Buick Y-Job Restoration: Reviving The Dream
FOR RELEASE: March 20, 2002 Buick Y-Job Restoration: Reviving The Dream DETROIT - When the Beatles posed the musical question, "Will you still love me when I'm 64?" they expressed the angst of a generation of Baby Boomers. But in the case of the 64-year-old Buick Y-Job concept car, the answer from the staff of the Gene ... Continue reading
Dodge Motorsports Weekend Preview
<<...OLE_Obj...>> Weekend Preview Contact: Dave Elshoff, 248-512-2690 Ray Cooper, 803-466-9085 Marlin Puts Top 10 Streak, Points Lead On the Line at Bristol in Food City 500 BRISTOL, Tenn. (March 21, 2002) - Sterling Marlin, one of the proudest Volunteers in the state of Tennessee, will put his streak of eight straight ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries Declares Cash Dividend
FOREST CITY, Iowa--March 20, 2002--The Board of Directors of Winnebago Industries, Inc. have declared a cash dividend of ten cents per share, payable on July 8, 2002 to shareholders of record as of June 7, 2002. The dividend is an indication of the Board of Directors' continued confidence in the Company and its strengt ... Continue reading
Chevy Indy V8's California Connection
Contact: Rick Voegelin rickvoegelin@compuserve.com GM Racing Communications (831) 761-2201 Hot Rod Heart: Chevy Indy V8's California Connection FONTANA, Calif., March 20, 2002 -- The new Chevy Indy V8 racing engine was designed in Detroit by GM Racing engineers, but its roots reach to the dusty dry lakes and abandoned ... Continue reading
Japan 02/03 vehicle sales seen up 0.1% at 5.86 mln
TOKYO, March 20 Reuters reported that Japan's industry-wide vehicle demand for the next business year starting in April is expected to edge up 0.1 percent to 5.86 million units, an industry association said on Wednesday. The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association said it expected sales of ordinary passenger vehicle ... Continue reading
JD Powers: 2002 U.S. Auto Sales May Reach 16.4 Million
BLOOMBERG NEWS reported that J.D. Power & Associates raised its forecast for U.S. car and light-truck sales this year to 16.4 million from 16 million because incentives such as no-interest loans bolstered first-quarter results. Sales this month are expected to fall less than 1 percent from "a very strong March 2001," t ... Continue reading
Keogh Appointed General Manager, Corporate Communications For Mercedes-Benz USA
MONTVALE, N.J., March 20 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) announced the appointment of Scott Keogh to general manager, corporate communications at the company's Montvale, N.J. headquarters. Keogh replaces Jeff Fisher who is now general manager of corporate communications for Freightliner. In his new role Keogh is responsib ... Continue reading
Michelin Truck Tires Report Highest Satisfaction In J.D. Power Study
GREENVILLE, S.C., March 20 -- For the first time, J.D. Power and Associates included questions about tires in its 2001 Heavy-Duty Truck Customer Satisfaction Study(SM). Although no tire award was given in the heavy-duty truck category, Michelin had the highest results in the study among tire manufacturers for tire valu ... Continue reading
HOLDEN ADDS MORE VALUE TO ITS VXII COMMODORE EXECUTIVE
Holden has added $4,000 worth of features to its top-selling VXII Commodore Executive Sedan and Wagon, offering Australian customers more amenities in the vehicle. The 2002 Limited Edition Commodore Equipe is powered by the same ECOTEC V6 engine featured in the VXII Commodore Executive, however, the new model is equipp ... Continue reading
General Motors Celebrates Yesterday, Today And Tomorrow at Goodwood Festival Of Speed
DETROIT - It is a daunting yet intriguing task: Among the millions of cars and trucks produced by the world's largest vehicle manufacturer, select three that epitomize the corporation's past, present and future. Which ones embody the corporation's rich heritage, its enduring commitment to innovation and its sustaining ... Continue reading
