Allied Holdings Files Plan With Amex to Meet Continued Listing Standards
DECATUR, Ga., Dec. 9 -- Allied Holdings, Inc. (AMEX:AHI) announced today that it has filed with The American Stock Exchange ("Amex") a plan for Allied to regain compliance with Section 1003(d) of the Amex Company Guide. Allied submitted the plan to the Amex on December 4, 2004 in response to the Amex's letter, dated No ... Continue reading
AutoZone to Hold Stockholders' Meeting December 16
MEMPHIS, Tenn., Dec. 9 -- AutoZone , the nation's leading auto parts retailer, will hold its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on December 16, 2004 at the J.R. Hyde III Store Support Center in Memphis, Tennessee. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. (EST). Additionally, this event will be webcast and can be accessed, along ... Continue reading
CARROLL SHELBY FOUNDATION FORMS A NEW “TEAM COBRA” TO RAISE FUNDS FOR CHILDREN’S ORGAN TRANSPLANTS
GARDENA, Calif., December 9, 2004 – The Carroll Shelby Children’s FoundationÔ has re-opened membership in Team Cobra 2000, an exclusive group of Cobra enthusiasts who support the children’s organ transplant charity through generous donations. For the first time since its inception in 2000, Team Cobra ... Continue reading
BMW BEST VALUE LUXURY BRAND BY AUTOMOTIVE LEASE GUIDE
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - December 8, 2004... Automotive Lease Guide announced that BMW has received its 2005 Residual Value Award for the highest predicted retained value of any luxury brand. The ALG study focused on residual over the entire portfolio of vehicles within a brand. Residual performance, new vehicle pricing, i ... Continue reading
MINI Top's in Residual Value Research - Highest Projected Resale Value in Compact Car Segment
Woodcliff Lake, NJ - December 8th, 2004... Automotive Lease Guide has awarded MINI a top spot in their annual 2005 Residual Value Awards for the third year in a row. With the highest projected resale value in the compact car segment, the 2005 MINI Cooper is predicted to retain 61% percent of its value at the end of a 3 ... Continue reading
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (UTI) Chooses the Sacramento Region for its New Campus
After one year of intense, collaborative work between the Sacramento Area Commerce & Trade Organization (SACTO) and other financial, real estate, regulatory and legal partners, Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (UTI), a trade school that specializes in auto technology, has signed a deal to open a 22.5 acre undergradu ... Continue reading
Mazda Anuncia Red Oficial de Ventas en México
CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, 9 de diciembre /PR Newswire/ -- Mazda Motor Corporation anunció hoy que comenzará a vender vehículos en México bajo una empresa recientemente formada, "Mazda Motor de México". Los vehículos se venderán a través de una extensa red de concesionarias independientes y estarán respaldados por un ... Continue reading
Redatores de Negócios/Alta Tecnologia/Repórteres de Corridas de Automóveis HINWIL, SuÃça - (BUSINESS WIRE LATIN AMERICA)--9 de dezembro de 2004-- Utilizando a tecnologia fornecida pela AMD , a equipe de Fórmula Um Sauber Petronas lançou seu novo supercomputador em sua sede em Hinwil, SuÃça. O ... Continue reading
PARIS, December 9 -- La innovadora tecnología de interior de Visteon Corporation provee un interior uniforme único al nuevo Renault Modus. En esta primera aplicación comercial a nivel europeo que hace uso del TPO termo formado negativo de Visteon, se han mantenido el mismo aspecto y tacto, creando así armonía y eq ... Continue reading
FOREST CITY, Iowa--Dec. 9, 2004--Winnebago Industries, Inc. , the nation's leading manufacturer of motor homes, will host a conference call on Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 10 am ET to discuss the financial results of its first quarter of fiscal 2005 ended November 27, 2004. The Company will release its financial res ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Dec. 9 -- Six finalists for the North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards will be unveiled live AND Dr. David E. Cole will deliver a keynote speech as the Detroit Economic Club (DEC) and North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) co-host a brunch for its members and guests. The event will take place ... Continue reading
Global Entertainment Corp. Subsidiary Cragar Industries Inc. Signs Two Licensing Agreements
PHOENIX--Dec. 9, 2004--Global Entertainment Corp. (OTCBB: GECO), an integrated entertainment company, today announced its subsidiary, Cragar Industries Inc. (Cragar), has signed two licensing agreements that will further expand the well-known CRAGAR brand name beyond its familiar position in the wheel industry. The agr ... Continue reading
AMD Opteron Processor-Powered Supercomputer Helps Propel F1 Team
HINWIL, Switzerland--Dec. 9, 2004--Using technology provided by AMD , Formula One team Sauber Petronas today launched its new supercomputer at the team's headquarters in Hinwil, Switzerland. This groundbreaking supercomputer, powered by more than 500 AMD Opteron(TM) processors and one of the most advanced in Formula On ... Continue reading
New Energy Forecast Reaffirms Diesel's Potential in U.S. Market
WASHINGTON, Dec. 9 -- A growing number of American consumers may find relief from today's Energy Information Administration (EIA) prediction of steadily increasing demand and price volatility thanks to a new generation of diesel cars, trucks and SUVs that deliver power and performance, but sip 20 to 40 percent less fue ... Continue reading
