04/22/13 Comprehensive Real-Time News Feed for Automakers.

• United Way for Southeastern Michigan Exceeds $35 Million Community... _{2013-04-22, 06:31 pm}
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• Chemtura to Attend Barclays' High Yield Bond and Syndicated Loan Conference in Chicago _{2013-04-22, 07:41 pm}
  Chemtura Corporation today announced that Stephen Forsyth, executive vice president and chief financial officer, and Dalip Puri, vice president, Investor Relations and treasurer, will present at Barclays High Yield Bond and Syndicated Loan Conference from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at the JW Marriott Chicago, 151 W. Adams Street, Chicago.
• Osisko's massive gold mine would be tough to start amid today's uncertainty: CEO _{2013-04-22, 07:32 pm}
  The head of a mining company that owns one of Canada's largest gold operations says it would be very difficult to start such a project under today's uncertain conditions.
• Energy stocks lead a turnaround on Wall Street _{2013-04-22, 07:31 pm}
  Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York, Monday, April 22, 2013.
• Stocks edge higher as energy stocks rebound _{2013-04-22, 07:28 pm}
  The energy industry climbed 1 percent, making it the biggest gainer in the Standard & Poor's 500 index.
• Hyundai Motor Unveils a Preview of its China-Exclusive Model "Mistra" at 2013 Auto Shanghai _{2013-04-22, 07:21 pm}
  Hyundai Motor Company unveiled a new concept vehicle at the 2013 Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition.
• Test Driving the Chevy Spark EV Built in White Marsh _{2013-04-22, 07:12 pm}
  White Marsh can be proud to say that it is home to the first and currently only General Motors plant that is producing parts for the all-American made, all-electric car-the Chevrolet Spark EV.
• Osiskoa s massive gold mine would be tough to start amid todaya s uncertainty: CEO _{2013-04-22, 07:11 pm}
  The head of a mining company that owns one of Canada's largest gold operations says it would be very difficult to start such a project under today's uncertain conditions.
• Court: Does ex-wife or widow get life insurance proceeds? _{2013-04-22, 07:07 pm}
  Supreme Court justices are questioning a Virginia law that would override a federal employee's designation of a beneficiary in a federal insurance program.
• Ford and Shft.com launch Food Tripping app to encourage greener lifestyles _{2013-04-22, 07:07 pm}
  Ford Motor Company and SHFT.com , the sustainable media platform that curates the best in design, art, food , film and music, celebrate Earth Day 2013 with the launch of " Food Tripping ," a free app allowing users to find a broad range of fresh, local, seasonal, healthy food options on the go.
• Quad/Graphics presses deeper into New Berlin _{2013-04-22, 07:06 pm}
  Quad/Graphics has begun installing equipment in what will be its second New Berlin facility, a 205,063-square-foot industrial building at 5600 S. Moorland Road.
• Richard Giesen, Business Leader, Dies _{2013-04-22, 06:40 pm}
  Information was provided by Wenban Funeral Home. Richard A. Giesen, 83, a longtime resident of Lake Forest, died at home Friday surrounded by his family.
• Trinity Industries Acquires Forjas Metalicas _{2013-04-22, 06:28 pm}
  Trinity Industries has acquired the assets of Forjas MetA licas for about $23 million, plus assumption of certain specific liabilities.
• Ford COO Mark Fields named chairman of United Way _{2013-04-22, 06:22 pm}
  Mark Fields, chief operating officer of Ford Motor Co., poses for a photograph in front of a 2013 C-MAX Hybrid vehicle in Dearborn, Michigan, U.S., on Thursday, Dec.
• Genuine Parts Company Announces Quarterly Dividend of $0.54 _{2013-04-22, 06:04 pm}
  Genuine Parts Company announced a quarterly dividend on Monday, April 22nd, ARN reports.
• United Way for Southeastern Michigan Exceeds $35 Million Community... _{2013-04-22, 06:00 pm}
  After standing dark for five years, the torch was relit to signify a monumental change in the way the public and private sectors are working together to achieve a common goal - making greater one of the top five cities in the country in which to live and work by the year 2030, which is the year when children born in 2012 will graduate from high ... (more)
• Wabash National Upgraded to Neutral by Zacks _{2013-04-22, 05:54 pm}
  The firm currently has a $8.90 price target on the stock. A number of other firms have also recently commented on WNC.
• Wabash National Price Target Cut to $12.00 by Analysts at BB&T _{2013-04-22, 05:43 pm}
  The firm currently has a "buy" rating on the stock. Wabash National traded up 1.15% on Monday, hitting $8.78. Wabash National has a 52-week low of $5.65 and a 52-week high of $11.00. The stock's 50-day moving average is currently $9.71. The company has a market cap of $601.0 million and a price-to-earnings ratio of 5.67. Wabash National last issued ... (more)
• Fresh Toyota Suit Features Panicked Call for Help _{2013-04-22, 05:40 pm}
  The family of a 59-year-old woman who drowned when her 2009 Camry sped out of control and plummeted into a river near Sacramento, Calif., has sued Toyota Motor Corp., which already faces hundreds of lawsuits over deaths and injuries caused by accidents attributed to sudden acceleration .
• Look to Japan's ageing industrial sprawl for roadblock to Abenomics _{2013-04-22, 05:40 pm}
  For a close-up view of where Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's economic policies could falter, skip across Tokyo Bay to the sprawling Kimitsu steelworks, once a must-see icon of Japan's export boom.

