Ferrari Expands Its Presence in Florida With a New Dealership in Tampa

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ — Ferrari is pleased to announce the
opening of its new dealership in Florida: Ferrari of Tampa Bay.

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The 27 thousand square feet new facility, made possible by an investment
of $9 million, is the first in North America carrying Ferrari cars only.

This important opening represents the pinnacle of a larger investment that
Ferrari has been undertaking in Florida.

In recent months Ferrari of Central Florida, the Orlando dealership, has
undergone an important restructuring; so has The Collection, the Ferrari
dealership in Miami.

Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale is about to complete a multi-million dollar
renovation, and the opening of a brand new dealership in West Palm Beach is
expected by year-end.

Florida is the third largest market for Ferrari North America, accounting
for more than 12% of its sales in 2008.

Ferrari North America, with 36 dealerships in the US, 4 in Canada and 9 in
Central and South America, wants to offer to its customers an environment
similar to the one they would have by visiting the ever-renovating Ferrari
factory in Maranello.

Following this philosophy, Ferrari North America’s dealer network has
invested in the past two years $70 + million in new facilities, as well as in
renovating the existing ones.

Jig-A-Loo USA, Inc. and Sellers Racing Debut All-New Orange #83 Chevrolet and Launch National ‘Win with Peyton and Jig-A-Loo!’ Promotion

- Education Comes First for Sellers and Jig-A-Loo!! -

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ — Jig-A-Loo USA, Inc. (www.jigaloo.com), maker of the all-around silicone lubricant, will debut Peyton Sellers’ all-new #83 Jig-A-Loo Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS at the 2009 Toyota All-Star Showdown in Irwindale, California, January 23-24, 2009. Also making news as part of the debut is a special promotional campaign benefitting students called Win with Peyton and Jig-A-Loo! Win with Peyton and Jig-A-Loo! gives one lucky student and his/her school advisor a chance to win a full travel scholarship to the 2009 SkillsUSA National Convention in Kansas City, Missouri on June 21-26, 2009.

“We are excited to see Peyton do what he does best behind the wheel, and our team will be trackside watching and cheering him across the finish line on Saturday,” said Cindy Sutton, vice president of sales and marketing, Jig-A-Loo USA, Inc. “As part of our new partnership with Peyton, we feel the All-Star Showdown and Win with Peyton and Jig-A-Loo! gives us the perfect opportunity to educate the public about SkillsUSA and the importance of developing a skilled American workforce.”

The winner of the campaign must correctly guess the right number of laps led by Sellers during the 250-lap Showdown. To sign up and find more detailed information on Win with Peyton and Jig-A-Loo!, visit www.SkillsUSA.org and click on the “Watch NASCAR and enter to win a trip to NLSC” link.

Jig-A-Loo’s relationship with Peyton Sellers began through its mutual involvement with the SkillsUSA Youth Development Foundation. A true believer in the importance of education, Sellers is the current national spokesperson for SkillsUSA. SkillsUSA provides teachers and students with an educational outlet to prepare for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations. It has become one of the country’s largest student-based non-profit organizations supporting those entering the world of skilled trade. With membership of more than 300,000 students and instructors annually, SkillsUSA has reached more than 9.6 million members since its founding in 1965.

This new sponsorship supports the introduction of Graphite Extreme to Jig-A-Loo’s line of automotive products designed for the American automotive aftermarket. Graphite Extreme is a high performance graphite-based lubricant designed for automotive and high temperature applications wherever friction and heat cause lubrication problems.

Jig-A-Loo products are available at The Home Depot, Advance Auto Parts and participating Independent Hardware stores. They can also be purchased online at www.homedepot.com. In the coming months, Jig-A-Loo USA will also be launching its newest line of EconoGreen plastics. For more info please visit www.jigaloo.com.

The Toyota All-Star Showdown and its qualifying event will be aired live on SPEED, January 23-24, 2009. In addition to Sellers, this year’s race includes a long list of top drivers from the NASCAR Camping World Series and former Toyota All-Star Showdown winners. The Toyota All-Star Showdown is known by many as the “Daytona 500 of short tracks,” and will be a race to remember.

