2004 DETROIT AUTO SHOW: Ferrari Intros 540 HP V-12 Scaglietti
DETROIT January 5, 2004; The AP reported that celebrating the 50th year of the Ferrari in the United States, the sports car maker on Monday unveiled the 612 Scaglietti -- a sleek powerhouse with seating for four. The Scaglietti generates 540 horsepower from the 12-cylinder engine and can travel more than 196 miles per ... Continue reading
Honda Plans Gas-Electric Hybrid of Accord
DETROIT David Runk writing for the AP reported that Honda looking to bolster its commitment to producing environmentally friendly vehicles, announced plans to introduce a gas-electric hybrid version of its Accord this fall. "We have always targeted the world's most advanced technologies," said Fukui, whose remarks were ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: New Safety Features Get Some Press
Monday 4:48 pm ET By , Associated Press Writer DETROIT January 5, 2004; Dee-Ann Durbin writing for the AP reported that safety features are never the talk of the North American International Auto Show, where the buzz is about horsepower and eye-catching design. But manufacturers have added plenty of safety features to ... Continue reading
Chrysler To Introduce New Incentive Program
CHICAGO January 5, 2004; Ann Keeton writing for Dow Jones reported that the Chrysler Group, a unit of DaimlerChrysler AG , plans to introduce a new incentive program Tuesday. On a conference call with analysts Monday, the company said it will offer 0% financing for 48 months, plus $2,000 cash back, to qualified buyers ... Continue reading
Cadillac Will Join The $100,000 Plus Playground
DETROIT, Jan 5, 2003; Michael Ellis writing for Reuters reported that Cadillac, General Motors Corp.'s premium vehicle brand, must have a large, ultra-luxurious sedan that only the very rich can afford if it is to reestablish itself as the standard of the world, GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz said on Monday. "It's clear tha ... Continue reading
DALLAS, Jan. 5 -- 7-Eleven, Inc. , the largest chain in the convenience retailing industry, announced today that the Ministry of Commerce in the People's Republic of China has approved the formation of a joint venture among Seven-Eleven Japan, Co., Ltd., Beijing ShouLian Commercial Group Co., Ltd., and China National S ... Continue reading
Alcoa Selected to Collaborate with Ferrari on Next-Generation Aluminum Space Frame
-- Alcoa Advanced Transportation Systems (AATS) announced today that it has been selected by Ferrari as the sole provider for the next-generation aluminum space frame for its new, 12-cylinder, front engine 2+2 sports car, the 612 Scaglietti. Full-series production begins this year. You can reach the story directly by g ... Continue reading
BMW Williams F1 Team: Quotes from first laps of FW26 launch
The FW26 Pokes Its Nose Out The BMW WilliamsF1 Team launches its 2004 race car Valencia, 5th January 2004. In the bright Spanish sunshine and average temperatures of 15° C, Juan Pablo Montoya and Ralf Schumacher completed the maiden laps of the team¹s new challenger for the 2004 Formula One World Championship, the Wi ... Continue reading
FleetPride, Inc. Signs NASCAR Busch Series Sponsor Partnership With Team Yellow Racing
THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Jan. 5 -- FleetPride, Inc., the nation's largest independent aftermarket distributor of heavy-duty truck parts, announced today that a sponsor partnership has been signed with Yellow Transportation. David Stremme will drive the #1 FleetPride Dodge for Team Yellow Racing in the 2004 NASCAR Busch Se ... Continue reading
Forbes Magazine Names J.B. Hunt among Platinum 400 List of America's Best Managed Big Companies
LOWELL, Ark.--Jan. 5, 2004--J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. , one of the nation's largest publicly held truckload carriers, was named to Forbes Magazine's Platinum List of America's Best Big Companies. This is the third consecutive year that J.B. Hunt has made the prestigious listing. "We are humbled and honored to ... Continue reading
Honda, Nissan Choose Michelin(R) PAX System(TM)
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- The Michelin(R) PAX System(TM) continues to gain ground in North America and Europe. Michelin announced today that Nissan will introduce a vehicle later this year with a Michelin PAX System option for the 2005 model year. Michelin also announced that it will provide PAX System to Honda for a new mode ... Continue reading
Nissan Debuts All-New 2005 Frontier Pickup, Pathfinder SUV and Nissan Actic Concept at NAIAS
-- Nissan North America Inc. (NNA) today unveiled the all-new class redefining 2005 Frontier compact truck and the all-new 2005 Pathfinder sport utility vehicle (SUV) at a press conference at the 2004 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Both vehicles are scheduled to go on sale late this year as ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, Calif.--Jan. 5, 2004--School Bus Fleet Magazine has developed a NEW eClassifieds website that allows buyers and sellers to connect online. Users can now browse www.schoolbusfleet.com for the latest bus, employment, product and service listings. Sellers can post their listing 24 hours a day along with four col ... Continue reading
Tesma International Inc. Announces Completion of Davis Industries, Inc. Acquisition
CONCORD, ON, Jan. 5 -- Tesma International Inc. (TSX:TSM.A; NASDAQ:TSMA) today confirmed the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Davis Industries, Inc. (Davis) on January 2, 2004. Tesma is a global supplier of highly-engineered powertrain components, modules and systems for the automotive industry. Wi ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: Ford Reveals Newest Aston Martin, Jaguars, Volvos and Land Rover
January 2004 (Newstream) -- The latest in luxury vehicles - featuring some of the fastest, safest and most technologically advanced cars in the world - will be introduced at the 2004 North American International Auto Show. Aston Martin will world premiere the DB9 Volante, which will be one of the fastest sports cars on ... Continue reading
