Subaru Designs Custom Impreza WRX STI for Rally Champ Travis Pastrana
- Pastrana Won His Third Consecutive Rally America National Championship for Subaru in 2008 - Special WRX STI Fortified with SPT and STI Parts - Carbon Fiber Hood and Rear Wing - Custom Interior with High-Power Audio System and Xbox CHICAGO, Feb. 9 -- Subaru of America, Inc. will show a one-of-a-kind Subaru Impreza WRX ... Continue reading
Carroll Shelby Children’s Foundation to Auction 2009 Shelby 427 GT500 Super Snake on eBay
GARDENA, Calif.--The Carroll Shelby Childrenâs Foundation will celebrate the inaugural Shelby 427 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race by auctioning the Ultimate Shelby 427 GT500 Package on eBay starting today. The auction, which will end Feb. 19, 2009, includes a new torch red 2009 Shelby GT500 upgraded with the Super S ... Continue reading
Affinia Group To Release Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Financial Results on March 5, 2009
Company will Hold Conference Call on March 6, 2009 ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 9 -- Affinia Group Inc., a global leader in the on and off highway replacement products and service industry, will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2008 on Thursday, March 5, 2009. Affinia Group will hold a co ... Continue reading
Consumer Interest in Alternative Fuel Cars Highest Ever
While hybrids and fuel-cells still lead the way, electric-powered vehicles receive unprecedented interest as viable models get closer ST. LOUIS, Feb. 9 -- While economic difficulties plague the automotive industry, consumers are poised for the next wave in automotive technological advancements -- alternative fuel sourc ... Continue reading
Auto Affordability Erodes as Credit Constraints Persist, Comerica Bank Chief Economist Reports
DALLAS, Feb. 9 -- The purchase of an average-priced new vehicle took 22.8 weeks of median family income in fourth quarter 2008, according to Comerica Bank's Auto Affordability Index. This reading is up 0.5 weeks from revised third quarter affordability of 22.3 weeks and down 1.3 weeks compared to a year ago. Reflecting ... Continue reading
ArvinMeritor To Present at Barclays Capital Industrial Select Conference
TROY, Mich. Feb. 9 -- ArvinMeritor, Inc. , today announced that Mary Lehmann, senior vice president, Strategic Initiatives, and Treasurer, will participate in the Barclays Capital Industrial Select Conference on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at The Ritz-Carlton in Miami Beach, Florida. A live Web cast of the company's presentati ... Continue reading
Threats to motorcycling in America, Part 2: The AMA's Rob Dingman discusses excessive sound
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Brabham Returns To P1 For Le Mans With Peugeot Sport
Press Release Date: Monday 9 January 2009 Brabham Returns To P1 For Le Mans With Peugeot Sport Double Le Mans GT1 class winner David Brabham is set to return to the P1 category for the Le Mans 24 Hours 2009 race with Peugeot Sport, it was announced at a Paris press conference today, Monday 9 February. Brabham, who live ... Continue reading
Subaru of America Announces Move for Southwest Regional Office and Parts Distribution Center
- New Offices in Aurora, CO double size of existing facility - CHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 9 -- Subaru of America Inc. today announced it has taken a long- term lease on a new property in Aurora, Colorado to house its southwest regional office, parts distribution and service training operations. The offices are currently h ... Continue reading
Green Group to Attend Mayoral Signing of Laws to Cut Pollution in School Zones
New Laws Reduce Time Vehicles Can Idle in School Zones, Increase Enforcement Authority WHO: Mayor Michael Bloomberg Isabelle Bodmer Silverman, Attorney, Environmental Defense Fund/Author, new report, "Idling Gets You Nowhere" (Attending ceremony, but not speaking) WHAT: Mayor Bloomberg will sign a new law sponsored by ... Continue reading
Victory Junction Season Preview: 2009 Promises Exciting Growth of Children's Camp
[cid:image002.jpg@01C98AD6.82759C30] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Crystal Emerick Victory Junction (336) 495-2079 (office) (704) 361-5230 (mobile) cemerick@victoryjunction.org<mailto:cemerick@victoryjunction.org> Victory Junction Season Preview 2009 Promises Exciting Growth of Children's Camp RANDLEMAN, N.C. - ... Continue reading
Valence Technology Reports Fiscal 2009 Third Quarter and Year-to-Date Financial Results
AUSTIN, Texas--Valence Technology, Inc. , a leading international developer of safe lithium phosphate energy storage solutions, today reported financial results for its fiscal 2009 third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2008. Summary of results for fiscal 2009 third quarter compared to fiscal 2008 third quart ... Continue reading
Season-Opener at Daytona is Home for Lagasse Jr.
