1999 Sports Car Club of America
1999 Divisional Solo I Schedule ... Continue reading
1999 Sports Car Club of America
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AK Steel Earns Supplier of the Year Honors From General Motors
AK Steel has earned Supplier of the Year honors from General Motors, the world's largest automobile and manufacturing company. ... Continue reading
Ass of International Automobile Manufacturers Appoints William Boehly
Association of International Automobile Manufacturers, Inc. (AIAM) announced the appointment of William A. Boehly to the position of Vice President of Vehicle Safety. ... Continue reading
Audio Chips & Technologies: Divided And Conquered?
As PC microprocessor manufacturers cram ever more functionality into their products, the trend is to progressively integrate more tasks once performed by separate chips into the host processor. ... Continue reading
Automobile Accidents are Still One of the Top Ten Causes of Death
At no other time in history has debate over automotive safety raged so fiercely in the court systems, political arenas, design studios, and even the newspapers of our country. ... Continue reading
Automotive Safety: The Next Generation
In conjunction with the 1999 World Traffic Safety Symposium, the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association (GNYADA) will hold its fourth annual Designs for Safety Competition -- an industrial design contest for college students. ... Continue reading
Ballard Power Systems Announces Nasdaq Stock Symbol Change
Ballard Power Systems Inc. announced that it will change its stock symbol on The Nasdaq Stock Market from "BLDPF" to "BLDP" effective Wednesday, March 31, 1999. ... Continue reading
BMW To Build Multi-Million Dollar Distribution Center in Mississippi
BMW of North America Inc. announced plans to locate a multi- million dollar parts distribution center in Mississippi. ... Continue reading
Commercial Reality Is Fast-Approaching for the Fuel of the Future
The National Hydrogen Association's 10th Annual U.S. Hydrogen Meeting and Exhibition at the Sheraton Premiere Hotel at Tyson's Corner brings together more than 250 hydrogenadvocates, businesspeople, and researchers from several countries. ... Continue reading
Crane Co. Files Antitrust Suit Against B.F. Goodrich and Coltec
Crane Co. announced that it had filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana seeking to enjoin B. F. Goodrich's planned acquisition of Coltec Industries, Inc. on antitrust grounds. ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation and GKN Plc Announce Strategic Alliance
Dana Corporation and GKN plc announced agreements to form a strategic alliance to design advanced driveline systems for all- wheel and four-wheel drive passenger cars, light trucks, and sport utility vehicles, and modular assemblies. ... Continue reading
Delphi Automotive Systems and AlliedSignal Team Up
Delphi Automotive Systems has announced that it has formed a strategic alliance with AlliedSignal Truck Brake Systems (ASTBS) to develop and manufacture its next generation of Bendix anti-lock braking systems (ABS). ... Continue reading
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Federal-Mogul Appoints Marion Holt
Pete Painter, vice president, automotive distributor sales, Federal-Mogul Corporation announces the appointment of Marion Holt to the position of sales manager, production engine remanufacturers, effective immediately. ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Appoints Tom Martin, Assistant Treasurer, Capital Markets
Bozynski, vice president and treasurer, Federal-Mogul Corporation, announces the appointment of Tom Martin to assistant treasurer, capital markets, effective immediately. ... Continue reading
Feinstein/Levin Vehicle Salvage Bill Onerous and Unworkable, NADA Says
NADA said it supports the salvage vehicle fraud prevention legislation introduced by Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott (R- Miss.) and will oppose an "unworkable and onerous" alternative bill proposed by Sens. Feinstein (D-Calif.) and Levin (D-Mich.). ... Continue reading
Ford Races First Entry Into New Performance Market
Ford Motor Company introduced a new entry aimed at the modern- day hot rod scene -- the growing compact performance market. ... Continue reading
General Motors Names BBK Once Again as 'Supplier of the Year'
BBK, Ltd., a leading turnaround and revitalization company, has been named as "Supplier of the Year" for 1998 by General Motors Corporation. ... Continue reading
Genetic Algorithms: Will the PLD Companies Know What Hit Them?
