GM Reports 365,375 Deliveries in March 2006
2007 Chevy Tahoe Sales Exceed 10,000 Units in March; Up 41 Percent Compared to February 2007Cadillac Escalade Sales Rise 68 Percent vs. February; GMC Yukon Sales Up 109 Percent Premium Brands, Cadillac, HUMMER, Saab and Buick, All Post Sales Gains in March GM's Total Sales Down Compared to Strong Year-Ago Results DETRO ... Continue reading
• Strategic move of a leading automotive supplier strengthens global presence and increases service and product offering for customers worldwide • Integration into Continental increases growth potential and expands resources for the development of intelligent vehicle systems for safety electronics, body ele ... Continue reading
Cruz Pedregon / Advance Auto Parts Race Team - Houston Results
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 3, 2006 Contact: Allison Holt, JRL Group, (847) 291-7080 x201, allison@jrlgroup.com Janie Vogel, JRL Group, (440) 915-7627, janievogel@yahoo.com Hi- and low-resolution photos available upon request FUEL LEAK SIDELINES CRUZ PEDREGON AND THE ADVANCE AUTO PARTS RACE TEAM IN HOUSTON AFTER WEEKEN ... Continue reading
Tony Pedregon / Q Power Race Team - Houston Results
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 3, 2006 Contact: Allison Holt, JRL Group, (847) 291-7080 x201, <mailto:allison@jrlgroup.com> allison@jrlgroup.com Janie Vogel, JRL Group, (440) 915-7627, <mailto:janievogel@yahoo.com> janievogel@yahoo.com Hi- and low-resolution photos available upon request TONY PEDREGON AND THE Q POWER RACE ... Continue reading
TOYOTA SIENNA 06 This Is No “Mini” Van By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau In the beginning there were cargo vans. Built on light truck chassis they were big and mostly built to haul cargo. Some were dressed up to be luxurious people haulers with captain’s chairs, cup holders and shag car ... Continue reading
New Dunlop Commercial Tires Expand Into Full Lineup
AKRON, Ohio, April 3 -- The resurgence of the Dunlop brand in North America is spreading from the family car to commercial trucks. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced today new Dunlop tires to fill out its commercial tire line. The company is rolling out new tires and sizes in mixed-service to go along with it ... Continue reading
VENTURA UP NEXT FOR CALIF. DIRT FOCUS MIDGETS; IRWINDALE CANCELLED
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 3, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 06-50 VENTURA UP NEXT FOR CALIF. DIRT FOCUS MIDGETS; IRWINDALE CANCELLED INDIANAPOLIS – The California Ford Focus Midget Car Series continues Saturday after rain cancelled the second Focus race on the West Coast in three weeks. Drivers will b ... Continue reading
FIRST USAC-SANCTIONED RALLY OF SEASON COMES THIS WEEKEND IN NEW YORK STATE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 3, 2005 Contact: MICHAEL HARKER/DICK JORDAN 06-51 FIRST USAC-SANCTIONED RALLY OF SEASON COMES THIS WEEKEND IN NEW YORK STATE INDIANAPOLIS – The first of six USAC-sanctioned rally races is scheduled for this Friday and Saturday with the Rally New York USA in Monticello, N.Y., part of Am ... Continue reading
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--April 3, 2006-- Magellan RoadMate 3000T, 3050T and 6000T Designed for a Better Navigation Experience, Plus Extras: Hands-Free Bluetooth Calling, Real-Time Traffic, Photo Viewer, MP3 Player and More Thales' navigation business, creators of the Hertz(R) NeverLost(R) and a leading global innovator of ... Continue reading
MANN+HUMMEL Uses Innovative Technology to Meet Environmental Challenges
DETROIT, April 3 -- MANN+HUMMEL, a leader in combining engineering technologies, uses innovative components crafted of advanced materials, sophisticated plastics and composites to provide automakers with the tools required to produce environmentally responsible, fuel-efficient vehicles. Many of their most advanced prod ... Continue reading
AutoZone / Kenny Wallace TEXAS Pre-Race Report
Please find the AutoZone / Kenny Wallace TEXAS pre-race report text below. You can also access the document in its entirety, along with high-res images and up to the minute information, at _www.ppcracing.com/media_ (http://www.ppcracing.com/media) . Thanks! Kenny Wallace #22 AutoZone Ford Fusion O’Reilly ... Continue reading
F1's Speed 9th in Australia, Heading to Infineon Raceway This Week
Contact: John Cardinale 707-933-3907 Manteca's Speed Takes 9th Place in Australia, will Visit Infineon Raceway on Wednesday, April 5 SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - Manteca native Scott Speed posted his best effort of the season at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, taking ninth place for Toro Rosso Scuderia. ... Continue reading
Ferrari Challenge Enters 14th U.S. Season of Privateer Racing
Ferrari Festival & Racing Atmosphere Open to the Public - Season Highlights New 430 Challenge and Historic Vintage Racing, Along with Select FXX Demonstrations ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., April 3 -- Entering its 14th racing season in the U.S., the North American Ferrari Challenge continues to provide owners and enthusiasts ... Continue reading
Equifax Marketing Tool Helps Publishers Attract Automotive Advertisers
ATLANTA, April 3 -- Equifax Inc. today announced the availability of its 2006 version of MatchMAKER(R), a proprietary research tool that arms publishers with the most recent market data to help attract automotive advertising. Containing more than 11 million records for new cars and trucks purchased between October 1, 2 ... Continue reading
Revving it up at this year's Auto Show NEW YORK, April 3 -- New York City is no stranger to starting trends and shaping opinions, so it is no surprise that the world's automakers have pulled out all the stops to show-off some of the most amazing concept cars and trucks ever seen. Like the City, the 2006 New York Intern ... Continue reading
Aisin Group Announces Growth Results, New Product Technology
Double Digit Percentage, Leading Edge Technologies Point to Bright Future for Tier One Supplier DETROIT, April 3 -- One of the world's leading Tier One automotive suppliers reported today that it expects its global consolidated sales for Fiscal Year 2005 to increase by 12 percent over the same period a year ago. The Ai ... Continue reading
Carfax Unveils New National Advertising Campaign
FAIRFAX, Va.--April 3, 2006--Carfax today launched a new advertising campaign encouraging used car buyers to look for Carfax Vehicle History Reports wherever they shop for cars. "Dealers shouldn't start the used car buying season with a strike against them," said Larry Gamache, director of communications at Carfax. "Ca ... Continue reading
Emitec's Innovative Oxidation Catalysts Perform Better Even at Lower Volumes
DETROIT, April 3 -- Emitec, Inc. has combined two metal foils with different turbulent flow profiles in order to produce an oxidation catalyst that increases efficiency, reduces overall installation size and saves cost. The new diesel oxidation catalyst contains flat layers made from perforated foil (PE) and corrugated ... Continue reading
LAS VEGAS, April 3 -- EXX INC (AMEX:EXX-A) (AMEX:and) (AMEX:EXX-B) today announced its consolidated net sales and net income for the quarter and the year ended December 31, 2005. 2005 2004 (unaudited) (unaudited) Quarter Ended December 31 Net sales $ 38,358,000 $ 34,299,000 Net income (loss) $ 204,000 (A)(B) $ (1,215,0 ... Continue reading
Mrs. Bush Observes MADD's Protecting You/Protecting Me Alcohol Use Prevention Program in Albuquerque ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., April 3 -- First Lady Laura Bush visited Bel Air Elementary School in Albuquerque, N.M. today and observed 2nd grade students learn "Stop and Think It Through"-an important lesson on making good choic ... Continue reading
Gill Industries Launches Headrest Mechanism that Lowers Cost, 10X Quicker to Retool
New folding headrest weighs less and is thinner than competing products GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 3 -- Gill Industries Inc. has developed a folding headrest mechanism for 2nd and 3rd row seats of SUVs, minivans, and crossover vehicles that is 10 times quicker to place into production than competing products and can sa ... Continue reading
Good Afternoon, In an effort to keep you informed of the exciting developments at ICOP Digital, Inc., , it is my pleasure to bring the Company's most recent press release to your attention. Today, the Company announced that based on its preliminary review of the number of ICOP Model 20/20 in-car video units and backend ... Continue reading
KOREM Inc. to Resell NAVTEQ(R) Map Data in Canada and the U.S.
