2007 Acura RDX Earns an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety TOP SAFETY PICK Award
All-new SUV One of Only Three Luxury SUVs to Receive Honor for 2007 TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 21 -- The all-new 2007 Acura RDX was one of only three luxury SUVs (out of 13 total vehicles) to earn a 2007 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety TOP SAFETY PICK Award. The annual award, given to SUVs for the first time this ye ... Continue reading
Heartland Energy Launches Ethanol Brand HE85 - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
ALEXANDRIA, La.--Heartland Energy Group Inc. (Pink Sheets:HEGP) announced today that they have officially launched their new ethanol brand name, HE85, and have entered into an agreement with Casella & Casella, LLP to file trademark applications for that name. Heartland Energy Group has developed the following ethanol B ... Continue reading
2007 Honda CR-V and Pilot Earn Insurance Institute for Highway Safety TOP SAFETY PICK Award
Pilot and All-New CR-V Earn the Institute's Highest Crash Safety Ratings TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 21 -- The all-new 2007 Honda CR-V, along with the 2007 Honda Pilot, were among seven SUVs to earn 2007 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK Awards. The annual award, given to SUVs for the first time ... Continue reading
Winter's Right Around the Corner ... Are You Prepared?
IndyCar(R) Series Sensation Danica Patrick Provides Tips for Getting Your Car Ready for Winter NORTHBROOK, Ill., Nov. 21 -- A recent survey commissioned by the Car Care Council found 70 percent of people admitted to not winterizing their vehicle. In fact, AAA estimates vehicle breakdowns top 5 million during the winter ... Continue reading
Capital Dream Cars Announces Winter Rates for Its Fleet of Exotic Cars
Give an Unforgettable 'Experience Gift' to That Special Someone WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Give the gift of an "experience" this holiday season with an exhilarating car rental from Capital Dream Cars. To make the experience even sweeter, Capital Dream Cars announces winter savings of 30% off its regular season rates for re ... Continue reading
H-racer Named a 'Best Invention of 2006' By TIME Magazine
Horizon Fuel Cell, Maker of the World's Smallest Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car, Emerging as Leader in Taking the Hydrogen Economy Mainstream Today SHANGHAI, Nov. 21 -- The H-racer, the world's smallest hydrogen fuel cell car developed by Horizon Fuel Cell, was named as one of the best inventions of the year by TIME magazine, ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rebecca Ackford, 614-793-4620, rackford@midohio.com AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. TO SPONSOR AMERICAN LE MANS SERIES AND INDYCAR SERIES RACES AT MID-OHIO SPORTS CAR COURSE DUBLIN, Ohio (November 21, 2006) - TrueSports, Inc. has announced a three-year partnership with American Honda Motor ... Continue reading
Decorated Veteran and St. Louis Police Officer To Be Honored by Toyota at November 26th Rams Game
ST. LOUIS, Nov. 21 -- Kevin Androff is a sports fanatic. Since his return a month ago from serving a year-and-a-half in Iraq and Kuwait, the decorated veteran has been treated to the St. Louis Cardinals winning the World Series and the University of Missouri Tigers off to their best start in football since 1969. ... Continue reading
DENTON, Texas--Peterbilt Motors Company is the highest ranked manufacturer in the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Medium-Duty Truck Customer Satisfaction StudySM in the conventional medium-duty truck segment. This latest award is the fifth time Peterbilt has ranked highest in customer satisfaction among Conventional Med ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson: Race to the Rally Roars into Retail Stores Nationwide
MINNEAPOLIS--Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision, Inc. , is giving gamers the chance to stop dreaming and start riding in Harley-Davidson®: Race to the Rally available now for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. Charge out on the highways and byways across America on ... Continue reading
Infineon Raceway Food Drive Nets 2,000 Pounds
Thanksgiving Food Drive Nets Nearly 2,000 Pounds for FISH SONOMA, Calif. (Nov. 21, 2006) - Infineon Raceway donated nearly 2,000 pounds of non-perishable food items to Friends in Sonoma Helping (FISH) following the facility's 6th annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. The amount marked one of the largest single donations FISH ... Continue reading
Survey: 3 Out of 4 Americans Want Detroit and Washington to Impose 40 MPG Fuel-Efficiency Standard
