EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--April 7, 2003--Aura Systems, Inc. (OTCBB:AURA) today announced that a recent U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) study lists the AuraGen(R) (http://www.epa.gov/otaq/retrofit/idlingtech.htm) as a technology that can reduce vehicle engine emissions and save fuel. The EPA has developed plans to ... Continue reading
Westport Announces Updated Plan, Goals for Fiscal 2004, and Related Business Restructuring
VANCOUVER, April 7 -- Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX: WPT) today announced its updated business plan, its goals for fiscal 2004, and related business restructuring. As a result of the strategic and operational decisions that have been made through the business planning process, Westport and Cummins Westport will reduce ... Continue reading
Bay View Capital Corporation Announces Sale of Auto Loans
SAN MATEO, Calif., April 7 -- Bay View Capital Corporation announced today the sale of auto loans totaling $35.7 million in outstanding principal balances. These were recreational vehicle loans purchased from March 1996 through December 1999. The sales price included a premium that was consistent with the mark-to-marke ... Continue reading
Hella PCB Relays Provide Compact Reliability
PLYMOUTH, Mich., April 7 -- Hella Electronics has added PCB (printed circuit board) relays to its line of electronic relays for use in automotive applications. Hella PCB relays are designed for use in a variety of components and applications including power window- and door-locks, keyless entry units, seat controls, po ... Continue reading
Moldflow to Release Third Quarter 2003 Financial Results on April 24, 2003
WAYLAND, Mass.--April 7, 2003--Moldflow Corporation , the world leader in process-wide solutions for optimizing the design and manufacture of plastic products, announced today that it expects to release third fiscal quarter 2003 financial results on April 24, 2003. In addition, the Company will hold a conference call c ... Continue reading
Delphi Named a General Motors Brazil 'Dream Team' Supplier
SAO PAULO, Brazil, April 7 -- General Motors Brazil recently named Delphi's Harrison Thermal Systems' plant in Jaguariuna, Brazil an Outstanding Supplier. The 10,000-square-meter facility manufactures CVC compressors for automotive climate control systems and has been in operation since 2000. Every year, GM recognizes ... Continue reading
DALLAS--April 7, 2003--ADP Team Truck announced today that they have achieved IP Telephony Technology Specialization from Cisco Systems, Inc. The Cisco IP Telephony Certification recognizes ADP for achieving the training and knowledge to plan, design, operate and implement Cisco IP Telephony Solutions for heavy-duty tr ... Continue reading
ADP Team Truck Launches w.e.b.Suite2000; Comprehensive Web-Enabled Solution for Truck Dealers
DALLAS--April 7, 2003--ADP Team Truck announces the release of w.e.b.Suite(TM)2000. The first fully integrated suite of web-enabled management solutions for heavy-duty truck dealers. "Our w.e.b.Suite2000 product is a perfect combination of ADP feature-rich application software and browser-based technology," said Roger ... Continue reading
AIIM International Unveils New Name of Flagship Publication - AIIM E-DOC Magazine
SILVER SPRING, Md.--April 7, 2003-- New Name Reflects Tighter Integration with Association's Mission to Act as a Neutral and Unbiased Source of Information for Users and Suppliers of ECM Technologies AIIM International, the Enterprise Content Management (ECM) industry association, today announced that it has renamed it ... Continue reading
Alcoa Grants in Mexico Exceed $1 Million in 2002
PITTSBURGH--April 7, 2003--Alcoa today announced combined grants from Alcoa Foundation and Alcoa Fujikura Ltd. (AFL) in communities covering all six of AFL's Mexican operating locations exceeded US$1 million in 2002. More than 30 Alcoa Foundation investments were made in Mexican communities ranging from: -- Supplying c ... Continue reading
Bluestreak Media to Deliver Content for the iBiquity Digital HD Radio(TM) Data System
Leading Provider of Syndicated Audio Services to Demo Content at NAB LAS VEGAS, April 7 -- NAB Show -- iBiquity Digital Corporation, the sole developer and licensor of HD Radio(TM) technology, and Bluestreak Media, the industry's largest interactive broadcaster and syndicator, today announced plans to jointly market Bl ... Continue reading
