NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Numidia Raceway, Numidia, Pa.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHEAST DIVISION NUMIDIA RACEWAY Friday, JULY 30, 2004 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 NHRA LUCAS SERIES INVADES PENNSLVANIA NUMIDIA, Pa. - In the first rounds of qualifying at Numidia Raceway for the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Glen Treadwell o ... Continue reading
Scelzi No. 5 in Sonoma's Friday qualifying
DON SCHUMACHER RACING NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series Round 15 of 23 FRAM-AUTOLITE NHRA NATIONALS INFINEON RACEWAY SONOMA, Calif. Race Dates: July 30-Aug. 1, 2004 Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438 SCELZI DRIVES TO NO. 5 IN SONOMA'S FRIDAY QUALIFYING SONOMA, Calif. (July 30, 2004) - Cooler temperat ... Continue reading
Bazemore qualifies No. 6 on Friday in Sonoma
DON SCHUMACHER RACING NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series Round 15 of 23 FRAM-AUTOLITE NHRA NATIONALS INFINEON RACEWAY SONOMA, Calif. Race Dates: July 30-Aug. 1, 2004 Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438 BAZEMORE NO. 6 AFTER TWO QUALIFYING SESSIONS IN SONOMA SONOMA, Calif. (July 30, 2004) - Following two ... Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA O'REILLY AUTO PARTS JR. DRAG RACING LEAGUE WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS BANDIMERE SPEEDWAY FRIDAY, JULY 30, 2004 Contact: Jill Caliendo (626) 327-4207 Winners crowned at O'Reilly Auto Parts Jr. Finals at Bandimere DENVER - The 5th Annual NHRA O'Reilly Auto Parts Jr. Drag Racing League Western Co ... Continue reading
Ford 'Year of the Car' Tour Rolls Into Louisville
WHAT: Ford showcases three outstanding and diverse examples of its new "Year of the Car" products on the Louisville stop of its summer North American tour -- the Ford Mustang, the Ford Five Hundred and the Ford Freestyle. WHEN: Monday, August 2 and Tuesday, August 3 WHO/WHERE: August 2, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Public v ... Continue reading
Champ Cars to Road America, Lance Armstrong Foundatio Fundraiser
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Contact: Rick Voegelin GM Racing Communications (831) 761-2201 http://media.gm.com/gmracing BOWTIE BULLET POINTS: Chevrolet Notes for the Michigan Indy 400 Michigan International Speedway Round 10 of 16, Indy Racing League IndyCar Series Sunday, August 1, 3 p.m. EDT TV: ABC (live), 3 p.m. EDT * The 400-Mile Dyno Test A ... Continue reading
KVH Awarded Design Patent for TracVision A5 Low-profile Satellite TV Antenna
MIDDLETOWN, R.I.--July 30, 2004-- U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Recognizes Automotive Satellite TV Antenna's Innovative Design KVH Industries, Inc., announced today that it has been awarded U.S. Design Patent #D493,164, "Mobile Antenna," for the design of its low-profile TracVision A5 satellite TV antenna for automo ... Continue reading
Methanol Forum to be Held in Houston
ARLINGTON, Va. and HOUSTON, July 30 -- The Methanol Institute and its member companies have again joined with Jim Jordan & Associates to host the premier -- and only -- methanol conference being held in North America in 2004. The Methanol Forum will be held on Wednesday, October 13th and Thursday October 14th at the St ... Continue reading
Chevy Notes - Harvick on Brickyard
Contact: Nancy Wager GM Racing Communications cell: (727) 415-3109 For more information: media.gm.com CHEVROLET NOTES & QUOTES NASCAR NEXTEL CUP SERIES PENNSYLVANIA 500 ADVANCE POCONO RACEWAY July 30, 2004 KEVIN HARVICK, NO. 29 GM GOODWRENCH CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO, DISCUSSES NEXT WEEK'S BRICKYARD 400 RACE AND CURRENT SE ... Continue reading
Automakers Outsource Hot Models Automakers Get Help Building Cool Cars
DETROIT, July 30, 2004; Michael Ellis writing for Reuters reported that the head-turning, low-slung Chrysler Crossfire sports car or the curvy, retro-style Chevrolet SSR pickup are not built by Detroit automakers. Mass market automakers, to compete in a crowded arena, increasingly are turning to small "coachbuilders" o ... Continue reading
Ward's Reports Weekly North American Vehicle Estimated Production - July 30, 2004
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., July 30 -- Vehicle production this week in the U.S., Canada and Mexico is expected to hit an estimated 325,270 units, up 40.5 percent from the 231,445 cars and trucks built last week, according to Ward's Automotive Reports. Including this week's estimates, calendar year North American output now tota ... Continue reading
John Coletti of Ford Special Vehicle Team to Speak at Motor Press Guild Monthly Meeting
WHO: John Coletti, Director, Special Vehicle Team (SVT) and GT programs will discuss the happenings of SVT and GT vehicles. A 30-year Ford veteran, Mr. Coletti oversees the product development and engineering direction of the Ford Motor Company performance division. His enthusiasm for product and technology will be on ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor Expands Territory - May Sell Financial Services to GE
