Ford Launches Its All-New 2005 Mustang, Which Is Scheduled to Reach N.A. Showrooms In October
DETROIT September 27, 2004; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that Ford launched its all-new 2005 Mustang on Monday, the fifth generation of the iconic sports car the company sorely needs to help lift sluggish U.S. sales. The new car, built at the AutoAlliance International plant in Flat Rock that Ford co-owns ... Continue reading
ROANOKE, Va., Sept. 27 -- Countless vehicles are damaged or lost as a result of the recent hurricanes that inflicted more than $40 billion in property damage. As hurricanes and floods continue to threaten the U.S., drivers can take several steps to protect their vehicles, according to Bryan Gregory, Advance Auto Parts' ... Continue reading
Auto Centrix, Inc. Corporate Update
TAMPA, Fla.--Sept. 27, 2004--(PK.ATCX) Since the closing of the exchange agreement with Teleon and Auto Centrix, Inc. the company has been executing its new business plan reports CEO David Highmore. "I would like to bring the current shareholders up to date with our successes. We have successfully gone public with our ... Continue reading
NORMAN, Okla.--Sept. 27, 2004--Boundless Motor Sports Racing, Inc. (Boundless) (OTCBB:BMSR) recently launched marketing efforts for Dirtvision's live "October Cyberfest" subscriber package during its premiere episode of "Dirt Doggs," the live online talk show targeted to hardcore dirt racing fans. The Dirtvision "Octob ... Continue reading
Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited Announcement
Appointment of Independent Non-Executive Director and Change In Membership of Audit Committee HONG KONG, Sept. 27 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The board of directors (the "Board") of Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited (the "Company") announces the appointment of Mr. Jiang Bo as an independent non- executi ... Continue reading
'Car Deer Crashes, Myths & Facts' News Conference September 29 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, a new educational brochure and guest speakers WHO: * AAA Community Safety Services Manager Richard J. Miller * Calhoun County Sheriff Al Byam * Chief Alan Marble, Michigan DNR Law ... Continue reading
CSK Auto Corp. Investor Presentation to Be Available on Web Site
PHOENIX--Sept. 27, 2004--CSK Auto Corp. , the parent company of CSK Auto Inc., a specialty retailer in the automotive aftermarket, will be posting on its Web site the slides included in its current investor presentation package used by the company's senior management. The presentation has been updated to reflect the co ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Earns Record Sixth IndustryWeek 10 Best Plants Award
Franklin, Ky., Piston Ring Facility Receives 2004 Honor TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 27 -- Dana Corporation announced today that its Franklin, Ky., piston ring facility has been named among IndustryWeek magazine's 10 Best North American manufacturing facilities for 2004. Dana has earned this honor a record-setting six times in ... Continue reading
TULSA, OKLA., Sept. 27 -- Dollar Rent A Car licensees Molly, Trent, Karen and Virgil Flodman of Auto Rental Services, LLC, have opened their third location in Nebraska. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020418/DRCLOGO ) Located in the Anderson Ford dealership at 2500 Wildcat Dr., in Lincoln, Neb., the locati ... Continue reading
BOULDER, Colo.--Sept. 27, 2004--Exabyte Corporation (OTCBB:EXBT), the leading innovator in tape backup, restore and archival systems, today announced that the number of resellers enrolled in its ExaPartner Reseller Program has exceeded 1,000, more than doubling the number of resellers enrolled in the last 12 months, as ... Continue reading
Goodyear's Savings Bond Program Benefits Veterans Foundation
AKRON, Ohio, Sept. 27 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is again extending assistance to American veterans through a U.S. Savings Bond promotional program, as part of its "Goodyear American Dream Tire Sale," which runs through October 9. With the purchase of selected Goodyear tires, consumers will receive a $50 U.S ... Continue reading
Hit the Accelerator with the New Hot Rod: Garage to Glory PC Game from ValuSoft
MINNEAPOLIS--Sept. 27, 2004-- Second Hot Rod Magazine PC Game Puts Gamers Behind the Wheel of Real-Life Screamin' Drag Machines ValuSoft(R) a division of THQ(R) Inc. , today announced the release of Hot Rod: Garage to Glory(TM). This smokin' drag racing game, which is the sequel to top-selling Hot Rod: American Street ... Continue reading
