Infiniti Announces Pricing on 2010 Infiniti FX Models
FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 2 -- Infiniti today announced pricing on the 2010 Infiniti FX, which is on sale now at Infiniti retailers nationwide. The second-generation FX enters its second year of production in 2010 as one of the most radical expressions of sport and utility available today. It is offered with a choice of a ... Continue reading
Neohydro Technologies Corp. Identifies Target Markets for It's Green Interactive Hybrid System
CALGARY, Alberta--Neohydro Technologies Corp. (OTCBB:NHYT), a Company focused on âGreenâ technologies in the automotive, transportation, and power generation sectors, identifies additional target markets for its Green Interactive Hybrid System (GIHS). Although the average consumer will benefit by the addition ... Continue reading
Deer-Vehicle Collisions: Warning to Motorists, Fall Is Peak Season
The I.I.I. Offers Tips to Avoid Deer-Related Accidents Cars and deer can be a lethal combination. Deer migration and mating season generally runs from October through December, and causes a dramatic increase in the movement of the deer population. As a result, more deer-vehicle collisions occur in this period than at a ... Continue reading
Electric Vehicles: Nissan LEAF Electric Car Reservations to Begin in the U.S. in Spring 2010
Nissan North America Targets 20,000 Reservations by Launch Near End of 2010; Will Expand Production to U.S. in 2012 FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 1 -- In response to strong initial demand for the Nissan LEAF zero-emission electric car, Nissan North America, Inc. announced it will begin taking reservations for LEAF in spring 20 ... Continue reading
Automotive Logistics Global: Car Industry Set to Stay Lean and Mean, but Good Times are Ahead
DETROIT, Michigan, October 2 -- So-called normal sales of new cars in the USA won't return until 2012, a conference in Detroit heard this week. And tight inventory levels, which have saved Ford alone some $1.5 billion worldwide so far this year, will remain the challenge for logistics providers as well as carmakers. US ... Continue reading
Top 5 Tailgate Tips: Protecting Your Passengers and Car This Fall
Insurance.com RateWatch finds average car insurance rates fell to $1,855 in third quarter CLEVELAND, Oct. 1 -- As fall arrives, sports fans are stocking their cars with grills, food and friends and heading out to enjoy the game. If you're tailgating this year, check your car insurance policy to ensure you're covered fo ... Continue reading
Maserati Grancabrio Uk Premiere in London
A breathtaking spectacle at London's Royal Horticultural Halls was put on to greet the arrival of Maserati's latest creation: the GranCabrio. ... Continue reading
The Best Finance Offers for the Best Vans From Volkswagen
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles' end of year offers give customers even better value for money - especially for any remaining stocks of the current Transporter. The company is also delighted to announce it is freezing most prices of its Contract Hire and Finance Lease deals until the end of 2009. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Stretches to £80,000 With New Equus
The most sophisticated and luxurious Hyundai ever has just been launched in South Korea. The long-wheelbase version of the Equus saloon is the largest and most expensive vehicle in the Hyundai line-up, rivalling the likes of the BMW 7-Series and the Mercedes S-Class. Prices for the Equus Limousine start at approximatel ... Continue reading
Yokohama Tire Corporation-sponsored Drivers Red Hot at Redline Time Attack Race at Spring Mountain
FULLERTON, October 1, 2009: The weather was hot, but Yokohama Tire Corporation-sponsored drivers were on fire, scorching the competition with two first-places finishes, three second-place finishes and the overall event title at the Redline Time Attack race at Spring Mountain Motorsports Park in Pahrump, Nevada, Septemb ... Continue reading
Coughlin Heads For Ohio Valley Open
LOUISVILLE, October 1, 2009: A week after winning his third JEGS NHRA Northern SPORTSnationals title in the last five years, Mike Coughlin will try to strike while the iron is hot as he brings his JEGS.com Chevy Cobalt back into battle at the 35th annual Doorslammer Nationals at Ohio Valley Dragway just outside of Loui ... Continue reading
MX-5 Cup Season Concludes at VIR
ALTON, October 1, 2009: The 2009 SCCA Pro Racing Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup season will come to a close this weekend in spectacular fashion, as the series will make its VIRginia International Raceway debut with a doubleheader finale event. The 2009 season has been all about Todd Lamb. The driver of the No. 84 AMG/Traqmate/ ... Continue reading
Brawn GP Preview - Suzuka - October 2, 2009
The first of the practice sessions for this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix got underway today with rain showers impacting on the amount of track time for all of the teams around the 5.897km Suzuka circuit. The morning practice session started on a wet track which began to dry out as the session progressed to allow Jenso ... Continue reading