Auto-Dispatch, Post Your Cars for Faster Service and Lower Prices
CalCruising Online Car Auctions Announces the Opening of 'Auto-Dispatch' This New Site Addition Is for Consumers, Dealers, Collector and Wholesalers Who Need to Ship Their Cars Within the United States and Canada SAN DIEGO, Dec. 9 -- CalCruising Online Car Auctions announces the opening of "Auto-Dispatch" www.auto-disp ... Continue reading
RALEIGH, N.C.--Dec. 9, 2004--American business's ability to strengthen its exporting skills will play a key role in the country's economic future, UPS International President David Abney will say in a keynote address tonight at the National Forum on Trade Policy hosted by Duke University, the University of North Caroli ... Continue reading
HOUSTON, Dec. 9 -- This week Shell Oil Products US and Motiva Enterprises LLC, the companies that market the Shell brand in the United States, awarded each of 10 Daytona residents with a one-year supply of Shell gasoline. The residents were recognized for demonstrating exceptional acts of kindness and generosity to fel ... Continue reading
Edict Systems Approved by Honda of America to Provide Web-based EDI Solution for Honda Suppliers
Edict's www.WebEDI.com Service is the First Hosted Solution to be Approved by Honda of America DAYTON, Ohio, Dec. 9 -- Advant-e Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: AVEE) , through its wholly owned and sole operating subsidiary Edict Systems, announced today that automotive giant Honda of America has approved Edict's www.WebED ... Continue reading
Gentex Supplying Auto-Dimming Mirrors For Several SEAT Vehicles
ZEELAND, Mich., Dec. 9 -- Gentex Corporation, the leading supplier of automatic-dimming mirrors to the worldwide automotive industry, has begun shipping interior automatic-dimming mirrors for several of SEAT's (Sociedad Espanola de Automoviles de Turismo) 2005 models. SEAT, a member of Volkswagen Group's Sport Division ... Continue reading
Hayes Lemmerz Explores Potential Divestiture of Its Commercial Highway Hub and Brake Drum Business
NORTHVILLE, Mich., Dec. 9 -- Hayes Lemmerz International, Inc. announced today that it is exploring the potential divestiture of its Commercial Highway Hub and Brake Drum business. This includes the operations in Berea, KY, Chattanooga, TN and the MinCer operations in Mexico City, Mexico. This initiative does not inclu ... Continue reading
Infor Global Solutions announces upgrade to AutoRelease product
Good morning, Automotive suppliers face a market focused on cutting costs while improving output, both from an efficiency and quality perspective. Many of these automotive suppliers are turning to enterprise software solutions to help reduce costs and improve responsiveness to their end consumers. Infor Global Solution ... Continue reading
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Dec. 9 -- Lear Corporation today announced that its Board of Directors has voted to amend its shareholder rights plan, commonly known as a poison pill. As a result of this amendment, the rights plan will automatically expire at the close of business on December 15, 2004. The rights plan had been sche ... Continue reading
SAN FRANCISCO--Dec. 9, 2004--Mobileye N.V., the leading provider of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems to the automotive industry, announced today that it has been selected as a Top 100 Innovator by Red Herring. Mobileye N.V. was chosen for its innovative automotive safety systems that work like a protective "third eye ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 9, 2004--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c10845) has announced the addition of Automotive Aftermarket in Spain to their offering. This report includes detailed data on market size and segmentation, plus textual analysis of the key trends and competitive landscape, d ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 9, 2004--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c10848) has announced the addition of Automotive Aftermarket in the Netherlands to their offering. Our Automotive Aftermarket in the Netherlands industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis coveri ... Continue reading
Reynolds and Reynolds' Networkcar(R) Awarded Contract With U.S. Marine Corps
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 9 -- Networkcar(R), a Reynolds and Reynolds company , today announced that it has been awarded a firm, fixed price indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract with the U.S. Marine Corps. Networkcar will provide Networkfleet units for vehicles at five Marine Corp locations in California inclu ... Continue reading
RouteOne LLC Expands to Canada; Scotiabank Onboard as First Prime Finance Source
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., and TORONTO, Dec. 9 -- Building on its U.S. success, RouteOne LLC, the joint venture originally created by DaimlerChrysler Services, Ford Motor Credit Company and General Motors Acceptance Corporation, has announced plans for expansion to Canada in 2005, with Scotiabank as its first prime finance sou ... Continue reading
Sauer-Danfoss Inc. Announces 27th Consecutive Quarterly Dividend
CHICAGO, Dec. 9 -- Sauer-Danfoss Inc. today announced that its board of directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share for the quarter ended December 31, 2004. The dividend is payable on January 14, 2005, to stockholders of record as of December 30, 2004. This is the 27th consecutive quarterly dividend paid ... Continue reading
Shell Gasoline and Fleet Credit Cards Now Accepted at Jiffy Lube
