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- New Event in Tulsa, Okla. Added to South Central Division - Who Won
- CORRECTION: Optical Systems, Inc. Signs Marketing Agreement to Target ... - MSN Money
- Fiesta Auto Insurance Navigates the Streets of Franchising and Finds ... - PR-USA.net
- Daredevil Jesse James, BendPak Partner for Ad Campaign - Tire Review
- Crisis created new level of competition with foreign automakers - Detroit News
| New Event in Tulsa, Okla. Added to South Central Division - Who Won Posted: 25 Nov 2009 07:50 AM PST Wednesday, November 25, 2009 New Event in Tulsa, Okla. Added to South Central Division by Zak Elcock GLENDORA, Calif. -- NHRA officials released its 2010 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series schedule today, which features 43 events, with a minimum of five races conducted in each of NHRA's seven divisions. This content has passed through fivefilters.org. |
| CORRECTION: Optical Systems, Inc. Signs Marketing Agreement to Target ... - MSN Money Posted: 25 Nov 2009 08:47 AM PST
HOUSTON, Nov. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In the news release titled "Optical Systems, Inc. signs marketing agreement to target 1,700 East Coast dealerships with its flagship CRM software, Save-a-Deal 2010," issued on November 18, 2009 by PR Newswire, DealerDX, LLC was mistakenly described as a member of the National Association of Minority Dealers (NAMAD), when it is actually a member of the Ford Motors Minority Dealers Association (FMMDA).The corrected news release appears below in its entirety:Houston TX--Automotive Software Designers, Inc., a leading provider of software and services for the automotive retail industry and a wholly owned subsidiary of Optical Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets: OPSY) today announced that it has selected DealerDX, LLC to exclusively market the latest version of the Company's flagship customer relationship management (CRM) software, Save-a-Deal, to automobile and recreational vehicle dealerships across Maryland, Pennsylvania and Virginia."There are more than 1,700 dealerships in the Northeast," said B.J. Grisaffi, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Optical Systems, Inc. "Save-a-Deal has the potential to generate more than $50 million in annual revenue if we are able to sign 50 percent of those dealerships. This agreement could be a game changer for our Company and our shareholders."DealerDX, LLC is a private consulting firm, and a member of the Ford Motors Minority Dealers Association (FMMDA). Teresa Beasley who recently joined forces with DealerDX after a 20-year career with Reynolds and Reynolds said: "Save-a-Deal 2010 is key to driving dealership productivity, quality, and profit improvements. Save-a-Deal is designed for dealers by dealers."Save-a-Deal is a comprehensive, fully-integrated front office software solution specifically designed to increase auto dealerships' profitability. When properly used, this scalable CRM system is guaranteed to increase unit sales and profit-per-vehicle, while lowering costs through enhanced efficiency. Save-a-Deal 2010 is a more streamlined, cost-effective CRM solution than its predecessor with added capabilities in remote personnel management, customer service, training, and security."Save-a-Deal 2010 is an amazing product that has the potential to revolutionize daily operations at automobile, RV, motorcycle, and boat dealerships," said Lee Putney, President and Founder of DealerDX, LLC. "We are excited about expanding our role with the company, and target new dealerships in key markets across the United States."About Optical Systems, Inc.Optical Systems, Inc., through its operating subsidiary, Automotive Software Designers, Inc., develops technology and services for the automotive retail industry designed to maximize productivity and increase profits at auto dealerships. ASDI's flagship technology solution, Save-a-Deal, is a turnkey customer relationship management (CRM) tool for auto dealerships. Our business development center (BDC) provides a variety of services designed to help auto dealerships drive traffic to their showroom or Web site, retain customers and generate new streams of revenue. For more information, visit http://www.opticalsystemsinc.comSAFE HARBOR STATEMENTSafe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities litigation Reform Act of 1995: The statements, other than the statements of historical facts, may be deemed to contain forward-looking statements with respect to events, the occurrence of which involves risk and uncertainties, including, without limitation, demand and competition for the company's products and services, the availability to the company of adequate financing to support its anticipated activities, the ability of the company to generate cash flow from operations and the ability of the company to manage its operations. As statements regarding future events concern management's estimates of future results of operations, and as these estimates are based on many elements beyond management's control, differences from management's estimates may occur, and such difference may be material. Although Optical Systems, Inc. believes the assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements contained herein are reasonable, any assumption could be inaccurate, and therefore, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements included in this press release will prove to be accurate. In light of the significant uncertainties inherent in the forward-looking statements included herein, the inclusion should not be regarded as a representation by Optical Systems, Inc. or any other person that the objective and plans of Optical Systems, Inc. will be achieved. Contact: Ray Rogers Automotive Software Designers, Inc. 877 781 2030 invest@a-s-d-i.org SOURCE Optical Systems, Inc. Copyright 2009 PR Newswire This content has passed through fivefilters.org.  This posting includes an audio/video/photo media file: Download Now |