Scott Lagasse Jr. Daytona International Speedway Sponsor: America's Incredible Pizza Company Owners: Tony & Bryan Mullet Nationwide Crew Chief: Paul Wolfe Nationwide Chassis: 07 Manufacturer: Toyota Engine Builder: TRD Scott Lagasse Jr. Quick Facts: · Scott Lagasse Jr. joined CJM Racing in September of 2008 and ran se ... Continue reading
Myers Industries Announces Date for Annual Meeting of Shareholders
AKRON, Ohio--The Board of Directors of Myers Industries, Inc. today announced the date for the Companyâs Annual Meeting of Shareholders, which will be held Thursday, April 30, 2009, at 9 a.m. Eastern time, at the Louis S. Myers Training Center, located at 1554 South Main Street in Akron. The record date for shareh ... Continue reading
PLAINFIELD, Ill., Feb. 9 -- Polymer Plainfield Holdings Inc. ("Polymer Plainfield" or the "Company"), which specializes in designing, assembling and manufacturing metal and injection molding components and has nine operations across five countries, has completed a transaction, led by Orchard Plainfield LLC, a U.S.-base ... Continue reading
New York Area High School Students Compete in Auto Tech Competition
For Immediate Release www.nationalautotech.com NEW YORK STUDENTS COMPETE FOR PLACE IN NATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY COMPETITION Tuesday, February 10th from 8:30a.m. to 12:30p.m. Celebrating 20 Years of Encouraging Young People to Succeed New York, NY - (February, 2009): New York City, Long Island, Westchester and Rock ... Continue reading
Hella Supports Horn Line with New Retail Program [HE151][February 9,2009]
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INDYCAR SERIES NOTES - February 9, 2009
1. VERSUS names Firestone Indy Lights broadcast team: Mike King, Arie Luyendyk Jr. and Kevin Lee will call the action for Firestone Indy Lights telecasts in 2009. VERSUS, the exclusive cable television home of the IndyCar® Series, will air the races in an hour-long show each Monday after events. The networkâs F ... Continue reading
Renault Laguna Black Edition: Head-Turning Looks... And A Great Buy
After topping its segment in France in 2008, the Renault Laguna range kicks off 2009 with the release of a stylish limited edition version. Renault Laguna Black Edition stands out through its great looks and attractive price. ... Continue reading
Warm Middle East Welcome for Chevrolet Cruze
The regional reveal of the all-new and highly anticipated Chevrolet Cruze at the 2008 Abu Dhabi International Motor Show was met with great enthusiasm among visitors. The arrival of Chevrolet's new global sedan in the Middle East will raise the benchmark for small sedans, and will exceed customers' expectations with a ... Continue reading
Ohio's Tim Doran Elected as 2009 ATAE Chairman
NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Tim Doran, president of the Ohio Automobile Dealers Association, was elected 2009 chairman of the Automotive Trade Association Executives (ATAE) at its annual meeting in New Orleans. The ATAE, which represents the leaders of 114 state and metropolitan dealer associations i ... Continue reading
AMA announces schedule for the 2009 AMA BMW National Adventure Riding Series
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Guidepoint To Supply Customized Solution to Automotive Credit Corporation
PONTIAC, Mich., Feb. 9 -- Telematics supplier GuidePoint Systems announced it has been selected to supply a customized collections solution for Southfield, Mich.-based Automotive Credit Corporation. Guidepoint, based in Pontiac, Mich., said it will partner with ACC to create an enhanced collections strategy program usi ... Continue reading
Exeter Finance Corp.(R) Expands Use of CMSI's Credit Processing Solution
Additional functionality will support Exeter's continued growth COLUMBIA, Md., Feb. 9 -- Credit Management Solutions (CMSI), a leading provider of credit automation systems for all types of consumer lending, announced today that Exeter Finance Corp. has expanded its use of CMSI's Origenate(R) credit processing system t ... Continue reading