Honeywell Elects Bradley T. Sheares, President of Merck's U.S. Division, to Its Board of Directors
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J.--Sept. 27, 2004--Honeywell announced today that Bradley T. Sheares, Ph.D., President, U.S. Human Health of Merck & Co., Inc. , has been elected to its Board of Directors. Dr. Sheares, 47, president of U.S. Human Health since 2001, has U.S. sales and marketing responsibility for the company's medic ... Continue reading
Hooters ProCup Series Jennerstown Post-Race Story
Jennerstown, PA-When the best of the best get together, Shane Huffman has been better than the rest of late. Huffman passed Bobby Gill on Lap 118 and led to the finish of the Charlie Campbell Memorial BFGoodrich Tires 250 presented by Hess Racing Products at Jennerstown Speedway on Saturday night. With the win, Huffman ... Continue reading
Hooters ProCup Series Results from Jennerstown Speedway
HOOTERS ProCup Series Charlie Campbell Memorial BFGoodrich Tires 250 Results Presented by Hess Racing Products Location- Jennerstown Speedway Date- 9-25-04 Finish Start Car Driver Sponsor Make/Model Laps Winnings Remarks Position Position # Finished 1 5 84s Shane Huffman Hickory NC John Morrell Dinner Bell Ford Taurus ... Continue reading
Marlin Takes the Checkered in 15th at Dover International Speedway
Contact: Jennifer Powell, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, office: (704) 235-1147, jpowell@ganassi.com For Immediate Release Marlin Takes the Checkered in 15th at Dover International Speedway DOVER, Del., (September 26, 2004) --- Sterling Marlin piloted his Coors Light Dodge to a 15h-place finish in the MBNA Ame ... Continue reading
Michelin(R) PAX System(TM) Innovations Extend to Customer Service
GREENVILLE, S.C., Sept. 27 -- Consumers experiencing a flat tire with a 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring edition equipped with Michelin(R) PAX System(TM) will be less likely to interrupt or delay their trip. Michelin North America has created a multi-tiered service program designed to maintain the highest levels of consumer ... Continue reading
Organized Cars Help Drivers Keep Their Eyes on the Road
Of U.S. women who own or lease a car: * 89 percent say being well organized in their car helps them keep their eyes on the road. * 76 percent crave organization in their lives, especially 'on the go.' * 60 percent of women ages 18-34 say it is a constant battle to keep their cars organized. NEW YORK, Sept. 27 -- Nearly ... Continue reading
SAE Launches Inaugural Series of Training Seminars at the DTI-SAE Global Knowledge Center, Beijing
BEIJING, Sept. 27 -- Forty-four Chinese engineers, technicians and engineering managers participated in the first SAE Professional Development Seminars offered in China. Four seminars, taught by two experienced SAE Instructors, were offered during the week of August 30 through September 3, 2004 using classroom and labo ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich., Sept. 27 -- Sea Ray is launching an industry- first feature for systems control and monitoring in the fiberglass boat market, a milestone reached with Delphi Corporation technology literally at the helm. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020315/DEF002LOGO ) The global leader in the manufacture o ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich.--Sept. 27, 2004--Siemens VDO Automotive has selected Freescale Semiconductor, the leading supplier of semiconductors to the automotive market, as a global supplier partner. This renewed relationship between the two companies represents more than EUR 200 million (approximately $245 million) in busine ... Continue reading
SmarTire Signs Settlement Agreement with Debenture Holders
All recently filed legal actions against the Company are withdrawn RICHMOND, BC, Sept. 27 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (OTCBB: SMTR) reported today that it has signed a settlement agreement involving all current debenture holders. As part of the settlement, recently filed legal actions against the company have been withdra ... Continue reading
SSA Global Appoints Global Vice President of Channels and Business Development
CHICAGO & PHILADELPHIA--Sept. 27, 2004--Today at its annual Global Client Forum, SSA Global(TM), a leading provider of extended enterprise solutions and services, has appointed Martin Ambrose global vice president of channels and business development, as the company continues to focus on growing worldwide business thro ... Continue reading
SSA Global Continues to Increase Customer Satisfaction via Enhanced SSA OnePoint Support Offerings
