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Here's the deal, say Cardinal, Harbaugh. Article:Here's the deal, say Cardinal, Harbaugh:/c/a/2009/11/14/SPM01AKL8P.DTL Article:Here's the deal, say Cardinal, Harbaugh:/c/a/2009/11/14/SPM01AKL8P.DTL advertisement. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
The Harley chronicles Nov 15, 2009
We had organised to take a Harley classic, the Softail, as well as America's answer to the BMW GS and Honda's TransAlp, the Buell Ulysses. Buell is known for their short-wheelbase trick bikes, but the Ulysses is their real-world attempt to get a slice of the lucrative on-off-road pie. (iAfrica.com)
Funeral fair opens door to eco-friendly exits Nov 15, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009. It's hard to always be ecologically correct - especially when you're dead. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Strippers-on-a-truck promotion halted in Las Vegas Nov 15, 2009
By OSKAR GARCIA, Associated Press Writer. Saturday, November 14, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Businesses fear Europe's recovery to remain timid Nov 15, 2009
The export-fueled economy -- led by automakers such as Volkswagen, Daimler and BMW as well as lesser known firms turning out big-ticket industrial equipment -- returned to modest growth in the second quarter, while preliminary third-quarter figures are expected to show further growth. Industrial orders increased again in September -- rising 0. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Northgate's 'grand opening' Nov 15, 2009
Grand opening' at remodeled Northgate mall. Article:'Grand opening' at remodeled Northgate mall:/c/a/2009/11/14/BUO21AIAKC.DTL Article:'Grand opening' at remodeled Northgate mall:/c/a/2009/11/14/BUO21AIAKC.DTL advertisement. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Flexibility brings pressure for Courtenaye Nov 15, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009. Abstract painters evolved the concept of picture space as a field, rather than a window or a mirror. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Kennesaw State beats North Greenville 89-79 Nov 14, 2009
Friday, November 13, 2009. (11-13) 20:04 PST Kennesaw, Ga. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
India to move all zoo elephants to wildlife parks Nov 14, 2009
By NIRMALA GEORGE, Associated Press Writer. Friday, November 13, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
BMW, Chinese partner to invest $A793m Nov 14, 2009
BMW and its Chinese partner will invest five billion yuan ($A793 ... The long-term injection by BMW and its joint venture partner Brilliance Auto Group will take their total investment in China to 9 ... 5 billion yuan, BMW said in a statement, without providing an exact timeframe for the new investment. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Sleep may limit teens' depression Nov 14, 2009
Sleep may limit teens' depression. Article:Sleep may limit teens' depression:/c/a/2009/11/12/MN1E1AFT5P.DTL Article:Sleep may limit teens' depression:/c/a/2009/11/12/MN1E1AFT5P.DTL advertisement. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Realtors: home prices to rise 4 percent in 2010 Nov 14, 2009
By ALEX VEIGA, AP Real Estate Writer. Friday, November 13, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
State submits plan to reduce prison population Nov 13, 2009
Friday, November 13, 2009. (11-12) 20:32 PST SAN FRANCISCO -- The Schwarzenegger administration bowed to a federal court order Thursday and submitted a plan to reduce California's prison population by more than 40,000 in two years, largely by sending fewer people to prison for relatively minor crimes and parole violations. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
BMW, Brilliance to Build New Car Plant in China Nov 13, 2009
FRANKFURT -(Dow Jones)- German luxury carmaker BMW AG (BMW.XE) said Thursday it will build a second plant in China with joint-venture partner Brilliance Automotive Holdings Ltd. (1114 ... "Our plant has reached its capacity limit - so we are now taking the next step. The decision to build a second plant demonstrates that we are investing in our future in China and that we intend to participate in the strong growth in the Chinese market," said BMW Chief Financial Officer Friedrich Eichiner in a... (SmartMoney)
Report: Toyota plans bigger Prius with new battery Nov 13, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009. (11-12) 21:51 PST TOKYO, Japan (AP). (San Francisco Chronicle)
Foreclosures dip 3% in October from September Nov 13, 2009
Foreclosures dip 3 pct. in October from September. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
