When It Comes to Buying a Car, Mom's the Word
Mother's Day Survey Reveals Safety Is Mom's #1 Purchase Consideration, Followed by Fuel Economy Majority of Respondents Drive SUVs COSTA MESA, Calif., May 8 -- NADAguides.com (www.NADAguides.com), a leading vehicle information website, today announced the results of a Mother's Day survey aimed at revealing the opinions ... Continue reading
DETROIT and ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 8 -- Harris Interactive(R), a worldwide full-service market research and consulting firm, and News/Talk WJR 760AM today announce the third annual automotive conference dubbed "Roll Out at the Ritz." The event takes place Thursday, May 18, 2006 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Grand Ba ... Continue reading
Freudenberg-NOK Team Honored with Platinum Award at Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit Gala
PLYMOUTH, Mich., May 8 -- To honor their exemplary success, dedication and collaboration, a team of Freudenberg-NOK associates recently received the Platinum Award from the Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit (MSED) at the 14th annual Detroit Gala. The team, lead by Tim Guzman, director of sales and marketing, incl ... Continue reading
NEW YORK, May 8 -- The following is being issued by Carl E. Person, Attorney: A group of 140 plaintiffs suing Wal-Mart, Sam's Club, AutoZone, Advance Auto Parts and 14 auto-parts manufacturers including General Motors and Ford Motor Co., announced that they are seeking a court ruling to be able to use the "product line ... Continue reading
Are You a Singing Star in Your Car?
National Survey Reveals More People Sing in the Car Than in the Shower MOORPARK, Calif., May 8 -- When you're driving down the road with the music turned up and your favorite tunes piping through the speakers, do you feel compelled to sing? If so, you are like the majority of Americans who tend to break out into song w ... Continue reading
Avon Police Department Reorders ICOP In-Car Video Units
LENEXA, Kan., May 8 -- ICOP Digital, Inc. , a leading provider of digital in-car video systems for law enforcement, announced today that the Avon Police Department in Indiana has reordered additional ICOP Model 20/20 units for its patrol fleet. The Department's Assistant Chief of Police, Rob Paris, noted, "The ICOP Mod ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Commends Beru For Winning 2005 Ford World Excellence Award
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 8 -- BorgWarner Inc. is pleased to announce that Beru AG, part of the BorgWarner Engine Group, has received the 2005 Ford Motor Company World Excellence Award -- Ford's highest supplier honor -- which recognizes suppliers who achieve the highest levels of cost, quality and delivery and embrace ... Continue reading
PLAINFIELD, Ind.--May 8, 2006--Brightpoint, Inc. announced today the details of its upcoming webcast and conference call for the company's 2006 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Brightpoint will hold its 2006 Annual Meeting of Shareholders ("Annual Meeting") on Thursday, May 11, 2006, at 9:00 A.M. EDT, at the Company's o ... Continue reading
Cash America Announces Addition of Daniel E. Berce to Its Board of Directors
FORT WORTH, Texas--May 8, 2006--Cash America International, Inc. announced today that at its Annual Shareholders' Meeting on April 26 the shareholders elected Daniel E. Berce to its Board of Directors. Daniel Berce has been President and Chief Executive Officer of AmeriCredit Corp. since August 2005. Prior to that, Mr. ... Continue reading
Clancy Systems International, Inc. to Market American Chariot Personal Mobility Device
