GM - UAW Settlement Includes Jobs for Concessions
DETROIT, Sept 28, 2007; Kevin Krolicki and David Bailey writing for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp. agreed to keep 16 union-operated plants through 2011 in exchange for a cost-saving deal on health care and other concessions, according to the terms of the top U.S. automaker's tentative labor contract with th ... Continue reading
Never-before-seen concept cars and "Transformers" cars, including the Camaro Bumblebee, are unveiled to the public at Northwood University in Michigan MIDLAND, Mich., Sept. 28 -- WHAT: Concept and new model cars never-before-seen by the general public are featured at Northwood University's 44th Annual International Aut ... Continue reading
2008 Ford Roush 428R Mustang Review
It seems the world is full of performance-tuned Mustangs these days. ... Continue reading
This heavily camouflaged sedan is reportedly the next-generation Buick LaCrosse, which is scheduled to arrive sometime in the middle of 2009 as a 2010 model. ... Continue reading
Meet the poster-child for the age-old automotive truth that good design doesn't cost any more than bad design. ... Continue reading
2008 Chrysler Town & Country - Family Friendly
Auburn Hills, Mich.; The Chrysler brand embraces the fast-paced and active lifestyle of todayâs modern family to showcase industry-first features in a new advertising campaign for the all-new 2008 Chrysler Town & Country. The new campaign launches nationally on Sept. 24 during ABCâs âDancing with the Sta ... Continue reading
October is 'Michigan Car-Deer Crash Safety Awareness Month'
PONTIAC, Mich., Sept. 28 -- With the arrival of fall, motorists should be more aware of deer while traveling on Michigan roadways. October and November are two of the most dangerous months in Michigan for car- deer crashes. "Car-deer crashes in Michigan cause at least $130 million in damage annually, with an average co ... Continue reading
Cummins Signs Memorandum of Understanding to Form Diesel Engine Joint Venture in Vietnam
NEW YORK--Cummins Inc. today announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Vietnam Motors Industry Corp. (Vinamotor) to create a 50-50 joint venture to produce on-highway diesel engines in Vietnam. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was reached Sept. 21 in Hanoi by Cummins Chairman and CEO Tim Sols ... Continue reading
BMG Group Creates Two New Divisions
09/27/2007 Munich September 27, 2007; As part of the company's strategic realignment, the BMW Group will create two new divisions as of October 1, 2007. The new division Corporate and Brand Development, will be headed by our former director of corporate planning, Dr. Friedrich Eichiner. The move underlines the importan ... Continue reading
ALMS (ROAD ATLANTA ) - ANDRETTI GREEN'S ATLANTA HOMECOMING
Andretti Green Racing team members (from left): Ron Weaver, Steve Newey and Scott Graves. As Andretti Green Racing prepares for its first Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta, the team is looking forward to the race for many reasons. It represents a chance for AGR to capture both endurance race victories and a chance to showc ... Continue reading
Reality Racing, Inc. (Pink Sheets: RRGI) announced today that a group of investors led by Sandler Communications, Inc., have agreed to purchase 61,000,000 shares of its restricted stock, giving the Sandler Group a majority position in the company. In addition to the share purchase agreement, Sandler has successfully ne ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (CHARLOTTE) - NASCAR Foundation Announces $500,000 Donation To Victory Junction Gang
This Sunday, The NASCAR Foundation will present a $500,000 check to the Victory Junction Gang Camp during pre-race activities at the LifeLock 400 at Kansas Speedway (1:00 p.m. ET, ABC). Sprint Vice President of Experiential Marketing and NASCAR Foundation Board Member Tom Murphy will present the donation, which is made ... Continue reading
SPECIAL EVENT (CUMBERLAND) - BECKMAN TO BE HONORED...