HOUSTON, Dec. 9 -- Jiffy Lube(R) is now offering its customers two convenient new ways to pay for preventive maintenance services. As part of a marketing program with Shell Oil Products U.S., the Shell gasoline credit card for consumers and the Shell fleet credit card are now accepted at most Jiffy Lube service centers ... Continue reading
SKF Signs Multi-Year Contract With Richard Childress Racing; Includes Technical Partner Agreement
ELGIN, Ill., Dec. 9 -- SKF today announced the expansion of its NASCAR NEXTEL Cup involvement, signing a multi-year sponsorship agreement with Richard Childress Racing (RCR). With the start of the 2005 NASCAR season, SKF will hold sponsorship positions on the No. 07 of Dave Blaney, the No. 29 of Kevin Harvick and the N ... Continue reading
LOWELL, Ark.--Dec. 9, 2004--J. B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. announced today that the company has been recognized by The Scotts Company, the world's largest marketer of branded consumer products for lawn and garden care, with the prestigious 2004 Core Carrier of the Year award. "J.B. Hunt's support of The Scotts Com ... Continue reading
LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J.--Dec. 9, 2004--The Uniform Code Council, Inc.(R) (UCC(R)), leaders in facilitating efficient international business, will present an expanded 2005 U Connect Conference(R) being held June 7-9, 2005 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center conveniently located near the Dallas Ft. Worth Internat ... Continue reading
Thomas Weidemeyer Elected to Goodyear Board
AKRON, Ohio, Dec. 9 -- Thomas H. Weidemeyer, formerly senior vice president and chief operating officer of United Parcel Service and president of UPS Airlines, has been elected to the Board of Directors of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company . "In his 32 years with UPS, Tom distinguished himself in the transportation se ... Continue reading
UnitedAuto Elects Kimberly McWaters to Board of Directors
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich.--Dec. 9, 2004--UnitedAuto Group, Inc. , a FORTUNE 500 automotive specialty retailer, today announced that Kimberly J. McWaters has been appointed to its Board of Directors. With this additional appointment, the Company now has twelve directors. Ms. McWaters is Chief Executive Officer and Preside ... Continue reading
Ford COO Jim Padilla to Become President, Board Member; Other Appointments, Realignments Announced
* CFO Don Leclair appointed executive vice president; assumes additional duties * Retirement plans for Scheele, Gilmour also announced today DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 9 -- Ford Motor Company today announced that Chief Operating Officer Jim Padilla has been named president of the Company and elected a director of the Board, ... Continue reading
Car-Buyers Flock to ZAP's Auction of SMART Car on eBay
SANTA ROSA, Calif., Dec. 9 -- Within hours of putting the first legal U.S. SMART Car on eBay, bidders rushed to become the first to own one, said U.S. distributor ZAP (BULLETIN BOARD: ZAPZ) . ZAP says that over 10,000 people have visited the eBay auction site, according to the eBay counter, and 239 people have put the ... Continue reading
TROY, Mich., Dec. 9 -- A color coup has yet to topple silver's crown, but a yearning for new and expressive vehicle exterior colors is clearly gaining force -- a trend that experts say will increase in the coming years. The newly released 2004 DuPont Automotive Color Popularity Report traces the rise of chromatic shade ... Continue reading
Shake-up at Ford: Scheele and Gilmour Gone - New Prez is Padilla
-- COO Padilla to become company president and Board member -- CFO Leclair appointed executive vice president DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 9 -- Ford Motor Company today announced the retirement plans of President Nick Scheele and Vice Chairman Allan Gilmour, two company veterans who played instrumental leadership roles during ... Continue reading
Aftermarket Technology Corp. to Host 2005 Guidance Conference Call
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Dec. 9 -- Aftermarket Technology Corp. today announced that it will host a conference call on Thursday, December 16, 2004 at 9:00 A.M. Central time to discuss 2005 guidance. The conference call number is 800-657-1263. Ask for the Aftermarket Technology Corp. call. A replay will be available for one ... Continue reading
Apogee Enterprises to Host Third Quarter Conference Call
MINNEAPOLIS--Dec. 9, 2004--Apogee Enterprises, Inc. today announced that it will host a live conference call and real-time webcast to discuss the company's third quarter results and operations on Thursday, December 16, 2004 at 10 a.m. Central Time (11 a.m. Eastern Time). The call will last approximately one hour. Third ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor to Sell Non-Core Automotive Stampings and Components Manufacturing Business
TROY, Mich., Dec. 9 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. announced today that it has sold its Light Vehicle Systems (LVS) Columbus, Ind., automotive stampings and components manufacturing operation to privately-owned Columbus Components Group (CCG), LLC. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/c ... Continue reading
Binswanger/CBB Finds Immediate Buyer for AutoZone Property in San Antonio, Texas
DALLAS--Dec. 9, 2004--Binswanger/CBB recently found an immediate buyer for a remarkable, one-story, 212,000 sq. ft. building with acreage. The property is located at 1235 Gembler Road. ... Continue reading
Brentwood Associates Announces Sale of Bell Automotive Holdings, Inc.