Agreement is Part of KOREM's Location Intelligence and Geospatial Offerings CHICAGO, April 3 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital map data for location-based solutions and vehicle navigation, has been selected as a map data provider by KOREM Inc., a leader in the development and integration of web-mapping s ... Continue reading
MTS Leverages 40 Years of Experience and Commitment to Ground Vehicles Market to Deliver Comprehensive Drivetrain Testing Solutions to Meet Customer Needs EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., April 3 -- MTS Systems Corporation today added new solutions to its drivetrain product family. MTS' comprehensive suite of innovative mechanical ... Continue reading
Opal-RT introduces RT-LAB MX Station - Combines industry leading RT-LAB software with high performance COTS PC and XILINX FPGA technologies in a compact, ruggedized solution that the engineer can use anywhere Opal-RT Technologies Booth #1910 SAE 2006 World Congress April 3-6, 2006 Cobo Center, Detroit MI DETROIT, April ... Continue reading
Opal-RT Technologies Booth #1910 SAE 2006 World Congress April 3-6, 2006 Cobo Center, Detroit MI Demonstrations at the Opal-RT Technologies booth: Members of Opal-RT's technical team will be demonstrating solutions based on the company's flagship technology -- RT-LAB. The highlights of Opal-RT's booth demonstrations in ... Continue reading
Park Place Dealerships Purchases Volvo Dealership in Irving, Texas
DALLAS--April 3, 2006--Park Place Dealerships, a Dallas-based automotive group, has purchased Point West Volvo of Irving, Texas, for an undisclosed price. The dealership will be renamed Park Place Volvo and will be the ninth dealership for Park Place which now represents 12 luxury brands. "Volvo has a great reputation ... Continue reading
BOSTON--April 3, 2006--The new Strategy Analytics automotive consumer report, "Automotive Consumer Survey - Opportunity Implications for Automotive Multimedia and Information," shows that 47 percent of new car buyers across the US, UK, Germany and France already own an iPod or MP3 player, and that 35 percent are planni ... Continue reading
BOSTON--April 3, 2006--Teradyne, Inc. announced that it has been selected to supply its microFLEX(TM) test system as the designated automotive power IC test system to Infineon Technologies AG (FSE/NYSE: IFX), one of the world's leading suppliers of integrated circuits (IC). In an agreement spanning four years, Teradyne ... Continue reading
LIVONIA, Mich., April 3 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. will simultaneously web cast its upcoming presentation at the Morgan Stanley Global Automotive Conference in New York, N.Y., on Tuesday, April 11, 2006. The presentation is scheduled to begin at approximately 8:45 a.m. (EDT) and is expected to run for approximate ... Continue reading
XcelPlus Global Holdings Announces Xcelplus Lube Centers, Inc.
SALUDA, Va.--April 3, 2006--XcelPlus Global Holdings, Inc., a Nevada Corporation the parent company of Xcelplus International Inc. (Pink Sheets: XLPI), (http://XcelPlus.com) has established a new corporation to purchase and convert quick lube centers over to our new E85 program. Xcelplus Lube Centers a Nevada Corporati ... Continue reading
XcelPlus Shareholders to Get Shares In XcelPlus Global Holdings
SALUDA, Va.--April 3, 2006--XcelPlus International Inc. (PINK SHEETS: XLPI), XcelPlus International (http://XcelPlus.com) has established a new corporation to act as the principle holding company for all of its licenses, patents and proprietary formulas. Xcelplus Global Holdings Inc., a Nevada Corporation, will be used ... Continue reading
Air News Brief: EPA Weighs Options to Speed and Strengthen Air Quality Standard-Setting Process
*News Brief *If you need more information on this subject, call the listed Press Officer. For Release: (Washington, D.C. -- Monday, April 3, 2006) *EPA Weighs Options to Speed and Strengthen Air Quality Standard-Setting Process *Contact: John Millett, (202) 564-4355 / millett.john@epa.gov Options intended to ensure tha ... Continue reading
David Barnes Appointed Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Simon Holdings, LLC
TAYLOR, Mich., April 3 -- Simon Holdings, LLC announced the appointment of David Barnes, 47, as executive vice president and general counsel effective immediately. The announcement was made by Sam Simon, CEO of Simon Holdings. Barnes is responsible for all of the company's legal needs, including contract negotiation, l ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Acquires Thrifty Franchise Operations in Little Rock
TULSA, Okla., April 3 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today announced the acquisition of the Thrifty Car Rental franchise operations in Little Rock, Arkansas. The acquisition includes an on-airport location as well as a local market store. The terms of the transaction, effective April 1, were not disclosed. Th ... Continue reading
Matrix System Accepting Entries for 2007 Calendar
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rosie Dusseau, Marketing, 248.668.8135 ext. 2228, rmdusseau@matrixsystem.com <mailto:rmdusseau@matrixsystem.com> MATRIX SYSTEM(r) ACCEPTING ENTRIES FOR 2007 CALENDAR CONTEST Walled Lake, MI - April 3, 2006 - Matrix System Automotive Finishes is now accepting entries for its 2007 Award Win ... Continue reading
X-Rite Declares First-Quarter Cash Dividend
GRANDVILLE, Mich.--April 3, 2006--X-Rite, Incorporated today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a first-quarter cash dividend of 2 1/2 cents per share on its common stock. The dividend is payable May 12, 2006, to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 14, 2006. X-Rite reported 21,336,6 ... Continue reading
Behr America Plans Major North American Expansion
TROY, Mich., April 3 -- Behr America plans to nearly double the size of its North American headquarters in Troy, add new business at its renovated Dayton Thermal Products plant in Ohio and build a major new production facility in Mexico. "We are laying the foundation for further growth in North America," says Frank Mue ... Continue reading
The History Of The Mercedes-Benz Museum
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on April 3, 2006 at 3:15 PM CST In the mood for some light reading? If so you're in luck, because the good people over at DaimlerChrysler have published a tremendously in- depth look at the history of the Mercedes-Benz museum. From its humble beginnings in the early 1900's to its record- ... Continue reading
Subaru of America Records 2006 Best March Sales in Company History
- Total sales up 10% from same period last year; Subaru Impreza posts double-digit growth - CHERRY HILL, N.J., April 3 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported March sales totaling 19,048 units. This total represents a 10 percent increase over the same period last year. Sales of the Subaru Impreza model also jumped 14 ... Continue reading
Suzuki Sales Jump 46 Percent in March 2006
BREA, Calif.--April 3, 2006--American Suzuki Motor Corp. (ASMC) today announced sales of 10,887 units in March - an increase of 46 percent over March 2005 and the best March sales in company history. Year-to-date sales, which total 26,639 also are up 40 percent, marking Suzuki's best ever first quarter. Suzuki's monthl ... Continue reading
Kia Motors America Announces Record March 2006 Sales
Best First Quarter Ever Keeps Company on Pace for Another Consecutive Record Sales Year IRVINE, Calif., April 3 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best first quarter sales ever of 64,833 units, a 2.4-percent increase year to date. KMA also experienced its best March sales ever, posting 26,004 total sales f ... Continue reading
Mazda Reports March 2006 Sales
