The 2006 Jeep Commander Earns Top Government Safety Rating from NHTSA - VIDEO ENHANCED STORY
Jeep Commander Is the 11th Vehicle in the All-new Chrysler Group Lineup to Receive Five Stars for Frontal Crash Protection Auburn Hills, MI - March 30, 2006: The 2006 Jeep Commander has received the government's highest rating for frontal-impact crash protection from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( ... Continue reading
Don Walkowicz Named USCAR Executive Director
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 30 -- Donald Walkowicz, veteran automotive executive and twice executive director on-loan to the United States Council for Automotive Research was named to the USCAR executive director post today (March 30) by the USCAR Council. His appointment is effective immediately. Walkowicz, an automotive ... Continue reading
Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach to be Featured at Tuesday's Motor Press Guild Meeting
At the April 4 Motor Press Guild luncheon, Jim Michaelian, president and CEO of the Grand Prix Association of Long Beach, and Les Unger, national motorsports manager for Toyota, will discuss the past, present and future of the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, now in its 32nd year. Michaelian has been involved with the ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--March 30, 2006--Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ) will offer automotive aftermarket professionals the chance to win a beautifully restored and updated 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu during the second annual Federal-Mogul TEC Training Excellence Sweepstakes. Sponsored by the Federal-Mogul Techni ... Continue reading
Volvo Names America's Top Hometown Heroes
Three Winners Announced in Fourth Annual Volvo for life Awards; Celebrity Judges - Including Val Kilmer and Senator Bill Bradley - to Honor Winners at April 12 Volvo for life Awards Ceremony in the Rainbow Room, New York City; One Hero Will Receive a Volvo Car for Life NEW YORK, March 30 -- A Chicago epidemiologist cre ... Continue reading
PORTLAND, Ore.--March 30, 2006--Portland International Raceway and $averCD have teamed up to provide 400,000 Portland/Vancouver consumer households with exciting Lemans and Champ car racing series video previews and discounts for event admissions. $averCD has packaged these and hundreds of other exciting offers on its ... Continue reading
Aisin to Present New Technology Review, State of the Company at 2006 SAE World Congress
What: Aisin World Corp. of America (AWA) 2006 SAE Press Conference When: Monday, April 3, 2006, 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. (refreshments following press conference) Where: AWA Booth #2069 at SAE World Congress, Cobo Conference & Exhibition Center Details: Aisin executives will present an update on the Tier One supplier's glo ... Continue reading
Autocam Corporation Announces Timing of 2005 Earnings Conference Call
KENTWOOD, Mich., March 30 -- The management of Autocam will hold a conference call on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. (Eastern) to discuss the Company's financial results for the year ended December 31, 2005. What: Autocam Corporation 2005 Earnings Conference Call How: 800/238-9007 (U.S.) or 719/457-2622 (Inter ... Continue reading
BOCA RATON, Fla.--March 30, 2006--News of country and western icon Buck Owens' death came as a shock to the staff of Car Kulture DeLuxe, a magazine that focuses on the lifestyle of hot rod car lovers. The April 2006 edition of the magazine, now on sale, features an extensive interview by Melinda Miles, noted feature wr ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Named One of Nation's Top Corporations for Supplier Diversity
- Company cited for outstanding supplier diversity - Over $31 billion spent with minority suppliers LAS VEGAS, March 30 -- Chrysler Group was honored today by DiversityBusiness.com as a Top 50 Corporation for Multicultural Business Opportunities of 2006 at the Sixth Annual DiversityBusiness.com Multicultural Awards Cer ... Continue reading
MIAMI, March 30 -- Cross Lander USA announced today its intent to file a dispute against the country of Romania pursuant to the Bilateral Investment Treaty between Romania and the United States. Cross Lander took this action after coming to the conclusion it had no viable alternative left to protect its interest on the ... Continue reading
WEST PATERSON, N.J.--March 30, 2006--Cytec Industries Inc. announced that it is the first company to qualify for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Sustainable Futures program which includes approval for a shortened regulatory review process for certain new products. As a result, the EPA's Premanufacturin ... Continue reading
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--March 30, 2006--DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , today announced it completed a $75 million upsize to its senior secured second lien term loan due May 2011. In connection with the deal, DURA successfully amended both its existing $150 million senior secured second lien term loan and its $175 mill ... Continue reading
EU Requests WTO Consultations With China on Auto Parts Tariffs
WASHINGTON, March 30 -- The EU has today asked China to participate in consultations at the WTO in Geneva on China's tariff rules on parts for automobiles, which the EU believes are not compatible with China's WTO obligations. The consultations are a procedural step that will allow all parties to clarify legal issues a ... Continue reading
Goodyear Technology Dispels View of Tires as Simply Round, Black
AKRON, Ohio, March 30 -- An unsung consumer product is being raised beyond "commodity status" by The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company , with a series of recent offerings that incorporate unique technologies and performance attributes to match. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) The newest tire f ... Continue reading
