Car Makers Waking Up - Getting Potential Buyers Butts In Cars- The Auto Channel Can Help!
DETROIT, Jan 30, 2004: Michael Ellis writing for Reuters reported that for U.S. television advertising, there is no bigger day than Super Bowl Sunday. That leaves the other 364 days of the year to search for alternative ways to influence consumers. The task has become more daunting for car companies and other major adv ... Continue reading
INCAT(R) Repurchases Equity Stake from FASOTEC in Japan
Will operate INCAT KK as a subsidiary of INCAT International LONDON and TOKYO, Jan. 30 -- INCAT(R) International Ltd. and FASOTEC Co. Ltd. announced today that INCAT repurchased the FASOTEC equity stake in INCAT-FASOTEC (IFCO) KK (Kabushiki Kaisha), operating in Chiba, Japan effective January 1, 2004. ... Continue reading
Mirenco Announces Investment Offering
RADCLIFFE, Iowa--Jan. 30, 2004--Mirenco, Inc., (OTCBB:MREO) announced an investment offering to acquire $1.25 million. The offering for accredited investors only, was approved by the Board of Directors. "Mirenco has invested a significant amount of money in research and development and is aggressively marketing its pat ... Continue reading
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AASCO Motorsports Ready For Rolex 24 Endurance Classic
AASCO Motorsports Ready For Rolex 24 Endurance Classic DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., January 30, 2004 - Despite an incident in first-round qualifying on Thursday, the No. 16 AASCO Motorsports Porsche 911 GT3 Cup entry with Craig Stanton (Long Beach, Calif.), David Murry (Cumming, Ga.) and Tim Sugden (Leeds, Great Britain) is pr ... Continue reading
ADP(R) Dealer Services Launches Enhanced w.e.b.Suite2000 Solution at NADA 2004
Dealership-Proven Web-Enabled Business Solution With New Customizable Desktops And ADP Phone Network Integration HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Jan. 30 -- The next release of w.e.b.Suite(TM)2000, the dealership-proven, Web-Enabled Business solution relied on by hundreds of dealerships across the U.S. and Canada, is now availab ... Continue reading
Sleek, Hi-Tech Scooter Handles the Tightest of Corners Like No Other BMW WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Jan. 30 -- Say goodbye to tedious scooter rides with the new BMW SlideCarver, a sleek three-wheel scooter engineered with BMW 5 Series driving dynamics at your feet for a smooth, fun ride that catches air and glides over asph ... Continue reading
LAS VEGAS--Jan. 30, 2004--Press Conference Alert: WHAT: -- Release of Community Safe, new technology linking auto dealership and community to improve safety, promote awareness and enhance communications with customers and prospects -- Grammy Award winning rap artist, popular philanthropist and CallCommand Partner, M.C. ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group's Newark Assembly Plant Marks Milestone: One Million Durangos
* Newark facility achieves production milestone * Long-time Plant Manager Jim Wolfe retires; Chuck Kowalski new Plant Manager AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 30 -- Chrysler Group's Newark (Delaware) Assembly Plant achieved a new milestone today when the one- millionth Dodge Durango rolled off the production line. The achieve ... Continue reading
Deadline Extended for International Wheel Awards Entries
DETROIT, Jan. 30 -- Entries for the Detroit Press Club Foundation's 2004 International Wheel Awards, honoring excellence in automotive journalism, are now due Feb 13. The deadline extension was announced today by Steve Purdy, chairman of the Wheel Awards committee of the Individual Communicators Network, the not-for- p ... Continue reading
Experian Automotive Powers NADAguides.com Vehicle History Reports
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Jan. 30 -- Experian Automotive, a division of global business solutions company Experian(R), and NADAguides.com, the most comprehensive vehicle information resource on the Internet, today announced the launch of the NADAguides.com Vehicle History Reports, powered by Experian's AutoCheck(SM) solution. ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 30 -- Governor Rick Perry joined NASA astronauts and representatives of the Aviation and Space Foundation of Texas today in unveiling a new "Columbia Remembered" Texas license plate, which pays tribute to the seven Columbia astronauts who lost their lives when their shuttle broke up over East Texas ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz Names Patrick C. Cauley Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Jan. 30 -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. announced today the appointment of Patrick C. Cauley to the position of Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary. Mr. Cauley, who was serving as the Company's Interim General Counsel, will continue to report to Curtis Clawson, Chairman and Chief Execu ... Continue reading
Laguna Seca Confirms Motorock Trans-Am Tour as Part of Grand Prix of Monterey
CONTACT: Justin Anderson, 704-348-9400 janderson@trans-amseries.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LAGUNA SECA CONFIRMS MOTOROCK TRANS-AM TOUR AS PART OF GRAND PRIX OF MONTEREY LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 30, 2004) ‹ Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca has confirmed the Motorock Trans-Am Tour will be part of the Grand Prix of Monterey Champ C ... Continue reading
Lear Corporation to Webcast Presentation To Lehman Brothers 2004 Industrial Select Conference
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Jan. 30 -- Lear senior executives will give a strategic overview and discuss related financial matters on Wednesday, February 4, 2004 at 2:55 p.m. (EST) in conjunction with the 21st Annual Lehman Brothers 2004 Industrial Select Conference. The Lear presentation will be webcast live. (Logo: http://www ... Continue reading
Modine Partners with Tennessee Department of Labor
RACINE, Wis.--Jan. 30, 2004--Modine Manufacturing Company , announced today it is the first company to receive funding through the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development for an incumbent worker training program. The state program has $1 million in funds available this year. Tennessee Department of Labor ... Continue reading
NASCAR SILICON MOTOR SPEEDWAY SIMULATORS FEATURED IN NEXTEL EXPERIENCE
NASCAR SILICON MOTOR SPEEDWAY SIMULATORS TO BE FEATURED ATTRACTION OF MOBILE “NEXTEL EXPERIENCE” INDIANAPOLIS (January 30, 2004) – NASCAR Silicon Motor Speedway’s state-of-the-art racing simulators have been chosen as the featured attraction of The Nextel Experience, a 6,400 square-foot interactive fan exhibit ... Continue reading
Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep Dealer Honored for Grassroots Efforts to Promote Automotive Technology Careers to Local Students LAS VEGAS, Jan. 30 -- Henry Primeaux, owner of Crown Bristow Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep in Bristow, Okla., was named DEALER magazine/AYES Dealer of the Year today. This is the inaugural award sponsored by DEALE ... Continue reading
HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 30 -- Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Pedro A. Cortes and Basil L. Merenda, Acting Commissioner for the Department of State's Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs, today announced 57 disciplinary actions taken by the Pennsylvania State Real Estate Commission and State Board o ... Continue reading
PA Vehicle Emissions Inspections to Begin Feb. 1 in Blair, Cambria and Centre Counties
Emissions Inspections Now Required Annually at the Time of Safety Inspection HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 30 -- Beginning Feb. 1, the Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation and Environmental Protection will implement federally mandated vehicle emissions inspections in Blair, Cambria and Centre counties for most gasoline-p ... Continue reading
Pruett Puts Lexus on Pole in Prototype Debut at Rolex 24
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Jan. 30 -- Scott Pruett put his CompUSA-sponsored Lexus on the pole in the manufacturer's first-ever start at the prestigious Rolex 24 at Daytona in preparation for Saturday's twice-around-the-clock spectacular. Pruett will be joined by Max Papis and Jimmy Morales as Lexus attempts to win its debut ... Continue reading
WHO: Global Electric Motorcars, LLC, a DaimlerChrysler owned company, begins its seventh year in business in 2004 as the clear industry leader in production and sales of electric vehicles. At a time when the market for these vehicles is continuing its strong growth, Richard Kasper, President and COO of GEM, will discus ... Continue reading
Severstal North America, Inc. Completes Asset Purchase Of Rouge Industries, Inc.
