AutoZone to Release First Quarter Earnings on December 8
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Nov. 30 -- AutoZone , the nation's leading auto parts retailer, will release results for its first quarter ended November 20, 2004, before market open on Wednesday, December 8, 2004. Additionally, the Company will host a one hour conference call on Wednesday, December 8, 2004, beginning at 10:00 a.m. (E ... Continue reading
National Guard Troops and Their Families to Benefit From Giving Trees at G.I. Joe's
WILSONVILLE, Ore., Nov. 30 -- In past years, Giving Trees were always the way that G.I. Joe's involved their stores and their customers in helping others. This year the trees at G.I. Joe's carry wish list items for National Guard Members on active duty as well as items to help their families here at home. Norm Daniels, ... Continue reading
ZAP Announces 100-Unit Block Purchase Order for SMART Car
SEBASTOPOL, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Automotive technology pioneer ZAP (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAPZ) announced today that, based on interest generated at the San Francisco International Auto Show last week, it has received a 100-unit block purchase order from a U.S. automotive dealer. ZAP will not announce the name of the dealer un ... Continue reading
Capitalizing on Rich Motor Heritage, UMI Wins Their Fourth Baja Race SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Nov. 30 -- UMI Racing is proud to announce that their team of Mark Miller and Ryan Arciero, won first place in the Trophy Truck Series at the 37th Annual Tecate Score Baja 1000 road race held November 17 through 20. Miller and Arcie ... Continue reading
Redatores de Negócios TAMPA, Flórida --(BUSINESS WIRE LATIN AMERICA)--30 de novembro de 2004-- A Hybrid Fuel Systems Inc. (OTCBB:HYFS) ("Companhia" ou "Hybrid") anunciou que a NASD aprovou a solicitação da U.S. Capital Partners Inc. para negociar as ações da companhia na Over-The-Counter Bulletin Boar ... Continue reading
Save The World Air Invited to United Nations Environmental Forum
Erin Brockovich to Address Inter-Governmental Meeting in Bali, Indonesia LOS ANGELES, Nov. 30 -- Save The World Air, Inc., today announced that the company has been invited to participate in a conference of high-level government officials and environmental experts organized by the United Nations Environmental Programme ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Toyota's comprehensive family of sport utility vehicles (SUV) will offer a vast array of improvements and refinements for the 2005 model year. Most notably, the nimble RAV4, the smooth-riding Highlander, the full-capability 4Runner, the full-size Sequoia and the legendary Land Cruiser featu ... Continue reading
42nd Annual National RVIA : Fleetwood RV Debuts 2005 Pace Arrow With 23' Slide-Out
SpacePlus(TM) Environment Accentuates Residential Luxury in Popular Class A Motor Home RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Fleetwood RV, a leading producer of recreational vehicles, revealed its spacious 2005 Pace Arrow full-wall-slide floor plan at the 42nd Annual National RVIA tradeshow in Louisville, KY, November 30 -- De ... Continue reading
Aerodynamic Styling and Lightweight Design Appeals to New Generation of RV Buyers RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Fleetwood RV, a leading producer of recreational vehicles, unveiled its new 2005 Pegasus and Orbit lightweight trailers. These innovative new travel trailers and fifth wheels are featured highlights at the 42 ... Continue reading
42nd Annual National RVIA: Fleetwood RV Introduces Revolutionary Jamboree GTX and Tioga SLX
Partnership With BMW DesignworksUSA Team Brings Unprecedented Style to the Class C Market RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Fleetwood RV, a leading producer of recreational vehicles, has collaborated with the BMW Group DesignworksUSA to introduce its revolutionary Jamboree GTX and Tioga SLX Class C motor homes. The innovat ... Continue reading
National RV Trade Show: Fleetwood RV Launches New ASV Line of Folding Trailers
Heavy-Duty Components and Innovative ASV Styling Are Key Features on 2005 Scorpion and Evolution Models RIVERSIDE, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Fleetwood RV, a leading producer of recreational vehicles, debuted its 2005 line of folding trailers including the 2005 Scorpion and Evolution. These exciting new folding trailer additio ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Completes Sale of Automotive Aftermarket Businesses