Group 1 Automotive Announces Strategic Alliance with ADP Dealer Services
HOUSTON--March 30, 2006--Group 1 Automotive, Inc. , a Fortune 500 automotive retailer, announced today that the Dealer Services Group of Automatic Data Processing Inc. will become Group 1's sole dealership management system ("DMS") provider for its existing stores. Approximately 70 percent of Group 1's stores are curre ... Continue reading
Group 1 Automotive Selects ADP Dealer Services as Sole Technology Systems Provider
Large Automotive Dealership Group to Place All its Stores on ADP's Dealer Management System HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., March 30 -- In an effort to centralize business processes and better service customers, Group 1 Automotive Inc. today announced its decision to place all of its existing automotive dealerships nationwide o ... Continue reading
NOVATO, Calif.--March 30, 2006--iCarMagic, provider of a revolutionary Customer Management System designed specifically for the automotive dealer, proudly announces that they have been named the recipient of the Gold Award in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) category of the Auto Dealer Monthly 2006 Dealers' C ... Continue reading
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., March 30 -- Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation announced today that it will offer a dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan through its transfer agent, American Stock Transfer and Trust Company ("AST"). Plan materials have been mailed to all registered shareholders with enrollment ... Continue reading
Insurance.com Is Rolling Out Two New Auto Insurance Products
CLEVELAND, March 30 -- Insurance.com, the nation's largest online auto insurance agency, announced today the addition of two new products to their online auto insurance quote comparison platform. The first addition to the Insurance.com family is Dimensions from The Hartford. Dimensions, combined with The Hartford's fin ... Continue reading
International Speedway to Host First Quarter Earnings Conference Call
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., March 30 -- International Speedway Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: ISCB) ("ISC") will host a conference call to discuss the Company's fiscal 2006 first quarter and full year earnings on Thursday, April 6, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. To participate, dial (888) 693-3477 five to ten minutes prior to ... Continue reading
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif.--March 30, 2006--Kaiser Aluminum today announced the restatement of operating results for the first nine months of 2005, resulting in a $13.1 million increase in previously reported operating income. The restatement relates to two items: (1) the company's accounting for payments to two voluntary ... Continue reading
Kimi Raikkonen Trades His F1 Car For A Fuel Cell Bus
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on March 30, 2006 at 10:20 AM CST I'm sure you all know Kimi Raikkonen as the insanely talented McLaren Mercedes F1 driver - the man who started the first F1 race of the season in last place on the grid, only to come back and capture the third spot on the podium... but have you ever wond ... Continue reading
Meet Your Future Automotive Logistics Business Partners in China
LONDON, March 30 -- Continuing on the success of last year's conference, the 3rd Automotive Logistics Asia conference will once again take place at The Westin Hotel, Shanghai, China, between 15 - 16 May 2006. For two days, global senior automotive executives will discuss the latest developments in automotive logistics. ... Continue reading
Meridian Automotive Systems Files Plan of Reorganization
ALLEN PARK, Mich.--March 30, 2006--Meridian Automotive Systems, Inc. today announced that it has filed its Plan of Reorganization ("Plan") with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. Now that the Plan has been filed, Meridian will follow the process required by the Bankruptcy Court to obtain a ... Continue reading
MOPAR'S SCELZI TO APPEAR ON SPEED CHANNEL'S 'SPEEDFREAKS TV'
NEWS RELEASE March 30, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TEAM MOPAR CONTACT: Misha Geisert J.R. Thompson Co. (317) 432-4110 _MoparPR@aol.com_ (mailto:MoparPR@aol.com) MOPAR’S SCELZI TO APPEAR ON SPEED CHANNEL’S ‘SPEEDFREAKS’ TV Center Line, Mich. — Team Mopar’s resident “Wild Thi ... Continue reading
News Release: Three EPA Programs Nominated for Government 'Oscars'
News for Release: Thursday, March 30, 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *Three EPA Programs Nominated for Government 'Oscars' *Contact: Roxanne Smith, 202-564-4355 / smith.roxanne@epa.gov (Performance Track only) Dave Ryan, 202-564-4355 / ryan.dave@epa.gov (ECHO database only) Suzanne Ackermann, 202-564-4 ... Continue reading
Ocean Bio-Chem Announces 2005 Year End Financial Results
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--March 30, 2006--Ocean Bio-Chem, Inc. today reported a loss for the calendar year ending December 31, 2005 of $.32 per share (basic) or a net loss of $1,813,193 versus a net profit of $.03 per share (basic) or $134,554 for the comparable 2004 year. Net sales decreased 18.5% or $4,005,109 to approx ... Continue reading
OSRAM SYLVANIA to Discuss Multifunction Use of Halogen Bulbs at 2006 SAE World Congress
DETROIT, March 30 -- OSRAM Applications Principal Scientist Thomas Tessnow will discuss the latest in advanced switching halogen lighting applications during the 2006 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) World Congress. His presentation of a technical white paper titled "Low Power DC and Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) O ... Continue reading
