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Hitachi and Penske launch large-scale electric truck charging pilot

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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(Hitachi), Hitachi Energy , and Penske Truck Leasing today announced the launch of a large-scale, centralized electric truck charging solution.

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  • (Hitachi), Hitachi Energy , and Penske Truck Leasing today announced the launch of a large-scale, centralized electric truck charging solution.
  • For this pilot initiative, Hitachi Energy has supplied Penske with its state-of-the-art Grid-eMotion® Fleet EV charging system.
  • The integrated direct current (DC) fast charging solution is designed to scale up and deliver multi-megawatt level charging capabilities, tailored to meet the demanding requirements of truck fleets of varying sizes.
  • Additionally, Hitachi and Penske are exploring AI-based smart charging solutions to optimize vehicle charging processes.

PenFed Credit Union Announces Continued Partnership with Porsche Carrera Cup Series Driver Sabré Cook for the 2024 Season

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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TYSONS, Va., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PenFed Credit Union, the nation's second-largest federal credit union, announced today it will continue to support professional race car driver Sabré Cook as a Gold Level Partner for the 2024 Porsche Carrera North America Cup Series. As part of this partnership, PenFed Credit Union will continue as the Official Credit Union of Sabré Cook Racing and the #37 Porsche Carrera 911 GT3 Cup Car.

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  • TYSONS, Va., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PenFed Credit Union , the nation's second-largest federal credit union, announced today it will continue to support professional race car driver Sabré Cook as a Gold Level Partner for the 2024 Porsche Carrera North America Cup Series.
  • As part of this partnership, PenFed Credit Union will continue as the Official Credit Union of Sabré Cook Racing and the #37 Porsche Carrera 911 GT3 Cup Car.
  • "PenFed thrives in partnering with the best," said PenFed Credit Union President/CEO James Schenck.
  • Cook is one of the top racing drivers and made history last season as the first female driver to race in the Porsche Carrera series.

Pray.com Enters World of INDYCAR with Sting Ray Robb Partnership

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Love, Television, INDYCAR, NTT, Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, FOX, Partnership, NXT, A. J. Foyt, National Religious Broadcasters, Learning, Pray.com, Bible, Firestone, NBC, IndyCar, Music City Grand Prix, Family, Peafowl, NRB, CBS, Prayer

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pray.com, the No. 1 app for prayer and Bible-based audio content, announced today its new partnership with the INDYCAR racing circuit's rising new star Sting Ray Robb for the 2024 season. Pray.com and the young driver – only in his second year and his first as part of the legendary AJ Foyt Racing team – originally connected over their aligned beliefs and goals, sharing a commitment to prayer and a community of growing faith.

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  • 1 app for prayer and Bible-based audio content, announced today its new partnership with the INDYCAR racing circuit's rising new star Sting Ray Robb for the 2024 season.
  • We partnered up with Sting Ray – not only because of his cool name but also because of his testimony," said Pray.com Founder and CEO Steve Gatena.
  • Future aspects of the partnership may include Sting Ray Robb prayer content on Pray.com or devotional projects aimed at helping young people get on track with God.
  • Named after the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, Robb enters his second year in the NTT INDYCAR Series driving a Chevrolet-powered car for the first time.

Stagwell's (STGW) Sport Beach Activation Will Return to Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2024 with Icons Megan Rapinoe, Sue Bird, Carmelo Anthony, Hélio Castroneves, Justin Jefferson and More Confirmed to Attend

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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NEW YORK and CANNES, France, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, unveiled today the initial athlete and brand partners confirmed to activate at Sport Beach 2024 (June 17–20), the flagship sports business destination at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity (Cannes Lions). In 2023, Sport Beach was built for brands, platforms and athletes to tap into the cultural zeitgeist of sport and explore the power of fandom. It was the first time these groups converged at Cannes Lions to explore the dynamic culture of sports business, and to great success – with nearly 40 athletes and drawing over 5,000 people.

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  • Sport Beach 2024, which moves to La Plage du Festival, will build on last year's success at Cannes Lions.
  • As part of this track, Sue and Megan will host a live edition of their podcast "A Touch More" from Sport Beach.
  • These discussions and activations at Sport Beach reflect a broader trend of athletes venturing into entrepreneurship, specifically within lifestyle industries.
  • Justin Jefferson (football) – A renowned NFL wide receiver and budding icon, Justin Jefferson has quickly become a household name.

United Rentals, Through Partnership With RLL Racing, Donates More Than $90,000 to the National Nonprofit SoldierStrong

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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“United Rentals has a long-standing commitment of veteran support, both for our own team members transitioning from service through our Veterans United Employee Resource Group, and through great organizations like SoldierStrong,” said Antwan Houston, Vice President, Tools Region and Veterans United Leader at United Rentals.