AAA Has Tips For Coping With Cold
DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 5 -- With overnight temperatures in the teens predicted for the next several days, AAA Michigan advises motorists to take precautions with vehicles. As of 1 p.m. today (January 5), AAA Emergency Road Service staff have assisted more than 2,250 motorists, exceeding Sunday's total (2,100) when heavy ... Continue reading
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--Jan. 5, 2004--Arctic Cat Inc. today announced that its innovative MultiRack(TM) Platform (MRP), for use on select Arctic Cat all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), has received several key industry awards recognizing its versatility and ease of use. All-Terrain Vehicle Magazine awarded the MRP its "2004 ... Continue reading
Caterpillar Exercises for 1 Million Shares of ASV Common Stock from First Acceleration Notice
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.--Jan. 5, 2004--ASV, Inc. announced today that Caterpillar Inc. has exercised its warrant for the purchase of 1,040,069 shares of ASV common stock at $21.00 per share. These shares were subject to an acceleration notice issued by ASV on October 21, 2003. Caterpillar was required to either purchase th ... Continue reading
Hideichi Misono to Inaugurate Toyota Lectures on Design Series At the College for Creative Studies
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- College for Creative Studies (CCS) will inaugurate its new Toyota Lectures on Design series with a presentation by Hideichi Misono, Senior General Manager of Toyota Motor Corporation's Design Center. Misono will speak about Toyota's design philosophy on January 6, 2004, at 5:00 p.m. in the Wendell W. ... Continue reading
ITW Announces Conference Call Information for 2003 Fourth Quarter and Full Year
GLENVIEW, Ill., Jan. 5 -- Illinois Tool Works Inc. today announced that it will hold its conference call for 2003 fourth quarter and full year earnings on Thursday, January 29, 2004. The conference call will begin at 1 p.m. central time and will follow the company's release of fourth quarter and full year earnings at 7 ... Continue reading
PARIS & MADRID, Spain--Jan. 5, 2004--Lectra and Spanish group Induyco today announced the acquisition of Investronica Sistemas by Lectra. Investronica Sistemas, World Number Three Player Founded in 1980, Investronica Sistemas was initially created to serve the needs of Spanish-based group Induyco, one of Europe's large ... Continue reading
CAMDEN, N.J., Jan. 5 -- The Lemon Law Firm of Kimmel & Silverman, along with the law firms of Sheller Ludwig & Badey and Cyrus Mehri, have resolved a class action suit against Mitsubishi Motor Manufacturing of America, Inc. and Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America, Inc., alleging brake defects in 1999 Mitsubishi Galant Mo ... Continue reading
SmarTire Announces New Round of Financing
www.smartire.com OTCBB: SMTR RICHMOND, BC, Jan. 5 -- SmarTire Systems Inc. (OTCBB: SMTR) today announced that it has realized net proceeds of $2.725 million from a private placement of discounted unsecured convertible debentures and warrants to an investment group consisting primarily of current institutional sharehold ... Continue reading
Synthetic Motor Oils Provide Superior Protection and Performance
FAIRFAX, Va.--Jan. 5, 2004--While the average car owner spends a great deal of time and money on his or her automobile purchase, many don't take the time to learn how to properly care for their investment. Pat Goss, longtime mechanic and owner of Goss' Garage at Crystal Ford in Silver Spring, Md., as well as co-host of ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich., Jan. 5 -- North America's first high-volume thermoplastic valve cover debuts on the 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan with 3.3- and 3.8-liter V-6 engines. Made of DuPont(TM) Minlon(R) mineral reinforced nylon and manufactured by Bruss Sealing Systems, the elegantly styled valve ... Continue reading
Acura 2003 Sets All-Time Sales Record
Record December Makes 2003 Best Year in Acura History TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 5 -- A record December, driven by strong sales of the TL performance luxury sedan and the MDX luxury SUV, gave Acura a new all-time yearly sales record for 2003. Year-end Acura sales of 170,918 finished up 3.2 percent from 2002, and eclipsed t ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: American Suzuki Unveils Reno Five-Door Crossover
- New Model Targets Versatility-Seeking Buyers of All Ages With Five-Door Functionality, Italian Design and MSRP Between $13,000 and $15,000 - DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Continuing an unprecedented new product surge begun with last year's launch of the midsize Verona and premium compact Forenza sedans, American Suzuki Motor Co ... Continue reading
Audi Of America, Inc. Reports 2003 Best Year Ever
A8 Continues Stellar Growth Best December AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 5 -- Audi of America, Inc. reported 2003 year-end sales of 86,421 compared to 2002 sales of 85,726, an increase of 0.8 percent. This gain represents Audi's fourth consecutive annual sales record and the best sales result in its 34-year history. One hig ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: New 2005 Dodge Magnum Most Powerful Vehicle Under $30,000
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 5 -- Chrysler Group today announced U.S. pricing for its all-new 2005 Dodge Magnum. Dodge Magnum offers flexibility and versatility with proportions unlike any other vehicle in the market place. With a base MSRP of $22,495 including destination, Dodge Magnum will begin arriving in dealerships ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Reports December 2003 Sales
