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Toyota Recalls Prius and Prius v vehicles

Toyota Recalls Prius and Prius v vehicles

Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain 2013-2015 Model Year Prius and 2014 – 2017 Model Year Prius v in the United States. Approximately 267,000 vehicles are involved in this recall. ... Continue reading

J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Initial Quality Study Ranks Hyundai Tucson and Veloster Tops in their Segments + Complete Ratings Index

J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Initial Quality Study Ranks Hyundai Tucson and Veloster Tops in their Segments + Complete Ratings Index

The J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS) ranked Hyundai Tucson as the best compact SUV in initial quality today. The Hyundai Veloster also earned the top score in the compact sporty car vehicle segment. ... Continue reading

ABMS Announces New Board of Directors, Members and Officers

ABMS Announces New Board of Directors, Members and Officers

CHICAGO, June 24, 2020 -- The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), the leading not-for-profit organization overseeing physician certification in the United States, is pleased to announce the election of Larry A. Green, MD, as the 38th Chair of its Board of Directors (BOD) at the ABMS BOD meeting held June 18. ... Continue reading

Automotive Glass Market Revenue to Surpass USD 11 Bn by 2026: Global Market Insights, Inc.

Automotive Glass Market Revenue to Surpass USD 11 Bn by 2026: Global Market Insights, Inc.

SELBYVILLE, Delaware, June 24, 2020 -- The automotive glass market valuation is expected to cross USD 11 billion by 2026. Increasing development of glass offering superior resistance properties will drive the industry growth. ... Continue reading

Axia Women's Health Expands Midwest Presence

Axia Women's Health Expands Midwest Presence

CINCINNATI, June 24, 2020 -- Seven Hills Women's Health Centers, a leader in women's healthcare with 20 locations in the Greater Cincinnati region, has joined Axia Women's Health. This addition allows Axia Women's Health to extend its fast-growing portfolio of services into both Ohio and Kentucky, while continuing to l ... Continue reading

BAE Systems Selected by New York City to Provide Hundreds of Electric Hybrid Propulsion Systems for Transit Buses to Help Reduce Transportation Emissions

BAE Systems Selected by New York City to Provide Hundreds of Electric Hybrid Propulsion Systems for Transit Buses to Help Reduce Transportation Emissions

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail BAE Systems has been selected to supply hundreds of electric hybrid power and propulsion systems for transit buses in New York City. (Photo credit: BAE Systems) BAE Systems has been selected to supply hundreds of electric hybrid power and propulsion systems for transit buses in New Yor ... Continue reading

Braintrust Launches Out Of Stealth To Help Business Leaders Find, Retain, And Manage A Distributed Workforce

Braintrust Launches Out Of Stealth To Help Business Leaders Find, Retain, And Manage A Distributed Workforce

SAN FRANCISCO, June 24, 2020 -- Braintrust, a global network of highly-skilled technical and design talent, today launched out of stealth to help enterprises continue to innovate amid rapidly-changing economic and labor environments. In its year of existence, Braintrust has earned the trust of dozens of Fortune 500 cus ... Continue reading

Charleston Tours & Events Resume Scenic Cruises with Enhanced Passenger Safety Procedures and Summer Specials

Charleston Tours & Events Resume Scenic Cruises with Enhanced Passenger Safety Procedures and Summer Specials

CHARLESTON, S.C., June 24, 2020 -- Charleston Tours & Events, the premier resource for top-rated experiences in the historic city of Charleston, SC, is resuming public and private cruises at 30–50% capacity to provide a comfortable and safe environment for all crew and passengers. From sightseeing cruises on the Caro ... Continue reading

Cleveland-Cliffs’ Subsidiary AK Steel Recognized by General Motors as a 2019 Supplier of the Year Winner

Cleveland-Cliffs’ Subsidiary AK Steel Recognized by General Motors as a 2019 Supplier of the Year Winner

CLEVELAND--AK Steel, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs , was named GM Supplier of the Year by General Motors for Raw Materials during a virtual ceremony honoring the recipients of the company’s 28th annual Supplier of the Year awards on Wednesday, June 24, 2020. GM’s Supplier of the Year award is reserv ... Continue reading

ClickUp Raises $35M Series A; Launches Remote Work OS Product Suite

ClickUp Raises $35M Series A; Launches Remote Work OS Product Suite

SAN DIEGO, June 24, 2020 -- ClickUp, the only all-in-one customizable workplace productivity platform that serves all departments across an organization, today announced it has raised $35 million in Series A funding, led by Craft Ventures with participation from Georgian Partners. David Sacks will join the Board. ... Continue reading

Comscore Releases 2020 'State of OTT' Report Examining OTT Consumption Across CTV, Ad-Supported Services, And More

