Micropelt Infinite Wireless Power Supply Field-Tested At Dutch Refinery
FREIBURG, Germany--Micropelt, an innovator in thermal energy harvesting technology, has collaborated with Royal Dutch Shell to prove the concept of converting waste heat into a sustainable, maintenance-free power supply for wireless sensor devices. Shell sees wireless sensor networks as a strong contributor to increasi ... Continue reading
AutoCheck Vehicle History Reports from Experian Integrate Seamlessly with POWER DAYTON, Ohio, and SCHAUMBURG, Ill., March 30 -- The Reynolds and Reynolds Company and Experian Automotive today announced the availability of AutoCheck® Plus vehicle history reports that display automatically for dealerships using the POWE ... Continue reading
2010 Ram Power Wagon -- Still the Most Off-road Capable Pickup Truck on the Market
-- 2010 Ram Power Wagon-the pickup for severe off-road work and play -- Best-in-class off-road performance with enthusiast-driven features -- New 2010 Ram Power Wagon features new interior styling borrowed from the award winning Ram 1500 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 31 -- The most off-road capable pickup truck on the mar ... Continue reading
*CONTACT: *RSVP for credentialed media only: *Caitlin.Harvey@dot.gov* *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* March 31, 2010 * * *TOMORROW: Administrator Jackson, Secretary LaHood to Hold Press Conference Call on Clean Cars Rule* *WASHINGTON* - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson and Transportation Secre ... Continue reading
Twin-Scroll Turbocharger and Direct Injection Give Sonata 2.0T an Estimated 274 HP, 34 MPG, on Regular Fuel - The Sonata 2.0T debuts with Hyundai's first four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline direct-injection engine - With a best-in-class 34 mpg highway fuel economy rating, the 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline direct-inje ... Continue reading
ASA Truck Series Press Release
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PRESS RELEASE March 31, 2010 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ For Immediate Release Contact: Todd or Lisa McLauchlan (mcracers@prodigy.net or icmtodd@aol.com) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ... Continue reading
Dana Point Concours d'Elegance(TM) Announces 15th Annual Private Collection Tour Details
DANA POINT, Calif., March 31 -- The Dana Point Concours d'Elegance(TM) (www.DanaPointConcours.org) today announced that the 15th Annual Private Collection Tour hosted by Grand Prix Tours will visit Crevier Classic Cars, Gaffoglio Family Metalcrafters and The Flying A Garage. On Saturday, June 26, 2010 the 15th Annual P ... Continue reading
Force, Hight Ford Racing transcript
Ford Racing Teleconference Transcript 03/31/2010 ·        John Force Racing is coming off a solid performance at zMAX Dragway this weekend in Concord, NC. On Saturday, Robert Hight, driver of the Auto Club Ford Mustang Funny Car, earned his 34th career No. 1 Qualifier and set the track record to ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., March 31 -- Ford and Microsoft take electric vehicle technology Hohm Ford and Microsoft are leading the way toward a more energy-efficient future by announcing a new solution that will make electric vehicle ownership easier and more affordable for consumers. Ford will be the first automaker to use Micr ... Continue reading
Spring Motorcycle Show & Canadian Dispatch Riders Team up to Support the Scott Mission March 2010 (Toronto) - "There are homeless Veterans? I didn't know". That is how the "Spring Motorcycle Show Food Drive" started. <http://sites.google.com/site/canadiandispatchriders/Home/502_Spadin a_old_-_ ext.jpg?attredirects=0> < ... Continue reading
KYLE CATTANACH BATTLES BACK TO NINTN PLACE FINISH AT ROSEVILLE
Steven Blakesley Email: steven@norcalmedia.com Phone: (916) 316-4854 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  KYLE CATTANACH BATTLES BACK TO NINTN PLACE FINISH AT ROSEVILLE  IRVINE, Calif. (March 31, 2010) – 25 year-old Kyle Cattanach recovered from early race trouble driving the #88 Superior Crankshaft Chevrolet in the 2010 ... Continue reading
NUMMI to Provide Video of Final Car Production at Fremont Plant
--NUMMI: NUMMI will provide pool feed video footage through video provider PACSAT of the last car coming off the assembly line. Still photographs of the last vehicles and material appropriate for radio broadcast will also be available. Pre-recorded video interviews with NUMMI team members will also be distributed. The ... Continue reading
Propel Technology: Close Collaboration Creates Audio Excellence in Jaguar XJ
LONDON--An exclusive partnership between Jaguar and premium loudspeaker company Bowers & Wilkins for the 2011 Jaguar XJ, has achieved what is believed to be “the best sound system in-car�??. Bowers & Wilkins’ close collaboration with Jaguar’s design and engineering teams ensured optimal placeme ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Motorcycle Dealership and Repair in the US Report