About Jig-A-Loo

Jig-A-Loo has been used in industrial and commercial establishments since 1958. The product was launched in 1998 in the Canadian mass retail market, quickly capturing a substantial portion of the lubricant market with its clean, dry and smooth application winning over do it yourselfers and professionals alike. Jig-A-Loo is ideal for wood, metal, leather and a number of other surfaces. It is an exceptional water-repellent, a rust and freeze inhibitor, and will not stain. Unlike traditional lubricants, Jig-A-Loo contains no oil, grease, wax or detergent.

About SkillsUSA

SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization serving teachers and high school and college students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations. Founded in 1965, it has become one of the country’s largest student-based non-profit organizations supporting those entering the world of skilled trade. With membership of more than 300,000 students and instructors annually, SkillsUSA has reached more than 9.6 million members since its inception.

For more information on Jig-A-Loo, visit www.jigaloo.com.

For more information on Peyton Sellers, visit www.peytonsellers.com or contact Michelle Soyarsmichelle@mediafit.net, MediaFit, 888-756-3342.

To learn more on SkillsUSA or how to become involved, visit www.skillsusa.org.

For Media Information, Jig-A-Loo product samples or images please contact Terry Millerterry@drivenmc.com, DRIVEN Media Communications, 951-587-9465.

Knickerbocker Ice Festival to Showcase Green Technologies and Strategies

Hydrogen-powered GM Chevy Equinox on display at Knickerbocker Ice Festival

BEAR MOUNTAIN, N.Y., Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ — The Palisades Interstate Park Commission (PIPC) announced that the Knickerbocker Ice Festival (www.knickerbockericefestival.com, January 24-25, 2009), the kickoff event for the Hudson Valley Quadricentennial, will feature green transportation and demos for attendees courtesy of General Motors. Attendees can see and learn more about Chevrolet Equinox fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV), powered by hydrogen.

“Hydrogen, the most abundant element in the universe, can be made from renewable sources, such as wind and solar power. GM believes that the use of biofuels, hybrids, battery-electric vehicles, and fuel cells can significantly reduce emissions and reduce our dependence on foreign energy supplies,” said Christopher Colquitt of General Motors.

The Solar Center (www.TheSolarCenter.com), of Rockaway, NJ, and independent solar consultant Tom O’ Reilly of Pearl River, NY, are setting up a solar energy lighting project at the ice sculptures and the ice gallery. NYS DOT has installed two solar-powered traffic signs outside both entrances giving information about the event.

“Greening” events is part of the State Parks system’s overall initiative to operate in a more environmentally sustainable way. Part of that initiative will be the use of biodegradable utensils during the Ice Festival.

“We will be using and composting biodegradable bowls and spoons. This helps promote the use of ‘green’ products and reduces the amount of trash that would otherwise go to a landfill or incinerator,” said Rich Schiafo, NYS Parks and Recreation Sustainability Coordinator.

“Ice Festival visitors can see one of the greenest vehicles around, with the knowledge that much of the waste generated at the event will be turned into compost and reused. We’re all trying every day to do what we can to make our lives a little greener, and GM, The Solar Center, and the DOT’s efforts represent a big step forward in the greening of America,” said Timothy Englert, development specialist, PIPC.

The Knickerbocker Ice Festival, which celebrates the Rockland Lake’s history as the epicenter of the ice industry during the 19th century, begins the year-long celebration marking the first historic voyages up the Hudson River. There will be plenty of parking and restroom facilities available.

Cars.com Reports Increase in Car-Shopping Activity in New Year

CHICAGO, Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ — Several key audience statistics measured
on Cars.com show positive gains to start the New Year, a sign that consumers
who were taking a “wait and see” approach to car buying because of the economy
might now be coming back to market.

