NAVTEQ Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2006 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, 2006. Revenue in the quarter rose 24% over the fourth quarter of 2005 to $180 ... Continue reading
ADESA, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter EPS of $0.22 per Diluted Share
CARMEL, Ind.--ADESA, Inc. , North Americaâs largest publicly traded provider of wholesale vehicle auctions and used vehicle dealer floorplan financing, today reported its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2006. For the fourth quarter of 2006, the company reported net income of $19.8 million, or ... Continue reading
Energy Conversion Devices Reports Second Quarter 2007 Operating Results
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Feb. 8 -- Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD Ovonics) today reported its results for the second quarter ended December 31, 2006. The company reported a net loss of $2.9 million (or $0.07 per share) on revenues of $22.9 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2007, as compared to a net loss of ... Continue reading
Advance Auto Parts to Report Fourth Quarter Earnings on February 15
ROANOKE, Va.--Advance Auto Parts, Inc. , a leading automotive aftermarket retailer of parts, batteries, accessories and maintenance items, will report its fourth quarter 2006 financial results before market open on February 15, 2007. The company will detail its results on a conference call scheduled to begin at 8:00 a. ... Continue reading
Reynolds customer service and business practices will continue to lead in the market DAYTON, Ohio, Feb. 8 -- Reynolds Chairman Bob Brockman addressed the media during the recent NADA convention and underscored the company's commitment to its core ERA dealership management system software and to the business practices a ... Continue reading
Consumer Guide(R) Automotive Announces Winners of Second Annual Chicago Auto Show Awards
Pontiac G8 & Toyota Highlander Named Most Significant New Car and Truck Introductions CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- Consumer Guide Automotive, the definitive source for new and used car reviews, announced today that the 2008 Pontiac G8 and the 2008 Toyota Highlander are the recipients of its second annual Most Significant New Int ... Continue reading
Hyundai Wins MotorWeek Award for 'Best Minivan'
2007 Hyundai Entourage Receives 'Best Minivan' Honor in the 25th Annual MotorWeek Driver's Choice Awards FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 8 -- MotorWeek recognizes the Hyundai Entourage as the "Best Minivan" in its 2007 Editors' Choice Awards. The award was distributed at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show. As a winner, the Entou ... Continue reading
Ameresco Commits $20,000 to Solar Car Racers
NEWBURGH, N.Y.--Ameresco, an energy services company with offices across North America has made a $20,000 donation to rebuild a solar powered car that students at Newburgh Free Academy (NFA) in Newburgh, New York will race across the country next summer. NFAâs Solar Racing Team will compete against teams from scho ... Continue reading
New Honda Plant to be Built in Alabama
Washington DC February 8, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Yutaka Technologies Inc., subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., said yesterday that it is building a $50 million plant in Alabama to supply Honda Manufacturing of Alabama LLC. According to Automotive news, the 168,000-square-foot plant will manufacture torque ... Continue reading
2007 Chicago Auto Show: Kia Unveils Rondo SX Concept
Concept Displays Aggressive, Sporty Side of the All-New Kia Model CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) debuted its all-new crossover vehicle, the 2007 Kia Rondo, at the Los Angeles Auto Show just last November and has wasted no time enhancing its "Exciting and Enabling" brand direction with the Chicago Internati ... Continue reading
Takes $0.67 Per Share Restructuring Charge in Fourth Quarter Increases 2007 Earnings Guidance by $0.10 Per Share as a Result of Fourth quarter Restructuring AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 8 -- BorgWarner Inc. today reported fourth quarter and full year results that reflect solid performance in Europe and Asia while addressi ... Continue reading
X-Rite Announces Sale of Labsphere Subsidiary to Halma p.l.c.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--X-Rite, Incorporated today announced the sale of its Labsphere subsidiary to a subsidiary of Halma p.l.c. Labsphere is a global leader in the design and manufacture of innovative equipment for light measurement, sensor calibration, and spectroscopy as well as diffuse reflectance materials. Halma ha ... Continue reading
