NEWARK, N.J.--July 23, 2001--1-800-TOW-TRUCK(TM), the nationwide network providing emergency auto roadside assistance, and Strauss Discount Auto today announced that they have signed agreements which will give 1-800-TOW-TRUCK(TM) callers direct access to the nearest Strauss Service Center. 1-800-TOW-TRUCK(TM) will urge ... Continue reading
Arctic Cat to Webcast 2002 First-Quarter Conference Call On Thursday, July 26, 10:30 a.m. CDT
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--July 23, 2001--Arctic Cat today announced that it will host a live Webcast of its 2002 first-quarter conference call on Thursday, July 26, at 10:30 a.m. CDT. Christopher Twomey, president and chief executive officer, and Tim Delmore, chief financial officer, will discuss the quarter's results ... Continue reading
Pep Boys' Second Quarter Results Conference Call To Be Broadcast on vcall.com
PHILADELPHIA--July 23, 2001--The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, will broadcast its quarterly conference call live on Friday, August 17, 2001 at 9:00 AM EDT. The call will be broadcast over the Internet at Broadcast Networks' Vcall web site, located a ... Continue reading
Probex to Hold Conference Call for 3rd Quarter Results
DALLAS--July 23, 2001--Probex Corp. (AMEX:PRB), an energy technology company specializing in environmental services, will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss results for the third fiscal quarter of 2001 at 9:00 A.M. CDT on Tuesday, July 31, 2001. Securities analysts and any other interested persons are invite ... Continue reading
Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg Expands Asian Trade and Customs Practice, Hires 2 New Asian Specialists
WASHINGTON--July 23, 2001--Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg (ST&R) announced today that it has hired former members of the Chinese and Vietnamese governments, expanding the firm's Asian trade and customs practice and further enhancing ST&R's global market experience. Mr. Zhaokang Jiang (a.k.a. Karl Johnson) of China and Mr. ... Continue reading
Credit Acceptance Corporation Announces Completion of $61 Million Secured Financing
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--July 23, 2001-- Credit Acceptance Corporation announced today the completion of a $61 million non-recourse secured financing. Pursuant to this transaction, the Company contributed dealer advances having a net book value of approximately $77 million to a wholly-owned special purpose corporation (the " ... Continue reading
SAN RAFAEL, Calif.--July 23, 2001--Fair, Isaac and Company, Inc. today announced that Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the largest rental car company in North America, has signed a significant, multi-year contract for the Fair, Isaac MarketSmart Decision System(TM), backing its efforts to remain the rental car industry's custome ... Continue reading
Fifty Toyota-Sponsored Teachers Make Global and Personal Connections in Japan
TORRANCE, Calif.--July 23, 2001--Today, with globalization changing the way we work and live, Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. has created a program that fosters meaningful cross-cultural interaction for U.S. high school teachers. In its third year, the Toyota International Teacher Program, an annual all-expense ... Continue reading
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Grand-Am to Hit the Streets of Trois-Rivières DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 23, 2001) - Grand American Road Racing will travel northward to Trois-Rivieres, Quebec in August to compete in its only street race of the season, Le Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres. The Grand Prix will run on a 1.506-mile, 10-turn temporary street c ... Continue reading
GALLATIN, Tenn.--July 23, 2001-- Free Handbook and Videos Help Combat Teen Fatalities and Establish Good Driving Habits Tennessee legislators have strengthened the existing licensing laws to curb the number of automobile injuries and deaths involving teens. Effective July 1, teen drivers must complete a period of in-th ... Continue reading
PHOENIX--July 23, 2001-- Free Handbook and Videos Help Combat Teen Fatalities and Establish Good Driving Habits Utah legislators have strengthened the existing licensing laws to curb the number of automobile injuries and deaths involving teens. Effective July 1, teen drivers must complete a period of in-the-car trainin ... Continue reading
