Nissan recalling Hypermini electric cars
TOKYO December 5, 2003 — Nissan Motor Co said Thursday it will recall 219 units of its Hypermini electric vehicle for free repairs of defective parts. In a report filed with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, Nissan said part of the shock absorber linking the front wheels and car body frames coul ... Continue reading
GM Announces Communications Personnel Moves
DETROIT - General Motors Corp. today announced two executive appointments within its Corporate Communications Staff. Tom Wilkinson, currently director of Communications for Chevrolet Motor Division, has been named director of Corporate Technology Communications, replacing Joe Jacuzzi, who will succeed Wilkinson at Chev ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Divulga Intenção de se Desfazer do Grupo de Aftermarket
Companhia se concentrará no apoio aos clientes mundiais de equipamento original TOLEDO, Ohio, 3 de dezembro /PR Newswire/ -- Em uma tentativa de aperfeiçoar a concentração da Dana Corporation no mercado de equipamento original, a Diretoria da companhia divulgou hoje que pretende se desfazer do Grupo de Posventa Aut ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Anuncia Intención de Vender División de Posventa
La Empresa Se Centrará en Dar Soporte a Clientes Globales de Equipos Originales TOLEDO, Ohio, 3 de diciembre /PR Newswire/ -- En una medida que agudizará la especialización de Dana Corporation en el mercado de equipos originales, el Directorio de dicha empresa anunció hoy que tiene la intención de vender la divisi ... Continue reading
American Axle & Manufacturing Announces Secondary Offering
DETROIT, Dec. 3 -- American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (AAM), which is traded as AXL on the NYSE, announced that yesterday, after the markets closed, Blackstone Capital Partners II Merchant Banking Fund L.P. and its affiliates (Blackstone) agreed to sell 6,510,992 shares of common stock to Credit Suisse First ... Continue reading
MONTREAL--Dec. 3, 2003--Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.A) (TSX:BBD.B) -- $0.06 earnings per share, excluding gain on sale of Military Aviation Services -- Profitability improving at Bombardier Aerospace -- Intensified focus on increasing profitability at Bombardier Transportation Bombardier Inc. today reported its financial ... Continue reading
Concurrent and Opal-RT Unveil RT-LAB RLX-Real-Time Simulation Platform for iHawk Linux Systems
ATLANTA--Dec. 3, 2003-- New Software Makes It Possible to Conduct High Fidelity Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing Under RedHawk(TM) Linux OS Concurrent Computer Corporation , Integrated Solutions Division, and Opal-RT Technologies Inc. (www.opal-rt.com), a leader in distributed simulation on PC-based platforms, today announ ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Announces Intention to Divest Aftermarket Group
TOLEDO, Ohio, December 3 -- - Company to Focus on Supporting Global Original Equipment Customers In a move to sharpen Dana Corporation's focus on the original equipment marketplace, its Board of Directors announced today that it intends to divest the company's Automotive Aftermarket Group. The Board stated that the key ... Continue reading
Delphi Board Declares Quarterly Dividend
TROY, Mich., Dec. 3 -- The Delphi Board of Directors today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.07 per share on Delphi $0.01 par value common stock. The dividend is payable January 14, 2004 to shareholders of record as of the close of business December 15, 2003. ... Continue reading
Delphi Pioneers New Racing Technologies With Pi Research
Products Improve Data Accuracy and Help Teams Better Understand Racecar Performance TROY, Mich., Dec. 3 -- Delphi Corp. said it is continuing to lead the race for advanced technology in motor sports with the introduction of groundbreaking sensor technology developed in conjunction with Pi Research, a world leader in mo ... Continue reading
Department of Agriculture Announces Availability of New Dog and Cat Specialty License Plates
ATLANTA, Dec. 3 -- In an effort to help curb Georgia's homeless pet population, specialty vehicle license plates are now available at county tag offices statewide, the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) announced this week. The commemorative license plates, which feature a dog and cat depicted against a Georgia pe ... Continue reading
Fairchild Semiconductor Raises Fourth Quarter 2003 Revenue Guidance
