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Porsche and ClearMotion Announce a Collaboration to Pioneer Next-Generation of Vehicle Dynamics

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

STUTTGART, Germany and BOSTON, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ClearMotion, the leading software-defined chassis company revolutionizing the in-cabin experience, and Porsche AG have signed a collaboration agreement to work together on the future of vehicle dynamics.

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  • STUTTGART, Germany and BOSTON, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ClearMotion, the leading software-defined chassis company revolutionizing the in-cabin experience, and Porsche AG have signed a collaboration agreement to work together on the future of vehicle dynamics.
  • This collaboration on proactive chassis systems could mark a major step forward in delivering unparalleled vehicle dynamics.
  • Under this agreement, Porsche and ClearMotion will collaborate on both ClearMotion1, a high-bandwidth active suspension technology, and RoadMotion, a road surface fingerprinting software for proactive chassis control.
  • ClearMotion1 works by rapidly adapting a vehicle to the road surface and effectively canceling unwanted motion up to high frequencies.

New Federal Grant to Help Protect Highway 37 from Flooding

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) last week approved a $20 million grant to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission to help the Resilient State Route 37 partners — which include MTC, Caltrans, the California State Transportation Agency, the California Natural Resources Agency, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, the Bay Conservation and Development Commission, the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board, SMART and the county transportation agencies in Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties — implement improvements to reduce the risk of roadway flooding and inundation along the 10-mile stretch of Highway 37 between Sears Point in Sonoma County and Mare Island in Vallejo.

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  • "The FHWA's support shows the Resilient State Route 37 program is not just a Bay Area priority but a national priority," said MTC Chair and Napa County Supervisor Alfredo Pedroza.
  • "This is another important step toward assembling the funding needed to meet the challenges facing this corridor.
  • FHWA awarded the grant through its Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) discretionary grant program, which was established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law enacted in 2021.
  • Resilience improvements designed to increase Highway 37's ability to withstand winter storms and rising sea levels are scheduled to begin in 2026.

Prepare for Spring with Dolinsky Law Group: Weatherproof Driving Safety Tips for Cleveland

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Monday, April 8, 2024

CLEVELAND, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As spring approaches, bringing with it a mix of weather conditions from rain showers to potentially sudden clear skies, Dolinsky Law Group is stepping forward to ensure Cleveland drivers are well-prepared for the season's driving challenges. Known for their dedication to legal excellence and community safety, the firm is sharing essential weatherproof driving safety tips to help motorists navigate spring's unpredictable weather safely and confidently.

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  • Dolinsky Law Group shares vital weatherproof driving safety tips to help Cleveland drivers navigate the unpredictable spring weather safely.
  • Known for their dedication to legal excellence and community safety, the firm is sharing essential weatherproof driving safety tips to help motorists navigate spring's unpredictable weather safely and confidently.
  • Recognizing the importance of preparedness, Dolinsky Law Group offers the following tips to help drivers weatherproof their journey:
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  • Dolinsky Law Group encourages all Cleveland residents to take these tips to heart and prioritize safety while driving this spring.

Hennessey Venom F5 Sets Road Car Lap Record at Circuit of The Americas

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Monday, March 25, 2024

SEALY, Texas, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hennessey Special Vehicles, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer, has set a new road car lap record at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA) with a blistering 2:10.90 lap of the 3.41-mile-long racetrack.

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  • Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution hits 193.10 mph on home circuit in Austin, Texas
    SEALY, Texas, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hennessey Special Vehicles, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer, has set a new road car lap record at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA) with a blistering 2:10.90 lap of the 3.41-mile-long racetrack.
  • Breaking the previous COTA road car lap record* by 0.43 seconds makes the track-focused Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution the fastest ever road-going hypercar around the Texan circuit.
  • Seeing the Venom F5 take the production car lap record at our home circuit has been an important part of our journey with the F5.
  • *The previous COTA production car lap record was set by a Czinger 21C of 2:11.33 on September 23, 2023.

Saia Team Members Recognized as Top Women to Watch

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

“Heather has spent her career working to help Saia grow,” said Executive Vice President of Operations Patrick Sugar.

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  • “Heather has spent her career working to help Saia grow,” said Executive Vice President of Operations Patrick Sugar.
  • “Both Heather and Sarmona go above and beyond to mentor and inspire women at Saia.
  • They have shown such a willingness to share their knowledge and experiences to help other women navigate their professional journeys and achieve their goals,” stated Benton.
  • They work for a broad range of companies including motor carriers, third-party logistics companies, equipment manufacturers, retailer truck dealers, and more.

