World of Outlaws Point Leader Donny Schatz Returns Home to Race
INDIANAPOLIS (June 24, 2008) â The ability to handle pressure can sometimes be the difference between winning and losing. Tony Stewart Racingâs (TSR) Donny Schatz thrives under pressure and his consecutive Advance Auto Parts World of Outlaws (WoO) Sprint Series championships are proof. Returning home to compe ... Continue reading
Asbury Automotive Group Schedules Release of Second Quarter Financial Results and Conference Call
NEW YORK, June 24 -- Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. , one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., today announced that it will release its second quarter financial results before the market opens on July 30, 2008. Charles R. Oglesby, President and CEO, and Craig T. Monaghan, Senior Vice Presi ... Continue reading
New Lincoln MKS Debuts on Goodyear Tires
AKRON, Ohio, June 24 -- The 2009 Lincoln MKS, a new luxury sedan scheduled to hit dealer showrooms this summer, will be riding on Goodyear tires as it makes its debut. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has been chosen to supply the standard tire fitment for ... Continue reading
Candidate McCain's Fuel Economy Plan Revealed
Washington DC June 24, 2008; The AIADA newsletter reported that Sen. John McCain vowed Monday to break the nation's dependence on oil for its cars and trucks if elected president, with tough targets for automakers, tax credits for car buyers, and $300 million for one smart battery inventor. At a speech in Fresno, Calif ... Continue reading
Wisconsin Students Win Ford/AAA Auto Skills National Title and a Week with Roush Fenway Racing
DEARBORN, Mich., June 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Crossing the finish line today in 73 minutes and 40 seconds, aspiring auto technicians Paul Bretl and Chris Cheek, 2008 graduates of Grafton High School, in Grafton, Wis., drove their fully repaired 2008 Ford Focus to victory in the 59th annual Ford/AAA Student Auto S ... Continue reading
LIVONIA, Mich., June 24 -- Kelsey-Hayes Company, a subsidiary of TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , has developed a modular multi-piston pump electronic stability control (ESC) system with enhanced performance to rapidly build brake pressure independent of vacuum boost from the engine. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bi ... Continue reading
AGR QUOTES - RICHMOND PRE-RACE
Danica Patrick, #7 Motorola Dallara/Honda/Firestone "I feel more confident this year going into Richmond than ever. We tested there last week and I believe the test was a success. I hope that we are able to build on that momentum and have a strong finish. Richmond is a very demanding track, but I think the Motorola car ... Continue reading
WERNER: HOPING FOR RESULTS IN SECOND HALF
Dirk Werner: "There is a very high level of competition here - there are great drivers and the cars are a lot of fun to drive." C The age-old axiom of first finishing before you can finish first has never sounded truer in the ears of Farnbacher Loles Racing. Performance hasn't been an issue in the first four rounds of ... Continue reading
CLEVELAND, June 24 -- At today's Organization Meeting of the Board of Directors of The Lubrizol Corporation , Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of 31 cents per share payable September 10, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 8, 2008. The Lubrizol Corporation is an innovative s ... Continue reading
Size Matters - Nine Cars Women Own More Than Men Do
Washington DC June 24, 2008; The AIADA newsletter reported that there are currently only nine new vehicles registered to more women than men. But the L.A. Times reports that while men still dominate the car-buying statistics, women have been steadily growing as prime car buyers (not simply "influencers") since the 1980 ... Continue reading
2009 Honda Pilot: Road Trip - VIDEO FEATURE
TORRANCE, CA - June 24, 2008: The completely redesigned Honda Pilot occupies a unique position within its segment, the second-generation Pilot combines traditional SUV attributes of ruggedness, standard towing capability and functionality with the fuel economy, handling and refinement characteristics that have made cro ... Continue reading
Diana Harker Makes History at Englishtown
Englishtown, NJ â 25year old rookie driver, Diana Harker made history at the Lucas Oil Super Nationals this past weekend by claiming her first NHRA National Event win in the Top Alcohol Dragster Class and by doing so became the first Australian Female to win an NHRA National Event. In only her sixth National Event ... Continue reading
Coughlin up for the 'Challenge' of K&N special event
NORWALK, Ohio -- Jeg Coughlin Jr. will try for his third $50,000 race title Saturday in the 24th annual K&N Horsepower Challenge at Norwalk Raceway Park. The special race-within-a-race invites the top eight qualifiers from the previous 12 months to battle for $76,000 in prize money, including the $50,000 top prize. A t ... Continue reading
53rd June Sprints Closes With Close Racing, Some Surprises
ELKHART LAKE, Wis. â The 53rd Annual Piggly Wiggly Chicago Region SCCA June Sprints® came to a close Sunday at Road America with a star-studded small-bore race, wild Spec Racer and big bore races and close formula car races showcasing some of the best amateur racers in North America. Group Five opened the Sunda ... Continue reading
Hybridfest 2008 to Focus on Rising Fuel Prices
3rd Annual Hybrid and Alternative-Fuel Vehicle Show Will Bring Consumers Solutions to High Fuel Costs MADISON, Wis., June 24 As consumers continue to see the effects of rising fuel costs in many aspects of their lives, often the most visible is in their transportation costs. They are frustrated with what they can do, a ... Continue reading
No New Gasoline-Powered Vehicles in the U.S. by 2014 ... Can It Be Done?