DENVER--May 8, 2006--Clancy Systems International, Inc. (Pink Sheets: CLSI) has announced a strategic marketing alliance with American Chariot Company Inc. of San Leandro, California, to introduce and market its Chariot to the parking industry. American Chariot manufactures a lightweight electric vehicle designed for p ... Continue reading
DealerTrack Holdings Reports Strong First Quarter Financial Results
Revenue, EBITDA and Cash EPS Exceed Company's Estimates Company Raises Full Year Guidance LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., May 8 -- DealerTrack Holdings, Inc. today reported financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2006. Financial highlights for the quarter included the following: GAAP Results for First Quarter of 200 ... Continue reading
KANSAS CITY, Kan.--May 8, 2006--Progressive Country's Third Largest Auto Insurance Group, Progressive, Releases Local Accident Data to Mark Opening of New Service Center That Reduces Drivers' Time Managing Vehicle Repairs From About Four Days to About 15 Minutes On average, more than 65,000 car crashes happen in the Ka ... Continue reading
Directed Electronics, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2006 Conference Call
VISTA, Calif., May 8 -- 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 will report financial res ... Continue reading
Ferro Schedules Earnings Release and Conference Call for 2005 Third and Fourth Quarter Results
CLEVELAND--May 8, 2006--Ferro Corporation announced today it will release third and fourth quarter 2005 financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, May 10, 2006. A conference call to discuss the earnings will follow the release at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Participants from Ferro will include President and CE ... Continue reading
NEW YORK--May 8, 2006--According to the new Luxury Customer Experience Index survey (LCEI) from the New York-based Luxury Institute (www.LuxuryInstitute.com), Hertz edged out Enterprise Rent-a-Car as the top-rated car rental provider as rated and ranked by their own high net worth customers. Avis placed third. High net ... Continue reading
Honda Racing F1 Team Speeds Storage With DataCore Virtualization Software
Flexibility, Ease-of-Use and Top Performance Drives DataCore to the Winner's Circle for This World-Class F1 Team FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. and LONDON, May 8 -- DataCore Software today announced that the Honda Racing F1 Team, through its partnership with NCE in the UK, has deployed DataCore's SANmelody(TM) solution to achie ... Continue reading
IRVINE, Calif.--May 8, 2006--Action Media takes XM Satellite Radio's Hot Import Nights (HIN) 2006 to the Charlotte Merchandise Mart on May 13, from 5 p.m. to midnight. HIN is the nation's largest lifestyle custom car show, and this year it is taking the ultimate custom car festival to a new level by creating a show tha ... Continue reading
Insurance.com to Power Web-Based Insurance Sales With Informatica Data Integration
Leading Online Auto Insurance Company Selects Informatica PowerCenter to Drive Real-Time Customer Interactions REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 8 -- Informatica Corporation , a leading provider of data integration software, today announced that Insurance.com, the leading online auto insurance company in the U.S., has selected ... Continue reading
CHICAGO--May 8, 2006-- Kaon 3D PDF(TM) brings remarkable compression to PDF documents with 3D objects, dramatically reducing file size for easy email transmission and reduction in space requirements Kaon Interactive, Inc. (Kaon), creators of 3D interactive marketing solutions that bring products to life, today announce ... Continue reading
Maureen Martin Named Director of Alliances and Dealer Development of Mobile Productivity, Inc.
