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$4M Grant to Support Displaced Oil and Gas Workers in Contra Costa County

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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CONCORD, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County, a business-led board that builds public-private partnerships with education, economic development, labor, and community organizations to solve complex workforce challenges, is one of only four organizations awarded a grant to support displaced oil and gas workers across the region.

Key Points: 
  • CONCORD, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County, a business-led board that builds public-private partnerships with education, economic development, labor, and community organizations to solve complex workforce challenges, is one of only four organizations awarded a grant to support displaced oil and gas workers across the region.
  • The $3.8M grant is supported by the State of California's General funds to pioneer new initiatives that will guide displaced oil and gas workers toward new job opportunities and career paths within five high-growth sectors, including transportation, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, energy, and construction.
  • "We are excited about the opportunity to help our region's skilled oil and gas workers transition into sustainable careers for the future green economy," said Tamia Brown, executive director of the Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County.
  • The project will focus on supporting displaced oil and gas workers, ensuring their successful placement over two years.

FUEL RETAILERS URGE EPA TO ISSUE WAIVER FOR E15

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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Circumstances emanating from the war in Ukraine coupled with recent unrest in the Middle East risk generating shipping disruptions, which will lead to a volatile fuel supply market.

Key Points: 
  • Circumstances emanating from the war in Ukraine coupled with recent unrest in the Middle East risk generating shipping disruptions, which will lead to a volatile fuel supply market.
  • "These circumstances create ongoing supply chain challenges, including a volatile fuel supply market," the fuel retail industry said.
  • Access to summertime E15 sales will help to insulate the United States from these geopolitical threats by allowing additional, domestically produced biofuels to be blended into the fuel supply.
  • While current fuel supplies are adequate to meet demand, Americans drive much more during the summer months.

2024 KIA TELLURIDE EARNS IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS AWARD; SPORTAGE RECEIVES IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK DESIGNATION

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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IRVINE, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Kia Telluride has achieved the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) rating, while the 2024 Sportage earned the TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) rating. According to the IIHS, the two SUVs were deemed as "offering the highest level of protection for both vehicle and occupants and vulnerable road users."

Key Points: 
  • Telluride secures highest honor from IIHS for second consecutive year, maintaining TSP+ designation earned in 2023
    IRVINE, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Kia Telluride has achieved the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) rating, while the 2024 Sportage earned the TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) rating.
  • The original moderate overlap test still requires a "good" rating for the TSP designation.
  • "Safety remains one of our top priorities and we're dedicated to driving continuous advancements in this critical area every day as we proved with 2024 Telluride!"
  • The 2024 Telluride SUV continues to be a head-turner with its bold and sophisticated appearance, and spacious three-row cabin that comfortably accommodates up to eight passengers.

KIA MAKES UNEXPECTED DEBUT at WORK TRUCK WEEK

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America is making its Work Truck Week debut at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis March 6-7, 2024.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America is making its Work Truck Week debut at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis March 6-7, 2024.
  • Kia will exhibit concept models of two Platform Beyond Vehicles (PBVs) - the PV5 and the PV7.
  • Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys.
  • Kia is recognized as one of the TIME100 Most Influential Companies of 2023.

MITSUBISHI MOTORS RECOGNIZED BY S&P GLOBAL MOBILITY FOR THE "MOST IMPROVED ALTERNATIVE POWERTRAIN LOYALTY TO MAKE FOR 2023"

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) announced today that it has been recognized by S&P Global Mobility for having the "Most Improved Alternative Powertrain Loyalty to Make" for the 2023 calendar year1.

Key Points: 
  • FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) announced today that it has been recognized by S&P Global Mobility for having the "Most Improved Alternative Powertrain Loyalty to Make" for the 2023 calendar year1.
  • The Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid is the perfect stepping-stone from today's internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to tomorrow's full battery-electric vehicles (BEV).
  • But its ability to operate on both electricity and gasoline also is the perfect destination vehicle for some customers too.
  • "In today's hypercompetitive market, retaining customers is more important than ever," said Joe LaFeir, president, Automotive Insights, S&P Global Mobility.