- Calendar Year-to-Date Sales Up Five Percent as Fiscal Year Closes - IRVINE, Calif., April 3 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported March sales of 25,514 vehicles boosting its first-quarter sales total to 67,271, an increase of five percent versus the same period last year. Mazda's sales were led in ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Reports March 2006 U.S. Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., April 3 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., today reported March sales of 10,250 units, an increase of 28.5% compared to February sales of 7,976. "March was a very strong month, particularly in the retail sector (up 41% from February), which is critical for the success of our dealers and our comp ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Announces 2005 Best Fiscal Year Ever
GARDENA, Calif.--April 3, 2006--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) closed fiscal year 2005 (FY05) with its best sales ever, making company history by reporting 1,075,097 total fiscal year-end sales, up 6.1 percent over FY04. This marks the second straight year NNA surpassed the million unit mark in a fiscal year. March s ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Reports March 2006 U.S. Sales
* Strong Retail Sales of Dodge Caliber, Jeep(R) Commander and Dodge Ram Lift Total Company Performance in March * Dodge Ram Monthly Sales Improve 9 Percent * Jeep Wrangler Sets New Monthly Sales Record; Sales Rise 21 Percent Year-Over-Year * Dodge Caliber Sales Increase 316 Percent over February Sales as Dealers Contin ... Continue reading
Porsche Announces March 2006 Best 911 Sales Month in U.S. History
Record March for U.S. Porsche Sales ATLANTA, April 3 -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, today announced its best-ever March sales in the United States. The company sold a total of 3,185 Porsches, an increase of 14 ... Continue reading
Toyota Reports March 2006 Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., April 3 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported all-time best-ever monthly sales of 217,286 units, up 6.9 percent over the same period last year. TMS passenger cars led the way in sales with best-ever March sales totaling 117,299 units, an increase of 0.6 percent over last March. TMS ... Continue reading
Acura Announces March 2006 Sales Results
TSX Sales Set Record for Fourth Consecutive Month TORRANCE, Calif., April 3 -- Driven by another month of record sales for the TSX and strong sales of the TL luxury sedan, Acura sold 17,524 units during the month of March, the division announced today. The TSX sports sedan continued its recent sales momentum in March, ... Continue reading
Action Pursuit Group Acquires DRIVE! Media
Apprise Enthusiast Media Unit Sees Strong Growth Potential in Niche Media Focused on Automotive Segment ORANGE, Calif., April 3 -- The Action Pursuit Group (APG), an operating company of Apprise Enthusiast Media LLC, today announced the acquisition of DRIVE! Media, LLC, a publisher of automotive enthusiast publications ... Continue reading
Hi-Tech/NAPA Crate Engines to Be Featured on Overhaulin' TV Show
SALT LAKE CITY, April 3 -- Hi-Tech/NAPA crate engines will be featured on TLC's Overhaulin' TV show. The show will air Tuesday April 4th at 9 PM EST. The special episode is titled "DoubleHaulin" and will transform both a NAPA delivery truck and a NAPA employee's Chevy El Camino in true Chip Foose style. Dubbed the most ... Continue reading
Free Vehicle Inspection and Child Passenger Safety Information Offered to Honda Owners
Free Vehicle Inspection and Child Passenger Safety Information Offered to Honda Owners in April TORRANCE, Calif., April 3 -- Honda dealerships nationwide are inviting owners to participate in Honda Car Care Days this April. In conjunction with the National Car Care Council's "National Car Care Month," participating dea ... Continue reading
Cruise Nights at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum Welcome Cruisers With All Makes and Models
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 3 -- Take one part exuberant enthusiasts, add the lovely landscape of an automotive gem and blend in summer's balmy breezes and it's Cruise Nights at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills. The Museum is welcoming cruisers with all makes and models 6 - 9 p.m. Thursdays June 8 and 29, J ... Continue reading
iCarMagic Hires Former Cars.com Executive Doug Gold as Vice President of Sales
NOVATO, Calif.--April 3, 2006--iCarMagic, provider of a revolutionary Customer Management System designed specifically for the automotive dealer, announces the hiring of Doug Gold as Vice President of Sales. The hire will support the company's strong client and sales growth and significantly contribute to developing an ... Continue reading
American Honda Reports 2006 Record March Sales
Honda Division Posts Best-Ever March TORRANCE, Calif., April 3 -- With strong light truck and robust sales of the all-new 2006 Civic, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted record March results of 128,806 Honda and Acura vehicle sales, an increase of 0.2 percent over March 2005. Light trucks for American Honda also pos ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Reports 2006 Best March Sales Ever
MONTVALE, N.J., April 3 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest March on record with sales of 21,417 new vehicles, an increase of 17.9 percent over last March, bringing year-to-date total sales to 51,242 new vehicles, a 17.1 percent increase compared to the first quarter of 2005. Passenger car sales of ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz S600 Now Displayed On MBUSA.com
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on April 3, 2006 at 12:30 PM CST While going over our overpopulated inbox today, we happened upon an email from an astute reader by the name of Bobby. Bobby alerted us to the fact that, unbeknownst to us, MBUSA.com now has included the Mercedes S600 in its model lineup. Pricing info, fea ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports 11 Percent Increase in First Quarter 2006 Sales
BMW Brand Sales Jump 14 Percent Year-To-Date WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 3 -- The BMW Group (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported year-to-date sales of 72,588 vehicles, an 11 percent increase over the 65,536 sold in the first quarter of 2005. The BMW Group also reported an increase of 17 percent in March sales, for 2 ... Continue reading
Hyundai Sets March Record With 41,766 Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 3 -- Hyundai Motor America today announced March sales of 41,766 vehicles, a new record for the month. Hyundai ended the first quarter with a total of 105,988 vehicle sales, six percent ahead of last year's record pace. Hyundai's new sedans continued their momentum through March. Sonata s ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars Sales Report in North America for March 2006
IRVINE, Calif., April 3 -- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC reports sales in March of 11,153 units in the United States*. Sales for the month are 4 percent down year over year, however trended up 32 percent compared to February. The March result represents the best month since July 2005. Overall in North America (Unite ... Continue reading
Mazda Announces March 2006 Sales
IRVINE, Calif., April 3 -- Mazda North American Operations today released the following sales figures for March 2006: Mazda North American Operations - March 2006 Month-To-Date Year-To-Date March March % March March % 2006 2005 Change 2006 2005 Change Mazda3 8,087 9,455 (14)% 21,732 21,728 0% Mazda5 1,703 -- N/A 5,061 ... Continue reading
80% of Nissan USA High Level Staff to Make Move to Tennessee - The South is Not So Bad...
