Cummins Inc. Welcomes Richard Harris as Vice President - Treasurer
COLUMBUS, Ind.--May 2, 2003--Cummins Inc. announced today that Richard E. Harris has joined the Company as Vice President - Treasurer. Richard brings with him extensive international experience in banking and treasury, strategic equity investing, forecasting and other treasury-related activities. He will succeed Donald ... Continue reading
GM Reports April Sales of 400,687, Down 9 Percent
Truck Sales Up 2 Percent Versus Year-Ago Levels; Large Pickups Up 12 Percent and Utilities Up 7 Percent Luxury Vehicle Sales Strong; Saab Up 39 Percent and Cadillac Up 15 Percent DETROIT - General Motors Corp. dealers sold 400,687 new cars and trucks in April in the United States. This is a 9 percent decline versus Apr ... Continue reading
GM Names Adams, Bowen To New Posts In VSSM Organization
DETROIT May 2, 2003; General Motors today announced that Roger Adams, general manager of GM Customer Network, GM's customer relationship marketing group, is appointed to the position of general manager, Buick and Pontiac-GMC divisions. Jack Bowen, general director of GM's Credit Card operations, is named general direct ... Continue reading
GM CEO: Incentives Costly, but Necessary
DETROIT May 2, 2003; Michael Ellis writing for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp. has no plans to cut back on its use of incentives to sell new vehicles, even as they grow more costly and less effective, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Rick Wagoner said on Friday. "It's getting more expensive and it's gett ... Continue reading
Corvettes, Mustangs rate most-stolen classic cars. Insurer says scarce parts might be cause
Chicago Illinois May 2 2003; John Porretto writing for the AP reports that Toyota Camrys and Honda Accords might be the most popular targets for thieves in search of newer vehicles, but two American-made muscle cars top the most-stolen list for classic rides, a new study shows. The Chevrolet Corvette and Ford Mustang w ... Continue reading
GM Names Roger Adams to Head GM's Buick, Pontiac-GMC
DETROIT May 2, 2003; The AP reported that Roger Adams, general manager of General Motors Corp.'s customer network, was named Friday to head the automaker's Buick and Pontiac-GMC divisions. Adams replaces Kurt Ritter, who accepted the post in February but left GM this week to join the Saatchi & Saatchi advertising firm. ... Continue reading
U.S. cites fatal head injuries in 3 SUV crash tests -UPDATE-
NEW YORK, May 2, 2003; Reuters reported that tests on three 2002 sport utility vehicles showed that passengers could have sustained severe or fatal head injuries in side-impact crashes, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The government agency said in a statement released on Thursday its findings - ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Morse TEC Names Howard Steele Vice President, Global Sales And Business Development
ITHACA, N.Y., May 2 -- Howard Steele, 48, has been named Vice President, Global Sales and Business Development for BorgWarner Morse TEC in Ithaca, New York, reporting to BorgWarner Morse TEC President and General Manager Roger Wood. Steele will be responsible for the Morse TEC worldwide sales organization and for the f ... Continue reading
Coalition Urges Assembly Banking and Insurance Committee to Support Choice and Competition Act
NEWARK, N.J.--May 2, 2003--The Coalition for Auto Insurance Competition is urging the Assembly Banking and Insurance Committee to favorably release the "New Jersey Automobile Insurance Choice and Competition Act," scheduled for consideration May 5, 2003. The New Jersey Automobile Insurance Choice and Competition Act (S ... Continue reading
Company Profile for Transbotics Corporation
--For over 20 years Transbotics Corporation has specialized in the design, development, support and installation of Automatic Guided Vehicles (AGVs), or transportation robots, with an emphasis on complete customer satisfaction. The company is a leading supplier of Automatic Guided Vehicle Systems (AGVS), system retrofi ... Continue reading
Crawford & Company Announces Launch of Accident Reconstruction Services
