIA, Mich., Nov. 17 -- The 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT plastic intake manifold, developed with Siemens VDO, was selected as a finalist in the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) automotive division's 34th Annual SPE Innovation Awards Program. Co ... Continue reading
Reserarch Company Reports: Acura TL Alpine Navigation System Ranks Highest in Customer Satisfaction
While Pleased With Appearance, Consumers Remain Frustrated With Entering Destinations in Navigation Systems WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Nov. 17 -- The Alpine navigation system supplied in the Acura TL ranks highest in customer satisfaction among factory-installed navigation systems, according to the J.D. Power and Associ ... Continue reading
Sumitomo Corporation of America Completes Acquisition of TBC Corporation
NEW YORK--Nov. 17, 2005--Sumitomo Corporation of America (SCOA) announced today that it has closed its acquisition of TBC Corporation ("TBC"). SCOA purchased TBC for approximately $1.1 billion, including debt. TBC will operate as a subsidiary of SCOA and continue to be led by TBC's current senior management team. "We a ... Continue reading
Scott Eguchi Appointed President Kenwood USA Corporation
LONG BEACH, Calif.--Nov. 17, 2005--Kenwood Corporation Japan has appointed Scott Eguchi as president of Kenwood USA Corporation to pursue a vigorous strategy of sales growth in line with the company's aggressive product development plans. Having recently served as senior vice president of the Car Electronics Consumer D ... Continue reading
Wickens to compete in Race of Champions
For immediate release; November 17, 2005 Wickens to compete in Race of Champions Robert Wickens will compete in Paris as part of ROC HAMILTON, ONTARIO Cameron Motorsports lead driver Robert Wickens has announced he has received an invitation to compete in Paris, France on Dec 3, 2005 as part of the Race of Champions. " ... Continue reading
PARIS & DETROIT--Nov. 17, 2005--Chinese consumers show distinct differences in buying behavior from more developed automotive markets, and vehicle manufacturers and dealers need to be aware of these differences when trying to sell in this region. This was among the findings from the seventh annual Cars Online study fro ... Continue reading
PACCAR Earns National Medal of Technology
BELLEVUE, Wash.--Nov. 17, 2005--President George W. Bush announced, this week, that PACCAR is one of the recipients of the 2004 National Medal of Technology. Established by Congress in 1980, the National Medal of Technology represents the nation's highest award for innovation recognizing the significant contributions t ... Continue reading
Hybrid Unveils Domestic Alternative Fuel Conversion Systems Network
TAMPA, Florida--Nov. 17, 2005--Hybrid Fuel Systems, Inc., ("Hybrid" or the "Company") (OTCBB:HYFS) today announced the formation of a multi-state network of companies trained and prepared to handle conversion system installation and service. Hybrid is engaged in the automotive aftermarket through developing and commerc ... Continue reading
Frank J. Ewasyshyn, Chrysler Group Manufacturing Chief, to Receive Engineering Honor in Toronto
Third Major Honor This Year for Executive Vice President of Manufacturing * Ontario (Canada) Professional Engineers Gold Medal is for public service, technical excellence and outstanding professional leadership * Maintenance Foreman becomes head of Manufacturing * Shingo Academy, Wu Award also earned this year AUBURN H ... Continue reading
MAZDASPEED Motorsports Development Announces Grand-Am GT Racing Program
SpeedSource, Inc. to lead development of tube-frame Mazda RX-8 racecar IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 17 -- MAZDASPEED Motorsports Development today announced the continuation of its partnership with Florida-based SpeedSource, Inc. to produce a Grand American Road Racing Association Rolex Series GT-class Mazda RX-8. Set to make ... Continue reading
Pittsburgh Consumer Sues State Farm Insurance for Selling Salvage Cars Without Disclosure
Consumer Found Out Pre-Certified Honda Had Salvage History Two Years After Purchase SEWICKLEY, Pa., Nov. 17 -- More than two years after purchasing a pre-certified Honda Civic for his stepson, Robert Beaves received a letter from the Pennsylvania Attorney General informing him the car was previously declared a "total l ... Continue reading
UGS Grants NX and NX Nastran Software to Digital Manufacturing Education Centers to Help Develop Certified NX Specialists for China's Growing Economy PLANO, Texas and CHANGCHUN, China, Nov. 17 -- UGS Corp., a leading global provider of product lifecycle management (PLM) software and services, and Jilin University (JLU) ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries to Receive 10th Consecutive RVDA Quality Circle Award
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Nov. 17, 2005--Winnebago Industries, Inc. , the nation's leading motor home manufacturer, received notification that the Company will once again receive the prestigious Quality Circle Award from the Recreation Vehicle Dealers' Association (RVDA) at the 43rd Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville ... Continue reading
Innovative Use of Plastics Helps Save Fuel, Captures Industry Honors
TROY, Mich., Nov. 17 -- The 2006 Toyota Crown and Lexus GS- 300 boast a fuel-savings component that last night earned the Most Innovative Use of Plastics award in the Powertrain Category from the Society of Plastics Engineers for Toyota and partners Aisan and DuPont Automotive. The component -- a water jacket spacer ma ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz to Offer SIRIUS Satellite Radio as Standard Feature
* SIRIUS and Mercedes-Benz Extend Exclusive Agreement to September 1, 2012 * Mercedes-Benz to Offer SIRIUS as Standard Feature Beginning in 2006 with Model Year 2007 SL-Class, CL-Class, AMG and 600 models * Total SIRIUS Volume Expected to Reach Approximately 250,000, or 50% of Vehicles Sold Over Two Years NEW YORK and ... Continue reading
Mercedes ML500 Vs. Range Rover Sport
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 15, 2005 at 11:30 AM CST You know, the guys over at Motor Trend are pretty damn lucky. It seems like every other day they test drive a Mercedes and some other car, write about it, and on top of it all, they get paid to do it. Guess what? They're at it again, this time compari ... Continue reading
New Mercedes S-Class Fails Crash Test
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on November 16, 2005 at 10:55 AM CST While browsing Autoblog.it today, I stumbled upon a new S-Class story that gave me a good laugh. As you probably know, the new S-Class features a host of safety features not found on any other vehicles, one of which is a new Brake Assist Plus feature. ... Continue reading
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