Challenge Bibendum 2004 Comes to China
SHANGHAI, China, Dec. 3 -- The world's premier clean vehicle event, Challenge Bibendum, will make its debut in Asia in 2004 in Shanghai, China. Organized by Michelin, the world's tire technology leader, the event promotes progress in the development of environmentally friendly vehicles and is an increasingly popular pl ... Continue reading
Motor Press Guild Names Dean Batchelor Award Winners
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 3 -- The Motor Press Guild last night presented its Dean Batchelor Award to Robert Genat and Don Cox during the organization's annual Holiday Awards Dinner at the Petersen Automotive Museum. Genat, an accomplished author and photographer, and Cox, dry lakes racer and photographer were recognized for t ... Continue reading
Dodge and Airstream Unite to Debut Sprinter Westfalia RV
'Exclusive Distribution Created to Support New Entry in Camper-Van Market' - Perfect combination of comfort, functionality and safety - Provides expanded living and sleeping capacity for four people - Full kitchen with refrigerator, stove top burners, and plenty of storage - Fold out dining table to seat five - Bathroo ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Dec. 3 -- Automotive suppliers, Federal-Mogul (BULLETIN BOARD: FDMLQ) and Siemens VDO, announced today that they will jointly develop a combustion sensor that is integrated into the glow plug in diesel engine applications. This innovative sensor will, for the first time, enable the combustion to be m ... Continue reading
AutoZone Becomes Title Sponsor of NASCAR Elite Division;
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.--Dec. 3, 2003--AutoZone , the nation's leading auto parts retailer, will become the title sponsor of the NASCAR Elite Division, it was announced today. The Elite Division, which will now be re-named the NASCAR AutoZone Elite Division, consists of four individual racing series in four regions of the ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Announces Intention To Divest Aftermarket Group
Company to Focus on Supporting Global Original Equipment Customers TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec. 3 -- In a move to sharpen Dana Corporation's focus on the original equipment marketplace, its Board of Directors announced today that it intends to divest the company's Automotive Aftermarket Group. The Board stated that the key benef ... Continue reading
Diamond Powersports Reports Record Sales for October and November
SUNRISE, Fla., Dec. 3 -- Diamond Powersports (BULLETIN BOARD: DPWS) is pleased to announce that it has recorded record sales increases for the months of October and November for its fourth quarter which ends December 31, 2003. Diamond Powersports reported a 132% increase in revenues and a 209% increase in Gross Profit ... Continue reading
Anti-Drunk Driving Heroes to Receive National Honors
WHAT: To help kick off the December holiday season's National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month, the National Commission Against Drunk Driving (NCADD) will hold a special ceremony to honor unsung heroes from across the nation who are leaders in the fight against drunk driving and underage drinking. In addition ... Continue reading
GREENWICH, Conn.--Dec. 3, 2003-- TNS/NFO WorldGroup Study Reveals Honda and Toyota Have Strongest Reputation; Automotive Industry Can Raise Its Failing Grade by Improving on Its "Quality" Messages From the fast and the furious to plain failures - is the automotive industry running out of gas? According to a new study b ... Continue reading
November 2003 US Vehicle Sales Scorecard
U.S. light vehicle sales, market share for NovemberTuesday December 2, 5:34 pm ET DETROIT, Dec 2 (Reuters) - The following chart represents U.S. light vehicle sales totals, individual automaker results and market share for the month of November. Percent changes are based on the daily sales rate. The seasonally adjusted ... Continue reading
