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CalPro ADAS IdentiScan Launches on Collabtic Platform
CalPro ADAS Solutions ADAS IdentiScan has relaunched on the Collabtic workflow management platform. Collabtic which is the leading open collaboration and knowledge platform in the automotive aftermarket will now provide new and existing customers with direct access to the CalPro' patented ADAS calibration identification software. - January 25, 2025 - CalPro ADAS Solutions
Cerwin-Vega Launches VegaMini: The Portable Speaker with Big Sound in a Small Package Compact Design, Immersive Audio—Your Perfect On-the-Go Companion
Cerwin-Vega introduces the VegaMini, a compact Bluetooth speaker that delivers powerful, distortion-free sound with a 20W woofer and 10W tweeter. Designed for portability and durability, it features a sleek, lightweight design, IPX4 water resistance, and up to 12 hours of battery life. With Bluetooth 5.3 for seamless connectivity, the VegaMini is perfect for on-the-go adventures or home use. Pre-order now at cerwinvega.com with shipping starting next week. - January 15, 2025 - CERWIN-VEGA!
Just Four Wheels Car, Truck and Van Rental Expands in South Jersey with New Location in Turnersville
Just Four Wheels Car, Truck and Van Rental, a locally owned and operated car, truck, and van rental company, is pleased to announce the opening of its new location at 5501 Route 42, Turnersville, NJ 08012. With over 40 years of experience serving South Jersey, Just Four Wheels Car, Truck and Van... - January 10, 2025 - Just Four Wheels Car, Truck and Van Rental
EVSTAR Partners with Evolved EV Charging to Offer Comprehensive Underwritten Warranty Protection for EV Charging Stations
EVSTAR, a national renewable energy service and warranty administrator offering an underwritten extended warranty Program that protects EV chargers, has partnered with Evolved EV Charging, a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging station sales, project design, engineering, and... - January 08, 2025 - EVSTAR
Supreme Motors (Formerly Carmart OC Since 2013) Under New Ownership: Drive Your Dream
Supreme Motors, formerly CarMart OC since 2013, is now under the ownership of Ehren Bragg, an industry leader with experience at Jaguar, Ferrari, Lamborghini, and more. Bragg’s vision is to make used car buying a smart financial decision by offering late-model vehicles with transparent wear-and-tear disclosures. Supreme Motors also offers full auto detailing by appointment. - January 06, 2025 - Supreme Motors OC
Agile Auto Appoints Scott Simons as Senior Strategic Advisor
Agile Auto today announced the appointment of Scott Simons as Senior Strategic Advisor. Scott brings a wealth of experience in the automotive industry to the role, with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and strategic sales leadership. Scott is also an investor in Agile Auto,... - January 01, 2025 - Agile Auto
Bluewater Battery Logistics Partners with HazMat Consulting
Bluewater Battery Logistics, a leader in battery lifecycle management, announced an official partnership with HazMat Consulting. Bluewater is helping battery manufacturers, dealers and end-users to successfully navigate the complexities of evolving DOT-regulated battery logistics landscape. This is a significant step forward for Bluewater and its customers, as well as for the development of the second-life battery market. - December 15, 2024 - Bluewater Battery Logistics
Kuruma Imports Hosting Toys For Tots Car Meet to Spread Holiday Cheer
Kuruma Imports is thrilled to partner with Toys For Tots to help bring smiles to children in need. - December 06, 2024 - Kuruma Imports, LLC
Price Family Dealerships Acquire Modesto Toyota from Stinson Enterprises
Price Family Dealerships, one of Northern California's largest privately held automotive groups, has completed the acquisition of Modesto Toyota from the Stinson Enterprises, expanding their lineup to an impressive 30 dealerships. - December 04, 2024 - Price Family Dealerships
ONTrack Introduces New Flexible Private Taxi Hire Car Rental Service in Manchester
