NASCAR (DAYTONA) - NATIONAL STOCK CAR RACING COMMISSION STATEMENT
The National Stock Car Racing Commissioner, Charles Strang, has advised the National Stock Car Racing Commission of the following: As the final appellate authority within NASCAR, the Commissioner held an appeal hearing on Wednesday, October 24, 2007 concerning penalties imposed following the inspection of the shock abs ... Continue reading
- Ford Motor Company donates trucks and SUVs to Southern California fire departments - Ford Motor Company Fund contributes $100,000 to San Diego Red Cross - Ford Volunteer Corps will assist in ongoing the recovery effort - Ford Motor Credit Company is offering customers impacted by the wildfires the opportunity to dela ... Continue reading
Saab has been pushing a "born from jets" theme recently for its vehicles. ... Continue reading
Cummins Reports Strong Third Quarter 2007 Revenues and Earnings
COLUMBUS, Ind.--Cummins Inc. today reported record revenues and higher earnings for the third quarter, led by quarterly-best sales in three of its four business segments. Given the Companyâs performance through the first nine months of 2007 and the outlook for the fourth quarter, Cummins remains on pace to meet it ... Continue reading
2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor Review
There's more to the 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor than huge fender flares and exaggerated body bulges. ... Continue reading
Holiday Headache: National Survey Finds Six in Ten Americans Stressed By Family Road Trips
- Families prepare to hit the road this holiday season, citing family time, comfort and control among top reasons - The Dodge brand and recognized packing and travel expert, Susan Foster, provide useful tips to help consumers prepare for this season's holiday travel AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Nearly eight in 10 Am ... Continue reading
Southern California Based Company to Donate Portion of Sales to American Red Cross SANTA ANA, Calif., Oct. 25 -- EZ Lube, LLC announced today that $10 (nearly 30%) of every regular price, full service oil change redeemed through the month of October will be donated to the American Red Cross to aid those affected by the ... Continue reading
Volkswagen CEO Announces New Executive Appointments and Brand Management Restructuring
Jacoby Adds Brand Leadership to Chief Executive Officer Responsibilities AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc., CEO Stefan Jacoby today announced new executive appointments and realignment of the Volkswagen brand executive management team, taking effect January 1, 2008. Jacoby will add the title o ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Forecasts October Auto Sales: Housing Market Woes Continue to Affect Car Sales
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--This month's new vehicle sales (including fleet sales) are expected to be 1.24 million units, a 2.4 percent increase from October 2006, according to Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. This October had 26 selling days, one more than October 2006. When adjusted for ... Continue reading
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Review
n the realm of four-seat, under-$30,000 convertibles, the 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is one of the sportier entries. ... Continue reading
2008 Mercury Mountaineer Review
The Mercury Mountaineer was created at a time when the Ford Explorer was the hottest thing since the planet Mercury. ... Continue reading
Luxury-themed minivans have become popular among consumers with a bit more money to spend on family transportation. ... Continue reading
The Majority of Automotive Internet Users Seek Consumer-Generated Automotive Content WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Oct. 25 -- Among late-model used-vehicle buyers who use the Internet during the shopping process, Internet use has surpassed all other shopping methods as the source for locating the vehicle a buyer ultimately ... Continue reading
Until recently, full-size sedans were a dying breed. ... Continue reading
n our land of plenty, an abundance of similar choices is a way of life. ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (SONOMA) - Infineon Raceway Takes Annual Food Drive to Drag Strip
Infineon Raceway Takes to the Drag Strip for 7th annual Food Drive SONOMA, Calif. (Oct. 25, 2007) -- Infineon Raceway will take its pledge to help feed those in need this holiday season to its world-famous quarter-mile drag strip for the 7th annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. The raceway has hosted an extremely popular an ... Continue reading
ALMS (BRASELTON, GA.) - CLOSE FINISHES THE RULE DURING 2007 SEASON
Five American Le Mans Series races this season were decided by one second or less The numbers bear it out: the 2007 American Le Mans Series was the closest and most competitive on record. Thirteen of the 50 closest finishes in Series history came during this season's 12-round schedule, a statistic that stands head and ... Continue reading
Race fans will get the opportunity to âtrack and treatâ at Atlanta Motor Speedway on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007, as part of The NASCAR Foundation Track Walk to benefit The NASCAR Foundation and Speedway Childrenâs Charitiesâ (SCC) Atlanta Chapter. The event will wrap up The NASCAR Foundation Track Walk ... Continue reading