“While we are looking at a relatively short period of data, we are seeing
lifts in several key metrics that correlate with purchase behavior — an
encouraging sign for dealers looking for a rebound after a tough close to
2008,” said Mitch Golub, president of Cars.com. “Based on activity we saw in
the first full business week of the year on Cars.com, we are optimistic that
automotive sales will pick up in the first quarter of 2009.”

Measures of consumers entering the car-shopping process appear to be
improving, based on key site metrics on Cars.com for the first workweek of
2009.

— More consumers are going to Cars.com; site visits are up 19 percent
over the same time last year. Consumers are more engaged in the process: Time
spent per visit is up 8 percent since December and 12 percent over a year ago;
it’s now 15 minutes for each visit.*1

— Searches conducted are up 19 percent since December, and searches for
new cars are up 16 percent over a year ago.

— Leads submitted to dealers are up 18 percent over December and up 8
percent over a year ago.

In addition, Cars.com also has had record visits to its mobile site, with
vehicle searches via mobile devices up 30 percent over December. A recent
survey conducted by Cars.com showed that 39 percent of consumers who accessed
Cars.com through their mobile device were on a dealer lot shopping for a car
when they did so.

“While it is still early to tell if this trend will continue, we are
encouraged to see such solid year-over-year gains, especially since last
January was a strong month. We see all of these measures as positive signs
for the automotive business as we head into the New Year,” Golub said.

About Cars.com

Cars.com is the leading destination for online car shoppers, offering
credible, easy-to-understand information from consumers and experts to help
buyers formulate opinions on what to buy, where to buy and how much to pay for
a car. With comprehensive pricing information, side-by-side comparison tools,
photo galleries, videos, unbiased editorial content and a large selection of
new- and used-car inventory, Cars.com puts millions of car buyers in control
of their shopping process with the information they need to make confident
buying decisions.

Launched in June 1998, Cars.com is a division of Classified Ventures, LLC,
which is owned by leading media companies, including Belo (NYSE: BLC), Gannett
Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI), The McClatchy Company (NYSE: MNI), Tribune Company and
The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO).

    1 Based on Cars.com site metrics Jan. 5-Jan. 11, 2009. Represents the
      first complete business week of the new year. Comparable dates for 2008
      are Jan. 7-Jan. 13, 2008. Monthly comparisons are based on Cars.com
      site metrics from Jan. 5-Jan. 11, 2009 versus Dec. 5-Dec. 11, 2008.

Identifix(R) Partners With AutoNetTV to Provide Monthly Video Tips for Auto Service Center Technicians

ST. PAUL, Minn., Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ — Identifix(R), (www.identifix.com) one of the nation’s premier sources of online and hotline diagnostic and repair information, today announced that it has partnered with AutoNetTV, to provide video content for its Pro Channel. The Identifix Tip of the Month will include valuable information on how to diagnose and fix tough vehicle repair problems. It will be broadcast each month on the AutoNetTV Pro Channel, viewed by owners and team members at approximately 4,700 English-speaking service centers throughout North America. The channel provides business and marketing insights, technical training, and other industry-specific messages devoted to the professionals working in the automotive aftermarket.

“We are thrilled to include the Identifix Tip of the Month on the Pro Channel for the technicians, and others working at our subscriber locations,” says AutoNetTV co-founder, Sean Whiffen. “We’ve been fortunate to work with some of the best content partners out there, like CBS and Identifix, to make the AutoNetTV and Pro Channel programs entertaining, educational and motivating. Identifix has a great track record of identifying problems and providing solutions for vehicle repairs. We are sure the owners and staff will look forward to the Tip of the Month segment.”

The Identifix Tips of the Month are hosted by Jim Newkirk, an Identifix master certified technician, the Identifix European carline team leader and Direct-Hit product specialist. Newkirk brings over 32 years of diagnostic experience and has worked for Identifix Repair Hotline for 15 years. Identifix will provide a tip segment each month, and the first of 12 will air in February. Each Identifix Tip of the Month is a known fix from the Identifix Hotline Archives(TM), which are designed to help technicians across North America diagnose and fix tough problems on the vehicles that they encounter.