"Fast" Jack Beckman, who so far this season in the NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series has driven the Mail Terminal Services Dodge Charger R/T Funny Car to two victories in three final rounds and is third in the Countdown to Four championship playoffs, will be honored this Saturday in downtown Cumberland, Maryland. En rou ... Continue reading
TEAM REPORTS (FUJI, JPN) - HRF1 PRACTICE NOTES
Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello got their first taste of the new Fuji Speedway circuit today, where the Honda Racing F1 Team's home grand prix got underway with the first free practice sessions for Sunday's race. Both drivers walked the track yesterday and used the first few laps of running to familiarise themselv ... Continue reading
Chrysler's Press Sees Strength in Dealers, Investment in Future from Cerberus
Posted Sep 27, 2007, 10:34 AM by Mike Ellis Category: Leadership Heâs been on the job for less than a week, but brings a wealth of automotive experience to Chrysler. So what does Jim Press, the new Vice Chairman and President, think needs to change at Chrysler? Ask the Chrysler workers and dealers â they alre ... Continue reading
GRAND AM (VIRGINIA) - ROUSH READY FOR "DOUBLE RACE" OF KONI CHALLENGE SEASON-FINALE
The last race of the season always presents unique challenges as teams prepare to gain as many points as possible for a solid finish in the standings, or just to end the racing year on a high note with that one last "hurrah." However, the Grand-Am KONI Challenge season finale at Virginia International Raceway presents ... Continue reading
LONDON - September 28, 2007: Nanjing MG has officially launched the MG 7 series in China. The new saloon, built at a state of the art production facility in Nanjing, retains the character of the former British-built MG ZT in terms of both design and quality. The models introduced to the Chinese market include three 1.8 ... Continue reading
UK Public Debut for FIAT 500 at Viva Italia - VIDEO ENHANCED
The small car with the big following â Fiatâs new 500 â will be making its UK public debut at next weekâs Viva Italia exhibition in London. LONDON - September 28, 2007: It's fitting that Fiat should support and sponsor this sparkling event â Viva Italia is a celebration of the very best in Ital ... Continue reading
Rolls-Royce Announces New Coupé
September 28, 2007: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has confirmed that a series version of the two-door, four-seat experimental car, 101EX, will be launched in 2008. Production is scheduled to begin next summer. It will be hand-built at the company's manufacturing plant in Goodwood, England. This model will complete the Phantom ... Continue reading
Toyota Recalls Do Not Affect Chinese Made Camrys, Spokesman Says
SHANGHAI - September 28, 2007: A spokesman from Toyota China said yesterday the recent recalls of Camry and Lexus ES350 in the United States do not affect Guangzhou-made Camry. Toyota Motor Corp said yesterday it will recall optional "all-weather" floor mats in 55,000 Lexus ES 350 and Toyota Camry passenger cars in Nor ... Continue reading
The Hanover Offers Discounted Advanced Driver Training Courses to Policyholders
WORCESTER, Mass., Sept. 27 -- The Hanover Insurance Group , a leading writer of auto, home and business insurance in Massachusetts, today announced it will offer discounts on an advanced driver training course for its policyholders and their family members. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051031/NEM023LOGO ... Continue reading
Auto Mercury-Recovery Programs Up and Running in All 50 States
News for Release: Thursday, Sept. 27, 2007 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) * Auto Mercury-Recovery Programs Up and Running in All 50 States *Contact: Dave Ryan, (202) 564-4355 / ryan.dave@epa.gov* *(Washington, D.C. - Sept. 27, 2007) Mercury air emissions will continue to decline thanks to a voluntary nation ... Continue reading
China Sees Rocketing Demands for Luxury Cars
SHANGHAI - September 28, 2007: The world's luxury car makers are very enthusiastic about the great growth potential in China's auto industry, a report from Xinhua News Agency said today. This enthusiasm is much in evidence at the Chengdu Motor Show 2007, which runs from September 22 to 28 in the capital of Sichuan Prov ... Continue reading
Viva Brand Goes Pink to Support The Breast Cancer Research Foundation
NEENAH, Wis., Sept. 27 -- To help capture the checkered flag in the race to cure breast cancer, Kimberly-Clark Corporation's Viva brand towels will once again rev up Brewco Motorsports' No. 27 Busch Series race car to support breast cancer research and awareness programs. Viva brand towels, the brand that encourages wo ... Continue reading
China Natural Gas Announces Government Approval for Diversified Natural Gas Project
