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Flexter.com and Green Motion Announce Strategic Partnership to Transform the Short-Term Truck Rental Reservation Process Worldwide

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Partnership, Motion, CO2, Car rental

MONTREAL, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Flexter.com, the innovative reservation platform for the short-term truck rental industry, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Green Motion/ U-Save, a globally recognized provider of low CO2 car and van rentals.

Key Points: 
  • MONTREAL, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Flexter.com, the innovative reservation platform for the short-term truck rental industry, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Green Motion/ U-Save, a globally recognized provider of low CO2 car and van rentals.
  • This collaboration will see Green Motion's worldwide brand, including their prominent U-Save brand in the USA, listing their extensive truck rental inventory on the Flexter.com platform.
  • Thomas Delveaux Lefebvre, CEO and Founder of Flexter.com, highlighted the significance of the partnership: "The strategic partnership with Green Motion is a significant step forward for Flexter.com.
  • This strategic partnership between Flexter.com and Green Motion continues to enhance the sourcing and booking process in the short-term truck rental industry, providing customers with solutions, accessibility, and eco-friendly options.

Travelex Joins InsureMyTrip.ca’s Growing Travel Insurance Offerings in Canada

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Partnership, VTC, Travelex, Insurance, Travel, Car rental

Toronto, Canada, Feb. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InsureMyTrip , Canada’s rapidly growing travel insurance comparison website, is excited to announce the addition of Travelex Insurance Services Canada Inc. to its portfolio of travel insurance providers.

Key Points: 
  • Toronto, Canada, Feb. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InsureMyTrip , Canada’s rapidly growing travel insurance comparison website, is excited to announce the addition of Travelex Insurance Services Canada Inc. to its portfolio of travel insurance providers.
  • InsureMyTrip’s Canadian travellers now have the opportunity to select travel protection plans provided by Travelex, part of the Zurich family of global brands.
  • This new partnership further enhances InsureMyTrip.ca’s commitment to delivering a comprehensive range of insurance options catering to the diverse needs of Canadian travellers.
  • “Adding Travelex to our platform marks another significant stride in our mission to provide Canadians with a diverse range of travel insurance coverage options, empowering them to make well-informed choices regarding their travel insurance needs.”
    The newly launched InsureMyTrip.ca is set to become the premier destination for travel insurance comparisons in Canada.

Fisker Welcomes Dealers From Across North America to Its First Open House and Signs First US Dealer Partner

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
EV, Electric Vehicles, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Automotive, Automotive Manufacturing, General Automotive, Performance & Special Interest, Vehicle Technology, Manufacturing, Partnership, Multimedia, SUV, Rōnin, Inc., House, Open House, Marketing, Fisker Inc., The Open House, Fisker Alaska, EPA, Fisker Ocean, Engineering, Car rental

At the event, Mills Auto Group signed up to become Fisker’s first dealer partner in the US and will open three Fisker dealer locations.

Key Points: 
  • At the event, Mills Auto Group signed up to become Fisker’s first dealer partner in the US and will open three Fisker dealer locations.
  • (Photo: Fisker Inc.)
    At the event, Mills Auto Group signed up to become Fisker’s first dealer partner in the US and will open three Fisker dealer locations.
  • Fisker leaders, including Henrik Fisker, will attend the National Automobile Dealers Association Show in Las Vegas, held from February 1-4, and expect to sign several additional dealers.
  • Dealers were also able to experience firsthand the Fisker Ocean SUV, the Fisker Alaska pickup truck , the Fisker PEAR crossover SUV , and the Fisker Ronin super GT convertible .

Nidec Announces the Status of Own Share Repurchase

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
Machine Tools, Metalworking & Metallurgy, Automotive Manufacturing, Technology, Manufacturing, Machinery, Hardware, Nidec, Corporation, OTC, Companies Act, Total, Share repurchase, Car rental

Nidec Corporation (TOKYO: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) (the “Company”) today announced the status of the Company’s own share repurchase under its ongoing repurchase plan resolved at a meeting of the Board of Directors held on January 24, 2024, pursuant to Item 1 of Article 459 (1) of the Companies Act of Japan.

Key Points: 
  • Nidec Corporation (TOKYO: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) (the “Company”) today announced the status of the Company’s own share repurchase under its ongoing repurchase plan resolved at a meeting of the Board of Directors held on January 24, 2024, pursuant to Item 1 of Article 459 (1) of the Companies Act of Japan.
  • Period of own share repurchase: From January 25, 2024 through January 31, 2024
    Number of own shares repurchased: 0
    Note: The above repurchase information has been prepared on the basis of trade date.
  • A) Details of the share repurchase plan authorized by the Board of Directors on January 24, 2024:
    Total number of shares that may be repurchased: Up to 2,000,000 shares
    (0.34% of total number of shares issued, excluding treasury stock)
    B) Total number and yen amount of own shares repurchased from January 25, 2024 through January 31, 2024, pursuant to the Board of Directors resolution above:
    Total number of own shares repurchased: 0
    View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240131652562/en/

Metavesco Announces Stock Buyback Program

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Friday, February 2, 2024
Growth, Burn, OTC, Share repurchase, Car rental

CUMMING, Ga., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Metavesco, Inc. (OTC PINK: MVCO), a web3 enterprise and digital asset innovator, today announced it has authorized a common stock buyback program of up to $1 million.

