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Bank of America Hosts Virtual Electric Vehicle Show, Premiering September 9, 2022

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of America will host its second annual virtual electric vehicle show, an online convention center experience premiering on World Electric Vehicle Day - September 9, 2022 - and featuring presentations by auto industry leaders, manufacturers, and electric vehicle experts. The event, entitled "EVolution," offers the public the opportunity to gain timely insight about design trends, car features, charging, financing, and sustainability.

Key Points: 
  • In 2021, Bank of America set a goal to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in financing activities, operations and supply chain before 2050.
  • Bank of America offers industry-leading support to approximately 3 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services.
  • Bank of America Corporation stock(NYSE: BAC)is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
  • For more Bank of America news, including dividend announcements and other important information, visit the Bank of America newsroom and register for news email alerts .

Chicago Social Media Agency Fresh Content Society and PEAK Auto Feature Top Auto Influencers in New YouTube Campaign "Rumble In The Ozarks"

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

The custom PEAK Auto-sponsored video includes exclusive challenges amongst the racers and is a part of a fan-favorite branded content series by Fresh Content Society and PEAK.

Key Points: 
  • The custom PEAK Auto-sponsored video includes exclusive challenges amongst the racers and is a part of a fan-favorite branded content series by Fresh Content Society and PEAK.
  • "For a brand like PEAK Auto, we have to think outside the box when developing social content," said Scott Emalfarb, CEO and founder of Fresh Content Society.
  • In a world that's increasingly powered by paid media, Fresh Content Society specializes in organic social media views, impressions, and engagements.
  • Fresh Content Society (FCS) is an award-winning Chicago-based social media management company of 10 full-time social media professionals.

Introducing Sapphire: The Pinnacle of Electric Performance

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Friday, August 19, 2022

NEWARK, Calif., Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), setting new standards with the longest-range, fastest-charging electric car on the market with the award-winning Lucid Air, today introduced Sapphire, Lucid's new ultra-high-performance brand, led by the new Lucid Air Sapphire – the world's first fully electric luxury super-sports sedan.

Key Points: 
  • Sapphire represents the pinnacle of electric performance; finally achieving the performance that I've so long searched for.
  • "With three state-of-the-art electric motors all developed and manufactured in-house by Lucid Lucid Air Sapphire reaches an entirely new level of performance," said Eric Bach, SVP of Product and Chief Engineer, Lucid Group.
  • As expected, Lucid Air Sapphire's three-motor powertrain delivers even more horsepower than the car's dual-motor siblings, including the 1,050-hp Lucid Air Grand Touring Performance.
  • Additionally, massive carbon ceramic disc brakes come as standard, endowing Air Sapphire with a stopping power to match its prodigious performance.

DELOREAN'S GULLWING DOORS RETURN AFTER 40 YEARS

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DeLorean Motors Reimagined's Alpha5 took the stage today during the 71st Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the world's premier celebration of the automobile.

Key Points: 
  • Crafted in partnership with Italdesign,the all-electric, 2+2 vehicle maintains the signature gullwing doors, classic rear louvers and three-layered taillights.
  • The design process also included the utilization of uncovered archives and representations of automotive design over the last 40 years to develop three generational concept vehicles that precede the Alpha5.
  • The generational vehicles include the Alpha2 roadster representing 1996, Alpha3 luxury sedan representing 2006 and the Alpha4 SUV powered by hydrogen representing 2013.
  • In addition to unveiling the Alpha5, DeLorean Motors Reimagined showcased the three concept cars at Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance.

DELOREAN'S GULLWING DOORS RETURN AFTER 40 YEARS

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Thursday, August 18, 2022

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DeLorean Motors Reimagined's Alpha5 took the stage today during the 71st Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the world's premier celebration of the automobile.

Key Points: 
  • Crafted in partnership with Italdesign,the all-electric, 2+2 vehicle maintains the signature gullwing doors, classic rear louvers and three-layered taillights.
  • The design process also included the utilization of uncovered archives and representations of automotive design over the last 40 years to develop three generational concept vehicles that precede the Alpha5.
  • The generational vehicles include the Alpha2 roadster representing 1996, Alpha3 luxury sedan representing 2006 and the Alpha4 SUV powered by hydrogen representing 2013.
  • In addition to unveiling the Alpha5, DeLorean Motors Reimagined showcased the three concept cars at Pebble Beach Concours d' Elegance.

