Tag: Automotive and Motorsports

STROUDSBURG, Pa. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Kelly Auto Group has expanded its portfolio of stores this past month by purchasing Major Hyundai, now known as Kelly Hyundai of Stroudsburg. This new Hyundai location is located in Stroudsburg Pennsylvania, which is their first location in the Pocono community, in addition to their other locations in Easton, PA, Emmaus, PA, Hamburg, PA, and Melbourne, Florida. With the addition of this store, their total number of dealership brands reaches 12.

WAKE FOREST, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Capital Powersports, located in Wake Forest, is now carrying CFMOTO, which produces an established range of all-terrain vehicles and on-road motorcycles. This upcoming April 17, 2024, from 12-1:00 p.m. the Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to honor the n

BISMARCK, N.D. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Today, Windshield Hero LLC announces a new era in windshield repair with the introduction of its innovative, speedy repair service in North Dakota, enhancing the driving experience for all car owners. The company, headquartered in Bismarck / Mandan, is transforming auto care by offering quick, affordable, and high-quality repairs without the wait!

HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Hallandale Beach is the gateway of Broward County in sunny south Florida, a city pulsating with life and innovation. Progress continues to be at the forefront of this City, as Hallandale Beach proudly announces the acquisition of nine (9) cutting-edge electric buses, the largest electric bus fleet owned by any municipality in Florida. The all-electric fleet isn't just about upgrading transit; it's about shaping a safe, reliable, and environmentally conscious community.

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Hilbish Ford, located in Kannapolis North Carolina, proudly marks its 70th anniversary this month. Founded on March 19, 1954, by the visionary FG "Buddy" Hilbish, the dealership has been a trusted name in the Kannapolis and Concord communities. Over the years, the dealership has made significant contributions to various organizations, demonstrating its commitment to community welfare.

BEAVERTON, Ore. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Lanphere Auto Group and Beaverton Motorcycles announces its 60th anniversary. February 2024, marks 6 decades of exceptional service, growth and community involvement. Established in 1964 by the late Bob Lanphere Sr the journey began with the passion for motorcycles in downtown Beaverton. The motorcycle store has expanded with a vision from a streetwise motorcycle rider, growing up in southeast Portland, to Lanphere Auto Group and Motorcycles, with over 350 employees.

AUSTIN, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Autocraft Bodywerks, now celebrating 40 years of excellence in automotive collision repair, located at 5411 Wasson Rd, Austin, Texas, has broken ground on a fourth, full-service location in Spicewood, Autocraft Principal Chris Raeder announced today. Located on 2.4 acres, the 23,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility is scheduled to open in September of 2024, and will offer estimates, bodywork and painting for cars, trucks, and SUVs of all makes and models.

SMITHFIELD, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Deacon Jones Automotive, a leading dealership group based in Smithfield, North Carolina, is proud to announce its recent acquisition of Sale Auto Mall Stores (BMW, Chevrolet, GMC & Ford) located in Kinston, North Carolina. By combining the strengths of both organizations, Deacon Jones Automotive aims to elevate the car-buying experience for its customers and continue its tradition of providing unparalleled value and service.

PARKER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- PARKER, Colo., Feb. 6, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It's official - Rocky Mountain Eurosport in Parker, Colorado has been recently named a CARFAX® Top-Rated Dealer. This is the fifth year CARFAX® is honoring dealerships around the United States for their exceptional customer service with this designation.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- In a buy-sell by the dealer group, Beach Automotive has purchased the dealership formally known as Jud Kuhn Chevrolet. The dealership was renamed to Beach Chevrolet on finalizing the purchase, January 24, 2024. The dealership, same as the dealer group, will be digitally represented by Sokal, an automotive advertising agency based in North Carolina.

HAMBURG, Pa. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- In the spirt of holiday giving, Kelly Toyota has seized the opportunity by providing contributions to three much-needed community causes in December 2023. Kelly Toyota of Hamburg loves to share the spirit of giving locally and is happy to spread Holiday cheer among the community they proudly serve.

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- In a comprehensive industry analysis, 3D Chess Media has released a detailed report on the significant shifts occurring in the car extended warranty market, driven by the rapid evolution of electric and autonomous vehicles. This in-depth exploration sheds light on the changing dynamics of automotive warranties in response to new technological advancements.

BALTIMORE, Md. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. ("Matrix"), a leading, independent investment bank, is pleased to announce the sale of Day Motor Sports, LLC ("Day Motor Sports" or the "Company") to Chief Executive Officer Dan Hamilton and Chief Financial Officer Stacy Hamilton. Prior to the sale, Day Motor Sports was owned by funds managed by Gen Cap America, