Ford Motor Company

FordDirect opens The Shop, a one-stop e-commerce platform for Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

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DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford dealers, Lincoln retailers and Ford Motor Company, announced today the launch of a new e-commerce platform for dealer solutions called The Shop. The Shop is a curated online shopping experience designed for dealers to meet the challenges of operating in the evolving retail automotive business landscape beyond the products and services that FordDirect already provides to dealers. The Shop, powered by FordDirect, will provide dealers with access to vetted vendors that include pre-negotiated prices for products and services that dealerships need. This will help dealers spend less time searching for vendors and negotiating rates and give them a seamless way to learn about offerings and enroll in new solutions for their stores.

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DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FordDirect, a joint venture between Ford dealers, Lincoln retailers and Ford Motor Company, announced today the launch of a new e-commerce platform for dealer solutions called The Shop.
The Shop is a curated online shopping experience designed for dealers to meet the challenges of operating in the evolving retail automotive business landscape beyond the products and services that FordDirect already provides to dealers.
The Shop, powered by FordDirect, will provide dealers with access to vetted vendors that include pre-negotiated prices for products and services that dealerships need.
FordDirect continues to provide innovation that makes a difference to our operation," said Brian Godfrey, President, Pat Milliken Ford and FordDirect Board Chair.

Telemetry Appoints Chris Terry as Vice President of Communications Strategy

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

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DETROIT, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Telemetry, the award-winning integrated communications agency, today announced the appointment of Chris Terry as Vice President of Communications Strategy. Chris brings a wealth of experience with a 26-year career in communications and public relations, especially in the automotive industry.

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DETROIT, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Telemetry, the award-winning integrated communications agency, today announced the appointment of Chris Terry as Vice President of Communications Strategy.
Chris brings a wealth of experience with a 26-year career in communications and public relations, especially in the automotive industry.
Earlier, Chris was one of two founders of Weber Shandwick's Global Automotive Practice and Senior Vice President in Birmingham, Michigan.
In his new role at Telemetry, Chris will lead communications strategy, foster media relations, and drive content creation that aligns with Telemetry's client objectives.

FREE ADMISSION ON KING DAY AT THE NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

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Thanks to the generous support of FedEx, admission to the museum on King Day will be free for all guests.

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Thanks to the generous support of FedEx, admission to the museum on King Day will be free for all guests.
A portion of the King Day program will livestream on the museum’s website from 11:30-1:30 pm Central with reflections on Dr. King and the holiday with entertainment.
Several corporations and organizations have committed volunteers to serve at the museum on King Day.
For more information about King Day events and activities at the National Civil Rights Museum, visit kingday.org .

Carbon Revolution plc Wheel Production More Than Tripled in Q4 CY2023 from Previous Year Quarter

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

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GEELONG, Australia, Jan. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Revolution plc (Nasdaq: CREV) (the “Company”) a Tier 1 OEM supplier and the leading global manufacturer of lightweight advanced technology carbon fiber wheels, announced today that wheel production, as measured by wheels boxed for shipment, more than tripled in Q4 CY2023 from the year ago period and rose 84% in the second half of CY23 versus the previous half as the Company made strong progress ramping Mega-line capacity and throughput.

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To fulfill the growing demand from Carbon Revolution’s OEM customers, capacity and throughput of the Company’s manufacturing facility grew steadily quarter on quarter during calendar 2023.
The Company achieved record production in the 2nd calendar half of just under 13,000 wheels.
Production in the 4th calendar quarter was also a record at 7,100 wheels.
As the global automotive industry shifts to electric power and other sustainable alternatives to fossil-fuel-based engines, Carbon Revolution is well positioned to capture OEM demand for weight-saving efficiency technologies.

CJ Logistics America Appoints New Human Resources Executive

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

CJ Logistics America, a leading innovative supply chain and technology company, announced today that it has appointed Brenda Murphy as Senior Vice President, Human Resources.

