Meineke News Release (Pre-event)
National Finalists Announced For Meineke Pipe Bending, Brake-Off World Championships Winners To Be Determined at 2003 AAPEX Show in Las Vegas LAS VEGAS, NEV. (Oct. 28, 2003)?National finalists have been announced for the Meineke Pipe Bending and Brake-Off World Championships that will be conducted at the 2003 Automotiv ... Continue reading
Valeo refuerza su presencia en China con un nuevo centro técnico
Beijing, China, October 30 -- Valeo, uno de los proveedores automovilísticos que primero entró en el mercado chino, anunció hoy la construcción de un nuevo centro técnico en Wuhan para fabricar productos y sistemas automovilísticos avanzados para los clientes del sector, tanto en China como en Europa. Este últim ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Announces Earnings Outlook for Full Year 2004
DETROIT, Oct. 30 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced that it expects earnings results for the full year 2004 to approximate $4.00 per share, excluding the impact of expected one-time debt refinancing costs of approximately $0.26 per share. This comp ... Continue reading
Capital Automotive Names Paul M. Higbee to Board of Trustees
MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 30 -- Capital Automotive REIT , the nation's leading specialty finance company for automotive retail real estate, today announced that Paul M. Higbee has been named to its Board of Trustees. Mr. Higbee will be replacing Lee P. Munder. Mr. Munder has resigned to devote more time to his expanding busine ... Continue reading
Dover Motorsports, Inc. Reports Results For the Third Quarter
DOVER, Del., Oct. 30 -- Dover Motorsports, Inc. today reported its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2003. Revenues were $38,207,000 in the quarter ended September 30, 2003 compared with $41,622,000 for the third quarter of 2002. The Company experienced a decline in admissions and other related revenue ... Continue reading
Evercel Announces Corporate Restructuring and Investment in Zipcar, Inc.
HINGHAM, Mass., Oct. 30 -- Evercel, Inc. , today announced its intention to significantly reduce U.S. operations while continuing to support its proprietary nickel zinc batteries from its Chinese facility. In addition Evercel will make a private investment of $2 million in Zipcar, Inc. Garry Prime, CEO, stated "We have ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Reports Preliminary Revenues for Second Quarter 2004
RIVERSIDE, Calif., Oct. 30 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. , the nation's largest manufacturer of recreational vehicles and a leading producer and retailer of manufactured housing, announced today its preliminary sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2004, ended October 26, 2003. Company revenues grew 5 percent in the ... Continue reading
Lancaster Colony Reports First Quarter Sales And Earnings
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- Lancaster Colony Corporation today reported net sales of $267 million for the first fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2003, a three percent decline from the record $276 million achieved in the first quarter last year. Net income was $19,700,000 versus $20,556,000 in the corresponding quarter ... Continue reading
Two Delphi Leaders Certified as Shainin 'Top 5 Executives' To Add to Growing Field
TROY, Mich., Oct. 30 -- John D. Holden, general director of worldwide manufacturing operations for Delphi Safety & Interior Systems, and a division of Delphi Corporation , and Kevin J. Quinlan, director of customer satisfaction and operational effectiveness for Delphi Safety & Interior, are the latest in a growing fiel ... Continue reading
Volkswagen's First SUV Debuts on LeaseCompare.com Top 10 List
CINCINNATI--Oct. 30, 2003--Automobile Consumer Services, Inc. (ACS), an innovator in online direct-to-consumer auto leasing, released a list of the top 10 most requested vehicles from its popular auto leasing website (www.LeaseCompare.com) for the third quarter of 2003. The Touareg, Volkswagen's first SUV, debuts on th ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Announces Record Third Quarter Earnings
Net debt to capital reduced to 38.6% DETROIT, Oct. 30 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today reported financial results for the third quarter of 2003. Third Quarter 2003 highlights: * Record third quarter diluted earnings per share of $0.71 * Record third quarte ... Continue reading
Dealer Group 1 Automotive Reports Record Results for Third Quarter
HOUSTON--Oct. 30, 2003--Group 1 Automotive, Inc. , a Fortune 500 specialty retailer, today reported record third-quarter net income of $21.7 million on record revenues of $1.2 billion for the three months ended Sept. 30, 2003. Diluted earnings per share increased 9.5 percent to $0.92 for the quarter. "Reducing new vehi ... Continue reading