MASSACHUSETTS DEALER CREDITS VAUTO FOR TOP PRE-OWNED CAR SALES
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MASSACHUSETTS DEALER CREDITS VAUTO FOR TOP PRE-OWNED CAR SALES CHICAGO â Acton Toyota of Littleton, Mass., credits its use of vAutoâs proprietary used-vehicle inventory management system for helping it become the top seller of certified pre-owned vehicles in Toyotaâs northeast regio ... Continue reading
ROUSH-McCLENAGHAN TO DISPLAY HER DRAG CAR AT DAYTONA 500
LIVONIA, Mich. February 9, 2009: Race fans attending the events surrounding the Daytona 500 expect to see plenty of fast race cars, but a drag car is probably one type they certainly wouldnât anticipate being at the Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway. However, spectators now have an opportunity to see the ROUSH ... Continue reading
Greener Technology Helps Create Auto Sector Jobs in Kitchener, Ontario
TORONTO--Ontario is helping an innovative auto supplier invest in new technology that will boost productivity while reducing its impact on the environment. The province is investing $1.5 million in Mitchell Plastics, supporting the companyâs investment of $10 million. This will help create 32 new jobs and retain 2 ... Continue reading
Scuderi Engine Prototype Completed
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE First Scuderi Engine Prototype Assembled When Fully Developed, Engine Expected to be Most Significant Advancement in Internal Combustion in Over 130 Years WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. USA - Feb. 9, 2009 - After several years of extensive research, development, and patent preparation, the Scuderi Group ... Continue reading
Massachusetts Dealer Credits vAuto for Top Pre-Owned Car Sales
CHICAGO--Acton Toyota of Littleton, Mass., credits its use of vAutoâs proprietary used-vehicle inventory management system for helping it become the top seller of certified pre-owned vehicles in Toyotaâs northeast region. âFor the past 17 years, Acton Toyota of Littleton has had a major focus on pre-owne ... Continue reading
The Ahvenisto Race Circuit (Finnish: Ahveniston moottorirata) is a motorsport race track located in Hämeenlinna, Finland. The 3,040 metres (1.889 mi) long circuit is run clockwise. The track has an elevation change of 32 metres (105 ft), the home straight is 280 metres (0.2 mi) and the width varies from 9 metres (30 f ... Continue reading
2009 Chicago Auto Show: Scion Announces Pricing for tC Release Series 5.0
Scion, of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., announced today that the only limited-production tC for 2009, the tC Release Series 5.0 (tC RS 5.0), will have a Toyota Racing Development (TRD) theme and be available at dealer showrooms in March. The 2009 tC RS 5.0 will be on display in the Scion space at the Chicago Auto S ... Continue reading
Going Green - Electric cars are becoming practical Advances in battery technology may be breathing new life into the electric car. Before now, electric vehicles typically capped off around 60 miles per charge, relegating them to the status of commuter cars. But now, lithium-ion batteries are now being successfully inte ... Continue reading
Earnhardt Daytona Preview - February 9, 2009
AT DAYTONA â In 15 Nationwide Series starts at Daytona International Speedway, Dale Earnhardt Jr. has recorded five wins, eight top-fives, nine top-10s and led a total of 481 laps. He has an average starting position of 12.8 and an average finish of 10.7. In his last outing at Daytona last July, Earnhardt Jr. qual ... Continue reading
Keslowski Daytona Preview - February 9, 2009
NEW LOOK FOR 2009 â Brad Keselowski and the No. 88 GoDaddy.com team will kick off the new NASCAR Nationwide Series season this Saturday at Daytona International Speedway, and in doing so will introduce a new line-up of sponsors for 2009. GoDaddy.com will be the primary sponsor of the No. 88 team for 18 races, with ... Continue reading
Ambrose Starts 14th in Gatorade Duel 1 on Thursday