Seoul July 30, 2004; Seo Jee-yeon writing for the Korea Times reported that Hyundai Automotive Group (HAG) is expanding its business territory into steel and construction. A consortium led by HAG¡¯s two steel units _ INI Steel and Hyundai Hysco, will sign a final contract to take over the troubled Hanbo Steel today f ... Continue reading
90 Cars Entered in ASA Event at IRP
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Cleaner, Leaner, and Greener: Toyota Offers a Bevy of Higher-Mileage, Lower-Emission Vehicles
TORRANCE, Calif., July 29 -- While hybrid cars like the Toyota Prius are capturing the nation's imagination, Toyota offers consumers many choices of vehicles that also achieve good fuel economy and cleaner emissions. To help spread the word, Toyota has debuted a national TV commercial and print advertising campaign tou ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., July 29 -- Emerging technologies, accelerated product development, and methods for implementing these new technologies on the shop floor are on the impressive agenda for suppliers in the metal forming and fabricating industry at North America's largest annual metal forming and fabricating event, being ... Continue reading
Lear Announces Private Offering of Senior Notes
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., July 29 -- Lear Corporation , the world's largest automotive interior systems supplier, today reported that it has agreed to sell $400 million aggregate principal amount of unsecured 5.75% senior notes due August 2014. The notes will be guaranteed by certain direct and indirect subsidiaries of Lear C ... Continue reading
Microtune Announces Second Quarter 2004 Results
PLANO, Texas--July 29, 2004--Microtune(R), Inc. announced today financial results for its second quarter of 2004, which ended June 30, 2004. FINANCIAL RESULTS SUMMARY The Company's net revenue for the quarter was $13.5 million and its net income during the quarter was $16.0 million. Net income included other income of ... Continue reading
Starcraft To Host Conference Call For Fiscal Third-Quarter Earnings
GOSHEN, Ind.--July 29, 2004--Starcraft Corp. , announced today that it will release its fiscal 2004 third-quarter financial results on Thursday, August 5, 2004, after the U.S. stock market closes. A conference call featuring remarks by senior management will be held on Friday, August 6, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time. Inve ... Continue reading
Webcast Alert: LoJack Corporation Announces 2004 Second Quarter Results
WESTWOOD, Mass., July 29 -- LoJack Corporation announces the following Webcast: What: LoJack Corporation 2q04 Results Conference Call When: Tuesday, August 3 @ 9:00 a.m. EDT Where: http://phx.corporate-ir.net/playerlink.zhtml?c=78604&s= wm&e=923746 How: Live over the Internet -- Simply log on to the web at the address ... Continue reading
Williams Controls Announces Patrick Cavanagh as New President and Chief Executive Officer
PORTLAND, Ore., July 29 -- Williams Controls, Inc. today announced that Patrick (Pat) Cavanagh, 51, will become President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. His appointment will be effective October 4, 2004 allowing Mr. Cavanagh to make an orderly transition from his current position with Woodward Governor Com ... Continue reading
KERPEN, Germany, July 29 -- Visteon Corporation has become the latest premium member of the Autosar partnership (AUTomotive Open System ARchitecture) -- the co-operative alliance set up by vehicle manufacturers and suppliers to develop and establish an open industry standard for automotive electronic and electrical arc ... Continue reading
Automotive Retailer Details Commitment to Customer - How Refreshing
Automotive Retailer Details Commitment to Customer Satisfaction FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 29 -- Taking the lead among automotive retailers and seeking to ensure that its customers have a positive shopping experience, AutoNation, Inc. has unveiled "The AutoNation Pledge." The Pledge is a document that explains certain ... Continue reading
BMW: Official Car of the Swedish Match Tour 2004/2005
Becoming a part of the world's most renowned Match Race Series MUNICH, July 29 -- The Swedish Match Tour begins the season 2004/2005 with a new partner: BMW. The automotive group is the new partner and "official car" of the top-class racing series for sailing professionals, thus strengthening its involvement in interna ... Continue reading
PLANO, Texas, July 29 -- Energy & Engine Technology Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: EENT) (EENT) announces that it anticipates receiving the Certificate of Occupancy for its new production facility tomorrow, July 30, from the City of Pompano Beach. The final inspection is scheduled for tomorrow morning, and according to t ... Continue reading
