Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. to Announce Second Quarter 2017 Financial Results on August 8
ESTERO, Fla., July 18, 2017 -- Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. announced today that it plans to report its second quarter 2017 financial results at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, August 8 and will host its accompanying webcast to discuss such results at 5:00 p.m. ET. This webcast can be accessed through a link ... Continue reading
Hoffa: Teamsters Disappointed By Lack Of Specifics In New NAFTA Objectives
WASHINGTON, July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is a statement by Teamsters General President James P. Hoffa on the White House's release of its "Summary of Objectives for the NAFTA Renegotiation" last night. "I am disappointed that the latest version of the administration's goals for a NAFTA replace ... Continue reading
Lexus LC 500 Showcased in Marvel Studios' Black Panther
SAN DIEGO, July 18, 2017 -- Today, on the brink of the opening of Comic-Con International: San Diego, Lexus and Marvel have announced a collaboration to pair the first-ever 2018 Lexus LC with Marvel's dynamic Black Panther character in the highly anticipated film, Marvel Studios' Black Panther, slated to hit theaters ... Continue reading
Myers Industries Announces Reporting Date and Conference Call for 2017 Second Quarter Results
AKRON, Ohio—Myers Industries, Inc. today announced that it will report financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2017 on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 before the market opens. The Company will host a conference call the same day at 10 a.m. Eastern Time to review its performance. ... Continue reading
New York-Area UNFI Drivers Win First Teamsters Contract
MONTGOMERY, N.Y., July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Drivers who deliver groceries for United Natural Foods, Inc. in Montgomery ratified their first-ever Teamster contract this weekend. The contract guarantees overtime pay after 40 hours worked in a week, yearly pay raises, protections against unfair discipline, ... Continue reading
NIAS and SkyOp Partner on Drone Workforce Development Training Program
LAS VEGAS, July 18, 2017 -- The FAA-Designated Nevada UAS Test Site and the Nevada Institute for Autonomous Systems (NIAS) have entered into a partnership with New York based training and education provider, SkyOp LLC, to offer drone training programs and courseware to the West Coast. Las Vegas will serve as the Wes ... Continue reading
Ownership Cycle for Cars Could Drop to 3 Years by 2021: Infiniti Research
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Astronaut William McArthur Retires from NASA
HOUSTON, July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- After almost three decades of service to the agency, veteran NASA astronaut William McArthur has retired from NASA. His last day with the agency was June 24. ... Continue reading
ATA Truck Tonnage Index Fell 4.3% in June
ARLINGTON, Va., July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- American Trucking Associations' advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index fell 4.3% in June, following a 6.9% gain during May. In June, the index equaled 138.5 (2000=100), down from 144.7 in May. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—The "Automotive Relay Market by Type, Load & Application, ICE & EV and 48V Relay Market - Global Forecast to 2022" report has been added to Research and Markets' offering. The automotive relay market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.20% during the forecast period, to reach a market size of USD 16.75 billion ... Continue reading
Customers for spectacular Bugatti Chiron get exclusive preview event at Grand Touring Automobiles
VAUGHAN, ON, July 18, 2017 /CNW/ - If knowledgeable car enthusiasts thought they spotted the rarest, fastest and most exclusive sports car in the world prowling the roads around Toronto recently, it was no mirage: The spectacular new Bugatti Chiron made a special visit to Grand Touring Automobiles this week. The Grand ... Continue reading
FleetPride Opens Second Location In Houston
IRVING, Texas, July 18, 2017 -- FleetPride, the nation's largest independent distributor of aftermarket heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, recently opened a second branch in Houston to enhance its service to customers in southeast Texas. FleetPride now has 26 branches in Texas, more than any other state, and a total ... Continue reading
Frontier Airlines Expands Low Fares To 90 Percent Of The U.S. Population
DENVER, July 18, 2017 -- Frontier Airlines has announced a significant network expansion adding 21 new cities which will increase the number of destinations served by the low-fare carrier by 30 percent and double the number of total routes. By next spring, Frontier will offer low fares to 90 percent of the U.S. popu ... Continue reading