ATLANTA, May 2 -- Crawford & Company recently launched Accident Reconstruction Services to assist clients with their existing auto and transportation-industry related claims/incidents. As part of Crawford's Investigation Services, accident reconstruction employs highly experienced engineers, accredited accident reconst ... Continue reading
Edelbrock Corporation Schedules Release of Earnings for Third Quarter Fiscal 2003 Conference Call
TORRANCE, Calif.--May 2, 2003--Edelbrock Corporation today announced that it will release earnings for its Third Quarter Fiscal 2003 before the market opens on May 6, 2003. Senior management, consisting of Vic Edelbrock, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Jeffrey L. Thompson, Executive Vice President and Chief ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Responds to NYSE Inquiry
RIVERSIDE, Calif., May 2 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. , the nation's leader in recreational vehicle sales and a leading producer and retailer of manufactured housing, responded to an inquiry from the New York Stock Exchange regarding unusual trading activity in its common stock. The Company is not aware of any reason ... Continue reading
Governor Musgrove Participates in Yorozu Opening
JACKSON, Miss., May 2 -- Governor Ronnie Musgrove helped celebrate the grand opening of Yorozu Automotive Mississippi today in Vicksburg. The facility will supply suspension components for the Nissan plant scheduled to open May 27 in Canton. "This is another example of the progress we're making in showcasing Mississipp ... Continue reading
Franklin, Wis., May 2---The Badger Midget (BMARA) and Midwest Sprintcar Association race scheduled at the hales Corners Speedway for tonight, May 2, has been postponed due to inclement weather. Soaking rains for the past several days along with wind chills below 20 degrees for Friday night have forced the postponement. ... Continue reading
Impark Announces Opening Of Branch in Columbus, OH
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--May 2, 2003--Execution of U.S. growth strategy continues with takeover of four locations in third city in Ohio. Impark now operating in 20 U.S. cities. Imperial Parking Corporation ("Impark") (AMEX: IPK) announced today that it has opened an operating branch in Columbus, OH. The new branch, ... Continue reading
MAPICS To Demonstrate World-Class Solutions At 2003 International User Conference
ATLANTA--May 2, 2003-- Customer presentations to highlight over $75 Million in operational efficiencies achieved through MAPICS solutions MAPICS, Inc. , the largest global provider of extended ERP, CRM and SCM solutions committed exclusively to solving the unique challenges of manufacturers, today unveiled details rega ... Continue reading
MSX International to Hold First Quarter 2003 Financial Performance Call On May 13, 2003
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 2 -- MSX International will hold a conference call to discuss first quarter 2003 financial results at 10:00 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, May 13, 2003. To listen to the call, dial 212-676-5386 and provide reservation number 21141191. A replay of the call will be available beginning at 12:00 p.m. EDT Tuesd ... Continue reading
R&B, Inc. Reports 2003 First Quarter Earnings of $0.25 Per Share vs. $0.24 in Prior Year
COLMAR, Pa., May 2 -- R&B, Inc., today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2003. For the first fiscal quarter ended March 29, 2003, sales decreased 2% to $50.3 million from $51.1 million in the same period last year. Sales increased 1% after excluding $1.5 million in prior year sales assoc ... Continue reading
REMINDER/Grand Opening of Vespa Kansas City to Showcase Italy's Legendary Motor Scooter
-- WHAT: Vespa(R), the definitive symbol of romance and freedom, makes its debut in Kansas City this Friday. The Vespa Kansas City boutique features Vespa motor scooters, Vespa apparel and unique vehicle accessories in an environment that celebrates the fun and uniqueness of Vespa. Vespa Kansas City's grand opening mar ... Continue reading
Superior Industries Expands Business With Mitsubishi
VAN NUYS, Calif.--May 2, 2003--Superior Industries International, Inc. announced today that it has started shipping three new cast aluminum wheels to Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. for the 2004 model year Endeavor sport utility vehicle. "This is an important program win for Superior. We have worked hard over the ... Continue reading
