LFZA -- Laforza Automobiles, Inc. Com ($0.001)
Thomas Ciresa Appointed President and CEO of LAFORZA Distributors Inc.
Company is Global Distributor of the World's First Factory-Designed and Manufactured Personal Security Vehicle(TM) (PSV(TM))
ESCONDIDO, Calif., Mar 19, 2002 (BW AutomotiveWire) -- LAFORZA Automobiles Inc. (Pink Sheets:LFZA) (OTCBB:LFZA) today announced the appointment of Thomas Ciresa as president and CEO of LAFORZA Distributors Inc., global distributor of the first luxury Personal Security Vehicle(TM) (PSV(TM)).
The LAFORZA, manufactured in Italy, is a high-performance, ultra-luxury 4-wheel-drive vehicle designed to meet the growing security concerns of motorists worldwide.
Ciresa has vast U.S. and International automotive experience. After a distinguished career with Ford, American Motors Corp., and Toyota, he led the start-up team that formed Porsche Cars, N.A. as its vice president, operations. He then served as the chief operating officer of Hyundai Auto Canada and was responsible for the development for KIA, N.A. Ciresa was a member of the executive team that launched Autobytel.com (Nasdaq:ABTL).
"We are very excited to have Tom leading the team at LAFORZA Distributors Inc.," said Gerry Berg, CFO. "His extensive experience in working with automobile manufacturers and establishing dealer networks will be a key asset to LAFORZA's successful launch."
"The Personal Security Vehicle is a concept that's time has come. I believe that there is a real need for a vehicle that can address society's concerns for safety and security," said Tom Ciresa. "I look forward to the opportunity to work with LAFORZA to bring this unique vehicle to market."
About LAFORZA Automobiles Inc./LAFORZA International SpA
LAFORZA Automobiles Inc. manufactures luxury-class Italian sport utility vehicles and Personal Security Vehicles(TM) (PSV(TM)). LAFORZA Distributors Inc. distributes these vehicles throughout the world. The bodywork is styled by the renowned automotive stylist Thomas Tjaarda and the vehicle is manufactured in Cherasco, Italy by LAFORZA International SpA.
For more information about LAFORZA, visit at laforza.com.
CONTACT:
LAFORZA Automobiles Inc.
Gerry Berg, 760/738-1515
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