LOUISVILLE, Ky., June 24 -- The world seems to be in the midst of an energy crisis, fueled (if you'll pardon the pun) by issues related to petroleum oil and gasoline. Among the consequences of these issues are: soaring prices of other consumer products and services; limited freedom of personal movement; erosion of indi ... Continue reading
Highway Users Lead Call for Increased Oil Supply
WASHINGTON, June 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Highway Users Alliance (Highway Users) today called for Congress and the President to enact a comprehensive energy policy that includes more oil supply. Today, the Highway Users hosted diverse consumer and business associations at an event where the groups cal ... Continue reading
Nissan Announces Pricing on All-New 2009 Maxima
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 24 -- Nissan North America, Inc. announced pricing on the all-new, flagship 2009 Nissan Maxima, which goes on sale today at Nissan dealers nationwide. The seventh generation Maxima returns to its heritage as "The 4-Door Sports Car(TM)," combining thrilling performance with premium sedan comfort, ... Continue reading
Three-day Concert Series Includes Headliners Kenny Chesney and KISS STURGIS, S.D., June 24 -- Today Rock'n the Rally organizers announced the final headliners for its three-day concert series at Sturgis Bike Week. Currently on his "Revival" tour, rock legend John Fogerty will take the Glencoe Amphitheater stage on Tues ... Continue reading
'Right to Repair' Legislation Protects Consumers From Vehicle Repair Monopoly
Computer Technology Driving Car Owners Back to Dealer for High Cost Repairs BETHESDA, Md., June 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As car manufacturers add more "smart car" computer technology to vehicles, the need for the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (HR 2694) has become more critical in order to protect consu ... Continue reading
Reynolds Announces Endorsement from Chrysler LLC for Quick Service Solutions
Chrysler Recommends Reynolds' One-Step Service and Service Price Guides for Its Express Lane Dealers DAYTON, Ohio, June 24 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company today announced that Chrysler LLC has endorsed its One-Step Service and Service Price Guides applications for U.S. dealers using the Reynolds ERA(R) dealership ... Continue reading
New Roles As Kia Strengthens Sales Team
With dramatically increased retail and fleet sales for the first five months of the year under its belt, Kia is strengthening its sales team with a number of new appointments. ... Continue reading
Survey: $5 Gasoline By Labor Day - Are Most Americans Now Expecting It?
Poll to Show If Voters 'Angry' About Gas Prices Now Strongly Favor Far-Reaching Energy and Climate Solutions, 'Energy Independence Day' by 2015 WASHINGTON, June 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- While Washington tinkers with the notion of expanded offshore drilling, a sizable number of Americans expects gasoline prices to ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Names Catherine Perez Vice President of Purchasing
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 24 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced the appointment of Catherine Perez as Vice President of Purchasing for Nissan North America. She will begin her new role on Sept. 1, and will report to Bill Krueger, Senior Vice President, Manufacturing, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management a ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles at AMBEX 2008
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is showcasing two ambulance conversions based on its Transporter and Crafter models at AMBEX 2008, the international conference and exhibition for the emergency and urgent care sector, which runs from 24 to 26 June at the Harrogate International Centre, North Yorkshire. ... Continue reading
High Performing Fords at the Goodwood Festival Of Speed
Ford Motor Company, a major sponsor of the Goodwood Festival of Speed since its inception in 1993, will again be supporting this prestigious event to be held over the weekend of 11-13 July 2008. ... Continue reading
All the Better To Be Seen...In a Peugeot This Summer
summer sunglasses style faux pas can stay with you for life, as can the damage caused by not wearing the correct eyewear in bright light. Ever dedicated to safety and style, with its 207 CC and 207 GTi THP 175 firmly in sight, Peugeot has asked leading optician Specsavers and the Eyecare Trust, to share their top tips ... Continue reading
New General Manager of Press and PR for Volkswagen Group Australia
Effective immediately, Karl Gehling has been appointed the new General Manger of Press and PR for Volkswagen group Australia. This position was previously held by Jon Dawe. ... Continue reading
City's U-turn on Free Parking for Electric Cars is Barmy, Says NICE Car Company
News that the City of London is to end free parking for electric vehicles because the scheme has become 'too successful' has been branded barmy by electric car company NICE. The U-turn comes in the week government is expected to publish its renewable energy strategy, which will point to the benefits of boosting the mar ... Continue reading
Citroen's Premiere Attractions at the British International Motorshow
There will be no less than 5 UK show debuts on the Citroën stand (S11) at this year's prestigious British International Motorshow running from the 23rd July to the 3rd August at the ExCel centre in London's Docklands. These first appearances include, the C-Cactus - a concept car never before seen in the UK, the luxuri ... Continue reading
Bosch to be Tier 1 Strategic Partner for 2009 SAE World Congress
Bosch supports drive of 'Green Mobility' during industry conference FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., June 24 -- The Bosch Group announced today it will serve as Tier 1 Strategic Partner for the 2009 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress, April 20-23 at COBO Center in Detroit. The Congress' 2009 host company, Hon ... Continue reading
Pinley House Funday for Employees Marks the Official Opening of the Company's New HQ.
