1999 U.S. Auto Sales Set New Record; Up 8.75%, Reports Morgan & Company, Inc.
Morgan & Company, Inc. reports that U.S. auto sales totaled 16.95 million for 1999, an increase of 8.75% over 1998, and up 5.77% from the previous record set back in 1986 when just over 16 million vehicles were sold. ... Continue reading
2001 Ford F-150 SuperCrew - Opening New Doors
The new 2001-model Ford F-150 SuperCrew adds a new dimension to work- and personal-use trucks. It is the only under-8500-pound gross vehicle weight (GVW) truck in its class with four full- size doors and a full rear passenger compartment. ... Continue reading
Alcoa Purchases Noranda Aluminum, Inc.'s Excel Extrusions Unit
Alcoa Inc. and Noranda Aluminum, Inc. announced that Alcoa has purchased Excel Extrusions Inc., a subsidiary of Noranda Aluminum, Inc. located in Warren, Ohio. ... Continue reading
All-New Acura 3.2CL Luxury Performance Coupe Makes World Debut
Acura introduced the all-new 3.2CL coupe at the 2000 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show. ... Continue reading
All-New Acura 3.2CL Luxury Performance Coupe To Make World Debut
Acura's all-new luxury performance coupe, the 3.2CL, is shown for the first time anywhere at the Greater Los Angeles Auto Show. ... Continue reading
AMES Award(TM) Gives Consumers First-of-a-Kind Awards Program
Automotive consumers are about to get a new resource to help them evaluate the environmental performance of cars and light trucks. ... Continue reading
ARCA: Watson and Bainey team-up for 2000
Watson and Bainey team-up for 2000 ... Continue reading
Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Named Robb Report's 2000 Car of the Year
The Aston Martin DB7 Vantage sports/grand touring car has been named Robb Report magazine's 2000 Car of the Year, beating out past winners and perennial luxury favorites Mercedes and Ferrari. ... Continue reading
ATLANTICS: Lynx racing in pursuit of championship winning effort for 2000
Lynx - New Engineers ... Continue reading
Code-Alarm Remote Starters a Hot Seller Despite Mild Weather
Code-Alarm's answer to cold winter mornings has been a hotseller. ... Continue reading
Code-Alarm Set to Ship 1,000,000th Optical Impact Sensor
Code-Alarm, Inc. said it expects to ship its one-millionth infrared impact sensor during the month of January -- making it the fastest-selling new product in the company's 21-year history. ... Continue reading
Code-Alarm's New Elite 911 Honks Off Car Thieves With Real Panic Sound(TM)
Rather than accept that reality, engineers at Code-Alarm, Inc. set out last year to create a new alarm sound tha would grab the attention of anyone and everyone who heard it. ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Concept Vehicle Introduces 'Passenger Priority Design'
Today, at its North American debut, the Chrysler Java introduced a fresh concept to the compact vehicle segment -- "Passenger Priority Design." ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Reports Assembly Plant Schedule for Week of Jan 10, 2000
DaimlerChrysler Corporation reports all nine U.S. assembly plants and all three Canadian assembly plants will operate the week of January 10, 2000. ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler's Howler Prowls Greater Los Angeles Auto Show
Paying homage to the rolling art of hot rods, DaimlerChrysler showcased yet another concept vehicle at the Greater Los Angeles Auto Show -- the Howler. ... Continue reading
Delphi To Take Leadership Role in New Satellite Radio Market
Delphi Automotive Systems has signed agreements with both Sirius Satellite Radio, Inc. and XM Satellite Radio, Inc. to design, develop and market special three-band vehicle audio systems capable of receiving a new satellite broadcast service. ... Continue reading
DuPont Automotive: Silver, Other 'Techno-colors' Drive 21st Century Consumers
It's a new millennium and consumers want vehicle colors that reflect the public's growing interest in technology, as they seek comfort in nature. ... Continue reading
DynaMotive Technologies Corporation Announces Nasdaq Review Panel Decision
DynaMotive Technologies Corporation announced that the Nasdaq Listing and Hearing Review Council has affirmed the April 16, 1999 decision of the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Panel to delist DynaMotive's shares from the Nasdaq Stock Market. ... Continue reading
Eaton Appoints David S. Barrie Vice President of Asia/Pacific Operations
Eaton Corporation announced that it has named David S. Barrie Vice President, Asia/Pacific, effective February 1, 2000. ... Continue reading
Everything You've Always Wanted to Know About Auto Glass in Cold Climates
Batteries. Jumper cables. Snow tires. Some car parts get all the attention during the winter months - while your windshield quietly keeps you safe from the brunt of winter's brutality. ... Continue reading
Explorer Sport Trac: Nothing Else Like It
"It is all about versatility and innovation. There is nothing else like it. The new Ford Explorer Sport Trac is a sport utility vehicle for people who live the SUV lifestyle. ... Continue reading
Ford Bullitt Mustang: Designed to Win the Chase
Ford's newest concept car, the 2000 Bullitt Mustang GT, is designed with all the excitement of its namesake classic Hollywood film. ... Continue reading
Ford Desert Excursion: 'Go Anywhere' Capability
Ready to take on any challenge -- from the remote desert to the wild jungle -- the Ford Desert Excursion concept is the ultimate go-anywhere, do-anything truck. ... Continue reading
Ford Poised to Win Annual California Sales Leadership Race For 17th Straight Year!
