Volkswagen recalls 34,000 Passats worldwide
FRANKFURT, June 28, 2006; Reuters reported that Volkswagen recalled 34,000 units of its Passat mid-sized car worldwide due to a potential problem with the clutch, the company said on Wednesday. A spokesman said Passats built between April and May 2005 equipped with 2.0-litre TDI engines and six-gear manual transmission ... Continue reading
Auto Bild Reports On Mercedes' Rumored Entry-Level SUV
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on June 28th, 2006 at 11:45 AM CST As you may remember, many, many moons ago we brought you spy photos of what was then called the Mercedes MLK, a BMW X3 fighter that reportedly will share a number of components with the upcoming C-Class. Now, in an article published by the insightful ki ... Continue reading
Autobytel Names George Roletter VP, Website Operations
IRVINE, Calif.--June 28, 2006--Autobytel Inc. today announced that George Roletter has been named to the newly created position of vice president, website operations. Roletter, former leader of America Online's Studio operations, is charged with the implementation of new Autobytel CEO Jim Riesenbach's mission to transf ... Continue reading
Domestic U.S. Auto Companies Vow to Double Renewable Fuel Vehicle Production
DaimlerChrysler, Ford and General Motors Continue Drive Toward Energy Security Letter to Members of Congress WASHINGTON, DC - America's automotive companies today announced plans to double annual production of vehicles capable of running on renewable fuels to two million cars and trucks by 2010. The production increase ... Continue reading
Gothenburg - June 28, 2006: Volvo Car Corporation has decided to introduce its cars in India, with sales scheduled to start during the fourth quarter of 2006. The new subsidiary, Volvo Car India, will have its head office in Delhi. Volvo Cars will start its product introduction with the Volvo S80 and the Volvo XC90 and ... Continue reading
Auto Financing Group Gives Newlyweds Tips on Financing Their First Family Vehicle
With the summer wedding season in full swing, Americans Well-informed on Automobile Retailing Economics (AWARE), a national consumer education campaign, reminds newlyweds to follow the old bridal adage when deciding how to finance their first automobile together. Washington, D.C. June 28, 2006 -- With the summer weddin ... Continue reading
Unhappy Used Car Buyer Driven to Write
This letter is to advise you that I plan on writing to every news source I can find, every Internet News Portal, and every newspaper to advise them how your company treats customers. If Ford claims that they have no affiliation with this organization, they should make sure the Ford name is removed from this place of bu ... Continue reading
JD Powers: New Vehicle Designs Have Better "APEAL"
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: New Vehicle Designs are More Appealing to Consumers, Which Can Result in Faster Sales and More Profit Mid-Cycle âFresheningâ Typically Makes Little Difference in Improving Customer Appeal WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.: 28 June 2006 â Consumers continue to give new vehicle de ... Continue reading
Team Sticker Dude Race Report - Crandon Brush Run
For Immediate Release June 26, 2006 Lake Zurich, IL Team Sticker Dude Race Report ? Forest County Potawatomi Brush Run The first week of summer means it time for the first trip of the year to off-road racing?s ?Big House,? Crandon International Raceway. The weather was slightly damp and a touch on the cool side, but th ... Continue reading
Three-Car Hearn Formula BMW Effort Ready for USGP Assault
Three-Car Hearn Formula BMW Effort Ready for USGP Assault INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., June 28, 2006 - Richie Hearn knows the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The six-time Indianapolis 500 starter has been competing on the famed oval since 1996 when he debuted as the highest finishing rookie (third). However, this weekend's United ... Continue reading
Team Contact: Jennifer Hart, Flying Lizard Motorsports Tel: 707.935.9600 x 552; Mobile: 415.425.3578, e-mail: jennifer@lizardms.com Lizards Head to Lime Rock for ALMS Round Four June 28, 2006--Sonoma, California--The Flying Lizard Motorsports squad lands in Lime Rock, Connecticut this week for round four of the America ... Continue reading
What's in a Name? Could Be a 2006 BMW Mini Cooper for a Lucky Lustra Customer
Contest Seeks Name for Polar Bear Mascot DE PERE, Wis., June 28 -- Lustra Professional Car Care Products is looking for help in coming up with a name for the polar bear mascot on its company logo. In return, one lucky customer could end up cruising around town in style. Cleaning Systems, Inc., manufacturer of Lustra Pr ... Continue reading
Accipiter Signs cars.com to Multi-Year Online Ad Management Deal
RALEIGH, N.C. & LONDON--June 28, 2006--Accipiter Solutions, Inc., an online advertising technology innovator since 1996, today announced it has signed online classified advertising giant Classified Ventures as its latest AdManager Hosted customer. As the developer of leading comprehensive web sites in the automotive, r ... Continue reading
Visteon and Boston Acoustics Deliver Customized Audio on All-New Jeep(R) Compass
