2007 Nissan Sentra SE-R to Debut at Los Angeles Auto Show
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced that it will introduce two exciting new performance vehicles at the Los Angeles Auto Show, November 29th, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. All-new for 2007, the Nissan Sentra will once again have SE-R high performance models; both SE-R and SE-R Spe ... Continue reading
The Suzuki MIO: A Wheelchair Powered By Fuel Cells
MILTON KEYNES, England - November 3, 2006: When all the talk about fuel cells centres on their application within the automobile, it may come as a surprise to learn that Suzuki is applying the technology in the powered wheelchair market. The company is one of the largest manufacturers of such products, and its latest m ... Continue reading
LINCOLN, Ala., Nov. 3 -- Associates at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC (HMA) today reached a production milestone at 10:25 a.m. CST with the completion of the 1 millionth Honda vehicle and V-6 engine built in Alabama. Honda associates Janice Lowe of Ashville, and John Chapman of Talladega, drove the Midnight Blue P ... Continue reading
FinishMaster Announces Third Quarter Financial Results
INDIANAPOLIS--FinishMaster, Inc. (Pink Sheets:FMST) today reported net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2006 of $5,192,000, or $0.66 per diluted share, compared with net income of $4,303,000, or $0.55 per diluted share, in the prior year period. The improvement in net income for the quarter compared to the pr ... Continue reading
Flextronics Launches Industrial Park In Chennai, India
SINGAPORE, Nov. 3 -- Flextronics , a global leading Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) provider, today announced that it has expanded its presence in India through the first phase completion of its planned eight million square foot industrial park in Chennai. Today's news, which follows a previously announced Mem ... Continue reading
Freescale Celebrates General Motors Supplier of the Year Award at Austin Headquarters
AUSTIN, Texas--Freescale Semiconductor , the leading supplier of automotive semiconductors, is commemorating its latest Supplier of the Year award from General Motors on Thursday, Nov. 9 at its Oak Hill headquarters in Austin. Freescale is the only semiconductor company to receive this prestigious GM recognition in two ... Continue reading
Geomagic Honored as a 2006 Triangle Business Journal Fast 50 Company
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.--Geomagic® (www.geomagic.com), a worldwide software and services company, announces that it has won a 2006 Triangle Business Journal Fast 50 Award for being one of the fastest growing private companies in the Triangle area of North Carolina. The award marks the third time that Geomagic, th ... Continue reading
H&E Equipment Services Announces 2006 Third QuarterEarnings and Conference Call Date
BATON ROUGE, La.--H&E Equipment Services, Inc. today announced that it will release its 2006 third quarter financial results before the market on Friday, November 10, 2006. The Company will also hold a conference call to discuss third quarter results on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time). To listen ... Continue reading
Company Completes Divestitures of Non-Core First Technology Businesses MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J., Nov. 3 -- Honeywell announced today that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell First Technology Automotive and Special Products (FTAS) to Sensata Technologies B.V., a portfolio company of Bain Capital LLC, for $90 mill ... Continue reading
J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2006 Unaudited Earnings, and Conference Call
HOUSTON--J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. which owns and operates primarily transportation related manufacturing businesses including Morgan Corporation, Morgan Olson Corporation, Truck Accessories Group, Inc., and its Specialty Manufacturing Division released unaudited revenues and earnings for the three and nine month per ... Continue reading
Jincheng Corporation Announces Manufacturing Alliance with Europe’s Largest Motorcycle Producer
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.--Jincheng Corporation, one of China’s largest motorcycle manufacturers, today announced a strategic alliance with Europe’s largest producer of motorcycles and scooters. Devon Motorcycles, Inc. is the registered Department of Transportation (DOT) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) agent f ... Continue reading