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/d814ae/motorcycle_dealers) has announced the addition of the "Motorcycle Dealership and Repair in the US" report to their offering. “Motorcycle Dealership and Repair in the US” This industry includes companies which sell or repair motorcycles, ... Continue reading
Spring is in the Air: Subaru of America Supports National Car Care Month
-- Participating Subaru Dealers to Offer Free Vehicle Diagnostic Inspections to Subaru Drivers in April -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., March 31 -- Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that the company is endorsing the Car Care Council's National Car Care Month, a nationwide April program focusing on the importance of regular ... Continue reading
Toyota receives Green Leaf Award
For Immediate Release: March 31, 2010 Contact: Lisa Samuels (347) 400-4305 Press Release Toyota receives Green Leaf Award Manhattan, New York – As we celebrate the earth this month, the 2010 Green Leaf Award will be presented to Toyota at the New York International Auto Show. Toyota is recognized for their commitment ... Continue reading
Government Agencies Sign Rules for New U.S. CAFE Standards; Edmunds.com Comments
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Transportation Department will sign on Thursday a joint final rule establishing greenhouse gas emission standards and Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for light-duty vehicles for model years 2012-2016. âYet CAFE does not address ... Continue reading
Cellport Marks 15th Anniversary of Its Invention of Internet-Connected Vehicle
BOULDER, Colo.--When automotive communications pioneer Cellport Systems invented the first Internet-connected vehicle in 1995, few people understood the convenience and efficiency made possible by the company’s revolutionary technology breakthrough. “These five patents now have over 660 forward citations for a ... Continue reading
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 31 -- AutoNation, Inc. , America's largest automotive retailer, today announced estimated financial results for the first quarter of 2010 and its intention to amend and extend its term loan and revolving credit facility. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20001017/AUTONATIONLOGO ) F ... Continue reading
Jayco(R) Announces Annual National Sales Event
MIDDLEBURY, Ind., March 31 -- Aimed at helping families get ready for a summer of quality time spent together, Jayco® announces its third annual Blue Tag National Sales Event. Nearly 200 Jayco dealers in the U.S. and Canada are participating in Jayco's Blue Tag sale, promoting the event through locally placed televisi ... Continue reading
KRUSE-Group: BlueSky Automotive GmbH for AdBlue in Germany market leader
BALVE, Germany--In order to urge on the set-up of an optimal European and international network for AdBlue, an agreement was signed between BlueSky Automotive GmbH and Kingspan Environmental, Managing Director Europe, Michael Engsted, on March 17th 2010 concerning the worldwide use of AdBlue filling facilities. This ag ... Continue reading
Micropelt Infinite Wireless Power Supply Field-Tested At Dutch Refinery
FREIBURG, Germany--Micropelt, an innovator in thermal energy harvesting technology, has collaborated with Royal Dutch Shell to prove the concept of converting waste heat into a sustainable, maintenance-free power supply for wireless sensor devices. Shell sees wireless sensor networks as a strong contributor to increasi ... Continue reading
Moments in JEGS 50-Years / Jeg wins inaugural Mopar HEMI Shootout (NHRA/JEGS)
Jeg wins inaugural Mopar HEMI Shootout _www.jegs50years.com_ (http://www.jegs50years.com) Five-time world champion is no stranger to making history on the drag strip. To date, he remains the only racer in history to win national events in four different classes in the same season (1997) and he's set records for most vi ... Continue reading
Zhone Technologies Regains Compliance With Nasdaq Minimum Bid Price Rule
OAKLAND, Calif.--Zhone Technologies, Inc. , a global leader in network access solutions for fiber, copper and wireless broadband infrastructures, announced today that it has received notice from The Nasdaq Stock Market (“Nasdaq�??) confirming that the Company has regained compliance with the $1.00 minimum bi ... Continue reading
Media Advisory: THINK Media Ride and Drive Rescheduled from Tuesday, March 30
THINK TO BEGIN SELLING CITY ELECTRIC CAR IN NEW YORK Pioneering electric car company THINK will announce plans to bring the THINK City electric vehicle to customers in New WHAT: York City. Keith Takasawa, Director, Product Development for THINK North WHO: America. WHERE: Phoenix Beverage (Pier 7) 2 Atlantic Avenue Broo ... Continue reading
Announcing TomTom Start2: the Best Way to Get Started with Navigation
AMSTERDAM--TomTom (AEX:TOM2) shifts car navigation up a gear today with the launch of the TomTom Start2, a smart new device that makes driving even more stress-free. New features include advanced lane guidance which makes light work of complex junctions. This feature displays all of the lanes clearly on the device, sho ... Continue reading
Championship Series opens at Placerville Speedway Sat.