| Fiesta Auto Insurance Navigates the Streets of Franchising and Finds ... - PR-USA.net Posted: 25 Nov 2009 05:55 AM PST Fiesta Auto Insurance has the policy entrepreneurs need to insure their financial future: a dynamic franchise investment with multiple revenue streams that serve the needs of millions of consumers in America. The nation's only insurance and tax preparation franchise is driving aggressive growth nationwide as it combines two highly attractive business models under one roof. Quadrupling its presence to more than 80 units sold during the past 10 months, Fiesta Auto Insurance is turning heads in the franchise investment community amid a down economy. "We are opening the door for investors to remain profitable year round because of the wide range of insurance and tax services we provide," said John Rost, founder and CEO of Fiesta Auto Insurance. "By merging insurance and tax preparation services, our franchise owners gain a tremendous competitive advantage, allowing them to connect with their customers multiple times throughout the year and build personal relationships with everyone who walks through the door." Launched in 1999 to meet the growing demand for auto insurance within underserved Hispanic and blue-collar communities in Southern California, Fiesta Auto Insurance is pushing its operations to new levels as the company puts into motion an aggressive franchise growth plan. Calling for more than 1,500 locations to open throughout the next five years nationwide, key markets include Texas, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Arizona, Florida and Michigan. The franchise opportunity is available to investors who want to start a new business, or existing independent operators who are interested in converting to Fiesta Auto Insurance, giving them lower operating costs with more access to nationwide carriers as well as name brand recognition and a proven business model. As part of a company renowned for its strong reputation throughout the insurance industry, Fiesta Auto Insurance franchisees benefit from favorable carrier relationships and higher commissions. "Since we started the business 10 years ago, we have established ourselves as a trustworthy, neighborhood business," added Rost. "Fiesta Auto Insurance is meeting the growing demand for affordable, high-quality insurance and tax preparation services in rapidly expanding communities across the nation." Beyond auto insurance, Fiesta offers insurance services for watercrafts, motorcycles, homeowners, rentals, condos, apartments, tenant occupied property, commercial auto, commercial property, commercial general liability, Mexico insurance and special event coverage. Rost, a charismatic business leader, is as equally accomplished in extreme-sports. He is known as the "Adventure Guy," and holds an aeronautical world record in a plane he built on his own. Among his thrill-seeking adventures, he has climbed the world's tallest mountains on each continent and completed a marathon along the Great Wall of China. In 2006, Rost made the strategic decision to begin franchising Fiesta Auto Insurance. Current company forecasts include 250 locations to be opened by the end of 2010. With an initial franchise fee of $10,000 and total suggested capital ranging between $30,000 and $50,000, the Fiesta Auto Insurance franchise opportunity provides investors with a low-cost, low-overhead, franchise investment. Area developer agreements are also available. Rost has developed a paperless operating environment and has created significant brand-name recognition in the midst of the brand's rapid growth phase. The company provides the necessary support tools for its franchisees, including marketing, ongoing training and financial reporting. The brand's colorful logo, featuring its animated bird mascot, has helped establish widespread consumer awareness. "Fiesta Auto Insurance provides a great service at a great value, giving us a solid foundation for a recession-resistant business model," said Rost. "We support our franchisees by handling much of the back office work, allowing our owners and their staff to focus more on building relationships and selling to customers." About Fiesta Auto Insurance Fiesta Auto Insurance is the nation's only insurance and tax preparation services franchise with more than 80 locations sold throughout the nation. Specializing in insurance policies and tax preparation, Fiesta Auto Insurance is a one-stop-shop for customers interested in personal and commercial automotive, homeowners, rental, condo, apartment, commercial property, Mexico insurance, and special event insurance coverage. In addition, customers can also receive tax preparation services, motor vehicle registration services, travel services and instant wire money transfers. For more information on Fiesta Auto Insurance, please visit: http://www.fiestainsurance.com, http://www.fiestatax.com or for franchising information: http://www.fiestafranchise.com.
