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Friday, February 20, 2026

Mighty Auto Parts Welcomes Back Matt Shaw as Vice President of Sales

Mighty Auto Parts Welcomes Back Matt Shaw as Vice President of Sales

PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga., Feb. 20, 2026 -- Mighty Auto Parts announces the return of Matt Shaw as Vice President of Sales, a role in which he will lead sales strategy and execution to accelerate the expansion of key product lines and revenue growth across the Mighty system. ... Continue reading

Road Trip: Hotel approved in Boston's Seaport District

Road Trip: Hotel approved in Boston's Seaport District

DGH Hotel Partners JV, LLC, a joint venture between Global Hospitality Investment Group ("GHIG") and a global investment management firm, is proud to announce the approval of a new hotel on Anchor Street, across from the Thomas M. Menino Convention and Exhibition Center. ... Continue reading

Road Trip: Essence of Japan: Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport

Road Trip: Essence of Japan: Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport

TOKYO, Feb. 20, 2026 -- Sumitomo Fudosan Villa Fontaine Co., Ltd., a member of the Sumitomo Realty & Development Group, has introduced a new all-inclusive experience at Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport, directly connected to Haneda Airport Terminal 3. ... Continue reading

In HelloNation, The Davis Family, Car Wash Experts of Elkton, MD, Explain How to Protect Your Vehicle from Winter Rust in the Mid-Atlantic

In HelloNation, The Davis Family, Car Wash Experts of Elkton, MD, Explain How to Protect Your Vehicle from Winter Rust in the Mid-Atlantic

ELKTON, Md., Feb. 20, 2026 -- How can drivers keep their cars safe from the damaging effects of road salt during winter? According to a HelloNation article, the Davis Family, Bill, Betty, and grandson Wade Davis, owners of Bear Express Carwash in Elkton, share practical advice on corrosion protection and car wash main ... Continue reading

U.S. Navy approves Raytheon's StormBreaker® smart weapon for use on Super Hornet fleet

U.S. Navy approves Raytheon's StormBreaker® smart weapon for use on Super Hornet fleet

Precision strike capability will increase fleet lethality and survivability TUCSON, Ariz., Feb. 20, 2026 -- The U.S. Navy has approved Raytheon's StormBreaker® smart weapon for operational use on the F/A-18-E/F Super Hornet strike fighter. ... Continue reading

Hankook's Proven Top-Tier Rally Tire Technology Underpins Rally Sweden's Safe Conclusion Across Relentless Snow and Ice

Hankook's Proven Top-Tier Rally Tire Technology Underpins Rally Sweden's Safe Conclusion Across Relentless Snow and Ice

Round 2 Rally Sweden concluded in extreme winter conditions, with the entire route covered in snow and thick ice Hankook's Winter i*Pike SR10W delivered consistent driving stability throughout the rally, even in severe icy conditions Up next, 2026 WRC Round 3 to take place in Naivasha, Kenya from March 12 to 15 UMEÅ, ... Continue reading

Genuine Parts To Devide Company

Genuine Parts To Devide Company

Separation to Unlock Significant Shareholder Value and Enhance Strategic Clarity, Operational Focus and Financial Performance for Both Companies Tax-Free Separation Expected to be Completed in the First Quarter of 2027 Company to Announce Further Details Regarding Ongoing Operational and Strategic Initiatives at Invest ... Continue reading

Approved Oil Confirms Renewable Diesel Reliability During One of NYC's Coldest Winters in Over Six Decades

Approved Oil Confirms Renewable Diesel Reliability During One of NYC's Coldest Winters in Over Six Decades

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Feb. 20, 2026 -- Approved Oil Company of Brooklyn, Inc. today reported the successful performance of renewable diesel (RD) supplied to New York City agencies throughout one of the most severe winter periods the region has experienced in more than 65 years, including RD-powered operations of the New York ... Continue reading

Toyota's New Leader EV Advocate Sato Replaced

Toyota's New Leader EV Advocate Sato Replaced

Sato replaced by CFO Kenta Kon amid cost pressuresLeadership change reflects Toyota's strategic shiftToyota focuses on lowering break-even point amid tariffsTOKYO, Feb 20 (Reuters) - When Koji Sato was named Toyota CEO in 2023, he appeared to be the man for the moment: a veteran engineer who could give the world’s be ... Continue reading

How Advanced Vehicle Technology Is Changing Accident Liability

How Advanced Vehicle Technology Is Changing Accident Liability

While modern vehicles are safer than ever, they are also changing how accident investigations and insurance claims are handled. ... Continue reading

2028 Scout Traveler Concept - Nutson's First Look Preview

2028 Scout Traveler Concept - Nutson's First Look Preview

Scout Motors, a new brand from the Volkswagen Group, provided an in-person look at their new Scout Traveler Concept. ... Continue reading

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