London, UK (PRWEB) April 9, 2010

GQ has created made to measure suits, personalised aftershaves, handmade shoes and limited-edition accessories, it has given its name to racehorses, bars and houses. So it was only a matter of time before GQ took its penchant for the bespoke to its logical conclusion: its very own concept car. Working with French automotive design legends Citroën, and with a smattering of Savile Row magic, GQ presents the GQ Citroën concept car.

Dylan Jones, Editor of GQ (http://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/), commented, “I wanted something practical, something cool and something idiosyncratic. The GQ car needed to have the “want” factor, but it also needed to look, feel and “drive” like the sort of car no sane man could ignore. We think it looks very, very special.”

Having taken a brief from Dylan Jones, Citroën’s team, lead by British designer Mark Lloyd, took a GT body style and blended it with classic Citroën detailing. Combining classically sophisticated features and contemporary styling with a sculpted front end, rounded rear, strong body contours and sleek concave rear windscreen – a signature Citroën design.

The minimalist interior detailing and upholstery was provided by Patrick Grant, the Creative Director of Savile Row tailors, E. Tautz. The car’s cabin is accessed by rear coach doors, opening to reveal a spacious, comfortable and futuristic cabin.

Dynamic performance and environmental responsibility were also key requirements for this project. The car is powered by a plug-in Hybrid with a 1,598 cc, 4-cylinder direct injection petrol engine offering a sporty 0-60mph in a time of just 4.5 seconds, an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph and CO2 emissions of just 80g/km.

Mark Lloyd, Chief Designer of Citroën’s International Projects added, “Where this car works so well with GQ is that it fits with the current attitudes of conspicuous consumption. It is understated rather than in-your-face, sleek rather than macho. With the skill of a Savile Row tailor on the car’s interior we have achieved that bespoke, fitted feel, both inside and out.”

Domagoj Stefan Dukec, Citroën’s Design Supervisor, commented; “For me, the car that has always represented the pinnacle of automotive excellence and refinement is the GT – the Grand Tourer. It is not the all-out sports car, rather it is something gentlemanly, it has performance and it is for travelling, not racing. We wanted to create something that, like GQ, was aspirational, but also retained the classic automotive ideals. We didn’t want a car for the mass market. We wanted a car for GQ.”

The GQ Citroen concept car (http://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/entertainment/articles/2010-03/05/gq-cars-gq-citro%C3%ABn-concept-car-photos/1) is featured in the April issue of British GQ, and car was revealed in the “flesh” on the 4th March at a private event in central London.

About GQ:

GQ is the UK’s biggest selling quality men’s magazine. Part of the Condé Nast stable – who also publish titles Vogue, Wired, Glamour and Vanity Fair – GQ regularly features original journalism from writers including AA Gill, Will Self, Tony Parsons, Rod Liddle, Alexis Petridis, Piers Morgan, Matthew d’Ancona and Tom Parker-Bowles. The magazine is recognised as the authority on men’s style (http://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/style) and men’s fashion (http://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/comment/fashion), and also works with the best photographers operating today including David Bailey, Sam Taylor Wood, Simon Emmett, and Gavin Bond. GQ’s current ABC is 120,057 (July-December 2009).

For further information please contact

Nicky Eaton

Director of Press & PR – Condé Nast UK & International

Vogue House

1 Hanover Square

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San Marcos, TX (PRWEB) January 30, 2012

Some of the world’s rarest collectible automobiles to be offered in historical museum collection of classic cars auction.

One-of-a-kind outstanding vehicles including extraordinary 1903 Stanley Steamer Runabout, 1970 Silver Show Rolls Royce owned by Johnny Cash, Cornelius Vanderbilt’s Silver Ghost Town Car, Countess Porceri’s 1933 Duesenberg Model J Sports Sedan, Lorraine & De Dietrich VDC Two Seat Racer from the Great Race and many others to be offered.

In an announcement that includes a country music legend, a billionaire, a countess and a few racing trophies, Dan Kruse Classics, one of the world’s most prestigious classic car auction houses, announced the extraordinary opportunity to own one of eighty-seven classic automobiles including vehicles from some of the world’s most fabled personalities and historical events. The collection of respected businessman and philanthropist Dick Burdickwill be offered exclusively on Saturday, March 3, 2012 in Rosansky, Texas outside of Bastropand near Austin at the Central Texas Museum of Automotive History. For the first time ever, this extensive collection at the Central Texas Museum of Automotive History Collection will go on the auction block giving collectors and enthusiasts of fine automotive collectibles and memorabilia a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. After 32 years, Burdick will be moving his facility to his hometown of San Marcos, Texas giving way to the auction of these fine automobiles most without reserve.

The unprecedented sale will include historical automobiles like the rare 1903 Stanley Steamer Runabout to the fabled 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Show Long Wheel Base Limousine owned by the “man in black” himself, Johnny Cash or even a 1969 Chevrolet Corvair Coupe with only 14 actual miles on it.

Other highlights of the sale include a 1905 Lorraine & De Dietrich VDC Two Seat Racer from the Great Race , a 1935 Rolls-Royce Phantom II Touring vehicle from the Great Race, a 1911 very rare Napier Garden Car, a 1901 Holsman Model 54 High Wheeler Rear Entry Tonneau , a 1948 Pontiac Silver Streak 8 Torpedo Convertible , a 1933 Duesenberg J-365 Sports Sedan “Queen of Diamonds,” a 1913 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost Town Car owned by billionaire Cornelius Vanderbilt , a 1906 International Harvester Depot Hack and many more.

