Zero Motorcycles Awarded Grant for Advanced Electric Powertrain Development Program
- Next Generation Powertrain Development Project Funds to Exceed $1.8 Million - SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Aug. 4 -- Zero Motorcycles, the global leader in the electric motorcycle industry, was recently awarded a $900,000 grant from the California Energy Commission to begin development of a new advanced compact electric power ... Continue reading
Smart 7.5KW Brushless DC Motor Controller Targets Small Electric Vehicles and Robotics
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--Roboteq, Inc. (www.roboteq.com) introduces an intelligent controller capable of directly driving a brushless DC up to 150Amps at up to 50V. The BL1650 is targeted at designers of electric bikes or karts, mobile robots, or any other high-power brushless motor control application. The controller accept ... Continue reading
Subaru Partners with Mount Washington Observatory to Help Raise Nearly $200,000
- Record Success at 10th Annual Seek the Peak Hike-a-Thon Fundraiser - CHERRY HILL, N.J., Aug. 4 -- Subaru of America, Inc. sponsored the 10th annual Seek the Peak hike-a-thon that raised a record-breaking $197,000 for the Mount Washington Observatory. A long-standing Subaru partner, the Mount Washington Observatory ho ... Continue reading
Tesla Motors Reports Second Quarter Results
PALO ALTO, Calif.--Tesla Motors, Inc. today announced its preliminary unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2010. Revenues for the second quarter of 2010 were $28.4 million, a 36% increase from the $20.8 million reported in the prior quarter. Gross margin improved to 22%, up from 19% for the prior ... Continue reading
From the North American debut of the 918 Spyder to rare classics from Stuttgart's Porsche Museum, this annual gathering promises automotive temptation for all ATLANTA, Aug. 4 -- The Monterey Historic Weekend traditionally focuses on the most coveted automobiles from around the world, but rarely have vehicles with a "hy ... Continue reading
Is Your Car Back-to-College Ready?
Don't Overlook Vehicle Maintenance 101 BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 4 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In August it's easy for college students to remember to get new clothes, school supplies and dorm and apartment furniture, but what about preparing the car that's going to haul all that stuff? The Car Care Council reminds students a ... Continue reading
Driving Safety: Subaru Highlights the Moment When 'That Moment' Arrives
-- New Ad Talks to Parents' Worries When Children Get Their First Driver's License-- -- Real Life Father and Daughters Play Out Critical Moment When Teen First Takes the Wheel -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Aug. 4 -- Subaru of America, Inc.'s new television ad titled, "Baby Driver," is tugging at the heartstrings of parents aro ... Continue reading
MotorVac releases newest automatic transmission fluid exchanger - The TransTech IV
TORONTO, Aug. 4 -- MotorVac recently announced the highly anticipated TransTech IV ATF exchanger is officially in production. The TransTech IV combines both Inline and Dipstick capabilities allowing for the two most common methods of ATF exchange from a single machine. With both inline and dipstick services together in ... Continue reading
Program to teach more than 400 teens hands-on safety training to address key teen crash problems -- More than 400 Seattle area teens are invited to participate in the Ford Driving Skills for Life Ride and Drive hands-on driving safety event. Program is one of the only in the nation with a comprehensive series of exerci ... Continue reading
ZAP Delivers Fleet of Electric Trucks
SANTA ROSA, Calif.--Electric vehicle pioneer ZAP (OTCBB:ZAAP) today announced that its newest dealer, Alvarez ZAP, has opened in Riverside, California and will be serving commercial and government markets throughout the entire Inland Empire. âToday we take another step forward in the greening of Riverside by trans ... Continue reading
Jeep Rocks the Way on a Road to Indianapolis
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 4 -- -- On- and off-road driving course demonstrates legendary 4x4 capability of Jeep® vehicles -- Consumers can experience the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the iconic Jeep Wrangler and the entire Jeep brand vehicle lineup The Jeep® brand is bringing the "Jeep Rocks & Road Tour," an on- ... Continue reading
USAA Redefines Car Buying with Launch of Auto CircleTM: Find, Finance, Insure on Mobile App
SAN ANTONIO--Buying a car? USAA has an app for that. âThink of Home Circle as an all-access pass for our members. Through this program they can now tap into the same comprehensive listing information available to real estate agentsâ From the industry leader that created Deposit@MobileTM, USAA is making its me ... Continue reading
GM Commemorates 30 Years of Aerodynamic Progress
