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SUZUKI XL7 LIMITED 3 ROW AWD More Than Just a GM Cousin By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Iâm still getting used to Suzuki being in the mainstream of vehicle production. No longer is it just a company that has evolved from making motorcycles to just producing small, low-content econo-cars. With this ... Continue reading
California Trying to Ban Sale of Automotive Refrigerant to Consumers
SACRAMENTO, Calif.--Californians are at risk of losing their right to work on their own vehicle air conditioner, as a proposed law to ban the sale of 134a refrigerant is moving through the state bureaucracy and may become law soon. The consumer ban, being proposed by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), targets t ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Sponsors Annual NAACP Hollywood Symposium
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 2007 â Ford Motor Company joins the 38th NAACP Image Awards program as a sponsor of the NAACP Hollywood Bureau (NHB) 3rd Annual Symposium, titled, âWhoâs Running the Show: Creating Heroes.â The symposium, featuring some of the diverse cast of the popular television show, âHero ... Continue reading
Safety Announces Fourth Quarter 2006 Results
BOSTON--Safety Insurance Group, Inc. today reported fourth quarter 2006 results. Net income for the quarter ended December 31, 2006 was $22.9 million, or $1.42 per diluted share, compared to $27.0 million, or $1.69 per diluted share, for the comparable 2005 period. Net income for the year ended December 31, 2006 was $1 ... Continue reading
American Suzuki Motor Corporation Bolsters Executive Team
BREA, Calif.--American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) today announced that Gary N. Akin has joined its executive management team as vice president, sales. Akin brings more than 20 years of industry knowledge and experience to Suzuki, and joins the automaker at a time of record growth. ASMCâs sales in 2006 were up ... Continue reading
CARA Charities' Fifth Annual Raceway Rendezvous
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Making Vehicles Safer for Pedestrians
WOLVERHAMPTON, England, February 26 -- - With Photo Concept Mouldings (www.conceptmouldings.co.uk) is seeking for technology partners to assist in the development of active and passive pedestrian safety systems at the European Automotive Design roadshow. The company specialises in creative engineering solutions for the ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE "ALL-AMERICAN DRIVER CHALLENGE" JOINS WITH THE RICHARD PETTY DRIVING EXPERIENCE FOR AN ACTION-PACKED FINALS WEEKEND Contact: Yvette Salerno 704.361.5262 ysalerno@movingideasinc.com DENVER, NC (2/26/2007) - The finals of the All-American Driver Challenge (AADC) returns to Hickory Motor Speedway thi ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEBRUARY 26, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 07-24 JONES SEEKS TO IMPROVE CRA LEAD AT THE PAS; PAIR OF LAS VEGAS RACES LOOMING NEXT WEEK The "top-10" in the 2006 USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series standings have been "shut out" so far in 2007, but Tony Jones of Corona, Calif. is among drivers hop ... Continue reading
Press Release - Team KMA Racing invites Karters
For Immediate Press Release: TEAM KMA OFFERS VALUABLE INTERNSHIP TO YOUNG KARTERS Halifax,NS / Cape Coral,FL February 26th, 2007-02-26 Team KMA Racing will offer young karters the opportunity to experience a first-hand, inside look at everything involved in a Formula BMW Championship weekend, a very important experienc ... Continue reading
News From Densham Motorsports Torco Racing Fuels / Racebricks / Skull Shine/ Knoll Gas / Snap-on Tools Mach Series Accelerator Fuel Additive CONTACT: Don Armstrong 713-202-4849 DonHouTx@earthlink.com Densham makes good on promise CHANDLER, Ariz. (Feb. 25) - Going from a DNQ in Pomona to a semi-final appearance in back- ... Continue reading
Victims Speak Out on Eve of Senate Hearing WASHINGTON, Feb. 26 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following advisory was issued today by KIDS AND CARS: WHO: -- Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY) -- Senator John Sununu (R-NH) -- Janette Fennell, President, KIDS AND CARS -- Jackie Gillan, Vice President, Advocates for Hig ... Continue reading
Plexus Systems Adds Vice President of Marketing
Software Veteran Patrick Fetterman Brings Technology Marketing Experience AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 26 -- Plexus Systems, Inc., provider of the on demand manufacturing performance system Plexus Online, today announced the addition of Patrick Fetterman as vice president of marketing. Fetterman brings nearly 20 years of ... Continue reading