Valeo establishes new technical centre in China
Beijing, China, October 30 -- Valeo, present in China for nearly ten years, today announced the construction of a new technical centre in Wuhan. The technical centre will develop advanced automotive lighting systems for both Chinese and European car makers. This latest development is part of Valeo's strategy to expand ... Continue reading
Auto Dealer Group AutoNation Reports Record Third Quarter EPS
* Third Quarter Revenue $5.3 Billion, Up 1.2% Driven By Higher New Vehicle, Parts, Service, Finance And Insurance Sales * 110 Bp Reduction In SG&A As A Percent Of Gross Profit * Seventh Consecutive Record Quarter Of EPS From Continuing Operations FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 30 -- AutoNation, Inc. , America's largest re ... Continue reading
Alcoa Technology Improves New Audi A8 Sedan
PITTSBURGH--Oct. 30, 2003--Alcoa announced today that it has provided automotive aluminum structural technology to Audi AG, the German automaker, for its second-generation A8 sedan. Alcoa's automotive structural technology in the A8 offers drivers outstanding stability and sets new standards in safety performance, whil ... Continue reading
Midas Reports Third Quarter Loss of $0.76 Per Share
ITASCA, Ill.--Oct. 30, 2003--Midas, Inc. reported a loss of $11.8 million--or $0.76 per diluted share--for its third quarter ended Sept. 27, 2003. For the quarter, the company recorded pre-tax business transformation charges of $15.9 million--or $0.62 per share after-tax--for costs associated with outsourcing the compa ... Continue reading
ST. LOUIS, Oct. 30 -- Boeing and Centro Ricerche Fiat (CRF), the Italian research-and-development center, today announced an agreement to evaluate Boeing's patented IntelliBus Network Systems technology for possible automotive applications. The sophisticated IntelliBus technology, originally developed by Boeing for adv ... Continue reading
Off-Road Aftermarket Expo Concludes Successful First-Year Launch in Las Vegas
SANTA ANA, Calif.--Oct. 30, 2003--1,953 manufacturers, vendors, dealers and retailers in the off-road industry trekked the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas to take part in the first annual Off-Road Aftermarket Expo. The expo was the first-ever tradeshow of its kind exclusively dedicated to the off-road/ATV a ... Continue reading
STUTTGART, Germany--Oct. 30, 2003--Behr GmbH & Co. KG, one of the world's leading suppliers of automotive air conditioning and engine cooling equipment, and Shanghai Automotive Co., Ltd. (SA) have agreed to set up a joint venture. The new company, Shanghai Behr Thermal Systems Co., Ltd. ... Continue reading
Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure Doubles Annual Revenue
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 30 -- The Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure (BULLETIN BOARD: DJRT) announced today that the 10K, audited year-end financials, report a double in annual revenues for the company from $663,000 in 2002 to $1,297,000 in 2003. An even more impressive improvement for the company came in gross profit margin ... Continue reading
Auto Parts Maker Hayes Lemmerz' Indiana Operations Halted Due to Explosion
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Oct. 30 -- Hayes Lemmerz International (BULLETIN BOARD: HAYZ) Huntington Operations in Indiana has been shut down temporarily due to an explosion on October 29, 2003, at approximately 8:00 p.m. that resulted in three injuries, including one fatality. All employees were evacuated from the facility and ... Continue reading
Dealer Group Asbury Automotive Reports Third Quarter Financial Results
Reports Net Income from Continuing Operations of $0.53 Per Share STAMFORD, Conn., Oct. 30 -- Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. , one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., today reported financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003. Net income from continuing ... Continue reading
Nissan To Recall 2.56 Million Autos Worldwide
TOKYO October 30, 2003; Yoshio Takahashi writing for Dow Jones reported that Nissan Motor Co. plans to recall a total of 2.56 million vehicles sold in Japan and overseas due to faults in the engines, the automaker said Thursday. The firm expects to book a Y15 billion-Y16 billion recall charge this fiscal year through M ... Continue reading
MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 30 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has announced the appointment of Joseph Kurp to general manager of the company's Chicago region, effective immediately. In his new position, Kurp will manage and direct regional staff and the sales and service field organization to support dealers in the Chicago regi ... Continue reading
