RACING TELEVISION SCHEDULES (ALL NETWORKS) - APRIL 18TH
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RACING VENUES (CANADA) - TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE FOR MONT-TREMBLANT
EVENT! Montreal, April 18th, 2007 - Champ Car Mont-Tremblant L.P. announces that tickets are now on sale for the 2007 edition of the Champ Car World Series to be disputed at the Circuit Mont-Tremblant on June 29, 30 and July 1st. During this presentation of the seventh round of the Champ Car World Series, racing fans w ... Continue reading
INDYCAR (INDIANAPOLIS) - SERIES NEWS AND NOTES (April 18, 2007)
1. IndyCar Series improving racingâs environmental footprint<P> 2. War relic returned to original owner<P> <P> 1. IndyCar Series improving racingâs environmental footprint: On April 22, Americans will gather to celebrate Earth Day, where they will honor gains made and create new visions to accelerate environm ... Continue reading
NHRA (LOUSIANA) - Coughlin Bros Ready to Go.....
This weekend’s JEGS.com NHRA Cajun Nationals at No Problem Raceway Park will feature sportsman racing at its finest. Among the contingent will be all four of the Coughlin Brothers. Leading the “yellow and black attack�?? of Team JEGS entries will be John Coughlin, who will once aga ... Continue reading
ANDRETTI-GREEN (JAPAN) - Danica Patrick on the Indy Japan 300:
"I always like racing in Japan. We had a good result there in 2005 and it's a place where I'm very comfortable. I love the country and always look forward to being there for the race. I think that makes a difference with how your weekend goes. If you're comfortable and relaxed, things just tend to come a little easier. ... Continue reading
Toyota Seeks More Collaborations
Washington DC April 19, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Jim Press, a Toyota managing officer who earlier this month was named a senior managing director of Toyota Motor Corp., said that collaboration was becoming "a big part of our industry" because of investment levels required for each auto maker to "keep up ... Continue reading
Toyota Breaks Ground in Mississippi - VIDEO ENHANCED
Majority of construction workers to be hired locally BLUE SPRINGS, Miss., April 18 -- At a ceremony today with the local community, Toyota broke ground on the future site of Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Mississippi, Inc. (TMMMS), its eighth vehicle manufacturing plant in North America. Production at the $1.3 billion pla ... Continue reading
The Top 12 Greenest Vehicles of 2007
Washington DC April 19, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that on MSNBC's list of the year's 12 most environmentally friendly 2007-model cars two gas/electric hybrids â Toyota's Prius and Honda's Civic Hybrid â are tied for first place. But half of the cars are just old-fashioned, gas-powered vehicles that ... Continue reading
ANDRETTI-GREEN (JAPAN) - Tony Kanaan on the Indy Japan 300:
"The Japan race event is one of the very best we'll have all season. It's always an exciting race and the fans really come out to support the race. Team 7-Eleven has been fortunate to have some good results the last few years and to have qualified well also. We always seem to be in the mix at Motegi and this year shoul ... Continue reading
ANDRETTI-GREEN(JAPAN)- Marco Andretti on the Indy Japan 300:
"I really enjoy the trip to Japan and am looking forward to going again. The entire week is well organized and we are treated so well there. Motegi is a very tricky track, with two distinct ends, but I feel like we learned a lot last year in the NYSE car. We're still working on finding some speed but we've made some gr ... Continue reading
ANDRETTI - GREEN (JAPAN) - Dario Franchitti on the Indy Japan 300:
"I'm really looking forward to going back to Japan. We always have great reception from the fans there. We hope to have the Canadian Club car up front and get that elusive victory." Dario Franchitti Facts * Despite running in the top three for most of the 2006 Indy Japan 300, an incident on lap 145 put him a lap down a ... Continue reading
ALMS (HOUSTON) - IN THEIR OWN WORDS: STREET RACING IN HOUSTON
Dyson Racing and Butch Leitzinger competed at Houston last year in an LMP1 entry. Click here for Hi-Res This weekend's Lone Star Grand Prix marks the third straight street race for the American Le Mans Series. Already the Series' cars and stars have made first-time visits to St. Petersburg and Long Beach. Now they head ... Continue reading