TOLEDO, Ohio, Nov. 30 -- Dana Corporation announced today that it has completed the sale of its automotive aftermarket businesses to Affinia Group Inc., an affiliate of The Cypress Group, for approximately $1 billion, including roughly $950 million in cash and a seller's note with a face value of $74.5 million. (Logo: ... Continue reading
Car Review: 2005 Lincoln Navigator 2WD
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS</ b> MODEL: </ b> Lincoln Navigator 2WD ENGINE: </ b> 5.4-liter V8 HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: </ b> 300 hp @ 5,000 rpm/355 lb.-ft. @ 2,750 rpm TRANSMISSION: </ b> 4-speed automatic WHEELBASE: </ b> 118.8 in. LENGTH x WIDTH x HEIGHT: </ b> 206.0 x 80.2 x 77.8 in. TIRES: </ b> P275/65R ... Continue reading
Auto Recall Efforts Under Scrutiny, Officials Looking for Better Way to Ensure Repairs
WASHINGTON November 30, 2004; Dee-Ann Durbin writing for the AP reported that Timothy Michaud died last May after falling from the tailgate of a Chevrolet pickup and suffering severe head injuries. The 19-year-old from Maine never knew that General Motors Corp. had recalled the pickup two months earlier because the tai ... Continue reading
WhereNet and Cisco Sign Solutions Technology Integrator Agreement
Leading Active RFID/Real-Time Locating System Solutions Provider and Networking Leader Help Each Other Expand Key Vertical Markets SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 30 -- WhereNet Corp., the leader of wireless solutions for tracking and managing enterprise assets, announced today it has signed a solutions technology integrator ... Continue reading
Adams Harkness Technology Trends: Design-for-Manufacturing
--Adams Harkness, Inc. THE EVENT: Conference for semiconductor executives and investors interested in design-for-manufacturing (DFM), sponsored and hosted by Adams Harkness, Inc. "Adams Harkness Technology Trends: Design for Manufacturing Conference" WHEN: December 14, 2004, 8am-4pm PST WHERE: Hyatt Regency, 5 Embarcad ... Continue reading
4CS Licenses iWarranty Software to International Truck Corporation
EAST MOLINE, Ill., Nov. 30 -- 4CS, a leading provider of intelligent warranty software applications, today announced that its iWarranty software has been licensed to International Truck and Engine Corporation. 4CS said that International will use iWarranty software to help manage their extended warranty and service con ... Continue reading
Car Sound Deploys IFS Business Software to Support Manufacturing of Aftermarket Automotive Products
CHICAGO, Nov. 30 -- IFS announced today that Car Sound Exhaust System, Inc., a leading manufacturer of aftermarket catalytic converter and performance exhaust systems, has deployed IFS Applications(TM) business software. Car Sound is using IFS' supply chain management, financial, and engineering applications at its hea ... Continue reading
David Reed Joins Phoenix Group as Board Advisor
DALLAS--Nov. 30, 2004-- Ernst & Young Senior Vice Chairman, Retired, Brings Significant Experience Working with Technology and Financial Services Companies The Phoenix Group (Pink Sheets:PXGC) today announced the addition of David Reed as an advisor to the board of directors. Reed, a former senior vice chairman with Er ... Continue reading
DVS Korea Receives Contract for Aftermarket Sales License Covering Asia/Pacific and Africa Regions
PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Digital Video Systems, Inc., or DVS, , a global leader in DVD technologies, today announced that its subsidiary DVS Korea (DVSK) has received a contract to sell Visteon's Dockable Family Entertainment System(TM) to the automotive aftermarket in the Asia/Pacific and Africa regions. This con ... Continue reading
RIVERSIDE, Calif.--Nov. 30, 2004--Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. , one of the nation's leading manufacturers of recreational vehicles and a leading producer and retailer of manufactured housing, announced it will release its financial results for the fiscal 2005 second quarter on Friday, December 3, 2004, after market clo ... Continue reading
Goodyear to Sell Stake in Indonesian Rubber Plantation
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 30 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced today that it has entered into an agreement in principle to sell the company's 95 percent stake in Goodyear Sumatra Plantations (GSP) to Bridgestone Corporation of Japan. Terms of the pending sale were not disclosed. Goodyear said its decision to sell ... Continue reading