TriMas Corporation Announces First Quarter 2003 Earnings Teleconference Date
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., May 2 -- TriMas Corporation will hold a conference call with investors on Monday, May 12 at 3:30 p.m. (EDT) to discuss its first quarter results, provide a general business update and respond to investor questions. TriMas Corporation President and CEO Grant H. Beard and Executive Vice President ... Continue reading
Workers at Two More Freightliner Facilities Vote YES for UAW
MT. HOLLY, N.C., May 2 -- More than eighty per cent of workers at two Freightliner facilities in North Carolina voted YES for UAW representation during elections held May 1, 2003. Technicians at a Freightliner pre-delivery inspection (PDI) facility in Cleveland, North Carolina voted in favor of forming their own union ... Continue reading
Corazon de mi vida Child Safety Seat Campaign Focuses on Saving Lives
Bilingual Initiative Encourages Proper Use of Child Safety Seats and Safety Belts Among Latinos MIAMI, April 30 -- Corazon de mi vida (You Are the Center of My Life) is a national bilingual initiative created by the National Latino Children's Institute (NLCI) to educate Latino families, child care providers and the Spa ... Continue reading
WHAT: Automotive News Manufacturing Conference "After Efficient, Then What? The New Frontiers in Manufacturing" WHEN: Monday - Wednesday, May 5 - 7, 2003 WHERE: The Wynfrey Hotel, Birmingham, Ala. AGENDA: In the hyper-competitive arena of North American automaking, mere efficiency isn't enough anymore. Automakers and t ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Releases Comparable 2002 Quarterly Data For Engine And Drivetrain Groups
CHICAGO, May 1 -- BorgWarner Inc. today released 2002 quarterly sales and earnings before interest and taxes for its Engine and Drivetrain Groups. The company organized its business into these two major groups, Engine and Drivetrain, at the end of 2002. The new structure is expected to provide increased synergies and e ... Continue reading
CCC Information Services Group Inc. to Present at J.P. Morgan Technology and Telecom Conference
CHICAGO--May 1, 2003--CCC Information Services Group Inc. , through its wholly owned subsidiary CCC Information Services Inc., a leading provider of software and information services to the automotive claims and collision repair industries, today announced that Githesh Ramamurthy, its Chairman and CEO, and Reid Simpson ... Continue reading
Delphi Division Wins 2002 Supplier Awards from Subaru-Isuzu
TROY, Mich., May 1 -- Delphi Corporation's Energy & Chassis Systems division was presented with three product-quality achievement awards from Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. (SIA) on Tuesday, April, 29. These products are used on Isuzu's 2002 Axiom and Rodeo models. Delphi's Rochester, N.Y. plant was recognized with ... Continue reading
PHOENIX, May 1 -- Duraswitch Canadian licensee, GGI International, has secured a new project using High-Impact PushGate(R) technology for automated parking systems. GGI's customer, Lexis Systems Inc., will debut the LX2, one of its most innovative Parking Systems yet, at the International Parking Institute -- 2003 Inte ... Continue reading
HOUSTON--May 1, 2003-- With Solid First-Quarter Results, EPS Guidance for 2003 Confirmed Group 1 Automotive, Inc. , a Fortune 500 specialty retailer, today reported more than $1.0 billion in revenues and an 11.8 percent increase in gross profit for the first quarter ended March 31, 2003. In a challenging period for the ... Continue reading
Hella Expands Production at Flora Facility
FLORA, Ill.--May 1, 2003--Hella is increasing North American production of automotive accelerator-pedal sensors by more than 300 percent at its manufacturing facilities in Flora, Illinois. The company is adding a $1-million production line and two shifts with a total of 10 new employees at the Flora plant, according to ... Continue reading
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J.--May 1, 2003--Honeywell today announced it has completed two transactions with BASF , previously announced on January 14, 2003, in which Honeywell sold its engineering plastics business to BASF in exchange for BASF's nylon fiber business and $90 million in cash. All regulatory approvals necessary ... Continue reading
