BLISS FINISHES FOURTH AT THE MONSTER MILE This makes the second consecutive top-five finish for Mike Bliss in the #22 Supercuts/Family Dollar Dodge. Mike Bliss posted a stout battle with the "Monster" on Saturday in the Roadloans.com 200, triumphantly making his best finish of the season so far. Good strategies played ... Continue reading
MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 24 -- Wolters Kluwer Financial Services today announced that Automotive Dealer Resources, LLC (ADR), which provides independent motor vehicle dealerships and associations with access to a full array of dealership business forms, will expand its product offerings to include Wolters Kluwer Financial Se ... Continue reading
AXIS Market Solutions, LLC Delivers Enterprise Market Penetration for Consumer Intelligence Company
SAN FRANCISCO--AXIS Market Solutions, LLC (AXIS) today announced a contract extension for business development services with Market Insight Corporation (MI). AXIS has been contracted to enhance MI’s marketing, business development, and sales initiatives, and guide an expansion of unique services into the enterprise s ... Continue reading
'Car-Deer Crashes: An 11 Year Review'
News Conference Kicks Off Annual Campaign WHAT: The Michigan Deer Crash Coalition (MDCC) will kick off its annual car-deer crash public education campaign with the latest statistics and guest speakers. WHO: * Michigan Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land * Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard * Penney Melchoir, Michig ... Continue reading
Cascade Corporation Announces $50.0 Million Share Repurchase Authorization
PORTLAND, Ore.--Cascade Corporation, announced today that on September 20, 2007 Cascade’s Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program of up to $50.0 million over a two year period. Repurchases will be made based on market conditions, relevant securities laws and other factors. Share repurchases will be f ... Continue reading
CJM Racing/Dover II Post-Race Report
No. 11 InvestLinc Chevrolet / Jason Keller Dover II Post-Race Report Date: Saturday, September 22, 2007 Event: RoadLoans.com 200 Track: Dover International Speedway, Dover, Del. Pole Sitter: Greg Biffle, 23.310 sec. Keller's Qualifying Position: 27th, 24.139 sec. Race Winner: Denny Hamlin Keller's Finishing Position: 8 ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-239 PERRIS HOSTS CRA SPRINTS AGAIN SATURDAY; DAVIS, SHERIDAN TOPS IN ARIZONA The Lucas Oil USAC/CRA Sprint Cars return to Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway Saturday night for another complete program of races and Tony Jones continues to lead the standings. Jo ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-240 FOCUSES AT GAS CITY FRIDAY & VENTURA SATURDAY; BURT WINS AT SHENANDOAH James Robertson and Nic Faas lead the USAC Midwest and California Dirt Ford Focus Series to respective races this weekend in Michigan and California. Robertson continues his drive ... Continue reading
Gibraltar Declares Quarterly Dividend Payment
BUFFALO, N.Y.--The Board of Directors of Gibraltar Industries, Inc. has declared a cash dividend of $.05 per share. The dividend will be payable on October 9, 2007, to shareholders of record on October 1, 2007. Gibraltar Industries is a leading manufacturer, processor, and distributor of products for the building, indu ... Continue reading
Hernandez sweeps the Lone Star State
Press Release For Immediate Release Hernandez sweeps the Lone Star State ENNIS, Texas - It was a day of unexpected and unpredictable excitement in AMS Pro Mod action at the O'Reilly NHRA Fall Nationals, and in the end, just like it has five other times this year, the last man standing was Josh Hernandez and his Dr. Moo ... Continue reading
Iteris Names New General Manager of Transportation Systems Division
SANTA ANA, Calif.--Iteris, Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in the development and application of advanced technologies that help reduce traffic congestion and improve the safety of surface transportation systems, today announced that Alan Clelland has been named Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Transportation ... Continue reading
KANSASSPEEDWAY.COM 100 SATURDAY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-234 Ks "WILD" SATURDAY AT KANSAS SPEEDWAY? COONS SCORES FIRST SILVER CROWN WIN AT ELDORA Bud Kaeding locked up the 2006 USAC Silver Crown Championship at Kansas Speedway last year. He hopes to do the same this year when the K & N Series returns to the 1.5 ... Continue reading
Magna Car Top Systems Expands Manufacturing Footprint and Capabilities in North America