Washington DC April 3, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that about 80 percent of the high level managers at Nissan North America will make the 2,000 mile move from the company's current headquarters in Gardena, Calif., to its new one in Nashville, Tenn. The Japanese automaker gave employees until last week to decide ... Continue reading
Toyota Launches Consolidated R&D and Manufacturing Operations
ERLANGER, Ky. and ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 3 -- Toyota announced today that it has finalized the consolidation of its North American engineering and manufacturing operations. The new company, which was announced in December 2004, is called Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TEMA), and was offi ... Continue reading
Toyota Expected to Expand North American Capacity
Washington DC April 3, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Toyota's North American planning group believes it will need an additional plant in North America to reach its sales goals in 2010 and beyond, reports Automotive News. The automaker expects the U.S. vehicle market to explode by 2010 with 64 million Generat ... Continue reading
Emitec PM METALIT(R) Reduces Up to 80 Percent of Diesel Particulates
DETROIT, April 3 -- Emitec, Inc. manufactures particulate matter (PM) METALIT(R), an innovative type of PM filter catalyst, which significantly reduces diesel particulate emissions and is easy to retrofit. "Emitec's PM METALIT(R) can reduce particulate matter by up to 80 percent, depending on the engine application," s ... Continue reading
Pontiac Unveils G6 GXP Show Car
<em>Enhancements hint at possible new offering in growing G6 portfolio</em><p> DETROIT – Seeking to build on the 25-percent retail sales gain by the G6 so far this year, Pontiac is revealing a new G6 GXP coupe show car at the upcoming New York International Auto Show. Designed to augment the G6’s sleek styl ... Continue reading
Team McLaren Mercedes F1 Race Recap: Melbourne
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on April 3, 2006 at 9:40 AM CST Welcome back ladies and gentlemen, I hope you all had a great weekend. Unfortunately I've been feeling a little under the weather the past couple days, so if my posts seem a bit shorter today, now you know my excuse. In what's becoming somewhat of a tradit ... Continue reading
GM Reaches Agreement to Sell Controlling Stake in GMAC
<em>Cerberus Led Consortium To Buy 51 Percent Of GMAC Equity GM To Receive $14 Billion In Cash Over Three-Year Period</em><p> DETROIT April 3, 2006; General Motors Corp. today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell a 51-percent controlling interest in General Motors Acceptance Corp. (GMAC) to a co ... Continue reading
Inside Line's First Drive Of The 2007 Mercedes GL 450
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on April 3, 2006 at 11:00 AM CST So the 10,000 other Mercedes GL reviews haven't sold you yet? Still not sure whether or not the new mega-Mercedes SUV is worth laying down the 50 large you've worked so diligently to attain? If you're one of the afore-mentioned consumers who has to read e ... Continue reading
Quaker Steak & Lube Restaurants Return as Title Sponsor of NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
Quaker Steak & Lube Restaurants Return as Title Sponsor of NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series "Quaker Steak & Lube 200" at Lowe's Motor Speedway SHARON, PA (April 3, 2006) Quaker Steak & Lube, a motor-themed restaurant chain, has returned as title sponsor of the May 19th NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Lowe's Motor Sp ... Continue reading
Kermit the Frog Leads 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' and Delivers Family an Escape Hybrid
* Kermit the Frog fills in for Team Leader Ty Pennington on the April 9 edition of ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition." * As part of the show, Kermit the Frog presents the Craft Family of Hondo, Texas with a Ford Escape Hybrid-the most fuel efficient SUV on earth. DEARBORN, Mich., April 3 -- America's most loved amp ... Continue reading
2006 World Car of the Year Awards
And Now There Are Three ... Top Three Finalists Announced In Four Categories NEW YORK, April 3 -- The countdown continues! From an initial entry list of twenty-seven (27) new vehicles from all over the world, then a short list of ten finalists, the top three contenders for the second annual World Car of the Year awards ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler March 2006 Sales Report
- Chrysler Group Reports Sales of 216,412 Vehicles, a 2 Percent Increase for March 2006 - Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Sales of 21,417 Vehicles, an 18 Percent Increase for March 2006 NEW YORK, April 3 -- DaimlerChrysler AG , the third largest U.S. auto maker, today reported total group sales of 237,829 passenger vehicles ... Continue reading
* Ford Motor Company's March U.S. sales totaled 291,146. * Highest sales yet for new mid-size sedans - Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and Lincoln Zephyr. Combined sales in March were 17,157, up 28 percent from February. * Ford's F-Series posts third consecutive sales increase. March sales were 84,168, up 5 percent from yea ... Continue reading
Morehouse College Crowned National Champion at 17th Annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge
Heady Mix of Strategy and Brain Power Put Morehouse College On Top ORLANDO, Fla., April 2 -- In a show of intellectual agility that featured some of the nation's sharpest young minds and steeliest nerves, a team from Morehouse College (Atlanta, Ga.) won the 17th Annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC). The acade ... Continue reading
Icop Provides Preliminary Look At First Quarter Results
Re-order Rate Climbs to 40% LENEXA, Kan., April 3 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , a leading provider of digital in-car video systems for law enforcement, today announced that based on its preliminary review of the number of ICOP Model 20/20(TM) in-car video units and backend servers shipped in the first quarter, total revenues ... Continue reading
MBtech Group Appoints Knut Konzelmann to Chief Executive Officer - North America
TROY, Mich., April 3 -- As a result of double digit growth in the North American market, MBtech Group today announced the appointment of Knut Konzelmann as chief executive officer - North America. Konzelmann joined MBtech Group in 2002 and has served as principal for Lean Manufacturing Consulting and managing director ... Continue reading
Armor All Looks to Shine in Busch Series Racing
Legendary logo debuts on hood of Jon Wood's #47 car during 2006 season; Wood conducts search for next pit crew member OAKLAND, Calif., April 3 -- For the first time in its history, Armor All will zoom into the racing world, sponsoring up-and-coming Busch Series driver Jon Wood and his #47 car. The Armor All logo will a ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 3 -- Engineers from leading global powertrain supplier BorgWarner Inc. and its Japanese joint venture NSK-Warner will present papers on several of the company's leading drivetrain technologies at the 2006 SAE World Congress, April 3 - 6, 2006, in Detroit. Presentations on Monday, April 3, inc ... Continue reading
Delphi and R.O. Writer Announce Integrated Service Product
Delphi Technology Now Available on R.O. Writer Shop Management Products, Improving Shop Efficiencies TROY, Mich., April 3 -- Delphi is introducing a suite of new Delphi service products at the 2006 One Midas Convention today that integrate seamlessly with the R.O. Writer shop management system. R.O. Writer shop managem ... Continue reading