BOYNTON BEACH, Fla.--March 30, 2006-- Test Demonstrates the Need for Fine Filtration as a Deterrent to Premature Engine Wear in Engines Equipped with Latest Emission Standard Devices puraDYN Filter Technologies Incorporated (OTCBB:PFTI) today announced results from a joint test run on the increased efficiency of bypass ... Continue reading
Ricardo Reveals Latest Version of 'WAVE' Software for Automotive Engine Design and Vehicle Systems
VAN BUREN TWP., Mich., March 30 -- Building further on its strength in developing the most advanced computer-aided-engineering (CAE) software, Ricardo plc - one of the world's foremost independent automotive engineering and management consulting firms - announced the release of the latest version of its WAVE engine sim ... Continue reading
SCCA SPEED World Challenge Media Advisory - Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg
MEDIA ADVISORY SCCA Pro Racing SPEED World Challenge Championships SPEED GT and SPEED Touring Car Round Two Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg St. Petersburg, Fla. Contact: Curtis Kitchen, Public Relations Manager (785) 633-7977, ckitchen@scca.com Event/Circuit: Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg 14-turn, 1.8-mile temp ... Continue reading
Construction begins on facility in Tennessee to supply Nissan in Smyrna MT. JULIET, Tenn., March 30 -- Lear Corporation and Tachi-S today announced they have established a third joint venture under a master alliance formed in July, 2003, to support business with Nissan globally. The joint venture, TACLE Seating, U.S.A. ... Continue reading
TTPCom Selects XJTAG System for Debug and Test of BGAs on Wireless Development Platform
CAMBRIDGE, England--March 30, 2006--TTPCom, a world-leading independent supplier of software and silicon intellectual property (IP) for digital wireless terminals, has selected the XJTAG development system as its boundary scan test solution. The XJTAG system enables engineers at TTPCom's headquarters in Cambridge, Engl ... Continue reading
UDEL(R) LTG-2000 polysulfone for temperatures up to 175 degrees C; RADEL(R) LTG-3000 polyethersulfone for temperatures up to 205 degrees C ALPHARETTA, Ga., March 30 -- Automotive lighting designers are almost unanimous in their key expectations for the resins they specify for use in forward lighting applications -- hea ... Continue reading
TAMPA, Fla.--March 30, 2006--US Energy Initiatives ("USEIC" or the "Company") (OTCBB:HYFS), (formerly Hybrid Fuel Systems, Inc.) manufacturer of a patent dual-fuel diesel to natural gas conversion technology today announced USEIC will be featured on MSNBC March 30, 2006 during the EST noon time hour and again during th ... Continue reading
U. S. Steel Conference Call Available on Company Web Site
PITTSBURGH, March 30 -- United States Steel Corporation announced today that interested shareholders, investors and others may listen to the company's first quarter 2006 conference call with securities analysts on Tuesday, April 25, 2006, at 3 p.m. EDT. The call, which will be available via the U. S. Steel web site, wi ... Continue reading
Valeo Receives Quality Recognition From Toyota
PARIS, France, March 30 -- Valeo today announced that it has received two Superior Awards for Quality from Toyota Motor Europe, the highest recognition that Toyota can offer to a supplier. It is the first time that Toyota Motor Europe is giving two Superior Awards for Quality to one supplier. They respectively recogniz ... Continue reading
Valeo Receives Quality Recognition From Toyota
PARIS, March 30 -- Valeo today announced that it has received two Superior Awards for Quality from Toyota Motor Europe, the highest recognition that Toyota can offer to a supplier. It is the first time that Toyota Motor Europe is giving two Superior Awards for Quality to one supplier. They respectively recognize the pe ... Continue reading
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--March 30, 2006--Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT) - Westport Heavy Duty HPDI Available for Commercial Deployment Westport Innovations Inc. a global leader in gaseous-fuelled power technologies, has received California Air Resources Board (CARB) Certification for its High Pressure Direct I ... Continue reading
Stewart, Wallace Claim WIX Filters Lap Leader Awards at Bristol
NEWS RELEASE Contact: Bruce Johnston Ashleigh Lockhart WIX Filters Wray Ward Laseter (704) 869-3383 (704) 926-1314 Bruce.Johnston@affiniagroup.com alockhart@wwlcreative.com Stewart, Wallace Claim WIX Filters Lap Leader Awards at Bristol GASTONIA, N.C. (March 30, 2006) - Drivers Tony Stewart and Steve Wallace won the WI ... Continue reading
EPA Offers Grants for Truck Fuel Conservation
*News Brief *If you need more information on this subject, call the listed Press Officer. For Release: (Washington, D.C. -- Thursday, March 30, 2006) *EPA Offers Grants for Truck Fuel Conservation *Contacts: Roxanne Smith, (202) 564-4355 / smith.roxanne@epa.gov (media only) Paul Bubbosh, (202) 343-9322 / bubbosh.paul@e ... Continue reading
U.S. Army Makes Advancements in Alternative Energy Technologies
DETROIT, March 30 -- The U.S. Army is at the forefront of alternative energy technology transfer advancements that will improve the capability of America's military forces. Working alongside industry and academia research leaders, these technology developments will not only support our Armed Forces, but have unlimited ... Continue reading
Goodyear Adds Fiber to the High-Performance Tire Menu
AKRON, Ohio, March 30 -- Carbon fiber comes to tires in the new Goodyear Eagle(R) featuring ResponsEdge Technology(TM), a product announced today and available to consumers in May. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) With threadlike strands of carbon that are strong and flexible, carbon fiber i ... Continue reading