Chrysler Brand to Launch Chrysler Club Championship Challenge Game with WildTangent
REDMOND, Wash.--Chrysler today announced the launch of the Chrysler Club Championship Challenge game, the virtual companion to the Chrysler Club Championship event in which top amateur golfers compete in local and regional tournaments throughout the summer. Chrysler has partnered with leading online game publisher Wild ... Continue reading
Sensata Technologies Demonstrates New Seat Sensors for Occupant Detection
Sensors make new seat belt alert systems more reliable and 'consumer friendly' Hold potential for use with air bag classification systems DETROIT, April 18 -- SAE 2007 World Congress -- Sensata Technologies today demonstrated several occupant sensing approaches that can help engineers design seat belt alert systems tha ... Continue reading
Tirerack Launches Money-Saving Wheel Shopping Tool
SOUTH BEND, Ind., April 18 -- The guesswork of deciding which aftermarket wheels will look best on your car, truck or SUV has been eliminated. Visitors to www.tirerack.com can now compare printed images of their favorite vehicles fitted with different wheels, before spending hundreds, even thousands, on a purchase. The ... Continue reading
Nissan Commits To Clean Diesel Engine in Maxima in 2010
WASHINGTON, April 18 -- Nissan today announced its plans to launch its first clean diesel engine in the United States for use in the Nissan Maxima in 2010. The passenger car will be powered by an all-new Alliance engine co-developed with its partner, Renault, and will clear stringent U.S. Environmental Protection Agenc ... Continue reading
New Vehicle Sensor is Designed to Help Prevent Traffic Crashes in Urban Areas
Continental Automotive Systems' new closing velocity sensor is designed to help drivers avoid collisions when traveling at low speeds DETROIT, April 18 -- According to the latest statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration nearly 5,000 pedestrians were killed by vehicles in the United States in 2 ... Continue reading
A. O. Smith Announces First Quarter 2007 Earnings
MILWAUKEE, April 18 -- A. O. Smith Corporation today announced first quarter earnings of $19.5 million or $.63 per share on record sales of $577.2 million. Net earnings for the quarter ended March 31 increased $4.0 million or $.13 per share compared with $15.5 million or $.50 per share in the first quarter of 2006. Fir ... Continue reading
Checking Tire Pressure Can Save Lives and Money at the Pump
Pep Boys Helps Motorists Become Safer Drivers with Free Air Pressure Checks During National Tire Safety Week PHILADELPHIA, April 18 -- Recognizing that underinflated tires are responsible for automobile crashes that result in 660 fatalities and 33,000 injuries each year, The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's ... Continue reading
ALMS (HOUSTON) - Krohn Risi Competizione Brings Hometown Flavor To The GPH
The Lone Star Grand Prix of Houston race has an exciting hometown team. Tracy W. Krohn (Krohn Racing) and Risi Competizione, both based in Houston, Texas, are running a Ferrari 430GT in this weekend’s Lone Star Grand Prix of Houston race. The race, which will be held at the JAGFlo Speedway at Reliant Par ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Fuso Reorganizes Dealer Network, Announces New Customer Service Initiatives in Japan
Stuttgart/Kawasaki, Apr 14, 2007 Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Corporation (MFTBC) today announced important new measures to increase its customer service capabilities in Japan. Effective August 1, the company will form a new, streamlined domestic sales and service organization for higher service quality, responsiveness ... Continue reading
RTT USA, Inc. Wins Automotive News PACE Award
Michigan company wins award in Information Technology and Services category for DeltaGen software package ROYAL OAK, Mich., April 17 -- RTT USA, Inc. (RTT), a leading producer of design software for automotive, aircraft and consumer goods applications, has won a prestigious Automotive News Premier Automotive Suppliers' ... Continue reading
