FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Media Center BLOOMINGDALE, Ill. (Sept. 2, 2004) – This year millions of travelers will pack up the family car, take to America’s roads over Labor Day weekend and wave good-bye to summer. As part of planning your long-weekend get-a-way – remember that preparing your car a ... Continue reading
Precision Tune Auto Care Signs Agreement With Hong Kong Company to Open 330 Centers in China
LEESBURG, Va., Sept. 2 -- Precision Auto Care, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: PACI) on Tuesday signed a master franchise agreement with senior executives of Hung Yue Holdings (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. giving that firm's affiliate, Precision Tune Auto Care (China) Company Limited, a license to open and operate at least 330 Precision ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--Sept. 2, 2004--The Labor Day holiday weekend, traditionally the end of summer vacation, also is one of the deadliest periods for drinking and driving, according to a study by the Automobile Club of Southern California. The analysis of California data for 1994-2002 measured the rate of increase of alcohol-r ... Continue reading
Cobalt SS Sets The Speed At Bonneville Salt Flats
WENDOVER, Utah sEPTEMBER 1, 2004; Timing is everything, and the timing of the new Cobalt SS Supercharged's introduction couldn't be better. As Chevy's new sport compact performance car debuts in dealer showrooms, it already has a record-setting pedigree. Driver Nelson Hoyos piloted a race-prepared Cobalt SS at the Bonn ... Continue reading
Prius Hybrid Synergy Drive System Dominates 2004 International Engine of the Year Awards
September 2, 2004 -- Stuttgart, Germany -- Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive Takes Top Honors In Four Categories: - International Engine of the Year 2004 - Best New Engine - Best Fuel Economy - Best Engine 1.4-liter to 1.8-liter The Toyota Prius' Hybrid Synergy Drive powertrain took first place in four categories, including ... Continue reading
PHOENIX--Sept. 2, 2004--CSK Auto Corp. , the parent company of CSK Auto Inc., a specialty retailer in the automotive aftermarket, today reported its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2004. Financial Results Thirteen Weeks Ended Aug. 1, 2004 Net sales for the 13 weeks ended Aug. 1, 2004 (the "second qua ... Continue reading
NHRA Mac Tools U.S. Nationals TV
Press Information: For Immediate Release Contact information Mindy Stephens Ringers Gloves Public Relations/Marketing 317.227.1044 _RingersIndy@aol.com_ (mailto:RingersIndy@aol.com) NHRA MAC TOOLS U.S. NATIONALS TV SCHEDULE Indianapolis â“ (September 1, 2004) The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) celebrates the ... Continue reading
Accuride Corporation Releases Wheel Inspection Wall Chart
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Sept. 2, 2004--In an effort to assist maintenance and refinishing technicians identify wheel defects that could necessitate removal of a wheel from service, Accuride Corporation is releasing a Wheel Inspection Wall Chart. "We are committed to playing a proactive role in improving safety and performanc ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 2 -- For many fans attending the Ford Detroit Football Classic at Ford Field Saturday, September 4, the most interesting competition won't be the game between teams from Alabama State University and Howard University. The real action will be the halftime Battle of the Bands, sponsored by AAA Mich ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts Racing/Cruz Pedregon Indy Pre-Race
Advance Auto Parts Racing Nitro Funny Car Pedregon Racing NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series 50th Annual U.S. Nationals Pre-Race Notes & Quotes Cruz Pedregon Buoyed By History, Future Advance Auto Parts Racing Prepares For Drag Racing¹s Biggest Weekend INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 1, 2004) Cruz Pedregon, driver of the Advance ... Continue reading
Andretti Green Promotions / Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
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AOCP Will Announce Major News Friday, Sept. 3, 2004 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 2 -- Automotive Capital Group, Inc. today announced the execution of the agreement between Automotive Capital Group, Inc., Colfax Financial and Navicom GPS. Automotive Capital Group, Inc. began booking sales and revenue as of September 1, 2004 ... Continue reading
