CHICAGO--Oct. 24, 2005--Standard Parking Corporation , one of the nation's leading providers of parking management services, announced today that it had signed a non-binding letter of intent to acquire the Illinois and Wisconsin parking operations of System Parking, Inc. System Parking, a privately-owned enterprise bas ... Continue reading
Partnership Creates Global Force in Fuel System Test Technologies NOVI, Mich., Oct. 24 -- Michigan Custom Machines, Inc. (MCM), leading designers and builders of custom test and assembly equipment, has been named the first US approved integrator of the AKRIBIS II -- Fuel Injection Analyzer developed by UK-based INOV8 T ... Continue reading
Clint Bowyer Wins $20,000 in Prize Money at Sam's Town 250 NASCAR Busch Race
Weekend of Exciting Sam's Town 250 Racing Action Topped Off By the Announcement of Boyd Gaming's Sam's Town Challenge Winner TUNICA, Miss., Oct. 24 -- Immediately following the Sam's Town 250 race this Saturday, Boyd Gaming Corporation awarded the 2005 winner of the Sam's Town Challenge to NASCAR Busch Series driver Cl ... Continue reading
Bazemore survives huge fire in Vegas testing on Monday
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2005 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438 BAZEMORE SURVIVES HUGE FIRE IN TESTING, MATCO TOOLS DODGE STRATUS DESTROYED LAS VEGAS (Oct. 24, 2005) - Whit Bazemore survived a huge fire today while testing the Matco Tools Iron Eag ... Continue reading
GM and the Last Chance Saloon, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Review, 2006 Pontiac Solstice
By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief It was something out of a Western. You know the scene, sleepy little one horse town with a saloon and always weary of the bad guys. Remote, surrounded by mountains with only coyotes disturbing the eerie silence at night. Until I got there with slightly more than one horse. 505 in ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 24, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-322 PARNELLI JONES TO SERVE AS GRAND MARSHAL FOR "WAGSDASH" CRA SPRINTS HEAD FOR VENTURA; FORD FINALLY WINS AT PERRIS! Parnelli Jones, one of USAC's most popular drivers ever, will serve as the Grand Marshal for this Saturday's "Wagsdash" act ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 24, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER EARL'S FQ Damion Gardner of Concord, Calif. was the fastest qualifier for Saturday night's Valvoline USAC/CRA Sprint car race at Perris (Calif.) Speedway. It marked the 20th time he has been the fastest qualifier this season, continuing to estab ... Continue reading
Winner of DARPA Robotic Vehicle Race Has NovAtel GPS Onboard
CALGARY, Alberta--Oct. 24, 2005--NovAtel Inc. , a precise positioning technology company, is pleased to announce that the winning team completing the U.S. government's Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Grand Challenge, an unmanned robotic vehicle race, used NovAtel GPS technology. The race, which covere ... Continue reading
Autobytel Retains Merrill Lynch to Evaluate Strategic Alternatives
IRVINE, Calif.--Oct. 24, 2005--Autobytel Inc. today announced that it retained the services of Merrill Lynch & Co. to assist the company in exploring strategic alternatives, which may include potential acquisitions of, or mergers with, complementary businesses, as well as a potential sale of the company. "Autobytel is ... Continue reading
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Chrysler 300C ENGINE: 5.7-liter V8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 340 hp @ 5000 rpm/390 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 120.0 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 196.8 x 74.1 x 58.4 in. TIRES: P225/60R18 CARGO VOLUME: 15.6 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Race Results from 2nd Annual Miller's Racing Parts Fall Classic at SSP
Contact: Todd Fisher (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Craig Morgan Wins Street Stock Main Event at SSP in the 2nd Annual Miller’s Racing Parts Fall Classic NEWBERRYTOWN, PA (October 23, 2005) – The 2nd Annual Miller’s Racing Parts Falll Classic at the Susquehanna Speedway Park on Sunday, Octob ... Continue reading
VALENCIA, Calif.--Oct. 24, 2005--3D Systems Corporation , a leading provider of rapid 3-D printing, prototyping and manufacturing solutions, congratulates the Renault F1 Team on becoming double World Champions, an historic first for the French company. "This has truly been a remarkable season for the Renault F1 Team, o ... Continue reading
AAA Announces 20 Percent Overall Rate Reduction for Minnesota Homeowners