Gary Scelzi to call in to Wind Tunnel tonight
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 4 of 23 O'REILLY NHRA SPRING NATIONALS Houston Raceway Race Date: March 31-April 2, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net GARY SCELZI TO CALL IN TO WIND TUNNEL TONIGHT BAYTOWN, Texas (Ap ... Continue reading
MotorSports Emporium Explains Lawsuit Against Michael G. Wachholz Preliminary Injunction Hearing
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--April 2, 2006--MotorSports Emporium, Inc. (OTCBB:MSEP) explains the outcome of the preliminary injunction hearing. David Keaveney, President and CEO of MotorSports Emporium comments, "There has apparently been a lot of speculation from the investment community regarding the lawsuit MSEP has against M ... Continue reading
VANDERGRIFF BEGINS ELIMINATIONS FROM No. 15
2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 4 of 23 O'REILLY NHRA SPRING NATIONALS Houston Raceway Race Date: March 31-April 2, 2006 VANDERGRIFF BEGINS ELIMINATIONS FROM No. 15 Baytown, TX., (April 1)- Bob Vandergriff Jr. is looking at starting his third race of the season from the No. 15 position on the 23 race NHRA P ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: FINAL results from O'Reilly Spring Nationals
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michael Padian, 626-278-0312 Bernstein breaks through with big win; Capps, Edwards, Sampey share the winner's circle BAYTOWN, Texas -- Top Fuel driver Brandon Bernstein scored his ninth career victory Sunday at the $1.7 million O'Reilly NHRA Spring Nationals, the fourth of 23 races on the ... Continue reading
After Early Melee, Pobst Earns Second Straight SCCA SPEED Touring Car St. Pete Win
For Immediate Release After Early Melee, Pobst Earns Second Straight SCCA SPEED Touring Car St. Pete Win ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (April 2, 2006) - After an auspicious start to the Round Two race, Randy Pobst, of Gainesville, Ga., made it a perfect sweep of the Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg weekend, averaging 64.305 m ... Continue reading
Kurt Johnson NHRA Race Wrap Up: Freak Failure Cuts KJ's Day Short in Baytown
Contact: Jon Knapp TMG Sports Marketing, Inc. Ph: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Freak Failure Cuts KJ's Day Short in Baytown Event: 19th Annual O'Reilly NHRA Spring Nationals Day/Date: Sunday, April 2, 2006 Location: Houston Raceway Park, Baytown, TX After qualifying fifth for Sunday's final eliminations of the ... Continue reading
Warren Johnson NHRA Race Wrap Up: WJ's Hopes of a Repeat are Shattered Early in Houston
Contact: Jon Knapp TMG Sports Marketing, Inc. Ph: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net WJ's Hopes of a Repeat are Shattered Early in Houston Event: 19th Annual O'Reilly NHRA Spring Nationals Day/Date: Sunday, April 2, 2006 Location: Houston Raceway Park, Baytown, TX Warren Johnson entered Sunday's final eliminations of ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: For Will focus shifts to Las Vegas
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KB RACING LLC NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES KB RACING LLC-owned, KALITTA MOTORSPORTS-managed TOP FUEL DRAGSTER HILLARY WILL (www.hillarywillrace.com) -- DRIVER JIM OBERHOFER (Jim O.) - CREW CHIEF MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz PHONE: 425-557-8899 E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net 19th ANNUAL NHRA O ... Continue reading
Hard-luck loss, Stevens Jr. loses on a holeshot in Houston
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 4 of 23 O'REILLY NHRA SPRING NATIONALS Houston Raceway Race Date: March 31-April 2, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net HARD-LUCK LOSS, STEVENS JR. LOSES ON A HOLESHOT IN HOUSTON BAYTO ... Continue reading
USAC/CRA SPRINT CAR SERIES RACE RESULTS: April 1, 2006 - Perris, California - Perris Auto Speedway QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Damion Gardner, 50, Chaffin-16.599; 2. Danny Sheridan, 18, Kittle-16.754; 3. Mike Spencer, 44, Engstrom-16.763; 4. Charles Davis Jr., 8A, Zoriki/Smiley-16.802; 5. ... Continue reading
LG Motorsports St. Petersburg Race Report
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: John Thawley Email: johnt@c2group.com LG Motorsports Strong At St. Petersburg For 2006 SPEED World Challenge GT Gigliotti wins the pole, finishes fourth Detroit – April 1, 2006 LG Motorsports put the #28 ProLong Tube Headers C6 Corvette, driven by Lou Gigliotti on the pole ... Continue reading
Driveshaft Failure Ends Andretti's Day at Honda Grand Prix
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Audi of America, Inc. Reports Increase in March 2006 Sales
Positive sales for First Quarter AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 3 -- Audi of America, Inc. sold 6,994 vehicles for the month of March, an increase of 7.6 percent above March 2005 when sales were 6,502. For the first quarter, Audi reported a 6.2 percent gain with 17,884 total sales compared to 16,835 in 2005. "Our 2006 plan ... Continue reading
Utility Trailer Introduces Standard LED Lighting
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif.--April 3, 2006--Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company, a leading manufacturer of dry freight vans, flatbeds, refrigerated vans, and Tautliner(R) curtainsided trailers, is pleased to announce that it has made Grote LED lighting standard equipment on its reefers, dry vans, flatbeds and Tautliner( ... Continue reading
Rocketsports Racing and Pizzonia Successfully Complete Test in Houston and Head to Long Beach for Se
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Heather Haupt ▪ cell: (517) 927-8472 ▪ e-mail: heatherh@rocketsportsracing.com Rocketsports Racing and Pizzonia Successfully Complete Test in Houston and Head to Long Beach for Season Opener EAST LANSING, Michigan (April 3, 2006) – It is that time again, the time to star ... Continue reading
Emerging technology will be key element of emissions control system on General Engine Products' Optimizer engines for military and commercial applications TROY, Mich., April 3 -- ArvinMeritor and General Engine Products (GEP), a solely owned subsidiary of AM General, today jointly announced an agreement under which Arv ... Continue reading
AutoNation, Inc. Receives Lender Commitments for $600 Million Term Loan
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 3 -- AutoNation, Inc. , America's largest automotive retailer, announced today that it has received commitments from lenders for a term loan of $600 million. Proceeds from this term loan will be used to provide a portion of the funding required in connection with AutoNation's equity tender ... Continue reading
Navman Introduces the iCN 750 - The World's First Image-Based Navigation Device
Navman Unveils New Flagship Model with NavPix(TM): The Next Generation of Navigation Technology RALEIGH, N.C., April 3 -- Navman, a leading designer and manufacturer of world-class Global Positioning System (GPS), communication and marine products, announced today the latest addition to its line of innovative in-vehicl ... Continue reading
Businesses Attract Active RVers; World's Largest RV Club Names Its Favorites
DAYTONA, Fla., April 3 -- When Kenny Kane, Senior Director, Media and Communications for the Daytona International Speedway, arrived at the then named Great North American RV Rally in Louisville, Kentucky in 2003, he was amazed at what he saw. He was there representing the Daytona International Speedway (http://www.day ... Continue reading
Continental AG Announces Agreement to Acquire the Automotive Electronics Business of Motorola, Inc.
