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Quality Takes a Back Seat to Innovation as Problems Reach a Record High, J.D. Power Finds

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

"The industry is at a major crossroad and the path each manufacturer chooses is paramount for its future.

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  • "The industry is at a major crossroad and the path each manufacturer chooses is paramount for its future.
  • The study is designed to provide manufacturers with information to facilitate the identification of problems and to drive product improvement.
  • While problems with driving experience are flat year over year, quality declines in all other categories.
  • Plant quality awards are based solely on defects and malfunctions and exclude design-related problems.

Global Automotive OEM Telematics Market Report 2023-2027 with Detailed Profiles of 21 Major Car OEMs and their Telematics Propositions

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Monday, June 19, 2023

DUBLIN, June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "The Global Automotive OEM Telematics Market - 8th Edition" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, June 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "The Global Automotive OEM Telematics Market - 8th Edition" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Global Automotive OEM Telematics Market is the foremost source of information about the rapid adoption of car telematics.
  • What are the latest trends in the global car OEM telematics market?
  • High growth of OEM telematics subscribers is anticipated in the next few years as connected car services become ubiquitous in all major car markets.

SUBARU ANNOUNCES PRICING ON 2024 ASCENT 3-ROW SUV

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

CAMDEN, N.J., June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America Inc. today announced pricing on the 2024 Ascent, its award-winning 3-row SUV.

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  • CAMDEN, N.J., June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America Inc. today announced pricing on the 2024 Ascent, its award-winning 3-row SUV.
  • Available in six trim levels – Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Onyx Edition Limited, Limited and Touring – the 2024 Ascent arrives in Subaru retailers this fall.
  • The 2024 Ascent comes standard with the latest version of EyeSight Driver Assist Technology.
  • The Ascent is built at Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA), a Zero-Landfill Facility in Lafayette, Indiana, along with Crosstrek (2.5-liter), Legacy and Outback.

Consumer Attitudes to Tech, Data Sharing and Privacy Impact Likelihood to Adopt Connected Vehicle Services

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

LIVONIA, Mich., June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to a new report from Escalent, a top data analytics and advisory firm, consumers’ attitudes and emotions toward non-vehicle technology, data sharing and data privacy all play a significant role in shaping their need and desire for and likelihood to adopt connected vehicle services.

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  • LIVONIA, Mich., June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to a new report from Escalent, a top data analytics and advisory firm, consumers’ attitudes and emotions toward non-vehicle technology, data sharing and data privacy all play a significant role in shaping their need and desire for and likelihood to adopt connected vehicle services.
  • Consumers spend 95% of their time away from the vehicle and, as such, the tech brands and devices they use, the services they subscribe to, and their attitudes toward data sharing and privacy outside of the vehicle are shaping the decisions they make inside the vehicle.
  • “By 2030, connected vehicle services revenue will be a $400 billion marketplace, growing from $60 billion in 2020,” said Richard Clarke, vice president with the Automotive & Mobility practice at Escalent.
  • “There is clearly an appetite for in-vehicle connected services and functions for many consumers, resulting in a great opportunity for automotive and tech companies to integrate connected features and functionality into the vehicle.

2024 Mazda3: Pricing and Packaging

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations is kicking off its 2024 model year line-up announcements with updates to the Mazda3. Available as a sedan or hatchback, the Mazda3 offers customers a compact car with engaging driving dynamics and a sophisticated design. Hatchback models will arrive at dealerships this summer, followed by sedan models in the fall.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations is kicking off its 2024 model year line-up announcements with updates to the Mazda3.
  • The 2024 Mazda3 is available in multiple packaging options allowing owners to choose the vehicle that best fits their day-to-day lives and driving preferences.
  • Updated for 2024, Mazda3 Carbon Edition models now feature wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, as well as Qi wireless phone charging.
  • MSRP3 FOR THE 2024 MAZDA3 IS AS FOLLOWS:

HARMAN Receives 2022 ISG Digital Case Study Award for Transforming Domino’s Pizza Group’s Digital Experience

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

The award focuses on HARMAN’s work in enhancing and transforming Domino’s Pizza Group’s (DPG) eCommerce technology platforms and operations.