U.S. Army and Quantum Technologies Unveil the Hydrogen Escape Hybrid
DETROIT, March 30 -- The U.S. Army and Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc., Irvine, Calif., , unveiled a hydrogen-hybrid demonstration vehicle today at the 2006 SAE World Congress in Detroit. Using a Ford Hybrid Escape as the demonstrator platform, the Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engi ... Continue reading
Cummins Westport Secures Order for 278 CNG Engines in Russia
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--March 30, 2006--Cummins Westport Inc. ("CWI"), a leading provider of high-performance alternative fuel engines for the global market, announced that Russian Buses, of Moscow, Russia has ordered 278 Cummins Westport C Gas Plus natural gas (CNG) engines. "This is the first major order of Cumm ... Continue reading
Goodyear Tires Added to List of Carbon Fiber-Enhanced Products
AKRON, Ohio, March 30 -- Consumer tires have been added to the list of applications for carbon fiber with the introduction of the Goodyear Eagle(R) featuring ResponsEdge Technology(TM), a tire available in May for drivers of high-performance touring automobiles. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOG ... Continue reading
The Tag Heuer SLR For Mercedes-Benz Chronograph
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on March 30, 2006 at 10:50 AM CST If you remember back about a month or so we told you about the new Tag Heuer SLR Chronograph, a watch designed to coincide with the aesthetic beauty of the Mercedes-Benz SLR. That watch is today celebrating its premiere at the Baselworld trade fair, and ... Continue reading
NEC Establishes New Structure for Automobile Rechargeable Battery Business
Tokyo, Japan, Mar 30, 2006 - (JCN Newswire) - NEC Corporation (TSE; 6701; US: NIPNY) announced that NEC and Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. will today dissolve NEC Lamilion Energy Ltd., a joint venture of both companies, which develops manganese lithium-ion rechargeable batteries for automobiles. In accordance with the agr ... Continue reading
All-New Lexus Hybrid to Make World Debut at New York International Automobile Show
TORRANCE, Calif., March 30 -- Lexus will unveil its all-new LS luxury hybrid sedan next month at the New York International Automobile Show. Arriving next year, Lexus's hybrid version of the upcoming model-year 2007 LS sedan will introduce impressive new standards in styling, engineering, technology, safety and perform ... Continue reading
Miss America 2006 Jennifer Berry and MADD Team Up to Save Lives by Stopping Drunk Driving and Preventing Underage Drinking Miss America's Platform is a First in Pageant History PHILADELPHIA, March 30 -- Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and The Miss America Organization launched today the national partnership betwee ... Continue reading
Setzer Hopes to Get Back to Winning Ways at Martinsville
FOR RELEASE March 29, 2006 Setzer Hopes to Get Back to Winning Ways at Martinsville Only Repeat Winner at Speedway Hopes to Score First Win of 2006 at His Favorite Track MARTINSVILLE, VA – Ask Dennis Setzer what his favorite track is on the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series circuit and you’ll ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Is the Only Manufacturer Building Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles
* DaimlerChrysler investigates plug-in technology with test fleet * Dodge Sprinter Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) can drive up to 20 miles on electric only power * Industry first PHEV combined with five cylinder diesel for maximum fuel efficiency * Advanced battery research will help future hybrid development A ... Continue reading
OSRAM Opto Semiconductors Lights the Way in Mainstream Automotive Design
DETROIT--March 30, 2006--OSRAM Opto Semiconductors today announced its participation in the upcoming Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) 2006 World Congress. A leader in light-emitting diode (LED) solutions for interior and exterior automotive applications, OSRAM will use this industry-leading forum to highlight the ... Continue reading
Nuance Communications Delivers Speech Technology for Microsoft Automotive Platform
GHENT, Belgium--March 30, 2006-- Nuance Powers Hands-Free Communications and Entertainment Solution for Fiat Auto Group Nuance Communications, Inc. , a global leader in speech and imaging solutions, today announced that Fiat Auto will use Nuance(R) speech technology to produce Blue&Me(TM), a voice-activated in-vehicle ... Continue reading
Texans to Import AC Roadsters from Britain's Oldest Car Maker
DALLAS--March 30, 2006--An agreement between Texas-based Unique Performance and AC Cars Ltd. will officially return genuine sports cars from the historic British marque to North America. As the exclusive distributor of the carbon fiber bodied AC MkV component roadster, Unique Performance will offer a limited number of ... Continue reading
New U.S. Light Truck Economy Standards to Save 10.7 Billion Gallons
New Light Truck Economy Standards to Save 10.7 Billion Gallons of Fuel, Include Largest SUVs for First Time Ever, Transportation Secretary Mineta Announces New fuel economy standards for light trucks will save 10.7 billions of gallons of fuel and include, for the first time ever, the largest sport utility vehicles, Tra ... Continue reading
The 2006 Jeep(R) Commander Earns Top Government Safety Rating from NHTSA
* Jeep(R) Commander is the 11th Vehicle in the All-new Chrysler Group Lineup to Receive Five Stars for Frontal Crash Protection AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 30 -- The 2006 Jeep(R) Commander has received the government's highest rating for frontal-impact crash protection from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra ... Continue reading
