2007 Nissan Quest Features Redesigned Interior, Revised Exterior and Enhanced Quality
CHICAGO--Feb. 8, 2006--Just three years after its introduction in mid-2003, the Nissan Quest minivan has undergone a major transformation for the 2007 model year -- complete with a redesigned interior, refined exterior appearance, new high-quality materials and attention to detail, and an array of new available feature ... Continue reading
Cummins Reaffirms Its Commitment to Renewable Fuels
COLUMBUS, Ind.--Feb. 8, 2006--Cummins Inc. today reaffirmed its support of biodiesel fuel as a means to potentially improve air quality and reduce the nation's dependence on foreign oil through increased use of renewable fuel sources. Cummins has approved use of B5 biodiesel (5 percent biodiesel; 95 percent petroleum d ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 -- A report by the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions -- which found car title lenders illegally charging rates as high as 360% APR -- shows that the states need to protect borrowers from this predatory business, says the Center for Responsible Lending. Title lenders, who make small loans ... Continue reading
New Auto Messenger Display Helps Fight Against Road Rage
DETROIT, Feb. 8 -- Autoplas Corp., manufacturer and distributor of the Auto-Messenger Display, today announced its availability to the public. The Auto-Messenger Display is a device designed to help drivers communicate when the need arises. It includes a small remote control and an LED electronic display panel. The sma ... Continue reading
Auto Club, CHP and Babies 'R' Us Ask Parents to Trash Old, 'Unsafe' Child Safety Seats
--Automobile Club of Southern California: WHO: The Automobile Club of Southern California, the California Highway Patrol and Babies 'R' Us. WHAT: News conference and demonstration of "unsafe" child safety seats. Many old seats will be destroyed and crushed in a refuse truck. There will be a demonstration of the proper ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Unveils R63 AMG and ML63 AMG Models
Both Vehicles Powered by New 503-Horsepower AMG-Developed V8 CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- Mercedes-Benz is unveiling two exciting new AMG high-performance models at the Chicago Auto Show, the largest auto show in North America, open to the public February 10-19, 2006 at Chicago's McCormick Place. It's the world premiere of the 2 ... Continue reading
Elizabeth Arden Partners with International Speedway to Launch the Daytona 500(R) Fragrance for Men
~ Unique Relationship Joins Two Industry Leaders to Create First Sporting-Event Branded Fragrance ~ NEW YORK, Feb. 8 -- Elizabeth Arden, Inc. ("Elizabeth Arden") and International Speedway Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: ISCB) ("ISC") today announced the launch of the Daytona 500(R) fragrance for men. The companies entere ... Continue reading
Auto Affordability Worst in Six Years, According to Comerica Index
DETROIT, Feb. 8 -- The purchase of an average- priced, new vehicle during the fourth quarter of 2005 took 27.0 weeks of median family income, according to the Auto Affordability Index compiled by Detroit-based Comerica Bank. The latest reading is up 0.6 weeks from the prior quarter, resulting in the worst reading for a ... Continue reading
Titan Onyx Concept Shown at Chicago Auto Show
CHICAGO--Feb. 8, 2006--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today unveiled the Titan Onyx, a concept version of Nissan's popular full-size Titan pickup. Designed to add a new level of visual appeal for customers who seek higher levels of customization, the Titan Onyx is highlighted by 20-inch chrome wheels, chrome running ... Continue reading
NORTHBROOK, Ill.--Feb. 8, 2006--Surrounded by the newest and most technologically advanced cars in the world, Allstate is using a one of a kind bumper car experience to promote protection and peace of mind. Allstate's Bumper Car Derby is sharing the floor with leading automakers from around the globe at this year's Chi ... Continue reading
American Racing Capital Issues Update on Current Activities
ZEPHYR COVE, Nev., Feb. 8 -- American Racing Capital Inc. ("ARC") ("the Company"), , a consulting group dedicated to motorsports sponsorship development and racetrack acquisition and design, issued an update today on its current activities. The Company's Letter of Intent (LOI) to acquire 100% of Driving Concepts Intern ... Continue reading
Amerigon to Present at the Roth Capital Partners Growth Stock Conference in Dana Point, CA
DEARBORN, Mich.--Feb. 8, 2006--Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing products based on advanced thermoelectric device (TED) technologies for a wide range of global markets and applications, today announced that President and CEO Daniel R. Coker is scheduled to make an investor presentation at the Roth Capital ... Continue reading
Auction Mills, Inc. Purchases Carforce1 and Accepts Resignation of Jason Brola
DALLAS--Feb. 8, 2006--Auction Mills, Inc. (Pink Sheets:AUML) announced today the resignation of Jason Brola. New CEO Jim Womack will take over operations effective immediately. Mr. Womack brings 15 years experience in the automotive industry. Carforce1 (www.carforce1.com) will instruct automotive dealers across the U.S ... Continue reading
CSAA Adopts ISO HomeValue for Residential Replacement Cost Estimates
BOSTON--Feb. 8, 2006--ISO and AIR Worldwide Corporation announce the addition of the California State Automobile Association (CSAA) as the latest insurer to benefit from ISO HomeValue. CSAA signed a multi-year license for ISO HomeValue, a web-based residential property replacement cost estimator that helps insurers add ... Continue reading
eAutoclaims Experiences Record Growth in Processed Transactions During Most Recent Quarter
