Gary Scelzi 2006 season preview (Motorsport.com) FRESNO, Calif. (Feb. 3,

Gary Scelzi 2006 season preview (Motorsport.com)
FRESNO, Calif. (Feb. 3, 2006) - Fit, fast, fierce and focused, Fresnan Gary Scelzi, the 2005 Funny Car champion, is ready to hit the quarter-mile running at the 2006 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series season-opening CARQUEST Auto Parts Winternationals at Pomona (Calif.) Raceway next week.

Foreign Automakers Offset Job Losses in U.S. (NPR)
Announced layoffs at Ford and GM have made headlines, but do not necessarily reflect the health of the U.S. auto industry's job market. Over the past 15 years, the number of people building autos and making parts in the United States has held just about steady, thanks to hiring by foreign automakers.

Somboon expects 25% growth (Bangkok Post)
Somboon Advance Technology Plc (SAT), a listed auto parts producer, expects 25% growth in sales to 4.7 billion baht this year due to continuous growth in the economy and the vehicle industry.

Buick Enclave Debut
This luxury crossover SUV with high-tech features, which debuted at the auto show in Detroit, should be in production during 2007.
Editors of MSN Autos

Vote for Your Favorite!
Vote now for the best concept car of the NAIAS 2006 in Detroit.
Editors of MSN Autos

Gary Scelzi 2006 season preview (Motorsport.com) FRESNO, Calif. (Feb. 3,

Gary Scelzi 2006 season preview (Motorsport.com)
FRESNO, Calif. (Feb. 3, 2006) - Fit, fast, fierce and focused, Fresnan Gary Scelzi, the 2005 Funny Car champion, is ready to hit the quarter-mile running at the 2006 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series season-opening CARQUEST Auto Parts Winternationals at Pomona (Calif.) Raceway next week.

Foreign Automakers Offset Job Losses in U.S. (NPR)
Announced layoffs at Ford and GM have made headlines, but do not necessarily reflect the health of the U.S. auto industry's job market. Over the past 15 years, the number of people building autos and making parts in the United States has held just about steady, thanks to hiring by foreign automakers.

Foreign Automakers Offset Job Losses in U.S. (NPR) Announced layoffs

Foreign Automakers Offset Job Losses in U.S. (NPR)
Announced layoffs at Ford and GM have made headlines, but do not necessarily reflect the health of the U.S. auto industry's job market. Over the past 15 years, the number of people building autos and making parts in the United States has held just about steady, thanks to hiring by foreign automakers.

The 2004 Top 100 (Training Magazine)
By Tammy Galvin Click here to view the Top 100 ranking. "If you can't measure it, you can't manage it." If this oft-used phrase is true, then this year's Training Top 100 companies have the management of workforce development programs down to a science.

Teardown Artists Dissect Rivals (Wired News)
First, buy the hottest new car on the lot. Then rip it to pieces. Inside General Motors' chop shop, engineers take (apart) the competition very seriously. By Carl Hoffman from Wired magazine.

Six held in bust of illegal auto parts operation (Honolulu Advertiser)
Six people were arrested yesterday afternoon after the raid of a suspected Pearl City "chop shop," which police called a significant operation in the stolen auto parts trade.

NetApp Unveils Two New VTLs (CRN)
Network Appliance this week is introducing its first virtual tape library and in the process is helping its channel partners go to enterprise data centers with a product that complements customers existing storage infrastructures.

Early Version Of Linksys One Comes Up Short (ChannelWeb)
Cisco Systems Linksys division says it s still on track for a nationwide rollout this fall of the Linksys One hosted VoIP offering for small businesses, but several partners who recently saw live demonstrations of the product said the current version falls short of their expectations.

Ban on import of used auto parts could stay (Daily Times)
By Imran Ayub KARACHI: The federal ministry of industries and production has strongly opposed a proposal mainly from the Central Board of Revenue to amend the import policy and allow the import of used auto parts to curb $1billion smuggling. Sources close to the industry and in

Somboon expects 25% growth (Bangkok Post) Somboon Advance Technology Plc

Somboon expects 25% growth (Bangkok Post)
Somboon Advance Technology Plc (SAT), a listed auto parts producer, expects 25% growth in sales to 4.7 billion baht this year due to continuous growth in the economy and the vehicle industry.