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. February 8, 2009: Today for the first time in his career Marcos Ambrose experienced the unique qualifying procedure for the Daytona 500 where only the two fastest cars solidified their starting spots at Daytona International Speedway. Martin Truex Jr. earned the pole and Mark Martin snatched the out ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Adds Tenth Race to 2009 Jetta TDI Cup Schedule
<b><i>Utahâs Miller Motorsports Park to host Round Three on the series circuit</b></i> HERNDON, Va. February 9, 2009: After previously releasing details on nine of the 10 events for the 2009 SCCA Pro Racing Volkswagen Jetta TDI Cup season, Volkswagen of America, Inc. has now announced the final addition of Miller ... Continue reading
Robby Gordon Daytona 500 Qualifying Recap
Daytona Beach, FL February 9, 2009: Robby Gordon and the No. 7 Jim Beam Camry went out tenth in the qualifying line for the Daytona 500 on Sunday afternoon. The team picked up speed from their top practice run to post a fast lap of 48.515 seconds. When qualifying had completed, the effort placed the No. 7 Jim Beam Camr ... Continue reading
London, Great Britain February 9, 2009: A1 Teams Switzerland and Monaco have both announced new commercial partners ahead of A1GP Gauteng, South Africa on 20 - 22 February. Reigning champion Switzerland has confirmed that FORDAHL-FOQ Group, involved in the timing components for telecommunication systems, and cp eyewear ... Continue reading
Nemechek Comes a Long Way But Still Battling for 500 Berth
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. February 8, 2009: Three weeks ago Joe Nemechek didn't even know if he would be at Daytona International Speedway competing for a berth in the Daytona 500 in his family-owned NEMCO Motorsports entry. But working day and night putting together a team, acquiring cars, engines and all the necessary equi ... Continue reading
Despite Strong Qualifying Effort, Smith Still Not Guaranteed Daytona 500 Entry
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. February 8, 2009: Regan Smith and the Furniture Row Racing team made a huge leap in performance from Saturday's practice sessions to Sunday's Pole Day qualifying at Daytona International Speedway. But Smith's 14th fastest qualifying run among 56 Sprint Cup drivers does not assure him a berth in the ... Continue reading
Newman Third Fastest in Daytona 500 Pole Day
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. February 8, 2009: Ryan Newman posted the third fastest lap among 56 Sprint Cup drivers in Sunday's Pole Day qualifying for the Daytona 500. That's the good news. The unfortunate news is that the U.S. Army driver out of the Stewart-Haas Racing camp just missed being locked into the front row for next ... Continue reading
Medical Update On Patrick Sheltra
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida February 8, 2009: ARCA RE/MAX Series driver Patrick Sheltra remains hospitalized at a local Daytona Beach, Florida hospital Sunday evening following an incident in Saturdayâs Lucas Oil Slick Mist 200 at Daytona International Speedway. The 22-year old driver underwent several tests Saturday n ... Continue reading
Bill Elliott Qualifies 5th - Locks the 21 Into the Daytona 500
Daytona, February 9, 2009: Bill Elliott qualified the Wood Brother's #21 Motorcraft Ford Fusion 5th. Bill's qualifying time is the fastest among the cars outside the top 35 and locks the #21 into the Daytona 500. The teams will take Monday and Tuesday off and be back on the track on Wednesday for two practices. The nex ... Continue reading
Daytona Toyota Motorsports Notes - February 8, 2009
KYLE BUSCH, No. 18 M&M's Toyota Camry, Joe Gibbs Racing Qualified: 15th How was your qualifying lap? "I think we missed it a little bit and left something out there. I did all I could, but taping off solid maybe would have helped us a little bit more. We got what we got out of that and it's not bad. We'll see which Due ... Continue reading
The Boss Needs to See You… Now!