New factory to help unravel mystery that's tofu Nov 13, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009. When the subject is tofu, these are often the adjectives. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Daedelus: Futuristic monome with flair Nov 13, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009. By interjecting aspects of live performance into his concerts, Daedelus has overcome an issue that has plagued nearly every electronic musician: how to make an electronic show visually engaging. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Straight-six racer Nov 13, 2009
BMW Concept 6 Cars in Action ... Straight-six engines are what BMW does beautifully in cars, but not bikes ... A multitude of four-wheeled models have been, and currently are, powered by BMW's straight-six masterpieces. (iAfrica.com)
The Nest . . . (its just) the way, uh-huh, we like it Nov 13, 2009 MX-5 staying alive Nov 13, 2009 Intel/AMD deal could help solve virtualization compatibility problems Nov 13, 2009 Catching up with Richard Blum Nov 13, 2009 San Francisco union workers facing layoffs Nov 13, 2009 Theater review: Rick Reynolds attempts to amuse Nov 13, 2009 BrantJamesInside Racing The IndyCar Racing League may be headed towards glory days. Nov 12, 2009 CAL Safety Cattouse not accustomed to playing it safe Nov 12, 2009 BMW to Build New Plant in China as Growth Boosts Demand for Luxury Cars Nov 12, 2009 STANFORD SCHEDULE Nov 12, 2009 ROUNDUP Hardaway Jr. heads to Ann Arbor Nov 12, 2009 Scientists: New dinosaur species found in SAfrica Nov 12, 2009 BMW expands investment in China Nov 12, 2009 CSU to ask state for $884 million more Nov 12, 2009 Jaguar flies the coupe Nov 11, 2009 America's Dirtiest Vehicles Nov 11, 2009 Japanese will come back to F1 one day, says Ross Nov 11, 2009 FTC Seeks Contempt Charges Against Lawyer Over Fees Nov 11, 2009 Tiger's aura strong, at least outside the ropes Nov 11, 2009 Used-car dealer gives credit-hurt customers hope Nov 11, 2009 Why Media Firms Should Ignore "Free" Nov 10, 2009 BMW Group Global Sales Rise 2% on Year Nov 10, 2009 * Audi, BMW report boost in fast-growing China market Nov 10, 2009 Leipzig drives for former glory days Nov 10, 2009 Opel Unions See Autonomy as Condition to Talks Nov 9, 2009 Whats in a number? Car number TAN 1 was worth RM200,000 Nov 9, 2009 RealD Delivers Over 50% of $31 Million Opening Weekend Gross for 'Disney's A Christmas Carol' Nov 9, 2009 F1's future is written in red unless passionate owners return Nov 8, 2009 What automakers have in store for 2010 Nov 8, 2009 F1 rookie happy with debut season Nov 8, 2009 Ex-N.Y. police commissioner pleads guilty Nov 7, 2009 8 cars to R.I.P. (rust in peace) Nov 7, 2009 Patrick remains driven Nov 7, 2009 Opel chief quits after GM decides to keep European unit Nov 7, 2009 Chryslers Master Plan Nov 6, 2009 Fannie Mae to rent out homes Nov 6, 2009 Ferrari liken team exodus in F1 to an Agatha Christie novel Nov 6, 2009 Feinstein still pondering Calif. gubernatorial bid Nov 6, 2009 Fantasy becomes reality Nov 6, 2009 Appeals court adjusts privacy-at-work ruling Nov 5, 2009 Deutsche Telekom Q3 net income up 7 pct Nov 5, 2009 Formula gone Nov 5, 2009 PGA won't tinker with FedEx Cup Nov 5, 2009 Stocks give up gains Nov 5, 2009 Toyota scales back loss forecast Nov 5, 2009 Motor Racing: Toyota joins F1 exodus Nov 4, 2009 'FlashForward' isn't fast enough Nov 4, 2009 COHASSET POLICE / BMW hubcaps stolen Nov 4, 2009 Argentine soccer star shot Nov 4, 2009 Must-see Exploratorium exhibits Nov 4, 2009 How Audi is Cleaning Up with Clean Diesel Nov 4, 2009 * World Business Quick Take Nov 4, 2009 Toyota quits F1 Nov 4, 2009 Jabs at the entitled Nov 4, 2009 Hulkenberg to learn from old master Nov 4, 2009 Daimler, BMW, United Internet, Adidas May Move: German Equity Preview Nov 4, 2009 EVGA InterView Dual Display LCD Monitor Nov 4, 2009 Tw telecom sees 3Q profit Nov 4, 2009 Motorsport: Toyota quit Formula One Nov 4, 2009 Disney says China approved Shanghai park Nov 4, 2009 Altamont Landfill's gas fuels garbage trucks Nov 4, 2009 PGA Tour announces 2010 slate Nov 4, 2009 Toyota to Withdraw From Formula One to Reduce Costs; Follows Honda, BMW Nov 4, 2009 Uganda: CHOGM - Parliament Should Play Its Role [editorial] Nov 3, 2009 BMW posts dismal earnings Nov 3, 2009
First, he noticed that his BMW convertible was by far the cheapest car in the lot. Also, the valet doesn t give you a receipt for your car. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Al Gore crusades against global warming Nov 13, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009. (11-10) 18:24 PST San Rafael -- Al Gore and his crusade against global warming landed in the Bay Area this week with a call to arms and a message for those who still think the former vice president is tilting at windmills. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