04/18/13 The Raw Automaker Newsfeed

Comprehensive Real-Time News Feed for Automakers.

• Toyota's Lexus Line Earns its Stars & Stripes and 2 Auto Stocks Going Places _{2013-04-18, 10:17 pm}
  Toyota Motor Co. : The parent company of Lexus is announcing that for the first time in the luxury company's history, vehicles will start being manufactured in the United States.
• Toyota to produce luxury Lexus model at US plant _{2013-04-18, 10:15 pm}
  ... roughly 70 per cent of the cars and trucks it sells in the region, he said. The strong yen had caused Japanese automakers to produce more cars in North America. But recently the yen has weakened against the US dollar, helping Japanese exporters. ...
• Japan Stocks Volatile, Face Weekly Loss _{2013-04-18, 10:12 pm}
  Japanese blue-chips were volatile in early trading Friday, with the benchmark Nikkei Stock Average likely to post its first weekly loss in four weeks.
• Nikkei turns down as Wall Street sours mood; caution over G20 meeting _{2013-04-18, 10:02 pm}
  ROB Insight is The Globe and Mail's exclusive feature led by a team of award-winning editors and writers who provide you with in-depth analysis on breaking business news and the issues that matter most.
• Most actively traded companies on the TSX, TSX Venture Exchange markets _{2013-04-18, 10:02 pm}
  Eastern Platinum Ltd. . Miner. Down a penny, or 8.70 per cent, at 10.5 cents on 63.94 million shares.
• VW Is Already The World's Leading Automaker _{2013-04-18, 09:58 pm}
  ... GM's stock valuation, weighed down by lingering government involvement, ranks dead last among the world's Top 10 automakers. Investors are not yet convinced of a GM turnaround following its 2009 government-led bankruptcy. The U.S. Treasury has said ...
• Milwaukee ghost tours _{2013-04-18, 09:52 pm}
  Because of TV shows such as SyFy's "Ghost Hunters" and The Travel Channel's "Ghost Adventures," paranormal tours have become a popular method of sightseeing in major cities throughout the United States.
• Allianz SE Rating Reiterated by AlphaValue _{2013-04-18, 09:33 pm}
  's stock had its "reduce" rating restated by analysts at AlphaValue in a research report issued to clients and investors on Thursday, Stock Ratings Network.com reports.
• GM Says Cruze Diesel Gets 46 MPG After Previously Estimating 42 _{2013-04-18, 09:19 pm}
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• NYSE Euronext () Announces Quarterly Earnings Results, Misses Estimates By $0.06 EPS _{2013-04-18, 08:51 pm}
  NYSE Euronext released its earnings data on Thursday. The company reported $3.00 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $3.06 by $0.06, Stock Ratings Network reports.
• Marchionne asks world governments to be 'technology neutral' on fuel alternatives _{2013-04-18, 08:51 pm}
  Fiat-Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne called on governments around the world to remain "technology neutral" and not force automakers' hands as they try to find an alternative to gasoline-powered cars and trucks.
• NPR's 'World Cafe' recording at Harley-Davidson Museum in May _{2013-04-18, 08:41 pm}
  The Harley-Davidson Museum, pictured above, will host NPR's music show World Cafe May 14; host David Dye is flying in from Philadelphia to conduct an interview and record a performance with the Black Rebel Motorcycle Club.
• Bret Michaels, Blackberry Smoke among 13 new additions to Harley-Davidson anniversary celebration _{2013-04-18, 08:41 pm}
  Bret Michaels is among 13 acts announced Thursday by Harley-Davidson slated to perform at the Milwaukee company's 110th anniversary celebration at the Summerfest grounds Labor Day weekend.
• Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Investigation on Behalf of Investors of Autoliv, Inc._{2013-04-18, 08:40 pm}
  Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that it is investigating potential claims against Autoliv, Inc.
• Audi _{2013-04-18, 08:28 pm}
  ... the new corporate symbol was developed by "bringing back" an old, classic emblem from Chrysler's past. European automakers' insignia have more history and are probably more easily recognized. For example, virtually everyone recognizes Rolls Royce's ...
• Toyota's hybrid vehicle sales pass 5m _{2013-04-18, 08:25 pm}
  ... December 2015. Hybrid technology was met with skepticism at first, but it is now offered by all the world's major automakers. REDS' football director Michael Petrillo is in China interviewing a candidate as the hunt for a Reds new-world football ...
• Diesel Cruze sets benchmark for fuel efficiency _{2013-04-18, 08:14 pm}
  President Barack Obama on Thursday will pay tribute to those killed and gravely wounded in what he called an "act of terror" at the Boston Marathon.
• Mario Gabelli - Active Trading LUFK, SUP, OMPI _{2013-04-18, 08:07 pm}
  According to GuruFocus Real Time Picks, GAMCO Investors' Chairman and CEO Mario Gabelli is actively trading this week, making three significant increases to his recently updated portfolio of 792 stocks, 41 of them new, with a total value of $13.6 billion, and a quarter-over-quarter turnover of 6%. Booming Oil Patch Loves LUFK - Major Gains Over the ... (more)
• Fiat sets lowball lease to push 500e _{2013-04-18, 07:54 pm}
  To make its 500e electric more appealing to shoppers, Fiat will offer the car for the same monthly lease payment as the base 500 with a gasoline engine.
• Going local Japanese carmakers turn to Chinese parts for China market _{2013-04-18, 07:53 pm}
  Reuters A visitor walks between Toyota Motor Corp cars displayed behind a sign in Chinese (R) and English at the company's showroom in Tokyo in this October 18, 2012 file photo. REUTERS/Toru Hanai/Files

Fiat CEO "doesn't think" automaker will need to revise 2013 targets

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Retired bankers in demand as India Inc looks for licence

Banking aspirants are busy enlisting the services of former bankers who can share their vast experience and domain knowledge.

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Japan prepares for major role in...

A 5,000-tonne shipment of rice to Japan from Myanmar for the first time in 45 years caught international headlines last week, with media lauding another milestone in Myanmar's political reforms.

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Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top Among Bands Set to Play at Harley-Davidson Anniversary Bash in Milwaukee

Lynyrd Skynyrd , ZZ Top and The Doobie Brothers are among a bevy of music acts that will take part in the finale of Harley-Davidson's 110th Anniversary Celebration this summer in Milwaukee.

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Fiat Industrial meets targets, eyes merger with CNH

Turin, April 8 - Fiat Industrial, the holding company of the non-automotive assets of Fiat SpA, recorded a net profit of 921 million euros in 2012, up 31% over the previous year, according to results presented at a shareholders' meeting on Monday.

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Ford gives glimpse into making of concept next-generation pickup

Ford Motor Co. recently released a look into the making of its Ford Atlas concept pickup , which debuted earlier this year at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

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SAE Foundation to Honor STEM Education Supporter Mary Barra with the...