Poll Finds 90 Percent Expect Much Higher Gas Prices Soon, Almost Half Now More Likely to Buy Hybrid or Other Fuel-Efficient Vehicle; Americans Want Washington to Help Big 3, But Don't Let Carmakers Off the Hook for Past Mistakes WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Will the Big 3 automakers blow it for a second time by misreading an ... Continue reading
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--BlackEagle Partners, LLC and a unit of investment firm Apollo Management have made an equity investment in Federal Broach & Machine Company (“Federal”). William and Robert Martin, the current owners and operators of the business, will continue to manage Federal going forward and retain a su ... Continue reading
Cummins Takes the Lead in China with Tier 3 Availability at BAUMA Show
SHANGHAI, China--Cummins Inc. displayed a full lineup of EPA Tier 3 emissions-capable engines at the BAUMA China Show, Shanghai (Nov. 21-24), ready for installation by construction equipment manufacturers in China. Spanning a wide 23-522 kW (31-700 hp) power band, the Tier 3 range will bring the latest low-emissions, h ... Continue reading
Leffler Eyes Third "Turkey Night" Midget Title Thursday at Irwindale Speedway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NOVEMBER 20, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 06-322 LEFFLER EYES THIRD âTURKEY NIGHTâ MIDGET TITLE THURSDAY AT IRWINDALE SPEEDWAY; Jason Leffler of Long Beach, Calif. hopes to join Ron Shuman and Billy Boat as the only drivers to win the prestigious âTurkey Night Grand Prix ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 21 -- Lear Corporation , one of the world's largest automotive suppliers, today announced it is commencing a tender offer for up to $850 million aggregate principal amount of its 8.125% senior notes due 2008, of which approximately euro 237 million is outstanding, and its 8.11% senior notes due ... Continue reading
Drive Safer Sunday Garners Support from Senators Chambliss, Isakson and Governor Perdue
ATLANTA--Road Safe America and the brothers of Sigma Chi will host U.S. Senator Saxby Chambliss, a University of Georgia and Sigma Chi alumnus, as they campaign to raise awareness for Drive Safer Sunday. Road Safe America will bring its Annual Drive Safer Sunday message âBuckle-Up ⢠Slow Down ⢠Stay Aler ... Continue reading
Chevron’s Lubricants University Introduces New Courses on Automotive and Industrial Greases
SAN RAMON, Calif.--Chevronâs Lubricants University, an educational website, is introducing two new courses, âAutomotive Greaseâ and âIndustrial Grease,â as part of its course catalog. The two modules are self-study, web-based programs designed for maintenance professionals and industrial end us ... Continue reading
Carey England Limited Adopts Environmental Policy
Signs Agreements With The CarbonNeutral Company and One Water LONDON, Nov. 21 -- Carey England Ltd. has today announced the adoption of a formal Environmental Policy for the company and has signed an agreement with The CarbonNeutral Company to invest in projects that will offset the carbon emissions of its fleet of cha ... Continue reading
SORL Auto Parts Upgrade to NASDAQ Global Market
ZHEJIANG, China, Nov. 21 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- SORL Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and distributor of commercial vehicle air brake valves as well as other auto parts in China, today announced that the NASDAQ Stock Market has approved the transfer of the Company's Common Stock listing from the NASDAQ Capital ... Continue reading
EUROSTAR Press Release - English Version
Dear Editor, Kindly find attached a press release titled: EUROSTAR launches Euroline brand of consumer electronics and home appliances at Gitex 2006. Appreciate it if you could publish the release. Also, find attached an image of the Euroline 42" Plasma TV. For further information, please feel free to contact us. Thank ... Continue reading
BEIJING--GlobalAutoIndustry.com, the leading worldwide portal and intelligence source for the automotive industry, and Shanghai KOWIN Automotive Components Co., Ltd, the global sourcing division of Chery Automotive Co., signed an agreement to create the worldâs largest B2B automotive sourcing portal. The portal wi ... Continue reading
Monaco Coach Corporation Announces Cash Dividend
COBURG, Ore., Nov. 21 -- Monaco Coach Corporation announced today that its upcoming quarterly cash dividend of $0.06 per share will be payable on December 15, 2006 to stockholders of record on December 1, 2006, and represents its 12th consecutive quarterly cash dividend since the Company declared its initial cash divid ... Continue reading
Chrome Paint Products (ITALY) - News!
