Bazemore eyes his first St. Louis win
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 12 of 23 O'Reilly NHRA Midwest Nationals Gateway International Raceway Madison, Ill. Race Date: June 23-25, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net BAZEMORE EYES HIS FIRST ST. LOUIS WIN TH ... Continue reading
Families Who Play Together Stay Together: ATV Hot Spots for Summer Getaways
BREA, Calif., June 21 -- It's a favorite family pastime -- riding ATVs. Whether exploring the natural beauty of forests, deserts, mountains or canyons, there's nothing quite like a summer getaway to enjoy the great outdoors and a little family bonding. Now, more than ever, families are hitting the trails to take in the ... Continue reading
Goodyear Christens Newest Blimp Spirit of Innovation
Concludes First Nationwide Naming Contest AKRON, Ohio, June 21 -- In a spectacular event held today at its Wingfoot Lake Airship hangar, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company christened its newest blimp. After more than a year of construction and testing, as well as two months of operational flights bearing only its FAA d ... Continue reading
Spirit of Innovation Name Pleases Goodyear Chairman
Innovation a Critical Part of the Company's Evolution AKRON, Ohio, June 21 -- Goodyear Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Bob Keegan said he could not have been more pleased with the name that Uniontown, Ohio, resident Matthew Harrelson suggested for the company's newest airship . . . Spirit of Innovation. (Logo: htt ... Continue reading
Volvo Names Greatest Pirates of All Time - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
Volvo Holds Treasure Hunt for Buried XC90 V8 as Tie-in to Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 21 -- Ten days into its global, multi-media treasure hunt for a Volvo XC90 V8 that has been buried somewhere in the world, Volvo Cars Corporation today named the greatest pirates of all ... Continue reading
HYUNDAI ACCENT A Cute Little Thing By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Automotively speaking the Japanese began eating our lunch 30 years ago by producing economical, dependable practical cars â better than US products at the time. Now the Koreans, in the US market for about 20 years, are beginning to ... Continue reading
-- WHAT: The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety will release new scientifically valid research about the impact of Graduated Driver Licensing laws and parental involvement on 16- and 17-year-old drivers. The report will reveal for the first time the three factors that distinguish crash-free teens from crash-involved tee ... Continue reading
BMW 750 / 850 V-12 5.0L Wire Sets Closeout
Good day, We have 500 set of Ignition Wire Sets (picture included). Made by Beru in Germany for the follong BMW car models: BMW 750 series 1988-94 5.0L V12-4988cc BMW 850i series 1991-94 5.0L V12-4988cc All are new and packaged well. Jobber Price = 537.26 Our sales price $150.00 each. Payments by PayPal. We have many o ... Continue reading
Defending Gateway FC champ Capps returns with "Ace" by his side
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 12 of 23 O'Reilly NHRA Midwest Nationals Gateway International Raceway Madison, Ill. Race Date: June 23-25, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net DEFENDING GATEWAY FUNNY CAR CHAMP CAPPS ... Continue reading
Derhaag Motorsports returns to the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course
Derhaag Motorsports No. 40 Preformed Line Products Daytona Prototype CONTACT: Cristi Brumm 1-336-210-0980 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Derhaag Motorsports returns to the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course Lexington, OH (June 21, 2006) Derhaag Motorsports returns this weekend to the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course for the 250-mile EMCO ... Continue reading
Find out How Fast the Alloy Wheel Market Will Grow in North America over the Next Few Years?
