Johnson Wins at SSP on Thursday Night
Contact: Todd Fisher Bryan Householder (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JASON JOHNSON CLAIMS SECOND SSP SPRINT WIN ON THURSDAY Newberrytown, PA (July 28, 2005) - Jason Johnson raced to victory in Thursday’s 25-lap Sprint Car feature at Susquehanna Speedway Park. Jason Rochelle won the Legends featur ... Continue reading
Hooper Holmes Announces 2005 Second Quarter Financial Results
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., July 28 -- Hooper Holmes, Inc. (AMEX:HH) today reported its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005. Total revenues for the quarter increased 2.5% to $84.9 million compared to $82.8 million in the second quarter of 2004. Net income was $3.4 million or $0.05 per diluted share, t ... Continue reading
Rajesh Shah Appointed Chief Operating Officer for Remy International
ANDERSON, Ind., July 28 -- Remy International, Inc., Board of Directors announces the appointment of current CFO Rajesh Shah to the new position of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Remy International, effective immediately. The company has commenced a search for a CFO. Shah will be responsible f ... Continue reading
2006 Cadillac STS-V Reaches New Performance Level - Supercharged Northstar boosted to 469-hp
DETROIT, MI - Cadillac's upcoming 2006 STS-V not only enhances the performance of the current STS sedan, it also has eclipsed the goals set during its development. With testing now complete, the STS-V is certified at 469 horsepower, significantly more than the 440 estimated at the car's world debut earlier this year. P ... Continue reading
Toyota Worldwide Sales Scorecard January - June 2005
July 28, 2005 Toyota Announces Results for June and the January to June Period for 2005 Tokyo — TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) today announced the production, sales in Japan and export results of TMC and subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. and Hino Motors, Ltd., for June 2005 and the January to June period, 200 ... Continue reading
Honda FCX Integrates Hydrogen Station Locating Navigation System
July 27, 2005 -- Torrance, Calif. -- Honda announced today that all hydrogen fuel cell-powered 2005 FCX vehicles will be equipped with a Honda developed navigation system. This new navigation system is the first in the world to incorporate the location of hydrogen stations, including stations being developed as part of ... Continue reading
2005 Hyundai Elantra GLS Review
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS MODEL: Hyundai Elantra GLS ENGINE: 2.0-liter DOHC L4 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 138 hp @ 6,000 rpm/136 lb.-ft. @ 4,500 rpm TRANSMISSION: 4-speed automatic WHEELBASE: 102.7 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: 178.1 x 67.9 x 56.1 in. TIRES: P195/60R15 CARGO: 12.9 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2006 BMW 330i It's good to be the king, but when you're the king, someone is always out to get you. And when you're the benchmark in the compact sports-luxury class, it's no different. The BMW 3-Series has held that enviable position since the advent of the 320i in 1978, when it ad ... Continue reading
Green shoots for three in a row in St. Louis
Eddyville, Ky. – Mark Green will attempt to qualify in his third consecutive event for Keith Coleman Racing behind the wheel of the #23 BMAR Support Our Troops Chevrolet on Saturday. Green will be racing the same car he drove the previous two weeks. He finished 27th at New Hampshire International Speedway and 20t ... Continue reading
Crosby ready for another first look
C Eddyville, Ky. – Kim Crosby will be seeing the race track for the first time on Friday when she arrives at Gateway International Raceway. It will be the third time in the last four weeks that Crosby has run at a track she had never seen before. “It is just something you have to deal with as a rookie drive ... Continue reading
CASCAR - N#7 - Sun Valley Super Series Preview
CASCAR SUPER SERIES: SUN VALLEY SPEEDWAY PREVIEW CASCAR returns to British Columbia for this weekend’s Super Series event at Vernon’s Sun Valley Speedway VERNON, BC - Canada’s top stock car series will make its inaugural appearance at Sun Valley Speedway this weekend when the CASCAR Super Series visit ... Continue reading
NASCAR NEXTEL Greg Biffle Conference Call Transcript
Wednesday, July 27, 2005 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Teleconference West Coast Media Greg Biffle (Driver of the No. 16 National Guard Ford Taurus) As part of the monthly series of NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series conference calls, West Coast media members took part in a question-and-answer session with NASCAR NEXTEL Cup driver Greg Biff ... Continue reading
Stevens looking for a bit of luck in Sonoma
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2005 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 15 of 23 FRAM-AUTOLITE NHRA NATIONALS INFINEON RACEWAY SONOMA, Calif. Race Dates: July 29-31, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell, 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net STEVENS LOOKING FOR A LITTLE BIT OF LUCK IN SONOMA SO ... Continue reading
Lebanon Valley Speedway Late Model Show