Bosch, DENSO Challenge Employees to Compete for a Cause
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Sept. 2 -- Automotive suppliers DENSO International America, Inc. and Robert Bosch Corporation initiated a friendly, corporate challenge in an effort to raise funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). The two companies are rallying employees to see which organization can raise the m ... Continue reading
Cadence Network Steers the Course for Caliber Collision Centers
Collision Repair Specialist Contracts with Top Expense Management Firm CINCINNATI, Sept. 2 -- With Cadence behind the wheel, they're in for a smooth ride, that according to top Cadence Network, Inc. executives who have been contracted to direct expense management operations for the 68 center locations of Caliber Collis ... Continue reading
Carbiz Seeks OTC Listing and Announces Expansion Financing
SARASOTA, Fla.--Sept. 2, 2004--Carl Ritter, Chief Executive Officer of Carbiz Inc. (TSX VENTURE:CZ) is pleased to announce that, as a result of its rapidly expanding business in the United States, Carbiz is seeking a listing on the United States Over the Counter Bulletin Board (the "OTC-BB"). Mr. Ritter noted "With vir ... Continue reading
Diamond Powersports Announces Purchase Orders
One of the Nation's Largest Powersport Distributors to Sell Company's Custom Accessories FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 2 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Diamond Powersports Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: DPWS) today announced purchase orders totaling $79,000. Pierre Elliott, CEO of Diamond Powersports said, ''We're excited to have receiv ... Continue reading
PLANO, Texas, Sept. 2 -- Energy & Engine Technology Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: EENT) recently became aware of a U.S. EPA fine against a Massachusetts company of $109,120 for violation of state anti idling regulations. The EPA charges stated that the company's delivery trucks idled for nearly 1,000 minutes between Aug ... Continue reading
Ewing Management Group Led Team Completes Acquisition of Stock of Key Automotive Group Companies
DALLAS--Sept. 2, 2004--B. Edward Ewing, Chairman and CEO of Ewing Management Group (EMG), announced today that an EMG-led team has completed the acquisition of the stock of the parent companies of the Key Automotive Group companies which they did not previously own. The Key Automotive Group companies include Key Plasti ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--Sept. 2, 2004--Farmers Insurance Exchange has begun serving civil summons and complaints upon a Los Angeles body shop and its director, accusing them of taking part in a scheme designed to defraud Farmers and its policyholders. The civil complaint, which is similar to prior successful lawsuits against body ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul's Sparta Facility Chosen by Honda as a Benchmark Site
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Sept. 2, 2004--Federal-Mogul's Sparta, Tennessee, facility was chosen by Honda of America recently to serve as a Benchmark Site for the automaker. Sparta was chosen for this honor based on its superior on-time delivery record and exceptional customer service. "We are very excited to be chosen," said ... Continue reading
INCAT Announces New Canada Regional Manager
LONDON and DETROIT, Sept. 2 -- INCAT today announced the appointment of Gene Dennis as its Canada Regional Manager. He will operate from the company's Windsor, Ontario, office. Dennis brings more than 20 years of technology industry experience to his role at INCAT with a background that includes design, engineering, sa ... Continue reading
Robb Report, Betteridge Jewelers, and Miller Motorcars Sponsor Special Event Showcasing Luxury World's Most Exceptional Products and Services GREENWICH, Conn., Sept. 2 -- The pages of Robb Report magazine will come to life on September 12, as the international luxury lifestyle authority teams with some of the world's p ... Continue reading
ANAHEIM, Calif.--Sept. 2, 2004--Iteris Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB:ITRSA)(OTCBB:ITRSB), a leading provider of traffic optimization and safety technology, today announced that Jack Johnson, chief executive officer of Iteris, Inc., will present at the Roth Capital Partners New York Growth Stock Conference at 1 p.m. (Eastern) o ... Continue reading