Featherlite Posts Third-Quarter Earnings
CRESCO, Iowa--Oct. 30, 2003--Featherlite, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and marketer of specialty aluminum trailers and luxury motorcoaches, today reported net income of $467,000 on sales of $45.7 million for the third quarter of 2003, which ended September 30th. This compares with net income of $753,000, which include ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors To Suspend US Output Capacity Increase
TOKYO October 30, 2003; Yoshio Takahashi writing for Dow Jones reported that Mitsubishi Motors Corp. has decided to suspend a plan to increase production capacity in the U.S. as the Japanese automaker focuses on restoring sales volumes in the world's largest automarket. Mitsubishi Motors said today that it will suspend ... Continue reading
Nissan Confirms It Plans To Recall 1.02 Million Cars
Thursday 12:43 am ET TOKYO October 30, 2003; Dow Jones reported that Nissan Motor Co. plans to recall a total of 2.56 million vehicles sold in Japan and overseas due to faults in the engines, the automaker said Thursday. The firm expects to book a Y15 billion-Y16 billion recall charge this fiscal year through March, bu ... Continue reading
IntelliChoice Announces Award-Winning Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Programs
Jaguar and Honda Top the List for Program Quality ANAHEIM, Calif., Oct. 29 -- PRIMEDIA's IntelliChoice announced today the winners of the fifth annual ranking of certified pre-owned vehicle programs. The list of winners reveals that manufacturers are responding to consumers' desire for quality pre-owned cars. Overall, ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich., 29 de octubre /PR Newswire/ -- La planta de fabricación de Oxford Automotive, Inc. en Silao, México obtuvo el Certificado de Seguridad Industrial (Safe Industry Certificate), del Ministerio Federal del Trabajo de México el 11 de octubre. Este certificado se concede a las plantas en la región que han lo ... Continue reading
ALPS Commences Mass Production of Batteryless Tire Pressure Monitoring System
TOKYO--Oct. 30, 2003--ALPS Electric (incorporated in Japan/President: Masataka Kataoka) and IQ-mobil GmbH (incorporated in Germany/President: Anton Mangold) in May 2003 entered into an exclusive worldwide licensing contract involving technology and patents owned by IQ-mobil. Under the terms of this contract, ALPS will ... Continue reading
DENSO Nombrado Proveedor 'Preferido' (Preferred) de Sensores de Oxígeno por Parts Plus
LONG BEACH, California, 29 de octubre /PR Newswire/ -- DENSO Sales California, Inc., anuncia con orgullo su designación como distribuidor 'Preferred' de sensores de oxígeno por parte de Parts Plus. "Estamos extremamente honrados de recibir el voto 'Preferred' por parte de la membresía de Parts Plus. Consideramos a P ... Continue reading
Encouraging the use of public transport: Essential to an effective Road Safety Action Programme
Brussels, October 29 -- - EU Committee of International Association of Public Transport (UITP) "astonished" that Commission's Communication on Road Safety includes no reference to public transport In June this year the European Commission adopted a Communication on a European Road Safety Action Programme, which aims to ... Continue reading
Volkswagen AG: Interim Report January-September 2003
WOLFSBURG, Germany--Oct. 29, 2003-- January-September 2003 2002 +/- (%) ----------------------------------------------------------- ------- Volkswagen Group Deliveries to customers '000 units 3,710 3,756 - 1.2 Unit sales '000 units 3,705 3,731 - 0.7 Production '000 units 3,742 3,778 - 1.0 Sales revenue million EUR 64,1 ... Continue reading
2004 International CES Adds New Events to Make It the World's Largest Mobile Electronics Showcase
ARLINGTON, Va.--Oct. 29, 2003-- Aftermarket Automotive Showcase, Installer Training, Show Car Displays and Drives Highlight New Events for Mobile Electronics Industry at CES If you are looking to see the latest in GPS, telematics, mobile entertainment, car audio, satellite radio or security - the 2004 International CES ... Continue reading
AAA Offers Strategies to Protect Vehicles From Pothole Damage
MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 29 -- With winter on the way, AAA warns motorists that potholes have the potential to damage a vehicle's suspension components and create costly repairs. "Hitting even one severe pothole could alter wheel alignment, affect vehicle handling and cause uneven tire wear," says Gary Klopp, Director of AAA ... Continue reading
AAA Texas: Bring the Mother Road Home With New Route 66 Wall Calendar for 2004