Cytec Industries Inc. Announces First Quarter Earnings & Teleconference Schedule
WEST PATERSON, N.J.--April 7, 2003--Cytec Industries Inc. announced the following schedule and contact information for its first quarter earnings release and teleconference: Earnings Release: April 17, 2003 after the close of market Distribution: By Business Wire and Cytec's web site at www.cytec.com. Teleconference: A ... Continue reading
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., April 7 -- Informatica Corporation , the leading provider of business analytics software, today announced that DaimlerChrysler Services North America, the world's third-largest captive financial services provider, has selected Informatica's PowerCenterRT and PowerConnect data integration software ... Continue reading
Marlin scores top-10 at Talladega
Contact: Nealie Hamilton, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, (704) 662-9642, nhamilton@ganassi.com <mailto:nhamilton@ganassi.com> For Immediate Release Marlin scores top-10 at Talladega TALLADEGA, Ala. (April 6, 2003) --- Finishing in sixth place, Sterling Marlin scored his fourth top-10 of the season in the Aaron ... Continue reading
Oxner Technologies and Chrome Systems Increase Dealership Closing Ratios by 20 Percent
PORTLAND, Ore.--April 7, 2003--Chrome Systems Corporation(R), provider of automotive data, configuration technology and commerce solutions, and Oxner Technologies(R), providers of interactive Internet solutions for automotive dealerships, recently announced Chrome's editing, posting and comparison tools will be include ... Continue reading
Shinn Named Business Development Manager at Gage
FERNDALE, Mich., April 7 -- Steve Shinn, a veteran chemical- industry sales executive, has been named business development manager for the refining services division of Gage Products Company in Ferndale, Mich. Mr. Shinn previously was director of national accounts for the chemical division of Celanese Chemical, a $3.5- ... Continue reading
Woodward Engine Control System Helps Daewoo Lift Trucks Meet 2004 EPA Emission Standards
ROCKFORD, Ill.--April 7, 2003--Woodward Governor Company announced today the signing of an agreement with Daewoo Heavy Industries & Machinery Ltd.'s Industrial Vehicle Division to supply Woodward MI-4 engine control systems for Daewoo propane-fueled lift trucks for the North American and Asian markets. The MI-4 control ... Continue reading
ZAP Signs $650,000 Financing Agreement with Daka
SEBASTOPOL, Calif., April 7 -- ZAP (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAPZ) announced today that Daka Development Ltd. has provided $650,000 in new financing to the Company. Under terms of the agreement, $325,000 will be converted to equity and $325,000 will be repaid under credit terms. The financing will be applied towards inventory p ... Continue reading
#12 Takagi, #21 Giaffone Motegi Pre-Race Notes/Quotes
Contact: Laz Denes, 256-657-6190 ldenes@monunnracing.com www.monunnracing.com media information Takagi Goes Home with Teammate Giaffone for Indy Japan 300 Pre-Race Notes/Quotes - Indy Japan 300 - April 11-13, 2003 Twin Ring Motegi - Motegi, Japan - 1.5-Mile Oval Round 3 of 16 on the 2003 IRL IndyCar Series TV: ABC on S ... Continue reading
ABRA Auto Body & Glass Opens Seventh Colorado Repair Center
MINNEAPOLIS--April 7, 2003--ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a Minneapolis-based damaged vehicle repair company, announced today the opening of a repair center in Longmont, CO. With this addition, ABRA now operates seven Denver-area repair centers and seventy-seven centers nationwide. When asked why ABRA decided to locate in Lo ... Continue reading
ADESA Corp. Announces Management Appointments, Promotions To Fleet/Lease Operations
<<Fleet&Lease appointments.doc>> Hi Everyone, Attached is a news release with ADESA's latest changes in fleet/lease operations. For Further information on this new, please call. ... Continue reading
ADESA Corp. Announces Management Appointments, Promotions To Fleet/Lease Operations
<<Fleet&Lease appointments.doc>> Hi Everyone, Attached is a news release regarding the latest changes in ADESA's fleet/lease operations. For further information, please call. Thank you. ... Continue reading
