By: MICHAEL SATTERFIELD on April 8, 2014 at 4:28 pm
Original Article: THEGENTLEMANRACER.COM
Kicking off the celebration for the 50th Anniversary of the Mustang at Saleen headquarters in Corona, California brought out some of the best Mustang in the country and even some from around the world. Mustang owners from the UK, Slovakia, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Mexico, and from all across the USA showed up to drive coast to coast. The drive will end up in Charlotte North Carolina at one of the largest Mustang parties of all time. Saleen is just on the other side of the airport from us so I thought I would swing over and take some photos.
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Posted: Apr 08, 2014 3:36 PM EST Updated: Apr 09, 2014 11:49 AM EST Written by: Mar Yvette, Lifestyle Reporter Posted by: Jeffrey Thomas DeSocio, Digital News Editor / Producer
Since 1964, more than 9.2 million Ford Mustangs have been made and sold. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of this iconic American muscle car, Mar Yvette is at Saleen Automotive in Corona where they will be hosting more than 400 Mustang owners and enthusiasts who will drive across America to North Carolina.
The public is invited to kick off the drive with a celebration taking place on Wednesday, April 9 from 6pm-8pm. At 10am on Thursday, April 10, participants will gather at Saleen Automotive to begin the trek to North Carolina. Some will be raising money for charity, others will simply satisfy their sense for adventure on the open road. Whatever the case may be, it will surely be a once in a lifetime experience.
CORONA, Calif., April 9, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN), (OTCBB: SLNN) (the “Company”), an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce that the Company will kick-off the festivities set to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the creation of the legendary Ford Mustang.
On April 17, 2014, the Ford Mustang celebrates its 50th birthday and the nationwide celebrations are of epic proportions as enthusiasts and Mustang owners countdown to this landmark event. The largest official events are being held at two destinations, Las Vegas, NV and Charlotte, NC.
Kicking off the festivities is an organized cross-country tour and drive of about 550 participants, all of which are Mustangs. As the participants set to head out on this American journey from Southern California to Charlotte, NC they will make several stops and tours throughout their travels adding to the romance of Mustangs parading across the country.
The kick-off, and first stop, for this event is at the Saleen Automotive headquarters and campus in Corona, CA. For 30 years, Steve Saleen has been known for his contributions to the Mustang community and he will be opening his production facilities for tours and a meet-and-greet with Mr. Saleen and members of his elite design team.
Refreshments and snacks will be available and all public and media are encouraged to attend the beginning of the Ford Mustang 50th Birthday celebrations and Mustangs Across America Anniversary Drive. Between 200-400 Mustangs are expected to participate and the festivities are set for April 9th, 2014 from 6-9pm.
The following day, April 10th at 7:45am a drivers meeting and final registration of all participants will be held and all cars will line up and head out on their journey.
For any questions or additional information please contact Saleen at 714-400-2121 or by email at events@saleen.com
For more information and updates regarding Saleen Automotive visit the following online locations:
About Saleen Automotive, Inc. Saleen is an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. Founder Steve Saleen has continually set the bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both street and racing applications. Saleen plans to utilize its existing strategic partnerships and dealer network to refine its design and engineering prowess, continue development of emerging automotive technologies, and expand its presence nationwide with a combination of automotive retail services, aftermarket parts and new vehicle sales to build significant long-term value. Learn more at www.saleenautomotive.com.
Whitefish, MT / April 7th, 2014 / Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) has been steadily improving its top-line since the market crash in 2008 and investors have been noticing. Since the beginning of the year, Ford shares have increased 6.88% compared to the S&P 500’s 2.75%, Toyota Motors Inc.’s (NYSE: TM) -7.43%, and General Motors Inc.’s (NYSE: GM) -13.36%. At the same time, its valuation multiples remain lower than both of these competitors. In this article, we will take a look at Saleen Automotive Inc. (OTC: SLNN), how it could capitalize on Ford’s successful turnaround, and some of its upcoming projects including its work on the Tesla Motors Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) Model S.
Successful Turnaround Strategy Ford managed to quickly recover from the market crash in 2008, with revenues rebounding from a low of around $25 billion per quarter in 2009 to nearly $40 billion per quarter today. While these figures are still well off of its highs of around $45 billion per quarter, management has steered the company in the right direction with an innovative turnaround plan involving both restructuring and new vehicles.