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine--Dec. 3, 2003--Fairchild Semiconductor , announced today that order rates continue to be strong across all end markets and fourth quarter revenues are now expected to be 8 to 10% higher than third quarter 2003. Fairchild previously guided 6 to 8% sequential revenue growth. "Bookings continued to b ... Continue reading
Infineon Raceway Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities Raises More Than $330,000
Contact: John Cardinale Infineon Raceway (707) 933-3907 Infineon Raceway Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities Raises More Than $330,000 SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) - The Infineon Raceway Chapter of Speedway Children's Charities raised $330,426 during the 2003 race season that will be used primarily to fund n ... Continue reading
Leading Collision Technology Providers Adopt OEConnection's New Certification Integration Program
RICHFIELD, Ohio, Dec. 3 -- OEConnection today announced the launch of its Certified Integration Program with leading technology providers in the collision repair business. Under the new program, collision industry information systems providers and other technology firms can integrate their products with OEConnection's ... Continue reading
New Bluestone Engineered Composite from 3D Systems Provides Exceptional Stiffness and Strength
VALENCIA, Calif.--Dec. 3, 2003-- SL Product Suitable for Wind Tunnel Models, Electronic Enclosures and Assemblies for Aerospace 3D Systems Corp. will introduce the new Bluestone(TM) SL product for its stereolithography (SLA(R)) systems in 2004. The Bluestone SL product, which is based on a newly developed technology, w ... Continue reading
JUPITER, Fla.--Dec. 3, 2003--The most effective way for consumers to save money on auto insurance is to have a safe driving record, while the best way to maintain reasonable homeowners insurance is to avoid filing small claims that could be paid outright, according to Weiss Ratings, Inc., the nation's leading independe ... Continue reading
Sports Wheels, Inc. Signs Agreement with Promotional Containers, Inc.
VANCOUVER, Wash.--Dec. 3, 2003--Sports Wheels, Inc. (Pink Sheets:SSWH), is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with Promotional Containers, Inc., a Lexington, Kentucky based company to promote and provide access to major league sports and college industries. "We believe this is a big step forward ... Continue reading
The Cistek Group Offers Best Practice Assessment and Action Program
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Dec. 3, 2003--The Cistek Group announced today an introductory offer for their Best Practice Assessment and Action Program involving special pricing and a money back guarantee. "A CEO's job is to increase shareholder value," said Tom Cissell, President of The Cistek Group. "To accomplish this, many look ... Continue reading
PARIS, France, December 3 -- Valeo today announced that it had exercised its option to acquire an additional 10 per cent of the share capital of the existing joint venture Zexel Valeo Climate Control Corporation from Bosch Automotive Systems Corporation, Japan. Zexel Valeo Climate Control designs and manufactures air c ... Continue reading
PARIS, Dec. 3 -- Valeo today announced that it had exercised its option to acquire an additional 10 percent of the share capital of the existing joint venture Zexel Valeo Climate Control Corporation from Bosch Automotive Systems Corporation, Japan. Zexel Valeo Climate Control designs and manufactures air conditioning s ... Continue reading
- New High Output Cummins "600" Turbo Diesel Produces Class-Dominating 600 lb.-ft. of torque - New Engine Tougher, Quieter and Meets 50-state Emissions Requirements - Best-in-class Towing, GCWR and GVWR AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 3 -- Dodge, the brand that revolutionized the diesel pickup market when it launched the sta ... Continue reading
Acme Auto Leasing Names Ron Bucher Manager, Corporate Sales and Marketing
NORTH HAVEN, Conn., Dec. 3 -- Acme Auto Leasing, LLC today announced the appointment of Ronald J. Bucher as Manager, Corporate Sales and Marketing. Bucher, based in Toms River, New Jersey, is responsible for expanding Acme's commercial vehicle leasing program throughout the mid-Atlantic region, with emphasis on the sma ... Continue reading
Cascade Corporation Announces Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2004 Earnings Call