-- AAA Texas is offering a chance to bring the Mother Road right into your home with its new AAA Route 66 wall calendar for 2004. Available at AAA Texas offices and retail bookstores, "Route 66: The Mother Road 2004 Calendar" displays authentic sights of roadside America. You can reach the story directly by going to ht ... Continue reading
Alcan Appoints Ewing as First General Manager of New Automotive Structures Business
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich.--Oct. 29, 2003--Dale F. Ewing has been appointed general manager, Automotive Structures North America, for Alcan Automotive. In this new position, Ewing will be responsible for Alcan's growth as a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier of lightweight structural products for the North American automotive mar ... Continue reading
Allied Holdings Reports Improved Third Quarter Results
DECATUR, Ga., Oct. 29 -- Allied Holdings, Inc. (AMEX:AHI) today reported improved results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2003. The Company reported revenues of $197.1 million in the third quarter of 2003, versus revenues of $213.0 million in the third quarter last year, a decline of $15.9 million or 7.5 perc ... Continue reading
Avis Sponsorship of The ING New York City Marathon Proves 'It's About The Drive'
'We Try Harder' Awards for Athletes with Disabilities and Consumer Promotion Highlight Avis' First Year as Official Rental Car of the ING New York City Marathon PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 29 -- Avis Rent A Car System, Inc. today announced that it will broaden its support of this year's ING New York City Marathon. In its fi ... Continue reading
Ballard Reports Solid Third Quarter 2003 Results
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Oct. 29, 2003--Ballard Power Systems (TSX:BLD) today reported its financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2003. All amounts are reported in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted. Ballard's revenue in the third quarter ending September 30, 2003 was $28.2 million, up slight ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Oct. 29 -- Budco, the Highland Park based marketing and distribution company, announced that it has signed an agreement today with Pareto Corporation, Toronto, Ontario to form a company in Canada. The new company, Pareto Dialogue, Inc., will provide warehousing and fulfillment services in the Canadian marketpl ... Continue reading
Cadpo and Cosworth Racing Expand Relationship Through Training and i.get.it eLearning Program
WESTMINSTER, Colo., Oct. 29 -- Cadpo announces an expanded training relationship with Cosworth Racing Limited. Cosworth Racing designs, develops and produces racing engines for a variety of motorsport activities. Cadpo provides the MCAD/PLM industry standard in vendor neutral eLearning, training and engineering service ... Continue reading
COSTA MESA, Calif.--Oct. 29, 2003--Ceradyne, Inc. today reported results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003. Sales for the third quarter 2003 rose 89.1% to a record $27.0 million from $14.3 million in the third quarter of 2002. Net income for the third quarter 2003 increased to a record $3.3 ... Continue reading
Cirrus Logic Aligns Video Recording Resources; Further Reduction in Operating Costs
AUSTIN, Texas--Oct. 29, 2003--Cirrus Logic Inc. today announced that it has curtailed further investment in R&D for standalone DVD players and will reduce headcount by 24 positions in Broomfield, Colo., over the course of its third fiscal quarter. As a result of this action, the company expects to reduce its annual R&D ... Continue reading
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Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Reports Third Quarter Earnings
Company Benefits From Growth Strategy; Continues Aggressive Acquisition Plan TULSA, Okla., Oct. 29 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today reported results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2003. Total revenue for the 2003 third quarter was $370.5 million, a 9.7 percent increase over the 2002 third quart ... Continue reading
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine--Oct. 29, 2003--Fairchild Semiconductor , a leading supplier of high performance products that optimize system power for multiple end markets, today announced it has entered into sale of equipment and product supply agreements with Lite-On Technology Corporation of Taiwan, R.O.C.. The equipment tr ... Continue reading
LAKE MARY, Fla., Oct. 29 -- FARO Technologies, Inc. today reported its fifth consecutive profitable quarter, exceeding its targeted range of sales and earnings, fueled by an increase in sales and a reduction of operating expenses as a percentage of sales. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000522/FLM035LOGO ) ... Continue reading
FCS Control Systems Acquires COM Division of Enprotech Corp.
