VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., April 28 -- More than 1,200 sons, daughters and other young relatives of Visteon Corporation employees experienced a day in the workplace at the company's Detroit-area facilities as part of national Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day(R) on Thursday, April 28. (Logo: http://www.newscom.co ... Continue reading
AK Steel Announces May Surcharges
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio, April 28 -- AK Steel has advised its flat-rolled carbon steel customers that a $218 per ton surcharge will be added to invoices for products shipped in May 2005. AK Steel has also advised its electrical steel customers that a $215 per ton surcharge will be added to invoices for electrical steel produc ... Continue reading
Allstate Enters NASCAR, Lays Foundation at Brickyard
Insurance company signs multi-year NASCAR sponsorship agreement with 'Allstate 400 at the Brickyard' as cornerstone INDIANAPOLIS, April 28 -- Allstate, the largest publicly held personal lines insurance company in America, April 28 announced two multi-year sponsorship agreements with racing icons. Allstate has signed a ... Continue reading
AutoTRAK GPS Can Save Consumers as Much as 35% on Insurance Liability Premiums
DALLAS--April 28, 2005--Twelve states (Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, and Washington) require insurers to reward car owners with discounts on their comprehensive insurance for antitheft devices such as the AutoTRAK GPS. MicroTRA ... Continue reading
Bianchi Public Relations Helps PPG Take Top Honors in APRC 'Excellence in PR' Awards Competition
TROY, Mich., April 28 -- In recognition for exceeding a high standard of performance, Bianchi Public Relations, Inc. and its client, PPG Industries, were honored today with the first place award for Excellence in Consumer Media Relations at the fourth annual Automotive Public Relations Council (APRC) Excellence in Auto ... Continue reading
Catalytica Energy Systems To Announce First Quarter Financial Results on Thursday, May 12th
GILBERT, Ariz.--April 28, 2005--Catalytica Energy Systems, Inc. , announced today that it will report first quarter financial results after the market closes on Thursday, May 12, 2005. In connection with this announcement, members of the public are invited to listen to the Company's live quarterly conference call on th ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--April 28, 2005--Cirrus Logic Inc. today announced a settlement and release of all claims between Cirrus Logic, Fujitsu Ltd., Amkor Technology Inc., and Sumitomo Bakelite Co. Ltd., over the alleged failure of certain semiconductor integrated circuits (ICs) sold by Cirrus Logic to Fujitsu. As part of a bro ... Continue reading
TULSA, Okla., April 28 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2005. Total revenue was a first quarter record at $342.8 million, up 14.8 percent from the prior year's first quarter. Net income was also a first quarter record at $13.0 million, or $.49 per dil ... Continue reading
Drew Industries Reports Record First Quarter Sales
WHITE PLAINS, New York, April 28 -- Drew Industries Incorporated , a leading supplier of components for recreational vehicles ("RV") and manufactured housing ("MH"), today announced that net income for the first quarter ended March 31, 2005 was $5.8 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, compared to net income of $6.0 mi ... Continue reading
FastenTech, Inc. Conference Call Reminder
MINNEAPOLIS--April 28, 2005--FastenTech, Inc. has scheduled its fiscal 2005 second quarter earnings conference call for Thursday, April 28, 2005. Details are as follows: Quarterly Conference Call The conference call will be held today at 10:30 a.m. E.T. To access the call in a listen only mode, please dial (800) 274-08 ... Continue reading
FastenTech, Inc. Posts Strong Results for Fiscal 2005 Second Quarter
MINNEAPOLIS--April 28, 2005--FastenTech, Inc. today reported results for its fiscal 2005 second quarter and six months ended March 31, 2005. Consolidated reported results exclude the Company's Application-specific segment, which is in the process of being divested and is reported as discontinued operations. Second Quar ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--April 28, 2005--Demonstrating another example of its commitment to provide technically advanced material solutions to automotive customers across the globe, GE Advanced Materials, Automotive has introduced a reinvigorated Instrument Panel (IP) program, featuring several new high-performance acrylonit ... Continue reading
Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. Commences Shareholder Rights Offering
FORT WORTH, Texas, April 28 -- Hallmark Financial Services, Inc. (AMEX:HAF.EC) today announced that the Securities and Exchange Commission has declared effective the registration statement with respect to its previously announced shareholder rights offering. On or about April 29, 2005, the Company will mail the prospec ... Continue reading
HEAT Awards $7,300 to Local Tipster
Four 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickups Recovered, Total Value: $75,000 LIVONIA, Mich., April 28 -- By providing confidential information to HEAT's (Help Eliminate Auto Thefts) anonymous tip line, 1-800-242-HEAT, a local HEAT tipster is now $7,300 richer and Romulus police have busted a local auto theft ring and arrested thre ... Continue reading
Insurance Auto Auctions Announces First Quarter Results
WESTCHESTER, Ill.--April 28, 2005--Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. , a leading provider of automotive salvage and claims processing services in the United States, today reported higher net earnings for the quarter ended March 27, 2005. The Company recorded net earnings of $5.0 million, or $0.41 per diluted share, versus ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--April 28, 2005--LKQ Corporation today reported results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2005, with revenue of $133.8 million, net income of $8.4 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.37. "Our Company exceeded its previous revenue and earnings estimates for this quarter. We achieved a record quarter ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich.--April 28, 2005--Meridian Automotive Systems, Inc. today announced that it has received approval for its "first day" motions from the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. These motions provide the relief necessary to ensure the continued operation of the Company in the ordinary c ... Continue reading
RACINE, Wis.--April 28, 2005--Modine Manufacturing Company , a diversified global leader in thermal management, announced today it has won a multi-year contract to supply Volvo Construction Equipment with engine cooling modules for its various product lines, including excavators, wheel loaders and articulated haulers, ... Continue reading
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--April 28, 2005--PortalPlayer, Inc. , a leading supplier of advanced semiconductor, firmware and software solutions for the MP3 personal media player market, today announced financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2005, ended March 31, 2005. Net revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2005 ... Continue reading
ProQuest Company First Quarter Revenue Up 9 Percent
ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 28 -- ProQuest Company , a leading publisher of information solutions for the education and automotive markets, reported a 9 percent increase in revenue from continuing operations for the first quarter of 2005. Earnings from continuing operations for the quarter were $7.8 million and earnings pe ... Continue reading
Rob-Roy J. Graham, Microtune Chief Development Officer, to Retire
PLANO, Texas--April 28, 2005--Microtune(R), Inc. announced today that Rob-Roy J. Graham will resign his position as Chief Development Officer effective April 30, 2005. Mr. Graham will continue to serve Microtune in an advisory role until November 15, 2005, at which time he currently intends to retire from the Company. ... Continue reading
SaVi Media Readies Emission Reduction Technology for Further Testing & Mass Production
ANAHEIM, Calif.--April 28, 2005--Savi Media Group, Inc. (OTCBB: SVMI) today announced that the Company has engaged the services of Digitool Tool Company to make the mold of the Company's ECV-1 valve to enable manufacturing for high level testing and mass production. It is estimated that the mold will be completed in th ... Continue reading
Scimone Promoted to President of Chase Auto Finance
GARDEN CITY, N.Y.--April 28, 2005--Chase Auto Finance announced the promotion of 27-year industry veteran Joseph Scimone to president of JPMorgan Chase & Co.'s prime auto finance business. He has responsibility for both prime and commercial auto finance and reports to Scott Powell, head of Chase Auto and Student Financ ... Continue reading
Shelby G.T.500E Convertible Fetches World Record $550,800 at Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction
DALLAS--April 28, 2005--The first 1968 Shelby G.T.500E convertible sold for a world record $550,800 during the 3rd Annual Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Collector Car Auction on April 2, 2005, at the South Florida Expo Center in Palm Beach, Fla. After a spirited battle, the winning bidder captured the only Shelby G.T.500E ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Authorizes Stock Repurchase
CHARLOTTE, Mich., April 28 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. today announced it has received authorization from its board of directors to repurchase up to 500,000 shares, or approximately 4 percent of its outstanding common stock. The Charlotte, Mich.-based manufacturer of custom motorhome chassis, fire truck chassis and emergen ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Declares Regular Cash Dividend
CHARLOTTE, Mich., April 28 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. today announced its board of directors declared its regular cash dividend of $0.11 per share of common stock. The Charlotte, Mich.-based manufacturer of custom motorhome chassis, fire truck chassis and emergency-rescue vehicles said the regular cash dividend is payable ... Continue reading
Stoneridge Reports First-Quarter 2005 Results
-- Net sales up 3%; earnings of $0.19 per diluted share -- -- Revises full-year 2005 earnings outlook -- WARREN, Ohio, April 28 -- Stoneridge, Inc. today announced sales of $180.8 million and net income of $4.4 million, or $0.19 per diluted share, for the first quarter ended April 2, 2005. Net sales for the first quart ... Continue reading
Supply Base Excellence: How Top Companies Drive Supplier Quality and Performance
CHAPEL HILL, N.C., April 28 -- Increasingly, supply chain executives are starting to take a fresh look at their supplier quality management process. Now more than ever, rather than viewing quality management tactics such as supplier certification as an end in themselves, leading organizations are viewing them as means ... Continue reading
GOSHEN, Ind.--April 28, 2005--Supreme Industries, Inc. -- (AMEX:STS), a leading manufacturer of specialized vehicles including truck bodies and shuttle buses, today announced financial results for the 2005 first quarter ended March 26, 2005. Bob Wilson, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, stated, "Str ... Continue reading
TEN Magazines Partners with eTool Developers
For more info and, Word documents: http://www.trucksmag.com/press.asp PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tracy Teuscher 330-830-2312 thebuzzmakertracy@yahoo.com TEN MAGAZINES??? PARTNERS WITH ETOOL DEVELOPERS TO PROVIDE A NEW LEVEL OF SERVICE FOR ITS MARKETING PARTNERS CORONA, CA TEN Magazines, a visionary ... Continue reading
The Timken Company to Present at Merrill Lynch Global Industries Conference
CANTON, Ohio, April 28 -- The Timken Company will present at the Merrill Lynch 7th Annual Global Industries Conference on May 11 at 10:50 a.m. in London (5:50 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time). Presenters will be James W. Griffith, president and CEO, and Glenn A. Eisenberg, executive vice president - finance and administrati ... Continue reading
Timken Latrobe Steel Completes Modernization Project
LATROBE, Pa., April 28 -- Timken Latrobe Steel today held an inaugural ceremony to launch the upgraded continuous rolling mill at its Latrobe, Pennsylvania plant. The mill enhances the company's capabilities as a leading international supplier of high quality steel bar and wire for specialty applications. "This moderni ... Continue reading
URG Becomes Part of the Newest Segment of the Used Auto Parts Marketplace AURORA, Colo., April 28 -- United Recyclers Group, LLC ("URG") announced today that they have signed an agreement with EverDrive, LLC naming URG as a Founding Member of its Vendor Network. The network is a key element of the EverDrive Guaranteed ... Continue reading
CARSON, Calif.--April 28, 2005--U.S. Auto Parts, the nation's leading Internet direct marketer of automotive aftermarket collision replacement parts and accessories, announced today the launch of increased Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) capabilities by 2500 in body parts, enabling retailers to maximize revenue and gross marg ... Continue reading
Vote Today for the Sixth Annual Automotive Interior of the Year Awards. Deadline: Friday, April 29
GO TO: http://www.paramountresearch.com/autosurvey.asp?type=j Dear Media Colleague: The 23 vehicles listed below are this year's nominees in the Sixth Annual Interior of the Year awards, which are part of the Auto Interiors Show being held May 18-19 at Detroit's Cobo Center. The nominees were selected by the editors of ... Continue reading