DUBLIN, Ireland--June 21, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c38433) has announced the addition of Global Market Review of Road Wheels - Forecasts to 2012 to their offering In this, the third edition of this report, we review the key market drivers for road wheels and we update the ma ... Continue reading
Flexpoint Highlights Conference Call
DRAPER, Utah--June 21, 2006--Flexpoint Sensor Systems, Inc. (OTCBB: FLXT) highlighted the significant topics the company reviewed during yesterday's conference call. The call was hosted by Clark Mower, Flexpoint's President and CEO, as Chairman John Sindt was in Europe meeting with automotive suppliers. Mr. Mower discu ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--June 21, 2006--Freescale Semiconductor recognized 10 companies with its prestigious Supplier Performance Excellence Awards. The annual awards were presented to global suppliers demonstrating excellent performance in providing value, quality products and services key to Freescale's success. "To meet the n ... Continue reading
Great Racing Action at SSP this Week
Contact: Todd Fisher (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kid’s Box Car and Big Wheel Racing Returns to SSP This Week along with Great Racing Action NEWBERRYTOWN, PA (June 13, 2006) – The Sprint Cars return to SSP on Thursday night, June 22 featuring the ever-popular Kid’s Box Car Racing along wit ... Continue reading
GreenMan Technologies, Inc. Receives Approval To Commence Trading On The OTCBB Under ''GMTI''
LYNNFIELD, Mass.--June 21, 2006--GreenMan Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: GMTI) a leading recycler of almost 20 million scrap tires per year announced today that it has been approved to commence trading on the OTC Bulletin Board ("OTCBB") under symbol "GMTI" effective with the opening of trading, today, June 21, 2006. In or ... Continue reading
Hearn Motorsports Announces Two Race Deal with Maryeve Dufault
Hearn Motorsports Announces Two Race Deal with Maryeve Dufault MONTREAL, June 21, 2006 - Hearn Motorsports announced today the addition of a third car to its Formula BMW USA Series stable for the next two rounds of the open wheel racing series. Maryeve Dufault (Sorel, Quebec, Canada) will make her Formula BMW USA debut ... Continue reading
Hexion Specialty Chemicals' Announces Delay of Its Initial Public Offering
COLUMBUS, Ohio--June 21, 2006--Hexion Specialty Chemicals, Inc. ("Hexion"), today announced that it is suspending its initial public offering (IPO) of common stock due to adverse market conditions. "Our decision to postpone the IPO is based on the recent volatility within the overall equities markets and the specialty ... Continue reading
LOXLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT CHOOSES ICOP IN-CAR VIDEO
For more information, contact: For Investor Relations: Laura E. Owen, COO Elite Financial Communications Group, LLC 16801 West 116th Street Dodi Handy, President and CEO Lenexa, KS 66219 USA Phone: (407) 585-1080 Phone: (913) 338-5550 ICOP@efcg.net Fax: (913) 312-0264 Lowen@ICOP.com www.ICOP.com LOXLEY POLICE DEPARTMEN ... Continue reading
SAN DIEGO, June 21 -- Networkcar(R), a Reynolds and Reynolds company specializing in remotely monitoring vehicle location and diagnostics, announced that it has won a Stevie Award for the "Most Innovative Company" at the 2006 American Business Awards annual gala in New York City. Networkcar was recognized for its innov ... Continue reading
NHRA'S FORCE FAMILY TO MAKE A&E DEBUT - 'THEY'RE FAST, DAD'S FURIOUS'
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Contact: Gina Nocero / 212-210-9163 gina.nocero@aetn.com THE NEW REAL-LIFE SERIES FROM A&E NETWORK STARRING DRAG RACING LEGEND JOHN FORCE AND HIS HIGH-SPEED DAUGHTERS DRIVING FORCE PREMIERES MONDAY, JULY 17TH AT 9PM EST AND PST / 8PM CST Start your engines! Driving Force, the new high-speed ... Continue reading
Power Information Network Reports: Midsize Utility Vehicle Segment Shows Signs of Weakening
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., June 21 -- The midsize utility segment, which includes some of the auto industry's most popular models, is increasingly showing signs of considerable weakness, as it has been since the beginning of the year, according to real-time retail transaction data from the Power Information Network (PIN ... Continue reading
Press Release: Eve of Destruction at LVS 06/20/2006
The “EVE” Takes Over the High Banks! Tuesday June 20, 2006 – By: Rodney Rescott New Lebanon, NY: A brief passing storm couldn’t cool off the hot action of the annual return of the “Eve of Destruction” at the famed Lebanon Valley Speedway. The High Banks were transformed into a destructive force for ages to ... Continue reading
Preventing First Responder Injuries in the Line of Duty
State Farm's (R) 'Auto Design & Extrication Forum 2006' Showcases Lifesaving Crash Site Rescue Techniques WHAT: State Farm(R), the nation's largest automobile insurer, is strengthening its commitment to automotive safety by providing an educational forum for Fire departments, Emergency Medical Service (EMS) units, and ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--June 21, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c38437) has announced the addition of Global Market Review of Shock Absorbers - Forecasts to 2012 to their offering. Ride control is basically governed by a vehicle's suspension system, including its shock absorbers and stru ... Continue reading
State Farm(R) to Help Prevent Unforeseen Risks at Crash Sites
National Forum Aims to Alert Rescue Personnel Professionals and Victims on Hidden Dangers BLOOMINGTON, Ill., June 21 -- As the summer driving season begins, and roadways become more congested, drivers may not realize that the same safety features that keep them safe in an accident, can be deadly to rescue workers. As a ... Continue reading
Stevens Jr. focused on moving up in Pro Stock points
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 12 of 23 O'Reilly NHRA Midwest Nationals Gateway International Raceway Madison, Ill. Race Date: June 23-25, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net STEVENS JR. FOCUSED ON MOVING UP IN PRO ... Continue reading
Sunoco Ron Fellows Karting Championship presented by Toronto Star Wheels takes Barrie by storm!
Sunoco Ron Fellows Karting Championship presented by Toronto Star Wheels For immediate release: June 21, 2006 Sunoco Ron Fellows Karting Championship takes Barrie by storm! TORONTO, ONTARIO – This weekend is probably the most anticipated weekend of the year for any Eastern Canadian karter – it is the Barrie Grand P ... Continue reading
TI Automotive Unit Wins Toyota Silver Supplier Award
BANGALORE, India, June 21 -- TI Automotive's subsidiary in India has received a Silver Supplier of the Year Award from Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) Corp. for its outstanding performance in quality, delivery and value improvement in supplying parts and materials. The award was presented at a recent supplier meeting in B ... Continue reading
TOLEDO, Ohio--June 21, 2006--ICE Industries, a leading metal stamping and assembly company, today announced it was selected by automotive supplier Tower Automotive to provide manufacturing support. Under the terms of the agreement, ICE will manufacture parts for at least the next three years for Tower Automotive, based ... Continue reading
Mazda RX-7, Mazda RX-8 and Nissan 350Z see spike in searches ATLANTA, June 21 -- AutoTrader.com, the smarter place to buy and sell a car, noted substantial increases in searches for the vehicle models featured in the third installment of the movie series "The Fast and The Furious" with the opening of "The Fast and the ... Continue reading
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla.--June 21, 2006--Camping World, the nation's largest retailer of RV and outdoor supplies and accessories, today announced the opening of a new SuperCenter in St. Augustine, Florida. The store is co-located with FreedomRoads dealer Camping Time RV off of the I-95 Corridor, Exit 381 at 600 Belz Outlet ... Continue reading
Camping World Celebrates 40th Anniversary with National ''Ice Cream Patio Parties''
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.--June 21, 2006--Camping World, the nation's largest retailer of RV and outdoor supplies and accessories, will throw a special national celebratory "Ice Cream Patio Party" at all of its SuperCenters and Xpress stores as part of its year-long 40th Anniversary. The event will take place this Friday and ... Continue reading
SHEBOYGAN, Wis.--June 21, 2006--After only 18 weeks under Chapter 11 protection, J.L. French Automotive Castings, Inc., a privately-held, leading global supplier of high pressure die-cast aluminum automotive components and assemblies, announced today that the bankruptcy court has confirmed, or approved, the company's P ... Continue reading
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J., June 21 -- Honeywell will issue its second quarter earnings before the opening of The New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, July 20. The company will also hold a conference call with investors at 9:00 a.m. EDT on July 20. Presentation Materials Related presentation materials will be posted to the ... Continue reading
IHRA Harold Martin Edmonton Pre Race: Martin is Prepared and Excited to Return to Edmonton
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Team ACDelco IHRA Race Preview Harold Martin, Owner/Driver ACDelco Pro Modified Pontiac Event: IHRA Cars RV & Marine & Motorsports Rocky Mountain Nationals Location: Castrol Raceway Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Dates: June 23-25, 2006 H ... Continue reading
Justin Marks Showing Maturity With Shaver Motorsports
Justin Marks Showing Maturity With Shaver Motorsports CONCORD, North Carolina (Wednesday, June 21, 2006) - - He’s only been with Shaver Motorsports for three races between 2005 and 2006, but road racing ace Justin Marks is quickly coming into his niche and fast in the ARCA RE/MAX Series. Marks, part of the Shave ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Anderson looks to St. Louis
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* *KB RACING LLC* *NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES* *SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT PONTIAC GTO PRO STOCK* *GREG ANDERSON -- DRIVER * *MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz* *PHONE: 425-557-8899* *E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net* *10TH ANNUAL NHRA O'REILLY MIDWEST NATIONALS* *GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY -- MAD ... Continue reading
Lear Corporation Honors Ten Suppliers in Eighth Annual Hall of Fame Awards Program
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., June 21 -- Lear Corporation today announced the presentation of the Lear Hall of Fame Award, its highest honor, to ten suppliers based on outstanding performance. Now in its eighth year, Lear's Annual Hall of Fame Supplier Awards Program recognizes those suppliers who demonstrate excellence in qualit ... Continue reading