BMW 3 Series Sedan 320 D Diesel, Sedan, Manual 6 speed, Inc. BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN. (iAfrica.com)
Article:Intel/AMD deal could help solve virtualization compatib:/g/a/2009/11/12/urnidgns852573C4006938800025766C00821A9A.DTL Article:Intel/AMD deal could help solve virtualization compatib:/g/a/2009/11/12/urnidgns852573C4006938800025766C00821A9A.DTL advertisement. Jon Brodkin, Network World. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Thursday, November 12, 2009. Richard Blum has many titles: financier, anti-poverty crusader, chair of the UC Board of Regents, founder of the American Himalayan Foundation and husband of U.S. Sen. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Thursday, November 12, 2009. The grim reality of San Francisco's gasping economy took center stage at City Hall this week when the Board of Supervisors failed to muster enough votes to protect more than 500 workers in the city's largest union from layoffs, pay cuts or job reassignments. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Thursday, November 12, 2009. Rick Reynolds' Love, God, Sex (and Other Stuff I Don't Have): Solo show. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Compared to Formula One, for instance, BMW, Toyota, Renault, they could do an [IRL] engine program for a fourth of what they were spending. I wouldn't be surprised at all if all of a sudden the IRL becomes more attractive because people see the presenting sponsor, a series using alternative fuel, and the lure of winning the Indianapolis 500 will always be very strong. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
CAL / Safety Cattouse not accustomed to playing it safe. Article:CAL / Safety Cattouse not accustomed to playing it safe:/c/a/2009/11/11/SP4P1AIPSE.DTL Article:CAL / Safety Cattouse not accustomed to playing it safe:/c/a/2009/11/11/SP4P1AIPSE.DTL advertisement. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
BMW to Build New China Plant on Luxury-Car Demand (Update1) - Bloomberg ... BMW to Build New China Plant on Luxury-Car Demand (Update1) ... The new plant will have an initial capacity of 100,000 vehicles a year, which will eventually rise to 300,000, BMWs Chief Financial Officer said today in Beijing. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
Thursday, November 12, 2009. Fan Shop: Get your here. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
ROUNDUP / Hardaway Jr. heads to Ann Arbor. Article:ROUNDUP / Hardaway Jr. heads to Ann Arbor:/c/a/2009/11/11/SP4P1AIRF5. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
By CELEAN JACOBSON, Associated Press Writer. Wednesday, November 11, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
BEIJING, Nov. 12 (Xinhua) -- BMW AG will add 5 billion yuan (735 million U.S. dollars) of investment in China, which is the biggest foreign investment in the world's largest auto market. The Germany carmaker signed agreement with its Chinese partner, or Brilliance Automotive Co. on Thursday, agreeing to expand the construction of the second phase of the joint venture. (Xinhuanet, China)
Wednesday, November 11, 2009. (11-11) 13:39 PST SAN FRANCISCO -- As California State University prepares to close its doors to tens of thousands of qualified students next year, Chancellor Charles Reed said Tuesday he will ask Sacramento for $884 million to meet CSU's budget needs - a long-shot request from the cash-strapped state. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Reports from Britain suggest the English company is planning to build a small sports coupe or hatch to rival the Audi A5 and BMW 3-Series coupe ... He saw little point in trying to compete with volume-selling sedans such as the BMW 3-Series and Audi A4 but believed there was an opportunity for a smaller niche vehicle in the Jaguar range, with a unique silhouette. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
" Many auto manufacturers are making concerted efforts to produce models that are easier on the environment; most offer hybrid, compact or turbocharged 4-cylinder versions, all of which record low pollutant scores. Next year will see the long-awaited arrival of several low- and emission-free options, like the compact but "ecoboosted" Ford Fiesta and the plug-in electric Chevrolet Volt. Some high-end carmakers are making considerable emissions efforts as well, but don't look to them for the... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Brawn was disappointed for his friends at Toyota, with the company pulling out only months after committing to the sport to 2012, and whose exit followed that of German manufacturer BMW. ... Despite the departure of Toyota and BMW, the number of teams on the grid is set to rise from 10 to 13 next season. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
