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NASA Announces Astronaut Shane Kimbrough to Retire

NASA Announces Astronaut Shane Kimbrough to Retire

WASHINGTON, July 27, 2022 -- NASA's Shane Kimbrough is retiring after 22 years, including 18 years as an astronaut. His last day with the agency is Sunday, July 31. ... Continue reading

NASA Will Inspire World When It Returns Mars Samples to Earth in 2033

NASA Will Inspire World When It Returns Mars Samples to Earth in 2033

WASHINGTON, July 27, 2022 -- NASA has finished the system requirements review for its Mars Sample Return Program, which is nearing completion of the conceptual design phase. During this phase, the program team evaluated and refined the architecture to return the scientifically selected samples, which are currently in t ... Continue reading

Ford Achieves Solid Second-Quarter 2022 Operating Results, While Organizing, Deploying Toward Ambitious Ford+ Future

Ford Achieves Solid Second-Quarter 2022 Operating Results, While Organizing, Deploying Toward Ambitious Ford+ Future

PDF PDF Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail DEARBORN, Mich.--Ford Motor Company today reported its 2022 second quarter financial results. Click here or visit media.ford.com to view the news release. ... Continue reading

Mazda CX-5 2023: precios y paquetes

Mazda CX-5 2023: precios y paquetes

Por primera vez en el mercado norteamericano, Mazda ofrece la opción de pintura exterior prémium Rhodium White para el CX-5 2023 El sistema i-Activ AWD de Mazda sigue siendo estándar en todos los modelos Mazda CX-5, y mejora el rendimiento en una variedad de superficies  El CX-5 2023 sale a la venta con un preci ... Continue reading

What’s Next for Autonomous Driving? Mouser’s Empowering Innovation Together Explores AI-Based Driver Monitoring

What’s Next for Autonomous Driving? Mouser’s Empowering Innovation Together Explores AI-Based Driver Monitoring

The fourth installment of Mouser's 2022 Empowering Innovation Together program explores AI-based driver monitoring systems for occupant presence and condition — such as fatigue or distraction — and includes a new episode of The Tech Between Us podcast. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Motor and Kia to Develop Lunar Surface Exploration Mobility through Joint Multilateral Research Agreement

Hyundai Motor and Kia to Develop Lunar Surface Exploration Mobility through Joint Multilateral Research Agreement

Hyundai Motor and Kia, who have pioneered endless possibilities for mobility expansion through innovative technologies such as robotics and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), are now expanding their vision beyond the bounds of Earth and into space.Hyundai and Kia announced on July 27 that they signed joint research agreement ... Continue reading

MINI Commemorates Paddy Hopkirk Graduation

MINI Commemorates Paddy Hopkirk Graduation

The world of motorsport is in mourning. MINI commemorates Paddy Hopkirk, one of the great sportsmen. ... Continue reading

Yamato Transport and CJPT will begin studying the practical application of detachable and portable cartridge batteries

Yamato Transport and CJPT will begin studying the practical application of detachable and portable cartridge batteries

TOKYO, Jul 27, 2022 -; Yamato Transport Co., Ltd. (Yamato Transport) and Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation (CJPT) have announced today that they will begin studying the standardization and commercialization of replaceable and rechargeable cartridge batteries as part of energy management efforts for ... Continue reading

Cox Automotive News Letter July 27, 2022

Cox Automotive News Letter July 27, 2022

The latest news from the Federal Reserve will be released today at 2:00 pm. Most watchers are expecting another sizable interest rate increase, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell and gang pursue their ... Continue reading

Subaru of America, Inc. Visits Cooper University Health Care to Announce Donations as Part of the Loves to Care Program

Subaru of America, Inc. Visits Cooper University Health Care to Announce Donations as Part of the Loves to Care Program

July 27, 2022 , Camden, N.J. - As part of the Subaru Loves to Care program, representatives from Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) visited Cooper University Health Care recently to announce a number of donations to benefits Camden-based patients being treated at Cooper. Subaru presented a check for $30,000 to purchase d ... Continue reading

h2Power Solutions Bringing Cutting Edge Hydrogen SOFC Fuel Cell Technology to US Market

h2Power Solutions Bringing Cutting Edge Hydrogen SOFC Fuel Cell Technology to US Market

TOLEDO, Ohio, July 26, 2022 -- Toledo-based h2Power Solutions has partnered with German manufacturer Hexis to bring their SOFC hydrogen fuel cell power to the United States. This technology provides clean, low-cost, high-efficiency power utilizing natural gas or biofuels. ... Continue reading