KYOSAN DENSO MANUFACTURING KENTUCKY Announces Mt. Sterling Facility Expansion
By End of 2008, 250 Jobs to be Added; Investment of US$2.1 Million MT. STERLING, Ky., Sept. 2 -- KYOSAN DENSO MANUFACTURING KENTUCKY, LLC (KDMK) has announced plans to expand its Mt. Sterling manufacturing facility from 44,000 square feet to more than 79,000 square feet. The expansion will accommodate additional automo ... Continue reading
NASCAR Shakes Up California Labor Day Weekend
NASCAR Has Strong Roots in Southern California DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Sept. 2 -- This season will mark the first time that the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series will be making two trips to California Speedway. The track has hosted eight NASCAR premier-series events since its opening in 1997 and has sold-out each race, prompting t ... Continue reading
MINNEAPOLIS--Sept. 2, 2004--Polaris Industries Inc. announced today that it will cease to manufacture marine products effective immediately. Polaris will assist dealers in liquidating existing inventories and will continue to provide replacement parts, service and warranty to marine dealers and customers. The Company r ... Continue reading
PR: Automotive Capital Group, Inc. Executes Merger Agreement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Automotive Capital Group, Inc. Executes Merger Agreement With Colfax and Navicom and Begins Booking Sales and Revenue AOCP Will Announce Major News Friday, Sept. 3, 2004 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 2, 2004 -- Automotive Capital Group, Inc. (OTC: AOCP) today announced the execution of the agreement be ... Continue reading
Quaker State Racing/Tony Pedregon Indy Preview
Quaker State Racing Funny Car Pedregon Racing NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series 50th Annual U.S. Nationals Pre-Race Notes & Quotes Tony Pedregon Readies for ŒBig¹ Weekend U.S. Nationals; Skoal Shootout On Tap For Quaker State Racing INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 2, 2004) Quaker State Racing Monte Carlo Nitro Funny Car driver ... Continue reading
Red Bull Takes Edwards, Summerton, Van Hooser
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Providence-Area Drivers Have Chance to Win Free Gasoline; Learn About Shell V-Power and Have Picture Taken with the F1 Car EVENT: The Shell V-Power Tour is pulling into Providence, R.I., this week to introduce local drivers to the most advanced Shell fuel ever developed -- Shell V-Power -- which actively cleans intake ... Continue reading
SwRI Opens New Outdoor Facility for EMC Testing
SAN ANTONIO--Sept. 2, 2004--A new, 30-meter, open area test site (OATS) is now available at Southwest Research Institute(R) for measuring radiated emissions from electronic and electrical equipment. The facility is located in the center of the Institute's 1,200-acre complex in an area free of electromagnetic reflecting ... Continue reading
BOTHELL, Wash.--Sept. 2, 2004--Microvision, Inc. , a leader in light scanning technologies, announced today that it has received another order from Volkswagen of America Electronics Research Laboratory (ERL) to deliver an advanced prototype of the "MicroHUD" head-up display system. The new development contract, which i ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars Lends a Helping Hand to Hurricane Charley Victims
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 2 -- Many lives have been changed because of Hurricane Charley. To help people rebuild, Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (VCNA), is offering special vehicle replacement assistance to people whose vehicles were damaged by the destructive hurricane. "Our mission at Volvo Cars is to deliver beyond wh ... Continue reading
Warrantech Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2005 Results
BEDFORD, Texas--Sept. 2, 2004--Warrantech Corporation (OTC:WTEC), a leading independent provider of service contracts and after-market warranties, today announced that it has filed its Form 10-Q for the first quarter ended June 30, 2004 of fiscal year 2005. After a cumulative deferral of $238.0 million of gross revenue ... Continue reading
Worthington Industries to Acquire Cylinder Assets of Western Industries
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Sept. 2, 2004--Worthington Industries, Inc. announced today that it has signed a purchase agreement to acquire the propane and specialty gas cylinder assets of Western Industries, Inc. Western's Propane & Specialty Cylinder Group manufactures 14.1 oz. and 16.4 oz. disposable cylinders for hand torches, ... Continue reading
