AMERCO Announces Additional Member to Independent Governance Committee
RENO, Nev., May 28 -- AMERCO today announced that Paul A. Bible, 62, a partner in the Reno-based law firm of Bible, Hoy & Trachok, has accepted an invitation to serve as a member of the Company's Independent Governance Committee. Mr. Bible currently serves as the Chairman of the Compliance Committee for H Group Holding ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Revs Up Miami Consumers With National Art Of Driving Tour
Bicentennial Park in Miami, to host stop June 14-15 MIAMI, May 28 -- Consumers throughout Miami, will have an opportunity to not only enjoy, but also drive the finer things in life during the Chrysler Art of Driving national tour taking place June 14-15 at Bicentennial Park in Miami, Fla. The tour will visit 11 cities ... Continue reading
Good Charlotte Award Their Customized Honda Civic to Cal Hanson of Beaverton, OR
Asset Caption: 94.7 KNRK Portland Cal Hanson is photographed with the members of Good Charlotte and 94.7 KNRK DJs Tiny and Nik, after winning the customized 2003 Civic Si designed and autographed by the band through a local promotion with Portland's top alternative station 94.7 KNRK. Asset Caption: Web-ready logo Asset ... Continue reading
Lancaster Colony Continues Higher Cash Dividend
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 28 -- Lancaster Colony Corporation announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of 20 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable June 30, 2003 to shareholders of record on June 10, 2003. The board voted to continue the cash dividend at the higher lev ... Continue reading
Media Advisory: Ford Motor Company Celebrates Its 100th Birthday In Boston
WHAT: Ford Motor Company turns 100 on June 16, 2003. In honor of this centennial milestone, Ford executives are visiting 100 cities to talk about the company's rich heritage and future plans. In Boston, you can: -- ride in the Model T-100, one of six modern Model Ts painstakingly recreated for the celebration. -- inter ... Continue reading
National Vehicle Leasing Association names Tarry Shebesta, Director-at-Large
National Vehicle Leasing Association names Tarry Shebesta, of Automobile Consumer Services, Inc., Director-at-Large CINCINNATI--May 28, 2003--Tarry Shebesta, president of Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), has been named Director-at-Large for the National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA). He will be in charge ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--May 28, 2003-- And Other Free Multimedia Content for Journalists -------------------------------------------------- Latina Singer-Songwriter Speaks Out About Breast Cancer Survival Each year, an estimated 200,000 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in the U.S., affecting women of all races, from all walk ... Continue reading
State Auto Wins ACORD Upload Award
COLUMBUS, Ohio--May 28, 2003--For the second consecutive year, and the third time in the last six years, the State Auto Insurance Companies took top honors at the annual ACORD (Association for Cooperative Operations Research and Development) convention, winning the award for Upload Company of the Year. The award is giv ... Continue reading
Ansoft Corporation Fourth Quarter Results -- 109% Increase in Net Income
PITTSBURGH--May 28, 2003--Ansoft Corporation today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended April 30, 2003. Revenue for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2003 totaled $15.1 million, an increase of 22% as compared sequentially to $12.4 million reported in the previous quarter and a decrease of ... Continue reading
PORTLAND, Ore.--May 28, 2003--Cascade Corporation today reported its financial results for the first fiscal quarter of 2004, ended April 30, 2003. First Quarter Financial Highlights: -- Consolidated net sales were $68.9 million, a 15% increase over consolidated net sales of $59.9 million in the first quarter of fiscal ... Continue reading
HUGHES Executives to Present at Deutsche Bank, Sanford C. Bernstein Conferences
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., May 28 -- Executives of Hughes Electronics Corporation will present company overviews at the upcoming Deutsche Bank 11th Annual Media Conference and Sanford C. Bernstein Strategic Decisions Conference in New York, N.Y. Deutsche Bank 11th Annual Media Conference Speakers: Eddy Hartenstein, Corporate ... Continue reading
-- Before hitting the stage on Tuesday, May 27, for their co-headlining concert as part of the 2003 Civic Tour, Good Charlotte awarded Cal Hanson of Beaverton, OR, one of their customized and autographed Honda Civic Si's that the band personally designed. Hanson was among the contestants who won a chance to randomly se ... Continue reading