  PLACERVILLE SPEEDWAY PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, MARCH 30, 2010 MEDIA CONTACT: BILL SULLIVAN: bsullivan@handyracingpromotions.com   Red Hawk Championship Series begins this Saturday in Placerville Winged Sprint Cars, Late Models and Pure Stocks return to chase coveted track titles  By Bill Sullivan ... Continue reading
China Electric Motor Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Results
2009 total revenue increased by 60.8% through expanded sales to new and existing customers; net income increased by 43.4% SHENZHEN, China, March 31 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Electric Motor, Inc. , a Delaware corporation and China-based company that engages in the design, production, marketing and sale of mic ... Continue reading
LONDON – 31 March, 2010 – Electric scooters and motorcycles offer smart, eco-friendly and accessible mobility options for urban transportation. Thanks to a rapidly developing re-charging infrastructure and innovative design, they have the potential to meet consumer demand and pave the way for innovative micro mobil ... Continue reading
LONDON, March 31 -- Electric scooters and motorcycles offer smart, eco-friendly and accessible mobility options for urban transportation. Thanks to a rapidly developing re-charging infrastructure and innovative design, they have the potential to meet consumer demand and pave the way for innovative micro mobility soluti ... Continue reading
Magnalight Introduces New Extendable Tower for Hazardous Location and Explosion Proof Lights
Please find the attached press release for the new Magnalight explosion proof light tower. ______________________ If you would rather not receive future communications from Larson Electronics, please go to http://LarsonElectronics.pr-optout.com/OptOut.aspx?523700x19828x8611x2x 472868x24000x6&Email=submit%40theautochann ... Continue reading
Ram Truck Brand Continues to Refine the Boldest, Most Powerful and Capable Lineup on the Planet
- Ram 1500 pickup continues to receive accolades for game-changing design, improved quality, segment-first features, increased capability and best-in-class ride quality - All-new 2010 Ram 2500 and 3500 Heavy Duty pickups begin to haul in awards - All-new 2011 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs to complete Ram lineup ... Continue reading
Santa Pod Raceway Presents the Easter Thunderball, Cracking Good Fun!
WELLINGBOROUGH, England, March 31, 2010 -- Santa Pod Raceway, the home of European Drag racing, has provided the perfect solution to entertaining yourself - and the whole family for the entire Easter weekend; the Easter Thunderball! From 2nd to the 5th of April 2010, Santa Pod will rock the surrounding Northamptonshire ... Continue reading
Wingless Sprint Shootout opens at Silver Dollar Friday
 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, MARCH 29, 2010 MEDIA CONTACT: Bill Sullivan: bsullivan@handyracingpromotions.com  Hunt Magnetos Wingless Shootout Series opens Friday in Chico  By Bill Sullivan, Handy Racing Promotions Media Relations  CHICO, CA – As Silver Dollar Speedway opens it's 2010 Feather Fa ... Continue reading
XL Navigation Just Got Even Better
AMSTERDAM--TomTom (AEX:TOM2) has made effortless navigation even more sophisticated with the new XL IQ Routesâ„¢ edition2. This successor to the award-winning TomTom XL IQ Routesâ„¢ edition sports a new simplified menu, along with features such as advanced lane guidance, spoken street names, Map Shareâ„¢ an ... Continue reading
Dodge: The Full-of-Life Brand Delivers More Style, Capability and Value
NEW YORK, March 31 -- The Dodge brand is charging into the 2010 New York International Auto Show with its upgraded product portfolio, including new lifestyle packages designed to meet the needs of new 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger, Dodge Charger, Dodge Journey and Dodge Nitro model customers. I ... Continue reading
'Connected' 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan at the 2010 New York International Auto Show
NEW YORK, March 31 -- -- Connected Dodge Grand Caravan features intuitive, life-simplifying technology from Chrysler Group infotainment engineering -- Drivers can safely communicate, navigate and select entertainment options using advanced voice recognition controls -- Services from FLO TV(TM), SIRIUS | XM Satellite Ra ... Continue reading
Ford and Microsoft - Two Hohmies
NEW YORK, March 31, 2010 â The drive toward broad commercialization of electric vehicles intensified today as Ford Motor Company and Microsoft jointly introduced a new way for consumers to manage their energy use if they choose to plug in their next vehicle. Microsoftâs Hohm software application, which allows ... Continue reading
Imagination Caps Off Ford's Auto Show Season at the 2010 New York International Auto Show
Presence Communicates Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Unique Advantages Via Highly-Engaging Interactive Experiences Multi-Sensory Activities Lead the Way to Showcase Ford's Industry-Leading Interactive Driver Connect Technology NEW YORK, March 31 -- Imagination, the global brand communications agency, has created an unpreced ... Continue reading
Mazda Announces Pricing for 2011 MAZDA2 Subcompact
All-New Model Starts at $13,980 NEW YORK, March 31 -- The all-new 2011 MAZDA2 will begin to arrive in U.S. showrooms in July 2010, with a starting manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $13,980. Zoom-Zoom in its most concentrated form, MAZDA2 is the latest in a line of stylish, insightful and fun-to-drive smal ... Continue reading
39 MPG Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Debuts at New York Auto Show - COMPLETE VIDEO