Comscore Releases 2020 'State of OTT' Report Examining OTT Consumption Across CTV, Ad-Supported Services, And More

RESTON, Va., June 24, 2020 -- The over-the-top (OTT) landscape in 2020 is rapidly changing due to the growth of OTT services, content and devices as well as the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on consumer behavior. Amidst this evolving landscape, Comscore , a trusted partner for planning, transacting and evaluating med ... Continue reading

COVID-19 Expected to Have Long-Term Impact on Subprime Auto

COVID-19 Expected to Have Long-Term Impact on Subprime Auto

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail Joseph Cioffi is a partner at Davis & Gilbert LLP in New York where he is Chair of the Insolvency, Creditors' Rights & Financial Products Practice Group. (Photo: Business Wire) Joseph Cioffi is a partner at Davis & Gilbert LLP in New York where he is Chair of the Insolvency, Creditors' ... Continue reading

Editorial Request for Press Release on "Tire Pressure Monitoring System Market"

Editorial Request for Press Release on "Tire Pressure Monitoring System Market"

Hello Team, Hope You are doing great. My name is Aarti Mule and I work with the Editorial team of Transparency Market Research, a market intelligence firms based in India & USA. ... Continue reading

FCA Surges in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study

FCA Surges in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 24, 2020 --  Dodge first domestic brand ever to rank No. 1 Ram soars to No. ... Continue reading

Forestry Sector Sees Surge in Demand for Wood Chips, However Demand for Pulp Has Dropped with School and Office Closures

Forestry Sector Sees Surge in Demand for Wood Chips, However Demand for Pulp Has Dropped with School and Office Closures

DUBLIN, June 24, 2020 -- ResearchAndMarkets.com published a new article on the forestry industry - "Forestry Sees Mixed Demand for Wood Products" The forestry industry is experiencing mixed demand as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. There has been a huge increase in demand for wood chips to be processed into pulp for ... Continue reading

Genesis Is Top Premium Brand For Fourth Consecutive Year In J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study

Genesis Is Top Premium Brand For Fourth Consecutive Year In J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 24, 2020 -- For the fourth year in a row, Genesis placed first in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS) among all premium automotive brands. As the #1 premium brand in the study, Genesis vehicle owners experienced 17 fewer problems per 100 vehicles than the second best luxur ... Continue reading

Global Autonomous Commercial Vehicle Market Report (2020 to 2030) - COVID-19 Growth and Change - ResearchAndMarkets.com

Global Autonomous Commercial Vehicle Market Report (2020 to 2030) - COVID-19 Growth and Change - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--The "Autonomous Commercial Vehicle Global Market Report 2020-30: COVID-19 Growth and Change" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This report provides the strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global autonomous commercial vehicl ... Continue reading

Global Vehicle Leasing Market Outlook, 2020 - Used Car Leasing and LCV Leasing Stand Out as Opportunities Amidst the Chaos Created by the COVID-19 Outbreak - ResearchAndMarkets.com

Global Vehicle Leasing Market Outlook, 2020 - Used Car Leasing and LCV Leasing Stand Out as Opportunities Amidst the Chaos Created by the COVID-19 Outbreak - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--The "Global Vehicle Leasing Market Outlook, 2020" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Vehicle leasing is seen as a solution to the growing problems faced by companies for their mobility needs, including vehicle funding, fleet maintenance, and, more importantly, residual risk handling. ... Continue reading

HBC Vehicle Services Rebrands to IAA

HBC Vehicle Services Rebrands to IAA

ESSEX, England--IAA, Inc. , a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, today announced that its UK-based business unit HBC Vehicle Services (“HBC”) has rebranded as part of the global IAA brand. The rebrand reflects IAA’s commitment to investment, innovation and customer collabora ... Continue reading

ILAN y Reinserta unidos por la paz

ILAN y Reinserta unidos por la paz

CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, 24 de junio de 2020 -- Fundación ILAN, Israel Latin American Network, y Reinserta, una organización de la sociedad civil que, desde 2013, tiene la misión de construir un México más seguro, se unen por la paz y la justicia social. ILAN, es una fundación civil y laica que detecta, aterriza, recon ... Continue reading

Internet Advertising Market to Witness Increased Online Spending & Budgeting for Video Advertisement Production: Radiant Insights, Inc.

Internet Advertising Market to Witness Increased Online Spending & Budgeting for Video Advertisement Production: Radiant Insights, Inc.