"Tail Gate" Party In Effect! By: Rodney Rescott July 22, 2005 West Lebanon, NY: In an announcement made earlier today, Lebanon Valley Speedway, and its management have agreed that in the tradition of the World of Outlaws®, the greatest show on Dirt, that they will bring back the Tail Gate Party for the First Ever Appe ... Continue reading
ADP Dealer Services Achieves Double Milestone With Its Next Generation DMS and ASP Managed Services
-- Each system now supports more than 100,000 users -- HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., July 28 -- Leading the industry with an evolutionary technology system that helps automotive and truck dealerships manage the day-to-day operations of their dealerships, The Dealer Services Group of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. today annou ... Continue reading
Best Buy Recognizes J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. with Prestigious Quality Partnership Award
LOWELL, Ark.--July 28, 2005--J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. announced today that the company has been recognized by Best Buy Co., Inc., one of the largest retailers of technology and entertainment products, with the prestigious 2005 Best Buy Quality Partnership award. "J.B. Hunt's dedication to outstanding service ... Continue reading
PORTLAND, Ore.--July 28, 2005-- Popular Compli Director for Compliance Management to be Extended with Content From Subsidiary of the Nation's Leading Employment Law Firm for Automobile Dealerships Leading compliance software company Compli(R) and PreventionPoint LLC, a subsidiary of national employment law firm Fisher ... Continue reading
Delphi to Announce Second Quarter Financial Results On Aug. 8
WHAT: Delphi Corp. will host a briefing and conference call for news media representatives, institutional investors and security analysts to discuss Delphi's second quarter 2005 financial results. WHO: Delphi's Chairman and CEO Robert S. "Steve" Miller and Delphi's acting Chief Financial Officer John Sheehan will host ... Continue reading
EnerTeck Corporation Announces Exclusive Reseller and Market Development Agreement
STAFFORD, Texas, July 28 -- EnerTeck Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: ETCK) (the "Company") announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, EnerTeck Chemical Corp. ("ECC") has entered into an Exclusive Reseller and Market Development Agreement (the "Agreement") with Custom Fuel Services Inc. ("Custom"). Under the Agreeme ... Continue reading
Expedia Adds Three New Members to Its Preferred Car Vendor Program
BELLEVUE, Wash., July 28 -- Expedia.com(R), one of the world's leading online travel services, today announced that it has added Budget, Payless and Europcar to its Platinum Marketing Program for preferred car rental vendors. The companies join Advantage, Hertz and Enterprise in this program and expand the breadth of p ... Continue reading
DETROIT--July 28, 2005--Greater Media, Inc. announces its three Detroit radio stations are officially broadcasting in High Definition (HD) digital radio and have launched companion independent multicasting channels for WRIF 101.1FM, 94.7 FM WCSX and WMGC 105.1FM. HD radio is a digital signal that provides CD quality so ... Continue reading
ATLANTA--July 28, 2005--Green Parts International, Inc. (OTC: GNPT.PK) announced today that sales in first two quarters of 2005 increased over 100% compared to the same time period for the entire four quarters of 2004. Green Parts operates salvage yards and auto parts refurbishment centers in Atlanta where it services ... Continue reading
Hooper Holmes Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., July 28 -- Hooper Holmes, Inc. (AMEX:HH) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.015 per share, payable on Friday, August 26, 2005 to all shareholders of record on Friday, August 12, 2005. Hooper Holmes provides outsourced risk assessment services, inclu ... Continue reading
Identifix Receives ASE Blue Seal of Excellence Recognition
LAS VEGAS--July 28, 2005---Identifix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mobile Productivity Inc., has been accepted into the prestigious Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Blue Seal of Excellence Recognition Program. Identifix is one of the nation's best sources for knowledge on what breaks, which vehicles it breaks on, an ... Continue reading
New VW Arm Rests from TMI Products
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Mariellen Fagan 330-494-6999, ext. 201 mfagan@crowlinc.com Dean Satterfield 800-624-7960 dean@tmiproducts.com (Click on either image to download a high resolution photo) TMI PRODUCTS INTRODUCES NEW VOLKSWAGEN ARM RESTS CORONA, CA - The Classic Automotive Interior Division of TMI Products ... Continue reading
Over 150 Vehicles Will Be Auctioned Off at This Event SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 28 -- NowAuto, Inc. announced today that wholly owned subsidiary Sunburst Car Company will mark its 13-year anniversary this Saturday, July 30th. Its celebration will include a Nissan Truck giveaway, communitywide open house, entertainment, a ... Continue reading
PARIS, France, July 28 -- Valeo announced today that its Valeo Electrical Systems Inc., VESI, subsidiary in North America has taken the decision to close the Rochester, New York, facility in the light of the rapidly worsening financial situation of the plant. Discussions have been opened with the IUE-CWA Local 509 Unio ... Continue reading
ZAP Makes Donation to American Lung Association
