TEAM REPORTS (MALAYSIA) - TEAM CANADA'S Robert Wickens Q&A
Round 3 of the 2007-08 A1GP World Cup of Motorsport, hosted in Malaysia last weekend, saw Toronto's Robert Wickens take the reigns of A1 Team Canada's entry for the first time. Living up to his billing as one of the country's most promising open-wheel racing talents, the 18-year-old delivered Canada's first points of t ... Continue reading
NHRA (GLENDORA) - COMPTON AND DARCY TO SPEAK AT MOTORSPORTS MARKETING FORUM
NHRA President Tom Compton and NHRA Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing Gary Darcy are among featured speakers at the eighth annual Motorsports Marketing Forum at the InterContinental Barclay New York, Nov. 27-28. Compton will be a featured speaker in âThe Next Wave in the Business of Motorsports: New Inv ... Continue reading
Ethanol Dominates Fuel Bill - Huh?
Washington DC November 27, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that ethanol mileage credits have become a key sticking point as negotiators from the House and Senate work to craft a 35 mpg energy bill acceptable to both houses of Congress, the White House, and U.S. automakers. The Detroit News reports House Speaker Nan ... Continue reading
Smart's ForTwo Aiming for Big U.S. Sales
Washington DC November 27, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that the 8-foot, 8-inch Smart ForTwo micro car comes to U.S. shores in January, and even with gasoline prices well above the $3-a-gallon mark it remains to be seen whether Americans will flock to buy the tiny, two-seater car. Click here for a picture. MSNBC ... Continue reading
Ethanol Craze Cools as Doubts Multiply
Washington DC November 27, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that a little over a year ago, ethanol backers were promising greater U.S. energy independence and fewer greenhouse gases. Today, critics of ethanol blame it for pushing up food prices, question its environmental bona fides, and dispute how much it really h ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (LONDON) - GIRL POWER COMES TO THE LONDON
This year's London Motorsport Show, held on Saturday and Sunday 8/9 December at ExCeL, will celebrate "girl power", as it features an area dedicated to encouraging women into a career in motorsport. A number of already successful ladies who compete in various racing disciplines will be on hand to offer advice and share ... Continue reading
CORR (NEWPORT BEACH, CA.) - CHAMPIONSHIP OFF ROAD RACING ANNOUNCES TROPHYKART CONTEST WINNER
CORR Announcer Scott Rehn presented a brand new TrophyKart to raffle winner Alex Strain last week. Over 4,000 people entered into the CORR raffle during the 2007 season to win this coveted prize valued just over $ 7,000. The raffle began at the end of January and concluded at Texas Motor Speedway in October of this yea ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (ESCONDIDO, CA.) - LEWIS ON LE MANS: WE'RE GOING
Autocon Motorsports plans to accept its invitation to compete at the 2008 24 Hours of Le Mans. Six teams from the American Le Mans Series already have received invitations to the next running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. None may be as ecstatic at the prospect of running in the world's most prestigious auto race as Mike ... Continue reading
A1GP (NEW ZEALAND) - Star Backs Taupo Track Changes
A1 Team New Zealand driver Jonny Reid, who has his country perched in third place in the 2007/08 A1GP World Cup of Motorsport championship after a thrilling third round at Sepang, Malaysia last weekend, believes next Januaryâs A1GP Taupo will be a more exciting affair following rule modifications and a significant ... Continue reading
INDYCAR (INDIANAPOLIS) - SERIES NOTES_
1. Castroneves claims âDancing With The Starsâ crown<BR> 2. Howard joins Roth Racing for 2008 season<BR> <P> 1. Castroneves claims âDancing With The Starsâ crown: Helio Castroneves' Baby Borgs will have some company in the trophy case of his Coral Gables, Fla., home with the addition of the "Dancing ... Continue reading
GRAND AM (DAYTONA) - Gurney and Fogarty, Papis and Angelelli Nominated for SPEED Performance Awards
Fans of the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Cask No. 16 can help on-track rivals Max Angelelli and Max Papis battle one last time in 2007, and push Alex Gurney and Jon Fogarty to another championship by voting for the annual SPEED Performance Awards. SPEED, which televises all events on the Ro ... Continue reading
Brammo Enertia Electric Motorcycle Debuts at EVS-23
ASHLAND, Ore., Nov. 26 -- Brammo, a leading manufacturer of ultra-efficient, lightweight vehicles, will feature the Brammo Enertia (http://www.enertiabike.com/) motorcycle on display at EVS-23 . EVS-23, December 2-5, 2007 in Anaheim, California will be the largest gathering of electric drive professionals in the world ... Continue reading
Briggs & Stratton Corporation Announces Adoption of Rule 10b5-1 Plans by Executive Officers
MILWAUKEE, Nov. 26 -- Briggs & Stratton Corporation Briggs & Stratton Corporation (the "Company") today announced that the following executive officers of the Company have each entered into individual stock trading plans in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934: Todd J. Teske, Executive Vic ... Continue reading