Breakthrough Lithium Polymer Batteries Leapfrog Existing Nickel-Metal Hydride and Lithium-Ion Technology NEW YORK, March 31 -- As global automakers work out implementation timing for new fuel-efficient powertrain technologies such as gasoline direct-injection (GDI), twin-scroll turbochargers, and full-hybrid powertrain ... Continue reading
HERNDON, Va., March 31 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today unveiled the second generation Touareg, showcasing the brand's first-ever hybrid at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. Taking the Touareg to the forefront of its class are three available engines to suit a variety of different drivers: A V6 FSI® gasol ... Continue reading
All-New Acura TSX Sport Wagon Debuts at 2010 New York International Auto Show
2011 TSX Sport Wagon to arrive at Acura dealerships in late Fall NEW YORK, March 31 -- The all-new 2011 Acura TSX Sport Wagon made its world debut at the New York International Auto Show today. The TSX Sport Wagon offers a smart solution to modern utility needs with its balanced and efficient driving performance couple ... Continue reading
All-New Compact CUV Continues Kia's Design-Led Transformation - Complete redesign for longest-running Kia nameplate - All-new CUV offers increased levels of refinement, power, fuel efficiency, technology and convenience features NEW YORK, March 31 -- Adding another chapter to Kia's ever-evolving design transformation s ... Continue reading
2011 Infiniti QX Makes World Debut at New York International Auto Show - COMPLETE VIDEO
-- All-new Infiniti luxury SUV offers dramatic styling, 5-star travel experience -- Delivers 25% more horsepower, more than 10% better fuel economy -- Pricing remains the same as 2010 QX, starts at $56,700 USD NEW YORK, March 31 -- Infiniti today revealed its all-new 2011 Infiniti QX full-size SUV at a press conference ... Continue reading
Toyota Recalls - Edmunds.com Announces Rules of Unintended Acceleration Contest
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, today has released the rules of its Unintended Acceleration Contest at http://www.edmunds.com/contest. âThe increasing complexity of vehicle control strategies, necessary to transparently integrate hybrid electric components ... Continue reading
New Cayenne is more sporting and dynamic, more fuel efficient, more spacious and lighter than its predecessor NEW YORK, March 31 -- Porsche introduced the next-generation Cayenne sport utility vehicle today, including a hybrid gas-electric version, to the North American market during a press conference at the New York ... Continue reading
T. Boone Pickens Statement on President Obama's Remarks on Offshore Drilling
T. Boone Pickens Statement on President Obamaâs Remarks on Offshore DrillingT. Boone Pickens offered the following comment on President Obamaâs remarks today advocating more offshore drilling: âPresident Obamaâs plan to promote more offshore drilling for oil and natural gas is an important step in a ... Continue reading
2010 NY Auto Show: Bentley Mulsanne, the Mighty V8 - VIDEO ENHANCED
Bentleys new 6¾ litre, twin-turbocharged V8 engine blends state-of-the-art technology with a classic configuration thatâs propelled Creweâs finest cars for over 50 years. Like the rest of the Mulsanne, every 505bhp V8 is hand-assembled and fully tested by Bentleyâs technicians. CREWE - England - March 31, ... Continue reading
2010 NY Auto Show: BMW Press Conference - COMPLETE VIDEO
NEW YORK - March 31, 2010: The live BMW press conference from the 2010 New York Auto Show features the North American premiere of the new BMW 5 Series, 335is Coupe and Convertible and the newly updated BMW X5. Jim O'Donnell, President of BMW North America, and Jack Pitney, Vice President of BMW Marketing and Product St ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz at the 2010 New York International Auto Show
NEW YORK, March 31, 2010 -- - World Premiere of the New-Generation R-Class and Model Offensive on the U.S. Market Cross reference: Following the successful start to the year with a clear rebound against the first quarter 2009, Mercedes-Benz is pushing forward with its model offensive on the U.S. market. Taking center s ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Global Hybrid Cars - The Next Big Thing
DUBLIN--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Hybrid Cars - The Next Big Thing" report to their offering. âGlobal Hybrid Cars - The Next Big Thingâ With the rapidly growing concern over carbon emissions in the environment paired with highly volatile fuel prices, the hybrid car industr ... Continue reading
NEW YORK - March 31, 2010: More than forty years after the arrival of the original Datsun 240Z, the Z remains one of the best-selling sports cars in North America, as well as one of the best performance values. Totally redesigned for the 2009 model year, the iconic Z remains true to the original concept of combining st ... Continue reading
Mazda to Bring New Fuel-Efficient Gas and Diesel Powertrains to the U.S. Market in 2011 and 2012
SKY-G* and SKY-Drive* to launch in U.S. in 2011; SKY-D* and SKY-Drive in 2012 NEW YORK, March 31 -- At its press conference at the New York International Auto Show, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced it plans to launch its all-new SKY Concept* powertrains into the U.S. market, beginning as early as ... Continue reading
All-new 2011 Volvo S60 Makes North American Debut at New York Auto Show
NEW YORK, March 31 -- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (VCNA) pulled the wraps off the all-new 2011 S60 sport sedan today at the New York Auto Show. The all-new Volvo S60 sport sedan will arrive at dealerships later this fall. The all-new S60 introduces a unique safety technology: Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Br ... Continue reading
Record Order For Volkswagen Crafter Tippers