Reynolds Announces Intention to Retain European-based DCS
Company Acquired in July 2006 positioned for Growth in Europe DAYTON, Ohio, Feb. 8 -- Reynolds and Reynolds announced today that it intends to retain European-based DCS, which Reynolds acquired in July 2006, and position the Dealership Management System (DMS) provider for future growth. DCS Group, which is a leading DM ... Continue reading
Probe's Strategic Initiatives for 2007 Include the Development of Alternative Fuel Technologies
LAKE FOREST, Calif., Feb. 8 -- Probe Manufacturing, Inc. (BULLETIN BOARD: PMFI) -- announced today that its strategic plans for 2007 include the allocation of resources sufficient to allow the Company to become a developer of alternative fuel technologies that enables vehicles and generators to operate on clean-burning ... Continue reading
Commercial Vehicle Group Reports Fourth Quarter 2006 Results
NEW ALBANY, Ohio, Feb. 8 -- Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. today reported revenues of $218.8 million for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2006, up 9.3 percent compared to $200.1 million in the prior-year quarter. Operating income for the fourth quarter was $17.8 million compared to $22.5 million last year. Net inc ... Continue reading
Mitchell Releases Winter 2007 Edition of Industry Trends Report
Dear Editor, Here is the latest announcement from Mitchell International. Please contact us with any questions. Thank you. -kam --------------------------- Press Release: Mitchell Releases Winter 2007 Edition of Industry Trends Report Report features analysis of changing vehicle sales trends in the US and their impact ... Continue reading
Data I/O(R) Demonstrates New Automotive Performance Programming System at APEX 2007
Solution Enhances Quality, Control and Traceability REDMOND, Wash., Feb. 8 -- Data I/O Corporation(R) , the leading provider of device programming solutions, will introduce its new Automotive Performance Programming System at the APEX exhibition in Los Angeles, February 20-22, 2007. Data I/O's new automotive solution, ... Continue reading
Infinity Property and Casualty Reports 17.1% Growth in Gross Written Premium on Solid Earnings
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 8 -- Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation , a national provider of personal automobile insurance with a concentration on nonstandard auto insurance, today reported for the fourth quarter and twelve months ending December 31, 2006: Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended December 31, December ... Continue reading
Monaco Coach Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and 2006 Fiscal Year End Results
COBURG, Ore., Feb. 8 -- Monaco Coach Corporation , one of the nation's leading manufacturers of recreational vehicles, today announced results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 30, 2006. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/19991018/MONACO ) Revenues for the fourth quarter 2006 were $299.2 mil ... Continue reading
Federal-Mogul Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2006 Results
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTCBB:FDMLQ) today reported its financial results for the three and twelve-month periods ended December 31, 2006. Financial Summary (in millions) Three Months Ended December 31 Twelve Months Ended December 31 2006 2005 2006 2005 Net sales $1,546 $1,487 $6,326 $6,286 Gross m ... Continue reading
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--Scaniaâs (STO:SCVA) (STO:SCVB) robust earnings and cash flow have strengthened the companyâs financial position. Under the prevailing market conditions, and based on current investment plans, the companyâs finances will remain strong during the coming years. For the purpose of having a ... Continue reading
Myers Industries Declares Quarterly Dividend & Announces Annual Meeting Date
AKRON, Ohio--The Board of Directors of Myers Industries, Inc. today declared a regular dividend of $0.0525 per share payable April 2, 2007, to shareholders of record as of March 9, 2007. The board also set the date for the Companyâs Annual Meeting of Shareholders, which will be held Friday, April 27, 2007, at 9 a. ... Continue reading
Sun-Times News Group Launches Comprehensive Auto Web Site