Key Points: 
  • CUMMING, Ga., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Metavesco, Inc. (OTC PINK: MVCO), a web3 enterprise and digital asset innovator, today announced it has authorized a common stock buyback program of up to $1 million.
  • The Board has determined that the current market price of Metavesco, Inc.'s common stock does not reflect its fair value.
  • Key Highlights of the Stock Repurchase Program:
    Authorization Amount: The Company is authorized to repurchase up to $1 million of its common stock.
  • Execution: The Company may engage one or more investment banks and brokers to assist with the execution of the stock repurchase program.

UVeye Partners with Connexion to Automate GM Dealers' Loaner Fleet Inspections

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
OnTrac, GM, OEM, General Motors, Documentation, NADA, Connexion, SMS, Car rental

TEANECK, N.J., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UVeye, in collaboration with Connexion Mobility and General Motors, is set to improve the way GM dealerships manage their loaner and rental fleet operations. The integration introduces an elevated experience for rental and loaner customers, continuing to modernize and enhance customer service.

Key Points: 
  • The integration introduces an elevated experience for rental and loaner customers, continuing to modernize and enhance customer service.
  • Building on the success of the OnTRAC platform for loaner and rental fleet management, and UVeye's AI-powered inspection systems, this new solution improves the accuracy and efficiency of loaner fleet vehicle inspections for dealers.
  • The integration of OnTRAC and UVeye will not only streamline the loaner fleet process but also enhance the overall customer experience."
  • Connexion Mobility and UVeye will present this collaboration at a joint panel at the UVeye booth #2921W during the National Dealer Association (NADA) 2024 Show in Las Vegas.

The Board of Loomis has resolved to repurchase shares

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Nasdaq Stockholm, Car rental

STOCKHOLM, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Loomis AB has resolved to repurchase shares by virtue of the authorization granted by the annual general meeting 2023.

Key Points: 
  • STOCKHOLM, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Loomis AB has resolved to repurchase shares by virtue of the authorization granted by the annual general meeting 2023.
  • The repurchase may commence on February 1, 2024, end not later than on April 5, 2024, and comprise an amount up to a maximum of SEK 200 million.
  • Danske Bank A/S, Danmark, Sverige Filial will administrate the repurchase and based on the trading order given by Loomis, take trading decisions independently of Loomis with regards to the timing of the acquisitions.
  • The total number of shares in Loomis, including the company's own shares, amounts to 75,279,829.

FOUR KIA MODELS WIN A 2024 BEST CARS FOR THE MONEY AWARD FROM U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Weather, Kia, Gasoline, Forward, EPA, HEV, NBA, SUV, Sleep, Photography, Temperature, Multimedia, LED, Kia Soul, ADAS, News, Kia Telluride, Safety, FWD, Smart key, Money, MPG, PHEV, Advanced driver-assistance system, EVP, Car rental

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report has recognized the Kia Telluride (best 3-row SUV), Sportage Hybrid (best hybrid SUV), Sportage Plug-in Hybrid (best plug-in hybrid SUV) and Kia Soul (best subcompact SUV) in its "Best Cars for the Money" awards for 2024. The annual awards include 11 automotive categories, highlighting cars and SUVs that represent the best combination of quality and value in their respective categories over time. Quality is determined by credible automotive reviews based on factors such as comfort, tech features, fuel economy, safety and reliability. Value is measured by calculating real-time transaction prices and five-year total cost of ownership.

Key Points: 
  • IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report has recognized the Kia Telluride (best 3-row SUV), Sportage Hybrid (best hybrid SUV), Sportage Plug-in Hybrid (best plug-in hybrid SUV) and Kia Soul (best subcompact SUV) in its "Best Cars for the Money" awards for 2024.
  • "Four Best Cars for the Money awards from U.S. News & World Report reflect Kia's world class model lineup," said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America.
  • We are honored to claim four Best Cars for the Money awards."
  • "Kia stands out as a top brand for car buyers that prioritize quality and value," said Jim Sharifi, managing editor of U.S. News Best Cars.

SitePro™ Rentals Opens in Shreveport, Continues Construction Equipment Expansion in Louisiana

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Monday, January 22, 2024
Learning, Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, Growth, Car rental

Dallas, TX, Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today SitePro™ Rentals announced the opening of their latest branch in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Key Points: 
  • Dallas, TX, Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today SitePro™ Rentals announced the opening of their latest branch in Shreveport, Louisiana.
  • The nearly 8,000 square foot facility on over three acres of land, will service construction professionals in Northern Louisiana and East Texas surrounding areas.
  • “This location will help us connect our branch network in Texas and Louisiana with our other branches in the southeast allowing us to share construction equipment fleet more efficiently and better serve our rapidly growing customer base,” said John Hiatt, Chief Operating Officer of SitePro Rentals.
  • Located at 6891 Patrick Lane in Shreveport (71129), this site will be the 16th location opened by SitePro since its founding in 2021.

Canoo Delivered Electric Vehicles to Kingbee

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Acquisition, Safety, EV, Inc., Car rental

Canoo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOEV), a leading high-tech advanced mobility company, today announced Kingbee, a national work-ready van provider, will begin using Canoo LDV 130 vehicles in its fleet.

Key Points: 
  • Canoo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOEV), a leading high-tech advanced mobility company, today announced Kingbee, a national work-ready van provider, will begin using Canoo LDV 130 vehicles in its fleet.
  • Canoo delivered vehicles to Kingbee consistent with its schedule as part of a phased ramp-up manufacturing approach in Oklahoma City.
  • This is what distinguishes our vehicles and provides a competitive edge for commercial fleet companies.”
    As part of the agreement, Kingbee will purchase 9,300 Canoo vehicles with an option to increase to 18,600 vehicles, subject to availability.
  • Kingbee will upfit, custom wrap, and deliver Canoo vehicles as work-ready fleet solutions for companies across the United States.