Clean Energy to Acquire the LNG Supply and Distribution Operations of ALT for $30 Million
SEAL BEACH, Calif.--Feb. 18, 2004--Clean Energy, North America's leader in clean transportation, has agreed to acquire the LNG supply and distribution operations of Applied LNG Technologies USA, LLC (ALT) and certain of its affiliates for approximately $30 million in cash and notes. The agreement includes natural gas s ... Continue reading
Valeo's Men in Black Capture the Gold for Blind Spot Safety Promotion
PARIS, February 18 -- At the Top Com annual awards ceremony earlier this month in Paris, automotive supplier Valeo accepted a Gold award for its creative promotional concept based on "Men in Black" to increase awareness of the dangers of the blind spot zone on cars. Valeo won the Grand Prix award in the Business to Bus ... Continue reading
Chrysler 300C Suite Puts Chicago Entrepreneurs in the Driver's Seat
Chrysler partners with the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship to Honor Local 'Apprentice' with the First Chrysler 300C Young Entrepreneur Grant CHICAGO, Feb. 18 -- Chrysler will host in Chicago its first of four exclusive "300C Suite" viewing and networking receptions featuring cast members from the NBC ... Continue reading
MobileGuardian Recovers Stolen Truck
Vehicle Recovery and Location Device Guides Police to Missing Vehicle ATLANTA, Feb. 18 -- Within two hours of reporting his truck missing, John Sanchez of Miami Lakes, FL had his vehicle back, thanks to MobileGuardian, a vehicle recovery and location device that allows customers to view location data online and on dema ... Continue reading
U-Save Auto Rental Continues to Expand With Airport Locations
Will Soon Open Locations to Serve Jacksonville and Daytona Beach, Fla. JACKSON, Miss., Feb. 18 -- U-Save Auto Rental, known for its niche in the neighborhood auto rental segment, is continuing to expand into airport locations with the recent award of two new franchises. Mike Bevacqua and Henry Fischer, residents of Orm ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2003 Results
Best Quarterly and Year-End Results in Company History; Fourth Quarter Same Store Sales Gain of 7%; Fourth Quarter Earnings Exceed Company Guidance ROANOKE, Va., Feb. 18 -- Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading retailer of automotive parts, today announced record revenue and earnings for its fourth quarter and fiscal ye ... Continue reading
Detroit To Focus on Selling (Making Good Interesting Cars?)Cars Again
February 2004 (Newstream) -- While domestic automakers are selling SUVs and trucks well, they've admittedly lost their touch when it comes to building cars. In 1985, General Motors, Ford and Chrysler made more than half of the passenger cars sold in the U.S. Today, eighty percent of the market is controlled by foreign ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 18 -- Federal-Mogul Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: FDMLQ) today reported its financial results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2003. Financial Summary (in millions) Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended December 31 December 31 2003 2002 2003 2002 Net sales $1,413 $1,239 $5,546 ... Continue reading
2004 New York International Automobile Show Fact Sheet
NEW YORK, Feb. 18 -- Public Information/Events Public Sneak Preview Friday, April 9 (1 p.m. - 9 p.m.) Auto Show Dates Friday, April 9 - Sunday, April 18 Charity Preview Gala Wednesday, April 7 (advanced tickets required) Public Show Hours Sundays: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Location Jacob ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Extends $chrempp Contract
FRANKFURT, Germany February 18, 2004; David Mchugh writing for the AP reported that German-U.S. automaker DaimlerChrysler said Wednesday it would extend chief executive Juergen Schrempp's contract by three years to 2008, and named a new finance chief as part of a series of top management changes. The company's supervis ... Continue reading
February 17, 2004 -- Warren, Ohio -- Beginning in 2004, Delphi will provide the complete electrical distribution system for Ford Motor Company's stable of full-size, rear-wheel-drive vehicles -- the Ford Crown Victoria, Mercury Grand Marquis and Lincoln Town Car -- and will be playing a major role in supporting the aut ... Continue reading
New Car Review: 2004 Honda CR-V