Lincoln's New Luxury CUV
Lincoln unveils a feature-rich crossover-utility vehicle with advanced safety features.
Editors of MSN Autos

Foreign Automakers Offset Job Losses in U.S. (NPR)
Announced layoffs at Ford and GM have made headlines, but do not necessarily reflect the health of the U.S. auto industry's job market. Over the past 15 years, the number of people building autos and making parts in the United States has held just about steady, thanks to hiring by foreign automakers.

Asia Letter: A diplomatic presence in more than name only (International Herald Tribune)
Paul Berg, America's man in Medan, the sweltering capital of north Sumatra, was making the rounds the other day.

Selectmen withhold license until salvage yard fixes fence (Sentinel & Enterprise)
WESTMINSTER -- Selectmen agreed Monday night to require that a used auto parts and salvage yard owner repair a fence on the property before they will consider granting him a new license.

Another 5-year high for Nikkei (CNN Money)
Japanese stock index soars 1.4% on the strength of solid earnings reports; Matsushita may help Friday.

The 2004 Top 100 (Training Magazine)
By Tammy Galvin Click here to view the Top 100 ranking. "If you can't measure it, you can't manage it." If this oft-used phrase is true, then this year's Training Top 100 companies have the management of workforce development programs down to a science.

The 2004 Top 100 (Training Magazine) By Tammy Galvin Click

The 2004 Top 100 (Training Magazine)
By Tammy Galvin Click here to view the Top 100 ranking. "If you can't measure it, you can't manage it." If this oft-used phrase is true, then this year's Training Top 100 companies have the management of workforce development programs down to a science.

Whose land is it? (Pioneer Press)
It's been used to board up seedy porn theaters, but little old ladies feel threatened by it. It has helped clean up toxic dumps, but men of the cloth fear its wrath. Post a Comment

Buick Enclave Debut
This luxury crossover SUV with high-tech features, which debuted at the auto show in Detroit, should be in production during 2007.
Editors of MSN Autos

Lexus Claims 'World's Best Car'
The luxury carmaker claims to have the world?s best car in an all-new flagship.
Editors of MSN Autos

Volvo to Offer New Small Car
The Swedish automaker unveils a small car intended for young professionals in urban areas.
Editors of MSN Autos

Ban on import of used auto parts could stay (Daily Times)
By Imran Ayub KARACHI: The federal ministry of industries and production has strongly opposed a proposal mainly from the Central Board of Revenue to amend the import policy and allow the import of used auto parts to curb $1billion smuggling. Sources close to the industry and in

Stopol Announces $1 Million Global Expansion Project; Solon Company Looks to Increase Visibility, Presence in Latin (The Auto Channel)
SOLON, Ohio--Jan. 3, 20061, 2006--Stopol, Inc. -- a leader in managing auctions and the acquisition and sale of production equipment, parts, businesses, divisions, product lines and manufacturing licenses in the plastics industry -- is launching a $1 million global expansion initiative to increase its visibility and presence throughout the world, particularly in Latin America.

WHOSE LAND IS IT? (Pioneer Press)
It's been used to board up seedy porn theaters, but little old ladies feel threatened by it. It has helped clean up toxic dumps, but men of the cloth fear its wrath.

Selectmen withhold license until salvage yard fixes fence (Sentinel & Enterprise)
WESTMINSTER -- Selectmen agreed Monday night to require that a used auto parts and salvage yard owner repair a fence on the property before they will consider granting him a new license.

Whose land is it? (Pioneer Press) It's been used to

Whose land is it? (Pioneer Press)
It's been used to board up seedy porn theaters, but little old ladies feel threatened by it. It has helped clean up toxic dumps, but men of the cloth fear its wrath. Post a Comment

The 2004 Top 100 (Training Magazine) By Tammy Galvin Click

The 2004 Top 100 (Training Magazine)
By Tammy Galvin Click here to view the Top 100 ranking. "If you can't measure it, you can't manage it." If this oft-used phrase is true, then this year's Training Top 100 companies have the management of workforce development programs down to a science.

Selectmen withhold license until salvage yard fixes fence (Sentinel & Enterprise)
WESTMINSTER -- Selectmen agreed Monday night to require that a used auto parts and salvage yard owner repair a fence on the property before they will consider granting him a new license.

Preview: 2007 Toyota Camry
With sleeker styling, a more powerful engine and a new hybrid version, America's best-selling car sets a new benchmark.
Ann Job

Volvo to Offer New Small Car
The Swedish automaker unveils a small car intended for young professionals in urban areas.
Editors of MSN Autos

Muscle Cars Roar Onto The Block (BusinessWeek Online via Yahoo!