SAE Foundation announced today that it will honor Mary T. Barra with its Industry Leadership Award at the 2013 SAE Foundation Celebration Dinner.

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110th anniversary Harley-Davidsons go on presale

Harley-Davidson is celebrating its 110th anniversary this year, and in addition to releasing limited-edition apparel and accessories in commemoration of the occasion, the firm's 110th Anniversary Edition Motorcycles are also currently on presale in Taiwan.

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Lexus Dethroned by BMW Seeking Under-50s Buyers With IS

Toyota Motor Corp. 's Lexus, dethroned by BMW and Mercedes as the U.S. luxury sales leader, aims to remake itself with models more like performance cars and less like family cars, leading to a new IS sport sedan intended to lure entry-level drivers who would otherwise buy German.

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New Book: Small Town Rules

In their new book Small Town Rules , Barry Moltz and Becky McCray reveal the seven "rural-style" solutions that have become invaluable to even the largest companies, most dominant brands, and most cosmopolitan businesses.

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BMW Concept X4 has coupe appearance

The BMW Concept X4 is a compact SUV that will become a production model, to be built on the same platform as the X3 compact.

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Cadillac drives sales surge for General Motors

Cadillac's $33,095 ATS small model drove a 49 percent rise in sales last month for General Motors Co.'s luxury line.

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One-Of-A-Kind Bike

For the eighth time in as many years, the Kids and Cancer Benefit Run organization will be giving away a brand new Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

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Word, reel to mend lives

Jamshedpur, April 6: An NGO and a filmmaker today joined the crusade to check student suicides in the city, where the malaise has assumed epidemic proportions.

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Motorcyclist killed after losing control on North Freeway

A man who was riding a motorcycle with a group of other riders died Friday night after losing control on the North Freeway.

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Stephen Bayley: Is the Motor City's downturn about to turn around?

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Tenth annual Harley Davidson rally roars into Northampton town centre

The unmistakable sound of almost 200 Harley Davidsons roared into Abington Street this morning as the motorcycle run celebrated its 10th anniversary.

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04/06/13 Comprehensive Real-Time News Feed for Automakers.

