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Auto Makers Offer Safety Systems For High Risk Teen Drivers - VIDEO NEWS STORY
GOTHENBURG - January 29, 2007: New studies indicate numerous distractions like cell phones and vehicle passengers put teen drivers at greater risk for fatal car crashes. However, some auto manufacturers like Volvo Cars say they have developed numerous safety systems to help combat this statistic. Using a camera install ... Continue reading
Automotive Engineering International Writer Wins WAPA Golden Quill Award
WARRENDALE, Pa., Jan. 29 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Dan Carney, a writer for Automotive Engineering International (AEI) magazine, is the recipient of the Washington Automotive Press Association (WAPA) 2007 Golden Quill Award. Carney's winning entry in the September 2006 issue of AEI carried the headline, "The Gas Is Gr ... Continue reading
MEDFORD, Ore.--Lithia Motors, Inc. today announced that its fourth quarter and year-end 2006 earnings will be released on Thursday, February 15, at 1:05 p.m., Pacific Time. CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for the same day at 2 p.m. PST, 3 p.m. MT, 4 p.m. CT and 5 p.m. E ... Continue reading
Severstal North America, Inc. Launches New Website
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Severstal North America, Inc. announced today the launch of its new Internet website: http://www.severstalna.com/ The website, developed by Stone Interactive Group of Ann Arbor, Michigan, offers its visitors a wide range of company information, including a Severstal North America corporate p ... Continue reading
Tips to Keep Your Vehicle in Shape Throughout 2007
ATLANTA--The start of a new year is a great time to begin getting serious about the maintenance of your automobile. Automobile maintenance is something that most of us ignore until our vehicle breaks down and then, itâs often too late for a simple fix. According to Kit Johnson, 2007 NAPA Technician of the Year fro ... Continue reading
TACH's PRESS PASS COVERAGE Puts You IN The Detroit Auto Show
Imagine being at the fabulous North American International Auto Show, smack dab in the middle of all the action, in the automotive center of the universe. Now imagine being nose deep in all the Detroit excitement while sitting naked on a beanbag and eating Cheetos. You can do both at the same time without even having t ... Continue reading
Fans Creating Super Bowl TV Commercials - VIDEO NEWS STORY
DETROIT - January 29, 2007: This year, television viewers will not just see the $2.5 million Super Bowl commercials developed by ad execs, they will have created them. During Super Bowl XLI, some of the 30-second spots were the devised through various ad contests in which college students and football fans were asked t ... Continue reading
Experian Automotive Launches Industry's Only Spanish-Language Vehicle History Reports
Auto dealers can now offer English and Spanish AutoCheck(R) vehicle history reports to used vehicle shoppers SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Jan. 29 -- Experian Automotive, a division of global information solutions company Experian(R) , today announced that, as part of the new release of its AutoCheckMembers.com Web site, its deale ... Continue reading
Röchling Engineering Plastics Acquires Glastic Corporation
CLEVELAND--Röchling Engineering Plastics (REP), Haren/Germany today announced that it has acquired Glastic Corporation from CIGNET LLC for an undisclosed amount. Headquartered in Cleveland, Glastic Corporation is a leading global supplier of highly engineered composites for electrical and industrial applications. Th ... Continue reading
LOWELL, Ark.--J. B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. -- Fourth Quarter 2006 EPS: 39 cents vs. 41 cents (a) -- Full Year 2006 Revenue: $3.33 billion; up 6% -- Full Year 2006 Operating Income: $373 million; up 8% (a) -- Full Year 2006 EPS: $1.44 vs. $1.28 (a) (a) 4Q 2006 includes a $12.4 million charge for insurance costs J ... Continue reading
First-Ever 'Talking' Billboards Revealed to MINI Motorists
MINI USA First to Use Advanced Technology to Communicate Directly With Consumers Through Pilot Program Launching in New York, Chicago, San Francisco and Miami NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- Imagine MINI owner Scott is driving down the highway. He's checking out the billboards -- phone companies (snore) ... online casinos (no tha ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29 -- Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. ("MPA") (OTC Pink Sheets: MPAA) announced today that its Chairman, President and CEO, Selwyn Joffe and CFO, Mervyn McCulloch, will present at the upcoming 19th Annual Roth Capital Partners OC Conference. The Roth Capital Partners OC Conference is a three-day event ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Examine Finances and Strategies at Tyre Manufacturer, Goodyear
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c49310) has announced the addition of Goodyear 2006 Company Profile to their offering. This new company profile is part of a major series of reports that will provide you with convenient and concise analysis on the worlds largest auto vehi ... Continue reading
Former Armor All Founder and CEO to Launch Daytonabrands Marketing Efforts
LOS ANGELES and DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Jan. 29 -- Daytonabrands, Inc. , a manufacturer and marketer of innovative automotive products, announced Legendary Entrepreneur and Marketing Guru, Alan Rypinski has developed a strategy for the company to increase sales and brand identity, which begins today. "We have put together ... Continue reading
