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CHICAGO AUTO SHOW'S WHAT DRIVES HER AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Industry leaders from across the country came together for a discussion & award ceremony at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show.

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  • Industry leaders from across the country came together for a discussion & award ceremony at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show.
  • "It's humbling to see just how What Drives Her has become a cornerstone event of the Chicago Auto Show's Media Preview," said Jennifer Morand, co-founder of the What Drives Her program and general manager of the Chicago Auto Show.
  • Dave Sloan, co-general manager, Chicago Auto Show; president, Chicago Automobile Trade Association, is not just a name associated with the Chicago Auto Show; he is synonymous with dedication, leadership, and innovation.
  • The What Drives Her program and award ceremony was live streamed, on the Chicago Auto Show Facebook page .

Hyundai Receives Seven 2024 Car and Driver Editors' Choice Awards

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

"Receiving seven Editors' Choice awards by Car and Driver further exemplifies Hyundai's commitment to providing the very best products for our customers," said Olabisi Boyle, senior vice president, product planning and mobility strategy, Hyundai Motor North America.

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  • "Receiving seven Editors' Choice awards by Car and Driver further exemplifies Hyundai's commitment to providing the very best products for our customers," said Olabisi Boyle, senior vice president, product planning and mobility strategy, Hyundai Motor North America.
  • "We are deeply gratified to receive such prestigious accolades by Car and Driver, one of the most recognized experts in automotive guidance.
  • Awards like this motivate us to continually pursue excellence in driving dynamics, engineering, and cutting-edge technology."
  • "The Editors' Choice list is a great place to start the search for that perfect ride."

MAZDA RECEIVES CARLINE-WIDE CAR AND DRIVER EDITORS' CHOICE AWARDS

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Mazda CX-90 today was named as Car and Driver Editors' Choice, marking the first year the 3-row crossover SUV has received the award. Along with CX-90, every other current Mazda vehicle sold in the United States returned to the Editors' Choice list for 2024.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Mazda CX-90 today was named as Car and Driver Editors' Choice, marking the first year the 3-row crossover SUV has received the award.
  • Along with CX-90, every other current Mazda vehicle sold in the United States returned to the Editors' Choice list for 2024.
  • All other current Mazda models are returning segment winners who continue to be top picks by Car and Driver.
  • Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario; operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and operations in Colombia are managed by Mazda de Colombia in Bogota, Colombia.

Lucid Air Pure Named to Car and Driver's 10Best List in its First Year of Eligibility

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Sporty and stylish, the Lucid Air Pure RWD boasts an exceptional combination of range, driver-oriented performance, and innovative design.

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  • Sporty and stylish, the Lucid Air Pure RWD boasts an exceptional combination of range, driver-oriented performance, and innovative design.
  • The Lucid Air Pure was named to the 10Best List in its very first year of eligibility.
  • "It is incredibly rewarding to see the Lucid Air Pure honored on the Car and Driver 10Best List," said Andrea Soriani, Vice President of Marketing at Lucid.
  • The Lucid Air Pure RWD is available now from the Lucid Motors website and the Design Yours configurator, or from Lucid's growing network of North American sales studios .

Hyundai IONIQ 5 Wins Spot on Car and Driver's 10Best Trucks and SUVs List for the Second Year in a Row

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

The publication's 10Best list recognizes 2024's best trucks, sport-utility vehicles (SUVs) and crossover vehicles annually.

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  • The publication's 10Best list recognizes 2024's best trucks, sport-utility vehicles (SUVs) and crossover vehicles annually.
  • As a previous winner, IONIQ 5 was invited to defend its spot on the list.
  • This new 10Best honor adds to a long list of awards and accolades for the IONIQ 5 including Car and Driver's 2022 EV of the Year .
  • Full coverage of the Car and Driver 10Best lists can be found in the January issue, available everywhere by December 26, and online at CarandDriver.com here (10Best Cars) and here (10Best Trucks and SUVs).

TrueCar Announces New Partnership with Car and Driver Allowing Millions of Users to Shop for Vehicles on CarandDriver.com

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

The partnership began in August 2023, with TrueCar powering new and used car shopping experiences for CarandDriver.com 's 15 million users.

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  • The partnership began in August 2023, with TrueCar powering new and used car shopping experiences for CarandDriver.com 's 15 million users.
  • Founded in 1955, Car and Driver is the definitive voice for car shoppers and is dedicated to delivering expert content and leading-edge insights on all things related to new, used and pre-owned vehicles.
  • Additionally, the companies will be working closely to expand integrations within other high-intent car buying pages throughout the site.
  • The partnership also enables TrueCar dealers to expand the visibility to their inventory.