BURNSVILLE, Minn., Oct. 24 -- Effective October 24, 2005, AAA Minnesota will offer new policyholders an average 20 percent rate reduction on its homeowner's product. Existing customers also will receive a 20 percent rate reduction on their homeowner's insurance, reflected automatically on renewals beginning December 1, ... Continue reading
SAN FRANCISCO--Oct. 24, 2005-- New Digital Design Communications Product Addresses the Needs of Workgroups and Design Teams to Effectively Communicate, Collaborate and Manage Visual Product Data Actify Inc., the global leader in digital design communication solutions, today announced the release of Actify DesignShare. ... Continue reading
Alon USA Appoints Independent Board Member
DALLAS, Oct. 24 -- Alon USA Energy, Inc. today announced the election of Avraham Baiga Shochat to the Company's Board of Directors as an independent director. Mr. Shochat will also serve on the Board's Audit Committee, replacing Mr. Avraham Meron. Mr. Shochat has achieved a prominent career in finance and politics. Sin ... Continue reading
AmeriCredit Reports First Quarter Operating Results
FORT WORTH, Texas--Oct. 24, 2005--AmeriCredit Corp. today announced net income of $54 million, or $0.35 per share, for its fiscal first quarter ended September 30, 2005. Net income was impacted by an approximate $8 million after-tax charge ($13 million pre-tax), or $0.05 per share, related to Hurricane Katrina. AmeriCr ... Continue reading
POCATELLO, Idaho--Oct. 24, 2005-- Robust, Integrated Device with Wide Operating Temperature Range is Ideal for Automotive, Industrial and Security Applications AMI Semiconductor , a designer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art integrated mixed-signal and structured digital products for the automotive, medical and indu ... Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Group Announces Seat Development Agreement With Freightliner Trucks
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Oct. 24 -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. ("CVG") , an innovative supplier to the heavy truck, construction, agriculture, recreation and marine industries, was recently awarded the standard seat position for Freightliner Class 8 production beginning with the 2007 model year. The new seat development r ... Continue reading
Consumer Portfolio Services, Inc. Reports 2005 Third Quarter Earnings
IRVINE, Calif.--Oct. 24, 2005--Consumer Portfolio Services, Inc. today announced earnings for its third quarter ended September 30, 2005. Net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2005 was $1.4 million, or $0.06 per diluted share, compared to net loss of $(2.1) million, or $(0.10) per diluted share, for the quarte ... Continue reading
Details of Ford Motor Credit Company Fixed Income Investor Presentation
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 24 -- Ben Williams, Director, Affiliate Finance, and Shubhi Rao, Securitization Manager, and will be presenting to fixed income investors in Tokyo on Monday, Oct. 31, from 4:30- 6:00 p.m. local Tokyo time. Representatives of the investment community and news media can access the presentation on a ... Continue reading
Detroit Diesel Announces Vice President of Service and Customer Support
DETROIT, Oct. 24 -- Detroit Diesel Corporation (DDC) today announced the appointment of Craig Cartmill as Vice President of Service and Customer Support for the company. In this position, Cartmill, 45, will oversee the Detroit Diesel Customer Support Center, Factory and Regional Field Service Staff, Parts Distribution, ... Continue reading
ATLANTA, Oct. 24 -- Visiprise, Inc. announced today that Visiprise Manufacturing has been selected as the global manufacturing platform for Elcoteq SE -- a global provider of electronics manufacturing services (EMS) for the communications technology industry -- and will be implemented in all manufacturing plants. The m ... Continue reading
FALKEN Industries Ltd Recovers Judgment of EUR 8,800,000.00
PARIS--Oct. 24, 2005--FALKEN INDUSTRIES LTD - today announced that it had recovered a EUR 8.800.000,00 judgement against NICKEL LTD with permission to pursue by subrogation, enforcement against PURE BIOSCIENCE (Formerly INNOVATIVE MEDICAL SERVICES "IMS") (OTC:BB PURE). Nickel, stated that it had signed its litigated su ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company - October 2005 U.S. Sales Conference Call
You are invited to participate in Ford Motor Company's October 2005 U.S. sales conference call hosted by George Pipas, U.S. Sales Analysis Manager. The conference call will begin at 1:00 p.m. (EST) on Tuesday, November 1, 2005 and last 45 minutes. To access the call, please dial 800-299-0433 about 10 minutes prior to t ... Continue reading
