AAA and Other Auto Clubs Form Global Telematics Alliance
A consortium of the world's largest auto clubs, and their affiliate organizations, announced the formation of an alliance for the strategic development of global telematics product offerings. Alliance members are: ... Continue reading
AAA Reports Fuel Prices Up Since Fourth of July Holiday
The average price of self-serve regular unleaded gasoline in central and western Washington this Labor Day weekend has increased 7.5 cents per gallon since Fourth of July weekend to $1.643. ... Continue reading
American Union Files Lawsuit Against Meridian Insurance Directors
As part of its tender offer for Meridian Insurance Group, American Union Insurance Company filed a complaint against Meridian and its directors in the alleging the defendants' wrongful conduct in connection with Meridian's 1997 vote. ... Continue reading
American Union Insurance Company Will Commence Cash Tender Offer
Gregory M. Shepard, Chairman and President of American Union Insurance Company today announced a cash tender offer for all the common stock of Meridian Insurance Group, Inc. of Indianapolis, Indiana ... Continue reading
AppliedTheory and Automotive Consulting Group Launch Alliance
An annual report on trends in the automotive supply industry concludes that the proper use of e-Business tools could save the worldwide supply chain an estimated $174 billion by 2005. ... Continue reading
Atecs Takeover by Bosch and Siemens Clears First Hurdle
The European Commission has given a green light to the takeover of the three Atecs companies VDO AG, Dematic AG and Sachs AG. Brussels had already approved the takeover of Demag Krauss- Maffei AG on August 11. ... Continue reading
Auto Club Says Gas Prices Aren't Keeping Travelers Home
San Diego will be the most popular destination for Southern Californians driving over the Labor Day Weekend, according to the Automobile Club of Southern California. ... Continue reading
Autofusion Corporation Names Phillip Langford to Executive Team
Phillip Langford was named vice president of marketing for Autofusion Corporation, the leader in Internet car-buying technology, the company announced. ... Continue reading
Auto Industry Leaders Meet to Discuss E-Business
EyeForAuto released more details on its eagerly-awaited strategy conference, 'EyeForAuto USA 2000' which takes place in the heart of Silicon Valley on Nov 29 - Dec 1. ... Continue reading
CARH Splits, Changes Name and Symbol to WTAI
Composite Automobile Research Ltd., through it's wholly owned subsidiary World Transport Authority Inc. (WTA) is pleased to announce that pursuant to the company's Special Shareholders Meeting held on Thursday June 1, 2000 the following: ... Continue reading
CART: Andretti seeks Canadian sweep at Molson Indy Vancouver
CART: Andretti seeks Canadian sweep at Molson Indy Vancouver ... Continue reading
CART: Team Target not giving up on fifth straight CART championship
CART: Team Target not giving up on fifth straight CART championship ... Continue reading
CART: Toyota drivers ready to charge at Vancouver
CART: Toyota drivers ready to charge at Vancouver ... Continue reading
Collins Industries Retains Carl Thompson Associates for Investor Relations
Collins Industries, Inc. has retained Carl Thompson Associates, one of the nation's leading investor relations firms, to help maximize shareholder value through a national proactive investor relations program. ... Continue reading
Despite High Gas Prices, Labor Day Travel Expected to be Up 5%
As the summer travel season winds down, the West Coast's most popular destinations are gearing up for thousands of Northern Californian vacationers this Labor Day weekend, AAA of Northern California reported today. ... Continue reading
Drexler to Provide LaserCard Motor Vehicle Registration Cards
Drexler Technology disclosed details of a LaserCard(R) supply contract to provide Drexler's "chip ready" optical memory cards to a systems integration company for use as high security smart/optical motor vehicle registration cards. ... Continue reading
DTM Nearing Completion of Beta Testing on New Metal SLS Material
DTM Corporation is nearing the end of the first phase of beta testing for its new LaserForm(TM) ST-100 material. ... Continue reading
EAI's Solutions Implemented by LDM Technologies, Inc.