AURORA, Ontario, Canada, Sept. 24 -- Magna Car Top Systems, an operating unit of Magna International Inc. and a global leader of open-air roof systems, announced it has recently completed the acquisition of certain manufacturing assets and equipment, including a leased facility located in Toluca, Mexico. The facility, ... Continue reading
NayKid on the Big Stage - Lux and White Enter Road Atlanta Round of SPEED World Challenge
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NayKid on the Big Stage - Lux and White Enter Road Atlanta Round of SPEED World Challenge Magnitude and Importance of Atlanta Event Brings NayKid Racing to Penultimate GT Race BRASELTON, Ga., September 24, 2007 - NayKid Racing will compete in the final two events of the 2007 SCCA SPEED World Chall ... Continue reading
News from Hennessey Performance Engineering
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-236 "COPPER WORLD" AT PHOENIX NEXT FOR MIDGETS; STENHOUSE WINS "4-CROWN" 25-LAPPER Jerry Coons Jr. takes a 115-point lead into the November 8 "Copper World Classic" at Phoenix, Ariz., the next outing for the USAC National Midget Series. Coons is seeking a ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-238 ROBERTSON LEADS REGIONAL MIDGETS TO BERLIN; SERIES RUNNER-UP PRUETT FOUND DEAD IN HIS ARIZONA HOME James Roberson of Indianapolis, Ind. leads the 2007 USAC Regional Midget Series standings going into Saturday's race at Berlin Raceway in Marne, Mich. A ... Continue reading
SPRINTS EYE PERRIS IN NOVEMBER
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-235 "BUDWEISER OVAL NATIONALS" AT PERRIS NOV. 1-3; BALLOU REPEATS AT ELDORA - TAKES "4-CROWN" SPRINT Levi Jones will lead the Lucas Oil USAC National Sprint Car Series to Perris Oval Speedway for the November 1-2-3 "Budweiser Oval Nationals." He emerged f ... Continue reading
U.S. Lags Behind Europe in Protecting Small Business and Competition
Independent Repair Shops in Europe Receive Protection from European Commission BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The United States lags behind Europe in protecting small business and competition. General Motors, Daimler-Chrysler, Toyota and Fiat, have made a legally binding commitment with the European ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 24, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-237 WESTERN MIDGETS RETURN TO VENTURA SATURDAY The USAC Midgets visit Ventura (Calif.) Raceway for the 115th time Saturday night. Dating back to the first race in 1986 a total of 43 different drivers have visited victory lane. One who hasn't is current US ... Continue reading
WSORR Closes Out Big Season at Lucas Oil Speedway
World Series of Off-Road Racing NEWS P.O. Box 99, Crandon, WI 54520 _wsorr.com_ (http://www.wsorr.com/) For Immediate Release, September 24, 2007. Contact for info, photos, video clips: Steve Weiss, 303-880-7221 Hord, Greaves and Taylor Grab WSORR Championships at Lucas Oil Speedway WHEATLAND, Mo. – It came down ... Continue reading
ARCA RE/MAX Series Monday Driver Talladega Test Quotes
ARCA RE/MAX Series, ARCA RE/MAX 250 Event No. 22, Talladega Superspeedway, Talladega, Alabama Private Practice Notes & Quotes Monday, September 24, 2007 Several ARCA RE/MAX Series (ARS) teams participated in a closed testing session at Talladega Superspeedway today in preparation for the open ARS test at the 2.666-mile ... Continue reading
Birdies to Help Alabama Students Fly Right
PRATTVILLE, Ala.--Now there’s even more motivation for players to hit great shots during the inaugural Navistar LPGA Classic. Each birdie made won’t just have an impact on the score, it will also have an impact on local students. The Navistar Foundation announced today that it will donate $15 for every birdie made ... Continue reading
Fighter Engine Team Successfully Tests Augmentor on F136
CINCINNATI--The GE Rolls-Royce Fighter Engine Team has successfully fired the augmentor on the F136 test engine for the first time as part of a testing regimen that will continue through this fall at the US Air Force testing facility in Tennessee. The augmentor, also known as an afterburner, which provides a very rapid ... Continue reading
Iron Castings Maker Thyssen Krupp Waupaca Expands in Knoxville-Oak Ridge Innovation Valley
ETOWAH, Tenn., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Iron castings maker Thyssen Krupp Waupaca, Inc. said today it will invest $162 million to expand its Etowah, Tennessee facility. The move will add 100 jobs and double the footprint of the plant. Some 600 employees there produce gray and ductile iron castings for automo ... Continue reading