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 5 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today reported December sales of 18,030. Total year sales figures for 2003 are 302,686 relative to December 2002's total of 338,125. Volkswagen remains the nation's top-selling European brand. ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Muscle cars, minicars, sports coupes and specialty vehicles. There's quite literally something for everyone on display at this year's North American International Auto Show. And you'll find complete, as-it-happens coverage on TheCarConnection.com. Two of America's icons took their bows in all new for ... Continue reading
American Suzuki Announces December 2003 Sales
BREA, Calif., Jan. 5 -- American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) sold 4,489 vehicles in December 2003, for a total of 58,438 vehicles for the year. December 2003 retail sales through dealers were up 17 percent over December 2002 thanks to the quick start of the Suzuki Forenza premium compact, which was launched in Dece ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: BMW 6 Series Convertible Makes World Debut
THE NEW BMW 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLE MAKES ITS WORLD DEBUT AT THE 2004 DETROIT AUTO SHOW 6 Series Coupe, X3 Sports Activity Vehicle, X5 4.8is Performance SAV also featured Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey, January 5, 2004... The first ever BMW 6 Series Convertible made its world debut today at the 2004 NAIAS in Detroit, Michigan ... Continue reading
Nissan North America Reports December 2003 Sales
GARDENA, Calif.--Jan. 5, 2004--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) reported December total sales of 66,970 for its Nissan and Infiniti divisions, a 12.0 percent increase versus December of last year. NNA reports selling 794,481 units for CY03, a 7.4 percent increase versus CY02. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS -- December sales for Nis ... Continue reading
DETROIT--Jan. 5, 2004--Infiniti, the luxury division of Nissan North America, Inc., introduced two new all-wheel drive models, the QX56 luxury sport utility vehicle (SUV) and the G35 sedan AWD, today at a press conference at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The QX56 goes on sale in spring 2004 and ... Continue reading
* Camry is Best-Selling Car in America * Lexus Retains Crown as Best-Selling Luxury Brand TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 5 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported year-end total sales of 1,866,314 vehicles, up 6.3 percent over last year and the company's best sales performance in its 46-year history. Camry be ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: Scion Stages World Premiere of All-New tC Sports Coupe
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Scion, the new car marque from Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the all-new tC sports coupe at a press conference today at the 2004 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. "In June, the all-new 2005 tC will join the entry-level xA and the urban utility xB, coincidin ... Continue reading
American Honda Sets New All-Time Sales Record in 2003
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 5 -- American Honda sales rose 8.2 percent in 2003 to a new all-time record of 1,349,847 Honda and Acura cars and light trucks. Both the Honda and Acura brands also recorded all-time record results for the year on the strength of popular products including the Honda Pilot and Element, Acura MDX a ... Continue reading
Volvo Cars Records 2003 as Best Year Ever in the United States
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (VCNA) announces today from the North American International Auto Show that it has set a new all-time sales record, posting sales of 135,023 -- up 22 percent over last year. "2003 was a banner year for Volvo," said Vic Doolan, VCNA President and CEO. "We have had four ... Continue reading
2005 Chrysler 300C and Dodge Magnum RT Will Feature HEMI(R) Power with Maximum Fuel Economy * Up to 20-Percent Improvement in Fuel Economy * Standard Equipment on Chrysler 300C and Dodge Magnum RT * Uncompromised HEMI(R) Power * Smoothly Transitions from Eight Cylinders to Four in Just 40 Milliseconds AUBURN HILLS, Mic ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: All-New 2005 Chrysler 300 HEMI Starts Below $24,000
Lineup includes 5.7-liter HEMI(R) V-8 with Multi Displacement System DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Chrysler Group today announced U.S. pricing for its all-new 2005 Chrysler 300. With rear-wheel drive, an available 5.7-liter HEMI(R) V-8 engine and best-in-class interior space, Chrysler 300 redefines the classic American car. The b ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 5 -- With record-breaking 2003 annual sales, Lexus retained its crown as the nation's No. 1 selling luxury brand for the fourth consecutive year. The automaker today reported total year-end sales of 259,755, up 11.0 percent over last year's record-breaking number. "It's nice to be number one, but ... Continue reading
Mazda 'Zooms' Into 2004 With Strong December Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 5 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported sales of 23,056 units in December -- a 35.9 percent increase versus the same period last year and Mazda's best December since 1994. The increase marks the third consecutive month the company's monthly sales have been significantly ahead of ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show; Mazda MX-Micro Sport Concept Joins Five New Mazda Production Models
- Mazda's Strongest Showroom in History on Display in Detroit - DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Mazda Motor Corporation zips into the 2004 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) with its smallest story in years: the MX-Micro Sport concept. The nimble and light five-door concept makes its world premier at the annual auto sho ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: Subaru Introduces All-New 250-Horsepower Legacy 2.5 GT for 2005