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 30 -- OAO Severstal and its U.S. based affiliate, Severstal North America, Inc., announced today that it has completed the acquisition of substantially all the assets of Rouge Industries, Inc. and its primary operating subsidiary Rouge Steel Company. The Asset Purchase Agreement was subject to the ... Continue reading
Shanghai-GM Names Valeo its Best Supplier in China as Investments in Research and Training Take Root
SHANGHAI, China, January 30 -- Valeo has received the Best Supplier of the Year award from Shanghai-GM for its quality, service, delivery and technology in 2003. Shanghai General Motors presented the award to Shanghai Valeo Automotive Electrical Systems' General Manager Yang Dejun on January 18, during the yearly suppl ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 30 -- The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) announces the launching of a new event titled, "Alternative & Advanced Energy Technologies: Manufacturing Challenges & Opportunities." This exciting event, taking place October 12-13, 2004, at the Hyatt Regency Dearborn in Dearborn, Mich., will be ... Continue reading
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., Jan. 30 -- TriMas Corporation today announced it has acquired Theodore Bargman Company -- a leading manufacturer of lighting products, electrical accessories, access doors, locks and latches for the recreational vehicle market. Financial terms were not disclosed. Albion, Ind.-based Bargman was ... Continue reading
United PanAm Financial Announces Fourth Quarter 2003 Results
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif--Jan. 30, 2004--United PanAm Financial Corp. today announced results for its fourth quarter ended Dec. 31, 2003. For the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2003 the company reported net income of $4.6 million, equal to $0.24 per diluted share, compared to net income of $3.5 million, or $0.20 per diluted share ... Continue reading
AAA Chicago Cautions Homeowners About Ice Dams
AURORA, Ill., Jan. 30 -- During the recent cold weather and heavy snowstorms, AAA Chicago urges homeowners to be on the lookout for ice dams. An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms on the edge of the roof typically following heavy snow and extreme cold. This ridge of ice prevents melted snow from properly draining off ... Continue reading
SACRAMENTO, Calif.--Jan. 30, 2004--AB 848 (Nation), a bill to close California's tax loophole incentivizing the most polluting vehicles on the road, failed yesterday on an Assembly floor vote of 36-36. The bill, authored by Assemblymember Joe Nation (D-San Rafael) and jointly sponsored by the Steven and Michele Kirsch ... Continue reading
Craig Stanton Wins Daytona Grand-Am Cup
Craig Stanton Wins Daytona Grand-Am Cup LONG BEACH, Calif., January 30, 2004 - Craig Stanton, of Long Beach, California, won his first career Grand-Am Cup event today in the Daytona 250 from Daytona International Speedway (DIS). Making his season debut with the No. 44 TheRaceSite.com Racing Porsche 996, Stanton started ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Entities Continuing Pursuit of Legal Action Against Coleman
New Judge to Rule on Fleetwood Entities' Motions for Reconsideration to Set Aside Current Temporary Court Order Rendered by Prior Judge RIVERSIDE, Calif., Jan. 30 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. , the nation's leader in recreational vehicle sales and a leading producer and retailer of manufactured housing, announced tod ... Continue reading
Orbit Racing - Daytona 2004 final qualifying
quick again Orbit Racing posted the fastest GT time during the final qualifying session for the Rolex 24 at Daytona. Mike Fitzgerald turned a lap time of one minute 53.543 seconds on the 3.56-mile Daytona International Speedway in the No. 44 Classic Industries Porsche 911 GT3 RS. Although the time was second-fastest in ... Continue reading
CalCruising Collector Auction Site Seeks Partner: Fast Growth Transportation Industy
CalCruising Collector Auction Site Seeks Partner Fast Growth Transportation Industy For Immediate Release RANCHO SANTA FE, Calif./EWORLDWIRE/Jan. 30, 2004 --- According to the January 2004 edition of Smart Money Magazine "eBay rakes in an eye popping 45 percent of all Internet retail sales-- that's $21 billion in the p ... Continue reading
Laguna Seca Confirms Motorock Trans-Am Tour as Part of Grand Prix of Monterey
CONTACT: Justin Anderson, 704-348-9400 janderson@trans-amseries.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LAGUNA SECA CONFIRMS MOTOROCK TRANS-AM TOUR AS PART OF GRAND PRIX OF MONTEREY LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 30, 2004) ‹ Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca has confirmed the Motorock Trans-Am Tour will be part of the Grand Prix of Monterey Cha ... Continue reading
Inaugural Car Search Pits Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta Against Each Other on FOX Owned Channel
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--Jan. 30, 2004--SPEED Channel: -- Three Teams, Each with $100,000 Budgets, Bring Taste of Reality TV to World of Classic Car Collecting -- Barrett-Jackson Auction Ratings Success Supports Car Search Fresh off the ratings success of the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction, SPEED Channel is set to debut i ... Continue reading
Trans-Am Racing, LLC Agrees with SCCA To Retain Trans-Am Name
CONTACT: Justin Anderson, 704-348-9400 janderson@trans-amseries.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TRANS-AM RACING, LLC AGREES WITH SCCA TO RETAIN TRANS-AM NAME LANSING, Mich. (Jan. 30, 2004) ‹ Trans-Am Racing, LLC (³TAR²), a wholly owned subsidiary of Open Wheel Racing Series (³OWRS²), has agreed to a licensing arran ... Continue reading
Ward's Reports Estimated North American Vehicle Production January 30, 2004
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Jan. 30 -- Vehicle production this week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 339,878 units, up 15.0 percent from the 295,481 cars and trucks built last week, according to Ward's Automotive Reports. Including this week's estimates, calendar year North American output now tota ... Continue reading
RUESSELSHEIM, Germany, Jan 30, 2004; Nicola Leske writing for Reuters reported that Adam Opel, the German unit of the world's biggest carmaker General Motors Corp, said on Friday its operating loss ballooned to 384 million euros ($476.4 million) last year, hit by weak sales in poor market conditions. The company, which ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: John Thawley – 248.356.5699 Sonia Soroka – 248.583.9559 #24 Cauley Corvette GTR presented by Highlander To Start 23rd Overall Team Qualified 7th in Class for the Rolex 24 at Daytona! Daytona, Fla. January 30, 2004 – Working around the clock since testing earlier this mon ... Continue reading
ALLETE 2003 Earnings from Continuing Operations Increase 18 Percent
DULUTH, Minn.--Jan. 30, 2004--ALLETE, Inc. today reported 2003 earnings of $2.84 per share, compared with $1.68 per share in 2002, an increase of 69 percent. Net income was $236 million in 2003 on revenue of $1.62 billion, compared with prior year net income of $137 million on revenue of $1.49 billion. Earnings from co ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Minority Dealers Generate $3.5 Billion in Sales in 2003
- Chrysler Group's Minority Dealer Network outperforms corporate average in new vehicle sales and revenues - Sales and gross profits more than many 'Fortune 500' companies - Chrysler Group Minority Dealer Program celebrates 20 years of excellence at NADA AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 30 -- Chrysler Group announced today th ... Continue reading
Cisco and ADP Team to Deliver Dealer System Integration with IP Telephony Solution
SAN JOSE, Calif.--Jan. 30, 2004-- Cisco and ADP IP Telephony Solution Helps Auto Dealership Retailers Strengthen Customer Relationships and Improve Operating Efficiency Cisco Systems, Inc. and The Dealer Services Group of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. announced today that they are collaborating to provide a comprehen ... Continue reading
Polk Canada, Inc. Changes Name to R. L. Polk Canada, Inc.