Press Information: For Immediate Release Contact Information Mindy Stephens Ringers Gloves Public Relations 317-858-9581 _mindys@ringersgloves.com_ (mailto:mindys@ringersgloves.com) MINDY’S MONDAY MINUTE Brownsburg, Ind. - (September 24, 2007) All Ringers Gloves NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Winner’s Circle c ... Continue reading
Nation's Best Soloists to be Crowned at 35th Solo National Championships
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nation's Best Soloists to be Crowned at 35th Solo National Championships TOPEKA, Kan. (Sept. 24, 2007) - The culmination of the Solo season unfolds this week when close to 1,200 drivers take part in the 35th Tire Rack(r) SCCA Solo National Championships. For the second year in-a-row, the Solo Nati ... Continue reading
Ryan Smith Pleased with Eldora Speedway Debut Run
Ryan Smith Pleased with Run at Eldora Speedway Kunkletown, Penn. (September 23, 2007) – Ryan Smith headed to Eldora Speedway on Saturday to participate in the USAC 4 Crown Nationals. Although he finished 20th, he was pleased with the fact that he was the only ARDC car to make the field in the feature race. †... Continue reading
Clean Power Technologies Boosts Advisory Board With Two New Appointments
ALBERTA, Sept. 24 -- Clean Power Technologies Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: CPWE, Frankfurt, XETRA: C1L) , developer of a unique heat recovery and hybrid power system to reduce vehicle emissions, is pleased to announce the appointments of Sir Christopher Althorp-Gormlay and Mr. Jim Mason, to the Company's Advisory Board, effec ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Receives 2007 NDTA Distinguished Service Award
TULSA, Okla., Sept. 24 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. was recently awarded the 2007 National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) Distinguished Service Award. The award, which recognizes DTG for supporting the goals and aims of NDTA, was presented Sept. 19 at the 61st Annual NDTA Transportation and Logis ... Continue reading
Free Vehicle VINgraving Offered in Reading
Etching your vehicle identification number on all the auto glass makes it less likely to be stolen. READING, Pa., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pa. Auto Theft Prevention Authority will co-sponsor a free VIN etching event, held by the Reading City Police Department, Muhlenberg Township Police Department and Pe ... Continue reading
Globecomm Systems Awarded Multiple Contracts from U.S. Government Agencies Valued at $7.0 Million
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--Globecomm Systems Inc. , a leading provider of satellite-based communications infrastructure solutions and services on a global basis, today announced that the Company has been awarded multiple contracts from U.S. Government agencies valued at $7.0 million. The various contracts are to provide a variet ... Continue reading
Kyle Krisiloff, No. 14, Lilly/Walgreens, Dover Post Race
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TOUGH DAY AT DOVER Accident ends day early for Lilly/Walgreens team DOVER, Del. (September 24, 2007) A 34th place finish is not what Kyle Krisiloff and the Lilly/Walgreens team had hoped for in the RoadLoans.com 200 on Saturday afternoon, but the performance did show what the team had been work ... Continue reading
Partnerships and Stewardship News Release (HQ): The European Commission Joins Methane to Markets
News for Release: Monday, September 24, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) The European Commission Joins Methane to Markets Contact Information: Dave Ryan, (202) 564-4355 / ryan.dave@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - September 24, 2007) The Methane to Markets Partnership marked a major milestone this week as the ... Continue reading
Put Texas, and an Epiphone Texan Guitar, in Your Corner
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 24 -- Can you write a jingle that makes drivers tingle? The Texas Department of Transportation's campaign promoting vehicle registration compliance -- Put Texas in Your Corner(TM) -- is tuning up yet another way to tell Texans that keeping vehicles registered helps to build highways, roads, and bri ... Continue reading
Acacia Automotive Joins NAAA, Views Future
BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Sept. 24 -- Acacia Automotive, Inc. (Pink Sheets: ACCA) announced today that it has been reconfirmed as a member of the National Auto Auction Association (NAAA) through its newly- acquired Augusta Auto Auction operation. The NAAA's action followed a vote during the recent convention in Chicago, having ... Continue reading