Stremme Gets Shot to Improve on Spring California Finish
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Spencer Andrews Braun Racing (704) 799-1118 spencer@braunracing.com Stremme Gets Shot to Improve on Spring California Finish Fontana, CA (September 1, 2004) â“ Team TRIMSPA driver David Stremme left California Speedway disappointed in the spring by a 26th-place run in his first B ... Continue reading
NHRA Pre Race: KJ Set for Winning Weekend at "The Big Go"
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Ph: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Kurt Johnson Set for Winning Weekend at "The Big Go" ACDelco Racing Team looks for third Mac Tools U.S. Nationals win Sugar Hill, Ga., September 1, 2004 - This weekend, millions of Americans will celebrate Labor Day, the traditional thr ... Continue reading
HOUSTON--Sept. 2, 2004--A summer that brought record high gas prices and travel approaching pre-9/11 levels is set to end with record high Labor Day travel, according to AAA Texas. AAA Texas estimates nearly 2.6 million Texans -- a 2.6 percent increase over last year -- are expected to take end-of-summer getaways this ... Continue reading
Coach Industries Group Announces Board of Director Appointments
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--Sept. 2, 2004--Coach Industries Group, Inc. (OTCBB:CIGI) ("Coach") a holding company focused on providing financial services and the manufacturing and sales of luxury limousine and specialty vehicles, announced today the appointment of three members to the Board of Directors of the Company effect ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Announces Executive Appointments
DETROIT, Sept. 2 -- American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced the following executive appointments: John E. Jerge has been named vice president, Human Resources. Prior to assuming his current position, Jerge was executive director, Labor Relations. Diane M. Antishin ... Continue reading
Hydrogenics Awarded Contract by The Toro Company to Provide HyPM Technology for Fuel Cell Program
TORONTO, Sept. 2 -- Hydrogenics Corporation , a designer and manufacturer of hydrogen and fuel cell systems, reported today that it has been awarded a contract by The Toro Company to supply a HyPM fuel cell power module for integration into the company's development work in grounds maintenance equipment. This contract ... Continue reading
Amerityre to Make ITEC 2004 Presentation
BOULDER CITY, Nev., Sept. 2 -- Amerityre (BULLETIN BOARD: AMTY) announced today that Richard A. Steinke and Elliott N. Taylor, its President and Executive Vice President, respectively, will be attending ITEC 2004 in Akron, Ohio, September 21-23, 2004. This three day conference is attended by industry professionals worl ... Continue reading
Over-the-Road Trucking Companies See Dramatic Fuel Savings
RADCLIFFE, Iowa--Sept. 2, 2004--Mirenco, Inc., (OTCBB:MREO) Client Ramthun Trucking, Manson, Iowa, not only increased miles per gallon by over 14% or 3/4 a mile per gallon but also anticipates saving approximately 2,300 gallons of fuel in one year by installing DriverMax(R). "I drive approximately 100,000 miles a year ... Continue reading
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04E062000 Recall Date : AUG 26, 2004 Component: PARKING BRAKE Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1098 Summary: ROBERT BOSCH PARK BRAKE ASSEMBLIES P/N 0204012617, FOR USE ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES AND HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. THE PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY BACKING PLATE WAS INCORRECTLY MACHINED. THIS MA ... Continue reading
Suzuki, Honda Recall SUVs, Minivans
DETROIT September 2, 2004; Reuters reported that Suzuki Motor Corp. is recalling more than 172,000 Grand Vitara sport utility vehicles because of a fuel pressure problem that can trigger fires, U.S. federal safety regulators said on Thursday. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the 172,093 SUVs affe ... Continue reading
Research Report: New Wall Better Protects NASCAR Drivers
HIGH POINT, N.C.--Sept. 2, 2004--Technology development company Safety Systems, Inc., (SSI) released test results that demonstrate the company's RACE Wall(TM) impact barrier offers significantly more impact protection than current safety wall products installed on most NASCAR racetracks. The RACE Wall increases the dri ... Continue reading
