Distributors Who Continue to Sell Illegal Metal Bull Bars Face Imprisonment
Apr 13, 2007
WOLVERHAMPTON, England, April 12 -- From 25th May 2007, Minister of State for Transport has confirmed it is illegal to continue to manufacture and sell metal bull bars that do not comply with the new EU legislation (Directive 2005/66/EC) for pedestrian protection. The maximum penalty to be imposed within the UK is 12 m ... Continue reading
Checking Tire Pressure Can Save Lives and Money at the Pump - VIDEO ENHANCED
Apr 11, 2007
PHILADELPHIA--Recognizing that underinflated tires are responsible for automobile crashes that result in 660 fatalities and 33,000 injuries each year, The Pep Boys â Manny, Moe & Jack , the nationâs leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, will promote National Tire Safety Week April 22-28 in ... Continue reading
Glide into the Spring Driving Season with These Tips
Apr 11, 2007
FAIRFAX, Va.--Springtime. The fresh buds on the trees are just beginning to open, while the stale salty residue on your car has seemingly become permanent. While spring cleaning is a normal occurrence in most households, most people donât perform that same due diligence with their cars. Get with it! You and your c ... Continue reading
Is Your Car Ready for Spring Break?
Apr 6, 2007
BETHESDA, Md., April 5 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Deep down, you know your car should be checked out before hitting the road for Spring Break, but with so many other things left to do, some folks put it off. Bad idea, says the Car Care Council, especially when motorists realize that in as little as 10 minutes, they can ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. Appoints Robert J. Majteles as Chairman of the Board of Directors
Apr 3, 2007
CARSON, Calif., April 2 -- U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. , a leading online provider of aftermarket auto parts and accessories, today announced it has appointed Robert J. Majteles to serve as the Chairman of the Board of the Company's Board of Directors. "I am looking forward to working closely with Rob as we continue ... Continue reading
Experts Say "Tires Most Important Safety Element, Also Most Neglected" - VIDEO STORY
Mar 29, 2007
DETROIT - March 29, 2007: Car and safety experts from AAA say after the winter, drivers should double-check their tires and ensure they are properly inflated. While tires are the most important safety element on a vehicle, they are also the most neglected. A survey by the Car Care Council found that 21 percent of cars ... Continue reading
Mar 29, 2007
SAN DIEGO--Lerach Coughlin Stoia Geller Rudman & Robbins LLP (âLerach Coughlinâ) (http://www.lerachlaw.com/cases/usautoparts/) today announced that a class action has been commenced in the United States District Court for the Central District of California on behalf of all persons or entities who acquired the ... Continue reading
Cooper Tire Unveils CS4 Touring at San Antonio Test Track
Mar 21, 2007
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2007 COMPANY CONTACT Michelle Zeisloft Cooper Tire (419) 424-4251 mrzeisloft@coopertire.com Cooper Tire Unveils CS4 Touring at San Antonio Test Track FINDLAY, OHIO, MARCH 20, 2007 - COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY today introduced the next level in all-season premium touring tires - the Coo ... Continue reading
Florida State Senator Dave Aronberg Introduces 'Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act,'
Mar 21, 2007
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- "Florida motorists and the automotive independent repair industry thank State Senator Dave Aronberg (D-Greenacres) for introducing 'The Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act', SB 2890," stated David Parde, president, The Coalition for Auto Repair Equality (CARE). ... Continue reading
Pep Boys to Allow Shareholder Rights Plan to Lapse
Mar 21, 2007
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys âManny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, announced that its Board of Directors has determined to allow the Companyâs Shareholder Rights Plan to expire, in accordance with its terms, on December 31, 2007. Pep Boys has 593 stores and m ... Continue reading
U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. Reports Record Sales of $120 Million
Mar 20, 2007
Fourth Quarter 2006 Net Sales Increase 134% to $36.8 Million Over 2005 CARSON, Calif., March 20 -- U.S. Auto Parts Network, Inc. , a leading online provider of aftermarket auto parts and accessories, today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2006. Net sales for the f ... Continue reading
North America's Largest Auto Show Generates $181 Million for New York City's Economy
Mar 19, 2007
New York International Automobile Show Releases Economic Impact Study NEW YORK, March 19 -- With less than three weeks before the annual New York International Auto Show opens its doors to the press and public, the event's organizer announced the economic impact results from last year's Show, revealing more than $181 m ... Continue reading
Mar 14, 2007
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, announced the following results for the fourteen weeks (fourth quarter) and fifty-three weeks (fiscal year) ended February 3, 2007. Operating Results Fourth Quarter Sales Sales for the fourteen weeks e ... Continue reading
Pep Boys Names Jeffrey C. Rachor President & CEO
Mar 14, 2007
PHILADELPHIA--The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack , the nation's leading automotive aftermarket retail and service chain, announced the appointment of Jeffrey C. Rachor (http://www.pepboys.com/extra.html) as its new President & Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Rachor, who is expected to start in his position with Pep Boys by ... Continue reading
Styling & Performance Magazine Is the Newest Title From Advanstar Automotive Aftermarket Group
Mar 14, 2007
New specialty parts publication will launch in July 2007 with unique online focus SANTA ANA, Calif., March 13 -- Advanstar Communications -- a leading provider of integrated media solutions to the automotive aftermarket, off-road, and powersports industries -- today announced the launch of a new publication and web por ... Continue reading
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