Argus launches first Canadian CFR road fuel spot price assessments

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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HOUSTON, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has launched a Canadian Clean Fuel Regulation (CFR) spot market assessment to bring new price transparency to the supply chain and enable fuel manufacturers to understand the cost of complying with environmental legislation for each litre of gasoline or diesel they sell.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global energy and commodity price reporting agency Argus has launched a Canadian Clean Fuel Regulation (CFR) spot market assessment to bring new price transparency to the supply chain and enable fuel manufacturers to understand the cost of complying with environmental legislation for each litre of gasoline or diesel they sell.
  • The new daily price represents the first assessment of the Canadian CFR market underpinned by traditional survey assessment methodology.
  • Argus Media chairman and chief executive Adrian Binks said: "The significant changes under way in low carbon fuel standard (LCFS) programs in North America make Argus price assessments, news and analysis of these markets essential.
  • It assesses the Canadian CFR market and offers four quarters of pricing for California's LCFS and Oregon's Clean Fuels Program.

Ecovyst Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Ecovyst results reflect continuing operations for the Ecoservices and Advanced Materials & Catalysts businesses, renamed from Refining Services and Catalysts Technologies, respectively.

Key Points: 
  • Ecovyst results reflect continuing operations for the Ecoservices and Advanced Materials & Catalysts businesses, renamed from Refining Services and Catalysts Technologies, respectively.
  • Sales for the quarter ended December 31, 2023 were $172.8 million, compared to $182.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Fourth quarter 2023 sales for Ecoservices were $141.4 million, compared to $159.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • On Wednesday, February 28, 2024, Ecovyst management will review the fourth quarter results during a conference call and audio-only webcast scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

Compustar Releases New Solution to Stop Car Theft from Relay Attacks

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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SEATTLE, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Firstech, the makers of Compustar and DroneMobile vehicle security solutions, is excited to announce the release of the SPTS-U, a universal accessory for preventing car theft from relay attacks.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Firstech, the makers of Compustar and DroneMobile vehicle security solutions, is excited to announce the release of the SPTS-U, a universal accessory for preventing car theft from relay attacks.
  • Security experts estimate that 96% of vehicles with push-to-start ignitions are vulnerable to relay attacks.
  • With the rising popularity of push-to-start ignitions, car thieves across North America are exploiting a vulnerability with these vehicles through "relay attacks".
  • Firstech's new SPTS-U accessory, also known as "Secure Push-to-Start", directly blocks relay attacks by deactivating the push-to-start button until the driver is authenticated.

KIA EV9 NAMED AMONG LIST OF 2024 PARENTS BEST FAMILY CARS

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PARENTS has recognized the Kia EV9 (best electric 3-row SUV) in its "Best Family Cars" awards for 2024.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PARENTS has recognized the Kia EV9 (best electric 3-row SUV) in its "Best Family Cars" awards for 2024.
  • "PARENTS Best Family Cars awards exemplify Kia's position as a brand that meets the needs of their busy family," said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America.
  • "We're honored to see the EV9 awarded for its technology, capability and comfort for the entire family."
  • PARENTS experts tested over 140 cars total, across categories from a field of new model vehicles.

New Consumer Alert Exposes Deceptive Oil Industry Attack On Governor Newsom

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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"This phony ad claims to be from a group called Californians for Energy Independence," said Consumer Watchdog president Jamie Court.

Key Points: 
  • "This phony ad claims to be from a group called Californians for Energy Independence," said Consumer Watchdog president Jamie Court.
  • Why is Chevron angry at Governor Newsom?
  • "And Chevron doesn't like the law Governor Newsom signed to prevent oil drillers from drilling too close to homes and communities," Court continued.
  • The alert concluded by warning the public, "Governor Newsom is standing up for community health and against gasoline price gouging.