LoJack Corp. to Present at Sidoti, JPMorgan and UBS Conferences in November
WESTWOOD, Mass., Nov. 3 -- LoJack Corporation , the leading provider of tracking and recovery systems for stolen mobile assets, announced today that Joseph F. Abely, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, and Michael Umana, Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer will deliver presentations at the: * Sidoti & Compa ... Continue reading
News Release: Asian Development Bank Joins Methane to Markets Partnership
News for Release: Friday, Nov. 3, 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *Asian Development Bank Joins Methane to Markets Partnership *Contact: Roxanne Smith, (202) 564-4355 / smith.roxanne@epa.gov (Washington, D.C. - Nov. 3, 2006) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that the Asian Development B ... Continue reading
HAYWARD, Calif.--Rodedawg International Industries, Inc. (Pink Sheets:RWGI) announces today they have entered into a non-exclusive distribution agreement with American Car, S.A. to distribute its amphibious vehicles in Nicaragua, subject to the requirement of placing orders for a minimum of 25 vehicles the first year w ... Continue reading
State Auto Financial Declares 62nd Consecutive Quarterly Dividend
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Today the board of directors of State Auto Financial Corporation declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share, payable December 29, 2006, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 15, 2006. This is the 62nd consecutive quarterly cash dividend declared by the company’s boa ... Continue reading
Stoneridge to Present at the Baird 2006 Industrial Conference
WARREN, Ohio, Nov. 3 -- Stoneridge, Inc. announced today that it will present at the Baird Industrial Conference in Chicago on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. John C. Corey, president and chief executive officer, and George E. Strickler, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will begin the presentation at ... Continue reading
Timken Declares Quarterly Dividend
CANTON, Ohio, Nov. 3 -- The board of directors of The Timken Company today declared a quarterly cash dividend of 16 cents per share. The dividend is payable on Dec. 5, 2006, to shareholders of record as of Nov. 17, 2006. ... Continue reading
u-blox Delivers Cost-Effective GPS Module for Mass-Market Applications
THALWIL, Switzerland, November 3 -- u-blox AG, the leading Swiss provider of innovative GPS receiver technology, today announced the introduction of a cost-effective GPS module, ideally suited for mass-market GPS-enabled end products. Measuring a mere 17 x 22 mm, the LEA-4M has been designed for applications with strin ... Continue reading
Viasystems Announces Lead Free HASL Capability
ST. LOUIS--Viasystems, Inc., a global provider of printed circuit boards and electro-mechanical components and assemblies, announced today that it has added lead free HASL capability. The alloy utilized with this capability is SnCuNi (Nihon Superior SN100C) and the equipment contains both pre and post clean sections to ... Continue reading
Saab AlcoKey Helps Drivers Stay Clear of Drinking and Driving - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
STOCKHOLM - November 3, 2006: The Saab AlcoKey project, supported by the Swedish National Road Administration, aims at increasing safety on the roads by reducing accidents linked to alcohol, involving 29 per cent of driver fatalities in Sweden in 2005. The car's key, fitted with a mouthpiece and a breathalyser, sends a ... Continue reading
Bob -- from two press conferences attended -- 1 Tuesday, 1 today. Two Sebring print ads attached. Sending Nitro commericals in later email. Any problems let me know. marty Big Multi-Media Campaigns Scheduled: NEW CHRYSLER SEBRING AND NEW DODGE NITRO SUV TO GET MAJOR BACKING by Marty Bernstein, Marketing & Advertising E ... Continue reading
New 6.1-Litre V8 Hemi Offers Fuel Economy of Up To 20%
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c44499) has announced the addition of Automotive Powertrain Analyst - October 2006 Issue to their offering. Automotive is a dedicated round-up of all the latest global happenings and analysis specific to the automotive engine and transmiss ... Continue reading