Half the Proceeds From eBay Auction for First Public Sale of Smart Car Americanized by ZAP Goes to Clean Air SANTA ROSA, Calif., July 28 -- ZAP , pioneering the next generation of advanced transportation and energy technologies, announced today that it has fulfilled its commitment to the American Lung Association-Redwo ... Continue reading
Energy Bill Substantiates Critical Role of Diesel Technology in U.S. Energy Policy
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Allen Schaeffer, executive director of the Diesel Technology Forum, issued the following statement today as the House and Senate vote on a final energy bill that will likely make its way to President Bush later this week: "Congress has recognized the important role clean diesel technology will pl ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Begins Production of Jeep(R) Commander in Detroit
* New Jeep model expands the Jeep lineup to four SUVs * Jefferson North Assembly Plant becomes Company's next multi-product plant * Retooling was done at previous product changeover * Process changes taking root throughout system AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 28 -- The Chrysler Group is today marking the manufacturing laun ... Continue reading
CPSC Posts Recalls to its Web Site
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) today announced the following voluntary recall alerts were posted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at http://www.cpsc.gov/. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030904/USCSCLOGO ) Company Name Product Name ... Continue reading
All-New 2006 Passat Makes North American Debut at Meadow Brook Concours d'Elegance Press Preview
WHAT: The North American debut of the all-new 2006 Passat 2.0T and the world debut of the all-new Passat 3.6L, which marks the return of Volkswagen's renowned narrow-angle technology. The Passat is Volkswagen's best-selling midsize car, and is credited as a car that forever changed the perception of what a midsize seda ... Continue reading
SANTA MONICA, Calif., July 28 -- This month's car sales will top 1.72 million units, an 11.1 percent increase over July 2004 (or 15.4 percent when adjusted for the one less selling day this year), according to Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prn ... Continue reading
Experimental HondaJet Makes Public World Debut at EAA AirVenture 2005
OSHKOSH, Wis., July 28 -- With a demonstration flight that included several flybys and a perfect landing in front of a packed crowd of aviation enthusiasts, the experimental HondaJet made its public world debut today at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture 2005 in Oshkosh, Wis. AirVenture is the world ... Continue reading
Greg Deveson to join Magna Powertrain as President North America
AURORA, ON, Canada and OBERWALTERSDORF, Austria, July 28 /PRNewswire- FirstCall/ -- Magna International Inc. announced today that Mr. Greg Deveson will assume the position of President Magna Powertrain North America in September 2005. "I am very pleased to have Mr. Deveson join Magna Powertrain. I have known Mr. Deveso ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Firestone North America Adds New Winter Tires - Cool
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Media Center (877) 201-2373 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 28, 2005) – Summer heat continues, but Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC (BFNT) is already preparing for the winter months ahead with size additions to the Bridgestone® Blizzak™ LM-22 RFT, Bridgestone Blizzak LM- ... Continue reading
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.--July 28, 2005--The employee discount programs being offered by the Big Three are moving some consumers away from financing through the manufacturers' captive financing arms, according to the Power Information Network (PIN). PIN finds that the percentage of consumers using the Big Three's capti ... Continue reading
Visions of Sugarplums and the All-New 2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class ...
Let the Holiday Dreaming Begin!! Mercedes-Benz to Offer Exclusive Signature Edition of All-New 2007 S-Class Flagship Sedan in Annual Saks Fifth Avenue 'The Gift' Holiday Catalog Pioneering technology meets bespoke luxury in limited edition of the world's most desirable luxury sedan MONTVALE, N.J., July 28 -- Mercedes-B ... Continue reading
SMC Networks Brings Connectivity and Profits to Hospitality Locales -- from Resorts to Truck Stops
IRVINE, Calif.--July 28, 2005-- SMC's Solutions for Hospitality -- Including Extended Ethernet and Robust Enterprise Wireless Access Solutions -- Enable Increased Operational Efficiency and Open Revenue Opportunities SMC Networks (www.smc.com) today announced that its Enterprise Wireless Access Points, Bridges, Amps an ... Continue reading
Westport Results for First Quarter Ending June 30, 2005 Show Steady Progress
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--July 28, 2005--Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT) today reported results for its first fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2005, and provided an update on its business operations. Westport's consolidated net loss for the three months ended June 30, 2005 was $6.2 million ($0.08 loss per share) co ... Continue reading
New Vice President Named at BMW Manufacturing Co.