It's Why Your Car is Less of a Drag Than It Used to Be WARREN, Mich., Aug. 4 -- For 30 years, engineers have used the GM Aerodynamics Laboratory to improve fuel economy by helping cars and trucks slip through the air more easily. Put into operation in August 1980, the wind tunnel is the largest of its type dedicated to ... Continue reading
Most Fuel-Efficient Automaker in America, Hyundai, Says Lineup to Average Minimum 50 mpg by 2025
- Since 2008 Hyundai has been the most fuel-efficient manufacturer in the U.S.(1) - Since becoming the leader in fuel economy, Hyundai market share is up 50 percent - Hyundai's next goal: Average at least 50 mpg by 2025 through innovative Blue Drive(TM) technologies TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 4 -- Hyundai Motor America ... Continue reading
Merced Systems extends its market position as largest ICM vendor in Europe REDWOOD SHORES, Calif. and LONDON, Aug. 4 -- Merced Systems, the leader in sales performance management and service performance management solutions, today announced that Kia Motors UK - one of the world's fastest growing car manufacturers - has ... Continue reading
OnStar Cautioning Drivers on Vehicle Heat Danger for Kids
Nation on Pace for Record Number of Child Deaths from Hyperthermia DETROIT, Aug. 4 -- Only parents and caregivers can be sure their child or pet is not left unattended in a vehicle, but with August's hot temperatures, OnStar advisors are ending calls by cautioning drivers who push the blue button to avoid a potentially ... Continue reading
SunTrust Racing - Crown Royal 200 at The Glen Preview
WATKINS GLEN, Aug. 3, 2010: Swim, bike, run: the three events that make up the modern-day triathlon. Watkins Glen, Montreal, Salt Lake City: the final three stops on the 2010 GRAND-Am Rolex Sports Car Series calendar. Max Angelelli, Ricky Taylor, Travis Jacobson: the SunTrust Racing threesome that prepped for the seaso ... Continue reading
JR Motorsports Team Preview No. 88 Grand Touring Vodka Chevrolet - No. 7 Schick Hydro Chevrolet
EVENT â Zippo 200 (82 laps / 200 miles) TRACK â Watkins Glen International (2.45-mile road course) DATE â Saturday, August 7, 2010 TV / RADIO â ESPN (coverage begins at 1:30 p.m. EST) / MRN (broadcast begins at 1:30 p.m. EST) Ron Fellows No. 88 Grand Touring Vodka Chevrolet âIâm excited to ... Continue reading
Roush Exhaust Brings Growl To 5.0L Engine
LIVONIA, August 3, 2010: The new Ford 5.0L engine in the 2011 Mustang is an amazing performance package. Now, with the addition of the new ROUSH® exhaust for this engine, it can also have the growl and menacing throaty bark that an American V-8 muscle car needs. Drivers will experience an aggressive sound under acce ... Continue reading
Clements Becomes Youngest Super Challenge Winner in ProSolo History
PACKWOOD, Aug. 3, 2010: The penultimate round of the Tire Rack® SCCA ProSolo® National Series became a historic occasion when 16-year-old Jonathan Clements, of Alta Loma, Calif., became the youngest Gumout Super Challenge winner in ProSolo history at the Packwood (Wash.) ProSolo, July 31 â Aug. 1. Clements h ... Continue reading
Moraes, Viso And Sato Set For Another Strong Run At Mid-Ohio
LEXINGTON, Aug. 3 , 2010: The three-driver KV Racing Technology contingent enters Sundayâs Honda Indy 200 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course on a high note. After scoring all four KVRT drivers in the top-ten at Edmonton two weeks ago, the Indianapolis-based squad with an international flair â drivers from Braz ... Continue reading
New Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo - Most Powerful New Shape 5-Series Yet
Following its worldwide launch at the recent Goodwood Festival of Speed, the keenly anticipated ALPINA counterpart of the new BMW 5-Series saloon is now available in the UK. ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Does The Double At Auto Express New Car Awards 2010
The Volkswagen Golf has again been recognised as the best in its class with a pair of wins in hotly contested categories at the annual Auto Express New Car Awards. ... Continue reading
Land Rover Offers Customers More Choice With Efficient 2011 Freelander 2
The 2011 Freelander 2 model range, on sale in the UK from the end of September 2010, benefits from a new 2.2-litre diesel engine available with either 150PS or 190PS outputs, a new look exterior plus interior alterations including new instrument dials and a new Premium Pack option. ... Continue reading
Vauxhall Set To Wow Paris Crowds
With two world premieres and a host of new exciting models, the Vauxhall stand will be one of the star attractions at this year's Mondial de l'Automobile in Paris (October 2 - 17), the most visited motor show in the world. ... Continue reading
Hyundai's Pitch for Sale! World Cup i10 is up for Charity Auction.
If you want a car that attracts attention, forget exotica. You need to buy a Hyundai i10 covered in turf with a football on the roof! ... Continue reading
Skoda Delivers a Two-Wheel Treat for Company Car in Action Competition Winner
London-based fleet co-ordinator, Louise Haigh, received an unexpected surprise when she attended the Greener Company Car in Action Day (GCCIA) 2010 after entering a competition at the Skoda stand. ... Continue reading
Chevrolet: The Racing Line - Online!
The Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship returns to the track this weekend after its summer break, with crowds expected to flock to Snetterton in Norfolk for one of the fastest races of the season. ... Continue reading
Ford and the AA Help Drivers to Save Fuel
Ford and AA DriveTech are helping Ford drivers to save fuel by offering specialised driver training. ... Continue reading
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has announced its new 'Moving Object Detection' (MOD) driving assistance technology, which is designed to detect moving objects around the vehicle and alert the driver to their presence. MOD has been developed as an additional function for Around View Monitor,1 Nissan's driving and parking assist ... Continue reading
Subaru achieved all-time record July sales of 3253 vehicles, according to official VFACTS figures released today. ... Continue reading
Mazda RX-8 SP Is Back and Heading For Higher Ground
Mazda Australia has rebuilt the Mazda RX-8 SP that crashed out of this year's Targa Tasmania while running second outright and has confirmed that the rotary rocket will make its rally comeback at the inaugural Targa High Country event in November. ... Continue reading
Alto Leads Record Sales for Suzuki
Record sales for Suzuki's economy busting Alto sub-light car have the company on track for another record year. ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports Second-Quarter Jump in Earnings
The BMW Group recorded a significant increase in sales volume, revenues and earnings in the second quarter 2010 ... Continue reading
Enthusiasts Gather for Shannons Classic at Eastern Creek
Motoring enthusiasts and their cars from around New South Wales and the ACT will be gathering in Sydney over the August 21-22 weekend for 'Display Day' - the 2010 Shannons Eastern Creek Classic, which this year is expected to attract over 1,800 cars and bikes. ... Continue reading
BMW Group U.S. Reports July 2010 Sales
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 3 -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported July sales of 23,390 vehicles, an increase of 10.1 percent from the 21,253 vehicles sold last year. Year-to-date, the BMW Group also reported a sales volume of 144,975 vehicles, up 6.8 percent from the 135,701 units sold last yea ... Continue reading
Tata, EV's, China and More In C.A.R.S Management Briefing Seminar Day 2
CENTER FOR AUTOMOTIVE RESEARCH MANAGEMENT BRIEFING SEMINARS 2010 Traverse City â Day 2 By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau While attendance here at Management Briefing Seminars seemed weak yesterday, itâs usually less attended the first day of the conference. I understand that the official number ... Continue reading
Dana Holding Corporation to Participate in 2010 J.P. Morgan Annual Auto Conference on August 9
MAUMEE, Ohio, Aug. 2 -- Dana Holding Corporation announced today that President and Chief Executive Officer Jim Sweetnam will participate in the upcoming J.P. Morgan Annual Auto Conference in Detroit, Mich., on Monday, Aug. 9, 2010. Mr. Sweetnam will present for approximately 30 minutes, beginning at 2:25 p.m. EDT, and ... Continue reading
ExecuCar® celebrates with five dollar discount on all ExecuCar services now through August 30th PHOENIX, Aug. 2 -- ExecuCar®, the premier luxury sedan service in the U.S., has opened sedan service in Houston, TX, making ExecuCar available in 23 markets serving 35 airports around the country. ExecuCar is taking reserv ... Continue reading
Ford to Participate In J.P. Morgan Auto Conference
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 2 -- On Monday, August 9, Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service, Ford Motor Company, will participate in a webcasted discussion with analysts, which will include a question-and-answer session, at the J.P. Morgan Auto Conference. Czubay is scheduled to speak from 3:15 p ... Continue reading
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 2 -- WHEN: August 4, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. ET LOCATION: Online, with free registration SPEAKER: Veerender Kaul, Research Director, Frost & Sullivan (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20081117/FSLOGO) (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20081117/FSLOGO) Vehicle manufacturers target v ... Continue reading
Kimmel Races to Seventh-Place Finish at Pocono Raceway
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LUCAS OFF-ROAD - GLEN HELEN THIS WEEKEND!
EVENT FACT SHEET: LUCAS @ GLEN HELEN AUG 6-7-8, 2010 WHAT: THE LUCAS OIL OFF ROAD RACING SERIES makes its only 2010 Southern California visit this weekend at Glen Helen Motorsports Park in Devore for races 9 and 10 in the 16-event championship series. This is World-Class Short Track Racing close-up and personal on a sp ... Continue reading
Media Release: Aiming to bounce back at MId-Ohio
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Media Release: Brabham To Resume Race Winning Momentum At Mid-Ohio
Media Release: Brabham To Resume Race Winning Momentum At Mid-Ohio London, UK - Monday, August 2, 2010; David Brabham will be looking to restore his American Le Mans Series race winning momentum in round six, the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Challenge at Lexington, Ohio, August 5-7, as the 2010 championship battle enters a pivo ... Continue reading
MORE MECHANICAL WOES FOR DRISSI AT AUTOBAHN
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NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Final Results from Spokane County Raceway, Spokane, Wash.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NHRA LUCAS OIL DRAG RACING SERIES - NORTHWEST DIVISION SPOKANE COUNTY RACEWAY Sunday, August 1, 2010 Contact: Eric Lotz, NHRA (626) 688-8646 WINNERS CROWNED IN LUCAS OIL SERIES SPOKANE, Wash. (August 1, 2010) - Mike Austin and Clint Thompson captured wins and took home trophies for the NHRA Lucas ... Continue reading