RICHMOND, Va.--July 23, 2001-- Free Handbook and Videos Help Combat Teen Fatalities and Help Teens Establish Good Driving Habits Virginia legislators have strengthened the existing licensing laws to curb the number of automobile injuries and deaths involving teens. Effective July 1, teen drivers must complete a period ... Continue reading
SPRINGFIELD, Mo.--July 23, 2001--O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. ("O'Reilly") today announced record revenues and earnings for the second quarter of 2001, representing 31 quarters of record revenues and earnings for O'Reilly since becoming a public company in April 1993. For the three months ended June 30, 2001, net income t ... Continue reading
International Wire Promotes Glenn Holler to CFO
ST. LOUIS--July 23, 2001--International Wire Holding Company and its operating company, International Wire Group, Inc., announced today the promotion of Glenn J. Holler to Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, replacing David M. Sindelar who was recently named Chief Executive Officer. Holler had served as ... Continue reading
Saturn Makes Parts Available Online
AP reported today that Saturn Corp,hoping to speed delivery and improve the accuracy of replacement part shipments from its dealers to wholesale customers, Saturn Corp. is joining an Internet exchange set up by other automakers. In December, the formation of OEConnection.com was announced as a joint venture between Gen ... Continue reading
NY Daily News: Special Report: Insurance Can Take Drivers for a Ride
Thanks to the New York Daily News For This Special Insurance Story; Buyer Beware By WILLIAM SHERMAN In the helter-skelter of the New York City auto insurance market, consumers are paying up to 64% more for the identical coverage depending on which company sells the premium. • Get connected to New York's hometown ... Continue reading
Wal-Mart says it will buy minority stake in online unit. Watch out competitors!
Reuters reported that Wal-Mart Stores, the world's largest retailer, said on Monday it is acquiring all the minority interest in Walmart.com, in an effort to integrate both Internet and offline operations. The Bentonville, Arkansas-based company said it expects the acquisition and the resulting reorganization to result ... Continue reading
"EVE OF DESTRUCTION" READY TO ROCK WITH "CAPTAIN EXPLOSION" JULY 24
Once again Lebanon Valley Speedway will go the extra mile to bring their great fans a one of a kind show. The "Eve of Destruction" presented by FOX 23TV, WXXA in Albany, NY and The Institute for Entrepreneurship will take place Monday August 13 at 7:30PM. FOX 23 is the home of FOX FAST TRACK; the Capital Districts only ... Continue reading
Honda Integra domestic orders above target
Reutersreported that Honda Motor Co Ltd, Japan's third-largest carmaker, said on Monday that domestic orders for its remodelled Integra two-door coupe had soared to twice its monthly sales target in the first three weeks. Honda said it had received 3,000 domestic orders for the remodelled Integra in the first three wee ... Continue reading
Peugeot, Vivendi abandon Internet venture
An article in the newspaper, Liberation stated that French automaker PSA Peugeot Citroen and media group Vivendi Universal SA have abandoned their joint venture to equip cars with Internet access. The Paper went on to report that Peugeot is seeking a new venture with Ford Motor Co., in which Vivendi would have a much s ... Continue reading
Continental to reinstate second U.S.-Israel flight
Reuters reported that Continental Airlines, said on Monday it will resume a second daily nonstop flight between New York and Tel Aviv starting in May 2002, a year and a half after it cut the extra flight due to the effects on business of a Palestinian revolt. Continental, the fifth largest U.S. carrier, will operate th ... Continue reading
Eaton Corporation Appoints Craig A. Black Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
CLEVELAND--July 23, 2001--Eaton Corporation today announced that Craig A. Black has been appointed vice president & chief technology officer, effective July 30, 2001. Black will lead the company's Innovation Center and be responsible for driving research and development synergies across Eaton's businesses. He succeeds ... Continue reading
Goodyear Earnings Drop 90 Percent From a Year Ago
Goodyear Earnings Drop 90 Percent AKRON, Ohio The AP reported today that The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.'s earnings fell about 90 percent in its second quarter, citing fewer orders from the auto and commercial truck industries. The results matched Wall Street expectations, but chairman and chief executive Samir Gibara a ... Continue reading
