Motor vehicles

Kia Canada Announces Highest July Sales in Company History

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Cars, Motor vehicles, Automotive industry, Hyundai Motor Group, Kia, KIA, Terrafirma Dyip, Station wagons, Sedans, Hatchbacks

TORONTO, Aug. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kia Canada today announces record July sales of 8,305 units, marking 6 consecutive months of record-breaking year over year sales for the brand.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kia Canada today announces record July sales of 8,305 units, marking 6 consecutive months of record-breaking year over year sales for the brand.
  • These results contribute to Kia Canadas best ever YTD in history, with 49,575 units sold.
  • Kia also continues to see records set in 2021 for CPO sales with a best-ever July, delivering 714 units.
  • The new face of Kia has arrived and consumers are taking note, said Elias El-Achhab, Vice President and COO at Kia Canada.

North American Light Commercial Vehicle Market Report 2021-2025 - Growth Opportunities with Rising Demand in Last-Mile Delivery & Low Barriers to Entry for a New Players in the Electric LCV Space

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Motor vehicles, LCV, Light commercial vehicle, Chevrolet, Ford Motor Company, Transport, Cars

DUBLIN, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "North American Light Commercial Vehicle Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "North American Light Commercial Vehicle Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The overall light commercial vehicle (LCV) market in North America was at 3.74 million units in 2020 with pickups contributing 88% of those volumes.
  • Ford was the market leader with a 33% market share, followed by Chevrolet and RAM at 21% and 19%, respectively.
  • Over the next 5 years, the LCV market in North America is expected to have a CAGR of 5.8% to 4.95 million units.

North American Light Commercial Vehicle Market Growth Opportunities Report 2021: Market is Expected to Grow to 5 Million Units by 2025, with New Product Development in EVs - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Trucking, Transport, Other Transport, Motor vehicles, Chevrolet, LCV, Ford Motor Company, Light commercial vehicle, Transport, Compound annual growth rate, Cars

The "North American Light Commercial Vehicle Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "North American Light Commercial Vehicle Growth Opportunities" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The overall light commercial vehicle (LCV) market in North America was at 3.74 million units in 2020 with pickups contributing 88% of those volumes.
  • Ford was the market leader with a 33% market share, followed by Chevrolet and RAM at 21% and 19%, respectively.
  • Over the next 5 years, the LCV market in North America is expected to have a CAGR of 5.8% to 4.95 million units.

Ford Mustang Mach-E Sales Grew 15.8 Percent in July, Second Largest in Electric SUV Segment; New Vehicle Launches of F-150 Hybrid, Bronco, Mustang Mach-E Expand Ford’s Competitive Conquest Rate

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Recreational Vehicles, Performance & Special Interest, Off-Road Trucks & SUVs, Motorcycles, Fleet Management, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, General Automotive, Aftermarket, Automotive, Automotive Manufacturing, Other Automotive, Tires & Rubber, Manufacturing, Automotive industry, Transport, Ford Motor Company, Motor vehicles, Car, Henry Ford, Self-driving car, Police vehicles in the United States and Canada, AutoAlliance Thailand

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) today reported its July 2021 U.S. sales results.

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  • Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) today reported its July 2021 U.S. sales results.
  • Ford designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of connected, increasingly electrified passenger and commercial vehicles: Ford trucks, utility vehicles, vans and cars, and Lincoln luxury vehicles.
  • The company is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, connected vehicle services and mobility solutions, including self-driving technology, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company.
  • More information about the company, its products and Ford Motor Credit Company is available at corporate.ford.com .

Fisker and Bridgestone Unite Sustainability Ambitions with Partnership on Groundbreaking Fisker Ocean Electric Vehicle

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Automotive, General Automotive, Automotive Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Performance & Special Interest, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Henrik Fisker, Cars, Car classifications, Motor vehicles, Fisker Karma, Fisker Inc., Bridgestone, Benetti Fisker 50, Tire

Fisker has selected Bridgestone as the exclusive tire partner for the much-anticipated Fisker Ocean all-electric SUV.

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  • Fisker has selected Bridgestone as the exclusive tire partner for the much-anticipated Fisker Ocean all-electric SUV.
  • Fisker has selected Bridgestone as the exclusive tire partner for the much-anticipated Fisker Ocean all-electric SUV.
  • The Fisker Ocean will sit on custom-developed Bridgestone Potenza Sport tires for vehicles sold in Europe and select models sold in North America.
  • Bridgestone will also supply custom-designed Alenza Sport all season tires for Fisker Ocean models sold in North America.