Roman Sets Loring Land Speed Record
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SCOTT DOMINATES TOYOTA/TRD 100 IN EMOTIONAL, CAREER-DEFINING NIGHT
Attached photo: Matt Scott, Keith Garrett, Dottie Garrett, and TJ Garrett stand by the "Tribute to Art Garrett" #35 Chevrolet after Matt Scott's win on Saturday. Â Steven Blakesley Email: steven@norcalmedia.com Phone: (916) 316-4854 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Â SCOTT DOMINATES TOYOTA/TRD 100 IN EMOTIONAL, CAREER-DEFINING ... Continue reading
Solid 10th-place Finish for Brandon McReynolds Despite Early Flat Tire at Pocono Raceway
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SSP Race Results from Saturday Night, July 31
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ehrhart and Palm Jr. Claim Feature Wins at SSP Saturday Night Newberrytown, PA (July 31, 2010) - On one of the best prepared tracks in the history of the SSP, Dover's Justin Ehrhart did his patented backflip off the roof of his car in victory lane after winnin ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Results
- Net sales $53.2 million. - Adjusted EBITDA $3.3 million. - Gross margin 34.6%. CARSON, Calif., Aug. 2 -- U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. , one of the largest online providers of automotive aftermarket parts and accessories, today reported net sales for the second quarter ended July 3, 2010 of $53.2 million compared wit ... Continue reading
2010 HUNGARIAN GRAND PRIX - RACE
2010 HUNGARIAN GRAND PRIX BUDAPEST 1 AUGUST RACE Michael Schumacher finished the Hungarian Grand Prix in 11th place today whilst Nico Rosberg retired following a pit stop incident. Nico lost a position at the start and was running in seventh place when he came into the pits on lap 16 following the deployment of the saf ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Connects 900th Financing Source to Its Industry-Leading Network
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.--DealerTrack, Inc., a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. , a leading provider of on-demand software and data solutions for the U.S. automotive retail industry, today announced that the number of active financing sources connected to the DealerTrack(R) network has reached 900. “We’re pl ... Continue reading
Hertz and Air France Renew Their Long Standing, Preferred Partnership
LONDON, August 2, 2010 -- - 21 Years of Superior Service Both on the Ground and in the Air, Now Extended Until 2013 Hertz, the world's largest general use car rental brand, today announced it has extended its 21 year preferred partnership with Air France - Europe's largest airline - for a further three years. Air Franc ... Continue reading
Webber wins 4th race in Hungary
BUDAPEST, Hungary- Taking full advantage of a safety car period, and a mistake by his teammate Sebastian Vettel, Mark Webber continued to have an impressive season as the Australian took complete domination of the race and went on to win the Grand Prix of Hungary at the Hungaroring by 20 seconds over second place Ferna ... Continue reading
AAA's High Yield Savings Program Doubles Deposits to $2 Billion in 12 Months
AAA partnership with Discover Bank gains further momentum as consumers seek safety and higher than average rates ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- AAA announced today that total deposits in its AAA Deposit Program, offered in conjunction with Discover Bank, have doubled to $2 billion in the past 12 month ... Continue reading
Blind Driver Challenge of the National Federation of the Blind Featured at NIWeek 2010
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Blind Driver Challenge of the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) is one of the new technological innovations that will be featured at this year's NIWeek, held August 3-5. Hosted by National Instruments (NI), NIWeek is the world's leading graphical system design c ... Continue reading
Douglas Motorsports - TORC Oshkosh Video
SCOTT DOUGLAS Dominates Podium @ TORC Oshkosh OSHKOSH VIDEO [http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1103594399599&s=547&e=001f3GSb7dl 69oKOBOy9y_TMAIYg6DOsEA2OKP_RJfsmVLfnXtorjMhhvMl1N4ENCm_FNoRt48JmIInscv nEAaTgperGeFlJjTcWqVpQYPtJ8v5-c3uegWNeFrz0Gs-f6to_gftkC4-9dM=] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLT-iWZyscM [http://r20.rs6.ne ... Continue reading
Fwd: Mid-Season Changes Will Not Dampen Babb's Spirit
Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: michelle@michellepetroff.com > Date: August 1, 2010 11:09:23 PM CDT > To: michelle@michellepetroff.com > Subject: Mid-Season Changes Will Not Dampen Babb's Spirit > > Prepared by Michelle Petroff for Shannon Babb Racing > > Official Team Release > > MID-SEASON CHANGE ... Continue reading
Walter P. Chrysler Museum Wraps Up 2010 Cruise Nights with Two August Dates
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 2 -- WHAT: Cruise Nights at the Walter P. Chrysler Museum - fifth annual series WHEN: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4 (Jeep® Night) and Aug. 18 (Classic Cruiser Night) WHERE: Walter P. Chrysler Museum, One Chrysler Dr., Auburn Hills, 48326 (off I-75 at exit 78) DETAILS: -- Cruise Night hig ... Continue reading
A.J. Frank Piles On Another Top-Five At Iowa Speedway
A.J. Frank Piles On Another Top-Five At Iowa Speedway “Adverse Weather Conditions Stall Potential Win Under The Lights�?? NEWTON, Iowa (August 3, 2010) - - One can only wonder if A.J. Frank ran the full 2010 USARacing Pro Cup Series schedule this year, where he would be sitting in the point standings after F ... Continue reading
ASA Press Release - TAKING A CHAMPION TO THE NEXT LEVEL