FOR RELEASE: March 20, 2002 SAN ANTONIO, TX - Chevrolet and GMAC Financial Services teamed with eight San Antonio-area schools today in an effort to curb student violence. This union also marks the local acceleration of a Chevrolet program known as "Chevy R.O.C.K." -- a national initiative dedicated to young people. RO ... Continue reading
Simula Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and 2001 Earnings; Conference Call 11:30am EST Today
TEMPE, Ariz.--March 20, 2002--Simula, Inc. (AMEX:SMU) today reported revenues for the quarter ended December 31, 2001 of $28.2 million, compared to $24.6 million for the fourth quarter of 2000, an increase of 15%. Revenue for the year 2001 was $106.8 million, compared to 2000 revenue of $97.3 million, a 10% increase. A ... Continue reading
Union Acceptance Corporation Announces Bin Wan as Senior Vice President
INDIANAPOLIS--March 20, 2002--Union Acceptance Corporation ("UAC") today announced that Bin Wan has been named Senior Vice President of Risk Management, reporting directly to Tim Shaw, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer of UAC. This is a new executive position established to enhance the Risk Managem ... Continue reading
GM Preview Goodwood Festival Of Speed
FOR RELEASE: March 19, 2002 DETROIT - It is a daunting yet intriguing task: Among the millions of cars and trucks produced by the world's largest vehicle manufacturer, select three that epitomize the corporation's past, present and future. Which ones embody the corporation's rich heritage, its enduring commitment to in ... Continue reading
PTC Windchill Applications are Successfully Deployed by TRW Automotive
NEEDHAM, Mass., March 20 PTC, the product development company, today announced that TRW Inc. has successfully implemented three Windchill® applications in just six months to enhance automotive production processes. In its continuing effort to increase productivity during the current challenging economic climate, TRW A ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Revises Outlook Upward for Second Quarter
TROY, Mich., March 20 ArvinMeritor Inc. announced today that it expects the company's earnings per share for the second quarter, ending March 31, 2002, will be in the range of $0.50 to $0.53. The current First Call consensus estimate is $0.50. ``The markets are stronger than expected, which has driven our revenues and ... Continue reading
North American International Auto Show Announces Dates for 2003
DETROIT, March 20 -- The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) today announced the dates for NAIAS 2003. Bill Demmer, senior co-chairman of NAIAS 2003, said that Sunday, January 5, through Monday, January 20, have been reserved at Cobo Center in Detroit for the annual industry extravaganza that features more t ... Continue reading
Thailand Factory Making Alfa Romeos
BANGKOK, Thailand AP reported that the General Motors' assembly plant in Thailand has begun making Alfa Romeo 156, the first time the luxury car has been produced outside Italy, a company spokesman said Wednesday. The vehicle will be produced in cooperation with Fiat Auto (Thailand) Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of I ... Continue reading
Goodyear Monthly Investor Update
AKRON, Ohio, March 20 Goodyear's Investor Relations department today published its monthly update for individuals interested in tracking Goodyear's progress on a more frequent basis. Operating Highlights, February Year-to-Date North American Tire Through February, industry shipments of consumer replacement tires to dea ... Continue reading
CBS MW: Women Becoming Hybrid Fans
SAN FRANCISCO (CBS.MW) -- Cynthia Stine was looking to turn heads when she chose an aerodynamic, aluminum-bodied Honda Insight to replace her commute-worn 1987 Honda Prelude. The car's radical design extended far beyond its body lines. As one of two gas-electric hybrid models now on the market, the vehicle appeals to d ... Continue reading
Automobiles to Shift into Next Gear with Internet-Based Telematics
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--March 20, 2002--Telematics has the potential to transform the automobile into a mobile platform capable of providing computing, communications, entertainment, and safety functions, according to In-Stat/MDR (http://www.instat.com). The high-tech market research firm reports that, due to the compelling ... Continue reading