CHICAGO & PHILADELPHIA--Sept. 27, 2004--SSA Global(TM), a leading provider of extended enterprise solutions and services, delivers on its commitment to raise customer satisfaction and loyalty by maintaining its no sunset policy, continuing to adhere to stringent quality standards for support, and providing flexible sup ... Continue reading
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Engages New Independent Accountants
NEW YORK--Sept. 27, 2004--Standard Motor Products, Inc. , an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, announced today that the Audit Committee of its Board of Directors has engaged Grant Thornton LLP as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm, effective immediately, for its fiscal ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--Sept. 27, 2004--India's leading automotive manufacturer, Tata Motors today became the first Company in the Indian engineering sector to list its securities on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The Company today listed its Depositary Shares Programme on the NYSE through the conversion of its existing Interna ... Continue reading
Ultradata Systems Enters Hispanic Market With Spanish-Language Talking Road Navigator
ST. LOUIS--Sept. 27, 2004--Ultradata Systems, Inc. (OTCBB:ULTR), a leader in the field of hand-held electronic information systems, today announced it is introducing a Spanish-language version of its popular Talking Road Navigator. Monte Ross, CEO, commented, "The Hispanic market in the U.S. is growing rapidly, and a r ... Continue reading
Webcast Alert: Johnson Controls to Webcast its FY2005 Outlook Presentation
MILWAUKEE, Sept. 27 -- Johnson Controls, Inc. will webcast its fiscal 2005 outlook presentation to analysts on Friday, October 8 at 12:00 p.m. Central time. What: Johnson Controls FY2005 Outlook Presentation When: Friday, October 8, 2004 @ 12:00 p.m. CDT Where: http://www.videonewswire.com/event.asp?id=24841 How: Live ... Continue reading
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Sept. 27 -- LOHAS Journal listed advanced automotive technology company ZAP (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAPZ) at the top of its weekly index of stock market gainers in the LOHAS marketplace during the week of September 20. LOHAS (http://www.lohasjournal.com/) is an acronym that stands for Lifestyles of Health a ... Continue reading
ARCA RE/MAX Talladega Factsheet
TALLADEGA FACTSHEET RACE: Food World 300, 10-2-04 TRACK: Talladega Superspeedway, 2.66 mile paved oval LOCATION: Talladega, Alabama DISTANCE: 300 miles (113 laps) SANCTION: ARCA SERIES: Event #22 of the 2004 ARCA RE/MAX Series PROMOTER: International Speedway Corporation (ISC) PR CONTACTS: Kristi King (256) 761-4705, L ... Continue reading
America's Service Station Offers Partnerships
ATLANTA, Sept. 27 -- America's Service Station in Atlanta, Georgia continues to be the trendsetter in the auto repair industry. This already unique company has now implemented a program that allows employees to become business owners with little, and sometimes zero financial investment. A qualified individual can buy a ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Names Felicelli Executive Vice President of Worldwide Aftermarket Operations
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Sept. 27, 2004--Chairman of the Board and Interim Chief Executive Officer Steve Miller announced the appointment of Joseph Felicelli to the position of Executive Vice President, Worldwide Aftermarket Operations. Since 2001, Felicelli served as senior vice president, Worldwide Aftermarket Operations, ... Continue reading
National RV Holdings, Inc Sells Travel Trailer Business to Weekend Warrior
PERRIS, Calif., Sept. 27 -- National RV Holdings, Inc. announced today that it has negotiated the sale of its National RV travel trailer business assets to Weekend Warrior, a privately owned, California-based ramp trailer manufacturer. Warrior has created a new company called Rage'n, Inc., through which it plans to man ... Continue reading
ST. LOUIS--Sept. 27, 2004--SAVVIS Communications , a leading global IT utility, today announced it was awarded a competitive contract to provide Intelligent Hosting(SM) services to OEConnection LLC, a major provider of online supply chain and parts procurement solutions to the automotive industry. A joint venture betwe ... Continue reading
FREDERICK, Md.--Sept. 27, 2004--The following statement was issued today by Allen Schaeffer, executive director of the Diesel Technology Forum, in response to Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's signing into law of AB 923 (Firebaugh), which will raise up to $80 million annually to replace old diesel school buses and agric ... Continue reading
World's Largest BMW Dealership Opens in South Florida - Vuh Den?
