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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Named 2023 'Latin Flavor' SUV of the Year

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
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All-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV named 'SUV of the Year with a Latin Flavor' by Puros Autos on the heels of Outlander's win last year.

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  • All-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV named 'SUV of the Year with a Latin Flavor' by Puros Autos on the heels of Outlander's win last year.
  • FRANKLIN, Tenn., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) was named SUV of the Year by Puros Autos in the publication's "2023 Car of the Year with a Latin Flavor" awards.
  • The Outlander PHEV is the world's best-selling plug-in hybrid SUV2, and the all-new 2023 Outlander PHEV combines everything that has made the gasoline-powered 2022 Outlander so successful: bold styling, advanced vehicle architecture, award-winning3 interior, seven-passenger convenience and legendary Mitsubishi SUV capability.
  • "The 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV should be at the top of your list, if you're one of the rare drivers seeking more thrills from a fairly efficient SUV," said Puros Autos Editor Enrique Kogan.

PACCAR and Platform Science Announce New Collaboration to Integrate Innovative Virtual Vehicle Solution in Kenworth and Peterbilt Trucks

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
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BELLEVUE, Wash. and SAN DIEGO, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PACCAR and Platform Science announced today a new collaboration to integrate Platform Science's Virtual Vehicle™ in Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks. Virtual Vehicle™ is an open OEM platform that enables fleets to access telematics, software solutions, real-time vehicle data, and third-party applications directly from their vehicles. With Virtual Vehicle™, Kenworth and Peterbilt customers will have access to a customizable platform that delivers an unlimited canvas to fleets, elevating their capabilities to innovate and utilize, manage and deploy digital applications.

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  • The native OEM platform provides fleets with greater flexibility, tools to boost efficiency and strengthen driver experience
    BELLEVUE, Wash. and SAN DIEGO, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PACCAR and Platform Science announced today a new collaboration to integrate Platform Science's Virtual Vehicle™ in Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks.
  • Virtual Vehicle™ is an open OEM platform that enables fleets to access telematics, software solutions, real-time vehicle data, and third-party applications directly from their vehicles.
  • With Virtual Vehicle™, Kenworth and Peterbilt customers will have access to a customizable platform that delivers an unlimited canvas to fleets, elevating their capabilities to innovate and utilize, manage and deploy digital applications.
  • Through this partnership Kenworth will expand its telematics system to provide customers with third party applications through the Virtual Vehicle platform," said Kevin Baney, Kenworth general manager and PACCAR vice president.

Merchants Fleet Announces United Autosports Sponsorship

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
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HOOKSETT, N.H., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Merchants Fleet, the nation's fastest growing fleet management company, today announced its sponsorship of United Autosports, one of Britain's leading endurance motorsport teams.

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  • HOOKSETT, N.H., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Merchants Fleet , the nation's fastest growing fleet management company, today announced its sponsorship of United Autosports, one of Britain's leading endurance motorsport teams.
  • The new sponsorship underscores Merchants' dedication to excellence for its employees and clients throughout North America.
  • Endurance is a driving theme for the company and aligns with United Autosports' world-class record of speed, strength and agility as winners of the FIA World Endurance Championship.
  • In 2022 Merchants' Chairman, CEO & President Brendan P. Keegan, joined United Autosports on the Investor Advisory Board as a co-owner, in addition to being the Merchants Chairman, CEO & President.

THREE KIA MODELS WIN A 2023 BEST CARS FOR THE MONEY AWARD FROM U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A trio of Kia models have been recognized as winners in the annual 2023 Best Cars for the Money awards from U.S. News & World Report. Taking top honors this year are the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid (Best Hybrid SUV for the Money), Kia K5 (Best Midsize Car for the Money), and Kia Rio (Best Subcompact Car for the Money). Covering 12 automotive categories, the awards highlight cars and SUVs that represent the best combination of long-term value and excellent ownership experience.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A trio of Kia models have been recognized as winners in the annual 2023 Best Cars for the Money awards from U.S. News & World Report.
  • Taking top honors this year are the 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid (Best Hybrid SUV for the Money), Kia K5 (Best Midsize Car for the Money), and Kia Rio (Best Subcompact Car for the Money).
  • Covering 12 automotive categories, the awards highlight cars and SUVs that represent the best combination of long-term value and excellent ownership experience.
  • "Our Best Cars for the Money awards are designed to identify the vehicles that provide both a strong long-term value and a satisfying ownership experience," said Jim Sharifi, managing editor at U.S. News Best Cars.

Alaska Airlines and Bank of America announce enhanced benefits to our Visa Signature® card

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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SEATTLE, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new year reveals new reasons to celebrate what makes the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card, co-branded with Bank of America, better and more valuable than ever. Our current and new cardholders can now take advantage of enhanced benefits when they use the card while traveling with us and while making everyday purchases – from earning more miles in new ways to boarding their flight earlier to continued savings with a free checked bag and Alaska's Famous Companion Fare™.