A recently published Semico Impact Bulletin, "Genetic Algorithms: Will the PLD Companies Know What Hit Them?" explains a radical new technique for embedded device control called "Genetic Algorithms." ... Continue reading
Gilford Securities Research Initiates Coverage of Warrantech Corporation
Warrantech Corporation announced that Gilford Securities, Incorporated, a New York-based investment banking firm, has initiated research coverage on the Company with an "attractive" rating. ... Continue reading
Goodyear Investments Directed Toward Most Efficient Operations
A recent expansion announcement by The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in Valleyfield, Quebec, confirms its key strategic initiative to maximize utilization of its most cost efficient supply sources to advance the company's competitive position. ... Continue reading
Goodyear to Invest More Than $50 Million in Valleyfield Plant
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced a $57 million radial tire expansion at its Canadian passenger tire plant in Valleyfield, Quebec. ... Continue reading
Grease Monkey Holding Corporation Signs Merger Agreement
Grease Monkey Holding Corporation announced that it signed a definitive merger agreement to be acquired by QL 3000, Inc., a privately held company based in Jacksonville, Florida. ... Continue reading
Hawtal Whiting Named GM Supplier of the Year for Fifth Consecutive Year
Hawtal Whiting, a premier supplier to GM's Machinery and Equipment/Indirect commodity group of Worldwide Purchasing is delighted to be one of only 16 companies worldwide awarded the prestigious GM Supplier of the Year Award for the fifth year. ... Continue reading
IRL: MCI WorlCom Race Results, Phoenix
IRL: MCI WorlCom Race Results, Phoenix ... Continue reading
IRL: Polesitter Ray's Bid Ends Early
IRL: Polesitter Ray's Bid Ends Early ... Continue reading
Isuzu Diesel Takes Technology of the Year Award
Isuzu Motors Ltd. (Japan), world leader in diesel-technology development, production and engine design, has also established a new company for the United States. ... Continue reading
K&K Brokerage Introduces Motorcycle Insurance Quotes Over the Internet
K&K Brokerage announced that motorcycle owners in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania can get free insurance rate quotes for their cycles by logging onto the company's Web site. ... Continue reading
LucasVarity to Sell its Wiring Business
LucasVarity plc announced that it intends to sell its wiring systems business, comprising Lucas Rists and a 50% stake in Lucas SEI Wiring Systems. ... Continue reading
Mayflower Places Major Order for Syspro IMPACT Software
The Syspro Group has announced the signing of a major accord with Mayflower Corporation, a global automotive manufacturing group with plants in the U.S., U.K. and Far East. ... Continue reading
Microphonics --OTC BB: MRPS-- Addresses Shareholders
In response to numerous shareholder requests regarding Microphonics 1998 financials, we would like to state that while not experiencing being a profitable year, revenue still enabled us to position ourselves for an exciting 1999. ... Continue reading
Midtronics Supports School Automotive Technology Program
Midtronics, Inc. announced its continued support of automotive education in public schools with the donation of 43 Micro line battery testers to the National Automotive Technology Competition. ... Continue reading
Motorcycle Centers of America to Acquire Entertainment Universe
Motorcycle Centers of America, Inc. announced that it has signed a letter of intent to acqure privately owned Entertainment Universe, Inc., Los Angeles, California. ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Dale Jarrett Post Race Notes, Primestar 500
NASCAR WCUP: Dale Jarrett Post Race Notes, Primestar 500 ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Jeremy Mayfield Post Race Notes, Primestar 500
NASCAR WCUP: Jeremy Mayfield Post Race Notes, Primestar 500 ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Kenny Irwin Post Race Notes, Primestar 500
NASCAR WCUP: Kenny Irwin Post Race Notes, Primestar 500 ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Mark Martin Post Race Notes, Primestar 500