ONTrack has launched a flexible private hire car rental service for drivers in Manchester, Stockport, Oldham, and beyond. Offering fully maintained vehicles on a weekly subscription basis, the service features transparent pricing, "Uber-ready" cars, and 24-hour breakdown recovery. Designed to meet drivers' needs, ONTrack provides a hassle-free, affordable alternative to car ownership. - December 04, 2024 - Ontrack Private Hire Rental
Signature Autohaus Management Corp. Announces Expansion and New Location
Signature Autohaus, a leader in automotive restyling, is excited to announce its expansion and relocation to a new, larger facility in Coral Springs, FL. This move marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth. It reflects its commitment to meeting the increasing demand for quality... - November 08, 2024 - Signature Autohaus
Low-Cost, High Output, Smart EV-Charging Solution for Commercial Developments with Booking, Load & Price Management Capabilities Directly Improving NOI and TAC
Introducing ChargeBay, a low-cost infrastructure + software solution especially designed for commercial developments to increase overall Net Operating Income and lower down Turn Around Costs with value-added amenities. An all-in-one solution offering EV charging infrastructure at 1/10th the cost with reservable chargers and smart-car integration using a software integration on high quality EV chargers managing operations, load management, price management, user/access control without hassle. - November 06, 2024 - ChargeBay LLC
EVCarAnswers.com Launches to Simplify Electric Vehicle Ownership and Buying Decisions
A new website, EVCarAnswers.com, has recently launched to provide easy-to-understand, expert answers to common questions about electric vehicles (EVs). With the growing popularity of EVs, many consumers are looking for reliable information to help them make informed decisions about owning and... - November 05, 2024 - EVCarAnswers.com
Chicks In Charge Announced as Official Partner for NADA Vault by Authenticom Podcasting Live at NADA Conference in New Orleans, January 23-26, 2025
Authenticom is excited to announce its official partnership with Chicks In Charge, a groundbreaking podcast that is transforming the automotive industry with fresh perspectives from young professionals. Hosts Jess Burkhart and Shasta Haddock will be podcasting live from the 2025 National Automobile... - November 01, 2024 - The Chicks in Charge
CarZing Publishes Essential Guide on Winter Driving Safety
CarZing has published an informative article titled “Driving Safely in the Winter Months” on their blog. The article provides essential tips for winter driving, including vehicle preparation, safe driving techniques, and emergency preparedness. This guide aims to help drivers stay safe and confident on the roads during the winter season. CarZing’s commitment to driver safety is highlighted through this comprehensive resource, reinforcing their role as a trusted advisor in the automotive communit - October 17, 2024 - CarZing
BILT Hires New SVP of Revenue
Justin Smith, former principal of Blue Bison Capital, is BILT's new senior vice president of revenue. He joins the Software as a Service guided work platform at a pivotal time of growth acceleration. - October 16, 2024 - BILT Incorporated
Sentidos Announces Exciting New Miche Mix Partnership
Sentidos LLC, a leader in innovative marketing strategies, is thrilled to announce its re-entry into the Experiential and Shopper Marketing space with an exciting new partnership with Miche Mix, a premium mixer for beer cocktails. This strategic partnership marks the beginning of a series of dynamic brand activations, starting with the highly anticipated Austin F1 Grand Prix. - October 16, 2024 - Sentidos LLC
EVSTAR and Advanced Technical Services Elevate EV Charging Solutions with Reliable Extended Warranty Program
EVSTAR, a national renewable energy service and warranty administrator, and Advanced Technical Services (ATS) have established a partnership designed to enhance the reliability of EV charging solutions by offering the industry’s first A+ Insurance underwritten extended warranty program. This... - October 16, 2024 - EVSTAR