Key Points: 
  • The award focuses on HARMAN’s work in enhancing and transforming Domino’s Pizza Group’s (DPG) eCommerce technology platforms and operations.
  • DPG saw greater optimization of its full-time workforce, with HARMAN saving the company hundreds of hours in intensive labor allocation.
  • “We are honored for this ISG award, acknowledging our digital services work for Domino’s Pizza Group, which will help them succeed in a highly competitive marketplace,” said Nick Parrotta, President – Digital Transformation Solutions & Chief Digital and Information officer (CDIO) at HARMAN.
  • The top case studies were chosen from a record number of global provider submissions—more than 320 best-in-class digital transformation work enterprise use cases.

KIA K5 NAMED AMONG LIST OF 2023 BEST CARS FOR TEENS BY U.S. NEWS AND WORLD REPORT

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report has awarded the 2023 Kia K5 "Best Car for Teens $25K to $30K." These awards recognize vehicles that score well in dependability, reliability, crash prevention, and available features, which are all factors parents may consider while shopping for a vehicle for their teen driver.   

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  • IRVINE, Calif., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report has awarded the 2023 Kia K5 " Best Car for Teens $25K to $30K ."
  • "We are honored the K5 has been recognized as one of the best cars for teens – it rightfully belongs on this list with its modern styling and long list of available features and technology at an affordable price point."
  • "A strong predicted reliability rating and a lengthy powertrain warranty give the K5 an edge when it comes to dependability.
  • Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands.

Jeep® Brand Announces Starting Prices for 2024 Wrangler Lineup: More Capability, Advanced Technology, More Refinement

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

The latest evolution of the world's most off-road capable and most iconic SUV adds greater capability, new technology, advanced safety features and more refinement, all while staying true to the Wrangler formula and delivering the freedom to go anywhere and do anything.

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  • The latest evolution of the world's most off-road capable and most iconic SUV adds greater capability, new technology, advanced safety features and more refinement, all while staying true to the Wrangler formula and delivering the freedom to go anywhere and do anything.
  • New for the 2024 model year, the Jeep brand is taking the Wrangler Rubicon capability to new heights with its first full-float Dana rear axle, new available factory Warn winch and increased 5,000-pound best-in-class tow capability.
  • "With the new 2024 Jeep Wrangler, we're continuing to raise the bar of Wrangler's unmatched and legendary 4x4 capability," said Jim Morrison, senior vice president, Jeep brand North America.
  • Pricing for the new 2024 Jeep Wrangler:

Webex by Cisco Delivers First App for Hybrid Work to Audi Vehicles

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

SAN JOSE, Calif., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cisco and Audi today unveiled plans to enhance mobile car collaboration experiences for hybrid workers. In partnership with Volkswagen Group's software company CARIAD and Samsung subsidiary HARMAN, Webex will be the first app for hybrid work available in select Audi models as of the 2024 model year.

Key Points: 
  • Webex will be the first collaboration app to come to select Audi 2024 model year vehicles, equipping vehicles with Meetings capabilities for seamless collaboration.
  • SAN JOSE, Calif., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cisco and Audi today unveiled plans to enhance mobile car collaboration experiences for hybrid workers.
  • In partnership with Volkswagen Group's software company CARIAD and Samsung subsidiary HARMAN, Webex will be the first app for hybrid work available in select Audi models as of the 2024 model year.
  • As hybrid work continues to evolve, the modern work environment is no longer confined to a single space or device.

Sky News Launches International Audio Service to Provide Non-Stop News Programming for Those on the Go

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Priya Sahathevan, Director of Commercial & Business Development, Sky News, said: “We know that audio is increasingly important to our news audiences.

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  • Priya Sahathevan, Director of Commercial & Business Development, Sky News, said: “We know that audio is increasingly important to our news audiences.
  • This audio partnership with TuneIn offers Sky News audiences yet another way to access our award-winning journalism, keeping them connected to what is happening, wherever they are.
  • To find out more about the Sky News audio stream visit: skynews.com/audio
    TuneIn is globally accessible in 100+ countries and has over 75 million monthly active users.
  • To learn more about TuneIn and its Sky News integration visit us at tunein.com/skynews .