ANN ARBOR, Mich – May 04, 2011

Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) today reported net income for the first quarter of 2011 of $6.9 million, or 12 cents per diluted share. The results compare to a first quarter 2010 net loss of $4.0 million, or 8 cents per share.

On a non-GAAP basis, net income in the 2011 first quarter was $13.2 million, or 24 cents per diluted share compared to a loss of $0.8 million, or 2 cents per share in 2010, excluding the following:

2011: $6.3 million of increased tax expense from adjustments for discrete and other tax items.
2010: A $2.8 million charge for the write-off of a customer-relationship intangible asset and $1.2 million of increased tax expense from adjustments for discrete and other tax items.

Revenue for the 2011 first quarter was $1.25 billion, a 7.2 percent increase from last year’s first quarter. Operating income in the 2011 first quarter was $36.7 million compared to $14.4 million in the first quarter a year ago.

Douglas W. Stotlar, Con-way’s president and CEO, noted that despite severe winter weather, both Con-way Freight and Con-way Truckload achieved increased profits, while Menlo Worldwide Logistics posted a good quarter against a record performance last year.

“Con-way Freight’s employees are doing a commendable job executing our strategy,” said Stotlar. “The improvement initiatives that we launched last year at our less-than-truckload (LTL) company are beginning to influence bottom-line results. The network is operating with high levels of efficiency and consistency as we continue to improve the fundamentals of the business.”

Menlo Worldwide Logistics delivered a solid performance in the 2011 first quarter. “Facing a tough comparison from a record first quarter last year, Menlo generated consistent results, growing net revenue and operating income sequentially over the fourth quarter of 2010,”Stotlar noted. “Menlo is well positioned, particularly with its growing international business and a strengthening sales pipeline in North America.”

Con-way Truckload continued to improve, recording increases in revenue, profits and operating efficiencies compared to last year’s first quarter. “Strong operating discipline, tighter capacity and improved pricing led to a good quarter for Con-way Truckload,” said Stotlar. “Empty miles are declining and revenue per loaded mile is rising. Results from the first quarter bid cycle were encouraging. Con-way Truckload continues to increase productivity and asset utilization while maintaining its position as a premium service carrier.”

In the 2011 first quarter, Con-way Inc. recognized income tax expense of $14.4 million, including the earlier-mentioned adjustments, on $21.4 million of income before taxes. In the 2010 first quarter, income tax expense of $1.1 million, including the earlier-mentioned adjustments, was reported on a $2.9 million loss before taxes.

Segment results in the 2011 first quarter for Con-way’s principal operations were as follows:

FREIGHT

For the 2011 first quarter, Con-way Freight, the company’s less-than-truckload operation, reported:

Revenue of $767.7 million, a 5.9 percent increase over last year’s first-quarter revenue of $725.0 million. Improved yield and higher fuel surcharge revenue contributed to revenue growth.
Operating income of $20.3 million compared to an operating loss of $3.2 million in the year-ago period. The quarter benefited from effective cost controls, lower health care expense, improved balance in network tonnages, strong operating efficiencies and improved yield.
Revenue per hundredweight, or yield, increased 9.7 percent from the previous-year first quarter. Excluding the fuel surcharge, yield rose 5.6 percent.
Tonnage per day declined 4.7 percent compared to the previous-year first quarter, reflecting efforts over the past year to moderate tonnage to improve network efficiency.
Operating ratio was 97.4 in the 2011 first quarter compared to 100.4 in the previous-year period.

LOGISTICS

For the first quarter of 2011, Menlo Worldwide Logistics, the company’s global logistics and supply chain management operations, reported:

Revenue of $370.0 million, an increase of 4.2 percent from the prior year first-quarter revenue of $355.2 million, due to increased revenue from transportation-management services, partially offset by lower revenue from warehouse-management services.
Net revenue of $142.3 million, a 1.3 percent decline from $144.2 million in the previous year first quarter, which benefited primarily from higher performance-based revenue compared to the current quarter.
Operating income of $8.6 million, a 32.7 percent decline from last year’s first-quarter operating income of $12.9 million, which benefited from higher performance-based revenue. Lower operating income in the 2011 period also was affected by lower margins on both warehouse- and transportation-management services. First quarter 2010 included the previously mentioned $2.8 million impairment charge.

