Marketwire - Automotive

Baker Business Systems Puts a Dent in IT Costs With Xsigo

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:52:00 EST

Automotive Repair SaaS Solution Provider Deploys Xsigo Virtual I/O to Gain Performance and Cut Data Center Costs by 30%

RIFCO Lends $100 Millionth Dollar

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:20:00 EST

RED DEER, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Jan. 7, 2009) - RIFCO Inc. (TSX VENTURE:RFC) is pleased to report that in November 2008, it reached a milestone by lending its 100 millionth dollar. RIFCO began operations in November 2001, and a few months later originated its first consumer loan in February 2002. RIFCO started with a plan, very little money, and aspirations to become a significant market participant in the Canadian automotive finance industry. By the end of its first month of operations, RIFCO had advanced almost $100 thousand dollars in loans. The following year, loans advanced neared $2 million dollars. The 2004 amount was closer to $5 million and the 2005 loans advanced totaled nearly $10 million dollars.

Mike Grannan Named COO of RaySat Broadcasting Corporation

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:00:00 EST

Former AT&T Business Development Executive Joins Company to Direct Business Operations as It Launches Revolutionary New AT&T CruiseCast(SM) In-Car Entertainment Service

Ultimate Sports, Inc. Signs LOI to Acquire ePower Synergies

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 09:00:00 EST

LAFAYETTE, IN--(Marketwire - January 7, 2009) - Ultimate Sports Inc. (PINKSHEETS: USPS), a manufacturer and supplier to the recreational vehicle industry, today announced that the company has signed a Letter of Intent to acquire ePower Synergies, a provider of alternative energy vehicles.

ePower Synergies was founded by Bruce Wood, the former director of John Deere's ePower technologies. The company has developed and markets a personal transporter called the RIDE� which competes directly against the Segway in the personal transporter vehicle market. Through its superior product offerings, ePower is well poised to benefit from the increased global demand for renewable energy innovations.

Morrow Equipment Selects Remote Dynamics as Partner to Manage Fleet of Cranes and Hoists

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 08:00:00 EST

PLANO, TX--(Marketwire - January 7, 2009) - Remote Dynamics, Inc. (OTCBB: RMTD), a leading provider of GPS vehicle tracking solutions, today announced Morrow Equipment has selected Remote Dynamics to be its fleet management partner.

REDIview is used by hundreds of service, construction and equipment rental companies for real-time asset tracking, maintenance management, billing and security monitoring. REDIview operates on a wide variety of vehicles and construction equipment including tower cranes, mobile cranes and construction hoists.

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. to Present at the 2009 Auto Analysts of New York Conference in Detroit, MI

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:15:00 EST

PARK RIDGE, NJ--(Marketwire - January 6, 2009) -

Event:           Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.'s Executive Vice President and
                 Chief Financial Officer Elyse Douglas to speak at the 2009
                 AANY Conference in Detroit, MI.  In addition, Joseph
                 Nothwang and Gerald Plescia, the company presidents of
                 worldwide car rental operations and equipment rental
                 business, will also be available for questions.

Time/Date:       10:15 AM (ET) on Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Internet Access: Hertz's presentation will be broadcast live through an
                 audio webcast available from the Investor Relations
                 section of Hertz's website,
                 www.hertz.com/investorrelations.  Presentation slides will
                 be available for download at the site and the webcast will
                 be available for replay until Ja

Librestream Announces the Selection of its Onsight Mobile Collaboration System by Nine Canadian Jurisdictions

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 16:00:00 EST

WINNIPEG, MANITOBA--(Marketwire - Jan. 6, 2009) - Librestream, the leader in Mobile Collaboration solutions, is pleased to announce that Onsight was selected as an approved general exam camera as part of the National Telehealth Videoconference Equipment RFP issued jointly by nine Canadian jurisdictions. The procurement process was funded by Canada Health Infoway. "Canada Health Infoway plays a critical development and leadership role within various telehealth initiatives across the country. This is an example of Canadian jurisdictions working together to find the best of breed solutions," explains Mark Ahrens-Townsend, EVP Business Development, Librestream.

LeaseTrader.com's Auto Lease Transfer Marketplace Brought Increased Liquidity to Auto Industry in 2008

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:01:00 EST

MIAMI, FL--(Marketwire - January 6, 2009) - LeaseTrader.com, the nationwide online marketplace for car lease transfers, today announced it has bucked the trend in automotive market liquidity with a 28 percent rise in lease transfer transactions in December 2008. Vehicle lease holders are increasingly exercising the option of transferring their lease to a credit-qualified shopper in the market for a short-term lease.

Like the housing market, no liquidity is a leading reason why the auto market suffered through one of its worst years for sales in recent memory. GM, Ford, Honda and Toyota all posted sales declines of at least 30 percent for December, finishing 2008 with total sales plummeting from recent years due to the recession, a mid-year spike in gas prices, a credit freeze and liquidity that dried up from a lack of buyers.

Ventes de d�cembre et de fin d'ann�e 2008 de GM Canada

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:07:00 EST

(Les mois de d�cembre 2007 et 2008 comportaient tous deux 25 jours de vente.)