NASCAR WCUP: Mark Martin Post Race Notes, Primestar 500 ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Rusty Wallace Post Race Notes, Primestar 500
NASCAR WCUP: Rusty Wallace Post Race Notes, Primestar 500 ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Terry Labonte Wins in Home State
NASCAR WCUP: Terry Labonte Wins in Home State ... Continue reading
Navistar, Siemens Automotive Form Joint Venture
Navistar International Corporation and Siemens Automotive Corporation announced they have finalized previously announced plans to form a joint venture to develop and manufacture next generation diesel fuel injectors. ... Continue reading
New Aluminum Casting Facility Opens in Northern Mexico
Mexican President, Dr. Ernesto Zedillo Ponce de Leon, presided at the official opening of CASTECH, S.A., a new high volume aluminum foundry in Northern Mexico. ... Continue reading
New Prolong Appearance Products Supported by TV Show
Prolong Super Lubricants has announced the launch of a 30- minute direct response television show introducing consumers to its new Super Car Care Kit. ... Continue reading
Photo Feature: Race Day Photos from NASCAR's Primestar 500
Photo Feature: Race Day Photos from NASCAR's Primestar 500 ... Continue reading
Renault and Nissan Join Forces
Chairman and CEO of Renault, and President and CEO of Nissan Motor Co., jointly announced a global partnership agreement that would create the fourth largest automaker in the world, while achieving profitable growth for both partners. ... Continue reading
Republic Industries Appoints Irene B. Rosenfeld To Its Board Of Directors
Republic Industries, Inc. announced the appointment of Irene B. Rosenfeld to its Board of Directors. ... Continue reading
Riviera Tool Company Reports 70% Increase In Q2 Net Income
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Riviera Tool Company reported its operating results for the three and six months ended February 28, 1999. ... Continue reading
SPX Corporation Completes Sale of Dual-Lite Business
SPX Corporation announced that it has completed the sale of its Dual-Lite business to U.S. Industries. ... Continue reading
`StartMeUp' Gets a Jump on Dead Car Batteries
StartMeUp is a palm-size emergency car battery jump-starter that enables consumers to recharge a drained battery from the safety and comfort of their own car. ... Continue reading
Stressful, Hectic Lifestyle May Lead to Risky, Unsafe Driving
While nearly three-quarters of Michigan motorists consider themselves cautious drivers, a new survey indicates a busy and hectic lifestyle is adversely affecting driving habits. ... Continue reading
Tennessee Trucker Wins $120,000 Volvo Truck
Volvo Trucks North America Inc.'s "Best Drive in the Game II" sweepstakes came to a spectacular conclusion at the Mid-America Trucking Show: A trucker from Hermitage, Tenn. won his choice of any truck Volvo makes. ... Continue reading
Thomas D. Rooney Named President of Filters and Hydraulic Systems at SPX
SPX Corporation announced that it has named Thomas D. Rooney as President of Filters and Hydraulic Systems. He succeeds Alex Kummant, who has been named President of the company's Lightnin business. ... Continue reading
Three Delphi Teams Make 'Final Four'
Delphi Automotive Systems showed the quality of its participation last weekend by placing four teams in the Championship Round of the Great Lakes Regional Competition in Ypsilanti, Mich. ... Continue reading
TRW Commences Compulsory Acquisition Procedure for LucasVarity plc
TRW Inc. announces that it has acquired or agreed to acquire 90 percent of LucasVarity's issued share capital. ... Continue reading
Volvo Trucks CEO: Industry Moving "Full Speed Ahead"
With the U.S. economy in the midst of its longest peacetime expansion, President and CEO of Volvo Trucks North America questioned why the financial markets haven't reflected the trucking industry's strong, sustained growth. ... Continue reading
Williams Controls Subsidiary Signs Long Term Agreement with Navistar
Williams Controls, Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Williams Controls Industries, Inc. in Portland, Oregon, has signed a five year agreement to supply electronic throttle controls (ETCs) to Navistar International Transportation Corporation. ... Continue reading
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