PORTLAND, Ore.--Dec. 3, 2003--Cascade Corporation, , a leading international manufacturer of lift truck attachments, forks and accessories, will host a conference call to report third quarter fiscal 2004 results on Wednesday, December 10, 2003 at 2:00 pm PST. Conference Call Information Robert C. Warren, Jr., President ... Continue reading
Featherlite Inc. and Foretravel Motorhomes Begin New Dealer Partnership
-- Featherlite Inc. is pleased to announce its appointment as the exclusive dealer in the state of Florida of Foretravel Luxury Motorhomes. Featherlite Luxury Coaches' sales and service center in Sanford, Fla. will carry the full line of Foretravel Motorhomes along with offering warranty, parts and service to Foretrave ... Continue reading
SANFORD, Fla.--Dec. 3, 2003--Featherlite, Inc. is pleased to announce its appointment as the exclusive dealer in the state of Florida of Foretravel Luxury Motorhomes. Featherlite Luxury Coaches' sales and service center in Sanford, Florida will carry the full line of Foretravel Motorhomes along with offering warranty, ... Continue reading
PASADENA, Calif.--Dec. 3, 2003-- "The Path Forward: Technologies & Solutions for Changing Times" Sponsorships Triple for Event Feb. 25-27, 2004 What new technologies and fuels are coming for heavy-duty vehicles, how much will they reduce emissions and fuel use, and how much might they cost? Reflecting the rapid change ... Continue reading
Honeywell Announces Successful Completion of Offer for the Common Shares of Silent Witness
SYOSSET, N.Y.--Dec. 3, 2003--Honeywell International Inc. announced today that SW Acquisition Inc. (the Offeror), an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Honeywell, was successful in its offer for all of the outstanding common shares of Silent Witness Enterprises Ltd. (TSX:SWE). At the expiration time for the bid of 4:3 ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich.--Dec. 3, 2003--InfoAlly, a pioneer in eCoaching technology, today announced the launch of "The Lean Coach(TM)" -- a performance system designed to help manufacturing companies eliminate millions of dollars from their operational budgets through the application of Lean principles. The Lean approach, original ... Continue reading
WALTHAM, Mass.--Dec. 3, 2003-- Built-in Domain Expertise, User-Friendly Environment Enhances Section 302 and 404 Compliance Efforts OpenPages, a leading provider of enterprise compliance management solutions, today announced that Keystone Automotive Industries Inc. , a $438 million provider of automotive collision part ... Continue reading
LoJack Corporation Announces Appointment Of General Counsel
WESTWOOD, Mass., Dec. 3 -- LoJack Corporation announced today that Thomas A. Wooters has joined the company as Executive Vice President and General Counsel. Mr. Wooters has over 35 years legal experience including more than 25 years as outside counsel to LoJack. Most recently, Mr. Wooters has been with the firm of Sull ... Continue reading
Motor Press Guild Names Dean Batchelor Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 3 -- The Motor Press Guild last night presented its Dean Batchelor Lifetime Achievement Award to Wally Parks, founder of the National Hot Rod Association, during the organization's annual Holiday Awards Dinner at the Petersen Automotive Museum. Parks was born in Goltry, Okla., and began racing Model-T ... Continue reading
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Protege Turbo to Debut in 2004 Grand-Am Cup
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Skateboarding King Bucky Lasek teams with Meguiar's
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Kim Milman/Jarrod Holland JMPR, Inc. 818/992-4353 kmilman@jmprpublicrelations.com SKATEBOARDING’S ‘VERT’ KING BUCKY LASEK RAMPS UP WITH MEGUIAR’S X Games Gold-Medal Winner Named Spokesperson for Meguiar’s Innovative ‘NXT’ Generation Car Care Product Lineup IRVINE, Calif., ( ... Continue reading
Tricon Industries, Ltd. Names Mapperson Managing Director, European Operations
LISLE, Ill., Dec. 3 -- Andy Mapperson has joined Tricon Industries, Ltd. as the Managing Director of European Operations, announced Ralph Grandle, President of Tricon Industries, Inc. In his new position Mapperson is responsible for overseeing Tricon's European operations and will play a vital role in the firm's global ... Continue reading
`Tying One On' to Prevent Holiday Tragedies