LOS ANGELES--Dec. 9, 2004--Brentwood Associates ("Brentwood"), one of the nation's leading private equity firms, today announced it had completed the sale of Bell Automotive Holdings, Inc. ("Bell Automotive" or the "Company") to existing management and an investment group led by JH Partners, LLC for more than $60 milli ... Continue reading
Cascade Corporation Announces Earnings of $0.68 Per Share for the Quarter Ended October 31, 2004
PORTLAND, Ore.--Dec. 9, 2004--Cascade Corporation today reported earnings of $0.68 per share, fully diluted, for the third quarter ended October 31, 2004. Approximately $0.57 per share was attributable to net income, and $0.11 was attributable to a gain on the sale of marketable securities and settlement of insurance l ... Continue reading
Coach Industries Group Appoints Robert Lefebvre to the Board Of Directors
DAVIE, Fla.--Dec. 9, 2004--Coach Industries Group, Inc. (OTCBB:CIGI) ("Coach") a holding company focused on providing financial services and the manufacturing of luxury limousine and specialty vehicles for Commercial Fleet Operators, announced today the appointment of Robert Lefebvre to the Board of Directors of the Co ... Continue reading
Hampden Group, Inc. Announces Profitable Guidance for 2005
MESA, Ariz., Dec. 9 -- Hampden Group, Inc. today is offering guidance for 2005 and a full corporate update. The Company expects to earn .15 per share in 2005 with 30% annual growth. Hampden Group has less than 6 million shares outstanding. The Company will submit the Form-10 filing in the first quarter of 2005 to becom ... Continue reading
International Speedway to Host 2005 Financial Guidance Conference Call
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Dec. 9 -- International Speedway Corporation (BULLETIN BOARD: ISCB) ("ISC") will host a conference call to discuss the Company's financial guidance for the fiscal year 2005 on Thursday, December 16, 2004 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Susan Schandel, Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Financial ... Continue reading
Lincoln Electric Mentor Facility Achieves Ford's Q1 Approval
CLEVELAND, Dec. 9 -- The Lincoln Electric Company announced today that its welding consumables manufacturing facility in Mentor, Ohio, has received Q1 approval from the Ford Motor Company. The Ford Q1 designation recognizes suppliers that have demonstrated manufacturing excellence, superior quality, and continuous impr ... Continue reading
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J.--Dec. 9, 2004--Mace Security International, Inc. ("Mace") , a manufacturer of electronic surveillance and personal defense products and an owner and operator of car and truck wash facilities, today announced that it has engaged Legg Mason Wood Walker, Incorporated ("Legg Mason") for the purpose of id ... Continue reading
Remy's VP of Asia Pacific Operations Based in Hong Kong
ANDERSON, Ind., Dec. 9 -- Remy Inc., announces the relocation of Michael Alma, Vice President of Asia Pacific Operations. Alma, who has been traveling extensively to Asia since 1997, is based full time in Hong Kong. He will lead the strategic emphasis on new business and operational expansion. The move supports Remy's ... Continue reading
Law Firm Announces Filing Of Class Action Suit Against Autobytel On Behalf of Investors
NEW YORK--Dec. 9, 2004--The law firm of Milberg Weiss Bershad & Schulman LLP announces that a class action lawsuit was filed today on behalf of all persons who purchased or otherwise acquired the securities of Autobytel, Inc. ("Autobytel" or the "Company") between July 24, 2003 and October 21, 2004, inclusive (the "Cla ... Continue reading
1 Million Michiganians Have Holiday Travel Plans, Says AAA
Family is focus in 2004 DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 9 -- It's over the river and through the woods for most Michigan holiday travelers this year, confirms AAA's latest travel survey. A whopping 87 percent of Christmas travelers will visit relatives this year -- the highest number in three years (64 percent in 2003 and 65 per ... Continue reading
Automotive Retailing Organization Comments on Gallup's Annual Survey of Professions
MCLEAN, Va., Dec. 9 -- Automotive Retailing Today chairman Alan C. Starling issued the following statement yesterday: "Some straight talk about what consumers think about their experiences with new car dealerships is long overdue, and the only way to get it is to ask those who can best answer the questions -- consumers ... Continue reading
Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited Announcement
HONG KONG, Dec. 9 /Xinhua-PRNewswire/ -- The following was released today by Brilliance China Automotive Holdings Limited : BRILLIANCE CHINA AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS LIMITED (Incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability) (Stock Code: 1114) ANNOUNCEMENT CHANGES TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS OF THE COMPANY AND CHAN ... Continue reading
Fleetwood's Product Innovations Take Center Stage at Louisville RVIA Tradeshow
Wholesale Orders Up 34% Over Last Year's Show RIVERSIDE, Calif., Dec. 9 -- Fleetwood RV, a leading producer of recreational vehicles, today announced the extraordinary success of its "Driven to Explore" product launch event at last week's 42nd Annual National RVIA tradeshow in Louisville, KY. During the event, Chris Br ... Continue reading
TRW Automotive Reveals New Silicon Initiator Technology
LIVONIA, Mich., Dec. 9 -- TRW Airbag Systems GmbH, a subsidiary of TRW Automotive Holdings Corp. , today revealed a breakthrough in materials development for inflator initiator technology. The new technology is a silicon-based initiator -- the first of its kind in the pyrotechnics field. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/c ... Continue reading