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  • Priority Boarding: Early group boarding when tickets are purchased with an Alaska Visa Signature® card.
  • Alaska Lounge+ Membership Discount: Cardholders can enjoy $100 off the price of an Alaska Lounge+ membership every year when purchased with their Alaska Visa Signature® card.
  • "We are thrilled to work with Alaska Airlines in order to offer customers enhanced benefits on their Visa Signature® credit card," said Jason Gaughan, Head of Consumer Credit Card Products at Bank of America.
  • Alaska Airlines and Bank of America will launch similar enhanced benefits for the Alaska Airlines Visa Business card this spring.

EV Connect and Skycharger Remove CAPEX for EV Fleet Charging

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EV Connect, a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging management solutions, and Skycharger, a leader in the EV charging space, today announced a Fleet-as-a-Service (FaaS) program to provide fleet operators with new financing and service options for EV charging infrastructure. In response to a call for zero-emissions goals by the Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance and NAFA Fleet Management Association, the FaaS program offers fleet operators a simple path to acquiring, deploying, and maintaining EV charging infrastructure to meet customer requirements with no upfront costs. This comprehensive, operating expenses-based service model provides a cost-effective solution for fleet operators looking for a hassle-free option, without substantial out-of-pocket costs, for managing zero-emission fleets.

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  • The EV Connect platform powers Skycharger solutions for electric fleet deployment by removing upfront costs through a full-service, subscription-based Fleet-as-a-Service.
  • EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EV Connect , a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging management solutions, and Skycharger , a leader in the EV charging space, today announced a Fleet-as-a-Service (FaaS) program to provide fleet operators with new financing and service options for EV charging infrastructure.
  • In response to a call for zero-emissions goals by the Corporate Electric Vehicle Alliance and NAFA Fleet Management Association, the FaaS program offers fleet operators a simple path to acquiring, deploying, and maintaining EV charging infrastructure to meet customer requirements with no upfront costs.
  • "With an EV fleet solution like the one from Skycharger, fleet managers can replace the uncertainty of fluctuating petroleum fuel costs and stabilize operations with lower, set-cost rates for electricity," said Jonathan Leicester, vice president of Fleet at EV Connect.

All-new Prevost H3-45 Takes Center Stage at 2023 UMA EXPO

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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ORLANDO, Fla. , Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prevost introduced its all-new, next-generation H3-45 during the 2023 UMA EXPO in Orlando, Florida.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla. , Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prevost introduced its all-new, next-generation H3-45 during the 2023 UMA EXPO in Orlando, Florida.
  • "The H3-45 is our flagship and sets the standard in the industry," said Prevost president François Tremblay.
  • "The H3-45 is our flagship and has for the past two decades set the standard in the industry," said Prevost president François Tremblay.
  • The H3-45 made its public debut at the UMA Motorcoach Expo as part of a year-long introduction of the updated coach.

Ram 1500 Named to Car and Driver's 10Best Vehicles for Fifth Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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This marks the fifth consecutive year the Ram 1500 has earned this prestigious award.

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  • This marks the fifth consecutive year the Ram 1500 has earned this prestigious award.
  • Previous winners were invited to defend their crown and the 2023 Ram 1500 Limited and Ram 1500 TRX were submitted for evaluation.
  • For the fifth consecutive time, Car and Driver combined 10Best Cars and 10Best Trucks and SUVs into a single list — 10Best for 2023, which appears in the magazine's February/March issue.
  • Power APEAL study , which rates the emotional bond between customers and their vehicles, named the 2022 Ram 1500 as the best vehicle in the large light-duty pickup category.

WILSON GOLF REIMAGINES DYNAPOWER™ AFTER 70 YEARS

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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CHICAGO, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 70 years after Wilson Sporting Goods Co. redefined expectations around power and distance in the iron category, the company today announced the re-launch of its Dynapower franchise. The complete equipment line includes adjustable drivers, fairway woods, hybrids and irons that will be available for pre-order on Wednesday, Feb. 22.

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  • "Dynapower changed the game of golf seven decades ago and it's time for Wilson to do it again," said Tim Clarke, President, Wilson Golf.
  • In 1956, Wilson introduced the original Dynapower iron and its patented bore-through hosel design that revolutionized weight distribution.
  • By drilling weight out of the hosel, Wilson was able to redistribute weight directly behind the hitting area for more power.
  • For more information on all Wilson Golf products, including drivers, woods, irons, wedges, putters, balls and accessories, please visit: www.wilson.com and follow @wilsongolf on social.

All-New 2023 Honda CR-V Wins Coveted Car and Driver 10Best Award

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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Completely redesigned and built in Canada, the 2023 Honda CR-V sets a new compact SUV benchmark with rugged styling, increased space and sporty hybrid-electric performance

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  • Completely redesigned and built in Canada, the 2023 Honda CR-V sets a new compact SUV benchmark with rugged styling, increased space and sporty hybrid-electric performance
    MARKHAM, ON , Jan. 17, 2023 /CNW/ - The editors of Car and Driver have awarded the Honda CR-V a coveted 10Best Award , honouring the all-new, built in Canada, 2023 CR-V for its rugged styling, increased interior space and sporty hybrid-electric performance.
  • "The CR-V is a well-rounded package that punches way above its weight on multiple levels," said the editors at Car and Driver.
  • plants in Alliston, Ontario, these built in Canada models join the all-new Accord at achieving the prestigious Car and Driver 10Best award this year."
  • In a show of design and engineering excellence, Honda has earned three Car and Driver 10Best awards this year.