-- Last year, during the Thanksgiving to New Year's holiday season alone, 2,464 people died in alcohol-related crashes or crashes in which safety belts were not used. Get video now. You can reach the story directly by going to http://www.newstream.com/cgi-bin/display_story.cgi?11581 This multimedia news story is for fr ... Continue reading
ProLogis firma un acuerdo de alquiler con Rhenus en Alemania
STUTTGART, Alemania, December 4 -- El centro logístico será utilizado para distribuir componentes para vehículos del grupo DaimlerChrysler ProLogis , empresa proveedora de instalaciones y servicios de distribución, ha informado hoy de la firma de un acuerdo de alquiler a largo plazo con Rhenus AG & Co. KG (Rhenus), ... Continue reading
Several Emerging Automotive Features Garner Strong Interest from Consumers at Expected Market Prices
Consumers Willing to Pay for Branded Surround Sound Audio in Vehicles December 3, 2003 WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.-Five of the top seven emerging automotive features of interest to consumers also elicit relatively high purchase consideration at their expected market price according to J.D. Power and Associates 2003 U.S. A ... Continue reading
Give Your Loved Ones An Oil Change This Holiday - Are You Kidding Me?
Jiffy Lube Gift Checks Make Thoughtful, Easy Holiday Presents HOUSTON, Dec. 4 -- Looking for a gift that just about everybody in the office or at home can use? Jiffy Lube(R), with more than 2,200 service centers nationwide, is now offering a perfect stocking stuffer or office grab bag idea for drivers of all ages: a $3 ... Continue reading
Study Reveals Private Party Used Cars Sold Online Rife With Costly Problems
BANDON, Ore., Dec. 4 -- Beware of private party sellers when buying a used vehicle through eBay or an online "classified" site such as AutoTrader.com. A national study conducted by CNW Marketing Research, Inc. in November of more than 38,200 online used-car buyers showed nearly 13 percent of those who purchased from a ... Continue reading
Group 1 Automotive Mourns Loss of Operations Executive
HOUSTON--Dec. 4, 2003--Group 1 Automotive, Inc. , a Fortune 500 specialty retailer, today announced that John S. Bishop, senior vice president, operations died in a boating accident over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Bishop, 56, joined Group 1 in September 1998 after a distinguished 25-year career in the automobile ... Continue reading
Shelby and AC Join Forces in Cobra Market
Shelby and AC Sign Definitive Agreement to Join Forces to Produce Cobras For the US and UK Markets LOS ANGELES, Dec. 4 -- Carroll Shelby International, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: CSBI) , and AC Motor Holdings, Ltd. announced today that an agreement has been reached between the two companies which will result in a collaborat ... Continue reading
Alcoa Wheel & Forged Products' European Plant Wins Hungary Quality Award
PITTSBURGH--Dec. 4, 2003--Alcoa Inc. is pleased to announce that the Hungarian wheels plant of its Alcoa Wheel & Forged Products (AWFP) business unit has been awarded the 2003 IIASA-Shiba Award. Located in Szekesfehervar, Hungary, the plant received this award for total quality management. The IIASA-Shiba Award was cre ... Continue reading
Andretti Green Inks Motorola as Associate Sponsor for 2004
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Aura Systems Teams With Puckett Machinery on Marine Mobile Power Applications
AuraGen(R) to Provide Power for Naval Warfare Boat EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Dec. 04 -- Aura Systems, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: AURA) today announced that Puckett Machinery and Aura Systems will collaborate on pursuing marine applications for Aura's AuraGen(R) Mobile Power System. Their first joint effort will be a boat being de ... Continue reading
Automakers Enhance Occupant Safety With New Voluntary Commitment
WASHINGTON, Dec. 4 -- The Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) today announced a new voluntary industry safety commitment to meet new performance criteria designed to enhance occupant protection in front- and side-impact crashes. The new safety performance criteria ... Continue reading
Auto Parts Manufacturers Hail Bush Announcement Eliminating Steel Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Dec. 4 -- The Automotive Coalition on Steel Tariffs, representing manufacturers of automotive parts and components, applauds President George W. Bush's announcement today eliminating the Section 201 steel tariffs. This action marks a strong stride forward in the Administration's efforts to aid U.S. manufact ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group's Brampton Assembly Plant Gears Up For Launch of Chrysler 300 Series and Dodge Magnum
