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FordDirect Selects AccuTrade as its Preferred Vehicle Acquisition and Trade and Appraisal Solution For Its 3000+ U.S. Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers to Turn More Cars for More Profit

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Half of the retailers leveraging the AccuTrade solution in the service drive in 2023 at least doubled their volume of service drive appraisals from January to December².

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  • Half of the retailers leveraging the AccuTrade solution in the service drive in 2023 at least doubled their volume of service drive appraisals from January to December².
  • "FordDirect's mission as a trusted partner and resource to our retailers is to work with the best vendors in the market to support the needs of all Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers.
  • "AccuTrade allows dealers to turn vehicle acquisition into a true profit center, ensuring they secure a healthy margin at the point of acquisition with a guaranteed offer backed by Cars Commerce."
  • Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers that are interested in learning more about AccuTrade, can visit the Cars Commerce booth (#3421W) at the 2024 NADA Show in Las Vegas Feb. 2-4 or visit www.carscommerce.inc .

STELLA Automotive AI Partners with FordDirect and the Launch of The Shop

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STELLA Automotive is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with FordDirect, and the launch of The Shop—an innovative e-commerce platform designed exclusively for Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers.  The partnership reflects a commitment to innovation at both companies, and brings a high-demand AI product as a new option to Ford dealers and Lincoln retailers. 

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- STELLA Automotive is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with FordDirect, and the launch of The Shop —an innovative e-commerce platform designed exclusively for Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers.
  • Rich Sands, CEO at STELLA Automotive AI, shared his enthusiasm: "Joining forces with FordDirect for The Shop's launch is a game-changer.
  • The Shop, powered by FordDirect, transforms the dealership experience with a curated online shopping platform.
  • For more information about STELLA Automotive AI, please visit https://www.stellaautomotive.com/

Banuba's Face AR SDK Now Supports VisionOS: Revolutionizing Augmented Reality Experiences

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Monday, January 15, 2024

Banuba, a leading provider of augmented reality (AR) technology, is thrilled to announce that its flagship product Face AR SDK now supports visionOS, a cutting-edge operating system for Apple’s 3D headset.

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  • Banuba, a leading provider of augmented reality (AR) technology, is thrilled to announce that its flagship product Face AR SDK now supports visionOS, a cutting-edge operating system for Apple’s 3D headset.
  • According to Anton Liskevich, Chief Product Officer at Banuba, "We are extremely excited to support VisionOS with our Face AR SDK.
  • This collaboration represents a significant milestone in our mission to deliver innovative AR experiences to users worldwide.
  • Banuba remains committed to pushing the boundaries of augmented reality technology and is excited about the endless possibilities that the integration of its Face AR SDK with VisionOS brings.

Century Communities Announces Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony This January in San Antonio

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Communities, Inc., a top 10 national homebuilder, an industry leader in online home sales, and the highest-ranked homebuilder on Newsweek's list of America's Most Trustworthy Companies 2023— revealed its newest San Antonio community, University Village, is now open for sales. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on January 18, featuring model home tours, complimentary food, and more.

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  • A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on January 18, featuring model home tours, complimentary food, and more.
  • University Village offers a versatile lineup of two-story homes with modern features, including electric car charging ports, 42" Shaker-style cabinets, and stainless-steel appliances.
  • With a location near I-10, the neighborhood offers easy access to major attractions and employment hubs in Northside San Antonio.
  • "We're excited to bring quality new homes to Northside San Antonio," said Eric Runge, San Antonio Division President.

FordDirect opens The Shop, a one-stop e-commerce platform for Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford dealers, Lincoln retailers and Ford Motor Company, announced today the launch of a new e-commerce platform for dealer solutions called The Shop. The Shop is a curated online shopping experience designed for dealers to meet the challenges of operating in the evolving retail automotive business landscape beyond the products and services that FordDirect already provides to dealers. The Shop, powered by FordDirect, will provide dealers with access to vetted vendors that include pre-negotiated prices for products and services that dealerships need. This will help dealers spend less time searching for vendors and negotiating rates and give them a seamless way to learn about offerings and enroll in new solutions for their stores.

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  • DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford dealers, Lincoln retailers and Ford Motor Company, announced today the launch of a new e-commerce platform for dealer solutions called The Shop.
  • The Shop is a curated online shopping experience designed for dealers to meet the challenges of operating in the evolving retail automotive business landscape beyond the products and services that FordDirect already provides to dealers.
  • The Shop, powered by FordDirect, will provide dealers with access to vetted vendors that include pre-negotiated prices for products and services that dealerships need.
  • FordDirect continues to provide innovation that makes a difference to our operation," said Brian Godfrey, President, Pat Milliken Ford and FordDirect Board Chair.