The FTC also noted that he spends more than $3,100 a month in car payments alone, for a BMW, a Porshe Turbo, a Jeep Wrangler and a motorcycle. The FTC wrote that Benice and his firm "have not explained why they have not put money aside every month to restore the funds that the Court found rightfully belonged to consumers. Apparently Benice did not heed the Court's March 2006 warning that he should factor such a risk into his fee calculations.". (Law.com)
The last four times Woods has played in the final group, he has won only one time - the BMW Championship outside Chicago, where he went into the final round with a seven-shot lead. The latest mishap was the HSBC Champions, and while it's no shame to spot Mickelson a two-shot lead and fail to win, it was the manner in which Woods so quickly became an also-ran. (News & Observer -- Sports)
He has a variety of cars, most 3 to 5 years old, from a Mercedes and a BMW to a 1991 Jeep Wrangler that's "clean as a whistle.". He packages the lease with limited engine and drive-train warranties, theft protection and Walmart tire and lube service. (AZCentral -- Business)
Never mind there are zillions of companies that have once and for all severed the connection between market share and profit (Apple for computers, BMW in the auto industry, Nucor in steel production, to name but a few). Unfortunately, the first one who shoots for market share sets the standard, sometimes with surprising twists and turns. (CBS News)
FRANKFURT -(Dow Jones)- BMW AG (BMW.XE) said Monday that global sales were up 2% on the year in October at 115,252 cars, driven by robust demand in China, India and Brazil. In these three markets BMW exceeded the sales volume achieved for the whole of 2008 after just ten months this year ... "Our sales figures have been steadily recovering since April - and we were able to make gains in October as planned. We expect to see further solid growth in November and December," said BMW executive board... (SmartMoney)
Audi, BMW report boost in fast-growing China market ... The German luxury car maker BMW yesterday said its sales rose further last month, with a leap in China, news echoed by German rival Audi ... Deliveries of BMW, Mini and Rolls-Royce cars rose by 2 percent from the level in October last year to 113,011 units, after showing a 12-month increase in September for the first time for a year. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
City gets BMW's best plant November 10, 2009 ... Since then it has added jobs faster than any German city, east or west, as governments and companies led by BMW, Amazon ... The city is now home to BMW's most modern factory, Europe's only growing cargo airport and a convention centre with a 243m long glass hall, the world's largest. (Business Report, South Africa)
A newspaper report said on Sunday that Forster, a former BMW executive and son of a German diplomat who grew up in London, is now slated to take over as head of Indian group Tata Motors' British carmaker Jaguar Land Rover [ID:nL0268202. Briton Nick Reilly, currently head of GM's international operations, is now set to lead the reorganization of Opel, a person briefed on the plan told Reuters on Friday, with GM's global marketing chief Bob Lutz to be Opel's new chairman. (ABC News -- Wire)
My colleague Hong Boon How, who covers the motoring beat, tells me I can get a brand-new BMW 118i, a Mercedes-Benz A170, four Perodua Myvis or five Proton Sagas for that sum of money ... For example, the BMW numbers are not that far off when you consider the current series out of Selangor is BKN. In Penang, the PJK series has just taken off so PKR is not far away either, if you get my drift. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
RealD's mission-critical 3D visualization technologies are used by organizations such as NASA, Pfizer, BMW, Boeing and more. Visit for more information. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Honda and BMW showed they didn't need to stay in F1 ... Toyota's withdrawal will hand a lifeline to the former Sauber BMW team ... Should Renault decide to follow Toyota, BMW, Honda and Bridgestone out of the vipers' nest, the Red Bull team will be hoping the French giant keeps to its deal to supply engines for the use of drivers Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel next season. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
As energy priorities and consumer attitudes have changed over the past couple years, automakers especially from BMW, Ford, GM and Mercedes-Benz have developed quite a range of options that will be showroom ready in the New Year ... The BMW Active Hybrid 7, Honda CR-Z hybrid and diesel Mercedes-Benz E-350 BlueTEC, for instance, all promise significant improvements in miles per gallon or carbon emissions over their conventional counterparts. (MSNBC -- Business)