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., June 28 -- The premium audio system on the all-new 2007 Jeep(R) Compass can help guide the mood - whether it be upbeat, carefree or mellow - of any driver. Visteon Corporation , in partnership with Boston Acoustics(R), delivers a unique, premium audio system customized specifically for the Je ... Continue reading
Details of Ford's Second Quarter 2006 Financial Results Briefing
DEARBORN, Mich., June 28 -- Ford Motor Company will release second quarter 2006 financial results at 7 a.m. EDT on Thursday, July 20. The following briefings will be held after the announcement: At 9 a.m. EDT, Don Leclair, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will host a conference call for news media ... Continue reading
Tribute Slated for July 1st at Fonda Speedway On Saturday July 1, when the pro stock field takes over the track it will be in tribute to fan favorite Hondo Carpenter. The event commemorates Hondo's last race at the Track of Champions in the #9 car. The Hondo Classic, a 20 lap main event will pay extra dividends to the ... Continue reading
BATON ROUGE, La.--June 28, 2006--AppOne, a provider of Internet-based risk mitigation and financial technology to banks, credit unions and independent auto dealers throughout the continental United States, has developed its Dealer Bootcamp to train dealers to use the AppOne platform, which connects them to AppOne's net ... Continue reading
Ashtead Group plc Invite you to Join its Full Year Results 2006
LONDON and LEATHERHEAD, England, June 28 -- Ashtead Group plc (LSE: AHT) will announce its Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results on 28th June 2006. In conjunction with Ashtead Group plc, you are invited to listen to an audio webcast that will be broadcast live over the internet on 28/06/06 at 09:30 BST / 10:30 CET / 04: ... Continue reading
AutoCom Associates Names Habalewsky Vice President
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., June 28 -- Martin J. Habalewsky, a veteran public relations and marketing consultant, has been named a vice president and senior account executive at AutoCom Associates. Habalewsky will direct the agency's new business development, customer satisfaction programs and media distribution services, ... Continue reading
BlastGard International Introduces New Pipe Bomb Mitigator Ring for Homeland Security
CLEARWATER, Fla.--June 28, 2006--BlastGard International (OTCBB:BLGA), the creator of blast mitigation products and services, is pleased to announce a new product for Homeland Security. The Pipe-Bomb Mitigator (PBM) is made up of a ring and blanket system that can be rapidly placed, by one person, over any small IED, s ... Continue reading
CallCommand Dealers Reach $8 Million in Incremental Gross Sales by Recapturing Lost Customers
CINCINNATI--June 28, 2006--CallCommand(TM), a leading provider of Web-based solutions that increase customer retention, loyalty and dealer profitability, today announced that for the first time in its history, CallCommand dealers have exceeded the $8 million mark in monthly incremental gross profit by recapturing "Lost ... Continue reading
Douglas Motorsports CORR Race Report-Crandon Brush Run
For Immediate Release June 28, 2006 El Cajon, CA Douglas Motorsports CORR Race Report ? Rounds 3 & 4 As the CORR Pro Series heads for back to the Midwest for the first time in 2006, Scott Douglas is looking to improve on his race performances from Chula Vista in both the # 7 Rancho Suspension Pro-2 and # 7 AMSOIL, KUMH ... Continue reading
EPA News Release: Innovative Recipients Recognized for Turning Brown into Green Chemistry
*Innovative Recipients Recognized for Turning Brown into Green Chemistry * Contact Enesta Jones 202-236-2426/ jones.enesta@epa.gov (Washington--June 28, 2006) Leading researchers and industrial innovators were recognized this week for significant contributions in advancing pollution prevention at the 2006 Presidential ... Continue reading
FAIRFAX, Va.--June 28, 2006--ExxonMobil has announced a long-term extension of its Technology Partnership with Team McLaren Mercedes to supply the Formula 1 racing team with Mobil 1-branded motor oils and high-performance fuels. The Mobil 1, McLaren and Mercedes-Benz Technology Partnership began in 1995, producing cont ... Continue reading
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine--June 28, 2006-- FGA15N120ANTD Offers Excellent Avalanche Capability for System Reliability and Optimum Switching and Conduction Loss Trade-Offs to Extend System Life Fairchild Semiconductor introduces a 1200V/15A NPT-Trench IGBT with the ability to withstand as much as 300mJ of avalanche energy i ... Continue reading
Focused Report On India's Auto Components Industry Available
DUBLIN, Ireland--June 28, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c38885) has announced the addition of Industry Insight - Indian Auto components to their offering. The comprehensive Industry analysis includes industry structure in its various sub-sectors. The report includes the import an ... Continue reading
MUNICH, Germany--June 28, 2006--According to the latest study from US market research company Strategy Analytics, Boston, the sales growth of 11.9 % posted by Infineon's (FWB:IFX) automotive electronics business in 2005 means that it has once again significantly outperformed the global market as a whole, which expanded ... Continue reading