2005 Hyundai Sonata GLS Special Value Model Offers Superior Value
- New Package Delivers Special Features Buyers Want - At No Extra Charge - FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 9 -- Hyundai Motor America has announced availability and pricing for the 2005 Hyundai Sonata GLS Special Value model that features special equipment that mid-size sedan buyers want -- at no extra charge. The GLS Sp ... Continue reading
ARCA RE/MAX Series Partners With Mallory Ignition INDIANAPOLIS IN (12-9-04) ARCA RE/MAX Series officials announced today a new partnership with Mallory Ignition for the 2005 season specifically designed to address the cost-containment issue of limiting engine RPMs. The groundbreaking partnership will mandate that all R ... Continue reading
New Federal-Mogul Champion Spark Plug Packaging Wins Automotive Aftermarket Design Award
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Dec. 9, 2004--The newly introduced Champion(R) Spark Plug packaging was judged to be among the automotive parts and service industry's most creative and effective in a design competition held during the 2004 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo in November. Champion spark plugs are manufactured and m ... Continue reading
Rick Hendrick Receives NASCAR Buddy Shuman Award from Federal-Mogul Champion Spark Plug
SOUTHFIELD, Mich.--Dec. 9, 2004--Hendrick Motorsports Owner Rick Hendrick, whose NASCAR racing organization has become one of the sport's most successful enterprises, received the 2004 NASCAR/Champion(R) Spark Plug Buddy Shuman Award in a ceremony in New York City last week. Presented annually since 1957 by Champion, " ... Continue reading
Bleustein to Retire as Harley-Davidson CEO; Will Remain Chairman
MILWAUKEE, Dec. 9 -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. announced today that Jeffrey L. Bleustein, 65, has decided to retire as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 30, 2005. Mr. Bleustein will continue as Chairman of the Board of Directors. The Board announced that his successor as CEO will be James L. Ziemer, 54, currently Vi ... Continue reading
Infineon in Detroit Increases to 90 Employees
LIVONIA, Mich.--Dec. 9, 2004--Infineon Technologies , the world's fifth largest semiconductor manufacturer(1), officially opened its new office for the company's Automotive & Industrial Business Group today. The facility, at 19111 Victor Parkway in Livonia/Detroit, supports Infineon's plan to add up to 45 employees to ... Continue reading
Nanomix Receives Two U.S. Patents in Alternative Energy
Hydrogen Storage Advancements for Vehicle and Fuel Cell Power EMERYVILLE, Calif., Dec. 9 -- Nanomix Inc., a leading nanotechnology company which is commercializing a line of nanoelectronic sensors for industrial and biomedical applications, today announced that it has been issued two U.S. patents in hydrogen storage te ... Continue reading
Mazda Announces Official Sales Network in Mexico
MEXICO CITY, Dec. 9 -- Mazda Motor Corporation today announced that it will begin selling vehicles in Mexico under a newly formed company, "Mazda Motor de Mexico." Vehicles will be sold through a comprehensive stand-alone dealer network and backed up by a multi-national management team, reporting both to Mazda's global ... Continue reading
HEMI's HOT! - Chrysler Finds Winning Formula
Probably. - HEMI(R) take-rate hits 46 percent - Chrysler Group ups ante with all-new beefed-up 425-horsepower 6.1-liter HEMI V-8 - All-new HEMI engine generates 25 percent more power -- additional 85 horses AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 9 -- The HEMI(R) continues to build momentum. Since first introducing the all-new 5.7-l ... Continue reading
Tribute to Chrysler's Hemi V8 Engine ... Continue reading
WISCONSIN-BORN DANICA PATRICK TO DRIVE IN INDYCAR SERIES
Phil, please post on front page of web site, replaces Champ Car FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MILWAUKEE MILE 100 YEARS AND ACCELERATING Contact: Mr. Jim Tretow Director of Public Relations (414) 453-5761 jtretow@milwaukeemile.com WISCONSIN-BORN DANICA PATRICK TO DRIVE IN INDYCAR SERIES (West Allis, WI) December 9, 2004 - Danic ... Continue reading
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Mich., Dec. 9 -- Visteon Corporation announces the appointment of William G. Quigley III, 43, vice president, corporate controller and chief accounting officer, effective December 30, 2004. As an elected corporate officer, Quigley will report to Jim Palmer, executive vice president and chief financi ... Continue reading
Auto Centrix, Inc. Announces the Launch of Its Online Simulcast Auto Auction
TAMPA, Fla.--Dec. 9, 2004--Auto Centrix, Inc. (ATCX.PK) announced today that the company has completed the second phase of its business plan with the execution of a Worldwide License Agreement with Vortex Solution, Inc of Montreal. The technology allows for a simulcast auction broadcast system via the internet with rea ... Continue reading
DaimlerChrysler More Than Doubles Fleet of Fuel Cell Vehicles in the United States
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 9 -- DaimlerChrysler announced today that in December 2004, the company has doubled the amount of fuel cell vehicles that it currently manages in the United States -- more than any other manufacturer. Adding to what is already the largest fleet of fuel cell automobiles in the world; the recent ... Continue reading
GM Cuts Europe Work Force- Buyouts Coming?
