Cottman Transmission and AAMCO Transmissions Combine
Deal Creates Nationwide First Stop for Transmission and Complete Car Care Services HORSHAM, Pa., March 8 -- Cottman Transmission today announced its combination with AAMCO Transmissions, forming one of the country's largest complete car care companies, with more than 1,100 locations throughout the United States. The co ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler's Toluca Assembly Plant Marks 1 Millionth Chrysler PT
TOLUCA, Mexico, March 8 -- To the cheers of a large crowd made up of DaimlerChrysler Toluca Assembly Plant employees and invited guests, Chrysler Group Chief Operating Officer Eric Ridenour announced that the Toluca facility recently reached a major milestone: the production of the 1 millionth Chrysler PT Cruiser. The ... Continue reading
California New Car Sales Reach $102 Billion in 2005
SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 8 -- The California Motor Car Dealers Association (CMCDA) announced that California's franchised new car dealers were a major contributor to California's economy in 2005, generating 19% of all retail sales in the state, and will be an integral part of its economic success in the future, accord ... Continue reading
Toyo Tires Increases Sponsorship of Ultimate Fighting Championship
CYPRESS, Calif., March 8 -- Toyo Tires(R), the "Official Tire of the Ultimate Fighting Championship(R)," announces an increase in their sponsorship support of the exciting combat sports series. UFC(R) boasts an international contingent of fighters that do battle in The Octagon(TM), a ring that keeps opponents always in ... Continue reading
VW Chief Plans to Hang On to Post with an Eye Towards Reviving VW Brand
Washington DC March 8, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Volkswagen's chief Bernd Pischetsrieder announced his plans to take the VW brand into the future – beyond his contract's expiration in 2007 -- with lower costs and exciting vehicles yesterday in an annual news conference, according to BusinessWeek. Pisch ... Continue reading
WhereNet verstärkt europäische Präsenz, starke Nachfrage nach aktiven RFID-Lösungen verleiht Impulse
ANTWERPEN, Belgien, March 8 -- - Erweiterung von WhereNet-Anwendungen bei BMW und neue Implementierungen in grossen europäischen Logistikzentren führten zu einem starken Wachstum im Jahr 2005 WhereNet Corp., führender Anbieter mobiler Lösungen zur Verfolgung und Verwaltung von Gütern, meldete heute die bedeutend v ... Continue reading
44 CBL Malls Offer Exclusive Coca-Cola Racing Experience for Second Consecutive Year
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.--March 8, 2006-- Kyle Petty drops the green flag on interactive race activities and offers fans a chance to join the Coca-Cola Racing Experience CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. and Coca-Cola have teamed up for a second year to bring the exclusive Coca-Cola Racing Experience tour to 44 CBL malls acr ... Continue reading
BURNSVILLE, Minn.--March 8, 2006--AAA, one of the nation's leading consumer organizations for "all things automotive," has selected its top cars for 2006 in 13 distinct categories, including "Cool Car of the Year." They are: Category Car EPA Miles Per Gallon -------- --- -------------------- ((a)estimated city/highway) ... Continue reading
AppOne Integrates Web-based Origination Platform with Crescent Bank & Trust's Loan Processing System
BATON ROUGE, La.--March 8, 2006--AppOne, an Internet-based financial technology services company that connects independent auto dealers with lenders, announced the integration of MOSES, its Web-based loan origination platform with Crescent Bank & Trust's loan processing system, Daybreak Lending Suite, which is provided ... Continue reading
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.--March 8, 2006--ASV, Inc. today reported results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2005. Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2005 increased 37% to $66.0 million, compared to $48.1 million for the same period in 2004. Assisted by a 246 basis point improvement in its gross prof ... Continue reading
Budget Puts Renters in the Fastbreak Winner's Circle
Tell Us Your Time-Saving Tips; Win a Free Trip to the Track PARSIPPANY, N.J., March 8 -- Budget Rent A Car System, Inc., the official rental car company of the National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) and Breeders' Cup, today announced the launch of the Fastbreak(R) Winner's Circle contest. NTRA and Budget are a ... Continue reading