Howes Products Inducts Farmer Veteran Coalition Into Howes Hall of Fame
Howes Products, a leading provider of high-quality fuel additives and lubricants, is proud to announce the induction of the Farmer Veteran Coalition (FVC) into the prestigious Howes Hall of Fame. The induction celebrates the Coalition's outstanding work in supporting veterans who are involved in... - October 15, 2024 - Howes Products
Chicagoland Dealer Group Raises Money in October for Pediatric Brain Cancer Research
The Steve Napleton Auto Group is honoring Violet Napleton’s Sixth Birthday this month by supporting the Violet Foundation for Pediatric Brain Cancer. - October 12, 2024 - Violet Foundation
Caballo Automotive Partners with Wild Horses 4x4 to Launch New Custom Seats for the Early Bronco
Caballo Automotive has partnered with Wild Horses 4x4 to launch Caballo Classic Seats, custom-designed for Early Broncos. These seats offer improved visibility, comfort, and support, fitting a range of body types while maintaining a classic style. Available through Wild Horses 4x4 with Bronco-specific brackets, the seats mark the start of ongoing collaborations between the two brands, offering innovative products for vintage vehicle enthusiasts. - October 10, 2024 - Caballo Automotive
FCP Data Welcomes Nkeche Alexander as New Director of IT
FCP Data has announced the hiring of Nkeche Alexander as its new Director of IT. Alexander brings over 15 years of experience in front-end development, software engineering, and IT strategy. He will lead FCP Data's technology efforts, focusing on API integration and digital transformation. "His leadership aims to enhance FCP Data's innovative document management and workflow automation solutions," CEO Froy C. Perez expressed confidence in Alexander's vision and ability to drive future growth. - October 10, 2024 - FCP Data
Queens County Locksmith Explains Key Steps to Take When Locked Out of Your Home, Business or Car
Queens County Locksmith, a trusted provider of professional locksmith services, garage door services and exterior storm door installation in the New York City Metropolitan area (Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan and Nassau County, Long Island) is offering expert advice to help individuals navigate the stressful situation of being locked out of their home, business, or vehicle. The Owner/Operator with 22 years of experience in the field, the company aims to help. - October 03, 2024 - Queens County Locksmith
CarNext Autos Unveils TrueVinAI: AI Chat Copilot for Automotive Shoppers, Integrating 50K+ Live Dealership Inventories for Nationwide Scale
CarNext Autos has launched TrueVinAI, a groundbreaking AI Chat Copilot fine-tuned for on-site automotive shopping research. TrueVinAI is pre-integrated with over 50,000 car dealerships’ live inventory and is designed to assist car shoppers by providing 24/7 vehicle information, answering complex queries, and scheduling appointments. This customizable AI solution revolutionizes customer interactions, keeping buyers engaged during their research phase, ultimately transforming automotive shopping. - October 01, 2024 - CarNext Autos
Blueswift Axles All New Trailer Maintenance Facebook Group: Trailer Maintenance 101..
Blueswift Axles announces the launch of its new Facebook group, Trailer Maintenance 101, designed to help trailer owners and enthusiasts learn best practices for maintaining their trailers. The group offers expert tips, how-to guides, Q&A sessions, and community discussions, fostering a space for education and engagement. Join today to connect with like-minded individuals and access exclusive content from Blueswift Axles experts. - September 30, 2024 - Blueswift Axles
Tru Images Releases Study Showing the Superiority of Real Imagery in Automotive Consumer Research
One of the most significant findings of the study is that real images of vehicles—whether in promotional materials or during the research process—build a stronger foundation of trust compared to CG images. Trust is a critical factor in high-value purchases, such as automobiles, where consumers are making decisions that involve substantial financial commitments. - September 27, 2024 - Tru Images Inc.
