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Vivid Seats Celebrates World Wish Day® with Make-A-Wish®

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Friday, April 28, 2023

Vivid Seats has been a proud Make-A-Wish partner since November 2022, working together to bring awareness to the power and impact of a wish for children and families and pledging $250,000 through its charitable foundation, Vivid Cheers.

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  • Vivid Seats has been a proud Make-A-Wish partner since November 2022, working together to bring awareness to the power and impact of a wish for children and families and pledging $250,000 through its charitable foundation, Vivid Cheers.
  • Through this partnership, Vivid Seats has been able to connect children and their families with over 80 incredible live events, including the NCAA College Football Championship, the Daytona 500, and NCAA College Basketball Final Four.
  • As Vivid Seats continues to make wishes come true at live events across the country, they invite everyone to also raise their hands for wish kids on World Wish Day this April 29th.
  • Join Vivid Seats and Make-A-Wish to celebrate World Wish Day this weekend.

Broad Arrow and Hagerty Marketplace Launch Retro Motors Collection - Now Available for Online Bidding

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

The Retro Motors Collection launches today on Hagerty Marketplace with online auctions presented in a rolling format, with a handful of cars opening for bidding daily.

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  • The Retro Motors Collection launches today on Hagerty Marketplace with online auctions presented in a rolling format, with a handful of cars opening for bidding daily.
  • Offered by a lifelong, passionate enthusiast who has been buying and selling collector cars for decades, each car from The Retro Motors Collection has been inspected and cataloged by a Hagerty Marketplace specialist.
  • Barney Ruprecht, Vice President of Auctions, Hagerty Marketplace, comments: “The Retro Motors Collection is offered by a passionate enthusiast and friend of Hagerty and Broad Arrow who has been collecting his entire adult life.
  • More information on how to register to bid and sell on Hagerty Marketplace online auctions can be found at the website: Hagerty Marketplace .

Hagerty Marketplace Brings Retro Motors Collection to Online Auction Platform

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hagerty, Inc., (NYSE: HGTY) an automotive lifestyle brand and a leading specialty insurance provider, today announced the offering of Hagerty Marketplace online auction's first private collection sale. The recently launched platform allows members and enthusiasts to buy and sell automobiles through a trusted, easy-to-use system. The Retro Motors Collection comprises over 30 cars largely from the 1950s through today, with a focus on American muscle and high-powered European sports cars. 

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  • The Retro Motors Collection will launch on Hagerty Marketplace online auctions beginning Monday, May 15 in a rolling format, with a handful of cars opening for bidding daily and closing five days following each launch.
  • Offered by a lifelong, passionate enthusiast who has been buying and selling collector cars for decades, each car from The Retro Motors Collection has been inspected and cataloged by a Hagerty Marketplace specialist.
  • Barney Ruprecht, Vice President of Auctions, Hagerty Marketplace, comments: "The Retro Motors Collection is offered by a passionate enthusiast and friend of Hagerty and Broad Arrow who has been collecting his entire adult life.
  • More information on how to register to bid and sell on Hagerty Marketplace online auctions can be found at the website: Hagerty Marketplace .

Phantom Space Corporation selects Arnhem Space Centre for new dedicated launch site

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Phantom Space Corporation (Phantom), a space applications company providing small-class launch services to commercial and government clients has announced the selection of Arnhem Space Centre (ASC) on the Gove Peninsula in Australia's Northern Territory for a dedicated launch site.

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  • COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Phantom Space Corporation (Phantom), a space applications company providing small-class launch services to commercial and government clients has announced the selection of Arnhem Space Centre (ASC) on the Gove Peninsula in Australia's Northern Territory for a dedicated launch site.
  • The Arnhem Space Centre expands Phantom's space launch capabilities with direct access to very low-inclination and equatorial orbits.
  • Phantom is also developing a dedicated launch site, SLC-5, at Vandenberg Space Force Base for access to polar, sun synchronous and high-inclination orbits as well as a launch site, LC-13, at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station for direct access to mid- and low-inclination orbits.
  • We are really keen for Phantom to be resident launcher and access our world-leading launch site at the Arnhem Space Centre and take Australia's space industry to the next level," said Mr Jones.

Dodge Banks Pair of 2023 Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

The 2023 Brand Image Awards are based on consumer automotive perception data from Kelley Blue Book's Brand Watch study.

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  • The 2023 Brand Image Awards are based on consumer automotive perception data from Kelley Blue Book's Brand Watch study.
  • "We are honored by this recognition from Kelley Blue Book, especially as we double down on our brand's commitment to performance," said Tim Kuniskis, Dodge brand chief executive officer – Stellantis.
  • Kelley Blue Book cited Dodge models as "bred for high performance, featuring massive power and torque for an exhilarating, unforgettable driving experience."
  • Six Dodge "Last Call" models were previously introduced: the Dodge Challenger Shakedown, Dodge Charger Super Bee, Dodge Challenger and Charger Scat Pack Swinger, Dodge Charger King Daytona and Dodge Challenger Black Ghost.