NHRA (GLENDORA) - POWERADE COUNTDOWN TO THE CHAMPIONSHIP DRIVERS IN SPOTLIGHT
NHRA POWERade Series drivers representing all four professional categories will be the featured guests at the annual NHRA Breakfast at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The SEMA Show, the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world, draws the industry's brightest minds and hottest products to one place, th ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (LIVONIA) - FORD RACING GT500 SUPERCHARGER GIVES THE SNAKE MORE VENOM
Owners of the new Ford GT500 are justifiably proud of their car and proud of the 500 horsepower under the hood. Now the engineers at ROUSH and Ford Racing Technologies, the collective leaders in Ford powertrain development, have unveiled a new Ford Racing GT500 Supercharger which boosts the performance to 605 horsepowe ... Continue reading
2007 Tokyo Motor Show: MINI Introduces Clubman to Asia - VIDEO ENHANCED
TOKYO - October 25, 2007: MINI, the world-famous premium manufacturer, celebrated a very special debut in Asia yesterday at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show, with the new MINI Clubman to be admired for the first time in the capital city of Japan from 26 October â 11 November 2007 at the Makuhari Fairgrounds. Approximatel ... Continue reading
WealthTV Lets Viewers Decide the Best Cars for 2008
Interactive High Def TV Show to Highlight the Best Cars for '08 SAN DIEGO, Oct. 25 -- WealthTV, the premier luxury lifestyle and entertainment network in digital and high definition, announced today that its on-line polls are open for viewers to decide the best cars of 2008. WealthTV continues its tradition of allowing ... Continue reading
2007 Third Quarter Auto Insurance Pricing Report from Leading Auto Insurance Agency, Insurance.com
CLEVELAND--Insurance.com, the largest online auto insurance agency in the United States, reports that car insurance rates are continuing to decrease depending on geographical location. The company’s “2007 Third Quarter Auto Insurance Pricing Report” indicates that the national decline in annual premiums has conti ... Continue reading
Amerigon to Present at ArgusVision: Eyes on the Global Economy Conference in New York City
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing products based on advanced thermoelectric (TE) technologies for a wide range of global markets and applications, announced today that President and CEO Daniel R. Coker is scheduled to make a presentation at the ArgusVision: Eyes on the Global ... Continue reading
Autoliv: Financial Report July - September 2007
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Regulatory News: Sales: Up 10% to $1,557 million EBIT: Up 8% to $110 million Continued strong cash flow For the three-month period ended September 30, 2007, Autoliv Inc. and (STO: ALIV) – the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems – reported record sales, operating income and cash flow for ... Continue reading
California Software Company Limited (Calsoft) partners with Marketics Technologies.
Hi, Please find attached and enclosed the Press Release on California Software Company Limited (Calsoft) partners with Marketics Technologies. The partnership between Calsoft and Marketics will facilitate offerings Marketics' solution to Calsoft's customers globally. Marketics will provide cutting-edge analytics soluti ... Continue reading
CAR PR USA to Represent NASCAR Team Johnny Davis Motorsports and Veteran NASCAR Driver Kertus Davis
PHOENIX--CAR PR USA has announced representation of NASCAR Busch series race team Johnny Davis Motorsports based in Blacksburg, South Carolina. Johnny Davis Motorsports has asked the organization to develop a full sponsorship program for the 2008 season. CAR PR USA will contribute public relations efforts to the team. ... Continue reading
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 25 -- Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation , a national provider of personal automobile insurance, today reported results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2007: Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, September 30, (in millions, except per share amounts and ratio ... Continue reading
CHICAGO, Oct. 25 -- LKQ Corporation today announced results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2007, with revenue of $243.5 million, net income of $14.6 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.25. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051017/LKQLOGO) "We exceeded our previously issued earnings estima ... Continue reading
More than $130,000 on the line as AMS Pro Mods hit The Strip
Press Release For Immediate Release More than $130,000 on the line as AMS Pro Mods hit The Strip LAS VEGAS, Nevada (October 25, 2007) - More than $130,000 in prizes and purse money is on the table as the AMS Pro Mod Challenge presented by Tindle Enterprises, Inc. contests its last event of the season at The Strip at La ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--Navistar International Corp. (Other OTC:NAVZ) today released summary preliminary and unaudited results for fiscal years ended October 31, 2003, 2004 and 2005, marking progress toward becoming a current filer with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Navistar’s senior management also provided the co ... Continue reading