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Subaru of America, Inc., the only car company that provides Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as standard equipment on every vehicle in its product line, has introduced the 2005 Legacy 2.5 GT Sedan and Wagon. The most powerful Legacy ever offered in the U.S. market, the 2005 Legacy 2.5 GT is powered by a n ... Continue reading
DETROIT--Jan. 5, 2004--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today unveiled the all-new class redefining 2005 Frontier compact truck and the all-new 2005 Pathfinder sport utility vehicle (SUV) at a press conference at the 2004 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Both vehicles are scheduled to go on sa ... Continue reading
Alcoa Selected to Collaborate With Ferrari On Next-Generation Aluminum Space Frame
MODENA, Italy--Jan. 5, 2004--Alcoa Strategic Partner uses its Pan-European Resources to Provide Aluminum Structural Solutions for High-Performance Sports Car Maker's Latest Model: the 612 Scaglietti Alcoa Advanced Transportation Systems (AATS) announced today that it has been selected by Ferrari as the sole provider fo ... Continue reading
WHO: PPG Industries, the world's leading manufacturer of transportation coatings. WHAT: Interview opportunities with PPG executives on automotive color trends, 2003 vehicle color popularity survey and the latest in automotive coatings technologies. PPG executives can discuss a variety of topics, including: - North Amer ... Continue reading
Chrysler Signs On as Exclusive Automotive Sponsor of NBC's New Reality Drama, 'The Apprentice'
* Contestants Will Compete to Become Donald Trump's Protege AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 5 -- The Chrysler brand and NBC announced today that Chrysler is the exclusive automotive sponsor of the network's much anticipated new prime-time reality drama, "The Apprentice," scheduled to premiere January 8, 2004 at 8:30 p.m. ET. ... Continue reading
Designer Presentations, Awards Create Dynamic AutoWeek Design Forum Agenda
WHAT: 11th annual AutoWeek Design Forum "Design-in-Luxury: How a company uses design as a way to go about building marque equity" WHEN: Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2004 Day-long program runs 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. WHERE: Riverview Ballroom, Cobo Conference/Exhibition Center, Detroit HIGHLIGHTS: Leading design professionals will sha ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- EnTire Solutions, LLC, the 50/50 joint venture of Michelin and TRW Automotive, today announced contracts with Honda and Fiat for its direct tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). Launched at the Tokyo Motor Show in October, EnTire Solutions, LLC is now supplying tire pressure monitoring systems (TP ... Continue reading
Jamie McMurray Gears Up for NASCAR Preseason Thunder
Media Contact: Jason Wise, Chip Ganassi Racing (704) 500-6121, jwise@ganassi.com -For Immediate Release- Jamie McMurray Gears Up for NASCAR Preseason Thunder MOORESVILLE, N.C., (January 5, 2004) --- NASCAR NEXTEL Cup driver Jamie McMurray rolls into Daytona International Speedway this week for Preseason Thunder in prep ... Continue reading
Nissan Motors Ignites Growth and Profitability with Blue Pumpkin
Workforce optimization helps meet aggressive goals, 400% first-year ROI estimated SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 5 -- Blue Pumpkin, an industry leader in enterprise workforce optimization solutions, today announced significant results from its implementation with Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation (NMAC), the financial servi ... Continue reading
Richard A. Nawrocki Elected to INTERMET Board of Directors
TROY, Mich., Jan. 5 -- INTERMET Corporation , one of the world's leading manufacturers of cast-metal automotive components, today announced the addition of Richard A. Nawrocki to its board of directors, effective December 22, 2003. Nawrocki, 55, is president, CEO and board member of CMI-Management Services, Inc., a Sou ... Continue reading
Volkswagen AG and Archer Daniels Midland Announce Biodiesel Research Agreement
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Volkswagen AG and Archer Daniels Midland Company today announced the creation of a joint research agreement aimed at further developing and utilizing biodiesel fuels for the automotive industry. This Agreement marks the first time that one of the world's leading automakers has joined forces with a ma ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz USA Records Another Record-Breaking Year at 218,717
December Sales of 21,621 Sets Highest Month Ever For Mercedes-Benz in the United States MONTVALE, N.J., Jan. 5 -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported its highest month in the history of the company with sales of 21,621, bringing the company to its all-time highest annual sales volume at 218,717. "2003 marked our tenth y ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Reports December 2003 Sales Increase of 2 Percent
* December is Third Consecutive Month of Year-Over-Year Sales Gains * Chrysler Pacifica Posts Eighth Month of Increased Sales; Dodge Durango Continues Sales Momentum, Selling Nearly 10,000 Units in December * Dodge Ram Has Best Year Ever * Chrysler Group Sales Increase Five Percent for Fourth Quarter AUBURN HILLS, Mich ... Continue reading
BMW Group Sales for 2003 Topple All Previous Records
Year-to-date Sales Up Jump 8 Percent WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Jan 5 -- The BMW Group (BMW and MINI brands combined) ended its best year ever with robust twelve-month sales gain of 8 percent, reporting 276,869 vehicles over the 256,622 reported in 2002. It was the twelfth straight year that BMW posted sales increases. Sale ... Continue reading
- F-Series' December sales were 84,657 -- up 16 percent compared with a year ago. - Lincoln posts first calendar year sales increase since 2000. - Volvo sets new calendar year sales record. - Ford's overall December sales were down 4 percent as lower car sales offset record truck sales; full year sales also off 4 perce ... Continue reading
PEE Channel Unveils Autorotica - How's This Your Honor?