Lectra's Versalis Boosts Automotive Leather Suppliers' Overall Productivity with Fully Integrated, Digitalized Approach to Automotive Leather Cutting LONDON, July 19, 2017 -- Based on its recent analysis of the automotive leather- cutting equipment market, Frost & Sullivan has conferred Lectra with the 2017 Global Fro ... Continue reading
Geotab, Panasonic Automotive and Sumitomo Electric Join Auto-ISAC
WASHINGTON, July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center (Auto-ISAC) welcomes Geotab, Panasonic Automotive and Sumitomo Electric as new members. The inclusion of these companies exemplifies the Auto-ISAC's continued efforts to promote collaboration between Tier 1 supp ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—The "Global Automotive Winter Tire Market 2017-2021" report has been added to Research and Markets' offering. The analysts forecast the global automotive winter tire market to grow at a CAGR of 4.36% during the period 2017-2021. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—The "Global Car Leasing Market 2017-2021" report has been added to Research and Markets' offering. The analysts forecast the global Car Leasing market to grow at a CAGR of 12.61% during the period 2017-2021. ... Continue reading
Honda Indy Toronto raises nearly $90,000 for Make-A-Wish® Canada
Eight years of fan and partner generosity exceeds $600,000 TORONTO, July 18, 2017 /CNW/ - Thanks to the incredible generosity of race fans, the Ontario Honda Dealers Association (OHDA) and the Honda Canada Foundation (HCF), nearly $90,000 was raised for Make-A-Wish® Canada during the Honda Indy Toronto race weekend. ... Continue reading
KARTING CHALLENGE OF FLORIDA AT PALM BEACH KARTING IS CREATED
Having trouble viewing this email? Click here http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1104746721047&ca=3d99ad2d-a714-42bd-a251-dcd337c86dac FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Release Date: July 18, 2017 Prepared by: Race Tech Development Group Contact: Info@RaceTechDevelopment.com KARTING CHALLENGE OF FLORIDA AT PALM BEACH ... Continue reading
West Virginia DMV Ribbon-Cutting Held for New Self-Service Kiosk at Clarksburg Sheetz
CHARLESTON, W. Va.—DMV Commissioner Pat Reed and representatives from the Harrison County Chamber of Commerce were on-hand this morning at the Clarksburg Sheetz on Stoneybrook Road to promote the newest DMV kiosk. The press event, which began at 11 a.m., focused on the easy-to-use, customer-centered kiosks, which now ... Continue reading
SAN FRANCISCO, July 18, 2017 -- XOJET, the leader in on-demand private-jet travel, signals a new era in private aviation with a new suite of membership programs as the trusted advisor and leading provider of aviation solutions for today's modern flyers. Called XOJET Access Solutions™, the new membership program also ... Continue reading
Yamaha Purchases Bennett Marine, Inc.
Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Bennett Marine's new AutoTrim Pro (ATP) automatically and actively levels the pitch and roll of most boats with trim tab systems at an affordable price point. (Photo: Business Wire) ???pagination.previous??? ???pagination.next??? Bennett Marine's new AutoTrim Pro (ATP) automatically an ... Continue reading
Daimler Board Commits To Diesel Engine Recall and Repair Plan
Daimler Board of Management decides on a comprehensive plan for diesel engines ·Substantial expansion of voluntary service actions to over three million vehicles in Europe ·No costs will be involved for customers ·Rapid market launch of the new Diesel engine family Stuttgart July 18, 2017; The Daimler Board of Manag ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Powertrain Debuts IROX® 2 Polymer Bearings
WIESBADEN, Germany, July 18, 2017 -- Federal-Mogul Powertrain is extending its crankshaft bearing portfolio with a new high performance polymeric coating, IROX® 2, that will debut at the 2017 IAA show in Frankfurt, Germany. The newly developed product provides enhanced seizure performance with steel crankshafts. ... Continue reading
IHG Announces The Opening Of The Largest Holiday Inn Express® Hotel In The Americas
ATLANTA, July 18, 2017 -- InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of the 44-story, 596-room Holiday Inn Express® Waikiki hotel—the largest Holiday Inn Express property in the Americas region. Located just three blocks from Waikiki Beach, two blocks ... Continue reading
Insignia Group Launches Jaguar Land Rover North America Configurator
ROCK HILL, S.C., July 18, 2017 -- Insignia Group LC, the industry leader for accessory sales process consulting and configurator software, in partnership with Jaguar Land Rover corporate headquarters in Mahwah NJ, is now offering Jaguar Land Rover retailers JLR-branded vehicle-to-accessory visual configurators for use ... Continue reading