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--Nov. 30, 2004-- Curomax and IDS electronically connect RV and marine dealers with lending institutions Curomax Limited, a leader in dealer finance e-commerce solutions and the originator of the premier multi-asset finance portal in North America, and Raleigh, N.C.-based Integrated Dealer Systems (IDS), ... Continue reading
Larger-Memory Devices Extend Freescale Semiconductor's MAC7100 Portfolio
AUSTIN, Texas--Nov. 30, 2004-- Emerging Automotive Applications Drive Designers' Need for 32-Bit Microcontroller Options with Increased Memory Size The electronics that drive automotive safety and comfort systems require improved microcontroller (MCU) performance and more on chip memory. Freescale Semiconductor is resp ... Continue reading
Subaru Australia Drives Dealer Productivity Via Plumtree-Powered Dashboard
SAN FRANCISCO--Nov. 30, 2004-- Plumtree Portal Helps Workload Management for Dealers, Streamlines Communications and Provides Tools to Improve Customer Satisfaction Plumtree Software today announced that Subaru Australia has deployed a dashboard application built using the Plumtree Enterprise Web Suite to its network o ... Continue reading
XPEL Technologies Corp. Announces Financial Results
SAN ANTONIO--Nov. 30, 2004--XPEL Technologies Corp. (CNQ:XPEL.U) -- Operating Revenues Increased 35.4% -- Design Access Program Revenues Improved 49.1% Nevada-based XPEL Technologies Corp. (CNQ:XPEL.U) today announced results for the Nine Months and Three Months ended September 30, 2004, as compared to the same periods ... Continue reading
Football Contest a Deciding Factor in Lexus Gauntlet Trophy Winner
Game Worth Critical 10 points in USC-UCLA Head-to-Head Competition LOS ANGELES, Nov. 30 -- The annual USC and UCLA football match up on Dec. 4 marks a critical game in the head-to-head competition as football is the root of this cross-town rivalry. With 10 points on the line -- only men's and women's basketball and wom ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Nov. 30, 2004--Automotive engineers now can use the new FlexRay library for LabVIEW from National Instruments to quickly and easily test devices on a FlexRay communications network. The FlexRay library offers a set of 28 virtual instruments (VIs) specifically designed to work with the bus protocol define ... Continue reading
Payless Car Rental Expands Again!; Opens Four Corporate Stores to Service Tampa and Las Vegas
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--Nov. 30, 2004--Florida-based Orlin, Inc., the affiliate of Payless Car Rental System, Inc. that operates corporate-owned locations, announced the opening of Payless Car Rental corporate stores in Las Vegas, Nev. and the relocation of its Tampa operation as part of the company's continued aggressiv ... Continue reading
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 30 -- Offering RV manufacturers an exterior panel that is 20 percent lighter than traditional materials with exceptional durability, Owens Corning Fabwel today introduced the CTEC panel at the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association's National RV Show in Louisville, Ky. The all-composite CTEC pane ... Continue reading
Valence Agrees to Exchange Preferred Stock and Sell $7.5 Million of Common Stock
AUSTIN, Texas--Nov. 30, 2004--Valence Technology, Inc. , a leader in the development and commercialization of Saphion(R) technology, the only safe large format Lithium-ion rechargeable battery technology, today announced it has agreed to exchange its Series C Convertible Preferred Stock for two new classes of Preferred ... Continue reading
IRC Study Finds Medical Costs Driving Up Auto Injury Claims in Three of Four No-Fault States Studied
MALVERN, Pa., Nov. 30 -- A new study by the Insurance Research Council (IRC) finds that claimed losses for auto injuries have escalated at vastly different rates across four states with no-fault auto insurance regulations. From 1997 to 2002, the average amounts that personal injury protection claimants reported for exp ... Continue reading
Visteon Expands Aftermarket Reach in Asia Pacific and Africa
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Nov. 30 -- Visteon Corporation continues to expand its aftermarket operations, establishing new distributor relationships in the Asia-Pacific region and Africa. Digital Video Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq) becomes the first aftermarket distributor of Visteon's Dockable Family Entertainment System(TM) ... Continue reading
Voda to Head Hella's Aftermarket Electronics Division
