Brocksmith Leaving Worthington Board
COLUMBUS, Ohio--June 18, 2004--Worthington Industries Inc. announced today that James G. Brocksmith, Jr. has resigned from the board of directors. Brocksmith joined the board in February of 2003 and has resigned for personal reasons. "We regret that we will not have the benefit of his considerable expertise as a board ... Continue reading
Drissi Fastest in First-Round Practice for Albertsons Trans-Am 100
CONTACT: Justin Anderson, Ph: 704-348-9400, Cell: 704-589-2100 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DRISSI FASTEST IN FIRST-ROUND PRACTICE FOR ALBERTSONS TRANS-AM 100 PORTLAND, Ore. (June 18, 2004) ‹ Tomy Drissi set the fastest time in first-round practice Friday as the Motorock Trans-Am Series made its return to Portland Internati ... Continue reading
George Barris Cruises to the Volo Auto Museum
VOLO, Ill., June 18 -- George Barris, creator of the original Batmobile and other famous TV and movie cars, will appear July 2, 3 and 4th at the Volo Auto Museum, 27582 W. Volo Village Rd. Barris will host the First Annual Firecracker Kustom Kar and Hot Rod Kruise, where he will meet and greet car buffs, sign autograph ... Continue reading
Orbit Racing - Fathers' Day & fishing
It's a Rockwell image - a sunny day, a placid lake, father and son quietly fishing together. Joe and Jay Policastro did the expected for 10 years before they realized neither craved the solitude of fishing. They swapped fishing poles for pole positions and haven't looked back. Jay remembers: "He used to take me on thes ... Continue reading
Orbit Racing - Watkins Glen practice
smooth start Orbit Racing posted the fifth-fastest GT time during practice for Sunday's Rolex Sports Car Series race at Watkins Glen International. Mike Fitzgerald lapped the 3.4-mile road course in one minute 57.691 seconds in the No. 44 Porsche 911 GT3 RS. He will share driving duty with Joe and Jay Policastro. Heavy ... Continue reading
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.--June 18, 2004--O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. (the "Company") , plans to make a presentation at the William Blair & Company 24th Annual Growth Stock Conference in Chicago, IL, on Wednesday, June 23, 2004, at 4:20 p.m. central time. The slides to be used in this presentation will be available June 23, 2004, ... Continue reading
Toyota Presents Eaton's Automotive Valve Business With Superior Awards for Quality and Delivery
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--June 18, 2004--Eaton Corporation's Automotive engine valve business today received the 2003 Superior Award in both Quality and Delivery here in Southfield from Toyota Motor Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TMMNA), which is Toyota's highest level of recognition for suppliers. As the world's largest ... Continue reading
Xcelplus is Getting in Your Face
SALUDA, Va.--June 18, 2004--Xcelplus International (XLPI)(OTC Pink Sheets: XLPI). Xcelplus is preparing for the launch into television in early July to get our name in your face to build brand recognition across the country according to company president Mr. Bill Smith. Pegasus Marketing Solutions is the marketing comp ... Continue reading
Plexus Systems Appoints Jane L. Warner President
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 18 -- Plexus Systems today announced the appointment of Jane L. Warner as president effective immediately. Warner joins Plexus, a leading provider of web-based manufacturing software, from EDS where she was president of its Global Manufacturing Industry Group. "Jane brings tremendous insight a ... Continue reading
Henkel Technologies and West McLaren Mercedes join forces in Formula One
Adhesives come into their own at U.S. Grand Prix INDIANAPOLIS, June 18 -- When the Formula One teams gather at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on June 20 for the United States Grand Prix, the new West McLaren Mercedes MP4/19 racing car will include more than 90 adhesives and sealants from Henkel Technologies. (Logo: ht ... Continue reading
Hobgood Grabs ARCA RE/MAX Pole, MIS
Hobgood Grabs Pork Pole, Sets New Qualifying Record at MIS By Jeff Trauring BROOKLYN, MI (6-18-04) - ARCA RE/MAX Series rookie Justin Hobgood, in only his second series start, blazed his way to a new Pork Pole qualifying record at Michigan Int'l Speedway Friday, topping the field with a one-lap speed of 188.201 mph. Th ... Continue reading
NayKid June Sprints Come to Road America
NayKid June Sprints Come to Road America ELKHART LAKE, Wisc., June 18, 2004 - NayKid Racing will face its biggest challenge of the 2004 Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) T1 season this weekend here at Road America. The June Sprints, at the beautiful, tree-lined Elkhart Lake, Wisc. track, is traditionally the biggest ga ... Continue reading
Schumacher Racing Acquires Larry Morgan's Pro Stock team