-- New Institute Demonstrates Corporate Commitment to Sustainability Through Innovative Research in Plant Science, Biofuels -- ST. LOUIS, Feb. 26 -- The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center today announced that Jack and Susan Taylor have given a $25 million gift to create the Enterprise Rent-A-Car Institute for Renewab ... Continue reading
2008 Ford Super Duty Pickup Review
Tow Vehicle Review: 2008 Ford Super Duty Pickup Texas Ice Storm vs. Real-Life Tough Truck. Ford Wins. By Dan Prescott RVers have vehicular needs beyond those of average drivers. Especially if their needs include towing a hefty travel trailer, toy hauler or fifth-wheel. ... Continue reading
Ford to Participate in Merrill Lynch Global Automotive Conference
DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 26 -- On Monday, March 5, Lewis Booth, executive vice president Ford Motor Company overseeing Ford of Europe and Premier Automotive Group, will participate in the Merrill Lynch Global Automotive Conference. The presentation will begin at 5:30 p.m. Geneva time (11:30 a.m. EST) and will last for app ... Continue reading
Customer Preferences to Trigger a Rise in the Installed Base for Cabin Air Filters in North America
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c51021) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report: North American Cabin Air Filters Aftermarket to their offering. This research service titled North American Cabin Air Filters Aftermarket provides an overview of the mark ... Continue reading
Chicago-Area Resident Wins $10,000 in Free Shell Gasoline
HOUSTON, Feb. 26 -- Marion Banowski of Chicago won $10,000 in free Shell gasoline from Shell Oil Products US (Shell) in a sweepstakes this past weekend. Shell held the event as part of its sponsorship of the 2007 Chicago Auto Show, where the company also displayed the winning Daytona 500 No. 29 Shell/Pennzoil car that ... Continue reading
Lehmann Appointed to Kenwood Board of Directors
LONG BEACH, Calif.--Keith Lehmann, Senior Vice President, Consumer Electronics Division, has been appointed to the Kenwood USA Corporation Board of Directors. Mr. Lehmann has been an influential leader at Kenwood USA for more than three years, and brings over 23 years of experience in the consumer electronics category ... Continue reading
Con-way Freight Drivers Receive Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association Awards
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Con-way Freight, a less-than-truckload freight carrier and a subsidiary of Con-way Inc. , today announced that two of its drivers were recognized by the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association (PMTA) as âDrivers of the Monthâ in 2006. James Hoover, a Con-way Freight driver from New Castle, Pa., ... Continue reading
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Truck Corporation [NYSE:OSK] announced today that the company has received a $30.6 million contract award from the U.S. Marine Corps Systems Command for its Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle program. Under this production contract, Oshkosh will produce 100 Category I MRAP vehicles th ... Continue reading
ANSYS Latest Release Features Unique Simulation Technologies and Integrated Solutions
ANSYS 11.0's Powerful Enhancements Increase Productivity and Broaden Engineering Simulation SOUTHPOINTE, Pa., Feb. 26 -- ANSYS, Inc. , a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced Version 11.0 of its ANSYS(R) software. This latest version ... Continue reading
Navistar Suspends Production of Power Stroke Diesel Engines in Dispute with Ford
WARRENVILE, Ill.--Navistar International Corporation (OTC:NAVZ) announced today that it is suspending production of the Power Stroke® diesel engine that it builds for Ford Motor Company because Ford has stopped honoring the terms of agreement under which the engines were built. Navistarâs principal operating co ... Continue reading
GHLT Announces Creation of NXGen, Inc. Subsidiary
BREMERTON, Wash.--GHL Technologies, Inc. (PINK SHEETS:GHLT) today announced the creation of a new subsidiary â NXGen, Inc. The new subsidiary is a part of the strategic plan of GHLT for vertical integration of related products within the GPS and transportation industries by expanding from installation to product s ... Continue reading
Team Detroit Adds Marketing Expertise to Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Accounts with Appointment