LOS ANGELES--April 7, 2003--For one day only, the California Manufacturing Technology Center (CMTC) presents a workshop that will help attendees to take advantage of $2 million in training funds set aside to assist companies! Participants will learn about training funds that are available to help offset the cost of tra ... Continue reading
Cooper to Announce First Quarter Results
FINDLAY, Ohio, April 7 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company will announce its third quarter financial results before the market opens on Thursday, April 17, 2003. A conference call discussing the financial results will follow at 11:00 a.m. (EDT). Individuals can access a webcast of the conference call at our investor relati ... Continue reading
Cycle Gear Sonomafest Kicks Off April 26-27
Contact: John Cardinale Infineon Raceway (707) 938-8448 X107 Cycle Gear Sonomafest 2003 Kicks Off with Full Weekend of Motorcycle Racing SONOMA, Calif. (IMMEDIATE RELEASE) ¯ The war of words has already begun for the 2003 American Federation of Motorcyclists (AFM) championship, and you¢ll have a front-row seat for al ... Continue reading
Deere Listed Among America's 100 Best Corporate Citizens for Fourth Consecutive Year
MOLINE, Ill., April 7 -- Deere & Company has earned a spot among the top five percent of the 1,000 largest publicly traded companies in a ranking of corporate citizenship. The "100 Best Corporate Citizens" list is published in the Spring 2003 edition of Business Ethics magazine. Deere has earned a position in the top 1 ... Continue reading
DURA Automotive to Webcast 2003 First-Quarter Conference Call on April 24
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich.--April 7, 2003-- Webcast is Live at 11 a.m. ET DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. , today announced it will host a live Webcast of its 2003 first-quarter earnings conference call on Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 11 a.m. ET. Management will discuss the 2003 first-quarter results, as well as the outlook ... Continue reading
Goodyear Statement on Steelworkers' Negotiations Target
CINCINNATI, April 7 -- Goodyear applauds the USWA decision and looks forward to the dialogue that will be necessary to reach a mutually beneficial agreement. The company remains convinced that Goodyear management and employees are best served by a contract that is structured to address specific Goodyear challenges. Goo ... Continue reading
GORE(TM) PRIMEA(R) Series 57 MEA for Automotive PEM Fuel Cells Now Available
Greater Durability Under More Demanding Conditions Will Enable Next-Stage Vehicle Design and Testing DETROIT, and HANNOVER, Germany, April 7 -- Gore Fuel Cell Technologies announces the commercial availability of GORE(TM) PRIMEA(R) Series 57 MEA for automotive PEM fuel cells. Details about the new product will be made ... Continue reading
Moldflow to Release Third Quarter 2003 Financial Results on April 24, 2003
WAYLAND, Mass.--April 7, 2003--Moldflow Corporation , the world leader in process-wide solutions for optimizing the design and manufacture of plastic products, announced today that it expects to release third fiscal quarter 2003 financial results on April 24, 2003. In addition, the Company will hold a conference call c ... Continue reading
Shinn Named Business Development Manager at Gage
FERNDALE, Mich.--April 7, 2003--Steve Shinn, a veteran chemical-industry sales executive, has been named business development manager for the refining services division of Gage Products Company in Ferndale, Mich. Mr. Shinn previously was director of national accounts for the chemical division of Celanese Chemical, a $3 ... Continue reading
PITTSBURGH--April 7, 2003--News From USWA: The United Steelworkers of America (USWA) announced late this afternoon that Goodyear has been selected as the "target company" in the 2003 master contract negotiations in the rubber and tire industry. Representatives from USWA bargaining committees engaged in contract talks w ... Continue reading
Tower Automotive to Webcast 2003 First-Quarter Earnings Conference Call on Tuesday, April 22