DON SCHUMACHER RACING For Immediate Release Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438 DON SCHUMACHER RACING ACQUIRES LARRY MORGAN'S NHRA PRO STOCK TEAM ENGLISHTOWN, N.J. (June 17, 2004) - Multi-team owner Don Schumacher today announced that Don Schumacher Racing, in cooperation with Mopar Performance Parts ... Continue reading
Where would you go if you had $10,000 in free gas? On Saturday, June 19 one lucky Miami-area winner will be happily answering that very question. Ten finalists, from a sweepstakes sponsored by Motiva Enterprises LLC and its local area Shell-brand dealers, will gather at a local Shell station for the chance to win $10,0 ... Continue reading
dodge cup notes from dhl 400 qualifying at mis
Friday, June 18, 2004 Ray Cooper Michigan International Speedway Clear!Blue, Inc. DHL 400 Qualifying. 704-975-3232 RYAN NEWMAN (No. 12 ALLTEL Dodge) "It was a good lap for the ALLTEL Dodge. I think it'll be a top five or top 10 for sure. I wish we knew right now if we were going to have a shot for the pole. ... Continue reading
Latest Proposal from Mothers Against Drunk Driving Includes Harsh Zero Tolerance Against Divorced Fathers WASHINGTON, June 18 -- Father's Day is a time for many dads to kick back, relax and enjoy a day out with their kids. But divorced dads should beware of the latest policy recommendations from Mothers Against Drunk D ... Continue reading
Grand Prix of Denver to Host Meet-the-Driver Event
Driver Danica Patrick Visits Denver, June 21 DENVER, June 18 -- Today, The CENTRIX Financial Grand Prix of Denver announced that driver Danica Patrick is visiting Denver for a meet-the-driver event happening from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm on Monday, June 21 at the Fox and Hound Tavern near Park Meadows. Patrick will come to D ... Continue reading
Porsche 911 40th Anniversary Celebration Benefits Courage Center
-- WHAT: Porsche 911 40th Anniversary Celebration WHEN: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, June 19, 2004 WHERE: Carousel Porsche 9393 Wayzata Blvd. (Intersection of Hwy. 169 and General Mills Blvd.) Minneapolis, Minn. PHOTO/INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: 40 Porsche cars, one model from each production year Local owners of vintage ... Continue reading
New Car Review: 2005 Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: 2005 Mercedes-Benz E320CDI ENGINE: 3.2-liter I6 diesel HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 201 hp @ 4,200 rpm/369 lb-ft @ 1,800-2,600 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 112.4 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 190.3 x 71.3 x 57.0 in. TIRES: 225/55 R16 STICKER PRICE: $55,085 This ... Continue reading
Goodyear Reports Results for 2004's First Quarter
* Record sales of $4.3 billion * Segment operating income up significantly * Net loss reduced 60% AKRON, Ohio, June 18 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today reported financial results for the first quarter of 2004, including record sales, higher unit shipments and segment operating income, and a smaller net loss ... Continue reading
Car Owner Loses Case Must Pay Subaru $75K in WRX Warranty Dispute
SAN JOSE, Calif.--June 18, 2004--On Monday, a Santa Clara County Superior Court judge awarded $75,000 in attorney's fees to Subaru of America, Inc. under California's Consumer Legal Remedies Act. In awarding the attorney's fees the court found the evidence was overwhelming the plaintiff had attempted to defraud Subaru ... Continue reading
King of Customizers Barris Hosts Volo Auto Museum Event
VOLO, Ill., June 18, 2004; George Barris, creator of the original Batmobile and other famous TV and movie cars, will appear July 2, 3 and 4th at the Volo Auto Museum, 27582 W. Volo Village Rd. Barris will host the First Annual Firecracker Kustom Kar and Hot Rod Kruise, where he will meet and greet car buffs, sign autog ... Continue reading
Visteon Joins NASCAR Star Bill Elliott and Ray Evernham in Teleconference
When: Tuesday, June 22 11:00 a.m. Eastern Call In #: 800.867.4953 ID code T622 What: Visteon's Greg Gyllstrom, vice president and general manager of North America and Asia Aftermarket Operations, will join Ray Evernham and driver Bill Elliott to announce details of the Brickyard 400 and a primary sponsorship of the tea ... Continue reading
Ward's Reports Estimated North Ameriucan Vehicle Production Week Of June 14, 2004
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 18 -- Vehicle production this week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 340,966 units, up 6.1 percent from the 321,332 cars and trucks built last week, according to Ward's Automotive Reports. Including this week's estimates, calendar year North American output now total ... Continue reading
Nissan's Decherd Plant to Launch New New V6 Based on VQ Engine Series For US Built Pathfinder