Kerrigan Advisors Represents Honda of Hollywood in its Sale to Bakhtiari Auto Group
IRVINE, Calif.—Kerrigan Advisors, the leading sell-side advisory firm to auto dealers in the US, represented and advised Honda of Hollywood, one of Southern California’s oldest Honda dealerships, in its sale to Bakhtiari Auto Group. Honda of Hollywood is owned by Patricia, Don, and Bill Robertson. ... Continue reading
Wyndham Hotel Group Strengthens Its Midscale Bench with Acquisition of AmericInn
PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 18, 2017 -- Further cementing its long-standing position as a leader in the midscale hotel segment, Wyndham Hotel Group – the hospitality giant with an unparalleled portfolio of more than 8,000 hotels globally – today announced plans to acquire the Minnesota-based AmericInn® hotel brand and ... Continue reading
AAPEX Technology Intersection to Provide View of Future
Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail The Technology Intersection at AAPEX 2017 in Las Vegas will give attendees a look at the future of the automotive aftermarket industry. (Photo: Business Wire) ???pagination.previous??? ???pagination.next??? The Technology Intersection at AAPEX 2017 in Las Vegas will give attendees a lo ... Continue reading
Government of Canada supports better transportation and improved safety with highway rehabilitation
RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF DUFFERIN NO. 190, SK, July 18, 2017 /CNW/ - Modern and efficient roadways are crucial to encouraging and supporting economic activity, facilitating trade, and creating good paying, middle class jobs. ... Continue reading
Norwegian Announces First American tailfin Hero: Benjamin Franklin
NEW YORK, July 18, 2017 -- Norwegian, the World's Best Low-Cost Long-Haul Airline and Europe's Best Low-Cost Airline, today announced Benjamin Franklin as its first American tailfin hero. The likeness of the inventor and statesman, who was often called the "first American" because of his tireless campaigning to unify t ... Continue reading
SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 18, 2017 -- Four driver education teachers from Hawaii, Missouri, North Dakota and Oregon have been selected by their peers to receive the Teacher Excellence Award at the national conference of the American Driver & Traffic Safety Education Association (ADTSEA) here. The Teacher Excellence Awar ... Continue reading
How much is that old Volkswagen worth, anyway?
Always wanted to own a classic 1967 Volkswagen Beetle? Been looking for a vintage VW Microbus to relive the nostalgia of the 1970’s? While the market can count on new cars substantially getting better year-over- year, the collector car market ebbs and flows in ways that can puzzle even the experts. “The collector c ... Continue reading
New Appearance Package for 2018 Mustang Puts Pony Logo Back in Chrome Corral
New Appearance Package for 2018 Mustang Puts Pony Logo Back in Chrome Corral ... Continue reading
NATSO, Others Applaud Legislation to Extend, Phase Out Biodiesel Blenders' Tax Credit
ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 18, 2017 NATSO, the national association representing truckstops and travel plazas, along with the Advanced Biofuels Association, National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS), Society of Independent Gasoline Marketers of America (SIGMA), Petroleum Marketers Association of America (PMAA) and t ... Continue reading
Ford Takes Over Woodward Dream Cruise Sponsorship From Long Time Sponsor Chevrolet
In support of the 2017 Woodward Dream Cruise, Ford becomes presenting sponsor of America’s largest annual celebration of automotive history and culture ... Continue reading
Chrysler Brand Announces Sponsorship and Support of 'Sesame Street' +VIDEO
Partnership to Include Digital and Television Sponsorship and Online Video Series, Launching on Monday, July 17, Across Chrysler Brand’s Digital and Social Channels July 17, 2017 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler today announced that it is now a proud sponsor and supporter of ... Continue reading
Ford Mustang: - Orange Is the New Snack:
Inspired by the new Orange Fury exterior color available on the 2018 Ford Mustang, the treats are the result of Ford color and materials design manager, Barb Whalen, engaging the creative Coolhaus product developers to capture the essence of the iconic pony car and its eye-popping new color.</p> ... Continue reading
Axalta and TAFE NSW Celebrate Inaugural Training Graduation in Australia
SYDNEY—Axalta Coating Systems , a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, celebrates the success of its partnership with educational institute TAFE New South Wales, with the graduation of its inaugural program’s first students. TAFE, or Technical and Further Education, is Australia’s leading provid ... Continue reading