Mazda Looks to Accelerate Police Vehicle Sales
Demand for Mazda cars from police forces across Britain and Government agencies is accelerating. Currently vehicles are used for covert operations by many of the country's 42 police forces and some Government agencies, including HM Revenue and Customs. ... Continue reading
Chevrolet and the MPG Marathon
A learner driver proved that not all young drivers are reckless and inconsiderate by achieving an impressive fuel economy improvement in the annual MPG Marathon. ... Continue reading
Renault Kangoo Drives Away With Green Van Accolade at Fleet Van Awards 2009
Renault is celebrating its third fleet title van award of the year after New Kangoo Van won 'Green Van of the Year - Conventional Fuels ' at the Fleet Van Awards 2009. ... Continue reading
Skoda Supports Extended Scrappage Scheme
Skoda UK confirmed that it welcomes the government's announcement extending the scrappage scheme. ... Continue reading
Two Michelin tyres in RiDER Power top 10
Readers of RiDE Magazine have voted the Michelin Pilot Road 2 as their number one tyre in the magazine's 2009 RiDER Power survey. The Michelin Pilot Power 2CT was the highest-rated sports tyre, coming in at number four in the top ten. ... Continue reading
Bentley and Vindis Group in New Partnership for Norwich
Bentley Norwich, the famous British car company's official dealership in East Anglia, has joined the Vindis Group, one of the region's most successful and well-established motor retailers. Vindis Group, which has close to fifty years of automotive industry experience and employs over 600 people at 16 outlets covering C ... Continue reading
Skoda Australia Announces Its Vehicle for the Global Green Car Challenge
The newly launched Skoda Superb, the most luxurious car Skoda has ever built, is officially taking part in the Global Green Car Challenge later this month. With its timeless design and spacious interior, combined with class leading fuel efficient technology, the Superb will truly mark its place in the large car segment ... Continue reading
Ford-Sponsored Solar Car arrives Down Under
The Ford-sponsored University of Michigan Solar Car team recently visited Ford Australia, displaying their "Infinium" Solar Car, which is entered in the world-renowned Global Green Challenge. The Global Green Challenge will see solar car entries from universities around the world compete in a race from Darwin to Adelai ... Continue reading
MINI Diesel Wins Bathurst 1000!
Thirty-three years after it won the Bathurst endurance event outright, a MINI Cooper has returned to victory lane at Mt Panorama. ... Continue reading
Mazda Australia's refreshed 7-seat SUV range, CX-9, has arrived in dealerships nationwide boasting a suite of additional features, a more expressive design and an improved fuel economy of 12.2L per 100km. ... Continue reading
Honda Celebrates with Two Limited Edition Models
To celebrate its 40th anniversary in Australia, Honda has created two limited edition models. The 40th Anniversary Civic LE and the 40th Anniversary Accord LE. ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Reports True Cost of Incentives: Incentives on the Rise Through Year-End
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, estimated today that the average automotive manufacturer incentive in the U.S. was $2,557 per vehicle sold in September 2009, up $83, or 3.4 percent, from August 2009, and down $344, or 11.9 percent, from September 2008. âAf ... Continue reading
2009 JEGS Top Dragster Shootout reset for Indy 2010, sponsorship extended
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jay Hullinger, NHRA North Central Division (765) 689-8727 2009 JEGS Top Dragster Shootout reset for Indy 2010, sponsorship extended BUNKER HILL, Ind. (Oct. 1, 2009) -- The JEGS Top Dragster Shootout that was to run in conjunction with the recent JEGS NHRA Northern SPORTSnationals was rain ... Continue reading
AAA Study Finds Most Motorists Drive Under Severe Conditions, Do Not Realize It
AAA Car Care Month study finds 62 percent of motorists operate their vehicles under one or more severe service conditions while only six percent think they do ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- AAA has always advised motorists to follow the automobile manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule to imp ... Continue reading
*CONTACT:* Dave Ryan ryan.dave@epa.gov 202-564-7827 202-564-4355 * * *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* October 1, 2009 Four Cogeneration Facilities Earn Energy Star Award for Significant Energy Savings *WASHINGTON*--EPA presented Energy Star Combined Heat and Power (CHP) awards to four organizations for using highly efficient sy ... Continue reading
Audiovox Acquires German Accessories Leader SCHWAIGER
NEW YORK, Oct. 1 -- Audiovox Corporation announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, Audiovox German Holdings GmbH, has completed the acquisition of SCHWAIGER, a German market leader in consumer electronics accessories as well as SAT and receiver technologies. The Company enjoys strong sales through the specializ ... Continue reading