Belle Tire Enters Windshield Replacement and Repair Market as Largest in Michigan
Retailer Also Offers Mobile Glass Replacement ALLEN PARK, Mich., Sept. 24 -- Starting October 1, Belle Tire will offer auto windshield replacement and repair at its 80 Michigan locations, instantly making it the largest replacement glass installation company in Michigan and the fifth-largest in the United States. Onsit ... Continue reading
Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited Announces the Appointment of Auditors
HONG KONG, Sept. 24 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LIMITED (Incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability) (Stock Code: 1114) APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS The board of directors (the "Board") of Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited (the "Company"; OTC Bulletin Board: BCAHY; HK ... Continue reading
Key Trends and Issues facing the Industrial Brakes and Clutches Market
LYON, France--Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the worldwide industrial equipment industry is now available to its catalogue. Industrial Brakes and Clutches www.reportlinker.com/p059604/Industrial-Brakes-Clutches.html This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Industrial Brake ... Continue reading
Mission accomplished; Coughlin assumes lead in Super Stock standings (NHRA/JEGS)
Mission accomplished; Coughlin assumes lead in Super Stock standings Atco, N. J. (Sept 24) – Needing a strong showing in order to have any chance of claiming the Division 3 Super Stock championship, John Coughlin came through in a big way with a victory during this weekend’s Lucas Oil Series event at Atco ... Continue reading
New Study Examines the Polish Car Market and Gives Five Year Forecasts for the Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c69305) has announced the addition of Snapshots Poland Cars 2007 to their offering. Snapdatas Snapshots Poland Cars 2007 provides 2005 year-end market size data, with 2006 estimates, 4 years of historical data and five-year forecasts. The ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c69191) has announced the addition of Vietnam Automobile Industry Forecast (2007-2010) to their offering. The report “Vietnam Automobile Industry Forecast (2007-2010)” highlights the present scenario of Vietnam automobile in context of ... Continue reading
Pacific Cycle Rounds up Dodge Brand for Powerhouse Licensing Partnership
The world's leading bicycle supplier and marketer forms strategic licensing partnership with Dodge LOS ANGELES, Sept. 24 -- Pacific Cycle Inc., the world's leading supplier and marketer of bicycles and owner of popular recreational brands including Schwinn(R) and Mongoose(R) bicycles and KidTrax(TM) electric ride-on ve ... Continue reading
Penske Logistics Names New Managing Director in South America
READING, Pa., Sept. 24 -- Penske Logistics today announced Bill Scroggie has been named Managing Director -- South America, reporting to Terry Miller, Executive Vice President Operations -- Americas. He replaces Gary Franz, who will return to the U.S. in a new sales capacity for the company. Based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, ... Continue reading
Volvo Doubles Award Money for America's Top Hometown Heroes
Nominations Open at www.volvoforlifeawards.com for Annual Volvo for life Awards Winning Heroes Will Receive $100,000 for Charity of their Choice; Grand Award Winner Also Receives a Volvo Car for Life IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 24 -- Volvo Cars of North America announced today it is doubling its charitable donation to the to ... Continue reading
GM Strike May Affect Buyers of Crossover Vehicles, According to Edmunds; AutoObserver.com
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Edmunds.com: What: As of 11AM Eastern this morning, the United Auto Workers were walking the picket line in a strike against General Motors. The contract officially expired Sept. 14, though negotiations continued until today when the union ordered a strike. The primary open issue is job security, ... Continue reading
The 2008 Camry Hybrid: Toyota's 2007 AJAC Canadian Car of the Year
The 2008 Camry Hybrid: Toyota's 2007 AJAC Canadian Car of the Year debuts 2008 model combining style, quality and comfort with clean, efficient powerMonday September 24, 11:03 am ET TORONTO, Sept. 24, 2007; Toyota Canada today introduced the 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid - the perfect combination of clean, efficient and pow ... Continue reading
GM Strike: Up to 100,000 Canadian Layoffs?