“Anyone who is at all interested in the history of our country and its people will have a natural fascination with the automobile, not only for its mechanical development, but also for the men and women who had the foresight and ingenuity to begin its development. Just look at the impact the automobile has had on society, not only in our country but around the world. This is why we find the preservation of the automobile so important to this and future generations,” said Dick Burdick, Founder.

The 1903 Stanley Steamer Solid Seat Runabout is the most famous and longest-lived steam car in the world. The car’s design was improved by placing the engine toward the rear which improved weight balance. All of the body parts were made by hand due to the odd curvature and the Stanley boiler could raise 250 pounds of steam from cold water in about 5 minutes, making it one of the most efficient vehicles of its time. The vehicle is very rare being designed by the Stanley Brothers in the early 1900s.

When Johnny Cash sang of “Wednesday’s Car” in the early 70s he may have been referring to his beloved 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Show Long Wheel Base Limousine.

Step back in time to the Great American Race, the cross-country rally that pits driver/navigator teams against the clock and each other and which has been immortalized in film and fiction. In homage to this historical pastime a 1905 Lorraine & De Dietrich DVC two seater from the Great Race and a 1935 RollsRoyce Phantom II Touring car from the Great Race are being offered. The 1905 two seater is a beautifully restored example of the quality French motoring company founded in 1896, Societe Lorraine des Anciens Establisshments de Dietrich and Cie. This car features a two-place arrangement that has actually competed in the Great American Race.

Affectionately known as the Yellow Rose of Texas, the 1935 Rolls Royce Phantom II competed in several editions of the Great American Race also. Throughout the several entries in the race that this particular vehicle was involved it traveled from West Coast to East Coast and everywhere in between. It took 1st place overall in 1989, a fete which was repeated in 1990 and also in 1992.

A 1929 Duesenberg Franay limo with a divider window is one of only two ever built and shown in the 1931 and 1934 Paris Show and owned by Countess Proceri will also be offered. This fine red automobile features tan leather interior, left hand drive and twin overhead camshafts. Countess Porceri who married the Polish Count Henri de Porceri in Paris in 1931 was known as the Queen of Diamonds because of her love of jewelry and special relationship with the famous jeweler, Harry Winston. When the Duesenberg debuted in 1928 it was the sensation of both general and automotive enthusiasts.

One of the richest Americans in history, Cornelius Vanderbilt, knew how to travel in grand style. His 1913 Rolls Royce silver Ghost Town Car is being offered in this rare auction. The American entrepreneur who built his wealth in shipping and railroads was the patriarch of the Vanderbilt family and was also known by the sobriquet Commodore. This deep maroon treasure was personally ordered by Vanderbilt from the factory in England and treasured by himself and his family.

The road ready drop top light yellow 1948 Pontiac Silver Streak 8 Torpedo Convertible is among Burdick’s favorites and features black and ivory interior. The light yellow exterior finish is known as Frances Ivory. This limited, rarely seen automobile features super calibrated speedometers, operational driving lights, great chrome and trim and “under the hood” updates. Push the buttons on the radio that is in working order and you can almost feel the young love and energetic music associated with the car of this distinction.

The incredible history and entertainment involved in the collection being offered is unrivaled and will give car enthusiasts, entertainment memorabilia collectors and luxury item buyers the rare opportunity to touch and feel some of the world’s most treasured museum housed cars only this once. The Central TexasMuseum of Automotive History was founded by Dick Burdick in 1980 and was dedicated to the collection, restoration, education and preservation of historic automobiles, accessories and historical data. Burdick built a one-of-a-kind collection which traces the development of the automobile and its effect on the social and economic climate of much of the world. It traces the evolution of the high-wheelers and steam buggies of the turn of the century through the boxy utilitarian cars of the late teens and twenties. It includes the classic cars of the 20s, 30s, and 40s, the dream machines and land yachts of the 50s, 60s, and 70s and the highly efficient aerodynamic sport and passenger cars. The collection also includes excellent examples of European estate cars, town cars,limousines and sports cars. Included in the sale will also be a large selection of memorabilia and collectibles.

Other cars being auctioned include a 1906 International Harvester Truck, 1910 Empire Little Aristrocrat Sportabout, a 1921 Studebaker 4DR Touring Car, a 1930 Cadillac “Madam X” V-16 Rumbleseat 2DR Sedan, a 1939 Mercury Eight 2DR Convertible, a 1949 Super Deluxe Ford Coupe, a 1950 Packard Custom Sedan, a 1969 Chevrolet Corvair Coupe with only 14 actual miles) a 1972 Triumph Stag and many more. A full list of all the cars to be auctioned can be found at http://www.dankruseclassics.com

AUCTION PREVIEW:

Friday, February 17 through March 2, 2012. 10am – 5pm (Sundays 12 N – 5pm CST).