SAN FRANCISCO, June 24, 2020 -- The global internet advertising market size is expected to retain a high CAGR throughout the forecast period. Increase in online spending and budgeting for ad video production have resulted in a high market growth. ... Continue reading

InventHelp Inventor Develops Improved Transporting Tool to Increase Efficiency (HTM-8981)

InventHelp Inventor Develops Improved Transporting Tool to Increase Efficiency (HTM-8981)

PITTSBURGH, June 24, 2020 -- "I wanted to create an improved transporting tool to make outdoor chores and projects safe and easy," said an inventor, from Suamico, Wisc., "so I invented GATR PRODUCTS, THE GREEN ADAPTIVE TRANSPORTER." The invention provides an improved way to move things outdoors, without the need for p ... Continue reading

InventHelp Inventor Develops Natural Glow Moisturizer (SKC-583)

InventHelp Inventor Develops Natural Glow Moisturizer (SKC-583)

PITTSBURGH, June 24, 2020 -- "I was struggling with dry skin and visited a dermatologist, however, none of the prescription or over-the-counter products worked," said an inventor from Detroit, Michigan. "This inspired me to develop a cream that could hydrate the skin while providing users with a natural glow." She dev ... Continue reading

InventHelp Inventor Develops Portable Tampon and Bathroom Supplies Holder (FRO-655)

InventHelp Inventor Develops Portable Tampon and Bathroom Supplies Holder (FRO-655)

PITTSBURGH, June 24, 2020 -- All too often, women may find public rest rooms unsanitary and ill equipped when it comes to bathroom necessities. Fortunately, an inventor from Orange Cove, Calif., has found a way to be prepared for any personal care needs requiring a bathroom stop that may arise. ... Continue reading

Michelin Expands Sportbike Tire Range for Road and Track Use

Michelin Expands Sportbike Tire Range for Road and Track Use

GREENVILLE, S.C., June 24, 2020 -- Intended to meet the needs of motorcycle riders from 100% track to 100% street, Michelin has renewed its entire Sport offering by launching four new motorcycle tire ranges this year: MICHELIN® Power 5, MICHELIN® Power GP, MICHELIN® Power Cup 2 and MICHELIN® Power Slick 2. (PRNewsf ... Continue reading

Milliman wins three InsuranceERM Americas Awards for its insurtech products and risk consulting services

Milliman wins three InsuranceERM Americas Awards for its insurtech products and risk consulting services

SEATTLE, June 24, 2020 -- Milliman, Inc., a premier global consulting and actuarial firm, is pleased to announce that the firm has won three 2020 InsuranceERM Americas Awards for its insurtech products and risk consulting services. The goal of the IERM Americas Awards is to highlight enterprise risk management leaders ... Continue reading

Motor Vehicle Fatality Rates Jump 36.6% in April Despite Quarantines, Says National Safety Council

Motor Vehicle Fatality Rates Jump 36.6% in April Despite Quarantines, Says National Safety Council

ITASCA, Ill., June 24, 2020 -- Preliminary estimates based on April data from all 50 states indicate that for the second straight month, Americans did not reap any safety benefit from having less roadway traffic. In fact, the roads became even more lethal as miles driven plummeted. ... Continue reading

Nephrologist Adrian Liew Joins George Clinical Scientific Leadership

Nephrologist Adrian Liew Joins George Clinical Scientific Leadership

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., June 24, 2020 -- George Clinical, a global scientifically-backed clinical research organization, is pleased to announce that Dr. Adrian Liew, a national leader in Singapore and steering committee member for various global clinical trials in nephrology has joined the scientific leadership team at Ge ... Continue reading

New Member Benefits for AARP Members This Summer

New Member Benefits for AARP Members This Summer

WASHINGTON, June 24, 2020 -- AARP members may now enjoy new benefits from two new providers, as well as expanded offers this summer. The new providers include Blueprint Income and NortonLifeLock, and an updated offering from Allstate. ... Continue reading

New-Vehicle Quality Mainly Dependent on Trouble-Free Technology, J.D. Power Finds

New-Vehicle Quality Mainly Dependent on Trouble-Free Technology, J.D. Power Finds

Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail J.D. Power 2020 Initial Quality Study (IQS) (Graphic: Business Wire) J.D. Power 2020 Initial Quality Study (IQS) (Graphic: Business Wire) Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail J.D. Power 2020 Initial Quality Study (IQS) (Graphic: Business Wire) Full Size Small Preview Thumbnail J.D. Power ... Continue reading

North America's Battery Recycling Industry, 2020 to 2028 - Strict Government Regulations and Increasing Concerns on Battery Waste Disposal

North America's Battery Recycling Industry, 2020 to 2028 - Strict Government Regulations and Increasing Concerns on Battery Waste Disposal

DUBLIN, June 24, 2020 -- The "North America Battery Recycling Market 2020-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. According to this report on the North American battery recycling market, the industry is estimated to propel at a CAGR of 9.82% over the forecast period 2020-2028. ... Continue reading

NY Law Firm, Deutsch & Lipner, Investigating Performance of Wall Street's Yield Enhancement Strategies