Polk subsidiary changes to reflect common global brand TORONTO, Jan. 30 -- R. L. Polk & Co., the world's largest automotive market intelligence, database marketing and retail consulting company, today announces that its Canadian subsidiary has changed its name to R. L. Polk Canada, Inc. as part of the company's overall ... Continue reading
The Timken Company Names Jacqueline Dedo as Automotive Group President
CANTON, Ohio, Jan. 30 -- The Timken Company today announced that Jacqueline A. Dedo has joined the company as president - Automotive and an officer of the company. She will report to James W. Griffith, president and CEO, and will have responsibility for the company's global $1.4 billion Automotive Group. (Online Biogra ... Continue reading
USA Truck, Inc. Announces Operating Revenues
VAN BUREN, Ark.--Jan. 30, 2004--USA Truck, Inc. today announced operating revenues, before fuel surcharge, of $74,185,014 for the quarter ended December 31, 2003, an increase of 10.2% from $67,288,025 for the same quarter of 2002. Net income increased 116.4% to $1,139,827 for the fourth quarter of 2003, compared to $52 ... Continue reading
ADP and Acxiom Introduce New Database Management Service
ROSELAND, N.J.--Jan. 30, 2004--A new database management service that helps automobile dealers maintain more accurate customer contact information, and assist in compliance with "do not call lists" and other privacy laws, is now available from the Dealer Services Group of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. and Acxiom(R) C ... Continue reading
Amerityre Begins FMVSS No. 109 Testing of Prototype Polyurethane Car Tires
BOULDER CITY, Nev., Jan. 30 -- Amerityre Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: AMTY) announced today that it has been submitting prototype polyurethane car tires to an independent lab for testing to determine if the tires comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109, applicable to new pneumatic tires. FMVSS No. 109 ... Continue reading
Microvision Launches Nomad Expert Technician System
BOTHELL, Wash.--Jan. 30, 2004-- Head-worn, display with easy-to-use integrated wireless wearable computer increases throughput and productivity by up to 40% in automotive service bays Microvision, Inc. today announced the launch of the Nomad Expert Technician System, the first wireless wearable computer with a head-wor ... Continue reading
Toronto Mustang Club Announces 9/11 Charity Event
Three Years, Not Forgotten: Toronto Mustang Club Announces 9/11 Charity Road Rally Event Toronto, Canada—January 30, 2004—This fall, the Greater Toronto Area Mustang Club (GTAMC) will hold a Charity Road Rally to raise funds for the September 11, 2001 Children’s Fund, Inc., a charity formed with the p ... Continue reading
Ford and Safety Leaders Address #1 Cause of Teen Deaths: Car Crashes
'Real World Driver' Identifies Top Four Driving Skills Needed to Help Teens Stay Alive Who: Sue Cischke, VP, Environmental & Safety Engineering, Ford Motor Company Chuck Abbott, Chief of the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety and representing The Governors Highway Safety Association Ashley Conners, 2002-2003 SADD Student ... Continue reading
For continually updated ARCA RE/MAX Series Daytona entry list, car owner/crew chief list and much more, check www.arcaracing.com; and thanks for everything.......Don Radebaugh, ARCA PR DAYTONA FACTSHEET RACE: 41st Annual Advance Discount Auto Parts 200, Feb 7, 2004 TRACK: Daytona Int'l Speedway, 2.5-mile paved oval LOC ... Continue reading
Auto Club: Gas Prices Continue Higher; Drop in Crude Oil Prices Expected to Be Mirrored at the Pump
LOS ANGELES--Jan. 30, 2004--The retail price of gasoline increased last week throughout Southern California on the strength of crude oil futures that had been trading near $36/barrel. But a decline to about $32/barrel likely will be reflected at the gas pump by next week, according to the Automobile Club of Southern Ca ... Continue reading
JapanCorp: <http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Reports Consolidated Financial Results for the Fiscal Third Quarter and the Nine Monthes Ended December 31, 2003; Best Ever Results Tokyo, Japan, Jan. 30, 2004 - (JCN Newswire) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its consolidated financial resu ... Continue reading
AAA Texas: Weekend Gas Watch; High Gas Prices, But Relief May Be Near
HOUSTON--Jan. 30, 2004--Retail gasoline prices continued to move higher this week, according to AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. Currently, the Texas average for a gallon of regular self-serve gasoline is $1.55 -- two cents more than last week's average and about 15 cents more than last month's average of $1.40 a gallon. O ... Continue reading
Nissan Announces Name Change on Full-Size SUV [Jan. 30, 04]
GARDENA, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2004) - Nissan North America, Inc. announced today that it is accelerating the transition of the name of its new 2004 Pathfinder Armada full-size SUV to Armada (dropping the Pathfinder reference). The change will begin to appear in marketing and consumer materials beginning in February, though ... Continue reading
Changes at Saturn Mean the End of 'A Different Kind of Company,' Start of New Identity
NASHVILLE, Tenn. January 29, 2004; AP writer Scott Reeves reported that Saturn, once billed as "a different kind of company" making "a different kind of car," is losing its distinct identity and becoming just another division at General Motors Corp. GM is forcing Saturn to adopt common practices for design, production ... Continue reading
Action Performance: On the Clock; New Die-Cast Creations for the Grand American Rolex 24 at Daytona
PHOENIX--Jan. 27, 2004--Action Performance Companies Inc., the leader in the design, promotion, marketing and distribution of licensed motorsports merchandise, today announced plans to release a limited edition series of specialty Daytona Prototype collectible racing replicas. The cars will be reproduced to mirror thos ... Continue reading
Coachmen's Fourth Quarter Conference Call on the Internet
ELKHART, Ind.--Jan. 27, 2004--Coachmen Industries, Inc. will provide an online, real-time webcast and rebroadcast of its conference call for the 2003 fourth quarter, year-end results and outlook on Tuesday, February 3, 2004. The live broadcast of Coachmen's quarterly conference call will be available online at www.full ... Continue reading
Delphi's Battenberg Comments on MI State of the State