AutoChina International To List On the NASDAQ Capital Market; New Ticker Symbol to be “AUTC”
BEIJING--AutoChina International Limited (“AutoChina” or the “Company”) (OTCBB: AUCLF, AUCWF, AUCUF), a leading one-stop commercial vehicle sales and leasing company in China offering its customers affordable lease-to-own options, today announced that it has received approval to list its common stock, warrants, ... Continue reading
Auto Financial Group Signs with United Federal Credit Union
HOUSTON--Auto Financial Group (AFG), an online provider of residual-based financing products for credit unions, announced today that it has signed an agreement with United Federal Credit Union (UFCU). Under the agreement, UFCU will offer AFG’s DrivingSense as an indirect lending option. DrivingSense is an auto financ ... Continue reading
Beckman banking on momentum in Memphis
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2009 NHRA FULL THROTTLE DRAG RACING SERIES Round 3 of six in Countdown to 1 Playoffs Round 21 of 24 for season NHRA MID-SOUTH NATIONALS Memphis Motorsports Park Oct. 2-4, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net BECKMAN BANKING ON MO ... Continue reading
Bob Strandworld Properties to donate Craig Raudmans hood for charity
For Immediate release While Bob Strandwold and his race teams will be testing for the Spears SRL race at Stockton 99 Speedway this Friday night, his familiar #2 car, driven by Craig Raudman, will be on display at the Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club for the Clubcorp Charity Classic Golf & Dining Event. Bob is donating ... Continue reading
Bosch Technologies Help Automakers Meet Future Fuel Economy Standards
-- Bosch displays advanced technologies at 'The Drive to 35.5' ride and drive -- Dominance of internal-combustion engine will remain unchallenged in the next 20 years -- Hybrid technology is a bridge to the electric vehicle -- In 2009 alone, $4.3 billion to be invested in R&D FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 1 -- Awarenes ... Continue reading
Carfax Applauds Consumer Protection Award Recipients
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Carfax congratulates the recipients of the 2009 National Consumers League Trumpeter Award, Steve Kroft and Hilda L. Solis. Mr. Kroft is an awarding-winning investigative reporter for CBS and Ms. Solis is the current U.S. Secretary of Labor. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080507/CARFA ... Continue reading
CarInsurance.com Premium Index Shows Latest Car Insurance Trends
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla.--U.S. annual auto insurance premiums averaged $1,674 in September 2009! Get a quote for car insurance and compare your rate to the CarInsurance.com Premium Index (CPI). CPI reports the lowest annual car insurance rates customers received when they compare quotes at CarInsurance.com. CPI includes ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 1 -- -- Company holds Tenth Annual Matchmaker event -- Event draws more than 700 participants including 200 exhibitors eligible to support Company's supply base -- Company sourcing to minority-owned businesses has increased to $41 billion since 1983 Chrysler Group LLC reaffirmed its historic c ... Continue reading
CTIA–The Wireless Association Statement on the Distracted Driving Summit Closing Remarks
WASHINGTON--Today, CTIA-The Wireless Association® President and CEO Steve Largent issued the following statement in response to the closing remarks by the White House and Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood on distracted driving: “The wireless industry remains committed to educating all drivers about t ... Continue reading
ELKHART, Ind.--CTS Corporation today announced that it was awarded a new production program for a small engine throttle position sensor (SETPS) by an Indian Tier 1 supplier. The SETPS will be part of the carburetor assembly on engines for motorcycles produced by a major Indian motorcycle manufacturer for the Indian mar ... Continue reading
Drew Industries' Recent Acquisitions Expand Product Lines
Front Entry Doors for Manufactured Homes WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Oct. 1 -- Drew Industries Incorporated , a leading supplier of components for recreational vehicles (RV) and manufactured homes, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Kinro purchased from Philips Products, Inc. certain inventory and equipment used ... Continue reading
Dyadic International Completes FDA GRAS Notification Process for C1-Derived Cellulase Enzyme
JUPITER, Fla.--Dyadic International, Inc. (Pink Sheets:DYAI) (“Dyadic”) today announced that it has received acknowledgement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) that it has no questions at this time regarding Dyadic’s conclusion that the cellulase enzyme preparation derived from a genetically m ... Continue reading
Eaton to Announce Third Quarter 2009 Earnings on October 19; Live Webcast Scheduled for 10 a.m.