- $1.4 billion (Cdn) invested to prepare plant, process and people for launch - Plant transformation includes interior overhaul, testing and thousands of hours for employee training - Manufacturing flexibility offers capability to build and pilot multiple models simultaneously AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 4 -- Chrysler Gr ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation to Supply Axles, Driveshafts for New Dodge Ram SRT-10 High-Performance Truck
TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec. 4 -- Dana Corporation announced today that it will supply axles and driveshafts for the new 2004 Dodge Ram SRT-10 high-performance pickup truck. The truck - which is powered by the 500-horsepower, V-10 Viper engine - was formally unveiled earlier this week. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/ ... Continue reading
Delphi CEO Comments on Steel Tariff Decision
TROY, Mich., Dec. 4 -- Statement attributed to J.T. Battenberg III, Delphi Corporation chairman, CEO and president: "We believe the Bush administration made the correct decision in terminating the steel tariffs. This action is good for manufacturing and good for the economy. ... Continue reading
Delphi Names Sales & Marketing Vice President
Sector presidents take on additional global responsibilities TROY, Mich., Dec. 4 -- Delphi Corporation's Board of Directors today announced that F. Timothy Richards, 49, has been elected vice president and named vice president, sales & marketing effective Jan. 1, 2004. He will be appointed to Delphi's Strategy Board an ... Continue reading
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group Acquires Operations of Memphis Thrifty Franchisee
TULSA, Okla., Dec. 4 -- Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. today announced the acquisition of the Thrifty Car Rental franchise operation in Memphis, Tennessee. The acquisition, effective today, includes the Thrifty operation at Memphis International Airport as well as a suburban location. Terms of the agreement were ... Continue reading
High Profit Motors and Drives: Key Patent for Chorus Motors
GIBRALTAR--Dec. 4, 2003--Chorus Motors plc announces that a patent, titled "High Phase Order Motor with Mesh Connected Windings", No. 6,657,334, was issued by the US Patent Office on December 2nd 2003. The patent refers to a motor drive system that can supply high torque at low speeds while also being capable of provid ... Continue reading
ID Fone Announces the Development of New Mobile-DVR, In-car DVR
BUCHEON CITY, South Korea--Dec. 4, 2003--Three hundred Mobile-DVRs are scheduled for delivery to US police departments to improve crime prevention and to preserve crucial evidence of criminal acts and arrests. ID Fone Co. Ltd. has developed the new technology, which can also function as a "black box" type device for ve ... Continue reading
IMPCO Technologies to Supply Off-Highway Industrial Engines to Hyundai Heavy Industries
CERRITOS, Calif., Dec. 4 -- IMPCO Technologies, Inc. announced today the signing of an agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) of Korea that establishes IMPCO as the supplier of certified engines with Spectrum(R) fuel systems beginning in 2004. This enables HHI forklift trucks to meet the new off-highway emission ... Continue reading
Intelligent Motor Cars Reports November Results Exceed Expectations
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--Dec. 4, 2003--Intelligent Motor Cars Group, Inc. (OTCBB:IMCG), today announced that November sales results for its Fort Lauderdale dealership exceeded original projections for the third straight month. Mike Magolnick, IMC's Chief Operating Officer stated, "In October we projected 50 vehicle sales ... Continue reading
WOODLAND PARK, Colo.--Dec. 4, 2003--The patented iTRAK(TM) Vehicle Tracking System from Data Burst Technologies is now available through eLutions, the company that provides ruggedized, wireless modems that operate on Nextel Communications' nationwide network. Through a mutual distribution agreement between Data Burst a ... Continue reading
Jeep(R) Brand Re-ups as the Official Vehicle of the 2003 Army-Navy Game