Muscle Cars Roar Onto The Block (BusinessWeek Online via Yahoo! News)
Every year, thousands of motorheads from around the world flock to Scottsdale, Ariz., in late January for a series of classic car auctions. Prewar American favorites such as Duesenbergs or Packards and rarified European sports cars from the likes of Aston Martin and Jaguar used to be the main attractions, as they are at the Monterey (Calif.) classic car show and auctions held every August. But

Selectmen withhold license until salvage yard fixes fence (Sentinel & Enterprise)
WESTMINSTER -- Selectmen agreed Monday night to require that a used auto parts and salvage yard owner repair a fence on the property before they will consider granting him a new license.

Auto-export rules liberalized further (ABS-CBNNEWS.com)
The Arroyo administration has liberalized the rules governing its automotive export program to allow more assemblers and parts suppliers to participate and avail of the various tax and other perks on offer.

Avoid Katrina's wrath at the used car lot (Contra Costa Times)
Flood-damaged cars from the Gulf region have been showing up in California, state officials say, posing a risk for unsuspecting used car buyers. Because of that, California Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi and AAA of Northern California issued a warning Thursday to consumers to conduct thorough background checks before purchasing a used vehicle.

BMW M6 revs into showrooms for spring (Fort Wayne Journal

BMW M6 revs into showrooms for spring (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)
BMW used the Los Angeles International Auto Show to introduce the most sophisticated and powerful 6 Series coupe ever, the M6. Boasting 10 cylinders and 507 horsepower, the M6 promises to be one of the most impressive performing cars on the market.

Lincoln's New Luxury CUVLincoln unveils a feature-rich crossover-utility vehicle with

Lincoln's New Luxury CUV
Lincoln unveils a feature-rich crossover-utility vehicle with advanced safety features.
Editors of MSN Autos

Putting the Motor City Back in Gear (New York Times)
Whether retreat or rout, what can be done to reverse the fortunes of Detroit's Big Three? Five auto industry analysts tried to answer that question.

Avoid Katrina's wrath at the used car lot (Contra Costa Times)
Flood-damaged cars from the Gulf region have been showing up in California, state officials say, posing a risk for unsuspecting used car buyers. Because of that, California Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi and AAA of Northern California issued a warning Thursday to consumers to conduct thorough background checks before purchasing a used vehicle.

Six held in bust of illegal auto parts operation (Honolulu Advertiser)
Six people were arrested yesterday afternoon after the raid of a suspected Pearl City "chop shop," which police called a significant operation in the stolen auto parts trade.

Many Thai businesses continue to enjoy impressive growth this year:KRC (MCOT)
BANGKOK, Jan 30 (TNA) Vehicle and parts, natural rubber, and construction businesses are among Thai businesses projected to enjoy a continued impressive growth this year, according to the KASIKORN Research Center (KRC).

Auto-export rules liberalized further (ABS-CBNNEWS.com)
The Arroyo administration has liberalized the rules governing its automotive export program to allow more assemblers and parts suppliers to participate and avail of the various tax and other perks on offer.

BMW M6 revs into showrooms for spring (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)
BMW used the Los Angeles International Auto Show to introduce the most sophisticated and powerful 6 Series coupe ever, the M6. Boasting 10 cylinders and 507 horsepower, the M6 promises to be one of the most impressive performing cars on the market.

2006 Rolex 24 at Daytona
Coverage of the world's toughest sports car endurance race.
Editors of MSN Autos

Muscle Cars Roar Onto The Block (BusinessWeek Online via Yahoo! News)
Every year, thousands of motorheads from around the world flock to Scottsdale, Ariz., in late January for a series of classic car auctions. Prewar American favorites such as Duesenbergs or Packards and rarified European sports cars from the likes of Aston Martin and Jaguar used to be the main attractions, as they are at the Monterey (Calif.) classic car show and auctions held every August. But

Retirees fight Ford, UAW deal (Detroit News) A group of

Retirees fight Ford, UAW deal (Detroit News)
A group of retired hourly workers from Ford Motor Co. is challenging in court a landmark health care agreement struck in December between Ford and the United Auto Workers union that cuts retiree benefits.