Penske Automotive Reports Third Quarter Results
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--Penske Automotive Group, Inc. , an international automotive retailer, today reported that third quarter income from continuing operations increased 17.4% to $42.4 million and related earnings per share increased 18.4% to $0.45. Third quarter net income increased 28.7% to $43.4 million and relat ... Continue reading
RUIAN CITY, China, Oct. 25 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- SORL Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and distributor of automotive air brake valves and related components in China, today announced that it has entered into a technology development agreement with Baotou North- Benz Heavy Duty Truck Co. Ltd. (''North-Benz"). ... Continue reading
Tim Sauter Returns to Atlanta Motor Speedway
Tim Sauter Returns to Atlanta Motor Speedway Battered and Bruised from Martinsville wreck, Green Light team charges ahead When the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series visited the Atlanta Motor Speedway in March, Tim Sauter stood a disappointing 26th in the point standings. Tim brought the Lester Buildings #07 home in 21st de ... Continue reading
Alcoa Testifies in Support of Climate Security Act
NEW YORK--Alcoa expressed its support of the America’s Climate Security Act during testimony before a U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Private Sector and Consumer Solutions for Global Warming and Wildlife Protection in Washington, D.C. Kevin Anton, Alcoa Vice President and President of Materials Management, speaking befor ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif.--Autobytel Inc. , a leading Internet automotive marketing services company, today announced that the company expects to release its 2007 third quarter financial results after the market closes on Thursday, November 8, 2007. Autobytel management will also host a conference call that afternoon at 5:00 p.m. ... Continue reading
AVL iGeneration(TM) Exhaust Emission Measurement Systems
First North American Demonstration to be at Testing Expo North America NOVI, Mich., Oct 25 -- AVL's new generation of innovative exhaust emission sampling and measuring systems, dubbed "AVL iGeneration(TM)," is now available in North America and will be introduced and demonstrated in the AVL booth (#16000) at the Testi ... Continue reading
Belron US Announces Promotion of Harrison to Chief Operations Officer
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 25 -- Dan H. Wilson, president and chief executive officer, Belron US Inc. announced today the promotion of Rich Harrison, 42, to COO (chief operations officer) and senior vice president of Belron US. In his new role, Harrison will assume executive management responsibility for the company's field ... Continue reading
PHOENIX--The Scarlet Bandit, a 10,000 pound, 1,600 horsepower monster truck sponsored by CSK Auto stores, Checker, Schuck’s, Kragen, and Murray’s, debuted earlier this month at the West Coast Monster Truck Nationals in Red Bluff, California sporting a huge pink “Crush Out Breast Cancer” ribbon. Dawn Creten, 34- ... Continue reading
Eaton To Participate In Robert W. Baird Industrial Conference On November 6
CLEVELAND--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation will participate in the Robert W. Baird Industrial Conference at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago on November 6. Richard H. Fearon, executive vice president - chief financial and planning officer, will begin speaking at 4:05 p.m. Eastern time (3:05 p.m. ... Continue reading
Exousia Participates in U.S. Trade Mission to China
SUGAR LAND, Texas, Oct. 25 -- Exousia Advanced Materials, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: EXOU) is pleased to announce that they were represented in a press conference, held October 20th at the U.S. Dept. of Commerce's Manhattan Federal Plaza, to publicize the upcoming U.S. trade mission to China. The press conference featured a ... Continue reading
First "LEED" Platinum Rated Green Building, in the Middle East, Inaugurated in Dubai
DUBAI, U.A.E., October 25 -- - The Headquarters of Pacific Controls is the First Platinum Rated Green Building in the Middle East and Sixteenth in the World Pacific Control Systems, an automation company with operations around the world, today inaugurated its headquarters in Techno Park, Dubai. The headquarter building ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company - October U.S. Sales Conference Call
You are invited to participate in Ford Motor Company's October 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 Thursday, November 1, 2007 and last 45 minutes. To access the call, please dial 800-299-0433 about 10 minutes prior to the st ... Continue reading
ITASCA, Ill.--Midas, Inc. reported net earnings of $3.0 million—or $0.21 per diluted share—for the third quarter ended Sept. 29, 2007, compared to net earnings of $2.4 million—or $0.16 per diluted share—in the prior year. Third quarter results in both years included special items of $0.02 per share, primarily c ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Reports Third Quarter Marked by Sales Growth, Record Backlog and Increased Capacity