- Searchchicago.com/autos inventories cars from Chicago area dealers with vital information and photos - Database provides thousands of reviews by local auto columnists Dan Jedlicka, John Stein, Jill Ciminillo and Ira Siegel - Information on auto safety, maintenance and more - Calculators allow shoppers to compute mont ... Continue reading
International Speedway Completes Acquisition of Raceway Associates
- Becomes 100% Owner of Two Premier Motorsports Facilities in Nation's Third Largest Market - - Transactions Accretive to ISC's Fiscal 2007 Expected Results - DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Feb. 8 -- International Speedway Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: ISCB) ("ISC") today announced it has completed the acquisition of Raceway Asso ... Continue reading
Cooper to Announce 2006 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results
FINDLAY, Ohio, Feb. 8 -- Cooper Tire & Rubber Company will announce its 2006 fourth quarter and year-end financial results before the market opens on Thursday, March 1, 2007. Company management will discuss the financial results in a conference call beginning at 11 a.m. EST that same day. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/ ... Continue reading
More than 1,200 Chrysler "Sebring Says" contestants will prove actions speak louder than words for a chance to win an all-new 2007 Chrysler Sebring What: While the Guinness World Record(TM) book is said to be the most stolen book at the public library, Chrysler plans to steal the world record for the largest game of "S ... Continue reading
Metaldyne Appoints Steve Dickerson Vice President, Quality, Six Sigma and Process
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Feb. 8 -- Metaldyne announced today that Steve Dickerson has been appointed vice president, quality, Six Sigma and process. Dickerson will lead Metaldyne's quality initiatives and the company's focus on Six Sigma, including implementing process improvements in key operational areas. In this role he wil ... Continue reading
-- Johnson, Earnhardt launch second season of weekly XM shows starting February 15 -- XM's renowned NASCAR reporter Claire B. Lang heads to Daytona -- Phone lines heat up on 'Powershift' with Joe Castello -- PRN's 'Sunday Drive' joins 'Fast Talk' and 'Alltel Pit Reporters' on XM Sports Nation WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 -- NASC ... Continue reading
AutoTrader.com Renews Exclusive Partnership with Univision.com
ATLANTA--AutoTrader.com, the ultimate automotive marketplace, and Univision Online, Inc., the interactive division of Univision Communications Inc. , today announced the continuation of their successful partnership. The new multi-year agreement provides the Hispanic community with the most comprehensive online automoti ... Continue reading
National AFV Conference: 100% Affordable & Clean Solutions Marketplace
The winds of change have swept in a new era for fleets and policymakers. Yesterdayâs fossil fuel based transportation is swiftly being replaced by clean alternative fuels and advanced vehicle technologies. The opportunity this presents for fleets and policymakers is the focal point of the 13th National Alternative ... Continue reading
Patrick Industries Reports Increased Sales and Earnings for 2006
Year Highlighted By Increased Sales, New Products and Investigation of Strategic Growth Opportunities ELKHART, Ind., Feb. 8 -- Patrick Industries, Inc. , today announced its operating results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2006. Patrick, a leading manufacturer and distributor of building and compone ... Continue reading
Innovative new racing series will boast the most technologically advanced racing machines in the world. DETROIT, Feb. 7 -- The Hydrogen Electric Racing Federation -- which unveiled "The Future of Racing"(TM) and the "Hydrogen 500"(TM) concept here to an impressive gathering of leading auto industry executives and motor ... Continue reading
Commerce Banc Insurance Services Adds Another Web-Based Customer Convenience
CHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 7 -- Commerce Banc Insurance Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Commerce Bancorp, Inc. , announced today that a new service is now available to customers via Commerce Bank's web site at http://www.commerceonline.com/. Now customers can get instant automobile insurance rate quotes and initiat ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler's National SEATCHECK Campaign Marks Five Years of Keeping Child Passengers Safe