NY Law Firm, Deutsch & Lipner, Investigating Performance of Wall Street's Yield Enhancement Strategies

GARDEN CITY, N.Y., June 24, 2020 -- Deutsch & Lipner continues to investigate so-called "Yield Enhancement Strategies" offered to investors through major financial services companies. These Strategies typically involved the sale of short option combinations, sometimes using techniques such as "iron condors" and "iron b ... Continue reading

Out Leadership releases first-of-its-kind research on LGBTQ+ allyship in the workplace and the impact of remote work

Out Leadership releases first-of-its-kind research on LGBTQ+ allyship in the workplace and the impact of remote work

NEW YORK, June 24, 2020 -- Out Leadership, the premier global network for LGBTQ+ business leaders and companies, today launches AllyUp: Ally is a Verb. This first-of-its-kind research study was completed over the past 18 months in collaboration with Out Leadership member firm FCB with support from Ernst & Young LLP (E ... Continue reading

Plastics for Electric Vehicle Market Worth $2,621 Million by 2025 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

Plastics for Electric Vehicle Market Worth $2,621 Million by 2025 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

CHICAGO, June 24, 2020 -- According to the new market research report "Plastics for Electric Vehicle Market by Plastic Type (ABS, PU, PA, PC, PVB, PP, PVC, PMMA, HDPE, LDPE, PBT), Application & Component (Dashboard, Seat, Trim, Bumper, Body, Battery, Engine, Lighting, Wiring), EV Type and Region - Global Forecast to 20 ... Continue reading

Press Release: New-Vehicle Quality Mainly Dependent on Trouble-Free Technology, J.D. Power Finds

Press Release: New-Vehicle Quality Mainly Dependent on Trouble-Free Technology, J.D. Power Finds

Hi, Larry​​. The results are in! Read more below about the J.D. Power 2020 Initial Quality Study redesign, which automakers rank highest and Tesla's first-ever score. Also, let me know if I can help you with anything else. ... Continue reading

Ricardo Launches West Coast Powertrain Team

Ricardo Launches West Coast Powertrain Team

SAN DIEGO--Ricardo North America (Ricardo), engineering specialists in advanced propulsion, software and thermal management, has added to its powertrain design and development expertise with the launch of a team in Southern California and a partnership with technology start-up Achates Power. The announcement comes on t ... Continue reading

The Chicago CEO COVID-19 Coalition Begins Distribution Of Funds From The Sweet Home Chicago Telethon

The Chicago CEO COVID-19 Coalition Begins Distribution Of Funds From The Sweet Home Chicago Telethon

CHICAGO, June 24, 2020 -- The Chicago CEO COVID-19 Coalition announced that it has begun distributing more than $1.25 million in proceeds from its successful Sweet Home Chicago Telethon in support of the city's urgent relief and recovery needs, with additional pledged funds forthcoming.  Founded and led by John Koudou ... Continue reading

The Death Of Car Ownership: The Trillion Dollar Trend Upending The Auto Industry

The Death Of Car Ownership: The Trillion Dollar Trend Upending The Auto Industry

LONDON, June 24, 2020 -- With combined market caps of some $70 billion, Uber and Lyft are severely disrupting the giant auto industry. But their business models are broken, and the giant disruptors may about to be disrupted themselves.  Mentioned in today's commentary includes: BlackRock , Facebook , Google , Microsof ... Continue reading

US Gasoline Demand More than “Halfway” Back from Pandemic-Induced Lows

US Gasoline Demand More than “Halfway” Back from Pandemic-Induced Lows

GAITHERSBURG, Md.--Gasoline consumption in the United States has just hit a big milestone; it is now more than halfway back to pre-COVID-19 levels as motorists get back on the road amid at least a partial recovery of the U.S. economy, according to OPIS, an IHS Markit company. Fill-ups at the pump hit the rock bottom in ... Continue reading

Worldwide Automotive Electronics Manufacturers Industry Report 2020 - Seek Out the Most Attractive Acquisition - ResearchAndMarkets.com

Worldwide Automotive Electronics Manufacturers Industry Report 2020 - Seek Out the Most Attractive Acquisition - ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN--The "Automotive Electronics Manufacturers (GLOBAL) - Industry Report" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This report provides a detailed overview of the global automotive electronics manufacturers market and delivers a comprehensive individual analysis on the top 240 companies, includin ... Continue reading

Official Release: 2021 Volkswagen Arteon +VIDEO

Official Release: 2021 Volkswagen Arteon +VIDEO

developed performance (235 kW / 320 PS) powertrains Herndon, VA — The Arteon is Volkswagen’s Gran Turismo—marrying the sleek design of a premium coupe to the space of a midsize sedan. For 2021, Volkswagen is introducing an extensive product line update to the brand halo, including sharpened design elements, inter ... Continue reading

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