After graduating from kart racing, he spent 2004 and 2005 in German Formula BMW, finishing third and second in the championship respectively. He was also runner up in the 2005 FBMW World Final. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
Kerik acknowledged failing to declare on his returns book royalties, consultant fees and the use of a BMW.. In the plea agreement, prosecutors suggested to Judge Stephen Robinson that the appropriate sentence would be 27 to 33 months in prison. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Now that Rolls is owned by BMW, and Bentley by Volkswagen, the Arnage will be history come spring, despite its, ahem, legendary British craftsmanship ... Pontiac G8, 2008-09: One of GM's finest sedans, the Pontiac G8 is very much the poor man's BMW. This rear-drive sedan handles as well as the finest European cars and has a big, honkin' American V8 under its hood. (AZCentral -- Business)
First, Honda and BMW pull out, followed by Bridgestone, and this week Toyota. Now Renault may be pulling out as well, leaving some to wonder about return on investment for those corporations involved in the expensive, globe-trotting open-wheel series. (Boston Globe)
Spiegel also reported that Bob Lutz, 77, an industry veteran with vast experience on both sides of the Atlantic at BMW, Ford and Chrysler and currently at GM, would replace Forster as head of Opel's supervisory board. Related article: Little solidarity for German Opel strikers. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Consider that at the moment, there is exactly one Fiat vehicle thats generating excitement in the United States: the BMW Mini-killing 500, scheduled to arrive late next year. But well see. (Slate)
By ALAN ZIBEL, AP Real Estate Writer. Thursday, November 5, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Toyota announced on Wednesday that they were quitting the sport, less than a year after Japanese rivals Honda pulled out and only days since BMW said their farewells in the season-ending Abu Dhabi race ... Formula One should still have more teams next season than the 10 that competed in 2009, with four newcomers already confirmed and the former BMW-Sauber team also in line to return under new owners. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Feinstein still pondering Calif. Article:Feinstein still pondering Calif. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
BMW M3 GTS. Quickpic. BMW 1 SERIES 120d Diesel, Hatchback, 5 Doors, Stereo, Imma ... The BMW that is real, street legal and ready to go. (iAfrica.com)
Workers have right to expect secure PCs unless given notice. Wednesday, January 31, 2007. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
BMW 3Q net income falls 74 percent to euro78 million. German carmaker BMW AG said Tuesday its net income fell 74 percent in the third quarter as it continued to be affected by the global economic downturn ... BMW, the world's biggest luxury car company by sales, said net income for the period amounted to euro78 million ($115 million), down from euro298 million in the July-September period of 2008. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
It is the third manufacturer to abandon Formula One within a year, following in the slipstream of BMW and its Japanese rival Honda ... BMW too has sold its team to the rather opaque investment group Qadbak. (BBC News -- Business)
The playoff schedule will stay the same for the third straight year, which includes a week off after the third playoff event, the BMW Championship on Sept. 9-12 outside Chicago. The Tour Championship is Sept. 23-26. (News & Observer -- Sports)
By TIM PARADIS, AP Business Writers. Wednesday, November 4, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
On Wednesday Toyota followed Honda and BMW out of F1 to save money amid downturn ... On Wednesday, Toyota followed Honda and BMW out of Formula One racing to save money amid the economic downturn. (CNN -- International)
com - Motor Racing Toyota joins F1 exodus. " onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. (Channelnewsasia.com)
FlashForward' not fast enough for 'V' rollout. Article:'FlashForward' not fast enough for 'V' rollout:/c/a/2009/11/01/DD981AD7VK.DTL Article:'FlashForward' not fast enough for 'V' rollout:/c/a/2009/11/01/DD981AD7VK.DTL advertisement. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
An 80-year-old man reported that two of the hubcaps on his 2001 BMW were stolen off his car that had been parked outside his King Street office on Tuesday (Oct. 20). (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Caceres shot in the head as gang try to steal his BMW car in Buenos Aires ... The 40-year-old Caceres, who played for Argentina in the 1994 World Cup, was gunned down as a gang tried to steal his BMW car in the early hours of Sunday morning. (CNN -- World)