-- Hosts Opening Ceremony in Shaanxi Province to Celebrate Future LNG Plant -- NEW YORK, Sept. 27 -- China Natural Gas, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: CHNG) , one of the leading providers of pipeline natural gas for industrial, commercial and residential use and compressed natural gas (CNG) for vehicular fuel in Xi'an, China, t ... Continue reading
BAKERSFIELD, Calif.--Extreme Motorsports of California, Inc. (OTC:ETMO) (âExtremeâ or the âCompanyâ) has entered into a strategic alliance and master distributor agreement with The Williamsburg Outlet Mall to build and market a new factory showroom inside the mall. The Williamsburg Outlet Mall, owne ... Continue reading
Instant Overview of the Brazilian Commercial Vehicle Market for 2007
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c69827) has announced the addition of Snapshots Brazil Commercial Vehicles 2007 to their offering. Snapdata’s Snapshots Brazil Commercial Vehicles 2007 provides 2005 year-end market size data, with 2006 estimates, 4 years of historical d ... Continue reading
Instant Overview of the Indian Light Commercial Vehicle Market for 2007
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c69756) has announced the addition of Snapshots India Light Commercial Vehicles 2007 to their offering. Snapdata’s Snapshots India Light Commercial Vehicles 2007 provides 2005 year-end market size data, with 2006 estimates, 4 years of hi ... Continue reading
John Coughlin riding high as he heads home for the JEGS Northern SPORTSnationals
Coughlin riding high as he heads home for the JEGS Northern SPORTSnationals COLUMBUS, Ohio (Sept 27) ââ¬â John Coughlin is in the midst of one of the most successful seasons of his career and heââ¬â¢s hoping that the ride doesn't end any time soon. Coughlin heads into this weekendââ¬â¢ ... Continue reading
MVC Capital Closes Acquisition of Nine Ford Dealerships across Europe
PURCHASE, N.Y.--MVC Capital , a publicly traded business development company that makes private debt and equity investments, today announced that the Fund has provided $19 million of bridge financing and $21 million of equity financing to MVC Automotive Group B.V. (“MVC Automotive”), an Amsterdam-based holding comp ... Continue reading
SMSC Ships New MOST50 INIC to Toyota Suppliers
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--SMSC today announced that SMSC began shipping the intelligent Network interface controller (INIC™) for its new 50 Mpbs Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST®) network technology, known as MOST50, to Toyota Motor Corporation’s suppliers. The 25 Mbps version of MOST, MOST25, has been deployed in ov ... Continue reading
Tupelo Police Department Chooses ICOP Model 20/20(R)-w for Fleetwide Deployment
ICOP Sees Growing Sales Traction in State of Mississippi With Nearly $500,000 Orders Processed, to Date LENEXA, Kan., Sept. 27 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , an industry-leading company engaged in advancing digital surveillance solutions, today announced the Tupelo Police Department in Mississippi has chosen the ICOP Model 20 ... Continue reading
Bekaert responds to technical challenges posed by new environmentally-friendly fuels
Bekaert responds to technical challenges posed by new environmentally-friendly fuels Bekaertââ¬â¢s Diamond-Like coatings help NASCAR clients resolve fuel residue deposit problems associated with new fuel regulations Bekaert, worldwide leader in racing and automotive component coating solutions, has leveraged ... Continue reading
JVC Offers First Plug-and-Play HD Radio(TM) Receiver
Low-Cost Transportable for Car and Home Has Shipped to Best Buy Stores CYPRESS, Calif., Sept. 27 -- JVC Mobile Entertainment announced today that it is offering the industry's first plug-and-play HD Radio receiver. The new transportable for car and home, KT-HDP1, is currently shipping to Best Buy stores across the coun ... Continue reading
Spartan Chassis Announces $52 Million Subcontract for MRAPs
CHARLOTTE, Mich., Sept. 27 -- Spartan Chassis, Inc., a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. , today announced it has received a new $52 million subcontract order from Force Protection, Inc. to support the production of Cougar series advanced tactical wheeled vehicles. Spartan said it will supply and integrate key chassis ... Continue reading
Tele Atlas and MAD MAPS Team Up to Deliver Custom Tours for Digital Map Users
Tele Atlas Touring Series personalize GPS devices and navigation solutions with routes for adventures and scenic excursions BOSTON and SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 27 -- Tele Atlas (FSE: TA6, EUNV: TA), a leading global provider of digital maps and dynamic content for navigation and location-based solutions, today announced th ... Continue reading
Analyse the Liquified Petroleum Gas Market