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CJ Logistics America, a leading innovative supply chain and technology company, announced today that it has appointed Brenda Murphy as Senior Vice President, Human Resources.
In this role, Murphy leads CJ Logistics America’s Human Resources (HR) team and oversees the development and execution of the organization’s human capital strategy, including talent acquisition, learning and development, total rewards and employee relations.
“Her contributions will ensure that CJ Logistics continues to be an incredible place for our employees to work and grow their careers.”
Murphy joins CJ Logistics with more than 25 years of experience in human resources and diversity, equity and inclusion.
“It’s not often that you get the chance to lead the HR team at a world-class organization like CJ Logistics,” said Murphy.

Group 1 Automotive Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

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(NYSE: GPI) ("Group 1" or the "Company"), an international Fortune 300 automotive retailer with 199 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., announced the appointment of Shelley Washburn as Vice President, Marketing and Chief Marketing Officer.

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(NYSE: GPI) ("Group 1" or the "Company"), an international Fortune 300 automotive retailer with 199 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., announced the appointment of Shelley Washburn as Vice President, Marketing and Chief Marketing Officer.
Washburn brings to Group 1 more than 30 years of automotive marketing and retail experience.
Most recently, she was President of Gulf States Marketing (GSM) and a strategic advisor to Force Marketing, both automotive digital marketing firms.
She is an accomplished automotive industry leader who will bring innovation to our customer engagement and marketing strategies," said Daryl Kenningham, Group 1's President and CEO.

Ford Pro Insure, Powered by Pie, Now Includes Commercial Auto Coverage to Indiana and Wisconsin

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

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With the addition of Indiana and Wisconsin, Ford Pro Insure is available in five states, including Arizona, Illinois and Tennessee

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With the addition of Indiana and Wisconsin, Ford Pro Insure is available in five states, including Arizona, Illinois and Tennessee
DENVER, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ford Pro business owners have work to do, and Ford Pro Insure* can help with that as part of the Ford Pro commercial one-stop shop.
Indiana and Wisconsin are the latest states to join the rollout of Ford Pro Insure commercial vehicle coverage.
Enter Ford Pro Insure," said Craig Carrington, executive vice president of Ford Pro FinSimple, Ford Credit's brand that includes commercial financing and insurance.
Ford Pro Insure, underwritten by Ford subsidiary The American Road Insurance Company (TARIC) and available through managing general agent Pie Insurance, covers commercial vehicles purchased through Ford Pro and other channels.

DTS AutoStage™ Expands into More Vehicle Models Following Video Launch, Developing New Functionality

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Monday, January 8, 2024

Additionally, DTS will be demonstrating a gaming prototype, the next addition to the DTS AutoStage platform.

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Additionally, DTS will be demonstrating a gaming prototype, the next addition to the DTS AutoStage platform.
DTS AutoStage is a global entertainment platform for the connected car that seamlessly combines linear broadcast with IP-delivered content in a unified, user-centric experience.
Entertainment in the vehicle has transformed from simple audio capabilities, to front and rear seat video, with the next frontier including gaming.
DTS AutoStage Video Service Powered by TiVo is the ultimate in-car video entertainment experience.

Scholastic Appoints Haji Glover as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, January 8, 2024

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NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, today announced that Haji Glover has been named Scholastic's Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, effective January 22, 2024.

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NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, today announced that Haji Glover has been named Scholastic's Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, effective January 22, 2024.
Mr. Glover will be a member of the executive committee and report to Scholastic President and CEO Peter Warwick in New York.
As someone who knows Scholastic well, Haji is well positioned to drive change and impact here, using his experience and perspective.
Mr. Glover brings over 27 years of financial planning, analysis and corporate finance experience to Scholastic.

Automotive Dual Variable Valve Timing Market size to grow by USD 12.52 billion from 2022 to 2027, the market is fragmented due to the presence of prominent companies like AISIN CORP., BorgWarner Inc. and Cummins Inc., and many more - Technavio

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Monday, January 8, 2024

The automotive dual variable valve timing market is fragmented owing to the presence of many global and regional companies.

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The automotive dual variable valve timing market is fragmented owing to the presence of many global and regional companies.
Who are the key players in the Automotive Dual Variable Valve Timing Market?
BorgWarner Inc. - The company offers automotive dual variable valve timing such as BorgWarner VCT Technology with mid-position lock.
Cummins Inc. - The company offers automotive dual variable valve timing such as the Holset Variable-Geometry Turbocharger (VGT), that optimizes engine performance and fuel efficiency.