COCONUT CREEK, Fla.--Sept. 27, 2004--In a move destined to cause change throughout the industry, Vista BMW has built an innovative "dealership of the future" in Coconut Creek, Florida, easily accessible to Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Palm Beach markets. Situated on 17 acres, the complex confers upon Vista BMW the title ... Continue reading
J.J. Yeley Set to Drive the First-Ever Old Spice Nextel Cup Stock Car CINCINNATI, Sept. 27 -- Old Spice, the leading male antiperspirant/deodorant brand in the category and the No. 1 choice for men, announces its latest endeavor in the adrenaline-charged world of NASCAR -- the brand's first-ever Old Spice Nextel Cup st ... Continue reading
Michelin's Innovative PAX System(TM) Goes Mainstream
New 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring Edition is first U.S. minivan offering drivers security and convenience of Michelin's PAX System. GREENVILLE, S.C., Sept. 27 -- Michelin's innovative PAX System(TM) makes its mainstream debut in the United States this fall, equipped on Honda's new, top-of-the-line 2005 Odyssey Touring edi ... Continue reading
2004 Paris Auto Show: Sivax Xtile Roadster
Sivax, a Japanese design house introduced its Streetster II Xtile at the Paris Motor Show. At the last Paris Motor Show in 2002, we have exhibited the original concept car "Streetster Kira". By the digital process for the development, Kira integrates an image of Megalopolis Tokyo. We are very pleased that the design of ... Continue reading
2004 Paris Auto Show: Volkswagen Unveils New Touareg W12
Two years ago exactly, Volkswagen introduced the Touareg to the world for the first time in Paris. And now, the world's most exclusive sports utility vehicle in this form is making its début at the same place: the Touareg W12 Sport, initially available as a limited edition only. The 331 KW / 450 hp special-class SUV, ... Continue reading
2004 Paris Auto Show: Venturi Fétish - Sports Car Of Tomorrow
FROM CONCEPT-CAR TO PRODUCTION Symbol of renewal, the Fétish concept-car, unveiled in 2002 at the Geneva International Motor Show, embodies the new turn Venturi has taken in terms of design. Presented at the Paris Motor Show the same year, the Fétish concept-car was awarded a “Talent du Luxe” as well as t ... Continue reading
The 2nd day of the Paris Motor Show was a bit more quiet and it also provided opportunities to check the additional events, like the one in Hall 8 which featured cars and comics. As the French love comic strips and during the past few decades many car-related scenes have been published the organizers chose with delicat ... Continue reading
Ritchie Bros.' California Site Hosts Record-Breaking Auction
PERRIS, Calif.--Sept. 27, 2004--Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (TSX:RBA) announces the results of its largest-ever auction in Perris, CA, generating gross auction sales over US$25 million. The two-day unreserved auction, conducted September 22 and 23, attracted over 2,100 people from 19 countries and 40 U.S. states who regi ... Continue reading
BAE Systems and Celoxica Unveil Real-Time Adaptive Systems Technology for the Automotive Market
ABINGDON, England--Sept. 27, 2004-- Sensor Technology Integrated With Adaptive Real-Time Parallel Processing Delivers Optimal Performance and Dramatic Cost Reduction For Next-Generation Automotive Systems BAE Systems, Celoxica Ltd and Medius Inc. today announced a novel software approach to sensor integration that allo ... Continue reading
Ferrari Chooses Goodyear Run-Flat Tires for New F430