Saab BioPower Hybrid Concept: World's First Fossil-free Hybrid Vehicle World Premiere at Stockholm Auto Show Innovative hybrid concept based on pure bioethanol Zero fossil CO2 emissions in all modes 260 hp Saab BioPower engine running on E100 fuel Increased performance with threefold torque boost from electric motors F ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler's Board Approves Smart Restructuring
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on March 30, 2006 at 8:00 AM CST A few days ago we told about DaimlerChrysler's plans to revitalize the smart brand by dropping the troubled smart forfour model. Today in a brief statement, DaimlerChrysler has announced their company's governing bodies have approved the smart restructuri ... Continue reading
Thrifty Car Rental Offers 250 Bonus Miles on Delta With Two-day Rental Made on Thrifty.com
TULSA, Okla., March 30 -- Thrifty Car Rental, a subsidiary of Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. will offer its customers 250 bonus miles with Delta Air Lines(R) effective April 1, 2006 through May 31, 2006. Delta SkyMiles(R) members who rent a compact car or larger vehicle for two days or longer during the promotio ... Continue reading
Truck Fleet Makes Iteris Lane Departure Warning Technology Standard on National
ANAHEIM, Calif.--March 30, 2006--Iteris Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in vision-based technologies and Intelligent Transportation Systems that optimize traffic flow and enhance driver safety, today announced that Prime Inc. (Prime), one of North America's most successful refrigerated, flatbed, and tanker carriers with head ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Gets Mitsubishi's Agreement to End Production of Smart Forfour Model
FRANKFURT, Germany March 30, 2006; The AP reported that DaimlerChrysler AG said Thursday it has taken another step toward ending production of its poor-selling Smart forfour model to concentrate efforts on the more popular fortwo version. The German-American automaker said it and partner Mitsubishi Motors Corp. had agr ... Continue reading
Indy 500 Racing Legend Danny Sullivan at Press Conference at SAE World Congress
PROVO, Utah--March 30, 2006--Raser Technologies, Inc. (NYSE Arca: RZ)("Raser"), a technology licensing company that develops and licenses advanced electric motor, electronic motor drive, power generation and related technologies, announced today that Indianapolis 500 racing legend, Danny Sullivan, will address the pres ... Continue reading
2006 MANN+HUMMEL Exhibit Highlights Technology and Innovation
Technology is the Key Word to Describe the MANN+HUMMEL SAE 2006 World Congress Exhibit - Which Will be on Prominent Display in Booth #1532 at Cobo Hall in Detroit, April 3 - 6 Society of Automotive Engineers - Congress and Exposition - April 3rd - 6th 2006 Cobo Hall, Booth 1532 BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., March 30 -- MANN ... Continue reading
CORNING, New York--30. März 2006--Der Vorstand von Corning Incorporated hat grünes Licht für die Investition von rund 15 Millionen US-Dollar in die Produktion von Katalysatorsubstraten zur Schadstoffreduzierung bei Pkws in China gegeben. Mit der Investition wird Corning die bestehenden Fertigungskapazitäten ... Continue reading
PRESS RELEASE ATTN: Automotive Writers And Editors --------------------------------------------------------------- TK Carsites, Inc. Is Named The Recipient Of The Diamond Award In The Web Site Design Category Of Auto Dealer Monthly 2006 Dealers’ Choice Awards 2006 Dealers' Choice Award Winners For Immedi ... Continue reading
The China Rally Championship 2006 Launched in Jinshan District, Shanghai
SHANGHAI, China, March 30 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Shanghai Jinshan District Government announces that the ''Volkswagen Cup'' Shanghai Jinshan Rally Championship, as part of the China Rally Championship (CRC), was held between March 24-26 in Jinshan District, with a grand opening ceremony on the afternoon of March 24. Th ... Continue reading
Armor Holdings, Inc. Receives $28.5 Million for Up-Armored HMMWV Program
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., March 30 -- Armor Holdings, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and distributor of security products and vehicle armor systems serving military, law enforcement, homeland security and commercial markets, announced today the receipt of orders valued at $28.5 million from the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and A ... Continue reading
KVH's Wins NorthFace Award for Customer Satisfaction
MIDDLETOWN, R.I.--March 30, 2006--The votes are in and the clear winners are KVH Industries' customers as the Middletown, RI manufacturer of mobile satellite and Internet technology was named a winner of the 2006 NorthFace ScoreBoard Award for Customer Satisfaction. Created by the Omega Management Group Corporation, th ... Continue reading
Armor Holdings, Inc. Announces $33.6 Million Order for Vehicle Armor Components
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., March 30 -- Armor Holdings, Inc. , a leading manufacturer and distributor of security products and vehicle armor systems serving military, law-enforcement, homeland security and commercial markets, announced today the receipt of an order from Textron Marine & Land valued at $33.6 million. The Compan ... Continue reading
CarMax Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2006 Results
RICHMOND, Va., March 30 -- CarMax, Inc. today reported record results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended February 28, 2006. -- Total fourth quarter sales increased 16% to $1.62 billion from $1.40 billion in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2005. For the fiscal year, total sales increased 19% to $6.26 billion from ... Continue reading