- Motor vehicle crashes are still the number one killer of kids; seven out of 10 kids in child safety seats are not properly buckled in - Redesigned SEATCHECK Web site (www.seatcheck.org) offers variety of child passenger safety resources, including safety seat technician locater database - DaimlerChrysler shows commit ... Continue reading
ECD Ovonics Announces Succession Planning Actions
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Feb. 7 -- Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD Ovonics) announced today that its Board of Directors has established a committee comprised of all non-management directors for the purpose of developing and implementing an orderly succession plan for the Company's management team, including the Cha ... Continue reading
Experts Report Progress in Reducing Teen Driver Crashes but Maintain States, Parents Can Do More
Research Findings, Recommendations Presented at National Safety Council Teen Driver Symposium TUCSON, Ariz., Feb. 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Fatal crashes involving 16 year old drivers in 2005 were at their lowest level since 1992, despite the highest national population of 16 year olds (4.2 million) since 1977, acco ... Continue reading
Pontiac and Yahoo! Leverage Social Media to Create New Form of Dialogue with Consumers
SUNNYVALE, Calif.--The Pontiac division of General Motors Corp. and Yahoo! Inc. today launched a new online destination for Pontiac owners and enthusiasts, Pontiac Underground (www.pontiacunderground.com). The Web site combines some of the best social media content from Yahoo! including Flickr photos, Yahoo! Answers, Y ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Continues to Grow Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle (CPOV) Sales in January 2007
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 8 -- Starting the year on an upswing, the Chrysler Group reported that its Five Star(R) dealers set a new January record of 9,122 Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle (CPOV) sales in 2007, an 8 percent increase compared with January 2006 sales of 8,444 units. Chrysler brand sales increased 7 percent to ... Continue reading
AssuranceAmerica Corporation ANNOUNCES APPROVAL TO WRITE INSURANCE IN PENNSYLVANIA, ITS 10TH STATE
ATLANTA--Atlanta based AssuranceAmerica Corporation (OTCBB:ASAM) today announced that its insurance carrier has been approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Insurance to write automobile coverages in that state. According to The National Association of Insurance Commissioners, Pennsylvania generates almost $8 billio ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Ford Motor Company Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, KDKA-TV, the CBS affiliate in Pittsburgh, and Westfield Insurance, a regional company headquartered in Westfield Center, Ohio, have launched a partnership to assist young drivers in the Pittsburgh ar ... Continue reading
Head and Neck Restraint Device Gets the Green Flag
SFI 38.1-certified Hutchens Hybrid approved by NASCAR as available option for drivers beginning July 13 MOORESVILLE, N.C., Feb 7 -- Safety Solutions and LFT Technologies today announced the approval by NASCAR of their new Hutchens Hybrid (Hybrid) head and neck restraint as an available option for all NASCAR touring ser ... Continue reading
Infinite Networks Announces Race to be Rescheduled
LAS VEGAS--Infinite Networks Corporation (Pink Sheets: INNX) CET, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary, announced today the race set for next week has been postponed. The announcement was made by John W. Bush, President of Infinite Networks Corporation. In an interview Bush stated, “Mr. Solaroli is more determined than eve ... Continue reading
American Le Mans Series Showcases Technology and Performance
World-class brand of motorsport to switch to ethanol-enriched fuel HILLIARD, Ohio, Feb. 7 -- The American Le Mans Series continues its tradition of excellence and leading edge technology with its decision to use ethanol-enriched fuel for the 2007 racing season. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061117/CGF027 ... Continue reading
Densham - Pomonoa 1 - pre-race
News From Densham Motorsports Torco Racing Fuels / Racebricks / Skull Shine / Knoll Gas / Snap-on Tools Mach Series Accelerator Fuel Additive CONTACT: Don Armstrong 713-202-4849 DonHouTx@earthlink.com Densham enters first race of 2007 season with renewed enthusiasm POMONA, Calif. (Feb. 7) - The world’s fastest s ... Continue reading
NASCARmedia.com Web-site for Bay Area-Sacramento Press