smart fortwo to be Formally Introduced to Midwest by Windy City Smart Car
Models Displayed, May Be Driven at January 30 News Conference in Chicago CHICAGO, Jan. 29 -- smart fortwo, the popular, safe, environmentally superior automobile sold in 36 countries but not the U.S., is being formally introduced for the first time ever to Chicago and the Midwest on Tuesday, January 30 by independent d ... Continue reading
Salvador Diaz-Verson Rejoins Aura Systems Board
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--Aura Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets:AUSI) announced that Salvador Diaz-Verson has been unanimously appointed to serve on the Board of Directors of the Company. Mr. Diaz-Verson had previously served as a director of the Company from 1997 to 2005. âWe are thrilled to have a man of Mr. Diaz-Versonâ ... Continue reading
AppOne Partners with Tidewater Motor Credit
BATON ROUGE, La.--AppOne, a provider of Internet-based risk mitigation and financial technology to banks, auto finance companies, credit unions and independent auto dealers throughout the continental United States, announced an alliance with Virginia Beach, Va.-based Tidewater Motor Credit, a subprime lender that speci ... Continue reading
ATC-Onlane Powers Ford Motor Credit Company's Online Remarketing Program
MENLO PARK, Calif.--ATC-Onlane, the leading online auction company in North America for automotive dealers to buy and sell wholesale vehicles, today announced that it powers Ford Motor Credit Company’s North American online remarketing program, called Accelerate, giving Ford Motor Credit dealers across the U.S. and C ... Continue reading
Cimmetry Releases AutoVue for Microsoft(TM) SharePoint Server 2007
AutoVue for SharePoint 2007 Connects People and Improves Project Collaboration MONTREAL, Jan. 29 -- Cimmetry Systems Corporation, an Agile Software company, today announced the immediate availability of AutoVue 19.1c1 Client-Server, Web Edition for SharePoint Server 2007, Windows SharePoint Services (WSS) 3.0 and Micro ... Continue reading
FanZCrew.com Starts 2007 with a New Look
FanZCrew.com Starts 2007 with a New Look Denton, TX (January 29, 2007) - FanZCrew, formerly Fans Crew, will kick off 2007 with a trendy upgrade to their name and identity. FanZCrew has been a proud sponsor of Andy Belmont Racing for the past 2 years. Entering their third season with ABR, FansZCrew remains a strong asso ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Standardizes On PTC Windchill® To Achieve Strategic Business Initiatives
NEEDHAM, Mass.--PTC , the Product Development Company® today announced that Federal-Mogul Corporation, a global supplier of automotive components, systems and modules for original equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket, has adopted Windchill PDMLink® and Windchill ProjectLink™ for strategic product lifecycle m ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Company Selects Penske as Logistics Provider for UK Facility
Agreement Marks Extension of Successful U.S. Business Relationship Between the Companies READING, Pa., Jan. 29 -- Today, Penske Logistics announced that Ford Motor Company has contracted with the company to provide material planning and handling services at its Southampton, UK facility that produces approximately 80,00 ... Continue reading
* A Financial Literacy Life Raft for Generation of Youth Drowning in Debt * Tour Convenes in Houston, Texas, Detroit, Mich., Greensboro, N.C., Washington, D.C., Miami, Fla. and Atlanta, Ga. NEW YORK, Jan. 29 -- A national poll of youth taken recently by USA Today and the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c49408) has announced the addition of “KDDI: 2006 Contract Manufacturing Profile” to their offering. KDDI (Japan) is a major provider of Mobile solution, Telecom services, and other products. These reports include essential information ... Continue reading
Cisco Unveils Wireless Location Solution for Manufacturers
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Cisco® today announced a new turnkey Wi-Fi Asset Tracking solution specifically geared for aerospace, automotive, mining and semiconductor manufacturing industries. This solution utilizes Cisco Wi-Fi location tracking technology to improve asset utilization, reduce costs and increase operational ef ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c49420) has announced the addition of âHyundai Electronics Industries Co. Ltd: 2006 Contract Manufacturing Profileâ to their offering. Hyundai Electronics Industries Co. Ltd (Korea, Republic of) is major provider of USB IC/CHIP, ... Continue reading
CHICAGO, Jan. 29 -- Aon Corporation today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Footman James from Alchemy Partners (Guernsey) Limited. The terms of the transaction are not disclosed. Aon provides tailor made cover for specialist personal risks including prestige sports and classic cars, holiday homes, yac ... Continue reading
Lexus Supports Emerging Talent During Fashion Week in New York
Luxury Automaker Sponsors Three Designers Who Share Its Passion for Design TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 29 -- Lexus today announced its sponsorship of three emerging designers during Fashion Week in New York. The sponsorships are part of Lexus' ongoing efforts to support the fashion and design industries and two of the spons ... Continue reading
Cummins Completes Third Consecutive Year of Record Sales and Profits