OLDSMAR, Fla., Feb. 8 -- eAutoclaims (BULLETIN BOARD: EACC) , a leading provider of managed collision repair services and insurance claims processing technology applications, today announced the recent claims volume processed by the Company for the quarter ending January 31, 2006, experienced meaningful growth in the C ... Continue reading
SAN MATEO, Calif.--Feb. 8, 2006--Mark Logic(R) Corporation, provider of the industry's leading XML content server, today announced that Edmunds.com Inc., the premier online resource for automotive information, has launched its image metadata management system using MarkLogic Server. As the foundation of this enterprise ... Continue reading
Fasten Your Seatbelts for Pepsi's Free Ride
Xzibit, Jeff Gordon and Brian Vickers Launch 'Free Ride' Sweepstakes - Pepsi to Award One Customized 2007 Chevy Tahoe Every Day Plus $20 Cash For Gas For Every Minute - PURCHASE, N.Y., Feb. 8 -- Now, when you twist the cap off a Pepsi product, you may be unlocking the door to a brand new fully- loaded celebrity edition ... Continue reading
Flexpoint Highlights Current Development
DRAPER, Utah--Feb. 8, 2006--Flexpoint Sensor Systems, Inc. (OTCBB:FLXT) announced current developments on its Bend Sensor(R) applications and its core product divisions. The automotive applications remain the focus of the company's efforts. Two Tier One suppliers have completed the first stage of testing and are prepar ... Continue reading
Current Strategies Will Address U.S. Industrial Base Global Supply Chain Vulnerabilities in Multiple Industries including Automotive CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- Global HeavyLift Holdings, LLC (GHH) a Florida-based Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) listed air cargo strategic solutions entity founded in 2002 initially involved in de ... Continue reading
NEEDHAM, Mass.--Feb. 8, 2006--PTC , the Product Development Company(TM), today announced that Grand River Group, a leading Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, has successfully integrated its Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system, SAP, with PTC Windchill. The speed of this successful integration, completed in just thr ... Continue reading
Harbin Electric Announces Preliminary Earnings for Fiscal Year 2005
HARBIN, China, Feb. 8 /Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harbin Electric, Inc. announced today preliminary results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2005. The company expects to report net income between $10.1 million and $10.4 million, or earnings per share between $0.65 and $0.67. Gross margins remain stable at ne ... Continue reading
Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation Increases Dividend 25%
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 8 -- Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation announced today that it declared a quarterly dividend of $0.075 per share of Infinity Property and Casualty Common Stock. The annual rate of $0.30 represents a 25% increase over the dividend paid in 2005. The dividend is payable on March 3, 2006 to ... Continue reading
Lithia Motors Inc. Declares Quarterly Dividend of $0.12 Per Share for the Fourth Quarter of 2005
MEDFORD, Ore.--Feb. 8, 2006--Lithia Motors, Inc. today announced that the Board of Directors has approved a dividend of $0.12 per share for the fourth quarter of 2005. Shareholders of record as of the close of the market on February 20, 2006 will receive the dividend that will be payable March 6, 2006. About Lithia Lit ... Continue reading
Littelfuse Reports Fourth Quarter and 2005 Results
DES PLAINES, Ill.--Feb. 8, 2006--Littelfuse, Inc. today reported sales and earnings for the fourth quarter and full year of 2005. Fourth Quarter Highlights -- In the fourth quarter of 2005, Littelfuse entered into a definitive agreement to sell the Efen electrical switchgear business acquired as part of its acquisition ... Continue reading
Medialink: Breakthrough Navigation Technology Revealed
-- For millions of General Motors new vehicle owners, 2006 may be remembered as the last year that they got lost driving their car. Radio News Feature You can reach the story directly by going to http://media.medialink.com/home.aspx?story=31598 This multimedia news story is for free and unrestricted use on your news in ... Continue reading
Medialink: GM Launches New 'Flex-Fuel' Vehicles
-- The newest generation of SUVs is coming to a showroom near you. This year, GM will unveil the new 2007 Chevy Avalanche with flex-fuel capability. The SUV runs on either gasoline or E85 fuel, a renewable blend of ethanol and gasoline that's domestically produced and emits fewer greenhouse gases. Radio News Feature. Y ... Continue reading
RACINE, Wis.--Feb. 8, 2006--Modine Manufacturing Company a world leader in developing thermal solutions for a diversified group of markets including truck, off-highway, automotive, engine, building HVAC and electronics cooling, announced today that it is participating in JPMorgan's 2006 Small Cap Conference in Philadel ... Continue reading
NBC Olympics Taps Goodyear to Provide Aerial Coverage for Its Broadcasts of the Torino Winter Games
AKRON, Ohio, Feb. 8 -- With a record total of 418 hours of Olympic television coverage, NBC has tapped The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company to provide the aerial coverage United States television viewers will experience from Torino, Italy in February. Goodyear, which provided the first aerial coverage of a televised spor ... Continue reading
Plush Auto Parts Company Ltd. Hong-Jie Material Auto Parts Ltd. Tel:886-4-27088199 Fax : 886-4-24612680 e-mail : b8541@ ms21.hinet.net www.Plush-racing.com Dear, First and foremost, thank you for contacting us .We are pleased to be in collaboration with such an experienced partner as you. The following contains general ... Continue reading
GRAND ISLAND, Neb.--Feb. 8, 2006--Sense Technologies Inc. (OTCBB: SNSG) today announced that the ScopeOut(R) SUV safety mirrors are now being sold nationally through AutoSport, the wildly popular after-market catalog distributed to millions of mainstream consumers and automotive enthusiasts. ScopeOut(R) is a system of ... Continue reading