Wendell Scott's Induction Into the Automotive Hall of Fame
Wendell Scott Sr., the first African-American to win a NASCAR race, has been inducted into the prestigious Automotive Hall of Fame. Celebrated for breaking racial barriers in motorsports, Scott's legacy continues to inspire. His posthumous honor was awarded during a ceremony at Michigan Central Station. The Wendell Scott Foundation continues its mission of empowering underserved youth through STEM education and community outreach. - September 26, 2024 - The Wendell Scott Foundation
EVSTAR and EV Energy Group Announce Partnership to Enhance EV Charging Solutions
The partnership integrates EV charging products with comprehensive warranty services, offering unmatched reliability and value. - September 16, 2024 - EVSTAR
Gjonaj Seeks UAW Endorsement
Nik Gjonaj (Joan-eye), Republican candidate for Oakland County Executive, announced today that he supports Joe Rozell, and the members of UAW Local 889, in their negotiations with Oakland county for a pay raise simply to keep up with the cost of living. Gjonaj has asked to meet with the UAW and... - September 11, 2024 - Nik For Oakland
Autoini.com Sees Growth in Traffic in 2024
In 2024, Autoini.com has experienced significant growth in the Indonesian automotive market. With nearly 700,000 monthly visits, the site has demonstrated increased strength and relevance in the automotive industry. This success reflects effective strategies in providing comprehensive and accurate automotive information, as well as services tailored specifically for the Indonesian audience. The rapid growth underscores Autoini.com's position as a key player in the local automotive market. - September 11, 2024 - Autoini
Alignment Simple Solutions Wins 2nd Motor Top 20 Award in Three Years
ALSS – Alignment Simple Solutions, LLC (ALSS), manufacturer of QuickTrick Alignment products and accessories, has won their second MOTOR Top 20 Award for the QuickTrick 5th Gen QuickString Alignment System. - September 10, 2024 - QuickTrick - Alignment Simple Solutions
EVSTAR and Electrify EVSE Are Excited to Announce a Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize EV Charging Solutions
This collaboration merges top-tier EV charging products with extended warranty services, offering unparalleled reliability and exceptional value. - September 06, 2024 - EVSTAR
AWC Ignites the Future of Mobility and Reshapes the Global Automotive Industry
Automotive World China 2024 (AWC), a complete ecosystem exchange platform for the total supply chain of new energy and intelligent connected vehicles organized by RX, is set to transform the industry from November 6–8, 2024, at the Shenzhen International Convention and Exhibition Center... - September 03, 2024 - RX
EVSTAR and EV ChargePlus Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance EV Charging Solutions
The innovative collaboration combines premium EV charging products with extended warranty services to deliver unmatched reliability and value. - August 30, 2024 - EVSTAR
RX China's AMTS 2024 Concludes Successfully
The Shanghai International Automotive Manufacturing Technology & Materials Show (AMTS) organized by RX China concluded its 19th edition on July 5, 2024. As a premier event in the international automotive engineering field, AMTS 2024 successfully showcased cutting-edge technologies and fostered... - August 29, 2024 - RX
Seeking Dealerships to Help Fund the Fight Against Pediatric Brain Cancer
For the Month of October, Dealerships Across the Country Will Unite to Raise Money for Driven For Kids | Defeat Pediatric Brain Cancer Initiative - August 21, 2024 - Violet Foundation
Highline Classics Has Been Recognized with the Fastest Growing Private 100 Companies Award from the Portland Business Journal
HighLine Classics is proud to announce that it has been recognized by the Portland Business Journal as one of the Fastest Growing Private 100 Companies. This prestigious award reflects the relentless dedication of our talented team, the exceptional quality of our restorations, and our steadfast... - August 16, 2024 - Highline Classics
Bulldog Steel Fabrication Adds New Mitsubishi Diamond BH Series Press Brake
Bulldog Steel Fabrication announced they have added a new Mitsubishi Diamond BH Series, Dual Drive, 185-ton hybrid press brake to their manufacturing line. - August 07, 2024 - Bulldog Steel Fabrication, LLC
Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge Riders Brave Hurricane Debby on 10,000-Mile Journey from Daytona Beach, Florida to Homer, Alaska
Northern Notes LLC, the publisher of Homer By The Bay, a blog about Things to Do in Homer, Alaska, is excited to share the start of the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge. Riders will endure a journey from Daytona Beach, Florida, to Homer, Alaska, face extreme weather, and sleep beside their bikes... - August 07, 2024 - Northern Notes