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. February 8, 2009: Beginning with a press conference on July 10, 2008 at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Ill., Tony Stewart has talked a lot about becoming a driver/owner in the elite NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. In 2009, Stewart-Haas Racing is his team and the No. 14 Office Depot/Old Spice Chevrolet Im ... Continue reading
MBtech Pioneers Hybrid Technology in the USA
SINDELFINGEN, Germany, Feb. 9 -- At the beginning of February 2009 MBtech is participating in the "SAE Hybrid Vehicle Technology Symposium" as a premier partner. With its own exhibition stand, MBtech presents its competencies in hybrid development as a globally active engineering and consulting company. The Hybrid Proj ... Continue reading
Detroit Diesel Previews its BlueTec SCR Technology at TMC
At the Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) Conference today, Detroit Diesel gave journalists a preview of its production-intent version of Daimlerâs widely acclaimed BlueTec® technology. The fuel-efficient DD13â¢, DD15â¢, and soon-to-debut DD16⢠family of engines were engineered from the groun ... Continue reading
Zoombak Launches New Reseller Business Unit with Two International Partners
NEW YORK--Zoombak⢠(www.Zoombak.com) today announced the debut of a new reseller business unit to further increase business opportunities for its industry-leading GPS locator technology. Kicking off activity for the unit are contracts with two companies, LOC-AID and UbiEst S.p.A., who have integrated Zoombakâ ... Continue reading
GKN Driveline Viscodrive Coupling on New Suzuki Wagon R
TOCHIGI, Japan--All-wheel-drive (AWD) versions of Suzuki's new Wagon R, recently launched in Japan, are being equipped with GKN Driveline's Viscodrive® coupling. The Viscodrive coupling is a compact, lightweight unit that provides on-demand AWD capability and improved vehicle traction without the need for costly on- ... Continue reading
Sonic Automotive, Inc. Schedules Release of Fourth Quarter
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 9 -- Sonic Automotive, Inc. today announced it will release fiscal 2008 fourth quarter and year end financial results on Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at 7:30 A.M. (Eastern). Senior management will hold a conference call at 11:00 A.M. (Eastern). To access the live broadcast of the call over the Internet ... Continue reading
FREDERICK, Colo.--UQM TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (NYSE Alternext US: UQM), a developer of alternative energy technologies, announced today that an EcoRide BE35 battery-electric transit bus, developed by Proterra LLC, Golden, Colorado, a leading innovator and manufacturer of clean commercial transit solutions, is being showcase ... Continue reading
Navistar’s PartSmart Value Line Offers Smart and Reliable Choice for Customers
WARRENVILLE, Ill.--In response to the tough economic times, Navistar is launching a new value line, private label brand of truck parts aimed at cost-conscious truck owners. Known as PartSmartâ¢, the new product line offers quality products that cost up to 20 percent less than genuine, original equipment parts. The ... Continue reading
BMW Dominates Swapalease.com January Searches; Luxury Vehicles Strong Despite Economy
CINCINNATI, Feb. 9 -- Swapalease.com, the pioneer of online automotive lease transferring, released a list of the top 10 most searched vehicles during January 2009. BMW models took the top three spots and held five positions overall dominating other manufacturers. Import vehicles, more specifically European luxury vehi ... Continue reading
China Automotive Systems Sold 1.3 Million Power Steering Units in 2008
WUHAN, China, Feb. 9 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Automotive Systems, Inc. , a leading power steering components and systems supplier in China, today announced that for the year 2008, the Company sold approximately 1.3 million systems and components compared with 1.1 million in 2007. This increase in units sold ... Continue reading
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., Feb. 9 -- Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD) , the leading global manufacturer of thin-film flexible solar laminate products for the building integrated and commercial rooftop markets, today announced financial results for its second quarter of fiscal 2009, ended December 31, 2008. Total cons ... Continue reading