Solutia Hires Kent Davies to Lead CPFilms Business
Experienced Executive to Grow CPFilms' Leading Market Position; Ken Vickers to Play Key Role as Chairman Emeritus ST. LOUIS and MARTINSVILLE, Va., Feb. 8 -- Solutia Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SOLUQ) , a leading manufacturer and provider of interlayers for laminated glass, aftermarket window films, specialty chemicals and an ... Continue reading
The Eastern Company Reports Results for 2005 Fourth Quarter and Year-End
NAUGATUCK, Conn--Feb. 8, 2006--The Eastern Company (AMEX:EML) today announced its operating results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2005. Sales for the fourth quarter of 2005 were $28.2 million, compared to $24.8 million in 2004, an increase of 13.9%, while sales for the full year 2005 were $109.1 million, an i ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Feb. 8, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c32472) has announced the addition of UK Personal General Insurance 2005 to their offering. This report analyzes the markets performance across key personal lines, providing insight into competitor strategies and the major is ... Continue reading
TI Automotive Unit Earns GM Supplier of the Year Honors
SHANGHAI, China, Feb. 8 -- TI Automotive's Chinese operations recently received four major supplier of the year awards, including a General Motors award for outstanding performance. The company also received honors from Hainan Mazda, a joint-venture firm created in 1992 by Mazda; FAW VW, joint-venture between Volkswage ... Continue reading
WAYNE, Pa.--Feb. 8, 2006--Traffic.com, Inc. , a leading provider of accurate, real-time traffic information in the United States, announced today that its personalized premium mobile services are now offered free of charge making them more accessible and convenient for drivers. As the Company's user base expands, Traff ... Continue reading
SAN ANTONIO--Feb. 8, 2006--XPEL Technologies Corp. (CNQ: XPEL.U) announced today that UnitedAuto Group ("UAG"), has chosen XPEL as vendor of choice for UAG's rollout of automotive paint protection products through its family of new car stores. Significant growth of the paint protection film industry over the past few y ... Continue reading
--AAA Texas: WHO: AAA Texas, Harris County Sheriff's Department, Texas Children's Hospital, Texas Department of Public Safety, and Babies 'R' Us. WHEN: Friday, February 10, 2006 at 10:00 AM WHERE: AAA Texas district office 3307 Sage Road (near Richmond Avenue) Houston, TX 77056 WHAT: News conference and demonstration o ... Continue reading
ADESA, Inc. Declares First Quarter 2006 Dividend
$0.075 Per Common Share Outstanding CARMEL, Ind., Feb. 8 -- ADESA, Inc. today announced that the company's Board of Directors declared a 2006 first quarter dividend of $0.075 per common share payable March 15, 2006, to shareholders of record as of February 21, 2006. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, ADESA, Inc. is Nort ... Continue reading
American Lung Association of Upper Midwest Calls for Wider Use of Cleaner, Renewable-Based E85 Fuel
WHEATON, Ill., Feb. 8 -- On the day that General Motors touts its "Live Green, Go Yellow" campaign to raise awareness of its E85 flexible fuel vehicle (FFV) lineup and Ford Motor Company rolled out its prototype E85- capable hybrid-electric Escape at the Chicago Auto Show, the American Lung Association of the Upper Mid ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Appoints Thomas T. Stallkamp to Board of Directors
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 8 -- BorgWarner Inc. announced today that Thomas T. Stallkamp, 59, has been appointed to its Board of Directors. Mr. Stallkamp is an Industrial Partner with Ripplewood Holdings, LLC, a private equity firm in New York, and the founder and Principal of Collaborative Management, LLC, a private bu ... Continue reading
GILBERT, Ariz.--Feb. 8, 2006--Catalytica Energy Systems, Inc. , announced today that it will report fourth quarter and full year 2005 financial results after the market closes on Thursday, February 23, 2006. In connection with this announcement, members of the public are invited to listen to the Company's live quarterl ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Feb. 8 -- A groundbreaking trade mission to India led by the Detroit Regional Economic Partnership will set the stage for expanded economic contacts between businesses in Southeast Michigan and their counterparts in the world's largest democracy. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000703/DRCLOGO ) Du ... Continue reading
Energy Conversion Devices (ECD Ovonics) Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2006 Operating Results
* United Solar Ovonic achieved a record profit with operating profit of $1.8 million in the second quarter * United Solar Ovonic's product sales increased 86% in the second quarter to $20.9 million * United Solar Ovonic produced at its full-rated capacity * United Solar Ovonic signed an agreement with Actus Lend Lease ... Continue reading
Kumho Tires Returns to Sponsor 8th Annual Kumho Tires 12 Hours at the Point
Kumho Tires 12 Hours at the Point Field Fills in Record Time! 8 February 2006: If you were thinking about entering the 8th Annual Kumho Tires 12 Hours at the Point, then you had best hope that someone from your team already submitted an entry. At 1PM today, the Region accepted the first entry for the June 23-24, 2006 e ... Continue reading
Motive Gear Joins Team Wandahsega
Motive Gear Joins Team Wandahsega FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ben Wandahsega Off-Road Racing Team _http://www.benwandahsega.com_ (http://www.benwandahsega.com/) Bark River, MI 2/8/06 The Ben Wandahsega Off-Road Racing Team is happy to announce a partnership with Motive Gear for the 2006 season. Ben is really excited to be in ... Continue reading