Jim Sanfilippo Joins Team Detroit as Chief Marketing Officer DETROIT, Feb. 26 -- George S. Rogers, president and CEO of Team Detroit, the group of WPP agencies that service Ford Motor Company, today announced that Jim Sanfilippo is joining Team Detroit's Ford, Lincoln and Mercury accounts as Executive Vice President, C ... Continue reading
ANAHEIM, Calif.--Iteris, Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in vision-based technologies and Intelligent Transportation Systems that optimize traffic flow and enhance driver safety, today announced the appointment of Paul Osbourn as its new Southeast Regional Sales Manager. Osbourn will be responsible for sales and business dev ... Continue reading
New York Daily News Introduces Transportation And Logistics Career Expo
NEW YORK--The Daily News today announced the first Daily News Transportation and Logistics Career Expo, which will be held at the legendary Copacabana in Manhattan on Friday, April 13, 2007, from noon to 4 pm. The Daily News Transportation and Logistics Career Expo is designed to meet the hiring needs of air cargo serv ... Continue reading
ICOP to Present at the 2007 Nyssa Homeland Security Industry Conference
LENEXA, Kan., Feb. 26 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , an industry-leading company engaged in advancing digital surveillance solutions, today announced that senior officials are scheduled to present at the 2007 New York Society of Security Analysts' (NYSSA) Homeland Security Industry Conference in New York City. WHO: David Owen ... Continue reading
Mace Rejects Kelly Capital’s $3.00 Indication of Interest to Buy Company
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J.--Mace Security International, Inc. (âMaceâ) , a manufacturer of electronic surveillance and personal defense products and an owner and operator of car and truck wash facilities, previously announced that Kelly Capital contacted Mace and indicated that Kelly Capital was interested in discuss ... Continue reading
Baseball All-Star Pitcher Curt Schilling 'Calls the Plays' on TomTom Portable Navigation Devices
Icon of America's Favorite Pastime Tells Drivers How to Find Their Way Home - And Anywhere Else - Without Committing Errors! CONCORD, Mass., Feb. 26 -- TomTom, the world's largest navigation solution provider, today announced that baseball all-star Curt Schilling will be telling drivers across America how to find their ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 26 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. today announced that it was awarded a contract to expand and enhance its hydrogen vehicle and Mobile Hydrogen Infrastructure (MHI) programs for the U.S. Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC). The contract ... Continue reading
Ristken Software Services Offering Free OFAC Checks
DALLAS--Ristken Software Services (Ristken), an enterprise-level provider of software solutions for the automotive industry designed to manage employee performance and maximize profits, today announced it is providing free OFAC checks to the retail automotive industry. The Department of Treasuryâs Office of Foreig ... Continue reading
ATLANTA--Speedemissions, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SPMI), a leading vehicle emissions testing/safety inspections test company announced its same store tests in Atlanta increased 5.3% in 2006, while the Atlanta vehicle emission testing market grew 2.5% in 2006. Speedemissions Atlanta emission testing stations in 2006 cl ... Continue reading
First Glimpse at Third Generation, In-Vehicle Telematics
Steve Millstein, CEO of ATX, International Telematics Provider, to Discuss Next Wave of In-Vehicle Information Applications at March 9, The Fully Networked Car Event in Geneva DUSSELDORF, Germany, Feb. 26 -- A preview into the next generation of in-vehicle telematics applications--dubbed T3 Telematics--is on tap for Ma ... Continue reading
Noble to Host 2006 Earnings Conference Call
WARREN, Mich., Feb. 26 -- Noble International, Ltd. ("Noble" or the "Company") plans to release its operating results for the year ended December 31, 2006 before the opening of the stock market on Friday, March 16, 2007. Noble plans to host a conference call to discuss its operating results that day at 10 AM ET. The di ... Continue reading
Hybrid Vehicle Registration Growth-Rate Slows in 2006
Market Volume Surpasses 250,000 Units, Toyota Continues to Lead SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 26 -- Nationwide registrations for new hybrid vehicles rose to 254,545 in 2006 - a 28 percent increase from 2005, according to R. L. Polk & Co. The increase is the second-lowest year-over- year increase since 2000. California contin ... Continue reading
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--Magnum D'Or Resources, Inc. (OTCBB:MDOR) ("Company") (website: www.magnumresources.net) updates its shareholders of the progress on the acquisition of Terra Elastomer Technologies SL (âTerraâ) and subsidiaries. Chairman Chad Curtis stated, âWe were in Dusseldorf, Germany from Febru ... Continue reading
Beckman loses pedaling match with Medlen in Phoenix first round
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 2 of 23 CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NHRA NATIONALS Firebird Raceway Chandler, Ariz. Feb. 23-25, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net BECKMAN LOSES PEDALING MATCH WITH MEDLEN IN PHOENIX FIRS ... Continue reading
CORRECTION: Beckman snares No. 9 in Phoenix qualifying
CORRECTION: Jack Beckman is driving the Valvoline/MTS Dodge Charger R/T in this weekend's CSK NHRA Nationals. DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 2 of 23 CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NHRA NATIONALS Firebird Raceway Chandler, Ariz. Feb. 23-25, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 20 ... Continue reading
Enders once again a contender in Pro Stock
Enders once again a contender in Pro Stock PHOENIX (Feb. 25) -- Pro Stock star Erica Enders rose from the ashes this weekend in Phoenix, re-igniting her promising young career with a strong showing that featured her qualifying third overall in a stout field of 16 and racing to the semifinals with the quickest racecar o ... Continue reading
Will Vista SP1 introduce anything new, security wise? A firewall functions like a moat around a castle: It keeps your sensitive information in your computer safe from the outside world. Also, the flags in the Avivo preview and just static. Harry Potter Does Full Frontal Nudity! Elite Bastards - View topic - Firefox 2. ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Jason Line runner-up in 25th career final round
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES KB RACING LLC/SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT PRO STOCK PONTIAC GTO JASON LINE -- DRIVER ROB DOWNING -- CREW CHIEF MEDIA CONTACT: MICKEY SCHULTZ PHONE: 920-733-2330 E-MAIL: PR4KBRacingLLC@earthlink.net 23rd ANNUAL NHRA CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NATIONALS FIREB ... Continue reading
Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Sunday from Gainesville Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - SOUTHEAST DIVISION GAINESVILLE RACEWAY SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2006 Contact: Dana Mariotti, NHRA (626) 428-0289 Evans, Payne earn wins in Gainesville GAINESVILLE, Fla. - In the final eliminations from the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series being held this weekend at ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: PHOENIX POST RACE NOTES
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 695-6649 NHRA Media Center Online: http://media.nhra.com POST RACE NOTES 23rd annual Checker Schuck’s Kragen NHRA Nationals presented by Castrol Feb. 23-25, Firebird International Raceway, Chandler, Ariz. TOP FUEL • Rod Fuller, from Las Vegas, defeated Melan ... Continue reading
NHRA: Parts Failure Ends Ashley=?ISO-8859-1?B?uQ==?=s Day Early in Phoenix
Press Release For Immediate Release Contact: Matthew Brammer - Active Marketing pr@activemarketing.com Parts Failure Ends Ashley¹s Day Early in Phoenix CHANDLER, Ariz. (February 25, 2007) - On a perfect day for drag racing - clear, sunny skies, cool breeze and tens of thousands of fans - nitro Funny Car driver Mike As ... Continue reading
Rare foul ends Capps' race day in semis in Phoenix
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 2 of 23 CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NHRA NATIONALS Firebird Raceway Chandler, Ariz. Feb. 23-25, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net RARE FOUL ENDS CAPPS' RACE DAY IN SEMIS IN PHOENIX CHAND ... Continue reading
Scelzi out in first round in Phoenix
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2007 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 2 of 23 CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NHRA NATIONALS Firebird Raceway Chandler, Ariz. Feb. 23-25, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net SCELZI OUT IN FIRST ROUND IN PHOENIX CHANDLER, Ariz. (Fe ... Continue reading
Autoliv Receives Three Awards from Toyota