NASA Awards Contracts for NOAA GeoXO Spacecraft Phase A Study

NASA Awards Contracts for NOAA GeoXO Spacecraft Phase A Study

GREENBELT, Md., July 26, 2022 -- On behalf of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), NASA has selected two firms for the Geostationary Extended Observations (GeoXO) Spacecraft Phase A Study. These contracted firms will help meet the objectives of NOAA's GeoXO Program. ... Continue reading

NASA Prepares for Space Launch System Rocket Services Contract

NASA Prepares for Space Launch System Rocket Services Contract

 WASHINGTON, July 26, 2022 -- As NASA prepares for the first integrated flight test of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and the Orion spacecraft to the Moon this summer as part of Artemis, the agency is moving toward a services contract model for long-term SLS hardware production and operations to reduce costs. "S ... Continue reading

Automotive Engine Valves Market -- Technavio expects APAC to occupy 56% market share

Automotive Engine Valves Market -- Technavio expects APAC to occupy 56% market share

NEW YORK, July 27, 2022 -- The "Automotive Engine Valves Market Growth, Size, Trends, Analysis Report by Type, Application, Region and Segment Forecast 2021-2025" report by Technavio expects the market size to grow by 66 million units between 2020 and 2025. The market witnessed a YOY growth of 1.35% in 2021 and the gro ... Continue reading

Boeing Reports Second-Quarter Results

Boeing Reports Second-Quarter Results

ARLINGTON, Va., July 27, 2022 -- Second Quarter 2022 Operating cash flow of $0.1 billion; continue to expect positive free cash flow for 2022 Increased 737 production to 31 per month; working with FAA on final actions to resume 787 deliveries Successfully completed CST-100 Starliner uncrewed Orbital Flight Test-2 (OFT- ... Continue reading

Electric Power Systems of U.S. Selected as Provider of EPiC Battery System for Aircraft Production: SkyDrive

Electric Power Systems of U.S. Selected as Provider of EPiC Battery System for Aircraft Production: SkyDrive

TOYOTA, Japan, July 27, 2022 -- SkyDrive Inc. (hereinafter "SkyDrive"), a Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan-based developer of "flying cars" (*1) and "cargo drones," is pleased to announce that it has selected Electric Power Systems, Inc. (hereinafter "EP Systems") headquartered in North Logan in the U.S. state of U ... Continue reading

Garmin announces second quarter 2022 results

Garmin announces second quarter 2022 results

SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland--Garmin® Ltd. today announced results for the second quarter ended June 25, 2022. ... Continue reading

Global Automotive Connectors Market Intelligence Report to 2027 - Featuring Amphenol, Fischer Connectors and Molex Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

Global Automotive Connectors Market Intelligence Report to 2027 - Featuring Amphenol, Fischer Connectors and Molex Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--The "Automotive Connectors Market Intelligence Report - Global Forecast to 2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The Global Automotive Connectors Market is projected to reach USD 11,005.58 million by 2027 from USD 8,253.25 million in 2021, at a CAGR 4.91% during the forecast period. ... Continue reading

Group 1 Automotive Announces Record Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Group 1 Automotive Announces Record Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Record Quarterly Revenues of $4.1 billion, a 14.3% Increase Record Quarterly Diluted Earnings Per Common Share from Continuing Operations of $12.11 per share, an 18.3% Increase HOUSTON, July 27, 2022 -- Group 1 Automotive, Inc. ("Group 1" or the "Company"), an international, Fortune 300 automotive retailer with 204 d ... Continue reading

LITHIA & DRIVEWAY (LAD) NAMES NEW SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF DRIVEWAY & GREENCARS, AND RECOGNIZES "40 UNDER 40" HONOREES

LITHIA & DRIVEWAY (LAD) NAMES NEW SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF DRIVEWAY & GREENCARS, AND RECOGNIZES "40 UNDER 40" HONOREES

MEDFORD, Ore., July 27, 2022 -- Lithia & Driveway announced today that Carol Deacon has been named Senior Vice President of Driveway & GreenCars. Carol will develop, and execute, the strategy of its ecommerce platforms in support of their 2025 Plan to achieve $50 billion in revenue and more than $55 in EPS. ... Continue reading

Mercedes-Benz Q2 Profit Increase Driven by Strong Demand and Favourable Model Mix

Mercedes-Benz Q2 Profit Increase Driven by Strong Demand and Favourable Model Mix

STUTTGART, Germany--Mercedes-Benz Group AG (ticker symbol: MBG) achieved strong second-quarter financial results, thanks to sustained demand for luxury vehicles and premium vans, a good model mix, enhanced pricing power and ongoing cost discipline. As a result, the adjusted Return on Sales at Mercedes-Benz Cars rose to ... Continue reading