NHTSA Reports on Major Survey Of Cell Phone Use by Drivers
At any given time, an estimated 3 percent of those driving passenger vehicles on America's roadways are talking on hand-held cell phones, according to results of a groundbreaking survey conducted by the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In its newly released res ... Continue reading
Judge Decides In AIG's Favor In Dispute Over Auto Insurance Rates
NEW YORK--July 23, 2001--An administrative law judge found in favor of American International Group, Inc. (AIG) subsidiary American International Insurance Company of New Jersey (AIIC), on eight of ten issues in a dispute with the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance. AIIC estimates that the decision correspo ... Continue reading
Press Release<BR> Interactive Advertising Bureau -IAB-, Doubleclick, MSN, and CNET Networks Release Groundbreaking Online Brand Research Findings Four Individual Studies Provide Extensive Data on The Effectiveness of Internet Advertising As A Branding Tool For Marketers On The Web NEW YORK--July 18, 2001-- In a joint p ... Continue reading
Imagine coming home from vacation to find a car like the Audi S8 sitting in your driveway. Here I had been, either driving a minivan for hundreds of miles (granted, it was an excellent minivan), or sitting shotgun while my son-in-law bused everyone around in his Chevy Suburban. Then I sit behind a 180-mph speedometer i ... Continue reading
In the old days (and maybe even during these 'enlightened' times), medical quacks sold unwitting and sometimes desperate people concoctions that contained everything from cocaine to snake head extracts. This lead to the expression 'snake oil' for liquids that could cure anything that ailed the buyer. ... Continue reading
Auto Questions And Answers For Week 30 Year 2001
Auto Questions And Answers For Week 30 Year 2001 ... Continue reading
It seems that everything is cyclical. Take all-wheel drive (AWD), as an example. Back in the mid-1980s, AWD came into vogue in performance and regular sedans because of its advantages in traction and handling, in all conditions, but especially winter. Mid- '80s AWD systems had disadvantages, however, particularly in we ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Cavalier Coupe (2001)
Auto 'techies' should pass on reviewing the Chevrolet Cavalier Coupe, says Bob Hagin. Matt Hagin says that's OK since it's average buyer is young and prefers cost and conveniences over twin cams and turbos. ... Continue reading
Chrysler's 300M is an anachronism. Let me explain. It's supposed to be the performance model of the three Concorde variations -- Concorde, LHS and 300M. Yet it's built on the same platform and has the same 3.5-liter 253-horsepower V6 that powers the 'luxury' LHS. It's slightly shorter than the other two, but offers a f ... Continue reading
Chrysler Town & Country (2001)
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to drive a minivan from one of the Asian manufacturers. The gentleman who delivered the vehicle said it was his favorite minivan. His opinion is important, because he drives even more cars a year than I do, with a wider variety. ... Continue reading
Dodge Dakota RT Club Cab Sport (2001)
The Dodge Boys have staged a major comeback in recent years, with exciting designs and powerful machines like the V-10 Viper and their brutish Ram pickups. But they have also made some serious strides in the mid-size pickup market as well, as evidenced by the 2001 Dakota R/T Club Cab Sport. ... Continue reading
While the 2002 Explorer is built on a wheelbase that is 2.1 inches longer, the vehicle length is actually shorter by1.2 inches. This means the wheels are pushed further out to the corners, resulting in more interior space and a better ride (Chrysler tells us that's the case with its sedans; why shouldn't it also be tru ... Continue reading
A few years ago, then-Jaguar North America president Mike Dale commented that he was in charge of a company with one and a half car lines. With the introduction of the Jaguar X-Type last week, that lineup has grown to five car lines, and there is at least one more in the pipeline. ... Continue reading
Jeep has long been known as the leader in 4WD vehicles and their Cherokee has been a forerunner in the sport utility vehicle market. But this aging sport ute has come up against new and better competition and that's why Jeep has decided to retire it. ... Continue reading