• Kenneth J. Roberts _{2013-04-06, 05:50 am}
  Kenneth J. Roberts, age 70, of Elyria passed away Friday, March 29, 2013 at New Life Hospice Center of St.
• Calif. DA says Toyota to pay $16M settlement A $16 million settlement ... _{2013-04-06, 05:04 am}
  A $16 million settlement over the safety recall of Toyota vehicles that were at risk for unintended acceleration and braking issues was announced Friday by Orange County prosecutors and Toyota Motor Corp.
• GM To Invest $332 Million In Bedford, Three Other US Factories _{2013-04-06, 04:20 am}
  General Motors plans to invest $332 million into four factories in three Great Lakes states to build new, more efficient engines and transmissions.
• Fisker cuts three-fourths of its workers _{2013-04-06, 04:04 am}
  ... car chief, as CEO. He has favored alliances or a sale of the company. There have been reports that some Chinese automakers are interested. A message was left for Posawatz on Friday. Fisker's troubles show just how difficult and costly it is to start ...
• GenCorp loses money in 1st quarter _{2013-04-06, 04:04 am}
  GenCorp, which makes aerospace and defense products and systems, reported a loss for its fiscal first quarter, dragged down by higher costs and expenses and an increased income tax provision.
• What's in Store for U.S. Manufacturing: An Economic Forecast _{2013-04-06, 03:46 am}
  Since the beginning of this great recession in America, there has been a lot of talk about the decline in the manufacturing market sector.
• Toyota to pay $16 million in recall settlement _{2013-04-06, 03:25 am}
  LOS ANGELES A California district attorney has reached a $16 million settlement with Toyota Motor Corp.
• GenCorp reports first-quarter loss _{2013-04-06, 03:00 am}
  Rancho Cordova-based GenCorp Inc., parent company of rocket maker Aerojet, reported a net loss of $14 million, or 24 cents a share, for its first quarter ended Feb.
• Timberlake's 'The 20/20 Experience' reinvents R&B _{2013-04-06, 03:00 am}
  Don't call it a comeback; call it a takeover, because that's exactly what singer Justin Timberlake did with his newest album "The 20/20 Experience." Released March 15, 2013, Timberlake comes back with a mission to reinvent R&B music like no other.
• NHTSA: Distracted driving deaths are on the rise _{2013-04-06, 03:00 am}
  ... the step of proposing to ban all calls -- including hands-free calls -- behind the wheel. In recent weeks, major automakers have been lobbying the White House to hold off finalizing voluntary guidelines for automakers to prevent distracted driving. ...
• EDITORIAL: Leaf lifting Nissan to new heights _{2013-04-06, 03:00 am}
  Nissan North America had its best sales ever in March, thanks in part to the work being done at the plant in Smyrna.
• Judge approves $2.43B Bank of America settlement _{2013-04-06, 02:18 am}
  At first, the rescuers couldn't believe their ears: After four days of grueling searching, they suddenly heard a faint female voice calling for help.
• GM: Harley transformation shows 'what York County can do' _{2013-04-06, 01:44 am}
  As the keynote speaker at the annual York County Economic Alliance membership dinner Friday night, a nice suit was the appropriate attire.
• NKorea aggression could strengthen US-China bond _{2013-04-06, 01:12 am}
  At first, the rescuers couldn't believe their ears: After four days of grueling searching, they suddenly heard a faint female voice calling for help.
• Briefs: GM board, execs to meet in Germany _{2013-04-06, 01:00 am}
  General Motors Co .'s board will hold its quarterly meeting in Germany next week, as the automaker looks at efforts by its troubled Opel brand to become profitable.
• 5.7 Vortec Engine Now Added Online at UsedEnginesSale.com _{2013-04-06, 12:31 am}
  General Motors has remained the leading U.S. automaker due in part to engineering for engines that are used in the production of the company vehicles.
• Law Offices of Todd M. Garber Announces Investigation of Navistar International Corporation_{2013-04-06, 12:29 am}
  The Law Offices of Todd M. Garber announces that it is investigating potential claims against Navistar International Corporation concerning possible violations of federal securities laws.
• Ford Motors for Sale Receive Online Discount at UsedEnginesforSale.net _{2013-04-06, 12:28 am}
  Ford motors for sale have now received an online discount courtesy of the UsedEnginesforSale.net company.
• Toyota to Pay $16 Million in DA's Deceptive Business Practices Suit _{2013-04-06, 12:14 am}
  Torrance-based Toyota Motor Sales USA will pay $16 million to settle a lawsuit alleging the company concealed the sale of defective vehicles, the Orange County District Attorney's office announced today.
• Audi & T-Mobile Intro In-Vehicle Data Plan _{2013-04-06, 12:03 am}
  Audi of America and T-Mobile USA, Inc. today announced a new data plan that will provide Audi drivers with in-vehicle connectivity at a fraction of the cost of its competitors' plans.

03/13/13 COMPREHENSIVE REAL-TIME NEWS FEED FOR AUTOMAKERS.