CANTON, Mass., May 28 -- Plymouth Rubber Company, Inc. (AMEX:PLR.A) (AMEX:PLR.B) announced today that on May 23, 2003, it received notification from the American Stock Exchange (the "AMEX") that, as of the first quarter of fiscal 2003, Plymouth is not in compliance with AMEX listing requirements, due to shareholders' e ... Continue reading
Tower Automotive Announces Senior Notes Offering
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--May 28, 2003--Tower Automotive, Inc. today announced that, subject to market and other conditions, it intends to offer an aggregate of approximately $250 million of senior notes due 2013 though its wholly owned subsidiary, R.J. Tower Corporation, in an unregistered offering pursuant to Rule 144A an ... Continue reading
UQM Technologies Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2003 Operating Results
FREDERICK, Colo., May 28 -- UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today operating results for the quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2003. Operations for the fourth quarter resulted in a net loss of $839,640 or $0.04 per common share on total revenue of $2,93 ... Continue reading
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.--May 28, 2003--Valley Detroit Diesel Allison (VDDA) (www.vdda.com), a leading distributor, manufacturer and servicer of marine engines & generator sets, diesel engines, commercial duty transmissions and power generation equipment based in City of Industry has made an offer to acquire the busine ... Continue reading
"PRESS RELEASE" For Immediate Release May 27, 2003 Contact: Kevin Wright Phone: 518-794-9606 SALDANA & BACHETTI SHINE AS THE OUTLAW INVADE THE VALLEY West Lebanon, NY- A capacity crowd was on hand Tuesday night for the rain-delayed visit by the O'Reilly World of Outlaws. The fans were treated to a great night of racing ... Continue reading
Adept Technology Introduces Miniature Dual-Axis Controller for Servo Motors
LIVERMORE, Calif.--May 28, 2003-- New Adept FireBlox(TM) Dual-Axis Servo Amplifier and Controller Designed to Reduce Wiring, Lower Costs and Improve Reliability Adept Technology, Inc. (OTCBB:ADTK.OB), a leading manufacturer of flexible automation for the semiconductor, electronics, fiber optic, telecommunications, and ... Continue reading
ALLETE, Inc. Board Elects Two New Directors
DULUTH, Minn.--May 28, 2003--ALLETE, Inc. today announced the election of Dennis Green and Deborah Weinstein to its board of directors, effective June 1. Green, 62, is a Certified Public Accountant and former chief auditor at Citicorp and its principal subsidiary, Citibank, N.A., where he was responsible for worldwide ... Continue reading
Aviall Deploys Siebel eBusiness Applications as Technology Centerpiece for Corporate Transformation
SAN MATEO, Calif.--May 28, 2003-- Siebel eBusiness Applications Play Integral Role in Taking Leading Aerospace After-Market Parts and Services Company from $460 Million to $900 Million in Annual Sales Run Rate in Three Years Siebel Systems, Inc. , a leading provider of multichannel eBusiness applications software, toda ... Continue reading
AVISTA Receives ISO 9001 Certification
PLATTEVILLE, Wis.--May 28, 2003--AVISTA, Incorporated, a critical-systems software engineering and project management services provider, announces it has achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2000 certification. Det NorskeVeritas, an internationally recognized registrar for ISO, conducted a ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company - May 2003 U.S. Sales Results Conference Call
You are invited to participate in Ford Motor Company's May 2003 U.S. sales results conference call hosted by George Pipas, U.S. Sales Analysis Manager. The conference call will begin at 1:00 p.m. (EDT) on Tuesday, June 3, 2003 and last 45 minutes. To access the call, please dial 800-299-0433 about 10 minutes prior to t ... Continue reading
Hales Corners Speedway (Franklin, Wis.) Points as of 05-24
UMP Late Model Name Car # 05-24-YTD 1 Specht, Scott 99 2085 Scheffler, Rick 15 2085 3 Scheffler, Russ 10 1810 4 Sievert, Bret 5 1705 5 Watson, Jim W-1 1520 6 Carlson, Chris C-12 1335 7 Sorce, Dan 14 1220 8 Letizia, Turk D-1 1215 9 Stroika, Ron 33 1205 10 Rezutek, Bill 8-R 1055 11 Reaber, Frank 7-F 870 12 Scheffler, Geo ... Continue reading
Industry Association Recognizes APAC-Texas, Inc. Buster Paving Division for Safe Operations
ATLANTA, May 28 -- The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) recently recognized APAC-Texas, Inc.'s Buster Paving Division for its outstanding safety program. APAC-Texas, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ashland Inc. . The Buster Paving Division is based in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and operates in northeas ... Continue reading
Jaguar and Land Rover To Use OEConnection's D2DLink(R) Service for Its U.S. Parts Channel