TRUCKLOAD

For the first quarter of 2011, Con-way Truckload, the company’s full-truckload transportation operation, reported:

Revenue of $145.2 million compared to prior-year first-quarter revenue of $140.6 million, reflecting the positive effect of higher fuel surcharges and improved revenue per loaded mile (excluding fuel surcharges).
Operating income of $7.1 million compared to $3.0 million in the previous-year period. The increase in first-quarter operating income resulted largely from improved pricing and operating costs that declined as a percentage of revenue.
Revenue per loaded mile (excluding fuel surcharges) increased 3.8 percent from the previous-year first quarter.
Empty miles were 9.6 percent of total miles compared to 10.1 percent in the previous-year first quarter.
Operating ratio exclusive of fuel surcharges was 93.8, compared to 97.5 in the first quarter of 2010.

CON-WAY OTHER

Con-way Other includes the company’s Road Systems, Inc. trailer manufacturing unit as well as other corporate activities. These activities produced first-quarter operating income of $0.6 million and $1.7 million in 2011 and 2010, respectively.

INVESTOR CONFERENCE CALL

Con-way will host a conference call for the investment community tomorrow, Thursday, May 5, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (5:30 a.m. Pacific).

The call can be accessed by dialing (866) 264-3634 or (706) 643-3632 (for international callers) and is expected to last approximately one hour. The call will also be available through a live internet webcast at www.con-way.com, in the investor relations section.

An audio replay will be available for two weeks following the call dialing (800) 642-1687 or (706) 645-9291 (for international callers) and using access code 57077418. An Internet replay of the presentation will also be available at the Con-way website.

About Con-way
Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) is a $5.0 billion freight transportation and logistics services company headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich. A diversified transportation company, Con-way delivers industry-leading services through three primary operating companies: Con-way Freight, Con-way Truckload and Menlo Worldwide Logistics. These operating units provide high-performance, day-definite less-than-truckload and full truckload freight transportation, as well as logistics, warehousing, multimodal and supply chain management services, and trailer manufacturing. Con-way Inc. and its subsidiaries operate from more than 500 locations across North America and in 20 countries. For more information about Con-way, visit us on the Web at www.con-way.com.

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Con-way Freight, the less-than-truckload (LTL) subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE: CNW) today announced that John P. Burton has been named Vice President – Yield Management.

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Based at Con-way Freight’s corporate headquarters here, Burton assumes responsibility for pricing, yield and contract management, and market analysis. He also will oversee systems supporting pricing and yield management.

A 25-year industry veteran, Burton joins Con-way Freight from ACT Research, where he was vice president of the transportation sector for this demand forecasting and research firm.  His previous experience included management positions in pricing, marketing, sales administration and yield management with SCS Transportation and Preston Trucking Company, as well as Yellow Freight, a subsidiary of YRC Corp.

"We are pleased to welcome John to the Con-way Freight team," said Douglas W. Stotlar, interim president, Con-way Freight. "His background and experience are an excellent fit for our organization. We look forward to his insight and contributions."

Burton holds an undergraduate degree in mathematics and business administration from Park University, Parkville, Missouri.  He earned his MBA in marketing and operations management from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

About Con-way — Con-way Inc. (NYSE: CNW) is a $5.0 billion freight transportation and logistics services company headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich. A diversified transportation company, Con-way delivers industry-leading services through three primary operating companies: Con-way Freight, Con-way Truckload and Menlo Worldwide Logistics. These operating units provide high-performance, day-definite less-than-truckload and full truckload freight transportation, as well as logistics, warehousing, multimodal and supply chain management services, and trailer manufacturing. Con-way Inc. and its subsidiaries operate from more than 500 locations across North America and in 20 countries. For more information about Con-way, visit us on the Web at www.con-way.com.

SOURCE Con-way Inc.

ANN ARBOR, MI – Free WiFi and 10-ride tickets to try the A2Express bus service to Ann Arbor from Chelsea and Canton are being offered to area commuters by the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (TheRide).

TheRide recently added WiFi to its A2Express buses and reduced the fare on each of the routes after taking over operation of the service from a contracted vendor. The fare on either route is now $99 a month, down from $125. Also available for riders are a 10-ride ticket priced at $40 and a one-way cash fare of $5. Eligible University of Michigan faculty and staff members and individuals with a go!pass are eligible for a reduced fare.