Roewe, MG Sales Teams merged To Cut Cost
Roewe, MG sales teams merged to cut cost http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1009282/Roewe-MG-sales-teams-merged-to- cut-c ost.html Shanghai, February 9 (Gasgoo.com) Last week, SAIC's affiliated Roewe, and the sales division of Nanjing MG Auto Co., Ltd. moved out of their former offices to the building of their parent's te ... Continue reading
China Quite Likely To Pass U.S. In '09 Auto Sales
China quite likely to pass U.S. in '09 auto sales http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1009286/China-quite-likely-to-pass-U-S- in-09 -auto-sales.html Shanghai, February 9 (Gasgoo.com) A senior state official said China is quite possible to overtake the United States as the World No.1 car market for all of 2009, but he also ... Continue reading
Ford Launches All-New Transit Connect, Adding to Market-Leading Commercial Vehicle Fleet
- Ford fills an unmet U.S. commercial business need with Transit Connect, an industry-exclusive vehicle specifically developed for small business owners - Low operating and ownership costs, 135 cubic feet of cargo space, a 1,600 pound payload capacity and various cargo management systems make Transit Connect a smart so ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Partners with Passenger to Launch Online Customer Community
LOS ANGELES--Hyundai Motor America today announced it has partnered with Passenger, the technology leader in on-demand Customer Collaboration, to create the âHyundai Think Tank,â a private online community for Hyundai owners. Hyundai Think Tank members will help shape the future of the brand and new products ... Continue reading
Wonder Auto to Participate at ROTH Capital Partners' 21st Annual OC Conference
JINZHOU CITY, China, Feb 9 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Wonder Auto Technology Inc. (''Wonder Auto''), a leading manufacturer of automotive electrical and suspension parts in China, today announced that it is scheduled to participate at the ROTH Capital Partners' 21st Annual OC Conference at the Ritz Carlton Laguna N ... Continue reading
SAN DIEGO, Feb. 9 -- Audatex North America Inc. today released the Winter 2009 volume of its industry trends publication, Audatex Directions. The feature article in this latest issue provides an in-depth exploration of the factors that drive hybrid repair costs. Audatex vehicle and repair data shows that, on average in ... Continue reading
Braintech Delivers Vision Guided Robotic Software for Sony Smart Camera Solutions
MCLEAN, Va.--Braintech Inc. has certified its eVisionFactory Lite (eVF Lite) software to run on Sony Electronicsâ new generation of Smart Cameras (XCI-SX100/XP), creating a compact vision system suitable for a broad spectrum of 2D and 3D robotic vision guidance applications in the automotive, pharmaceutical, food ... Continue reading
Textron Announces Finance Management Changes
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--Textron Inc. today announced several finance management changes effective immediately. Textron Financial Corporation (TFC) will now report directly to Textron President and Chief Operating Officer Scott C. Donnelly. TFC previously reported to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Ted R. ... Continue reading
Heartland Automotive Services, Inc. Emerges From Chapter 11
OMAHA, Neb., Feb. 9 -- Heartland Automotive Services, Inc. (HASI), America's largest Jiffy Lube Franchisee, announced today that it has officially emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Eric Glover, HASI's chief executive officer, said, "We are excited about and fully committed to a successful partnership with Jiffy Lube ... Continue reading
China XD Plastics to Attend the Roth Capital Conference in California
HARBIN, China, Feb. 9 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China XD Plastics Company Ltd. ("China XD Plastics" or the "Company"), (OTC: CXDC) (BULLETIN BOARD: CXDC) , as the largest Chinese manufacturer of modified plastics for automotive applications, is engaged in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of modifie ... Continue reading
JMPR Public Relations Named Agency of Record for Mota Motors Inc.