AUCTION DATE:

Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 10am PST

Located at the Central Texas Museum of Automotive History

2502 Highway 304 in Smithville, Texas

Absentee and Phone Bids accepted and are available. Please call 1-866-495-8111 for information or to register

Hi-res images of all vehicles being offered available upon request. Email caroline(at)m2mpr(dot)com for request. An online catalog is available at http://www.dankruseclassics.com or interested bidders can request a catalog by calling 1-866-495-8111 or email tiffany(at)kruseclassics(dot)com

ABOUT DAN KRUSE: Dan Kruse, Chairman of Dan Kruse Classics is an auctioneer, successful businessman and collector with over 40 years experience. Named by Auction World Magazine as one of the top “Most Influential Auctioneers” in the world, Kruse combines a spirit for collecting with an incredible wealth of knowledge regarding the industry. Kruse began his auction career at the age of 18 in Auburn, Indiana. He later moved to San Antonio, Texas where he has been for the last 30 years. Kruse currently oversees Dan Kruse Classics, a collector classic car auction house and Kruse Asset Management, a private brokerage firm specializing in oilfield equipment. During his 40+ years as an auctioneer, Daniel has converted billions at auction throughout the world and has represented museums, collectors, classic car owners and automobile enthusiasts while providing appraisals, sales, liquidations and advice.

ABOUT DAN KRUSE CLASSICS: Dan Kruse Classics is a family-owned collector car auction company located in San Antonio, Texas. DKC has been responsible for successful collector car sales since 1972. Each year the company participates in multiple auction events in Texas and the U.S. Dan Kruse Classics is privately held and is managed by Dan as well as his daughters Tiffany, Tedra and Tara. Website is http://www.dankruseclassics.com

ABOUT DICK BURDICK:

When one begins to describe Dick Burdick of San Marcos, Texas many words come to mind. Successful businessman, avid classic car collector, museum curator, community leader are only a few of the accolades Burdick has earned during his over 50 years in business. He is the founder of Thermon Manufacturing Company, Inc. a powerhouse in the heat tracing business which manufactures electric and steam heat tracing equipment for the petrochemical, oil and gas, engineering and power industries in the United States and internationally. Thermon Industries went Public in 2010 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. .

Aside from his established corporate career, Burdick’s passion for collecting classic cars has resulted in him owning one of the best car collections in the world. It is so extensive that he opened two museums over his years of collecting, the Central Texas Museum of Automotive History which opened in 1981 in Bastrop County near Rosanky, Texas and Dick’s Classic Garage in San Marcos, Texas which he opened in 2009. Burdick opened the non-profit museums to give visitors a chance to experience the American dream and see excellent examples of European estate cars, town cars, limousines, sports cars and those American made classic cars which bring back memories from the bygone days of yesterday. The museum collections also includes a variety of early automotive tools, gas pumps, hood ornaments, oil company signs, license plates from around the world and equipment. Dick Burdick is also the Chairman of the Boy Scout’s International which has taken him around the world where he has met members of the Royal family and dignitaries from various countries. This continues to be one of his most proud achievements in addition to dedicating much of his time and resources to preserving American History through the display and refurbishing of antique and classic automobiles.

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Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) May 02, 2012

After the unparalleled successes of the Cannes Film Festival gifting suites in 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2011 and featuring over $ 100,000 gift bags received by Sharon Stone, Morgan Freeman, Paris Hilton, Fifty Cents, Minnie Driver, Adrian Brody, Djimon Hounsou, Audrey Dana, Maiween, Gerard Jugnot, Gerard Depardieu or Michael Madsen, retreat producer Nathalie Dubois and Entertainment Strategist Company DPA return for the CANNES 2012 DPA LOUNGE at the Cannes Film Festival.

DPA was the first company to ever establish an American gift suite on the Croisette, and is till today the ONLY marketing company to have established official partnerships with the biggest film or TV festivals worldwide and every year continues to amaze its stars and medias guests.

May 16th through May 25th “The Palace of the Stars”, The Intercontinental Carlton Hotel in Cannes will host the most glamorous and sought after location at the Cannes Film

Festival 2012: The CANNES 2012 DPA LOUNGE. The world’s biggest and brightest

Stars will be invited to this exclusive location at the Intercontinental Carlton Hotel where they will be pampered in luxury and style. Like last year, the CANNES 2012 DPA LOUNGE will be hosting two spaces: A small show room and a gifting suite. ”We worked 5 months for finding the best of products and we arrive to a fantastic choice of new as well as established brands,” says Nathalie Dubois. The big highlight of our event is a full room of high fashion products, available to “climb the stairs” (“Montee des marches”- red carpet), but also to be gifted.”

Italian NANDO MUZI will present in the DPA gift suite an exclusive selection of its best handmade stilettos and clutches. Known for its creations full of colors, sensuality and chic, his shoes were seen on the feet of Lindsay Lohan, or Celine Dion, and this year will be on the Cannes red carpet! Serbian Vilorija by Jelena Vujanovic will offer one of a kind dresses, with a flavor of 70′s Paco Rabanne or Courreges.Canadian Angie Arsenault and her line ANGELA GRACE will have a collection of unconventional gorgeous and meaningful works of fine jewellery (with a special Fox ring was designed for Wes Anderson). Luxury Brazilian BARBARA BELA’s Evening dresses, with plenty of ultra sophisticated embroidered pieces, will be very coveted by the female guests, for their red carpet appearances. Norwegian fashion designer CECILIE MELLI combines classic silhouettes with exclusive details, giving sober Scandinavian design a continental look. The women’s wear, and cocktail dresses are famous for their simplicity and fine details. The Cecilie Melli accessories include products like earrings, silk shawls, rings, bracelets, handbags and necklaces. The most recent project is the design and manufacturing of fish skin bags, which is a beautiful and sustainable material, perfect for sophisticated fashion products. MARCHON, faithful to the DPA gifting suites worldwide since 2007, will gift in Cannes its new collection of top Italian sunglasses including PUCCI. “We are very excited to invite back NOVA SCOTIA MICHIQUE and their fabulous clutches and bags on the red carpet”. Based in Nova Scotia, the two twin sisters designed for Cannes some special very colorful pieces. Speaking about “red carpet”, RED CARPET Paris will be on hands to soothe the guests’ feet by providing their great luxurious soles.