When the final numbers are in, Ford Division will have sold more cars and trucks during 1999 than any other automotive division in the important trend-setting California market. ... Continue reading
Ford's 'Bullitt' Mustang Leads the Chase at Greater L.A. Auto Show
Ford Division's introduction of the Mustang "Bullitt" concept car highlighted today's activity at the Greater L.A. Auto Show. Ford Division also presented the public premiere of the Desert Excursion concept sport utility vehicle. ... Continue reading
Ford Thunderbird Concept: American Icon is Back
An automotive legend was reborn as the Ford Thunderbird made its return as an all-new concept car at the 1999 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. ... Continue reading
GermanAutoReport.com Offers First Look At Volkswagen 'Dune'
GermanAutoReport.com, the free online e-zine specializing in German cars offers coverage of the 2000 Los Angeles Auto Show, including a first look at the Volkswagen Dune, a 4 wheel drive concept car based on the popular new Beetle. ... Continue reading
GM - Pontiac Aztek to Offer All-Wheel-Drive System
General Motors (GM) has announced that it's 2001 model year Pontiac Aztek will offer an optional on-demand all-wheel drive system, supplied by Steyr-Daimler-Puch. ... Continue reading
Goodyear Moves Forward with Integration of Dunlop Joint Venture
Goodyear took another step in its globalization plans with the announcement that it will integrate commercial truck tire and mold production within the company's recently completed joint venture with Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. in Europe. ... Continue reading
Huffaker/Qvale Motorsports and Tommy Bahama Unveil Mangusta
Huffaker/Qvale Motorsports and Tommy Bahama Unveil Mangusta ... Continue reading
Initial Dealership Response to Management System Confirms Marketing Gap
As anticipated, the recent debut of the Customer Management System has proven an unrivaled success for Advantage Integrated Marketing, with dealership response surpassing AIM's high expectations. ... Continue reading
IRL: Gregoire fastest of the day, but Ray remains supreme in testing
IRL: Gregoire fastest of the day, but Ray remains supreme in testing ... Continue reading
IRL: Olsmobile completes second successful track test with new 3.5 liter Aurora V8
Oldsmobile IRL Orlando Test ... Continue reading
IRL: Schmidt in critical condition after Orlando test crash
IRL: Schmidt in critical condition after Orlando test crash ... Continue reading
IRL: Team Cheever practice Notes and Quotes, Orlando Open Test
IRL: Team Cheever practice Notes and Quotes, Orlando Open Test ... Continue reading
Joseph P. Tomczak to Join Kevco as Chief Financial Officer
Kevco, Inc. announced that Joseph P. Tomczak will be joining Kevco effective January 17, 2000 as executive vice president and chief financial officer. ... Continue reading
Kona Mountain Bikes Aligns with Ford Motor Company for Kona Edition Focus
Kona Mountain Bikes has teamed up with Ford Motor Company to create the Ford Focus Kona edition vehicle. The Kona edition is one of the feature vehicles that Ford is developing to help launch the Focus in the US over the next 18 to 24 months. ... Continue reading
LADWP Supports U.S. Postal Service Electric Vehicle Project
The Board of Water and Power Commissioners gave the go-ahead to pursue an agreement with the U.S. Postal Service to provide support and expertise for more than 100 electric-powered delivery vehicles at four post offices within the city of LA. ... Continue reading
Lincoln LS Plays Major Role in Lincoln's Auto Show Lineup
When the Lincoln LS recently was named Motor Trend's 2000 Car of the Year, it capped off a banner 1999 for the California- based car company as Lincoln solidified itself as the premier provider of American luxury. ... Continue reading
Mace Security's Insiders Make Capital Investment of Approximately $1.3M
Mace Security International, Inc. announced that their isiders invested a total capital investment of approximately $1.3 million by exercising Mace stock options and purchasing equity through private placements. ... Continue reading
Modine Forms North American Engine Products Group