North America Peer-To-Peer Electric Vehicle Charging Market Report 2022-2028: Featuring Key Players ChargePoint Holdings, Shell Recharge Solutions, Power Hero & Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

North America Peer-To-Peer Electric Vehicle Charging Market Report 2022-2028: Featuring Key Players ChargePoint Holdings, Shell Recharge Solutions, Power Hero & Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--The "North America Peer-To-Peer Electric Vehicle Charging Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Application (Residential and Commercial), By Charger Type (Level 2 and Level 1), By Country and Growth Forecast, 2022-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The North Amer ... Continue reading

Ford Credit CFO Brian Schaaf to Speak August 9 at J.P. Morgan Automotive Conference

Ford Credit CFO Brian Schaaf to Speak August 9 at J.P. Morgan Automotive Conference

DEARBORN, Mich.--Ford Credit Chief Financial Officer Brian Schaaf will provide an update on Ford Credit during a fireside chat with credit analyst Avi Steiner at the J.P. Morgan Automotive Conference. The fireside chat will take place at 8:50 a.m. ET Tuesday, August 9. ... Continue reading

Global Coach and Bus Growth Outlook Report 2022: The Move Toward Cleaner and Zero-emission Transportation Through Electrification - ResearchAndMarkets.com

Global Coach and Bus Growth Outlook Report 2022: The Move Toward Cleaner and Zero-emission Transportation Through Electrification - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--The "Global Coach and Bus Growth Outlook, 2022" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The COVID-19 pandemic continued to have a global impact in 2021, with transit and bus operators facing financial constraints as daily commuting declined and people shifted to personalized transport to avo ... Continue reading

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1™ Team Selects Fastly to Drive Ultimate Digital Performance

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1™ Team Selects Fastly to Drive Ultimate Digital Performance

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1™ Team Selects Fastly to Drive Ultimate Digital Performance (Graphic: Business Wire) Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1™ Team Selects Fastly to Drive Ultimate Digital Performance (Graphic: Business Wire) Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Full Size Small ... Continue reading

Monro, Inc. Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2023 Financial Results

Monro, Inc. Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2023 Financial Results

ROCHESTER, N.Y.--Monro, Inc. , a leading provider of automotive undercar repair and tire services, today announced financial results for its first quarter ended June 25, 2022. First Quarter Results2 Sales for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending March 25, 2023 (“fiscal 2023”) increased 2.3% to $349.5 million ... Continue reading

Pilot Flying J Announces $30,000 in Prizes with Return of Road Warrior Contest

Pilot Flying J Announces $30,000 in Prizes with Return of Road Warrior Contest

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., July 27, 2022 -- In honor of the professional truck drivers who keep America moving, Pilot Flying J today announced the return of its annual Road Warrior contest with the largest prize total in history. This year's $30,000 Road Warrior contest will recognize and reward three pro drivers who go the ext ... Continue reading

Ryder Reports Second Quarter 2022 Results

Ryder Reports Second Quarter 2022 Results

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Ryder is a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation, and fleet management solutions. (Photo: Business Wire) MIAMI--Ryder System, Inc. , a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation, and fleet management solutions, reported results for the three months ended June 30 as fol ... Continue reading

Ted Cannis to Discuss Ford Pro at J.P. Morgan Automotive Conference

Ted Cannis to Discuss Ford Pro at J.P. Morgan Automotive Conference

DEARBORN, Mich.--Ford Pro CEO Ted Cannis will provide an update on Ford Pro’s growth and value creation during a fireside chat with auto analyst Ryan Brinkman at the J.P. Morgan Automotive Conference. The fireside chat will take place on August 10, at 9:30 a.m. ET. ... Continue reading

Upstart Auto Retail Named Fastest Growing Digital Retail Software for Auto Dealerships

Upstart Auto Retail Named Fastest Growing Digital Retail Software for Auto Dealerships

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Quote from Pete Batten of Automotive Market Data, a leading supplier of automotive market insights (Graphic: Business Wire) Quote from Pete Batten of Automotive Market Data, a leading supplier of automotive market insights (Graphic: Business Wire) Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Full ... Continue reading

July New-Vehicle Sales Pace Still Constrained but Transaction Prices and Dealer Profits Remain at Record Levels

July New-Vehicle Sales Pace Still Constrained but Transaction Prices and Dealer Profits Remain at Record Levels

TROY, Mich.--J.D. Power: The Retail Sales Forecast New-vehicle retail sales for July 2022 are expected to decline when compared with July 2021, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. Retail sales of new vehicles this month are expected to reach 988,400 units, a 10.8% decrease compared with Ju ... Continue reading

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