According to its most recent 10-K filing, Ford has been undergoing aggressive restructuring in order to operate profitably and to accelerate the development of their new vehicles. These new vehicles include an all-new Mustang that is set to launch in the United States this fall. The new model will be more customizable with three different engine choices and will feature superior handling that is enabled by a fully independent suspension. Ford’s vehicles have also been improving in quality. Global warranty repairs have fallen 66% between 2005 and 2013, suggesting that there are fewer incidents of warranty repairs per 1,000 vehicles in the first three months of service. New features like its SYNC in-car connectivity systems have also made its vehicles more advanced than many of its competitors’ in terms of digital capabilities.
Saleen’s Opportunity to Benefit Saleen Automotive Inc. (OTC: SLNN) specializes in developing high-performance cars built from base chassis of Ford Mustangs, Chevrolet Camaros, and Dodge Challengers. In addition to these vehicles, the company produces supercars like its S7 that was recently featured in the Need for Speed feature film, as well as electric cars that are currently under development and set to launch soon.
Founded by Steve Saleen, the company has continually set the bar for both automotive design and performance engineering in street and racing applications. With an interest in fast cars from an early age, Steve was able to work his way up through the ranks of club racing to eventually start a professional career. In 1980, he finished third in the Formula Atlantic behind the likes of Jacques Villenueve.
After racing competitively for a number of years, Steve Saleen set out in 1983 to build the first Saleen Mustang. The Saleen Mustang had a fully customized suspension, special aerodynamics, improved handling, and a completely redesigned interior. The custom Mustang went on to compete in the 1986 Mosport 24-hour race, finishing first in its class. By 1996, Mr. Saleen was inducted into the Mustang Hall of Fame along with Carroll Shelby. Saleen has already seen a lot of success after becoming a publicly traded company in mid-2013.
During the 9-months ended December 31, 2013, the company reported vehicles and parts revenue that increased 179.5% year over year to $3,570,722. Consumer demand for high-end muscle cars continues to be robust and growing in the U.S., particularly as the economy continues to improve. Ford, too, has realized that there are many consumers who are looking for a greater choice of customization, have extra disposable income, and yearn for a return to the glory days of American muscle cars. The latest Mustang offerings attest to this trend and help to reiterate Saleen’s business model. Saleen’s branded products include a complete line of upgraded muscle cars, high-performance cars, automotive aftermarket specialty parts, and lifestyle accessories, while also having several unique projects in development.
In addition to its muscle cars, Saleen is also developing a next-generation American supercar along with zero-emission vehicles for commercial applications and consumer markets. Tesla Motors Inc.’s (NASDAQ: TSLA) Model S represents a key upcoming project that could further drive growth. Management plans to unveil more details relating to that project later this month. Remember to do your own due diligence, and to read all the companies filings and materials that are publicly available before making any investment decisions.
For more information on Saleen Automotive, Inc., see the following resources:
– Company Website: http://www.saleen.com
– Latest SEC Filings Click here to receive free email updates on Saleen Automotive, Inc. – http://www.tdmfinancial.com/emailassets/slnn/slnn_landing.php
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CORONA, Calif., April 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN), (OTCBB: SLNN) (the “Company”), an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce that the Company will release the first renderings of the much-anticipated Saleen Tesla Model S electric vehicle on April 12, 2014.
The Company previously announced its intention to produce a Saleen Tesla Model S electric vehicle and now with initial Research and Design progressed to a level that allows for the release of a rendering, the Company is prepared to show its vision for a Saleen version of the acclaimed Tesla. The first completed Saleen Tesla Model S is expected to be available in early summer.
“Some of the mystery will soon be over,” stated Steve Saleen, CEO, Saleen Automotive, Inc. “For those who have wondered what we can do to a car like the Tesla, our renderings will answer many of the questions in the media.”
“But until the actual car rolls out of our Corona Campus production facility this summer, the public will have to wait to see the full expression of talent and creativity that we intend to bring to the amazing Tesla Model S,” added Saleen.
For more information and updates regarding Saleen Automotive visit the following online locations:
Company website: www.saleenautomotive.com.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saleen
About Saleen Automotive, Inc.
Saleen is an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. Founder Steve Saleen has continually set the bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both street and racing applications. Saleen plans to utilize its existing strategic partnerships and dealer network to refine its design and engineering prowess, continue development of emerging automotive technologies, and expand its presence nationwide with a combination of automotive retail services, aftermarket parts and new vehicle sales to build significant long-term value. Learn more at www.saleenautomotive.com.
Saleen Automotive, a specialty manufacturer of high-performance vehicles, is producing plastic prototypes of parts for its cars made from an Airwolf 3D printer.