NHRA Warren Johnson St. Louis Pre Race: WJ Hopes to Boost his Midterm Grade in Madison
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net WJ Hopes to Boost his Midterm Grade in Madison GM Performance Parts GTO team aims for third win at Gateway International Raceway Sugar Hill, Ga., June 21, 2006 - The 2006 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing season will reach its midpoint this weekend ... Continue reading
Polaris Schedules Second Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call
MINNEAPOLIS--June 21, 2006--Polaris Industries Inc. announced today that it will release financial results for its second quarter 2006 the morning of Thursday, July 13, 2006. The Company has scheduled a conference call to discuss its second quarter year 2006 financial results at 9:00 a.m. CT on the same day. Tom Tiller ... Continue reading
Rafa Matos Quickest at Indianapolis Liberty Challenge Pro Series Test
Raphael Matos Quickest at Indianapolis Liberty Challenge Pro Series Test INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., June 21, 2006 - Following a last minute invitation to drive in the Indy Pro Series Open Test at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) on Tuesday, Raphael Matos again showed why he is of such interest to top-tier car owners in o ... Continue reading
Rocketsports Racing Cleveland Preview
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Heather Haupt ▪ cell: (517) 927-8472 ▪ e-mail: heatherh@rocketsportsracing.com ROCKETSPORTS CONTINUES WITH TWO CARS IN CLEVELAND AND HOPES TO KEEP THE POSITIVE MOMENTUM ROLLING EAST LANSING, Michigan (June 21, 2006) – After Rocketsports Racing added another car to its 2006 C ... Continue reading
Case IH, Ferrari Teaming Up for Grand Prix Events
RACINE, Wis., June 21 -- Agricultural equipment industry leader Case IH and Ferrari will make history as they pair up for the first time at two Formula 1 racing events in North America. Ferrari team cars will feature prominent Case IH decals during the Grand Prix of Canada in Montreal, June 25; and the U.S. Grand Prix ... Continue reading
Event showcases GM's new hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, GEM electric vehicles, car sharing and other alternatives to car ownership and high costs at the pump WASHINGTON, June 21 -- Zipcar, the largest car sharing service in Metro DC and North America, is bringing together transportation leaders from around the District an ... Continue reading
Goodyear to Exit Segments of Private Label Business in North America
AKRON, Ohio, June 21 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced today that it is withdrawing from certain segments of the private label tire business in North America. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO) Jonathan D. Rich, president of Goodyear's North American Tire business, said, "Today's ... Continue reading
Long Commutes Cause Drivers to Look at More Than a Vehicle's Price Tag - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
DETROIT - June 21, 2006: Since the average commute in the U.S. is estimated at one hour everyday, transportation officials advise commuters to look at more than just a vehicleâs price tag . To help ensure a personâs paycheck is not primarily allotted to their commute, drivers should factor in a carâs dur ... Continue reading
Pontiac Announces Solstice GXP Pricing
New Turbocharged Roadster to Sell for Under $26K Detroit - June 21, 2006: At the height of the summer solstice, Pontiac today announced that the turbocharged 2007 Solstice GXP will carry a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $25,995, including a $600 destination charge. The 260-horsepower roadster arrives in Ponti ... Continue reading
California International Auto Show Changes Name to the ORANGE COUNTY AUTO SHOW
ANAHEIM, Calif., June 21 -- To highlight the unique California region in which the auto show is held, the former California International Auto Show has officially changed its name to the Orange County Auto Show, effective today. The new Orange County Auto Show will debut October 4-8, 2006, at the Anaheim Convention Cen ... Continue reading
Jaguar XK Wins 'Car Of The Year' And 'Best Coupe' Awards At The Auto Express New Car Honours 2006
LONDON - June 21, 2006: Jaguar's much sought after new XK sports car has claimed the prestigious 'Car of the Year' award at the 2006 Auto Express New Car Honours, announced today. The XK Coupe also came out on top in the 'Best Coupe' category, ahead of the BMW 6 Series and the Porsche 911. Geoff Cousins, UK Managing Di ... Continue reading
Nissan NOTE Tops UK Supermini MPV Category
LONDON - June 21, 2006: The new Nissan NOTE has scooped its first award, taking the inaugural title of best Supermini MPV in the Auto Express New Car Honours. In a new category created for the 2006 Honours, the NOTE fought off stiff competition from the Honda Jazz and the Renault Modus to take the title. Managing Direc ... Continue reading