TROY, Mich., Jan. 27 -- Statement attributable to J.T. Battenberg III, Delphi chairman, CEO and president, regarding Michigan Governor Jennifer M. Granholm's State of the State address: "I applaud Gov. Granholm's initiatives to support Michigan manufacturing, attract new business and investment to our state, ensure a f ... Continue reading
iQ Power Completes US$1.4 Million Financing
MUNICH, Germany, Jan. 27 -- iQ Power Technology Inc. (IQP: OTC Frankfurt; IQPR: OTC US Bulletin Board) (German Securities ID Number (WKN) 924110) advises that it has closed the private placements announced in November 2003. The Company raised gross proceeds of US$1,412,500. The funds are being used to retire debt and f ... Continue reading
Kerotest Designs Natural Gas Valves With ALGOR FEA
PITTSBURGH--Jan. 27, 2004--ALGOR, Inc., a leading provider of design, analysis and simulation software, announced that Kerotest Manufacturing Corporation has implemented ALGOR FEA software as part of a new, high-technology design and manufacturing process to produce the POLYBALL(TM) product line of polyethylene valves ... Continue reading
Toyota Will Stage Double World Premiere at the 2004 Chicago Auto Show
Update to Scheduled Time of Press Conference TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 27 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., will debut the all-new Camry Solara Convertible and Tacoma X-Runner pickup truck at a press conference at the 2004 Chicago Auto Show. The Solara Convertible will launch in March 2004 and join the all-new se ... Continue reading
The Sky's the Limit With the New 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
- The Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible: The convertible to be in and be seen in - No other ragtop can beat PT Cruiser Convertible's combination of styling, unprecedented versatility, quietness and comfort - The new Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible continues the PT Cruiser sedan phenomenon AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- ... Continue reading
$1.8 Million Grant Jumpstarts Kettering University's Fuel Cell Lab
FLINT, Mich.--Jan. 29, 2004--Kettering University will construct the Center for Fuel Cell Systems and Powertrain Integration on its campus in Flint, Mich., thanks to a $1.8 million grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) of the U.S. Department of Commerce. The EDA grant is the keystone of a funding pac ... Continue reading
RV Shows Highlight Family Travel Options
RESTON, Va., Jan. 29 -- With so many travelers staying closer to home and looking for low-stress vacation getaways, recreation vehicles (RVs) are an attractive option. Retail RV shows are a great way for consumers across the country to learn more about these "homes on wheels." More than 140 local shows feature the indu ... Continue reading
Omega Announces 2003 Financial Results and FFO of $0.20 Per Share for the Fourth Quarter
TIMONIUM, Md.--Jan. 29, 2004--Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc. today announced its results of operations for the quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2003. The Company also reported Funds From Operations ("FFO") on a diluted basis for the three months ended December 31, 2003 of $11.0 million or $0.20 per common s ... Continue reading
BASKING RIDGE, N.J.--Jan. 29, 2004--Stronghold Technologies, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SGHT), the developer of DealerAdvance(TM), an enterprise software system using wireless technologies for the automotive retail industry, today announced the signing of Carolina Kia-Greensboro of North Carolina as a new customer. A ne ... Continue reading
UQM(R) Propulsion Systems to be Used in Both Series and Parallel Hybrid Vehicles FREDERICK, Colo., Jan. 29 -- UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that two international tier I automotive suppliers have ordered UQM(R) permanent magnet propulsion systems for ... Continue reading
Weekend Warning: Super Bowl Sunday One of Most Deadly Drunk Driving Days of Year
The National Commission Against Drunk Driving (NCADD) is available to discuss ways that motorists can avoid becoming a tragic statistic on Super Bowl Sunday -- one of the single most deadly drunk driving days of the year. WHY: The latest national drunk driving statistics for years 2000 through 2002 show: * On the avera ... Continue reading
Mazda's Global Sales Grow 14 Percent in Calendar Year 2003
JapanCorp: <http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> Mazda's Global Sales Grow 14 Percent in Calendar Year 2003 Tokyo, Japan, Jan. 29, 2004 - (JCN Newswire) - Supported by the successful launch of two critical new products - the Mazda RX-8 and Mazda3/Mazda Axela - and the continued success of many of its award-winning veh ... Continue reading
9 cars disqualified from first Rolex round
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ADP Dealer Services Wins 2004 SupportSoft Award: 'Best Support Automation ROI'
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Jan. 29 -- The Dealer Services Group of Automatic Data Processing, Inc. earned a "Best Support Automation ROI" award from SupportSoft for the company's World Class Service delivery and Customer Support tools. Each year SupportSoft presents this award to the one company, from a customer list of 20 ... Continue reading
* Same plant that builds award-winning Chrysler PT Cruiser sedan launches Convertible * Rolling equipment changeover for Convertible results in zero production lost at plant * Product Design and Assembly processes contribute to quiet, smooth ride AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- The launch of the new Chrysler PT Cruiser ... Continue reading
American Commerce Solutions, Inc. Renews Acquisition Commitment
BARTOW, Fla., Jan. 29 -- American Commerce Solutions, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: AACS) today reiterated its acquisition commitment while updating its strategy and progress. "Since last August, we have been actively pursuing acquisition opportunities to facilitate growth anticipated by the business plan. Since completion of ... Continue reading
Arnholt Named Editorial Director at AutoCom
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--Jan. 29, 2004--Veteran automotive journalist Mike Arnholt has joined AutoCom Associates, a Bloomfield Hills-based public relations agency, as editorial director. Arnholt's background includes nearly two decades at Ward's AutoWorld, a monthly automotive trade magazine, most recently as the publi ... Continue reading