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PRESS RELEASE August 3, 2010 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ For Immediate Release Contact: Kevin Ramsell,ASA Public Relations Director (kramsell@asa-racing.com [mailto:racingpr@me.com]) ~ ... Continue reading
International Cars, Ltd. Celebrates Back to School Month with Digital Wish
DANVERS, Mass.--The International Cars, Ltd. (ICL) family of dealerships invites its customers and community to join them this August in celebrating “National Back to School�?? month. For each vehicle sold throughout the month of August, each of ICL’s six dealerships will donate $100, up to $10,000, t ... Continue reading
Lear Media Advisory - Important Announcement Regarding Lear's Support for the City of Detroit
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., August 3, 2010 - Lear Corporation [NYSE: LEA], a leading global supplier of automotive seating and electrical power management systems, today announced that Bob Rossiter, Chairman, CEO and president, will join Mayor Dave Bing at the Virgil H. Carr Cultural Arts Center, 311 East Grand River in Paradis ... Continue reading
Possible venture would serve automotive OEMs in China and Global Markets PITTSBURGH, Aug. 3 -- PGW LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, and Xinyi Automobile Parts (Wuhu) Co. Ltd. have entered into discussions relating to the potential formation of a joint venture company, or other cooperative effort. The effort c ... Continue reading
SATURDAY NIGHT UNDER THE LIGHTS AT TOYOTA SPEEDWAY
1ST LUCAS OIL NORTH-SOUTH SHOOT-OUT! MODIFIEDS RETURN TO TOYOTA SPEEDWAY Saturday Night: August 7, 2010 Irwindale, Calif. - - It’s been a few years since the motoring Modifieds made fast laps at Toyota Speedway. Too many years, in fact, for a lot of fans who loved the way that these semi-open-wheel speed demons circu ... Continue reading
Suppliers Gain as Ford Improves Global Parts Commonality and Complexity Reduction
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 3 -- -- ONE Ford transformation is improving competitiveness for Ford and its supply base around the world -- Global economies of scale allow suppliers to more efficiently design and produce parts for Ford vehicles Ford Motor Company is simplifying how it works with suppliers by reducing comp ... Continue reading
ARLINGTON, VA August 3, 2010; The rate at which people file insurance claims for theft is highest for versions of the 2007-09 Cadillac Escalade, a luxury SUV, followed by the Ford F-250 crew pickup, Infiniti G37 luxury car, and Dodge Charger with a HEMI engine. Theft rates for these vehicles are 3 to 5 times as high as ... Continue reading
WESTBOROUGH, Mass.--Boston-Power̨ Founder and CEO Dr. Christina Lampe-̉nnerud will join Saab Chairman/Spyker CEO Victor Muller; Toyota EVP Steve St. Angelo; and AK Steel Chairman, President and CEO James Wainscott for a spirited discussion about the historic changes seen throughout the automotive indust ... Continue reading
Subaru Continues Breaking Sales Records, Announces Its Best July in History
-- Subaru Outback Has Best Month Ever Selling 9,030 Units -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., Aug. 3 -- Subaru of America, Inc. posted its best July sales in history with 23,983 vehicles sold in July 2010 - a 10-percent increase over July 2009 sales of 21,839 units. Year-to-date sales totaled 149,943 units compared with 115,145 unit ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Sales Increase 14.6 Percent in July 2010
- Nissan sales rise 12.1 percent; all trucks, SUVs and crossovers gain - - Infiniti performance increases 37.6 percent after debut of second-generation QX56 - FRANKLIN, Tenn., Aug. 3 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported July sales of 82,337 units versus 71,847 units a year earlier, an increase of 14.6 per ... Continue reading
Insurance Auto Auctions Launches Mobile Buyer Technology
WESTCHESTER, Ill.--Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc., the leading hybrid model salvage auto auction company and a wholly owned subsidiary of KAR Auction Services, Inc. , today confirmed the compatibility of its I-bid Live® online bidding platform and its buyer facing technology, the IAA Auction Center, with Apple-based ... Continue reading
SSP Wed. Night Test & Tune next on Aug. 4
Contact: Lillian Bell (717) 292-1696 -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Next Wednesday Night Test & Tune on August 4 The next Wednesday Night Test & Tune session will be held on Wednesday, August 4 at the Susquehanna Speedway Park. It is open to any type of racecars capable of competing on the 4/10 mile oval. The cost is $12.0 ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive to Manufacture Electric Steering in China for Asian Market
SHANGHAI, Aug. 3 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. today announced it will start production of Electric Power Steering (EPS) from its facilities in Anting, China in support of the Company's expanding Asia Pacific customer base. The Company will add significant production equipment and manufacturing floor space in suppor ... Continue reading
Avery Dennison Names New Vice President and General Manager for Fasson Roll North America
MENTOR, Ohio--Avery Dennison Corporation has named Darrell Hughes as its new vice president and general manager for Fasson Roll North America. Responsible for the strategic development and growth of the North American Roll Materials business, Hughes will spearhead initiatives targeting sales profitability through innov ... Continue reading
Chimera Investment Corporation Reports Core EPS for the 2nd Quarter 2010 of $0.19 Per Share
NEW YORK--Chimera Investment Corporation today reported Core Earnings for the quarter ended June 30, 2010, of $142.8 million or $0.19 per average share as compared to Core Earnings for the quarter ended June 30, 2009, of $48.9 million or $0.10 per average share and Core Earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2010, of ... Continue reading