Jaguar and Land Rover Dealers Will Soon Locate, Order and Fulfill Auto Parts Using D2DLink(R) Online Tool RICHFIELD, Ohio, May 28 -- OEConnection today announced an agreement with Jaguar and Land Rover to provide more than 300 U.S. dealerships with the D2DLink online parts procurement tool. (Logo: http://www.newscom.co ... Continue reading
mail2web.com Sponsors Alex Job/Petersen Motorsports/White Lightning Le Mans 24 Entry
TORONTO--May 28, 2003--mail2web.com(TM), a leading free web-based email application, and brand of SoftCom Technology Consulting Inc., announces that it will sponsor the Alex Job/Petersen Motorsports/White Lightning entry at the 2003 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans scheduled June 14-15, 2003. mail2web.com will become ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--May 28, 2003--The Dealer Services Group of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. is pleased to announce the purchase by Mazda North America of an Enterprise Site License agreement for ADP's Warranty Wizard offering. The Enterprise Site License (ESL) will provide Warranty Wizard for each of the 700 locations Mazda ha ... Continue reading
Los Angeles Public Radio Station KUSC 91.5 FM Goes Digital With HD Radio(TM) Technology
Southern California's Public Radio Network is Poised to Broadcast Digitally on Additional Stations KCPB-Thousand Oaks, KFAC-Santa Barbara, And KPSC-Palm Springs COLUMBIA, Md., and WARREN, N.J., May 28 -- iBiquity Digital Corporation, the sole developer and licenser of HD Radio (TM) technology, and KUSC 91.5 FM, license ... Continue reading
Multimedia Available: Cadillac Rebirth
-- Cadillac... For 101 years, the name has been synonymous with style and luxury. For decades Cadillac had a lock on the automotive elite with powerful and technological marvels such as the Phaeton, the Fleetwood and the Eldorado. So, why does America's premier automotive brand now feel the need to re-invent itself? A ... Continue reading
Quantum Receives Additional Order From Catalytic Solutions, Inc. for Emissions Testing
IRVINE, Calif., May 28 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. announced today that one of their newest customers, Catalytic Solutions, Inc. (CSI), significantly ramped up their need for emissions testing to be provided by Quantum. Quantum has been providing emissions development verification testing for C ... Continue reading
Dorricott Racing - Milwaukee Preview
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: James Hyneman jhyneman@compuserve.com THE MILWAUKEE MILE IS NEXT FOR DORRICOTT RACING WEST ALLIS, Wis. (May 28, 2003) - After a seven week respite from competitive racing, Dorricott Racing is looking forward to getting back into the championship hunt when round three of the 12-race Toyota ... Continue reading
SHEP Technologies Inc. Commences Prototype Program With Pi Technology
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--May 28, 2003--SHEP TECHNOLOGIES INC. (OTCBB: STLOF) (BER: IH3) ("STI" or the "Company"), a Canadian incorporated company with operations headquartered in the UK, is pleased to announce the immediate commencement of its prototype vehicle development program with Pi Technology ("Pi"). Pi Tech ... Continue reading
Stronghold Technologies Expands in Midwest with Two DealerAdvance Installations
BERNARDSVILLE, N.J.--May 28, 2003--Stronghold Technologies, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SGHT) Cleveland's Ed Pike Lincoln-Mercury Hyundai and North Coast Lincoln-Mercury Dealerships Benefiting From Wireless Enterprise Solution Stronghold Technologies, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SGHT), the developer of DealerAdvance(TM), a ... Continue reading
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Sales Expected to Increase Dramatically Over the Next Decade
Trucks Should Comprise More Than One-Third of the Hybrid Market by 2005 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif. May 28, 2003; Hybrid electric vehicle sales are expected to exceed 500,000 units annually by 2008 and 872,000 units by 2013, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2003 Hybrid Vehicle OutlookSM released today. U.S. cons ... Continue reading
Auto Technician of the Year Calls Regular Oil Change Critical Car Maintenance
ATLANTA, May 28, 2003; Despite the sophistication of today's advanced automotive engines, the old-fashioned act of changing the oil is still the most critical piece of routine maintenance a car owner can do, according to a top ASE-certified technician. "Having your oil changed on a regular basis is the single most impo ... Continue reading
NHRA Pre-Race: Kurt Johnson is Ready to Wrap Up the "Spring Swing" with a Win
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Kurt Johnson is Ready to Wrap Up the "Spring Swing" with a Win ACDelco Cavalier driver looks forward to celebrating at home with his family SUGAR HILL, GA., May 27, 2003 - This weekend, the NHRA's POWERade Drag Racing Series makes it ... Continue reading
GM Print(?)Advertising Pushes Quality Of Their Cars What A Breath Of Fresh Air