Peugeot Serves Owners and Enthusiasts With "My Peugeot"
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--March 20, 2002--BroadVision, Inc., the leading provider of enterprise self-service applications, today announced that Peugeot, the France-based automobile manufacturer, has relaunched its site, www.peugeot.fr, powered by BroadVision® enterprise self-service applications. Peugeot needed a way to e ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries Reports Surge in Second Quarter Profits
FOREST CITY, Iowa--March 20, 2002--Winnebago Industries, Inc. , today reported net income of $9.4 million for the second quarter ended March 2, 2002, a 52.8 percent increase compared to net income of $6.2 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2001. On a per share basis, the Company earned 45 cents per diluted share ... Continue reading
Thales Navigation Introduces Instant-RTK GPS Navigation System
LAS VEGAS--March 19, 2002-- Ashtech Z-Xtreme Sensor Provides Centimeter-Level Accuracy in Seconds for a Range of Applications including Land Survey, Aircraft Flight Testing, Machine Control, and other Precision Navigation Needs Thales (tal-less) Navigation, a leading global provider of GPS solutions including the Magel ... Continue reading
Delco Remy Names Raj Shah Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
ANDERSON, Ind., March 19 -- Delco Remy International's Chief Executive Officer Thomas J. Snyder announced the appointment of Raj Shah to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Commenting on the appointment, Snyder stated, ``I am delighted to have Raj join me as a strong partner in working ... Continue reading
Environmental Engine Project Revealed
DEXTER, MI--(INTERNET WIRE)--Mar 19, 2002 -- A radically new "Low Tech" engine was announced today, which promises to cut emissions, improve fuel economy, increase power and dramatically reduce costs to consumers and manufacturers. TecTransfer, Inc., (TTI), made a previously secret development program public today. Pre ... Continue reading
Preventative Health Care for Cars
LEESBURG, Va., March 19 -- In today's challenging economic climate, saving money is more important than ever. Many drivers do not know that performing simple preventative maintenance on their vehicle could save them thousands of dollars and extend the life of their car. According to AAA research, more than five million ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Truck Subsidiary, McNeilus, Unveils Revolutionary Composite Ready Mix Drum
OSHKOSH, Wis.--March 19, 2002-- McNeilus Companies Inc., North America's leading manufacturer of concrete mixers, announced today it is introducing the first composite ready mix drum, appropriately named Revolution(TM), to the U.S. ready mix industry. The new, composite-material drum weighs a full 2,000 pounds less tha ... Continue reading
WARRENDALE, Mich., March 19 -- The technical solutions for the U.S. government's corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards may be easier to define than they are to implement, and the discussion of what is really possible is very important to society and the economy. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 2002 ... Continue reading
Saab to Offer Exclusive Customization Opportunities
NORCROSS, Ga., March 19 -- Saab has identified a growing number of enthusiastic customers who want to enhance the sporty individuality of their Saab car. Therefore, Saab has entered into a long-term agreement with Hirsch Performance AG, proven specialists with long experience in customizing Saab cars, to provide perfor ... Continue reading
Goodyear Names Five Finalists for North America Highway Hero Award
AKRON, Ohio, March 19 Five professional truck drivers who risked their own lives to help others have been selected as finalists for the 2001 Goodyear North America Highway Hero Award, the trucking industry's most prestigious award for heroism. On March 22, the drivers will be introduced to the trucking industry at the ... Continue reading
Thomas Ciresa Appointed President and CEO of LAFORZA Distributors Inc.