Belron US Completes the Acquisition of Cindy Rowe Auto Glass

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:30:00 EST

COLUMBUS, OH--(Marketwire - January 6, 2009) - Belron US, the nation's leading vehicle glass repair and replacement company, has completed the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Cindy Rowe Auto Glass.

Cindy Rowe Auto Glass is a well-respected company with the prominent vehicle glass repair and replacement brand in the central Pennsylvania area.

"Cindy Rowe's excellent service delivery and high brand recognition made it attractive to us," said Tom Feeney, Belron US president and CEO. "We feel the acquisition is fully aligned to our goal to become the 'natural choice' for vehicle glass repair and replacement services in the U.S."

STWA in Discussions With Temple University to Redefine Licensing Agreement and Further Secure Technology Rights

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:00:00 EST

MORGAN HILL, CA--(Marketwire - January 6, 2009) - Save The World Air, Inc. (OTCBB: ZERO) today announced that it is in discussions with Temple University to redefine and secure the company's technology rights in preparation for bringing the products to market in an expeditious and responsible manner.

Cecil Bond Kyte, Chairman of Save The World Air, Inc., commented, "I recently traveled to Temple and met personally with Steve Nappi, Director of Tech Transfer Operations for the University. We had a productive discussion regarding the current licensing agreement, our status as it regards to payments, and how the licensing agreement could be improved to benefit both STWA and Temple.

Winnebago Industries Receives 'Fully Meets' Classification From Ford Motor Company's Truck Quality Program

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:00:00 EST

FOREST CITY, IA--(Marketwire - January 6, 2009) - Winnebago Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WGO), the nation's top-selling motor home manufacturer, was recently recognized by Ford Motor Company as receiving the "fully meets" classification as part of their Truck Quality Program.

In order to earn the "fully meets" classification, companies must meet all minimum requirements, as well as score a minimum of 85 percent on Other Criteria (OC) items. Winnebago Industries earned 97.4 percent in the program, scoring 93.5 points out of 96.

IBM Completes Acquisition of ILOG

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 08:00:00 EST

Acquisition Will Extend IBM Business Process Management Leadership

Senior Decision-Makers Analyze the Impact of the New Administration's Energy Policy on the Transmission Industry

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:44:00 EST

The 11th Annual Edition of the Transmission Industry's Premier Business Meeting

GM Canada December and 2008 Year End Sales

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:38:00 EST

(December 2008 and December 2007 both had 25 selling days)

PDA Inc. Announces Promotion of Katherine Slate to Vice President of Franchise Relations and Corporate Development

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:27:00 EST

FORT WORTH, TX--(Marketwire - January 5, 2009) - PDA Inc. announces the promotion of Katherine Slate to Vice President of Franchise Relations and Corporate Development, effective immediately. Ms. Slate joined PDA in 2005 as Director of Enterprise Development and was promoted to Assistant Vice President in 2007.

Ms. Slate will be responsible for overseeing the advancement of franchise relationships, future corporate development, training and PDA's Client Service Center.

"With over 12 years of franchise experience, Ms. Slate's diverse background is an asset to PDA Inc. and our franchisees. The promotion of Ms. Slate and her areas of focus are a part of PDA's ongoing commitment to providing quality products and services to its clients," said Rodney Caudill, CEO of PDA.

Hydrogen Hybrid, Corp. Selects EquityGroups.com to Create Awareness About Company

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:24:00 EST

EquityGroups.com Creates Renewable Energy Stocks Hydrogen Index

DMG Signs Michael Phelps as Face of Mazda in China

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:00:00 EST

World's Greatest Olympian Breaks China's Sponsorship Record

Anything Trucker, a Subsidiary of Anything Brands Online, Announces Major Progress at Its Anything Trucker Network

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 06:30:00 EST

TUCSON, AZ--(Marketwire - January 5, 2009) - Anything Brands Online, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: ANYT) announced today that its Anything Trucker Division (www.anythingtrucker.com) has its Freight Auction Network operational, anticipating increased revenue as a result of its expanded commercial transportation service offerings in 2009! Anything Trucker has targeted the $165 billion Trucking Industry as a primary market for its products and services.

Hydrogen Hybrid, Corp. Featured in Diesel Power Magazine Editorial Article "Is Hydrogen for You?"

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 06:13:00 EST

The February Edition of Diesel Power Magazine Hit Newsstands January 3rd, 2009

Monaco Coach Corporation Announces Engagement of Imperial Capital, LLC to Evaluate Strategic Alternatives

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 06:00:00 EST

COBURG, OR--(Marketwire - January 5, 2009) - Monaco Coach Corporation (NYSE: MNC), one of the nation's leading manufacturers of recreational vehicles, announced today that it has engaged Imperial Capital, LLC as a financial advisor to assist the Company with its evaluation of strategic alternatives.

The Company intends to consider a variety of financial and strategic alternatives including joint ventures, mergers or other strategic transactions, with a focus on improving liquidity and maintaining its strong balance sheet. In addition, Monaco Coach Corporation has retained Avondale Partners, LLC to evaluate strategic alternatives for Signature Motorhome Resorts business and BMO Capital Markets has been retained for its equine trailer division, Bison Manufacturing, LLC and its specialty trailer division, Roadmaster LLC.