Summer 2003 High Gas Prices -Not Rigged By Companies
WASHINGTON, Dec 2, 2003 Tom Doggett writing for Reuters reported that record-high U.S. gasoline prices during the last week of August were not caused by oil companies' market manipulation, but instead reflected a normal response to tight fuel supplies and strong consumer demand, the U.S. government said on Tuesday. An ... Continue reading
Here We Go - Clothing, Toys, Electronics Now Ford Says It "May" Export Vehicles FROM China
DETROIT/CHICAGO, Dec 2, 2003; Justin Hyde and Susan Kelly writing for Reuters reported that China's huge promise as a hub for global auto production, the head of Ford Motor Co. on Tuesday said the automaker expects to use about $1 billion in Chinese-made auto parts next year and may one day export finished cars from th ... Continue reading
Incentives, Economy Up November 2003 Car Sales
DETROIT December 3, 2003; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that automakers are bullish about prospects for December and the start of next year after strong November sales that got a boost from richer consumer incentives, revamped vehicle lineups and an improving U.S. economy. "The momentum we're seeing in the ... Continue reading
Nobodys Perfect - 2003 Recalls In Japan Reach Record High
NEW YORK December 3, 2003; Dow Jones reportes that the number of vehicles subject to recalls by automakers in Japan has already set a yearly high in the first eight months of this fiscal year, Kyodo news service reported Wednesday, citing government data. In the April-November period, automakers filed with the Land, In ... Continue reading
Fleetwood RV and Goodyear Announce New Relationship
Fleetwood RV Selects Goodyear as Preferred Provider of RV Tires RIVERSIDE, Calif. and AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 3 -- Fleetwood RV and The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced that Fleetwood will equip their RVs with Goodyear's extensive line of RV tires. The announcement was made to coincide with a joint appearance b ... Continue reading
Fleetwood RV Rolls Out 2004 GearBOX LSV Nationwide
All-New Lifestyle Support Vehicle Keeps Outdoor Enthusiasts Up-Close With the Action RIVERSIDE, Calif., Dec. 3 -- Following the successful West Coast launch of its 2004 GearBOX LSV (Lifestyle Support Vehicle), Fleetwood RV, the world's leading recreational vehicle manufacturer, today announced the nationwide availabili ... Continue reading
Car and Driver 10 Best Includes Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Ford and GM Products Round-Out Prestigious List of 2004 Models ANN ARBOR, Mich., Dec. 3 -- The world's number one automotive enthusiast magazine, Car and Driver, today announced winners in its 22nd annual roundup of the ten best cars sold in America. The Car and Driver "10Best" winners are featured in January 2004 issu ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation, Permo-Drive Technologies Ltd. Sign Agreement For Fuel-Saving Hybrid Vehicle System
TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec. 2 -- Dana Corporation and Permo-Drive Technologies Ltd. announced today that they have signed an exclusive licensing agreement for the design, development, and supply of the Permo-Drive Regenerative Drive System (RDS) for use in the U.S. Army's Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTVs). The Army has ... Continue reading
Aftermarket Technology Corp. Names President/COO
-- Announces Potential Sale of UK Business Unit -- Planning Up to $60 Million of Potential Stock Repurchases -- Projects 2004 Performance Increasing Significantly WESTMONT, Ill., Dec. 2 -- Aftermarket Technology Corp. , today announced the appointment of Don Johnson as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective J ... Continue reading
American, Sir? That'll Cost You More!
