Ford Motor Company - November U.S. Sales Conference Call
You are invited to participate in Ford Motor Company's November 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 Monday, December 3, 2007 and last 45 minutes. To access the call, please dial 800-299-0433 about 10 minutes prior to the sta ... Continue reading
AAA Michigan Seeks Donations to Help Local Charities 'Beat The Freeze'
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 27 -- With winter weather fast approaching, AAA Michigan is soliciting donations of coats, hats, gloves, scarves and blankets at all of its full-service branches statewide from December 3-15. Donated items will be delivered to a designated local charity for distribution to needy families in the ar ... Continue reading
All I Want for Christmas is ... an Oil Change!
Jiffy Lube Launches Gift Card for Preventive-Maintenance Services All Drivers Need HOUSTON, Nov. 27 -- Having a hard time deciding on stocking stuffers for family and friends? Worried that your child isn't taking proper care of the family car at college? Unsure when your parents last had the oil changed? Still hunting ... Continue reading
American Capital Invests in the One Stop Buyout(TM) of Dynojet
BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 27 -- American Capital Strategies Ltd. announced today that it has invested in the One Stop Buyout(TM) of Dynojet Research Inc., a developer of after-market performance products and diagnostic tools for the motorcycle and automotive industries. American Capital's investment takes the form of a senio ... Continue reading
Arbella Customers to See Maximum 28% Cut in Auto Insurance Rates Under New Pricing Policy
Five-Point Arbella Customer Care Package Provides Greater Policy Enhancements at No Cost QUINCY, Mass., Nov. 27 -- Arbella Insurance Group, the Commonwealth's third largest auto insurer, said today that some of its customers could see their premium costs plummet by up to 28 percent next year under a proposed rate filin ... Continue reading
CEVA Logistics: Invitation to Presentation of 3rd Quarter Results 2007
HOOFDDORP, The Netherlands, November 27 -- On Thursday November 29, at 14:00 CET, CEVA's Chief Executive Officer John Pattullo and its Chief Financial Officer Stuart Young will present CEVA's third quarter 2007 results. After the presentation CEVA's CEO and CFO will answer questions. Bondholders, analysts and potential ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Secures $2.0 Billion Exit Financing
TOLEDO, Ohio, Nov. 27 -- Dana Corporation announced today that it has obtained fully underwritten commitments for a $2.0 billion exit financing facility, marking a significant step toward the company's timely emergence from Chapter 11 reorganization. These commitments ensure that Dana will be positioned to emerge from ... Continue reading
DIVERSE SCHEDULE ON-TAP FOR MID-OHIO SPORTS CAR COURSE IN 2008
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rebecca Ackford, 614-793-4620, rackford@midohio.com DIVERSE SCHEDULE ON-TAP FOR MID-OHIO SPORTS CAR COURSE IN 2008 DUBLIN, Ohio (November 27, 2007) - Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course will boast seven major events in 2008, featuring the finest in open-wheel, sports car, motorcycle, historic and ... Continue reading
Garmin(R) Completes Acquisition of Italian Distributor
CAYMAN ISLANDS, Nov. 27 -- Garmin Ltd. announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Synergy S.p.A. ("Synergy"), the distributor of Garmin's consumer products in Italy. The company will be renamed Garmin Italia S.p.A. and will retain its management, sales, marketing and supporting staff consisting of approxi ... Continue reading
Hankook Announces Price Increases of Up to 5%
Hankook Announces Price Increases of Up to 5% WAYNE, NJ (November 27, 2007) Hankook Tire America Corp. is raising prices by up to 5% on its full line of passenger, high performance, and light truck tires. The amount of the increase will vary by product line and/or size. The increases will take effect January 1st, 2008. ... Continue reading
Invite Fans to Join the Pit Stop Tour!