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Telematics Provider ATX Expands Into Personal Navigation
Long-time In-Vehicle Navigation Advisors to Extend Expertise to Portable Devices, Phones DALLAS and FORT WORTH, Texas, Nov. 21 -- ATX Group, the world's second largest telematics provider to the automotive industry, announced today it would be extending its enhanced navigation assistance beyond the dashboard to various ... Continue reading
Monaco Coach Corporation to Receive Prestigious RVDA Quality Circle Award for Dealer Satisfaction
COBURG, Ore., Nov. 21 -- Monaco Coach Corporation , one of the nation's leading manufacturers of recreational vehicles, will receive the prestigious and highly coveted 2006 Quality Circle Award from the Recreation Vehicle Dealers Association (RVDA), in a special ceremony at the 44th Annual National RV Trade Show in Lou ... Continue reading
SHANGHAI, China, Nov. 21 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Shanghai International Exhibition Co., Ltd. announced today that the 12th International Automobile & Manufacturing Technology Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2007), will be held at the Shanghai New International Exhibition Center from April 22 to 28, 2007. Themed around 'Techno ... Continue reading
Former Champions Steve Kinser, Danny Lasoski Reunite with World of Outlaws
CONCORD, N.C.--DIRT MotorSports, Inc. (OTCBB: DMSP) (DIRT) announced 20-time World of Outlaws champion Steve Kinser and 2001 World of Outlaws champion Danny Lasoski will return to the World of Outlaws in 2007. âWe welcome Steve and Danny and their returns to the World of Outlaws,â said DIRT MotorSports Presid ... Continue reading
Overhauled CNN Hummer Up for Sale
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Following a brave tour of duty in the Iraq War and a wild âOverhaulinââ by Chip Foose and his partners on The Learning Channel, a one-off CNN Hummer will be sold for charity at No Reserve during the 36th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event from Jan. 13-21, 2007, in Scottsdale, A ... Continue reading
HotShot Makes Ice Scrapers Obsolete
500,000 throughout world now have heated washer fluid on car FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Nov. 21 -- More than 500,000 drivers throughout the world will not scrape snow, ice and freezing rain from their windshields this winter thanks to a revolutionary de-icing technology that makes ice scrapers obsolete. HotShot(R) is the ... Continue reading
Lock It or Lose It! The PA Auto Theft Prevention Authority's Simple Tips Help Ensure a Safe and Happy Holiday Season for Pennsylvania Drivers MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Nov. 21 -- On Friday, thousands of excited shoppers across Pennsylvania will head to shopping malls and big-box retailers to officially kick-off the holiday s ... Continue reading
MicroTRAKgps Passes Stringent Standards of Jaguar and Landrover - Launch of New Product Line Soon
DALLAS--MicroTRAKgps, a division of The Tracking Corporation (Pink Sheets:MIOK), a provider of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology solutions, today announces that Jaguar and Landrover has approved a Parts Submission Warrant (PSW) submitted on the MicroTRAKgps theft reco ... Continue reading
ATLANTA--Dealership University, a developer of interactive training solutions for the powersports industry, today announced the addition of live, instructor-led online training classes to their portfolio of educational tools for powersports dealers. These exciting new classes blend classroom training, live discussion a ... Continue reading
NextEnergy Launches Global Fleet Processing Tool
Free Web-based tool provides fleet managers with convenient, efficient access to energy usage and emissions information. DETROIT, Nov. 21 -- NextEnergy, Michigan's alternative energy accelerator, has launched an interactive fleet processing tool accessible by fleet managers worldwide. The free, web-based tool allows fl ... Continue reading
IIHS Recommends More Subaru Models Than Any Other Automotive Brand
-- The 2007 Subaru Legacy, Forester and Tribeca all earn the TOP SAFETY PICK awards from the IIHS -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Nov. 21 -- Subaru was a big winner with this year's Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awards, the 2007 Subaru Legacy, Forester and Tribeca all earned the TOP SAFETY PICK designation. These ... Continue reading
LAS VEGAS, Nov. 21 -- Twenty-nine of the best auto glass technicians gathered for the second annual Auto Glass Technician Contest (the "Olympics" of Auto Glass Replacement), held November 1-3, 2006 in Las Vegas and three emerged victorious. Robert (Rob) Grace of Cindy Rowe Auto Glass, Harrisburg, PA., has won the gold ... Continue reading
Raser Technologies, Inc. Hires Hybrid Vehicle Expert for Transportation Market Development
PROVO, Utah--Raser Technologies, Inc. (NYSE Arca: RZ) (âRaserâ), a technology licensing company established to develop and license advanced electric motor, controller and related technologies, today reported that the company has hired James A. Spellman as Director â Business Development â Transporta ... Continue reading