• Fisker Automotive founder quits over "major disagreements" _{2013-03-13, 04:50 pm}
  ... stake and help build its second model, the Atlantic plug-in hybrid. The company is weighing bids from two Chinese automakers: Geely, the owner of Sweden's Volvo, and state-owned Dongfeng Motor Group Co It is unclear how the exit of the Danish-born ...
• Co-founder leaves Fisker electric car co. _{2013-03-13, 03:52 pm}
  ... chief Tony Posawatz as CEO. He has favored alliances or sale of the company. There are reports that some Chinese automakers are interested. Fisker said in a statement that Henrik Fisker's departure won't affect its pursuit of "strategic partners" ...
• Free food as China TV expose puts retailers on guard _{2013-03-13, 04:39 pm}
  McDonald's Corp will give away more than a million breakfast McMuffins across China on Monday, a few days after Chinese state television airs its annual expose on corporate malpractice to mark World Consumer Rights Day.
• Harry B. Grandison, Knightstown _{2013-03-13, 04:34 pm}
  Harry B. Grandison, age 75, of Knightstown, passed away Wednesday morning, March 13, 2013, at Hancock Regional Hospice in Greenfield.
• Recall roundup: Ford child locks; Nissan air bags; GM brake lights _{2013-03-13, 04:28 pm}
  Ford will recall vehicles built in November, because some are equipped with a defective child lock.
• Ford Is Still A Buy For Investors _{2013-03-13, 04:25 pm}
  Owning stock in Ford Motor Company has been a bit of a rollercoaster ride the last few months.
• Germany makes new offer over EU-Daimler coolant spat -sources _{2013-03-13, 04:24 pm}
  Germany has written to the EU executive with a new set of proposals aiming to break a deadlock over law requiring carmakers to stop using extremely potent greenhouse gases in air cooling systems, EU sources said.
• Fuel Systems Solutions Downgraded by Zacks to Underperform _{2013-03-13, 04:15 pm}
  The firm currently has $14.80 target price on the stock. A number of other firms have also recently commented on FSYS.
• SSI: Motorhomes Sales Jump 22.5% in January _{2013-03-13, 04:12 pm}
  Year-over-year motorhome registrations were up 22.5% in January, according to the latest report from Statistical Surveys Inc.
• GIs fighting Nazis last time factory workers toiled longer _{2013-03-13, 04:11 pm}
  The last time U.S. factory workers put in longer weeks than they averaged in February, Rosie the Riveter was on the assembly line and American GIs were fighting Nazis in Europe.
• Hyundai Announces Winners Of "Center Stage Powered By GRAMMY Amplifier" _{2013-03-13, 03:54 pm}
  Additionally, an online video series documenting each of the recording artists' mentoring experiences will be produced for the GRAMMY website and launched later this year.
• Natsis didn't brake before fatal collision, trial hears _{2013-03-13, 03:47 pm}
  A Pembroke woman on trial for impaired driving causing death did not hit the brakes in the moments before a fatal head-on crash on Highway 17 two years ago, an automotive engineer testified Wednesday.
• General Motors To End Partnership With Chevrolet Ad Agency _{2013-03-13, 03:38 pm}
  General Motors is reportedly ending its relationship with the advertising agency responsible for Chevrolet 's ad campaigns, an account that is worth nearly $1 billion.
• Fisker Automotive founder quits over "major disagreements" _{2013-03-13, 03:32 pm}
  ... stake and help build its second model, the Atlantic plug-in hybrid. The company is weighing bids from two Chinese automakers: Geely, the owner of Sweden's Volvo, and state-owned Dongfeng Motor Group Co , sources have said. It is unclear how the exit ...
• After the fire was out at Tower Automotive in Plymouth Township, the... _{2013-03-13, 03:24 pm}
  For most kids, birthdays offer a chance to get a new bike or the latest toy or outfit they've been... There may not be a lot of areas in Novi that need redeveloping, but the city is getting in a better...
• The 4 Hottest Stocks of the Week _{2013-03-13, 03:10 pm}
  According to Finviz, Navistar International , Mellanox Technologies , Petroleo Brasileiro and Rovi are the top performers over the last week, racking up gains between 18% and 43%. All have market caps greater than $2B and average volume greater than 1M shares per day.
• Cal Thomas: Detroit's precipitous decline _{2013-03-13, 03:07 pm}
  Since the Motown sound went silent -- except on oldies stations -- and General Motors and Chrysler required life support from Washington, there has been little to recommend Detroit to visitors, much less its residents.
• Toyota Motor Given Neutral Rating at Zacks _{2013-03-13, 03:06 pm}
  's stock had its "neutral" rating restated by Zacks in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday.
• Stocks in Spotlight: Rayonier Inc, Patrick Industries, Deltic Timber Corp, Pope Resources _{2013-03-13, 03:06 pm}
  Bestdamnpennystocks, an investment community with a special focus on updating investors with recent news on the U.S. stock market, issues news alert on the following stocks:- Rayonier Inc.
• Bartholomew County's economic vitality driving population growth _{2013-03-13, 02:59 pm}
  Ken Hurst moved to Columbus in early 2012 to work at engine maker Cummins Inc. and to be closer to family.