Identifix collects and stores known good fixes in what is referred to as a Hotline Archive. A Hotline Archive contains the information and tests a technician will need to diagnose problems on all types of vehicles and systems in one easy to read and use document. They can shortcut diagnostic time and get the technician to a solution quickly and accurately. Each Hotline Archive starts with the vehicle description, mileage and a short description of the customer concern. It then walks the technician through the Confirmed Fix(TM). A Confirmed Fix is the result of a technician using a Hotline Archive to fix a problem, confirming exactly how they were able to fix their specific problem.

When validated by an Identifix technician, the Confirmed Fix is then added to the Hotline Archive making it even more valuable, because experience-based fix information is added to the Hotline Archive. These Confirmed Fixes provide unique experience-based diagnostic information and are extremely useful to technicians searching for a quick fix for a vehicle.

The Identifix Tip of the Month will provide technicians with a monthly selection of real world test information and Confirmed Fixes contained in Hotline Archives.

“We are very excited to partner with AutoNetTV.com. Video is such a great medium to communicate how to diagnose and fix tough problems faster and more accurately. By using Identifix, a shop is able to see whether other shops are observing similar problems on vehicles. The shop can then take advantage of the short cut tests created by our master technicians and use likely causes to find fixes faster,” said Jeff Sweet, Identifix President.

About AutoNetTV

AutoNetTV is the pioneer of automotive television programming for customers in the waiting areas of service centers. Over 5,200 (English and French) service centers throughout North America receive this custom programming to educate customers on their factory scheduled and preventative maintenance needs, and to improve their waiting experience. AutoNetTV combines fast-paced entertainment pieces from CBS with independent editorial content to increase customer satisfaction and preventative maintenance services. The monthly program is approximately an hour and a half long and provides multiple options for major service chains to integrate their branded messages within the existing AutoNetTV programming content. AutoNetTV also provides the Pro Channel, dedicated to the owners and team members of service centers. This program provides business and marketing insights, technical training, and other industry-specific messages devoted to the professionals working in the automotive aftermarket. The Pro Channel is also used by major brands as a corporate communication platform. For more information visit: http://www.AutoNetTV.com

About Identifix:

Founded in 1987, Identifix(R) has evolved into the nation’s best source for knowledge of what breaks on vehicles, what vehicles it breaks on, and how to fix those vehicles correctly. Identifix has built this knowledge base through continual analysis of data. The knowledge base is created from data gathered from the more than 250,000 annual calls it receives from technicians seeking diagnostic assistance for vehicle repair problems; its staff of 41 Master Technicians (with over 900 years combined years of experience performing vehicle diagnostics); and the nation’s most comprehensive on-site library of factory vehicle service information.

Identifix products and services include: Repair Hotline(TM), Direct-Hit(TM), Repair Trac(TM), and consulting services to automotive equipment manufacturers. Identifix most recent awards included 2003 MOTOR TOP 20 Tool and 2004 ASA Benefit of the Year. For more information visit: www.identifix.com.

Bosch Technologies Improve Safety, Performance of 2009 Chevrolet Traverse

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Jan. 19 /PRNewswire/ — With a push for the “next
generation of transportation” at this week’s 2009 North American International
Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Bosch is helping General Motors bring safety,
comfort and performance to consumers through its innovative technologies.

Bosch is supplying its electronic stability control (ESC) and transmission
electro-hydraulic control module (TEHCM) to the 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.

Safety and Comfort

The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, winner of the Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety’s (IIHS) highest safety honor, comes standard with the StabiliTrak
Electronic Stability Control System featuring Bosch ESC technology.

“Bosch is an industry leader in safety technology,” explained Dr. Kay
Stepper, director of marketing and product planning, Chassis Systems Controls
Division, Robert Bosch LLC. “This is a great opportunity to partner with
General Motors to provide key elements for the ‘next generation of
transportation.’”