NAVTEQ Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2005 Operating Results
CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- NAVTEQ Corporation , a leading global provider of digital maps for vehicle navigation and location- based solutions, today reported record revenue and operating income for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2005. Revenue in the quarter rose 23% over the fourth quarter of 2004 to $1 ... Continue reading
OnStar's Turn-by-Turn Navigation Rivals Traditional Systems: TRG Predicts Subscriber Growth
CHICAGO--Feb. 8, 2006--OnStar is once again shaking up the telematics world with a new feature designed to improve customer retention. The company's new Turn-by-Turn navigation, a feature of OnStar's latest generation system, is the first automotive OEM navigation solution to use "off-board" technology, liberating driv ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--Feb. 8, 2006--National Child Passenger Safety Week, Feb. 12-18, is the perfect reminder to say "I love you" to your tiniest valentines by making sure they are properly buckled up each time they ride in a motor vehicle. This year, 21st Century Insurance celebrates the Week by providing 21 top child safety seat ... Continue reading
COLUMBUS, Ohio--Feb. 8, 2006--National Child Passenger Safety Week, Feb. 12-18, is the perfect reminder to say "I love you" to your tiniest valentines by making sure they are properly buckled up each time they ride in a motor vehicle. This year, 21st Century Insurance celebrates the Week by providing 21 top child safet ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas--Feb. 8, 2006--National Child Passenger Safety Week, Feb. 12-18, is the perfect reminder to say "I love you" to your tiniest valentines by making sure they are properly buckled up each time they ride in a motor vehicle. This year, 21st Century Insurance celebrates the Week by providing 21 top child safety ... Continue reading
LONDON, February 8 -- Acknowledging Microsoft Automotive Business Unit's development of the Windows Mobile for Automotive (WMfA), its novel three-tier standard software platform solution for telematics and infotainment, Frost & Sullivan presents the company with the 2006 Excellence in Technology of the Year Award. This ... Continue reading
LONDON, February 8 -- The growing focus on portability and consumer electronics in the telematics and infotainment market has bolstered demand for wireless technologies in the western Europe automotive industry. Accordingly, vehicle manufacturers are deploying new wireless technologies in different applications (includ ... Continue reading
PRESS RELEASE Greater Emphasis on Portable Devices to Fuel Use of Automotive Wireless Applications in Western Europe London, UK – 8th February, 2006 - The growing focus on portability and consumer electronics in the telematics and infotainment market has bolstered demand for wireless technologies in the western E ... Continue reading
AutoNation to Acquire Autohaus Mercedes-Benz
* Autohaus is the 17th largest Mercedes-Benz dealerships in the U.S. * AutoNation also to acquire rights to establish new Mercedes-Benz dealership in Palm Beach County, Florida FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Feb. 8 -- AutoNation, Inc. , America's largest automotive retailer, today announced that it has signed an agreement to a ... Continue reading
Ford to Create New Midwest Ethanol Corridor; Chicago Taxis To Go Green With Ford Hybrids
* Ford announces the beginnings of a 'Midwest Ethanol Corridor' - expanding E85 ethanol availability by approximately one-third in Illinois and Missouri, with other states to follow. * Taxis in Chicago will 'go green' with the introduction of new hybrids, including Ford's Escape Hybrid - the first hybrid vehicle from a ... Continue reading
Hybrids Come out on Top in IntelliChoice.com's 2006 ''Best Overall Value of the Year''
CHICAGO, Ill.--Feb. 8, 2006--PRIMEDIA's IntelliChoice.com, the online source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, today announced the results of its "Best Overall Value of the Year" awards for model year 2006. And for the first time, two hybrid SUVs join the reigning hybrid champion Toyota Prius and four o ... Continue reading
All-New Fifth-Generation 2007 Lexus ES Sedan Redefines Entry Luxury Segment
CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- The all-new 2007 Lexus ES 350 made its public debut today at the Chicago Auto Show. The all-new, fully redesigned ES marks the fourth Lexus sedan to benefit from the L-finesse design language. Going on sale in late April, the fifth-generation ES improves upon every level of comfort, safety, performan ... Continue reading
Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS) Announces 2007 Dates and 2006 Show Figures
NBC Sports Broadcast, MSN Autos Web Traffic and 6,600 Journalists Mark Another Banner Year DETROIT, Feb. 8 -- The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) announced today the 2007 show will take place Jan. 7-21 at COBO Center in Detroit. Press Preview Days will be held Sunday, Jan. 7 through Tuesday, Jan. ... Continue reading
Designing Volvos With Your Bare Hand
Volvo and Mobileplay Team to Deliver First Mobile Auto Configurator; Innovative Free Application for BlackBerries, Smartphones and PDAs IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 8 -- Volvo Cars of North America today announced a partnership with mobile content delivery pioneer Mobileplay that introduces the first-of-its-kind new car config ... Continue reading
300 Horsepower, All-New 2007 Dodge Caliber SRT4 to Dominate Sport-Compact Market
* Tire-smoking 300 horsepower - 85 more than the original Dodge SRT4 - and 260 lb.-ft. of torque * 0-60 mph in less than 6 seconds * All-around performance of a true 'tuner car' right from the manufacturer * Benchmark performance at the best price CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- Chrysler Group's Street and Racing Technology (SRT) g ... Continue reading