LAS VEGAS--May 8, 2006--Mobile Productivity, Inc., (MPi) a premier supplier of proprietary diagnostic, repair information and service merchandising solutions to the automotive industry, announced today the appointment of Maureen Sullivan Martin to Director of Alliance and Dealer Development. In this role she will be re ... Continue reading
Metaldyne Announces 2006 First Quarter Earnings Teleconference Date
PLYMOUTH, Mich., May 8 -- Metaldyne Corporation will hold a conference call with investors on Monday, May 15, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. EDT to discuss its 2006 first quarter financial results, provide a general business update and respond to investor questions. Metaldyne Chairman, President and CEO Timothy D. Leuliette and Ex ... Continue reading
NBA 2006 Finals Trophy Tour Launches at Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., Courtesy of Toyota and the USO
ARLINGTON, Va., May 8 -- The NBA and Toyota, in conjunction with the USO, are sending NBA Legend Clyde Drexler, one of basketball's all- time great guards, to Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., May 13 on the NBA's 2006 Finals Trophy Tour. This is the first stop on a five-base tour, which will include one-day interactive fest ... Continue reading
New Effort to Educate Californians About Pending Auto Insurance Rate Increase
Mail & Television Ads Will Urge Drivers to Contact Insurance Commissioner Garamendi and Tell Him to Drop Department's Unfair Plan SACRAMENTO, May 8 -- A diverse group of local elected officials, chambers of commerce, tax groups and insurance companies today announced that Californians to Stop Unfair Rate Increases (CSU ... Continue reading
Pep Boys' First Quarter Results Conference Call to Be Broadcast on Vcall.com
PHILADELPHIA--May 8, 2006--The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, will broadcast its quarterly conference call live on Friday, May 12 at 8:30 a.m. EDT. The call will be broadcast over the Internet at Broadcast Networks' Vcall Web site, located at http:// ... Continue reading
Ryder Honored by General Motors as a 2005 Supplier of the Year
MIAMI, May 8 -- Ryder System, Inc. , a global leader in supply chain, warehousing and transportation management solutions, today announced it was named as a General Motors Supplier of the Year for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class parts and services. The award was given during ceremonies ... Continue reading
SEMA Member Companies and Their Employees Ask Senators to Deliver Health Care Relief
WASHINGTON--May 8, 2006--Providing employees with access to affordable health care coverage is the number one legislative issue for the member companies of SEMA, the Specialty Equipment Market Association. Representing nearly 6,600 member companies with over 1 million employees, SEMA has asked the United States Senate ... Continue reading
Sports Resorts International, Inc. Announces Acquisition By Sports Resorts Acquisition Corporation
OWOSSO, Mich., May 8 -- Sports Resorts International, Inc. (the "Company") (BULLETIN BOARD: SPRI) today announced the completion of the acquisition of the Company by Sports Resorts Acquisition Corporation effective April 26, 2006. As a result of the acquisition, shares of the outstanding common stock of the Company hel ... Continue reading
State Auto Financial Announces Web cast of 2006 Annual Shareholders Meeting
COLUMBUS, Ohio--May 8, 2006--State Auto Financial Corporation announced today that the company will host a simultaneous Web cast of its 2006 Annual Shareholders Meeting on Thursday, May 18, 2006, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time. The meeting will last approximately one hour and the PowerPoint presentation that is u ... Continue reading
DETROIT, May 8 -- Saturn has a new Outlook, and an Aura and a Sky, as well. The once-revolutionary GM brand is struggling to regain its momentum, and is preparing the biggest new product blitz in its short history. This week, TheCarConnection.com, http://www.thecarconnection.com/ , takes a top-down spin in Saturn's new ... Continue reading
Transbotics Secures AGV System Order in the Automotive Industry
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--May 8, 2006--Transbotics Corporation, (OTCBB:TNSB) (www.transbotics.com), announced it received an order for an Automatic Guided Vehicle System (AGVS) from an existing customer in the automotive industry. The order, totaling approximately $1,100,000, is to be installed over approximately eight months a ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--May 8, 2006--Two Virginia students, Jonathan Nussbaum, 18, of Annandale and Caitlin Adkins, 12, of Norton were honored in the nation's capital last night for their outstanding volunteer work during the presentation of The 2006 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. The two young people - along with 100 othe ... Continue reading