PORTAFERRY, Northern Ireland, Dec. 2 -- Incredible but true: U.S. citizens booking car rentals on the internet through U.S.-based companies can end up paying 20-30% more than other nationalities. Known in the travel trade as "source market pricing," the practice of providing "different strokes for different folks" stem ... Continue reading
POCATELLO, Idaho--Dec. 2, 2003--AMI Semiconductor , will present at the Credit Suisse First Boston Annual Technology Conference on December 3, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. MT. Presenting for the company will be Chris King, president and chief executive officer. A live audio Web broadcast of the presentation will be available to ... Continue reading
Aquapel Glass Treatment by PPG Enhances Safety of 2004 Lexus RX330
PITTSBURGH--Dec. 2, 2003--PPG Industries will provide Aquapel rain-repellant glass treatment as an original-equipment application to improve visibility for the front side windows as part of a safety package on the Lexus RX330 - the manufacturer's first model to be produced in North America. Automotive manufacturers in ... Continue reading
Copart Reports First Quarter Financial Results
FAIRFIELD, Calif.--Dec. 2, 2003--Copart, Inc. today reported results for the first quarter ended October 31, 2003. Copart earned net income of $15,241,200 in the first quarter of fiscal 2004 on revenues of $91,466,600. This quarter's net income is 4% higher than the $14,706,500 earned in the same period of fiscal 2003 ... Continue reading
DCG Revs up the Racing Industry with Cost-Effective Printing Technology
INDIANAPOLIS--Dec. 2, 2003--Indianapolis-based DCG (Diversified Communications Group), marketing support partner of the racing industry, expands capabilities to better serve the printing demands of the racing industry. The new technology, 4-color versioning printing, is added to the production toolkit already in place: ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Appoints Vice President - Customer Advocate
New Position Elevates Company's Commitment to Customers TULSA, Okla., Dec. 2 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today named Janet Worley to the newly created position of Vice President - Customer Advocate. In this role, Worley will be responsible for designing and implementing the company's customer service initi ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Appoints Vice President - Customer Advocate
New Position Elevates Company's Commitment to Customers TULSA, Okla., Dec. 2 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today named Janet Worley to the newly created position of Vice President - Customer Advocate. In this role, Worley will be responsible for designing and implementing the company's customer service initi ... Continue reading
SEDALIA, Colo., Dec. 2 -- Hopkins Manufacturing Corporation has acquired the assets of Master Concepts, Inc. -- the market-leading supplier of auxiliary braking systems for the RV market, Hopkins announced today. Sedalia, Col.-based Master Concepts is the designer, developer and manufacturer of the patented BrakeBuddy( ... Continue reading
GLENVIEW, Ill., Dec. 2 -- Illinois Tool Works Inc. today announced that it will host a conference call and webcast of its Annual Meeting for Investors to be held December 5, 2003 at the Westin New York at Times Square. The conference call and webcast of its meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. eastern time and conclude at a ... Continue reading
Payless Car Rental Offers $20.04 Daily Rate for 2004
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--Dec. 2, 2003--Rent a compact car for only $20.04 in 2004 at participating Payless Car Rental System, Inc. locations when the vehicle is booked online for travel between January 1 - 31, 2004. Or, rent a mid-size car for $30 a day anytime throughout the year. Reservations for these special rates can ... Continue reading
PRICE Systems Announces Major Wins in Federal Markets
US Army National Automotive Center and National Computerization Agency of Korea Gain Greater Cost Visibility and Project Control MT. LAUREL, N.J., Dec. 2 -- PRICE Systems, the world leader in Project Affordability Management solutions for the global Federal market, today announced two contracts for its Cost Estimating ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Chassis Unveils High-Line Diesel Chassis
Spartan Keeps Pace with Consumer Demand with Feature-Packed Chassis For Class 'A' Market CHARLOTTE, Mich., Dec. 2 -- Buyers of high-end motorhomes demand the latest features, most comfortable ride, and newest high-tech components for their coaches. For three decades, Spartan Motors Chassis has met that demand with a va ... Continue reading
TeamRTR Nissan Sentra SE-R at PRI Show
SAUKVILLE, Wisc.--Dec. 2, 2003--TeamRTR's Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V will be a focal point of the Sports Car Club of America's display during the Performance Racing Industry trade show, Dec. 4-6, at the Indianapolis Convention Center. Team owner and lead driver Peter Cunningham will appear with the race-winning car to s ... Continue reading