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Spartan Motors Reports Third Quarter Marked by Sales Growth, Record Backlog and Increased Capacity CHARLOTTE, Michigan, Oct. 25, 2007 - Spartan Motors, Inc. reported a 36.8 percent year-over-year increase in net sales, a 66.0 percent year-over-year increase in backlog and a substantial increase in ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Reports Third Quarter Marked by Sales Growth, Record Backlog and Increased Capacity
CHARLOTTE, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. reported a 36.8 percent year-over-year increase in net sales, a 66.0 percent year-over-year increase in backlog and a substantial increase in production capacity for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2007. Spartan, a leading manufacturer of custom vehicle chassis and em ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors to Pay Regular Dividend, Declares Special Dividend
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Spartan Motors to Pay Regular Dividend, Declares Special Dividend CHARLOTTE, Michigan, October 25, 2007 - Spartan Motors, Inc. today announced its board of directors declared a special dividend of $0.03 per share of common stock. As announced in May 2007, Spartan will also pay its second regular c ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors to Pay Regular Dividend, Declares Special Dividend
CHARLOTTE, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. today announced its board of directors declared a special dividend of $0.03 per share of common stock. As announced in May 2007, Spartan will also pay its second regular cash dividend of $0.05 per share, for total dividend payments of $0.13 per share in 2007. All financ ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. to Report Third Quarter 2007 Financial Results on November 8, 2007
CARSON, Calif., Oct. 25 -- U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. announced today that it will report financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007, on Thursday, November 8, 2007, after the market close. The Company will conduct a conference call with analysts and investors following the earnings release on T ... Continue reading
Valera Global Joins Chicago Climate Exchange, Commits to Offset 100% of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
NEW YORK & CHICAGO--Valera Global, the premier provider of executive transportation solutions, and Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX), the world’s first and North America’s only voluntary but legally binding greenhouse gas emission registry, reduction and trading system, announced today that Valera Global has joined CC ... Continue reading
DECATUR, Ind.--Peter Collorafi, Founder, Chairman of “Revenge Designs” which presently is operating under the name Southern Cosmetics, Inc. (Pink Sheets: SHCM) updated the investment community in an all-new interview with www.wallst.net. Topics covered in the interview include an overview of the company and its gro ... Continue reading
XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2007 Results
Largest Quarter for New OEM Additions Fuels Year-Over-Year Third Quarter Gains in Gross and Net Subscribers; Third Quarter Ending Subscribers Exceed 8.5 Million; Year-Over-Year Revenue Increases 20 Percent WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. today announced earnings for the three-month period ended ... Continue reading
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Oct. 25 -- YRC Worldwide Inc. announced today that Michael T. Byrnes and Mark A. Schulz have joined YRC Worldwide's Board of Directors. Byrnes, 61, has more than two decades of direct experience in China. Until his retirement at the end of 2005, he served as President, Tyco International China. Pri ... Continue reading
RACING BUSINESS (DOVER, DEL.) - Dover Motorsports, Inc. Reports Results for the Third Quarter
DOVER, Del., Oct. 25 -- Dover Motorsports, Inc. today reported its results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2007. For the quarter ended September 30, 2007, revenues were $40,951,000 compared with $42,441,000 in the comparable quarter of 2006. The Company promoted a total of seven major motorspo ... Continue reading
Kettering University to Build New Science & Technology Incubator Building
FLINT, Mich.--The economic re-development of Flint gains one more step of momentum this week when Kettering University breaks ground for a facility dedicated to developing new science and technology opportunities. Kettering President Stan Liberty said the University is planning to construct an approximately 12,000-squa ... Continue reading
Daimler Posts Group EBIT of Euro 1.9 Billion (US$2.7 Billion) in Third Quarter of 2007
- Net loss of - euro 1,533 million (US$-2,180 million) (Q3 2006: net profit of euro 868 million, US$1,234 million), thereof minus euro 2.6 billion (US$ 3.7 billion) from the Chrysler transaction - Revenues up by 6% to euro 25.7 billion (US$36.5 billion) - EBIT of at least euro 8.5 billion (US$12.1 billion) anticipated ... Continue reading
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Reports Consolidated Financial Results for the Fiscal Second Quarter 2007