R&B, Inc. Reports Sales and Earnings for the Second Quarter Ended June 26, 2004
COLMAR, Pa., July 30 -- R&B, Inc., today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 26, 2004. For the second quarter ended June 26, 2004, sales increased 11% to $64.3 million from $58.1 million in the same period last year. Net income in the second quarter of 2004 was $5.3 million compared to net inc ... Continue reading
Auto Club: Gasoline Prices Defy Projections and Continue Lower for the Ninth Week
LOS ANGELES--July 30, 2004--Despite projections that rising demand and limited supply would send gasoline prices higher through the latter part of July, prices at the pump continued lower last week for the ninth consecutive week, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California's Weekend Gas Watch. Lower than ex ... Continue reading
Fleetwood RV Launches 'Endless Summer Party Package' Promotion Nationwide
Customers Receive Valuable Outdoor Essentials With Purchase of Select 2002, 2003 and 2004 Towable Models RIVERSIDE, Calif., July 30 -- Fleetwood RV, a leading manufacturer of recreational vehicles, today announced the launch of its "Endless Summer Party Package" promotion. From August 1 through August 31, customers wil ... Continue reading
Titan International, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2004 Earnings Increase
QUINCY, Ill.--July 30, 2004--Titan International, Inc. reported net sales of $121.2 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2004, an increase of 29% compared to $94.0 million pro forma (adjusted to reflect the sale of Titan Europe) for the previous year's quarter . Net sales for second quarter 2003 including Tita ... Continue reading
Evader Electric Motor Scooters Have Arrived at Wal-Mart's SAM'S Club in Hawaii
BENTONVILLE, Ark.--July 30, 2004--Bellevue-Washington based Evader, Inc (www.evader.us.) (NASD.OTC:EVDR), the maker of electric high-performance vehicles powered by their leading-edge proprietary technology announced that the first shipments of specially ordered Evader 100's have arrived at SAM'S Club (www.samsclub.com ... Continue reading
GM Accessories Expands Wheel And TPC Tire Systems Product Lineup
DETROIT - Stylish and safe. The optimum blend of performance, looks and engineering. And now, more choices than ever. GM Accessories announces a broadened portfolio of plus-size 20-inch wheel and Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) tire systems, with five new designs developed specifically for GM's popular full-size utilit ... Continue reading
General Motors Enhances Leading Truck Lineup For 2005
RenCen Detroit, July 29, 2004; General Motors continues to enhance its leading portfolio of trucks for the 2005 model year with fuel economy improvements, new models and useful features. Fuel economy improvements. GM's 2005 full-size pickup trucks and SUVs extend their leadership with incremental aerodynamic and fuel s ... Continue reading
* Second Quarter CPOV Sales Increase 8 Percent Year-Over-Year * June 2004 CPOV Sales Up 9 Percent Compared to June 2003 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 29 -- Chrysler Group reported year-to-date 2004 sales of Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles (CPOV) at 50,084 units, an increase of 13 percent compared to the same period in 2003 wh ... Continue reading
Midas, Inc. Welcomes New Owners of Midas Europe Operations
ITASCA, Ill.--July 29, 2004--Midas, Inc. confirms the pending sale of its licensed operations in Europe and Latin America by current owner Magneti Marelli., a member of the Fiat Group, to France's Norauto Group. A similar announcement was made today by Norauto and Magneti Marelli. "We are extremely confident in the abi ... Continue reading
NHRA Pre Race: WJ Looks to Be Like Lance in Sonoma
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net WJ Looks to Be Like Lance in Sonoma GM Performance Parts team looks for successful end to West Coast Swing SUGAR HILL, GA., July 28, 2004 - At first glance, Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong and NHRA Pro Stock legend Warren Joh ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., July 29 -- Visteon Corporation , one of the world's leading suppliers of automotive components and integrated systems, will participate in the 7th Annual JPMorgan Harbour Automotive Conference in Dearborn on Wednesday, August 4, 2004, from 9:20 a.m. (EDT) to 10:00 a.m. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi ... Continue reading
NHRA Pre Race: KJ Is Ready to Walk the Tightrope in the Napa Valley
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net KJ Is Ready to Walk the Tightrope in the Napa Valley ACDelco crew ready to uncork a win at Infineon Raceway Sugar Hill, Ga., July 28, 2004 - The NHRA's Pro Stock category has long been considered the most competitive in all of motors ... Continue reading
Fel-Pro PermaTorqueMLS Gaskets Dominate Action in NASCAR Siemens 300