SAN RAMON, Calif.--March 8, 2006--Chevron Products Company, a leading provider of engine oils, lubricants, coolants and related services, today introduced two new metalworking fluids - one a full-synthetic and the other a semi-synthetic - to its line of industrial lubricants. The products, to be marketed as Chevron HiP ... Continue reading
Consolidated Biofuels Receives Initial Round of Financing
DALLAS--March 8, 2006--Consolidated Biofuels, Inc. (OTC:CSBF), an alternative fuel company, announced yesterday that it received an initial $220,000 from a private placement of the Company's common stock. The Company issued 547,500 shares of stock at $0.40 per share and 191,625 warrants with an exercise price of $0.60 ... Continue reading
FAIRFAX, Va.--March 8, 2006--As consumers continue to place high importance on fuel economy, the demand for hybrid and smaller gasoline-powered vehicles is on the rise. To meet the needs of these more fuel-efficient vehicles, ExxonMobil has reintroduced Mobil 1(R) 0W-20 to its Mobil 1 motor oil line. Mobil 1 0W-20 is a ... Continue reading
WALTHAM, Mass.--March 8, 2006--Proficiency, the leader in OEM & Supplier Product Data Integration, today announced that Dr. Richard Riff, Henry Ford technical fellow at the Ford Motor Company, has joined the company's Board of Directors. Dr. Riff is the Director of Ford's Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Digital ... Continue reading
Haldex: Dana Has Filed for Chapter 11
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--March 8, 2006--On Friday March 3, 2006, Dana Corporation announced that their North American operations had filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 as from this date, which means that they are protected against creditors. Haldex exposure in form of outstanding receivables amount to approx. 30 MSEK. ... Continue reading
Lear Records $6 Million Adjustment, Reducing 2005 Financial Results
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., March 8 -- Subsequent to the company's original earnings announcement on January 25, 2006, Lear was advised by a major customer of retroactive pricing adjustments associated with a particular vehicle program for shipments made prior to 2006. Certain payments due to Lear in 2006 were withheld as a res ... Continue reading
LoJack Corp. to Present at the New York Society Of Security Analysts' Conference March 14, 2006
WESTWOOD, Mass., March 8 -- LoJack Corporation , the leading provider of tracking and recovery systems for stolen mobile assets, announced today that Joseph F. Abely, Chief Executive Officer, will deliver a presentation at the New York Society of Security Analysts' 2006 Homeland Security & Defense Industry Conference o ... Continue reading
Marvin Appointed COO of MTI Micro
ALBANY, N.Y., March 8 -- MTI MicroFuel Cells Inc. (MTI Micro), the developer of the award-winning Mobion(R) micro fuel cell technology for handheld electronic devices, announced today the appointment of Russel Marvin to Chief Operating Officer. Marvin, who has served as Vice President of Engineering since April of 2005 ... Continue reading
Porsche Financial Services Selects Experian-Scorex to Help it Connect to its Customers
COSTA MESA, Calif., March 8 -- Porsche Financial Services GmbH (PFS) has announced that it plans to strengthen its financial management with the implementation of the Connect+(SM) solution from Experian-Scorex. Connect+ will be used in the new business application process to enable PFS to obtain up-to-date customer inf ... Continue reading
ProQuest 10-K Filing for Fiscal 2005 Will Be Delayed
Earnings Release Also Delayed Pending Audited 2005 Financials ANN ARBOR, Mich., March 8 -- ProQuest Company , a publisher of information and education solutions, today announced that as a result of the ongoing review related to its previously announced earnings restatement, it will not file its Form 10-K for the fiscal ... Continue reading
Shell 'FuelStretch' Initiative Helps Drivers Get the Most Out of Every Gasoline Purchase
Driving Duo Puts FuelStretch Driving Tips to the Test, Filling Up Only 15 Times During First 45 Days of Guinness World Record Lowest Fuel Consumption Attempt HOUSTON, March 8 -- Drivers looking to get the most out of every gasoline purchase can get helpful hints from Shell "FuelStretch," a new program being offered at ... Continue reading
The Toro Company to Webcast Its Annual Meeting of Stockholders
BLOOMINGTON, Minn., March 8 -- The Toro Company today announced it will offer a live, listen-only webcast of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on Tuesday, March 14, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. Central Time. The webcast is available in the "Investor Information" section of the company's corporate website: http://www.thetorocompa ... Continue reading