Charity Distributes More Than $500,000 to Sonoma County Youth Groups
Infineon Raceway Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities Distributes $524,050 to Sonoma County Youth Groups SONOMA, Calif. (Nov. 26, 2007) - The Infineon Raceway Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities will distribute $524,050 to 67 qualified youth organizations in Sonoma County for the 2007 season. This marks the th ... Continue reading
Chrysler Announces New, Faster Broadcast Video Portal
Broadcast and Streaming Video Downloadable Directly From Chrysler Media Website Uses Same Login as Media Website New Portal Starts Dec. 1 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 26 -- Both broadcast quality and streaming video of Chrysler products and events will be available directly from media.chrysler.com starting Saturday, Dec. ... Continue reading
Con-way Freight No. 6 Ford F-150 to debut at New England Auto Show
Roush Fenway Racing, Con-way Freight and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Colin Braun, will unveil the No. 6 Con-way Ford F-150 at the New England International Auto Show. Braun, who in 2006 became the youngest driver in North America to win a major league motor race, will compete in his first full season of NASCAR ... Continue reading
MEDFORD, Mass., Nov. 26 -- Cross Country Automotive Services (Cross Country), a leading provider of integrated vehicle and driver programs, today announced that it has been named a Gold Winner for the "Best Contact Center" and "Best Customer Service in the World" for 2007 by delegates at the Contact Center World Awards ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NOVEMBER 26, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-272 DARLAND TAKES 67TH "TURKEY NIGHT GRAND PRIX;" COONS, RODRIGUEZ CLOSE OUT 2007 CHAMPIONSHIPS "The car was absolutely perfect from start to finish," said Dave Darland of Lincoln, Ind. in victory lane Thursday night after winning the 67th "Turkey Night Gr ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Achieves Milestone of 450 Active Financing Sources in Its Network
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., Nov. 26 -- DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. , a leading provider of on-demand software and data solutions for the U.S. automotive retail industry, today announced that the number of active financing sources connected to the DealerTrack(R) network has reached 450. "We are pleased to arrive at this mileston ... Continue reading
F2000 Championship Series Partners with Hoosier Racing Tire in '08
For Immediate Release: See attachments, photo included Hoosier Racing Tire _______________________________________________________________________ _ F2000 Championship Series to Partner with Hoosier Racing Tire in '08 Sharon, CT, Nov. 26- The F2000 Championship Series is pleased today to announce a three year partnersh ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NOVEMBER 26, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-274 FAAS GRABS 40-LAP IRWINDALE FOCUS FEATURE; SKOGLUND REPEATS AS USAC CALIFORNIA PAVEMENT CHAMPION Nic Faas of Yorba Linda, Calif. led the final 25 laps of Thursday night's 40-lap USAC Ford Focus feature at Irwindale (Calif.) Speedway in his Faas Racing ... Continue reading
Milwaukee Mile Hires John Doyle to manage group sales and corporate hospitality
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MILWAUKEE MILE AMERICA'S LEGENDARY OVAL Media Contact: Jim Tretow, Milwaukee Mile VP - Media & Comm., (414) 453-5761 x2222, jtretow@milwaukeemile.com THE MILWAUKEE MILE HIRES JOHN DOYLE TO MANAGE GROUP SALES AND CORPORATE HOSPITALITY MILWAUKEE, Wis. (November 26, 2007) - The Milwaukee Mile has add ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MILWAUKEE MILE AMERICA'S LEGENDARY OVAL Media Contact: Jim Tretow, Milwaukee Mile VP - Media & Comm., (414) 453-5761 x2222, jtretow@milwaukeemile.com "Dancing With The Stars" Finalist Racing In IndyCar Series at The Milwaukee Mile June 1st Castroneves Reaches Finals in Popular TV Show, Performing ... Continue reading
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. Approved for Listing on NASDAQ Global Market
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 26 -- Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ("MPA") (Pink Sheets: MPAA), a leading provider of remanufactured alternators and starters for the automotive aftermarket, announced today that it has received approval to list its securities on the NASDAQ Global Market. MPA'S common stock is expected to begin tra ... Continue reading
Nevada Man Named National Hero Award Semifinalist for Reducing Teenage Driving Mistakes, Fatalities
National vote underway for the 6th Annual Volvo for life Awards; $100,000 charitable contributions awarded to finalists; winner receives Volvo car for life 40 Semi-Finalists Selected; Vote at http://www.volvoforlifeawards.com IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 26 -- In the United States, motor vehicle collisions are the number one c ... Continue reading
Innovative tyre pressure monitoring system solves installation and environmental challenges for new Nova LFS Artic bus Motorsport proven technology from BERU f1systems improves reliability, safety and reduces tyre wear. Automotive engineering specialist BERU f1systems has developed a specific bus Tyre Pressure Monitori ... Continue reading