Camry to Get Hybrid Version Soon
The best-selling passenger car in the U.S. will soon get a hybrid version.
Editors of MSN Autos

CBR for import of used auto parts (Daily Times)
By Imran Ayub KARACHI: The Central Board of Revenue has asked the commerce ministry to amend the import policy and allow the import of used auto parts to check $1 billion smuggling, but the proposal faces tough resistance from importers and local vendors. The CBR had sent a summary

Many Thai businesses continue to enjoy impressive growth this year:KRC (MCOT)
BANGKOK, Jan 30 (TNA) Vehicle and parts, natural rubber, and construction businesses are among Thai businesses projected to enjoy a continued impressive growth this year, according to the KASIKORN Research Center (KRC).

Volvo to Offer New Small Car
The Swedish automaker unveils a small car intended for young professionals in urban areas.
Editors of MSN Autos

Lincoln's New Luxury CUV
Lincoln unveils a feature-rich crossover-utility vehicle with advanced safety features.
Editors of MSN Autos

Lexus Claims 'World's Best Car'
The luxury carmaker claims to have the world?s best car in an all-new flagship.
Editors of MSN Autos

Preview: 2007 Toyota Camry
With sleeker styling, a more powerful engine and a new hybrid version, America's best-selling car sets a new benchmark.
Ann Job

Lexus Claims 'World's Best Car'The luxury carmaker claims to have

Lexus Claims 'World's Best Car'
The luxury carmaker claims to have the world?s best car in an all-new flagship.
Editors of MSN Autos

Putting the Motor City Back in Gear (New York Times)
Whether retreat or rout, what can be done to reverse the fortunes of Detroit's Big Three? Five auto industry analysts tried to answer that question.

Volvo to Offer New Small Car
The Swedish automaker unveils a small car intended for young professionals in urban areas.
Editors of MSN Autos

BMW M6 revs into showrooms for spring (Fort Wayne Journal Gazette)
BMW used the Los Angeles International Auto Show to introduce the most sophisticated and powerful 6 Series coupe ever, the M6. Boasting 10 cylinders and 507 horsepower, the M6 promises to be one of the most impressive performing cars on the market.

CBR for import of used auto parts (Daily Times)
By Imran Ayub KARACHI: The Central Board of Revenue has asked the commerce ministry to amend the import policy and allow the import of used auto parts to check $1 billion smuggling, but the proposal faces tough resistance from importers and local vendors. The CBR had sent a summary

Toyota Auto to build RM150m auto parts plant (The Edge Daily)
Japanese auto parts maker, Toyota Auto Body Co Ltd (TAB), is investing RM150 million to build a plant in Shah Alam to cater to the Toyota marque's production requirements in Malaysia.

Six held in bust of illegal auto parts operation (Honolulu

Six held in bust of illegal auto parts operation (Honolulu Advertiser)
Six people were arrested yesterday afternoon after the raid of a suspected Pearl City "chop shop," which police called a significant operation in the stolen auto parts trade.

CBR for import of used auto parts (Daily Times)
By Imran Ayub KARACHI: The Central Board of Revenue has asked the commerce ministry to amend the import policy and allow the import of used auto parts to check $1 billion smuggling, but the proposal faces tough resistance from importers and local vendors. The CBR had sent a summary

High-End Luxury Vehicles Without Rival
Luxury automobiles priced above $100,000.
Editors of MSN Autos

Advance Auto Parts to open store in Nashville (Rocky Mount Telegram)
NASHVILLE Advance Auto Parts is coming to Nashville.

Lincoln's New Luxury CUV
Lincoln unveils a feature-rich crossover-utility vehicle with advanced safety features.
Editors of MSN Autos

Avoid Katrina's wrath at the used car lot (Contra Costa Times)
Flood-damaged cars from the Gulf region have been showing up in California, state officials say, posing a risk for unsuspecting used car buyers. Because of that, California Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi and AAA of Northern California issued a warning Thursday to consumers to conduct thorough background checks before purchasing a used vehicle.

Toyota Auto to build RM150m auto parts plant (The Edge Daily)
Japanese auto parts maker, Toyota Auto Body Co Ltd (TAB), is investing RM150 million to build a plant in Shah Alam to cater to the Toyota marque's production requirements in Malaysia.

Treasure Hunting for Auto Parts (BusinessWeek Online via Yahoo! News)
The saying, "One man's junk is another man's treasure" has never been more true than it is with old car parts. Several times I have stopped myself short of throwing out what I considered to be useless parts, just so later on I could stuff them in the back of my truck for a trip to the local swap meet. For the most part, I ended up selling what I planned to throw away; you never can tell what

Putting the Motor City Back in Gear (New York Times)
Whether retreat or rout, what can be done to reverse the fortunes of Detroit's Big Three? Five auto industry analysts tried to answer that question.