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--April 7, 2003-- Webcast is Live at 10 a.m. ET Tower Automotive, Inc. , will host a live Webcast of its 2003 first-quarter earnings conference call on Tuesday, April 22, at 10 a.m. ET. To access the presentation, search for Tower Automotive at www.companyboardroom.com on April 22, and click on the m ... Continue reading
Tower Automotive to Webcast 2003 First-Quarter Earnings Conference Call on Tuesday, April 22
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--April 7, 2003-- Webcast is Live at 10 a.m. ET Tower Automotive, Inc. , will host a live Webcast of its 2003 first-quarter earnings conference call on Tuesday, April 22, at 10 a.m. ET. To access the presentation, search for Tower Automotive at www.companyboardroom.com on April 22, and click on the m ... Continue reading
Westcorp to Webcast Analyst Conference Call on First Quarter Earnings Results
IRVINE, Calif.--April 7, 2003--Westcorp will release its first quarter earnings results on Wednesday, April 23, 2003 after the NYSE stock exchange closes. Tom Wolfe, president and Lee Whatcott, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will host a webcast conference call for analysts and investors at 9 a.m. ... Continue reading
WFS Financial to Webcast Analyst Conference Call on First Quarter Earnings Results
IRVINE, Calif.--April 7, 2003--WFS Financial Inc will release its first quarter earnings results on Wednesday, April 23, 2003, after the Nasdaq stock exchange closes. Tom Wolfe, chief executive officer and Lee Whatcott, senior executive vice president and chief financial officer, will host a webcast conference call for ... Continue reading
Goodyear Negotiator Comments on Target Choice
Quotes From Jim Allen, Director of Global Labor Relations for Goodyear CINCINNATI, April 7 -- "We look forward to the challenge of crafting a mutually acceptable agreement. Although the company and union bring different perspectives to the table, both sides recognize the magnitude of the task ahead. "We're all aware of ... Continue reading
For Immediate Release AMA Supercross Series 250cc/125cc East Round 13: Pontiac, MI April 5, 2003 Honda-heavy podium in Pontiac Getting a good start and getting through the whoops unscathed are two prime factors that often determine the outcome of an AMA Supercross Series event. Because the Main Event is so short and be ... Continue reading
TheCarConnection Offers Spy Shots: BMW's New 6-Series and More This Week!
DETROIT, April 7 -- Why wait for official word when you've got TheCarConnection.com on your side? In this week's issue of the Web's Automotive Authority, you'll get your first close look at the reborn BMW 6- Series coupe, and more on the striking, controversial new BMW 5-er. Then check out TCC's sneak peek at the upcom ... Continue reading
-- Six New Mercedes-Benz Credit Region Managers -- Tailored Support to Mercedes-Benz USA and Dealers -- Increased Customer Focus -- Integrated Regional Approach to Program Management FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., April 7 -- Mercedes-Benz Credit (MBC), a DaimlerChrysler Services business unit, announced today the addition of ... Continue reading
AAA Says Average Driving Cost up 1.5 Cents Per Mile For 2003
ORLANDO, Fla.--April 7, 2003--The average cost of driving a new car in 2003 has increased 1.5 cents per mile from one year ago to an estimated 51.7 cents per mile, AAA's annual Your Driving Costs study shows. This is the largest increase reported by AAA since 2000 when driving costs increased 2.1 cents per mile to 49.1 ... Continue reading
Spring Snow Calls for Caution, Says AAA Michigan
DEARBORN, Mich., April 7 -- A powerful spring snowstorm has generated a high level of calls for Emergency Road Service (ERS), according to AAA Michigan. As of 11 a.m., AAA Michigan ERS trucks had helped approximately 1,500 stranded motorists across Michigan, almost the same number serviced during the first major snowst ... Continue reading
Subaru Announces Pricing on 2004MY Impreza Models
CHERRY HILL, N.J., April 7 -- Subaru of America, Inc., the only manufacturer to have all-wheel drive as standard equipment on every vehicle they make, announced today the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for 2004 model year Impreza models. The 2004 model year Impreza WRX Sedan is now available with a Premiu ... Continue reading
Team Target caught in Talladega mayhem