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.--Oct. 24, 2005--Forsyth Technical Community College's Transportation Department teamed with the Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) and restored a 1968 Camaro. The Camaro is for Lance Colton, son of the late Lawrence Shane Colton, former Army chief warrant officer, stationed in Fort Ho ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Oct. 24, 2005--Designers of consumer electronics and industrial control applications can now take advantage of 8-bit microcontroller solutions that feature an attractive combination of performance, low power and price. Freescale Semiconductor is introducing the S08QG family of highly integrated, cost-eff ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Oct. 24, 2005--Freescale Semiconductor is extending its leadership in 8-bit microcontrollers with product families designed to provide the utmost in flexibility and value at the industry's most competitive price points. The S08QG family, with the MC9S08QG8/QG4 made available today, combined with HC08-bas ... Continue reading
gedas USA Wins Major BorgWarner Contract to Handle Information Technology System Upgrade
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Oct. 24 -- gedas USA, Inc. announced today it has won a major contract with BorgWarner Inc., a global leader in advanced products and technologies, to upgrade the information technology systems in its Thermal Systems business unit. The project will establish a global implementation platform in t ... Continue reading
iQ Power Admitted to Entry Standard Segment
ZUG, Switzerland, October 24 -- Starting tomorrow, Tuesday, 25 October 2005, shares of iQ POWER AG (OTCBB: IQPOF, Frankfurt: IQPB) will be trading on the Deutsche Borse's Entry Standard segment. The Entry Standard debuts on 25 October as a new part of the Open Market (Freiverkehr) segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchang ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Reports Record Sales, Earnings for Fourth Quarter
BUSCHEID, Germany and MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, October 24 -- Johnson Controls, Inc. (JCI) today reported that its fourth quarter 2005 earnings from continuing operations rose 15% on a sales increase of 7%. John M. Barth, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said "We are pleased to report record quarterly and full-year re ... Continue reading
K & F Industries Holdings, Inc. to Host Quarterly Conference Call
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Oct. 24 -- K & F Industries Holdings, Inc. invites analysts and professional investors to participate in a conference call to discuss K & F's results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2005. K & F president and chief executive officer, Kenneth M. Schwartz, chief financial offi ... Continue reading
Longport, Inc. Receives Purchase Orders and Signs Rental Agreements for EPISCAN I-200
GLEN MILLS, Pa.--Oct. 24, 2005--Longport, Inc., (OTC BB: LPTI), a medical technology specialist in high resolution ultrasound imaging, announced today that it has received a purchase order for two EPISCAN I-200 ultrasound scanners and has additionally entered into three separate rental agreements. Maximum Medical, Inc. ... Continue reading
BRISBANE, Calif.--Oct. 24, 2005--Monster Performance Car(TM), a division of Monster Cable Products, Inc., the world's leading manufacturer of high-end speaker, audio, video, computer cables and accessories, is proud to announce the pre-CES launch of three new series (400, 300 and 200) of audio/video interconnects and p ... Continue reading
Nissan First to Protect Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles with TitleGuard and Experian AutoCheck
Nissan Certified Pre-Owned Customers Receive a $50,000 Insurance Policy Against a Vehicle's Hidden Past SCHAUMBURG, Ill., and SAN DIEGO, Oct. 24 -- Vehicle Title LLC and Experian Automotive today announced that their products, TitleGuard Vehicle Title Insurance and the AutoCheck vehicle title history service respective ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--Oct. 24, 2005--Peerless Industries, Inc., the industry leader in audiovisual mounting solutions, has expedited the availability of its SmartMount(TM) SP850 Pull-Out Swivel Wall Mount for 26"-50" flat panels due to overwhelmingly positive feedback on the prototype during CEDIA EXPO 2005. The SP850 features a so ... Continue reading
Rave Computer Selects Laptop Design USA to Brand Laptops
DETROIT--Oct. 24, 2005--Laptop Design USA, LLC has been selected by Rave Computer Association, Inc. to brand laptops that are supplied to a variety of industries. Laptop Design USA, LLC was recently launched to brand laptop computers with companies and organizations' proprietary colors, trademarks and logos. "This is a ... Continue reading