FOREST CITY, Iowa--March 8, 2006--Winnebago Industries, Inc. , the nation's leading manufacturer of motor homes, will host a conference call on Thursday, March 16, 2006 at 10 am ET to discuss the financial results for its second quarter of fiscal 2006 ended February 25, 2006. The Company will release its financial resu ... Continue reading
ZAP Now Listed on New York Stock Exchange Arca (NYSE Arca: ZP)
NEW YORK, March 8 -- Automotive pioneer ZAP (PCX: ZP; NYSE Arca: ZP) announced today that, following a merger between the New York Stock Exchange Group and Archipelago Holdings, Inc., the Company's stock will change from PCX: ZP to NYSE Arca: ZP. An all-electronic stock exchange, Archipelago will become a wholly owned ... Continue reading
Ford Fuels Environmental Change In The Midwest
New Ethanol Corridor Gives Consumers Green Fuel Alternative <p>Los Angeles – March 8, 2006: When Ford Motor Company needed an alternative fuel source to help power its ongoing commitment to vehicles that run on clean and renewable energy, it turned to an unlikely source: America’s farmland. </p> <p>Specific ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler Announces $1 Billion Investment in Mexican Operations
* Investment in Toluca Assembly Plant will improve manufacturing flexibility * New industrial parks will focus on modular assembly systems * Toluca Assembly Plant celebrates production of 1 millionth Chrysler PT Cruiser TOLUCA, Mexico, March 8 -- DaimlerChrysler announced today a $1 billion investment in its Mexican Ma ... Continue reading
Nissan Announces Executive Changes in North America
TOKYO--March 8, 2006--Nissan today announced changes to its senior leadership team in North America, aimed at furthering the company's drive to sustaining long term profitable growth. Related changes to specific senior positions in Nissan Europe are also announced. "We face significant challenges in an increasingly com ... Continue reading
BURNSVILLE, Minn.--March 8, 2006--AAA, one of the nation's leading consumer organizations for "all things automotive," has selected its top cars for 2006 in 13 distinct categories, including "Cool Car of the Year." They are: Category Car EPA Miles Per Gallon -------- --- -------------------- ((a)estimated city/highway) ... Continue reading
Amerigon Ships Two Millionth Climate Control Seat(TM) (CCS(TM)) System
Only Actively Heated and Cooled Seat System Available in Global Automotive Market; Currently Featured in 20 Vehicles by Five Leading Automotive Manufacturers DEARBORN, Mich., March 8 -- Amerigon Incorporated , a leader in developing products based on advanced thermoelectric (TE) technologies for a wide range of global ... Continue reading
Gentex Glare-Eliminating Mirror System Standard on New Infiniti
ZEELAND, Mich., March 8 -- Gentex Corporation , the leading supplier of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors to the worldwide automotive industry, announced today that it is shipping a three-mirror, automatic-dimming system for the 2006 Infiniti QX56. It is the first Infiniti vehicle to offer a complete glare-eliminating ... Continue reading
As Nissan North America Moves South, Major Changes are Announced at Executive Level
Washington DC March 8, 2006; The AIADA newsletter reported that Nissan is continuing its shift in North America, with new models coming down the pipeline and plans to move its NA headquarters to Tennessee. On Wednesday, a series of changes to its senior leadership team were announced, including the retirement of Senior ... Continue reading
All New Ford Ranger Makes World Debut in Thailand
<p>The All New Ford Ranger makes its world debut in Thailand at the Bangkok International Motor Show. The All New Ford Ranger shares the bold "Built Ford Tough" design features with the American Ford F-series pickup, the best selling truck in the world for 29 consecutive years. The All New Ford Ranger’s powerful ... Continue reading
2006 MINI Cooper Convertible Takes Top Honors In 3 Strategic Vision Surveys
Fourth Year In A Row A Mini Tops Its Category In 3 Surveys *Total Quality Award TM *Total Value Award (TM) *Most Delightful Vehicle Award in "Convertible Under $30,000" Woodcliff Lake, NJ - March 08, 2006: The 2006 MINI Cooper Convertible has been bestowed three distinct honors in the latest Strategic Vision Annual Veh ... Continue reading
Car Makers and Fuel Suppliers Unite to Promote Synthetic Fuels in Europe
Brussels - March 8, 2006: The Alliance for Synthetic Fuels in Europe (ASFE) will be launched yesterday at a conference held in Brussels and attended by European Commissioners Günter Verheugen and Andris Piebalgs and Austrian Minister for Environment Josef Pröll, leading automotive manufacturers and fuel supply compan ... Continue reading