PEACHTREE CITY, Ga., Nov. 30 -- Joseph Voda has been named national sales/product manager for electronics, at Hella Inc., Hella North America's aftermarket group. Voda will be responsible for development and management of electric and electronic product lines and aftermarket sales support. A 24-year veteran of the auto ... Continue reading
SAN DIEGO--Nov. 30, 2004--DriveCam Video Systems, the leader in knowledge-based systems that improve driving behavior, today announced that Dan Hammang has been named chief financial officer (CFO). Hammang, who has a wealth of knowledge and experience with successful, fast-growing companies, will be responsible for fin ... Continue reading
National RV Trade Show: Spartan Chassis Launches Campaign to Reach Out to Prospective RVers
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 30 -- Spartan Chassis, a subsidiary of Spartan Motors, Inc. , hopes to educate RV shoppers on the importance of their chassis as part of a new marketing campaign launched in conjunction with the 42nd Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Kentucky (Booth #6013). "We are reaching out to all o ... Continue reading
Industry Veteran Zora Ljoljic Named Vice President and General Manager of Endevco Corporation
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Endevco, a leading designer and manufacturer of dynamic instrumentation for vibration, shock and pressure measurement, today announced the addition of Zora Ljoljic as Vice President and General Manager. Ms. Ljoljic will be responsible for a range of key functions within the compa ... Continue reading
National RV Trade Show : Spartan Chassis Unveils New Innovations
Introduces Mid-Engine Chassis to Entry Level Diesel Market LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 30 -- Innovation and premium value, two of Spartan Chassis' defining features, will be unveiled on its latest chassis products at the 42nd Annual National RV Trade Show in Louisville, Kentucky today. Spartan Chassis, a subsidiary of Sparta ... Continue reading
TAMPA, Fla.--Nov. 30, 2004--Hybrid Fuel Systems, Inc., (OTCBB:HYFS) (the "Company" or "Hybrid") today announced the NASD has cleared U. S. Capital Partners, Inc. application to trade the Company's common stock on the over-the-counter bulletin board ("OTCBB"). "This past year has been one of significant progress for Hyb ... Continue reading
Lowrance Reports First Quarter Results; Sales for Seasonally Weakest Quarter Increase 25%
TULSA, Okla.--Nov. 30, 2004--LOWRANCE ELECTRONICS, INC. announced today that the net loss for the fiscal 2005 first quarter ended October 31, 2004 was $1,705,000, or $0.39 per share, compared to a loss of $1,571,000, or $0.42 per share, for the first quarter of fiscal 2004. Net sales increased 25% to $17,475,000, compa ... Continue reading
Bus Industry 'Comes on Board' With Iteris Lane Departure Warning System
- Widespread Adoption of LDW Technology Signifies Importance of Iteris Driver Safety Device - ANAHEIM, Calif., Nov. 30 -- Following the success of its breakthrough Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system in commercial vehicles across the U.S. and Europe, Iteris, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: ITRS) , a leader in the development of ... Continue reading
Delphi Delivers the Hottest 'Must Haves' This Holiday Season
Delphi wish list favorites available at national retailers include Delphi MyFi, Delphi XM Roady2 Personal Audio System and Delphi XM SKYFi2 TROY, Mich., Nov. 30 -- Delphi Corp. , America's leading satellite radio manufacturer, offers consumers the hottest "must have" gift ideas this holiday season including the Delphi ... Continue reading
Third Quarter 2004 Luxury Market Update from Unity Marketing
STEVENS, Pa.--Nov. 30, 2004--Unity Marketing: -- Luxury consumer confidence declines as consumers turn attention homeward, spending less time traveling and dining out and more time redecorating and improving their home environment Luxury consumers' confidence in the economy took a hit in the third quarter with the Luxu ... Continue reading
MBUSA Opens Regional Master Parts Distribution Center
New Warehouse Facility to Bring 150 New Jobs to New Jersey MONTVALE, N.J., Nov. 30 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) held a grand opening today for its newest facility, the 456,128 square-foot Regional Master Parts Distribution Center and office building. MBUSA estimates its new warehouse, located in Mercer County's Washing ... Continue reading
Terion Announces FleetView Product Enhancement -- Active Geofencing
PLANO, Texas--Nov. 30, 2004--Terion, the leading provider of trailer fleet management systems with over 80,000 devices installed, today released the latest enhancement to its FleetView(R) 3 trailer management system. Active Geofencing provides increased visibility and control, resulting in improved operational efficien ... Continue reading
