IAA Announces Interact Merchandising Platform in the U.S.
Industry-Leading Ecommerce Strategy Drives Increased Bidding and Buying WESTCHESTER, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–IAA, Inc. (NYSE: IAA), a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers, today announced the introduction of IAA Interact™, the industry’s first comprehensive merchandising platform combining imagery, information and personalization. The platform engages buyers with detailed vehicle information while driving a more competitive […]
Facedrive Announces Consulting Services Agreement With Medtronics Online Solutions
TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#FDGiveback—Facedrive Inc. (“Facedrive”) (TSXV: FD), the first Canadian peer-to-peer, eco-friendly ridesharing network, is pleased to say it is currently working on a number of new initiatives, including potential transactions. However, no such initiative or transaction has progressed to a level where any agreements have been entered into. Accordingly, there is no certainty that any […]
SwRI Expands Fuel Processing Capabilities With New Large-Scale-Reactor
Uniquely configured fixed-bed pilot plant streamlines process development SAN ANTONIO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has expanded its capacity to develop and certify fuels from alternative sources with a new, custom fixed-bed reactor. The SwRI-designed system can be used for refinery processes, such as hydrotreating and hydrocracking, to produce a stable fuel ready for vehicle use. […]
The SEMA Must Go On: Registration opens for 2020 show
Las Vegas, Nevada — While the global pandemic may have put a hold on many of the automotive aftermarket’s biggest events, the SEMA Show is still scheduled to go on. Held every year since 1963, the SEMA Show–which is rarely referred to by its proper title, Specialty Equipment Market Association Show–is the world’s best-attended automotive […]
ADAS Analysis: Brent Johnson to host CIECA webinar
Toronto, Ontario — The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) has announced Brent Johnson, director of Global Product Management for Collision at Chief Collision Technology, will present during the next CIECAst webinar on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 at 11 am CST. All industry segments, including CIECA members and non-members, are invited to attend. “More than […]
Keeping an Eye Out: CARSTAR on the contact-free future
Toronto, Ontario — CARSTAR Canada says services introduced to comply with current social distancing protocols could be here to stay when operations return to normal. During a broker-specific webinar on Tuesday, CARSTAR Canada General Manager Jeff Labanovich said it is likely that adapted contactless procedures like photo-based estimation and vehicle pick-up and drop off will […]
Escalent Introduces Fleet Advisory Hub™ to Deliver Dynamic Insights Directly From Decision-Makers Operating More Than 7,000 Fleets
New research suggests willingness to incorporate advanced technologies among fleet operators LIVONIA, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Escalent, a top human behavior and analytics firm, introduced Fleet Advisory Hub™, a tool that explores the needs, expectations and future plans of commercial and fleet vehicle business decision-makers. Product manufacturers and service providers will gain rich insights gathered from thousands of […]
Mitchell Automates Delivery of OEM Repair Procedures Based on Diagnostic Scan Results
New solution integrates Mitchell’s diagnostic system with OEM repair procedures to streamline vehicle repair workflows. SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#automotive–Mitchell, a leading provider of technology, connectivity and information solutions to the Property & Casualty (P&C) claims and Collision Repair industries, today announced a new, seamless integration between its Mitchell Diagnostics™ scanning system and the OEM repair procedures […]
Ford Provides Details of Thursday’s 2020 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
DEARBORN, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Ford Motor Company will conduct its 2020 annual meeting of shareholders virtually on Thursday, May 14, at 8:30 a.m. EDT. The audio broadcast will be accessible from a computer, tablet or smartphone. Shareholders will be able to listen, vote and submit questions from any remote location with internet connectivity. The meeting will also […]
Guidehouse Insights Report Shows by 2030 Mobile EV Chargers Are Expected to Account for 2% of the $60B Overall EV Charger Market
Mobile EV charging solutions can close gaps in charging services and extend the useful life of EV batteries BOULDER, Colo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#EVBatteries–A new report from Guidehouse Insights examines the market for mobile electric vehicle (EV) chargers, providing global forecasts for portable chargers, charging vans, and temporary chargers, through 2030. As the EV population continues to grow […]