Media: With the start of the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series season right around the corner, I wanted to remind you of NASCAR's media Web-site - www.nascarmedia.com <http://www.nascarmedia.com/> . This site provides invaluable content and information for print, radio and TV outlets, including: - The latest NASCAR news and pre ... Continue reading
New Series: Yokohama Drivers Cup USA
The PDF file included is absolutely safe -- it CANNOT include viruses. ... Continue reading
Escalade Mobil 1 Selected by Cadillac as Factory Fill Motor Oil for All 2008 Cadillac and DTS Models
FAIRFAX, Va.--ExxonMobil today announced that Mobil 1, the world's leading synthetic motor oil, has been selected by Cadillac as the factory fill motor oil for its 2008 Cadillac Escalade and DTS models, making Mobil 1 standard equipment in every new 2008 Cadillac vehicle that rolls off of the production line. "Cadillac ... Continue reading
Consumer Guide Magazine Winners Chicago Auto Show Awards
CONSUMER GUIDE® AUTOMOTIVE ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF SECOND ANNUAL CHICAGO AUTO SHOW AWARDS 2008 PONTIAC G8 & 2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER NAMED MOST SIGNIFICANT NEW CAR AND TRUCK INTRODUCTIONS CHICAGO â February 9, 2007 â Consumer Guide Automotive, the definitive source for new and used car reviews, announced today ... Continue reading
PRIMEDIA Acquires Modified Automotive Media Group
NEW YORK--PRIMEDIA Inc. , America's leading targeted media company, today announced that its Enthusiast Media Segment acquired Toronto-based VerticalScope Inc.âs Modified Automotive Group (MAG), publisher of Modified Magazine, Modified Luxury & Exotics Magazine, Modified Mustangs Magazine, and their related event ... Continue reading
Rising Stars in Global Automotive Design Compete for more than $350,000 in Prizes SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Feb. 7 -- Autodesk, Inc. today announced its sponsorship of the 2007 World Automotive Design Competition (WADC), a student competition hosted by the Canadian International AutoShow (CIAS). This year's challenge (http:/ ... Continue reading
Honda Racing F1 Team - Jerez Test Report
JEREZ, SPAIN 08 FEBRUARY END OF TEST REPORT The Honda Racing F1 Team today completed a three-day test at the Jerez circuit in southern Spain. Whilst Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello concentrated on the continued development of the new RA107 car, Christian Klien rounded off the test programme for last year's RA106. ... Continue reading
Bandag, Incorporated Reports 4th Quarter EPS of $0.57
Bandag, Incorporated Flash Results (Numbers in Millions, Except Per Share Data) Q4 2006 Q4 2005 12 Months 12 Months 2006 2005 Net sales $253.7 $252.3 $973.6 $914.6 Earnings from continuing operations $11.2 $12.1 $36.6* $49.5 Diluted EPS from continuing operations $0.57 $0.62 $1.87* $2.52 *Before loss from discontinued ... Continue reading
Subaru Southwest Region Sales Off to Record Start
-- Region posts best January sales; leads the nation in Impreza WRX and STI sales -- AURORA, Colo., Feb. 7 -- Subaru of America, Inc. reported January sales totaling 12,074 total units. The Subaru Southwest Region contributed a record month with 1,607 units, up four percent over the same period last year. (Logo: http:/ ... Continue reading
2007 Chicago Auto Show Highlights
Washington DC February 8, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that The Chicago Auto Show began media previews yesterday and will open to the public Friday. USA Today reports a number of imports will be headline grabbers. Volkswagen will display a reprised cult model, the R32, which it hopes will be a technology showpie ... Continue reading
Jerry Haas Race Cars to Sponsor NHRA Div. 5 Top Sportsman
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Rob Park, NHRA West Central Division (816) 795-8055 JERRY HAAS RACE CARS AND NHRA WEST CENTRAL DIVISION JOIN FORCES FOR TOP SPORTSMAN SERIES KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Feb. 5, 2007) -Jerry Haas Race Cars, drag racing's most honored chassis builder with an unprecedented 13 Car Craft Magazine All-St ... Continue reading
Flexsteel Announces Second Quarter and Year-To-Date Operating Results
DUBUQUE, Iowa--Flexsteel Industries, Inc. today reported sales and earnings for its second quarter and fiscal year-to-date ended December 31, 2006. Net sales for the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2006 were $105.7 million compared to the prior year quarter of $106.3 million, a decrease of 0.6%. Net income for the cu ... Continue reading
FRONT ROW MOTORSPORTS ANNOUCNES 2007 PLANS
