7th Annual Volvo Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port
Fundraising Bike Ride From Boston to Cape Cod Benefits Best Buddies International BOSTON, May 3 -- Four hundred cyclists will gather in the early morning at the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum prepared to ride 90 miles in support of Best Buddies International, a nonprofit that provides friendships and jobs to people ... Continue reading
BedRug(R) Lifestyle Performance Liner Redefines How People Use Their Pickups
Innovative Bed Protection Broadens Truck Versatility OLD HICKORY, Tenn., May 3 -- BedRug(R) lifestyle performance liner is redefining the way people use the beds of their pickup trucks. Here's how: One day a person can haul concrete blocks without scratching the bed's metal and paint, and the very next day transport fr ... Continue reading
Zimmerman Advertising Presents 2006 Hyundai to Best Student in Vertical Marketing Class Dubbed 'Car Wars' TAMPA, Fla., May 3 -- One very talented University of South Florida mass communications student from a class of 14 studying cutting-edge marketing received the keys to a brand new 2006 Hyundai on Friday, April 28. ... Continue reading
MINNEAPOLIS--May 3, 2006-- Country's Third Largest Auto Insurance Group, Progressive, Releases Local Accident Data to Mark Opening of New Service Centers that Reduce Drivers' Time Managing Vehicle Repairs From About Four Days to About 15 Minutes On average, about 60,000 car accidents happen in the Minneapolis-St. Paul- ... Continue reading
GMAS Partner Alenia Signs Agreement with Rolls-Royce to Power C-27J
HUNTSVILLE, Ala.--May 3, 2006--Global Military Aircraft Systems (GMAS) confirmed today that Rolls-Royce Defense North America will continue to supply the propulsion systems for the C-27J Spartan for the Joint Cargo Aircraft (JCA) Program. The GMAS team consists of Finmeccanica's Alenia North America, Inc., L-3 Integrat ... Continue reading
Increased Demand Leads Arlington County to Expand Car Sharing Program with Zipcar
New Arlington County Survey Shows Car Sharing Program Reduces Car Ownership, Increases Transit Use ARLINGTON, Va., May 3 -- Zipcar, the nation's largest car sharing service and premier car sharing experience, today announced that it is expanding its joint on-street car sharing program with Arlington County. The expansi ... Continue reading
BOWIE, Md.--May 3, 2006--LogicTree Corporation (www.logictree.com), the leading supplier of real-time customer service applications that recognize natural speech via telephone, today announced the opening of its new headquarters in the Maryland Technology and Science Center in Bowie, MD. LogicTree offers a suite of pro ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, May 3 -- A 25-year-old pedestrian was crossing New York's Delancey Street in November 2000 when the driver of a Budget Rent A Car caused a collision that left the pedestrian paralyzed. The final chapter of what may be the last case under the law that holds rental car companies liable for the negligence of the ... Continue reading
Plexus Systems' Founder Named a Leader & Innovator by Lawrence Technological University
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 3 -- Robert Beatty, founder and CEO of Plexus Systems, providers of Plexus Online, the first true on-demand manufacturing performance system, has been named a Leader & Innovator honoree by Lawrence Technological University. The recognition was announced at a presentation ceremony held at LTU la ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--May 3, 2006--The Cooper Tire & Rubber Corporate Conference Call took place on 3-May-06 11:00am ET. Co. reported 1Q06 sales of $597m. 1Q06 operating profit was breakeven. On a per share basis, Co. had a net loss of $0.08 from continuing operations in 1Q06. More information on this Conference Call can be ... Continue reading
SmarTire's New President Reports Preliminary Third Quarter Sales Growth Up 262% to $1.2M
RICHMOND, British Columbia, May 3 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SMTR) announced today preliminary sales results for the third fiscal quarter ended April 30, 2006. The company reports that FQ3 sales of approximately $1.2 million represents a gain of 262% over last year's third quarter and a 42% gain over the ... Continue reading
Tenneco to Webcast Annual Meeting May 9
LAKE FOREST, Ill., May 3 -- Tenneco Inc. will hold its annual meeting of stockholders on Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. CDT. The meeting will be at the company's corporate headquarters located at 500 North Field Drive, Lake Forest, Illinois. Holders of common stock of record at the close of business on March 14, 20 ... Continue reading
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--May 3, 2006--Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. and top selling country music superstars Brooks & Dunn today announced a partnership with Toyota Tundra for the remainder of 2006, through 2008. Toyota Tundra was unveiled as the official presenting sponsor of the upcoming Brooks & Dunn 2006 concert ... Continue reading