GM Announces Restructuring of its U.S. Salaried Retirement Benefits
New Defined Contribution Plan for Employees Hired on or After Jan. 1, 2001 New Defined Benefit Formula for Employees Hired Before Jan. 1, 2001 Changes to Reduce Financial Risks, Annual Pension Expense DETROIT - March 8, 2006: General Motors Corp. announced yesterday modifications to its pension and other benefits for U ... Continue reading
Ford Motor Indonesia Launches The New Ford Ranger SORV
Ford introduces the Ford Ranger Severe Off-Road Vehicle (SORV), an extra tough Double Cabin Pick-Up for areas with difficult terrain <p>BALIKPAPAN - March 8, 2006: Ford Motor Indonesia (FMI) officially launched the New Ford Ranger Severe Off Road Vehicle (SORV) – the only tough double cab pick up in the Indonesia ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor Announces Sale of Light Vehicle Aftermarket Exhaust Business in North America
TROY, Mich., March 7 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. today announced that it has sold its North American Light Vehicle Aftermarket (LVA) exhaust business based in Loudon, Tenn. and Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada, to IMCO (International Muffler Company), a producer of aftermarket exhaust systems and components based in Schulenbur ... Continue reading
Midas, Inc. Elects Alan D. Feldman President and CEO
ITASCA, Ill.--March 7, 2006--At its quarterly meeting today, the board of directors of Midas, Inc. elected Alan D. Feldman, 54, president and chief executive officer since joining the company in January 2003, to the additional post of chairman. He will succeed Robert R. Schoeberl, 70, who has served as chairman since S ... Continue reading
Irwindale Speedway Tickets Available Online
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Kevin O'Brien (626) 358-1100 IRWINDALE SPEEDWAY TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE IRWINDALE, Calif. (March 7, 2006) - Buying tickets for Irwindale Speedway motor racing events just got easier. Irwindale Speedway has entered into an agreement with Extremetix, Inc., a Houston, Texas based company wh ... Continue reading
SEMA - "Stop Counterfeiting in Manufactured Goods Act" (H.R. 32)
WASHINGTON--March 7, 2006--SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association, commended Congress for taking an important step in the global battle against counterfeiting. Today the U.S. House of Representatives completed action on the "Stop Counterfeiting in Manufactured Goods Act" (H.R. 32), which will provide addition ... Continue reading
AutoZone / Kenny Wallace LAS VEGAS Pre-Race Report
Please find the AutoZone / Kenny Wallace LAS VEGAS pre-race report text below. You can also access the document in its entirety, along with high-res images and up to the minute information, at _www.ppcracing.com/media_ (http://www.ppcracing.com/media) . Thanks! Kenny Wallace #22 AutoZone Ford Fusion Sam’ ... Continue reading
Chrome(R) Announces Addition of Configuration Logic to New Vehicle Data(TM)
Chrome Transforms Vehicle Data into 'Vehicle Knowledge' PORTLAND, Ore., March 7 -- Chrome Systems Inc. today announced a new version of its New Vehicle Data product that, for the first time ever, includes the detailed logic that governs a vehicle's optional equipment. This new offering allows Chrome customers to build ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky Names Its Top Volunteers of the Year
TMMK Honors Its Top Five Volunteers for 2005 Georgetown, KY - March 8, 2006: "Every team member who participates as a volunteer has earned and deserves our deepest respect and admiration, praised Gary Convis, President of Toyota's Georgetown plant. "They represent the best of our company, and the best of our community. ... Continue reading
The World's Largest Democracy To Meet The World's Largest Automotive Information Resource
Auto Central – March 8, 2006: Yesterday, The Auto Channel previewed the preliminary webpages for its soon-to-be unveiled Indian-centric edition, TheAutoChannelIndia.com. The presentation was made to company insiders during a live national web conference. “TheAutoChannelIndia.com will focus on India’s ... Continue reading
Holden Captiva - The New SUV to Captivate Australia
Holden’s new sports utility vehicle will be called Captiva and powered by an advanced new 3.2-litre Global V6 all-alloy engine made in Port Melbourne. Holden today released the name and first images of the new production car to coincide with Captiva’s global debut at the Geneva Motor Show. GM Holden Chairma ... Continue reading
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