Steelworkers Rip Goodyear Disclosure, Launch Investor Website
PITTSBURGH--News from USW: The United Steelworkers (USW) released a scathing critique of Goodyearâs claims on its recent earnings conference call, part of a series of Investor Alert newsletters the union is producing during the strike at Goodyear. In this third issue of the newsletter, USW states that during the c ... Continue reading
Rafa Matos Returns to Cockpit of A1 Team Brasil Entry in Malaysia
Raphael Matos Returns to Cockpit of A1 Team Brasil Entry in Malaysia Young, Brazilian's Successful A1GP Debut Garners Seat for Second Time SEPANG, MALAYSIA, November 21, 2006 - By virtue of his impressive debut in the A1 Team Brasil car at Beijing two weeks ago, Raphael Matos has been asked to pilot the entry in Sunday ... Continue reading
GM Licenses 4imprint as Division, Dealer Promotional Products Retailer
4imprint Contest: GM Dealers Can Win $1,000 in Promotional Products OSHKOSH, Wis., Nov. 21 -- GM dealers have a new resource for promotional products -- and the chance to win $1,000 in imprinted merchandise. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061121/CGTU036LOGO ) General Motors has approved 4imprint, a leadin ... Continue reading
Musgrave, No. 9 Team ASE Toyota Finish 33rd at Homestead
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Family-Friendly Atlas From Rand McNally Eases Travel Planning, Helps Entertain and Engage Kids
- Family Adventure Guide offers bonus guide to Disney Parks and sweepstakes for chance to win magical Disney vacation - SKOKIE, Ill., Nov. 21 -- Every parent dreams of a fun, relaxing, road trip with kids who are engaged and excited to explore the land they're navigating. That dream will come one step closer to reality ... Continue reading
Avis Budget Group Announces Filing of its Third Quarter Form 10-Q
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 21 -- Avis Budget Group, Inc. announced today that it has filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for third quarter 2006. The Company noted that, in addition to the adjustments required in connection with the previously disclosed restatement, the Form 10-Q reflects additional correcting adjustmen ... Continue reading
CORRECTION: World Debut for BMW Hydrogen 7 in Los Angeles
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Experian Automotive Releases September 2006 New Vehicle Sales Statistics
Ford F-150 Leads September 2006 New Vehicle Sales SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Nov. 21 -- Experian Automotive, a division of global information solutions company Experian(R) , today announced definitive September new vehicle sales statistics based on actual state vehicle registrations from across the United States. "For the month ... Continue reading
Goodyear Announces Closing of $1 Billion of Senior Notes
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 21 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced that it has closed its offering of $1 billion aggregate principal amount of three-year and five-year senior notes. The notes are senior unsecured obligations of the company. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) The $500 m ... Continue reading
Ituran Location and Control Ltd.
Presents Record Results for the Third Quarter of 2006 Ituran Presents Record Net Profit and Revenues AZOUR, Israel, November 21 -- Ituran Location and Control Ltd. , today announced its consolidated financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2006. Highlights of the third quarter - Record results with strong ... Continue reading
Lear Announces Pricing for $900 Million in Senior Notes
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Nov. 21 -- Lear Corporation , one of the world's largest automotive suppliers, today announced it has priced the offering of $900 million in new senior notes. This offering is an increase of $200 million from the $700 million offering amount previously announced by Lear. The $900 million offering inc ... Continue reading
LoJack Corporation Enters Into Retirement and Non-Competition Agreement With Former CEO
WESTWOOD, Mass., Nov. 21 -- LoJack Corporation announced that it had entered into a Retirement and Non-Competition Agreement with Joseph F. Abely, former Chairman and CEO. The agreement provides for his continued employment at his current base salary and benefits through July 31, 2007, at which time he will retire from ... Continue reading
REGI U.S., Inc. Receives $10,000,000 Private Equity Credit Line
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--REGI U.S., Inc. (the “Company” or “REGI”) (OTCBB:RGUS) (FWB:RGJ) is pleased to announce that it has obtained a $10,000,000 equity line of credit, arranged by JH Darbie & Co., Inc. of New York. The equity line of credit may be used to sell common stock to the investor at the discreti ... Continue reading
State Farm Insurance Contributes $1.5 Million to TxDOT Vehicle Registration Initiative
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 21 -- State Farm and the State Farm Agents of Texas are contributing $1.5 million through in-kind services to support "Put Texas in your corner," the Texas Department of Transportation's initiative to remind vehicle owners to register their cars, trucks, motorcycles, and trailers on time. TxDOT pres ... Continue reading