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2005 Mazda3 s 4-Door Compact cars haven't been a major segment in the U.S. since the fuel crises of the 1970s and `80s, but that may change soon. Gasoline prices have recently skyrocketed, and ever more congested cities and parking lots can make a large vehicle a liability, too. Wh ... Continue reading
CONCORSO D'ELEGANZA VILLA D'ESTE - BEST OF CAR DESIGN PAST AND FUTURE
04/27/2005 Munich/Cernobbio; Great classic cars of the past and interesting concept cars of today met at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. This most traditional of design contests was held in Cernobbio on Lake Como from April 23rd to 24th. A special exhibition celebrated the 75th jubilee of famous Italian designer ... Continue reading
Valencia, CA April 28, 2005 -- Earlier this year, General Motors awarded the first Saturn Ion Redline to Gravana in an effort to increase awareness of the Ion’s potential as a Tuner Car. Gravana is currently leading the industry in New Product Development for the Ion’s cousin, the Chevrolet Cobalt. With som ... Continue reading
Tracinda Corporation Appeals Judgment in DaimlerChrysler Trial
LOS ANGELES--April 28, 2005--Tracinda Corporation today announced that it has filed an appeal of the April 7, 2005 judgment by Judge Joseph Farnan, Jr. in the DaimlerChrysler trial to the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit. Terry Christensen, attorney for Tracinda Corporation, said: "We disagree with ... Continue reading
Lagoon Launches First Production Solomon Electric Propulsion System
TARPON SPRINGS, Fla.--April 28, 2005--Solomon Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:SOLM) announced today that Lagoon Catamarans has launched its first production Model L 440 incorporating Solomon's proprietary electric propulsion system. The new L 440's were first introduced in February 2004 at the Miami boat show. The next STI-p ... Continue reading
PACCAR Announces Gangl Promotion
BELLEVUE, Wash.--April 28, 2005--PACCAR Inc's Board of Directors has elected Kenneth R. Gangl to the position of Senior Vice President, effective May 1, 2005. Mr. Gangl has six years with PACCAR and has been Vice President-Financial Services since 1999. "Ken's leadership and industry experience have made a significant ... Continue reading
HyRadix Adeo Hydrogen Generator Passes First Year Anniversary at SunLine Transit
DES PLAINES, Ill.--April 28, 2005--HyRadix Inc. announced today that their 100 Nm3/h Adeo(TM) hydrogen fuel generator has completed a full year of operation at SunLine Transit Agency in Thousand Palms, California. The Adeo hydrogen generator uses proprietary technology developed by HyRadix to convert natural gas or pro ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Announces Record First Quarter Sales, Improved Earnings
CHARLOTTE, Mich., April 28 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. today announced net earnings increased 54.3 percent and net sales increased 43.1 percent for the first quarter ended March 31, 2005 versus the first quarter of 2004. The Charlotte, Mich.-based manufacturer of custom motorhome chassis, fire truck chassis and emergency-r ... Continue reading
FORD RACING NOTES AND QUOTES Aaron's 312 Qualifying
April 28, 2005 Talladega Superspeedway Michel Jourdain, Jr., driver of the No. 10 Ford was involved in a multi-car incident midway through today's morning practice session and will require the use of a backup car for Saturday's race. Jourdain, who is currently in the top 30 in owner points and guaranteed a starting spo ... Continue reading
New Jersey Passes New York and Massachusetts in Car Technology -- Telematics Profile Report
ENCINITAS, Calif.--April 28, 2005--New Jersey leads the nation in overall use of in-car telematics, outpacing New York, Massachusetts, California and Texas, according to the recently released Telematics Profile Report from MetaFacts and the Telematics Research Group (TRG). "New Jersey has embraced technology in their c ... Continue reading
HEAT Applauds Auto Theft Awareness Week - May 2-6, 2005 Declaration by Governor Granholm
HEAT Offers Safety Tips for Consumers; Reinforces Community Action Against Neighborhood Crime LIVONIA, Mich., April 28 -- HEAT (Help Eliminate Auto Thefts) applauds Governor Jennifer Granholm's recent declaration that May 2-6, 2005 will be Auto Theft Awareness Week. "We are extremely pleased that Governor Granholm has ... Continue reading
Allstate Enters NASCAR, Lays Foundation at Brickyard