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J.--May 1, 2003--Honeywell today announced it has completed two transactions with BASF , previously announced on January 14, 2003, in which Honeywell sold its engineering plastics business to BASF in exchange for BASF's nylon fiber business and $90 million in cash. All regulatory approvals necessary ... Continue reading
KleenAir Sale for New York City Transit
IRVINE, Calif.--May 1, 2003--KleenAir Systems Inc. (OTCBB:KAIR), announces receipt of an order from Johnson Matthey Inc. of nearly $200,000 for several hundred units of its CarbonGuard(TM) Thermal Management System. These systems are intended to enhance performance of the particulate filters ordered by New York City Tr ... Continue reading
LDM Technologies Announces Second Quarter Earnings
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 1 -- LDM Technologies, Inc. reports net sales for its second quarter ended March 30, 2003 (second quarter 2003) were $109.2 million, an increase of $18.9 million, or 20.9%, from the second quarter of FY 2002. The increase in net sales is due to the launch of new products from the Company's faci ... Continue reading
Timken Sales Manager Speaks at National Catalog Conference
CANTON, Ohio, May 1 -- Bob Gracey, national sales manager, for the automotive and heavy-duty aftermarket at Timken is a key presenter at the National Catalog Managers Association 30th annual conference. Its theme is Knowledge Exchange '03, May 3-6, at the Wyndham St. Anthony Hotel in San Antonio, TX. Gracey speaks on " ... Continue reading
Travel Planning on the Rise, AAA Travel Barometer Shows
ORLANDO, Fla.--May 1, 2003--For the first time since the U.S.-Iraq war began, travel agency booking activity and online trip routings included in the AAA National Travel Barometer increased from the previous week. The weekly AAA National Travel Barometer shows requests for online TripTik(R) routings the week of April 2 ... Continue reading
AAA Program Marks First Decade with $2.5 Billion in Member Savings
ORLANDO, Fla.--May 1, 2003--Since its founding 10 years ago this week, AAA's Show Your Card & Save(R) program has saved its members more than $2.5 billion and grown to include many of America's preeminent brands. "Whether they've been staying in hotels and renting cars on vacation or buying tires and eyeglasses close t ... Continue reading
ABRA Auto Body & Glass Opens Minneapolis Repair Center
MINNEAPOLIS--May 1, 2003--ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a Minneapolis-based damaged vehicle repair company, announced today the opening of their twenty-seventh repair center in metro Minneapolis. The facility, located at 15129 Foliage Avenue in Apple Valley, will increase the number of ABRA repair centers to seventy-eight in ... Continue reading
ADESA Impact Launches Western Operations, Total Loss Recovery Center In Northern California
INDIANAPOLIS--May 1, 2003--On the heels of announcing its seventh shared auction facility in Manville, N.J. last week, ADESA Impact has opened its 29th North American total loss auction facility in the heart of the Bay Area in Fremont. ADESA Impact is a subsidiary of Indianapolis, Ind.-based ADESA Corp., an ALLETE comp ... Continue reading
ADESA Impact Launches Western Operations, Total Loss Recovery Center In Northern California
<<Impact California location.doc>> Hi Everyone, Attached is a news release about ADESA Impact's entrance into the western region. For further information on this news, please call. Thank you. ... Continue reading
Arctic Cat Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--May 1, 2003--Arctic Cat Inc. today announced that its board of directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of 6 cents per share of common and class B common stock. The dividend is payable June 3, 2003, to shareholders of record on May 14, 2003. Arctic Cat Inc. designs, engineers, ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--May 1, 2003--The Automobile Club of Southern California has installed 1,534 solar panels on part of its landmark headquarters complex as part of an ongoing effort to reduce energy dependency. The panels will produce about 100 kilowatts or up to 10% of the complex's electrical needs. Powerlight Inc., a Berk ... Continue reading