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 4 -- When the football teams of the United States Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy meet December 6 on the turf of Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Jeep(R) vehicles will be there for their second year as the "Official Vehicle of the Army-Navy Game." Jeep brand is the only bra ... Continue reading
J.T. Battenberg III, CEO and President of Delphi Corp., To Address Women's Economic Club
WHO: J.T. Battenberg III, CEO and president of Delphi Corp. Under Battenberg's leadership, Delphi became an independent company in May 1999 -- ranking 57th in the Fortune 500 in its first full year of independence. Since then, Battenberg has further established Delphi as a key strategic supplier. WHAT: Battenberg will ... Continue reading
Kia Joins in Voluntary Commitment to Enhance Occupant Safety
Sorento, Sedona and Amanti Meet New Standards for Safety IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 4 -- In cooperation with the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), Kia Motors America, Inc. today pledged its support of a voluntary auto industry safety commitment to meet new performance ... Continue reading
LA Auto Show Names PR Newswire Official News Release Distribution Service
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 4 -- PR Newswire has signed an exclusive two-year agreement with the Greater Los Angeles Auto Show to serve as the official newswire for the annual event, beginning with the Jan. 2 - 11, 2004 show at the Los Angeles Convention Center. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000306/PRNLOGO) "Our p ... Continue reading
INDIANAPOLIS--Dec. 4, 2003--Racing teams now have a built-to-order alternative to the traditional racing trailer thanks to an industry innovation unveiled Thursday. The Low Entry Vehicle (LEV) combines the truck and transport trailer with additional customizable space offering unparalleled convenience and maneuverabili ... Continue reading
LYNX Services' LYNXSelect Collision Shop Program Reaches Milestone
PITTSBURGH--Dec. 4, 2003--LYNX Services, L.L.C., the industry leader in automotive insurance glass and collision claim management, today announced it has reached a significant business milestone in building a national solution by signing the 1,000th shop to its LYNXSelect(TM) managed collision shop program. In October ... Continue reading
'In Their Own Words' (Second in a Series) WASHINGTON, Dec. 4 -- The true source of the nation's drunk driving problem is a small population of alcohol abusers with high blood alcohol concentrations (BAC) or prior drunk driving convictions, according to traffic safety experts cited in a new report by the American Bevera ... Continue reading
Metaldyne Applauds President's Decision to Eliminate Steel Tariffs
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Dec. 4 -- Metaldyne applauds President George W. Bush's announcement today eliminating the Section 201 steel tariffs. "Metaldyne is very pleased by the President's decision," said Tim Leuliette, chairman, president and CEO, Metaldyne. "The elimination of the tariffs will enable Metaldyne to obtain stee ... Continue reading
Methode Electronics, Inc. Reports Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2004 Results
CHICAGO--Dec. 4, 2003--Methode Electronics, Inc. a global manufacturer of electronic component and subsystem devices, today announced operating results for the fiscal 2004 second quarter ended October 31, 2003. Methode reported second quarter fiscal year 2004 net sales of $94.5 million and net income of $6.5 million, o ... Continue reading
Mitsubishi Motors to Participate in Voluntary Commitment To Enhance Consumer Safety
CYPRESS, Calif., Dec. 4 -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today announced that it is participating in a new voluntary industry-initiated safety commitment to enhance vehicle compatibility in front-to-front and front-to-side impact collisions. "Mitsubishi Motors has a long history of making occupant safety ... Continue reading
News Release: BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE GOES CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING WITH SUBURU FACTORY TEAM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Media Center (877) 201-2373 BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE GOES CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING WITH SUBURU FACTORY TEAM NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Dec. 3, 2003) - Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire, LLC (BFNT) announced it will again be teaming up with the Subaru Factory Team, an elite group of cross-country ... Continue reading