FRONT ROW MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCES 2007 PLANS Denver N.C. - Front Row Motorsports (FRM) announced today they will run two (2) cars during the 2007 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup season. FRM will run the #34 driven by Kevin Lepage with Randy Seals as the crew chief. For the second FRM entry, team owner Bob Jenkins has formed a partners ... Continue reading
NHRA NEWS: NHRA POWERADE SERIES ENTERS SIXTH YEAR ON CANADA'S TSN
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: NHRA Communications, (626) 914-4761 NHRA Media Center Online: http://media.nhra.com NHRA POWERade DRAG RACING SERIES ENTERS SIXTH YEAR ON TSN GLENDORA, Calif. (Feb. 7, 2007) - NHRA announced today that The Sports Network (TSN) in Canada will televise the NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series' ... Continue reading
China Threatens Growing Ohio Steel Industry
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 8 -- The Ohio Steel Council's third quarter 2006 data show increases in production and shipping as compared to the same period in 2005. Fourth quarter 2006 figures are not yet available, but they are expected to show a slight dip due to an inventory correction, which has continued into the first qu ... Continue reading
ZAP Receives Orders for 2,300 Electric Cars at NADA 2007
ZAP recruits 19 electric car dealers, receives hundreds of inquiries at nation's largest auto dealer conference SANTA ROSA, Calif., Feb. 8 -- Electric car maker ZAP (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAAP) received signed, non-cancelable purchase orders for 2,300 electric cars from 19 dealers at the National Automobile Dealers Associati ... Continue reading
Phillip McGilton A Serious Sleeper For ARCA Season Opener
Phillip McGilton A Serious Sleeper For ARCA Season Opener ââ¬ÅTeam Swaps Numbers For Guaranteed Starting Berthââ¬??? DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Thursday, February 8, 2007) - - As the 2007 ARCA RE/MAX Series opener draws near, Phillip McGilton (pronounced McJilton) hopes to draw some focus to his SI Performan ... Continue reading
Mazda Reports Third Quarter Financial Results for Fiscal Year 2006
<http://www.japancorp.net/?page_num=1> JapanCorp: Mazda Reports Third Quarter Financial Results for Fiscal Year 2006; Consolidated Operating Profit up 28 percent in the Final Year of the Mazda Momentum Plan Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 08, 2007 - (JCN Newswire) - Mazda Motor Corporation today reported its financial results for t ... Continue reading
2007 Chicago Auto Show: Continental Contest to Benefit Local Charities
Continental to Contribute More Than $25,000 CHICAGO, Feb. 7 -- Continental Automotive Systems, celebrating its growing presence in the Chicago area, today kicked off a contest called "MapHunt" at the Chicago Auto Show that will benefit local charities. The contest aims to showcase Continental's successful efforts to in ... Continue reading
ROCHESTER, N.Y.--NaturalNano, Inc. (OTCBB: NNAN) (FWB: N3N) (www.naturalnano.com), a materials science company, today announced the results of manufacturing scale testing of Pleximer, which revealed superior dispersion of halloysite nanotubes at concentrations in excess of 30% in nylon. This high dispersion led to impr ... Continue reading
Edmunds’ Inside Line Provides Chicago Auto Show Visitors’ Guide
SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Inside Line, Edmundsâ high-speed online car magazine, today introduced a visitorsâ guide for the 2007 Chicago Auto Show. Available at http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/AutoshowArticles/articleId=119345 , the guide describes automotive highlights no visitor should miss, as well as logi ... Continue reading
Eaton Announces Live Webcast Of February 22 Analyst Conference
CLEVELAND--Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation today said it will host an analyst conference on Thursday, February 22, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern time and concluding by 1:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the company’s business prospects with security analysts and institutional in ... Continue reading
Environmental Solutions Worldwide, Inc.:
CONCORD, Ontario--Environmental Solutions Worldwide, Inc. (ESW) (OTCBB:ESWW) today announced the appointment of Mr. John Dunlap, III to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Mr. Dunlap served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) from 1994 to 1999 under the appointm ... Continue reading
TI Automotive Sells its Industrial Group Businesses to an Affiliate of Sun Capital Partners, Inc.