TOKYO, Oct. 25 -- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. , today announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal second quarter and the fiscal first half ended September 30, 2007. Second Quarter Results Honda's consolidated net income for the fiscal second quarter ended September 30, 2007 totaled JPY 208.4 billion (USD 1,80 ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Posts Record Third Quarter Sales and Earnings
Refines Full Year Guidance to the High End of the Range AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 25 -- BorgWarner Inc. reported record third quarter sales and earnings for 2007. Strong demand for fuel-efficient engine and drivetrain technology around the world boosted results. Third Quarter Highlights: -- Record third quarter sales o ... Continue reading
2007 Tokyo Motor Show: Toyota Subsidiary Hino Motors Unveils Motorcoach with SPD-Smart Windows
WOODBURY, N.Y.--At the 40th Tokyo Motor Show 2007, Hino Motors, Ltd., a subsidary of Toyota Motor Corporation, is featuring a new concept motorcoach with windows using Research Frontiersâ patented SPD-Smart light-control technology. The Sâelega Premium, with its variable tint SPD âsmartâ windows, wa ... Continue reading
Kia to introduce Borrego to China in 2008
Kia to introduce Borrego to China in 2008 http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3678/Kia-to-introduce-Borrego-to-China-in -2008.html Shanghai. October 25 (Gasgoo.com) - Kia Motors plans to introduce three models each year to Chinese market in the next couple of years, a company official said. "Kia will introduce three models, ... Continue reading
RACING BUSINESS (DOVER, DEL.) - Dover Motorsports, Inc. Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
DOVER, Del., Oct. 24 -- Dover Motorsports, Inc. Board of Directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend on both classes of common stock of $.015 per share. The dividend will be payable on December 10, 2007 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 10, 2007. Dover Motorsports, Inc. is a leading ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (HUNTERSVILLE, NC.) - Kyle Krisiloff, No. 14, Lilly/Walgreens, Memphis Preview
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kyle Krisiloff Memphis Preview Lilly/Walgreens set to make noise in Tennessee HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (October 24, 2007) Back to compete on one of the first tracks he ever laid rubber on as a NASCAR Busch Series (NBS) competitor, Kyle Krisiloff returns to Memphis Motorsports Park this Saturday for t ... Continue reading
Changan Suzuki to launch 4 new models next year
Changan Suzuki to launch 4 new models next year http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3677/Changan-Suzuki-to-launch-4-new-model s-next-year.html Shanghai. October 25 (Gasgoo.com) ¨CThe Chongqing-based Changan Suzuki Automobile Co plans to launch four new models next year, a senior company official said. Changan Suzuki, a join ... Continue reading
Microheat Produces One Millionth HotShot(R) Unit
Popular heated washer fluid windshield de-icer manufactured at Farmington Hills headquarters FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 25 -- Microheat, Inc., a Tier-1 supplier to the automotive industry, produced its one-millionth HotShot(R) unit, the company's revolutionary hot washer fluid windshield cleaning and de- icing syste ... Continue reading
Toyota Camry scores best in Chinese crash test
Toyota Camry scores best in Chinese crash test http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3669/Toyota-Camry-scores-best-in-Chinese- crash-test.html Shanghai, October 25 (Gasgoo.com)-C-NCAP, the Chinese crash test authority released the latest test result for eight models sold in the Chinese market. Five of the eight cars got 5-star ... Continue reading
Top 10 best selling SUV brands in Chinese market in September
Top 10 best selling SUV brands in Chinese market in September http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/3681/Top-10-best-selling-SUV-brands-in-Ch inese-market-in-September.html Shanghai. October 25 (Gasgoo.com) Dongfeng Honda CR-V sold 5,517 vehicles in Chinese market in September, ranked first in China¡¯s SUV market, according ... Continue reading
2007 Tokyo Motor Show: Audi Metroproject Quattro - High Tech in Compact Form
TOKYO - October 25, 2007: At the Tokyo Motor Show, Audi is unveiling the metroproject quattro, an original, characteristically Audi design study for the sub-compact segment. The three-door four-seater car blends dynamic styling with exemplary economy of space and supreme quality in trailblazing fashion. At the same tim ... Continue reading
The Only Pininfarina-Bodied 1963 Corvette 'Rondine' Concept to Be Sold at Barrett-Jackson Auction
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--The worldâs only 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Speciale âRondineâ (Ron-di-nay) will be sold at No Reserve during the 37th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event on Jan. 12-20, 2008, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Penned by design legend Tom Tjaarda while he was at the world-renown Pininfarin ... Continue reading
Subaru Tribeca Named Best Resale Value in Crossover Segment
- Subaru brand remains an industry leader in residual value according to ALG - CHERRY HILL, N.J., Oct. 24 -- The 2008 Subaru Tribeca was named best resale value in the crossover utility vehicle segment by Automotive Lease Guide (ALG). The Subaru brand remains an industry leader in residual value, ranking fourth overall ... Continue reading