$55 Million Campaign Goal Achieved for 2005/2006 LOS ANGELES, June 28 -- United Way of Greater Los Angeles hosted its 2006 Celebration of Caring Event and Awards at the California Science Center in celebration of the "Superheroes of Caring," key individuals and organizations from the public and private sector who have ... Continue reading
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--June 28, 2006--MotorSports Emporium Inc. (OTCBB: MSEP) announced today that due to demand Martini Racing has increased their scheduled order of GS610(TM) brake fluid. David Keaveney, president and CEO of MotorSports Emporium Inc., commented, "Martini Racing, an Australian-based racing performance com ... Continue reading
ATLANTA, June 28 -- Visiprise, Inc. today announced the immediate availability of Visiprise Manufacturing 4.2. Building on its integrated manufacturing operations platform, this version further enhances the user experience with increased performance, integration, reporting and business intelligence. Visiprise has worke ... Continue reading
PROVO, Utah--June 28, 2006--Raser Technologies, Inc. (NYSE Arca: RZ), ("Raser"), an energy technology company that develops and licenses advanced electric motor, controller and related technologies, today announced that Mr. Patrick Schwartz has been named President. "Mr. Schwartz's accomplishments and leadership style ... Continue reading
RouteOne Signs 100th Finance Source
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., June 28 -- RouteOne LLC, the online credit application management system launched by the captive finance arms of DaimlerChrysler, Ford Motor Company, General Motors and Toyota, announced today that it has signed its 100th lender, signaling a 40 percent increase in the number of finance sources ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--June 28, 2006--Teres Solutions(TM), Inc., a leading provider of direct and indirect lending software to credit unions and financial institutions, today announced the availability of SAIL(R) Express, a hosted version of the SAIL indirect lending software solution, which is designed to automate all aspects ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--June 28, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c38854) has announced the addition of "Passenger Cars - Global Strategic Business Report" to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Passenger Cars in Thousands of Units. The specific product segments ... Continue reading
Bourque Enjoys Momentum Heading Into Thompson International Speedway
Bourque Enjoys Momentum Heading Into Thompson International Speedway ââ¬ÅDiversity Driver Confident Than Everââ¬??? THOMPSON, Connecticut (June 28, 2006) - - NASCAR Busch East Series Rookie-of-the-Year candidate Pierre Bourque has some unfinished business as he marches his way into Thompson Internation ... Continue reading
BURNSVILLE, Minn.--June 28, 2006--This year, the 50th Anniversary of the Interstate Highway System will kick off a record Fourth of July holiday weekend. AAA estimates that 40.7 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday, a 1.2 percent increase from the 40.2 million who traveled last year. Of ... Continue reading
NASCAR and CCC Launch Campaign to Address Rising Fuel Costs
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VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., June 28 -- In an effort to help prevent engine idling and to significantly reduce noise, pollution and fuel costs for commercial and military vehicles, Technology Management Inc. (TMI), a leading Cleveland-based developer of modular solid oxide fuel cell systems, is collaborating with Ricardo -- ... Continue reading
Henkel Automotive Web Site Receives Three IABC Renaissance Awards
New site Recognized with Best in Show Award, Award of Excellence and Award of Honor MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., June 28 -- Henkel Corporation's North American Automotive Group Web site (http://automotive.henkel.com/ ) has been selected as a recipient of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Detroit ... Continue reading
Brazil is the World's Leading Producer of Bio-Ethanol - Biofuel Market Worldwide (2006)
DUBLIN, Ireland--June 28, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c38816) has announced the addition of Biofuel Market Worldwide (2006) to their offering. The report "Biofuel Market Worldwide (2006)" provides an updated and detailed overview of the Biofuel market worldwide. It examines the ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Forecasts June Auto Sales: Imports Gaining Market Share Halfway Through 2006
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--June 28, 2006--This month's new vehicle sales (including fleet sales) are expected to be 1.54 million units, an eight percent decrease from June 2005 and a four percent increase from May 2006, according to Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. This amounts to a seaso ... Continue reading
Dunlop Drivers Cup Attracts Internet Auto Enthusiasts
AKRON, Ohio, June 28 -- Stories about people who meet on the Internet abound, but Dunlop Tire's Andy Traicoff and Janice Consolacion were pleasantly surprised last year. The pair met 12 people in Phoenix at the first-ever U.S. Regional competition of the Dunlop Drivers Cup. A dozen men and women were selected from more ... Continue reading
It's Official...The Smart Car Is Coming To The U.S.