Lucid Air Shows Its Darker Side with Introduction of New "Stealth Look"

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Monday, August 8, 2022

NEWARK, Calif., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), setting new standards with the longest-range, fastest-charging electric car on the market with the award-winning Lucid Air, today announced Stealth Look, a new optional exterior design theme for Lucid Air with a darker and overtly sporting personality.

Key Points: 
  • Stealth Look will be available as an option for Air Grand Touring Performance, Air Grand Touring, and Air Touring.
  • Stealth Look darkly redefines the nature of Lucid Air, with changes to 35 components on the exterior of the vehicle with dramatic effect.
  • Customers will be able to configure a Lucid Air with Stealth Look using the "Design Yours" Configurator starting Wednesday, August 10.
  • Each one-to-one tour allows plenty of time for questions and offers an incredible 360 look at Lucid Air.

GENESIS GIVES DONATES $50,000 TO SUPPORT STEM EDUCATION IN ALABAMA

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Friday, August 5, 2022

Alabama State University (ASU) received $25,000 and the East Coast Chapter Tuskegee Airmen Inc. (ECCTAI) received a $25,000 donation from Genesis Gives.

Key Points: 
  • Alabama State University (ASU) received $25,000 and the East Coast Chapter Tuskegee Airmen Inc. (ECCTAI) received a $25,000 donation from Genesis Gives.
  • "Genesis recognizes the impact STEM and STEAM education have on cultivating a lifelong love of learning among the next generation of students," said Brandon Ramirez, director, corporate social responsibility and external relations, Genesis Motor North America.
  • "Genesis Gives is committed to investing in and providing opportunities for the future workforce in all communities."
  • Genesis Gives provides STEAM scholarships to support learning in the areas of sciences, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.

AT&T and Warner Bros. Discovery Announce Distribution Agreement for HBO Max

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

Discovery today announced an agreement that will allow AT&T to continue to offer internet and mobility customers access to HBO Maxs portfolio of original programming and series.

Key Points: 
  • Discovery today announced an agreement that will allow AT&T to continue to offer internet and mobility customers access to HBO Maxs portfolio of original programming and series.
  • This adjusted agreement represents an important step in positioning both AT&T and Warner Bros.
  • AT&T continues to be an important partner and we are thrilled that HBO Max will continue to be part of AT&T internet and mobility plans, said Scott Miller, Executive Vice President, Distribution, Warner Bros.
  • Discovery inspires, informs and entertains audiences worldwide through its iconic brands and products including: Discovery Channel, discovery+, CNN, DC, Eurosport, HBO, HBO Max, HGTV, Food Network, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Pictures, Warner Bros. Television, Warner Bros. Games, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, Discovery en Espaol, Hogar de HGTV and others.

Lucid Appoints Steven David as Senior Vice President of Operations

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

NEWARK, Calif., Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID), setting new standards with the longest-range, fastest-charging electric car on the market with the award-winning Lucid Air, today announced the appointment of Steven David as Senior Vice President of Operations, reporting directly to Peter Rawlinson, Lucid's CEO and CTO. In this newly created role, Steven will lead operations encompassing supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, and quality. Mr. David brings decades of global experience and operational excellence from companies such as Stellantis and Chrysler, as he joins Lucid to build more efficient and scalable systems enabling the company to ramp production of its award-winning vehicles and expand its business worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • In this newly created role, Steven will lead operations encompassing supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, and quality.
  • "I am delighted to announce that Steven David has joined Lucid as Senior Vice President of Operations," said Peter Rawlinson, Lucid's CEO and CTO.
  • Mr. David will lead operations, including oversight for the expansion of AMP1, as well as future global operations locations.
  • The following leaders will report directly to Mr. David: Peter Hasenkamp, Vice President of Supply Chain; Peter Hochholdinger, Vice President of Manufacturing; Walter Ludwig, Vice President of Global Logistics; and Nic Minbiole, Vice President of Global Quality.

WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY TO REPORT SECOND-QUARTER 2022 RESULTS ON THURSDAY, AUGUST 4

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Bros.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Warner Bros.
  • Discovery, Inc. (the "Company") (Nasdaq: WBD) today announced that it will report its second-quarter 2022 results on Thursday, August 4, 2022, after the market close.
  • ET that same day to discuss the results and provide a Direct-to-Consumer strategy update.
  • Available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Warner Bros.