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Electrify Expo Takes Over Famed F1 Track at Circuit of the Americas for a Weekend Full of Electric Fun Including Tesla, BMW, Ford and 100+ Leading Electric Brands

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Attendees will ride, drive and demo the world's leading electric cars and trucks alongside electric motorcycles, e-bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards and more.

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  • Attendees will ride, drive and demo the world's leading electric cars and trucks alongside electric motorcycles, e-bikes, e-scooters, e-skateboards and more.
  • According to Axios , electric vehicles accounted for 9.3% of monthly new vehicle registrations in the Austin area in January 2023 - up 7% from the previous year.
  • The weekend will feature entertainment, including all types of thrilling demo courses, huge kids zones, music, displays and food.
  • Volkswagen makes its Electrify Expo return with the highly-anticipated ID.Buzz and ID.4 along with other automakers like BMW, Polestar, Porsche and many more.

THOR Industries Named Official RV Partner of Speedway Motorsports

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Monday, October 30, 2023

CONCORD, N.C., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Speedway Motorsports and THOR Industries have announced a new partnership designating the global recreational vehicle company as the "Official RV Partner of Speedway Motorsports."

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  • THOR, the world's largest RV manufacturer, spans nearly 400 operating facilities across six countries and inspires and empowers people to 'Go Everywhere.
  • Through the extensive new partnership, THOR will help deliver exceptional camping experiences to RVers at 15 Speedway Motorsports NASCAR Cup race weekends in 2024, ensuring that NASCAR fans actively enjoy the RV lifestyle.
  • "We are excited to partner with Speedway Motorsports to provide best-in-class camping experiences at their preeminent venues across the country."
  • We are honored to welcome THOR Industries into their first major league sports marketing partnership."

Circuit of The Americas Hosts NASA at Formula 1 USGP

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is hosting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) during the 2023 Formula 1 Lenovo United States Grand Prix.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is hosting the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) during the 2023 Formula 1 Lenovo United States Grand Prix.
  • COTA is thrilled to host NASA during the next phase of its human space exploration mission, the Artemis program.
  • Subject matter experts from astronauts and NASA leadership will also be in attendance to answer fans’ most pressing questions.
  • "As two organizations with a presence felt around the world, but with a base right here in Texas, The Circuit is very excited to have NASA on campus at this year’s USGP.

Electrify Expo Drives EV Adoption in Miami with nearly 20,000 Demo Rides

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Floridians showed up for Electrify Expo’s third year in south Florida making it a huge success for the region’s growing interest in EV adoption.

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  • Floridians showed up for Electrify Expo’s third year in south Florida making it a huge success for the region’s growing interest in EV adoption.
  • From leading automakers to innovators in electric mobility, nearly 20,000 demo rides took place over the weekend offering attendees the opportunity to try before they buy.
  • Volkswagen, Mitsubishi and Porsche also made their Electrify Expo return showcasing their fleet of popular EVs including the Microbus from VW, PHEV Outlander and Taycan.
  • “South Florida is a hot market for EV adoption,” said BJ Birtwell, CEO and founder of Electrify Expo.

Clarins teams up with Modern Luxury to celebrate Austin Formula 1 Grand Prix with an intimate dinner, co-hosted with Kelly Piquet

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Monday, October 23, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International prestige French beauty brand, Clarins, hosted an intimate dinner in Austin, Texas, in partnership with Modern Luxury's newest title launch, Austin Way, to celebrate the Austin Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- International prestige French beauty brand, Clarins, hosted an intimate dinner in Austin, Texas, in partnership with Modern Luxury's newest title launch, Austin Way, to celebrate the Austin Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas.
  • The celebratory dinner was co-hosted with international model Kelly Piquet , daughter of former F1 driver, Nelson Piquet, and partner of three-time Formula One World Champion, Red Bull Racing driver, Max Verstappen.
  • Celebrating an award-winning weekend, the beauty brand honored its newly minted Allure magazine award winners: Double Serum Light Texture and Lip Oils.
  • These symbols of the House's cutting-edge expertise and excellence was paralleled with Formula 1, a combination of sport and technological excellency.

PACSUN MAKES FORMULA 1® DEBUT WITH FASHION ACTIVATION IN AUSTIN FOR THE FORMULA 1 LENOVO UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX 2023

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Monday, October 23, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacsun took the wheel at the FORMULA 1 LENOVO UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX 2023, with its pop-up shop located at the track in Austin for an engaging consumer experience in the heart of the Formula 1® action. In a groundbreaking move for the youth brand, Pacsun outfitted fans in its F1® collection over the weekend, bringing the thrills of the race to the local community, inside the race and beyond.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacsun took the wheel at the FORMULA 1 LENOVO UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX 2023, with its pop-up shop located at the track in Austin for an engaging consumer experience in the heart of the Formula 1® action.
  • The milestone event marked Pacsun's first time selling at a Formula 1® race and with inclusivity at the core of its mission, Pacsun seized the occasion to reach diverse audiences with its merchandise under the partnership, outside of Pacsun stores.
  • Pacsun's commitment to inclusivity took a unique form as the brand launched its F1® and Pacsun branded truck, serving as a mobile pop-up store that traveled and stopped at various locations in Austin.
  • Pacsun experienced incredible sales over the weekend, moving thousands of units, with a particularly high demand for the dedicated Austin styles.