FRANKFURT, Germany - Friederike Marx writing for the AP reported that General Motors Corp.'s German division announced a deal Thursday that will allow the struggling automaker to cut thousands of jobs while avoiding forced layoffs and offering generous incentives for employees to leave. Adam Opel AG, the centerpiece of ... Continue reading
Volkswagen to Increase Mexican Production
MEXICO CITY December 8, 2004; The AP reported that German auto giant Volkswagen AG said it would produce 320,000 cars at its central Mexican plant in 2005, about 39 percent more than this year, to capitalize on the weaker dollar. Hurt by slow sales in the United States, Volkswagen's Mexican arm produced 20 percent fewe ... Continue reading
Toyota Will Find Ford 'Formidable' in US
DEARBORN, Michigan Wed Dec 8, 2004; Poornima Gupta writing for Reuters reported that Toyota Motor Corp., which recently outpaced Ford Motor Co. in global sales, will find the second-largest U.S. automaker a "formidable competitor" in the lucrative full-size pickup truck market, Ford's North American sales chief said on ... Continue reading
GM Bumps Up Incentives After Poor Sales in November
DETROIT Dec 8, 2004;- General Motors Corp., coming off disappointing November sales and battling to regain U.S. market share, will launch a new promotion Friday that includes cash bonuses on many new models beyond incentives already available. The bonus cash could create deals worth $4,000, $5,000 or more in rebates on ... Continue reading
Prixo Southern University Miami, Florida 33131 "Haciendo Posible lo Imposible" Estimado amigo, Nuestra Universidad se especializa en otorgar credenciales universitarios basados en la experiencia previa de trabajo, militar, cultural, religioso y educacional. Nuestro fin es ayudar a integrar al mercado de trabajo actual ... Continue reading
--Most of us have given permission for someone outside of our household to use our car at one time or another, perhaps to let a designated driver take the wheel or just to help out a friend who's moving. But what happens if the person who is borrowing your car gets in an accident? Are they responsible or are you? A vid ... Continue reading
Better Vehicles for the Disabled
--With more than 50 million Americans suffering from chronic ailments ranging from minor aches to severe arthritis, just getting in and out of a vehicle can be difficult. But automakers are determined to make personal transportation easier and more accessible to everyone. A report from General Motors . You can reach th ... Continue reading
ATLANTA--Dec. 8, 2004--Last graph, last line, phone number should read 404-766-1661 (sted 404-766-1664). The corrected release reads: FULTON MOTOR CARS, INC. ACQUIRES NALLEY CHEVROLET IN ATLANTA; DEALERSHIP RENAMED AIRPORT CHEVROLET Fulton Motor Cars, Inc. announced that it completed the acquisition of Nalley Chevrolet ... Continue reading
CSK Auto Corp. Investor Presentation to Be Available on Web Site
PHOENIX--Dec. 8, 2004--CSK Auto Corp. , the parent company of CSK Auto Inc., a specialty retailer in the automotive aftermarket, will be posting on its Web site the slides included in its current investor presentation package used by the company's senior management. The presentation has been updated to reflect the comp ... Continue reading
Dana Corporation Announces Pricing of Tender Offer
TOLEDO, Ohio, Dec. 8 -- Dana Corporation ("Dana") announced today the consideration to be paid in its tender offer for its $250 million of 10-1/8% Notes due 2010 (the "10-1/8% Notes"), EUR 200 million of 9% EUR Notes due 2011 (the "9% EUR Notes") and $575 million of 9% USD Notes due 2011 (the "9% USD Notes") (collectiv ... Continue reading
Delphi Releases Update On Internal Investigation
TROY, Mich., Dec. 8 -- Delphi Corp. today filed a Form 8-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission updating investors as to the status of the ongoing investigation being conducted by the audit committee of the company's Board of Directors regarding the accounting for certain transactions with suppliers. ... Continue reading
Energy & Engine Technology Corporation Describes Typical Generator Order
PLANO, Texas, Dec. 8 -- On December 3, 2004, EENT (BULLETIN BOARD: EENT) reported the sale of the first standby 10kW generator of a potential 21 unit order. This sale is typical of some of the types of potential multi unit orders in the sales and marketing pipeline (which includes quoted product, not yet closed sales) ... Continue reading
Flexpoint Announced European Union Safety Directive Increases Demand for Bend Sensor Technology
DRAPER, Utah--Dec. 8, 2004--Flexpoint Sensor Systems, Inc. (OTCBB:FLXT) today discussed the strong demand for the Bend Sensor(R) Pedestrian Impact Detection System fueled by new European automotive safety directives. It is estimated that throughout the European Union Countries more than 6,000 accidental deaths and 155, ... Continue reading
QI Systems Receives Company's Largest Order