CONTACTS: Mindy Kramer Chad Young Office Depot Edelman 561-438-4276 (office) 312-240-2733 (office) 917-903-0640 (mobile) 847-924-1118 (mobile) mindy.kramer@officedepot.com <mailto:mindy.kramer@officedepot.com> chad.young@edelman.com <mailto:chad.young@edelman.com> MEDIA ALERT WHAT: NASCAR fans can have their pictures t ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Strengthens its Presence in Eastern Europe
BRATISLAVA, November 27 -- - Opening of a New Automotive Business Center in Slovakia Johnson Controls, one of the world's leading suppliers of automotive interiors, electronics and batteries, has opened a new Automotive Business Center in Bratislava. Some 180 employees are currently working in the areas of finance, pur ... Continue reading
Ken Garff Automotive Group Chooses Multi-Shield Combination Product
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 27 -- Ken Garff Automotive Group, based in Salt Lake City, Utah now offers the combination product Multi-Shield to car buyers throughout its 44 nationwide franchises. Multi-Shield combines tire and wheel, paintless dent repair, windshield repair and full roadside assistance. The packaged product, pr ... Continue reading
Kia Motors Drives Boston Celtics Holiday Assist Program
Toy Drive at Holiday Season Home Games Benefits Children's Hospital Boston IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 27 -- Kia Motors America today announced a partnership with the Boston Celtics to bring holiday cheer to the kids at Children's Hospital Boston, a community partner of the Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation. A Holiday Assist ... Continue reading
**News Advisory** For Immediate Release: Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2007 *U.S. and China to Hold Meeting of the Strategic Economic Dialogue in China Next Month * Contact: Treasury - Brookly McLaughlin, (202) 622-2920 EPA - Jennifer Wood, (202) 564-4355 / wood.jennifer@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Nov. 27, 2007) Treasury Secretar ... Continue reading
News for Release: Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *Major Supermarkets Chillin' for the Environment "EPA Launches the GreenChill Advanced Refrigeration Partnership "*" "Contact: Dave Ryan, (202) 564-4355 / ryan.dave@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Nov. 27, 2007) Major supermarkets today joi ... Continue reading
OneBeacon Plans Expanded Coverage and Auto Rate Decreases up to 28 Percent in Massachusetts
CANTON, Mass., Nov. 27 -- OneBeacon Insurance Group has announced expanded auto insurance coverages along with price reductions of up to 28 percent for its Massachusetts customers under managed competition. Nearly 70 percent of OneBeacon's Massachusetts customers will see price reductions for auto coverage beginning Ap ... Continue reading
CONTACTS: Mindy Kramer Chad Young Office Depot Edelman 561-438-4276 (office) 312-240-2733 (office) 917-903-0640 (mobile) 847-924-1118 (mobile) mindy.kramer@officedepot.com <mailto:mindy.kramer@officedepot.com> chad.young@edelman.com <mailto:chad.young@edelman.com> MEDIA ALERT WHAT: NASCAR fans can have their pictures t ... Continue reading
LONDON, November 28 -- As the RAC Foundation publishes its Roads and Reality report, the Road Users' Alliance (RUA) calls for greater clarity in Government road strategy to focus on providing urgently needed capacity. RUA also stresses the need for improved public information on road pricing. Roads and Reality calculat ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors to Host Analyst Event, Industry Experts, Vehicle Showcase in New York
Management to Review 2008 Outlook, Detail Opportunities for 30% Sales Growth CHARLOTTE, Mich., Nov. 27 -- Specialty vehicle and chassis maker Spartan Motors, Inc. said it will hold an analyst event in New York City where it will discuss its 2008 outlook and also feature outside industry experts to provide insight into ... Continue reading
SPEEDSTER, FAST JACK, TO INSPIRE YMCA AFTER SCHOOLERS!