United Components Reports Results of Operations for First Quarter 2006
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--May 3, 2006--United Components, Inc. ("UCI") today announced results for the quarter ended March 31, 2006. Revenue increased to $263.7 million, 7.4% over the year-ago quarter, with increases in the retail, heavy duty and original equipment sales channels and declines in the traditional and original eq ... Continue reading
Visteon Appoints Dorothy Stephenson as Senior Vice President, Human Resources
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., May 3 -- Visteon Corporation , a leading supplier of automotive systems and technology, has appointed Dorothy L. Stephenson as senior vice president, human resources. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) Stephenson will report to Chairman and Chief Executive Office ... Continue reading
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--May 3, 2006--Accuride Corporation today announced net sales of $359.9 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006. This compares to net sales of $272.6 million for the first quarter of 2005. Net income was $20.0 million, or $0.58 per diluted share, for the quarter compared to $0.2 million, or $ ... Continue reading
AIAM Supports Administration's Efforts To Improve Vehicle Fuel Economy
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- The Association of International Automobile Manufacturers (AIAM) today supported the request from Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta to provide the Department of Transportation additional legal authority to improve the fuel economy standards of passenger vehicles. AIAM, which represents interna ... Continue reading
AMI Semiconductor to Present at Eighth Annual Piper Jaffray Hardware and Communications Conference
POCATELLO, Idaho--May 3, 2006--AMIS Holdings, Inc. , parent company of AMI Semiconductor, a designer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art integrated mixed-signal products and structured digital products for the automotive, medical and industrial sectors, today announced that Dave Henry, senior vice president and CFO, w ... Continue reading
Bosch Honored by General Motors as a 2005 Supplier of the Year
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., May 3 -- Bosch was named as a General Motors Supplier of the Year for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class technology and engineering services. The award was given during ceremonies Saturday, April 29, at GM's Vehicle Engineering Center at the General Motors Technic ... Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Group Announces the Sale of Non-Commercial Vehicle Business
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, May 3 -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. announced today the sale of a portion of its non-commercial vehicle business located in Livingston, Wis. Total cash consideration for the transaction was $2.0 million with a future maximum $1.0 million earn out payment if certain operating targets are achieved. ... Continue reading
Foamex Secures Bankruptcy Court Order Protecting Net Operating Losses
LINWOOD, Pa.--May 3, 2006--Foamex International Inc. (Pink Sheets: FMXIQ) today announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware has entered a consensual order to assist the company in preserving its federal tax net operating losses ("NOLs") by establishing notification and hearing procedures that ... Continue reading
LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.--May 3, 2006--Chicago-based FreedomRoads, LLC, the nation's largest RV retailer with annual revenues of $1.4 billion, today announced that it has acquired Olinger Travel Homes, establishing a powerful presence in Portland, Oregon and further penetrating the West Coast RV market. Established in 1972 b ... Continue reading
Iochpe-Maxion Announces 2006 First Quarter Results
SAO PAULO, Brazil, May 3 -- Iochpe-Maxion S.A. (BULLETIN BOARD: IOCJY [Preferred]) (Bovespa: MYPK3 [Common] MYPK4 [Preferred]) today announced its consolidated results for the 1Q06, pursuant to Brazilian Corporate Law. -- Net Operating Revenue: R$340.3 million -- Gross Profit: R$63.8 million -- Earnings Before Interest ... Continue reading
Kirby Corporation Signs Agreement to Purchase Global Power Holding Company
* Signed an Agreement to Purchase Global Power Holding Company, the Parent of Global Power Systems, L.L.C., a Gulf Coast High-Speed Diesel Engine Services Provider, for Approximately $100 Million in Cash HOUSTON, May 3 -- Kirby Corporation ("Kirby") announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, Marine Systems, Inc. ... Continue reading
MatrixOne Reports Financial Results for Third Quarter of Fiscal 2006