Engineering Animation, Inc. announced that LDM Technologies, Inc., a tier I automotive supplier, has implemented EAI's VisView(R) and VisMockUp(R) for corporate-wide visualization, digital mock-up and collaboration. ... Continue reading
Elite Logistics Announces Q4 and Year-End Fiscal 2000 Results
Elite Logistics Corporation announced a net loss attributable to common stock of $1,724,307, or $0.16 per share, on revenue of $569,263 for the year ended May 31, 2000. ... Continue reading
Esurance to Provide Online Auto Insurance Services for BestOffer.com
Esurance Inc., a national Internet-based provider of personal insurance, announced a strategic marketing partnership with leading online car service BestOffer.com. ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Named to Fortune's-Fastest Growing Companies List
In their Annual 100 Fastest Growing Companies ranking, Fortune magazine named Federal-Mogul Corporation as the 53rd fastest growing company in the United States. ... Continue reading
Fitch Issues Report On Chevy Chase 2000-1
Fitch has issued a report on Chevy Chase Auto Receivables Trust 2000-1. ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Announces First Quarter Results
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. announced that it incurred a net loss of $31.1 million or 95 cents per diluted share for the fiscal 2001 first quarter which ended July 30, 2000. ... Continue reading
Gylling Optima Batteries AB Joins Forces with Johnson Controls, USA
Johnson Control Inc. and Gylling Optima Batteries AB (Publ) announce that Johnson Controls will acquire all the stock of Gylling Optima Batteries AB. ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz Berea, Kentucky Operations ISO 14001 Registered
Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. announced that its operations in Berea, Kentucky has received ISO 14001 registration. ... Continue reading
Headlight Provides E-Learning Solutions to Avis
Headlight, a leading provider of hosted, Web-based, corporate training solutions, announced it signed a one-year contract with Avis, to provide a comprehensive online training package for 200 Avis field sales staff. ... Continue reading
Hometown Appoints Former President of Timex to Board of Directors
Hometown Auto Retailers Inc. announced it has appointed C. Michael Jacobi to its board of directors. ... Continue reading
Hughes to Take Over Reins of Mazda North American Operations
Ford Motor Co. and Mazda North American Operations will name Charles Hughes the new president of Mazda North America this week, a high-level source has told Automotive News. ... Continue reading
IMPCO Reports Record Quarter Revenues
IMPCO Technologies, Inc. reported record revenues for its first quarter ended July 31, 2000. ... Continue reading
iQ Power Signs Agreement With Israel's Largest Battery Manufacturer
iQ Power Technology Inc. has entered into an agreement with Schnapp and Co. to produce the world's first car battery to be controlled by a microchip and software, the iQ BATTERY. ... Continue reading
iSalvage and iCARumba Announce Strategic Alliance
iSalvage and iCARumba announced a strategic agreement to connect the best quality car care services site with the highest quality auto parts site. ... Continue reading
J. B. Speed to Retire From USA Truck
--Mr. Robert M. Powell, President and Chief Executive Officer of USA Truck, announced that he has been advised by Mr. J. B. Speed, Chairman of the Board of the Company, that Mr. Speed would be retiring from his position as Chairman at the regular Quarterly Board Meeting on October 18, 2000. ... Continue reading
Kingsley Coach to Initiate Financial Tour in Tennessee
The Kingsley Coach, Inc. announced that it will begin its "Kingsley Coach Financial Center Tour," a tour of North America's major financial centers, in the state of Tennessee. ... Continue reading
Lear Corporation and Exide Corporation announced that they have signed a letter of intent to enter into a strategic collaboration to co-develop and market advanced power packaging solutions for the automotive industry. ... Continue reading
McLaren Engines Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Dart Machine Ltd.