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Oct. 24, 2005--REGI U.S., Inc. (OTCBB:RGUS) (BCN:RGJ) is pleased to announce that it has completed and approved the final version of the Rand Cam(TM) technology video news release. TVA Productions is launching a national media campaign, commencing on October 29, 2005, on BTV in Canada, whic ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Oct. 24 -- Look fast or you may miss the GT-R, "the crystallization" of all Nissan stands for, senior officials tell TheCarConnection.com (http://www.thecarconnection.com/ ). The site has a first look at the Japanese automaker's iconic street racer, due to market in 2007. It's just part of TCC's extensive and ... Continue reading
Ringers Gloves Circle Track Report
Press Information: For Immediate Release Contact Information Mindy Stephens Ringers Gloves Public Relations 800.421.8454 _RingersIndy@aol.com_ (mailto:RingersIndy@aol.com) RINGERS GLOVES CIRCLE TRACK REPORT Moorpark, Calif. - (October 24, 2005) With only four races to go in the Chase for the Nextel Cup, two of the thre ... Continue reading
Ringers Gloves NHRA Vegas Report
Press Information: For Immediate Release Contact Information Mindy Stephens Ringers Gloves Public Relations 800.421.8454 _RingersIndy@aol.com_ (mailto:RingersIndy@aol.com) RINGERS GLOVES NHRA REPORT Ringers Racers Winning Weekend in Vegas Moorpark, Calif. - (October 24, 2005) Las Vegas was exceptionally good to the Rin ... Continue reading
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Oct. 24, 2005--The Robotic Industries Association (RIA) and design safety engineering, inc. (dse) announce the merger of designsafe(R) and Robot Risk Assessment software programs. RIA currently offers the Robot Risk Assessment software tool to assist people in the robotics industry with their risk ass ... Continue reading
MANASSAS, Va., Oct. 24 -- With fuel prices at record highs, companies providing delivery services are still saving tens of thousands of dollars in delivery expenses -- as much as 30 percent of their costs in fuel, mileage and manpower -- by using a unique and powerful product called RouteView. RouteView is a map-based ... Continue reading
SmarTire to Present at PIPEs Conference in New York
Presentation to be Webcast Live RICHMOND, Canada, Oct. 24 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) announced today that Chairman Robert Rudman will present at The PIPEs Conference 2005 in New York City on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. and Thursday, Oct. 27 at 1 p.m. at The Waldorf-Astoria. The presenta ... Continue reading
Tango Inc. Announces Name Change and Reverse Stock Split
CALGARY, Alberta--Oct. 24, 2005--Tango Incorporated (Pink Sheets:TNGO) announced today its official name change, to AutoBidXL Inc., as well as a consolidation of the company's common stock. At the open of trading today, every 200 shares of Tango common stock will be combined into one share of common stock, a correspond ... Continue reading
Thrifty Car Rental Extends 'Double Credits' for Blue Chip Rewards Rentals Through Dec. 15, 2005
TULSA, Okla., Oct. 24 -- Thrifty Car Rental, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. , has extended its "double credits" promotion for Blue Chip Rewards members through Dec. 15, 2005, when members book their reservation on http://www.thrifty.com/ . (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050405/DATU0 ... Continue reading
Transport International - Logistique - Cours
Logistique : Transport International Pour qui : Cette formation s'adresse à tous les gestionnaires, directeurs et responsables de la logistique et du transport international qui souhaitent connaître les meilleures pratiques en transport international dans un contexte de mondialisation des marchés. Les accords de lib ... Continue reading
United PanAm Financial Corp. Announces Third Quarter 2005 Results
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.--Oct. 24, 2005--United PanAm Financial Corp. today announced results for its third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2005. For the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2005, the company reported income of $7.0 million from continuing operations, compared to income of $4.0 million for the same period a year ago, represen ... Continue reading
LAFAYETTE, Ind.--Oct. 24, 2005--Wabash National Corporation announces the following Webcast: What: Wabash National Corporation Third Quarter 2005 Earnings Results Conference Call Webcast When: October 25, 2005 @ 10:00 AM Eastern Where: http://www.vcall.com/EventPage.asp?ID=95623 How: Live over the Internet -- Simply lo ... Continue reading