Contact: Nealie Hamilton, Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, (704) 662-9642, nhamilton@ganassi.com <mailto:nhamilton@ganassi.com> For Immediate Release Team Target caught in Talladega mayhem TALLADEGA, Ala. (April 6, 2003) --- Casey Mears, driver of the No. 41 Target Dodge, experienced mayhem at Talladega Superspe ... Continue reading
PALO ALTO, Calif.--April 7, 2003--HP today announced that Infowerk AG in Nuremberg, Germany, is installing the first HP Indigo Press w3200 in Europe to print on-demand car manuals for Volkswagen. This enables the car manufacturer to more cost-effectively produce documentation in multiple languages and for multiple car ... Continue reading
Delphi Expands Business Globally With Toyota
SAGINAW, Mich., April 7 -- Delphi Corp. , growing globally with Toyota, today announced two new contracts for Toyota India Corolla halfshafts and Camry Australia rack and pinion steering gears for 2003 vehicle models. These products represent more than $26 million in revenue over the life of the contracts. This new bus ... Continue reading
Delp, Person Named to Vice President Posts at Bosch
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., April 7 -- Robert Bosch Corporation has named two new engineering vice presidents in its automotive Chassis Division. In his role as vice president, engineering, Larry Delp has responsibility for engineering technical services in the company's component design technical center in South Bend, In ... Continue reading
Nokia and Lexus Integrate Wireless Connectivity Into Luxury Vehicles
- Leading Companies Combine Their Respective Expertise in Mobility to Create Lexus Integrated Phone System - IRVING, Texas, April 7 -- Nokia and Lexus today announced the availability of the Lexus Integrated Phone System, an optional mobile communications solution that allows owners of select Lexus vehicles and a Nokia ... Continue reading
Lithia Motors Maintains Revenue Guidance and Revises Earnings Guidance For the Full Year 2003
MEDFORD, Ore., April 7 -- Lithia Motors, Inc. today announced that it is revising its full-year 2003 earnings guidance to $1.50 - $1.60 per share. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Sidney B. DeBoer stated, "The trends we experienced in the fourth quarter of 2002 have continued in the first quarter of the year. Becau ... Continue reading
Customers Can Travel Confidently and Keep Their Eyes on the Road With Audible, Accurate Turn-by-Turn Directions From the New Magellan 750 Plus Series SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 7 -- Business and leisure travelers can now get fast, reliable guidance to nearly every address in the continental U.S. with the new portable M ... Continue reading
Toyota Awards $900,000 in Grants to K-12 Teachers Across America for Innovative Science and Math
Since 1990, More Than 800 Teams of Teachers Have Received Grants Through Toyota TAPESTRY and TIME Programs TORRANCE, Calif., April 7 -- There is no shortage of ideas from teachers for innovative science and math. With school budgets tight, more and more K-12th grade teachers across the country are looking to grant prog ... Continue reading
QUANTUM Delivers Third Hydrogen Refueling System
IRVINE, Calif., April 7 -- QUANTUM Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. , announced today it delivered a proprietary hydrogen refueling system to AeroVironment. This refueling system will be used to refuel QUANTUM's hydrogen storage tanks on the Helios unmanned flying wing, designed by AeroVironment for NASA. This ... Continue reading
Ichikoh to Produce Exterior Mirrors for Future GM SUVs
NOVI, Mich., April 7 -- Ichikoh Manufacturing, Inc., a global leader in exterior mirrors, has been awarded the contract to supply exterior mirrors for the next generation of GM full size sport utility vehicles. This includes the Cadillac Escalade; Chevrolet Suburban, Avalanche and Tahoe; and the GMC Yukon and Denali mo ... Continue reading
This Summer, Experience Driving Vacations a Whole New Way
As Americans Rediscover 'The Joy of the Open Road,' Mobil Travel Guide's New MobilCompanion(TM) Program Provides Complete Trip Planning, Savings, Benefits and Support NEW YORK, April 7 -- A new generation is venturing out on to the highways and byways, discovering the sites, sounds and colors of America. Whether they a ... Continue reading
Simple Way to Reduce Gas Consumption Overlooked By Many Car Owners