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. & WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.--March 30, 2006--Equitex, Inc. wholly-owned subsidiary Hydrogen Power, Inc. ("HPI") announced today four key objectives for its business plan in 2006: -- The development of lightweight, compact hydrogen generators for integration with low-wattage fuel cells at energy densities a ... Continue reading
30 Years of Volvo's Revolutionary Lambda Sensor
Gothenburg - March 30, 2006: In 1976 Volvo Cars presented a world first in the environmental area – the three-way catalytic converter with Lambda sensor for exhaust emission control. Today, 30 years later, virtually all petrol-engined cars built around the world are fitted with this ingenious and environment-savi ... Continue reading
BMW Branch In Munich Opens The World's Largest BMW Motorcycle Center
5.6 million euros invested+++Just in time for the start of the 2006 season, the BMW Branch in Munich is opening its new Motorcycle Centre at Frankfurter Ring 29, right next to the main operation.+++ Munich - March 30, 2006: Just in time for the start of the 2006 season, the BMW Branch in Munich is opening its new Motor ... Continue reading
Ford Philippines' Flexible Fuel Technology Program Fast Tracked
Manila - March 30, 2006: Ford continues to strengthen its operations in the Philippines by fast tracking its flexible fuel engine and vehicle-manufacturing program. In December 2005, Ford Philippines announced that it will invest P 1 billion to build a flexible fuel engine plant in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. Flexible fuel engi ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWSMAKERS: Johnson, Troxel visit Bristol; Schnitz' hopes for championship alive
NHRA Newsmakers Your inside glimpse at the world's fastest motorsport NEWS NUGGETS * 'AMERICAN DRAGSTER' DEBUTS SUNDAY: "American Dragster," a 30-minute reality show that features Don Schumacher Racing teammates Tony Schumacher and Ron Capps, will air for the first time at noon on Sunday (April 2), following the popula ... Continue reading
KB Racing LLC: Back to business as usual for Greg Anderson
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* *KB RACING LLC* *NHRA POWERADE DRAG RACING SERIES* *SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT PONTIAC GTO PRO STOCK* *GREG ANDERSON - DRIVER * *MEDIA CONTACT: Mickey Schultz* *PHONE: 425-557-8899* *E-MAIL: mschultz@bellsouth.net* *19th ANNUAL NHRA O'REILLY SPRING NATIONALS* *HOUSTON RACEWAY PARK - HOUSTON (BAYTOW ... Continue reading
CarForce1 To Begin Internet Remarketing Program for Repos and Lease Returns
DALLAS--March 29, 2006--Carforce1 (Pink Sheets: AUML) announced this morning the company would begin listing repossessed vehicles and lease-returns for various credit unions and Major banks across the U.S. More credit unions are tapping into the Internet's potential. Anecdotal evidence suggests more than 10% of credit ... Continue reading
Spicer® Chassis Replacement Upper Control Arm Assembly for Silverado Trucks, Hummers
NEWS RELEASE Contact: Ken Myers Heather Tamol Affinia Under Vehicle Group Wray Ward Laseter (815) 759-7668 (704) 926-1326 ken.myers@affiniagroup.com htamol@wwlcreative.com Affinia Under Vehicle Group Introduces Spicer® Chassis Replacement Upper Control Arm Assembly for Silverado Trucks, Hummers Exclusive Part Number O ... Continue reading
Rocketsports Racing to Run Antonio Pizzonia in Champ Car Season Opener
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Heather Haupt ▪ cell: (517) 927-8472 ▪ e-mail: heatherh@rocketsportsracing.com ROCKETSPORTS RACING TO RUN ANTONIO PIZZONIA IN LONG BEACH FOR CHAMP CAR SEASON OPENER EAST LANSING, Mich. (March 29, 2006) – After a long off-season with all efforts predominately on securing ... Continue reading
Warren Johnson NHRA Pre Race: The Professor Works to have All Systems "Go" in Houston
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net The Professor Works to have All Systems "Go" in Houston GM Performance Parts GTO team set to defend crown at O'Reilly Spring Nationals Sugar Hill, Ga., March 29, 2006 - After a one week hiatus, the NHRA's POWERade Drag Racing Series returns ... Continue reading
Clarion Announces New Senior Vice President of Retail Sales
GARDENA, Calif., March 29 -- Clarion Corporation of America, a leading manufacturer of mobile entertainment systems today announced the appointment of Ralf Engelbrecht as Senior Vice President of Retail Sales. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20051212/DEM004LOGO-a ) Engelbrecht brings over fifteen years of co ... Continue reading
Retired NASCAR Driver and Premier Series Champion Adds King of the Road Trip to His List of Titles MOORESVILLE, N.C. and REDMOND, Wash., March 29 -- Rusty Wallace and Microsoft(R) Streets & Trips 2006 with GPS Locator are teaming up to help families embark on successful and stress-free road trips this spring and summer ... Continue reading
FEV Showcases New Technologies and Services at SAE
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 29 -- FEV Engine Technology will feature several emerging technologies and a new concept vehicle in its display at the SAE 2006 World Congress, in Detroit April 3-6. Advanced engine and vehicle technologies on display will include a new turbocharged, DI (direct-injection) gasoline engine; the ... Continue reading
Metro Detroit Gets First Walk-In Auto Accident Claim Center
DETROIT, March 29 -- Accident victims can now get immediate free consultation and service through Metro Detroit's first walk-in Auto Accident Claim Center (AACC). The AACC will help consumers who are involved in any kind of vehicular and/or pedestrian accident get fast service and maximum benefits from their No-Fault i ... Continue reading
Hella's New Relay Changes Vehicle Electrical Architecture