NOVI, Mich.--Oct. 29, 2003--FCS Control Systems B.V., a Netherlands based company acquires COM, an Ann Arbor based division of Enprotech Corp., effective Friday, October 31st, 2003. This news was announced by FCS COM, Inc. a newly formed subsidiary of FCS Control Systems, at the North American Testing Expo 2003. With t ... Continue reading
Fitch Ratings Issues Presale Report on Hyundai Auto Receivables Trust 2003-A
NEW YORK--Oct. 29, 2003--Fitch Ratings has issued a presale report on Hyundai Auto Receivables Trust 2003-A discussing the rating analysis behind Fitch Ratings' expected 'F1+' rating on the class A-1 notes, 'AAA' rating on the class A-2 through A-4 notes, 'AA' rating on the class B notes, 'A+' rating on the class C not ... Continue reading
Flying Lizard - new sports-car team
Flying Lizard Motorsports will make its sports-car racing debut on Nov. 1, competing in the Rolex Sports Car Series season finale at Daytona International Speedway. The race will give the California team a headstart on its 2004 season, which will include both American Le Mans Series and Rolex Series races. The name and ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich.--Oct. 29, 2003-- GlobalAutoIndustry.com and Rosetta Stone have partnered to offer the global automotive community the fastest way to learn new languages. Rosetta Stone's interactive software is now available through the GlobalAutoIndustry.com Online Language Learning Center, on the company's Web site. Roset ... Continue reading
Gran Turismo(R)4 Awards Honor Automotive Excellence and Celebrate Car Culture
Winner to Receive Honor of Having Their Vehicle Inserted into the Highly Anticipated Gran Turismo(R)4 Racing Simulator for PlayStation(R)2 Tuesday, November 4 - 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM Ghostbar at Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas WHO: Automobile industry's best cars, most accomplished designers, famed Gran Turismo creator, Ka ... Continue reading
Group Calls for Increased Worker, Consumer Protection at Spray-On Bedliner Businesses
CAIR Warns of Potentially Serious Health Effects Related to Application of Spray-On Truck Bedliners CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio, Oct. 29 -- A non-profit group established to monitor health and safety issues associated with the use of potentially hazardous chemicals has issued a nationwide warning to businesses that apply spra ... Continue reading
Hideaki Ninomiya Named Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. President
HOUSTON, Oct. 29 -- Mitsubishi Caterpillar Forklift America Inc. ("MCFA"), a Houston-based forklift manufacturing company, announces the appointment of Hideaki Ninomiya as President. Mr. Ninomiya has a strong combination of financial background and more than 15 years of experience in the material handling industry with ... Continue reading
Honda Debuts Automotive Safety Research Facility in Ohio
Honda Expands Global Safety Research Capabilities With New Collision Test Facility RAYMOND, Ohio, Oct. 29 -- Honda R&D Americas, Inc., today debuted an all-new Automotive Safety Research Facility that features seven advanced safety testing laboratories, including the world's most sophisticated high-resolution crash bar ... Continue reading
ANAHEIM, Calif.--Oct. 29, 2003--For its second quarter ended Sept. 30, 2003, Iteris Holdings Inc., formerly known as Odetics Inc. (OTC BB:ITRSA) & (OTC BB:ITRSB) today reported operating income from continuing operations of $368,000 compared to operating income of $11,000 reported in the second quarter of the previous ... Continue reading
Legacy Auto Glass Selects eDirectGlass to Provide Claims Management System
Automotive Glass Claims Software Leader to Boost Productivity and Revenue SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 29 -- AMJ Logistics, Inc. announced today an agreement to provide the Internet-based eDirectGlass Claims Manager, Total Shop Management and Mobile automotive glass claims platform for Legacy Auto Glass nationwide repair an ... Continue reading
Michigan Custom Machines Introduces Programmable Fuel Injection Module at Testing Expo 2003
NOVI, Mich., Oct. 29 -- Michigan Custom Machines (MCM) today introduced the first Programmable Fuel Injection Module (PFIM) prototype to the testing industry. The PFIM is designed to test diesel fuel injector systems for passenger and commercial vehicles. Specifically, it takes the place of an engine controller in test ... Continue reading