Inland Empire Auto Show Announces New Dates and Special Attractions for 2010
-- General Motors Ride & Drive, Concepts, and EcoStreet Highlight Show -- ONTARIO, Calif., Aug. 3 -- The 2010 Inland Empire Auto Show (IEAS), a sure stop for auto enthusiasts in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, has just announced some of the hottest attractions that will be coming to this year's show. The IEAS mo ... Continue reading
Jeff 'Ox' Kargola Debuts the General Grabber in His First Off-Road Racing Truck at the 2010 LOORRS
FORT MILL, S.C., Aug. 3 -- Freestyle MX rider and MX Baja racer Jeff "Ox" Kargola, in his first foray into off-road competition, will debut the new General Tire Grabber street tire in the Superlite Class during the upcoming Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Series (LOORRS) weekend at Glen Helen August 7th and 8th. Born from th ... Continue reading
SATRUDAY NIGHT UNDER THE LIGHTS AT TOYOTA SPEEDWAY
1ST LUCAS OIL NORTH-SOUTH SHOOT-OUT! MODIFIEDS RETURN TO TOYOTA SPEEDWAY Saturday Night: August 7, 2010 Irwindale, Calif. - - It’s been a few years since the motoring Modifieds made fast laps at Toyota Speedway. Too many years, in fact, for a lot of fans who loved the way that these semi-open-wheel speed demons circu ... Continue reading
Toyota Reports July 2010 Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 3 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported July sales of 169,224 units, a decrease of 6.8 percent from the same period last year, on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. On a raw volume basis, unadjusted for 27 selling days in July 2010, compared to 26 selling days in July 2009, TMS ... Continue reading
AmeriCredit Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2010 Operating Results
FORT WORTH, Texas--AMERICREDIT CORP. today announced net income of $86 million, or $0.61 per share, for its fiscal fourth quarter ended June 30, 2010. AmeriCredit reported net income of $32 million, or $0.24 per share, for the same period a year earlier. For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2010, AmeriCredit reported net ... Continue reading
OAK PARK, MI, Aug. 3 -- Azure Dynamics Corporation (TSX: AZD)(OTC:AZDDF) a leading developer of hybrid electric and electric technologies for commercial vehicles, will announce second quarter 2010 earnings on Thursday, August 12th at approximately 4:30 p.m. eastern time. The Company will host a conference call at 5:00 ... Continue reading
CAI International, Inc. Reports Results for the Second Quarter of 2010
SAN FRANCISCO--CAI International, Inc. (CAI) , one of the world’s leading lessors of intermodal freight containers, today reported results for the second quarter of 2010. Highlights for the second quarter of 2010 and Outlook CAI reported net income for the second quarter of 2010 of $0.31 per fully diluted share, ... Continue reading
WOODLAND PARK, N.J.--Cytec Industries Inc. announced today that Shane Fleming, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, will address representatives from investment institutions at the following event: Investor Conference: Â Jefferies 6th Annual Global Industrial and Aerospace & Defense Conference New York Cit ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Update on Avis Budget Proposal
TULSA, Okla., Aug. 3 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. ("Dollar Thrifty") today responded by letter to the proposal made by Avis Budget Group ("Avis Budget") dated July 28, 2010. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20020412/DTGLOGO) (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20020412/DTGLOGO) Below is the f ... Continue reading
Earnhardt Ganassi Racing - Watkins Glen International Advance Notes
<<Picture (Device Independent Bitmap)>> Watkins Glen International Advance Notes Race: Heluva Good! Sour Cream Dips at The Glen on Sunday, Aug. 8 Track: Watkins Glen International (2.45-mile road course) Location: Watkins Glen, N.Y. Earnhardt Ganassi Media Contacts at Watkins Glen International NASCAR Sprint Cup Series ... Continue reading
EC: The Energy Debate Must Continue This Fall
WASHINGTON, Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Robbie Diamond, president of the Electrification Coalition (EC), released the following statement after the announcement that the Senate would not act on energy legislation this summer: "We would like to thank those who fought to end our addiction to oil by supporting provi ... Continue reading
- Welcome home media and family event being held in Miami Lakes Chevrolet dealership - National contest asks: How many miles did PapiBlogger's Chevrolet Traverse drive? MIAMI, Aug. 3 -- After more than 11,000 miles, 33 states and 46 days, PapiBlogger's epic family road trip will come to a rousing end with a celebration ... Continue reading
Fleetwood RV Adds Virginia's Largest RV Dealer - McGeorge's Rolling Hills RV - to Its Dealer Network
DECATUR, Ind., Aug. 3 -- Fleetwood RV, Inc., a leading producer of Class A and Class C recreational vehicles, today announced that it added McGeorge's Rolling Hills RV (McGeorge's), located in Ashland, Va., to its dealer network. McGeorge's will be a full-line Fleetwood RV motor home dealer - carrying all brands from J ... Continue reading
Free Monday Breakfast Extends Atlanta Motor Speedway Labor Day Weekend
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marcy Scott (770) 946-3951 Matthew Simmons (770) 946-3917 Free Monday Breakfast Extends Atlanta Motor Speedway Labor Day Weekend HAMPTON, Ga. (Aug. 3, 2010) - Atlanta Motor Speedway's Labor Day weekend celebration has grown to four days with the addition of Breakfast on Bruton, a free Mon ... Continue reading
Gramercy Capital Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2010 Financial Results