1Source ADAS Unveils Groundbreaking AI-Powered ADAS Reporting Solution at SEMA 2024
1Source ADAS, a leading provider of innovative solutions for the collision repair industry, today announced that it will be giving demos of its groundbreaking AI-powered ADAS calibration platform at the 2024 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The new platform leverages artificial intelligence to streamline... - August 05, 2024 - 1Source ADAS
HastyFix - Revolutionizing Home Repairs on Long Island
HastyFix, a new mobile-first handyman service app, is set to transform the way homeowners manage home repairs. Designed to connect homeowners with skilled professionals quickly and efficiently, HastyFix offers a seamless solution for all home repair needs. Introducing a New Standard in Home Repair... - July 27, 2024 - HastyFix - Handyman Services
MELD Announces Acquisition of Bit2Pay and Plans to Transform Banking by Merging Crypto and Fiat Products
MELD, a new Neobank coming to the market with both fiat and crypto services has acquired the Canadian fintech payments provider Bit2Pay. Bit2Pay is a licensed MSB in Canada providing fiat services including payments, foreign exchange and money transfers and virtual currencies. MELD has acquired Bit2Pay and its license to strengthen its licensed fiat services globally. - July 25, 2024 - MELD
Drive & Shine Breaks Ground on Three New Eco-Friendly Car Wash Locations in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Drive & Shine, Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan’s premier car wash company, is proud to announce the groundbreaking of three new locations in Fort Wayne, Indiana. These three locations will be the first in the Fort Wayne area, expanding the Company's footprint to over 20 locations across Indiana and Michigan. The new sites are set to open by the end of 2024, bringing Drive & Shine’s award-winning services to new customers. - July 20, 2024 - Drive & Shine
Velocity Redefines Luxury Restorations With Classic Chevy C10 Street Series
Velocity unveils the Chevy C10 Street Series, combining vintage style with modern performance. Featuring a high-performance drivetrain and a luxury red interior, each build is powered by a 460-hp 6.2L LT1 V8. Priced from $319,900, with bespoke options and a 16-week turnaround. - July 19, 2024 - Velocity Restorations
CRASH Jewelry Celebrates Cadillac and Endurance Sports Car Racing in Two Innovative Designs
CRASH Jewelry partnered with Cadillac to produce limited edition upcycled jewelry made from CT5-V Blackwing steel in original General Motors colors. These exclusive bracelets are uni-sex, sustainable, and one-of-a-kind. - July 02, 2024 - CRASH Jewelry
STG Auto Group Introduces DriveBuy: A New Way to Sell Vehicles Nationwide
STG Auto Group, a leading independent Dealer Group on the West Coast, announces the launch of DriveBuy, a pioneering solution transforming the way vehicles are bought from private sellers nationwide. With over 28 years of experience and a reputation for excellence, STG Auto Group is committed to... - June 21, 2024 - STG Auto Group
Luminous Unveils Innovative New Website to Enhance Customer Experience
Luminous, a premier car care brand, has launched its redesigned website, marking a significant step in its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. The new site, developed over several months, offers a modern design, streamlined navigation, and enhanced functionality, providing an engaging and user-friendly experience. - June 20, 2024 - Luminous
M4 Engineering Inc. Acquires Phoenix Technology Works a New Prototyping Powerhouse is Created
M4 Engineering Inc., a leading Engineering, Test, and Prototyping firm in the field of conceptual design, analysis and product development has acquired Phoenix Technology Works (PTW) Maricopa, AZ to increase its footprint in full vehicle prototyping and tooling for composite applications. The... - June 14, 2024 - M4 Engineering
ABA Tech’s Driver Safety Science Recognized by Fleet Industry
ABA Technologies, Inc. (ABA Tech) has been featured by the Automotive Fleet Magazine for its behavior science-based contributions to the topic of corporate driver safety in the article: “Why Won't My Drivers Do What I Need Them to Do?” The well-being of employees behind the wheel is a... - June 14, 2024 - ABA Technologies, Inc.
Chicagoland Dealer Group Raises Over $120,000 in May for Pediatric Brain Cancer Research
The Steve Napleton Auto Group Raises $123,389 in Honor of Brain Tumor Awareness Month towards the Violet Foundation for Pediatric Brain Cancer. - June 13, 2024 - Steve Napleton Auto Group