National Survey Asks People About How They Plan to Conserve Fuel and the Types of Do-it-Yourself Jobs They do on Their Cars PHILADELPHIA, April 7 -- With the price of gasoline soaring, few Americans seem likely to increase the frequency of a simple maintenance task to improve fuel economy -- checking the tire pressure ... Continue reading
UK Nissan To Use Centurion In-Car DVD
LONDON April 7, 2003; Dow Jones released this edited press release. Centurion Electronics PLC Monday said it has signed an agreement with Nissan to supply the new 2003 model Nissan Micra with an in-car DVD system. The agreement has been entered into with MSX International Ltd., a preferred supplier for U.K. Micra acces ... Continue reading
South Korea : Total Imported Car Sales 1471 in March ( and this is up )
SEOUL April 7, 2003; Dow Jones reported that South Korea's imported car sales in March reached 1,471 units, up 26% on year, but the on-year sales growth slowed from the previous month, reflecting weakening consumer sentiment in the country, said the Korea Automobile Importers and Distributors Association on Monday. Feb ... Continue reading
Russia's Largest Auto Maker To Boost Output
MOSCOW April 7, 2003; Dow Jones reported that Russia's largest automaker, OAO Avtovaz , said Monday that it will work four extra days on Saturdays in April to raise output by 5,500 cars to 69,000. Avtovaz reported a 25% drop in output in the first quarter of the year to 136, 824 cars and said it wanted to reverse the t ... Continue reading
Automakers Unveil Hot Customized and Concept Cars at SEMA's International Auto Salon
OEMs Will Participate in Record Numbers at Trade/Consumer Sport Compact Car Show in L.A. DIAMOND BAR, Calif., April 7 -- A record-breaking nine automakers will exhibit the latest trends in the sport compact car scene at SEMA's 2003 International Auto Salon (IAS). This marks the largest original equipment manufacturer ( ... Continue reading
Mild March will help British drivers to rack up savings
London, April 07 -- The exceptional mild weather in March could lead to a much larger number of drivers retaining - or improving - their no claim discount in 2003 according to research by internet and telephone insurer, esure. esure saw a marked drop in the number of reported accidents for March compared with previous ... Continue reading
Gas Prices Drop for 1st Time in 4 Months
CAMARILLO, Calif. April 6, 2003; AP reported that gas prices dropped 6 cents a gallon nationwide over the past two weeks as oil market jitters about the war in Iraq eased, an industry analyst said Sunday. Trilby Lundberg attributed the decrease to greater certainty about Middle East oil supplies. Only a few Iraqi oil f ... Continue reading
Johnny Benson's car that started Sunday's 500-mile Nascar Winston Cup race at Talladega Superspeedway represented countless hours of work to his crew. And when it was over the high-speed racer looked like something found in your neighborhood junk yard. Crew Chief James Ince had spent two years designing and developing ... Continue reading
NHRA Sunday: Kurt Johnson Drops a Heartbreaker in Las Vegas
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Final Results Kurt Johnson Drops a Heartbreaker in Las Vegas Event: 4th Annual Summitracing.com Nationals Location: The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas, NV Day/Date: Sunday April 6, 2003 After qualifying second, Kurt John ... Continue reading
NHRA Sunday: Warren Johnson Powers to the Semi-Finals in Las Vegas
Contact: Jon G. Knapp TMG Sports Marketing Phone: (704) 662-3121 jgknapp@tmgsports.net Final Qualifying Results Warren Johnson Powers to the Semi-Finals in Las Vegas Event: 4th Annual Summitracing.com Nationals Location: The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas, NV Day/Date: Sunday April 6, 2003 Warren Johnson a ... Continue reading
Bazemore Leads Way for Mopar Contingent
Mopar Motorsports NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series 4th Annual Summitracing.com Nationals The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas Eliminations Report Bazemore Pilots Dodge Stratus R/T to First NHRA Final Tough Day for the Mopar Pro Stockers LAS VEGAS (April 6, 2003) NHRA Funny Car driver Whit Bazemore took ... Continue reading
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