Porsche announces Grand Marshals for Rennsport Reunion 7

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) is proud to announce that two icons whose passion and determination positively influenced the brand both on the track and the road have accepted the nomination as Rennsport Grand Marshal.

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  • Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) is proud to announce that two icons whose passion and determination positively influenced the brand both on the track and the road have accepted the nomination as Rennsport Grand Marshal.
  • Alwin Springer, a leader in U.S. Porsche racing as well as very first CEO of Porsche Motorsport North America will be joined by an 18-year veteran driver of the Porsche works team, Patrick Long.
  • Both Springer and Long will preside over Rennsport Reunion 7 – taking place September 28 to October 1, 2023 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca near Monterey, California.
  • Alwin has been rooted in Porsche Motorsport for over 50 years – first as a technician, and ultimately as CEO of Porsche Motorsport North America from January 1990 to February 2004.

Dodge Fires Up Ordering for Challenger SRT Demon 170 - World's Fastest, Quickest and Most Powerful Muscle Car Ever Produced

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Monday, March 27, 2023

Available dealer allocations for the new 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 can be viewed via the Dodge Horsepower Locator .

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  • Available dealer allocations for the new 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 can be viewed via the Dodge Horsepower Locator .
  • The Dodge Horsepower Locator online tool helps Dodge Brotherhood of Muscle members make the "Last Call" and locate the Dodge Challenger or Charger model of their choice, ranging from an entry level SXT model to the ultimate-performance Challenger SRT Demon 170.
  • The 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170 will be available at a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $96,666 (excluding destination and fees).
  • Six Dodge "Last Call" models were previously introduced: the Dodge Challenger Shakedown, Dodge Charger Super Bee, Dodge Challenger and Charger Scat Pack Swinger, Dodge Charger King Daytona and Dodge Challenger Black Ghost.

Your Rolex Daytona Could Buy You A £900,000 Property Says Luxury Watch Marketplace Chrono Hunter

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

"Our statistics reveal the average pre-owned Rolex Daytona steel version sold through Chrono Hunter increased from £17,250 in 2020 to £26,500 at the end of 2022," says Sam Rayner/Max Nordigian, Founders of Chrono Hunter.

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  • "Our statistics reveal the average pre-owned Rolex Daytona steel version sold through Chrono Hunter increased from £17,250 in 2020 to £26,500 at the end of 2022," says Sam Rayner/Max Nordigian, Founders of Chrono Hunter.
  • The Rolex Daytona steel version has shown incredible resilience and is nearly double the original RRP when examining the secondary marketplace.
  • The long-term investment potential of Rolex still stands the test of time, selling above retail on luxury marketplaces like Chrono Hunter
    "With demand outstripping supply, Rolex Daytonas sold via Chrono Hunter increased by more than 53% in 2 years.
  • Not only has Chrono Hunter transacted more than £25 million, but this upward curve demonstrates the overwhelming strength of the secondary market.

'Last Call' Countdown: Teaser Video No. 5 -- 'Trip Wire'

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Friday, March 17, 2023

Enthusiasts can purchase general admission tickets and view information for the Dodge Last Call Powered by Roadkill Nights Vegas event at www.Motortrend.com/DodgeLastCall .

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  • Enthusiasts can purchase general admission tickets and view information for the Dodge Last Call Powered by Roadkill Nights Vegas event at www.Motortrend.com/DodgeLastCall .
  • As with previous Roadkill Nights events, the Roadkill Nights Vegas performance fest will be packed with celebrity appearances — highlighted by a special performance by Grammy-winning superstar Diplo.
  • Six Dodge "Last Call" models have already been introduced: the Dodge Challenger Shakedown, Dodge Charger Super Bee, Dodge Challenger and Charger Scat Pack Swinger, Dodge Charger King Daytona and Dodge Challenger Black Ghost.
  • For more than 100 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge.

Circuit of The Americas Nominated for Best Motorsports Race by USA TODAY 10Best

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

USA TODAY 10Best ranks a variety of the country’s top travel and lifestyle destinations, experiences, products, and more.

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  • USA TODAY 10Best ranks a variety of the country’s top travel and lifestyle destinations, experiences, products, and more.
  • A panel of subject experts and the USA TODAY and 10Best editorial teams collect the top 20 nominees and open voting to the public for four weeks.
  • The Formula 1 United States Grand Prix at Circuit of The Americas has become the largest festival weekend in all of U.S.
  • Voting for Best Motorsports Race is now open and continues until Monday, April 10 at 11:59 a.m. EST.