First Place at Le Mans 24 Hour Race for the Audi R10
Victory for Bosch Diesel Injection Technology * Diesel technology combines maximum performance with low consumption * Specially adjusted Bosch common rail system FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., June 21 -- Together with Audi, Bosch has developed the diesel injection system for the successful Audi R10 TDI racecars, supplying hi ... Continue reading
Milwaukee Mile and Summerfest Announce Partnership
Exciting news! Attached and below. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Contact: John Boler Jim Tretow Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. The Milwaukee Mile 414.273.2680 414.453.5761 jboler@summerfest.com jtretow@milwaukeemile.com SUMMERFEST and THE MILWAUKEE MILE ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP MILWAUKEE (June 21, 2006) - The Milwaukee Mi ... Continue reading
From Devil's Tower to the Center of the World 'Weird U.S.' Online Road Trip Contest
$80,000 More in Prize Money Still Available PARSIPPANY, N.J., June 21 -- Budget Rent A Car System, Inc. today announced the first winners of its online contest at http://www.upyourbudget.com/ featuring the creators of "Weird U.S.," a travel guide to unique and mysterious places not often found on state maps or tourist ... Continue reading
A Host of New Protections for California Car Buyers Starts July 1
Last Year's Landmark Car Buyer's Bill of Rights to be Implemented SACRAMENTO, Calif., June 21 -- Starting July 1, 2006, consumers shopping for new and used cars in California will benefit from the first in the nation "Car Buyer's Bill of Rights." The California Motor Car Dealers Association (CMCDA) joined a broad array ... Continue reading
HOUSTON--June 21, 2006--A recent National Retail Federation survey found that 37 percent of consumers plan to cut back on their travel plans because of the high cost of fuel. With experts expecting gas prices to remain high this summer, even resilient vacationers may need to cut back in other areas to make up for the i ... Continue reading
The New Porsche 911 Turbo--the Most Potent and Capable Yet--Arrives at Dealerships This Week
ATLANTA--June 21, 2006-- The Sports Car that Some Consider the Benchmark for Everyday Supercars Features a Twin turbocharger, variable turbine geometry (VTG) and electronically controlled all-wheel-drive Porsche is set to unleash the newest and flat-out fastest version of what many consider the world's best performing ... Continue reading
Ford Test Track Transformation Part Of Efforts To Speed New Products To Market By A Full Year
New Dearborn Development Center is part of Fordâs Way Forward plan to streamline product development and bring more new products to market faster. $43 million transformation of 365-acre site includes new test tracks and special surfaces simulating roads throughout the United States and Europe. Historic 81-year-old ... Continue reading
Top Fuel points leader Troxel concentrates on job at hand in St. Louis
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 12 of 23 O'Reilly NHRA Midwest Nationals Gateway International Raceway Madison, Ill. Race Date: June 23-25, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net POINTS LEADER TROXEL CONCENTRATES ON JOB ... Continue reading
CSK Auto Corporation Expands Deployment of MicroStrategy to Enhance Business Performance
MCLEAN, Va., June 21 -- MicroStrategy(R) Incorporated , a leading worldwide provider of business intelligence (BI) software, today announced that CSK Auto Corporation has expanded its deployment of MicroStrategy for enhanced enterprise reporting and analysis. CSK Auto Corporation is the parent company of CSK Auto, Inc. ... Continue reading
Philadelphia Students Competing in Classic Car Race this Saturday
--Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau (PCVB): WHAT: A Press Conference kicking-off the start of the Great Race classic car rally will be held today at 11 am. Four students from the Philadelphia School District are competing in the 24th annual Great Race, which will start this Saturday at 12:30 pm, on the Benjamin ... Continue reading
Dollar Provides Free Three-Day Car Rental With Purchase of Travel Packages ORLANDO, Fla., June 21 -- Universal Orlando and Dollar Rent A Car, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. , are joining to create a value-driven vacation package for families traveling to Orlando. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi ... Continue reading
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--June 21, 2006-- Fully Embracing PLM Concept Has Turned Design and Simulation into a Competitive Advantage; Team Takes First Place at Michigan International Speedway Dassault Systemes (Paris:DSY) product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions have helped Evernham Motorsports become, in just six years, one ... Continue reading