WOODLAND HILLS, Calif., Feb. 9 -- Mota Motors Inc., has engaged JMPR Public Relations to assist with public relations services and media relations initiatives for Mota.com - the company's comprehensive online service that enables private party Buyers and Sellers of used vehicles to come together in a safe, simple, and ... Continue reading
Web Based Fleet and Car Rental Management:
Dear Manager, Let me take this Opportunity to introduce us Information Dynamics LLC as a leading IT Solutions company headquartered in Dubai with offices in India, Oman, South Africa, and Saudi Arabia with our valued clientele spread across more than 52 countries. We specialize in providing Software Solutions for the R ... Continue reading
Drivers Take the Wheel with Innovative Name Your Price® Functionality
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio--Wouldnât sticking to a budget be easier if you could pick and choose how much you pay for things like cable television, dry cleaning, or even groceries? Well, unfortunately you can't tell the cable guy that you only want to pay $5 for service this month. But now you can tell your car insura ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7899eb/uk_refrigerat ed_ro) has announced the addition of the "UK Refrigerated Road Transport Market" report to their offering. The Freight industry has become a major part of the UK economy, due to a continuous increase in domestic consum ... Continue reading
inthinc Expands Sales Organization
SALT LAKE CITY--inthinc, a developer and manufacturer of technologies to improve driving safety, today announced the expansion of its sales force to aggressively capitalize on growth opportunities. The sales organization is expanding to address new products that will be introduced this year, as well as new markets that ... Continue reading
New BMW 7 Series Features Unique Aluminium Technology
ZURICH, Switzerland, February 9 -- - Novelis Fusion(TM) is a "world first" on BMW flagship model The new BMW 7 Series saloon, which made its debut in November, 2008, with a host of "world firsts," cruises out of showrooms with lightweight door components made from a unique aluminium product called Novelis Fusion(TM). T ... Continue reading
LDV DEALER AWARDED GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL CONTRACT
A LDV dealer in Scotland has won a four year service and maintenance contract with Glasgow City Council. For further information please see the release below. Kind regards Sue Foster. Connect PR. Telephone 01902 714957 - 07850274889. ... Continue reading
Advanced ID Corporation Issues Letter to Shareholders
CALGARY, Alberta--Advanced ID Corporation (OTCBB: AIDO) issued the following Letter to Shareholders today: Dear Advanced ID Shareholder: As we enter the New Year, I would like to take this opportunity to summarize the goals we have established for 2009. You are all well aware of the challenges we faced in 2008 with the ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/6b6594/2009_worldwid e_aut) has announced the addition of the "2009 Worldwide Automobile Parts & Supplies Wholesales Report" report to their offering. The Automobile Parts & Supplies Wholesales report, published annually, contains timely a ... Continue reading
AYES Announces Departure of Executive Director
TROY, Mich., Feb. 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) has announced that Susan Moe, Executive Director of AYES has elected to resign effective February 13, 2009. She has served as Executive Director since 2007 and has been instrumental in guiding the organization through its recent ... Continue reading
ALSA Paints Launches a High Performance Line of HVLP Spray Guns
VELOCITY Spray Guns by ALSA: for Painters seeking Ultra Performance LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9 -- ALSA automotive paints, the manufacturer which built its reputation on unique paints, has launched a line of super performance HVLP spray guns, which are value priced to meet the challenges of the ever-changing collision and repa ... Continue reading
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/78dc45/snowmobiles_g lob) has announced the addition of the "Snowmobiles - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Snowmobiles in Units and US$ Million. The report provides ... Continue reading
Carbon Motors Selects L-3 Communications
ATLANTA--Carbon Motors Corporation today announced its selection of L-3 Displays Group to use their law enforcement system interface equipment for the Carbon E7, the worldâs first purpose-built law enforcement patrol vehicle. L-3 will provide key components to the Carbon E7âs On Board Rapid Command Architectu ... Continue reading
Esurance Powers Up for World Wildlife Fund's Earth Hour
Auto Insurance Company Announces Partnership that Encourages Powering Down SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 9 -- Esurance, the direct-to-consumer personal auto insurance company, announced the second year of its domestic partnership with World Wildlife Fund for Earth Hour. The event urges individuals and businesses to turn off thei ... Continue reading
JAMA UPDATE NEWS: Pamphlet "On the Road to Sustainable Mobility"
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Classic Ferrari Bids To Set A New World Record