Each express route provides two weekday trips each morning and two return trips each afternoon for commuters between Chelsea or Canton and downtown Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan campus.

The A2Express began in May, 2008 as a new kind of bus service for TheRide, characterized by the commuter-oriented nature of the schedule and the premium fare. The Chelsea Express was the first implementation of longer-distance commuter service into Ann Arbor, followed 15 months later when the Canton Express was initiated.

Both routes were operated initially by a subcontractor, but have since been taken in-house by TheRide resulting in a significant reduction in costs. In fiscal year 2010, the budget for A2Express service was $509,428 and for fiscal year 2011, the budget has been set at $241,687, a 53 percent reduction.

The service was originally funded by a federal demonstration grant. The Chelsea route is no longer covered by the grant, but a portion of the funding remains for the Canton Express.

Current riders are enthusiastic about the service and have actively encouraged other to try it out. Several participated with TheRide in promoting the service at the Chelsea Parade in August. Combined ridership on the routes is currently about 82 trips per day, or 41 riders daily.

In describing his positive experience on the A2Express, rider Alan Vollmer said recently, “I park at the Arctic Coliseum in Chelsea and take the Chelsea Express. Riding a commuter bus saves me 700 miles of wear and tear on my car and 25 hours of driving time per month! I was sold after my first trip on the bus!”

The free 10-ride tickets may be requested through the A2Express web site www.a2express.org, or by calling TheRide at 734.973.6500. The tickets are available only to first-time riders.

The latest information on AATA routes, schedules and detours is available at 734.996.0400 and on the AATA Routes and Schedules page.

New Facility in Livonia, Mich. Significantly Expands A123’s Production Capabilities to Meet Increasing Global Demand; Company Expects to Create Thousands of Jobs in Michigan

LIVONIA, Mich., Sept. 13, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A123 Systems (Nasdaq:AONE), a developer and manufacturer of advanced Nanophosphate™ lithium ion batteries and systems, today announced the grand opening of the largest lithium ion automotive battery production facility in North America, based on available data. The new plant in Livonia, Mich. is expected to expand A123’s manufacturing capabilities by up to 600MW hours per year when fully operational, contributing to the company’s plan to expand global final cell assembly capacity to more than 760MW hours annually by the end of 2011. The opening of the Livonia factory comes just over one year after A123 was awarded a $249 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to help the company execute its strategy to ramp up U.S. manufacturing capabilities to meet increasing, market-driven demand for its innovative technologies.

"The opening of our Livonia facility is a significant milestone and confirms that we are accomplishing our stated objectives that accompanied the DOE grant. Bringing this factory on line in just over a year is a testament to our technology innovation and strategic plan to ramp up manufacturing, but it also speaks to the maturity of the market—without significant customer demand for our products today, a capacity expansion of this magnitude would not be possible," said David Vieau, president and CEO of A123 Systems. "We are grateful to the DOE, the state of Michigan and everyone else who helped make this vision a reality. Over the next several years, we expect to create thousands of jobs in greater Detroit and plan to continue our expansion in the area as we do our part in helping the U.S. emerge as a global leader in the production of advanced lithium ion batteries."

A123 will focus on manufacturing prismatic cells and systems at the new 291,000-square-foot Livonia facility. The factory is designed to enable the complete production process, including research and development, manufacturing of high-value components, cell fabrication, module fabrication and the final assembly of complete battery packs ready for vehicle integration. As part of its continuing U.S. manufacturing ramp up, A123 also plans to open a coating plant in Romulus, Mich., expected to come on line during the first half of 2011. In addition to the DOE grant, the company received $125 million in state incentives from Michigan as part of its 21st Century Jobs Fund to help finance these manufacturing facilities.

"When I signed Michigan’s first-in-the-nation battery tax credits into law, it signaled my administration’s intent to make our state the advanced battery capital of the world," said Michigan Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm. "This set the stage for the tremendous collaboration between A123, the Department of Energy, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and state officials that led to this state-of-the-art battery manufacturing facility in Livonia. We applaud A123 for selecting Michigan as the center of its U.S. manufacturing, creating new jobs and helping diversify our economy."