Acacia Technologies Acquires Patent Portfolio for Telematics Technology
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.--June 21, 2006--Acacia Research Corporation announced today that Acacia Patent Acquisition Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary that is part of the Acacia Technologies group, a leader in technology licensing, has acquired patents relating to the rapidly growing field of telematics. Telematics re ... Continue reading
North American MINI Cooper Championship Round 5
For Additional information Brian Mackey, Mackey Marketing Group 770/423-9593 phone MMGATL@msn.com Email North American MINI Cooper Championship Round 5 at Summit Point Adds Showroom Stock to Race Classes Summit Point, WV: Coinciding with round 5 of the North American MINI Cooper Championship, Phil Wicks racing official ... Continue reading
Quantum Awarded Contract to Develop Power Generation Equipment for China
IRVINE, Calif., June 21 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc., today announced that it was awarded a contract by Synthesis Energy System, Inc. (SES) to develop modular stationary power generators that operate on hydrogen-rich synfuel for deployment in China. The synfuel-fueled power generators will be an ... Continue reading
IRWINDALE SPEEDWAY King Taco Family Night
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Kevin OâBrien (626) 358-1100 ALL-TIME TRACK WIN STREAK ON THE LINE AND FIGURE 8âS HIGHLIGHT KING TACO FAMILY NIGHT, SATURDAY AT IRWINDALE SPEEDWAY IRWINDALE, Calif. (June 20, 2006) â King Taco Super Truck series points leader Ron Peterson puts his nine-race win streak on th ... Continue reading
Volvo Trucks Secures Major Hungarian Order
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--June 21, 2006--Volvo Trucks' (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) Hungarian subsidiary, Volvo Hungary Trading and Services Kft, has received an order for 1,000 trucks from Waberer's Optimum Solution, a transportation and logistics company. The trucks will be delivered over a three-year period. Waberer's Optimum S ... Continue reading
BP is on the Hunt for the Next Amoco Ultimate Golden Mechanic
CHICAGO--June 21, 2006--Starting today, BP is launching its second annual Amoco Ultimate Golden Mechanic contest. BP is searching under the hoods of cars and trucks nationwide to find the top auto technician in America. The grand prize winner will take home $25,000, a year's worth of Amoco Ultimate premium fuel and wil ... Continue reading
PRIMEDIA Names Edmunds Veteran to Play Key Role in Development of Online Auto Properties
NEW YORK--June 21, 2006--PRIMEDIA Inc. , the country's leading targeted media company, today announced the appointment of digital publishing veteran George Kang as vice president and general manager of the company's Automotive Digital Network. The Network comprises seven flagship or "in-market" sites, including motortr ... Continue reading
DCX, Mitsubishi in Talks on Compensation Payment Over Terminated Smart-Car Contract
Washington DC June 21, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that DaimlerChrysler said it is still in compensation payment talks with Mitsubishi after ending a joint venture contract with the automaker on development of the four-seat Smart car model. A spokesman for DCX said there was no timeframe, but said the negotiati ... Continue reading
San Jose City Council To Auto Dealers: Please Please Stay Just A Little Bit Longer
Washington DC June 21, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that last week, the City Council of San Jose, California voted unanimously to spend $135,000 to hire an urban designer and financial analyst to keep auto dealers in San Jose. About 10 percent of San Jose's sales tax revenue comes from new car sales, and the cit ... Continue reading
U.S. House Committee OKs Ethanol Bill
Washington DC June 21, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved a bill yesterday which uses fuel economy fines to pay for installation of ethanol pumps at filling stations, reports Automotive News. The bill, along with other legislation relating to fuel prices and supply ... Continue reading
What's New? Chrysler Group's 2007 Vehicle Lineup
CHELSEA, Mich., June 21, 2006 Chrysler Group President and CEO Tom LaSorda to make a major 2007 product announcement What: Chrysler Group's annual What's New event, which will include a major product announcement for immediate release, and the opportunity to drive the company's entire 2007 product lineup Who: Tom LaSor ... Continue reading
Power Information Network Reports: Midsize Utility Vehicle Segment Shows Signs of Weakening
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.: 21 June 2006 âThe midsize utility segment, which includes some of the auto industryâs most popular models, is increasingly showing signs of considerable weakness, as it has been since the beginning of the year, according to real-time retail transaction data from the Power Information ... Continue reading