- Strategic move of a leading automotive supplier strengthens global presence and increases service and product offering for customers worldwide - Integration into Continental increases growth potential and expands resources for the development of intelligent vehicle systems for safety electronics, body electronics, po ... Continue reading
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--April 3, 2006--ATG (Art Technology Group, Inc., NASDAQ: ARTG) whose technology powers leading e-commerce sites and corresponding e-marketing and customer service, today announced that Volvo Global Information Technology (IT), a wholly-owned subsidiary of AB Volvo, has selected ATG Knowledge to enable ... Continue reading
Continental AG to Host Press Conference Today at SAE
Continental AG just notified regulatory authorities that it has reached an agreement to purchase the Automotive Electronics Business of Motorola, Inc. This transaction is now pending regulatory approval. To provide the press with more details on this announcement, Continental and Motorola have scheduled a news conferen ... Continue reading
Dealers Assurance Company Rating Affirmed at A-(Excellent) by A.M. Best
COLUMBUS, Ohio--April 3, 2006--Dealers Assurance Company (DAC) today announced that A.M. Best has affirmed its rating of A-(Excellent). The rating represents A.M. Best's independent opinion of DAC's financial strength and ability to meet its ongoing obligations to policyholders. The affirmation of the rating was made f ... Continue reading
Enova Systems Announces Results for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2005
TORRANCE, Calif.--April 3, 2006--Enova Systems, Inc. (OTCBB:ENOV) (AIM:ENV) (AIM:ENVS), today announced its results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2005. 2005 Highlights: -- Revenue totaled $6.1 million in 2005 compared to $2.6 million in 2004 -- Loss from operations $2.1 million compared to $3.4 million in 2004 ... Continue reading
Detroit supply chain financing firm expands unique service beyond automotive, across industries HUNTINGTON WOODS, Mich., April 3 -- InStream Financial(TM), a wholly owned subsidiary of Michigan-based Hennessey Capital Solutions (HCS), today announced EarlyPay(TM), a revolutionary Web-based supply chain finance solution ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Wins Contract With the BBC
MILWAUKEE, April 3 -- - Johnson Controls to Provide Facilities Management Services to the BBC's Property Portfolio in London and Scotland Johnson Controls, Inc. (JCI) -- Johnson Controls has won a new contract to provide facilities management services to the BBC's property portfolio in London and Scotland. The five-yea ... Continue reading
DARMSTADT, Germany & GRAZ, Austria & ARMONK, N.Y.--April 3, 2006-- Streamlines Design-Data Exchange Using Standards Based on Service-Oriented Architecture and Technology from PROSTEP and IBM MAGNA STEYR, the world's leading, brand-independent engineering and manufacturing partner to automakers, today announced the crea ... Continue reading
COLESHILL, England, April 3 -- Road sweepers in the UK could be missing out on cost savings and better customer service by not recognising the importance of effective fleet monitoring, according to leading 'wire-free' telematics and network airtime provider, BOX telematics. MAP Plant, subsidiary of Anderson Constructio ... Continue reading
DETROIT and BROCKVILLE, Ontario, April 3 -- As automotive parts suppliers close their books on 2005 -- a tough year that saw a number of leading companies having to restate earnings and come under the review of the SEC for accounting and pricing irregularities -- it's becoming increasing apparent that many of them need ... Continue reading
The Success Factor of Using Direct Screw Fasteners at Mahle
FORCHTENBERG-ERNSBACH, Germany, April 3 -- "Heavy pressure creates diamonds" - in no other industry sector is this statement as symbolic as it is in the automotive industry. Very few other industries face the tough requirements that Germany's flagship industry faces each and every day. It is true to say that one in sev ... Continue reading
Volvo Enlists Tiffany & Co. to Design National Hero Awards Trophies
Volvo for life Awards Trophies to be Presented April 12 at New York Ceremony Celebrity Judges to Name Winners at The Rainbow Room Event; One Hero Will Receive a Volvo Car for Life NEW YORK, April 3 -- Volvo Cars of North America today announced that Tiffany & Co. has been chosen to design and craft trophies for its pre ... Continue reading
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--April 3, 2006--A&D Technology, Inc. today announced the release of Test Automation, a modular, PC-based data acquisition and control component of the new Atlas MBD Model-Based Development environment. The new system architecture includes modules for test definition, an operator GUI and runtime executi ... Continue reading
A&D Technology, Inc. Releases High Speed Portable Measurement and Control System
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--April 3, 2006--A&D Technology, Inc. (formerly MTS Powertrain) today announced the release of the AD5435 Portable Controller. The AD5435 is a high-speed controller and universal automotive ECU development system that can be configured for a wide variety of applications by combining multiple I/O boards ... Continue reading
A&D Technology, Inc. Releases Multi-channel Noise and Vibration Analyzer
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--April 3, 2006--A&D Technology, Inc. (formerly MTS Powertrain) today announced the release of the AD3651 Compact World Class Analyzer (cWCA). The cWCA is a portable multi-channel system for real-time noise and vibration analysis. "The cWCA is a natural extension of our traditional Engine Testing produc ... Continue reading
ANN ARBOR, Mich.--April 3, 2006--A&D Technology, Inc. today announced the release of Atlas MBD, a model-based development environment for automated powertrain testing and calibration. This environment comprises integrated tools for specific functions in the testing process, including Test Automation, a model-based Mapp ... Continue reading
DETROIT, April 3 -- Delphi has pulled the trigger, but what will that mean for General Motors and the rest of the auto industry? The world's largest auto supplier is asking bankruptcy court to toss out its union contracts and permit the closure of most of its American plants, while eliminating tens of thousands of blue ... Continue reading
SAN JOSE, Calif.--April 3, 2006--Freescale Semiconductor has introduced a turnkey reference platform designed to streamline development and speed time-to-market for home media servers with advanced network attached storage (NAS) capabilities. Freescale is demonstrating the Media Server-in-a-Box reference platform at Bo ... Continue reading
GEMA Selects Activplant Performance Management System to Drive Best Practices
LONDON--April 3, 2006-- DaimlerChrysler, Mitsubishi, Hyundai manufacturing alliance chooses Activplant to embed continuous improvement capability in new plants developing World Engine Activplant, the leader in enterprise manufacturing intelligence software, announced today that the Global Engine Manufacturing Alliance ... Continue reading
HACKENSACK, N.J., April 3 -- I.D. Systems, Inc. today announced that it has received orders from the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to deploy the company's Wireless Asset Net(TM) powered industrial vehicle management system at 16 additional USPS facilities. These orders increase the number of USPS facilities deploying the ... Continue reading
iQ Power: Construction of Factory in South Korea Progressing on Schedule
ZUG, Switzerland, April 3 -- Construction work for the new manufacturing plant of iQ POWER Asia Inc., a joint venture of iQ POWER AG (OTCBB: IQPOF), in the major South Korean city of Gwangju is moving ahead right on schedule. Drilling work for the foundation piers is currently underway. The structural frame of the new ... Continue reading
New CSM Worldwide Headquarters a Symbol of Company's Growth
NORTHVILLE, Mich., April 3 -- CSM Worldwide, the leader in automotive forecasting and market intelligence, announces it has moved into its new world headquarters. The company is now located in Northville, Mich., and occupies suite 300 of the Century Office Building at 21500 Haggerty Road. The company's full address is: ... Continue reading
Yazaki North America Determined to Win the Hearts and Minds of K-12 School Children
CANTON, Mich., April 3 -- Yazaki North America, Inc. (Yazaki), a leading supplier of vehicle power and data solutions to the automotive industry, has made science education a priority with its participation in several programs geared toward K-12 school children. Yazaki engineers are fanning out all over the metropolita ... Continue reading
142% Revenue Increase for Speedemissions in 2005
ATLANTA--April 3, 2006--Speedemissions, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SPMI), a leading vehicle emissions testing and safety inspections company for cars, SUVs, vans and pick-up trucks announced its year end revenue numbers with the filing of its annual report Form 10-KSB. With its two very key acquisitions as the anchor, S ... Continue reading
Ashcroft Inc. to Be Acquired by Nagano Keiki Co., Ltd.
