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Mazda Joins Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

HIROSHIMA, Japan, Mar 29, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - The Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels (Research Association) and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) are pleased to announce Mazda's participation as a full member of the association.

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  • HIROSHIMA, Japan, Mar 29, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - The Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels (Research Association) and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) are pleased to announce Mazda's participation as a full member of the association.
  • The Research Association promotes technological research on the use of biomass as well as efficient production of bioethanol fuel for automobiles to realize a carbon-neutral society.
  • Hiroyuki Yamashita, Senior Principal Engineer responsible for technological research at Mazda, said, "We are very honored to have received this invitation from the Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels.
  • In addition, Koichi Nakata, Chairman of the Board of the Research Association of Biomass Innovation for Next Generation Automobile Fuels, stated, "Carbon neutral fuels are a leading energy option for realizing a carbon neutral society.

Digitate Boosts its SaaS Platform for Autonomous IT and Business Operations with New Multi-Cloud Offerings and Expanded AI Capabilities

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

“Our core belief is that an autonomous enterprise driving agility and resiliency through intelligence and predictability is critical in delivering business outcomes and providing an unrivaled customer experience.

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  • “Our core belief is that an autonomous enterprise driving agility and resiliency through intelligence and predictability is critical in delivering business outcomes and providing an unrivaled customer experience.
  • We look forward to taking our approach to proactive and predictive problem-solving to the next level and enhancing the resiliency of our business."
  • The new release advances the autonomous enterprise, leveraging AI, ML, and automation to eliminate the need for most human intervention in technology operations.
  • Simplified user experience through an intuitive user interface, effectiveness reports, and remote execution of remediation actions on end-user devices.

Stifel Expands Partnership with U.S. Ski & Snowboard to Include Naming Rights of Stifel U.S. Ski Team

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Ski & Snowboard announced today the expansion of its partnership with Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE:SF) to become the official Team Naming Partner of all of the ski teams under the U.S.

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  • Ski & Snowboard announced today the expansion of its partnership with Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE:SF) to become the official Team Naming Partner of all of the ski teams under the U.S.
  • In addition to their title sponsorship of the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team, which was established in October 2022, the global wealth management and investment banking firm will now be the title sponsor of the Stifel U.S. Cross Country Ski Team, Stifel U.S. Freestyle Ski Team and Stifel U.S. Freeski Team.
  • Ski Series.”
    “We’re thrilled to expand our partnership with Stifel across all of our ski teams,” said President and CEO of U.S.
  • “We are very excited to expand our partnership across every ski team and their specific disciplines.

Injured Police Officer Receives Life-Changing Donation of Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Indiana police officer Dustin Moody was paralyzed in a terrible line-of-duty crash in June 2022 while trying to get an impaired driver off the streets. Since then, he has fought through extensive rehabilitation to get back to his wife Emily and their two beautiful kids, but they still had many obstacles to overcome to return to a normal life, including needing a wheelchair-accessible van, modifications to their home, and the loss of Emily's income as a teacher as she focuses on being home to assist him and to care for their two beautiful children during his recovery process.

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  • BraunAbility, Carver Toyota and Superior Van and Mobility joined fellow Hoosiers to gift an accessible vehicle to a police officer who was paralyzed in the line of duty.
  • INDIANAPOLIS, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Indiana police officer Dustin Moody was paralyzed in a terrible line-of-duty crash in June 2022 while trying to get an impaired driver off the streets.
  • On March 28th at Superior Van & Mobility on the south side of Indianapolis, Officer Moody and his family were presented with a new modified van.
  • Installation of Q-Straint retractable belts will ensure Officer Moody's wheelchair is secure while he's in the vehicle.

U.S. News Announces the 2023 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

WASHINGTON, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2023 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars. U.S. News evaluated 107 vehicles and named winners across nine categories.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2023 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars .
  • The 2023 Lexus ES Hybrid won the award for Best Luxury Hybrid for the second year in a row, while the 2023 Lexus NX Hybrid won the Best Luxury Plug-In Hybrid award.
  • The 2023 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid was again awarded Best Plug-In Hybrid, the 2023 Toyota Prius was recognized as the Best Hybrid Car, and the 2023 Lucid Air was named the Best Luxury Electric Car.
  • The 2023 Best Best Hybrid and Electric Cars:

Standard Motor Products' ABS Sensors Line Expands

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

NEW YORK, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) continues to expand its line of ABS Speed Sensors for import and domestic vehicles.