WESTFORD, Mass.--May 3, 2006--MatrixOne, Inc. , a leading provider of collaborative product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions for the value chain(TM), today issued financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended April 1, 2006 and filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission its Quarterly Report on Form 10- ... Continue reading
Robotic Production Technology Awarded U.S. Patent on Compliant Knife
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 3 -- Robotic Production Technology, Inc. (RPT) has been allowed a U.S. Patent for its compliant knife technology. This technology is the key to successful automation of injection-molded and blow-molded part deflashing. The newly patented compliant knife compensates for part shrinkage and expans ... Continue reading
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2006 Earnings Conference Call
NEW YORK, May 3 -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. , an automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, is scheduled to report its earnings for the three months ended March 31, 2006 on Friday, May 5, 2006 before the opening of the stock market. Management will hold a conference call at 11:00 AM, Eastern Time, ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--May 3, 2006--Standard Parking Corporation , one of the nation's largest providers of parking management services, today announced that first quarter 2006 net income increased by approximately 82% to $3.8 million, or $0.37 per share, as compared with $2.1 million, or $0.19 per share, in the first quarter of 200 ... Continue reading
UnitedAuto Announces Increased Dividend; Declares Two-for-One Stock Split
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--May 3, 2006--United Auto Group, Inc. , an international automotive retailer, today announced that its Board of Directors approved a two-for-one stock split. UnitedAuto's shareholders of record at the close of business on May 11, 2006 will receive one additional share of common stock for every s ... Continue reading
Wright Express Reports First-Quarter Results
Total Fuel Transactions Rise 11 Percent; Average Number of Vehicles Serviced Increases 10 Percent; Payment Processing Transactions Grow 16 Percent SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine, May 3 -- Wright Express Corporation , a leading provider of payment processing and information management services to the U.S. commercial and governme ... Continue reading
Remarks by President Bush After Meeting With Members of Congress
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- The following is a transcript of remarks by President Bush after meeting with members of Congress: The Cabinet Room 2:31 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: I want to thank the members of the House and the Senate, members of both parties, for a really constructive and important dialogue. We talked about ways t ... Continue reading
High Gas Prices Boost Searches for Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Among Shoppers on Cars.com
CHICAGO, May 3 -- As gas prices near an average of $3 a gallon nationwide, consumer searches and email leads sent to dealers for more fuel-efficient vehicles like the Toyota Prius and Honda Insight have once again gained momentum. According to the latest cars.com Consumer Search Index, the Toyota Prius now ranks third ... Continue reading
Expert Panel to Discuss Future of Light-Duty Diesels in the US
Luncheon to Feature Interactive Technology Demonstration WHAT: Attendees will have the opportunity to: * Test drive* advanced light-duty diesel vehicles * Enjoy lunch with a distinguished panel of experts discussing diesel's future in the US * Learn why more and more savvy American consumers are choosing diesel vehicle ... Continue reading
TUSTIN, Calif., May 3 -- The Fuel Price Impact Survey conducted monthly by AutoPacific's VehicleVoice indicates that the median fuel price paid by U.S. motorists increased from a September 2005 peak of $2.90 per gallon to a new peak of $2.94 a gallon in April 2006. This was up from $2.42 in March. April's spike is the ... Continue reading
J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study Undergoes a Major Redesign for 2006
Firm to Hold Press Teleconference May 10 to Explain Changes to Study, Which Serves as the Benchmark of New-Vehicle Quality Who: J.D. Power and Associates is holding a press teleconference to reveal the changes made to the 2006 Initial Quality Study (IQS), which will be released June 7. Joe Ivers, executive director of ... Continue reading
BROADVIEW, Ill.--May 3, 2006--If gasoline at $3 a gallon has you eagerly searching for ways to improve your vehicle's fuel economy install fresh, premium spark plugs, according to a leading automotive supplier, Robert Bosch Corporation. Why 'fresh?' And why 'premium?' The spark plug ignites the air/fuel mixture to prod ... Continue reading