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--At Toyotaâs 2007 Annual Global Supplier Convention in Nagoya, Japan, Autoliv â the global leader in automotive safety systems â was honoured with three awards for its contributions during 2006 to Toyota Motor Corporation. The awards were given to Autoliv by Katsuaki Watanabe, President ... Continue reading
ICF International Awarded US$2.6 Million Contract with the Transportation Research Board
FAIRFAX, Va.--ICF International announced today that it was awarded A Framework for Collaborative Decision-Making on Additions to Highway Capacity, a new three-year, US$2.6 million contract with the Transportation Research Board (TRB), Strategic Highway Research Program 2 (SHRP 2). SHRP 2 is designed to advance highway ... Continue reading
Honda Racing F1 Team Launches Pioneering Environmental Concept
London, England 26 February 2007 Honda Racing F1 Team Launches Pioneering Environmental Concept The Honda Racing F1 Team today announced a major new initiative for the 2007 Formula 1 season. To help raise awareness of the environmental issues facing the planet, the RA107 F1 car will simply feature a huge image of earth ... Continue reading
New 2008 Ford Taurus Delivers Quiet Quality
By John Hewett, FCN DEARBORN, Feb. 26, 2007 -- From expandable foam pellets in the A-pillars that help reduce wind noise to hydraulic engine mounts that reduce overall vehicle vibration, the 2008 Ford Taurus is a testament to quiet quality. From a customer perspective, interior quietness is often associated with overal ... Continue reading
NASCAR : Kenseth Wins at Fontana
FONTANA, Calif.February 25, 2007; Mike Harris writing for the AP reported that with crew chief Robbie Reiser back home in North Carolina on a NASCAR-enforced absence from the racetrack, Matt Kenseth and the rest of his No. 17 team just tried to remember the lessons he has taught them over the years. Kenseth drove the R ... Continue reading
Hyundai's second Indian plant to begin production in October
Seoul February 25, 2007; Kim So-hyun writing for the Korea Hearald reported that Hyundai Motor Co. said yesterday its second Indian plant will begin mass producing its new minicars in October to meet the country's ballooning demand. The carmaker's chairman, Chung Mong-koo, who is visiting the assembly lines in the sout ... Continue reading
Daewoo International to export 1,000 buses to Azerbaijan
Seoul February 25, 2007; Kim Yoon-mi writing for the Korea Herald reported that Daewoo International Corp. said yesterday it will export 1,000 buses worth $60 million to Azerbaijan under a contract with the country's state-run transportation company Transgeyt. The deal, signed in the Azerbaijani capital Baku yesterday, ... Continue reading
Daimler Eyes Taking GM Minority Stake as Price of Chrysler
TOKYO, Feb. 26 KYODO News Servicwe reported that DaimlerChrysler AG is weighing taking a minority stake in General Motors Corp. as a payment if GM agrees to take over Chrysler, Daimler's money-losing North American division, the Financial Times reported in Monday's Asian edition, quoting informed sources. By buying int ... Continue reading
Super Stock class trophy highlights Coughlin's weekend in the desert (NHRA)
Super Stock class trophy highlights Coughlin's weekend in the desert PHOENIX (Feb. 25) -- Superstar racer Jeg Coughlin Jr. picked up an early trophy at this weekend's 23rd annual CSK NHRA Nationals at Firebird International Raceway, winning the Super Stock C-Modified trophy early Saturday morning. As it turned out, tha ... Continue reading
NHRA Kurt Johnson Win Release: KJ Drives to a Big Win in Phoenix
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net *Kurt Johnson Drives to a Big Win in Phoenix* *ACDelco Cobalt crew reaches winner's circle in NHRA season's second race* * * *Sugar Hill**, Ga., February 25, 2007 â *Kurt Johnson and the ACDelco Cobalt Racing team scored an important v ... Continue reading
Stevens parlays a perfect reaction time to first-round win in Phoenix
TEAM MOPAR PRO STOCK 2007 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 2 of 23 CHECKER SCHUCK'S KRAGEN NHRA NATIONALS Firebird Raceway Chandler, Ariz. Feb. 23-25, 2007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net STEVENS PARLAYS A PERFECT REACTION TIME TO FIRST-ROUND WI ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Hillary Will turned back in good drag race at Firebird
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES KB RACING LLC-owned, KALITTA MOTORSPORTS-managed TOP FUEL DRAGSTER HILLARY WILL (www.hillarywillrace.com) -- DRIVER JIM OBERHOFER (JIM O) -- CREW CHIEF MEDIA CONTACT: MICKEY SCHULTZ PHONE: 920-733-2330 E-MAIL: PR4KBRacingLLC@earthlink.net 23rd ANNUAL ... Continue reading
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