Automotive Veteran John Schuetz Joins Active International's Automotive Remarketing Division
Industry Veteran Brings 29 Years of Experience in Automotive Market PEARL RIVER, N.Y., May 1 -- Active International, the world's largest corporate trading firm, has named John Schuetz as Vice President of Automotive Products. In his new role, Schuetz will be responsible for developing a broad range of remarketing asse ... Continue reading
Impark Announces Postponement of Annual General Meeting of Shareholders
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--May 1, 2003--Imperial Parking Corporation ("Impark") (AMEX: IPK) announced today that the Annual General Meeting of shareholders previously scheduled for Friday, May 16, 2003 will be postponed until June or the early summer of this year. A further announcement will be made once a new date h ... Continue reading
INTERMET Again Wins Casting-of-Year Honors
TROY, Mich., May 1 -- INTERMET Corporation , one of the world's leading manufacturers of cast-metal automotive components, announced today that it has won a prestigious casting contest hosted by the American Foundry Society (AFS), the second year in a row for such honors. An austempered-ductile-iron (ADI) rear control ... Continue reading
HOUSTON--May 1, 2003--Wireless industry innovators Integrated Services Group Inc. (OTC-PK:ISVG) and SkyberCorp Inc., are pleased to announce an agreement with IntraGlobis Communications' Brasilian Services Group, IntraGlobis Internacional. Under the terms of the licensing agreement, ISVG through SkyberCorp and IntraGlo ... Continue reading
Polaris Announces Key Organizational Change to Drive Division and Revenue Growth
MINNEAPOLIS--May 1, 2003--Polaris Industries Inc. announced a key organizational change today with the promotion of Mike Jonikas to general manager of the Polaris Utility Vehicle and Professional Series division where he will be responsible for the Professional Series line of commercial vehicles and Polaris RANGER util ... Continue reading
Polaris Announces Sales Organization Leadership Changes
MINNEAPOLIS--May 1, 2003--Polaris Industries today announced a significant reorganization of its sales leadership team in an effort to improve the overall dealer network and support provided to both dealers and consumers. The change is the first major step towards a company initiative to develop an industry leading dea ... Continue reading
Rental Car Operations to be Consolidated at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
New Facility Will Benefit Travelers & Car Rental Companies PHOENIX, May 1 -- Construction will begin on Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport's rental car facility this fall. This project will free up space in the airport's terminals and garages, decrease traffic through the core of the airport, reduce confusion for travelers and ... Continue reading
ADA Shows Support for NASCAR and Labonte With Cheese Carving and Kicks Off Primary Cheese Paint Scheme on #5 KELLOGG'S/got milk? Car ROSEMONT, Ill., May 2 -- Today the American Dairy Association (ADA) unveiled the first ever to-scale car made entirely out of cheese at Richmond International Raceway. The "World's Cheesi ... Continue reading
Kia Sorento Earns Best in Class AutoPacific 2003 Vehicle Satisfaction Award
Sorento Tops Toyota Highlander, Ford Escape and Explorer Sport With New Buyers IRVINE, Calif., May 2 -- The 2003 Kia Sorento continued to garner consumer and industry praise today as AutoPacific, Inc., a top automotive consulting firm, announced the winners of its 2003 Vehicle Satisfaction awards. The Sorento earned to ... Continue reading
Non-GM sales up $74 million or 78% DETROIT, May 2 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today reported record sales and earnings for the first quarter of 2003. First Quarter 2003 highlights * Record diluted earnings per share of $1.02, up 36% * Record earnings of $54 ... Continue reading
Start Order & Late News - SCCA ProRally - Rim of the World
The press release text included below is also available in a formatted Word97-Word2000 document. If you would prefer to receive our press releases in that format, or if you wish to opt out of these distributions, please send your request to: sccaprorally@aol.com. For immediate release 30 April 2003 Start Order & Late B ... Continue reading