CLEVELAND--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation will announce third quarter 2009 earnings on Monday, October 19, before the opening of the New York Stock Exchange. The company will host a conference call at 10 a.m. Eastern time that day to discuss third quarter 2009 earnings results with securities ana ... Continue reading
ECODRIVINGUSA PARTNERS WITH EMPLOYERS TO PROMOTE SAFE, SMART AND EFFICIENT DRIVING
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Audio, hard copy requests, contact information and more available at: http://www2.prnewswire.com/broadcast/36662/press.html NEW YORK, October 1 -- THIS IS A MULTIVU SPECIAL REPORT BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE ALLIANCE OF AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURERS. IT'S DRIVE SAFELY WORK WEEK AND ECODRIVING IN CONJUNCTION ... Continue reading
ESRI Commits to Clinton Global Initiative with Carbon Reduction Solution
REDLANDS, Calif.--The City and County of San Francisco is working with ESRI and NAVTEQ to implement a pilot program that reduces greenhouse gas emissions. This project is part of a commitment with the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI). By using ESRI's ArcLogistics software, San Francisco will optimize its fleet operation ... Continue reading
FW: Kurt Johnson/ACDelco Racing/O'Reilly NHRA Mid-South Nationals
From: Jeff Romack Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 11:43 AM To: Jeff Romack Subject: Kurt Johnson/ACDelco Racing/O'Reilly NHRA Mid-South Nationals [cid:image001.jpg@01CA428B.25E82A60] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jeff Romack ACDelco Racing Communications Office: 317.843.5447 Cell: 317.698.1016 jeff.romack@pmgincorpor ... Continue reading
ST. PAUL, Minn.--There is a safety issue on America’s roads that rarely comes to light: dim headlight bulbs and hazy headlight lenses, both of which may lead to reduced visibility. As Daylight Savings Time ends, and kids hit the streets trick-or-treating, the importance of clear nighttime visibility increases. 3M Car ... Continue reading
Honda Nano Technology Has Promise for New Class of Electronics
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Microscopic carbon nanotubes 100,000 times thinner than a human hair may have the potential to transport electricity faster and over greater distances with minimal loss of energy, according to new research that will be published Friday, in the October 2nd edition of Science magazine. The research was le ... Continue reading
Honeywell Launches VNT(TM) DualBoost Turbo on New Ford Power Stroke Engine
Innovative Dual Compressor Design Approaches Two-stage Benefits in One Single Package TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 1 -- Honeywell has unveiled its groundbreaking VNT(TM) DualBoost turbocharger on Ford's all-new 6.7-Liter V-8 Power Stroke diesel engine. Honeywell's newest single turbo technology delivers turbo benefits approa ... Continue reading
JAMA UPDATE NEWS: Chairman's Comment / Autumn Road Safety Campaign
*: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: ------------------------------------------------------------- JAMA UPDATE NEWS [ http://www.jama-english.jp/ ] ------------------------------------------------------------- *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: *: October 2, 2009 Update 1: JAMA Comments on Launch o ... Continue reading
JEGS SPORTSnationals champ Coughlin heads for Ohio Valley open (NHRA/JEGS)
JEGS SPORTSnationals champ Coughlin heads for Ohio Valley open LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Oct 1) – A week after winning his third JEGS NHRA Northern SPORTSnationals title in the last five years, Mike Coughlin will try to strike while the iron is hot as he brings his JEGS.com Chevy Cobalt back into battle at the 35th annua ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls-Saft: A new Management Team to Reinforce Market Leadership
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, October 1 -- Alex Molinaroli, president Johnson Controls Power Solutions and John Searle, president and CEO of Saft, announce leadership changes within their companies' joint venture Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions, reflecting the increased investment and commitment they are making ... Continue reading
KBB.COM LAUNCHES NEW- AND USED-CAR CLASSIFIED SITE: THE TRUSTED MARKETPLACE(SM)
First One-Stop Shop for Car Pricing, Research and Buying ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Audio, hard copy requests, contact information and more available at: http://www2.prnewswire.com/broadcast/39837/press.html NEW YORK, October 1 -- THIS IS A MULTIVU SPECIAL REPORT BROUGHT TO YOU BY KBB.COM. FOR THE FIRST TIME, CONSUMERS ARE ... Continue reading