NORTHBROOK, Ill.--April 28, 2005-- -- Insurance company signs multi-year NASCAR sponsorship agreement with "Allstate 400 at the Brickyard" as cornerstone -- Allstate, the largest publicly held personal lines insurance company in America, today announced two multi-year sponsorship agreements with racing icons. Allstate ... Continue reading
Gas Price Rise Not Translating to Increased Compact Car Sales, Says Edmunds.com
SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 28 -- Despite rising gas prices, this month's compact car sales are expected to be down 5.2% compared to April 2004, according to Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20031009/LATH011ALOGO ) Only five vehicle segments ... Continue reading
National Power Stroke® Diesel "Power Fest Rally"
Thursday, August 4 - Saturday, August 6, 2005 Indianapolis Raceway Park! Hundreds of Ford® diesel pickup truck drivers will gather for this annual national rally sponsored by International Truck and Engine Corporation in Indianapolis on Thursday, Aug. 4 - Saturday, Aug. 6. Enjoy VIP access to all events and obtain sto ... Continue reading
Shelby G.T.500E Convertible Fetches World Record $550,800 at Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction
DALLAS April 28, 2005; The first 1968 Shelby G.T.500E convertible sold for a world record $550,800 during the 3rd Annual Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Collector Car Auction on April 2, 2005, at the South Florida Expo Center in Palm Beach, Fla. After a spirited battle, the winning bidder captured the only Shelby G.T.500E c ... Continue reading
Automotive.com Gives Away an Audi TT Convertible
IRVINE, Calif., April 28 -- Automotive.com, a leading Internet automotive marketing company, announced the winner of the "Automotive.com Audi Free Car Giveaway Sweepstakes". Carla Knotts of New Albany, Mississippi was randomly selected the grand prize winner. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040216/AUTOLOGO ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Reports Solid First Quarter Driven by Strong Worldwide Demand
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 28 -- BorgWarner Inc. today reported results for the first quarter of 2005. The powertrain systems supplier delivered solid results in spite of lower car and truck production in North America and modest growth elsewhere in the world. Strong demand for BorgWarner technology in Europe and Asia, ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Posts Operating Profit of $814 Million in First Quarter of 2005
- Group operating profit of $1,852 million, excluding exceptional charges from smart - Group revenues of $41.2 billion - Net income of $374 million - A slight increase in Group operating profit expected for full-year 2005, excluding exceptional charges from smart, compared to 2004 - Supervisory Board approves new smart ... Continue reading
DURA Automotive Reports First Quarter 2005 Results
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--April 28, 2005--DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , today reported revenues of $620.0 million for the first quarter ended April 3, 2005, compared to $634.6 million in the prior-year quarter. Including a pretax facility consolidation charge of $1.7 million, the net loss for the quarter was $4.8 milli ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Announces Launch of Ssangyong Motors Driveline System
DETROIT, April 28 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced the initial launch of the driveline systems for Ssangyong Motors' Rexton and D100 sport utility vehicles (SUV). The vehicles incorporate AAM's independent rear drive axles (IRDA) and independent ... Continue reading
Young Families Driving RV Market
RESTON, Va., April 28 -- Laura and Ben Soussan bought their first RV in February 2004, and it has enriched their lives far beyond their expectations. The Soussans are but one example of a huge influx of young families coming into the RV market, which hit a 26-year sales high in 2004, according to the Recreation Vehicle ... Continue reading
Enova Systems Continues Major Role in Fuel Cell Vehicle Sector
TORRANCE, Calif.--April 28, 2005--Enova Systems (OTCBB:ENVA), a manufacturer and developer of electric hybrid and fuel cell drive systems announces that it continues to gain momentum in the fuel cell vehicle markets with the addition of three new or ongoing projects in these sectors. The latest program teams Enova with ... Continue reading
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Reports Strong Subscriber and Revenue Growth In First Quarter of 2005