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--July 29, 2004--Fel-Pro(R) PermaTorqueMLS(TM) head gaskets - the next-generation sealing solution for many late-model performance and standard automotive engines - captured both the pole position and checkered flag in Sunday's NASCAR Siemens 300 at New Hampshire International Speedway. Fel-Pro gaskets ... Continue reading
New Sports League Races Into Sonoma
- Fans Have a Chance to Compete in XMODS Racing League National Tournament - WHAT: This weekend, RadioShack is bringing the XMODS Stop.Drop.Race! tour to Sonoma, giving thousands of die-hard car enthusiasts and radio control (RC) car racers the chance to participate in tons of free activities and the first ever XMODS R ... Continue reading
James Stewart and Kawasaki Sign Agreement
Team Chevy Trucks Kawasaki Racer Signs through 2006 IRVINE, Calif., July 29 -- James Stewart, the young supercross-motocross phenom from Florida, today signed a two-year agreement to continue with the Kawasaki motorcycles that have taken him to multiple national championships, at both the youth and professional levels. ... Continue reading
From the Gas Pump to the Car Wash: Americans Practice Varying Degrees of Routine Car Care
Shell Survey Finds That Westerners Love to Wash Their Cars, But Southerners Know How to Treat 'Em Right From the Inside Out HOUSTON, July 29 -- The image of car-loving Californians cruising the freeways in shiny vehicles may be more than a myth. According to a new Shell survey, Westerners are more likely than their Eas ... Continue reading
ARCA RE/MAX starting grid, Pocono
Rookie Hemphill Earns Pork Pole at Pocono; 5th Career Pole LONG POND PA (7-29-04) ARCA RE/MAX Series rookie Ryan Hemphill, in the TRIMSPA Dodge, captured the Pork Pole Award at Pocono Raceway Thursday afternoon for Saturday's Giant 200. It was his fifth career pole. "The car worked beautifully all the way around the tr ... Continue reading
Sika Automotive Awarded US Patent for Orifice Sealing Physical Barrier
MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., July 29 -- The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has granted Sika Automotive US Patent No. 6,691,468 for a new physical barrier sealing. The patent includes both the product and the method for installing the invention. Sika Application Engineering Group Leader, Raymond D. Helferty, developed this ... Continue reading
OMAHA, Neb.--July 29, 2004--Werner Enterprises, Inc. , one of the nation's largest truckload transportation companies, announced today that it is increasing pay for Company solo drivers in its medium-to-long-haul Van division by two cents per mile, effective August 1, 2004. This increase affects approximately one quart ... Continue reading
AKRON, Ohio--July 29, 2004--Roadway Express, Inc. proudly announces that 41 of its best professional drivers are on their way to compete at the 67th National Truck Driving Championships August 18-21, 2004, to be held in Salt Lake City, Utah. The American Trucking Associations sponsors the event, sometimes referred to a ... Continue reading
Application will help protect passengers TROY, Mich., July 29 -- It protects some of the United States' most sacred documents: The U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the Declaration of Independence. It even protects Pentagon personnel. And now it helps offer individuals protection in a world of heightened risk. ... Continue reading
MEDINA, Minn.--July 29, 2004--Polaris and more than 25,000 riding enthusiasts and music fans turned the Minnesota State Fairgrounds into "Polarisville" during "The Way Out Weekend" celebration of the Polaris 50th anniversary on July 23 and 24. The celebration included tributes to the company's past through the introduc ... Continue reading
Key L.A. Officials Announce $9 Billion Plan for Top Ten Traffic Busters at Third Annual Mobility 21 Transportation Summit LOS ANGELES, July 29 -- Top leaders from Metro, Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce and the Automobile Club of Southern California, along with Los Angeles Mayor James Hahn will announce the kickoff ... Continue reading
FinishMaster Announces Second Quarter Financial Results, an Acquisition, and Change of Auditors
INDIANAPOLIS--July 29, 2004--FinishMaster, Inc. (Pink Sheets:FMST) today reported that net income for the second quarter of 2004 was $3,163,000, or $0.41 per share, compared with net income of $2,971,000, or $0.38 per share, in the prior year period. For the six months ended June 30, 2004, net income was $6,445,000, or ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Reports Preliminary Revenues for First Quarter of Fiscal 2005
RIVERSIDE, Calif., July 29 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. , one of the nation's leading manufacturers of recreational vehicles and a leading producer and retailer of manufactured housing, announced today its preliminary sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2005, which ended on July 25, 2004. Company revenues improved ... Continue reading
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