DECHERD, Tenn.--June 18, 2004--Technicians at Nissan's Powertrain Assembly Plant are making final plans to launch later this summer the newest addition to Nissan's U.S. engine lineup, one that will be used in the first U.S.-built Pathfinder making its debut later this fall. The 4.0-liter DOHC V6 engine is rated at 260- ... Continue reading
New Car Review: 2004 Mazda RX-8
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2004 Mazda RX-8 The legend continues. Mazda didn't invent the Wankel rotary-piston engine, but the Japanese manufacturer has been the most successful in using it for an automotive powerplant, and no other automaker is identified with the rotary engine as much as Mazda. Starting wit ... Continue reading
TULSA, Okla.--June 18, 2004--QuikTrip Guaranteed Gasoline has been approved by a group of automobile manufacturers as a Top Tier Gasoline. This group is composed of General Motors, Toyota, Honda and BMW, automakers who are concerned about the low levels of detergent additives in gasoline. These companies have created a ... Continue reading
MOORESVILLE, N.C., June 18 -- Meijer Stores has joined Airplus Insoles to sponsor driver Jason Keller and ppc Racing in this weekend's Meijer 300 Presented by Oreo NASCAR Busch Series event at Kentucky Speedway. Meijer, family-owned and operated grocery and general merchandise retailer, is in its second year of sponsor ... Continue reading
The Historic: Monacos 2-week Gift to Motor Racing Nirvana
By Nicholas Frankl Senior Editor. 1997 saw the beginning of a very special tradition - The Historic Grand Prix of Monaco. Run on the very same streets as the annual F1 race, the Historic sought to recapture the magic of a bygone age, when racing cars traveled with an on-board mechanic, gentlemen raced and racers were g ... Continue reading
2004 Concours in Ault Park Wrap-up Report
WOW. Not wow, but WOW. The Cincinnati Athritis Foundation's 27th Annual Concours d'Elegence had it all. Supercars of the past like Daytona, Ghibili SS, Alfa Zagato, and Espada; muscle cars of all types; racing cars like Mirage, Porsche 906s, Ferrari 206SP, and a Ferrari GTO were all there. Contemporary cars like Enzo, ... Continue reading
General Motors Names Forster European Chief in Revamp
June 18, 2004; Jeremy Van Loon writing for Bloomberg reported that General Motors, named Carl-Peter Forster, who heads the Opel unit in Germany, president of the European division in a reorganization aimed at returning to profit. Frederick Henderson, 45, who was named chairman of General Motors Europe, becomes chairman ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Vs. Mitsubishi In Court?
FRANKFURT, June 18, 2004; Reuters reported that DaimlerChrysler has played down any immediate prospect of suing Asian partner Mitsubishi Motors Corp over quality problems at its Japanese truck and bus unit, the Financial Times reported on Friday. The German-American car maker had said earlier this month it was consider ... Continue reading
New on Board: Bertrand Pace; BMW ORACLE Racing Signs on Experienced Frenchman
MUNICH, Germany and NEWPORT, R.I., June 18 -- Bertrand Pace, France's leading match race sailor, has joined the BMW ORACLE Racing team as training helmsman and part of the afterguard for the team's 2007 America's Cup campaign. This week's signing of the 42-year-old will reinforce the afterguard centered around CEO and ... Continue reading
Timken Alloy Steel Europe erhöht Preise für Stahlrohre
CANTON, Ohio, June 17 -- Timken Alloy Steel Europe Limited, eine Tochtergesellschaft der Timken Company, wird nach eigenen Angaben die Basispreise für Stahlrohre um mindestens 7,5 Prozent erhöhen. Die Preissteigerungen betreffen alle Rohre, die nach dem 1. Juli 2004 ausgeliefert werden. Rohmaterialzuschläge werden w ... Continue reading
Industry Panel Focuses Attention for 'Eyes On Design'
DEARBORN, Mich., June 18 -- Visteon Corporation will join the Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology in hosting an "Eyes On Design" industry panel discussion on interior and exterior design. The panel will consist of design experts from the College for Creative Studies, automakers and suppliers. The focus will be on interi ... Continue reading
Telematics Supplier Guidepoint(TM) Adds New Expeditors
Expands Distribution to Car and Truck Dealers in Va., N.C., Fla. PONTIAC, Mich., June 18 -- GPSi, LLC today announced it has signed agreements with several expeditors to distribute and install the Guidepoint(TM) aftermarket telematics system to car dealers in Virginia, North Carolina, and Florida. The Pontiac, Mich.-ba ... Continue reading
Ten-Day Countdown Until New Jersey Goes Hands-Free
Verizon Wireless Reminds Wireless Users to Get Ready to Comply with New Law MORRISTOWN, N.J., June 18 -- New Jersey motorists have until next week to get ready to comply with a new state law requiring drivers to use hands-free devices when talking on their wireless phones. Starting July 1, 2004, motorists could face a ... Continue reading