Ford Freedom Award Fundraiser to Pay Tribute to Actors Ossie Davis, Morgan Freeman
Theatre founder Woodie King to receive Ford Freedom Pioneer Award DETROIT, May 8 -- Legendary actors Ossie Davis and Morgan Freeman will be honored at the 2006 Ford Freedom Award black-tie gala, which will be held on Monday, May 15 at 6 p.m. at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Proceeds from the ... Continue reading
WASHINGTON--May 8, 2006--Cummins Inc. today once again demonstrated its commitment to clean diesel technology by joining other leading engine-makers, industry groups and the EPA at an event designed to display the industry's readiness to meet the 2007 U.S. EPA on-highway emissions regulations. Ed Pence, Vice President ... Continue reading
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. Announces New Training Contract With Nissan
PHOENIX, May 8 -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc. , a provider of technical education training, announced today that the Company has signed a training contract with Nissan North America, Inc. The nine-week elective training is scheduled to begin during the summer of fiscal 2006 and is planned to be offered at the e ... Continue reading
New Harris Interactive AutoTECHCAST Europe study gauges consumer attitudes in the five largest European countries toward 61 advanced automotive technologies DETROIT and ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 8 -- A new automotive study conducted by Harris Interactive(R) in the five largest European countries shows that enhanced fuel eco ... Continue reading
Carster.com Offers $1000 to ''Car of the Month'' Winners
SEATTLE--May 8, 2006--Carster.com, the online car community for those who believe the words "love" and "car" go hand in hand, is celebrating its launch by offering one thousand dollars ($1000) for the next twelve (12) months to each member who wins the Carster.com "Car of the Month" award, while individual "Car of the ... Continue reading
Chrysler Group Wins Award for Training Excellence
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 8 -- The American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) presented DaimlerChrysler Academy (DCA), the primary training provider for Chrysler Group dealership personnel, with an Excellence in Practice Award today at the International Conference and Exposition in Dallas, Texas. ASTD is the wor ... Continue reading
Goodyear Honors 347 Associates for Inventions, Patents
AKRON, Ohio, May 8 -- The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has recognized nearly 350 of its technical associates for their inventions and innovations. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050204/GTLOGO) Among those honored are inventors responsible for standout new products including DuraSeal technology, a revolu ... Continue reading
Leading Engine and Truck Makers Demonstrate Readiness to Deliver Clean Diesel
Exhaust From New Diesel Trucks so Clean It Passes the 'White Handkerchief Test' WASHINGTON, May 8 -- "We're ready" was the message echoed today by all six leading diesel engine and truck manufacturers, as they declared themselves on-track to deliver the next generation of clean diesel technology beginning in January 20 ... Continue reading
Caterpillar Demonstrates 2007 On-Highway Engine for EPA Administrator
Caterpillar Executive Says the Company Is Ready to Meet the Challenges of 2007 Emissions Standards WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Caterpillar Inc. today committed to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that it will be ready to provide customers with on-highway truck engines that will meet the EPA's stringent 2007 emissions ... Continue reading
Diverse Coalition to Meet Clean Diesel at EPA Headquarters
Government, Industry, Trucking Community and Environmental Groups Herald the Arrival of Clean Diesel WHAT: Join EPA Administrator Stephen Johnson -- along with leaders from the Natural Resources Defense Council and American Trucking Associations -- in an opportunity to Meet Clean Diesel * View the new generation of tru ... Continue reading
BMW Unveils New Advertising Campaign
'Company of Ideas' Emphasizes BMW's Independence and Innovation WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., May 8 -- With a bold campaign featuring unexpected elements such as all-text ads and clever copy that bashes corporate convention and compromise, BMW's new campaign in the U.S. challenges conventions in automotive advertising as it la ... Continue reading
Delphi Helps Cut Refueling Costs Through Cylinder Deactivation
