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CHICAGO AUTO SHOW INTRODUCES NEW AUTOMOTIVE CAREER DAY FOR STUDENTS

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producers of the Chicago Auto Show, will host "Driving Future Leaders: Automotive Career Day" at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show on Tuesday, Feb. 13. This educational event is geared towards students, primarily in secondary education, and aims to highlight the vast career opportunities available across the dynamic auto industry.

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  • Programming, Panelists and Job Fair Set to Take Place on Feb. 13
    CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producers of the Chicago Auto Show, will host "Driving Future Leaders: Automotive Career Day" at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show on Tuesday, Feb. 13.
  • The event is geared towards students & will highlight the vast career opportunities available across the auto industry.
  • "The 'Driving Future Leaders' Automotive Career Day was born out of a need to shine a spotlight on the vast careers that are available within the automotive industry," said Chicago Auto Show Co-General Manager Jennifer Morand.
  • The program will conclude with a panel discussion "Career as an Automotive Technician" with representatives from Apple Chevrolet, BMW and the Chicago Automobile Trade Association, producer of the Chicago Auto Show.

The Unforgettable Moments of the 2024 Washington, D.C. Auto Show

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

U.S. News & World Report also presented their annual "Best Cars for the Money" awards during the Public Policy Day.

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  • U.S. News & World Report also presented their annual "Best Cars for the Money" awards during the Public Policy Day.
  • Opening its doors to consumers on Friday, January 19, the auto show drew large crowds over the 10-day event.
  • “Right here, at the DC Auto Show.” The highly anticipated Cybertruck and the recently unveiled Model 3 were undeniable crowd-pleasers.
  • With the participation of new and highly-sought after brands, the DC Auto Show team is hopeful that 2024 marks the beginning of auto shows once again showcasing all automotive manufacturers.

TRD USA, Mobil 1™ Expand Relationship Beginning With 2024 Motorsports Season

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240130122827/en/
    TRD USA, Mobil 1 expand relationship beginning with 2024 motorsports season (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Mobil 1 is proud to be synonymous with motorsports, and we are thrilled to take that to the next level with Toyota Racing Development,” shares Rob Shearer, Director of Global Sponsorships and Marketing Services, on behalf of Mobil 1.
  • “TRD’s technical partnership with Mobil 1 has been integral to Toyota’s on-track performance and success over the past 20+ years,” explains David Wilson, president, TRD USA.
  • "2024 is going to be a big year for us, and I'm very thankful to have Mobil 1 and its continued support once again this season.
  • Kalitta Motorsports will also continue to receive Mobil 1 support through the TRD partnership in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season.

Mouser and Molex Team Up with Vasser Sullivan Lexus Racing for IMSA 2024 Season

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240117229520/en/
    Mouser proudly announces its continued associate sponsorship of the Vasser Sullivan Lexus Racing team for the 2024 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Series.
  • 12 Vasser Sullivan Lexus RC F GT3 GTD Class entries for the 2024 IMSA season.
  • Since then, the Mouser and Molex relationship with Vasser Sullivan has resulted in many successes, winning the Indianapolis 500 in 2013 and producing multiple wins and podiums with Vasser Sullivan IndyCar and now Vasser Sullivan Lexus Racing.
  • For more information on Mouser's sponsorship of the Vasser Sullivan Lexus racing team and to see the schedule for the 2024 season, visit https://www.mouser.com/imsa-racing/ .

Standard Motor Products Announces 208 New Numbers

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP®) is pleased to announce the introduction of 208 new part numbers in its January new number announcement. This most recent release provides new coverage in 72 distinct product categories and 115 part numbers for 2022, 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP®) is pleased to announce the introduction of 208 new part numbers in its January new number announcement.
  • This most recent release provides new coverage in 72 distinct product categories and 115 part numbers for 2022, 2023 and 2024 model-year vehicles.
  • Powertrain-Neutral categories represent growing service opportunities, and service providers can count on Standard® for late-model coverage in these key categories.
  • Jack Ramsey, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, SMP, stated, "We're starting the year strong, with 208 new numbers added to our best-in-industry product lines.