lanelogic Introduces Put Bid Program, Overwhelming Received by Dealers
DALLAS--June 21, 2006--lanelogic, the used vehicle market-marker, enhances its dealer services with a new program called the "Put" Bid, inspired by a "Put" Option in the stock market. lanelogic's Put Bid is designed to lock in the wholesale price of a used vehicle 45 days in the future, regardless of fluctuations in th ... Continue reading
Ford, Turner Media Group First to Deliver iTV/Mobile Phone Integration for Automobile Advertising
DEARBORN, Mich. & DENVER--June 21, 2006--Ford Motor Company and Turner Media Group (TMG) are giving nearly 12 million interactive TV subscribers of EchoStar Communications Corporation and its DISH Network satellite TV service a convenient way to experience the 2007 Ford Mustang and Fusion and Five Hundred sedans throug ... Continue reading
Turbine Truck Engines Announces Potential Joint Venture
DELAND, Fla.--June 21, 2006--Turbine Truck Engines, Inc. (TTE) (OTCBB:TTEG), the exclusive licensee for U.S. Patent #6,000,214, the "Detonation Cycle Gas Turbine Engine" (DCGT), announces a potential joint venture with a major $5 billion worldwide transportation company to manufacture heavy duty highway truck engines. ... Continue reading
New Solar Gard Automotive Window Film Hits the Market
Offering complete range of products from clear on glass to traditionally dark SAN DIEGO, June 21 -- Solar Gard Supreme and Solar Gard Ultra Performance, the newest industry-leading, sun-protective automotive window film lines are now available in the U.S. The new Solar Gard offerings give consumers exceptional solar co ... Continue reading
Atlantic Mutual Newsletter Offers Advice on Keeping Teens Safe NEW YORK, June 21 -- Few experiences are more terrifying for parents than handing the car keys to their teenager on a hot Saturday night. Dan Olmsted, president of Atlantic Mutual, should know. His son just started driving. "Parents have good reason to be c ... Continue reading
BELLEVUE, Wash., June 21 -- To celebrate the first day of summer and help travelers combat rising fuel and airline ticket prices, Expedia.com(R) today introduced two new site features: Fare Alert and Gas Station Locator. The Expedia(R) Fare Alert, a downloadable desktop application, is the only tool of its kind that au ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--June 21, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c38452) has announced the addition of A Review of India's Automotive Industry - Management Briefing to their offering. Currently car sales in India are around the one million mark per year, compared to six million two wheele ... Continue reading
The Smithsonian "Buries" THE KILLING OF THE ELECTRIC CAR? - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
LOS ANGELES, June 20 -- The Smithsonian removes Electric Car from display, as new film "WHO KILLED THE ELECTRIC CAR?" sparks controversy about why GM and other automakers don't want the public to know their battery-powered EV1 ever existed. GM launched its EV1 electric vehicle in 1996. It was a revolutionary modern car ... Continue reading
Toyota Meets Third Toyota Environmental Action Plan (2001 - 2005) Goals
Tokyo, Japan, June 20, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced today that it has achieved all of its goals for the Third Toyota Environmental Action Plan that outlined TMC's environmental initiatives. The plan was adopted as a medium-to-long-term action plan covering the five-year period from 2 ... Continue reading
GM's Highest Volume Vehicle Tops its Segment in Leading Quality Studies as Chevrolet Prepares to Launch All New Silverado Later This Year Detroit -- Yesterday, Chevroletâs Silverado 2500 and 3500 won the heavy-duty pickup segment in Strategic Visionsâ 2006 Total Quality Awardsâ¢. Earlier this month, Chevr ... Continue reading
HUMMER Announces 2007 H3x Pricing
DETROIT -- People seeking a HUMMER H3 with a customized appearance, straight from the factory, can soon add a new H3x to their garages. The first H3x models will arrive in dealerships in the United States and Canada in August, with a price of $38,065. The H3x is based on the â H3 Street â concept vehicle show ... Continue reading
The Heads First Coalition Urges Veto
WHO: The Heads First Coalition, representing the medical community, traffic safety and insurance industry organizations in Michigan. WHAT: The coalition will respond to the Legislature's approval of Senate Bill 297, which will repeal the state's 37-year mandatory motorcycle helmet law. WHEN: 11 a.m. THURSDAY, June 22, ... Continue reading
9th Annual Michigan International Auto Show -- February 1-4, 2007