ProLogis Signs Lease With Rhenus in Germany
- Facility Will be Used to Distribute DaimlerChrysler Parts - STUTTGART, Germany, Dec. 4 -- ProLogis , a leading global provider of distribution facilities and services, announced today that it has signed a lease with Rhenus AG & Co. KG (Rhenus), a third-party logistics provider who will use the facility to serve autom ... Continue reading
DAYTON, Ohio, Dec. 4 -- At its November meeting, The Reynolds and Reynolds Company's board of directors declared a regular first quarter Class A common stock dividend of 11 cents per share, payable January 9, 2004, to shareholders of record as of December 17, 2003. The Reynolds and Reynolds annual meeting of shareholde ... Continue reading
MIAMI--Dec. 4, 2003--Safe-Tech Industries, Inc., an automobile safety concept company, has introduced E-Z Window Escape, a low-tech solution to automatically lower automobile passenger windows should a car become submersed in a large body of water, such as a river, lake, pond, or canal. The E-Z Window Escape, a newly p ... Continue reading
Shanghai General Motors Deploys webMethods Integration Platform
webMethods Enables Shanghai GM Dealers to Achieve e-Business Automation FAIRFAX, Va., and SHANGHAI, People's Republic of China, Dec. 4 -- webMethods, Inc. , the industry's first Web services infrastructure company, today announced that Shanghai General Motors Corporation Limited, the largest Sino-American joint venture ... Continue reading
BASKING RIDGE, N.J.--Dec. 4, 2003--Stronghold Technologies, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SGHT), the developer of DealerAdvance(TM), an enterprise software system using wireless technologies for the automotive retail industry, today announced the introduction of its Do Not Call (DNC) consultation and services for automotiv ... Continue reading
- Suzuki Joins Other U.S. Automakers to Voluntarily Develop Industry Requirements for Compliance - BREA, Calif., Dec. 4 -- American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) today announced its participation in a new voluntary automotive industry safety program committed to enhancing vehicle-to-vehicle crash compatibility and oc ... Continue reading
Tenneco Automotive Launches Refinancing of Senior Credit Facility to Enhance Financial Flexibility
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Dec. 4 -- Tenneco Automotive announced today that it has launched a transaction to refinance its existing $964 million senior credit facility, which will be replaced by a new $800 million senior credit facility and the proposed issuance of $125 million of senior secured notes. "This refinancing trans ... Continue reading
The Auto Club Group Ranks in Top 10 Says J.D. Power and Associates
AURORA, Ill., Dec. 4 -- The Auto Club Group -- holding company for AAA Chicago and other AAA affiliates in the Midwest -- has achieved a top 10 ranking in the J.D. Power and Associates 2003 National Auto Insurance Study(SM). The Auto Club Group improved its overall satisfaction score over 2002 and remains ranked ninth. ... Continue reading
Unsung Heroes Honored for Leadership in Fight Against Drunk Driving
WASHINGTON, Dec. 4 -- The sister of a South Carolina drunk driving victim, two Maryland police officers, a pioneering anti-drunk driving activist, the Governor of Virginia, a Montana legislator, and a coalition of broadcasters and professional sports leagues and arenas, were among the 13 recipients of the 19th annual N ... Continue reading
Valeo Joins United Nations' Global Compact Program
PARIS, Dec. 4 -- Valeo has joined the United Nations' Global Compact program as part of its commitment to help promote a more sustainable and inclusive global economy. The Global Compact program is an international initiative set up in 2000 by U.N. Secretary General Kofi Annan. In subscribing to this program, Valeo con ... Continue reading
Valeo Joins United Nations' Global Compact Program
PARIS, France, December 4 -- Valeo has joined the United Nations' Global Compact program as part of its commitment to help promote a more sustainable and inclusive global economy. The Global Compact program is an international initiative set up in 2000 by U.N. Secretary General Kofi Annan. In subscribing to this progra ... Continue reading
Virginia Holiday Revelers to Encounter More Sobriety Checkpoints