STRATFORD, Conn.--April 3, 2006--John McKenna, CEO, announced today that an agreement has been signed for Nagano Keiki Co., Ltd. (Nagano) to acquire the majority assets of Ashcroft Holdings, Inc. ("Ashcroft") from KPS Special Situations Funds ("KPS"). The assets of Ebro Electronics GmbH, headquartered in Germany, will ... Continue reading
Edmunds.com Reports True Cost of Incentives: European and Japanese Automakers Spend at Record Levels
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--April 3, 2006--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, reported today that the average automotive manufacturer incentive in the U.S. was $2,510 per vehicle sold in March 2006, up $162, or seven percent, from February 2006, and down $46, or nearly two percent, from Marc ... Continue reading
Yazaki SAE Exhibit Showcases What Makes Yazaki Go
CANTON, Mich., April 3 -- Yazaki North America, Inc. (Yazaki), a leading supplier of vehicle power and data solutions to the automotive industry, is using pictorial displays to reinforce its corporate philosophy and core competencies in its booth (#1767) at SAE 2006 at the Cobo Conference and Exhibition Center in downt ... Continue reading
Smart Cars to ZAP Across America
Micro-cars Rally From ZAP HQ in California to New York International Auto Show and Back Starting April 4 SANTA ROSA, Calif., April 3 -- Automotive pioneer ZAP (PCX: ZP; NYSE Arca: ZP) announced today that it will be launching its automotive marketing campaign by rallying across the USA, starting April 4 at its headquar ... Continue reading
Shifting Consumer and Legislative Requirements Drive Demand For Lear Safety Innovations
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Injuries from traffic accidents are among the most serious public health problems globally -- estimates show that whiplash injuries alone make up about 35% of all vehicle collision injuries and cost about $20 billion annually in North America and Europe. The National Highway Traffic Safety ... Continue reading
Ten Tips for a Springtime-Ready Vehicle
FAIRFAX, Va.--April 3, 2006--Springtime is here, and the first warm weekend of the season traditionally triggers a symphony of cleaning products, vacuums and garden hoses. But while you might be in a hurry to put a shine on your vehicle, it's equally important to make sure it's ready for the warm weather on the inside ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- "Commonization" is a term used within the automotive industry referring to the use of a common solution for multiple customer groups that share the same requirements in a particular product area. Making fifty different seat designs when only two or three are actually needed can be a waste ... Continue reading
Lear's Expertise in Flexible Solutions Offers Automotive Consumers Maximum Interior Functionality
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Today's consumers use their vehicles for a wide variety of purposes -- making a daily commute, shuttling kids to sporting events, hauling home improvement materials -- and they want their vehicles to be flexible enough to meet their changing lifestyle demands. Consumers are increasingly se ... Continue reading
Lear Infotainment Systems Answer The Call For In-Vehicle Multimedia Solutions
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Since music listening was revolutionized 25 years ago by the Sony Walkman, incarnations and adaptations of digital portable audio products have flourished. With North American commuters spending an estimated 500 million hours each week in their vehicles, according to the U.S. Department of ... Continue reading
Lear Craftsmanship Creates Driving Impressions With Today's Educated Consumer
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Interiors have become a hot topic in the automotive industry for one reason: consumers form their opinion on a vehicle based on the look and feel of its components and the level of perceived quality. Regardless of how well a car is engineered, if the fit and finish doesn't match or any of ... Continue reading
Lear Environmentally Friendly Products Meet the Need for Improved Fuel Economy and Recyclability
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Consumer demand for more environmentally responsible vehicles is growing. Lear promotes "green" manufacturing in its plants and works closely with automakers and suppliers to reduce the environmental impact of its products. This includes eliminating hazardous materials through the educatio ... Continue reading
Lear Comfort & Convenience Solutions Designed to Meet the Wants and Needs of Automotive Commuters
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Comfort and convenience features used to be found almost exclusively in expensive luxury vehicles, but not anymore. Like most new technologies, automotive trends tend to become standard in more affordable vehicles as their popularity grows. While vehicle styling is still important, consume ... Continue reading
SEATTLE, April 3 -- Madison Bay Holdings Inc. (Pink Sheets: MDBY) announces they have signed an agreement with Alaskan Campers Inc., granting an exclusive option for Madison Bay to acquire all the assets, trademarks, and all proprietary rights to manufacture and market the Wheat Motor Coach. (Also known as the WMC) The ... Continue reading
DENSO Develops New Hybrid Vehicle Components
New components installed on Lexus GS450h TOKYO, April 3 -- DENSO Corporation has developed three components for hybrid vehicles that are smaller, lighter, and deliver better performance: a DC-DC converter, a battery-monitoring unit, and a system main relay. The Lexus GS450h, with these components installed, was launche ... Continue reading
Sean Murphy Chosen as Top 50 Finalist for the 'Racin' For A Livin' TV Show
JOLIET, Ill.--April 3, 2006--Open-wheel midget driver from UMARA & USAC, Sean Murphy, has been placed on the ballot for the Racin' for a Livin' reality TV show. Sean was recently chosen to be one of the "Top 50" driver candidates based upon approximately 3000 applicants. Murphy is a past winner of the Bob Tattersall Ha ... Continue reading
Progressive Insurance Lowers Auto Insurance Rates and Expands Presence in New Jersey
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--April 3, 2006-- Six Months After Entering New Jersey, Progressive Direct(SM) and Drive(R) Insurance from Progressive Lower Auto Insurance Rates and Bring New Products to Market New Jersey drivers may be able to save money on car insurance - and bikers and boaters now have more insurance options ... Continue reading
Study Reveals: Auto Suppliers Find No Cost Guarantee in China Sourcing
DETROIT--April 3, 2006--Most automotive suppliers have not yet realized savings objectives from sourcing in China, according to a study by the Original Equipment Suppliers Association and PRTM Management Consultants. The results of the study, "Enter the Dragon? Lessons Learned in China Sourcing," were presented today d ... Continue reading
Traffic.com Expands Mobile Offerings