Wednesday Block Will Cater to Passion for Cars, Motorcycles CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 5 -- SPEED Channel continues to strengthen its auto enthusiast programming, announcing a special block of high-mount, high-profile productions entitled Autorotica. The new, two-hour Wednesday night menu will debut Feb. 18 at 8 p.m. ET. "S ... Continue reading
Volkswagen of America, Inc. Names Brooks General Marketing Manager
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 5 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. has announced the appointment of Zafar Brooks to the new position of General Marketing Manager. Brooks, an 18-year automotive industry veteran, will head Volkswagen's new, integrated marketing discipline, combining product planning, corporate strategy and brand ... Continue reading
2004 DETROIT AUTO SHOW: GM Introduces Sixth Generation Corvette
50 Years After First Corvette Roared Onto Highways, GM Introduces Sixth Generation of Sports Car DETROIT January 5, 2004; John Porretto writing for the AP reported that a little more than 50 years after the first Corvette roared onto American highways, General Motors Corp. introduced the sixth generation of its iconic ... Continue reading
January 5, 2004 -- Detroit -- Like a soothsayer peering into a crystal ball, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA), today provided a glimpse into the future through the Eclipse Concept-E. But perhaps the future is more clearly visible through the glowing plasma bulb located in the car's center console. Because w ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: Mitsubishi Motors Sport Truck Concept Debuts
January 5, 2004 -- Detroit -- In a worldwide premiere, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today unveiled the Sport Truck Concept at the 2004 North American International Auto Show. The Sport Truck Concept represents MMNA's interpretation of what a pickup truck can be: functional and fun to drive. "The Sport T ... Continue reading
BMW WilliamsF1 Team: Happy New Year!
The BMW WilliamsF1 Team would like to wish you a happy and prosperous 2004! We look forward to another exciting season working together with you once again. The following service overview is designed to assist you with your work this season. - Contacts are Liam Clogger, Media Manager at WilliamsF1 in Grove, and Jörg K ... Continue reading
TORRANCE, Calif. and ALPHARETTA, Ga.--Jan. 5, 2004--Toyota Financial Services (TFS) today announced a major application deployment endeavor in its automotive wholesale floorplan division. TFS has signed an agreement with DataScan Technologies to implement DataScan's Wholesale Management System (WMS), Collateral Managem ... Continue reading
BMW WilliamsF1 Team Launches its 2004 Campaign
BMW WilliamsF1 Team Launches Its 2004 Campaign Radical new FW26 takes to the track in Valencia Valencia, January 5, 2004. The BMW WilliamsF1 Team unveiled its 2004 race car, the WilliamsF1 BMW FW26, at the Valencia circuit today. After a ceremonial presentation for assembled press, the inaugural laps will be completed ... Continue reading
Davin Revolution 5.0 Goes Retro; Originator of the Spinning Wheel Returns to All Chrome Design
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--Jan. 5, 2004--Davin Wheels, the originator of spinning wheel, is returning to its classic chrome look with Davin Revolution 5.0. After becoming the first company to introduce authentic wood materials and carbon fiber to custom wheels, Davin is once again reinventing its inaugural Revolution line with ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Completes Acquisition of Leading Canadian Auto Finance Platform, dealerAccess
MELVILLE, N.Y.--Jan. 5, 2004-- Deal Expands DealerTrack's North American Presence While Enhancing Opportunities for Canadian Dealers and Finance Sources DealerTrack, Inc., a technology services company enabling finance transactions between automobile dealers and financing sources through its DealerTrack(TM) platform, t ... Continue reading
Delphi Adds Accessories for Complete Line of Satellite Radio Receivers
Products Currently Available at www.shopdelphi.com LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5 -- Delphi Corp. announced today the addition of several accessories for the most successful satellite radios on the market today -- the Delphi XM SKYFi and Roady satellite radio receivers and the Delphi Audio System -- the industry's first completely ... Continue reading
Delphi Electric Power Steering Now Featured On Seven Production Vehicles
TROY, Mich., Jan. 5 -- Delphi Corp.'s Electric Power Steering (EPS) business continues to grow with seven production programs, including the new Chevrolet Malibu and Malibu Maxx. Delphi has extensive design and production experience with nearly 2.5 million units in production since 1999. Delphi's EPS system is currentl ... Continue reading
Delphi Stays at the Cutting Edge of Entertainment Sophistication With Two New Vehicle Audio Units
Delphi Demonstrates Two New Receivers that Enhance Quality, Performance, Features and Functions LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5 -- Delphi Corp. will unveil two brand new audio receivers at the 2004 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this week in Las Vegas. Delphi officials will demonstrate the company's latest digital AM/ ... Continue reading