Los Angeles Solar Flowers Bloom in Americana Display October 3 - 18
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 1 -- "Solar Flowers" reaching up to 18 feet high are blossoming at The Americana in Los Angeles, and not only are they good for reviving spirits, they're good for reviving computers and cell phones too. The oversized flower sculptures are partially powered by solar panels on the back of their petals a ... Continue reading
Mazda Donates Four MAZDA6 Sedans to Dillard University
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today donated four 2009 MAZDA6 sedans to Dillard University, a private, historically black, liberal arts institution, located in New Orleans, LA. The MAZDA6 sedans will be used by Dillard University's Security Department as well as for other operational u ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Reports September Sales of 16,985
Second Highest Month of the Year MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 1 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported September sales of 16,985 vehicles. While sales were down 9.6% compared to September 2008, the monthly volume was MBUSA's second highest of the year. The volume leaders for the month were the C-, E-, and M-Class with sal ... Continue reading
MINI USA Celebrates Motor-Tober 2009
The Holiday to Enjoy Before the Real Holiday Season Begins WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Oct. 1 -- Today kicks off the 3rd annual Motor-Tober celebration, MINI's made-up holiday that lasts the entire month of October. Motor-Tober is about enjoying horsepower and go-kart handling, saving money with great deals and celebrating f ... Continue reading
NADAguides.com Awards 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350 'Car of the Month' for October
- Luxury and Sophistication, Combined with World-Class Technology Define E350 - COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 1 -- NADAguides.com, the leading provider of vehicle pricing and information, today announced that the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350 has received the NADAguides.com "Car of the Month" award for October. The 2010 Mercedes- ... Continue reading
New Blog from Allen Johnson on Moparspeed.com
Check out the latest blog by Team Mopar® NHRA Full Throttle Pro Stock driver Allen Johnson on www.moparspeed.com. Darren Jacobs Team Mopar P.R. J.R. Thompson Co. ... Continue reading
BURTONSVILLE, Md.--New Energy Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: NENE), a next-generation alternative and renewable energy developer, today announced that important durability tests of the Company’s MotionPower™- Auto technology for generating electricity from the movement of cars will be conducted at the Four Seasons Hote ... Continue reading
New York Voters Express Strong Support for Red-light Cameras
NEW YORK--A new statewide survey conducted by national research firm Public Opinion Strategies (POS) reveals 77 percent of New York voters support the use of red-light cameras to monitor vehicles that run red lights compared to just 18 percent opposed. This widespread public support for red-light camera safety programs ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA Southeast Division Summit Racing Series Finals South Georgia Motorsports Park, Cecil, Ga., Thursday, October 1, 2009 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA, (626) 688-8646 RACING UNDERWAY FOR NHRA SOUTHEAST DIVISION SUMMIT RACING SERIES FINALS CECIL, Ga. (Oct. 1, 2009) - The NHRA Southeast Division Summit ... Continue reading
Objet Expands Family of Rubber-Like Model Materials with TangoBlackPlus
New Material Simulates Parts Traditionally Made Out of Rubber; Moves Products to Market Faster REHOVOT, Israel, Oct. 1 -- Objet Geometries, the innovation leader in 3D printing, today released the TangoBlackPlus, a new material that allows designers and manufacturers to create high-quality parts that more closely resem ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Exceeds M-ATV Delivery Schedule for Third Consecutive Month
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation announced today that for the third consecutive month, it has exceeded its contract delivery requirements for MRAP All Terrain Vehicles (M-ATV). The September M-ATV delivery requirement for 100 vehicles was met on September 22, more than one week earlier than required. Oshkosh Corporat ... Continue reading