A123’s advanced lithium ion batteries and systems are designed to help customers quickly and cost-effectively take game-changing solutions from conception to commercialization. A123 is the first major U.S.-based battery manufacturer to receive TS 16949 certification for its cylindrical lithium ion cells for automotive applications, validating that the company’s product design and manufacturing processes meet the highest standards for excellence in the automotive industry. A123’s growing list of customers includes BAE, Eaton, Fisker, Navistar, Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) and other global automakers and heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers. The company’s innovative technologies are also being implemented in a wide variety of commercial products, and the company has also delivered more than 20MW of its Smart Grid Stabilization Systems (SGSS) to customers worldwide, making A123 the world’s largest producer of lithium ion batteries for ancillary services for the power grid.

About A123 Systems

A123 Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:AONE) develops and manufactures advanced lithium ion batteries and battery systems for the transportation, electric grid services and commercial markets. Headquartered in Massachusetts and founded in 2001, A123 Systems’ proprietary nanoscale electrode technology is built on initial developments from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. For additional information please visit www.a123systems.com.

SAN MATEO, Calif. – August 04, 2010

Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) today reported net income to common shareholders for the second quarter of 2010 of $13.9 million (26 cents per diluted share). The results compared to second-quarter 2009 net income to common shareholders of $31.5 million (64 cents per diluted share).

Revenue in the second quarter of 2010 was $1.31 billion, a 23.7 percent increase from last year’s second quarter.  Operating income in the 2010 second quarter was $35.4 million, compared to $66.0 million in the second quarter a year ago.

The effective tax rate in the 2010 second quarter was 31.7 percent, compared to 33.1 percent in the same quarter of last year.  Both periods included discrete tax adjustments that reduced the effective tax rate.

Commenting on the quarter’s results, Douglas W. Stotlar, Con-way’s president and CEO, noted that seasonally stronger demand and rebounding economic activity supported revenue growth in all reporting segments, particularly at Con-way Freight. “The second quarter saw Con-way Freight’s business levels surge to record volumes, resulting in higher variable operating costs,” Stotlar noted.  “The quarter’s results also reflect the effect of wage increases implemented in January this year and resumption of accruals in April for paid time off benefits.”

Stotlar added that efforts to improve pricing showed modest progress in the quarter. “Yield each month in the quarter improved sequentially. However, managing the balance between price and volume while bringing costs into alignment will take time, which restrains our expectations for near-term improvement.”

Menlo Worldwide Logistics produced another strong quarter. “Menlo’s core warehousing and transportation management operations turned in significant growth in both revenues and profits,” Stotlar noted. “Our global logistics and supply chain management company continues to do a fine job managing its costs, creating high-service value for its customers, and delivering excellent performance. Menlo is on track for another solid year.”

In line with its earlier-announced strategy to shift a portion of its assets away from affiliate company business in favor of external market-based traffic, Con-way Truckload made significant progress repositioning and rebalancing its network during the quarter, Stotlar noted. “Our Truckload team was successful in meeting this strategic objective,” he said. “We are confident that by redeploying some of the fleet at this inflection point in the demand environment, we will be able to take advantage of higher-margin traffic as supply continues to tighten.”

Stotlar added that spot pricing strength seen in the first quarter has now begun to show up in longer-term truckload contract pricing, as customers take steps to ensure access to capacity. “The market fundamentals have changed dramatically over the past quarter, improving Con-way Truckload’s prospects for the rest of the year,” Stotlar said.

Operating results in the 2010 second quarter for Con-way’s reporting segments were as follows:

FREIGHT

For the 2010 second quarter, Con-way Freight, the company’s less-than-truckload (LTL) operation, reported:

Revenue of $817.0 million, a 25.8 percent increase over last year’s second-quarter revenue of $649.3 million.
Yield declined 2.1 percent from the previous-year second quarter.  Excluding the fuel surcharge, yield declined 6.4 percent.
Weight per day increased 29.2 percent over the previous-year second quarter. 
Operating income of $17.2 million, compared to $49.0 million in the year-ago period.  Results were adversely affected by higher labor, equipment rental and purchased transportation costs as network volumes remained at record levels.  Also, increased payroll costs from partial reinstatement of employee wage and benefit reductions taken last year reduced current-quarter operating income by approximately $15 million.
Operating ratio of 97.9 in the 2010 second quarter compared to 92.5 in the previous-year period.