Last Saturday (21 June) 500 employees of Peugeot and PSA Peugeot Citroën and their families made the best of the bad weather and joined the celebrations that marked the opening of the company's new headquarters in Sunbeam Way. ... Continue reading
Audi World Debut With Nick Mason at Goodwood
Audi Tradition is marking this year's Festival of Speed at Goodwood, England (July 11 to 13, 2008) with a world debut. At the largest classic car racing event in the world, the Ingolstadt company will be taking the wraps off an absolutely authentic reconstruction of the original Auto Union "Silverarrow" Type D Dual Com ... Continue reading
Skoda Auto Reinforces Its Positions In Its Home Market As Well As Abroad
Skoda Auto delivered nearly as many vehicles over the first five months of 2008 as it had over the first six months of 2007. Altogether 301,521 customers have bought a Skoda since the beginning of this year, 18.4% more than last year. ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company - June U.S. Sales Conference Call
You are invited to participate in Ford Motor Company's June U.S. sales conference call hosted by George Pipas, U.S. Sales Analysis Manager. The conference call will begin at 1:00 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, July 1, 2008 and last 45 minutes. To access the call, please dial 800-299-0433 about 10 minutes prior to the start time ... Continue reading
Maximum Efficiency All the Way to the Finish
Powerful dynamism, stamina and endurance are just as important in sport as out on the road. To be successful, you need to use your energy as efficiently as possible: On June 23, eleven white Audi A4 2.0 TDI models took to the start in the efficiency competition organized by Audi and Auto Bild. To stand a chance of winn ... Continue reading
NSK Salutes Military Friends and Families at Michigan Speedway
Bearings manufacturer recognizes Americans in service by giving service men and women and their families NASCAR Sprint Cup tickets BROOKLYN, Mich., June 24 -- NSK Corporation paid tribute to American servicemen and women by giving them and their loved ones a chance to enjoy NASCAR racing at the Michigan International S ... Continue reading
- Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge auto dealerships among the nation's top-grossing black-owned businesses - Chrysler's African-American dealers together gross more than $2 billion AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 24 -- Black Enterprise (BE) named 19 African-American owned Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealers to its 2008 annual "Top 100" ... Continue reading
Renault Trains Two-Wheeler Employees on Road Safety
During Road Safety month in June, Renault is offering its staff who ride twowheeled vehicles an original training course to perfect their driving skills and reduce the risk of commuting accidents. At 12 of the company's sites in France, some 300 employees are attending theory classes and on-track training with the supp ... Continue reading
Networks of FAW-VW and imported VW cars to be merged
Networks of FAW-VW and imported VW cars to be merged http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/6836/Networks-of-FAW-VW-and-imported-VW -cars -to-be-merged.html Shanghai, June 24 (Gasgoo.com) The sales networks of FAW-VW-made cars and the imported VW cars are expected to be merged. Winfried Vahland, CEO of Volkswagen (China), has ... Continue reading
Honda Siel Cars India Launches India's First Hybrid Car- the Civic Hybrid
NEW DELHI, India, June 18, 2008â In a pioneering move, Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI), leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, launched Indiaâs first hybrid car â the globally acclaimed Civic Hybrid. In line with Honda's long-term commitment to the development of advanced and environmentally-friendl ... Continue reading
Qualified Flood Victims May Delay Ford Credit Payments
DEARBORN, Mich., June 23, 2008 â Ford Motor Credit Company is offering customers affected by the devastating floods in the Midwest the option to delay some car payments. Ford Motor Creditâs Disaster Relief Program allows qualified customers to delay one or two monthly payments, resuming their regular payment ... Continue reading
GM to Cut Truck Production and Offer Interest-Free Loans
DETROIT June 23, 2008; Soyoung Kim and Poornima Gupta writinfg for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp initiated a series of steps on Monday from cutting production of trucks to offering aggressive incentives to combat the drop in demand for large vehicles amid record-high gas prices. The production cuts and incr ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire Adjusts Production in Challenging Industry Environment
FINDLAY, Ohio, June 23 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company today announced that it has reduced production in its North American facilities during the second quarter to counter decreased tire demand and projected shortages of certain raw materials. These production curtailments during the second quarter will cost in the est ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Sales Announces Field Organizational Changes
TORRANCE, Calif., June 23 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. today announced organizational changes at its Toyota and Lexus field offices. The following assignments are effective immediately: Kevin Cour, general manager, Lexus Eastern area, is appointed to general manager of Toyota Division's New York region, fi ... Continue reading
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