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Corvette E-Ray with Carbon Revolution Wheels Wins The Drive’s Best Performance Car of 2023 Award

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

The 2024 E-Ray marks the first time a General Motors hybrid electric product has used Carbon Revolution’s class-leading carbon fiber wheels.

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  • The 2024 E-Ray marks the first time a General Motors hybrid electric product has used Carbon Revolution’s class-leading carbon fiber wheels.
  • “The General Motors Corvette Z06 and ZR1 have been some of Carbon Revolution’s most successful high-volume programs.
  • We expect that given the recent performance awards for the E-Ray, this program will continue the trend of success,” said Jake Dingle, CEO of Carbon Revolution.
  • The E-Ray’s optional five-spoke carbon fiber wheels, made by Carbon Revolution, cut 41 pounds from the Corvette’s unsprung, rotational curb weight compared with the forged aluminum option.

TrueBlue's Centerline Drivers Announces Drive It Forward Scholarship Winner

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

TACOMA, Wash., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI), a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions, and Centerline Drivers, a TrueBlue company and the nation's most experienced, reliable and respected partner in the transportation business, are proud to announce the winner of the second annual Drive It Forward Scholarship.

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  • TACOMA, Wash., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI), a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions, and Centerline Drivers, a TrueBlue company and the nation's most experienced, reliable and respected partner in the transportation business, are proud to announce the winner of the second annual Drive It Forward Scholarship.
  • "The Drive It Forward scholarship exemplifies the core tenets of Centerline and our mission to connect people with meaningful work," said Jill Quinn, President of Centerline Drivers.
  • The Drive It Forward Scholarship pays tribute to Sheila Castaneda, a pivotal figure within the Centerline Drivers leadership team and a passionate advocate of women in trucking.
  • Ms. Gregory is the second winner of Centerline Drivers' Drive It Forward Scholarship .

Leading defense news outlet, The War Zone, relaunches as TWZ.com

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

MIAMI, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The leading defense news outlet, The War Zone, today revealed its new domain and upgraded interface. Founded in 2016 by one of the military sector's most influential journalists, Tyler Rogoway, The War Zone has grown into an essential resource for the entire defense industry and national security community. The site, which was originally launched in partnership with The Drive, will now operate as a fully standalone media brand via TWZ.com.

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  • MIAMI, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The leading defense news outlet, The War Zone , today revealed its new domain and upgraded interface.
  • Founded in 2016 by one of the military sector's most influential journalists, Tyler Rogoway , The War Zone has grown into an essential resource for the entire defense industry and national security community.
  • The site, which was originally launched in partnership with The Drive , will now operate as a fully standalone media brand via TWZ.com .
  • "This change will certainly help us better serve our audience and the defense industry at large while helping us reach new readers.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 Named The Drive's Best EV of 2023

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Friday, December 8, 2023

IONIQ 6 Features Ultra-Fast 800-Volt Charging, Up to 361 Miles of EPA-Estimated Rangei

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  • IONIQ 6 Features Ultra-Fast 800-Volt Charging, Up to 361 Miles of EPA-Estimated Rangei
    FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hyundai IONIQ 6 has been named The Best EV of 2023 by The Drive for its compelling mix of performance, practicality, and accessibility.
  • "We're honored to receive The Drive's Best EV Award for the Hyundai IONIQ 6," said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America.
  • "From the bold design to the overall usability to the accessible price point, the IONIQ 6 is the kind of EV we desperately need more of right now.
  • i EPA-estimated 361-mile driving range for 2023 IONIQ 6 SE Long Range RWD; EPA-estimated 316-mile driving range for IONIQ 6 SE AWD.

DUPONT REGISTRY GROUP UNVEILS INNOVATIVE TRANSFORMATION TO ELEVATE THE LUXURY AUTOMOTIVE MARKETPLACE WITH THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF A NEW DIRECTOR OF EDITORIAL AND EVENTS

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

MIAMI, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- duPont REGISTRY Group, the distinguished leader in the exotic and luxury automotive ecosystem, is proud to announce a groundbreaking rebrand that signals a new era of sophistication, innovation, and influence. duPont REGISTRY Group connects passionate buyers and sellers of the world's finest automobiles. This rebrand marks a pivotal moment in its illustrious history.

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  • Today, duPont REGISTRY Group is announcing that Mike Guy is coming on board as Director of Editorial and Events.
  • Mike's deep-rooted passion for cars, along with a distinguished career as an editor and journalist, positions him perfectly to write duPont REGISTRY Group next chapter.
  • This unparalleled history will be amplified with the expansion of the duPont REGISTRY Group, a luxury ecosystem catering to the high-end automotive lifestyle.
  • Building on a legacy of proven success, duPont REGISTRY Group will be the leader in the luxury automotive lifestyle ecosystem.