Detroit May 28,2003; John Porretto, Writing for the AP reported that The world's largest automaker said Wednesday it will begin a long-term advertising campaign next week aimed at consumers who shy away from GM vehicles because of concerns about quality. The initial installment, called "The Road to Redemption," will ru ... Continue reading
Can-Am Ads Yamaha TO Growing List Of Sponsors
28 May 2003 Dearborn, MI FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Yamaha Canada, impressed with what the Can-Am series has done in two and a half years, has become an associate sponsor of the series for 2003. John Baylis from Yamaha Canada's racing department has been very appreciative of the racing the Can-Am series has been producing a ... Continue reading
Cannon and Route 66 Happy Together
DON SCHUMACHER RACING NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 10 of 23 LUCAS OIL NHRA ROUTE 66 NATIONALS ROUTE 66 RACEWAY JOLIET, ILL. Race Date: May 30-June 1 Contact: Judy Stropus 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438 SCOTTY CANNON AND ROUTE 66 HAPPY TOGETHER JOLIET, Ill. (May 28, 2003) - Oakley Funny Car driver Scotty Cann ... Continue reading
Electronic Stability Control Coalition Establishes Advisory Panel
Leading Automotive Safety Experts Unite to Promote Importance of Electronic Stability Control Technology DETROIT, May 28 -- The Electronic Stability Control Coalition announced today that several prominent automotive safety experts have joined a special advisory panel to provide counsel on how to effectively educate co ... Continue reading
Ronald McDonald Cruises Michigan in First Car
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 28 -- Ronald McDonald is famous for his big red shoes -- now he's got wheels too. Ronald McDonald and his new parade vehicle will begin touring the state this spring. Throughout spring and summer, he will make his way to as many parades and festivals across the state as his little car can handle. ... Continue reading
Top Fashion Students Awarded by General Motors for Creating Hot Designs Using Vehicle Parts
CHICAGO--May 28, 2003-- General Motors Creates Radical Design Competition, Awards Winners at International Academy of Design and Technology's Student Fashion Show A dress made of seatbelts from a Pontiac Vibe and a skirt adorned with 100 General Motors keys created a stir at IMAGINE 2003, the International Academy of D ... Continue reading
Raymond Schroth Named Director of Service at Hyundai Motor America
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 28 -- Raymond R. Schroth has been named Director of Service for Hyundai Motor America. Schroth will be responsible for service operations, technical training, technical support, warranty, service contracts, customer surveys, and consumer affairs functions. Prior to joining HMA, Schroth serv ... Continue reading
Hit the Road "Safely" This Summer!
10 Tips for Safe and Fun Road Trips From Your Chrysler/Jeep(R)/Dodge Service Specialists DETROIT, May 28 -- As summer and vacation time approaches, more and more American families will be hitting the highways for road trips. In addition to properly maintaining your car, providing safe and enjoyable driving conditions i ... Continue reading
Cummins Westport receives $816,960 to advance development of new low-emissions natural gas engine
VANCOUVER, May 28 -- Cummins Westport Inc. (CWI) today announced its partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in an agreement that will provide $816,960 ($US 592,000) in cost sharing to advance development of a new low-emissions natural gas engine for tran ... Continue reading
The MathWorks to Participate in FutureTruck 2003
FutureTruck Student Teams and The MathWorks Founder, Cleve Moler, to Discuss Vehicle Design Using MATLAB and Simulink NATICK, Mass., May 28 -- The MathWorks today announced that for the third straight year, the Company will participate in the FutureTruck 2003 competition. At this year's event, Cleve Moler, The MathWork ... Continue reading
Vehicles Wanted ... Cars For Courage Drop Off Saturday, May 31
Eliminate the Hassle and Help Others WHAT: Four Twin Cities area ABRA Auto Body & Glass stores will host a CARS FOR COURAGE vehicle drop off. Or, if you can't make it to ABRA Auto Body & Glass, drop off your car at Courage Center, Golden Valley or Courage St. Croix, Stillwater. WHEN: Saturday, May 31, 2003 9 a.m. to No ... Continue reading
NAPA/ASE Technician of the Year Calls Regular Oil Change Critical Car Maintenance
ATLANTA, May 28 -- Despite the sophistication of today's advanced automotive engines, the old-fashioned act of changing the oil is still the most critical piece of routine maintenance a car owner can do, according to NAPA AUTO PARTS' top ASE-certified technician. "Having your oil changed on a regular basis is the singl ... Continue reading
Liberty Productions, Inc. Changes Name to Motor Trend Auto Shows, Inc.