<http://www.grautoshow.com/> ATTENTION AUTO ENTHUSIASTS. Mark your calendar for the 9th Annual Michigan International Auto Show at DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids. February 1-4, 2007 Spread the word among your fellow car club members. More details available soon about group ticket rates, hotel packages and nearby ... Continue reading
NASCAR RaceDay Delivers More Than 20 Percent Ratings Boost; 60 Percent Gain with Younger Audience
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--June 20, 2006--NASCAR RaceDay - Built by The Home Depot(R), SPEED Channel's definitive NASCAR pre-race show hosted by John Roberts and NASCAR drivers Jimmy Spencer and Kenny Wallace, is much more than a television show for SPEED. It's a unique opportunity to come face to face with fans, sponsors and vi ... Continue reading
Klein Tools/Canadian Club 2006 SunTrust Indy Challenge Fact Sheet
If the following text-only file is not easily readable, particularly any tables of numbers, try enlarging this window since every line has a forced end and there is no word-wrap. Otherwise, this report will look and print better from the following PDF file: http://www.sportssystems.com/applib/PDFload.cfm?file=/email/fi ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Announces Sale of Gabriel South Africa Light Vehicle Aftermarket Ride Control Business
TROY, Mich., June 20 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. today announced the sale of Gabriel South Africa, its Light Vehicle Aftermarket (LVA) Ride Control business in Cape Town -- which includes the sale of the Gabriel trademark in designated African countries -- to Control Instruments Group Limited, which is listed on the JSE Limi ... Continue reading
Chrysler Financial Employee Volunteers to Help The Other Side Arts by Fixing Up Aurora Arts Center
WHAT: The Chrysler Financial Denver Business Center employees will spend Thursday, June 22nd painting, repairing and renovating The Other Side Arts (TOSA) newest community arts center in Aurora, Colo. The 75 volunteers will paint classrooms and studios, lay hardwood flooring, perform outdoor cleanup and paint exteriors ... Continue reading
A Historical Look Back, From the Original Three-Wheel Automobile That Hit Los Angeles Streets to the Dune Buggies Symbolizing Southern California's Care-Free Lifestyle LOS ANGELES, June 20 -- The Los Angeles Times on June 21 will publish "Cars," a special automotive section looking at Southern California's love affair ... Continue reading
NASCAR and USAC Speed Into Texas for 'Racefest 2006'
AUSTIN, Texas, June 20 -- Full Throttle Productions -- producer of last year's sell-out "Allstate Texas Thunder 200" -- today announced plans for an expanded 2006 event featuring a NASCAR Grand National Division race, two United States Auto Club (USAC) National Midget Series races, concerts and a full line-up of family ... Continue reading
Sprint Nextel Race Weekend Highlights - Infineon Raceway
Sprint Nextel Race Weekend Highlights Infineon Raceway Nextel Wake-Up Call When: Friday, June 23, 10:30 a.m. Breakfast served at 8:30 a.m. Who: Ron Fellows, driver of the No. 32 Tide-Downy Chevrolet Scott Pruett, driver of the No. 40 Coors Light Dodge Where: Infineon Raceway Media Center Nextel Leader Bonus - $70,000 I ... Continue reading
Visteon Supplies USB Audio Interface for Volkswagen Models
KERPEN, Germany, June 20 -- Visteon Corporation , a leading automotive supplier of audio and infotainment systems, provides one of its latest product innovations - the USB audio interface module - for a wide range of Volkswagen vehicles. Available across Europe for the current Volkswagen Golf, Golf Plus, Jetta, Touran ... Continue reading
Zag Selects Kelley Blue Book Supporting Groundbreaking Online Auto-Buying Platform
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--June 20, 2006--Zag (www.zag.com) today announced that it has selected Kelley Blue Book(R) (www.kbb.com), America's most trusted resource for new and used-vehicle information, to provide new car pricing and configuration data for Zag's new consumer online auto-buying platform. Kelley Blue Book data ... Continue reading
Students Design Better Products for Eco-Friendly Transportation
CONCORD, Mass.--June 20, 2006--Student engineering teams from more than 30 elite universities will use SolidWorks(R) software this summer at MIT to design better alternative transportation technologies and "leapfrog" the state of the art. Students at the first-ever Vehicle Design Summit June 13 - Aug. 13 will conceive, ... Continue reading
SEATTLE--June 20, 2006--Flexcar: -- Former DaimlerChrysler executive to drive Flexcar's continued expansion -- New management team members join the ride -- Increased Revolution Living investment adds horsepower Flexcar today announced a series of management appointments and capital infusion that will allow the company ... Continue reading
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