M E D I A A L E R T FAST JACK TO INSPIRE AFTER SCHOOL CROWD! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HOLLYWOOD, CA SCBA # 725708-692 PU WHO: Racer Who Care spokesracer, champion National Hot Rod Association speedster, Fast Jack Beckman, to inspire Santa Monica YMCA After Schoolers with personalized Quick Tips on Winning in Life, based o ... Continue reading
Free "Environmentally Friendly" Sponge from SpongeTech! See How!! NEW YORK, Nov. 27 -- Due to the overwhelming response to our "Environmentally Friendly" Sponge Give-Away, SpongeTech (BULLETIN BOARD: SPNG) has decided to continue this promotion. Take advantage of the time remaining during Green Month and receive a FREE ... Continue reading
Sprint and the NFL to Broadcast Live Game Coverage on Mobile Phones
Sprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Investor Relations website. Title: Sprint and the NFL to Broadcast Live Game Coverage on Mobile Phones Date: 11/27/2007 11:39:00 AM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ------------------------------------------------------------ If you ... Continue reading
Sprint Launches Hawaiian Music for Full Song Downloads
Sprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Investor Relations website. Title: Sprint Launches Hawaiian Music for Full Song Downloads Date: 11/27/2007 2:01:00 PM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ------------------------------------------------------------ If you are unable to ... Continue reading
Three Hours of Runoffs Programming on SPEED This Week
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Three Hours of Runoffs Programming on SPEED This Week TOPEKA, Kan. (Nov. 27, 2008) - If you didn't get enough to eat at Thanksgiving, prepared to be stuffed with Runoffs programming, Wednesday, Nov. 28, on SPEED, when Touring 1, Formula Ford and GT-3 all air. T1 gets things started at noon (EST). ... Continue reading
WORKS Partners with Mitsubishi to Campaign Lancer in SPEED World Challenge
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WORKS Partners with Mitsubishi to Campaign Lancer in SPEED World Challenge LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Nov. 27, 2007) -At the recent Los Angeles Auto Show, the curtains were pulled on the new WORKS built Mitsubishi Lancer, set to compete in the 2008 SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge Touring Car Champ ... Continue reading
Thetford Introduces Next Generation Products at RV Show
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 27 -- Thetford Corporation, a leading supplier of sanitation and refrigeration products for the recreational vehicle (RV), marine and heavy-duty truck industries, is introducing a variety of next-generation products for the RV market. Shown for the first time at the Recreational Vehicle Industry ... Continue reading
Sprint Presents Auto Racing Day at the 2008 NAIAS
DETROIT, Nov. 27 -- Auto Racing Day will roar into the 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) on Friday, Jan. 25 during NAIAS Public Days. Presented by Sprint, and in its third year, the event offers race fans of all ages the chance to come to the show on Auto Racing Day and participate in a variety of ons ... Continue reading
Volkswagen's 10-million-unit Plan
Washington DC November 27, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Volkswagen group is planning a major change in the way it will engineer cars in the future. Automotive News reports that the move is part of a plan to cut development costs, double its global sales, and eventually catch Toyota. The biggest change will ... Continue reading
2007 DODGE SPRINTER A College Reunion on the Road By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau [0952] [0913] [0866] The view out our south-facing window is spectacular. The hills of south central Kentucky glow with fall color. The Cumberland River winds around and through these wild and scenic hills just as do some ... Continue reading
SANFORD, Fla. November 27, 2007; FreedomRoads/Camping World and Featherlite Coaches, Inc. today announced a new exclusive sales and marketing relationship that appoints FreedomRoads/Camping World, the nation's largest RV retailer, as the exclusive nationwide retailer of Featherlite Luxury Coaches. The parties expect sa ... Continue reading
2007 Fleetwood RV Year in Review Fact Sheet
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 27 -- This year Fleetwood's RV Group incorporated dealer and customer feedback into its product planning and development processes, resulting in some of its best-looking and most innovative motor home, travel trailer and folding trailer products to date. In 2007, each of the divisions made strid ... Continue reading
One Millionth Alabama-Built Mercedes-Benz Vehicle Rolls Off the Production Line
-- Production Anniversary marks success story of Mercedes-Benz production in the U.S. -- Milestone vehicle, a M-Class 350 4MATIC, to be donated to an Alabama- based charity TUSCALOOSA, Ala., Nov. 27 -- Mercedes-Benz U.S. International (MBUSI) has manufactured its one millionth vehicle - 10 years and nine months after t ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Powers Fiat 500, Named European Car of the Year 2008
BorgWarner Supplies Components for All 7 Finalists in Annual Competition AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 27 -- Leading global powertrain supplier BorgWarner powers the European Car of the Year 2008 -- the Fiat 500 -- as well as all seven finalists in the closely fought competition, including the second place Mazda 2 and thir ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Folding Trailers Introduces Two New Models at RVIA Industry Show in Louisville, Kentucky