The environmental credentials of the Crafter's BlueTDI engines, with emissions beyond the latest Euro5 standards, has helped Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles achieve one of its biggest orders ever for Crafter Tippers - one of the off-the-shelf conversions available from Volkswagen Van Centres. ... Continue reading
Infiniti Debuts New 2011 QX and Announces Pricing at New York Auto Show
All-new Infiniti luxury SUV offers dramatic styling, 5-star travel experience Delivers 25% more horsepower, more than 10% better fuel economy Pricing remains the same as 2010 QX, starts at $56,700 USD NEW YORK - March 31, 2010: Infiniti today revealed its all-new 2011 Infiniti QX full-size SUV at a press conference at ... Continue reading
Service From First To Last - Hyundai Moves Into Funerals
The arrival of a new car - especially a Hyundai - is certain to cause plenty of excitement for the new owner. However, even this elation is often tinged with a little sadness about the fate of the old car being left behind. ... Continue reading
New Light-Vehicle Sales in a Majority of Major Markets Projected to Improve in 2010, With the Exception of Western Europe WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., March 31 -- As global light-vehicle sales emerge from their low point in 2009, mature markets, collectively, are expected to begin a slow trek back to pre-2009 levels, whil ... Continue reading
Accuride Introduces New Sizes of Gunite Optimum Lightweight Drums
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Accuride Corporation (OTCBB:Â ACUZ) today announced that in support of the revised stopping distance regulations for standard three-axle tractors, it is introducing two new sizes of its Gunite Optimum Lightweight Drum (GOLDTM). The new regulations will go into effect August 1, 2011. “Adding the new ... Continue reading
American Traffic Solutions Prevails in Another Court Win for Road Safety Programs
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--The U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a U.S. District Court’s dismissal of a lawsuit that alleged traffic citations issued as part of a road safety program violated motorists’ constitutional rights. The lawsuit alleged the program is criminal in nature and violated due process ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--Citigroup Inc. today announced that New York City Deputy Mayor Edward Skyler will join the company as Executive Vice President, Global Public Affairs. In this newly created position, Mr. Skyler will lead all external and internal communications and share leadership of Government Affairs and Investor Relations ... Continue reading
Force and Hight on Ford Teleconference Tomorrow
***FORD RACING TELECONFERENCE ADVISORY***Wednesday, March 31 at 2pm ETFord Racing will host a media teleconference featuring the winner of the Inaugural NHRA Four-Wide Nationals John Force, driver/owner of the Castrol GTX High Mileage Ford Mustang Funny Car, on Wednesday, March 31st. This was John Forceâ€℠... Continue reading
FOUR-WIDE CHAMPS FORCE, CORY MAC HEADLINE TONIGHT'S WFO RADIO
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOUR-WIDE CHAMPS JOHN FORCE, CORY MAC HEADLINE TONIGHT'S WFO RADIO * * HOLLYWOOD, FL (March 30, 2010) -* John Force and Cory McClenathan, winners of the inaugural NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway, will headline tonight's WFO Radio NHRA Tuesday with Joe Castello, live at 7 p.m. ET. To list ... Continue reading
GAINSCO Reports 4th Quarter and Year 2009 Results
DALLAS, March 30 -- GAINSCO, INC. (NYSE Amex: GAN) today announced net income for the fourth quarter 2009 of $0.2 million, or $0.05 per common share, basic and diluted. This compares to a fourth quarter 2008 net loss of $0.1 million, or $0.02 per common share, basic and diluted. Net income for the year ended December 3 ... Continue reading
For Immediate Release Contact: johnt@c2group.com Intersport Racing Attacks LMPC Class at Sebring 12 Hour With the remains of the team's LMP1 car on a trailer back to Dublin, Intersport Racing prepared to take on the new American Le Mans Series LMPC class. With an all-new car and driver line-up, the team took the grid w ... Continue reading
Jet Announced Return to Valley of Speed - April 10th Practice Night Set - LVS
The Jet Makes Return in Search of #6 at the Valley of Speed Tuesday March 30, 2010 West Lebanon, NY: The official notice was issued just a few short days ago confirming that Sussex, New Jersey pilot, Brett “the Jet” Hearn will make the Valley of Speed his 2010 playground in both Big Block and 358 Modified Divisions ... Continue reading
Koch drives to 10th in NASCAR West opener
For Immediate Release, March 29, 2010 Media Contact: Bill Sullivan: sullivanimages@sbcglobal.net Team Information: www,goldengateracingteam.com  Last turn collision nets top ten finish for Koch and GGRT in NASCAR K&N Pro Series opener at All American Speedway  By Bill Sullivan, GGRT Media Relations  ROSEVILLE, CA ... Continue reading
Local and International Elementary Students Go for Gold in JetToy Olympics at SAE World Congress
DETROIT, March 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Several hundred elementary students will go for the gold April 14 - and they'll learn about engineering principles in the process - when they compete in the JetToy Olympics at the SAE 2010 World Congress at Cobo Center. The event begins in Macomb Hall at 9 a.m. and will fini ... Continue reading
Miller Barrett Racing - Birmingham entry withdrawn
Miller Barrett Racing will not compete in the next GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Cask No. 16 race, scheduled for April 10 at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Ala. The team has withdrawn its entry of the No. 48 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup car driven by Luke Hines of Essex, England, and Bryce Mi ... Continue reading
MORR @ Central Wisconsin Racing Expo II