PennDOT Offers Fall Driving Safety Tips
HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- PennDOT reminds motorists that wet leaves, fog, sun glare and frost are a few driving hazards that they will encounter this fall but there are steps drivers can take to help make their travel safer. "While it's not the traffic volumes that come with summer or the snow ... Continue reading
Ready for Anything: Subaru of America Supports Fall Car Care Month
- Subaru Drivers to Enjoy Free Vehicle Diagnostic Inspections in October - CHERRY HILL, N.J., Oct. 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that the company is endorsing the Car Care Council's Fall Car Care Month, a nationwide October program focusing on the importance of regular vehicle maintenance. Subaru's theme ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/646644/vehicle_security) has announced the addition of the "Vehicle Security & Access Systems" report to their offering. This exclusive new report updates and extends the first analysis of this sector, which was published in 2005. This new researc ... Continue reading
Safety advocates respond to US DOT Secretary's distracted driving announcement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Safety advocates respond to U.S. Transportation Secretary’s announcement to reduce distracted driving by commercial vehicle operators WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 1, 2009) – Statement by Judith L. Stone, President, Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety: “Advocates for Highway and ... Continue reading
Scania Becoming Main Supplier to DHL in Europe
STOCKHOLM--Regulatory News: Scania (STO:SCVA) (STO:SCVB) has signed a pan-European delivery agreement with the transport and logistics company DHL, which recommends Scania as a supplier of heavy trucks to the hauliers that act as contractors to DHL. “The agreement opens the way for sales of about 1,000 new trucks per ... Continue reading
TEMPE, Ariz.--Economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in September for the second consecutive month, and the overall economy grew for the fifth consecutive month, say the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business®. The report was issued today by Norbert J. Ore, CPSM ... Continue reading
Sheltra Motorsports Racing To Spread The Word
Sheltra Motorsports Racing To Spread The Word “Team; Marketing Partner Join Forces To Raise Awareness Through Kimmie Cares�?? KANSAS CITY, Kansas (October 1, 2009) - - Officials from Sheltra Motorsports and their primary marketing partner Buffalo Wings & Rings jointly announced today that the two have joined ... Continue reading
Silver Still Entrenched as World’s Favorite Vehicle Color, According to PPG Data
TROY, Mich.--For the ninth consecutive year, the silver category, which includes charcoal and gray shades, has ranked as the most popular vehicle color in the world according to data from PPG Industries , the world’s leading manufacturer of transportation coatings. In North America, silver and charcoal saw a strong i ... Continue reading
Enhancements to the SmartDrive Measured Safety Program to further identify, segment, and quantify sources of driver distraction, including text messaging WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- SmartDrive Systems, a leader in fleet safety and operational efficiency, today introduced the SmartDrive Distracted Driving Index, a quarterly b ... Continue reading
Solera Holdings, Inc. Successfully Completes Acquisition of AUTOonline GmbH Informationssyteme
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 1 -- Solera Holdings, Inc. , the leading global provider of software and services to the automobile insurance claims processing industry, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of 85% of the share capital of AUTOonline GmbH Informationssyteme, a leading European eSalvage vehicle exchange ... Continue reading
Summit Racing Greg Anderson NHRA Pre Race: Eye-Opening Win has Anderson Targeting Memphis Double
Contact: Jon Knapp Summit Racing PR Ph: 704.662.3121 J2Racing@aol.com  Eye-Opening Win has Anderson Targeting Memphis Double  Mooresville, N.C., September 30, 2009 – Summit Racing Pontiac pilot Greg Anderson has a long history of success in the ultra competitive Pro Stock category, with his 59 career wins ra ... Continue reading
Summit Racing Jason Line NHRA Pre Race: Line Set to Start Excavation Process in Memphis