THE AUTO PAGE<br> By<br> JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS<br> MODEL: Honda CR-V<br> ENGINE: 2.4-liter DOHC four<br> HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 160 hp @ 6,000 rpm/162 lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm<br> TRANSMISSION: 5-speed manual<br> WHEELBASE: 103.1 in.<br> LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 178.6 x 70.2 x 66.2 in.<br> STICKER PRICE: $22,210<br> Every ti ... Continue reading
Monaco Coach at Informed Investors Recreational and Leisure Stocks Forum
COBURG, Ore., Feb. 18 -- Monaco Coach Corp. will webcast the following presentation: What: Monaco Coach Corp. will give a presentation at Informed Investors Recreational and Leisure Stocks Forum Forum Keynote by William Lerner, Senior Gaming Analyst at Prudential Securities at 9 am When: February 19, 2004 @ 10:30 AM Ea ... Continue reading
Hey Califoirnians: Rainy Weather is Here; Slow Down and Drive Cautiously
LOS ANGELES--Feb. 18, 2004--As a couple of winter rain storms slide into Southern California this week, motorists can expect that slippery roads, traffic slowdowns and decreased visibility will make driving hazardous even at moderate speeds, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California. "Rainy weather causes ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- XM Satellite Radio , America's leading satellite radio service, will be a standard feature on Volkswagen of America's new, limited edition 2004 Volkswagen "Satellite Blue" New Beetle, as well as a factory and dealer installed option on Volkswagen's 2005 New Beetle and Jetta. (Logo: http://www.new ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--Feb. 18, 2004--Drivers over the age of 65 are almost twice (1.78 times) as likely to die in car crashes as drivers age 55 to 64, according to a new study released today by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The study found that the probability of death or injury in car crashes increase with age, as does ... Continue reading
New Car Review: 2004 Acura MDX
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Acura MDX ENGINE: 3.5-liter SOHC V6 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 265 hp @ 5,800 rpm/253 lb-ft @ 3,500-5,000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 106.3 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 188.7 x 77.0 x 68.7 in. STICKER PRICE: $43,245 The Acura MDX was one of the first of the ... Continue reading
Nissan Announces Pricing on Revamped 2005 Altima
GARDENA, Calif.--Feb. 17, 2004--Nissan North America, Inc. today announced pricing for the redesigned 2005 Nissan Altima, which is scheduled to go on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide in February 2004. For 2005, Altima Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price increases slightly to reflect the numerous exterior and interio ... Continue reading
Men Choose Power, Women Go Practical With Vehicle Choice says researcher
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 18 -- Have Toyota and Saturn tapped into a magic elixir that lures female new car buyers into dealer showrooms? Or do the Toyota RAV4, and Saturn's SC, SL and ION models simply have the perfect selling points to attract the largest percentages of female buyers in the U.S.? (Logo: http://www.news ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--Feb. 18, 2004--Focusing on pre-crash prevention strategies for the driver, road and vehicle will reduce crashes and save seniors' lives, AAA said today in announcing the three-pronged approach for its "Lifelong Safe Mobility" campaign. Specifically, AAA will improve safety for older motorists by developing ... Continue reading
Auto Dealers Put Out 'Help Wanted' Sign
As Government Leaders Decry Jobless Recovery, Industry Seeks to Plug Major Labor Shortage by Targeting Returning Military, Students MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 18 -- Today an all-out effort to attract returning military veterans and tech-savvy students to rewarding, high-paying automotive-related jobs was announced by Automotive ... Continue reading
Champion Spark Plugs, Wagner Lighting Honored For Marketing Excellence in International Competitions
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 18 -- Federal-Mogul Corporation's (BULLETIN BOARD: FDMLQ) Champion(R) spark plugs and Wagner(R) lighting brands were honored for strategic and creative excellence in two recent international marketing competitions held in New York City. The Champion spark plugs "Champion Powers All" integrated m ... Continue reading
Anna Nicole to Visit TRIMSPA Team at Rockingham Race