* Campaign has a strong focus on men, yet reaches out to women seeking a masculine mid-size SUV * Consumers will be migrated to the new and improved Dodge Web site for in-depth product information * 2007 Dodge Nitro is the first mid-size sport-utility vehicle from the Dodge brand AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 3 -- The mark ... Continue reading
Adrenaline Road Rocket Preps for USA
The Barns Trebudannon Farm Trebudannon Newquay Cornwall TR8 4LP UK Telephone (+44) 01637 852500 enquiries@adrenalinemotorsport.co.uk NEWS RELEASE 3rd November 2006 Adrenaline's Murtaya Rockets Round Brands Hatch in US Preparation The recently launched Adrenaline Motorsport's Murtaya has just completed a weekend of circ ... Continue reading
Saab has readied its 9-7X Aero Concept â the companyâs first-ever SUV â to appeal to a hipper crowd of buyers attending the Specialty Equipment Manufacturer Association trade show in Las Vegas this week. In collaboration with the DUB customization company in Los Angeles, Saabâs concept is decked-out ... Continue reading
Volvo initiates a Traffic Accident Research Centre in China - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
GOTHENBURG- November 3, 2006: Volvo Car Corporation and AB Volvo (Trucks and Buses), are now setting up a joint Traffic Accident Research Centre in China. With its active traffic accident research, Volvo is continuing to acquire information and expertise in the drive to develop safer vehicles, while at the same time ho ... Continue reading
Wyler Racing and Con-way Freight Back Together in 2007
Sprague to Make Run for Unprecedented Fourth Championship FORT WORTH, Texas, Nov. 2 -- Wyler Racing and Con-way Freight, an operating unit of Con-way Inc. , today jointly announced the extension of Con-way Freight's partnership with the sponsorship of Wyler's No. 60 Con-way Freight Toyota Tundra in the NASCAR Craftsman ... Continue reading
Accuride Corporation Reports Third Quarter Results for 2006
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Accuride Corporation , a leading manufacturer and supplier of commercial vehicle components, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2006. The Company reported results of $341.6 million in net sales for the third quarter of 2006 compared to $316.1 million for th ... Continue reading
CSK Auto Obtains New York Stock Exchange Listing Extension
PHOENIX--CSK Auto Corporation today announced that it has received a four-month extension for continued listing and trading on the New York Stock Exchange. The extension provides the Company until February 28, 2007 (“Filing Date”) to file its 2005 Annual Report on Form 10-K (“2005 Form 10-K”) for its fiscal yea ... Continue reading
* DaimlerChrysler receives its fourth Corporation of the Year award from the NMSDC for its business development leadership * DaimlerChrysler recently receives Corporation of the Year awards from two other minority supplier organizations * 2005 minority sourcing equaled $3.8 billion, which represents 13 percent of total ... Continue reading
EMD Chemicals Inc. Announces New President and CEO
GIBBSTOWN, N.J.--EMD Chemicals Inc. (EMD) announced today the appointment of Meiken Krebs as President and CEO. Ms. Krebs will be responsible for EMD Chemicals, along with EMD Biosciences, Inc, and EMD Crop BioScience Inc, all North American affiliates of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, a leading global pharmaceutical and speci ... Continue reading
Flow International to Present at Pacific Growth Conference
KENT, Wash., Nov. 2 -- Flow International Corporation , the world's leading supplier of ultrahigh-pressure waterjet products, will be presenting at the Pacific Growth Equities Technology Conference in San Francisco on Wednesday, November 8. Douglas P. Fletcher, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, is scheduled t ... Continue reading
FORD RACING NOTES AND QUOTES Silverado 350 Qualifying, Page 1 November 2, 2006 Texas Motor Speedway TERRY COOK-10-Ford Power Stroke Diesel by Int'l F-150 (Qualified 3rd) - "For our program now, obviously, I was tickled to death to run that fast of a lap. We didn't do a simulated qualifying run in practice, so we really ... Continue reading
Freescale to Present at the MEMS Executive Congress in Phoenix