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on June 28th, 2006 at 9:00 AM CST There's been rumors, speculation, and heresay by automotive journalists. There's been hoping, begging, longing and pleading by tree-hugging American smart fans. Today, it's finally official - the smart car is headed to the United States. In a press relea ... Continue reading
IRC Estimates More Than 14 Percent of Drivers Are Uninsured
MALVERN, Pa., June 28 -- Across the United States, if someone is injured in an auto accident, the chances are about one in seven that the at-fault driver is uninsured. According to a recent Insurance Research Council (IRC) study, the estimated percentage of uninsured motorists increased nationally from 12.7 percent in ... Continue reading
MapQuest's New Multi-Stop Route Builder Feature Provides Cost-Efficient Planning for Summer Travels
DENVER--June 28, 2006-- #1 Requested Feature Among MapQuest's 50 Million Visitors Just in time for the busy July 4th travel weekend, MapQuest.com has launched a beta (http://www.mapquest.com/maps-directions/) of its new multi-stop Route Builder feature. This new tool lets travelers save time and money by mapping out th ... Continue reading
smart Vehicles Go USA; Penske's UnitedAuto Group Selected as Future Exclusive Distributor
DETROIT & BOBLINGEN, Germany--June 28, 2006--Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management DaimlerChrysler AG and head of Mercedes Car Group, today announced that the unique and urban-friendly smart brand will enter the U.S. market. Beginning in 2008, the successor to the smart fortwo will be available in U.S. ma ... Continue reading
Nuance Communications Honored as Industry Leader
BURLINGTON, Mass.--June 28, 2006--Nuance Communications, Inc. , a global leader in speech and imaging solutions, today announced it has received the 2006 Growth Strategy Leadership Award from Frost & Sullivan, a global business consulting company. The award recognizes Nuance's innovative technology and leadership posit ... Continue reading
CSK Auto Will Give Away NHRA Autographed Racing Helmet in Free Online Fantasy Racing Game
PHOENIX, June 28 -- CSK Auto, Inc., operator of more than 1,280 Checker, Schuck's, Kragen, and Murray's auto parts stores throughout 22 western and midwestern states, announces another new prize from its popular online fantasy motorsports league. Any player who participates in the 3rd or 4th quarter CSK "Quarter Miler" ... Continue reading
City Engines Announces 30% HCNG Transit Bus Project
RENO, Nev.--June 28, 2006--City Engines Inc., of Reno, Nev., today announced their award of an 18-month low emissions bus program to be jointly funded by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority (LACMTA) and California's South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). The LACMTA is the largest single ... Continue reading
Rewards For Commuters for Sharing Rides and Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Free Admission Tickets to World Class Aquarium Help Take 100,000 Miles Off Local Area Roads ESSEX, Conn., June 28 -- NuRide, Inc. (http://www.nuride.com/), the nation's first incentive-based ridesharing network, announced today that Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration will offer free admission to area commuters ... Continue reading
Austin Grill Serves Up Hot Food and Cool Music to Help Clear the Roads and Clean the Air
Local Tex-Mex Restaurant Joins the Chevron 5,000,000 Mile Rideshare Challenge RESTON, Va., June 28 -- NuRide, Inc. (http://www.nuride.com/), the nation's first incentive-based ridesharing network, announced today that Austin Grill, a local group of Tex-Mex restaurants, will sponsor thousands of commuters who share ride ... Continue reading
Get Your Engines Started for ''Test Drive Wednesdays''
PHOENIX--June 28, 2006--Clear Channel , a leading global media and entertainment company. More information on the company can be found at www.clearchannel.com. Certain statements in this release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forw ... Continue reading
Volvo Car Corporation Will Begin Selling Cars in India
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--June 28, 2006--Volvo Car Corporation (VOLV) (STO:VOLVA) (STO:VOLVB) (Brussels:VLV) has decided to introduce its cars in India, with sales scheduled to start during the fourth quarter of 2006. The new subsidiary, Volvo Car India, will have its head office in Delhi. Volvo Cars will start its product in ... Continue reading
Volvo Names Greatest Treasure Hunters of All Time
Volvo Holds Treasure Hunt for Buried XC90 V8 as Tie-In to Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 28 -- Buried treasure wouldn't be as prized if it weren't for the fanatical treasure hunters trying to dig it up. Today, Volvo Cars of North America named the greatest treasure hunters o ... Continue reading
Rocla's Innovation Becomes an Intelligent Reach Truck
VANTAA, Finland, June 28 -- - Text and Images are Available at www.nordeca.com/rocla (Login: abuzz, Password: curio) Full-service truck manufacturer Rocla has carried out its most significant product launch ever. The new Humanic product family combines a revolutionary technological innovation with top-class design to m ... Continue reading
Honda to Build New Automobile Manufacturing Plant in Indiana
- $550 Million Plant to Employ 2,000 Associates and Begin Production in 2008 - GREENSBURG, Ind., June 28 -- Honda today announced plans to build a $550 million automobile plant on a 1,700-acre tract in Decatur County, Indiana, near Greensburg, 50 miles southeast of Indianapolis. The plant will begin mass production of ... Continue reading
Independence Day Celebration Irwindale Speedway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Kevin OâBrien (626) 358-1100 (714) 448-0346 FIREWORKS AND RACING HEADLINE SATURDAYâS ACTIVITIES AT IRWINDALE SPEEDWAY IRWINDALE, Calif. (June 27, 2006) â Irwindale Speedway will jump start the Independence Day celebration with its annual spectacular fireworks show Saturday ... Continue reading
Ford / AAA Student Auto Skills Competition
âGentlemen, start your engines . . . if you can.â By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Fifty new Mustangs convertibles were neatly arranged on the expansive lawn in the shadow of Ford World Headquarters in Dearborn, MI. It was a warm and hazy summer morning with a threat of thunderstorms. âGe ... Continue reading