Bell Motorcycle Helmets Featured in "The World's Fastest Indian"
SANTA CRUZ, Calif.--Feb. 8, 2006--When Burt Munro set the land-speed record in 1967, Bell was there. The story is being retold in "The World's Fastest Indian," a film starring Academy Award winner Sir Anthony Hopkins, and Bell is there once again as the high-speed action unfolds on the silver screen. "The World's Faste ... Continue reading
SAN DIEGO, Feb. 8 -- Everyone has something to say about high gas prices. FreeGasHelp.com, based in Oceanside, CA, a new and innovative advertising and promotion company, is doing something about it. The company connects businesses with folks willing to display their ad messages on their vehicles. They provide a unique ... Continue reading
Mercedes, Lexus & Infiniti Debut 2006 Models with DTS-Capable Surround Sound Systems
AGOURA HILLS, Calif.--Feb. 8, 2006--DTS (Digital Theater Systems, Inc.) announces that five new US car models will offer audio systems that feature DTS 5.1-channel surround sound capability. The 2006 Mercedes S-Class sedan will include a DVD-Audio system with DTS multi-channel sound as a standard feature, while the 200 ... Continue reading
President Bush Should Encourage Alternative Energy that is Here and Working Now, including Natural Gas for Transportation WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 -- Responding to President Bush's State of the Union Address last week, the leading trade association for natural-gas vehicles said today that while long-term energy research and ... Continue reading
American Suzuki Blows Into Windy City To Showcase Full Product Line At 2006 Chicago Auto Show
All-new 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara leads troupe of value-packed cars and SUVs backed by America’s #1 Warranty CHICAGO (Feb. 8, 2006) – American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) arrives at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show fresh off an 11 percent sales increase in 2005 from the previous year. Off to a fast start in 20 ... Continue reading
Cadillac Premieres All-New Escalade In Europe
Escalade features 6.2L all-aluminum V8 engine with an output of 403 hp SAE* (301 kW) European premiere of iconic, luxury SUV at Geneva Motor Show 2006 Market launch in Europe in 2 nd half of 2006 Detroit – Cadillac presents the all-new Escalade, the next generation of the iconic luxury SUV at the 76th Geneva Moto ... Continue reading
Toyota Launches All-out Sales Offensive for Hybrids
Toyota Launches All-out Sales Offensive for Hybrids Having launched the Prius way back in 1997, Toyota Motor Corp. is girding for an all-out global sales offensive for hybrid cars. The company sold 200,000 hybrids around the world in 2005, and aims to raise that figure to 1 million by 2008. Against a background of shar ... Continue reading
CHICAGO – February 8, 2006: General Motors will introduce the all-new 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche, the latest rollout of its next-generation full-size truck family and the industry’s most flexible utility vehicle, at the Chicago Auto Show. GM also makes major announcements strengthening its flexible-fuel vehic ... Continue reading
Mercedes Debuts New Generation School Bus Concept
Posted by www.eMercedesBenz.com on February 7, 2006 at 3:45 PM CST Growing up, I was fortunate enough to not have to endure the rigors that accompany taking the bus to school - weekly beatings by the school bully, getting my lunch money stolen... Unfortunately for many kids, having their parents drive them to school is ... Continue reading
National Child Passenger Safety Week is February 12-18
LOS ANGELES--Feb. 7, 2006-- Britney's Driving Mistake Highlights Safety Rules for Kids in Cars According to the Insurance Information Network of California Britney Spears may be a pop princess, but she could also be the poster child for National Child Passenger Safety Week says IINC. The singer, photographed this week ... Continue reading
Julio Almeida Appointed President of Evader
SAO PAULO, Brazil--Feb. 7, 2006--Bellevue, Washington-based Evader, Inc. (www.evader.us) (Pink Sheets:EVDR), the maker of electric high-performance vehicles powered by their leading-edge proprietary technology is proud to announce today the appointment of Mr. Julio Almeida as Evader's President. For the past two years ... Continue reading
Delphi to Design, Build Cockpit Module, Wiring Harnesses For New Mercedes GL-Class SUV
Innovative Battery Disconnect Safety Device, Leather-Wrapped Instrument Panel Among Featured Technologies TROY, Mich., Feb. 7 -- Delphi Corp. continues to grow its relationship with DaimlerChrysler AG with full cockpit module design and build responsibility on the new Mercedes GL-Class full-size sport utility vehicle ( ... Continue reading
Henkel Sponsors Carl Edwards in 2006 NASCAR Busch Series
GULPH MILLS, Penn., Feb. 7 -- Henkel of America, Inc. announced today that it has signed a sponsorship agreement with Roush Racing and driver Carl Edwards in the NASCAR Busch Series in 2006. Several Henkel brands will participate in the sponsorship of Edwards' number 60 car, including Dial(R), Renuzit(R), Dep(R) Sport, ... Continue reading
Emerging Niche Applications to Create Growth Potential for Reinforced Thermosets in Europe
LONDON, February 7 -- - Reinforced Thermosets' High Performance in Difficult Operating Conditions to Fuel Demand Ongoing product development is driving an increased uptake of reinforced thermosets in high-performance applications (particularly in tough operating conditions) in the automotive, aerospace and wind energy ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson Selects SAP to Fine-Tune Performance in Global Operations