Designated Driver Program Offers Responsible Alternative MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 29 -- "Responsibility Has Its Rewards" is the message to Minnesota fans as the Minnesota Vikings, Centerplate, the NFL, and the TEAM Coalition join forces to get the word out to fans about the importance of responsible drinking and always using ... Continue reading
MTS Introduces Two Software Products for the Automotive Safety Engineering Market
Safepass(TM) 201 and Safedesign(TM) Insight improve product development productivity by automating test setup process and synchronizing CAE models with test data Ford uses Safepass 201 to automate and eliminate days from the FMVSS201 certification process; Safedesign Insight revolutionizes how test and CAE models are c ... Continue reading
New Version of ANSYS CAE Simulation Suite Delivers an Enterprise Solution for Multiphysics Analysis
New ANSYS 8.0 Features Advanced Multiphysics Solver, Parallel Performance Enhancements and More Automated Simulation Capabilities SOUTHPOINTE, Pa., Oct. 29 -- ANSYS, Inc. , a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced ANSYS 8.0, the lates ... Continue reading
New WRI Study Documents Competitive Re-Alignment In Global Auto Industry
WASHINGTON--Oct. 29, 2003--World Resources Institute (WRI) WHAT: The World Resources Institute (WRI) and Sustainable Asset Management (SAM) release a new study, Changing Drivers: The Impact of Climate Change on Competitiveness and Value Creation in the Automotive Industry. The new report examines how the value of the w ... Continue reading
Nissan Auto Lease Trust 2003-A Rated 'F1+/AAA' by Fitch
NEW YORK--Oct. 29, 2003--Nissan Auto Lease Trust 2003-A $240.3 million asset-backed class A-1 notes are rated 'F1+' and the $277.0 million asset-backed class A-2 notes, $379.95 million asset-backed class A-3a notes, and $342.45 million asset-backed class A-3b notes are rated 'AAA' by Fitch. The notes are backed by bene ... Continue reading
Oxford Automotive Silao Plant Awarded Safety Certificate From Mexican Federal Ministry of Labor
TROY, Mich., Oct. 29 -- Oxford Automotive, Inc.'s manufacturing plant in Silao, Mexico was awarded the Safe Industry Certificate from the Mexican Federal Ministry of Labor on Oct. 11. This certificate is awarded to plants in the region that have achieved target compliance in areas such as fire prevention, equipment han ... Continue reading
Pacer International Reports 3rd Quarter Results
CONCORD, Calif.--Oct. 29, 2003--Pacer International, Inc. , the non-asset based North American third-party logistics and freight transportation provider, today reported financial results for the three- and nine-month periods ended September 19, 2003. For the quarter ended September 19, 2003, adjusted net income, which ... Continue reading
BOLINGBROOK, Ill.--Oct. 29, 2003--RC2 Corporation , formerly Racing Champions Ertl Corporation, today announced its results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2003. Net income increased by 63.0% to $16.2 million or $0.89 per diluted share in the 2003 third quarter as compared with $9.9 million or ... Continue reading
SIRIUS Satellite Radio to be Featured in New Dodge Durango
SIRIUS to be Available as Factory Installed Option on All New Durango SUVs NEW YORK, Oct. 29 -- SIRIUS , known for delivering the very best in commercial-free music and premium broadcast entertainment to cars and homes across the country, today announced that DaimlerChrysler's all new 2004 Dodge Durango will feature SI ... Continue reading
SmarTire Announces International Tradeshow Schedule
Specialty and general interest shows provide forum for increased international exposure OTCBB: SMTR RICHMOND, BC, Oct. 29 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (OTCBB: SMTR) announced today its tradeshow schedule and activities as follows: - Attendance at the 2003 Tokyo Motor Show, Oct 24-Nov. 5. The Tokyo Motor Show is Asia's larg ... Continue reading
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Announces Schedule for Quarterly Release and Conference Call