McLaren Engines, a subsidiary of McLaren Performance Technologies , has signed a letter of intent to acquire Dart Machine Ltd., headquartered in Oldcastle, Ontario, Canada. ... Continue reading
Most Consumers Fail to Shop Around When It Comes To Auto Insurance
While most Americans believe it's smart to shop around when purchasing high-ticket items, few actually do so when it comes to auto insurance, one of the leading annual expenses in most household budgets. ... Continue reading
NASCAR BGN: Buckshot Jones prepares for intimidating weekend at Darlington
NASCAR BGN: Buckshot Jones prepares for intimidating weekend at Darlington ... Continue reading
NASCAR BGN: Elliott Sadler to pilot Busch car for Petree Racing
NASCAR BGN: Elliott Sadler to pilot Busch car for Petree Racing ... Continue reading
NASCAR BGN: Fedewa ready for return to site of his first pole position
NASCAR BGN: Fedewa ready for return to site of his first pole position ... Continue reading
NASCAR BGN: Jeff Green still trying to get a hold on Darlington
NASCAR BGN: Jeff Green still trying to get a hold on Darlington ... Continue reading
NASCAR BGN: Steve Park: Confidence Means A Lot At Darlington
Steve Park: Confidence Means A Lot At Darlington ... Continue reading
NASCAR BGN: Todd Bodine ready to show skill demanded by Darlington
NASCAR BGN: Todd Bodine ready to show skill demanded by Darlington ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Dallenbach: 'I really don't care if they think we're athletes or not'
NASCAR BGN: Buckshot Jones prepares for intimidating weekend at Darlington ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Earnhardt Jr. feels Darlington owes him one
NASCAR WCUP: Earnhardt Jr. feels Darlington owes him one ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Gordon looks to end victory 'drought', Recapture Southern 500
NASCAR WCUP: Gordon looks to end victory 'drought', Recapture Southern 500 ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Ince Signs Two-Year Deal With MB2 Motorsports
NASCAR WCUP: Ince Signs Two-Year Deal With MB2 Motorsports ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Kenny Wallace expects Darlington to be hard on the new Goodyear tires
NASCAR WCUP: Kenny Wallace expects Darlington to be hard on the new Goodyear tires ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Matt Kenseth continues to lead rookie chase
NASCAR WCUP: Matt Kenseth continues to lead rookie chase ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Robby Gordon to skip race at Darlington
NASCAR WCUP: Robby Gordon to skip race at Darlington ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Rookie instructor Rudd has has some impressive students
NASCAR WCUP: Rookie instructor Rudd has has some impressive students ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Stewart and Burton must take on 'management roles' at Darlington
NASCAR WCUP: Stewart and Burton must take on 'management roles' at Darlington ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Tony Stewart too tough to tame, and the track is too
NASCAR WCUP: Tony Stewart too tough to tame, and the track is too ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Ward Burton hopes to sweep at Darlington
NASCAR WCUP: Ward Burton hopes to sweep at Darlington ... Continue reading
NHRA: Goodyear Tire Fast Fact, U.S. Nationals
NHRA: Goodyear Tire Fast Fact, U.S. Nationals ... Continue reading
NHRA: Martino Makes the U.S. Nationals a Family Affair
Martino Makes the U.S. Nationals a Family Affair ... Continue reading
NHTSA Publishes List of July Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released a list of auto safety recalls announced in July 2000 and urged consumers to have the problems fixed promptly. ... Continue reading
Number of Car Dealers on the Web Rises
According to a recent survey by the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA), 83 percent of all car dealers have Web sites, which is up from 74 percent last year. ... Continue reading
Reducing Distractions on the Road This Labor Day Weekend
This Labor Day weekend, Verizon Wireless and the Automobile Club of Southern California would like to remind all wireless phone users that when behind the wheel of a motor vehicle, their first priority is to drive safely. ... Continue reading
Shareholders Approve Increase of Authorized Shares
Parlex Corporation reported that at a special meeting of stockholders the resolution to approve the increase of the number of authorized shares of common stock from 10,000,000 shares to 30,000,000 was approved. ... Continue reading
Shiloh Industries, Inc. Completes Acquisition of A.G. Simpson
Shiloh Industries, Inc. completed the previously announced purchase of substantially all of the assets of A.G. Simpson (Tennessee) Inc. for approximately $47.9 million. ... Continue reading
Simo and Tommy Bahama look for repeat of early season results
Huffaker/Qvale, Simo and Tommy Bahama look for repeat of early season results ... Continue reading
Tower Automotive Estimates Impact of Production Cuts
Tower Automotive, Inc. said that the announced Ford Explorer and Ranger production cuts and the further weakening of the heavy truck market will have a negative impact on its third- quarter earnings. ... Continue reading
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