MILWAUKEE, Feb. 7 -- SAP AG today announced that Harley-Davidson, Inc. has selected SAP's automotive industry solution to become the standard business platform across Harley-Davidson's global organization. Beginning with the replacement of its current financial applications, the company will take steps to increase visi ... Continue reading
Invitation to subscribe to 2006 IPSI/IPS-USA conference calls; c/ba
Dear potential speaker: Please, read carefully and respond with "SUBSCRIBE." We will be informing you about our future conferences 4 to 6 times per year, only if you subscribe now! If you do not respond to this email, we will NEVER send you an email invitation again. The list of our 2006 conferences is given below. If ... Continue reading
AUSTIN, Texas, et GENEVE, February 7 -- - Leur partenariat dans les architectures de microcontrôleurs 32 bit PowerPC(R) stimuler l'innovation automobile Freescale et STMicroelectronics, les deux principaux fabricants de semiconducteurs pour l'industrie automobile[1], s'associent en créant une initiative de grande por ... Continue reading
ADP Dealer Services Attains Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program
ADP Dealer Services Further Distinguishes Itself by Earning Microsoft Competencies in Both Networking Infrastructure Solutions and ISV/Software Solutions HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Feb. 7 -- ADP Dealer Services today announced it has earned Gold Certified status in the Microsoft Partner Program with two competencies: Netwo ... Continue reading
Positive Ratings for Car Travel and Airlines; Negative Ratings for Bus Service, According to Harris Poll ROCHESTER, N.Y., Feb. 7 -- The ratings for the country's transportation system is not in line with the importance the public places on it. Nearly all U.S. adults (98%) think that having a very good transportation sy ... Continue reading
Air Liquide to Showcase New Wave of Technology at APEX
HOUSTON--Feb. 7, 2006--The printed circuit board and electronics manufacturing industries demand purity of product and the best in technology. Whether it's specialty gases or atmosphere systems, soldering equipment or manufacturing accessories, companies require the most efficient and reliable products and services. Ai ... Continue reading
American Standard to Share Growth Plans and Strategies at Analysts' Meeting on Feb. 14
PISCATAWAY, N.J., Feb. 7 -- Fred Poses, chairman and CEO of American Standard Companies Inc. , and members of the company's senior leadership team will discuss growth plans and strategies as well as productivity and business improvements at a meeting with analysts and investors on Tuesday, Feb. 14, beginning at 8 a.m. ... Continue reading
America's Premier Cycling Event Announces Title Partnership With Ford
ATLANTA, Feb. 7 -- The top professional cycling stage race in North America will have a new and engaging brand identity, as the Georgia Ford Dealers have agreed to a title sponsorship for the Ford Tour de Georgia. The 2006 Ford Tour de Georgia, the premier cycling event and rolling festival conducted each spring, will ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Feb. 7, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c32276) has announced the addition of Automotive Emerging Markets - February Issue to their offering. Automotive Emerging is a dedicated round-up of all the latest global happenings and analysis specific to the activities of ... Continue reading
FORT SMITH, Ark., Feb. 7 -- Baldor Electric Company markets, designs, and manufactures electric motors, drives, and generators and is based in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Baldor made the following announcements after the Company's Board of Directors' meeting on February 6, 2006. Cash Dividend ... The Board of Directors decla ... Continue reading
Chicago Area Charities Receive Support From Bridgestone Firestone Trust Fund In 2005
CHICAGO AREA CHARITIES RECEIVE SUPPORT FROM BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE TRUST FUND IN 2005 More than 20 local Chicago organizations received close to $48,000 in donations from the Bridgestone Firestone Trust Fund in the past year. This charitable arm of Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc. (BSAH), wrapped up another year of ge ... Continue reading
Cooper-Standard Automotive Completes Acquisition of ITT Industries' Auto Fluid Handling Systems
NOVI, Mich., Feb. 7 -- Cooper-Standard Automotive today announced it has completed the acquisition of the Fluid Handling Systems business of ITT Industries Inc. in a transaction valued at approximately $205 million. The acquisition enhances Cooper-Standard's offering of steel and plastic tubing for fuel and brake lines ... Continue reading
Cosma Expands Manufacturing Footprint
AURORA, Ontario, Feb. 7 -- Cosma International, an operating group of Magna International Inc. and a leading automotive metal-forming supplier, announced today the addition of two new facilities, one in France and the other in the United States. These facilities will enhance Cosma's capability to respond to its custome ... Continue reading
Cycle Country Schedules Release of Fiscal First Quarter 2006 Results; Conference Call Scheduled
MILFORD, Iowa--Feb. 7, 2006--Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC), the recognized leader in developing and manufacturing a variety of products for the all terrain vehicle (ATV), garden tractors, and golf carts, today announced it will release fiscal first quarter 2006 results at the close of business on Monday, F ... Continue reading
DealerCentric Solutions Brings New Credit Application Software to the Automotive Market
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif., Feb. 7 -- DealerCentric Solutions (DCS) announces the "Get Pre-Approved in Seconds" program that pre- approves customers on-line within seconds, based on Dealer-defined credit criteria. The "Quick App" is customized to the look of the Dealer's website and can be integrated into Lead Gene ... Continue reading