TORONTO September 24, 2007; Reuters reported up to 100,000 Canadian workers could be laid off by the end of this week if the strike at General Motors Corp's U.S. operations drags on, the head of the Canadian Auto Workers union said on Monday. CAW President Buzz Hargrove told a televised news conference he believed 80,0 ... Continue reading
Teamsters to Honor UAW Picket Lines
Official Statement of Teamsters General President James P. Hoffa WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is a statement of Teamsters General President James P. Hoffa: The Teamsters, the largest transportation union in North America, will stand with our 73,000 UAW brothers and sisters in their figh ... Continue reading
2008 Nissan Rogue - In A Crowded Marketplace Nissan Introduces a New Crossover
By Marty BernsteinAIADA Contributing Editor Toyotaâs had a record run in the small crossover SUV category for several years with its Rav 4. Hondaâs done well with its CRV too. But records are made to be broken and the new Rogue from Nissan could well be a serious, viable contender in the ever-increasing crowd ... Continue reading
Buick Expands International Reach with GM Agreement to Export Enclave Crossover to China
DETROIT â Buick will expand its international reach following a four-year agreement signed today by General Motors and Shanghai GM to export up to 25,000 of the brandâs hot-selling Enclave luxury crossover to China beginning in the second half of 2008. The Enclave is Buickâs first luxury crossover. Known ... Continue reading
GM statement regarding UAW work stoppage
Detroit September 24, 2007; We are disappointed in the UAW's decision to call a national strike. The bargaining involves complex, difficult issues that affect the job security of our U.S. work force and the long-term viability of the company. We are fully committed to working with the UAW to develop solutions together ... Continue reading
Fashion Designer and Bentley Re-Connect for Spectacular Exhibition
MILAN - September 24, 2007: At first sight, a couture dress and a luxury car might not seem to have much in common, but they share the spirit in which they were both created: a passion for detail and craft, a sense of personality and style and a visionary quality grounded in an understanding of tradition. So it is no s ... Continue reading
UAW Strikes GM as Talks Fail - VIDEO ENHANCED
DETROIT, Sept 24, 2007; Kevin Krolicki and Poornima Gupta writing for Reuters reported that United Auto Workers union-represented employees walked off the job and organized pickets outside General Motors Corp (GM.N: Quote, Profile, Research) plants as the union called a national strike against the top U.S. automaker af ... Continue reading
ALMS (ROAD ATLANTA) - VOICES OF PETIT: DIRK MULLER
Petersen/White Lightning's Dirk Muller will make his first start at Petit Le Mans since 2001. With a class win and podium finishes in the first three runnings of Petit Le Mans, Dirk Muller is back. The 1999 GT class winner and polesitter will return to Road Atlanta and the 1,000-mile/10-hour endurance classic as part o ... Continue reading
NASCAR NNCS (DAYTONA) - CHASE FOR THE NEXTEL CUP
Chase For The NASCAR NEXTEL Cup, Week 3: Kansas Speedway Below is a look at the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Top 12, going into the LifeLock 400 at Kansas Speedway on Sept. 30. 1 â Jeff Gordon (No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet) The File: ⢠36 years old, Vallejo, Calif., 79 career wins ⢠Four wins, 16 top; fives, 22 t ... Continue reading
ALMS (ROAD ATLANTA) - GEORGIA DRIVERS HAVE PETIT LE MANS ON THEIR MINDS
Nic Jonsson will drive a Ferrari F430 GT for Risi Competizione/Krohn Racing at Petit Le Mans. Road Atlanta is the birthplace of Petit Le Mans, the 1,000-mile/10-hour sports car endurance race that draws thousands of spectators and competitors from around the world. In 1998, Don Panoz decided that sports car racing need ... Continue reading
NHRA (DALLAS) - POST-EVENT NOTES
TOP FUEL · Larry Dixon, from Indianapolis, powered his SkyTel dragster to his 41st career victory by defeating Bob Vandergriff in the final round. Dixon won with a time of 4.629 seconds at 310.91 mph. This is his third win of the season and his second win at Texas Motorplex. · J.R. Todd, from Lawrenceburg, Ind., clai ... Continue reading
NHRA (DALLAS) - LLEWELLYN EARNS FIRST WIN TO CLINCH SPOT IN COUNTDOWN
Pro Stock Motorcycle newcomer Peggy Llewellyn won her first NHRA national event at a critical juncture in the season, pushing her way into the Countdown to One field by the slenderest of margins Sunday evening. The San Antonio-based rider shared a somber Texas Motorplex winner's circle with new POWERade points leaders ... Continue reading
NHRA (DALLAS) - GARDELLA SPEEDS TO A WIN AT ANOTHER NATIONAL EVENT
After Gary Gardella won at the NHRA Sport Compact Nationals at the OâReilly NHRA Fall Nationals he was probably hoping all the Xplod Series races could be run at POWERade Series events. Joining Gardella in the winnerâs circle was Pro RWD driver Brad Personett. Gardella continued his winning streak with his th ... Continue reading
NHRA (DALLAS) - WILL LOSES OUT TO TEAMMATE...