SPARTANBURG, S.C., July 28 -- Dr. Thomas Arlt has been named Vice President of Logistics and Information Technology at BMW Manufacturing Co. He replaces Manfred Stoeger, who has assumed responsibility for after sales technical services and market development in Munich. Arlt has most recently been manager of Logistics P ... Continue reading
As Movie Release Date Approaches, Car Enthusiasts Clamor for Charger WHAT: With Warner Bros. Pictures' movie remake of the hit television series "The Dukes of Hazzard" set to premiere in Hollywood on July 28, Kelley Blue Book reports that the value of the 1969 Dodge Charger, the famed car used as the Dukes' "General Le ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--July 28, 2005--LKQ Corporation today reported results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2005, with revenue of $136.0 million, net income of $7.6 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.33. "For the second quarter we exceeded our previously issued revenue and earnings estimates. We once again achieved ... Continue reading
Micronas Expands 32-Bit MCU Line for Automotive Dashboard and Car Body Electronics Applications
Please find below the latest press release of Micronas. A press photo is available at this URL: http://www.micronas.com/press/pressreleases/pressrelease.php?year= <http://www.micronas.com/press/pressreleases/pressrelease.php?year=& ; amp;ID=450&x =16&y=4> &ID=450&x=16&y=4 Micronas Expands 32-Bit MCU Line for Automotive ... Continue reading
Rolls Royce Strike Ballot to Start Next Week and Union Warns Action Could Spread
LONDON, July 28 -- Amicus members at the Rolls Royce plant at Filton, Bristol will receive ballots for strike action next week in a dispute over the sacking of an Amicus convenor at the site. 94 Amicus test engineers working on the site will receive forms next Wednesday (3rd August) for the week long ballot. If they vo ... Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Group Joins New Russell Microcap Index
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, July 28 -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. , today announced it joined the Russell Microcap Index. The newly launched Russell Microcap Index, which debuted on July 1, is comprised of the smallest 1,000 securities in the small-cap Russell 2000 Index along with the next 1,000 smallest companies, based on ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Reports Second Quarter Results
TULSA, Okla., July 28 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. , today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005. Total revenue for the 2005 second quarter was $367.7 million, a 3.6 percent increase over the 2004 second quarter. Net income for the quarter was $11.3 million, or $.43 per diluted share. ... Continue reading
Gabriel Technologies Partners With Hawk Associates for Investor Relations
OMAHA, Neb.--July 28, 2005--Gabriel Technologies Corp. (OTCBB:GWLK), a developer and manufacturer of locking systems for the transportation and shipping industries, announced today that it has engaged Hawk Associates to provide investor relations services. Keith Feilmeier, CEO of Gabriel Technologies, said, "Hawk Assoc ... Continue reading
Greyfield Responds with Full Disclosure and Reports Inventory Numbers
KAMLOOPS, British Columbia--July 28, 2005--Greyfield Capital, Inc (Pink Sheets:GRYF) has responded with full disclosure documentation. The document is available on www.theautorama.com/greyfield disclosure.pdf The document consists of 45 pages and will take a few minutes to download. This documentation includes the agre ... Continue reading
Infinity Property and Casualty Reports Revenue Growth of 15% on Solid Earnings
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., July 28 -- Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation , a national provider of personal automobile insurance with an emphasis on nonstandard auto insurance, today reported for the second quarter of 2005: Three Months Ended June 30, Six Months Ended June 30, (in millions, except per share amounts and r ... Continue reading
South Carolina Courting Automotive Sector, an Advisory from Industrialinfo.com
HOUSTON--July 28, 2005--Researched by Industrialinfo.com (Industrial Information Resources, Incorporated; Houston, Texas). The state of South Carolina is determined not to be left behind, when it comes to automotive suppliers. There has been a lot of interest in the last couple of years in the state, and Kershaw County ... Continue reading
Tonight Chrysler Presents Vickie Winans' Rising Star Tour and Talent Contest
Join Chrysler Financial for an Incredible Evening of Gospel Music from Up and Coming Gospel Artists and Grammy Award Winner Vickie Winans and Special Guest J. Moss What: Chrysler Financial Presents Vickie Winans' Rising Star Tour and Talent Contest - Chrysler Financial Welcome Address by William F. Jones, Jr. - The fea ... Continue reading
Flow International Announces Fiscal 2005 Fourth Quarter and Year End Results
Quarterly Waterjet Sales Up 40%, Annual Waterjet Sales Up 30%, Equity Raise Allows for Elimination of Subordinated Debt KENT, Wash., July 28 -- Flow International Corporation , the world's leading supplier of ultrahigh-pressure waterjet products, today reported results for its fiscal 2005 fourth quarter and year ended ... Continue reading
CLEVELAND, July 28 -- Parker Hannifin Corporation today reported new records in sales, earnings and cash flow from operations for fiscal-year 2005. Sales topped $8 billion for the first time in the company's 87-year history; diluted earnings per share for the year were also at an all-time high; and cash flow from opera ... Continue reading
Kaydon Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2005 Results
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--July 28, 2005--Kaydon Corporation today announced financial results for the second quarter ended July 2, 2005. Sales were up 23.7 percent, order entry increased 20.1 percent, and net income rose 24.9 percent from the second quarter 2004. Diluted earnings per share were $.40 versus $.33 in the comparab ... Continue reading