LOGISTICS

For the second quarter of 2010, Menlo Worldwide Logistics, the company’s global logistics and supply chain management operation, reported:

Revenue of $385.8 million, up 17.8 percent from the prior-year second-quarter revenue of $327.6 million. 
Net revenue of $142.8 million, which increased 12.1 percent from $127.4 million in the same period of last year.
Operating income of $13.0 million, a 66.8 percent increase from the $7.8 million earned in the second quarter of 2009.

Both of Menlo’s core operations of warehousing and transportation management services realized year-over-year improvements in revenue, net revenue and operating income.

TRUCKLOAD

For the second quarter of 2010, Con-way Truckload, the company’s full-truckload transportation operation, reported:

Revenue of $145.5 million, a 1.5 percent increase from the prior-year second-quarter revenue of $143.3 million.  The increase was attributable to higher fuel surcharges and improved revenue per loaded mile. Partially offsetting the increase was the negative effect of lower total miles in the quarter, which reduced revenue (excluding fuel surcharges), and a higher proportion of empty miles resulting from fleet repositioning activities.
Operating income of $5.1 million compared to the $6.9 million earned in last year’s second quarter.  Included in the results was a $7.6 million increase in vehicular claims expense, resulting from substantially higher-than-plan expense in the current quarter, compared to a historically low expense in the prior-year quarter. The previous-year quarter also included a $2.5 million loss from the sale of tractors and a $1.0 million write-down related to the 2007 CFI acquisition.  
Operating ratio on revenue, exclusive of fuel surcharges, was 95.7 in the second quarter of 2010, compared to 94.7 in the second quarter of 2009.

CON-WAY OTHER

Con-way Other includes the company’s Road Systems, Inc. trailer-manufacturing unit as well as other corporate activities. These activities produced break-even results in the 2010 second quarter compared to prior-year second-quarter operating income of $2.3 million, which relates primarily to corporate reinsurance activities. 

INVESTOR CONFERENCE CALL

Con-way will host a conference call for the investment community tomorrow, Thursday, August 5 beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (5:30 a.m. Pacific).

The call can be accessed by dialing (866) 264-3634 or (706) 643-3632 (for international callers) and is expected to last approximately one hour. Callers are requested to dial in at least five minutes before the start of the call. The call will also be available through a live internet webcast at www.con-way.com, in the investor relations section.

An audio replay will be available for two weeks following the call by dialing (800) 642-1687 or (706) 645-9291 (for international callers) and using access code 86656667.  An Internet replay of the presentation will also be available at the Con-way website.

ABOUT CON-WAY

Con-way Inc. (NYSE:CNW) is a $4.3 billion freight transportation and logistics services company headquartered in San Mateo, Calif. A diversified transportation company, Con-way delivers industry-leading services through three primary operating companies: Con-way Freight, Con-way Truckload and Menlo Worldwide Logistics. These operating units provide high-performance, day-definite less-than-truckload and full truckload freight transportation, as well as logistics, warehousing, multimodal and supply chain management services, and trailer manufacturing. Con-way Inc. and its subsidiaries operate from more than 500 locations across North America and in 20 countries. For more information about Con-way, visit us on the Web at www.con-way.com.

Company Exceeds Critical Performance Metrics for Transit Time, Reliability, Trust and Overall Value

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – May 06, 2010

Con-way Freight, a less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE: CNW), today announced that it has been named 2009 National LTL Carrier of the Year by Echo Global Logistics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ECHO), a leading provider of technology enabled transportation and supply chain management services. The company was honored during a ceremony held at Echo’s Chicago headquarters on April 28.

Echo evaluates carriers both qualitatively and quantitatively using criteria such as on-time delivery, claims-to-shipment ratio and invoice accuracy. The company captures the information via automated data collection and metrics tracking through its proprietary, Web-based transportation management platform. During the year, Con-way Freight achieved a claims-to-shipment ratio well under 1 percent and an on-time performance rating of more than 95 percent. In addition, results from an Echo internal LTL survey revealed that Con-way Freight both met and exceeded the expectations of key constituencies, including account executives, sales representatives and agents.

“Con-way Freight handled more than 100,000 shipments for us last year with outstanding results,” said Mark Redini, vice president of pricing for Echo Global Logistics. “We look forward to developing a long-term relationship with Con-way Freight and continuing our work with them to provide Echo’s customers with world-class quality, service and value. Congratulations to everyone on the Con-way Freight team.”