NEW YORK--Gramercy Capital Corp. : SECOND QUARTER HIGHLIGHTS For the quarter, generated funds from operations (“FFO�??) of $33.7 million, an increase of $202.6 million from FFO of negative $168.9 million generated in the same quarter of the previous year. On a fully diluted per common share basis, FFO was $0 ... Continue reading
HP Announces Settlement with U.S. Department of Justice
PALO ALTO, Calif.--HP today announced it has reached a settlement agreement in principle with the U.S. Department of Justice to resolve an investigation into HP’s GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract as well as separate allegations associated with the Rille complaint filed in the U.S. District Court in the Easte ... Continue reading
Introducing the VeloMini: The Electric Bicycle Big Enough to Ride and Small Enough to Carry
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 3 -- The VeloMini is the right bike for any lifestyle. Whether a person lives in the suburbs, the city, on campus, or near the harbor, the VeloMini (www.velomini.com) will make getting around in style a little easier, and a lot more fun. -- Many trips are made within 5 miles from home. VeloMin ... Continue reading
Jupiter Systems Announces Single Largest Deployment of Display Wall Processors for the U.S. Army
HAYWARD, Calif.--Jupiter Systems announced the single largest order of the VizionPlus display wall processors for the U.S. Army Command Center System. The display wall processors are part of a command and control system designed and developed for the Army by Azbell Electronics in Waco, Texas. The system provides multip ... Continue reading
KAR Auction Services, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2010 Results
CARMEL, Ind.--KAR Auction Services, Inc. , today reported its second quarter financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2010. For the second quarter of 2010, the company reported revenue of $470.0 million as compared with second quarter 2009 revenue of $439.1 million, an increase of 7%. Adjusted EBITDA for t ... Continue reading
Mtech TAP Incubator Graduate Paice LLC, Toyota Reach Settlement on Patent Disputes
COLLEGE PARK, Md., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Paice LLC, an Mtech Technology Advancement Program (TAP) incubator graduate company formed in 1992 to develop hybrid vehicle technology that promotes lower emissions, superior driving performance and fuel efficient operation of internal combustion engines, has reache ... Continue reading
Nationwide Posts Strong First-Half 2010 Results
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Better claims experience, combined with improved equity and credit markets, enabled Columbus, Ohio-based Nationwide to earn net income of $483 million in the first half of 2010. That represents a 45 percent increase over the $332 million in net income reported in the first half of 2009. Total operating ... Continue reading
PEMCO Insurance Earns SAMMY Award for Outstanding Marketing and Communications
SEATTLE, Aug. 3 -- PEMCO Insurance is proud to announce it recently earned several awards for outstanding marketing communications, including the "Best of Show" SAMMY award, from the Insurance Marketing and Communications Association (IMCA) at its 52nd annual Showcase Awards in Atlanta. The marketing awards recognize t ... Continue reading
Planning now for 2011 Cruise Nights
Car & Bike Club Cruise Nights!! Come showcase you Classic or Custom Car or Bike in front of thousands of screaming Chicago Slaughter Fans at the SEARS CENTRE in Hoffman Estates, IL. ... Continue reading
Quality and Green Creds Beefed Up in New Plastic Auto Paint Process
Quality and Green Creds Beefed Up in New Plastic Auto Paint Process Paint. It's the first thing people notice when they see a car. What people might not pay attention to is all that goes into making a vehicle shine. Plastic body color film is slowly gaining popularity with automotive manufacturers for its ease of appli ... Continue reading
PHOENIX, Aug. 3 -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc. , the leading provider of automotive technician training, reported results for the third quarter ended June 30, 2010. Revenues for the third quarter ended June 30, 2010 were $107.5 million, a 22.4 percent increase from $87.9 million for the third quarter of the pri ... Continue reading
USARacing Official Release--Concord Boys and Girls Club 250 at Concord Speedway
Good Afternoon, Attached above you will find the Official USARacing release about our partnership with the Concord Boys and Girls Club for the Concord Boys and Girls Club 250 at Concord Speedway on August 28,2010. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. ... Continue reading
Study: How to Increase Federal Highway Investment by $10 Billion a Year Without a Tax Increase
Refocusing the federal transportation program and restoring the users-pay principle to highways LOS ANGELES, Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Where can we find the money to modernize and maintain our major highways? The federal government would have an additional $10 billion a year to spend on crucial highways if it s ... Continue reading
Accuride Corporation Reports Second Quarter Results for 2010
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Accuride Corporation (OTCBB: ACUZ), a leading manufacturer and supplier of commercial vehicle components, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2010. “I’m extremely pleased with our second quarter financial results which not only reflect the uptick in the ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Reports Third-Quarter Fiscal Year 2010 Results
Pretax Income Up $52 Million on Increased Revenues of 35 Percent TROY, Mich., Aug. 3 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. today reported financial results for its third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2010. Quarterly Highlights -- Sales were $1.3 billion, up $333 million or 35 percent, from the same period last year. -- Income before t ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls Air Permit for Battery Recycling Center in Florence, S.C. Becomes Effective