Cylinder deactivation allows a vehicle to go further on a tank of gas without compromising performance TROY, Mich., May 8 -- With fuel prices across the nation exceeding $3 per gallon and continuing to rise, Delphi Corp. has introduced a technology that will help reduce refueling costs by increasing efficiency. (Logo: ... Continue reading
American Railcar Industries Reports Record Revenue and Car Shipments
ST. CHARLES, Mo.--May 8, 2006--American Railcar Industries, Inc. ("ARI") today reported its first quarter financial results. For the three months ended March 31, 2006, sales were $178.7 million and the net earnings attributable to common stock was $6.7 million or $0.35 per diluted share. The Company's results for this ... Continue reading
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--May 8, 2006--Grand Rapids Community College and Kettering University in Flint have teamed up for an event designed to identify global economic challenges and provide inspiration, direction and practical information for West Michigan manufacturers as they respond to changing economics. "Leveraging I ... Continue reading
New Wolfson High Voltage Audio DACs Reduce Cost In DVD Players and Recorders
EDINBURGH, Scotland--May 8, 2006--Wolfson Microelectronics plc (LSE:WLF.L) today announced a new cost-saving technology in multi-channel DACs for DVD players and recorders. The WM8522 and WM8501 provide high-performance audio and integrate 1.7Vrms line drivers. Standard audio DACs output between 0.7 and 1Vrms, which is ... Continue reading
Scania: Scania's CFO has Decided to Leave the Company
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--May 8, 2006---Jan Gurander, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Scania (STO:SCVA)(STO:SCVB) has decided to leave his position within the group. Jan Gurander was employed by Scania in 1995 as head of Treasury. He was recruited from a similar position with Investor AB. In 1998, he was appointed Finance di ... Continue reading
National Vehicle Leasing Association Announces its Annual Conference
PHILADELPHIA--May 8, 2006--The National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA) announces that its Annual Conference Exposition and Auto Show will take place June 7th - 10th, 2006 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Conference Center on Lake Grapevine, just minutes from DFW Airport. As your "Your Partner for the Future!" the NV ... Continue reading
Transit TV Experiences an Increase in Viewership as Gas Prices Continue to Skyrocket
LOS ANGELES--May 8, 2006--In light of recent gas hikes across the country, increasing numbers of commuters have opted to take public transportation to save money, triggering viewership numbers to rise for Transit TV, the largest broadcast network specifically targeting transit riders across North America. According to ... Continue reading
SAN RAMON, Calif.--May 8, 2006-- Dealers See Measurable Improvements in Sales, F&I, and Service MediaTrac, the market leader in automotive service reward programs, today announced that dealerships across all major automotive brands including Acura, BMW, Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Honda, Toyota, Infinity and others ar ... Continue reading
AAA Show Your Card & Save Program Saves Members More Than $513 Million in 2005
ORLANDO, Fla.--May 8, 2006--AAA members put their membership cards to work in 2005, saving over $513 million on everything from computers and shoes to prescription drugs and theme park tickets. With the Show Your Card & Save(R) discount purchasing program, AAA members can save on products and services when they show th ... Continue reading
FMCSA Report to Congress Labels Lane and Roadway Departures as Leading Causes in Large Truck Crashes
ANAHEIM, Calif.--May 8, 2006--Iteris Inc. (AMEX:ITI), a leader in vision-based technologies and Intelligent Transportation Systems that optimize traffic flow and enhance driver safety, today announced that the results of a study conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) strongly validates the ... Continue reading
FAST Drives Powersearch Capabilities for AutoTrader.com
OSLO, Norway and NEEDHAM, Mass.--May 8, 2006-- FAST ESP Creates Optimum Buying Experience for No. 1 Internet Auto Classifieds Site Fast Search & Transfer(TM) (FAST(TM)), the leading developer of enterprise search technologies and solutions, today announced that AutoTrader.com, the Internet's leading auto classifieds ma ... Continue reading
'Counter-Balanced Motion' Sliding Seat Performans Well In Crash Tests
CONCORD, Mass.--May 8, 2006--A West Coast development team has used SolidWorks(R) software to design and analyze a new seat that could double the safety of cars in head-on collisions. Several car companies and seating manufacturers are presently testing the seat, which operates on the same principle as a porch glider - ... Continue reading