Bosch’s ESC technology is an active safety system that detects vehicle
instability or loss of vehicle control. In these critical situations, ESC
instantly intervenes to keep the vehicle on course. The system includes
sensors that constantly monitor and compare a vehicle’s actual behavior with
the driver’s intention. When instability is detected, ESC triggers the
appropriate response, helping the driver maintain control.

In addition, the Chevy Traverse comes equipped with Bosch transmission
electro-hydraulic control technology, which provides enhanced driver comfort
through fast and smooth shifting. The Electronic Hydraulic Module integrates
the microhybrid control unit, actuators and sensors to provide a thoroughly
tested modular unit installed directly inside the Traverse’s six-speed
transmission. Each unit is fully calibrated, matched and tested, offering
greater reliability and advantages in cost and weight.

“We work with our customers to develop transmission products and software
solutions that are adapted for each specific manufacturer’s performance
requirements,” said Sujit Jain, regional president, Gasoline Systems North
America, Robert Bosch LLC. “We are excited to be a part of this unique vehicle
that will carry GM into the next generation of crossovers.”

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services.
In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and
building technology, some 271,000 associates generated sales of 46.3 billion
euros (over $63 billion) in fiscal 2007. The Bosch Group comprises Robert
Bosch GmbH and its more than 300 subsidiaries and regional companies in
roughly 50 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales
network is the foundation for further growth. Each year, Bosch spends more
than 3 billion euros for research and development, and applies for over 3,000
patents worldwide. The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch
(1861-1942) as “Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering.”

In North America, the Bosch Group manufactures and markets automotive
original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial automation and mobile
products, power tools and accessories, security technology, thermo-technology,
packaging equipment and household appliances. Bosch employs approximately
25,000 associates in more than 70 locations throughout the U.S., Canada and
Mexico, with reported sales of $9.5 billion in fiscal 2007. For more
information on the company, visit www.boschusa.com.

Infinity Property and Casualty to Announce Fourth Quarter 2008 Results

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Jan. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Infinity Property and
Casualty Corporation (Nasdaq: IPCC) expects to release its fourth quarter 2008
results on Thursday, February 5, 2009 before the market opens. The earnings
release will be available shortly thereafter on Infinity’s website at
http://www.ipacc.com .

In connection with its earnings release, Infinity will hold a conference
call to discuss the fourth quarter results on Thursday, February 5, 2009 at
11:00 am ET. There are two alternative communication modes available to
listen to the call. Telephone access will be available by dialing 1-888-679-
8033 and providing the confirmation code 31832289. Please dial in 5 to 10
minutes prior to the scheduled start time. You may also pre-register for the
conference call. By pre-registering, you will be provided immediate access to
the call on February 5, without waiting in queue to speak with an operator.
To pre-register and obtain a PIN number, please go to
https://www.theconferencingservice.com/prereg/key.process?key=PDHVVGEME and
fill out the brief registration form. The conference call will also be
broadcast live over the Internet. To listen to the call via the Internet, go
to Infinity’s website, http://www.ipacc.com , click on Investor Relations and
follow the instructions at the webcast link. A replay of the conference call
will be available one hour following the completion of the call, at around
1:00 pm ET and will run until 8:00 pm ET on Thursday, February 12, 2009. To
listen to the replay, dial 1-888-286-8010 and provide the confirmation code
70298012. The archived webcast will be available on Infinity’s website for
one year.

Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation is a national provider of
personal automobile insurance with a concentration on nonstandard auto
insurance. Its products are offered through a network of approximately 13,000
independent agencies and brokers. For more information about Infinity, please
visit http://www.ipacc.com .

BorgWarner Supplies Ward’s ‘10 Best Engines 2009′

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — The BorgWarner
Engine Group supplies systems and components for five of the “10 Best Engines
2009″ presented by Ward’s Auto World at the North American International Auto
Show, including:

    -- Audi 2.0L TFSI turbocharged DOHC I-4 (A4 Avant)
    -- BMW 3.0L DOHC I-6 Turbodiesel (335d)
    -- Chrysler 5.7L Hemi OHV V-8 (Dodge Ram/Challenger R/T)
    -- Ford 2.5L DOHC I-4 HEV (Escape Hybrid)
    -- Volkswagen 2.0L SOHC I-4 Turbodiesel (Jetta TDI)

Turbochargers, engine timing systems, viscous fan drives, glow plugs and
control modules, and instant start systems are some of the technologies
BorgWarner produces for the engines on the distinguished list.