Come Meet Clean Diesel at EPA Headquarters
What Do You Get When You Cross a Clean Diesel Tailpipe with a White Handkerchief? WHAT: Join EPA Administrator Stephen Johnson in an opportunity to Meet Clean Diesel * View the new generation of trucks that meet stringent 2007 emissions standards * Witness white handkerchief tests demonstrating just how clean today's d ... Continue reading
SUVOA Available to Comment on Motor Vehicle Fuel Economy Standards
WASHINGTON, May 3 -- SUV Owners of America, the national non- profit organization representing the rights of SUV and light truck owners, is available to discuss the negative impacts of Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) changes currently being debated in Congress. With gasoline at $3.00 a gallon, everyone wants bett ... Continue reading
Former assistant accuses Toyota's Top US Executive Hideaki Otaka of repeated sexual assaults and solicitations for sex; Sayaka Kobayashi says another Toyota executive instructed her to privately confront the CEO; 'I feel like a rabbit watched by a snake.' NEW YORK, May 3 -- It is one of the world's largest corporations ... Continue reading
Presto! Merlin Muffler & Brake Changes will now be called Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops
GENEVA, Ill.--May 3, 2006--Twenty years ago, not even a magician like Merlin could help cars reach the 200,000 mile mark. But modern cars, minivans, SUV's, and light trucks have been built to last longer, and with regular maintenance (and proper driving habits by their owners) these everyday vehicles can reasonably rea ... Continue reading
Smartcool enters golf course market; announces five year energy savings installation agreement
"Smartcool's Green Technology Hits the Green in Las Vegas" VANCOUVER, May 3 -- Smartcool Systems Inc. (TSXV: SSC), an advanced energy savings technology company, is pleased to announce it has signed an agreement to share in the energy savings generated from the installation of the ESM 4000 Energy Savings Module with Si ... Continue reading
Metaldyne Receives Honda Supplier Award
PLYMOUTH, Mich., May 3 -- Honda recently honored Metaldyne's Ridgway, Penn., facility as an outstanding supplier in corporate citizenship for its commitment to environmental issues, health and safety, diversity, community involvement, government relations and ethics and compliance. The Ridgway facility was honored as a ... Continue reading
Visteon Honors Outstanding Suppliers With 'Visteon Important Partner' Awards
KERPEN, Germany, May 3 -- Visteon Corporation awarded 15 outstanding suppliers at its annual Visteon Important Partner award program, held at the European Corporate Office and Innovation Center in Kerpen, Germany, today. Visteon named Ryder Systems, Inc. as Global Visteon Important Partner of the Year 2005. (Logo: http ... Continue reading
$25 Million in Wins Kick Off 2006 for Zimmerman
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 3 -- If mega-advertising giant Zimmerman could sum up 2006 so far, it would probably be with a resounding "You're hired!" The Southeast's largest advertising firm has recently landed several new giant accounts, including major player JD Byrider, the nation's leading used car and finance compa ... Continue reading
Cummins Rolls Out Supplier Code of Conduct; Implementation Phased In Throughout 2006
COLUMBUS, Ind.--May 3, 2006--Cummins Inc. today announced that it has begun implementation of a code of conduct for its global supply base detailing its expectations of compliance to certain business and ethical standards. The code is designed to ensure the Company's suppliers not only adhere to those standards but als ... Continue reading
SANTA ROSA, Calif.--May 3, 2006--Automotive pioneer ZAP (NYSE Arca:ZP) (PCX:ZP) announced today the start of regular production for its all-electric XEBRA 'City-Car' and is organizing test-drive events in Santa Rosa, California for dealers, fleet managers and the general public. ZAP is holding test drive events by appo ... Continue reading
Scion Launches Optomize: A New Accessories and Apparel Program
Torrance, CA - May 1, 2006: Scion, of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., announced today the launch of its new aftermarket accessory program, Optomize. As Scion's second accessory program, Optomize focuses on bringing cutting-edge products and convenience to the customer at the dealership. Optomize will allow customers ... Continue reading
OKI Electric Licenses SMSC's MediaLB Technology
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.--May 3, 2006--SMSC today announced that it has reached a licensing agreement with Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd. enabling its controllers that target next generation in-car information equipment market, such as digital car-audio systems, to connect through SMSC's MediaLB interface to a high-performance ... Continue reading