Baidu and Microsoft join forces in the intelligent cloud to advance autonomous driving
REDMOND, Wash., July 18, 2017 -- Microsoft Corp. and Baidu Inc. today announced plans to partner in order to take the technical development and adoption of autonomous driving worldwide. As a member of the Apollo alliance, Microsoft will provide global scale for Apollo outside of China with the Microsoft Azure cloud. ... Continue reading
Copart Announces Expansion of Its Candia, N.H. and West Warren, Mass. Locations
DALLAS, July 18, 2017 -- Copart, Inc. , a global online vehicle auction company, is excited to announce the expansion of its locations in Candia, New Hampshire and West Warren, Massachusetts. "We have grown our business in New England and across the Northeast and are proud to announce these expansions," said Jay Ada ... Continue reading
Cunard offers guests Free Drinks in Balcony and Above†, with only a $200 Reduced Deposit per person^ on select 2018 voyages VALENCIA, Calif., July 18, 2017 -- Cunard is now offering the Drinks on Us sale which delights guests with Free Drinks in Balcony staterooms and Grill Suites with a $200 Reduced Deposit per pers ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—The "Global Automotive Axles Market 2017-2021" report has been added to Research and Markets' offering. The analysts forecast the global automotive axles market to grow at a CAGR of 4.93% during the period 2017-2021. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—The "Global Motorcycle Rear and Front Wheels Lift-up Control Market 2017-2021" report has been added to Research and Markets' offering. The analysts forecast the global motorcycle rear and front wheels lift-up control market to grow at a CAGR of 11.17% during the period 2017-2021. ... Continue reading
DUBLIN—The "Growth Opportunities in the Global Silane Market" report has been added to Research and Markets' offering. The global silane market is expected to reach an estimated $1.8 billion by 2022 and it is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2017 to 2022. ... Continue reading
Gulfstream Delivers 550th G550
SAVANNAH, Ga., July 18, 2017 -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced that it has delivered its 550th Gulfstream G550, solidifying the aircraft's position as one of business aviation's most popular jets. "This milestone delivery affirms the continued demand for the G550, one of the most dependable and sought-after ... Continue reading
DANVERS, Mass.—International Cars, Ltd. (ICL) and its family of dealerships including Honda North, Audi Stratham, Porsche of Stratham, Dover Honda and Dover Chevrolet announced its 14th year as a presenting sponsor of Emmaus’ 29th Annual Cycle for Shelter on Sunday, July 23 in Haverhill, MA. ... Continue reading
SANTA MONICA, Calif., July 18, 2017 -- NACE Automechanika Chicago, the largest U.S. trade show dedicated to high-end technical and management-related training for automotive collision and service repair shops, announces scholarship winners, program fundraisers and generous car donations from the National Auto Body Cou ... Continue reading
Nationwide makes advancements in digital innovation through voice-integration technology
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 18, 2017 -- As Nationwide continues to make industry-leading advancements in digital technology, the company has enhanced its current Nationwide skill for Amazon Alexa by adding a SmartRide® capability. The goal is to provide a new way to communicate with Nationwide members about its safe-driving, ... Continue reading
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Sixt Rent-a-Car Continues US Expansion with New Locations Coming to San Antonio and San Diego
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 18, 2017 -- Sixt Rent-a-Car, the world's premiere affordable luxury car rental service with more than 4,000 locations in over 115 countries, is renowned around the world for its one-of-a-kind "Sixt experience", meeting the needs of today's tech-savvy consumer. Today, the company is continui ... Continue reading
STARTING FRIDAY: America's premier gathering of performance vehicles - Bowling Green, KY July 21-23
For hi-res images, broll, advance interviews or on-site media opportunities, contact Jessica Redden, Bohlsen Group | jredden@bohlsengroup.com | 317.275.2052 AMERICA’S PREMIER GATHERING OF PERFORMANCE VEHICLES IN BOWLING GREEN, KENTUCKY CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE CAR CRAFT SUMMER NATIONALS July 21-23, 2017 Now at Beec ... Continue reading
Fiat 500: 10 Days Of Celebrations For A Journey Sixty Years In The Making
The journey of the Fiat 500 has been 60 years in the making. The unrelenting ‘great little car’ has gone from Dante Giacosa's desk to the gates of the Mirafiori factory, and from the long avenues of Torino, to the MoMA in New York. ... Continue reading
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