NEW YORK--Oct. 29, 2003--Standard Motor Products, Inc. automotive replacement parts manufacturer and distributor, is scheduled to report its earnings for the three months ended September 30, 2003 on Thursday, October 30, 2003 after the close of the stock market. Management will hold a conference call at 11:00 AM, Easte ... Continue reading
Surface Tech Inc. Continues Rapid Expansion
IRVINE, Calif.--Oct. 29, 2003--Surface Tech Inc. (Pink Sheets:SFCI) announced today that it has added 14 new cities where it now provides alloy wheel repair. Consequently, SFCI now has 125 licensed technicians using the company's process in 35 states in the United States and internationally in Canada and Australia. Thi ... Continue reading
Thrilling Match Racing Final in Bermuda Gold Cup
ORACLE BMW Racing Finishes Second AUCKLAND, New Zealand and MUNICH, Germany, Oct. 29 -- Winds gusting up to 24 knots, tight turning maneuvers and a winner who only gained victory in the fifth and decisive race. Match racing fans certainly got their money's worth at the final of the Bermuda Gold Cup in Hamilton harbor ( ... Continue reading
UQM Technologies Reports Second Quarter and First Half Operating Results
FREDERICK, Colo., Oct. 29 -- UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, today reported operating results for the quarter and six months ended September 30, 2003. Net loss for the second quarter was $1,001,981 or $0.05 per common share on total revenue of $1,857,094 versus a net ... Continue reading
Visteon Employee Honored by Shanghai Government
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 29 -- Steve Meszaros, general manager of Yanfeng Visteon Automotive Trim Systems Co., Ltd., a joint venture of Visteon Corporation , recently received the Magnolia Award from the Shanghai Municipal Government. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001201/DEF008LOGO ) The Magnolia Award was ... Continue reading
DULLES, Va.--Oct. 29, 2003--America Online, the world's leading interactive services company, today announced that Volvo Cars of North America has been named as AOL's featured online safety partner. Through that partnership, Volvo will receive prominent promotions and branding across AOL's safety, privacy, and security ... Continue reading
Jaguar Select Edition Captures Esteemed IntelliChoice Award for Fourth Year
ANAHEIM, Calif., Oct. 29 -- For the fourth time in five years, Jaguar Select Edition has clinched the IntelliChoice award for Best Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program in the luxury class segment. The honor was presented today among manufacturer vehicle announcements at the 2003 Anaheim Auto Show. IntelliChoice Inc. spe ... Continue reading
SAE Launches Second 'TechKnowledge Center'
WARRENDALE, Pa., Oct. 29 -- SAE International (Society of Automotive Engineers) has launched the "Powertrain TechKnowledge Center," the second product in the SAE TechKnowledge Center series. This is one of several planned enterprise technical publications that help to shorten the gap between information and knowledge. ... Continue reading
Motor Trend Names Volkswagen Touareg 2004 Sport/Utility of the Year
VW Wins Prestigious Honor from Field of 13 Contenders ANAHEIM, Calif., Oct. 29 -- MOTOR TREND, the world's number one automotive authority and part of the PRIMEDIA Consumer Automotive Group, today announced the selection of the Volkswagen Touareg as MOTOR TREND's 2004 Sport/Utility of the Year. "We are delighted to rec ... Continue reading
Brüssel, October 29 -- - EU-Ausschuss der International Association of Public Transport (UITP) "verwundert", dass Kommissionskommuniqué zur Straßenverkehrssicherheit (Communication on Road Safety) öffentliche Verkehrsmittel nicht erwähnt Im Juni dieses Jahres verabschiedete die Europäische Kommission ein Kommuniq ... Continue reading
Challenges in Fuel Pump Aftermarket Requires Collaboration Among Competitors
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Oct. 29, 2003--As the trend in the North American fuel pump aftermarket increasingly moves toward electric fuel pump modules, companies are finding themselves forced to contend with a host of related challenges in terms of manufacturing costs and complexity. New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (www.tr ... Continue reading