China Southern Signs SkyTeam GAAAA Agreement
For web version of this email, visit http://www.admail.net/view/3f190f/689aad/ China Southern Airlines - Press Release For Immediate Release: China Southern Signs SkyTeam GAAAA Agreement; China’s Largest Airline On The Pathway For Full SkyTeam Membership GUANGZHOU, China, June 28, 2006 - China Southern Airlines , - w ... Continue reading
AAA Chicago Says High Fuel Prices Won't Keep July 4th Travelers Home
AURORA, Ill., June 27 -- Both the roads and the skies will be crowded this weekend as record numbers of travelers are expected for the Fourth of July, according to AAA Chicago. AAA estimates that 40.7 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday, a 1.2 percent increase from the 40.2 million who ... Continue reading
Ford Delivers First Shelby GT500 Publicly Sold at Barrett-Jackson Auction for $600,000
FLAT ROCK, Mich.--June 27, 2006--The Barrett-Jackson Auction Co. -- AutoAlliance International Inc. -- home for assembly of the Ford Mustang -- management delivers the keys to the first Ford Shelby GT500 sold to the public -- Auction winner who paid $600,000 for 2007 Shelby GT500 coupe VIN#0002 at the 35th Anniversary ... Continue reading
AMERICAN LE MANS SERIES TEAMS WITH EBAY, SALVATION ARMY
News release and Salvation Army Grid Kids logo attached. Thanks, Ryan Smith Web editor/Media Relations Manager American Le Mans Series 1394 Broadway Ave. Braselton, GA 30517 E-mail: rsmith@americanlemans.com (706) 654-2983, Ext. ... Continue reading
Carter Subaru Honored for 30 Years of Service
-- Outstanding customer service key to Seattle dealership success -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 27 -- Subaru of America, Inc. is honoring Carter Subaru of Seattle for 30 years of outstanding sales and service. As the number one Subaru dealer in the country in total parts and service volume and sales, one of the highest ve ... Continue reading
Charity Events Raise $134,000 During NASCAR Weekend
Contact: John Cardinale (707) 933-3907 Charity Events Raise $134,000 for Speedway Children's Charities During NASCAR Weekend SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - It was a banner weekend for Sonoma County youth groups as two events held during the Dodge/Save Mart 350 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup weekend combined to raise $134,000 ... Continue reading
Chicago ADA Paratransit July 1 Start: Pace Ready, Waiting and Watching; What Riders Need to Know
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill.--June 27, 2006--The buzz of activity at Pace's suburban headquarters and new downtown offices shows no signs of stopping, but Pace officials say they're ready to take on the first completely regional ADA paratransit system on July 1. On that date Pace becomes responsible for service for persons ... Continue reading
CORVETTES HOPE TO KEEP STREAK GOING
News release and photos attached. Thanks, Ryan Smith Web editor/Media Relations Manager American Le Mans Series 1394 Broadway Ave. Braselton, GA 30517 E-mail: rsmith@americanlemans.com (706) 654-2983, Ext. ... Continue reading
David Stremme Pepsi 400 Race Advance
CONTACT: Jennifer Powell, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, (704) 662-9642, jpowell@ganassi.com David Stremme, No. 40 Coors Light Dodge Race Advance Pepsi 400- Daytona International Speedway No. 40 TEAM FACTS: * Second Time Around: The Pepsi 400 marks the start of the second half of the 2006 season. This will be ... Continue reading
Energy Conversion Devices Announces Its Inclusion in the New NASDAQ Global Select Market
The Market with the Highest Initial Standards in the World ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., June 27 -- Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD Ovonics) today announced that it is included in the new NASDAQ Global Select Market. The NASDAQ Global Select Market has the highest initial listing standards of any exchange in the world b ... Continue reading
Fitch Affirms 3 Chase Manhattan Auto Owner Trust Transactions
NEW YORK--June 27, 2006--Fitch has affirmed the following Chase Manhattan Auto Owner Trust transactions listed below: Series 2003-C -- Class A-3 'AAA'; -- Class A-4 'AAA'; -- Certificates 'AA'; Series 2004-A -- Class A-3 'AAA'; -- Class A-4 'AAA'; -- Certificates 'AA'; Series 2005-A -- Class A-2 'AAA'; -- Class A-3 'AA ... Continue reading
Fitch Upgrades 2 from Whole Auto Loan Trust 2003-1 & Affirms 2004-1
NEW YORK--June 27, 2006--Fitch upgrades two classes and affirms six classes of two Whole Auto Loan Trust transactions. The rating actions are as follows: Whole Auto Loan Trust 2003-1 -- Class A notes affirmed at 'AAA' -- Class B notes upgraded to 'AAA' from 'AA' -- Class C notes upgraded to 'AA' from 'A+' Whole Auto Lo ... Continue reading
SAN ANTONIO--June 27, 2006--MDI, Inc. , the leading manufacturer of Unified Technology(TM) solutions for the security industry, today released a case study based on their successful business partnership with Freightliner, LLC, a DaimlerChrysler Company. Based in Portland, Oregon, Freightliner employs over 26,000 people ... Continue reading
MARS International launches National Warranty Service program
PRESS RELEASE M.A.R.S. INTERNATIONAL HAS LAUNCHED A NATIONAL WARRANTY SERVICE PROGRAM ARLINGTON, TX, June 27, 2006. M.A.R.S. InternationalT has launched a National Warranty Service program working with Siskin Enterprises, Inc., manufacturer of Perma-Plate PaintguardR, FiberguardR, LeatherguardR, RustguardR and Soundgua ... Continue reading
Milwaukee Mile NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Teams Test Tues and Wed
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MILWAUKEE MILE 100 YEARS AND ACCELERATING Contact: Jim Tretow, Milwaukee Mile Media & Comm., jtretow@milwaukeemile.com, 414-453-5761 NEXTEL Cup Teams Test The Milwaukee Mile Kurt Busch, Hendrick, Ganassi, Evernham Teams Involved Fans Will Get to Watch Wednesday Again From Grandstands 9am - 5pm Mil ... Continue reading
Mindy's Minute - Weekend Racing Wrap