Garmin Reports Record Quarter; Announces Two-for-One Stock Split and Cash Dividend
CAYMAN ISLANDS, May 3 -- Garmin Ltd. today announced a record first quarter ended April 1, 2006. First Quarter 2006 Financial highlights: -- Total revenue of $322.3 million, up 67% from $192.7 million in first quarter 2005 -- Automotive/Mobile segment revenue increased 252% to $150.7 million in first quarter 2006 -- Ou ... Continue reading
Nighthawk Systems Receives Order For Colorado Department of Transportation
SAN ANTONIO--May 3, 2006--Nighthawk Systems, Inc. (OTCBB: NIHK), a leading provider of intelligent wireless power control and emergency notification products, announced today that it has received an order for PT1000 intelligent remote control boards from Traffic Signal Controls, Inc. The units have been ordered for the ... Continue reading
Alamo Group Announces 2006 First Quarter Results
SEGUIN, Texas--May 3, 2006--Alamo Group Inc. today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006. Net sales for the first quarter increased 14% to $104.4 million compared to $91.3 million for the same period last year. Net sales for the first quarter of 2006 include Spearhead Machinery Limited, which was ... Continue reading
Access Capital Limited Signs Formal Engagement as Strategic Financial Advisor to AFV Solutions
LONDON & MESA, Ariz.--May 3, 2006--Access Capital Limited, London, England, and AFV Solutions Inc., (OTCBB:AFVS), Mesa, Arizona, are pleased to announce their formal engagement as Strategic Financial Advisor to AFV Solutions. An exclusive agreement was recently signed by AFV Solutions with Wu Zhou Long Motors group to ... Continue reading
Affinity Group Holding, Inc. and Affinity Group, Inc. to File First Quarter Reports on May 8th
VENTURA, Calif.--May 3, 2006--Affinity Group Holding, Inc. and Affinity Group, Inc. (the "Company") announced that they intend to file on May 8, 2006 their Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006. The reports will be available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. The Company has schedu ... Continue reading
Amica Mutual Selects Docucorp's Dynamic Insurance Solutions
DALLAS--May 3, 2006--Docucorp International(R) , a leading provider of Customer Communication Management (CCM) solutions, announced today that Amica Mutual Insurance Company will utilize Docucorp's suite of dynamic insurance solutions to create, manage and deliver personalized correspondence, policies and bills. Amica ... Continue reading
Senior Management Team Appointments Support Growing Aurora Business Needs
ST. LOUIS, May 3 -- Aurora Trailer has announced new appointments for five key positions to their senior management team as part of a plan to support growing business requirements across all company product lines: Aurora Parts & Accessories; Aurora Trailer Leasing & Rental; Used Trailer Sales; as well as at the corpora ... Continue reading
VIENNA, Va.--May 3, 2006--Serco, one of the world's leading service companies, has named Edward J. Casey, Jr., a former energy executive with experience in infrastructure development and investment banking, as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of its North American operations. He will head Serco's U.S. and Canadian ... Continue reading
New Ownership Strengthens ProCare Automotive
~ Monro Muffler Brake Acquires 75 ProCare Locations ~ ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 3 -- Monro Muffler Brake, Inc. ("Monro"), a trusted leader in the automotive service business for over fifty years, has acquired 75 ProCare Automotive Service Solutions ("ProCare") locations out of Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. In addition to providing ... Continue reading
CONCORD, N.C.--May 3, 2006--Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (SMI) today reported record first quarter 2006 total revenues of $151.1 million, net income of $32.2 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.73, and reaffirmed its full year 2006 earnings guidance of $2.45 to $2.55 per diluted share. The first quarter 2006 res ... Continue reading
Pioneer Chooses Tele Atlas To Power World's Leading In Car Navigation Systems
'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, Netherlands, May 3 -- Tele Atlas, a leading global geographic content provider, announced today it has signed an agreement with digital entertainment leader Pioneer Corporation to supply European and North American digital map data and point of interest (POI) content for Pioneer's current and future i ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company Reports First Quarter 2006 Results
First Quarter Highlights - Net sales increased 16 percent to a new quarterly record - Sales from North American Tire Operations increased 7 percent - Sales from International Tire Operations increased 58 percent including record results in Europe and newly added sales in China - Investment in Kumho Tire Company of Kore ... Continue reading