Baldor Electric Company 4th Qtr and YTD 2003 Results and Discussion
FORT SMITH, Ark., Jan. 29 -- Baldor Electric Company markets, designs, and manufactures industrial electric motors, drives, and generators and is based in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Today Baldor announced the results of the fourth quarter and year 2003. 4th Quarter Year 2003 2002 2003 2002 (in thousands 14 weeks 13 weeks 53 ... Continue reading
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 29 -- Bankers Integration Group (BIG), developers of BIGFNI, a secure, web-based financial interface that links lenders with dealers, announced the addition of Jacques Nasser, former Ford Motor president and chief operating officer, and Roy Roberts, former General Motors vice president of marketing, as ... Continue reading
MONTREAL--Jan. 29, 2004--President and Chief Executive Officer of Bombardier Inc., Mr. Paul Tellier, today announced the following reorganization of Bombardier Transportation, effective immediately: - The position of President and Chief Operating Officer of Bombardier Transportation is split into two distinct positions ... Continue reading
Booth Creek Ski Holdings, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2003 Fourth-Quarter and Year-End Results
VAIL, Colo.--Jan. 28, 2004--Booth Creek Ski Holdings, Inc. ("Booth Creek" or the "Company") announced today results for the fourth fiscal quarter and year ended Oct. 31, 2003. Fourth Quarter Ended Oct. 31, 2003 Booth Creek's fourth quarter is an off-peak period. ... Continue reading
Central Parking Corporation Reports Improved Fiscal First Quarter Results
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Jan. 28, 2004--Central Parking Corporation today announced that earnings from continuing operations for the first quarter ended December 31, 2003 increased to $9.6 million, or $0.27 per diluted share from $5.2 million, or $0.14 per diluted share in the first fiscal quarter of the previous year. Net ea ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Conference Call to Announce January 2004 Sales
WHAT: Telephone conference call to discuss Chrysler Group's January sales. WHO: Gary Dilts, Senior Vice President - Sales WHEN: Tuesday, February 3, 2004 - 3:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., EST WHERE: Teleconference: 1-800-857-0714 Domestic Teleconference: 1-210-795-9123 International Call Leader: Kevin L. McCormick Password: Sales ... Continue reading
Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible Includes Best Convertible Systems Available on Earth
- Three-layer world-class convertible top for both style and function - A boot that doesn't have to be hidden - "Smart" glass on easy in and easy out doors - Segment-busting character right down to the deck lid AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- The new 2005 PT Cruiser Convertible maintains the sedan's beyond cool styling ... Continue reading
Chrysler Rolls Back the Top on Heritage Design With New PT Cruiser Convertible
* Coordinated features, inside and out, top up and down * Only convertible with 'cooler-than-cool' styling * Distinct styling, even without the top AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Hands down and top down, the all new 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible offers customers a different kind of convertible. Only the PT Conv ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Launches New Freightliner Sprinter Website
'New look and feel offering more information and easier navigation for user' AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- DaimlerChrysler has launched a brand new website focusing on their innovative Freightliner Sprinter van. The new website (www.fl-sprinter.com ) is both informative and user-friendly, and offers readily accessibl ... Continue reading
Dana, Panasonic Are Back and in New Surroundings at SAE 2004 World Congress in Detroit
WARRENDALE, Pa., Jan. 29 -- Dana Corporation is back in the SAE World Congress after a three year absence in the exhibit hall. The Toledo, Ohio-based supplier of components, modules, and systems for a wide variety of vehicle applications will sponsor the new Dana Technical Innovation Forum, a 200-seat theater located o ... Continue reading
DENSO Announces Organizational Changes
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Jan. 29 -- DENSO International America, Inc. announced two executive promotions within its Marketing and Engineering Division, effective January 16, 2004. John Camp, formerly senior vice president, Marketing, has assumed the position of senior advisor reporting to the president. In addition, Terry He ... Continue reading
Dover Motorsports, Inc. Reports Results for the Quarter and Year Ended December 31, 2003
DOVER, Del., Jan. 29 -- Dover Motorsports, Inc. today reported its results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2003. Revenues were $3,603,000 for the quarter ended December 31, 2003 compared with $2,472,000 for the fourth quarter of 2002. The Company promoted one major motorsports event during the quarter in ea ... Continue reading
Duranar SPF Coatings by PPG Industrial Finishes Saluted by Architectural Record
SPRINGDALE, Pa.--Jan. 29, 2004--Duranar SPF coatings by PPG Industrial Finishes was selected one of the Best Products of 2003 by Architectural Record magazine. "This is an important accomplishment," said Keith Prins, general manager of PPG Industrial Finishes. "We strive to develop green products and products that make ... Continue reading
Equitas and Halliburton Settle Asbestos Insurance Claims
LONDON & HOUSTON--Jan. 28, 2004--Equitas and Halliburton Company announced today that they have reached a comprehensive agreement to settle Halliburton's insurance claims against certain Underwriters at Lloyd's of London, reinsured by Equitas, as a result of which Halliburton will be paid $575 million. The settlement w ... Continue reading
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Jan. 29 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. , the nation's leader in recreational vehicle sales and a leading producer and retailer of manufactured housing, today announced preliminary sales for the third quarter and first nine months of fiscal 2004, ended January 25, 2004. Company revenues rose 21 percen ... Continue reading
FullCircle Registry Announces Strategic Marketing Alliance With Safelite of America, Inc.