First partial driving automation safeguard ratings show industry has work to do

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

“We evaluated partial automation systems from BMW, Ford, General Motors, Genesis, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Tesla and Volvo,” IIHS President David Harkey said.

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  • “We evaluated partial automation systems from BMW, Ford, General Motors, Genesis, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Tesla and Volvo,” IIHS President David Harkey said.
  • The GMC Sierra and Nissan Ariya are both available with partial automation systems that earn marginal ratings.
  • “Some drivers may feel that partial automation makes long drives easier, but there is little evidence it makes driving safer,” Harkey said.
  • “These results are worrying, considering how quickly vehicles with these partial automation systems are hitting our roadways,” Harkey said.

FEBRUARY VOLUMES: CONTINUED PICK-UP ACROSS FERRY NETWORK

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

The month’s high organic growth reflects to some extent a relatively low activity level in February 2023.

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  • The month’s high organic growth reflects to some extent a relatively low activity level in February 2023.
  • North Sea volumes were above 2023 driven mainly by an uplift in volumes between the UK and the Netherlands, Germany, and Denmark.
  • Baltic Sea volumes also continued above 2023 despite reduction of capacity between Estonia and Sweden compared to 2023.
  • Ferry – passenger: The number of passengers in February 2024 were 69.9% above 2023 and up 16.0% adjusted for the addition of Strait of Gibraltar routes.

Ancora Issues Letter to Fellow Shareholders Regarding Norfolk Southern’s Failures of Diligence and Poor Judgment in Appointing John Orr as COO

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Friday, April 5, 2024

Ohio-based Ancora Holdings Group, LLC (collectively with its affiliates, “Ancora” or “we”), which owns a large equity stake in Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) (“Norfolk Southern” or the “Company”), today issued the below letter to fellow shareholders regarding the Board of Directors’ (the “Board”) apparent failures of diligence and poor judgment in appointing John Orr as COO.

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  • Ohio-based Ancora Holdings Group, LLC (collectively with its affiliates, “Ancora” or “we”), which owns a large equity stake in Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) (“Norfolk Southern” or the “Company”), today issued the below letter to fellow shareholders regarding the Board of Directors’ (the “Board”) apparent failures of diligence and poor judgment in appointing John Orr as COO.
  • Ancora is a sizable shareholder of Norfolk Southern, meaning our interests and your interests are squarely aligned.
  • The Board and Mr. Shaw provided CPKC with excessive financial and strategic consideration that weakens Norfolk Southern’s long-term competitive positioning.
  • Norfolk Southern operated from a position of desperation, and shareholders and other stakeholders now stand to pay a steep price.

HomeWell Franchising Celebrates 100 Franchise Owners and $100M in Annual System Revenue

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

The completion of this organizational milestone marks 100 unique franchise owners nationwide and the franchise’s first $100 million in annual system revenue.

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  • The completion of this organizational milestone marks 100 unique franchise owners nationwide and the franchise’s first $100 million in annual system revenue.
  • HomeWell Franchising Inc. is a premier franchisor with over 100 franchise owners representing more than 170 territories across the United States.
  • HomeWell has been recognized as a Franchise Business Review Top 100 low-investment franchise, an Inc. 5000 company, and consecutively ranked among the nation’s top franchises in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500®.
  • For more information on HomeWell or to explore franchise opportunities, visit HomeWell Care Services or HomeWell Care Services Franchising .

Best Electric Bikes For Adults (2024): Best Value GOTRAX Electric Bikes & Electric Scooters Reviewed by Compare Before Buying

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

GOTRAX, a leading innovator in electric transportation, has secured the top spot in Compare Before Buying's recent article on the best electric bikes for adults in 2024, with their flagship model, the GOTRAX Tundra .

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  • GOTRAX, a leading innovator in electric transportation, has secured the top spot in Compare Before Buying's recent article on the best electric bikes for adults in 2024, with their flagship model, the GOTRAX Tundra .
  • Best Electric Bike for Adults:
    The GOTRAX Tundra electric bike redefines urban travel with its impressive capabilities.
  • With a focus on performance, versatility, and value, GOTRAX electric bikes and scooters provide riders with reliable, eco-friendly, and enjoyable ways to get around.
  • For more information about the best GOTRAX electric bikes and scooters for adults, visit Compare Before Buying’s review .