Press Information: For Immediate Release Contact Information Mindy Stephens Ringers Gloves Public Relations 800.421.8454 _mindys@ringersgloves.com_ (mailto:mindys@ringersgloves.com) MINDY’S MINUTE Shoe Returns to NHRA Winner’s Circle Moorpark, Calif. - (June 27, 2006) Two Ringers supporting teams met in T ... Continue reading
MOMENTUM COULD LEAD TO BACK-TO-BACK VICTORIES FOR TEAM DUPONT
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WARRENVILLE, Ill.--June 27, 2006--Navistar International Corporation announced today that it has launched a cash tender offer and consent solicitation with respect to its outstanding $190.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 2.50 percent senior convertible notes due 2007. Under the terms of the tender offer, Navi ... Continue reading
Preview: Skip Barber National at Road America
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Quick Edit - Jeg Coughlin pockets another $10,000 at Tri-State (JEG'S)
Could use please make the following edit for the release/piece I emailed to you yesterday titled "Jeg Coughlin pockets another $10,000 at Tri-State (JEG'S)": …�??well-known bracket racing ace and former Brian Folk - REMOVE "and former". Sorry for any inconvenience, I had a brain fade. ... Continue reading
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--June 27, 2006--Bud Brutsman, creator of hit reality shows Overhaulin' and Rides, brings his talents to SPEED, with original series, Payback. Debuting July 12 at 10 p.m. ET., Brutsman's latest production taps the creativity of A-list celebrities, and their passion for the 'behind-the-scenes' people who ... Continue reading
SEATTLE--June 27, 2006--The Cobalt Group, Inc., the leading provider of marketing services to the automotive industry, today announced it has promoted Dean Evans, formerly VP Marketing at Cobalt's Dealix Division, to VP Field Marketing for Cobalt's Dealix and applications divisions. "Dean is an outstanding marketer -- ... Continue reading
Toyota Kansas Notes and Quotes
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Travis Kvapil on CBS's Guiding Light
> On the June 29th episode of CBS's Guiding Light, strong-willed Reva > (Kim Zimmer), with encouragement from her doctor Colin McCabe (Paul > Fitzgerald), takes the wheel from NASCAR's Travis Kvapil in an attempt > to prove that her breast cancer diagnosis will not stop her from > living out her dreams. For photos or a ... Continue reading
--The following UCLA School of Law environmental law experts are available for interviews regarding Massachusetts v. EPA, a U.S. Supreme Court case under review in which 12 states have challenged the Environmental Protection Agency's refusal to regulate greenhouse gas emissions in new cars. Sean Hecht Executive Directo ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Executive Assignments
Gary Convis Becomes Chairman of Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky; Steven St. Angelo Named New President of TMMK ERLANGER, Ky., June 27 -- Toyota announced today new assignments for senior level managers at its North American manufacturing operations. "Our executives recognize the important challenges ahead for Toyo ... Continue reading
Texas Students Win Ford/AAA National Auto Repair Crown
DEARBORN, Mich., June 27 -- Racing against the clock and 49 other two-person, student teams from around the country, aspiring auto technicians Bradley J. Bolton and Aaron Clay, seniors at Paris High School, Paris, TX needed 29 minutes and 34 seconds to accurately diagnose and fix their Ford Mustang Convertible to win t ... Continue reading
Agrios' Automated Vehicle Imaging and Data Collection Unit creates high quality digital images of a vehicle from multiple angles simultaneously in less than twenty (20) seconds, while capturing the VIN for additional tracking and storage purposes ATLANTA, June 27 -- Agrios, Inc., announced the first true breakthrough i ... Continue reading
NYSE 2006 Kansas Lottery Indy 300 Fact Sheet
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Sprint Nextel Race Weekend Highlights - Daytona
Sprint Nextel Race Weekend Highlights Daytona International Speedway Nextel Wake-Up Call When: Thursday, June 29, 2:15 p.m. EDT Who: Jimmie Johnson, driver of the No. 48 Lowe's Chevrolet Where: Daytona International Speedway Media Center Nextel Leader Bonus - $80,000 If the points leader wins the Pepsi 400, he will tak ... Continue reading
Doubles the Viewership of NASCAR Race on FX Head-To-Head Delivers More Men 18-49 and Men 18-34 Than Anything Else on Television in Timeslot NEW YORK, June 27 -- The live finale of Spike TV's The Ultimate Fighter 3 drew 2.8 million viewers on Saturday, June 24 (9:00 PM - 12 Midnight) making it the most watched UFC event ... Continue reading
Copart Patent Infringement Case Resolved
FAIRFIELD, Calif.--June 27, 2006--Copart, Inc., announced today the dismissal of all Manheim Services Corporation's claims against Copart alleging patent infringement, and dismissal of all of Copart's counterclaims against Manheim Services Corporation alleging antitrust violations. The matter was resolved amicably with ... Continue reading
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For Immediate Release Contact: johnt@c2group.com Overheating Sidelines Cosmo and Limoges at Mid-Ohio Lexington, OH (27 June 2006)-- Guy Cosmo's reputation as "Mr. Mid- Ohio" was not enough to fight off the bad luck experienced by the Blackforest Motorsports Group No. 8 USG Sheetrock/Ramset Tools Mustang FR500C at Mid-O ... Continue reading
Horsepower TV adds some yellow and black (JEG'S)
Horsepower TV adds some yellow and black Mike Coughlin and his JEG'S Mail Order Chevy Cobalt made a special on-set appearance during a recent taping of the Horsepower TV show. Hostees Courtney Hanson asked Mike all about his newly built Top Sportsman ride. ... Continue reading
Zipcar Announces Additions of Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President of Engineering
Senior Talent and Recent Financing Position Nation's Largest Car Sharing Company for Rapid Expansion and Continued Category Leadership CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 27 -- Zipcar, North America's largest car sharing company, today announced that Sarah Dekin has joined the company in a newly created position as Chief Marketing ... Continue reading
Reed Sorenson, No. 41 Target Dodge Daytona Advance...