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  • “United Rentals has a long-standing commitment of veteran support, both for our own team members transitioning from service through our Veterans United Employee Resource Group, and through great organizations like SoldierStrong,” said Antwan Houston, Vice President, Tools Region and Veterans United Leader at United Rentals.
  • Just as important, United Rentals has called attention to the sacrifices and needs of America’s veterans,” said SoldierStrong co-founder and chairman Chris Meek.
  • “We are incredibly honored that United Rentals supports our efforts and is there for veterans who have given so much.
  • To date, SoldierStrong has donated 30 SoldierSuits and 30 BraveMind systems, valued at more than $5.5 million, to Veterans Affairs medical facilities and individual veterans.

Carvana Announces Continued Partnership with Jimmie Johnson and Legacy Motor Club for Upcoming 2024 NASCAR Season

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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Carvana, an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, today announced the continuation of its partnership with racing legend Jimmie Johnson and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB™ in 2024.

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  • Carvana, an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, today announced the continuation of its partnership with racing legend Jimmie Johnson and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB™ in 2024.
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    Carvana, an industry pioneer for buying and selling used cars online, today announced the continuation of its partnership with racing legend Jimmie Johnson and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB™ in 2024.
  • “I’m so proud to represent Carvana for a second NASCAR season, and our fourth season overall as partners, at some of my favorite races,” said Johnson.
  • Carvana will unveil the Daytona 500 paint scheme before the start of the 2024 season in February.

RingSquared Partners with Driver Nathan Byrd, Byrd Racing

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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MAHWAH, N.J., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RingSquared, a nationwide business voice and data solutions provider and IMSA communications partner, has signed Byrd Racing and driver Nathan Byrd as the first motorsport platform in the RingSquared partnership program.

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  • With four decades of racing success, Byrd Racing joins RingSquared as an official partner
    MAHWAH, N.J., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RingSquared, a nationwide business voice and data solutions provider and IMSA communications partner, has signed Byrd Racing and driver Nathan Byrd as the first motorsport platform in the RingSquared partnership program.
  • "Nathan's dedication and drive to succeed matches RingSquared's, and we look forward to welcoming Nathan and the Byrd Racing team as our newest partner" - Kevin Alward, RingSquared CEO.
  • Led by driver Nathan Byrd, the Byrd Racing team is committed to BE INTERESTING and DO INTERESTING.
  • "I'm excited for the Byrd Racing and RingSquared partnership," adds Nathan Byrd.

Leah Pruett Steps Away From NHRA Competition to Focus on Family, Hall of Fame Racer Tony Stewart to Drive Dodge//SRT Direct Connection NHRA Top Fuel Dragster in 2024

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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Pruett, a fan favorite who has driven almost her entire NHRA pro career under the Dodge and Mopar banner, will continue as a Dodge Direct Connection and Mopar brand ambassador during the 2024 season.

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  • Pruett, a fan favorite who has driven almost her entire NHRA pro career under the Dodge and Mopar banner, will continue as a Dodge Direct Connection and Mopar brand ambassador during the 2024 season.
  • Stewart will make his 2024 Top Fuel driving debut at the season-opening NHRA Gatornationals, March 7-10.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Hall of Fame racer Tony Stewart as the new full-time driver of the Dodge//SRT Direct Connection Top Fuel dragster for the upcoming 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Pro Drag Racing Series," said Tim Kuniskis, Dodge brand chief executive officer – Stellantis.
  • We're extremely excited that Leah will continue next year as an at-track ambassador for our brands.

Acumatica Tees Up Partnership with No. 1 Ranked Women's Golfer Lilia Vu

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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KIRKLAND, Wash., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Acumatica, an industry-leading business solutions provider, today confirmed that it has entered into a sponsorship agreement with the top-ranked LPGA player and No. 1 golfer in the world, Lilia Vu. The partnership deepens the company's ties to and support of women's golf, reflecting Acumatica's dedication to working with the best and fostering a culture of excellence throughout its community. 

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  • 1 golfer in the world , Lilia Vu.
  • Lilia reflects the champion spirit and drive we're dedicated to achieving at Acumatica," said Todd Wells, Chief Marketing Officer of Acumatica.
  • With this sponsorship agreement, Vu joins Jessica Korda as part of the Acumatica LPGA team.
  • "I'm excited to welcome Lilia to the Acumatica team, a community of individuals tirelessly striving for victory and equity across business and sports," said Korda.

MAVTV Original Docuseries "On the Rise" Unveils Four New Episodes Portraying Emerging Young Stars Across Two-Wheel and Four-Wheel Racing

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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The original documentary series delves into the personal journeys of promising young racers across the two-wheel and four-wheel motorsports worlds.

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  • The original documentary series delves into the personal journeys of promising young racers across the two-wheel and four-wheel motorsports worlds.
  • Each episode follows a different driver chasing the dream of competing at the highest level.
  • Gavan Boschele, a prodigious racing talent, is one of the youngest drivers within Team Chevy's driver development program.
  • Julien Beaumer, at just 16 years old, has been making significant strides in the amateur ranks of motocross racing.