Emergency Notification Service Will Be Available to Over 20,000 Automobile Dealers in U.S. LOUISVILLE, Ky., Jan. 29 -- FullCircle Registry, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: FLCR) , today announced a strategic marketing alliance with Safelite of America, Inc., which markets products and services to automotive dealers nationwide. T ... Continue reading
GRAMMY Nominated Group Joins Nissan in Donating to Education
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Jan. 29, 2004--Nissan North America, Inc. is expanding its support of education with a $10,000 donation to a program connecting high school students with professionals in the music industry. Nissan executives, along with help from the GRAMMY nominated group Bering Strait, presented the check to the GR ... Continue reading
Growth Opportunities Abound for Innovative Composites
LONDON--Jan. 29, 2004--Innovative polymers and composites are dramatically broadening the range of applications and commercial production of thermoplastics. Made from both well-established and novel polymers, materials such as long glass-fibre reinforced thermoplastics, wood-plastic composites (WPC) and nanocomposites ... Continue reading
Hella Expands Production and Aftermarket Facilities
PLYMOUTH, Mich.--Jan. 29, 2004--Hella continues to expand its manufacturing facilities and aftermarket sales operations in North America. The company recently doubled its aftermarket storage capacity in Canada with the opening of a new warehouse in Mississauga, Ontario and also has announced plans to expand a manufactu ... Continue reading
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--Jan. 29, 2004--For the December quarter, International Rectifier Corporation today reported pro forma net income of $24.6 million (or $0.36 per share), which excludes charges for ongoing severance and restructuring activities previously announced in December 2002, on revenues of $252.3 million, comp ... Continue reading
ANAHEIM, Calif.--Jan. 29, 2004--Iteris Holdings Inc. (OTCBB:ITRSA)(OTCBB:ITRSB), a leading provider of traffic optimization and safety technology, today reported financial results for the fiscal third quarter and nine month period ended Dec. 31, 2003. For the third quarter, Iteris reported net sales and contract revenu ... Continue reading
SAN DIEGO--Jan. 28, 2004--Kintera Inc. , an innovative provider of software as a service to nonprofits, today announced plans to release its fourth quarter and full year 2003 financial results after the close of markets on Tuesday, February 3, 2004. The call, scheduled for 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, will be hosted by Harr ... Continue reading
Lancaster Colony Reports Second Quarter Sales And Earnings
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 29 -- Lancaster Colony Corporation today reported that net income for the company's second fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2003 reached $26,650,000, or $.74 per diluted share, while net sales declined five percent to $291 million versus $308 million in the second quarter last year. For the second ... Continue reading
Leggett & Platt Announces Webcast of February 4 Presentation
CARTHAGE, Mo., Jan. 29 -- Leggett & Platt, Incorporated, a Fortune 500 diversified manufacturer of engineered products serving several major markets, announced that Felix E. Wright, Chairman and CEO, will speak to the investment community at the Credit Suisse First Boston Furniture Symposium on Wednesday, February 4, 2 ... Continue reading
Lic. Saul Garcia Named President of KYOCERA Mexicana, S.A. de C.V.
SAN DIEGO--Jan. 28, 2004-- Robert Whisler to Devote Efforts to Expanding Microelectronic Packaging Business as President of Kyocera America, Inc. Kyocera International, Inc. ("KII") today announced that it has named a new president for Kyocera Mexicana, S.A. de C.V. ("KMX"), a wholly-owned manufacturing subsidiary supp ... Continue reading
Lithia Motors Acquires Reno Jeep Chrysler in Nevada
MEDFORD, Ore.--Jan. 29, 2004--Lithia Motors, Inc. announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Reno Jeep Chrysler located in Reno, Nevada. The store will be renamed Lithia Chrysler Jeep of Reno. The store has annualized sales of approximately $55 million. Lithia Motors Chairman and CEO Sid DeBoer commented, ... Continue reading
Meritage Corporation Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2003 Results
DALLAS & SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Jan. 28, 2004--Meritage Corporation today announced fourth quarter and full-year records for home closing revenue, net earnings and diluted earnings per share. Meritage achieved its 16th consecutive year of record revenue and net earnings, and over the last five years has produced compound a ... Continue reading
Merix Corporation Announces Pricing of Public Stock Offering
FOREST GROVE, Ore.--Jan. 28, 2004--Merix Corporation announced today the public offering of 3,600,000 shares of its common stock, including 400,000 shares to be sold by Tektronix, Inc., at a price of $25.21 per share for an aggregate public offering price of $90.8 million. Merix increased the size of the offering from ... Continue reading
Methanex Completes Highly Profitable Year - Momentum Continues Into 2004
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Jan. 28, 2004--Methanex Corporation recorded income before unusual items (after-tax) of US$29.2 million (US$0.24 per share) and generated EBITDA(1) of US$82.8 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2003. This compares to income before unusual items (after-tax) of US$32.1 million ... Continue reading
Mirenco Completes 2004 Business Plan
RADCLIFFE, Iowa--Jan. 29, 2004--Mirenco, Inc., (OTCBB:MREO) has completed its Business Plan for 2004 which emphasizes new sales and marketing strategies and target markets. "Strategically, we are transitioning the company from a research and development operation to an aggressive marketing company," said Dwayne Fosseen ... Continue reading
MVP Communications Announces Brand Evolution
DETROIT, Jan. 29 -- MVP Communications, Inc. announced today that it is changing its name to MVP Collaborative, Inc., to better reflect the company's growing brand and expanded business capabilities which it has refined during the last 23 years. MVP remains a comprehensive strategic marketing communications resource fo ... Continue reading
National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car Firms Choose Tulsa as New Home for HQ Operations
Up to 700 HQ Jobs Added to Tulsa Economy TULSA, Okla., Jan. 29 -- National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car, which together make up the world's third largest airport car rental company, will move its headquarters to Tulsa, bringing up to 700 high-level jobs and a direct annual payroll of up to $38.5 million. The announc ... Continue reading
OWINGS MILLS, Md., Jan. 29 -- Medifast, Inc. (AMEX:MED) announced today that Leo V. Williams III has been named the Executive Vice President of the Company, making him responsible for the day- to-day operations of the organization. Mr. Williams, 55, most recently retired after 25 years with Ford Motor Company as the ma ... Continue reading
Noble International Closes Sale of Monroe Subsidiary
WARREN, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Noble International, Ltd. ("Noble" or the "Company"), announced the closing of the sale of its subsidiary, Monroe Engineering/Pro Motor Car ("Monroe"). Monroe was sold to Quantum Value Partners, L.P. ("Quantum"), a private equity fund in which certain corporate officers of Noble have an intere ... Continue reading
Dealers Will Learn Ways to Reduce Exposure to Litigation, Increase Profitability HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Jan. 29 -- Dealers overwhelmed by the economic and legal challenges affecting the motor vehicle industry can attend a free seminar led by respected automotive industry legal expert Keith E. Whann, LPA, during the Nat ... Continue reading
Orbit Racing - Daytona first qualifying
take two Orbit Racing posted the third-fastest GT time during Thursday qualifying for the Rolex 24 at Daytona, but the time was disallowed, forcing the team to qualify again on Friday. Orbit was one of seven teams that missed a new regulation that requires filing of qualifying paperwork two hours before the start of th ... Continue reading
Own the Next eBay Motors Online Auction Site, www.CalCruising.com