Auto Club Says Aging Baby Boomers Need Help Staying Safe on the Road
-- WHO: The Automobile Club of Southern California and the California Highway Patrol. WHAT: The announcement of the Auto Club's Senior Driver initiative to keep aging baby boomers and other seniors safe on the road. Demonstration of safety techniques senior drivers can use. New vehicles with "senior safety features" av ... Continue reading
SEMA's Sixth International Auto Salon Draws Record Buyer Attendance
DIAMOND BAR, Calif., May 2 -- Buyer attendance set a record at SEMA's sixth International Auto Salon (IAS), held last weekend at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The 1,423 industry trade buyers who attended the three-day event were able to visit exhibits by 121 companies, including nine carmakers with marketing progr ... Continue reading
BMW WilliamsF1 Team-Spanish GP-First Qualifying
Spanish Grand Prix - FIRST QUALIFYING 2nd May 2003 Weather: Sunny, dry, 24°C Air, 38°C Track Barcelona (ESP). The BMW WilliamsF1 Team drivers Ralf Schumacher and Juan Pablo Montoya finished in 11th and 14th positions respectively in the first qualifying session of the Spanish Grand Prix, which will start on Sunday 14 ... Continue reading
Ward's Reports Estimated North American Vehicle Production
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 2 -- Vehicle production this week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 354,017 units, up from the 304,617 cars and trucks built last week, according to Ward's Automotive Reports. Including this week's estimates, calendar year North American output now totals 5,800,186 ve ... Continue reading
AAA Texas: Gas Prices Continue Steady Decline
HOUSTON--May 2, 2003--Gasoline prices continued their steady decline throughout Texas for the sixth consecutive week, according to the Weekend Gas Watch, compiled by AAA Texas. The Weekend Gas Watch monitors the average price of gasoline at popular destinations for motoring trips. The statewide average price for a gall ... Continue reading
LA Auto Club: Steady Declines in Gas Prices for Sixth Straight Week
LOS ANGELES--May 2, 2003--Gasoline prices continued falling throughout the Southwest, marking the sixth consecutive week of price declines, according to the Weekend Gas Watch, compiled by the Automobile Club of Southern California. Currently, the average price of self-serve regular unleaded gasoline in the Los Angeles- ... Continue reading
NHTSA To Review SUV Side Impact Head Injuries
NEW YORK, May 2, 2003; Reuters reported that tests on three 2002 sport utility vehicle models recently showed that in the event of a side-impact crash passengers could have sustained severe or fatal head injuries, the federal government's car safety regulator said. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration sai ... Continue reading
Stocks of Some of Big Dot-Com Survivors Are Recapturing Their Appeal to Investors
SAN FRANCISCO may 1, 2003; AP reports that after years of ridicule and ruin, Internet stocks are recapturing their charm and seducing investors again. The handsome stock market gains posted so far this year by eBay Inc., Yahoo! Inc., Amazon.com Inc. and other Internet companies have sparked a debate over whether the su ... Continue reading
$2.6 Billion Added in Assets Under Management ARLINGTON, Va., May 1 -- Friedman, Billings, Ramsey Group, Inc. today announced that its subsidiary, FBR National Bank & Trust ("FBR"), has been named trustee and custodian for the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA)'s Retirement Trust which has approximately $2. ... Continue reading
MANN+HUMMEL Merges Two of its U.S. Divisions
PORTAGE, Mich., May 1 -- MANN+HUMMEL announced today that two of its U.S. based companies will be merged into a single company, MANN+HUMMEL USA, INC., and based in Portage, Michigan. The merger of MANN+HUMMEL FILTER TECHNOLOGY, INC. of Greensboro, North Carolina, and MANN+HUMMEL AUTOMOTIVE, INC. of Portage, will unite ... Continue reading
Michigan IT Summit Announces Automotive Keynote Roundtable
Participants Represent Breadth of Automotive IT Industry DETROIT, May 1 -- The planning committee for the 2003 Michigan IT Summit announces today its keynote automotive roundtable for the May 19 event at The Palace of Auburn Hills, Michigan. Representing the automotive IT community for this discussion are Scott Carlton ... Continue reading