Checkpoint Strikeforce Exceeds 350 DUI Arrests to Date in Statewide Sobriety Checkpoint Blitz Governor Warner Receives Government Leadership Award From National Commission Against Drunk Driving MCLEAN, Va., Dec. 4 -- Virginians who choose to drink and drive will find sobering news when they hit the road this holiday se ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Drives Productivity and Profitability with SAP
Leading Car Manufacturer Leverages SAP(R) for Automotive Solutions to Streamline Global Engineering, Production and After-Sales Operations WOLFSBURG, Germany, Dec. 4 -- SAP AG today announced that the Volkswagen Group, one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers, is leveraging the SAP(R) for Automotive portfoli ... Continue reading
WalTom Racing Announces Formation of Second Team, Hires Lettow
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CSK Auto Corporation Reports Fiscal 2003 Third Quarter
PHOENIX--Dec. 4, 2003--CSK Auto Corporation , the parent company of CSK Auto, Inc., a specialty retailer in the automotive aftermarket, today reported its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2003. The Company reports the following: -- Same store sales increased by 8% during the third quarter of fiscal 200 ... Continue reading
LA ACTA Board Approves Expanded Mission and Makes Key Recommendations to Reduce Traffic Congestion
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, Calif.--Dec. 4, 2003--Directors of the public agency that built the Alameda Corridor agreed to an expanded mission Thursday to develop and support projects that more effectively move cargo to points around Southern California, ease truck congestion, improve air quality and make roads safer. The Gove ... Continue reading
21st Century Insurance Group Reincorporation to Delaware Becomes Effective
WOODLAND HILLS, Calif.--Dec. 4, 2003--21st Century Insurance Group reported that the previously announced reincorporation of 21st Century Insurance Group from California to Delaware, became effective today. There will be no change in the location of company operations, location of employees, or in the way the company d ... Continue reading
Andretti Green Inks Motorola as Associate Sponsor for 2004
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Designated Driver Program Offers Responsible Alternative CLEVELAND, Dec. 4 -- "Responsibility Has Its Rewards" is the message to Cleveland fans as the Cleveland Browns, SportService, the NFL, and the TEAM Coalition join forces to get the word out to fans about the importance of responsible drinking and always using a d ... Continue reading
Point Park University Prepares Students for Engineering Careers Using ALGOR Software
PITTSBURGH--Dec. 4, 2003--ALGOR, Inc., a leading maker of software for mechanical engineers, announced that its University Program is helping engineering departments prepare students with finite element analysis (FEA) knowledge that can be immediately transferred into job skills. One such program at Point Park Universi ... Continue reading
Roadway and Yellow Announce Exchange Ratio
AKRON, Ohio--Dec. 4, 2003--Roadway Corporation (Roadway) and Yellow Corporation (Yellow) announced today that an exchange ratio of 1.752 shares of Yellow common stock for each share of Roadway common stock will be used to calculate the merger consideration in the pending acquisition of Roadway by Yellow. The exchange r ... Continue reading
For BMW Motorsport Fans Only - Party and Sports Trophy
BMW Corporate Communications - BMW Motorsport party in Seefeld. - BMW Motorsport schedule 2004. - BMW Sports Trophy 2003. - BMW expands sponsors' portfolio. BMW Motorsport party in Seefeld. ... Continue reading
Fed-Up Baby Boomers Travel Across US in Kia Amanti- Huh? Ok Its A Slow News Day
Two Baby Boomers Ending Their Cross-Country Trek to Change the Dictionary Definition of Baby Boomer Available for Interviews WHAT: A national drive to change the dictionary definition of baby boomer. Claiming that the current dictionary definition does not accurately reflect the youthful attitude of today's baby boomer ... Continue reading
ASA LATE MODEL SERIES SCHEDULES TWO EVENTS AT TRI-CITY
If the following text-only file is not easily readable, particularly any tables of numbers, try enlarging this window since every line has a forced end and there is no word-wrap. Otherwise, this report will look and print better from the following PDF file: http://www.sportssystems.com/applib/PDFload.cfm?file=/email /f ... Continue reading
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