When you are looking for a luxury car, if you are like me, the interior and the accessories are far more important than any other feature. I take a quick glance at the exterior, then head straight for that driver's seat to be pampered by the plush seats and amazed by the newest gadgets created to make me feel less like ... Continue reading
One of the interesting facets about this job is that you're always jumping into different vehicles, one after the other. This week's tester, for example, is a Nissan Sentra SE four-door sedan. It is definitely in the compact, economy class. And there's nothing wrong with that. The surprise is that the Sentra came after ... Continue reading
Any vehicle with EPA estimated mileage ratings of 52 city and 45 highway has to attract your attention. And when you realize that the city rating is higher than the highway rating, you know something is going on. ... Continue reading
Toyota's RAV4 has been the leader in the new breed of compact sport utility vehicles that are based on sedans. Most mid- and full-size SUVs are truck-based, and as such offer hard rides that can be tiring on long trips. Most SUVs also aren't driven off-road that much, so four-wheel drive is wasted. True, SUVs that are ... Continue reading
It was only a matter of time before Toyota introduced a full-sized SUV based on its successful full-sized Tundra pickup. And from the B-pillar forward, the new Sequoia SUV is identical to the Tundra. ... Continue reading
Phillips, Robe dominate NCRA twinbill at Belleville (BHB2001-25)
For Immediate Release PHILLIPS, ROBE DOMINATE NCRA TWINBILL AT BELLEVILLE BELLEVILLE, Kan. (July 22, 2001) - When the O'Reilly NCRA Late Model Series last visited the Belleville High Banks earlier this month, Terry Phillips put on a driving clinic by coming from the back of the field to win the 25-lap main event. On Su ... Continue reading
UnitedAuto To Post Investor Presentation On Company Web Site
DETROIT--July 23, 2001--UnitedAuto Group, Inc. , a leading publicly traded automotive retailer and a member of the FORTUNE 500, announced today that an investor presentation will be available on the Company's web site beginning approximately 4:00 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, July 24, 2001. The presentation can be accessed by ... Continue reading
UnitedAuto To Post Investor Presentation On Company Web Site
DETROIT--July 23, 2001--UnitedAuto Group, Inc. , a leading publicly traded automotive retailer and a member of the FORTUNE 500, announced today that an investor presentation will be available on the Company's web site beginning approximately 4:00 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, July 24, 2001. The presentation can be accessed by ... Continue reading
LeaseTrading Teams With Edmunds.com
LeaseTrading Inc., the first and only full-service, independent marketplace for the transfer of vehicle and equipment leases, today announced an agreement with Edmunds.com, the Web's leading resource for unbiased automotive information, to offer consumers greater flexibility when entering or exiting vehicle leases. Eff ... Continue reading
FIRSTLINE POLY Cancels Agreement With 'CHEAP HEAP AUTO RENTAL LTD.'
The Board of Directors of Firstline Poly Products International, Inc. regrets to announce that based on the due diligence report received, the company is unable to proceed with the acquisition of CHEAP HEAP AUTO RENTAL LTD. A mutual release was signed between both parties. Delbert G. Blewett, President FIRSTLINE POLY P ... Continue reading
Integrated Information Systems Receives Microsoft Award
Integrated Information Systems Inc. (IIS) , an innovative technology and business consultancy, Monday announced Microsoft's recognition of IIS with the 2001 Microsoft Retail Application Developer (R.A.D.) Award in their Supply Chain Execution category. This award acknowledges IIS' role in the application development an ... Continue reading
GM Will Build Front-Drive Rivals for 'Cute-Utes'
Automotive News reported that General Motors and Suzuki Motor Corp. will switch their small sport-utilities -- the Chevrolet Tracker and Suzuki Vitara -- to front-wheel-drive crossover vehicles. Moving the Tracker and Vitara to a fwd crossover platform represents a major shift for the small sport-utilities. The current ... Continue reading
Growing Car Theft Fears Drive Security Devices Sales, says Frost & Sullivan