Delphi's Wireless Heritage Paves the Way for New Connectivity Technologies
Delphi Connects the Home, the Office to Vehicle Entertainment and Information by Using IEEE 802.11g Technology LAS VEGAS, Jan. 5 -- With more than 68 years experience in wireless communications, Delphi Corp. is expanding on its reputation of bringing new technologies to market by pioneering the benefits for 802.11g in ... Continue reading
IP synaro Software Suite Chosen by MotoSport Outlet
IRVINE, Calif.--Jan. 5, 2004--Island Pacific (AMEX:IPI) announced today that MotoSport Outlet, Inc. (MotoSport), a leading retail cataloger and direct merchant of competition motocross parts and accessories, has chosen its software suite of products to manage orders and support the company's rapid growth. The products ... Continue reading
Motorola Automotive Reveals Latest In-Car Technology at 2004 North American International Auto Show
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Jan. 5 -- Technologies that make the car smarter, co-branded wireless phones and an in-vehicle Bluetooth(TM) wireless technology system are just a few technologies Motorola Automotive is displaying at the 2004 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). In addition, Motorola Automotive is d ... Continue reading
PR: CheapestCarInsurance.com Launches New Consumer Awareness Campaign
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CheapestCarInsurance.com Launches New Consumer Awareness Campaign Company urges families to take action toward saving money in 2004 CHINO HILLS, Calif., Jan. 5, 2004 -- Those whose resolutions this year include spending less money might be wise to pay a visit to CheapestCarInsurance.com (www.cheap ... Continue reading
The Auto Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia Launches the CARing for Kids Foundation
PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 5 -- The Auto Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia (ADAGP), producers of the Philadelphia International Auto Show, announced today the formation of the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation. The newly established Foundation is an extension of the organization's Auto Dealers CARing for Kids c ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Names Patrick Stobb Director, Investor Relations
LIVONIA, Mich., Jan. 5 -- TRW Automotive today announced that Patrick Stobb has joined the company as director, Investor Relations. Mr. Stobb reports directly to Joseph Cantie, vice president and chief financial officer, and is located at the TRW offices in Livonia, Michigan. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/ ... Continue reading
Porsche Cars North America Reports December U.S. Sales
Best Year Since 1986 Record; December Sales Up 109 Percent ATLANTA, Jan. 5 -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc., (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars (Boxster, 911 and Cayenne) in the United States and Canada, announced today its best calendar year since 1986, when PCNA reached its all-time record of ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Launches 100k-Mile Warranty
CYPRESS, Calif., Jan. 5 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today announced a standard 10-year, 100-thousand mile limited powertrain warranty for all Mitsubishi Motors products sold in the U.S., beginning with '04 models. This includes coverage for the high-performance Lancer Evolution, winner of Automobile ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors Reports December Sales
Company Enters 2004 With Strong Products and 10-Year/100,000-Mile Warranty CYPRESS, Calif., Jan. 5 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today reported December 2003 sales of 18,418 units. Total sales in December 2003 represent a nine percent increase over sales in November 2003 and the company closed the yea ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: Ford to Introduce Lincoln Pickup Truck
DETROIT January 4, 2004; Ford Motor Co. plans to introduce yet another Lincoln pickup truck, called the Mark LT, despite the failure of its earlier upscale pickup attempt. Darryl Hazel, president of Lincoln Mercury, said the 2006 Lincoln pickup will be introduced at the North American International Auto Show Monday. Th ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Total Sales Down In 2003
DETROIT, Jan 5, 2003: Reuters reported that carmaker DaimlerChrysler said on Monday it sold 3.82 million cars globally in 2003, down from 3.98 million the previous year. The car giant said its Chrysler unit sold 2.61 million vehicles in 2003 versus 2.74 million a year ago, while Mercedes and Smart car sales dropped to ... Continue reading
LONDON, January 5 -- Amicus National Secretary for the automotive industry, Duncan Simpson, said: "The second tranche of action begins today with withdrawal by union members of the flexible working time arrangements and we will be meeting with senior shop stewards at the plant on Wednesday to discuss next steps. "I wou ... Continue reading
Thor Receives Record 1,000 Unit Recreation Vehicle Order
RV Retail Exceptionally Strong In November and December JACKSON CENTER, Ohio, Jan. 5 -- Thor Industries, Inc. announced today that it received an order from Cruise America Inc., the largest RV rental operator in the U.S. and Canada, for approximately 1,000 Class C motor homes on Ford chassis to be built by Thor's Four ... Continue reading