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ MORR Exhibits at the Central Wisconsin Racing Expo Appleton, WI (March 30, 2010) - Even with ice on many of the lakes in Wisconsin, it is never too early to start thinking about racing! That's what some of the founding members of the Midw ... Continue reading
Parker Wins NorTech Innovation Award for Hydraulic Hybrid Energy Recovery System
Award reflects an increasing focus on innovation at the company to address the world's most pressing challenges CLEVELAND, March 30 -- Parker Hannifin Corporation , the global leader in motion and control technologies, today announced that it has been recognized by NorTech (Northeast Ohio Technology Coalition) as a win ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Declares Quarterly Dividend
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys – Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation’s leading automotive aftermarket service and retail chain, announced that its Board of Directors approved the payment of the next quarterly dividend of $0.03 per share payable on April 26, 2010 to shareholders of record on April 12, 2010. The ann ... Continue reading
Press Release: National AF&V Conference Keynote Speakers Announced
AFV 2010 Logo with Date.jpg For Immediate Release Contact: Kimberly Taylor 702-203-4982 ktaylor@afvi.org National AF&V Conference Keynote Speakers Announced Nationally Recognized Speakers Address Vehicle Innovation, Energy Independence & Clean Air Las Vegas, NV- Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute (AFVi) hosts the sixte ... Continue reading
Speedemissions, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter & December 31, 2009 Year End Results
ATLANTA--Speedemissions, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SPMI - News), a leading vehicle emissions testing and safety inspections company with testing stores in Atlanta, Houston, St. Louis and Salt Lake City today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2009. 2009 Highlights: Income ... Continue reading
Tenneco Modifies U.S. Accounts Receivable Securitization Program
LAKE FOREST, Ill.--Tenneco Inc. announced today that the company has modified its U.S. trade accounts receivable securitization program to extend the revolving terms of the program to March 25, 2011, add an additional bank investor and increase the available financing under the facility by $10 million to a total of $11 ... Continue reading
Volkswagen DriverGear and APR Motorsport Announce Partnership for 2010 Season
Hello, APR Motorsport is proud to announce a marketing partnership with VW Driver Gear for the balance of the 2010 Continental Tire Challenge! With such exciting news, APR was wondering if your company would like to include the attached press release in your next publication, post on your website, or send out to your c ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Instructor Earns Second-Place Finish in Firestone Indy Lights Series Debut
Jan Heylen Pilots Team E Racing Machine In 2010 Season-Opener HERNDON, Va., March 30 -- This past Sunday, Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup chief driving instructor, Jan Heylen, earned a second-place result in his debut in the Indy Lights Series driving for Team E Racing. Due to thunderstorms, the race was shortened from 45 to ... Continue reading
2010 MALAYSIAN GRAND PRIX - PREVIEW
2010 MALAYSIAN GRAND PRIX SEPANG 02 - 04 APRIL PREVIEW Just one week after the Australian Grand Prix, the third race of the 2010 Formula One season will take place at the Sepang International Circuit near Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia on Sunday 4 April. The Malaysian Grand Prix is the home race for the MERCEDES GP PETRONAS ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Launches South American Axle Business for Volkswagen AG
DETROIT, March 30 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, today announced that it has begun supplying rear axles for Volkswagen AG's 2010 Amarok, a new double cab pickup that has initially launched for the South American market. The Amarok incorporates AAM's all-new hi ... Continue reading
As Hybrid Tax Credits Expire, Edmunds.com Evaluates Payback Period of Hybrid and Diesel Vehicles
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Fluctuating gas prices, expiring tax credits and economic instability have many consumers wondering if purchasing a hybrid or diesel vehicle is the most cost-effective choice in today’s market. An updated study by Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, compares ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Opens New Manufacturing Facility in India
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 30 -- BorgWarner Thermal Systems recently opened a new manufacturing facility near Chennai, India. The new 65,000-square-foot (6,000-square-meter) facility is located in a high-tech business park. The environmentally friendly building will provide manufacturing, engineering, sales, and admini ... Continue reading
Cat Auction Services Returns to Houston on April 22
SHAKOPEE, Minn.--Cat Auction Services, recognized the world over for its commitment to building customer loyalty, announced recently that it will hold an unreserved public auction in Houston, Texas, on Thursday, April 22 beginning at 9 a.m. at Houston Raceway Park (2525 FM565 South, Baytown, Texas). This marks the comp ... Continue reading
GRAPEVINE, Texas, March 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- FocusDriven - Advocates for Cell-Free Driving today announced its support of the U.S. House of Representatives passage of a resolution (H. Res. 1186) that designates April as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The resolution, passed on March 23 by a 410-2 ... Continue reading
Industry experts lead second RRDC/FIA Young Drivers Symposium in Long Beach