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.

Beef Checkoff's Producer Communications Efforts Necessary to Shape Current, Future Programs

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Friday, September 29, 2023

DENVER, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Since 1988, beef producers have funded the national Beef Checkoff by paying a mandatory $1 per head on the sale of live domestic and imported cattle, overseen by the Cattlemen's Beef Board (CBB) and the USDA. While the Beef Checkoff has been around for decades, some beef producers have questions about how their dollars are being spent. That's why the Beef Checkoff sets aside a very small percentage of its funds each year for the Producer Communications program.

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  • That's why the Beef Checkoff sets aside a very small percentage of its funds each year for the Producer Communications program.
  • While the Beef Checkoff has been around for decades, some beef producers have questions about how their dollars are being spent.
  • That's why the Beef Checkoff sets aside a very small percentage of its funds each year for the Producer Communications program.
  • The Producer Communications program's goal is to inform producers with operations of all shapes and sizes about how Checkoff dollars are driving beef demand.

INSIGHTEC CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD AND CEO, MAURICE R. FERRÉ TO PRESENT AT 2023 MILKEN INSTITUTE GLOBAL CONFERENCE

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Friday, April 28, 2023

LOS ANGELES, April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Insightec, a global healthcare company dedicated to using focused ultrasound technology to transform patient care, today announced that Maurice R. Ferré MD, the Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO, will be a featured speaker at the 2023 Milken Institute Global Conference in Los Angeles, California on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. PST.  

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  • Dr. Maurice Ferré to join more than 900 leaders in business, government, philanthropy, health, and entertainment for four-day event focused on "Advancing a Thriving World"
    LOS ANGELES, April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Insightec , a global healthcare company dedicated to using focused ultrasound technology to transform patient care, today announced that Maurice R. Ferré MD, the Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO, will be a featured speaker at the 2023 Milken Institute Global Conference in Los Angeles, California on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. PST.
  • Dr. Ferré will join a panel discussion entitled, "The Drive Toward More Non-Invasive Treatments for Patients" to discuss recent advancements in focused ultrasound technology for the treatment of essential tremor , Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders.
  • Additionally, Dr. Ferré will highlight on-going clinical trials where focused ultrasound is combined with novel therapeutics for delivery across the blood brain barrier (BBB) in patients with glioblastoma, metastatic lung cancer, Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's disease, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
  • The conference will run April 30 - May 3 at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, CA.

Car Pros Kia Moreno Valley Honored as Exclusive Member of Kia America's President's Club

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

MORENO VALLEY, Calif., March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Matthew Phillips of Car Pros Kia Moreno Valley, California, and CEO of Car Pros Automotive Group, has been named by Kia America as one of only 40 dealers in the United States to earn a spot in the brand's prestigious President's Club. Car Pros Kia Moreno Valley is one of three Car Pros Kia dealerships to receive the honor this year.

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  • Matthew Phillips, CEO of Car Pros Kia Moreno Valley, recognized for exceptional customer service and sales success, one of three Car Pros Kia dealerships named to President's Club
    MORENO VALLEY, Calif., March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Matthew Phillips of Car Pros Kia Moreno Valley, California, and CEO of Car Pros Automotive Group, has been named by Kia America as one of only 40 dealers in the United States to earn a spot in the brand's prestigious President's Club.
  • Car Pros Kia Moreno Valley is one of three Car Pros Kia dealerships to receive the honor this year.
  • This is the first time that Car Pros Kia Moreno Valley has received President's Club honors, achieved in its first full year of business.
  • In addition, Car Pros Kia Moreno Valley was named 2022 City of Moreno Valley Community Business Member of the Year.

Car Pros Kia Huntington Beach Honored as Exclusive Member of Kia America's President's Club

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Matthew Phillips of Car Pros Kia Huntington Beach has been named by Kia America as one of only 40 dealers in the United States to earn a spot in the brand's prestigious President's Club.

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  • Matthew Phillips, CEO of Car Pros Kia Huntington Beach, recognized for exceptional customer service and sales success; one of three Car Pros Kia dealerships named to President's Club
    HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Matthew Phillips of Car Pros Kia Huntington Beach has been named by Kia America as one of only 40 dealers in the United States to earn a spot in the brand's prestigious President's Club.
  • This is the sixth time that Car Pros Kia Huntington Beach has received President's Club honors, and it is one of three Car Pros Kia dealerships to receive the honor this year.
  • Car Pros opened the Kia dealership in Huntington Beach in August of 2010 and finished 2022 as the #1 Kia Retailer in Orange County, California.
  • "Congratulations to the terrific team at Car Pros Huntington Beach for your sales and customer service leadership in Orange County.