Stars love to travel and French Polynesia became over the years a favorite destination of Nathalie Dubois. Stars favorite’s ST REGIS BORA BORA will be gifting to selected guests a trip valued at over $ 90,000 and featuring night stays at the Royal villa estate on their property in magical Bora Bora, including airplane tickets. LE TAHAA private island Resort and Spa will also offer a stay in their gorgeous private island across from the island of Tahaa, and ST REGIS PRINCEVILLE will have nothing to envy French Polynesia, and will also invite selected guests to stay in its resort in Kauai. The St. Regis Princeville Resort marks the legendary brand’s first resort in Hawai’i and introduces an unparalleled level of sophistication and serene luxury to one of the most remarkable destinations in the world

The Beauty will not be left on the side in the DPA gift suite, with the very noticed presence of top French brand CLARINS, which will be offering some its best sellers, worldwide famous products including “l’eau dynamisante”. Spanish leader THE LAB ROOM will create for the event an eyebrow bar and a perfume bar, where stars could be pampered for their red carpet appearances. They will also have tones of products, on hands, so the stars could go home with some the all botanical and natural skincare masks, serums, creams or oils. Nathalie’s favorite Marseilles-based CHATEAU BERGER COSMETIQUES, exquisite range of products with its mantra ”beauty at any age”, will launch its spa creamy and rich textures products and tired stars will become addicted to its “velvet beauty mask”. In the beauty contingent, stars will also be gifted with new products from le roi Solomon, la sultane de Saba (fabulous green tea perfumes, and 24 carat gold products), and exclusive stars favorite Natura Bisse.

The sold out brand will be for sure again this year, TEO JASMIN. Chic Parisian boutique TEO JASMIN will return with new styles of pillows, and bags, for the DPA guests to take home and featuring the likes of The Beatles or Brigitte Bardot. Last, for stylish beach looks Nathalie Dubois turned to the trendy designs of Brazilian Lybethras and Havaianas will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a special gift bag of flip flops and espadrilles

Introducing for the first time ever, raw food and green smoothies during the Cannes film festival, DPA and KEIMLING will create very healthy green smoothies and raw foods bar, and will gift to stars the” Rolls Royce ” of all blenders VITAMIX. Champagne PIAFF will also be in the lounge this year to toast with its incredible champagne the best of stars.

“CANNES 2012 DPA LOUNGE” will strike again on the croisette of the Festival De Cannes” Says retreat producer Nathalie Dubois .THE CANNES 2012 DPA LOUNGE will be one of the premiere retreats at the Cannes Film Festival, adding to the splendor and glamour of the biggest red-carpet event in the world, with gifts totaling over $ 100,000 for some of the lucky selected guests. Also featured in the CANNES 2012 DPA LOUNGE are: Eva Varro, Manuka doctor, Tahizea, MingCha Tea, Milena’s Boutique, artist Mercedes new CD and perfume and Teeboo.

The CANNES 2012 DPA LOUNGE is located at the International Carlton Hotel, in suites 144 and 145 and will be opened may 16th to May 25th, from 10am to 6pm daily

The lounge is expected to welcome many A-list celebrities or juries members present at the Cannes film festival this year.

About DPA

A veteran in the production of star-studded events, Nathalie Dubois, President and CEO of DPA, has proven herself to be exceptionally innovative and successful in the realm of celebrity gift suites. With six major suites in the past year alone, Nathalie Dubois and DPA have become an intricate part of almost every major award show or film festival worldwide. Originally from France, Nathalie Dubois attributes her success in part to her world travels and the exotic cultural influences of the products she picks for her unique gift suites. “Celebrities want new and exciting products — products that are exotic. They don’t just want the same thing at every suite,” says Nathalie Dubois. With products, designers and treatments from all over the globe, Nathalie Dubois puts on the best show in town.

PAST ATTENDEES OD DPA GIFTING LOUNGES: Queen Latifah, Charlize Theron, Richard Gere, Sharon Stone, Angela Basset, Rachel Bilson, Eva Longoria, Morgan Freeman, Terrance Howard, Catherine Deneuve, Spike Lee, Vanessa Williams, Kate Walsh, Paula Abdul, Eric Roberts, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Jennifer Hudson, Scarlet Johansson, Edie Falco, Sarah MacLalan, Vanessa Williams, Terry O’Quinn, Kevin Mc hale, Simon Baker, Jane Lynch, Jessica Schorz, Maria Bello, Minnie Driver, Felicity Huffman, Adrian Brody, Colin Firth, Carey Mulligan, …

This event is not affiliated with the Cannes film festival

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Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) March 14, 2012

Bench Dog Tools has announced that it has greatly expanded its distribution in the UK and Europe by partnering with Toolstream, a leading distributer of hand tools, power tools and accessories. Bench Dog Tools selected ToolStream to exclusively distribute the Bench Dog branded line of router tables and do-it-yourself/woodworking accessories in these markets.