Blue Zone Planet Installs the GroupBy AI Search & Discovery Shopify App to Improve their Digital Customer Experience and Product Findability

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Sunday, January 14, 2024

GroupBy Inc. , a SaaS-based eCommerce search and product discovery leader, is thrilled to announce the successful implementation of the GroupBy AI Search & Discovery Shopify app with Blue Zone Planet .

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  • GroupBy Inc. , a SaaS-based eCommerce search and product discovery leader, is thrilled to announce the successful implementation of the GroupBy AI Search & Discovery Shopify app with Blue Zone Planet .
  • This application will allow Blue Zone Planet to create the most relevant search experience for their shoppers by tapping into revolutionary AI-first technology that maximizes sales and revenue.
  • In the short time since the GroupBy AI Search and Discovery app has been launched on their site, Blue Zone Planet has seen improved search relevance and faster results.
  • Shopify retailers can now gain access to the most modern and revolutionary search experience with a 30-day free trial of the GroupBy AI Search & Discovery App to experience search - like never before.

Defense Derby’s January Update Brings New Blacksmith Unit

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Friday, December 29, 2023

RisingWings , a creative studio of KRAFTON, Inc. , released its January update for the popular real-time PvP tower defense mobile game, Defense Derby .

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  • RisingWings , a creative studio of KRAFTON, Inc. , released its January update for the popular real-time PvP tower defense mobile game, Defense Derby .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231228541981/en/
    Defense Derby reveals the Blacksmith unit on the January update (Graphic: KRAFTON, Inc.)
    This update brings in the Blacksmith, a new physical-type human faction unit.
  • As a splash damage unit, the Blacksmith excels against groups of monsters and provides valuable support to heroes.
  • The Derby Brawl - Blacksmith Mirror Match, featuring this new unit, is available until January 11.

CIM Group Brings Luxury Watch Manufacturer A. Lange & Söhne to The Shops at Tribune Tower

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

CIM Group announced today that it has signed German luxury watch manufacturer A. Lange & Söhne to a long-term lease for 1,409 square feet of retail space at The Shops at Tribune Tower in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • CIM Group announced today that it has signed German luxury watch manufacturer A. Lange & Söhne to a long-term lease for 1,409 square feet of retail space at The Shops at Tribune Tower in Chicago, Illinois.
  • CIM Group controls approximately 60,000 square feet of flexible retail space on Michigan Avenue with its Tribune Tower and 444 N. Michigan Ave. properties.
  • The Shops at Tribune Tower consists of 50,000 square feet of retail spaces that anchor the ground floor of the iconic 36-story, 740,000-square-foot Neo-Gothic Tribune Tower, which has been transformed into 162 luxury residential condominiums by CIM Group and Golub & Company.
  • In addition to the retailers at The Shops at Tribune Tower, CIM Group brought Coach and HOKA to 444 N. Michigan Ave., the 36-story, 517,000-square-foot Class A office building across the street.

A.J. Rose Carpets & Flooring Unveils State-of-the-Art Showroom in Needham, MA

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023

NEEDHAM, Mass., Dec. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A.J. Rose Carpets & Flooring, a trusted name in the flooring industry with over four decades of experience, proudly announces the grand opening of its newest showroom in Needham, Massachusetts. Strategically situated at 120 Highland Ave., adjacent to Panera Bread, this spacious 2,200-square-foot facility promises an unparalleled flooring shopping experience.

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  • Rose Carpets & Flooring, a trusted name in the flooring industry with over four decades of experience, proudly announces the grand opening of its newest showroom in Needham, Massachusetts.
  • Rose Carpets & Flooring, a trusted name in the flooring industry with over four decades of experience, proudly announces the grand opening of its newest showroom in Needham, Massachusetts.
  • Rose Carpets & Flooring in Needham welcomes you to experience the latest trends and innovations in flooring.
  • Rose Carpets & Flooring invites the community to visit the new Needham showroom and discover the perfect flooring solution.

High Tide Opens 160th Canna Cabana Location, the First on Tsuut'ina Nation

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

This opening will mark High Tide's 160th Canna Cabana branded retail cannabis location in Canada, the 78th in the province of Alberta and the first Canna Cabana on the Tsuut'ina Nation.

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  • This opening will mark High Tide's 160th Canna Cabana branded retail cannabis location in Canada, the 78th in the province of Alberta and the first Canna Cabana on the Tsuut'ina Nation.
  • "I am excited to announce the opening of the 160th Canna Cabana store in Canada and the first of our flagship retail cannabis stores on the Tsuut'ina Nation.
  • Coupled with strong anchor tenants and few competitors, this Canna Cabana is well positioned to become a high revenue store," said Raj Grover, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of High Tide.
  • "I would like to thank the Tsuut'ina Nation and the Taza Development group for welcoming the Canna Cabana brand into this exciting new development.