In a battle of teammate, Hillary Will, who drives the KB Racing LLC-owned, Kalitta Motorsports-managed “Support our Troops and Families” Top Fuel Dragster, was turned back by the Mac Tools Dragster of Doug Kalitta in the first round of eliminations at today’s 20th annual NHRA O’Reilly Mid-South ... Continue reading
NHRA (DALLAS) - TROXEL BREAKS STRING OF GREAT RUNS...
Melanie Troxel’s string of great runs on the quarter-mile came to an abrupt ending in the first round of the O’Reilly Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex. Her opening round match up with Cory McClenathan saw Troxel launched off the starting line first (.077 – 142) and was marching away until her Vie ... Continue reading
NHRA (DALLAS) - CAPPS DROPS TO 5TH...
Ron Capps dropped to fifth from third in the Countdown to Four point standings today after being dismissed by Ashley Force in the opening round of Funny Car eliminations at the O'Reilly NHRA Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex. Under cloud cover, Capps beat Force off the line in the Brut Revolution Dodge Charger R/T, ... Continue reading
NHRA (DALLAS) - SCELZI MAKES EARLY EXIT...
Gary Scelzi made an early exit today in the opening round of Funny Car eliminations at the O'Reilly NHRA Fall Nationals. Driving the Mopar/Oakley Dodge Charger R/T, Scelzi dropped from fourth to sixth in the Countdown to Four playoff point standings after falling to Cruz Pedregon in the first round. Pedregon cruised to ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (LIVONIA, MI) - ROUSH CONTINUES THE HOMAGE TO FORD HISTORY WITH 428R
ROUSH Performance continues to pay tribute to Ford's legendary history with the 428R* Mustang, a limited edition pony car which follows in the tremendous success of their 427R* model introduced last year and which remains in the ROUSH product lineup for the 2008 model year. The ROUSH 428R* Mustang will arrive at partic ... Continue reading
Protect Your Vehicle From Thieves
Auto Theft Myths "No one would steal my car. Nobody wants my car." Actually, most stolen cars are at least a few years old. Thieves are interested in common vehicles, because they can be easily hacked and sold for parts. Spare parts for older cars can be hard to find, so they are expensive. Your car's parts are worth a ... Continue reading
Free Vehicle VINgraving Offered
Etching your vehicle identification number on all the auto glass makes it less likely to be stolen MARCUS HOOK, Pa., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pa. Auto Theft Prevention Authority will co-sponsor a free VIN etching event, held by the District Attorney G. Michael Green, Delaware County District Attorney's O ... Continue reading
* Incentives to Buy Chrysler Products Available to National Biodiesel Board members * Chrysler Diesels Approved to Run on Clean, Renewable Biodiesel Fuel - Dodge Ram heavy duty diesel with market-leading environmental benefits - Jeep(R) Grand Cherokee full-size SUV AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 24 -- Chrysler LLC is teami ... Continue reading
AAA Survey Cites Top-Five Car Troubles, NAPA Offers Solutions
ATLANTA--Tire pressure was the number one vehicle issue identified during the most recent nationwide clinics conducted by AAA and its affiliated repair facilities. Results are based on inspections conducted on 6,082 vehicles by 25 different AAA clubs. As a leading automotive solutions source, NAPA has partnered with AA ... Continue reading
Ricardo Assists Clean Air Power With Low CO2 Technology
VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., Sept. 24 -- Clean Air Power Ltd., the developer of Dual-Fuel(TM) combustion technology, has acknowledged the assistance provided by Ricardo in the development of the company's new natural gas-diesel control system for trucks. Ricardo was contracted by Clean Air Power to modernize the previous pro ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Declares Quarterly Dividend
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys â Manny, Moe & Jack , the nationâs leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, announced that its Board of Directors approved the payment of the next quarterly dividend of $.0675 per share payable on October 29, 2007 to shareholders of record on October 15, 2007. The an ... Continue reading
UQM Technologies Receives U.S. Navy Contract to Develop Advanced Electric Motor
FREDERICK, Colo.--UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX: UQM), a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that it has received a $100,000 contract from the U.S. Navy under the Small Business Innovation Research Program to develop an advanced electric motor that substantially improves the torque density, pow ... Continue reading
NHRA (DALLAS) - ASHLEY DOWN TO "ONE BULLET" LEFT...