Media Contact: Patrick Rogers, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, 704-662-9642, progers@ganassi.com Reed Sorenson, No. 41 Target Dodge Pepsi 400 - Daytona International Speedway Advance - 7/1/06 To view the 2006 Target Racing Media Guide, please visit www.target.com/pressroom Target Team Fast Facts: Paint Scheme C ... Continue reading
LEAMINGTON SPA, England, June 27 -- - With photo New energy absorbing plastic fronts for SUVs and vans will save lives and reduce serious injuries to vulnerable road users according to Concept Mouldings, a leading, UK based automotive parts supplier. More than 900 UK and 12,000 European pedestrians and cyclists are kil ... Continue reading
Klein Tools/Canadian Club 2006 Kansas Lottery Indy 300 Fact Sheet
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Manheim Rolls Out TRA Logistics
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Andrea Mills June 27, 2006 McNeely Pigott & Fox (615) 259-4000 MANHEIM ROLLS OUT TRA LOGISTICS New Department Offers Customers Single Call Solution ATLANTA - Manheim's Total Resource Auctions (TRA) today announced the formation of TRA Logistics, a new department that will provide insuranc ... Continue reading
R. Sorenson No. 41 Discount Tire Advance for the Winn-Dixie 250 @ DIS 06.30.06
Media Contact: Angie Copen, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, 704-662-9642, acopen@ganassi.com Reed Sorenson, No. 41 Discount Tire Dodge Winn-Dixie 250 Presented by Pepsi - Daytona International Speedway - 06.30.06 To view the 2006 Discount Tire Media Guide, please visit www.discounttiremotorsports.com <http://ww ... Continue reading
Team 7-Eleven 2006 Kansas Lottery Indy 300 Fact Sheet
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XM Satellite Radio 2006 Kansas Lottery Indy 300 Fact Sheet
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NHRA NEWSMAKERS: Halfway through and anyone's game
NHRA Newsmakers Your inside glimpse at the world's fastest motorsport INSIDE THE NUMBERS * 24, 44, 2, 28: The difference between No. 1 and No. 2 in the POWERade point standings for Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle, consecutively, after the O'Reilly NHRA Midwest Nationals in St. Louis. For the fir ... Continue reading
Lithia Motors Acquires Eversole Motors in La Crosse, Wisconsin; Lithia's First Store in Wisconsin
MEDFORD, Ore.--June 27, 2006--Lithia Motors, Inc. the country's eighth-largest automotive dealership group, today announced its acquisition of Eversole Motors in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The store has annualized revenues of approximately $25 million and was added to Lithia's operations as Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of La ... Continue reading
Meridian Automotive Systems Announces Consensual Plan of Reorganization
ALLEN PARK, Mich., June 27 -- Meridian Automotive Systems, Inc. today announced that it has reached a consensual agreement with its major creditor constituency classes and will be filing a Third Amended Plan of Reorganization and an Amended Disclosure Statement with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District o ... Continue reading
MultiVu Video Feed: Drivers, Start Your Engines!!!!