Modine Manufacturing Company has created an Engine Products Group for North America, announced Ernest T. Thomas, Group Vice President, Highway Products. ... Continue reading
NASCAR Business: Michael Holigan: 'NASCAR Is the Best Way to Build Brand Awareness'
Michael Holigan: 'NASCAR Is the Best Way to Build Brand Awareness' ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Pre-season personnel moves continue at Richard Childress Racing
NASCAR WCUP: Pre-season personnel moves continue at Richard Childress Racing ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Schrader and Bliss heading to Daytona for early jump on testing
NASCAR WCUP: Schrader and Bliss heading to Daytona for early jump on testing ... Continue reading
NASCAR WCUP: Tony Stewart Named Driver of the Year
NASCAR WCUP: Tony Stewart Named Driver of the Year ... Continue reading
Neon SRT is Taking it to the Streets
When the next-generation Neon was introduced last year, it was hailed as a more sophisticated and refined compact car. Now, it's modified and supercharged too and the result is the sport compact concept known as Neon SRT. ... Continue reading
Pennzoil Announces Sponsorship of the International Automotive Technicians' Network
With a combined knowledge base of more than 450,000 years, members of the International Automotive Technicians' Network (iATN) provide consumers with high-quality automotive diagnosis, service and repair. ... Continue reading
Pontiac Wants to Know 'Why You're Bold Enough to Drive the Aztek?'
The bold, innovative styling and personality of the 2001 Pontiac Aztek, sport recreation vehicle, will be showcased on the Internet after 20 winners of an unusual online contest hit the streets in a 45-day test-drive of the all-new vehicle. ... Continue reading
PricewaterhouseCoopers Forecasts Dramatic Changes for Auto Industry in 21st Century
The traditional roles of vehicle manufacturers, suppliers and retailers will change significantly in the future, according to a new report published by PricewaterhouseCoopers. ... Continue reading
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Rolls-Royce Reveals New Corniche Convertible
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Limited revealed its new $359,990 Corniche convertible at the 2000 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show, dominating a line of new model intros as the most expensive production Rolls-Royce model ever launched. ... Continue reading
Simula Inc. Comments on Outlook for Fourth-Quarter 1999 and Fiscal 2000
Simula Inc. said that, pursuant to a recently announced sale of assets and recapitalization that together are expected to increase working capital by approximately $6 million, the company expects to be solidly profitable in fiscal 2000. ... Continue reading
Subaru Introduces Dramatic New ST-X Concept Vehicle
Subaru of America Inc. unveiled the ST-X, a concept for a new type of crossover vehicle that blends the versatility of a four- door pickup truck with the performance and comfort of a sport sedan. ... Continue reading
Team Chicago Challenge (TV Show)
Team Chicago Challenge ... Continue reading
The BMW Z8 and 323i Sport Wagon Make Their North American Debuts
BMW unveiled two new models at the Greater Los Angeles Auto Show. The Z8 super sports car and the 323i sport wagon, the first 3 Series wagon to be offered in the U.S., were shown for the first time in North America. ... Continue reading
The Cobalt Group Partners with InfoSpace.com
The Cobalt Group announced that it will dramatically expand consumer choice in online car shopping by providing its 200,000 used vehicle listings to InfoSpace.com, one of the Web's leading infrastructure companies. ... Continue reading
Two American Legends: Ford and Harley-Davidson
Two legends of the American road, Ford Motor Company and Harley- Davidson Motor Company, are preparing to celebrate their centennials in 2003, and each company is proud of its rich heritage and contributions to American motoring. ... Continue reading
Williams Controls Industries Names Gary A. Hafner as Production Manager
Williams Controls, Inc. announced that Gary A. Hafner has been named Production Manager of the company's largest subsidiary, Williams Controls Industries in Portland, Oregon. ... Continue reading
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