Sunday, November 1, 2009. Differential: This cleverly assembled gear set enables one rear wheel of a car to turn at a different speed from the other rear wheel, so that a vehicle smoothly can turn corners without skidding. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Before the recession, Audi's stated goal was to surpass BMW and Mercedes as the top-selling luxury brand ... Worldwide, we broke through the one million mark in total sales for the first time last year, which places us in a very strong number three position globally behind BMW and Mercedes. (Time.com)
AUTOMOBILES BMW posts Q3 drop. The German luxury car maker BMW yesterday posted a 73 ... A BMW statement said net profit plummeted to 78 million euros (US$115 million) from 298 million euros in the third quarter of last year. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Honda and BMW have already exited F1 to cope with the credit crunch and Toyota's withdrawal leaves no Japanese automaker left in the high-octane motorsport, raising fresh fears for its future. Despite heavy investment in the team, they have never won a race, although they had 11 podium finishes, including three in the 2009 season in which the team finished fifth in the manufacturers' standings. (iAfrica.com)
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Managed by Willi Weber, who also took care of Michael Schumachers career, he has won every series he has entered so far; karting, German Formula BMW, A1 GP, Euro F3 and GP2. Inside Williams we have a big spreadsheet which basically maps a drivers achievements from the age of eight and the reference in that spreadsheet has been Lewis Hamilton because of what he did from eight years old to get into F1, said Michael, referring to McLarens 2008 champion. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Daimler, BMW, United Internet, Adidas: German Equity Preview - Bloomberg ... Daimler, BMW, United Internet, Adidas: German Equity Preview ... (BMW GY): The worlds largest maker of luxury vehicles said its U.S. sales fell 19 percent in October to 20,619 cars and sport-utility vehicles, bringing the year-to-date decline to 24 percent. (Bloomberg -- Germany)
Kalpana Ettenson and Patrick Miller, PC World. Tuesday, November 3, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Tw telecom swings to 3Q profit from loss. Article:Tw telecom swings to 3Q profit from loss:/n/a/2009/11/03/financial/f170045S58. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Toyota Motor has decided to follow Honda and BMW out of Formula One racing. Toyota's decision deals a fresh blow to F1 which has seen an exodus of sponsors. (CNN -- International)
Disney says China approved Shanghai theme park. Article:Disney says China approved Shanghai theme park:/n/a/2009/11/03/financial/f183515S70. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Tuesday, November 3, 2009. A company that manages landfills has a new source of fuel for its garbage trucks - rotting trash. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The four Playoff events remain the same with the The Barclays leading off August 26-29, followed by the Deutsche Bank Championship, BMW Championship, a week off, then the Tour Championship from September 23-26. The PGA Tour will release the Fall Series lineup at a later date. (News & Observer -- Sports)
BMW, which spent an estimated 200 million euros ($295 million) a year on Formula One to market its brand, dropped out in July, a month after the biggest luxury carmaker reported a 13 percent drop in car sales ... The Federation Internationale de lAutomobile, F-1s Paris- based ruling body, said Sept. 15 that sports car maker Lotus Cars Ltd. will take BMWs place in the 2010 championship, which starts March 14 in Bahrain. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Kampala HIRING a BMW 5 series car for eight days in the UK under the AVIS Prestige programme costs 700 euro ... As a result, the Government ended up paying sh23b for transport, and hiring BMW cars at 22,000 euro each. (allAfrica.com)
FRANKFURT: German luxury car maker BMW on Tuesday joined compatriot Daimler in posting dismal third quarter figures and warned there was no guarantee a recovery is underway, though strong growth was seen in China. BMW said net profit plunged by 73 ... Small car makers have done better owing to government car scrapping schemes and other fiscal incentives, and BMW's poor figures stood in contrast to those from groups such as Fiat and Ford. (India Times)
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