Coastal Conservation League and the League of Women Voters collaborate with the company in support of the permit MILWAUKEE, Aug. 3 -- Johnson Controls, Inc. air permit from the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) for the company's proposed battery recycling facility in Florence, S.C. ha ... Continue reading
KAR Auction Services, Inc. Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conference
CARMEL, Ind.--KAR Auction Services, Inc. today announced its participation in the following investor conference which will also be available via live audio webcast: - Â J.P. Morgan Auto Conference Eric Loughmiller, Chief Financial Officer & Executive Vice President will speak on Tuesday, August 10th at 12:25 pm (EDT) ... Continue reading
Kawasaki Engines & Power Products Division Announces Major Change to Its Distribution Operations
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Engine and Power Products Division will initiate a new storage and distribution system for its parts, accessories, handheld power products and engines. The company announced it will partner with UPS to consolidate and streamline all elements of the distribution busines ... Continue reading
Mellanox, Dell, Intel and LSTC Deliver Unmatched Performance for LS-DYNA Automotive Crash Simulation
SUNNYVALE, Calif. & YOKNEAM, Israel--Mellanox® Technologies, Ltd. (TASE:MLNX), a leading supplier of high-performance, end-to-end connectivity solutions for data center servers and storage systems, in collaboration with Dell, Intel® Cluster Ready and LSTC, today announced record application performance for LS-DYN ... Continue reading
Nuclear Power Delivery UK Signs Preliminary Contract with Horizon
BATON ROUGE, La.--Nuclear Power Delivery UK - the delivery organisation for the Westinghouse-designed AP1000TM nuclear reactor - today signed a contract with Horizon Nuclear Power for preliminary work to be carried out between now and the end of the year, as part of preparatory design studies for Horizon's proposed new ... Continue reading
[RealWire] National Service Pricing Ends Illusion Of 'Expensive' Volkswagen Van Centres
Company: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/) Release summary: Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles<http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/> is finally shattering any perception that it costs more to service a van at its Van Centres<http://www.volkswagen-vans.co.uk/van-centres/search-for-loca l-van-ce ... Continue reading
DUBLIN--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f134f5/car_aftermarket_in) has announced the addition of the "Car Aftermarket in Germany - Country Overviews 2010" report to their offering. “Car Aftermarket in Germany - Country Overviews 2010” The aftermarket is a highly competitive and matu ... Continue reading
Ally Financial Reports Preliminary Second Quarter 2010 Financial Results
-- Reported second consecutive quarter of profitability; Sixth consecutive profitable quarter for the core automotive business -- Second quarter 2010 net income of $565 million and core pre-tax income of $738 million NEW YORK, Aug. 3 -- Ally Financial Inc. (Ally) today reported net income of $565 million for the second ... Continue reading
Bryan Silas Leaps To Fourth Top-10 Of 2010 At Pocono
Bryan Silas Leaps To Fourth Top-10 Of 2010 At Pocono “Silas Smiling After Nailing Good Finish At Favorite Track�?? LONG POND, Pennsylvania (August 3, 2010) - - Despite only competing in a 50-lap contest at Pocono (Pa.) Raceway, Stuart, Florida native and new daddy Bryan Silas surged from a 20th place startin ... Continue reading
China Electric Motor, Inc. Schedules 2010 Second Quarter Earnings Release for Friday, August 6, 2010
Earnings Conference Call to be held on Monday, August 9, 2010 at 7:00 am (Pacific) / 10:00 am (Eastern) / 10:00 pm (Beijing/Hong Kong) SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Electric Motor, Inc. , a Delaware corporation and China-based company that engages in the design, production, marketing and ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Reports Record Second Quarter Earnings
Company Reports Sixth Consecutive Quarter of Year-Over-Year Double-Digit Growth in Corporate Adjusted EBITDA TULSA, Okla., Aug. 3 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today reported results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2010. Net income for the 2010 second quarter was $42.3 million, or $1.40 per diluted sha ... Continue reading
Agreement allows for credit application integration directly within the dealership management system (DMS) during the vehicle buying process. TROY, Mich., Aug. 3 -- Open Dealer Exchange, LLC has announced its agreement with Westlake Financial Services for credit application integration directly within the dealer's deal ... Continue reading
United PanAm Financial Corp. Announces Second Quarter 2010 Results
IRVINE, Calif.--United PanAm Financial Corp. (UPFC)(Pink Sheets:UPFC) today announced results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2010. Results for the Period Ended June 30, 2010 For the quarter ended June 30, 2010, UPFC reported a net loss of $1.3 million, compared to net income of $941,000 for the same period a yea ... Continue reading
-- Mercedes-Benz USA Records July Sales of 18,048 Vehicles - an Improvement of 11.2 Percent over July 2009 and a 23.4 Percent Increase on a Year-to-Date Basis -- smart USA Records 560 Sales in July 2010 NEW YORK, Aug. 3 -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported U.S. sales of 18,608 Mercedes-Benz an ... Continue reading
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