ATLANTA--April 3, 2006--Air2Web, the leading developer of mobile messaging and marketing applications for enterprises and carriers, today announced that Traffic.com, Inc., a leading provider of accurate, real-time traffic information in the United States, has contracted with the company to build and implement WAP and S ... Continue reading
DETROIT, April 3 -- Innovations in electronics technology for software development processes are being demonstrated by dSPACE, a German-based high-technology company with its North American headquarters in Novi, Mich., at the 2006 SAE World Congress, April 3 - 7. dSPACE, a market leader and innovator in solutions and s ... Continue reading
The Driving Force Behind Vehicle Modification - Frost & Sullivan Spots Surprising Consumer Trends
PALO ALTO, Calif., April 3 -- Vehicle modification was once the interest of more extreme enthusiasts, but has become a popular pastime for all types of vehicle owners. Today, new vehicle owners are also showing a strong interest. Frost & Sullivan's latest analysis provides insight into the motivation from consumers and ... Continue reading
Behr America Plans Major North American Expansion
What: Behr America President and CEO Frank Mueller will announce plans for an expansion of the company's North American operations. When and Where: Monday, April 3, 2006 from 2:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m. at the 2006 SAE World Congress media center at Cobo Hall in Detroit. Spokesperson: Behr America President and CEO Frank Muel ... Continue reading
Henkel Adds New, Improved Product to Loctite Brand Equipment Line
LFWA-C Series Provides Improved Dispense Monitoring Technology MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., April 3 -- Henkel Corporation recently announced the addition of the Loctite(R) Fluid Waveform Analyzer C (LFWA-C) Series to its Loctite(R) brand line of Zero Defect Manufacturing equipment technologies. The LFWA-C Series monitors se ... Continue reading
The Ultimate Challenge -- CarSim(R) Simulates Mustang-Camaro Showdown for Motor Trend
Simulated Side-by-Side Comparison Headlines Motor Trend's May 2006 Issue ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 3 -- Since its unveiling at the 2006 North American International Auto Show last January in Detroit, the Chevrolet Camaro concept has intrigued car lovers of all kinds. Will it perform like the Camaros of old? What engine, ... Continue reading
Lear Introduces New Core Dimension Strategy
Product and technology solutions offered into seven consumer-focused dimensions SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 3 -- Lear Corporation is transforming the way it brings products to market with its new Core Dimension product strategy. Lear will now introduce product and technology solutions as one of seven consumer-focused dime ... Continue reading
Aisin to Present New Technology Review, State of the company at 2006 SAE World Congress
What: Aisin World Corp. of America (AWA) 2006 SAE Press Conference When: Monday, April 3, 2006, 11:30 am - 12 pm (refreshments following press conference) Where: AWA Booth #2069 at SAE World Congress, Cobo Conference & Exhibition Center Details: Aisin executives will present an update on the Tier One supplier's global ... Continue reading
Elbit Vision Systems Ltd. Appoints New President of Its U.S. Subsidiary
YOQNEAM, Israel--April 3, 2006-- Frank Marangell to Leverage His Broad Experience in Global Sales of Capital Equipment to Expand and Strengthen Elbit Vision's U.S. Market Position Elbit Vision Systems, Ltd. (OTCBB:EVSNF), a leading provider of automatic optical inspection and quality monitoring systems, announced today ... Continue reading
Quantum Acquires Stake in Advanced Lithium Ion Battery Company
IRVINE, Calif., April 3 -- Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. today announced that it has acquired a 19.9% stake in Vancouver, British Columbia-based Advanced Lithium Power Inc. (ALP), a newly formed company developing leading-edge lithium ion and advanced battery control systems whose primary asset is i ... Continue reading
Reaction Design Names Model Fuels Consortium Program Director
Dr. John Deur Will Head Program to Develop Software Tools for Automotive Industry SAN DIEGO, April 3 -- Dr. John Deur has joined Reaction Design as the Model Fuels Consortium (MFC) Program Director. Dr. Deur brings over 20 years of combustion simulation and engineering management experience to this new position. ... Continue reading
Bloomington Speedway -- April 14 Racing Program
BLOOMINGTON SPEEDWAY P.O. Box 239 Clear Creek, IN 47426-0239 Contact: Tim McKinney, 812-372-3936 email: redclay@bluemarble.net www.bloomingtonspeedway.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BLOOMINGTON SPEEDWAY SEASON OPENS ON APRIL 14, 2006 WITH WHCC 105.1 NIGHT BLOOMINGTON, IN (April 2, 2006) - Have you had enough winter yet? Us ... Continue reading
BimmerWorld St. Petersburg Race Report
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contacts: John Thawley – johnt@c2group.com James Clay – james@bimmerworld.com BimmerWorld Leaves It All On The Track In The “Battle by the Bay�?? Tough breaks aside, team displays never-say-die tenacity St. Petersburg, Fla. April 2: Taking ever ... Continue reading
NADAguides.com Editors Announce Top Vehicles of Summer 2006
Company's Experts Pick Their Favorite 'Hot' Vehicles in Ten Separate Categories COSTA MESA, Calif., April 3 -- The editors at NADAguides.com (www.NADAguides.com), a leading vehicle information website, today announced their Top Vehicles of Summer 2006 choices -- winning vehicles chosen by the editorial experts at NADAg ... Continue reading
Kia Motors posts 6.3% rise in overseas sales in March
NEWS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michael Choo (mjc@kia.co.kr <mailto:cdore@kia.co.kr> ), International Communications Manager, Kia Motors Corporation, Tel: +82-2-3464-6574, Fax: +82-2-3464-6722 Kia Motors posts 6.3% rise in overseas sales in March - 78,966 Kia vehicles sold overseas in March - Sales in Europe, gener ... Continue reading
· Refined and more carlike design · Upgraded interior · Sharper powertrain range with new, highly advanced 3.2-litre six-cylinder engine · Focus on driver control including new Park Assist Camera · World-class audio system with Dynaudio speakers and Dolby Pro Logic II · 50 percent of total sales in the USA The Vo ... Continue reading
Honda FIT and <i>Ready To Go</i> - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
The 2007 Honda Fit is designed to take the subcompact market into new territory With its highly refined and ultra-adaptable functionality, sporty driving demeanor and high levels of standard safety equipment. Built on Honda’s legendary foundation for dependability, quality and reliability, the Fit is a premium en ... Continue reading
The New 2006 SEAT Ibiza Goes on Tour with La Oreja de Van Gogh
Barcelona - April 3, 2006: The New SEAT Ibiza, which was recently launched on the Spanish market, will be the ambassador of the popular group La Oreja de Van Gogh during their 2006 concert tour to promote their new album "Guapa". On March 17th, SEAT executives and representatives of the sales network handed over severa ... Continue reading
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