LEXUS CULINARY MASTERS WELCOMES SHOTA NAKAJIMA

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lexus is proud to welcome acclaimed chef, restaurateur, and television personality Shota Nakajima to its esteemed team of Lexus Culinary Masters. In his newly appointed role, Nakajima will serve as an ambassador to the brand, crafting amazing experiences and amplifying Lexus core values of innovation, omotenashi, and master craftsmanship.

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  • PLANO, Texas, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lexus is proud to welcome acclaimed chef, restaurateur, and television personality Shota Nakajima to its esteemed team of Lexus Culinary Masters.
  • "We are thrilled to bring his passion for tradition and culinary innovation to our entire community and look forward to his future contributions to the Culinary Masters program."
  • As a Lexus Culinary Master, Nakajima will partner with the brand on marketing initiatives and food and wine events.
  • The Lexus Culinary Masters team is currently comprised of some of the country's most prestigious chefs, restaurateurs and culinary personalities.

Despite End-of-Year Sales Boost, Underlying Metrics Still Point to a Challenging Sales Environment

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cloud Theory, the real-time automotive data insights provider for automotive manufacturers, agencies, and affiliates, is reporting in this month's "On the Horizon," that new vehicle inventory has continued to charge forward, rising 6% in December after an 8% increase the prior month. Over the past year, supply jumped by exactly 1 million—from 1.64M to 2.64M. 

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  • OEMs continue to push more vehicles into the marketplace as supply chain challenges ease and as model year changeovers played out in December.
  • 18 of the top 20 makes saw month-over-month inventory increases, with Toyota and Buick (both down 1%) being the only exceptions.
  • End-of-year deals related to model year changeovers helped push vehicle movement up by 14% month-over-month to 1.12 million.
  • January projections indicate that this growth will recede to 1.08 million as season shifts diminish.

Minuteman Press Franchise in Fayetteville, NC Scores Big With NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes As Print & Sign Provider

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Monday, January 8, 2024

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. and RALEIGH, N.C., Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jared Ostendorf is the owner of the Minuteman Press franchise in Fayetteville, NC since July of 2009. For nearly 15 years, Jared has successfully grown his business by delivering high quality products and outstanding customer service time and time again for his clients.

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  • Front of the PNC Arena featuring Carolina Hurricanes graphics produced by Minuteman Press in Fayetteville, NC.
  • FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. and RALEIGH, N.C., Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jared Ostendorf is the owner of the Minuteman Press franchise in Fayetteville, NC since July of 2009.
  • One such client that Jared has been working with for the past few years is the Carolina Hurricanes .
  • Since the 2021-22 NHL hockey season, Minuteman Press in Fayetteville, NC has been the go-to “print and sign provider” for the Hurricanes.

Driving the Future: Public Policy Discussions at Washington, D.C. Auto Show

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Friday, January 5, 2024

Known on the auto circuit as the official “Public Policy Show”, the 10-day consumer show is preceded by the Public Policy Day on Thursday, January 18.

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  • Known on the auto circuit as the official “Public Policy Show”, the 10-day consumer show is preceded by the Public Policy Day on Thursday, January 18.
  • One of this year’s event's highlights is an Auto Caucus Roundtable featuring U.S.
  • Dingell, a prominent figure from Michigan's 6th Congressional District, paves the way to resolve clean energy issues and is dedicated to fortifying the American auto industry.
  • These discussions provide a platform to understand and adapt to the evolving industry landscape and the legislation shaping it.

Toyota Re-introduces the Land Cruiser "70" in Japan

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Toyota City, Japan, Nov 29, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced that it has re-introduced the Land Cruiser "70" in Japan today, November 29.

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  • Toyota City, Japan, Nov 29, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced that it has re-introduced the Land Cruiser "70" in Japan today, November 29.
  • - The Land Cruiser 70 series was launched in 1984 as a heavy-duty model primarily for commercial use and use in harsh environments.
  • - Adopting a highly durable and reliable ladder frame, the Land Cruiser "70" pairs outstanding off-road driving performance with improved on-road comfort.
  • Originally launched as the Toyota BJ on August 1, 1951, the Land Cruiser series is now 72 years old.