DETROIT, April 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Germany is leading the effort to make automotive transportation environmentally sustainable. This initiative, supported by both industry and government, was the topic of discussion at Invest in Germany's (IiG) executive breakfast held today in Detroit. The German automotive ... Continue reading
Kumho Tires Named Official Tire of Mazda MX-5 Cup Through 2008
For Immediate Release Kumho Tires Named Official Tire of Mazda MX-5 Cup Through 2008 TOPEKA, Kan. (April 17, 2007) - SCCA Pro Racing Ltd. and Kumho Tires announced today a multi-year agreement that makes Kumho the Official Tire of the SCCA Pro Racing SIRIUS Satellite Radio Mazda MX-5 Cup through the 2008 season. Beginn ... Continue reading
Alcoa Wheel Products Wins 2007 Automotive News PACE Award
CLEVELAND--Alcoa Wheel Products was named a 2007 Automotive News PACE Award winner at recent ceremonies in Detroit. The prestigious award recognizes automotive suppliers for superior innovation, technological advancement and business performance. Alcoa Wheel Products was recognized for its Dura-Bright® Wheels with X ... Continue reading
Small Engine Rule to Bring Big Emissions Cuts
News for Release: Tuesday, April 17, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *Small Engine Rule to Bring Big Emissions Cuts* Contact: John Millett, (202) 564-4355 / millett.john@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - April 17, 2007) EPA continues to mow down harmful emissions from the nonroad sector with a new proposal th ... Continue reading
Hyundai Names Goodby, Silverstein & Partners as Its National Marketing Agency
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 17 -- Hyundai Motor America (HMA) announced today that it has selected Goodby, Silverstein & Partners as its national marketing and advertising agency. The selection was announced following presentations by five agencies at the HMA's national headquarters in Fountain Valley, California, l ... Continue reading
DETROIT--ChannelNet, a leading provider of Web based solutions for the automotive retail industry, announced today the launch of its next-generation online inventory services, a part of its eRetailAdvantage (eRA) program for automotive dealers. In conjunction with the launch, ChannelNet also announced it has entered in ... Continue reading
Exide Technologies Launches Two New Batteries
ALPHARETTA, Ga.--Exide Technologies (www.exide.com), a global leader in stored electrical-energy solutions, has launched two new products from its Transportation Division. Designed with original equipment quality, the Exide RoadForce® AGM-200 and the Exide MegaCycle⢠AGM-200 are lead-acid batteries for heavy-du ... Continue reading
Toyota Driving Expectations Offers Detroit-Area Teens New Approach to Driving Education
Program Teaches Teens and Parents Defensive Driving Techniques via Real-World Scenarios DETROIT, April 17 -- One of the most important events in a teenager's life is obtaining a driver's license. But while young drivers account for just 6.6 percent of all licensed drivers, they account for nearly 14 percent of all fata ... Continue reading
Suzuki Saudia flooded with purchase orders after launching SX4 car in KSA
Dear Editor, Please find attached a press release titled "Suzuki Saudia flooded with purchase orders after launching SX4 car in KSA" for use in your publication. Also attached is a logo of Suzuki Saudia Should you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Best regards, Orient Planet PR & Market ... Continue reading
Nissan Announces Pricing Adjustment on 2007 Altima Hybrid
NASHVILLE (Apr. 17, 2007) â Nissan North America, Inc. today announced a price adjustment for the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid. The new starting Manufacturerâs Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $24,990, which goes into effect today, represents an increase of $590. The 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid is on sale at Nissa ... Continue reading
Does Driving Green Mean Buying Lean?
COSTA MESA, Calif., April 17 -- If you're in the market to buy a Green vehicle, but worry you'll sacrifice the amenities, power, spaciousness or curb appeal of a standard, gas-powered car, the experts at NADAguides.com (http://www.nadaguides.com/) -- a leading vehicle pricing and information website -- say there are pl ... Continue reading
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