“It used to take six weeks to build prototype parts for our cars,” Sven Etzelsberger, vice president of engineering for Saleen, explained. “It was a complicated process that included CAD designs, sending designs to a tool maker, having the prototype injection molded and returned to us. And if the prototype wasn’t perfect, we repeated the process until we were satisfied. With our Airwolf AW3D XL 3D printer, we accomplish the same thing in three days. Not only do we get parts into production faster, we can also modify and refine our designs faster.”
For Saleen, the Airwolf 3D printer has been ideal for making large-scale prototypes. The larger platform model comes fully assembled, calibrated and tested. It is also easier to use, maintain, and set up than standard RepRaps.
“We built our AW3D XL to print faster and more accurately than any printer in its price range,” stated Erick Wolf, Airwolf 3D president. “It allows a company like Saleen to print parts that are strong enough to place inside their muscle cars.”
The AW3D XL is one of Airwolf 3D’s high-performance 3D printer line that also includes the company’s flagship product: the AW3D HD. That model features a class-leading build envelope of 1,150 cubic inches (12” x 8” x 7”), making it ideal for large prototyping. The printer offers layer-to-layer resolution as fine as 0.06mm and a maximum print speed of 150mm/s with a positioning precision of 0.02mm. Because the 3D printer is fully autonomous, no link-up to a computer is required.
MSRP for the AW3D XL is $2,399. The AW3D HD is $2,995 and, the AW3D V5 is $1,695. Two 3D printer kits that come unassembled and presoldered include the AW3D XL ($1,895 MSRP) and AW3D ($1,295 MSRP).
About Saleen Automotive Inc.
Saleen is an American specialty manufacturer of high-performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. Founder Steve Saleen has continually set the bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both street and racing applications. The Saleen staff consists of a wide range of designers, R & D engineers and production team members that work together to push the envelope of development, manufacturing, and certification of high-performance specialty vehicles. Learn more at http://www.saleen.com.
About Airwolf 3D
Airwolf 3D is committed to manufacturing high-performance 3D printers that are fast, affordable, durable and easy to use. Made in America, they are manufactured in the company’s 5,000 sq. ft. facility in Costa Mesa, Calif. Currently, Airwolf 3D printers can be found in engineering firms, government agencies and schools worldwide. For more information visit http://www.Airwolf3D.com, telephone (949) 478-2933, email info(at)Airwolf3D(dot)com, or visit the company’s showroom at 130 McCormick, Suite 112, Costa Mesa, CA 92636 for a free demonstration.
If you ever wanted to get your hands on a brand new Saleen S7, you’ll have your chance at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show next month. Yes, Saleen has confirmed it will be taking one of the all-American supercars to the show to help spearhead its launch in the Chinese market, and will be offering it up for sale. The presentation will also coincide with the appearance of an S7 in the recently launched Need for Speed movie.
Anyone serious about car collecting would be smart to contact Saleen about its S7 sale. The car remains one of the rawest supercars ever produced in modern times, though sadly production ran for just a brief stint between 2000 and 2004. The S7 weighs only 2,750 pounds but features a 550-horsepower 7.0-liter V-8. The engine is mid-mounted and spins the rears via a six-speed manual transmission.
Saleen is entering the Chinese market together with GreenTech Automotive, which will market the cars under the WM Saleen brand. Saleen will offer its complete lineup of vehicles to Chinese customers, which means a range of custom muscle cars as well as a new supercar and a modified Tesla Model S.
In addition to the S7, Saleen will be using the Beijing Auto Show to showcase a trio of custom muscle cars, a Mustang, Challenger and Camaro, each of which have already been sold to local buyers.
This year’s Beijing Auto Show gets underway April 20. More than 800,000 visitors are expected to attend.
“We are very pleased to bring our vehicles to this massive show and car-crazy audience,” Saleen CEO and founder Steve Saleen said in a statement. “Interest in our cars from China and Asia in general has always been strong.”
CORONA, Calif., March 24, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN), (OTCBB: SLNN) (the “Company”), an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce that the Company will present its full fleet of legendary sports cars at the Beijing International Auto Show, April 20- 24, 2014.
The Beijing show is a premiere Asian automotive event, with over 800,000 in expected audience and 4,000 media according to the convention’s website. http://www.china-autoshow.com/2010bjx/en/
Saleen will arrive on scene with the Saleen S7 Supercar, the White Label SpeedLab Yellow Challenger, the Black Label Lizstick Red Mustang, and the 30th Anniversary Pearl White Finish Camaro on display. The latter three vehicles have already been pre-sold to Chinese auto enthusiasts and the S7, the same model as one recently featured in the DreamWorks feature film “Need for Speed” will be available for sale at the show.