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.--July 28, 2005--ASV, Inc. today reported its fifth consecutive quarter of record sales and earnings results. Net sales for the second quarter of 2005 increased 45% to $56.7 million, compared to $39.1 million for the same period in 2004. Assisted by a 210 basis point improvement in its gross profit p ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Announces Record Second Quarter Sales, Improved Earnings
Record Backlog, Return to Profitability for Crimson Fire Highlight Quarter CHARLOTTE, Mich., July 28 -- Spartan Motors, Inc. today announced its highest ever second quarter sales and a 12.8 percent improvement in net earnings for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005, compared to the same period of last year. The Char ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Reports Solid Second Quarter 2005
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 28 -- BorgWarner Inc. today reported solid results for the second quarter of 2005 in spite of lower vehicle production in North America and modest growth elsewhere in the world. Strong demand for BorgWarner technology around the world, along with continued cost efficiencies, helped boost resul ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Posts Operating Profit of $2.0 Billion in Second Quarter of 2005
- Group operating profit of $2.4 billion, excluding charges related to the realignment of the smart business model - Total revenues grew by 4% to $46.5 billion - Net income increased by $194 million to $892 million (+28%) - Excluding charges related to the realignment of the smart business model, Group operating profit ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Supervisory Board Changes Company's Top Management
- Prof. Jurgen E. Schrempp (60) to leave the company on December 31, 2005 - Dr. Dieter Zetsche (52) new Chairman of the Board of Management, effective January 1, 2006 - Thomas W. LaSorda (51) to head Chrysler Group, as of January 1, 2006 - Eric Ridenour (47) new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Chrysler Group STUTTGART ... Continue reading
AutoNation Reports Second-Quarter 2005 Earnings From Continuing Operations
* Total store revenue growth of 4% * Same store revenue growth of 2% for new vehicles, 4% for retail used vehicles, 7% for parts and service and 4% for finance and insurance FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 28 -- AutoNation, Inc. , America's largest automotive retailer, today reported 2005 second- quarter net income from co ... Continue reading
Asbury Automotive Group Reports Second Quarter Financial Results
- Income from Continuing Operations Increased 9% - - Same-Store Retail Revenue Rose 9%; Same-Store Retail Gross Profit Increased 7% - NEW YORK, July 28 -- Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. , one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., today reported financial results for the second quarter and s ... Continue reading
Supreme Industries Reports Improved Earnings and Revenues for the Second-Quarter
GOSHEN, Ind.--July 28, 2005--Supreme Industries, Inc. (AMEX:STS): -- Quarterly revenues increased 5% to record $95.4 million -- EPS in the quarter increased 53% -- Order backlog remains strong at $72.6 million -- Supreme joins Russell Microcap(TM) Index Supreme Industries, Inc. -- (AMEX:STS), a leading manufacturer of ... Continue reading
Dover Motorsports, Inc. Reports Higher Results for the Second Quarter
DOVER, Del., July 28 -- Dover Motorsports, Inc. today reported its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005. Net earnings for the quarter ended June 30, 2005 were $8,284,000 or $.21 per diluted share compared with $5,163,000 or $.13 per diluted share for the same period last year. The second quarter 2005 resu ... Continue reading
Timken Company Announces Record Second Quarter Results; Raises Outlook
CANTON, Ohio, July 28 -- The Timken Company today reported a 17 percent increase in sales and more than doubling of earnings per share for the second quarter of 2005, compared to a year ago. "We are pleased to report both record sales and second-quarter earnings per share. As these results demonstrate, we have leverage ... Continue reading
Capital Automotive Reports Second Quarter Results
Highlights * 23% Increase in Revenue Compared to Second Quarter 2004 * 15% Increase in Diluted Net Income Per Share and 8% Increase in Diluted Funds From Operations ("FFO") Per Share Compared to Second Quarter 2004, After Excluding a 2004 Debt Extinguishment Charge * Completion of Over $200 Million of New Real Estate I ... Continue reading
Reynolds and Reynolds Executive Leaves to Join i2 Technologies
DAYTON, Ohio, July 28 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company announced today that Michael J. Berry, senior vice president, Solutions Management will leave the company to join i2 Technologies , a leading provider of supply chain solutions headquartered in Dallas, Texas. "I appreciate the contributions Mike has made during ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Reports Second Quarter 2005 Financial Results
New business backlog increased by 30% to $1.3 billion DETROIT, July 28 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today reported sales and earnings for the second quarter of 2005. Second Quarter 2005 highlights - Second quarter sales of $867.7 million - 10% year-over-year ... Continue reading
DURA Automotive Reports Second Quarter 2005 Results
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--July 28, 2005--DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , today reported revenues of $623.8 million for the second quarter ended July 3, 2005, compared to $658.8 million in the prior-year quarter. Net income for the quarter was $3.0 million, or $0.16 per diluted share, compared to net income of $3.3 millio ... Continue reading
DURA Automotive Signs Joint Venture Agreement with Olhotronic GmbH to Create Duratronics GmbH