Hyundai Sales Up 6 Percent in November
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 2 -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 27,643 vehicles for the month of November, an increase of 6.1 percent over last November. Year-to-date sales of Hyundai vehicles in the U.S. are up 4.5 percent. "Hyundai is positioned to achieve yet another record sales year," said Hyunda ... Continue reading
Subaru November Sales Up 4% Year-to-Date; Baja Sales Up 12% From Last Year
CHERRY HILL, N.J., Dec. 2 -- Subaru of America, Inc., the only car company that offers Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as standard equipment on every vehicle in its product line, reported November sales of 13,088 units. This total represents a four percent increase in sales year-to-date. Baja sales also recorded an increas ... Continue reading
Toyota Reports Record November 2003 Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 2 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported best-ever November sales of 147,731, an increase of 12.8 percent over last November. Calendar-year-to-date (CYTD) sales total 1,712,897, an increase of 6.5 percent compared to the same period last year. "A strong rebound in retail sales, ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces November 2003 Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 2 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced monthly sales of 16,173 units for November 2003, up 6.5 percent from October 2003. Year-to-date sales for KMA totaled 218,896 units. "We are still rebuilding our inventory as a result of production lost during the recent labor negotiations in Korea," sa ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 2 -- Championship Auto Racing Teams, Inc. ("Championship" or "Company") (BULLETIN BOARD: CPNT.OB) announced today that representatives of Open Wheel Racing Series ("OWRS") informed the company that OWRS believes that a number of conditions of the pending merger between the parties will not be satisfi ... Continue reading
MBUSA Reports November New Car Sales of 18,210
Mercedes-Benz Year-to-Date Sales Up 2.6 Percent MONTVALE, N.J., Dec. 2 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported November sales of 18,210 vehicles, pushing the company's year-to-date volume to 196,930, an increase of 2.6 percent over last year's year-to-date record. November sales marked the second-best in MBUSA history, s ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Reports November Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., Dec. 2 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today reported November 2003 sales of 16,910 units. Sales were supported by a record month for the Mitsubishi Endeavor S.U.V., which continued gathering momentum by posting its highest monthly total ever at 5,407 units. Total sales in November 2003 ... Continue reading
Spartan Motors Introduces New Entry-level Chassis at RVIA 2003
Spartan Brings a Commercial Drive Train to Diesel Pusher Market CHARLOTTE, Mich., Dec. 2 -- For more than 15 years, Spartan Motors Chassis has led the RV industry in developing diesel motorhome chassis that feature uncommon performance and innovation. Now, the Charlotte, Mich.-based subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. h ... Continue reading
Porsche Cars North America Reports November U.S. Sales
North American Sales Increased by 58 Percent; Best November in History ATLANTA, Dec. 2 -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc., (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars (Boxster, 911 and Cayenne) in the United States and Canada, today announced North American retail sales for November totaled 2,654 cars, a 5 ... Continue reading
Saab Continues Strong Sales Pace -- Record Year in Sight
- New car sales in November were up 30 percent over 2002. - Year-to-date numbers grow to 27 percent over last year. NORCROSS, Ga., Dec. 2 -- Saab Cars USA's November tallies maintained the pace with a volume of 3,600 new car sales, a 30 percent increase over 2002. This marked the best November for the US market in 16 y ... Continue reading
Open Wheel Racing Announces Alternative Proposal
OPEN WHEEL RACING SERIES LLC CONTACT: Wendy Gabers Phone: 517-337-2600 OPEN WHEEL RACING ANNOUNCES ALTERNATIVE PROPOSAL LANSING, Mich. (Dec. 2, 2003) ‹ Open Wheel Racing Series LLC (³OWRS²) today announced that it proposed to Championship Auto Racing Teams, Inc. (OTCBB: CPNT.OB) (³Championship²) that it acqui ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Reports November U.S. Sales Increased 3 Percent
- Dodge Ram sales up 15 percent - All-new 2004 Dodge Durango has strong launch; dealer orders exceed 40,000 units - Chrysler brand sales up 23 percent AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 2 -- Chrysler Group reported sales of 157,212 units for November 2003, a 3 percent increase compared on a day-rate basis to November 2002. Ther ... Continue reading
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