PHOENIX--Freescale Semiconductor , the leading supplier of automotive semiconductors, will be a featured participant at the annual MEMS Executive Congress to be held Nov. 5-7, 2006, at the Camelback Inn in Scottsdale, Ariz. Dave Monk, Freescale's automotive sensor operations manager, will present “Saving Lives While ... Continue reading
DENVER & MUNICH, Germany--Intermap Technologies Corp. (TSX: IMP)(AIM: IMAP) announced today that it has completed the proactive data collection of the entire country of Germany (357,000 sq. km. / 137,838 sq. mi.) to complete its NEXTMap® Deutschland initiative. Additionally, the company collected data in surrounding c ... Continue reading
REDMOND, Wash.--Microvision , the global leader in light scanning technologies for display and imaging products, announced today that it has entered into a joint development agreement with a major Asian consumer electronics manufacturer. The agreement focuses on development of high-volume design for manufacturing of Mi ... Continue reading
Addition of Compass DFS expands the RouteOne lending roster to more than 130 contracted finance sources FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Nov. 2 -- RouteOne, LLC announced today that Compass Dealer Financial Services (DFS) has joined its web-based credit application management system. RouteOne was developed by DaimlerChrysler F ... Continue reading
TrafficCast International Deploys the World's Largest Cellular Probe System in Shanghai
In Strategic Partnership With TrafficCast China and China Mobile MADISON, Wis., Nov. 2 -- TrafficCast International, Inc., the foremost developer of real-time and predictive traffic information in the U.S., and TrafficCast China (Shanghai), the developer of a vertically integrated traffic information system in China, t ... Continue reading
Virginia Farm Bureau Re-Signs Long Term Agreement with CCC Information Services Inc.
CHICAGO, Nov. 2 -- Following recent analysis to evaluate the 'work smart' philosophy of its operation, Virginia Farm Bureau has decided to renew an extended, multi-year agreement with CCC Information Services to provide its key claims services and solutions. "We constantly check to see if we're taking the right steps - ... Continue reading
Using SOA to Transform Car Buying and Selling Online
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Oded Noy, chief technology officer for Zag (www.zag.com), will be among the presenters at InfoWorldâs SOA Executive Forum, to be held Nov. 7-8 in New York. Noy will share real-world examples of how the ability to tailor, courtesy of SOA, is transforming the application development process for ... Continue reading
CarJockey.com Exceeds 3000 Units, Expects Growth in 2007
OWENSBORO, Ky., Nov. 3 -- CarJockey.com, the Internet's largest wholesale used vehicle network for franchised dealers, announced today they now have exceeded 3000 vehicles in the dealer network. The Network fees are completely success based; members pay no setup fees, no monthly fees, and no listing fees. Dealers elimi ... Continue reading
Chrysler Museum Chronicles Evolution of Holiday Trees with Cars, Trees & Traditions
* Special grand opening celebration slated for 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18; visitors invited to fill a 2007 Dodge Ram for Toys for Tots to benefit children of local servicepeople AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 3 -- Cars, Trees & Traditions, a special exhibition featuring authentically decorated vintage trees, nostalg ... Continue reading
Acquisition creates new growth opportunities and strengthens Sensata's position as a leading supplier of sensors and controls across a broad array of markets ATTLEBORO, Mass., Nov. 3 -- Sensata Technologies Inc. announced today that it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire Honeywell's First Technology Automotiv ... Continue reading
Volvo Initiates a Traffic Accident Research Centre in China
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Volvo Car Corporation and Volvo Group (trucks and buses), are now setting up a joint Traffic Accident Research Centre in China. With its active traffic accident research, Volvo is continuing to acquire information and expertise in the drive to develop safer vehicles, while at the same time hoping to ... Continue reading