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  • NEW YORK, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) continues to expand its line of ABS Speed Sensors for import and domestic vehicles.
  • It is widely known that the quality and performance of ABS sensors affect how long it takes a vehicle to stop, but with technology evolving, ABS sensors are being asked to do more.
  • Standard® offers more than 2,600 ABS Sensors fitting import and domestic vehicles.
  • All Standard® ABS Sensors are listed in the catalog found at StandardBrand.com , and in electronic catalog providers.

Atlanta Motorsports Park Becomes First Race Track to Install Level 3 Fast Chargers for High Performance EVs

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

In partnership with Indigo Energy, AMP has become the first race track in the USA to install five brand-new Autel MaxiCharger DC Fast Level 3 Chargers.

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  • In partnership with Indigo Energy, AMP has become the first race track in the USA to install five brand-new Autel MaxiCharger DC Fast Level 3 Chargers.
  • Currently we have three EV technology companies at Atlanta Motorsports Park and installing level three chargers crystallizes our commitment to this tech."
  • Located close to member garages, the five Autel MaxiCharger DC Fast charging stations provide ease-of-access when both coming to and getting off the track.
  • Racing and motorsports have had a storied history in Dawson County — from Lloyd Seay and Roy Hall to the Elliots.

Cox Automotive Forecast: An Upside Surprise Expected for U.S. Auto Sales in Q1 2023

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

New-vehicle inventory levels significantly improved from Q1 2022, helping stimulate sales despite elevated prices and high auto loan rates.

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  • New-vehicle inventory levels significantly improved from Q1 2022, helping stimulate sales despite elevated prices and high auto loan rates.
  • ATLANTA, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Automotive, the world's largest automotive services and technology provider, forecasts new-vehicle sales volume in Q1 will increase by nearly 6% year over year, reaching 3.5 million units.
  • Sales volume in March, the final month of Q1, is expected to be near 1.30 million, an increase of 2.6% from March 2022.
  • Cox Automotive forecasts new-vehicle sales volume in the U.S. to increase by nearly 6% year over year in Q1.

Kaizen Analytix Strengthens Executive Team with Several Key Promotions

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

ATLANTA, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaizen Analytix LLC, a leading provider of data, analytics, and technology solutions, today announced the promotions of Matt Bolton, Bobby Falconer, Sujit Singh, and Jay Velayutham to Associate Partner roles to support the company's continued growth and client success. 

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  • Matt Bolton joined Kaizen in 2021 as Director of Technology Services and will now serve in an Associate Partnership role as Kaizen's Head of Technology.
  • Sujit Singh is a proven technology leader and advisor and has served as Senior Director of Technology Services at Kaizen since 2020.
  • Prior to joining Kaizen, Velayutham worked at Toyota Motor North America, Toyota Engineering and Manufacturing, and Navistar.
  • "All these individuals have significantly contributed to our success over the years and we congratulate them on these well-deserved promotions," said Krishna Arangode, CEO at Kaizen Analytix.

Melville Family Foundation Welcomes Five New Board of Directors Members

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

DALLAS, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Melville Family Foundation (MFF), a nonprofit based in Dallas dedicated to helping families achieve food security, academic excellence and economic stability, is welcoming five new members to its board of directors.

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  • DALLAS, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Melville Family Foundation (MFF), a nonprofit based in Dallas dedicated to helping families achieve food security, academic excellence and economic stability, is welcoming five new members to its board of directors.
  • The five new board members are:
    Adrienne A. Mosley is Vice President and Deputy General Counsel of PepsiCo Food North America.
  • In 2022, the foundation served 487 families and more than 1,600 individual family members.
  • Each quarter, the foundation partners with the North Texas Food Bank to offer a health and wellness event where free fresh produce is given to each family.