WESTERN MIDGET TITLE COMBATANTS EYE TUCSON'S 63RD USAC RACE SATURDAY NIGHT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OCTOBER 24, 2005 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 05-323 The United States Auto Club returns to Tucson, Ariz. Saturday night for the 63rd event in club history in the southern Arizona city. The USAC Western Midget Car Series will compete on the new USA Race Park dirt oval, highlighted by the co ... Continue reading
Flexcar Makes Getting a Hybrid Easy in San Diego
SAN DIEGO--Oct. 24, 2005--With two dozen Honda Civic Hybrids parked within a 3-minute walk of every building in downtown San Diego and available for hourly use, getting a car is now as easy as getting a cup of coffee or cash from an ATM. This convenience will make it easier for residents, businesses and commuters to ha ... Continue reading
Ford 'Hybrid Patrol' Teaches Drivers How to Cop the Right Attitude to Maximize Mileage
- Ford "Hybrid Patrol" and Somerville Police team up to boost drivers' fuel-economy awareness. - Drivers to be randomly awarded $25 cash checks provided by BP for smart driving behaviors. - Ford's all-new 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid to be official patrol vehicle on tour. SOMERVILLE, Mass., Oct. 24 -- Ford Motor Company ... Continue reading
Bosch Names Jonietz Vice President, Site Concept Americas
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 24 -- Bosch has appointed Michael Jonietz to the newly created position of vice president, Site Concept Americas. In his new position, Jonietz will be responsible for optimizing the company's strategic location concept and the real estate portfolio of the Bosch Group in North and South Ame ... Continue reading
NADA's Automotive Career Week Kicks Off Today
Students to Explore Auto Careers in New Car & Truck Dealerships Nationwide MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 24 -- Students around the country will learn about a variety of career opportunities available in automobile and truck dealerships this week, October 24-29, during Automotive Career Week, a program sponsored by the National Aut ... Continue reading
Filter Company Wins Second Consecutive 'Spirit of NAPA' Award
ATLANTA--Oct. 24, 2005--NAPA Filters is celebrating its back-to-back honor as the recipient of the prestigious "Spirit of NAPA" award. Throughout the past 31 years, NAPA AUTO PARTS has recognized a manufacturer that provided the most outstanding service to the organization during the prior year. While presenting the aw ... Continue reading
'Life in Drive' Survey Finds a Car 'Key' to Impressing a First Date
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- If there's one thing men and women agree with when it comes to dating it's that cars make an impression, this according to a Ford Fusion "Life in Drive" Dating Survey that polled more than 400 singles and revealed a whopping 89 percent of males and 95 percent of females said they were somewhat like ... Continue reading
Rockford Corporation Provides Premium Audio System for Mitsubishi Outlander
System Introduced in Vehicle at Tokyo Motor Show TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 24 -- Rockford Corporation and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation have teamed up to offer Mitsubishi customers a premium, high output audio system for the all-new 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander, which was launched at the 39th Annual Tokyo Motor Show. At the show ... Continue reading
Senior Citizens Get 'Fit' to Drive Safely on Senior Mobility Day
--Automobile Club of Southern California: WHO: The Automobile Club of Southern California, the California Highway Patrol and the City of Laguna Woods. WHAT: News conference and demonstration of the new, potentially life-saving "CarFit" method that helps keep senior citizens safe behind the wheel. Trained technicians an ... Continue reading
Influence of Insurance Companies Intensifies Competition for Collision Repair Jobs
PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 24 -- The overall outlook in the North American collision replacement parts aftermarket is positive given the increasing number of repairs taking place due to collision rather than wear and tear. Revenues in this market are increasing at a rate of 4 to 5 percent annually. This is almost double t ... Continue reading
2006 Ford Mustang GT Convertible Review
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Ford Mustang GT Convertible ENGINE: 4.6.liter V8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 300 hp @ 5,750 rpm/320 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5-speed manual WHEELBASE: 107.1 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 187.6 x 73.9 x 55.4 in. TIRES: P235/55ZR17 CARGO VOLUME: 13.1 cu. ft ECONOMY: 17 mp ... Continue reading
Mack Introduces a New Range of Trucks