- Company Currently Has Over 1.5 Million Subscribers - Revenue Up 365% Over Prior Year First Quarter - Monthly Churn Improved to 1.3% - Strong Cash Position Maintained - SIRIUS Increases 2005 Year-End Subscriber Guidance to Over 2.7 Million NEW YORK, April 28 -- SIRIUS Satellite Radio today announced strong first quart ... Continue reading
AutoNation Reports First-Quarter 2005
* Record first-quarter operating income of $199 million, up 9% * Repurchased $95 million in senior notes, reducing net income $.03 per share in the quarter * Excluding $.03 per share impact of senior note repurchases, first- quarter adjusted EPS from continuing operations was $.36, up 13% from last year FORT LAUDERDALE ... Continue reading
Innovative Shelter Transforms Cars into Campsites with Tent-like Wing that Connects to Any Roof Rack
Protecting From Harsh Sun and Unpredictable Weather, the New Kelty Carport is Easy to Set Up, Simple to Use, and More Versatile Than a Tent BOULDER, Colo., April 28 -- Every successful summer tailgate gathering shares the same essential ingredients ... good food, good friends, and a good spot in the shade. Making room ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Awards GEMCO Contract to Double Capacity in its Atlantis Foundries, South Africa
EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands, April 28 -- Atlantis Foundries (Pty) Ltd, being part of the DaimlerChrysler 'Mercedes Benz Trucks Business Unit", is incorporated into the Mannheim Foundry Product Unit. Atlantis Foundries is located in Atlantis, near Cape Town, South Africa. The Atlantis Foundries product range comprises: c ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--April 28, 2005--An increasing number of senior corporate leaders surveyed in Europe and the United States recognize the success of their businesses is tied very closely to the effective management of their supply chains, a new poll shows. Moreover, a remarkable 80% of the executives surveyed say that China wil ... Continue reading
CORNING, N.Y.--April 28, 2005--Corning Incorporated today will tell its shareholders that its innovative clean-air products for diesel engines continue to represent a strong growth opportunity for the company. Thomas R. Hinman, vice president and general manager, Corning Diesel Technologies, will say that the company e ... Continue reading
Second Practice Session for the Indy Japan 300
PATRICK CARPENTIER NEWS BUREAU UPDATE Round Four of the IndyCar Series in Japan Second Practice Session for the Indy Japan 300 Montreal, April 28, 2005 - Patrick Carpentier completed his second practice session for the Indy Japan 300, Round 4 of the Indy Car Series 2005 to be held Saturday at Twin Ring Motegi in Japan. ... Continue reading
First Practice Session for the Indy Japan 300
PATRICK CARPENTIER NEWS BUREAU UPDATE Round Four of the IndyCar Series in Japan First Practice Session for the Indy Japan 300 Montreal, April 27, 2005 - Patrick Carpentier completed his first practice session in preparation for Saturday's Indy Japan 300 to be held at Twin Ring Motegi in Japan. Carpentier finished 9th w ... Continue reading
Agreement to Provide Rechargeable Polymer Lithium-Ion Batteries for ZAP's Line of Electric Vehicles
SANTA ROSA, Calif.--April 28, 2005--ZAP (OTCBB:ZAPZ), pioneering the next generation of advanced transportation and energy technologies, announced today that the Company has signed an Agreement of Intent with Advanced Battery Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:ABAT) to develop, manufacture and distribute electric vehicles using ... Continue reading
Roseville Student Earns AAA's Highest National Safety Honor
DEARBORN, Mich., April 28 -- Jessica Zeiter, 10, from Huron Park Elementary in Roseville, Mich., was on duty as a AAA Safety Patroller last winter, during heavy traffic and icy road conditions. A driver was speeding on the slippery roadway and failed to see a first grade student step into the street. Jessica quickly gr ... Continue reading
Toyota Breaks Ground for Alabama Engine Plant Expansion
April 27, 2005 -- Huntsville, AL -- Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama broke ground here today for a plant expansion that will bring 300 more jobs and an additional $250 million investment. The plant's current team members joined community leaders to celebrate the second expansion of the engine plant in less than two y ... Continue reading
Highway Safety Leaders Demo Measures to Save Lives on Area Highways