PARIS, Sept. 27 -- One of the highlights of this year's Paris Motor Show is the unveiling of the new Ferrari F430, the 360 Modena successor, that will be available with the exclusive run-flat tire option of Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD3 EMT. The Ferrari F430 with its innovative Goodyear tires is on display at the Pininfarina ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Sept. 27 -- The turnstiles are open at the Paris convention center, but TheCarConnection.com readers don't have to fight the crowds to catch all the action at the Paris Motor Show. TCC has the web's most complete coverage, including all the major debuts, from the Ferrari F430 to the stunning Peugeot 907 and BM ... Continue reading
Hooters ProCup Series Results from Jennerstown Speedway
Official Race Results USAR-Hooters ProCup Series Charlie Campbell Memorial BFGoodrich Tires 250 Presented by Hess Racing Products Results Date - September 25, 2004 Jennerstown Speedway - Jennerstown, PA Fin./St./Name/Car Make/Laps Completed/Money Won 1.. (1) Shane Huffman, Ford, 250, $13,500 2.. (7) Jeff Agnew, Chevrol ... Continue reading
Hyundai Announces 2005 Tucson Pricing and Comprehensive List of Standard Equipment
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 27 -- Hyundai Motor America has announced pricing for the all-new 2005 Hyundai Tucson SUV. Equipped with standard ABS, Electronic Stability Program, electronic traction control, side curtain airbags and seat-mounted side impact airbags, the Hyundai Tucson is the only vehicle sold in the U ... Continue reading
Hooters ProCup Series Pts. As of Monday September 27, 2004
POS. CAR # DIV. DRIVER HOMETOWN POINTS 1 44 S Clay Rogers Mooresville, NC 330 2 84 S Shane Huffman Hickory, NC 320 3 73 N Jeff Agnew Copper Hill, VA 290 4 5 S Bobby Gill Concord, NC 285 5 66 N Benny Gordon DuBois, PA 275 5 8 N Johnny Rumley Summerfield, NC 275 7 11 N Gary St. Amant R Delaware, OH 270 8 2 S Danny O'Quin ... Continue reading
Dodge Announces Pricing for All-New 2005 Ram Power Wagon
-- Most capable pickup truck ever created available for $36,660 -- Extreme off-road capability backed by full factory warranty at fraction of aftermarket cost -- Geared for severe off-road work conditions AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 27 -- A comprehensive list of extreme off-road features that, until now, have never been ... Continue reading
Jeep(R) Announces Pricing for All-New 2005 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
* Jeep expands Wrangler lineup * A Jeep Wrangler Rubicon with twice as much cargo space; room for family, friends and gear * Rubicon capability and Unlimited versatility for $28,825 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 27 -- Jeep(R) Wrangler, the heart and soul of the Jeep brand, dominates the small sport utility segment. Jeep, ... Continue reading
Ballard to Demonstrate Fuel Cell Technology in Three Distinct Backup Power Generation Applications
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Sept. 27, 2004-- Government of Canada to Provide Funding for Fuel Cell Demonstration Projects Ballard Power Systems (TSX:BLD) announced it will demonstrate three distinct applications utilizing Ballard(R) fuel cells for backup power in cooperation with the Government of Canada under the h2 ... Continue reading
PRIMEDIA's Hot Rod Extends Brand with Second PC Game
NEW YORK--Sept. 27, 2004-- ValuSoft's HOT ROD: GARAGE TO GLORY(TM) Sequel Game Builds on Success of Top Selling Hot-Rod: American Street Drag(TM) PC Game PRIMEDIA Enterprises, the worldwide brand licensing division for PRIMEDIA Inc. , the leading targeted media company and ValuSoft(R), a division of leading videogame p ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that the following voluntary recall alerts were posted in cooperation with the manufacturers of the products listed below. Recalls can be viewed at http://www.cpsc.gov/. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030904/USCSCLO ... Continue reading