USAC NATIONAL & USAC/CRA SPRINT CAR SERIES RACE RESULTS: November 2, 2006 - Perris, California - Perris Auto Speedway - 11th "Budweiser Oval Nationals" Presented by Temecula Valley Pipe & Supply QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Josh Wise, 20, Stewart-16.385; 2. Johnny Rodriguez, 7, Priestley-16.521; 3. Damion Gardner, 50, Chaffin-16 ... Continue reading
Alcoa Wheels Standard for Volvo Trucks North America
CLEVELAND--Alcoa Wheel Products announced today that it is now the standard supplier of forged aluminum truck wheels for Volvo Trucks North America. âWe are extremely pleased that our position with Volvo has developed to the point that we are now their standard aluminum wheel supplier and we look forward to our on ... Continue reading
PPG Chairman Bunch Says Company is Delivering on Growth Commitments
NEW YORK--Charles E. Bunch, chairman and chief executive officer of PPG Industries (NYSE Arca:PPG), told investment analysts here today he believes the companyâs financial results demonstrate its ability to consistently deliver profitable growth. âOur diverse business portfolio enables us to weather shifts in ... Continue reading
IntelliChoice.com Names Top Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Programs for 2007
SAN DIEGO--IntelliChoice.com, the leading provider of cost of ownership and value analysis and part of PRIMEDIAâs Automotive Digital Group, today announced the winners of the eighth annual ranking of certified pre-owned (CPO) manufacturer sponsored programs. Ending Jaguarâs five-year reign, Cadillac was selec ... Continue reading
Mechanic Hits the Jackpot in the BP National Search for the Best Auto Technician in America
Amoco Ultimate(R) 'Golden Mechanic' Wins Spokesperson Contract, $25,000 and a Year's Worth of Amoco Ultimate Fuel at BP LAS VEGAS, Nev., Nov. 2 -- Greg Damon hit the jackpot in Las Vegas today when he competed against top mechanics from across the country to take top prize in the BP search for the 2007 Amoco Ultimate " ... Continue reading
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C.--The American Concours Foundation today announced that eight classic automobiles are being sold on eBay Motors with a portion of the proceeds benefiting local Hilton Head charities. Sold separately, each automobile is currently showcased live as a part of a special charity event at the Hilton H ... Continue reading
Winners of SBN Athena and Woman of the Year Awards Recognized at the 2006 SEMA Show
Businesswomen's Network Honors Outstanding Contributions to Women in the Specialty Equipment Industry LAS VEGAS, Nov. 2 -- The SEMA Businesswomen's Network (SBN) presented the SBN Athena Award to Mike Eaton, president of Eaton Detroit Springs, and the SBN Woman of the Year Award to Kathleen Schmatz, president and CEO o ... Continue reading
NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Thursday, from Las Vegas Motor Speedway
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - PACIFIC DIVISION LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY, LAS VEGAS, NEV. Thursday, November 2, 2006 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 FINAL NHRA LUCAS OIL EVENT KICKS OFF IN LAS VEGAS LAS VEGAS - Racers from all across the country converged on Las Vegas Motor Speedway t ... Continue reading
Allstate Claims Experts Offer Tips for Avoiding a Run in with Our Forest Friends
IRVING, Texas--November 4th marks the start of deer season in Texas, and according to Allstate Insurance Company that means more chance of having a run-in with nature. According to Allstate claim experts, accidents involving animals increase dramatically this time of year. âDuring the fall, deer are more abundant ... Continue reading
Toyota's Opportunity Exchange to Celebrate 17th Year as Top Minority Business Conference
Trade Fair has Generated More than $100 million in Contracts for Minority Suppliers ERLANGER, Ky., Nov. 3 -- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TEMA) announced that Opportunity Exchange 2006, its annual minority business conference and trade fair, will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Reveals High Temperature Fuel Cell Technology
MILTON KEYNES, England - November 3, 2006: Volkswagen Research has developed a new and innovative type of high temperature fuel cell (HTFC) that means an affordable fuel cell-powered vehicle is suitable for everyday use could be available as early as 2020. The HTFC system eliminates the numerous disadvantages of existi ... Continue reading
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