Ryan Smith Named ARDC Rookie of the Year
Ryan Smith Named ARDC Rookie of the Year KUNKLETOWN, PA. – Ryan Smith earned a pair of awards Saturday night at the ARDC banquet. Fighting through a long season of American Racing Drivers Club midget races, the first-year competitor ended the year fifth overall in points and easily Rookie of the Year honoree. “It w ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NOVEMBER 26, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN 07-273 SANTOS GIVES TOYOTA A VICTORY IN ITS USAC SPRINT DEBUT; "ROOKIE" KAPLAN WRAPS UP WESTERN SPRINT TITLE Bobby Santos III of Franklin, Mass. gave Toyota a victory in its USAC Sprint car debut, winning the 40-lap Lucas Oil Western Sprint car feature at Irw ... Continue reading
Six Disciplines Client Wins 2007 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award
Recipient Has Deployed Six Disciplines Program on Their Performance Excellence Journey FINDLAY, Ohio, Nov. 26 -- PRO-TEC Coating Co., a Six Disciplines client, was named as one of only five organizations in the U.S. to receive the prestigious 2007 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidenti ... Continue reading
Sprint Nextel Acting CEO and CFO Paul Saleh to Speak at UBS Conference in New York
Sprint Nextel Corporation has added a news release to its Investor Relations website. Title: Sprint Nextel Acting CEO and CFO Paul Saleh to Speak at UBS Conference in New York Date: 11/26/2007 5:14:00 PM For a complete listing of our news releases, please click here ----------------------------------------------------- ... Continue reading
BRUSSELS, November 26 -- Due to be launched this week, the chemical companies' answer to new legislative requirements for car air-conditioning is flammable, potentially toxic, with unknown long-term effects on the atmosphere. "The German car industry (VDA) has already chosen a sustainable solution for the next-generati ... Continue reading
Thor Reports Quarterly Results; Improved Margins, Strong Cash Flow
JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, Nov. 26 -- Thor Industries, Inc. , today reported increased sales, net income, and E.P.S. for the first quarter ended October 31, 2007. Net income was $38,209,000, up 25% from last year's $30,597,000. E.P.S. were 69¢ versus 55¢ last year. Sales for the quarter were $763.7 million, up 5% from $72 ... Continue reading
TI Automotive's Marysville Plant Receives Small Business Award
WARREN, Mich., Nov. 26 -- TI Automotive's Marysville, Mich., plant has received a 2007 Thomas Edison Business Award from the Port Huron Hospital Foundation. The TI Automotive facility took top honors in the program's "small business" category, according to Bob Cook, plant manager. Thomas Edison Business Awards are pres ... Continue reading
Wind groups protest in PURPA SPP case
Att. Editors and Reporters, The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), the Wind Coalition, and several companies have filed a joint motion with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in opposition to application by several utilities for PURPA relief in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) (Docket Nos QM07-5-000 an ... Continue reading
Wonder Auto Technology Awarded Contract for Approximately $32 Million By a New Export Customer
2008 Anticipated Total Sales Could Exceed US$140 Million With Over $20 Million in Net Income JINZHOU CITY, China, Nov. 26 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Wonder Auto Technology, Inc. ("Wonder Auto" or the "Company"), a leading manufacturer of automotive electrical and suspension parts in China, today announced its lar ... Continue reading
Yamaha U.S.A. Employees Raise $5000 for Feed the Children Charity
CYPRESS, Calif., Nov. 26 -- Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. recently presented world-renowned charity Feed the Children with a check for $5,000 with support from the STAR Touring and Riding group and Yamaha employees. Yamaha has worked with Feed the Children for more than 10 years, raising several hundred thousand dol ... Continue reading
Honda Sets All-Time Record for Worldwide Production for Any Month
<http://www.japancorp.net> Honda Sets All-Time Record for Worldwide Production for Any Month Tokyo, Japan, Nov 27, 2007 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd., today announced a summary of automobile production, Japan domestic sales, and export results for the month of October, including all-time records for any mont ... Continue reading
"Auto Trophy 2007": Mercedes-Benz R- and S-Class are the best cars of 2007
Stuttgart â For the third year running, readers of the magazine "Auto Zeitung" have voted the Mercedes-Benz R-Class the best van and once again awarded it the coveted "Auto Trophy". First place as best car in the luxury class was also taken by the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Yesterday the awards were received in Berlin ... Continue reading
Thetford Introduces Next Generation Products at 2007 RV Show
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Nov. 28 -- 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
