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Official 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Preview +VIDEO

Official 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan Preview +VIDEO

Since its launch in 2017, the second generation of the Volkswagen Tiguan compact SUV has become the best-selling Volkswagen in America, mirroring its global success. For the 2022 model year, Volkswagen of America will launch a refreshed model with new styling and technology to elevate its compelling blend of utility an ... Continue reading

Bloomberg Reports Says Gas Stations Run Dry as Pipeline Races to Recover From Hacking

Bloomberg Reports Says Gas Stations Run Dry as Pipeline Races to Recover From Hacking

Bloomberg May 11, 2021) Joe Carroll, Andres Guerra Luz and Jill R. ShahGas reported that gas stations along the U.S. East Coast are beginning to run out of fuel as North America’s biggest petroleum pipeline races to recover from a paralyzing cyberattack that has kept it shut for days. From Virginia to Florida and Ala ... Continue reading

Road Traffic Injuries and Deaths—A Global Problem

Road Traffic Injuries and Deaths—A Global Problem

Road traffic crashes are a leading cause of death in the United States for people aged 1–54,1 and they are the leading cause of nonnatural death for U.S. citizens residing or traveling abroad.2–3 Throughout the world, roads are shared by cars, buses, trucks, motorcycles, mopeds, pedestrians, animals, taxis, and oth ... Continue reading

Electric Vehicles to Drive Demand for Thermal Interface Materials Says IDTechEx

Electric Vehicles to Drive Demand for Thermal Interface Materials Says IDTechEx

BOSTON, May 10, 2021 -- Thermal interface materials (TIMs) are a key component in a multitude of electronic and energy storage devices. Essentially, if heat is generated and needs to be transferred (e.g. to a heat sink) then a TIM is typically needed. ... Continue reading

Global Road Safety Week: Geotab and Together for Safer Roads Raise Awareness

Global Road Safety Week: Geotab and Together for Safer Roads Raise Awareness

1.35 million people are killed on roadways around the world every year. With the United Nations' 6th annual Global Road Safety Week taking place May 17-23, Geotab<https://www.geotab.com/>, a global leader in IoT and connected transportation, and Together for Safer Roads (TSR)<https://www.togetherforsaferroads.org/>, a ... Continue reading

AAA Predicts Surge in Memorial Day Holiday Travel

AAA Predicts Surge in Memorial Day Holiday Travel

Release.jpg For More Information, Contact: Lynda Lambert, Safety Advisory & Media Spokesperson Desk: 502-779-3610 / Cell: 502-565-7410 Email: Lambert.Lynda@aaaec.com (mailto:Lambert.Lynda@aaaec.com) AAA Predicts Surge in Memorial Day Holiday Travel 60% more travelers predicted than last year, but still nearly 6 mill ... Continue reading

AutoNation, America's Most Admired Auto Retailer Is #1 in the Most Positive Reviews, According to Reputation

AutoNation, America's Most Admired Auto Retailer Is #1 in the Most Positive Reviews, According to Reputation

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL., May 11, 2021 -- AutoNation, Inc. , AutoNation, America's largest and most admired automotive retailer, today announced that it has the most 4 and 5 star reviews, all-time, of any automotive dealer group, public or private, according to Reputation. AutoNation first partnered with Reputation in 20 ... Continue reading

Azamara® Reveals Health and Safety Protocols for Return to Sailing in August

Azamara® Reveals Health and Safety Protocols for Return to Sailing in August

MIAMI, May 11, 2021 -- Azamara – the boutique cruise line dedicated to Destination Immersion® experiences – is pleased to reveal the brand's 'Explore Well at Sea' program ahead of the line's return to service in August. Through Azamara's commitment to wellness, the cruise line is implementing new standards with th ... Continue reading

Camping World to Launch Exclusive Thomasville Recreation Brand of RV and Camping Furniture

Camping World to Launch Exclusive Thomasville Recreation Brand of RV and Camping Furniture

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.--Camping World Holdings, Inc. (“Camping World”), America’s Recreation Dealer, today announced plans to launch the Thomasville Recreation Furniture brand of RV and camping furniture. The Thomasville Recreation furniture will be exclusive in the U.S. and provide the latest designer trends and inn ... Continue reading

Global Automotive Cockpits and Instrumentation Market Overview and Forecast to 2035: Instrument Clusters, Instrument Panels, Outsourced Cockpits, Head-Up Displays - ResearchAndMarkets.com

Global Automotive Cockpits and Instrumentation Market Overview and Forecast to 2035: Instrument Clusters, Instrument Panels, Outsourced Cockpits, Head-Up Displays - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--The "Automotive Cockpits and Instrumentation - Global Sector Overview and Forecast to 2035 (Q1 2021 Update)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Automotive Cockpits and Instrumentation - Global Sector Overview and Forecast to 2035 (Q1 2021 Update)" provides a comprehensive overview of th ... Continue reading

Group 1 Automotive Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend by 6.5%

Group 1 Automotive Increases Quarterly Cash Dividend by 6.5%

HOUSTON, May 11, 2021 -- Group 1 Automotive, Inc. , ("Group 1" or the "Company"), an international, Fortune 500 automotive retailer, today announced that its board of directors declared a cash dividend of $0.33 per share for the first quarter of 2021.  The dividend, which represents an increase of 6.5 percent, or $0 ... Continue reading

HyreCar Inc. to Announce First Quarter Financial Results on Thursday, May 13, 2021

HyreCar Inc. to Announce First Quarter Financial Results on Thursday, May 13, 2021

LOS ANGELES--HyreCar Inc. , the carsharing marketplace for ridesharing, food, and package delivery services, today announced it will release its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2021, after market close on Thursday, May 13, 2021. The announcement will be followed by a live earnings conference cal ... Continue reading