Contact: Jon Knapp Summit Racing PR Ph: 704.662.3121 J2Racing@aol.com  Line Set to Start Excavation Process in Memphis  Mooresville, N.C., September 30, 2009 – The NHRA’s Countdown to One championship playoff will reach its midpoint this weekend with the running of the 22nd annual O’Reilly Mid- ... Continue reading
Susquehanna Showdown Time Finally Arrives at SSP This Weekend
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 4th Annual Susquehanna Showdown Has a Possible $30,000-to-win Up for Grabs on Saturday, October 3; Qualifying Night on Friday, Oct. 2 Two Drivers Will Have Opportunity to win $25,000! Newberrytown, PA (September 13, 2009) - The 4th Annual Susquehanna Showdown ... Continue reading
TMA Webinar: Suppliers Need Shock Absorbers as Auto Industry Reorganizes
CHICAGO, Oct. 1 -- Now that several auto companies have gone through restructuring, the shock waves are being felt throughout the manufacturing and distribution channels that supply this industry. TMA's next Webinar examines the impact of recent changes on the internal supply chain and within the supplier base. "Pressu ... Continue reading
Toyota Whistleblower Supports Fraud Case With Insider Documents
Attorney Todd Tracy Urges Full Access for Toyota Accident Victims DALLAS, Oct. 1 -- Toyota Motor Corporation's former in-house lawyer for rollover cases suddenly turned over hundreds of documents to a federal judge in Texas today in an apparent move to support his allegations that the automaker concealed and destroyed ... Continue reading
TRW Camera Technologies Cover a Full Spectrum of Safety
LIVONIA, Mich., Oct. 1 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , a global leader in automotive safety, is advancing the intelligence of active safety systems through the development and packaging of advanced camera technologies that provide a real-time picture of the vehicle environment. "Seeing the environment in front, behi ... Continue reading
UD Replicas Debuts Meticulously Designed, Highly Detailed Dark Knight Motorcycle Suit
TORONTO--Conveying the strength, elegance and awesome power of The Dark Knight, UD Replicas – the officially licensed division of Universal Designs Ltd. – has begun production on a replica Dark Knight Motorcycle Suit, and orders are being taken at the company’s website, www.udreplicas.com. Produced under license ... Continue reading
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Andy Cagle 910-995-2122 ROCKINGHAM, N.C. (Sept. 30, 2009) - The last time the cars of the USAR Pro Cup Series made a stop at the Rockingham Speedway, Clay Rogers found his way to victory lane, taking the checkered flag in last year’s American 200. This year, the Mooresville, N.C. racer ... Continue reading
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Winnebago Industries, Inc. , the nation’s top-selling motor home manufacturer, will issue an advisory release and host a conference call on Thursday, October 15, 2009. In compliance with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's ("SEC") recent guidance regarding "notice-and-access" news release ... Continue reading
WoO Driver Craig Dollansky Teams Up With Heffner Racing
*“Crowd Pleaser” Joins Keith Kauffman for This Weekend's WoO Program *Heffner Racing Enterprises will have two cars on the track for the World of Outlaws show this weekend at Williams Grove Speedway, Williams Grove, PA. In addition to regular driver Keith Kauffman (who has been filling in for the injured Sean Micha ... Continue reading
Subaru of America, Inc. Reports Positive Sales for September 2009
-- Redesigned 2010 Subaru Outback and Legacy Models Keep Momentum Going -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Oct. 1 -- Showing no slow down in momentum for car maker, Subaru of America, Inc., the company announced today that it had yet another sales increase for the month of September. The company attributes its continuing success to ... Continue reading
International Automobile Dealers Announce Monthly Sales
In Wake of Clunkers, Auto Sales Drop ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) today released September 2009 sales figures for the international nameplate automobile industry. AIADA represents over 10,000 international nameplate franchises, whic ... Continue reading
Audi Market Share Continues to Grow Through September 2009
HERNDON, Va., Oct. 1 -- -- Audi sales total 7,209 -- Clean diesel Audi Q7 mix at 38 percent of model line sales -- A5 Coupe sales driven by new 2.0 engine -- U.S. market share CYTD hits 8.3 percent in segment Audi today announced sales of 7,209 vehicles for the month of September. Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of ... Continue reading
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