SAN DIEGO--Oct. 29, 2003--Residents of areas located in the path of the smoke and ash pouring from wildfires in San Diego and San Bernardino counties have been warned to avoid breathing outdoors because of health risks from the ultra-fine particles. People also need to realize that when they drive through that same smo ... Continue reading
American Honda Announces 2004 Supercross/Motocross/Arenacross Teams
10/29/03 For Immediate Release Experience, Talent And New Machinery Highlight 2004 Honda Red Riders TORRANCE, Calif. - After successfully defending the 250 Supercross crown and once again dominating the AMA 250 Motocross Championship series, the Honda Red Riders are ending another prosperous year by gearing up for the ... Continue reading
Dover Motorsports, Inc. Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend
DOVER, Del., Oct. 29 -- Dover Motorsports, Inc. Board of Directors today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on both classes of common stock of $.01 per share. The dividend will be payable on December 10, 2003 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 10, 2003. Dover Motorsports, Inc. is a l ... Continue reading
All-New 2004 Infiniti QX56 Revealed
Infiniti, the luxury division of Nissan North America, Inc., officially announced the name of its all-new full-size sport utility vehicle - the Infiniti QX56. Designed to provide luxury on a grand scale, the eight-passenger QX56 features progressive styling, advanced technology, a powerful 5.6-liter DOHC 32-valve V8 en ... Continue reading
ANAHEIM, Calif., Oct. 29 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced a base price of $64,600 for its highly anticipated luxury sedan -- the Phaeton -- at the car's North American debut at the California International Auto Show. The all-new Volkswagen Phaeton is the brand's first entry into the high- end of the Germa ... Continue reading
Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2003 Results
Continued Strong Cash Flow, Earnings Impacted by Restructuring Costs CHICAGO, Oct. 29 -- Sauer-Danfoss Inc. today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 28, 2003. THIRD QUARTER REVIEW Third Quarter Earnings Impacted by Restructuring Costs For the third quarter 2003, the Company reported a ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts Reports Record Third Quarter Results
Declares a Two-for-One Stock Split in the Form of a Dividend ROANOKE, Va., Oct. 29 -- Advance Auto Parts, Inc. today announced it achieved strong third quarter results. The highlights of the quarter include: * Achieving a comparable store sales gain of 3.1% on top of 5.5% last year. * Generating a gross margin increase ... Continue reading
U-Haul Offers 30 Days Free Storage to Southern California Fire Victims
PHOENIX, Oct. 29 -- U-Haul announced today that it has expanded its 30-day free self-storage offer to families affected by recent fires throughout Southern California. Free storage is now being offered at an additional 20 U-Haul Moving and Storage Centers on an as-available basis. Families needing more information abou ... Continue reading
CSK Auto Corp. Announces Addition of Marketing VP; Jim Schoenberger Named Vice President - Marketing
PHOENIX--Oct. 29, 2003--CSK Auto Corp. announced the appointment of Jim Schoenberger as vice president of marketing. Schoenberger brings more than 30 years' experience in the advertising and marketing industries to CSK including extensive involvement in the automotive aftermarket, working with both retailers and manufa ... Continue reading
DENSO Named 'Preferred' Vendor for Oxygen Sensors by Parts Plus
LONG BEACH, Calif., Oct. 29 -- DENSO Sales California, Inc. proudly announces receiving from Parts Plus, "Preferred" vendor designation for oxygen sensors. "We are extremely honored to receive the 'Preferred' vote from the membership of Parts Plus. We view Parts Plus as a strategic partner for DENSO. They focus on the ... Continue reading
$1 Million Contributed to California Fire Relief By Toyota
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 29 -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., today donated $1,000,000 to the American Red Cross. The contribution was earmarked for relief efforts in the fire-ravaged counties of San Diego, San Bernardino, Los Angeles and Ventura. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030501/TOYLOGO ) "The rece ... Continue reading
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