Enhanced Usage of Modules to Result in Implementation of Flexible Vehicle Platform Strategies
LONDON, May 3 -- Automakers in the European automotive market are increasingly implementing platform strategies that involve the sharing and standardisation of components to optimise costs and establish an efficient manufacturing process. To this end, automakers are focusing on strategies of platform sharing across var ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Reports First Quarter 2006 Financial Results
LIVONIA, Mich., May 3 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , the global leader in active and passive safety systems, today reported first-quarter 2006 financial results with sales of $3.4 billion, an increase of 5.3 percent compared to the same period a year ago. Net earnings for the quarter were $47 million, or $0.46 per ... Continue reading
Kbb.com Sets Two Records for Site Visitation
IRVINE, Calif., May 3 -- Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com, the trusted resource for new and used vehicle information, saw a record number of consumers visit the site during the month of March 2006, with nearly 13 million visits during that period. Kbb.com visits have exceeded 11 million every month in 2006, with significant ... Continue reading
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass.--May 3, 2006--The Scuderi Group, the engine development company that has designed a breakthrough Air-Hybrid Engine, announced today that it has expanded operations into the European marketplace. The company also announced that they have hired longtime auto industry finance executive Lutz Deyerli ... Continue reading
New Ford Edge Crossover To Arrive Loaded With Standard Safety Equipment
Ford Edge crossover includes standard side air bags, Safety Canopy⢠air curtain system with rollover detection and AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control Vehicle safety among top priorities for potential car and truck buyers DEARBORN, MI - May 3, 2006: When the all-new Ford Edge arrives in dealerships later t ... Continue reading
General Motors Honors DENSO as Corporation of the Year
DETROIT â May 3, 2006: Last Saturday, April 29, General Motors Corp. gave its prestigious Corporation of the Year award to DENSO Corporation during GMâs 14 th Annual Supplier of the Year ceremony. DENSO has been a supplier to GM since 1982 and supplies GM in all its commodity groups. Some of DENSOâs offe ... Continue reading
GM Announces E85 Fuel Card Promotion On FlexFuel Vehicles
Automaker promotes 'clean' summer driving with $1,000 fuel card in Chicago and Minneapolis CHICAGO â General Motors Corp. today announced it will offer a $1,000 fuel card with the purchase of any new 2006 or 2007 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles equipped with FlexFuel technology in the Chicago-Rockford and Minneapolis-S ... Continue reading
Pontiac Solstice Debuts in SCCA National Road Racing
WARREN, Mich.,- Pontiac Solstice will make its much anticipated debut in Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) National Road Racing this Saturday, May 6 at New Hampshire International Speedway in the New England Region May National event. Newly classed by SCCA in Showroom Stock B (SSB) for 2006, a Pontiac Solstice prepared ... Continue reading
GM Announces Quarterly Dividend
DETROIT - General Motors Corp. today announced a second-quarter dividend of $0.25 per share on GM common stock. The dividend is payable June 10, 2006, to holders of record as of May 12, 2006. The dividend rate is unchanged from the previous quarter. General Motors Corp., the worldâs largest automaker, has been the ... Continue reading
GMAC Exercises Option to Purchase Capital Auto Receivables Asset Trust 2002-3
DETROIT â General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC) announced today that it will exercise its option to purchase the remainder of the Capital Auto Receivables Asset Trust 2002-3 on May 15, 2006. This will result in a termination of all of the outstanding Capital Auto Receivables Asset Trust 2002-3 Class A-4 LIB ... Continue reading
Mazda Partners with Google Earth for the Mazda CX-7 Earth Search Sweepstakes
RESTON, Va.--May 2, 2006--Mazda North American Operations today announced that beginning April 29, 2006 consumers will be able to search the globe online for a chance to win an all-new 2007 Mazda CX-7. Leveraging the popularity of Google Earth, a free software application run through Earth.Google.com that combines sate ... Continue reading
CRESCO, Iowa--May 2, 2006--Featherlite, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and marketer of specialty aluminum trailers, transporters and luxury motorcoaches, today reported net income of $1.4 million, or 12 cents per diluted share, on net sales of $60.4 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2006. First quarter net s ... Continue reading
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