Current Market Conditions Could Lead to Cheaper Gasoline Prices, Says Dallas Fed's Economic Letter
DALLAS, Oct. 24 -- If current market conditions prevail, gasoline prices are set to rise over the next few months and then fall over the next three years, according to the October issue of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas' Economic Letter. The October Economic Letter can be found at: http://www.dallasfed.org/research ... Continue reading
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Oct. 24 -- Automotive Lease Guide (ALG) today announced its annual Residual Value Awards, which honor those vehicles in each automotive segment predicted to retain the highest percentage of their original price after a conventional three-year lease term. This year's awards are based on 2008 model ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Names Ray Day To Lead Global Communications Team
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 24 -- Ford Motor Company today announced the appointment of Ray Day as vice president of Communications. Day will lead all of the company's global external and internal communications and public relations activities, reporting to Jim Farley, the company's new group vice president of Marketing and ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c72589) has announced the addition of China Auto Parts Market Report, 2007 to their offering. This report is comprised of four parts -- Status quo of China auto parts industry, Development forecast in 2007, Competition strategies of enterp ... Continue reading
Advanced Copper-and-Brass Heat Exchangers Well Suited for Clean Diesel Passenger Vehicles
NEW YORK--The availability of new fuels and new exhaust treatment systems has ignited interest in diesel engines for passenger vehicles, SUV and light trucks. According to the International Copper Association, superior durability and high cooling efficiency make CuproBraze® heat exchangers especially well suited to ... Continue reading
PACCAR Achieves Solid Third Quarter Sales and Profits
BELLEVUE, Wash.--âPACCAR achieved very good revenues and net income for the third quarter and first nine months of 2007,â said Mark C. Pigott, chairman and chief executive officer. âPACCARâs balanced global diversification, with over 60 percent of revenues originating outside of the U.S. and a doubl ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Dual-Clutch Technology Featured at Tokyo Auto Show on Nissan GT-R Sports Car
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 24 -- BorgWarner's leading dual-clutch transmission technology is showcased at the Tokyo Auto Show on the 2008 Nissan GT-R sports car, dubbed the most eagerly anticipated car in a generation by the automotive press. "The Nissan GT-R is a great driving machine and one that is a superb platform ... Continue reading
Arctic Cat Reports Results for Fiscal 2008 Second Quarter
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--Arctic Cat Inc. today reported net sales of $205.2 million for the fiscal 2008 second quarter ended September 30, 2007, compared with $285.3 million in the same period last year. Net earnings for the quarter were $13.9 million, or $0.76 per diluted share, versus $20.0 million, or $1.03 per dil ... Continue reading
SafeAuto Insurance Offers Road Readiness Tips for Drivers
Insurance company finds preparation is key for keeping drivers safe COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24 -- SafeAuto Insurance Company is offering drivers ten Road Readiness Tips to ensure driver safety and prevent accidents and breakdowns before they happen. SafeAuto's Road Readiness Tips are based on market experience and by trac ... Continue reading
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 24 -- The Old School Motorcycle Company today, announces, not only the launch of its interactive web site http://www.oldschoolmotorcycles.com/, but unveils the Company's newest re-creations of an American Icon Motorcycle, says Simon Sorriento, President and CEO. "We are excited about t ... Continue reading
Nuance Communications Challenges Distracted Drivers
BURLINGTON, Mass.--What: Contestants equipped with a traditional cell phone will compete against a driver using Nuance speech solutions to conduct a number of mobile device-related tasks in a simulated driving environment. Speed is not the critical measurement in this race, but rather minimizing distraction and ensurin ... Continue reading
2007 Tokyo Motor Show: Mazda Taiki Unveiled - VIDEO ENHANCED
TOKYO - October 24, 2007: The Mazda Taiki makes its debut appearance at the Tokyo Motor Show 2007. The fourth concept car in the Nagare (flow) design theme series, Mazda Taiki continues the evolution from the Mazda Nagare, Mazda Ryuga, and Mazda Hakaze by further advancing and refining the theme through a fusion of Nag ... Continue reading
Fwd: NHRA NEWS: NHRA BREAKFAST AT SEMA SHOW TO SHOWCASE POWERADE COUNTDOWN TO...
I thought you would be interested in this information. Once again, thank you for your time and consideration. We appreciate your interest in NHRA POWERade Drag Racing, JEGS, Jeg Coughlin Jr, and the JEGS Foundation "Racing for Cancer Research" efforts. ... Continue reading
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