Semaphore Partners Launches General Motors' Performance Parts Website
GM's Catalog of Over 1,100 Performance Parts Now Available Online SAN FRANCISCO, May 1 -- General Motors (GM) and Semaphore Partners, Publicis' premier provider of interactive services and partner of Chemistri, Publicis' GM-dedicated AOR, announced the re-launch of GM's Service and Parts Operations (GM SPO) SPOPerforma ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor's Wheel Business Receives Best Supplier Awards from Fiat
TROY, Mich., May 1 -- ArvinMeritor Inc. announced that its wheels business has been recognized by Fiat with its prestigious Best Suppliers Award for the twelfth consecutive year. In addition, ArvinMeritor was presented with Fiat's long-term excellence award for the fifth year in a row. The wheels business is comprised ... Continue reading
Lexus Reports Best-Ever April Sales for the Sixth-Consecutive Year
TORRANCE, Calif., May 1 -- Lexus today reported April sales of 21,277 vehicles, an increase of 2.2 percent, recording the division's sixth consecutive best-ever April. "The recent jump in consumer confidence should translate to a significant increase in consumer spending, pushing the economy along at a quicker pace," s ... Continue reading
JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, May 1 -- Thor Industries, Inc. announced today record preliminary sales for the third quarter and nine months ended April 30, 2003. Sales in the quarter were $411.9 million, the highest for any quarter in the company's history, and up 12% from $367.7 million last year. RV sales in the quarter were ... Continue reading
Matco Tools' Bazemore Atlanta Q&A
DON SCHUMACHER RACING NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series Round 7 of 23 SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT NHRA SOUTHERN NATIONALS Atlanta Dragway Commerce, Ga. Race Date: May 2-4, 2003 Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501, cell 203-243-2438 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, May 1, 2003 Q&A with Defending Atlanta Funny Car Champion Whi ... Continue reading
From Detroit to Denver: Ford Visits the Mile High City As Part of National Centennial Celebration
In the spirit of their founder who "put the world on wheels," Ford Motor Company executives this spring will visit 100 North American cities, including Denver, as part of Ford's 100th anniversary celebration. In the early part of the last century, Henry Ford enjoyed touring the great American landscape regularly with f ... Continue reading
Automotive Veteran John Schuetz Joins Active International's Automotive Remarketing Division
Industry Veteran Brings 29 Years of Experience in Automotive Market PEARL RIVER, N.Y., May 1 -- Active International, the world's largest corporate trading firm, has named John Schuetz as Vice President of Automotive Products. In his new role, Schuetz will be responsible for developing a broad range of remarketing asse ... Continue reading
Import Factory Tuner Wars: Acura / Mazda / Nissan
Panel Discussion at Motor Press Guild Monthly Meeting WHO: It didn't take long for the import manufacturers to figure out there is excitement to be had and money to be made in one of the hottest automotive segments around -- import compact performance. Fueled by a knowledgeable entry-level buyer with a hunger for four- ... Continue reading
Subaru of America, Inc. Reports April 2003 Sales Up 3 Percent
CHERRY HILL, N.J., May 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc., the only car company that offers symmetrical all-wheel drive as standard equipment on every vehicle in its product line, today announced April sales of 14,526 units. The total represents a 3 percent increase from April 2002. "April was a solid month for Subaru, bette ... Continue reading
AutoPacific Releases 2003 Vehicle Satisfaction Scores
Cadillac Top Brand, LS430 Top Car, Escalade EXT Top Truck TUSTIN, Calif., May 1 -- Results of a study released today by noted automotive consulting firm AutoPacific, Inc. reveal high owner satisfaction with new 2003 model year cars and light trucks. AutoPacific's VSS (Vehicle Satisfaction Score) study is an industry be ... Continue reading
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