SAN DIEGO, Jan. 29 -- According to the January 2004 edition of Smart Money Magazine "eBay rakes in an eye popping 45 percent of all Internet retail sales -- that's $21 billion in the past year. The top dog on eBay: cars, hands down. In the past 12 months, eBay Motors rang up $6.7 billion in sales." By far, transportati ... Continue reading
P3 Racing to Carry Complete Product Line from Diamond Powersports: Sales Expected to Exceed $150,000
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 29 -- Diamond Powersports, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: DPWS) announced today that P3 Racing has agreed to carry the complete product line of Diamond Powersports' parts and accessories. P3 Racing has been selling powersports and powersport accessories (motorcycles, watercraft, ATV, scooter and/or m ... Continue reading
EL PASO, Texas--Jan. 28, 2004--Petro Stopping Centers, L.P. and Petro Financial Corporation (the "Issuers") announced today, pursuant to their previously announced tender offer and consent solicitation (the "Offer") for any and all of their $135,000,000 outstanding principal amount of 10 1/2% Senior Notes due 2007 (the ... Continue reading
MINNEAPOLIS--Jan. 29, 2004--Polaris Industries Inc. (PSE:PII) today reported record net income of $1.68 per diluted share (pre-split) for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2003, an 11 percent increase over prior year fourth quarter net income of $1.51 per diluted share (pre-split). Higher sales volume primarily fro ... Continue reading
Quixote Corporation Reports Fiscal 2004 Second Quarter Results
-- Record second quarter sales of $35.5 million -- Operating profit of $1.2 million -- Earnings of $0.05 per diluted share -- Third quarter earnings guidance: $0.05 to $0.10 per diluted share CHICAGO, Jan. 29 -- Quixote Corporation today reported results for its second quarter ended December 31, 2003. Net sales for the ... Continue reading
Redline Performance Products Commences Snowmobile Production
SAN DIEGO & MINNEAPOLIS--Jan. 29, 2004--Redline Performance Products, Inc. ("Redline(TM)" or "the Company") (AMEX:RED) today announced that they have begun production of the 800 Revolt(R) snowmobile. Redline expects shipments to dealers to start in February 2004. Redline plans to significantly ramp up production levels ... Continue reading
RouteOne Responds to DealerTrack Suit
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Jan. 29 -- RouteOne LLC, the joint venture formed by DaimlerChrysler Services, Ford Motor Credit Company, General Motors Acceptance Corporation and Toyota Financial Services to create a more streamlined credit application process for automobile dealers and their customers, learned today that DealerTr ... Continue reading
SI Technologies Announces Resignation of Chief Executive Officer
Marvin Moist Appointed Interim President TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 29 -- SI Technologies, Inc. , which designs, manufactures and markets high-performance industrial sensors, weighing and factory automation equipment and systems, today announced that Rick A. Beets has resigned as the Company's President, Chief Executive Offi ... Continue reading
Southwall Technologies Announces Resignation of Chief Financial Officer
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Jan. 29, 2004--Southwall Technologies Inc. , a global developer, manufacturer and marketer of thin-film coatings for the electronic display, automotive glass and architectural markets, today announced the resignation of its senior vice president and chief financial officer, Michael E. Seifert, effect ... Continue reading
Sprint is 40th Member to Join STAR
MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 29 -- STAR, the IT standards body for the retail automotive industry, has announced that Sprint has joined its membership beginning in 2004. STAR membership has jumped 25% in 2003. Sprint, headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, provides customized, integrated solutions and a complete voice, data, wir ... Continue reading
Sprint Joins Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail (STAR) Initiative
Membership Will Enable Sprint to Be a Driving Force for IT Standardization In The Automotive Industry OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Jan. 29 -- Sprint announced today its active 2004 membership in Standards for Technology in Automotive Retail (STAR), a non-profit organization created to establish voluntary IT standards for the r ... Continue reading
LONDON--Jan. 29, 2004--The Wireless Internet Applications (WIA) service of Strategy Analytics, the global research and consulting company, today released, "Competition Strategies for Mobile Video Content," a new report looking at how mobile service providers are delivering video content services to mobile phones. With ... Continue reading
Super Bowl Players Say 'It's Go Time' With A New Game Face
-- Super Bowl rivals shared two final words before Sunday's game - "got milk?." Before they pass each other on the grid iron, Jake Delhomme, Quarterback of the Carolina Panthers, and New England Patriots' Defensive Back Ty Law will face off in a pre-game Milk Mustache ad, debuting for the first and only time in the Fri ... Continue reading
SwRI Launches Clean Diesel Consortium
SAN ANTONIO--Jan. 29, 2004--Southwest Research Institute(R) (SwRI) is launching its fourth cooperative research program to reduce diesel engine emissions. The consortium, known as Clean Diesel IV, comprises more than 30 members, including light, heavy-duty, and off-road engine manufacturers, component suppliers, and oi ... Continue reading
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--Jan. 29, 2004--To reduce time to market for a family of advanced networking silicon, Teradiant Networks built a "single-pass" design flow from best-in-class EDA vendors, and selected Sequence Design's CoolTime for signal-integrity signoff. "The need for SI analysis is significant," according to Ter ... Continue reading
The All-New Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible: Still the Swiss Army Knife of the Auto World
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- The 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible's versatile cargo area is unique in the segment because it has a versatile back seat (fold and tumble rear seats) and a pass-through trunk, capable of carrying two golf bags or similar lifestyle equipment. At 84.3 cu.-ft., the PT Cruiser Convertib ... Continue reading
The Art of Conversation Isn't Lost on the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
- Quiet convertible top up or top down based on driving experience - "Picnic table" conversation capability at cruising speed - Top up and top down wind noise reduction enhancements AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Regardless of whether the top is up or down, one thing convertible customers typically have to sacrifice f ... Continue reading
The Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible Features Best-in-class Comfort That's Hard to Top
- Ten more inches of rear seat leg room than the competition - "Memorable" front passenger seat AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Cargo isn't the only thing that fits comfortably in the new 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible. People are also just as well seated. "Our customers are accustomed to the exceptional roomines ... Continue reading
The Cobalt Group Announces F&I Web Services Initiative for Cobalt Prospector
SEATTLE--Jan. 29, 2004-- New open interface for Prospector will enable automobile dealers to seamlessly integrate their F&I and CRM The Cobalt Group, the leading provider of customer relationship management and e-business software and services to the automotive retail market, today announced its new F&I Web Services in ... Continue reading
The Cobalt Group Unveils Lead Manager Customer Central
SEATTLE--Jan. 29, 2004-- Automotive industry's most popular lead management product now even better with powerful new features and dealer-tested, easy-to-use interface The Cobalt Group, the leading provider of CRM and e-business software and services to the automotive retail market, has unveiled Lead Manager(SM) Custom ... Continue reading
The New PT Cruiser Convertible: Converting Sedan Safety and Security to a Drop-Top