SAN JOSE, Calif.--July 23, 2001--With car prices increasing every year, consumers are investing heavily in accessories that can keep their automobiles looking good, but more importantly ensure the protection of their property. While automotive accessories may enhance a vehicle's features, it is the security devices mar ... Continue reading
Comfort, Convenience and Safety Will Drive Car Sensor Sales, says Frost & Sullivan
SAN JOSE, Calif.--July 23, 2001--As automobile manufacturers strive to differentiate their cars from those of their competitors, they will emphasize comfort, convenience and safety to attract customers. Automakers are installing more electronic systems to provide the comfortable driving experience consumers demand. Aut ... Continue reading
Falling SUV Residuals Mean Lower Profit and Higher Cost For Consumers
AUTOMOTIVE NEWS reported that Values of used sport-utilities are falling like high-tech stock portfolios. That brings a sobering reality: weaker sport-utility values will pinch automakers' profits. "The North American automotive industry may never be as profitable as it was in the 1990s," states a report by McDonald In ... Continue reading
Tire Problem Ends Benson's NHIS Hopes
Tire Problem Ends Benson's NHIS Hopes If #10 Valvoline Pontiac driver Johnny Benson didn't have any bad luck in the NASCAR Winston Cup Series of late, he wouldn't have any luck at all. In recent races Benson has always been one of the fastest cars until some strange bit of bad luck rears its ugly head to ruin the race. ... Continue reading
Westar Financial's Net Earnings More Than Double to $0.37 Per Share in 1Q02 From 4Q01
TUMWATER, Wash.--July 23, 2001--Westar Financial Services Incorporated (OTC:WEST), the leading automobile e-finance company, today reported its profitability accelerated during the first quarter of fiscal 2002 as volumes from its expanding private label network increased dramatically. Net earnings increased 117% to $.3 ... Continue reading
The Callahan Report: Dale Jarrett is no longer the 'Gentleman of NASCAR'
July 23, 2001 Dale Jarrett LOUDON, NH: Beyond a shadow of doubt, Dale Jarrett is a championship caliber race driver. He drives to win at every venue on the NASCAR Winston Cup circuit. Of the 40-something competitors in the series, Jarrett is certainly one of most talented active drivers. The desire to win boils in his ... Continue reading
CSM Worldwide Expands European Service in Brussels
CSM Worldwide announces the opening of a new office in Brussels, Belgium, to enhance their automotive forecasting service to the European market. The new office is under the direction of Mr. Jochen Siebert, a recent addition to the CSM Worldwide management team. The new office, located in the capital of Europe, provide ... Continue reading
Ducati Desmodromic Engine Inventor Fabio Taglioni Dies at the Age of 80
Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A. , today announced the news of Fabio Taglioni's death was received this morning at Ducati Motor headquarters in Bologna with profound sadness. Born on September 10, 1920 in Lugo di Romagna, Italy, Taglioni graduated as an engineer in 1943 and began his career as designer for the racing team o ... Continue reading
Gehl Introduces Five New Round Baler
Gehl Company, the Wisconsin-based manufacturer of light construction and agricultural equipment has recently unveiled their new line of round balers. "Haytools are one of the growing segments in our agricultural product line. These new round balers are an important addition to that line as we expand our offering, which ... Continue reading
Gentex Develops New Active Light Sensor
Gentex Corporation, the Zeeland, Michigan-based manufacturer of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors and commercial fire protection products, has developed a cost-effective, high- performance, intelligent light sensor to control the dimming of its rearview mirrors. This proprietary technology is already in production for ... Continue reading
GM China Seeks Stake In New SAIC-Wuling Joint Venture
General Motors China announced today that it would continue working toward the formation of an alliance with Shanghai Automotive Industry (Group) Corporation (SAIC) and Liuzhou Wuling Automotive Co. Ltd. (Wuling Automotive). SAIC and Wuling Automotive signed a restructuring and cooperation agreement earlier today in Na ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz Receives Nissan Contract for Cast Aluminum Wheels
Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. , a leading global supplier to the automotive and commercial highway industries, has been awarded a contract from Nissan Japan for cast aluminum wheels. The wheels are currently being produced at the Hayes Lemmerz' Antwerp, Belgium manufacturing facility for export shipment to Nissan M ... Continue reading
Raytech Corporation Holds Annual Meeting
Raytech Corporation held its 15th Annual Meeting. President and Chief Executive Officer Albert A. Canosa reviewed the Company's performance for the year ended December 31, 2000 and provided comments on the emergence from bankruptcy, which became effective April 18, 2001. Mr. Canosa reiterated comments contained in the ... Continue reading
Rexhall Industries Announces Plant Fire
William J. Rex, president and chief executive officer of Rexhall Industries Inc. today announced that a fire occurred yesterday afternoon at their manufacturing plant in Lancaster, Calif. The fire was quickly contained, and there were no injuries to employees or fire officials. A preliminary estimate of the damages to ... Continue reading
Valeo Receives Honda Performance Award
Valeo, a leading supplier of innovative components, systems, and modules for cars and trucks, was presented this year's Honda Quality Performance Award, recognizing the company's superior supply of radiator assemblies for the Honda Accord. This was the second consecutive year Valeo received the Quality Performance Awar ... Continue reading
USAC: Stoops Freightliner Sprint Car Series Race Results, Haubstadt
July 23, 2001 USAC STOOPS FREIGHTLINER SPRINT CAR RACE RESULTS: July 22, 2001 – Haubstadt, Indiana - Tri-State Speedway - Pennzoil "Indiana Sprint Week" QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Jay Drake, 67, Kunz-12.755; 2. Cory Kruseman, 45, Willis-12.803; 3. Levi Jones, 2J, Jones-12.815; 4. Derek Davidson, 26, BWB-12.833; 5. ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Two steps forward, three steps back for Hamilton at New Hampshire
July 23, 2001 LOUDON, N.H. – It was two steps forward but three steps back Sunday for Bobby Hamilton in the New England 300 at New Hampshire International Speedway. Hamilton twice regained lost laps during the 300-lap event, but finally ended up one lap down in 29th place after a pit miscue. Hamilton’s pers ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Another Top Ten for Dale Earnhardt Jr.
July 23, 2001 Dale Earnhardt Jr. Dale Jarrett and Jeff Gordon came into Sunday’s New England 300 at New Hampshire International Speedway tied for the lead in Winston Cup points, trailed closely by Ricky Rudd in third. As if the trio were out to prove that they are not willing to let any other drivers get into the ... Continue reading
ALMS: BMW M3 GTRs 1-2-3-4 at Sears Point
July 23, 2001 SONOMA, Calif. - BMW gave a command performance in today's two-hour-and-forty-five-minute X-Factor Grand Prix of Sonoma at Sears Point Raceway by sweeping the first four positions. The quartet of BMW Team PTG and BMW Motorsport M3 GTRs were at the front of the GT class all day, with the No. 42 BMW Motorsp ... Continue reading
NHRA: W. Johnson and Savoie establish win records at Mile High Nationals
July 23, 2001 MORRISON, Colo. - Warren Johnson and Angelle Savoie made NHRA history Sunday at the 22nd annual Mopar Parts Mile High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway. Larry Dixon and John Force also won their respective categories at the $1.8 million race, the 14th of 24 events in the $50 million NHRA Winston Drag Racing ... Continue reading
NHRA: Mopar Mile High Nationals Race Results, Morrison, Colo.
July 23, 2001 MORRISON, Colo. -- Final finish order (1-16) for professional categories at the 22nd annual Mopar Parts Mile-High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway. The $1.8 million race is the 14th of 24 events in the $50 million NHRA Winston Drag Racing Series. TOP FUEL: 1. Larry Dixon; 2. ... Continue reading
SCCA: Van Overbeek takes first win in four years at Sears Point
July 23, 2001 SONOMA, Calif. - Johannes van Overbeek, from nearby Danville, Calif., earned his first SCCA Pro Racing Speedvision World Challenge GT win in four years, taking Round Six at the Sears Point Raceway X-Factor Grand Prix of Sonoma Weekend. Jeff McMillin, of Erie, Pa., and Phil McClure, of Floris, Iowa, comple ... Continue reading
NHRA: Angelle Savoie Becomes Winningest Female In NHRA History
July 23, 2001 DENVER - Pro Stock Motorcycle driver Angelle Savoie tallied her 19th career victory at Sunday's Mopar Parts Mile High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway, eclipsing the legendary Shirley Muldowney's win total to become the winningest female racer in National Hot Rod Association history. Savoie defeated Antron ... Continue reading