BREA, Calif., Jan. 5 -- American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) has realigned the organizational structure of its headquarters in Brea, Calif. to facilitate a five-year growth plan aimed at tripling Suzuki's U.S. auto business by 2007. The realignment, effective January 1, 2004, decentralizes and strengthens certain e ... Continue reading
Chrysler Brings Stow 'n Go Seating And Storage System to Market in Just 18 Months
* Erector Set helps design engineer bring minivan-first feature to life * Entirely new underbody created * "We walked out of the meeting with full program approval and an incredible sense of urgency." AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 5 -- Lou Rhodes was at home with his 12-year-old son, Jon, tinkering with an Erector Set when ... Continue reading
Most Delightful Cars:New Metric Exposes Japanese Gains in US Truck Market
SAN DIEGO--Jan. 5, 2004--Determining that satisfaction among new vehicle owners was not enough, Strategic Vision, Inc. developed a new metric to help product planners develop delightful vehicles that will beat the competition in a highly competitive marketplace. The San-Diego-based research and automotive consulting fi ... Continue reading
AAR Chosen to Provide Shelters for the U.S. Army
WOOD DALE, Ill., Jan. 5 -- AAR announced today that they have signed an agreement with Stewart & Stevenson Tactical Vehicle Systems Limited Partnership ("Stewart & Stevenson") under which AAR Mobility Systems will supply Shop Vans and Expansible Vans for the U.S. Army's Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles ("FMTV") progr ... Continue reading
AutoCorp's Subsidiaries Open New Credit Facilities
FRISCO, Texas, Jan. 5 -- AutoCorp Equities, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: ACOR) announced today that two of its subsidiaries, American Finance Company (AFCO), and AutoCorp Financial Services (AFS), have obtained credit lines to facilitate future growth. AFCO's new credit line is with Far East National Bank. The $10,000,000 is ... Continue reading
CHINO HILLS, Calif., Jan. 5 -- Those whose resolutions this year include spending less money might be wise to pay a visit to CheapestCarInsurance.com (www.cheapestcarinsurance.com). The free Web site, designed to help people find the most competitive insurance rates available, is kicking off 2004 with a new consumer aw ... Continue reading
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--Jan. 5, 2004--Mattel, Inc. joined with Ferrari today at the North American International Auto Show for the worldwide introduction of the new Ferrari 612 Scaglietti and its Hot Wheels(R) die-cast counterpart. With meticulous attention to detail, the Hot Wheels(R) Ferrari 612 was built to capture the ... Continue reading
Fleetwood Enterprises Secures $75 Million Warehouse Line of Credit
HomeOne Subsidiary to Increase Financing to Its Manufactured Housing Retail Customers RIVERSIDE, Calif., Jan. 5 -- Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. , the nation's leader in recreational vehicle sales and a leading producer and retailer of manufactured housing, announced today that its HomeOne Credit Corp. subsidiary has sec ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- When the new 2005 Ford Mustang GT took to the stage for its world premier at Detroit's North American International Auto Show, it rolled out on a set of BFGoodrich g-Force T/A (R)KDW tires. "We are honored that Ford has chosen to outfit their icon vehicle, the 2005 Mustang with BFGoodrich tires," sai ... Continue reading
Appoints Automotive Industry Veteran Scott D. Upham to Head Automotive & Transportation Research Group ROCHESTER, N.Y. and DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Harris Interactive(R), a worldwide market research and consulting firm, introduces its enhanced, Internet-based market research capabilities for vehicle manufacturers and Tier 1- ... Continue reading
JPMorgan Partners Announces Acquisition of IMO Car Wash Group From Bridgepoint
LONDON, January 5 -- JPMorgan Partners (JPMP), the private equity arm of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. , announced today that they have signed a definitive agreement under which JPMP will acquire IMO Car Wash Group Ltd from a group of financial investors led by Bridgepoint including Phoenix Equity Partners. The acquisition i ... Continue reading
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--Jan. 5, 2004-- Leverages OASIS' MOST(R) networking technology embedded in QuickMIPS devices QuickLogic Corporation , the inventor and pioneer of Embedded Standard Products (ESPs), today announced that it had entered into a partnership with OASIS SiliconSystems AG with the goal of leveraging silicon a ... Continue reading
Paul Newman, Hank Aaron, Caroline Kennedy and Others to Select Nation's Top Hometown Hero
NEW YORK--Jan. 5, 2004-- Eight Celebrities Will Judge Volvo for Life Awards, Nation's Largest Search for Hometown Heroes; Hero Nominations Accepted at www.volvoforlifeawards.com Through Jan. 16 Know a person doing good deeds in your community? If so, celebrities such as Paul Newman, Hank Aaron and Caroline Kennedy coul ... Continue reading
Perot Systems Corporation Announces 10-Year Contract With Key Safety Systems, Inc.