“We’re excited to partner with Toolstream in the UK and Europe,” says John Otto, Vice President of Wholesale, at Bench Dog Tools. “Toolstream will distribute the Bench Dog line of products through home centers, hardware stores and through online retailers.” Toolstream currently distributes an extensive range of over 5000 hand and power tools including brands such as Silverline, Triton and GMC.

Bench Dog Tools offers a growing line of router tables, safety accessories, and tools for builders and do-it-yourselfers. Its award-winning tools are used by woodworking professionals, intermediate hobbyists, schools, and serious beginners who are looking for tools of uncompromising quality and value. Some of the Bench Dog products which Toolstream will initially distribute include:

Bench Cookie Work Grippers – Rout, sand, cut, assemble and carve without using clamps

Pock-It Hole Clamp – Unique design allows easy clamping and surface alignment of pocket hole joints

Universal Fence Clamp – secure a huge variety of shop-made auxiliary fences to existing fences without clamp interference

Feather-Loc – protects hands and helps prevent kickback, binding, and bent blades

Portable Saw Guide – Instantly aligns a circular saw to the cut line for perfect 90º crosscuts

Crown Moulding Cutting Jig – The safest and easiest way to cut crown and cove molding

Letter & Number Sign Kits – Easily create professional-looking signage

About Bench Dog Tools, Inc.

A specialty woodworking company in its 17th year of operation, Bench Dog Tools, Inc. has built a strong reputation for designing and producing innovative, high-quality, tools for woodworkers, contractors, hobbyists and schools. Today, Bench Dog offers a growing line of premium router tables, safety accessories, and tools to a wide variety of customers and organizations. For more information, visit them online at http://www.benchdog.com.

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Signal Hill, CA (PRWEB) April 06, 2012

500 MADNESS, the largest supplier of FIAT 500 aftermarket parts and accessories in North America, provided its expertise to help West Coast Customs (WCC) design a 2011 FIAT 500 Sport Model for their hit TV show Inside West Coast Customs airing on Velocity Network, Sunday April 8, 2012 at 9pm EST/ PST. World renowned for their extreme vehicles, outrageous features and unique designs, WCC depended on 500 MADNESS for many aspects of the custom vehicle.

“We approached 500 MADNESS because we knew they’re the best in the business and would be able to provide any FIAT 500 part we needed for this project,” said WCC Project Designer Meagan Elliott. “Of course, they came through as always and the FIAT 500 ended up being an amazing creation.”

500 MADNESS supplied WCC with custom front and rear bumpers, side skirts and spoilers from Lester, Custom MADNESS Mirror Covers, Custom Interior Upgrades from BLACK and Magneti Marelli, Brake Upgrades by SILA Concepts, Performance Upgrades by Borla and Sprint Booster, MADNESS-designed HID Lighting Upgrades, and other complimentary parts and accessories. In addition, exclusive Lowering Springs were provided by MADNESS to improve the handling and look of the FIATTM 500.

About 500 MADNESS:

500 MADNESS is the largest U.S. provider of FIAT 500 accessories, custom body kits, performance and handling upgrades, custom wheels, and much more. With a large number of products in stock (and countless new ones in development), 500 MADNESS helps provide FIAT 500 owners and customizers with everything they need to customize their vehicle.

Based in Signal Hill, CA, MADNESS AUTOWORKS serves as the home to both 500 MADNESS and SMART MADNESS, the largest in stock inventory of parts and accessories for smart cars in the world. Founded in 2008, SMART MADNESS has over 600+ products that are ready to ship, helping drivers and customizers build the perfect smart car for their exact needs and specifications abroad or on site at their Signal Hill, CA facility. For more information please visit, http://www.madnessautoworks.com, http://www.500madness.com and http://www.smartmadness.com

500 MADNESS is an independent site and company that is not affiliated with FIAT USA, FIAT Group, FIAT ABARTH, or FIAT ABARTH USA. Copyright © 2010 500 , LLC. All rights reserved. 500 MADNESS, and the 500 MADNESS logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of MADNESS AUTOWORKS, LLC. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other company and/or product names, descriptions, or written content may be trade names, trademarks, and/or registered trademarks of the respective owners with for which they are associated.

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White Plains, NY (PRWEB) April 29, 2012

The recent economic rebound and warm weather have re-ignited interest travel by roadster. Roadtrip Luggage, one of the best-known designer of custom fitted roadster luggage worldwide today announced an expanded line of custom fitted bags for roadsters in time for the spring and summer driving seasons. The updated catalog can be found on their website http://www.ROADTRIPLUGGAGE.COM and features new items for the BMW Z4, Mercedes-Benz SLK, and Porsche 911.

“This latest batch of product marks the start of an exciting new phase in the growth of our company”, says Jerome A Jao, CEO of Roadtrip Luggage. “for the last 5 years, we have been building our product portfolio to provide products for all the major 2-seaters being driven in the USA. We’re all caught up and are now focusing our product planning on new vehicles in the pipeline. When a new roadster shows up in the showroom, expect a Roadtrip Luggage product for it shortly thereafter.”