Trade Protection Plan Receives Formal Approval in the State of California
IRVING, Texas--May 8, 2006--EFG Agency Services, a leading provider of innovative Finance & Insurance products and services to retail dealerships through general and independent agents, has received approval for the distribution of the Trade Protection Plan(TM) (TPP) by MAP(1) in the State of California. The Trade Prot ... Continue reading
Ener1 Batteries to Provide More Power in Less Space for Hybrid Cars
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--May 8, 2006--ENER1 Inc., (OTC/BB: ENEI), an alternative energy company, announced today that its senior management team will present the company's technology at the 2nd Annual Merriman Curhan Ford & Co., Next Generation Energy Conference, to be held at the Essex House in New York City on May 15, ... Continue reading
Tele Atlas and Inrix Expand Partnership to Speed Delivery of Next-Generation Traffic Services
Companies to Collaborate on Traffic Data Aggregation, Traffic Operations Management for Delivery of Enhanced Tele Atlas Solutions PHILADELPHIA, May 8 -- Tele Atlas and Inrix, Inc. announced today at ITS America that the companies are significantly extending their collaboration to deliver next-generation traffic service ... Continue reading
Volvo IT Renews Agreement with Ford-Owned Volvo Car Corporation
STOCKHOLM, Sweden--May 8, 2006--AB Volvo's subsidiary, Volvo IT, is signing a new three-year agreement involving all mainframe operations for Ford-owned Volvo Cars. The agreement represents the continuation of a 40-year partnership. Volvo Cars uses mainframe systems for the design of new cars, production at its plants ... Continue reading
Automotive Hall of Fame Features Work by Watercolor Artist Richard Lewis
DEARBORN, Mich., May 8 -- The distinctive work of automotive watercolor artist Richard Lewis is now on display at the Automotive Hall of Fame in Dearborn. Lewis' paintings look beyond merely the shell of the automobile, capturing not only the form of the automobile, but the reflections and subtle shades created by thos ... Continue reading
2006 Clean Cities Congress and Expo Opens Today
The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute is joined by Valley of the Sun and Tucson Regional Clean Cities in presenting the Clean Cities Congress and Expo 2006. Fueling Economic Solutions is both the theme and focal point as our presenters and exhibitors drive home the business case for alternative fuels. This Congress fe ... Continue reading
Ford Announces Austrailian Initiatives
Ford Australia has announced a new strategic direction for the company, including significant investment in new projects and accompanying facilities, totalling more than AUD1.8 billion over the next decade. The company's Product Development team will take an enhanced role as an engineering and design 'centre of excelle ... Continue reading
NHRA Top Fueler Doug Kalitta Wins Again in Atlanta; Repeats His Repeat of 2005
COMMERCE, Ga. (May 7, 2006) â Deja vu...again. For the second consecutive season, Doug Kalitta, driver of the bright red, 7,000 horsepower Mac Tools Top Fuel dragster, won the rain-delayed Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Southern Nationals at Atlanta Dragway in Commerce, Ga., northeast of downtown Atlanta, Sunday. Do ... Continue reading
In-Depth Profiles of Asian Pacific Region Companies Ranked in the 2005 Fortune Global 500 List
DUBLIN, Ireland--May 7, 2006--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c36616) has announced the addition of Asia Pacific - Fortune Global 2005 Company Profiles to their offering. This report provides in-depth company profiles for companies operating in Asia Pacific as ranked in the 2005 Fortune ... Continue reading
Drama and Excitement Build As The 2006 KISS Series Is Ready To Open
May 8, 2006 - With the first event of the 2006 King of Indiana Sprint Series (KISS) unloading at I-69/Gas City Speedway this week, the stage has been set for another dramatic sprint car thrill ride. Shane Cottle and Jon Stanbrough, the 2004 King, are topping the early season sprint car headlines in the Hoosier State an ... Continue reading
Kimmel Wins Wild Winchester Short Track War
WINCHESTER, IN (5-7-06)-Frank Kimmel, in the no. 46 Pork the Other White Meat Ford, nudged past TJ Bell on the last turn of the last lap Sunday to win his fifth career ARCA RE/MAX Series victory at Winchester Speedway in the ARCA 200 presented by Construct Corps. "With all the cautions and the way everything went, we j ... Continue reading
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