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c69806) has announced the addition of “Liquified Petroleum Gas Market” to their offering. Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is a non-renewable source of energy. It is extracted from crude oil and natural gas. The main composition of LPG is ... Continue reading
Cycle Country Accessories Corp Announces Increase in Sales Force
MILFORD, Iowa--Cycle Country (AMEX:ATC), a leading supplier of ATV accessories, Plastic Wheel Covers, Golf Car Accessories, Oil Filters and Contract Manufacturing services announces two new manufacturer’s representatives’ for their Plastic Wheel Cover and Contract Manufacturing business segments. Consistent with it ... Continue reading
Emmitt Smith and Dodge Heat Up the State Fair of Texas with the Durango Tango
'Durango Tango' Devotees Will Dance 'til They Drop for a Chance to Win an All- New 2008 Dodge Durango DALLAS, Sept. 27 -- What: Former Dallas Cowboy and reality TV dancing champion Emmitt Smith is "dancing with the cars" at the State Fair of Texas by kicking off the "Dodge Durango Tango" endurance dance contest. Thirty ... Continue reading
ENERGY FREEDOM FIGHTERS: Daily Intelligence Briefing - Hotspots from September 25 & 26
HOME BASE <http://www.EnergyFreedomFighters.com> PAST EPISODES <http://www.bestrateofclimb.com/EFF-Episodes.htm> <http://www.bestrateofclimb.com/EFF-Episodes.htm> TEAM PORTFOLIOS <http://www.bestrateofclimb.com/EFF-Portfolios.htm> ARCHIVE/ / <http://www.bestrateofclimb.com/EFF-Archive.htm> /DAILY INTELLIGENCE BRIEFING/ ... Continue reading
Harbin Electric to Speak at William Blair Small-Cap Growth Stock Conference
HARBIN, China, Sept. 27 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harbin Electric, Inc. ("Harbin Electric" or "the Company", Nasdaq: HRBN), a technology-oriented market leader in product development and integrated production tailored to customer applications in linear motors, motor/controller automation systems, specialty micro ... Continue reading
Rocket City (RCTY) Sponsors DealerWeek.com at the Online Market World Conference.
ORLANDO, Fla.--Rocket City Enterprises, Inc. (Pink Sheets:RCTY) announced today that it will be a key sponsor of the DealerWeek.com Pavilion at the Online Market World Conference, October 3-5, at the Moscone Center West Hall in San Francisco. RocketCity subsidiaries CompleteAuto and The Intellimark Group will be presen ... Continue reading
Total Parts Plus Introduces New Value Pricing Program
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla., Sept. 27 -- Total Parts Plus, Inc. (TPP), a leading engineering services company specializing in supply chain solutions, is pleased to announce their newly developed Value Pricing Program. This program enables customers to obtain critical electronic component information at a price suitable to ... Continue reading
LYON, France--Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report related to the worldwide automotive industry is now available to its catalogue. Lead Acid Batteries (Automotive) www.reportlinker.com/p059679/Lead-Acid-Batteries.html This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Lead Acid Batteries (Automotive ... Continue reading
FALLS CHURCH, Va., Sept. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Legal and Policy Center (NLPC) today objected to the tentative contract agreement between General Motors (GM) and the United Auto Workers (UAW) to transfer more than $50 billion health care in liabilities to a fund controlled by the union. Dr. Carl Hor ... Continue reading
Precision Auto Care Announces FY 2007 Year End Results
LEESBURG, Va., Sept. 27 -- Precision Auto Care, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: PACI) announced its financial results for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007. Revenue was $12.1 million and profit was $3.4 million, or $0.12 per share, compared with a profit of $721,000, or $0.02 per share, on revenue of $11.7 million for the pri ... Continue reading
Chery Denies Imminent Stock Listing Plan
SHANGHAI - September 28, 2007: Chery Automobile has no timetable for a stock listing plan in the near future as its current financial results are not very attractive for investors, a senior executive said. "Chery need funds to further support product development and feed its ambitious overseas expansion. We will only c ... Continue reading
Rental Cars Won't Need Transponders to Travel Through Sunpass Lanes
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 27 -- Many rental car customers traveling on Florida's toll roads and bridges are now able to utilize 'SunPass Only' lanes to pay their tolls, even without a SunPass transponder, thanks to a pair of innovative programs announced by Turnpike officials this week. Rental car customers in Centr ... Continue reading
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