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--July 27, 2005-- New company to supply growing mechatronic systems market DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , today announced that it has entered into a joint venture agreement with Olhotronic GmbH to develop, manufacture and sell electronic modules used in mechatronic systems for the automotive indu ... Continue reading
Aftermarket Technology Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2005 Results
- Net sales increased 7.1% quarter-over-quarter - Record sales in Logistics - Income from continuing operations increased 21.0% quarter-over-quarter - Earnings per share at $0.35 exceeded guidance DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 27 -- Aftermarket Technology Corp. , today reported financial results for the second quarter of 2 ... Continue reading
Petersen/ White Lightning Enters Portland Saturday Night Special
Petersen/ White Lightning Enters Portland Saturday Night Special PORTLAND, Ore., July 27, 2005 – Saturday night racing has long been a mainstay of American motorsports. On July 30th, Petersen Motorsports/ White Lightning Racing will help blaze new territory in that great tradition as the American Le Mans Series (ALMS ... Continue reading
AAA Minnesota/Iowa Awards Grants to Schools for Safety Programs
BURNSVILLE, Minn., July 27 -- AAA Minnesota/Iowa, through its Midwest Traffic Safety Foundation, awarded $100 grants to 100 schools across the two state region today. This is the fourth year AAA Minnesota/Iowa has made these grants available to public or private schools to be used for traffic safety activities includin ... Continue reading
Alcan and Canadian Auto Workers Local 2301 sign new three year labour agreement in Kitimat
MONTREAL, July 27 -- Alcan Inc. (NYSE, TSX: AL) announced today that its Kitimat, British Columbia smelter's hourly workers have ratified a new three-year labour agreement with the Company. Members of the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) Local 2301 voted in favour of the new agreement yesterday. "I am very pleased with the ... Continue reading
For immediate release Wednesday, July 27, 2005 Contact: Nancy J. Rabenold of AMS (813) 621-7881 Internet Technology Attracts Carriage Trade Public Auto Auction to OnLine RingmanSM TAMPA, Fla. JULY 27, 2005 Carriage Trade Public Auto Auction of Conshohocken, PA has selected Auction Management Solution’s patented ... Continue reading
Anchor General Insurance Company (AGIC) Selects ADP's Solution to Run Their DRP Network
SAN RAMON, Calif., July 27 -- ADP Claims Services Group, a leading provider of integrated business solutions for the property and casualty, collision repair and automotive recycling industries, today announced that AGIC has selected ADP's Managed Repair Solution, powered by eAutoclaims, to administer its managed repair ... Continue reading
CallCommand's CallStream Helps Toyota of Palm Beach Increase Sales by 30%
CINCINNATI--July 27, 2005--CallCommand(TM), a leading provider of Web-based communication solutions to automotive retailers nationwide, today announced that Palm Beach Toyota, part of the United Auto Group , increased new car sales by 10% year over year, with CallCommand's powerful Web-based calling system, CallStream( ... Continue reading
G Squared Motorsports and Chip Ellis hope momentum continues
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE G SQUARED MOTORSPORTS OWNERS: GEORGE BRYCE & GEORGE SMITH NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE: G SQUARED S&S BUELL RIDER: CHIP ELLIS MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz PHONE: 770-476-8477 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net 18TH ANNUAL NHRA FRAM AUTOLITE NATIONALS INFINEON RACEWAY - SONOMA ... Continue reading
Nano-App Summit to Open NANO Week
Three-day program will explore nano products in automotive, aerospace and consumer products industries CLEVELAND, July 27 -- New products and applications based on nanotechnology will be the focus of the Nano-App Summit to be held at the Wyndham Hotel at Playhouse Square in downtown Cleveland during NANO Week, October ... Continue reading
PPG Honored as 2004 Visteon Important Partner
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich.--July 27, 2005--PPG Industries was named as a Visteon Important Partner, exemplifying "Best in Class" performance as a North American non-metals supplier to meet Visteon Corporation's needs. PPG supplies Visteon with a full line of coatings for the automotive parts and accessories market such ... Continue reading
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release Contact: Cheryl Peck (cheryl.peck@cpd-associates.com) Phone: 1-800-573-4756 HP's Christian Verstraete to round out keynote speaker line-up at CPDA's PLM Road Map Conference Stamford, CT - July 27, 2005 - Collaborative Product Development Associates (CPDA) announces that Christian Ver ... Continue reading
ROCKETSPORTS TRANS-AM PREVIEW: SAN JOSE
MEDIA CONTACT: Bruce Lyon brucel@rocketsportsracing.com (517) 337-2600FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEROCKETSPORTS TRANS-AM PREVIEW: SAN JOSE LANSING, Mich. (July 27, 2005) Rocketsports Racing will take their Trans-Am series’ Jaguars to the streets of San Jose, California for the inaugural Taylor Woodrow San Jos ... Continue reading
TOMOS-USA JOINS ROCKETSPORTS RACING
MEDIA CONTACT: Bruce Lyon brucel@rocketsportsracing.com (517) 337-2600FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ROCKETSPORTS BRINGS NEW INTERNATIONAL SPONSOR, TOMOS-USA, TO THE CHAMP CAR WORLD SERIESLANSING, Mich. (July 27, 2005) Rocketsports Racing would like to introduce TOMOS USA as their official supplier of paddock transportati ... Continue reading
VERNON HILLS, Ill.--July 27, 2005--When John Crilly of Wheaton, IL entered "America's Ultimate Garage" contest in 2004, he had big dreams of winning an amazing garage makeover. Then it happened. He was chosen as the grand prize winner among the more than 10,000 entries submitted, and his "ultimate garage" makeover has ... Continue reading
IHRA Harold Martin Pre Race: For Harold Martin, Racing is More About Relationships...