* Safety built into the body structure * Abundance of same safety features as sedan * Security for both occupants and cargo AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Like all vehicle owners, convertible owners are concerned about occupant safety, and the PT Cruiser Convertible has them covered, even when the car isn't. PT Cruise ... Continue reading
CALABASAS HILLS, Calif.--Jan. 29, 2004--THQ Inc. and Clear Channel Entertainment's Motor Sports division today announced that supercross series' title sponsor THQ unveiled MX Unleashed as the official video game of the 2004 THQ World Supercross GP/THQ AMA Supercross Series. The game is available for demonstration at se ... Continue reading
Today's Events in Southern California
LOS ANGELES--Jan. 29, 2004--Following is a listing of media and community events for Thursday, Jan. 29: ----------------------------------------------------------- -------- WHAT: Charisma Floats will be setting a track record at Irwindale Speedway/Irwindale Dragstrip with Rose Parade Float WHEN: 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Irwind ... Continue reading
HARTFORD, Conn.--Jan. 28, 2004-- Diluted Net Income Per Share Was $0.49 Compared To A Loss of $0.79 In 2002 Quarter; Net Income For Full Year 2003 Was $1.696 Billion Or $1.68 Per Share, Diluted Travelers Property Casualty Corp. today reported net income for the fourth quarter of $488.7 million, or $0.49 per share, basi ... Continue reading
United Defense to Purchase Composite Design and Production Business in California
ARLINGTON, Va.--Jan. 29, 2004--United Defense Industries, Inc. announced today that it has expanded its capabilities in the design and fabrication of lightweight materials for naval and ground combat systems by entering into an agreement for the purchase of Kaiser Compositek, Inc., of Brea, California. The acquisition ... Continue reading
Warrantech Automotive Introduces Its Sterling Auto Warranty Plan For the Used Car Market
BEDFORD, Texas--Jan. 29, 2004--Warrantech Corporation (OTC:WTEC), a leading independent provider of service contracts and after-market warranties, has introduced the Sterling Auto Warranty Plan, designed to offer used car buyers broad coverage at an affordable cost. It not only protects the consumer against mechanical ... Continue reading
Wind-Blown Performance Options Available On the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
- Only vehicle in its class with two turbocharged engine options - Designed as convertible from onset of development for superb ride characteristics - Handling tuned specifically for convertible driving AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- To satisfy convertible customers' need for speed, the 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser Conver ... Continue reading
ZAP Retains Richardson & Patel LLP as Company's Securities Counsel
SANTA ROSA, Calif., Jan. 29 -- Electric car pioneer ZAP (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAPZ) announced today that it has retained the legal services of the law firm Richardson & Patel LLP. The law firm specializes in corporate and securities law and has been retained by ZAP to assist in various financing and corporate governance iss ... Continue reading
MANN+HUMMEL USA Names Thomas to Communications Post
PORTAGE, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Julie Thomas has been named executive assistant to the president of MANN+HUMMEL USA with responsibility for the automotive supplier's public relations programs. Thomas, who has more than 20 years of experience in sales and marketing, advertising and trade shows, will report directly to Claude ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 29 -- For the second year in a row, the Lexus GX 470 luxury utility vehicle was named "Four Wheeler of the Year" by the editors of Four Wheeler Magazine. The competing GX 470 was equipped with the new Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) that recently made its debut on the 2004 model. Deliver ... Continue reading
Make Sobriety a Goal at Super Bowl Parties, Says AAA Michigan
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Coaches for the Panthers and the Patriots won't rely on only one formation to win Sunday's Super Bowl XXXVIII, and hosts shouldn't rely on only alcoholic beverages to make their Super Bowl party a success, suggests AAA Michigan. To help add variety to party refreshments, and moderate guests' ... Continue reading
BMW WilliamsF1 Team-Valencia Test Summary
VALENCIA TEST 27th 29th January 2004 Summary: The BMW WilliamsF1 Team concluded their three -day test at Valencia today having covered over 2,000 kilometers and topped the timesheets on all three days. Both Ralf Schumacher and Juan Pablo Montoya were on hand to perform testing duties, as well as the team¹s official ... Continue reading
Autobytel Reports Record Net Income & Revenue for Fourth Quarter and Year End 2003
IRVINE, Calif.--Jan. 29, 2004-- Quarterly Net Income Increases to $3.8 Million; Quarterly Revenue Increases to $23.9 Million Autobytel Inc. , a leading Internet automotive marketing services company, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2003. Highlights for the quart ... Continue reading
SK HAND TOOL EXPANDS ASA PROGRAM FOR 2004
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ANDRETTI GREEN RACING OPENS SEASON WITH SUCCESSFUL OPEN TEST
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Two Visteon Employees to be Honored by Society of Automotive Engineers
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Two engineering professionals from Visteon Corporation will be honored with the prestigious Forest R. McFarland Award on Tuesday, March 9, at the Honors Convocation during the 2004 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress & Exhibition in Detroit. Bryan Dodson, associate director ... Continue reading
GTI Tests Are Promising for Low-Emissions Engine Technology
DES PLAINES, Ill., Jan. 29 -- Independent testing performed by Gas Technology Institute (GTI) confirmed that the GreenGuard emissions control system for natural-gas-fueled reciprocating engines, a product of Attainment Technologies LLC, can significantly reduce nitrogen oxides (NOx) and carbon monoxide (CO) exhaust emi ... Continue reading
Audi of America Announces New Vice President
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Audi of America, Inc. has announced the appointment of Axel H. Mees to Vice President in charge of Audi of America in the United States and Canada, effective March 1, 2004. He will be responsible for continuing Audi's task to firmly establish itself as a top- tier player in the North Ame ... Continue reading
Volkswagen of America, Inc. Announces New Vice President
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 29 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. has announced the appointment of Len Hunt to Vice President in charge of the Volkswagen brand in the United States and Canada, effective March 1, 2004. Mr. Hunt will report to Gerd Klauss, President and CEO of Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Volkswagen Canada. ... Continue reading
U.S. EPA Recognizes Isuzu's Direct-Injection Gasoline V6
New Engine Meets Stringent New Emissions Standards Years Ahead Of Requirements; Standard on Axiom, Optional on Rodeo for 2004 WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has recognized the Isuzu 3.5-liter direct-injection gasoline V6 as one of the first engines that meets the EPA's tough new Tier 2, ... Continue reading
National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car Announce Move of Headquarters to Tulsa
Third Largest Airport Car Rental Company to Relocate By Year's End FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 29 -- Vanguard Car Rental USA Inc., the operators of the National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car brands, and the country's third largest airport car rental company, will move its headquarters to the Tulsa, Oklahoma area by th ... Continue reading
Coachmen And Coleman Enter Into Long-Term Licensing Agreement
MIDDLEBURY, Ind., Jan. 29 -- The Coachmen RV Group of Coachmen Industries, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a long-term exclusive licensing agreement with The Coleman Company, Inc. to design, produce and market a full line of new Coleman(R) brand recreational vehicles. Michael R. Terlep, President of the C ... Continue reading
Champ Car Confirmed for Grand Prix of Monterey
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