CART: Carpentier collects first career victory at Harrah's 500 in Michigan
July 23, 2001 BROOKLYN, Mich. - Patrick Carpentier of the Player's Forsythe Racing Team pulled out of a riveting three-car draft coming off the final turn of the final lap to earn his first career FedEx Championship Series victory Sunday in an exhilarating Harrah's 500 Presented by Toyota at Michigan International Spee ... Continue reading
CART: Race Results, Harrah's 500, Michigan International Speedway
July 23, 2001 BROOKLYN, Mich. -- Results of Sunday's Harrah's 500 Presented by Toyota FedEx Championship Series race at Michigan International Speedway, with starting position in parentheses, driver, type of car, laps completed, and reason out, if any: 1. (21) Patrick Carpentier, Ford Reynard, 250. 2. (25) Dario Franch ... Continue reading
USAC: Worldcom TQ Midget Car Race Results, Bakersfield
July 23, 2001 WORLDCOM USAC TQ MIDGET CAR RACE RESULTS: July 21, 2001 – Bakersfield, California – Bakersfield Speedway QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Greg Edenholm, 2, Edenholm-14.296; 2. Steve Lambert, 55, Lambert-14.496; 3. Walt Johnson, 1, Barber-14.547; 4. Todd Hunsaker, 6, Hunsaker-14.562; 5. ... Continue reading
USAC: Worldcom Western Midget Car Race Results, Bakersfield
July 23, 2001 WORLDCOM USAC WESTERN MIDGET CAR RACE RESULTS: July 21, 2001 – Bakersfield, California – Bakersfield Speedway QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Thomas Meseraull, 57, TST-13.061; 2. Dallen McKenney, 88, McKenney-13.107; 3. Danny Ebberts, 14, Ebberts/Schlacter-13.125; 4. Alex Harris, 54, Harris-13.172; 5. ... Continue reading
USAC: Worldcom Western Midget Car Race Results, Bakersfield
July 23, 2001 Jeff Gordon, No. 24 Dupont Chevrolet Monte Carlo (finished 2nd): "Front downforce was definitely the key today. Being out front made the job so much easier. My car wasn't real good on short runs but it was great on long runs. We just didn't have long enough runs there. ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Steve Park Interview: Pleased with outcome in New Hampshire
July 23, 2001 Steve Park, No. 1 Pennzoil Chevrolet Monte Carlo (finished 6th): "I'm pleased. We've had five really bad weeks that we've struggled. To come close to getting another top five is a good sign that we're back. We ran good the first part of the year. ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Kevin Harvick Interview: Another Successful Weekend
July 23, 2001 Kevin Harvick, No. 29 GM Goodwrench Chevrolet Monte Carlo (top-finishing Raybestos Rookie of the Year contender - 8th): "It wasn't real fun to race. It was just one of those deals where you had to follow each other around and whoever missed the slick spots and the tore-up parts of the racetrack were the o ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Stewart Rebounds at New Hampshire
July 23, 2001 Tony Stewart LOUDON, N.H. - Tony Stewart wheeled his #20 Home Depot Pontiac to a solid fifth-place finish in Sunday's New England 300 at New Hampshire International Speedway, rebounding after two consecutive finishes outside of the top-25. Stewart had to work hard for his eighth top-five finish of the sea ... Continue reading
USAC: Western Sprint Car Series Race Results, Salt Lake City
July 23, 2001 USAC WESTERN SPRINT CAR RACE RESULTS: July 21, 2001 – Salt Lake City, Utah – Rocky Mountain Raceways QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Jim Waters, 24, Waters-14.475; 2. Bobby McMahan, 26, Espindola-14.528; 3. Todd Ellison, 14x, Ellison-14.583; 4. Marc Zieske, 10z, Zieske-14.585; 5. ... Continue reading
CART: Da Matta leads Toyota drivers at Michigan
July 23, 2001 - Cristiano da Matta came from a lap down to finish fourth today - his best finish since a second-place showing at Long Beach in the season's second race. The result is his best-ever on a superspeedway - and his seventh top-10 finish in 10 races this year. Da Matta dropped more than a lap down after his a ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Bobby Labonte salvages top ten after spin at New Hampshire
July 23, 2001 BOBBY LABONTE, NO. 18 INTERSTATE BATTERIES PONTIAC GRAND PRIX: (ON YOUR RUN) "A top 10 is pretty good, especially after last weekend where we didn't finish at all. The guys did a great job. "It was kind of a typical Loudon deal. It was hard to pass. ... Continue reading
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