PLANO, Texas, Jan. 5 -- Perot Systems Corporation today announced the signing of a 10-year information technology (IT) outsourcing contract with Key Safety Systems, Inc., a member of the Carlyle Management Group (CMG). As part of the contract, Perot Systems will provide applications development and maintenance, IT infr ... Continue reading
SAE Detroit Section to Introduce Ford F-150 Truck at January 29 Meeting
DETROIT--Jan. 5, 2004--As it celebrates more than 85 years of truck experience and 55 years of F-Series accomplishments, Ford is again redefining its F-150 truck. Frank Davis, Vehicle Programs Director for Pickup Trucks and Commercial Vehicles and Dan Gompper, Vehicle Dynamics Supervisor will present the F-150 story. J ... Continue reading
Superior Extrusion Expanding in Michigan, an Advisory from Industrialinfo.com
HOUSTON--Jan. 5, 2004--Researched by Industrialinfo.com (Industrial Information Resources, Incorporated; Houston, Texas). Gwinn, Michigan-based Superior Extrusion Incorporated (Plant 1062480) has awarded an architectural and engineering contract for the first phase of preliminary design for a 50,000 square foot additio ... Continue reading
BEDFORD, Texas--Jan. 5, 2004--Warrantech Corporation (OTC: WTEC), a leading independent provider of service contracts and after-market warranties, is unveiling new time- and cost-saving features for its web-based tool, WCPS Online, at the International Consumer Electronics Show, which starts today in Las Vegas. New mod ... Continue reading
NIKE and BFGoodrich Tires Team With GM for HUMMER H3T Concept
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- When HUMMER designers teamed with NIKE(R) to create distinctive new "shoes" for the HUMMER(R) H3T concept vehicle, they turned to BFGoodrich(R) Tires to deliver their vision. Dubbed the "BFGoodrich ACG T/A(R)", the new 275/70R19 concept tires combine the premier athletic shoe styling of NIKE with the ... Continue reading
Volkswagen AG and Archer Daniels Midland Announce Biodiesel Research Agreement
DETROIT, Mich., Jan. 5 -- Volkswagen AG and Archer Daniels Midland Company today announced the creation of a joint research agreement aimed at further developing and utilizing biodiesel fuels for the automotive industry. This Agreement marks the first time that one of the world's leading automakers has joined forces wi ... Continue reading
Lee Iacocca Talks Hybrids, Fuel Cells, and Oil in Green Car Journal's Spring 2004 Issue
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., Jan. 5 -- According to Lee Iacocca, Detroit had better get going or it risks losing the hybrid market to Japan, China is aiming to leapfrog ahead of America with hybrids and other clean cars, and automakers are betting the farm on fuel cell vehicles even though the lack of a hydrogen infrastruc ... Continue reading
It's a Wrap! Nissan Teams With Michelin for Unique Concept Design
DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Nissan designers had an idea for a truly unique tire and wheel package to complete their stunning new Actic concept. Working with the concept tire design team at Michelin brought that vision to life. The challenge from Michelin's perspective was fitting the architecture of a car tire into a motorcycl ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Sells 3.8 Million Passenger Vehicles Worldwide in 2003
-- Mercedes-Benz consolidates position as leading producer of premium automobiles worldwide -- Chrysler Group shows resilience in tough market environment; Dodge Ram has best year ever -- Six new models from Mercedes Car Group and nine models from Chrysler Group in 2004 form foundation for substantial growth in the nex ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: Mercedes-Benz Debuts High-Tech Diesel Car for U.S. Market
Quiet, Powerful Engine to Change Perceptions About Diesel DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Mercedes-Benz, the company that invented the diesel car, is debuting a new diesel-powered car for the U.S. market. Beginning this spring, the company will market an E320 CDI, a highly fuel-efficient diesel version of its successful E-Class sed ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: Mercedes-Benz Reinvents the Vision Grand Sports Tourer
Vision Grand Sports Tourer Hybrid On Display at 2004 Detroit Auto Show DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- Mercedes-Benz is displaying the Vision Grand Sports Tourer today during press activities preceding the opening of the North American International Auto Show at the Cobo Center in Detroit, January 10-19, 2004. By combining the stre ... Continue reading
2004:Detroit Auto ShowMercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Makes Debut
New SLR Super Sports GT Highlighted at Detroit Show DETROIT, Jan. 5 -- The new Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is making its North American debut today during press activities preceding the opening of the North American International Auto Show at the Cobo Center in Detroit, January 10-19. The SLR features a full carbon fiber ... Continue reading
Carlos Ghosn - 2004 NAIAS Nissan Press Conference Speech
President, CEO Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. [Jan. 05, 04] Everything we touch, we shift. And everything we shift, we try to make better. “Shift” is not just a tagline. ... Continue reading
2004 DETROIT AUTO SHOW: 2005 Mustang is Revealed in Detroit
By: Brad Nevin | Ford Communications Network The 2005 Mustang GT (top) is the most attainable 300-horsepower V-8 performance car on the market, and its V-6 Coupe stablemate is the best rear-wheel-drive car under $20,000. DETROIT – Like wild horses on an open plain, the Mustang always has exuded a sense of natural ... Continue reading
2004 DETROIT AUTO SHOW : Day One Wrap
DETROIT January 4, 2003; Dee-Ann Durbin writing for the AP reported that: --Toyota Motor Co. set a new U.S. sales record in 2003, selling more than 1.85 million vehicles, executive vice president Jim Press said Sunday. Although complete sales figures weren't scheduled for release until Monday, Press said Toyota increas ... Continue reading
Orbit Racing - Daytona test Sunday
still quick Orbit Racing continued its strong performance in preparation for the Rolex 24 at Daytona, with the fastest GT class time in the final Sunday practice session. The team changed the transmission in the No. 44 Classic Industries Porsche 911 GT3 RS on Sunday morning, so the drivers were limited to a partial mor ... Continue reading
AASCO Porsche Leaves Daytona Testing With Top Speed
AASCO Porsche Leaves Daytona Testing With Top Speed DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., January 4, 2003 - After setting the top speed in the new SGS class for the first two days of open testing for the 42nd Annual Rolex 24 of Daytona (International Speedway), AASCO Motorsports has chosen to forego the final day of testing and return ... Continue reading
2004 Detroit Auto Show: Polk Announces Automotive Loyalty Award Winners
Numerous New Winners Emerge Across Segment-Level Categories for Model Year 2003 DETROIT, Jan. 4 -- R. L. Polk & Co., the automotive industry's premier tracker of consumer loyalty among owners of new vehicles, today presented the eighth annual Polk Automotive Loyalty Awards at the 2004 North American International Auto ... Continue reading
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