Jao also hinted at future plans. “Don’t be surprised if you soon see our products being sold on auto dealer catalogs as official accessories for their vehicles. We’re doing a tremendous amount of legwork make this happen.”

Jao founded Roadtrip Luggage in 2006 after completing a 3,000 mile road trip in a 2 seat roadster across the United States. Inspired by the impressions of America’s scenery and vast open spaces and a fervent desire to share the experience, he started designing his first product right out of his garage in White Plains, NY. Fast forward to 2012, Roadtrip Luggage is now one of the best known provider of custom fitted roadster luggage in the world.

“Roadtrip Luggage continues to develop and research new exciting luggage solutions that let you drive with your top folded down,” says Jerome A Jao.

About Roadtrip Luggage:

Founded in 2006, Roadtrip Luggage® is the leading designer and manufacturer of travel solutions for roadsters, convertibles, and small automobiles. Roadtrip Luggage® is available at http://www.ROADTRIPLUGGAGE.COM, and at specialty automotive stores worldwide. The company is headquartered in White Plains, NY.

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AALinQ – Ground Breaking Android In-Car Integration

Belmont, CA (PRWEB) April 04, 2012

GROM Audio, producer of high quality digital converters for in-vehicle information and entertainment, announces a new Android mobile app specifically designed for GROM-USB2 and GROM-MST3 integration modules that allows the usage of Android phones and tablets as an advanced media center in the car.

The proprietary AALinQ™ application installed on Android phone/tablet will provide digital clear sound and full control over playlists, artists, and albums from the OEM stereo or from the application directly. The customers will no longer need the cumbersome car docks and cigarette lighter chargers. GROM-USB2 interface with AALinQ application will charge, control and play digital media directly from Android phone or tablet. Many car makes supported, including, but not limited to: Toyota, Lexus, Ford, GM, Honda, Mazda, Volvo, Mercedes, BMW, VW and many more.

“Your Android phone or tablet is a welcomed accessory in your car now!” says Dmitry Borisov, a company Founder and CEO.

For additional information, go to GROM Audio webpage at http://gromaudio.com/aalinq/index.html

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St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) April 12, 2012

On April 13, 2012, the St. Louis Cardinals, the reigning World Series Champions, return to Busch Stadium to begin defending their title. While only the players can satisfy the fans’ hunger for another victory, Delaware North Companies Sportservice, the St. Louis Cardinals’ concessionaire partner for more than 50 years, is satisfying their hunger for great taste sensations by revealing four new live-action stations at the concessions level – the Asian Café, The Carvery, Sliders and Fries, and Coke Island. Each station features completely customizable menu options sure to please every appetite.

Meanwhile, the Official Cardinals Team Store features St. Louis’ widest selection of World Series Gold Program apparel – a limited-edition line of gold-lettered Cardinals World Series Championship jerseys, t-shirts, hats and more. Players will wear the commemorative jersey and hat through Opening Day Weekend. Fans will also find exclusive expanded lines of merchandise, including player look-alike toys and items for the home and outdoors.

Custom-Made Concessions Inspired by Fan Demand

Sportservice is committed to providing concession options that evolve with fan demand. Due to their overwhelming popularity in the Redbird Club and during the 2011 playoff season, four new live-action cooking stations have made a permanent home in the main concourse.

“Sportservice continually strives to deliver the best in quality, flavor and service in our concession stands,” said Sportservice Chef Jessica Barnes Helms. “Live-action cooking allows us to incorporate all three of those things, and encourages the fan to completely customize any menu item. The ingredients are always fresh, and you get exactly what you order. Ballpark concessions just got personal.”

For fans looking to excite the palate without traveling too far from home, look no farther than the Asian Café, located next to the Farmer’s Market at Gate 1. Choose between either rice or noodles, then top with chicken or beef and fresh veggies. (Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available.) Personalized bowls are sautéed and seasoned with your pick of Asian-inspired sauces.

Craving home-style cuisine? Follow your nose to The Carvery (Gate 2). This build-your-own sandwich station features marinated turkey or beef sliced right off the bone, then piled high onto fresh-baked bread from St. Louis’ own Fazio’s Bakery on the Hill. Choose from complimentary sides to make this entrée a meal.

Moving down the concourse, Sliders and Fries (Section 148) is an entirely new concept developed by the Sportservice culinary team. This you-pick-two menu features three choices of sandwich meats – braised beef with au jus, pulled chicken with chipotle mayonnaise, and St. Louis-style barbecue pulled pork with grilled onions. Hand-cut French fries come in three varieties – seasoned, garlic and cheese – tossed to order. Mix and match any of these options to satisfy your own tastes or share with a friend.

Last but not least, the newly renovated (and expanded) Coke Island at Gate 1 is putting a gourmet twist on the All-American ballpark snack: popcorn. Popped in-house daily and continuously throughout each game, Coke Island serves four delicious flavors – butter, white cheddar, Cajun and caramel. Coke Island will make and distribute fresh, homemade popcorn throughout the entire stadium. Just when you thought the games couldn’t get any better, in-seat vendors will unveil bags of Cinnamon Sweet Cardinal Corn – the bright red, sweet and salty popcorn treat is perfect for fans of all ages.