Honda Embraces Long-Term Remote Work Opportunities for U.S. Associates

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Engines, Motor vehicles, Aircraft, Honda, Acura

TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 4,2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda will provide some of its U.S. associates more workplace flexibility by providing long term opportunities to work remotely.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 4,2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda will provide some of its U.S. associates more workplace flexibility by providing long term opportunities to work remotely.
  • Under this new approach, eligible associates will be able to work from home or in satellite locations for all or part of their workweek.
  • Remote work is a critical recruiting and retention tool for the talent Honda needs to achieve its vision of a carbon free and collision free future and expanding life's potential for people everywhere.
  • Today, Honda employs 30,000 associates in America engaged in the development, manufacturing, sales and service support of Honda and Acura automobiles, Honda power equipment, Honda powersports products and the HondaJet advanced light jet.

automotiveMastermind Forms Relationship With FordDirect to Enhance Mastermind for Ford and Lincoln Dealers

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Cars, Motor vehicles, Transport, Pickup trucks, Full-size vehicles, Ford Motor Company, Ford Model T, Lincoln

Ford and Lincoln dealers will enjoy the benefits of seamless billing via the OEM parts and accessory statements, automatic co-op processing and integration with FordDirect CRM.

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  • Ford and Lincoln dealers will enjoy the benefits of seamless billing via the OEM parts and accessory statements, automatic co-op processing and integration with FordDirect CRM.
  • automotiveMastermind will be building additional upcoming data-driven integrations such as incorporating VIN data and AXZ pricing into the Mastermind platform.
  • "Our mission at FordDirect is to help our Ford and Lincoln dealers sell more vehicles.
  • "This new and exciting relationship with FordDirect puts Ford and Lincoln dealers in a great position to capitalize on the innovative technology that Mastermind offers.

Fisker and Bridgestone Unite Sustainability Ambitions with Partnership on Groundbreaking Fisker Ocean Electric Vehicle

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Henrik Fisker, Cars, Car classifications, Motor vehicles, Fisker Inc., Fisker Karma, Bridgestone, Benetti Fisker 50, Tire

Fisker has selected Bridgestone as the exclusive tire partner for the much-anticipated Fisker Ocean all-electric SUV.

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  • Fisker has selected Bridgestone as the exclusive tire partner for the much-anticipated Fisker Ocean all-electric SUV.
  • The Fisker Ocean will make its global debut at the upcoming 2021 Los Angeles Auto Show, with production starting on November 17, 2022.
  • The Fisker Ocean will sit on custom-developed Bridgestone Potenza Sport tires for vehicles sold in Europe and select models sold in North America.
  • Bridgestone will also supply custom-designed Alenza Sport all season tires for Fisker Ocean models sold in North America.

Leading the EV Aftermarket, Mevotech Releases Tesla Model S Replacement Steering And Suspension Parts

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Cars, Motor vehicles, Car classifications, Electric vehicles, Electric vehicle conversion, Sports sedans, Hatchbacks, Tesla Model S, Plug-in hybrid, Hybrid electric vehicle, Nikola Tesla, Tesla, Inc.

Release includes complete front end steering and suspension coverage for the 2020-2012 Tesla Model S.

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  • Release includes complete front end steering and suspension coverage for the 2020-2012 Tesla Model S.
    TORONTO, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Mevotech , a North American market leader in the engineering, design and manufacture of driveline, steering and suspension aftermarket parts, announced today the release of the first-to-market complete front end coverage for the Tesla Model S .
  • "No longer OEM only, Mevotech Supreme Chassis and Control Arms are the premier choice for a comprehensive aftermarket repair alternative on the Tesla Model S EV platform."
  • said Richard Stothers, Vice President Engineering & Research.
  • Mevotech Supreme Chassis and Control Arm extended service life replacement components are also available for PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles), HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicles), and BEV (Battery Electric Vehicles)from:

The Shyft Group's Utilimaster Supports FedEx Express Through Continued Commitment to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital With $46,000 Sponsorship

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Eaton County, Michigan, The Shyft Group, Utilimaster, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Commercial vehicles, Fleet vehicle, Motor vehicles, Automotive industry, Hospitals

"At Utilimaster, we are committed to supporting our clients in their efforts to improve their local communities," said Chad Heminover, President, Fleet Vehicles & Services, The Shyft Group.

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  • "At Utilimaster, we are committed to supporting our clients in their efforts to improve their local communities," said Chad Heminover, President, Fleet Vehicles & Services, The Shyft Group.
  • The funds from this event will help advance the important mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, ensuring no family needs to pay for treatment."
  • This sponsorship is one of the many philanthropic events The Shyft Group supports in the communities where its employees and customers live and work.
  • The Shyft Group is organized into two core business units: Shyft Fleet Vehicles & Services and Shyft Specialty Vehicles.