Nation's Top Teen Auto Techs Compete in One-of-a-Kind Competition NEW YORK, June 27 -- Now that school's out, many high school graduates are starting their engines in the search for their dream job. For student auto technicians, the Ford/AAA Student Auto Skills National Competition is the ultimate auto savvy challenge. ... Continue reading
NCSL International's Annual Workshop & Symposium - 'Metrology's Impact on Society'
BOULDER, Colo., June 27 -- "Metrology's Impact on Society" will be the focus and theme as hundreds of scientists, engineers and stakeholders from the international measurement science community stream into "Music City," Nashville, TN, August 6 - 10, 2006 to attend NCSL International's annual Workshop & Symposium. (Logo ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Five Year Forecasts for the Automotive Company - General Motors Corporation
DUBLIN, Ireland--June 27, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c38714 ) has announced the addition of General Motors Corporation 2005 - Company Portrait to their offering. General Motors Corporation 2005 report provides 2004 year-end market data, with 2005 estimates and five-year foreca ... Continue reading
Stay Up-to-Date about the Latest Developments in the World's Automotive Powertrain Industry
DUBLIN, Ireland--June 27, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c38716) has announced the addition of Automotive Powertrain Analyst - June Issue to their offering. Automotive Powertrain Analyst is a dedicated round-up of all the latest global happenings and analysis specific to the autom ... Continue reading
TI Automotive Unit Wins Honda Supplier Award
SAO PAULO, Brazil, June 27 -- TI Automotive's subsidiary in Brazil -- TI Brasil Ind. e Com. Ltda. -- has received Honda Automoveis do Brasil's Quality and Delivery Performance Merit Certificate for its outstanding product quality and on-time delivery performance. In presenting the award, Honda noted that TI Automotive' ... Continue reading
Images Showcasing the Functionality of New Vehicles Increasingly Important to Online Shoppers WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., June 27 -- HUMMER.com is the most useful manufacturer Web site for new-vehicle shopping, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Manufacturer Web Site Evaluation Study(SM) -- Wave 2 released t ... Continue reading
Newman to Drive Sprint & Midget
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JUNE 27, 2006 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER RYAN NEWMAN SET FOR SPRINT/MIDGET "DOUBLE" AT CMS IN USAC "SALUTE TO THE RED, WHITE & BLUE" "Rocketman" Ryan Newman of South Bend, Ind., USAC's 1999 Silver Crown Champion and the only driver to earn "Rookie of the Year honors in all three USAC Nati ... Continue reading
Brabus Rocket Becomes The World's Fastest Sedan
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on June 27th, 2006 at 9:30 AM CST While browsing our inbox this morning, we received an email from our good friend Vincent at Autoblog.nl, who graciously tipped us off to the fact that the Brabus' self-titled Rocket, a Mercedes CLS fitted with the 600-series' V12, has officially garnishe ... Continue reading
1.2 Million Michiganians Have July 4 Travel Plans, Says AAA
International leisure travel bookings are increasing DEARBORN, Mich., June 27 -- An estimated 1.2 million Michiganians will travel during the 2006 Fourth of July holiday, according to a recent AAA survey of 1,500 U.S. residents. Of this number, 88 percent will travel by car and 12 percent will travel by air. This year, ... Continue reading
LONG BEACH, Calif.--June 27, 2006--Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. today announced the results of the "It's Time for Technology" survey conducted by Roper Public Affairs(1). According to the survey, more than 50 percent of Americans are ready to upgrade their existing home and mobile consumer electronics to take advanta ... Continue reading
Automation Alley Technology Center Helps Local Companies Grow, Develop New Products
TROY, Mich., June 27 -- The Automation Alley Technology Center is providing Southeast Michigan companies the funding, entrepreneurship assistance, training and networking opportunities needed to support business development throughout the region. Recently, the Technology Center used its resources to assist software pro ... Continue reading
Bonal International, Inc. Year-End Sales Increase 31 Percent with Record Profit
ROYAL OAK, Mich., June 27 -- Bonal International, Inc. today announced consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2006 with its second consecutive year of record profit. Net sales increased 31 percent and totaled $1,982,072, from $1,511,431 in the previous year. Before tax net income came in at ... Continue reading
Detroit Diesel Offers 'The Real Deal' When it Comes to Parts and Service
DETROIT, June 27 -- Detroit Diesel Corporation is committed to helping customers understand the significant difference between genuine and non-genuine parts. So much so, that the company recently launched an extensive campaign centered on making sure fleet managers and owner/operators "get the real deal" when it comes ... Continue reading
GEICO's Mechanical Breakdown Insurance (MBI) Offers Peace of Mind for Auto Owners
CHEVY CHASE, Md., June 27 -- GEICO, nearing the sale of its one millionth mechanical breakdown insurance (MBI) policy, reminds auto owners of the benefits of this unique coverage. GEICO's mechanical breakdown insurance (MBI) policy is an all-risk policy designed to protect policyholders after the car's warranty is up. ... Continue reading
Taylor Racing Gets Back into the Groove at Crandon
For immediate release June 26, 2006 Belvidere, IL Taylor Gets Back in the Groove â Takes Point Lead Scott Taylor and his #8 Skyjacker Suspension, BFGoodrich Tires Ford F-150 came to Crandon to let the competition know not to count him out for the 2006 Lucas Oil CORR Pro-2 Championship. In the first two rounds of c ... Continue reading
KUKA Robotics Sponsors High School Mini-Chopper Build Project
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich.--June 27, 2006--KUKA Robotics Corporation, a leading global manufacturer of industrial robots, today announced it is sponsoring the Mini-Chopper Build project, modeled after the popular TV show "American Chopper" for high school students in the Wisconsin area. The program is part of an annual ev ... Continue reading
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