Deputy Prime Minister Jaguar Photocall
LONDON, September 27 -- Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott will be giving his support to the Jaguar Browns Lane workers today, by being photographed together with them and his Jaguar car. Britain's most famous Jaguar driver will appear with Tony Woodley, General Secretary of T&G and Derek Simpson, General Secretary of ... Continue reading
A Ford Fiesta Hybrid Concept-Car Using the Valeo StARS Technology
PARIS, France, September 27 -- Valeo's belt-driven starter-alternator reversible system (StARS, so called "belt-driven integrated starter-generator" at Ford) will be featured on a research project micro hybrid Ford Fiesta capable of improving fuel economy and exhaust emissions up to 10%. Making driving economical and e ... Continue reading
Buying a Car Remains a Hassle for Women
Recent Poll Shows Little-to-No Improvement From Prior Year Biggest Gripes: Time Consuming Process and Lack of Trustworthy Salesperson RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 27 -- Buying a car remains a hassle for women, according to a recent poll conducted by CarMax, Inc. on the company's Web site. The retailer, which conducted a simila ... Continue reading
Car Crashes Number One Cause Of Death of Americans 4-33 years Old. Be Careful Out There!
Washington DC September 25., 2004;The NHTSA has reported 42,196 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2001 and that motor vehicle crashes were the 8th-leading cause of deaths among all ages that year. But broken down by age, crashes were the No. 1 cause of deaths for age 2 and then every age from 4 through 33. ... Continue reading
Dumping Probe on Japanese Robots Resumes
Seoul September 27, 2004; The nation's anti-trust regulator said Thursday it had decided to reopen an investigation into alleged dumping by Japanese robot makers more than eight months after Hyundai Heavy Industries asked for a halt to the investigation, citing a need for further information. On Aug. 19, Hyundai Heavy ... Continue reading
Stremme, TRIMSPA X32 Dodge Come Home 16th in Dover
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Spencer Andrews Braun Racing (704) 799-1118 spencer@braunracing.com Stremme, TRIMSPA X32 Dodge Come Home 16th in Dover Dover, DE (September 26, 2004) â“ Team TRIMSPA driver David Stremme qualified 11th and posted a solid 16th-place finish in the NASCAR Busch Series Race at Dover ... Continue reading
NHRA Sunday: Warren Johnson Has A Roller Coaster Ride in Dallas
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Final Results Warren Johnson Has A Roller Coaster Ride in Dallas Event: 19th Annual O'Reilly NHRA Fall Nationals Location: Texas Motorplex Dallas, TX Day/Date: Sunday September 26, 2004 For only the third time in his 441-race career, ... Continue reading
Chevy Race Notes - MBNA America 400
Chevy Race Notes and Quotes NASCAR NEXTEL Cup MBNA America 400 Dover International Speedway Sept. 26, 2004 Jeff Gordon, No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet (Finished 3rd) "We made big gains for sure. I'm real proud of these guys for that effort. We had great pit stops. ... Continue reading
Lucas Oil Series Final Results -- Sunday from National Trail Raceway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NHRA NORTH CENTRAL DIVISION NATIONAL TRAIL RACEWAY Sunday, Sept. 26, 2004 Contact: George Phillips, NHRA (626)327-0480 PERRY, FRITTS GET FIRST '04 WINS IN LUCAS SERIES ACTION AT NATIONAL TRAIL RACEWAY COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ken Perry, of Ontario, and Kim Fritts of Ill ... Continue reading
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