ANAHEIM, Calif.--Sept. 2, 2004-- Survey Results Indicate LDW Technology Makes Drivers More Alert; Can Prevent Accidents Iteris, Inc., a subsidiary of Iteris Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB:ITRSA)(OTCBB:ITRSB), today released the results of its recently commissioned International Driver Satisfaction Study for the deployment of it ... Continue reading
CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Electric Scooters
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the manufacturer named below, today announced voluntary recalls of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. (To access color photos of the following recal ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Hit Speed Bump on Auto-Service; 2Q Shortfall in Division's Revenue Dents Stock Price
PHILADELPHIA September 1, 2004; The AP reported that customers still come to get car batteries, pocket bikes and DVD players. But when it comes to getting their cars fixed, it seems fewer customers are turning to The Pep Boys -- Manny Moe & Jack Inc. A second-quarter shortfall in Pep Boys' auto-service revenue has put ... Continue reading
South Korean Auto sales up 32% in August 2004
Seoul September 1, 2004; Bloomberg reported that Hyundai Motor Co., Kia Motors Corp. and three other Korean automakers sold 32 percent more vehicles last month helped by growing demand for their vehicles in the U.S., Europe and China. The five automakers sales together rose to 333,711 vehicles in August, from 253,162 s ... Continue reading
New Billet Aluminum Strut Tower Bars by Protocol™!!! 09.01.04 The Hoffman Group presents an all NEW line of Billet Aluminum Strut Tower Bars by Protocol™. Available in front and rear strut tower bars for most popular vehicles. Protocol's Billet Aluminum Strut Tower Bars insure maximum performance and handli ... Continue reading
AGT GOES SOUTH FOR HOLIDAY WEEKEND
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Todd Benne toddbenne@yahoo.com 636.262.1723 AGT GOES SOUTH FOR HOLIDAY WEEKEND, VIR EVENT NEXT Wilton, CT- The American GT Challenge series will celebrate the Labor Day weekend competing in the Stock Car Spectacular by Hardees at Virginia International Raceway. The AGT event will take pla ... Continue reading
AutoZone to Present at Upcoming Goldman Sachs Investor Conference
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 1 -- AutoZone, Inc. today announced it will be making a presentation to the investment community at the Goldman Sachs 11th Annual Global Retail Conference at 9:40 am (EDT) on Wednesday, September 8, 2004. A live broadcast of the presentation will be available online in the Investor Relations secti ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Working with Suppliers to Drive Performance
Chrysler Group President and Chief Executive Officer Dieter Zetsche Delivers Speech to Auto Industry Action Group (AIAG) * Zetsche to auto suppliers: "Adapt or die" * Find flexible solutions to innovate and get to market faster, with better products, at lower cost * Collectively, we set the bar too low, and we both los ... Continue reading
EnerTeck Corporation Issues Clarification to August 31, 2004 Press Release
STAFFORD, Texas, Sept. 1 -- EnerTeck Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: ETCK) (the "Company") today issued a clarification to its August 31, 2004 press release regarding its proposed four for one (4:1) forward common stock split. The Company will be filing an information statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission ... Continue reading
Fitch Rates Hyundai Auto Receivables Trust 2004-A
NEW YORK--Sept. 1, 2004--Fitch rates Hyundai Auto Receivables Trust 2004-A as follows: -- $155,000,000 class A-1 notes 1.78125% 'AAA'; -- $215,000,000 class A-2 notes 2.36% 'AAA'; -- $188,000,000 class A-3 notes 2.97% 'AAA'; -- $92,100,000 class A-4 notes 3.54% 'AAA'; -- $36,500,000 class B notes 3.46% 'AA'; -- $26,900 ... Continue reading
Timken to Modify Specialty Steel Pricing Policies
LATROBE, Pa., Sept. 1 -- Timken Latrobe Steel, a subsidiary of The Timken Company, announced it would change two pricing policies on all remelted aerospace alloy steel grades. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19991012/TKRLOGO ) 1. Beginning with shipments on September 1, 2004, raw material surcharges will tak ... Continue reading
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