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Judy Stropus, 203-438-0501; cell 203-243-2438; jstropus@earthlink.net INDUSTRY EXPERTS LEAD SECOND RRDC/FIA YOUNG DRIVERS SYMPOSIUM IN LONG BEACH HILLIARD, Ohio (March 30, 2010) - The list of panelists that will conduct the second RRDC/FIA Young Drivers Symposium in Long Beach, Calif., ha ... Continue reading
Lear Honored by GM as a 2009 Supplier of the Year
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 30 -- Lear Corporation was recently awarded General Motors 2009 Supplier of the Year award for its significant contributions to GM's global product and performance achievements. The 18th annual award was presented to Lear during ceremonies March 11 at the GM Design Dome in Warren, Mich. "The Su ... Continue reading
McMahan drives to podium in GSC opener
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, MARCH 29, 2010 Media Contact: Bill Sullivan: bill@racingforthetroops.com Team Information: www.racingforthetroops.com            Steve Lamothe Photo McMahan drives Racing for the Troops to podium finish in GSC opener  By Bill Sullivan, Racing for the Troops  PLACERVILLE, ... Continue reading
New National Demolition Derby Tour Launched; DD Entertainment, Inc. Announces Demolition Cup Series
Derby Icons, Derby Madness, Lunatic Promotions, Stirrin' Dirt Racing, Ultimate Demo Promotions, WGAS and Wild Thing Promotions Sign Up Their Derbies for New Series SAN DIEGO, March 30 -- DD Entertainment, Inc. (DDE) today announced the launch of a new national demolition derby tour called the Demolition Cup Series devo ... Continue reading
ShopVisible Records Significant Growth in 2009; Doubles Revenue and Signs 24 New Clients
ATLANTA--ShopVisible, a leading provider of on-demand ecommerce solutions, today announced impressive customer momentum and business growth in 2009, more than doubling its revenues and signing 24 new clients, including RightSize Health & Nutrition, Healthe Trim, a division of Healthy Life Sciences, Rothschild Kids and ... Continue reading
Strategy Analytics: Lexus LS460 Mark Levinson Audio System Impresses Consumers
BOSTON--During a recent user evaluation of the 2010 Lexus LS460 entertainment and navigation features, consumers were impressed with the ease of use of the satellite radio, internal hard drive and point-of-interest navigation search, but consumers had difficulty with voice commands. The recent Strategy Analytics Automo ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Instructor Earns Second-Place Finish in Firestone Indy Lights Series Debut
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE * Photos available upon request CONTACT: Jeremy Riffle (310) 210-1336 jeremyriffle@sbcglobal.net Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup Instructor Earns Second-Place Finish in Firestone Indy Lights Series Debut -- Jan Heylen Pilots Team E Racing Machine In 2010 Season-Opener Herndon, Va. (March 30, 2010) Thi ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group LLC Reveals 'Moparized' Jeep and Ram Truck Vehicles at Moab Easter Jeep Safari
Mighty Mopar(R) Machines Arrive in Moab AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 31 -- Chrysler Group LLC arrived with truckloads of head-turning, "Moparized" Jeep® and Ram Truck vehicles to showcase at the 44th annual Moab Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. "Our customized production vehicles show how Mopar can accessorize Jeep and ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, March 31 -- -- Chrysler Group offers the latest safety and security features to transport passengers and gear safely and securely -- Chrysler Group's exclusive Rear Cross Path and Blind-spot Monitoring assist drivers in safe lane changes and backing out of high-traffic parking situations -- New 'SafetyTec' pa ... Continue reading
BWI Group Previews Third Generation of the World's Most Advanced Controlled Suspension System
Suspension and braking specialist BWI Group is developing a third generation of its successful MagneRide controlled suspension system. ... Continue reading
NY Auto Show: 2011 Nissan Juke Sports Cross Makes North American Debut - COMPLETE VIDEO
WATCH THE BROADCAST HERE ON THE AUTO CHANNEL NEW YORK - March 31, 2010: Nissan unveiled the all-new Nissan JUKE sports cross at a special media preview near Rockefeller Center on Tuesday. The dramatically styled JUKE, which joins Nissanâs popular Murano and Rogue crossovers at Nissan dealers nationwide in the fall ... Continue reading
Saab's hiring! 500 workers reportedly needed to boost production
Interested in a job in the automotive world? Saab has the news that you've been waiting for. According to AFP news service, production of Saab vehicles will be boosted to six times the current amount in just two short years. In order to meet that ambitious target, the automaker has announced that it will need the help ... Continue reading
Nissan teases next-generation Quest minivan
Earlier this year, we reported that Nissan would be dropping the Quest minivan from its lineup for the 2010 model year, but we noted that a replacement is in the works. Today, Nissan is showing off this teaser image of the next-generation model which will go on sale in early 2011. Details are slim as of this writing, b ... Continue reading
2011 Scion tC video brings updated sport compact into sharper focus
Thanks to our anonymous tipster from earlier in the day, we know a lot more about the updated 2011 Scion tC than we did yesterday. Tomorrow we'll know even more when the new car debuts at the 2010 New York Auto Show. In the meantime, Scion itself has released a video that confirms many of our tipster's earlier details, ... Continue reading
US Launches Investigations to Resolve Issue of Sudden Acceleration in Toyotas