WARREN, Mich., Feb. 8 -- TI Automotive, a leading Tier 1 supplier to major automotive manufacturers and other Tier 1 suppliers, announced today the sale of its Industrial Group businesses to an affiliate of Sun Capital Partners, Inc., a leading private investment firm focused on leveraged buyouts and other investments ... Continue reading
FREDERICK, Colo., Feb. 8 -- UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (AMEX:UQM) , a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that it has appointed Dale Stamwitz to the newly created position of Manufacturing Engineering Manager. Mr. Stamwitz will report to Vice President of Operations, Ronald Burton. "We are pleased ... Continue reading
JINZHOU CITY, China, Feb. 8 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- Wonder Auto Technology, Inc., (BULLETIN BOARD: WATG) (''Wonder Auto'' or ''the Company''), a China-based manufacturer of automotive electrical parts specifically, starters and alternators, today announced that it will conduct a conference call at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time ... Continue reading
Harley-Davidson Updates Shipment Guidance Due to Strike
MILWAUKEE, Feb. 8 -- Following six non-production days related to a strike at its largest assembly plant, Harley-Davidson, Inc. announced today that motorcycle shipments for the first quarter of the year will not meet previously established guidance. First quarter 2007 shipments of Harley-Davidson motorcycles had been ... Continue reading
RoadMedic® Key Registry: ADP, KIA Motors America, Roadside Telematics Joint Venture
See press release below: ADP, KIA MOTORS AMERICA AND ROADSIDE TELEMATICS CORP. COLLABORATE TO OPEN UP DMS FOR INDUSTRY LEADING SAFETY INNOVATION ââ¬â RoadMedicî Key Registry helps provide a seamless continuum of customer care for vehicle owners after a traffic accident ââ¬â HOFFMAN ESTATE ... Continue reading
DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 8 -- For the second year in a row, Stu Evans Lincoln Mercury Lakeside, located in Clinton Township, Mich., has been recognized as Ford Motor Co. and FordDirect's Lincoln Mercury Internet Dealer of the Year. "We are proud to name Stewart Evans and Stu Evans Lincoln Mercury Lakeside our 2006 Lincoln ... Continue reading
China Premium Lifestyle Asks for Correction on Recently Published Web Report
HONG KONG--China Premium Lifestyle Enterprise, Inc. (OTCBB:CPMM) today asked that âBetter Mousetrap Filesâ issue a correction regarding a recent report and press release published on the Internet on January 31. The report incorrectly states that China Premium Lifestyle is currently the exclusive distributor o ... Continue reading
CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- The Scion tC, the best-selling vehicle in the Scion lineup, raises the bar in the sports coupe segment as it receives sharp styling revisions, new standard equipment and safety features for 2008. Freshened Exterior and Enhanced Interior The 2008 tC is distinguished by the new Scion family front fasci ... Continue reading
2007 Chicago Auto Show: Scion Launches All-New 2008 xB
CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- Scion, from Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the all-new 2008 xB urban utility vehicle at a press conference today at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show. The xB was first introduced in early 2003 for the 2004 model year and its boxy shape became iconic to the Scion brand. "No one in the automotive ... Continue reading
2007 Chicago Auto Show: Scion Stages World Premiere of All-New 2008 xD
CHICAGO, Feb. 8 -- Scion, from Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., revealed the all-new 2008 xD five-door subcompact at a press conference today at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show. "The xD is a clever new take on the five-door urban subcompact, with style and flair to match its efficiency and utility," said Mark Templin, Scio ... Continue reading
