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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Letter From Europe First Look First Drive | 2026 BMW iX3 World Car and EV of The Year

Letter From Europe First Look First Drive | 2026 BMW iX3 World Car and EV of The Year

By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief It’s the same old story., ”you have to be in the right place at the right time” and your reporter certainly was. As you may have read in the specialist automotive press 57 automobile writers have voted BMW’s iX3 not only CAR of the Year but they also named it EV of the yea ... Continue reading

ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES UNVEILS SUITE COLLECTION

ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES UNVEILS SUITE COLLECTION

Atlas Ocean Voyages today unveils the suite collection for Atlas Adventurer, the world's first luxury expedition sailing yacht, introducing a new expression of exploration that reinterprets the elegance of ocean travel for today's traveler. ... Continue reading

Japanese Mobility Company Nagase America Moving To Downtown Detroit

Japanese Mobility Company Nagase America Moving To Downtown Detroit

Nagase America, a subsidiary of Nagase & Co., Ltd. - a publicly traded Japanese company with more than 190 years of history and deep expertise in chemicals and material science - announced it will be moving its Mobility Solutions division to downtown Detroit at 211 W. Fort Street on May 1, 2026, becoming the only Japan ... Continue reading

CPSC Posts Product Recalls and Product Safety Warnings to its Web Site

CPSC Posts Product Recalls and Product Safety Warnings to its Web Site

WASHINGTON, April 16, 2026 -- The CPSC announces today the following recalls conducted in cooperation with the firms listed below. Recalls can be viewed at www.cpsc.gov. There are deaths and injuries associated with some of these recalls. ... Continue reading

CarParts.com Sets First Quarter 2026 Conference Call for Thursday, May 7, 2026

CarParts.com Sets First Quarter 2026 Conference Call for Thursday, May 7, 2026

LONG BEACH, Calif., April 16, 2026 -- CarParts.com, Inc.  will hold a conference call on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time (5:00 p.m. Eastern Time) to discuss its financial results for the first quarter ended April 4, 2026. The results will be reported in a press release prior to the call. ... Continue reading

GENESIS HOUSE AND THE GOTHAM LAUNCH SHORTS FELLOWSHIP SUPPORTING NYC FILMMAKERS

GENESIS HOUSE AND THE GOTHAM LAUNCH SHORTS FELLOWSHIP SUPPORTING NYC FILMMAKERS

Three emerging shorts filmmakers to receive $10,000 grants, industry mentorship, and exclusive screening opportunities Second year of the partnership and first expanding to support NYC-based filmmakers NEW YORK, April 16, 2026 -- Genesis House and The Gotham Film & Media Institute (The Gotham) today announced the launc ... Continue reading

Global Automotive Fastener Market Size to Exceed USD 31.08 Billion by 2031, Led by Toyota, Volkswagen, GM, and Hyundai - Exclusive Insights from Arizton

Global Automotive Fastener Market Size to Exceed USD 31.08 Billion by 2031, Led by Toyota, Volkswagen, GM, and Hyundai - Exclusive Insights from Arizton

CHICAGO, April 16, 2026 -- According to Arizton's latest research report, the global automotive fasteners market size is expected to reach USD 31.08 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.40% during the forecast period.  To Know More, Click: https://www.arizton.com/market-reports/automotive-fastener-market Browse in ... Continue reading

Royal Caribbean Group Officially Launches Royal Caribbean Group Foundation, Building on Decades of Meaningful Global Impact

Royal Caribbean Group Officially Launches Royal Caribbean Group Foundation, Building on Decades of Meaningful Global Impact

The Foundation announces its inaugural pledge, supporting a historic investment in education of medical student residents in South Florida Key Takeaways The Royal Caribbean Group Foundation advances the company's belief in tourism as an economic vitality engine and commitment to creating positive community impact. The ... Continue reading

Allstate becomes the first major insurance provider to roll out free identity theft protection, delivering more value and protection to millions of customers

Allstate becomes the first major insurance provider to roll out free identity theft protection, delivering more value and protection to millions of customers

Key takeaways: Allstate is the first major U.S. insurer to offer free identity theft protection at no additional cost for millions of home, auto and renters insurance customers, starting today in 14 states and continuing to expand to additional states this year. Allstate has offered identity theft protection since 2018 ... Continue reading

Hyundai N Performance Parts Line for U.S. N=thusiasts

Hyundai N Performance Parts Line for U.S. N=thusiasts

Hyundai Motor America has announced the launch of its all-new N Performance Parts lineup for N models including the IONIQ 5 N and the Elantra N. The new range of accessories will be available at select U.S. Hyundai dealers, with the N product lineup and specifications viewable at Hyundai Accessory Resource Center - N P ... Continue reading

Distracted Driving Most Drivers Multitask Behind the Wheel And 68% Say They're Confident Doing It

Distracted Driving Most Drivers Multitask Behind the Wheel And 68% Say They're Confident Doing It

New research from Mercury Insurance finds that drivers engage in a wide range of distracted driving behaviors each year, from checking navigation to eating and making phone calls. ... Continue reading

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Launches Collectible Sticker Map on World Public Transportation Day

Amtrak Pacific Surfliner Launches Collectible Sticker Map on World Public Transportation Day

In celebration of World Public Transportation Day, the LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency, which manages the Amtrak® Pacific Surfliner® train service, today announced the launch of the "Endless Escapes" Collectible Sticker Map, a new onboard experience designed to inspire travel, reward exploration, and celebrate the iconic ... Continue reading

VinFast VF 8 Eco Winning Over Drivers

VinFast VF 8 Eco Winning Over Drivers

For many drivers transitioning from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, the appeal goes beyond just "going green"—it represents a holistic upgrade in lifestyle, efficiency, and personal expression. ... Continue reading

Fastport | Honda Announces New Customer Relationship with Bird | Spin to Support Urban Fleet Operations

Fastport | Honda Announces New Customer Relationship with Bird | Spin to Support Urban Fleet Operations

Honda, announced a new customer relationship with Third Lane Mobility, the parent company of Bird and Spin shared micromobility devices, as commercial availability of its Fastport eQuad and Fleet‑as‑a‑Service (FaaS) platform gets underway. The all-electric eQuad is a single-rider micromobility vehicle and a zero- ... Continue reading

Marine Corps University Foundation Honors Bob Parsons at 2026 Semper Fidelis Award Ceremony

Marine Corps University Foundation Honors Bob Parsons at 2026 Semper Fidelis Award Ceremony

The Marine Corps University Foundation (MCUF) was proud to host the 2026 Semper Fidelis Award Ceremony & Dinner on March 28, 2026, at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City in Arlington, VA. The annual event, which recognizes outstanding service to the United States Marine Corps, honored Bob Parsons as the Semper Fidelis Awar ... Continue reading

7 Best Buyers Who Pay Cash for Junk Cars Near You

7 Best Buyers Who Pay Cash for Junk Cars Near You

If you’re searching for buyers who pay cash for junk cars near you, you’ve probably realized that not all companies offer the same price or experience. ... Continue reading

5 Specialized Buyers Who Pay the Most For Junk Cars

5 Specialized Buyers Who Pay the Most For Junk Cars

If you want the most cash when selling a junk, damaged, or non‑running car, not all buyers pay the same. ... Continue reading

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