“Fuel economy, reduced emissions and enhanced performance — these
important benefits drive advances in BorgWarner’s industry-leading engine
technology,” said Tim Manganello, BorgWarner Chairman and CEO. “We are proud
to contribute to the success of these notable engines. Congratulations to our
winning customers — Audi, BMW, Chrysler, Ford and Volkswagen.”

Ward’s 10 Best Engines program has built a reputation as the auto
industry’s annual barometer of powertrain expertise. Nominations for the award
are limited to engines that are available in regular-production, U.S. models
on sale no later than the first quarter of 2009 with a base price of no more
than $54,000.

Auburn Hills, Michigan-based BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a product
leader in highly engineered components and systems for vehicle powertrain
applications worldwide. The FORTUNE 500 company operates manufacturing and
technical facilities in 64 locations in 17 countries. Customers include
VW/Audi, Ford, Toyota, Renault/Nissan, General Motors, Hyundai/Kia, Daimler,
Chrysler, Fiat, BMW, Honda, John Deere, PSA, and MAN. The Internet address for
BorgWarner is: http://www.borgwarner.com.

Media Registration Now Open for SAE 2009 World Congress

DETROIT, Jan. 19 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Reporters, editors and photographers who will be covering the SAE 2009 World Congress — the premier automotive technology event — may now pre-register for press credentials by emailing contact information to pr@sae.org.

    WHAT:             SAE 2009 World Congress, with the theme "Racing to
                      Green Mobility." Honda is the host company and the
                      Tier 1 Strategic Partner is Bosch.

    WHEN:             April 20-23, 2009

    WHERE:            Cobo Center, Detroit

    INFORMATION:      www.sae.org/congress

SAE International is a global association of more than 121,000 engineers and related technical experts in the automotive, aerospace and commercial-vehicle industries. SAE International’s core competencies are life-long learning and standards development. SAE International’s charitable arm is the SAE Foundation, which supports many programs, including A World in Motion(R) and the Collegiate Design Series.

Contact: Nancy Lewis or Shawn Andreassi, both of SAE International, at pr@sae.org or 1-248-273-4092.

Fuel Cell Challenge To Be Introduced at NAIAS Education Day Event

WARRENDALE, Pa., Jan. 19 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Developing alternative energy sources for the future is essential. One promising solution may be the fuel cell. SAE International’s A World in Motion program will introduce this new activity at a GM/SAE press conference set for Education Day at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

DATE: NAIAS Education Day, Wednesday, Jan. 21

TIME: 10 a.m.

PLACE: Cobo Center, at the GM exhibit

Dan Hancock, GM Vice President of Global Powertrain Engineering, Matthew Miller, SAE International, and students from Lincoln Middle School, Pontiac, and Heilmann Middle School, Detroit, will introduce this new feature of SAE International’s A World in Motion K-12 program, supported by the SAE Foundation. This Challenge is targeted to middle-school students across the nation.

The new program, which is receiving support from the GM Foundation and other corporations in the automotive industry, will play a key role in helping to introduce students to the fundamental skills necessary for a future career in science, technology and engineering.

In addition, GM will have available a Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell vehicle for reporters and editors to test drive following press conference; the vehicle will be located at the Ride-And-Drive Park in Michigan Hall.

SAE International is a global association of more than 121,000 engineers and related technical experts in the automotive, aerospace and commercial-vehicle industries. SAE International’s core competencies are life-long learning and standards development. SAE International’s charitable arm is the SAE Foundation, which supports many programs, including A World in Motion(R) and the Collegiate Design Series.

– www.sae.org –

CONTACT: Nancy Lewis or Shawn Andreassi, both of SAE International, pr@sae.org, +1-248-273-4092