GOTEBORG, Sweden, Oct. 24, 2005; AB Volvo subsidiary Mack Trucks, Inc., has introduced a complete new range of vehicles designed to meet the demands of both highway and construction customers, along with a new 11-liter engine that features the base architecture necessary to meet forthcoming emissions standards. Key ele ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Next Generation S-Class Named S550
2007 S-Class Features All-New 5.5-liter V8 Engine, Advanced Technology MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 24 -- Mercedes-Benz today announced new nomenclature for its flagship sedan. The model year 2007 S-Class will be named the S550, replacing the S500. In the U.S. market, the new S-Class line will be launched with an all-new 5.5-l ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts Names Coro IT and CIO
ROANOKE, Va.--Oct. 24, 2005--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories, and maintenance items, announced today that Ricardo S. Coro has been named Senior Vice President, Information Technology (IT) and Chief Information Officer. Mr. Coro will report to Elwyn M ... Continue reading
Autobytel Helps Frustrated Music Lovers Play iPods in Their Cars
IRVINE, Calif.--Oct. 24, 2005--Autobytel Inc. Americans Send Clear Message to Automakers: "Let us Play iPods in Our Cars!" Autobytel's Auto Information Center (AIC) reports that there are 12 times as many 2006 models with MP3 capability as there were in 2003, and that there are currently 598 new models featuring MP3 pl ... Continue reading
Delphi Wins Compressor Business With Volkswagen Group
Clutchless Compact Variable Compressor Saves Space and Energy TROY, Mich., Oct. 24 -- Delphi Corp. has been chosen to supply its latest generation Compact Variable Compressor (CVC compressor) to Volkswagen and Audi, starting in 2007. Details of the contracts remain confidential and are not available at this time. (Logo ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Reports Record Sales, Earnings for Fourth Quarter 2005
MILWAUKEE, Oct. 24 -- Johnson Controls, Inc. (JCI) today reported that its fourth quarter 2005 earnings from continuing operations rose 15% on a sales increase of 7%. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030423/JCILOGO ) John M. Barth, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, "We are pleased to report record ... Continue reading
Isuzu Motors in Talks to Take Over GM's Commercial Truck Business Downunder
TOKYO October 23, 2005; The AP reported that Japanese truck maker Isuzu Motors is wrapping up talks with General Motors to take over the struggling U.S. auto maker's commercial truck business in Australia, an Isuzu spokesman said Monday. But GM spokeswoman Masako Hamada said nothing had been decided, although GM remain ... Continue reading
September 2005 Auto Production in Japan
Three Japanese Automakers Report Increase in Production; Two Manufacturers Reported Declines TOKYO October 24, 2005; The AP reported that three of Japan's top five automakers said Monday that production in Japan rose in September compared to the same month a year ago while two manufacturers reported declines. Productio ... Continue reading
Quantum Awarded Contract to Develop Aerospace Hydrogen and Oxygen Storage Systems
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 24 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , today announced that it has been awarded a contract by Lockheed-Martin to develop a hydrogen and oxygen fuel storage module for a regenerative power supply system for space exploration. Utilizing its expertise in ultra-lightweight all-compos ... Continue reading
Ford Hybrid Patrol Gives Away Free Gas in Chicago
WHAT: The Ford Hybrid Patrol and BP, along with The Loop 97.9 FM and Q101 FM are giving away free gas to Chicagoans. WHEN: Monday, October 24 and Tuesday, October 25. WHERE: October 24, 11:00 a.m. - BP Station - 1303 Naper RD, Naperville October 24, 2:00 p.m. - BP Station - 245 Randall Rd, South Elgin October 24, 5:00 ... Continue reading
Creation of Separate Publicly Traded Real Estate, Travel Distribution, Hospitality and Vehicle Rental Companies Intended to Maximize Value for Cendant Shareholders New Companies Will Have Strong Balance Sheets, Significant Scale, Leading Market Positions and Brands, and World-Class, Experienced Management Teams Company ... Continue reading
Ford Shows at Tuner Heaven - SEMA 2005
‘LIFE IN DRIVE’ – SIX BOLD SEMA TUNER CARS ACCENTUATE NEW FORD FUSION’S STRONG VISUAL APPEAL FocusSport of Anaheim, CA bring their performance tuning experience from the Focus and apply it to their SEMA Fusion DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 13 – Ford steps up its aggressive reentry into the mid-siz ... Continue reading
Ford Ups Production Capacity In China