PLYMOUTH, Mich., March 29 -- A new plug-in relay developed by Hella reduces the amount of electrical power drained by vehicle equipment that runs in standby mode. The bistable-motor relay cuts down on battery strain and energy loss when a vehicle's engine is not running or shut down for extended time periods. Developed ... Continue reading
Honeywell Reaches Agreement to Sell First Technology Safety & Analysis Business to HgCapital
Company Agrees to Sell Business Shortly After Closing on First Technology Acquisition MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J., March 29 -- Honeywell announced today that it has reached a definitive agreement to sell the First Technology Safety & Analysis business (FTSA) to HgCapital, the European sector-focused private equity investor, ... Continue reading
International Automotive Components to Acquire Lear's European Interior Systems Division
DETROIT, March 29 -- Robert E. Rossiter, Chairman and CEO of Lear Corp., and Wilbur L. Ross, Chairman of International Automotive Components Group ("IAC"), announced today an agreement in principle for IAC to acquire Lear's European Interiors Systems Division on a debt-free basis in exchange for 34% of the stock in IAC ... Continue reading
LONDON, March 29 -- Rising fatalities and injuries caused by road accidents are evoking concern among member states of the European Union (EU). This has resulted in increased efforts by the European Commission (EC), to introduce and implement various road safety regulations and legislations. "The automotive industry, E ... Continue reading
U.S. Sets New Fuel Economy Rules for SUVs
BALTIMORE Mar 29, 2006; Ken Thomas writing for the AP reported that the government set tighter gas mileage rules Wednesday for pickups and sport utility vehicles, including bulky SUVs like the Hummer H2 and Chevrolet Suburban, responding to rising concern about the supply and cost of energy from abroad. The new fuel ec ... Continue reading
TOKYO March 29, 2006; Chisaki Watanabe writing for the AP reported that General Motors Corp., the world's biggest automaker, wants to sell its stake in Isuzu Motors Ltd., and the companies said Thursday they are studying the proposal. The announcement came after two Japanese trading houses and a bank said they were app ... Continue reading
Bazemore back in fast lane for Houston
DON SCHUMACHER RACING 2006 NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES Round 4 of 23 O'REILLY NHRA SPRING NATIONALS Houston Raceway Race Date: March 31-April 2, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net BAZEMORE BACK IN FAST LANE FOR HOUSTON BAYTOWN, Texas (March 29, ... Continue reading
Details of Ford's First Quarter 2006 Financial Results Briefing
DEARBORN, Mich., March 29 -- Ford Motor Company will release first quarter 2006 financial results at 7 a.m. EDT on Friday, April 21. The following briefings will be held after the announcement: At 9 a.m. EDT, Don Leclair, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will host a conference call for news media a ... Continue reading
LONDON, March 29 -- Rising measurement needs, particularly in the automotive industry, are fuelling demand for measurement gages. At the same time, increased manufacturing set-ups in the growth regions of Asia Pacific and niche growth opportunities are also supporting revenue generation in the world gages market. The n ... Continue reading
Remy Aftermarket Europe Selects Logility Voyager Solutions(TM)
Key business drivers include improving forecast accuracy and inventory planning to effectively meet the supply demands of customers ATLANTA, March 29 -- Logility, Inc. , a leading supplier of collaborative solutions to optimise the supply chain, today announced that Remy Aftermarket Europe, a division of Remy Internati ... Continue reading
Complete Wi-Fi Based Active RFID Solution Improves Efficiency for European Automobile Business SAN MATEO, Calif., March 29 -- AeroScout, Inc., a pioneer in the field of Wi-Fi-based location and visibility solutions, and InformationslogistiQ (IQ) of Sweden, today announced that Holmgrens Bil, one of the largest automobi ... Continue reading
SAN JOSE, Calif.--March 29, 2006--Freescale Semiconductor is showcasing an array of advanced processors and platforms for the developer community at the annual Microprocessor Summit and Embedded Systems Conference (ESC), April 3-6, 2006 in San Jose. The embedded processor leader is unveiling semiconductor products, ref ... Continue reading
* The Power of Hip-Hop Helps Educate Youth * Continuation of Hip-Hop Summits in April in Celebration of Financial Literacy Month * MoneySmart Week in Detroit April 22-29 DETROIT, March 29 -- On March 25th, the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network (HSAN), title sponsor Chrysler Financial and presenting sponsor Anheuser-Busch, ... Continue reading
Lear Announces Actions to Strengthen Financial Flexibility and Improve Operational Focus
- Financing Commitments for $800 Million in Term Loans - Agreement to Contribute Substantially all of Lear's European Interiors Business to Joint Venture with WL Ross & Co. LLC - Suspension of the Quarterly Cash Dividend SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 29 -- The Board of Directors of Lear Corporation today approved several si ... Continue reading
SEATTLE, March 29 -- Madison Bay Holdings, Inc. (Pink Sheets: MDBY), a holding company engaged in the acquisition and merger of leisure product manufacturers, Recreational Vehicle manufacturers, boat manufacturers and other related businesses announced today that the company, has engaged Vigilant Trader Inc as it's inv ... Continue reading
Steel Technologies Discusses Outlook for the Second Fiscal Quarter Ended March 31, 2006
LOUISVILLE, Ky.--March 29, 2006--Steel Technologies Inc. today announced that the Company expects to report sales of approximately $250 million and earnings of approximately $0.21 per diluted share for the second quarter of fiscal 2006, which ends on March 31, 2006. The Company expects shipments for the quarter to be a ... Continue reading