Additional surprises add to the glitz and glamour of the black-tie gala DETROIT, Nov. 28 -- The 2008 North American International Auto Show's (NAIAS) annual black-tie Charity Preview welcomes the legendary pop-rock band Barenaked Ladies to the red carpet. The Canadian born band will entertain Charity Preview goers on F ... Continue reading
Chrysler LLC Joins the California Fuel Cell Partnership
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Nov. 28 -- Chrysler is the newest member of the California Fuel Cell Partnership (CaFCP) -- the 34th member of the public-private partnership. "Of the fuel sources on the table for long-term future use in transportation, hydrogen holds the greatest promise," said Mark Chernoby, Vice President -- Adv ... Continue reading
Ford Enhances Safety and Convenience in New Models Using Nuance Speech Technology
THIS RELEASE HAS BEEN DISTRIBUTED BY WEBITPR writeit:- This release is available at: http://www.webitpr.com/release_detail.asp?ReleaseID=7234 Ford Enhances Safety and Convenience in New Models Using Nuance Speech Technology Integrated with the Innovative Ford Human Machine Interface, Nuance Speech Recognition and Text- ... Continue reading
"Take More Holistic View of Environmental Innovation", Says UK Motorsport Industry
SILVERSTONE, England, November 28 -- The UK motorsport industry calls for a more sophisticated approach to environmentally friendly transport. Motorsport Development UK (MDUK) commissioned research which reveals that the industry - well known as an innovator of technologies for the whole transport sector - is not just ... Continue reading
From the Trash Can to the Fuel Tank: A Solution to Europe's Energy Problems
SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, November 28 -- Supermarket bags and plastic sheeting, cable sleeves or vehicle components - all materials which can be converted into diesel or heating oil. Instead of being discarded as garbage, such petroleum-based synthetic products can find their way into the fuel tank. This not only cont ... Continue reading
H.E.A.T. Auto Theft Prevention Tips Help Shoppers Stay Safe During Holiday Season
LIVONIA, Mich., Nov. 27 -- With the holiday shopping season in full swing, Help Eliminate Auto Thefts (H.E.A.T.) aims to keep safety top-of-mind among preoccupied shoppers who are particularly vulnerable this season. "Thieves look forward to the holidays when people are distracted and made careless by hectic schedules, ... Continue reading
Recaro Seat Manufacturer Introduces New Child Safety Seats
For immediate release Legendary Motorsport Seat Manufacturer Introduces Five New Child Safety Seats; RECARO Seats Combine Safety and Comfort Using Race-Proven Design and Technology AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - Nov. 13, 2007 - Legendary motorsport seat manufacturer RECARO is expanding its line of child safety seats taking its ... Continue reading
Four Stars for Nissan X-TRAIL in Euro NCAP Test
TRAPPES, France, November 27 -- Nissan Motor Co.'s brand new X-TRAIL SUV was awarded four stars out of a maximum five for adult, as well as child, occupant protection by the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP). Following the safety lead set by the Nissan Qashqai - which received the highest score for adul ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Joins Suppliers Partnership for the Environment
WASHINGTON, Nov. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Suppliers Partnership for the Environment (SP) today announced that Ford Motor Company is the newest member of SP. "The Suppliers Partnership for the Environment is very pleased to announce that Ford Motor Company has joined SP," said Randy Leslie, Vice President & Gen ... Continue reading
Wabash National Selects Goodyear Tires for Its Trailer Lines
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 27 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced that it has signed a one-year agreement to be the preferred tire supplier for Wabash National Corporation semi trailers. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) The agreement includes using Goodyear Unisteel G316 LHT trailer ... Continue reading
CHICAGO, Nov. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is being issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5: WHAT: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's SmartWay Transport Partnership program and EPA Region 5's Midwest Clean Diesel Initiative will launch their "Idle Free Quiet Zone Campaign" at a me ... Continue reading
Suzuki Partnership with British Midlands Based Company Produces Mass-Produced Green Transportation CHICAGO, Nov. 27 -- The British Midlands Development Corporation announced that Loughborough Innovation Center based Intelligent Energy and Suzuki have developed the Crosscage, a hydrogen-powered motorcycle that claims to ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars Moves into HD Radio(TM) Revolution - Big Time
BOSTON, Nov. 27 -- Announced today at the Boston International Auto Show, Volvo will be the first automotive manufactures in the U.S. to offer innovative digital HD Radio technology on almost all models. Equipped with the HD Radio system, Volvo owners will enjoy a higher-quality AM/FM radio system that features more ch ... Continue reading
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