Daihatsu Exhibits New Vehicles at Auto China 2006
BEIJING - November 21, 2006: DAIHATSU MOTOR CO., LTD. (Daihatsu) announced that it will exhibit the D-01 prototype, which is scheduled to go on sale in mid-2007, and other vehicles at Auto China 2006 (Beijing Motor Show). The motor show will be held from November 18 to 27 at the China International Exhibition Center an ... Continue reading
World Debut for BMW Hydrogen 7 at LA Auto Show
NORTH AMERICAN DEBUT FOR BMW HYDROGEN 7 IN LOS ANGELES WORLD'S FIRST HYDROGEN-DRIVE LUXURY PERFORMANCE CAR Los Angeles, CA - November 20, 2006⦠The new BMW Hydrogen 7, the world's first hydrogen- drive luxury performance automobile will make its North American debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The car - a vehicl ... Continue reading
Carter-2-Motorsports Taps Nick Tucker For Second ARCA Car In 2007
Carter-2-Motorsports Taps Nick Tucker For Second ARCA Car In 2007 STATESVILLE, North Carolina (Tuesday, November 21, 2006) - - Carter-2-Motorsports announced today they no longer have plans to participate in the 2007 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season. However, pulling their plans from the NCTS division, allows Carte ... Continue reading
Indy Driver Jimmy Kite Opens JK Hobby World
Jimmy Kite Opens JK Hobby World Storefront and JKHobbyWorld.com Online Store Customers to Reap Rewards of Kite's Racing Career FARMINGTON, Mo., November 20, 2006 - Jimmy Kite is used to the high-speed world of professional motorsports. Now, he is quickly becoming accustom the high-speed world of commerce. Kite is far f ... Continue reading
Chevron's Lubricants University Introduces "Automotive Grease" and "Industrial Grease" courses
Dear AutoChannel, I wanted to let you know that today, Chevron introduced two new courses, "Automotive Grease" and "Industrial Grease," to its online course offerings from Lubricants University. These courses are available now and will help increase maintenance professionals and industrial end users knowledge of proper ... Continue reading
Survey To Show Americans Want President, Congress To Push Detroit For More Fuel-Efficient Vehicles
Will Detroit Blow It Again with SUVs and Trucks? With Nearly All Americans Expecting Gas Prices to Soon Soar High Again, No Drop Seen in Demand for Highly Fuel-Efficient Vehicles As Washington continues to jawbone with Detroit's Big 3 automakers, Americans have strikingly strong and bipartisan views about the steps -- ... Continue reading
Scania and the Dutch Army Sign Service Contract for 555 Trucks
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Scania has won a service contract with the Dutch army. The contract is worth about 100 million Euros and covers the repair and maintenance of 555 trucks and their ancillary equipment. The contract, which covers a period of 13 years, also includes training of the armyâs mechanics, who will repair ... Continue reading
Attention Holiday Shoppers: Laminated Glass Protects Gifts Stored in Parked Cars
DETROIT, Nov. 20 -- With "Black Friday" looming, holiday shoppers need to be aware of potential thieves lurking around shopping center parking lots. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce - Office of Security, historically the holiday shopping season is one of the highest crime periods of the year. During this ti ... Continue reading
CSK Auto Corporation Announces Preliminary Third Quarter 2006 Sales
PHOENIX--CSK Auto Corporation announced today preliminary net sales results and new store openings for its third quarter of fiscal year 2006 ended October 29. As previously announced, the Company will continue to defer the release of its financial results for fiscal 2005 and the first three quarters of fiscal 2006 pend ... Continue reading
Natural Gas Delivers Forum to Be Held in Long Beach
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: November 20, 2006 Kimberly Taylor 702-203-4982 ktaylor@afvi.org Natural Gas Delivers Forum to Be Held in Long Beach Las Vegas, NV-The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute (AFVI) and Clean Energy Fuels are hosting a forum for truck fleets to be held January 24, 2007, in Long Beach, CA. Natur ... Continue reading
British Cabbies Rush To Buy New TX4 Taxi
LONDON - November 21, 2006: Drivers are hailing the newly-launched TX4 London taxi as the best purpose-built cab ever. Hundreds of eager cabbies have been inundating dealers for manufacturer LTI Vehicles, wanting to see the latest incarnation of the world-famous vehicle and sign up for a test drive. And the early feedb ... Continue reading
Mazda launches Special Edition 'Demio' and 'Axela Sport' Models
Exclusive body colors and special interior design provide the Stylish Tone Series with a heightened level of style HIROSHIMA, Japan--Mazda Motor Corporation today announced the launch in Japan of the Mazda Demio special edition "Style C" and "Style S" models and the Mazda Axela Sport special edition 23ST and 20ST model ... Continue reading
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