URBANDALE, Iowa--Feb. 7, 2006--Dealer Impact Systems, a premier supplier of integrated digital marketing solutions to automotive dealerships nationwide, today announced the release of its i-Deal Digital Marketing System at NADA 2006 in Orlando, Fla., Feb. 11-14 at booth 4152. Results to date include an increase in Inte ... Continue reading
Digi-Key Announces Distribution Agreement with Power Integrations
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--Feb. 7, 2006--Digi-Key Corporation announced today that it has signed a worldwide distribution agreement with Power Integrations, the leading supplier of high-voltage analog integrated circuits (ICs) used in power conversion. Digi-Key, one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic comp ... Continue reading
Directed Electronics Reduces Interest Rate on Newly Amended Credit Facility
VISTA, Calif., Feb. 7 -- Directed Electronics, Inc. , the largest designer and marketer of consumer branded vehicle security and convenience systems in the United States based on sales, and a major supplier of car and home audio, mobile video and satellite radio products, announced today that it has successfully negoti ... Continue reading
Elcart Distribution S.p.A. Signs Distribution Agreement for Battery Brain(TM) in Italy
CLIFTON, N.J.--Feb. 7, 2006-- Major Italian Electronics Distributor to Sell and Represent Smart Energy Solutions' Innovative Product that Ensures Sufficient Starting Power for Cars, Trucks, Vans, SUVs, RVs and More Smart Energy Solutions, Inc., (OTCBB:SMGY), inventor and manufacturer of the innovative Battery Brain(TM) ... Continue reading
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Partners with Discover(R) Card To Offer Consumers Double Cashback Bonus(R)
ST. LOUIS--Feb. 7, 2006--Enterprise Rent-A-Car, North America's largest rental car company, today announced a partnership with Discover(R) Card in its Cashback Bonus(R) program. Under the partnership, Discover Cardmembers who have earned $20 Cashback Bonus can double the amount to $40 when redeeming in the form of a re ... Continue reading
Flexsteel Announces Second Quarter and Year-To-Date Operating Results
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Feb. 7, 2006--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. today reported sales and earnings for its second quarter and fiscal year-to-date ended December 31, 2005. Net sales for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2005 were $106.3 million compared to the prior year quarter of $105.1 million, an increase of 1.2%. Net in ... Continue reading
Goodyear Names Zekoski to Head Luxembourg Technical Center
AKRON, Ohio, Feb. 7 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced today that Joseph Zekoski has been named general director of the company's Luxembourg Technical Center. He replaces Jean Bergh, who is retiring after 37 years of service. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO ) "Joe is a respected ... Continue reading
Granite Construction Awarded $44.9 Million Road Construction Project in California
WATSONVILLE, Calif., Feb. 7 -- Granite Construction Incorporated announced today that Granite Construction Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary, has been awarded a $44.9 million road construction project by the California Department of Transportation. The project is located on Highway 14 approximately 50 miles east of Ba ... Continue reading
Hall Automotive Nearly Doubles Corporate Call Center Productivity With UCN inContact(TM)
SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 7 -- UCN, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: UCNN) , a provider of on-demand contact handling software and business telecommunication services delivered over the UCN national VoIP network, announced today that Hall Automotive, the country's 48th largest new car dealership, selected inContact(TM) to support its ... Continue reading
Infinite Networks Corporation Selects Mr. Shunichi Yamazaki to the Board of Directors
LAS VEGAS--Feb. 7, 2006--Infinite Networks Corporation (Pink Sheets: INNX) announced that Mr. Shunichi Yamazaki has accepted to join the Board of Directors. The announcement was made by John W. Bush, President of Infinite Networks Corporation. Mr. Yamazaki brings over 36 years of automotive industry experience to the B ... Continue reading
InterActive Financial Marketing Group Launches Sales Finance Company
InterActive Financial Acceptance to Finance Sales for IFMG Dealers RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 7 -- InterActive Financial Marketing Group, LLC (IFMG) a Richmond, Virginia based dealer lead generation company, announces the debut of its wholly owned subsidiary, InterActive Financial Acceptance, LLC (IFA). IFMG is the owner of p ... Continue reading
ISSI Announces 16Mb High Speed SRAM for Networking, Telecom and Automotive Applications
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Feb. 7 -- Integrated Silicon Solution, Inc. , a leader in advanced memory solutions, today introduced the 2Mx8, 16Mb, high speed Asynchronous SRAM, the IS61WV20488, with access times as fast as 8nS. This new device gives the designer a high speed device that utilizes low power technology to minimiz ... Continue reading
SECAUCUS, N.J.--Feb. 7, 2006--Panasonic Computer Solutions: -- International Truck and Engine Corporation and Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America among Key Customers -- Panasonic Mobile Computing Solutions for the Automotive Industry to Be Displayed at NADA 2006, Booth 566 Panasonic Computer Solutions Company today announ ... Continue reading
Lear Corporation Sees Minority Supplier Procurement Reaching $1 Billion by 2008
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 7 -- Lear Corporation , one of the world's largest automotive suppliers, today announced it expects the amount of good and services it buys from minority suppliers to grow to $1 billion by 2008. Lear currently has more than 218 active diverse suppliers. Goods and services purchased by Lear from ... Continue reading