Two major investigations are getting underway in an effort to answer questions surrounding the issue of unintended vehicle acceleration. The prestigious National Academy of Sciences (NAS) -- an independent body using top scientific experts -- will examine the broad subject of unintended acceleration and electronic vehi ... Continue reading
Carl-Peter Forster to take over as Tata Motors` MD & CEO
Tata Motors has appointed Carl-Peter Forster as its new managing director (MD) and group CEO with effect from Apr. 1, 2010. This is in continuation of the announcement on Feb. 15, 2010 of the appointment of Forster as the group CEO, with overall responsibility of Tata Motors` operations globally, including Jaguar and L ... Continue reading
2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X: Beginning of the End
DETROIT â The first 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X rolled off the assembly line Monday at Chrysler's Conner Avenue plant, marking the beginning of the final year of production for the automaker's storied muscle car. The ACR-X is a limited-edition spec-series racing car that will debut this summer in the Dodge Viper ... Continue reading
Dilip Chenoy to head National Skill Development Corporation
Dilip Chenoy, director general of Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), has been appointed chief executive officer and managing director of the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). 'The NSDC board unanimously selected Chenoy based on his track record of leading a very vibrant sectoral organisatio ... Continue reading
HAL and Rolls-Royce announce manufacturing JV in India
BANGALORE: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the country's premier aerospace company, and Rolls-Royce, the global power systems firm, today signed an agreement to create a manufacturing joint venture here. The new company, a 50:50 joint venture between the city-based HAL and Rolls-Royce, will undertake the manufactu ... Continue reading
New Mclaren MP4-12C Configurator Launched Online - COMPLETE VIDEO
'Designed around the driver' has been the prevailing concept for the MP4-12C. ... Continue reading
12,000 HP on the Starting Grid As 2010 Porsche Carrera Cup GB Is Unleashed
As the 2010 Porsche Carrera Cup GB kicks off at the high-speed Thruxton circuit this weekend, the old guard of Tim Harvey (Oxford) and Michael Caine (Newmarket) should be at the forefront of the action. ... Continue reading
The 500,000th Fiat 500 Rolls Off The Production Line
Another important milestone in the history of the Fiat 500 has been reached with news that the 500,000th Fiat 500 has just rolled off the production line. The half-millionth car was a 69 HP 1.2 litre version with Start&Stop, finished in Funk White. ... Continue reading
Jaguar Land Rover Named International Asian Business Of The Year at the Asian Business Awards
Jaguar Land Rover has been named International Asian Business of the Year (UK) at the Asian Business Awards. The company was praised for its sales growth in both the domestic and overseas markets and for the investment made by the Tata Group ... Continue reading
Leaner, Greener Performance for Citroen's Award-Winning C4 Picasso
Citroen's C4 Picasso and Grand C4 Picasso are now even more fuel and CO2 efficient, thanks to the re-homologation of the 1.6 and 2.0HDi diesel engines in both models. ... Continue reading
Fiat Professional Brings 'The Fleet' To CV Operators Show
Visitors to this year's CV Operators Show will be treated to the full 'Fleet' experience as Fiat Professional brings the fictitious company from its new TV ad campaign to the display halls ... Continue reading
Veda Auto Launches Carhistory.com.au
Veda Advantage's auto business, Veda Auto, today announced its new consumer vehicle history research tool and website, www.Carhistory.com.au, a must-visit website for Australians when buying a used car. ... Continue reading
Dodge Begins Production of 2010 Viper SRT10 ACR-X
The next chapter in the storied racing history of the Dodge Viper is being written as the first 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X rolled off the assembly line at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant in Detroit on Monday, March 29. Built for road racing enthusiasts, the Dodge Viper ACR-X combines the best performance attributes ... Continue reading
Ford: Falcon Soars in Anniversary Year
The legendary Falcon will soar again during 2010 with the release today of a commemorative logo to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Falcon cars in Australia. ... Continue reading
Jeep Broadens Vehicle Lineup with Three New Models
New Jeep(R) vehicles to appear at 2010 New York International Auto Show NEW YORK, March 31 -- -- Liberty Renegade boasts classic Jeep® design, a premium, rugged appearance and numerous standard features that deliver renowned Jeep capability -- Liberty Renegade positioned between Sport and Limited models; available in ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Cruze Eco: Hybrid-Like Fuel Efficiency Without the Price Tag - VIDEO ENHANCED
NEW YORK, March 28 -- -- Cruze Eco delivers an estimated segment-leading 40 mpg on the highway -- Optional RS appearance package for Cruze LT and LTZ trim levels At the New York Auto Show, Chevrolet reveals the compact 2011 Cruze Eco. This high-efficiency model is powered by an Ecotec 1.4L turbocharged engine with vari ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, March 31 -- -- New 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid expected to be most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America -- Lincoln MKZ Hybrid takes SmartGauge(TM) with EcoGuide to next level, offering drivers enhanced positive feedback on long-term fuel efficiency and driving performance -- More standard luxury, technologies a ... Continue reading
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