Back by popular demand from the World Series are two favorites: the St. Louis Barbecue Bacon Dog (sections 133, 168, and the Redbird Club), and Build Your Own Nachos (sections 131, 151 and the Redbird Club). For a different twist on the dog, Sportservice will offer local Butcher on the Block bratwursts – jalapeño cheddar; chicken, spinach and mozzarella; and portabella and swiss – at the Ford Family Plaza between Gates 5 and 6.

Decked in Gold: New Merchandise for World Champion Fans

The St. Louis Cardinals will don gold-lettered jerseys and hats to celebrate their 2011 victory in their first 2012 appearance at Busch Stadium. Gild yourself in gold to match your favorite player as they sparkle and shine on Opening Day and through the weekend. Visit the Official Cardinals Team Store to find a full range of exclusive Gold Program apparel and accessories. The Gold Program merchandise includes gold-lettered jerseys for men, women and kids with a player’s name and number or a blank back; gold-letter t-shirts for men and women; gold-letter hats; gold coffee mugs, and a special edition lapel pin inspired by the World Series championship ring.

“For most Cardinals’ fans, World Series excitement is far from over,” said Stephanie Spargur, Sportservice retail manager. “This year, in addition to all the new merchandise for the 2012 season, you’ll see lots of 2011 World Series items. The most exciting items, and the ones with the most bling, will be our exclusive, gold-letter jerseys, t-shirts, hats and accessories. Dress like a champion; wear gold!”

The Official Cardinals Team Store:

The Team Store has also expanded its line of apparel for men and women. Exclusive Cutter and Buck premium apparel is back and has been expanded due to demand to feature men’s polo shirts, sweaters and ladies dresses. The jersey selection includes Majestic on-field jerseys, available for men and women, starring all the fan-favorites – David Freese, Yadier Molina, Lance Berkman, Matt Holliday and more.

Add a finishing touch with one of the Team Store’s exclusive watches. Die-hard fans won’t miss a beat with the Cardinals Schedule watch – programmable for the St. Louis Cardinals and other favorite teams’ schedules. And for the most sophisticated fans, look no further than the diamond-encrusted time piece, packaged in a sleek, James Bond-inspired carrying case.

Cultivate Cardinals Pride early with the new, Team Store-exclusive line of Cardinals inspired toys. In addition to plush toys and stuffed animals, young fans can take the players home with them after the game, in miniature version of course. Recreate the action-packed games with a set of player toys by Lil’ Teammates – complete with a pitcher, batter and catcher – or uniformed Cardinals figures by OYO. Indulge your daughter’s athlete crush with an “I ‘Heart’ David Freese” street sign.

Adorn your home and lawn with the finest Cardinals gear. Sportservice is launching stained-glass lamps, picture frames and clocks so fans can show Cardinals Pride in every room. Sportservice is also the provider of all your tailgating needs: Cardinals logo folding chairs and a collapsible table are suitable for the parking lot or a backyard barbecue. Fans can even take their team spirit to the great outdoors with themed camping stools and Cardinals fishing reel.

Back for the 2012 season are dozens of $ 12 and under souvenirs, including, mini-bats, koozies, magnets, baseball cards, jewelry, posters, postcards, foam fingers, foam claws, key chains, lanyards, pennants, player plaques, sunglasses and a pin of the month, now expanded for all 12 months of the year.

About Delaware North Companies Sportservice

Delaware North Companies Sportservice is one of the nation’s leading food, beverage and retail management companies, providing concessions, gourmet catering and fine dining operations at more than 50 professional sporting venues, entertainment complexes and convention centers across the United States and Canada. Sportservice is the provider of choice for an impressive client roster, including the World Series, the National Hockey League and Major League Baseball’s All-Star games, the Stanley Cup Championships and the Olympic Games.

Throughout its 90-year history, Sportservice has demonstrated that it knows what it takes to effectively develop, operate and manage multi-faceted kitchens, restaurants, suites with fine dining, and retail facilities in order to meet the changing demands of today’s fans. From introducing healthier food selections and creative cuisine to twists on traditional fare and new organic options, Sportservice continues to innovate and enhance the fan experience.

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AirBagIt

Mesa, AZ (PRWEB) February 21, 2012

AirBagIt.com this week debuted several additions to its industry-leading line of hoods, buckets, fenders and other customizable body parts.

Already well-known among auto enthusiasts for its selection of cowl induction hoods, steel bumpers and light kits, AirBagIt has raised the curtain on a host of sharp, new cosmetic improvements for numerous makes and models, including an expanded selection of hood scoops and an all-new line of tailgate cover skins.

“These new selections are awesome,” Joe Morrow, AirBagIt.com president, said in a press statement issued today. “The AirBagIt and Chassis Tech brands have always been about improving vehicle performance, first and foremost, but we’re car- and truck-lovers, too. We appreciate how important a smart, functional and sexy look is to most owners – so expanding on our selection of customizable body parts is both fun and something to be truly proud of.”

Joining a very popular line of body parts that already included blue-, silver- and red-flamed stainless chrome rearview mirrors, a wide array of fenders for numerous models, Euro tail lights and a broad selection of brake and taillight kits, AirBagIt.com has introduced new cosmetic products including red, black and chrome six-hole steering wheels, numerous wheel tubs, brushed-aluminum shifter knobs and a host of make- and model-specific products, such as steel light buckets specifically for the 1989-93 and 1994-99 Cadillac Deville.