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 27 -- Fleetwood Folding Trailers, a division of Fleetwood Enterprises, today announced the introduction of two new folding trailer models during a product launch event at RVIA's 45th Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky. on November 27, 2007. The 2008 Evolution E4 folding trailer comb ... Continue reading
Launch Marks First American Coach Introduction Since 1999 RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 27 -- Fleetwood Enterprises' RV Group, a leading producer of recreational vehicles, today announced the launch of its 2009 American Allegiance diesel luxury motor coach. The first American Coach introduction since 1999, the 2009 American ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Rolls Out New Travel Trailer Models at RVIA Industry Show in Louisville, Kentucky
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 27 -- Fleetwood Enterprises' RV Group, a leading producer of recreational vehicles, today announced that several new travel trailer models were introduced during a product launch event at RVIA's 45th Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky. on November 27, 2007. These new model introduct ... Continue reading
Prime Motor Group Purchases Clair Dealerships
BOSTON November 26, 2007; Prime Motor Group of Saco, Maine, announced today that it has purchased nine dealerships previously owned by the Clair Auto Group in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. Dealerships in Massachusetts include Toyota, Scion and Honda on the West Roxbury/Dedham Line, Acura in Walpole and Merced ... Continue reading
LOUISVILLE, Ky. November 27, 2007; Winnebago Industries, Inc., celebrating 50 years on the road, displayed its lineup of innovative 2008 Winnebago and Itasca motor homes at the 45th Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky. Taking center stage were new models offered on the popular 2008 Winnebago Access and rece ... Continue reading
LOUISVILLE, Ky. November 27, 2007; Winnebago Industries, Inc., celebrating 50 years on the road, displayed its lineup of innovative 2008 Winnebago and Itasca motor homes at the 45th Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky. Taking center stage were new models offered on the popular 2008 Winnebago Access and rece ... Continue reading
Winnebago Industries Presents the New Class B ERA
LOUISVILLE, Ky. November 27,2007; Winnebago Industries, Inc. ushered in a new age in motor homes today with the introduction of the new 2009 ERA at the 45th Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Ky. The ERA offers interior and exterior refinements in a boldly-styled package that delivers comfort, functionality a ... Continue reading
Jacobs Receives Contract From Wind Shear Inc. to Provide Operations and Maintenance
PASADENA, Calif., Nov. 27 -- Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. announced today that it received a five-year contract from Wind Shear, Inc., a subsidiary of Haas Automation Inc., to perform test operations and maintenance of North America's first motorsports wind tunnel with a rolling road commercially available to test a v ... Continue reading
OEConnection's Customer Care Team Earns BenchmarkPortal Certification
Local Technology Company Delivers World-Class Customer Service RICHFIELD, Ohio, Nov. 27 -- OEConnection announced today that its Customer Care center has been awarded the prestigious BenchmarkPortal certification, given in conjunction with the Center for Customer.Driven Quality at Purdue University. BenchmarkPortal is ... Continue reading
YellowPages Corporation, provider of online directories and local telephone books, now launches directory for the Motorcycle industry with TheMotorcycleYellowPages.com covering stores, manufacturers and more LOS ANGELES, Nov. 27 -- YellowPages Corporation, operator of popular online YellowPages sites and telephone book ... Continue reading
Spartan Chassis Announces Record Setting RVIA
40 Models of RVs Feature Spartan Chassis at Industry's Largest Trade Show LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 27 -- Spartan Chassis, Inc., (Booth # 1004 - South Wing) a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. , today reported that a record number of motorhome models will feature the company's custom chassis. The Charlotte, Mich.-based ma ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi to introduce 6 new models to Chinese market in 2008
Mitsubishi to introduce 6 new models to Chinese market in 2008 http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/4015/Mitsubishi-to-introduce-6-new-models -to-Chinese-market-in-2008.html Shanghai. November 27 (Gasgoo.com) - Mitsubishi plans to introduce six new vehicle models to Chinese market next year in order to achieve the 20,000 sale ... Continue reading
Bowers & Wilkins Spiral Diffuser removes unwanted sound resonance in vehicle interiors
Press release Bowers & Wilkins Spiral Diffuser removes unwanted sound resonance in vehicle interiors Technology derived from some of the world's finest home audio speakers solves sound issue within existing package space Sound reproduction specialist Bowers & Wilkins has developed a new Spiral Diffuser tube that will h ... Continue reading
Marketing Veteran Mike Jackson Named CEO of SPEEDSHAPE, Inc.