BMW Owners are Early Adopters of New Technology and Media
BMW is one of many vehicles profiled in the Scarborough Research/Radio Advertising Bureau Automotive Study, Released at Annual Conference Today NEW YORK, Feb. 8 -- Scarborough Research, the leading local market research firm for identifying the shopping, media and lifestyle patterns of adults in the United States, find ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Viano Hold Value Better
Stuttgart, Feb 08, 2007 In the latest Schwacke Automobile Forecast Index (F-SAX) â published twice a year â the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the top luxury car whilst the Mercedes-Benz Viano leads the field in the MPV category. The F-SAX looks at models with the same mileage, comparable engine outputs and similar ... Continue reading
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 8 -- For the third year in a row, consumers will be given free test rides in Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge vehicles at Chicago Drive '07, three test tracks inside McCormick Place South during the 2007 Chicago Auto Show, Feb. 9-18. Chicago Drive '07 has two all-new elements this year: - a 16-foot ... Continue reading
2007 Chicago Auto Show: MotorWeek Awards Honda Fit 2007 Drivers' Choice 'Best of the Year'
Honda Captures Top Drivers' Choice Award at Chicago Auto Show for Second Consecutive Year GM Receives Four Awards, Entire Toyota Motor Corporation Wins 'Best Eco- Friendly,' First-Time for a Company CHICAGO, Feb. 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- MotorWeek honored the Honda Fit with the 2007 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award ... Continue reading
Toyota Develops World's First Technology for Automatically Delivering Differential Map Data to Car Navigation Systems Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 08, 2007 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation announced today that it has developed the world's first* technology for automatically delivering differential map data to car navi ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Announces Reservation Process For New R32
Strong Demand Anticipated for Limited Production Sports Model CHICAGO â February 8, 2007: Volkswagen of America, Inc. anticipates significant consumer demand for its sporty new R32 performance model, debuting today at the Chicago Auto Show. The new R32 is a reprise of the 2004 edition, which sold out its entire Un ... Continue reading
CEO of Global Tire Company Shares Vision for the Industry
In the release below and attached, the CEO of Hankook Tire, Cho Choong Hwan, shares his vision for the global tire industry in 2007. Also in the release are plans from Greg Pae, President of Hankook Tire America Corp., on how he plans to continue the success of his 7th ranked North American division. Please contact us ... Continue reading
Lonnie Arima Joins NAVTEQ as Vice President & General Manager, Consumer Applications, Americas
CHICAGO, Feb. 7 -- NAVTEQ , a leading global provider of digital maps for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, today announced the appointment of Lonnie Arima as Vice President & General Manager, Consumer Applications, Americas, reporting to Winston Guillory, Senior Vice President, Consumer & Enterprise. In ... Continue reading
Chrysler Executive Sees Closer Ties With Mercedes
CHICAGO, Feb 7, 2007; Reuters reported that DaimlerChrysler AG's U.S. head of product development said on Wednesday that the German-American carmaker's Detroit and Stuttgart-based units plan to share more components and platforms -- and one day could be building their vehicles in common plants. Frank Klegon, Chrysler's ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel content library (since 1996) has grown to become the world’s most extensive and complete interactive archive of automotive centric news, articles, reviews and intense event coverage, presented to viewers as Text, Video and Images.
Vehicle manufacturers and alt fuels.