One of the most historically significant and valuable Ferrari racing cars ever offered at auction, the legendary 1957 Ferrari 250 TR (chassis no. 0714TR), will go under the hammer when the famed Ferrari Leggenda e Passione event returns to Ferrari's home, Maranello, on 17 May 2009. ... Continue reading
New E-Guard Models From Mercedes-Benz: Original Bodyshell With A Network Of Protective Features
Shortly after the market launch of the new E-Class, Mercedes-Benz is also offering the world's most successful business saloon as a specially protected E-Guard model. This is mainly distinguishable from the standard model by a network of intelligently conceived protective features of special steel, which are invisibly ... Continue reading
Audi Tradition Displays The Family Silver
Audi Tradition's annual programme for 2009 is centred on the Audi centenary. More than 50 events have been planned. Two dates are especially significant: on 16 July 2009, exactly 100 years after the company was established, Audi is inviting guests to a commemorative ceremony in Ingolstadt; Germany's Chancellor Angela M ... Continue reading
Audi - A Premium Brand with a Proud History
AUDI AG is able to look back on an exciting and varied past - its tradition of automotive and engine manufacturing extends back into the 19th century. It all began with the activities of August Horch, one of Germany's pioneering personalities of automotive construction. ... Continue reading
Major Boost To Honda Car Network
Honda (UK) has announced five new dealership appointments to strengthen its UK network and underpin consumer confidence. The five Honda sites will continue to serve Honda customers in the local communities following their takeover by three dealer groups. ... Continue reading
Business As Usual For Ssangyong
A South Korean court last Friday granted 'court receivership' status to SsangYong Motor (SYMC), paving the way for radical restructuring and the opportunity of forging a stronger and leaner company with a more diversified product range. ... Continue reading
New Suzuki Alto Set To Clean Up
When the new Suzuki Alto goes on sale in the UK on 01 March 2009, it will stake its claim as being the lowest emitting five-door petrol family car on the market. The Alto is the fifth global strategic model in the Suzuki line-up and is powered by a three-cylinder 67 bhp 1.0-litre engine producing emissions of just 103 ... Continue reading
Bucking The Trend - Mitsubishi's Dealer Of The Year
A Mitsubishi dealer since 1976, just two years after Mitsubishi's only authorised importer and distributor started selling in the UK, Devonshire Motors has been a consistent advocate of the brand. ... Continue reading
Seat Is Presenting The New 2009 Leon And Altea Models At The Upcoming Geneva Motor Show
Taking place from 5 to 15 March, 2009, the Geneva Motor Show is the backdrop chosen by SEAT to showcase the new 2009 León and Altea models for the first time. With these models, the Spanish brand's intermediate range has undergone a considerable evolution, with their identity traits visible on the front and rear of al ... Continue reading
Hyundai to Reveal SUV Concept at Geneva Motor Show
Hyundai is to unveil an all-new concept car at this year's Salon International de L'Automobile in Geneva on March 3rd. This innovative concept portrays a dramatic new look for compact SUVs and was styled at the company's European Design headquarters in Rüsselsheim, Germany. ... Continue reading
Kia Challenges the Credit Crunch With Cracking Offers - and a Price Freeze
Kia Motors is running a number of hot offers to beat the winter chill and kick the credit crunch where it hurts. Two special models, Picanto Red and Rio Black, represent significant value over and above run of the mill competitors. And Kia is welcoming one particular type of freeze right now - that's the one applied to ... Continue reading
Kia's new segment-busting Soul has made its first impression on six major UK cities this week with the instalment of six specially commissioned pieces of Soul inspired street art. ... Continue reading
Nissan Net Loss at 83.2 Billion Yen in Third Quarter FY08
Nissan Motor Co. Ltd, today announced financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2008, ending March 31, 2009, as well as for the first nine months. In the third quarter, the consolidated net loss after tax came to 83.2 billion yen (US $0.81 billion, euro 0.55 billion), compared to net income of 132.2 billio ... Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific to Donate to the Victorian Bushfire Fund
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific (MBAuP), the importer and distributor of Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Sterling and Mitsubishi Fuso vehicles in the Australia/Pacific region, has today announced it will be donating an initial sum of $107,000 to the Victorian Bushfire Fund. ... Continue reading
Ford to Offer First Battery Electric Commercial Vehicle on Global Transit Connect Platform
- The first product in Ford's aggressive new electric vehicle plan, a battery electric-powered version of Ford's global Transit Connect commercial vehicle, will be offered in 2010 - Ford is collaborating with Europe's leading battery electric commercial vehicle upfitter -- Smith Electric Vehicles, a unit of the Tanfiel ... Continue reading
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