AAA Texas: Weekend Gas Watch; Gas Prices Move Lower
HOUSTON--June 18, 2004--Gas prices moved lower for the third straight week, according to AAA Texas' Weekend Gas Watch. The national average for regular self-serve gasoline is $1.964 a gallon, 4.6 cents lower than last week's average, but 45 cents higher than last year's average. The Texas average for a gallon of regula ... Continue reading
Corinthian Colleges to Acquire American Motorcycle Institute ( AMI)
- Adds Motorcycle, Marine and Personal Watercraft Technician Curricula - SANTA ANA, Calif., June 18 -- Corinthian Colleges, Inc. today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of privately held A.M.I., Inc. ("AMI") and its one campus. The acquisition expands Corinth ... Continue reading
Torvec Challenges Dow Jones Column; Confirms EPA Results
ROCHESTER, N.Y., June 18 -- Torvec, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: TOVC.OB) today challenged a June 17, 2004 Dow Jones columnist's opinion that the EPA has developed a more efficient pump than Torvec's at the critical start-up phase of vehicle operation. "We stand 100% behind our June 2, 2004 statement that no hydraulic pump ei ... Continue reading
Toyoda Gosei Unveils New Global Brand
AICHI, Japan, June 15 -- Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. announced today that all of its business activities throughout the world will be united under one common "Toyoda Gosei" brand identity in celebration of its 55th anniversary. The purpose of unifying the worldwide brand is to create a sense of unity and pride among employe ... Continue reading
GM North American Vehicle Production for Week of June 7, 2004
Total U.S. Passenger Car 23,286 Total U.S. Truck 49,340 Total Canada Passenger Car 13,077 Total Canada Truck 7,007 Total N.A. Car and Truck 102,950 Note: Totals exclude joint venture, alliance production (i.e. HUMMER, NUMMI, etc.) North American Scheduled Overtime/Downtime for Week of June 21, 2004 Mon6/21 Tue6/22 Wed ... Continue reading
GM On Management Moves, Reorganization in Europe
Streamlined Operations to Lead to More Efficiency, Further Growth for GM Brands ZURICH, Switzerland June 18, 2004; General Motors will reorganize its European operations to simplify the company's structure, speed decision-making and support functional excellence within GM. The restructured organization will operate mor ... Continue reading
GM Europe Shake Up in Opel, Vauxhall, Saab
FRANKFURT, June 18, 2004; Michael Shields writing for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp clipped the wings of its independently-minded European divisions on Friday by concentrating power at its regional headquarters, but did not announce any plans to close plants or cut jobs in its effort to return the European ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: Gas Price Downward Drift Continues
LOS ANGELES--June 18, 2004--Growing inventories sent retail gasoline prices drifting lower last week for the third consecutive week, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's Weekend Gas Watch. The average price of self-serve regular gasoline in the Los Angeles-Long Beach area is $2.319 a gallon, which ... Continue reading
ARCA Trucks Invade Terre Haute
ARCA LINCOLN WELDERS TRUCK SERIES INVADES TERRE HAUTE FRIDAY, JUNE 18 (6-17-04) The ARCA Lincoln Welders Truck Series, in its sixth season of competition, will steer for the Terre Haute Action Track on Friday night, June 18 for the Wabash Valley Harley Davidson 100. It will be the first appearance for the ARCA touring ... Continue reading
Motorock Trans-Am Series Television from Portland - Edgey Racing? You Betcha
CONTACT: Justin Anderson, Ph: 704-348-9400, Cell: 704-589-2100 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CORRECTION: SPIKE TV AND HDNET TO BROADCAST ALBERTSONS TRANS-AM 100 PORTLAND, Ore. (June 17, 2004) ‹ The release distributed yesterday announcing the television coverage for this weekend¹s Albertsons Trans-Am 100 at Portland Int ... Continue reading
Elkhart Lake Chamber to Receive Governor's Cup at Road America
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-- TOPIC: In an effort to reduce the number of auto crashes resulting from fatigued drivers, the Texas Department of Transportation plans to set up free wireless Internet access at rest stops and travel centers to persuade drivers to take more breaks, according to an article by The Associated Press. The National Highwa ... Continue reading
Contact: Todd Fisher (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE School Bus Racing Encore Postponed Until Sunday at SSP NEWBERRYTOWN, PA (June 17, 2004) â“ Thursday night, June 17â™s racing program at the Susquehanna Speedway Park has been postponed due to rain until Sunday, June 20. School Bus Racing retur ... Continue reading
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