'Power' and 'Energy' Product Types Leverage Versatile Cell Architecture and Electrode Technology to Set Ultracapacitor Industry Standards for Performance, Cost and 'Life-of-the Application' Durability SAN DIEGO, Feb. 7 -- Maxwell Technologies, Inc. announced today that it will introduce more than 30 new BOOSTCAP(R) ult ... Continue reading
Motion Industries Earns Recognition as a John Deere ``Partner-Level Supplier''
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--Feb. 7, 2006--Motion Industries, one of North America's leading distributors of industrial maintenance, repair, and operation replacement parts, has earned recognition as a Partner-level supplier for 2005 in the John Deere Achieving Excellence Program. The Partner-level status is Deere & Company's hig ... Continue reading
Motorsports Authentics Names Veteran Merchandise Executive as President
CONCORD, N.C., Feb. 7 -- Ruth Crowley, a veteran merchandising, sales and marketing executive, has been named president of the Motorsports Authentics, the merchandise retailer owned in a 50/50 joint venture between International Speedway Corporation (ISC) and Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (SMI). Crowley, 46, who currently ... Continue reading
AKRON, Ohio--Feb. 7, 2006--Kevin Archer, President of MSApple Technologies, invites information technology executives throughout Northeast Ohio to an Information Security Workshop entitled "III Pillars of Network Security." This half-day workshop will be held in both AM & PM sessions on March 15th, 2006 at the Microsof ... Continue reading
News Release: EPA, States Promote Clean Energy
News for Release: Tuesday, February 7, 2006 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) *EPA, States Promote Clean Energy *Contact: Roxanne Smith, 202-564-4355 / smith.roxanne@epa.gov (Washington, D.C.-Feb. 7, 2006) A first-ever guide, released today by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, lays out state-level poli ... Continue reading
Ohio Gov. Taft Orders Review of Ads for Auto Insurance in State Registration Renewals
Governor's Action Follows Request From Professional Insurance Agents of Ohio WASHINGTON, Feb. 7 -- You get your vehicle registration renewal notice in the mail. It says you must certify that you have insurance and threatens fines, penalties and the loss of your driver's license if you don't. Enclosed in the notice is a ... Continue reading
Perceptron Announces Second Quarter Results for Fiscal Year 2006
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Feb. 7 -- Perceptron, Inc. today announced net sales of $17.2 million and net income of $2.2 million, or $0.24 per diluted share, for the second quarter ended December 31, 2005, compared with net sales of $14.8 million and net income of $1.5 million, or $0.16 per diluted share, for the second quarter e ... Continue reading
RideTones(R) Included in Grammy(R) Award Winner Gift Bags
Music's biggest stars to benefit from RideTones(R)' unique vehicle customization WATERLOO, ON, Feb. 7 -- Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc. (IMS), a world leader in the automotive aftermarket and telematics industries, is pleased to announce the inclusion of RideTones(R) in gift bags to winners of the 48th Annual Gra ... Continue reading
ALEXANDRIA, Va. & DETROIT--Feb. 7, 2006--Robbins-Gioia, LLC, the leading provider of project management services, announced today the appointment of Andrea Sarotte as operations director for its commercial division, Midwest region. In her new position, Sarotte will lead the Robbins-Gioia Midwest business development te ... Continue reading
Sony Ericsson and Panasonic Partner to Deliver Reliable, Durable EDGE Access to Field Technicians
More Than 20,000 Sony Ericsson EDGE-Embedded Panasonic Toughbook(R) CF-29 Rugged Notebooks Already Deployed RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Feb. 7 -- Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications, a leading provider of wireless machine-to-machine technology, has partnered with Panasonic Computer Solutions Company to deliver EDGE- ... Continue reading
SORL Auto Parts, Inc. Engages Maxim Group, LLC as its Investment Banker
ZHEJIANG, China, Feb. 7 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- SORL Auto Parts, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: SAUP) , a manufacturer and distributor of automotive air brake valves and hydraulic brake valves primarily for the commercial vehicle market, announced today that it has engaged Maxim Group LLC as its investment banker. Under the term ... Continue reading
Supreme Industries, Inc. Declares Regular $.095 Cent Cash Dividend
GOSHEN, Ind.--Feb. 7, 2006--Supreme Industries, Inc. (AMEX:STS) (the "Company") announced today a cash dividend on its outstanding Class A and Class B Common Stock. Stockholders of record as of February 20, 2006, will receive $.095 for each share owned on that date, payable on February 27, 2006. This cash dividend is t ... Continue reading
LIVONIA, Mich., Feb. 7 -- TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. announced today that it plans to release its fourth quarter and full year 2005 financial results at 7:00 a.m. (EST) on Tuesday, February 21, 2006, followed by a conference call at 9:00 a.m. During the call, John C. Plant, president and chief executive officer, and ... Continue reading
General Motors Promotes Greater E85 Consumer Awareness and Use
Collaboration with Shell Oil Products US and VeraSun Energy Will Help Local Motorists Power Their GM FlexFuel Vehicles with E85 CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- General Motors announced Wednesday the addition of 26 additional E85 refueling pumps to stations in greater Chicago through collaborative partnerships with Shell Oil Product ... Continue reading
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