CHANGAN FORD COMPLETES PRODUCTION CAPACITY EXPANSION TO 150,000 UNITS Jim Padilla, president and chief operating officer, Ford Motor Company With new Ford Focus driving further growth, Ford Motor Company continues to expand its China operations CHONGQING, October 21, 2005 — Changan Ford Automobile Co., Ltd. (Chan ... Continue reading
Hyundai Struggling to Up Sales in Japan
Korean carmaker seeks to more than double sales to 10,000 units in two years TOKYO October 24, 2005; Kim So-hyun writing for the Korea Hearald reported that while Hyundai Motor Co. is enjoying rising demand in China, India and an improving reputation in North America and Europe, it is still a nobody in neighboring Japa ... Continue reading
Coughlin cut down by five-thousandths of a second (NHRA/JEG'S)
NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series NHRA AC Delco Nationals Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas, NV Oct 23, 2005 Jeg Coughlin - JEG'S Mail Order / Mopar - Dodge Stratus RT (Pro Stock) Race Day Summary Coughlin cut down by five-thousandths of a second Following an unfortunate yet familiar pattern, Pro Stock champion Jeg Cou ... Continue reading
Scelzi re-takes Funny Car points lead in Vegas
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2005 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES No. 21 of 23 ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas, Nev. Race Dates: Oct. 21-23, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net SCELZI RE-TAKES POINTS LEAD IN ... Continue reading
Capps wins his third race of season in an all-DSR shootout
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2005 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES No. 21 of 23 ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas, Nev. Race Dates: Oct. 21-23, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net CAPPS WINS HIS THIRD RACE OF Y ... Continue reading
G Squared plays winning Chip at Vegas
Visit our website at www.g2motorsports.net FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE G SQUARED MOTORSPORTS OWNERS: GEORGE BRYCE & GEORGE SMITH NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE: G SQUARED S&S BUELL RIDERS: CHIP ELLIS and MATT SMITH MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz PHONE: 770-476-8477 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net FIFTH A ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Sunday from Atco Raceway, Atco, N.J.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHEAST DIVISION ATCO RACEWAY Sunday, October 23, 2005 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 Kosky, Manzo Pick Up Wins in Division Finale at Atco ATCO, N.J. - Mike Kosky in Top Alcohol Dragster and Frank Manzo in Top Alcohol Funny Car grabbed big wins at the ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Sunday from Silver Dollar Raceway, Reynolds, Ga.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - SOUTHEAST DIVISION SILVER DOLLAR RACEWAY Sunday, October 23, 2005 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 Newberry Clinches NHRA Lucas Oil National Title REYNOLDS, Ga. - Bob Newberry took the win in Top Alcohol Funny Car at Silver Dollar Raceway and locked up th ... Continue reading
Tony Pedregon Las Vegas Wrap Up
NHRA 2005 NOTES & QUOTES ACDelco NHRA Nationals The Strip at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Q Racing Nitro Funny Car - Pedregon Racing NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series Tony Pedregon Las Vegas Wrap Up LAS VEGAS (Oct. 23, 2005) Tony Pedregon and the Q Racing Nitro Funny Car fell in the first round of competition during ... Continue reading
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2005 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES No. 21 of 23 ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas, Nev. Race Dates: Oct. 21-23, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net STEVENS FOULS OUT IN VEGAS LAS ... Continue reading
Cruz Pedregon Advances To Quarterfinals in Vegas
NHRA 2005 NOTES & QUOTES ACDelco NHRA Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Advance Auto Parts Nitro Funny Car - Pedregon Racing NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series Cruz Pedregon Advances To Quarterfinals in Vegas LAS VEGAS (Oct. 23, 2005) Advance Auto Parts Nitro Funny Car driver Cruz Pedregon advanced to th ... Continue reading
Bazemore out in opening round in Vegas
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2005 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES No. 21 of 23 ACDelco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas, Nev. Race Dates: Oct. 21-23, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net BAZEMORE OUT IN OPENING ROUND ... Continue reading
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