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Marques McCammon Appointed President of Karma Automotive

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Monday, April 24, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Karma Automotive, the Southern California-based manufacturer of ultra-luxury electric vehicles, has named long-time automotive executive Marques McCammon as President. McCammon most recently served as Global Managing Director for Ricardo, Inc., an international environmental, engineering and strategic transportation company.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Karma Automotive, the Southern California-based manufacturer of ultra-luxury electric vehicles, has named long-time automotive executive Marques McCammon as President.
  • McCammon most recently served as Global Managing Director for Ricardo, Inc., an international environmental, engineering and strategic transportation company.
  • McCammon has spent three decades in the transportation industry, specializing in product development and advanced automotive software, manufacturing, marketing, sales and strategic leadership.
  • "I told my first recruiter at Chrysler that my career goal was to run a start-up auto company," says McCammon.

Ricardo to Work with InoBat to Supply Battery Systems for Electrification Programmes for High Performance Automotive Vehicles

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Drawing on its expertise in proprietary battery cell R&D and large-scale battery cell production, InoBat will manufacture, test and supply cells.

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  • Drawing on its expertise in proprietary battery cell R&D and large-scale battery cell production, InoBat will manufacture, test and supply cells.
  • Martin Starkey, Managing Director Ricardo Performance Products said: Leveraging our proven track record in industrialising technology Ricardo is delighted to be working with InoBat to help establish a robust supply chain for critical electrification components.
  • Ricardos future manufacturing strategy is very much aligned to this emerging need for electrified vehicle components for the high performance automotive vehicles and other equally demanding applications.
  • A European-based battery manufacturer, InoBat already has a battery research and development facility and pilot line under development in Slovakia.

Ricardo Awarded 20.2million USD Contract to Deliver Additional ABS/ESC Retrofit Kits to US Army

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220922005090/en/
    Ricardo provides US Army with retrofit kits to improve operational safety of High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (Photo: Business Wire)
    Prior to this award, Ricardo has previously delivered over 11,000 ABS/ESC systems for application to US Army HMMWVs.
  • This award of this contract will ensure improved safety on fielded vehicles in the US Armys enduring HMMWV fleet.
  • Chet Gryczan, President of Ricardo Defense said: In making this multi-million-dollar investment, the US Army demonstrated their commitment to soldier safety by retrofitting fielded vehicles in its enduring HMMWV fleet.
  • From the beginning, Ricardo designed the system for ease of upgrade to the existing fleet to minimize HMMWV lifecycle cost to US taxpayers.

ePropelled Names Matthew Taylor Managing Director, UK

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

LOWELL, Mass., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ePropelled , the Massachusetts-based technology company that offers leading-edge electric propulsion systems, today announced the appointment of Matthew Taylor as Managing Director of ePropelled UK.

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  • LOWELL, Mass., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ePropelled , the Massachusetts-based technology company that offers leading-edge electric propulsion systems, today announced the appointment of Matthew Taylor as Managing Director of ePropelled UK.
  • Taylor brings more than twenty-five years of automotive and mobility experience to ePropelled.
  • Taylor joins ePropelled at a critical time, as its Dynamic Torque Switching (eDTS) technology is set to deliver a fundamental improvement in EV efficiency.
  • "Matt Taylor is a great addition to ePropelled and will serve an important role leading our UK team," said Nick Grewal, CEO and founder of ePropelled.

Ricardo awarded over 18.9million USD to deliver additional ABS/ESC retrofit kits to US Army

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

The United States Army has awarded Ricardos Defense business unit, located in Michigan, over 18.9million USD to deliver additional Antilock Brake System/Electronic Stability Control (ABS/ESC) retrofit kits to improve the safety of operation of the US Armys High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV).

Key Points: 
  • The United States Army has awarded Ricardos Defense business unit, located in Michigan, over 18.9million USD to deliver additional Antilock Brake System/Electronic Stability Control (ABS/ESC) retrofit kits to improve the safety of operation of the US Armys High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220629005571/en/
    Ricardo Awarded Over 18.9 million USD to Deliver Additional ABS/ESC Retrofit Kits to US Army (Photo: Business Wire)
    In addition to those retrofit kits Ricardo has previously delivered, this contract award will improve safety on fielded vehicles in the US Armys enduring HMMWV fleet.
  • Chet Gryczan, President of Ricardo Defense said: Ricardo is committed to providing our customers with mission critical, innovative, integrated solutions that deliver capability to the soldier.
  • This award demonstrates that Ricardo can solve tough challenges for legacy systems that require a future-looking integrated solution.