Company to Produce 17 International Auto Shows in 2003 As Part of the PRIMEDIA Consumer Automotive Group NEW YORK, May 28 -- The nation's largest auto show producer, formerly known as Liberty Productions, Inc., announced today that the company is formally changing its name to "Motor Trend Auto Shows, Inc." The company ... Continue reading
New UGN Trunk System Makes Trips Quieter
CHICAGO, May 28 -- Continuing its commitment to addressing Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) concerns, UGN has developed an aesthetically and acoustically sound trunk system. The first-of-its-kind system utilizes the revolutionary RIETER ULTRA LIGHT(TM) technology to greatly reduce noise generated from the much-over ... Continue reading
CINCINNATI--May 28, 2003--Tarry Shebesta, president of Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), has been named Director-at-Large for the National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA). He will be in charge of the Electronic Communications Portfolio (committee). The NVLA provides educational opportunities, promotes respon ... Continue reading
The Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet is ready to hit the road in October
Stuttgart. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, has lit the touchpaper for the next level of its model offensive: in October, the 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet will hit the road – the first open sports car of this type. All drive and chassis components are perfectly in tune with the rigid Cabriolet body. ... Continue reading
America's Car-Mart Announces Opening of New Dealerships
BENTONVILLE, Ark.--May 28, 2003--America's Car-Mart, Inc. today announced the opening of two new dealerships located in Longview, Texas and Tyler, Texas. These new locations mark the first new dealership openings since the Company's current fiscal year began on May 1, 2003. The dealership in Longview opened for busines ... Continue reading
Porsche Announces 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet for 2004
ATLANTA, May 28 -- Porsche Cars North America today announced the introduction of the 911(R) Carrera(R) 4S(R) Cabriolet for the 2004 model year. This new model combines exceptional driving dynamics with the feel of an open sports car. The 2004 Carrera 4S Cabriolet features a 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine that can reach ... Continue reading
COSTA MESA, Calif., May 28 -- NADAguides.com, (www.NADAguides.com), the nation's leading consumer vehicle information resource on the Internet, today released usability statistics about the boat section of its website to demonstrate the popularity of its online marine pricing, products and services. The NADAguides.com ... Continue reading
Give Dad What He Wants This Father's Day - No No Just Car Stuff
Auto Accessories Feed Dad's Love Affair with Cars and Trucks ROANOKE, Va., May 28 -- Fast and Furious hopefully aren't terms that describe Dad's driving, or his mood, this Father's Day. The terms can, however, relate to some unique automotive accessories that make for cool Father's Day gifts. As a promotional tie-in wi ... Continue reading
Today's Growing Families Keep Buying Larger Family Cars
40% of Parents Buy Specifically Because Child is Born - Minivans and SUVs Lead in Popularity - GREENWICH, Conn., May 28 -- As families grow, so does the need for a new family car. According to a recent survey conducted by Madison Direct Marketing, a leading authority on life stage marketing, 40% of parents today buy ne ... Continue reading
Renault Brazil Recalls 7,000 Vehicles to Replace Part
SAO PAULO May 27, 2003; Dow Jones reported that the Brazilian division of French car maker Renault SA (F.RNA) issued a recall Tuesday on some 7,000 vehicles after discovering that a faulty part in the fuel line could cause the motor to catch fire. The problem was discovered in 2.0-liter Scenic models built in 2001 and ... Continue reading
Installer Sales Increase Autozone Profit
CHICAGO, May 27, 2003; Reuters reported that AutoZone Inc. the largest U.S. auto parts retailer, said on Tuesday its quarterly net income rose 23 percent, bolstered by higher sales of replacement parts to car repair centers. AutoZone, whose shares are hovering near their all-time highs, has benefited as Americans put m ... Continue reading
Mirror Maker Gentex breaks ground on new facility in Germany
Zeeland, Michigan, May 28 -- Gentex Corporation , the Zeeland, Michigan, USA-based manufacturer of automatic-dimming rear-view mirrors and commercial fire protection products, announced that the Company broke ground on a new automotive products facility near Neckarsulm, Germany, today. The new building will provide Gen ... Continue reading
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