Mutual insurer LV= reported a surge in sales during the first half of the year yesterday, helped by rising car insurance prices and strong demand for specialist annuities.

It was a car fanatic's dream come true. A sea of vintage cars were showcased Sunday at the 22nd annual Antique/Collector Car Show at the Slatington Airport along State Route 873.

Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day Highlights: O'Reilly Automotive, J.C. Penney, McDonald, Abercrombie & Fitch and Petrobras

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zacks Equity Research highlights: O'Reilly Automotive (Nasdaq: ORLY), J.C. Penney Co. (NYSE: JCP), McDonald (NYSE: MCD), Abercrombie & Fitch (NYSE: ANF) and Petrobras (NYSE: PBR). Full analysis of all these stocks is available at http://at.zacks.com/?id=2678. Here is a synopsis of all five stocks: Bull of the Day: O'Reilly Automotive (Nasdaq ...

Hot on cars, cold on Turkey, home expensive home

Electric cars hit the road, Israelis steering clear of Turkey, housing costs on the rise.

More Upstate Automotive Companies Hiring

Draexlmaier Automotive is busy hiring people in Spartanburg County to keep up with demand.

Automotive sensors market rebound seen

A new IMS Research study indicates that the automotive sensors market is set for a rapid recovery after being on a slide between 2007 and 2009. The report, titled "The World Market for Automotive Sensors," states that the sector could see 10 percent annual growth over the next eight years.

Research and Markets: German Automotive Sector: Sector Report

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/b5a7fe/german_automotive) has announced the addition of the "German Automotive Sector: Sector Report" report to their offering. This industry profile is an essential tool to help your company gain an in-depth knowledge and competitive advantage in the industry. The profile is an ...

Research and Markets: German Automotive Sector: Sector Report

DUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "German Automotive Sector: Sector Report" report to their offering.

Patriarch Partners' Portfolio Companies Dura Automotive Systems and Global Automotive Systems Receive Women's Business ...

Dura Automotive Systems and Global Automotive Systems have received national certification as a Women's Business Enterprise by the Women's Business Enterprise Council â Great Lakes Certification Committee, a regional certifying partner of the Women's Business Enterprise National Council .

3 new cars up for grabs in Metro Freeroll poker

THREE brand new cars and one million pesos in cash will be up for grabs when the Metro Card Club holds the Metro Triple Treat Freeroll poker tournament on Sept. 14-15 at the Metro Card Club in Metrowalk Complex in Ortigas, Pasig City.

Mutual insurer LV= says H1 sales surge

Mutual insurer LV= reported a surge in sales during the first half of the year helped by rising car insurance prices and strong demand for specialist annuities.

Consumer Reports Survey: More Than 28,000 Claim Filers Rate 22 Popular Car Insurance Companies

YONKERS, N.Y., Sept. 7, 2010; Dealing with a car insurance claim can be a hassle, especially after an accident when consumers really need good customer service and a fast response.

Research and Markets: Composites for Automotive, Truck and Mass Transit: Materials, Design, Manufacturing

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/6e2a66/composites_for_aut) has announced the addition of the "Composites for Automotive, Truck and Mass Transit: Materials, Design, Manufacturing" book to their offering. This technical book provides a comprehensive explanation of how advanced composite materials, including FRPs ...

kia cars recall over door wiring

Motor company Kia is recalling some cars due to a door-wiring problem, it was announced today. Related Stories Holidays ruined for 60,000 as Kiss Flights folds Printed electronics tipped to change the world Ford tops best sellers as new car sales fall EasyJet and Ryanair passenger numbers rise

Automotive Business Review

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Tiger.co.uk Offers Students Advice on How to Get Cheap Car Insurance

IPSWICH, UNITED KINGDOM-- (Marketwire - Sept. 7, 2010) - Insurance companies have been surprised recently by the increasing number of student drivers. Although the insurance premium for under-25s is notoriously high, it doesn't seem to be deterring those lucky enough to be able to afford a car at University. Around one third of 17-24 year olds held a car insurance policy at the end of 2009.

O'Reilly Automotive (ORLY)

O'Reilly Automotive continues to benefit from its dual market strategy and strong distribution network. In the second quarter of 2010, the company beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by $0.07 per share.

Better Business: Understand car insurance to save money

Does your auto insurance policy include comprehensive coverage? Is it necessary?

UK car insurance premiums jump 31 pct - AA

LONDON, Sep 4 (Reuters) The cost of car insurance in Britain has risen by almost a third in the past year, its biggest ever increase, as insurers seek to offset a sharp rise in claims expenses driven in part by fraud, AA Insurance said.

Fuel Efficient Cars: Get the Hybrid Results Without the Hybrid Price

Fuel efficient cars, like the Toyota Prius, is an option if you’re looking to be more environmentally-conscious. But you don’t need to spend all that money to get a car with good gas mileage. According to Dan Shapely of The Daily Green, who wrote a guest post on The Huffington Post, there are 5 fuel efficient cars that are much more affordable. Kia Rio - $11,495 28 mpg city (27 automatic) 34 mpg ...

Cars could get grade for fuel economy

We're used to letter grades in school, but the grading system may soon be rolled out for cars, and every model won't make the grade.

Cars damaged on freeway after drive shaft falls from big rig

HOUSTON – Several cars were damaged Sunday after driving over debris on the Eastex Freeway. Police say the drive shaft of an 18-wheeler fell off on Highway 59 North at Shepherd around 11 p.m. Several cars received significant tire damage after running over the debris in the road. Traffic was delayed a short while was HPD cleared the scene.

Two cars destroyed by fire in Waterloo neighbourhood

— Two cars were destroyed by fire in a west Waterloo neighbourhood early Monday morning.The fire is not believed to be suspicious.

Automotive chip content growing fast, says Gartner

Semiconductor content for safety systems will show a CAGR of 14.1 percent over the five years 2009 to 2014, according to market analyst Gartner.

Cars vandalized on UofL campus

At least 39 cars were damaged.

Impounded cars boost Bell's coffers

Police say they were pushed to find cars to tow. Authorities say the practice discourages gangs but will be changed. As city administrators' salaries were rocketing upward in Bell and council members' stipends were among the highest in the state, the city went on an aggressive push to increase municipal revenue by impounding cars in the city, police officers say.

September Sees Increase in Car Insurance Claims as Kids go Back to School

MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - 09/05/10) - The new school term will see an increase in claims according to Swinton Insurance, the UKs leading high street retailer of car insurance. This time last year Swinton had 8% more motor claims calls in September compared with August and it is anticipating the same this year. As the roads become busier in the first few weeks of September and ...

Car insurance premiums at record highs

Price comparison websites blamed for encouraging car insurance fraud which has pushed up insurance premiums.

Car insurance premiums jump 31 percent

The cost of car insurance has risen by almost a third in the past year its biggest ever increase as insurers seek to offset a sharp rise in claims expenses driven in part by fraud AA Insurance said.

4 shortest routes to cheap car insurance

Don't insure your car for more than you have to. Follow these tips to getting cheap car insurance.