Con-way Freight began working with Echo Global Logistics more than four years ago on both enterprise and transactional shipments for the company. This is the first time Con-way Freight has been recognized since Echo began measuring LTL and TL carrier performance in 2008.

“Being named National LTL Carrier of the Year by Echo is particularly meaningful for Con-way Freight since the criteria of the award centers around what we strive to bring our customers every day — exception-free delivery, on-time service performance and faster transit times,” said John G. Labrie, president, Con-way Freight. “Everyone who worked with Echo this year should be very proud of this accomplishment and we thank Echo for recognizing our efforts.”

On Saturday, May 1, five AATA routes will be detoured in the Michigan Stadium area due to the University of Michigan (UM) commencement ceremony. Main St. is expected to be closed in that area from 12:00 a.m. until about 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Buses on routes 6, 7, 8, 15 and 16 will use detour routing from UM home football Saturdays (listed below). To see if a stop is affected, look for signage on the pole that indicates that the stop is out of service on UM home football Saturdays.

Route 6 Ellsworth [from BTC]:
Regular route to State/Packard – left on Packard – right on Granger – left on Park Pl. – straight to S. Industrial – resume regular route at Industrial/Stimson

Route 6 Ellsworth [to BTC]:
Regular route to Industrial/Stimson – straight across Stadium to Henry – right on Henry – left on Golden – right on Granger – left on Packard – resume regular route at Packard/State

Route 7 S. Main-East [from BTC]:
Begin at BTC – left on Fourth Av. – left Packard – right on Granger – left on Park Pl. – straight on Industrial – right on Eisenhower – left on Plaza Dr. – resume regular route at Briarwood bus stop

Route 7 S. Main-East [to BTC]:
Regular route to Briarwood bus stop – left on Briarwood Cir. – right on Plaza Dr. – right on Eisenhower – left on Industrial – straight across Stadium to Henry – right on Henry – left on Golden – right on Granger – left on Packard – right on Division – left on Liberty – left on Fifth Av. – end at BTC

Route 8 Pauline [from BTC]:
Begin at BTC – left on Fourth Av. – right on Madison – left Seventh St. – resume regular route at Pauline/Seventh St.

Route 8 Pauline [to BTC]:
Regular route to Pauline/Seventh St. – left on Seventh St. – right on Madison – left on Fourth Ave. to BTC

Route 15 Scio Church-W. Stadium [from BTC]:
Begin at BTC – left on Fourth Av. – right on Madison – resume regular route at Madison/Main

Route 15 Scio Church-W. Stadium [to BTC]:
Regular route to Madison/Main – straight on Madison – left on Fourth Ave. to BTC

Route 16 Ann Arbor-Saline [from BTC]:
Begin at BTC – left on Fourth Av. – right on Madison – left on Seventh St. – right on Scio Church – left on Oak Valley – left on Waters (serve Target on opposite side of street) – straight to resume regular route at Lohr/Ann Arbor-Saline Rd.

Route 16 Ann Arbor-Saline [to BTC]:
Begin at Meijer – right on Oak Valley – continue straight on Oak Valley – right on Scio Church – left on Seventh St. – right on Madison – left on Fourth Av. to BTC

Sunday February 21st – 11am – 4pm

The Midwest’s Largest Collection of Motorcycle Vendors Under One Roof

NOVI, MI –   The Midwest’s largest collection of motorcycle vendors under one roof will converge with thousands of "bikers" on Sunday, February 21, 2010 at the Rock Financial Showplace to buy, sell and swap motorcycles, parts, accessories and experiences.

Spring is around the corner and bikers with “cabin fever” turning to “Spring fever” will arrive in droves clad from head-to-toe in leather and sporting bandanas, vests cluttered with pins collected from ‘rides’ or events from across the country, T-shirts that make a statement or prove "I’ve been there and seen that," says event director Chad Dutmers.

Michigan’s own Ron Finch also known as “The Motorcycle Artist” will be displaying his newest creation called “The Outsider.”  It’s Finch’s first ever bike with a side car.  It has a 100 cubic inch Crazy Horse engine with round cylinders and heads and a Michigan built Evil Belt Drive.

Says Dutmers, “Ron used gears, wrenches, chains and rod work for the frame.  It has spoked wheels with rubber powder coat. It looks like the spokes are coming right out of the tire itself. The exhausts are a powder coated silver color. It’s pretty cool. Ron Finch is considered one of the premiere custom motorcycle builders of all time, we are truly privileged to have this work of fine craftsmanship here. It’s a must see,” adds Dutmer.