Li-Cycle and Ultium Cells LLC Announce Agreement on Recycling of Battery Manufacturing Scrap

Li-Cycle and Ultium Cells LLC Announce Agreement on Recycling of Battery Manufacturing Scrap

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Li-Cycle/Ultium Infographic (Photo: Business Wire) Li-Cycle/Ultium Infographic (Photo: Business Wire) Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Ultium Cells (Photo: Business Wire) Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail TORONTO--Li-Cycle Corp. (“Li-Cycle” or “ ... Continue reading

Motorcar Parts of America’s Subsidiary Gains Orders as Global Automotive Manufacturers Accelerate Electric Vehicle Development Programs

Motorcar Parts of America’s Subsidiary Gains Orders as Global Automotive Manufacturers Accelerate Electric Vehicle Development Programs

LOS ANGELES--Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. today announced its wholly owned subsidiary D&V Electronics recently received two orders valued at more than $2 million for advanced power hardware-in-the-loop testbed (p-HIL) and inverter test systems from global electric vehicle manufacturers in China and Europe. Additiona ... Continue reading

New Roadside Eats at Pilot Flying J with Classic and Spicy Chicken Sandwiches

New Roadside Eats at Pilot Flying J with Classic and Spicy Chicken Sandwiches

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., May 11, 2021 -- Pilot Flying J, the largest network of travel centers in North America, is unveiling two new delicious crispy chicken sandwiches to its growing menu as more American's are expected to hit the roads this summer. Available now at more than 300 participating Pilot and Flying J Travel Cen ... Continue reading

New Study From University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Identifies Five Double-Sun Planets That Could Support Life

New Study From University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Identifies Five Double-Sun Planets That Could Support Life

URBANA, Ill., May 11, 2021 -- Luke Skywalker's view of two suns in Star Wars is fictional, but recent research from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign found that five known systems having double-star planets like Tatooine could support life. Continue Reading University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Grainger C ... Continue reading

No Reserve! '85 Mazda RX-7 - Under 8k original miles!

No Reserve! '85 Mazda RX-7 - Under 8k original miles!

[1] INVENTORY [2] SELL/CONSIGN [3] CONTACT NO RESERVE!!! Selling this Friday on Bringatrailer.com One owner 1985 Mazda RX7 GSL-SE with only 8k original miles! This is the nicest and most well preserved 1985 RX7 to exist! [4] [5] [6] Click here to view Bring a Trailer listing! This 1985 Mazda RX-7 GSL-SE is finished in ... Continue reading

Potomac Edison Receives Approval for Two Battery Energy Storage Projects

Potomac Edison Receives Approval for Two Battery Energy Storage Projects

WILLIAMSPORT, Md., May 11, 2021 -- Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. , has received approval from the Maryland Public Service Commission for two battery energy storage projects in Allegany and Frederick counties, the latter of which will be paired with a new electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging station. ... Continue reading

Storms to Bring the 'Smartie Pants' Software-As-A-Service Solution to Mobile Game Developers Globally and Help Boost Their Advertising eCPM by Up to 87%

Storms to Bring the 'Smartie Pants' Software-As-A-Service Solution to Mobile Game Developers Globally and Help Boost Their Advertising eCPM by Up to 87%

An early tester of the solution, Storms saw an increase of 56% in its "Zombeast" mobile game's ARPDAU[1], within days after adopting the Smartie Pants solution. Eligible mobile game developers can claim their free trials at bit.ly/smartie_pants SINGAPORE, May 11, 2021 -- Singapore-based gaming startup Storms today anno ... Continue reading

Wind Turbine Rotor Blade Market to grow by USD 6.97 Billion during 2021-2025, Acciona SA and General Electric Co. emerge as Key Contributors to growth| Technavio

Wind Turbine Rotor Blade Market to grow by USD 6.97 Billion during 2021-2025, Acciona SA and General Electric Co. emerge as Key Contributors to growth| Technavio

NEW YORK, May 11, 2021 -- Technavio has been monitoring the wind turbine rotor blade market and it is poised to grow by USD 6.97 bn during 2021-2025, progressing at a CAGR of over 5% during the forecast period. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current market scenario, latest trends and drivers, ... Continue reading

Outlook on the Rechargeable Battery Global Market to 2026 - by Battery Type, Capacity, Application and Region

Outlook on the Rechargeable Battery Global Market to 2026 - by Battery Type, Capacity, Application and Region

The "Rechargeable Battery Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2021-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global rechargeable battery market reached a value of US$ 94.6 Billion in 2020. ... Continue reading

On the Road Again: Hankook Tire Gauge Index Maps Out a Summer of Automotive Travel

On the Road Again: Hankook Tire Gauge Index Maps Out a Summer of Automotive Travel

The most recent Hankook Gauge Index revealed how Americans are resuming regular driving habits and their growing optimism about travel plans ahead of the upcoming summer season.Regular commuting signals a return to ... Continue reading

Russian Hackers Declares WAR! On USA, Colonial Pipeline Hack Threatens Fuel Supplies

Russian Hackers Declares WAR! On USA, Colonial Pipeline Hack Threatens Fuel Supplies

Temporary hours of service wavier issued for truck drivers hauling fuel to East Coast. ... Continue reading

Subaru Plugging In With 2023 SOLTERRA - EV Motoring

Subaru Plugging In With 2023 SOLTERRA - EV Motoring

ts new full-electric SUV Solterra. Designed as a joint venture between Subaru and Toyota, the Solterra features a new, dedicated all-electric platform named the e-SUBARU Global Platform. ... Continue reading

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