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| Daredevil Jesse James, BendPak Partner for Ad Campaign - Tire Review Posted: 25 Nov 2009 05:27 AM PST [fivefilters.org: unable to retrieve full-text content] BendPak Inc. has teamed up with Jesse James of West Coast Choppers, Monster Garage and Jesse James is a Dead Man, for the new "This Is My BendPak" magazine campaign. Big names such as Jay Leno, Ryan Friedlinghaus, Rich Evans, Alex Xydias, Pete ... |
| Crisis created new level of competition with foreign automakers - Detroit News Posted: 25 Nov 2009 05:20 AM PST Foreign automakersChristine Tierney / The Detroit NewsThe American auto market was one of the hardest hit by the global downturn -- and foreign automakers that relied on U.S. sales were sucked into the slump. Others benefited, however, from the near-collapse of two of Detroit's Big Three. While Hyundai Motor Co. thrived by addressing consumers' concerns in its smart marketing campaigns, Japan's Toyota Motor Corp. stumbled after an aggressive expansion that left it saddled with idle capacity. In the cutthroat U.S. market, foreign-based automakers with North American assembly plants are losing much of their cost advantage over Detroit's automakers. The bankruptcies of General Motors and Chrysler, and Ford Motor Co.'s cost-cutting efforts, will begin to level the playing field, says George Magliano, an auto analyst with IHS Global Insight. But that doesn't ensure that the domestic automakers will succeed in halting the advance of the import brands. Advertisement "Competition is going to be unbelievably tough," Magliano predicted. "This is a tough business, and it's going to get worse." Toyota Motor Corp.For Toyota, it was a year of great contrasts. The mighty Japanese manufacturer overtook General Motors Co. to become the world's No. 1 automaker but its triumph was short-lived. Toyota reported its first annual loss in nearly six decades for the fiscal year that ended March 31. Its financial results are now improving. And its new president, Akio Toyoda, grandson of the founder, is pledging to restore the automaker with a back-to-basics approach and a renewed focus on the customer. But Toyota faces a new threat -- one to its reputation for quality and reliability. Consumers are reporting unintended acceleration of Toyota and Lexus cars, leading to a U.S. recall of 3.8 million vehicles and reams of bad publicity. Volkswagen AGOver the past year, one of Volkswagen's glaring gaps -- its tiny presence in the huge U.S. market -- turned out to be a blessing. When the U.S. market contracted by a third, that shaved only a few tens of thousands of vehicles off VW's sales rolls, barely denting Europe's biggest carmaker. VW was benefiting, meanwhile, from Germany's generous "cash for clunkers" program and surging sales in China, where it has a strong presence. VW's plan to surpass Toyota by 2018 still seems bold but less far-fetched. Honda Motor Co.Honda has always marched to its own beat -- and it strode through the recession without suffering much damage. Japan's No. 2 carmaker benefited from a shift to fuel-efficient vehicles and brands that hold their value. Honda is the world's biggest manufacturer of motorcycles -- and demand for those proved resilient in the recession. Honda lost money during one quarter, but continues an unbroken streak of profitable years since its founding in 1948. Nissan Motor Co.When Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn proposed an alliance with GM in 2006, the U.S. automaker said it didn't need a partner. Looking back, Ghosn regrets that GM didn't join the Renault-Nissan Alliance. "There was a possibility to create something that would be extremely competitive," he told a New York audience last week. "Unfortunately, it did not happen." The 10-year-old Renault-Nissan partnership weathered the downturn better than GM after Ghosn slashed costs at both carmakers to conserve cash. But he is investing in the future and plans to be among the first to market zero-emission electric cars. Nissan will produce the Leaf electric car next year, and Renault has unveiled four battery-powered concepts for cars scheduled to go into production within three years. Analysts expect him to be ahead of the pack -- with some worrying that he may be perhaps too far ahead. Hyundai-KiaHyundai Motor Co. tapped into the bleak mood of the times in January with an offer to allow customers to return cars up to a year old if they lost their jobs. Best known for providing good quality at a good price, the South Korean automaker and its Kia Motors Corp. affiliate constitute the only major automotive group to have increased its sales in the U.S. this year. But Hyundai is eager now to show that it can offer much more than a value proposition. Next year, it's rolling out a full-size luxury car in the U.S. ctierney@detnews.com (313) 222-1463 This content has passed through fivefilters.org. |
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