78% of Americans Would Consider Renting an EV as a Way to 'Try Before they Buy' According to Verra Mobility Survey

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

MESA, Ariz., June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Verra Mobility Corporation (NASDAQ: VRRM), a leading provider of smart mobility technology solutions, today released a new report, "The State of EVs, 2023 Report on Smart Mobility" on consumer perceptions of electric vehicles (EVs). Verra Mobility polled 2,000 Americans aged 25 and older on their perspective around renting an EV, and views around safety, convenience, and the decision to purchase one in 2023. The survey had many surprising findings including that 78% of Americans would consider renting an EV as a way to 'test drive' the technology before buying.

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  • Verra Mobility polled 2,000 Americans aged 25 and older on their perspective around renting an EV, and views around safety, convenience, and the decision to purchase one in 2023.
  • The survey had many surprising findings including that 78% of Americans would consider renting an EV as a way to 'test drive' the technology before buying.
  • Verra Mobility found that 27% of survey respondents had previously rented an EV (19% for personal use, and 8% for business).
  • "Renting an EV is a helpful way to get drivers more comfortable and alleviate concerns," said Steve Lalla, executive vice president of commercial services at Verra Mobility.

ELECTRIFYING KIA EV6 OFFERS MAKE DRIVING AWARD-WINNING CROSSOVER MORE AFFORDABLE

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Monday, May 15, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia America is making the award-winning EV6 crossover more affordable. From now to July 5, 2023, Kia America is offering a $7,500 EV lease bonus, applied as a capitalized cost reduction, on a lease of a new 2023 EV6 to well-qualified customers. From now until July 5, 2023, well-qualified lessees approved by Kia Finance can lease a 2023 EV6 Wind RWD for $499 a month for 36 months with $4,999 due at lease inception3. Alternatively, for well-qualified buyers, Kia Finance America is offering up to $3,750 in standard-rate finance bonus cash towards the purchase of a new 2023 Kia EV6.

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  • Alternatively, for well-qualified buyers, Kia Finance America is offering up to $3,750 in standard-rate finance bonus cash towards the purchase of a new 2023 Kia EV6.
  • The EV6 also offers a wide array of advanced driver assistance systems9, adding a remarkable level of connectivity and convenience.
  • The electrifying Kia EV6 rocked the EV segment when it went on sale last year, launching Kia's ambitious Plan S strategy to become a leader in sustainable mobility.
  • Most recently, the 576 horsepower 2023 Kia EV6 GT was recognized as World Performance Car of the Year.

NINE KIA MODELS EARN 2023 CAR AND DRIVER EDITORS' CHOICE AWARDS

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nine Kia models were named to the 2023 Car and Driver Editors' Choice Awards list, representing the publication's annual standard of automotive excellence. The winners, all 2023 model year vehicles, include the Sportage, Sorento, Carnival, Niro Hybrid and PHEV, K5, Soul, Rio, and the Car and Driver 10Best-winning EV6 and Telluride (four-time winner). Car and Driver's winning choices were selected from more than 400 models that the editors tested, rated, and ranked across 39 market vehicle segments—from crossover SUVs to electric vehicles and sedans to family-sized vans.

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  • The winning Kia models emphasize style, performance and value across the automaker's world-class portfolio
    IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nine Kia models were named to the 2023 Car and Driver Editors' Choice Awards list, representing the publication's annual standard of automotive excellence.
  • The winners, all 2023 model year vehicles, include the Sportage, Sorento, Carnival, Niro Hybrid and PHEV, K5, Soul, Rio, and the Car and Driver 10Best-winning EV6 and Telluride (four-time winner).
  • "As the Kia brand continues to earn praise from our customers and industry observers alike, we are honored by this latest accolade from the editors of Car and Driver," said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America.
  • This latest honor comes on the heels of the 2023 Kia EV6 and 2023 Kia Telluride being ranked on Car and Driver's coveted 10Best Trucks and SUVs list.

Repeat Winners from Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Jeep® and Ram Brands Earn Prestigious Car and Driver Editors' Choice Award Honors

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

Car and Driver has named eight repeat winners from the Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Jeep® and Ram brands among those vehicles selected for the 2023 edition of the publication's annual Editors' Choice honors.

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  • Car and Driver has named eight repeat winners from the Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Jeep® and Ram brands among those vehicles selected for the 2023 edition of the publication's annual Editors' Choice honors.
  • The 2022 Editors' Choice list includes the premium-performance Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio and Giulia Quadrifoglio, both earning honors for the sixth consecutive year.
  • "Stellantis wins eight of Car and Driver's Editors' Choice Awards, highlighting the company's best products," said Tony Quiroga, Car and Driver editor-in-chief.
  • Founded in 1955, Car and Driver is the definitive voice for car enthusiasts and the trusted guide for in-market car shoppers.