Former General Motors Marketing Chief Now at the Helm of Cutting-Edge Digital Technology Corporation LOS ANGELES, Nov. 27 -- SPEEDSHAPE, Inc. announced today that Mike Jackson, a well-respected thought leader in the marketing industry, will take on the role of CEO, a game-changing development that will catapult this al ... Continue reading
Amerigon Names Former GM, Ford Executive John M. Devine to Board of Directors
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Nov. 27 -- 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 senior automotive executive John M. Devine has been named to its Board of Directors, effective January 1, 200 ... Continue reading
SIRIUS Announces that Ford and Mercury Brands Targeting Approximately 70% Factory Penetration
Ford Motor Company and SIRIUS Extend Relationship NEW YORK, Nov. 27 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced that Ford and Mercury brands are targeting approximately 70% factory penetration of SIRIUS radios beginning with the 2009 Model Year vehicles, which will be available next year at dealers. (Logo: http://www.new ... Continue reading
SORL Auto Parts, Inc. Awarded Major Contract in the Indian OEM Market
-- Three New Overseas OEM and Aftermarket Contracts Expected to Total Approximately $7 Million in Sales for 2007-2008 -- RUIAN CITY, China, Nov. 27 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- SORL Auto Parts, Inc. ("SORL" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of commercial automotive air brake valves and relat ... Continue reading
Updating Navigation Systems Now More Efficient and Timely using SVOX comprehensive embedded speech capabilities Key Words: DSP, DaVinci TechnologyT, Texas Instruments, navigation, speech output, speech technology, SVOX, text-to-speech, TTS, automotive infotainment ZURICH/FREISING, Nov. 26 -- Enhancing automotive infota ... Continue reading
China's FAW inaugurates plant in Mexico
China's FAW inaugurates plant in Mexico http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/4006/China-s-FAW-inaugurates-plant-in-Mex ico.html Shanghai. November 26 (Gasgoo.com) - Salinas Group, Mexican financial services, communications and retailing giant, and China's First Automobile Works Group(FAW) has held a ground breaking ceremony f ... Continue reading
Dongfeng Nissan introduces Qashqai to Chinese market
Dongfeng Nissan introduces Qashqai to Chinese market http://www.gasgoo.com/autobiz/4002/Dongfeng-Nissan-introduces-Qashqai-t o-Chinese-market.html Shanghai. November 26 (Gasgoo.com) - Dongfeng Nissan will introduce its crossover vehicles Qashqai to Chinese market in the first half next year, the company¡¯s deputy gen ... Continue reading
Thrifty Car Sales Opens Eight Dealerships in Six States
TULSA, Okla., Nov. 26 -- Thrifty Car Sales, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. , is turning up the heat on expansions, recently adding eight locations to its national network of franchised used car dealerships. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020412/DTGLOGO) New dealerships are opening i ... Continue reading
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