COLUMBUS, Ind.--Cummins Inc. today reported record sales and earnings for the fourth quarter and all of 2006, marking the third consecutive year of record financial performance for the Company. Cummins eclipsed $3 billion in quarterly sales for the first time during the fourth quarter. All four of the Companyâs op ... Continue reading
British Car Auctions Contribute to the Used Cars Market in Europe for 2006
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c49375) has announced the addition of Used Cars in Europe to their offering. The Used Cars in Europe industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the used cars industry. It includes detailed data on ma ... Continue reading
Leading Companies in the Truck Industry inside China For 2007
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c49380) has announced the addition of Trucks in China to their offering. The Trucks in China industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the Trucks industry. It includes detailed data on market size a ... Continue reading
Mercedes Setra Highlights at US Bus Show
New Orleans/Ulm, Jan 25, 2007 Setra is presenting two S 417 models, part of the TopClass 400 touring coach generation, at this yearâs United Motorcoach Association Show (January 16-21, 2007) in New Orleans, Louisiana. In doing so the brand, which belongs to the DaimlerChrysler Group, is again underlining its ambit ... Continue reading
Press Trial Drive in Dubai: The new Maybach 62 S
A new pinnacle in high-end luxury car productionThe world's most powerful chauffeur-driven saloon in series productionGenerous spaciousness, unique comfort and superlative performanceFourth Maybach variant completes the line-upStuttgart/Dubai, Jan 28, 2007 The new flagship model in the Maybach line-up is the Maybach 62 ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition: Motor-racing blood coursing through its veins
Stuttgart/Dubai, Jan 28, 2007 The new Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 722 Edition displays thoroughbred motor-racing credentials. Featuring more than 300 modified components, the super sports car serves up a boost in output, more dynamic chassis tuning, improved aerodynamics and distinctly sporty interior appointments to thr ... Continue reading
Second place for the CITGO/SAMAX car at Daytona 24 (05)
Please click on picture links at the bottom of the release for picture of you choice SAMAX 2007 Rolex 24 at Daytona Race Report Second-place Finish for the CITGO/SAMAX Motorsport Pontiac Riley at Daytona Sunday January 28, 2007. - Las Vegas resident Patrick Carpentier, Milka Duno, from Caracas, Venezuela, English drive ... Continue reading
Silicone Elastomer Combines Flexibility and High Insulation Properties
Silicone Elastomer Combines Flexibility and High Insulation Properties Hackensack, NJ. January 29, 2007-Master Bond Inc has developed Master Sil 700, a ready-to-use high performance silicone elastomer compound. This reliable and high quality silicone adhesive/sealant features a unique combination of flexibility and hig ... Continue reading
RFID System for Automobile Manufacturing; IDENTEC SOLUTIONS Wins Major Contract from Audi
LUSTENAU, Austria & WEINHEIM, Germany--IDENTEC SOLUTIONS Germany expands its leadership position as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) provider for the automobile industry. Audi AG recently awarded IDENTEC SOLUTIONS a contract to provide its OIS-P RFID system for the production of the Audi TT. âThis contract em ... Continue reading
Smart Energy Secures Army Stryker Tests
POMPTON PLAINS, N.J., Jan. 29 -- Smart Energy Solutions, Inc., (BULLETIN BOARD: SMGY) , inventor and manufacturer of Battery Brain(TM), an innovative electronic auto power accessory, announced today that the U.S. Army's Stryker team in Warren, MI, has entered into a one year test and evaluation of the new Battery Brain ... Continue reading
Buoyant Automotive Market Drives Growth in the Indian Tire Aftermarket
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c49289) has announced the addition of the Frost & Sullivan report: Indian Tire Aftermarket to their offering. This Frost & Sullivan research service titled Indian Tire Aftermarket provides a detailed analysis of the various factors driving ... Continue reading
PARNELLI JONES ACCEPTS "McCLUSKEY" AWARD AS USAC TOASTS 2006 WESTERN CHAMPIONS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 28, 2007 Contact: DICK JORDAN/MICHAEL HARKER 07-9 PARNELLI JONES ACCEPTS "McCLUSKEY" AWARD AS USAC TOASTS 2006 WESTERN CHAMPIONS Indianapolis 500 Champion Parnelli Jones, who captured the 1963 classic and earned USAC Indy Car, Stock Car and Sprint Car championships during his legendary car ... Continue reading
Southard Motorsports No. 3 Preformed Line Products Lexus Riley CONTACT: Cristi Brumm 1-336-210-0980 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HARD WORK PAYS DIVIDENDS, BUT RACE ENDS EARLY FOR SOUTHARD MOTORSPORTS AT THE 2007 ROLEX 24 AT DAYTONA Daytona Beach, FL (Jan. 28, 2007) Southard Motorsports made a top-notch effort just getting ... Continue reading
Concept Cars Continue to Draw Interest at 9th Annual Michigan International Auto Show
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Henri Boucher, Show Producer (616-447-2860 / henrib@showspan.com) Dianna Stampfler, Show Publicist (269-330-4228 / dianna@promotemichigan.com) Concept Cars Continue to Draw Interest at 9th Annual Michigan International Auto Show February 1-4, 2007 at DeVos Place (GRAND RAPIDS, Mich) - Some ... Continue reading
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