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Team ACDelco IHRA Pre-Race Fact Sheet Harold Martin, Owner/Driver ACDelco Pro Modified Pontiac Grand Am Event: Fourth Annual ACDelco Canadian Nationals, the seventh event on the 12-race, 2005 IHRA Hooters Drag Racing Series. Location ... Continue reading
Large Direct ATV and Dirt Bike importer in Atlanata, GA.
I received your email address from google search. I just wanted to take a minute and introduce ourselves. We have a large direct import warehouse in Atlanta, GA. We stock hundreds of ATV's, Dirt Bikes, Choppers, Ninjas, Scooters and electric bikes. We just received a new boat container this week of 110 and 150 cc ATVs. ... Continue reading
Rocketsports Racing San Jose Pre-Race Report
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Heather Haupt ▪ cell: (517) 927-8472 ▪ e-mail: heatherh@rocketsportsracing.com ANOTHER NEW VENUE, ANOTHER NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR ROCKETSPORTS RACING TO CAPITALIZE EAST LANSING, Mich. (July 26, 2005) – The Rocketsports duo of Timo Glock and Ryan Hunter-Reay get set to kick off t ... Continue reading
Rocketsports Racing San Jose Preview
My apologies for the first mailing, as it was blank when it sent to most of you. We are using a new system for the first time. Sorry for any inconvenience. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Heather Haupt ▪ cell: (517) 927-8472 ▪ e-mail: heatherh@rocketsportsracing.com mailto:heatherh@roc ... Continue reading
WJ's Wrap Sheet - Infineon Raceway Edition
(Note: The following is sent as a supplement to the Warren Johnson Sonoma Pre Race release sent earlier today, and serves to provide a look back on WJ's career at Infineon Raceway. ... Continue reading
Accuride Corporation Announces Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--July 27, 2005--Accuride Corporation will host its quarterly conference call to discuss second quarter results on Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 1:30 p.m. Central Time. This call is being webcast and can be accessed at Accuride's web site at http://www.accuridecorp.com/InvPR/CorpGov.aspx. The dial-in informatio ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Appoints Richard O. Schaum to Board of Directors
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 27 -- BorgWarner Inc. announced today that Richard O. Schaum has been appointed to its Board of Directors. The appointment is an addition to the Board, which now numbers eleven. Mr. Schaum, 59, was most recently vice president and general manager of vehicle systems for WaveCrest Laboratories, ... Continue reading
An Expanding Grocery Store Operator and Gasoline Provider Becomes the Latest to Select FuelQuest's FMS Software to Meet Their Complicated Supply Chain Needs HOUSTON, July 27 -- Brookshire Grocery Company selects FuelQuest's Fuel Management System (FMS) to automate their fuel operations. FuelQuest will deliver an end to ... Continue reading
Domino's Pizza and Car Tunes on Parade Team Up to Celebrate Detroit with Pizzazz
Rock on Detroit! ANN ARBOR, Mich., July 27 -- Domino's Pizza , the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, and CarTunes on Parade are partnering to sponsor a contest to encourage metro Detroiters to visit the colorful CarTunes sculptures and celebrate all things Detroit. From today through August 26, 2005, when resi ... Continue reading
Dover Motorsports, Inc. Increases Quarterly Dividend
DOVER, Del., July 27 -- Dover Motorsports, Inc. Board of Directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend on both classes of common stock of $.015 per share. The dividend represents a 50% increase from the previously paid $.01 per share. The dividend will be payable on September 10, 2005 to shareholders of record at ... Continue reading
Grammer Receives Volkswagen Group Award
AMBERG, Germany, July 27 -- Grammer AG has received the 2005 Volkswagen Group Award, presented annually to the company's best suppliers. Recognition is based on development competence, product quality, logistics, business achievement and environmental awareness. Grammer won in the "development competence" category for ... Continue reading
Grupo Imsa Announces Second Quarter 2005 Results
MONTERREY, Mexico--July 27, 2005--Grupo Imsa (BMV:IMSA) today announced results for the second quarter of 2005. Unless otherwise stated, all figures are presented in millions of June 30, 2005 pesos (Ps), or in millions of nominal U.S. dollars(a) (US$). Second Quarter 2005 Highlights -- During second quarter 2005, reven ... Continue reading
ADESA, Inc. Declares Third Quarter 2005 Dividend
$0.075 Per Common Share Outstanding CARMEL, Ind., July 27 -- ADESA, Inc. today announced that the company's Board of Directors declared a 2005 third quarter dividend of $0.075 per common share payable September 15, 2005, to shareholders of record as of August 17, 2005. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/2004070 ... Continue reading
Final The Tire Rack SCCA Solo Tour of 2005 Stops in Denver This Weekend
For Immediate Release Final The Tire Rack SCCA Solo Tour of 2005 Stops in Denver This Weekend TOPEKA, Kan. (July 27, 2005) - One final, mile-high hurdle is all that remains for SCCA Soloists as they prepare for September's The Tire Rack(r) SCCA Solo National Championships. Almost 270 Soloists, many of whom are local, a ... Continue reading