The Outsider is making its Michigan public debut at the Giant Motorcycle Swap Meet which for the past 35 years, is famous for offering "everything for rider or machine"…for men and women who love to ride motorcycles and the lifestyle…whether it’s street, dirt or touring. The hard-core biker or the casual rider will find what they need and at "swap meet prices."

When riding season begins bikers begin the process of replacing worn, damaged or obsolete chrome, paint, seats, parts, tires and apparel. You don’t find these items at the mall, you find them at the Giant Motorcycle Swap Meet.

“With nearly one out of every four bikers in the U.S. living in Michigan and its four border states, the nine swap meets we sponsor give bikers the chance to be around other bikers and to support the economic interests that are vital to keeping the industry strong,” stresses Dutmers. “We love to showcase Michigan made bike builders and suppliers as much as possible. Our bread and butter is the Michigan Biker.”

The swap meet will feature the largest collection of motorcycle vendors under one roof in the Midwest. Cyclists attending will see new ’10 bikes as well as used bikes – street, dirt, metric, touring, cruising, trikes, choppers, custom bikes, and trailers.

Thousands of motorcycle buyers are expected to pack the 95,000-plus square foot exhibition area from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults and $3 for ages 6-12. Car Parking is $5. People who want to skip the lines and get in 30 minutes earlier can buy tickets in advance online at www.motorcycleswap.com  The Rock Financial Showplace is located at 46100 Grand River Ave in Novi and can be accessed using three convenient exits off I-96 – exits 159, 160 or 162.

Company Honored for Outstanding Exception-free, On-time and Fast Service

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – November 30, 2009

Con-way Freight, a less-than-truckload (LTL) freight carrier and subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE: CNW), today announced that it has been recognized by PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL) as 2008 Less-than-Truckload (LTL) Carrier of the Year for exemplary service. PolyOne is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, service and solutions based in Cleveland, Ohio.

“Con-way Freight consistently provides an industry-leading level of service that plays a vital role in our overall supply chain and enables us to deliver the level of service PolyOne’s customers expect,” said Steve Feliccia, director of corporate sourcing and logistics, PolyOne. “We’ve worked with them for many years, and the ease of doing business with them — combined with their tremendous service orientation and quick response to critical issues — made them the clear choice for Carrier of the Year recognition.”

Criteria for the award included Con-way Freight’s nearly 99 percent on-time pickup and delivery, as well as very low rates of claims and complaints. PolyOne selected Con-way Freight out of more than 50 North American motor carriers. This marks the company’s first win as PolyOne’s LTL Carrier of the Year.

“We’ve enjoyed a productive and successful working relationship with PolyOne for more than 10 years now. During that time, we’ve come to know their business well and understand how critical our exception-free, on-time and faster service is to their ability to compete in their market,” said John G. Labrie, president, Con-way Freight. “It’s a great honor to win this award and see that we’re delivering the service they need, and we look forward to continuing this relationship in the years to come.”

Con-way Freight handled more than 15,000 tons of freight for PolyOne during 2008.

Follow Con-way Freight on Twitter: http://twitter.com/Con_way_.

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About Con-way Freight
Con-way Freight is the industry’s leading less-than-truckload (LTL) freight transportation company, providing guaranteed, day-definite regional and transcontinental service with exception-free delivery, on-time service performance and faster transit times through a single, unified network of more than 300 service centers in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Con-way Freight offers LTL freight transportation across North America and through Global LTLTM delivery in the United States from around the world. Global solutions include international less-than-container (LCL) ocean shipments from Asia through its OceanGuaranteed® service; expedited U.S. delivery for inbound international cargoes from Europe through an exclusive alliance with TNT; direct service to more than 30 Bahamian and Caribbean ports through TropicalDirectSM; and domestic offshore transportation to  Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. Based in Ann Arbor, Mich., Con-way Freight is a certified FAST highway carrier and is C-TPAT/PIP, ACE- and CSA-certified.

Con-way Freight is a subsidiary of Con-way Inc. (NYSE: CNW), a $4.3 billion diversified freight transportation and logistics services company. For more information, visit www.con-way.com/en/freight.