DALLAS and RICHMOND, British Columbia--Dec. 8, 2004--QI Systems, Inc. of Dallas, Texas and Vancouver, BC, Canada (OTCBB:QIIIF) is pleased to announce that it has received the largest order to date for QI SmartKit Hybrid payment terminals for the parking industry. The order from Cale Systems, Inc. of Montreal reflects g ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 8, 2004--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c10820) has announced the addition of Automotive Aftermarket in the United States to their offering. Our Automotive Aftermarket in the United States industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis co ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: A Five-Year Forecast of the Canadian Automotive Aftermarket
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 8, 2004--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c10840) has announced the addition of Automotive Aftermarket in Canada to their offering. Our Automotive Aftermarket in Canada industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the automotive ... Continue reading
Southern California Commits to Westport Technology for Trucks
VANCOUVER, British Columbia--Dec. 8, 2004--Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT) today announced an award of US $1.95 million from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) to advance the development of Westport's proprietary High Pressure Direct Injection (HPDI) technology for heavy-duty truck engines. The ... Continue reading
TEEN ARRIVE ALIVE(SM) Welcomes Retired General Tommy Franks as National Spokesperson and Advisor
BRADENTON, Fla., Dec. 8 -- TEEN ARRIVE ALIVE(SM) (TAA), the company that created the successful program specifically designed to keep our teen drivers safe with cutting edge GPS technology enhanced with "Teen Driver" decals, is proud to welcome Retired General Tommy Franks to the TEEN ARRIVE ALIVE Family. General Frank ... Continue reading
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. & BEVERLY, Mass.--Dec. 8, 2004--Tekrati(TM) and Sam Whitmore's Media Survey(sm) will be offering a teleconference with Current Analysis that will explore how industry analysts and research services provide tangible benefits to vendor sales, product development and marketing departments. Current Ana ... Continue reading
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--Dec. 8, 2004--Tekron, Inc. (TKRN:OTCBB) today announced that it has initiated discussions with top officials of the Government of the Peoples' Republic of China to discuss Tekron's potential role in a multi-year environmental cleanup with goals set for the Olympics in Beijing in 2008. Discussions ... Continue reading
AURORA, Colo., Dec. 8 -- United Recyclers Group, LLC (URG) and participants in a major program of URG, Premium Recycled Parts (Team PRP(TM)) developed an advisory committee of key personnel from every segment of the automotive industry. The committee held its first meeting at the NACE -- International Autobody Congress ... Continue reading
Universal Automotive Back in Compliance With Nasdaq Rule
- Company Trading Symbol to Return to 'UVSL' Beginning December 10 - ALSIP, Ill., Dec. 8 -- Universal Automotive Industries, Inc. today said that it has received notification from The Nasdaq Stock Market that the company is back in compliance with Rule 4310, its trading symbol will return to "UVSL" at the beginning of ... Continue reading
U.S. Wind Farming, Inc. Executes Options to Acquire New Energy and Environmental Technologies
CHICAGO--Dec. 8, 2004-- U.S. Wind Farming, Inc. has entered into option agreements to acquire revolutionary new energy and environmental technologies U.S. Wind Farming, Inc. (Pink Sheets:USWF), "America's Only Publicly Traded Wind Energy Company" (www.uswindfarming.com), has entered into agreements to acquire new techn ... Continue reading
VF Imagewear to Acquire Holoubek, Licensee of Harley-Davidson Brand Apparel
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--Dec. 8, 2004--VF Imagewear, a division of VF Corporation, announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of Holoubek, Inc. With sales in excess of $40 million, Wisconsin-based Holoubek has been an apparel licensee of Harley-Davidson, Inc. for over 20 years. ... Continue reading
2005 AutoGlow! Creates Night of Glamour to Benefit The Children's Center
DETROIT, Dec. 8 -- Get set for glamour Midwest style on Friday, January 14, at the Ford Field Atrium as The Children's Center hosts 2005 AutoGlow! Hailed as Detroit's premier black-tie afterglow party following the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) Charity Preview at Cobo Hall, 2005 AutoGlow! will offer pa ... Continue reading
DETROIT--Dec. 8, 2004--The Nissan 3.5-liter VQ V6 engine has been named to the annual Ward's 10 Best Engines list for the 11th straight year by Ward's Communications, Inc. It is the only engine that has been part of the list every year the award has been presented. The versatile VQ powerplant is offered in a variety of ... Continue reading