Ricardo Appointed to Support Transformation of the Greater Toronto Rail Network

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Monday, May 23, 2022

Ricardo Certification has been appointed as the Independent Safety Assessor (ISA) for the forthcoming transformation of rail transit across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA), Ontario, Canada.

Key Points: 
  • Ricardo Certification has been appointed as the Independent Safety Assessor (ISA) for the forthcoming transformation of rail transit across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA), Ontario, Canada.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220522005010/en/
    Transformation of the Greater Toronto rail network (Photo: Business Wire)
    As the ISA, Ricardo will provide independent scrutiny of the programmes safety documentation during its design phase, ensuring it is in full compliance with relevant standards.
  • GO Transit's rail network consists of seven lines operating out of Toronto's Union Station, served by an aging fleet powered by diesel locomotives.
  • Ricardo Certification comprises a set of companies within the Ricardo Group that perform independent assurance and testing services in rail and other sectors.

Ricardo Plc to Acquire Inside Infrastructure to Expand Its Environmental Capabilities Across Australia

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Monday, March 7, 2022

Ricardo plc, a world-class environmental, engineering, and strategic consulting company, has today signed an agreement to acquire Inside Infrastructure, a privately held consultancy business based in Adelaide, Australia, for an undisclosed consideration.

Key Points: 
  • Ricardo plc, a world-class environmental, engineering, and strategic consulting company, has today signed an agreement to acquire Inside Infrastructure, a privately held consultancy business based in Adelaide, Australia, for an undisclosed consideration.
  • The agreement includes the acquisition of the entire business, operating assets, and employees, and will expand Ricardos environmental capabilities across Australia.
  • Inside Infrastructure provides environmental and technical advisory services through its team of 25 specialists, supporting the water, utility, mining, resources, healthcare, infrastructure, and government sectors in developing, delivering, and managing their projects and assets.
  • Ricardo plc is a world-class environmental, engineering, and strategic consulting company listed on the London Stock Exchange.

Ricardo Beverly Hills Announces New Rodeo Drive 2.0 Direct to Consumer Collection

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Tuesday, January 25, 2022

KENT, Wash., Jan. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Ricardo Beverly Hills, the Washington-based global luggage and travel accessories leader, announced today the launch of their new Rodeo Drive 2.0 lifestyle collection of soft-sided bags.

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  • KENT, Wash., Jan. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Ricardo Beverly Hills, the Washington-based global luggage and travel accessories leader, announced today the launch of their new Rodeo Drive 2.0 lifestyle collection of soft-sided bags.
  • Fenton, says, "Inspired by automotive design details, the Rodeo Drive collection represents a modernized evolution of a Ricardo Beverly Hills classic.
  • Ricardo Beverly Hills, Inc. is a global leader specializing in the design, innovation, and marketing of luggage and travel accessories.
  • Keep up with the ways Ricardo Beverly Hills is reimagining the travel landscape and be sure to follow us on social media.

Ricardo Software Tool Selected to Help Optimize Innovative ePropelled Dynamic Torque Switching Technology (eDTS)

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

ePropelled has selected Ricardo's complete vehicle system modeling and simulation tool,IGNITE, to help them develop an innovative technology in e-motor and propulsion control system design.

Key Points: 
  • ePropelled has selected Ricardo's complete vehicle system modeling and simulation tool,IGNITE, to help them develop an innovative technology in e-motor and propulsion control system design.
  • With governments around the world setting ambitious targets to reduce carbon emissions, the transport sector has seen huge growth in the electric vehicle (EV) market.
  • Kim Matenchuk, managing director of Ricardo Software said: "At Ricardo, our aim is to help clients create a cleaner future, so we are excited that our software tools will support the development of such cutting-edge technology in the electric vehicle space.
  • ePropelled has offices in the United States, Europe, and India and works with manufacturers of various types and sizes around the world.

Ricardo Software Tool Selected to Help Optimize Innovative ePropelled Dynamic Torque Switching Technology (eDTS)

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

ePropelled has selected Ricardo's complete vehicle system modeling and simulation tool,IGNITE, to help them develop an innovative technology in e-motor and propulsion control system design.

Key Points: 
  • ePropelled has selected Ricardo's complete vehicle system modeling and simulation tool,IGNITE, to help them develop an innovative technology in e-motor and propulsion control system design.
  • With governments around the world setting ambitious targets to reduce carbon emissions, the transport sector has seen huge growth in the electric vehicle (EV) market.
  • Kim Matenchuk, managing director of Ricardo Software said: "At Ricardo, our aim is to help clients create a cleaner future, so we are excited that our software tools will support the development of such cutting-edge technology in the electric vehicle space.
  • ePropelled has offices in the United States, Europe, and India and works with manufacturers of various types and sizes around the world.