Enthusiasts can also check out AirBagIt.com’s new selection of gullwing and lambo door hinges, an assortment of colorful windshield squirters and a spectacular variety of new decals.

“These innovations to our body-part selections and cosmetic touches will really help our customers personalize their vehicles,” noted AirBagIt.com President Morrow. “Anyone who’s interested in our air-lift suspension kits, our towing kits or our lowering kits is, by definition, an auto enthusiast who probably loves his or her car. These items are like special treats for someone like that: Not only can AirBagIt.com help your vehicle perform at its best, we can help it look its best, too.”

AirBagIt first launched in 1987 as Ratical Tops, which made convertible tops for most truck brands of the day. In 1992, the company expanded its product lines to include air-suspension systems and other products and incorporated as AIM Industries, producer of the AirBagIt and Chassis Tech brands.

The new body-part and cosmetic selections are the latest innovations to be introduced by AirBagIt and Chassis Tech over the past two decades. In 2002, AirBagIt received a patent for engineering the first air strut to replace the original MaxPherson strut suspension system, replacing the MacPherson’s coil spring-suspension with a game-changing air-bag suspension.

“We’ve always understood the importance of reinvention and dedication to excellence, but come on – cars are supposed to be fun!” Morro noted. “AirBagIt.com has always strived to put the best performance-enhancing products out there, but there’s no denying that for many owners, their ride’s look is as important as its performance. Offering those owners a one-stop opportunity to max out performance and trick out their ride is another reason why AirBagIt.com is the best. And if you ask around, most people who understand this industry consider AirBagIt and Chassis Tech to be the best.”

For more information on AIM Industries or the AirBagIt and Chassis Tech brands call (800) 842-8789.

“Most serious owners know where to look for air kits and leveling kits,” Morrow said. “And it’s not like AirBagIt.com never had any good tailgate skins or hood scoops, either. But now we have more – everything enthusiasts want to find to make their car or truck look its best, they’ll find right here.”

About AirBagIt

AirBagIt has been the leader of aftermarket air-suspension kits since 1992. Along with the Chassis Tech line of products, AirBagit offers a full line of air-lift suspensions, lowering kits, leveling kits and more, plus a broad array of body-styling and cosmetic parts and accessories. The Mesa, Arizona-based retailer ships over 12,000 packages monthly and offers a full lifetime warranty on all non-electrical parts (plus a 90-day warranty on electrical parts), as well as a 100-percent refund for unused parts returned within 30 days of purchase.

For more information, interview and image requests contact VirtuosOnline at 646.770.0005/6.

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AirBagIt

Mesa, Arizona (PRWEB) February 29, 2012

Already well-known among auto fans for its selection of cowl-induction hoods, AirBagIt recently debuted several additions to its industry leading line of customizable body parts, including: hoods, buckets and fenders.

“These new selections are awesome,” Joe Morrow, AirBagIt President, said in a recently released press statement.

Continuing with its popular line of auto body items, AirBagIt introduced parts that include blue, silver and red-flamed stainless chrome rear-view mirrors, a wide variety of fenders as well as European tail lights and a broad selection of brake kits.

The auto-parts retailer also revealed products such as red, black and chrome six-hole steering wheels, numerous wheel tubs, brushed-aluminum shifter knobs and a host of make- and model-specific products, such as steel light buckets tailored for the 1989-93 and 1994-99 Cadillac Deville.

“The AirBagIt and Chassis Tech brands have always been about improving vehicle performance, first and foremost, but we’re car- and truck-lovers, too. We appreciate how important a smart, functional and sexy look is to most owners – so expanding on our selection of customizable body parts is both fun and something to be truly proud of,” Morrow said.

Enthusiasts can also check out AirBagIt’s new selection of glowing door hinges, an assortment of flashy windshield squirters and a wide variety of new decals.

“These innovations to our body part selections and cosmetic touches will really help our customers personalize their vehicles,” Morrow said.

AirBagIt first launched in 1987 under the name of Ratical Tops, a company specializing in assembling convertible tops for most truck brands of the day. In 1992, the firm expanded its specialty lines to include air-suspension systems and other products; that same year, it incorporated as AIM Industries, originator of the AirBagIt and Chassis Tech brands.

The revamped body parts and cosmetic selections are the latest innovations to be introduced by AirBagIt and Chassis Tech over the last 20 years.

“We’ve always understood the importance of reinvention and dedication to excellence,” Morrow said. “And if you ask around, most people who understand this industry consider AirBagIt and Chassis Tech to be the best.”

For more information on AIM Industries or the AirBagIt and Chassis Tech brands call (800) 842-8789.

About AirBagIt

AirBagIt has been the leader of aftermarket air-suspension kits since 1992. Along with the Chassis Tech line of products, AirBagit offers a full line of air-lift suspensions, lowering kits, leveling kits and more, plus a broad array of body-styling and cosmetic parts and accessories. The Mesa, Arizona-based retailer ships over 12,000 packages monthly and offers a full lifetime warranty on all non-electrical parts (plus a 90-day warranty on electrical parts), as well as a 100-percent refund for unused parts returned within 30 days of purchase.

For additional information, interview and image requests contact VirtuosOnline.

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, Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.
Vocus, PRWeb, and Publicity Wire are trademarks or registered trademarks of Vocus, Inc. or Vocus PRW Holdings, LLC.