SUVOA Available to Comment on New SUV Fuel Economy Standards
WASHINGTON, March 29 -- SUVOA, the national non-profit organization representing the rights of SUV and light truck owners, is available to discuss how the new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) structure and standards announced today by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration may affect consumers. With ga ... Continue reading
Teradyne und Softing verwenden Automobilstandard zur Verbindung ihrer Systeme
ISMANING & HAAR, Deutschland--29. März 2006--Die Verwendung von ASAM-Standards vereinfacht nicht nur den Prozess der Erstellung und Prüfung von Diagnosedaten für Fahrzeughersteller und Zulieferer von Steuermodulen, sondern ermöglicht auch unterschiedlichen Werkzeugzulieferern die Verbindung Ihrer Systeme un ... Continue reading
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va.--March 29, 2006--Crutchfield, the nation's oldest direct integrated marketer of consumer electronics products, announced today the launch of its digital drive-thru(TM) service, located at http://www.crutchfield.com/ipodcar. With just a few clicks of the mouse, the digital drive-thru(TM) system imme ... Continue reading
New Manufacturing Plant Signals GKN's Continued Growth in China
LONDON, March 29 -- GKN plc of the UK today officially opened its latest manufacturing operation in China. The new business - GKN Zhongyuan Cylinder Liner Company Limited (GKNZ) - is a joint venture between GKN, which holds 59% of the company and Henan Zhongyuan Engine Fittings Stock Company Limited which holds 41%. Th ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS--March 29, 2006--White River Capital, Inc. (Pink Sheets:WRVC) ("White River") today announced the following: FOURTH QUARTER RESULTS Net income for the fourth quarter 2005 was $3.2 million, or $0.84 per diluted share, compared to a fourth quarter 2004 net loss of $(2.1) million, or $(6.68) per diluted share ... Continue reading
ORANGE, Calif., March 29 -- Francesca Arnaudo, a vivacious 9-year-old from Northern California and two-time cancer survivor, was named the 2006 Hyundai Hope On Wheels Spokes-kid, during a presentation today at Children's Hospital of Orange County. As the first national ambassador of the Hope On Wheels program, an initi ... Continue reading
SAN MARCOS, Calif.--March 29, 2006--Mattman Specialty Vehicles, Inc. (OTC:MMSV), www.mattmanvehicles.com, today announced the release of an analytical profile on the Company by respected micro-cap valuation expert Mr. Gerald Kieft, founder and president of Wall Street Resources, Inc., which contains a short-term target ... Continue reading
Oxlo Systems and Quorum Information Technologies Form Strategic Alliance
Partnership Enables Quorum Integration with Full Portfolio of Oxlo OEM Customers BROOMFIELD, Colo. and CALGARY, Alberta, March 29 -- Oxlo Systems Inc. and Quorum Information Technologies, Inc. today announced an agreement to integrate Quorum's XSELLERATOR(TM) dealer management system with the Oxlo Dealer Communications ... Continue reading
Proliance International, Inc. to Broadcast Fourth Quarter 2005 Conference Call over the Internet
NEW HAVEN, Conn.--March 29, 2006--Proliance International, Inc. (AMEX: PLI) announced that it intends to release its fourth quarter results on Thursday, March 30, 2006 after the close of the market. In conjunction with this release, Proliance will hold a conference call on Friday, March 31, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. ET, which ... Continue reading
AUBURN, Ala.--March 29, 2006--Arotech Corporation announced today that its Simulation and Training Division, through its FAAC subsidiary, has recently received orders valued at over $725,000 from the U.S. Marine Corps Systems Command, Program Manager for Training Systems, located in Orlando, FL. FAAC will provide the M ... Continue reading
SAN ANTONIO--March 29, 2006--MDI, Inc. today announced that MDI Security Systems has formally made available the only true three-dimensional video motion detection surveillance system in the world, under the brand name of SenseEye VMD(TM). Description of SenseEye - SenseEye delivers 3D video motion detection that utili ... Continue reading
RACINE, Wis.--March 29, 2006--Modine Manufacturing Company , a world leader in developing thermal management solutions for a diversified group of markets including truck, off-highway, automotive, engine, and building heating, ventilating, and air conditioning, (HVAC), is proud to announce that it has joined with ABC Te ... Continue reading
-- Purchase a Chillatta beverage and receive game piece to win one of over one million free or discounted merchandise store prizes, as well as Richard Petty Driving Experience prizes; grand prize is a trip for two to Daytona Beach Race Weekend held June 30 - July 2 ATLANTA, March 29 -- Cinnabon(R), Inc., maker of the w ... Continue reading
Emergis Licenses EInvoicing Technology to Kansas-Based Utility
MONTREAL--March 29, 2006--Emergis Inc. (TSX:EME), a Canadian eBusiness company, today announced that its U.S.-based subsidiary Emergis Technologies, Inc. has entered into an agreement to license its electronic invoicing and payment technology patent to Midwest Energy, Inc. of Hays, Kansas. "This license agreement is an ... Continue reading
Johnny Cash's Cadillac Fleetwood to Walk the Line at Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction
PALM BEACH, Fla.--March 29, 2006--Music legend Johnny Cash's 1975 Cadillac Fleetwood sedan will cross the block dressed all in black during the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Collector Car Event on Friday, March 31, 2006. Included with the sale of the Man in Black's Fleetwood will be full documentation. The fourth annual B ... Continue reading
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