“We are very pleased to bring our vehicles to this massive show and car-crazy audience,” stated Steve Saleen, CEO, Saleen Automotive. “Interest in our cars from China and Asia in general has always been strong. It is no surprise that we’ve sold the three display vehicles already and 800,000 car lovers are going to get to see our best live from the convention floor.”
“This is in connection with our partners GreenTech, and we thank them for their valued support in bringing Saleen Automotive to the Asian continent,” added Saleen.
For more information and updates regarding Saleen Automotive visit the following online locations:
Company website: www.saleenautomotive.com.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saleen
About Saleen Automotive, Inc.
Saleen is an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. Founder Steve Saleen has continually set the bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both street and racing applications. Saleen plans to utilize its existing strategic partnerships and dealer network to refine its design and engineering prowess, continue development of emerging automotive technologies, and expand its presence nationwide with a combination of automotive retail services, aftermarket parts and new vehicle sales to build significant long-term value. Learn more at www.saleenautomotive.com.
CORONA, Calif., March 13, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN), (OTCBB: SLNN) (the “Company”), an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce that the release of DreamWorks Pictures’ feature film, Need for Speed features the Saleen S7 Supercar prominently. Saleen also provided the high-speed camera car for photographers to use in filming and assisted in the development and build of all Supercars used in the production.
“Watching the film’s premiere last week, I was elated to see our Saleen S7 Supercar used in what is assuredly one of the most enthralling race scenes I have ever seen,” stated Steve Saleen, CEO, Saleen Automotive. “Seeing our car racing alongside some of the other luminaries of the Supercar world is incredible and I took specific pleasure in hearing Michael Keaton describe the Saleen’s journey along the cinematic raceway.”
“I strongly encourage our fans and enthusiasts to watch the film and to see our S7 in all its glory,” added Saleen.
About Need for Speed
Need for Speed is an upcoming 2014 American action film directed by Scott Waugh, written by George Gatins and John Gatins. Produced by DreamWorks Pictures, it is an adaptation of the Need for Speed series of video games by Electronic Arts. It stars Aaron Paul in the lead role and is scheduled for release through Touchstone Pictures on March 14, 2014.
http://www.needforspeed.com/movie
Please take a moment to view any of the videos below related to the film.
For more information and updates regarding Saleen Automotive visit the following online locations:
Company website: www.saleenautomotive.com.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saleen
About Saleen Automotive, Inc.
Saleen is an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. Founder Steve Saleen has continually set the bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both street and racing applications. Saleen plans to utilize its existing strategic partnerships and dealer network to refine its design and engineering prowess, continue development of emerging automotive technologies, and expand its presence nationwide with a combination of automotive retail services, aftermarket parts and new vehicle sales to build significant long-term value. Learn more at www.saleenautomotive.com.
CORONA, Calif., March 5, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN), (OTCBB: SLNN) (the “Company”), an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with GreenTech Automotive (GTA), to distribute the full collection of Saleen automobiles in China.
Beginning in the Spring of 2014, Saleen Automotive will supply GreenTech with vehicles for immediate sale in China. The Company expects to provide GreenTech with the same collection of vehicles available in the North American marketplace.
“GTA is well established in its own right as an automotive company and has strong relationships and sales channels in China,” said Steve Saleen, CEO of Saleen Automotive. “We believe that they are the proper ambassador for Saleen vehicles in this vast new market.”
“With the concurrent rise of wealth in China, we believe it is a timely entry for Saleen Automobiles to start hitting Asian showrooms and roadways,” added Saleen.
“GreenTech Automotive is most pleased to facilitate the introduction of Steve Saleen’s amazing line of superior automobiles,” said Charles Wang, chairman and CEO of GTA. “Our firm belief is that there is a ready and waiting market for Saleen vehicles.”
About GreenTech Automotive:
GreenTech Automotive (GTA) is a U.S.-based automotive manufacturer dedicated to developing and producing environmentally friendly, energy-efficient vehicles. GTA’s core values encompass green technology, affordability and U.S. job creation. GTA operates a pilot manufacturing facility in Horn Lake, Mississippi, and is constructing a new manufacturing facility in Tunica, Mississippi. For more information, visit www.wmgta.com.
For more information and updates regarding Saleen Automotive visit the following online locations:
Company website: www.saleenautomotive.com.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saleen
About Saleen Automotive, Inc.
Saleen is an American specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. Founder Steve Saleen has continually set the bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both street and racing applications. Saleen plans to utilize its existing strategic partnerships and dealer network to refine its design and engineering prowess, continue development of emerging automotive technologies, and expand its presence nationwide with a combination of automotive retail services, aftermarket parts and new vehicle sales to build significant long-term value. Learn more at www.saleenautomotive.com.