National Share the Road Safety Program Visits Rochester to Save Lives on New York Highways As Many as 118,000 Vehicles Travel I-490 Through Rochester Each Day. Most Automobile Drivers Were Never Taught What They Can Do to Avoid an Accident With a tractor-trailer. Who: The American Trucking Associations (ATA), AAA Weste ... Continue reading
Milwaukee Co. Exec. Scott Walker in 2-seat IndyCar 4/28
MEDIA ALERT MILWAUKEE MILE 100 YEARS AND ACCELERATING Contact: Jim Tretow Director of Public Relations (414) 750-0042 cell (414) 453-5761 office jtretow@milwaukeemile.com SCOTT WALKER DRIVEN IN 2-SEAT INDY CAR TO APPOINTMENT APRIL 28 PHOTO OPPORTUNITY (April 27, 2005) Milwaukee, Wis. - Milwaukee County Executive Scott ... Continue reading
ADESA Declares Second Quarter 2005 Dividend
$0.075 Per Common Share Outstanding CARMEL, Ind., April 27 -- ADESA, Inc. today announced that the Company's board of directors declared a 2005 second quarter dividend of $0.075 per common share payable June 15, 2005, to shareholders of record as of May 20, 2005. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040708/DETH ... Continue reading
Aftermarket Technology Corp. Reports First Quarter 2005 Results
- Net sales increased 10.6% quarter-over-quarter - Income from continuing operations up 42.1% quarter-over-quarter - Reports EPS of $0.25 in line with guidance - Extends and expands business in Logistics DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., April 27 -- Aftermarket Technology Corp. , today reported financial results for the first quart ... Continue reading
Supercuts Cuts Hair for Charity at AMA Weekend
Contact: John Cardinale (707) 933-3907 Supercuts Cuts Hair for Charity at AMA Weekend, Offers Chance to Win Kawasaki Motorcycle SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - There's one-stop shopping at the Kawasaki AMA Superbike Showdown at Infineon Raceway, May 13-15, for anyone interested in helping a great charitable cause, ... Continue reading
Titan International, Inc. Announces Record First Quarter Net Income and Earnings Per Share
QUINCY, Ill.--April 27, 2005--Titan International, Inc. achieved record first quarter net income at $11.2 million, up 111 percent from $5.3 million for first quarter 2004. Basic earnings per share were also a record at $.68 for the quarter, increasing 172 percent from $.25 for first quarter 2004. Titan reported net sal ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Names Jeff Kaminski Senior Vice President, Global Purchasing
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--April 27, 2005--President and Chief Executive Officer Jose Maria Alapont has announced the appointment of Jeff Kaminski as senior vice president, Global Purchasing, and a member of the Strategy Board for Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ). "Jeff has been instrumental in managing the continuous i ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Names Peter Becker Vice President, Customer Satisfaction
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--April 27, 2005--President and Chief Executive Officer Jose Maria Alapont has announced the appointment of Peter Becker, vice president, Customer Satisfaction, to the Strategy Board for Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ). Becker assumes responsibility for quality and global customer satisfaction ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Names Marie Remboulis Vice President, Corporate Communications
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--April 27, 2005--President and Chief Executive Officer Jose Maria Alapont has announced the appointment of Marie Remboulis as vice president, Corporate Communications, and a member of the Strategy Board for Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ). In this role, Remboulis assumes responsibility for the ... Continue reading
Tour Stops at Bryan Adams High School on Friday, April 29 DALLAS, April 27 -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and Chrysler Group will visit Bryan Adams High School on Friday, April 29 at 9:45 a.m. to raise awareness among teens of the perils of underage drinking and promote teen driving safety just in time for pro ... Continue reading
AAA Minnesota/Iowa Disappointed With MN House of Representatives Move Against Child Passenger Safety
BURNSVILLE, Minn., April 27 -- Last night, Tuesday, April 26, the House Ways & Means Committee deleted language out of the House Public Safety Omnibus bill that would have saved the lives of Minnesota children and prevented substantial numbers of severe injuries. That language would have strengthened Minnesota's child ... Continue reading
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