Arizona's Inaugural Route 66 Corvette'N America Road Tour Set for June 2-4, 2005
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz.--Nov. 30, 2004--Circling the Grand Canyon and ending at the Heart of the Mother Road: Route 66 Flagstaff -- this premiere event will combine scenery, history and fun. With invitations going out to over 650 Corvette clubs and 1 million owners nationwide, hundreds of drivers and spectators are expected. ... Continue reading
NowAuto, Inc. Begins Marketing Blitz Against the Competition
PHOENIX, Nov. 30 -- NowAuto, Inc. has begun its marketing blitz to grab market share from its competition for NowAuto's popular no credit check auto financing. NowAuto has taken out half-page and full-page ads in popular car dealer publications. The company has launched an innovative affiliate program for car dealers t ... Continue reading
Daihatsu Mira Gino Mini Car Unveiled
Daihatsu introduced the new generation Mira Gino in Japan. The car which was prewieved as the XL-C at the 2003 Tokyo Motor Show is based on the 6th generation Mira. Its has a unique, cute styling, which harks back to 1960s British minicars, just as it happened with the previous Mira Gino. With a height of 1515 mm, it i ... Continue reading
Renault Reveals New Investment for South Korean Affiliate
SEOUL November 30, 2004; The AP reported that French automaker Renault S.A. said Tuesday that it will invest 600 billion won ($571 million; euro431 million) in its South Korean affiliate over the next three years. The investment will allow Renault Samsung Motors Corp. to produce new gasoline engines jointly developed w ... Continue reading
Letizia Ad Team Announces New Automotive Marketing Division for Dealers
Car Dealership Advertising Expert, Tom Letizia, Expands Letizia Ad Team to Meet Dealers' Needs LAS VEGAS, Nov. 30 -- Letizia Ad Team (LAD) is pleased to announce the recent launch of its Automotive Marketing Group, a new division of LAD, which will focus on creative advertising programs for the automotive industry. LAD ... Continue reading
Largest Mobile Phone Retailer Provides Insight Into Who's Breaching New Driving Law
LONDON, November 30 -- - Drivers in the West Snap up Most Handsfree Kits - But Only so They Can Talk More! - 25% Off All Car Accessories in Bid to Encourage Safer Driving Northern motorists are refusing to hang up on the roads and have bought less in-< than any other region, according to The Carphone Warehouse. Custome ... Continue reading
GM's Diversity Communications Director to Retire
DETROIT November 29, 2004; Andrea Clark, general director of diversity and growth markets communications, will retire on Feb. 1, 2005, after a 30-year career with General Motors to pursue interests in the field of diversity. Until her retirement, Clark will serve as a consultant to GM to provide strategic direction on ... Continue reading
GM, Ford See Weak Sales Plan Production Cuts
DETROIT November 29, 2004; Mochael Ellis writing for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp. and Ford Motor Co. are expected to announce further cuts in vehicle production levels this week as they move to trim inventories of unsold cars and trucks following weak sales, analysts said. GM and Ford are expected to cut ... Continue reading
NASCAR Nextel Cup Champion's Week - Day 1
* Early-morning whirlwind - Kurt Busch makes national television appearances * Tuesday sneak preview - Busch to visit FOX and Friends, FDNY training facility NEW YORK, Nov. 29 -- It's one day down and four to go, but for Kurt Busch (No. 97 Sharpie/IRWIN Tools Ford), a full New York itinerary means nothing but good thin ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor cuts its domestic sales forecast by 27%
Seoul November 30, 2004; The Korea Times reported that Hyundai Motor Co., Korea¡¯s largest carmaker, cut its forecast for domestic sales this year by 27 percent because of weakening demand and rising oil prices. The automaker lowered its forecast for sales at home to 1.1 million units from 1.5 million units in a stat ... Continue reading
LINCOLN BRINGS GAME CHANGING SURPRISES TO SUPER BOWL XXXIX
DEARBORN, Mich. November 30, 2004 - The all-new 2006 Lincoln Mark LT, with its elegance, comfort and uncompromised truck capability, takes Lincoln luxury back to the Super Bowl and to a new segment, the luxury truck market. Mark LT arrives in dealer showrooms this coming spring with a base price of $39,995 and begins i ... Continue reading
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