Starlight Children's Foundation and MoneyGram Haas F1 Team Unveil VF-23-Themed Starlight Hospital Gown

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Friday, October 20, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The nonprofit Starlight Children's Foundation and the Kannapolis-based MoneyGram Haas F1 Team are excited to announce the launch of the nationwide distribution of a one-of-a-kind VF-23-themed Starlight Hospital Gown, commencing at St. David's Children's Hospital ahead of the 2023 U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. The custom gown will also be delivered to a children's hospital in Las Vegas the week of the Formula 1® Las Vegas Grand Prix in November.

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  • MoneyGram Haas F1 Team reserve driver Pietro Fittipaldi joined the nonprofit to launch new gown distribution at St. David's Children's Hospital ahead of the U.S. Grand Prix in Austin.
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The nonprofit Starlight Children's Foundation and the Kannapolis-based MoneyGram Haas F1 Team are excited to announce the launch of the nationwide distribution of a one-of-a-kind VF-23-themed Starlight Hospital Gown, commencing at St. David's Children's Hospital ahead of the 2023 U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.
  • On Wednesday, MoneyGram Haas F1 Team official reserve driver Pietro Fittipaldi joined Starlight at St. David's Children's Hospital to distribute gowns and Haas F1 caps to patients and their families.
  • "We are incredibly grateful to the MoneyGram Haas F1 Team and the Gene Haas Foundation for expanding their partnership and developing a one-of-a-kind VF-23-themed Starlight Hospital Gown to help transform hospital stays for children.

MoneyGram and MoneyGram Haas F1 Team Celebrate Anniversary with Commemorative Racing Livery Spotlighting Customers and Fans

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Friday, October 20, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the first anniversary of their partnership and title partnership announcement, MoneyGram International, Inc. ("MoneyGram") and MoneyGram Haas F1 Team ("MGHF1 Team") today unveiled one-of-a-kind commemorative logos that will spotlight the faces of customers and fans on the team cars as they take the track at this weekend's Formula 1 Lenovo United States Grand Prix 2023 in Austin, Texas.

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  • The logos feature the faces of 300 people who use MoneyGram and fans of MoneyGram Haas F1 Team from around the world.
  • MoneyGram and MoneyGram Haas F1 Team curated this stunning addition to the livery to show their appreciation for MoneyGram customers around the world, who trust the organization to handle their financial needs, as well as MGHF1 Team fans who cheer on the team each race weekend.
  • Over the past year, MoneyGram and MoneyGram Haas F1 Team have built a successful strategic partnership, accelerating the strengths of both organizations and their brands.
  • In honor of the occasion, the City of Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson proclaimed October 18, 2023, the official "MoneyGram Haas F1 Team Day" in Dallas.

Firan Technology Group Corporation (“FTG”) Announces Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

For FTG overall sales increased by $13.5M or 58.5% from $23.1M in Q3 2022 to $36.6M in Q3 2023.

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  • For FTG overall sales increased by $13.5M or 58.5% from $23.1M in Q3 2022 to $36.6M in Q3 2023.
  • Increased revenue in Q3 2023 is the result of organic growth, acquisitions and favourable foreign exchange rates.
  • The Circuits segment earnings before interest and income taxes was $2.2M in Q3 2023 as compared to $0.8M in Q3 2022.
  • The Aerospace segment earnings before interest and income taxes was $1.6M in Q3 2023 versus $1.4M in Q3 2022.

Stern Pro Circuit Announces Championship Event and Q4 2023 Tournament Schedule

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

Stern Pinball, Inc. has announced the next lineup of upcoming Stern Pro Circuit tournaments for the remainder of 2023.

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  • Stern Pinball, Inc. has announced the next lineup of upcoming Stern Pro Circuit tournaments for the remainder of 2023.
  • With a massive prize pool, the winner of the Circuit Championship will receive a $5000 cash prize as well a brand new Stern Pinball machine, the Stern Pro Circuit belt, and the title “Stern Pro Circuit Player of the Year”.
  • OBX Flippers Fall Tournament - Flippers Arcade (November 3-5, 2023)
    Annual gathering in the picturesque beachside town of Grandy, North Carolina in the Outer Banks featuring a Stern Pro Circuit Event, Classics Charity Tournament and Women’s Pinball Bash.
  • The Stern Pro Circuit is a series of 20 high-level pinball tournaments held throughout the season culminating in the pinnacle event, the Stern Pro Circuit Championship, featuring the top 32 ranked players.