As if the tension and excitement couldn't be any greater in the POWERade Championship Countdown, Mike Ashley, driver of the Torco Race Fuels Dodge Charger R/T, added more of his own gripping New York-style drama when he lost first round to Kenny Bernstein in the O'Reilly NHRA Fall Nationals, forcing a showdown at the u ... Continue reading
Internet Lead Scoring Drives Sales; Polk, MileOne Release Results of Successful Pilot Program
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Sept. 24 -- Lead scoring, a much anticipated tool for automotive Internet marketers, is available and ready to help move cars off dealership lots, according to David Metter, chief marketing officer for dealer group MileOne. Over a two-month period, 14 MileOne dealerships used Polk Lead Scoring to det ... Continue reading
Truck Showrooms Drive to New Locations, Literally - VIDEO FEATURE
DETROIT - September 24, 2007: The ongoing real-estate slump is also causing a decline in truck sales, automakers report. As homebuilders look to tighten their expenses, many are using their current resources a little longer than they normally would. However, truck makers are hoping to open new doors, and new sales, by ... Continue reading
HOLLYWOOD BEACH, Fla., Sept. 24 -- WHAT: Kia Motors Summer of Surprises Tour / Kia Optima Drivin' 1. Drive a Kia Optima and get a FREE $20 gas card 2. FREE Drivin' movie and snacks at dusk on a GIGANTIC 35' X 70' Outdoor Screen (Napoleon Dynamite) 3. Chance to win a brand new 2007 Kia Optima 4. ... Continue reading
Cummins Announces Right Technology for 2010
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Cummins Inc. today announced its technology approach for on-highway engines to meet the more stringent 2010 EPA emissions standards. The company will use an evolution of its proven 2007 solutions to maintain power and torque with comparable fuel economy and maintenance intervals the same as today. Cum ... Continue reading
NAC Makes Progress On "Project MG"
SHANGHAI - September 24, 2007: Nanjing MG is moving forward with its plans to re-introduce the internationally renowned MG brand to car enthusiasts â first in China and then in the UK. Across China, 41 dealer launches are underway â with every one of the newly appointed Nanjing MG dealers holding their own ev ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Sept. 24 -- The United Auto Workers announced today that due to the failure of General Motors to address job security and other mandatory issues of bargaining, the union has set a firm strike deadline for 11 am on Monday, September 24th. "We're shocked and disappointed that General Motors has failed to recogni ... Continue reading
Chrysler LLC Announces New Head of Russia Operations
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, September 24 -- -- Newly created position supports growth strategy in the Russian market -- Russia is one of the fastest growing markets for Chrysler with 62 percent growth year-to-date -- Long-time Chrysler management team member, John Stech, named CEO of Russia Operations With a new operation ... Continue reading
Clean Diesel Technologies, Inc. Licenses Its Patented Emission Control Technology to Tenneco
STAMFORD, Conn.--Clean Diesel Technologies, Inc. (EBB: CLDS; AIM: CDT/CDTS; XETRA: CDI), a global company providing innovative technologies and solutions that reduce emissions, conserve fuel and improve engine performance, announced today that it has signed a worldwide, non-exclusive licensing agreement with Tenneco , ... Continue reading
Hydrogen-Powered Chevy and Saturn Hybrid On Display at ECOFEST
Chevrolet Unveils First of Fuel-Cell SUVs that will be Tested by Real Drivers in New York this Winter, Saturn Shows Manhattan its Award-Winning Aura NEW YORK - September 24, 2007: Visitors to Manhattanâs ECOFEST 2007 will witness the first of a fleet of fuel-cell Chevrolet SUVs that will soon be driving across met ... Continue reading
China Selects Four Cities as Second Tier Auto-Parts Export Bases
SHANGHAI - September 24, 2007: China has chosen Hefei (Anhui province), Guangzhou (Guangdong province), Baoding (Hebei province) and Liuzhou (Guangxi province) as the second tier auto parts export bases, a senor official from Ministry of Commerce said yesterday. Since China's entry into WTO in 2001, China's automobile ... Continue reading
Honda to Sell Only 400 Civic Hybrids Annually in China
SHANGHAI - September 24, 2007: Dongfeng Honda plans to sell the imported Honda Civic hybrid in China by the end of this year, and sales volume of the model is forecast at 400 units annually, a senior company executive said yesterday. "We has yet to set a price target for it, but it may slot in higher than Toyota Prius ... Continue reading
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