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Spencer Andrews Braun Racing (704) 799-1118 spencer@braunracing.com Anna Nicole to Visit TRIMSPA Team at Rockingham Race MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Feb. 17, 2004) â“ David Stremme and the X32 TRIMSPA Dodge Team have a huge weekend on tap for the Rockingham 200 at North Carolina Speedway ... Continue reading
World Premiere for the Mitsubishi Colt CZ3 3-door Study at 2004 Geneva Auto Show
Mitsubishi will unveil the new European Colt at the forthcoming Geneva Motor Show. In addition to the 5-door model, a 3-door concept will also be exhibited. Although a similarly named concept car, the CZ3 Tarmac roadster appeared at the 2001 Tokyo Motor Show, the Colt CZ3 is a brand new study which shows the possibilit ... Continue reading
Hastings Manufacturing Signs Agreement with UAW Local 138
HASTINGS, Mich., Feb. 18 -- Hastings Manufacturing Company (Pink Sheets: HGMG) today announced it signed a five-year contract with UAW Local 138 on February 13, 2004. The Hastings, Mich.-based piston ring manufacturer and engine-products specialist reported that the contract includes annual wage increases, annual lump- ... Continue reading
Lancia Musa Introduced at 2004 Geneva Auto Show
The Geneva Motor Show once again proves the ideal setting for Lancia to introduce its latest products. This year, the manufacturer has come up with Musa, a compact MPV that meets the needs of people who love to live life with taste without giving up the pleasure of practicality. This new model expresses Lancia's new ge ... Continue reading
Fioravanti Kite Flown in Geneva
Fioravanti is introducing, as a world novelty, an innovative proposition to add an extra touch of charm to the “coupè” concept. Adding beside sporting attraction a real load capacity both in volumes and access ease giving therefore a new sensation of space with a semi-transparent roof. Research is going on ... Continue reading
United Retail Group Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2003 Operating Results
ROCHELLE PARK, N.J.--Feb. 18, 2004--United Retail Group, Inc. today announced operating results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 31, 2004. Fourth quarter net sales were $101.4 million compared to $105.7 million in the prior year period. Comparable store sales decreased 2%. The balance of the decline ... Continue reading
Tom LaSorda Named Chief Operating Officer of Chrysler Group; Frank Ewasyshyn to Lead Manufacturing
- Wolfgang Bernhard Promoted to Helm of Mercedes Car Group - COO LaSorda Becomes Deputy Member, DCX Board of Management AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 18 -- The Chrysler Group today unveiled changes in its senior management team, following the announcement by the DaimlerChrysler AG Supervisory Board that Chief Operating Off ... Continue reading
Daimler Chrysler: Supervisory Board decides on Changes In the Board of Management
- Prof. Jurgen Hubbert to take over responsibility for Executive Automotive Committee (EAC) on August 1, 2004 - Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard to assume responsibility for Mercedes Car Group on May 1, 2004 - Dr. Thomas Weber to head Development Department of Mercedes Car Group, in addition to his responsibilities at Research & ... Continue reading
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Announces Third Quarter FY 2004 Results
TORRANCE, Calif.--Feb. 18, 2004--Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ("MPA") (OTC: MPAA), a leading provider of remanufactured starters and alternators for the automotive aftermarket, today reported financial and operating results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2003. Financial Highlights: -- Gross margins increas ... Continue reading
Gotta V-8? Americans again hungry for horsepower
DETROIT February 17, 2004; John Porretto,writing for AP environmentally friendly cars may be hip, but souped-up V-8 engines are becoming more popular as Americans renew their love affair with horsepower. Automakers installed eight-cylinder engines in 29.1 percent of passenger vehicles built in North America for the U.S ... Continue reading
AAA Reports Gas Prices Up Since Mid-January
MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 17 -- Gasoline prices have continued to increase since the middle of January 2004. Currently, the nationwide average price of self-serve unleaded is up 4.8 cents, from last month's $1.595 to today's $1.643 per gallon. Gas prices are higher due to a combination of factors, including high crude oil pric ... Continue reading
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