ESCONDIDO, Calif.--(BW AutomotiveWire)--March 19, 2002-- Company is Global Distributor of the World's First Factory-Designed and Manufactured Personal Security Vehicle(TM) (PSV(TM)) LAFORZA Automobiles Inc. (Pink Sheets:LFZA) (OTCBB:LFZA) today announced the appointment of Thomas Ciresa as president and CEO of LAFORZA ... Continue reading
Parents Magazine and AAA Name Top Cars for Families
NEW YORK--March 19, 2002--Parents magazine and AAA name the top 12 cars for families, in the current (April) issue of the magazine. "We're combining Parents' understanding of what moms, dads, and kids want with the AAA's 100 years of auto-safety expertise to come up with a list of cars perfect for shuttling the kids to ... Continue reading
Lee McCall Wins IRWIN Crew Chief of the Week Honors
> <<...OLE_Obj...>> > > NEWS RELEASE > > > Contact: > Chris Connington Dane Roth > VP - Marketing, IRWIN Golin/Harris International > (847) 478-1090 (312) 729-4362 > chrisco@americantool.com droth@golinharris.com > > > From Worst to First: No. 40 Crew Chief Lee McCall Takes Home > IRWIN Crew Chief of the Week Honors > ... Continue reading
new and improved Rand Racing is three-for-three in race victories, but the team isn't resting on its laurels. The new team claimed the SRPII class victory in the Rolex Sports Car Series 2001 season finale at Daytona International Speedway, and returned this year to win the class in the 24 Hours of Daytona and the serie ... Continue reading
CARFAX joins Saab to Offer New Internet Element to Saab CPO Program
FAIRFAX, Va.--March 19, 2002--CARFAX(R), industry leader and creator of the vehicle history report, and Saab Cars USA, Inc., announced today a partnership that enables Saab dealers to include an Instant CARFAX Report in their online storefronts. The Instant CARFAX Report program offers dealers who participate in CARFAX ... Continue reading
Insider's Guide'' to Help Consumers Navigate Auto Insurance Rates
WOODLAND HILLS, Calif.--March 19, 2002--The latest California Department of Insurance premium survey reveals that auto insurance rates for the typical individual vary dramatically -- often by $1,000 or more -- among leading companies. To help consumers quickly and easily find the combination of coverage, price and serv ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TOUGH START FOR BRUMBAUGH BLYTHEWOOD, S.C. (March 19, 2002) –The 2002 Formula Ford 2000 Zetec Championship season opened March 14-15 at Sebring, Fla., in conjunction with the ALMS 12 Hours of Sebring. Canadian Formula Ford Champion and Rookie of the Year, Andy Brumbaugh, had a disappointing ... Continue reading
NHRA: Chief Dupuy joins Joe Amato Racing
For more information, contact Rob Geiger at 281-913-3316. Dupuy joins Joe Amato Racing EXETER, Pa. (March 19) -- Up-and-coming crew chief Wayne Dupuy has joined Joe Amato Racing effective immediately. Dupuy joins Jimmy Walsh and clutch specialist Bob Bauer in the braintrust of the Amato camp, which fields the Bilstein ... Continue reading
Jeremy Mayfield - Bristol Preview
<<...OLE_Obj...>> Kristine Curley Golin/Harris 704.924.9404 JEREMY MAYFIELD NO. 19 DODGE DEALERS INTREPID R/T BRISTOL PREVIEW Running At Bristol I love Bristol. I don't know what it is. I seem to do okay there. I know it's a place where a lot can happen fast. ... Continue reading
Bill Elliott - Bristol Preview
<<...OLE_Obj...>> Kristine Curley Golin/Harris 704.924.9404 BILL ELLIOTT NO. 9 DODGE DEALERS INTREPID R/T BRISTOL PREVIEW Running At Bristol "Bristol is kind of a love/hate thing. You love it if you're running well, but you really hate it if you're not. You can get caught up in something so quickly there you just never ... Continue reading
PITTSBURGH--March 19, 2002--Officials with PPG Industries said they are pleased with today's 3-2 vote by the U.S. International Trade Commission that affirms imports of automotive replacement glass windshields from China are causing material injury to the domestic industry. PPG and fellow domestic producers Safelite Gl ... Continue reading
Even The Great Fittipaldi Can't Be In Two Places At The Same Time
Contact: Kyle Chapman, 336-777-0007 kchapman@tsii.net Fittipaldi's 2002 Busch Series Debut Postponed Until May 3 at Richmond MOORESVILLE, N.C. (March 19, 2002) -- Christian Fittipaldi, who was scheduled to make his 2002 NASCAR Busch Series debut this weekend at the Channellock 250 at Bristol Motor Speedway, will instea ... Continue reading
UnitedAuto to Exceed First Quarter Earnings Estimates by More Than 20%
DETROIT--March 19, 2002--UnitedAuto Group, Inc. , a FORTUNE 500 automotive specialty retailer, confirmed today that it expects to exceed current First Call earnings estimates for the first quarter ending March 31, 2002, by at least $0.06 per share, or 20%. The Company indicated that first quarter earnings are being pos ... Continue reading
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