Titan International, Inc. Net sales increase 11% in second quarter 2005
QUINCY, Ill.--July 27, 2005--Titan International, Inc. was $14.3 million, an improvement of $1.6 million or 13% in the quarter, when compared to $12.7 million for second quarter 2004. -- The Company exchanged $33.8 million of convertible notes for equity. -- Debt declined $52.3 million in the quarter to a balance of $1 ... Continue reading
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--July 27, 2005--United Components, Inc. will report financial results for the second quarter of 2005 on Tuesday August 16, 2005. Following the earnings release, the Company will conduct its quarterly conference call for investors and other interested parties on Wednesday August 17, 2005 at 11:00 a.m. E ... Continue reading
ELKHART, Ind.--July 27, 2005--CTS Corporation today announced second quarter 2005 revenues of $158.3 million, a 15% increase over the second quarter of 2004. Diluted earnings per share were $0.10, which included a negative $0.07 per share from repatriation-related tax expense and the reversal of certain tax reserves. T ... Continue reading
Large direct importer of ATV and Dirt Bikes based in Atlanata, GA. - Looking for new dealers.
I received your email address from a web page using google search. I just wanted to take a minute and introduce our company, DirtBikeandATV.com. We are a large direct import warehouse in Atlanta, GA. We stock hundreds of ATV's, Dirt Bikes, Choppers, Ninjas, Scooters and electric bikes. We just received a new boat conta ... Continue reading
Earl Scheib Announces Improved Operating Results for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2005
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif.--July 27, 2005--Earl Scheib, Inc. (Pink Sheets: ESHB) reported its results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended April 30, 2005. Net sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2005 were $13,643,000, an increase of 7.2% from the fourth quarter of fiscal 2004 net sales of $12,724,000, despite the ... Continue reading
Cooper-Standard Automotive Acquires Mexico Hose Facility from Gates Corporation
NOVI, Mich., July 27 -- Cooper-Standard Automotive Inc. recently completed the acquisition of Gates Corporation's Enfriamientos de Automoviles, S.A. de C.V. manufacturing facility located in Atlacomulco, Mexico. "Strategically this acquisition adds to our core capabilities of supporting our automotive customers through ... Continue reading
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--July 27, 2005--The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company has announced the dates for their collector car events in 2006. After setting numerous world records in 2005, Barrett-Jackson will celebrate this year with its 35th anniversary in Scottsdale, Ariz. and will hold its 4th annual auction event in Palm B ... Continue reading
Force Shows No Signs of Slowing Down Entering Sonoma
Contact: John Cardinale (707) 933-3907 Force Shows No Signs of Slowing Down Entering Sonoma SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDATE RELEASE) - John Force is an enigma. While the careers of his peers in professional sports are in decline, drag racing's most prolific winner shows no signs of diminished production. In fact, the 118-time ... Continue reading
Ethanolfacts.com Provides Consumers with Comprehensive Source on Ethanol
ST. LOUIS, July 27 -- During the past 20 years, American motorists have driven billions of hassle-free miles using ethanol-blended gasoline. Yet many questions about this growing fuel remain. A new web site, ethanolfacts.com, sets the record straight by offering consumers a single source of reliable information on this ... Continue reading
Auto Insurance Premiums Continue to Drop According to Insurance.com Report
Insurance.com is the Largest Online Car Insurance Agency in the United States CLEVELAND, Ohio, July 27 -- Insurance.com, the largest online auto insurance agency in the United States, reports an overall decrease in auto insurance rates for the first half of 2005. The company's "2005 First Half Auto Insurance Pricing Re ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ Introduces NAVTEQ Map Voice Data for Austria
CHICAGO, July 27 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital maps for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, has released NAVTEQ Map Voice Data for Austria. NAVTEQ customers that license the NAVTEQ(TM) map of Austria can now integrate phonetic representations of street names and administrative areas for ... Continue reading
Sun's Java Enterprise System to Bring New Integrated Development Platform to General Motors
Supports GM's Objectives to Increase IT Development Investment Value, Reduce Operating Costs SAN FRANCISCO, July 27 -- Sun Microsystems, Inc. , the creator and leading advocate of Java(TM) technology, today announced that General Motors Corporation has chosen the Sun Java(TM Enterprise System (Java ES) to provide an in ... Continue reading
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