Research and Markets : Global Automotive Industry Report 2005
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 8, 2004--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c10899) has announced the addition of Global Automotive Industry Report 2005 to their offering The Global Automotive Industry Report is a leading source of information, analysis and data for the world's automotive industry, i ... Continue reading
Volvo, Audi and Jaguar Owners are Most 'TechSavvy' Automotive U.S. Consumers DETROIT, and ROCHESTER, N.Y., Dec. 8 -- Enhanced fuel economy attracts strong consumer purchase interest, according to AUTOTECHCAST, a study of nearly 15,000 U.S. consumers recently completed by Harris Interactive Inc., a worldwide full-servic ... Continue reading
Delphi Board Declares Quarterly Dividend
TROY, Mich., Dec. 8 -- The Delphi Board of Directors today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.07 per share on Delphi $0.01 par value common stock. The dividend is payable Jan. 18, 2005, to shareholders of record as of the close of business Dec. 20, 2004. ... Continue reading
Evader Earns High Praise from Scooter Expert
LOS ANGELES--Dec. 8, 2004--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 attracted expert attention during the 37th Annual Cycleworld International Motorcycle Show held at the Long Beach Co ... Continue reading
ATLANTA & SALT LAKE CITY--Dec. 8, 2004-- Input Device will Combine ART simpliWrite Recognition Software with GlidePoint Touchpad Technology from Cirque Two of the leading developers of input technology for computer and handheld devices announced today that they are working together to provide a unique touchpad solution ... Continue reading
Remy Files Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Three More Companies
Company asserts violations of patents by foreign producers with US outlets ANDERSON, Ind., Dec. 8 -- Remy International, Inc. has filed a lawsuit against three companies, alleging U.S. Patent law violations of Remy's proprietary intellectual property associated with alternators. Orange County Alternator (OCA) located i ... Continue reading
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Dec. 8 -- ALG's annual Residual Value Awards honor those vehicles in each automotive segment predicted to retain the highest percentage of their original price. This year's awards are based on 2005 model year vehicles. For the third year, ALG has also included awards for the brand with the highes ... Continue reading
Cox Enterprises, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Cox Communications, Inc.
ATLANTA, Dec. 8 -- Cox Enterprises, Inc. (CEI) announced today the successful completion of its previously announced acquisition of the publicly held minority interest of Cox Communications, Inc. (CCI) for $8.5 billion. Cox Holdings, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of CEI, acquired CCI through a cash tender offer for $ ... Continue reading
DETROIT, Dec. 8 -- UAW President Ron Gettelfinger today welcomed the National Commission on Energy Policy's support for a proposed tax credit for manufacturers to convert existing automotive parts and assembly plants to the production of fuel-efficient advanced technology powertrain components and vehicles. The NCEP is ... Continue reading
Hampden Group, Inc. Receives Approval From Banking Department to Begin Vehicle Title Loans; The Company Expects Significant Growth With Its New Business Model PHOENIX, Dec. 8 -- Hampden Group, Inc. has launched a new vehicle sub-prime finance program to compete in the recent exploding growth of the vehicle title loan i ... Continue reading
Hollywood Cars to Power Barrett-Jackson Auction
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Dec. 8 -- Nicholas Cage, Vin Diesel, Jodie Foster, James Garner and Eddie Murphy are just some of the celebrities connected to the cars to be auctioned off at "No Reserve" during the upcoming Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction. Whether the cars were owned by celebrities or used in movies, the Hollyw ... Continue reading
Automotive Retailing Today Chairman Alan C. Starling Issued the Following Statement Today
MCLEAN, Va., Dec. 8 -- Automotive Retailing Today chairman Alan C. Starling issued the following statement today: "Some straight talk about what consumers think about their experiences with new car dealerships is long overdue, and the only way to get it is to ask those who can best answer the questions -- consumers who ... Continue reading
Ford Declares First Quarter Dividend
DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 8 -- The Board of Directors of Ford Motor Company today declared a first quarter dividend of 10 cents a share on the company's Class B and common stock. This is the same level of dividend paid in the fourth quarter of 2004. The first quarter dividend is payable on March 1, 2005 to shareholders of ... Continue reading
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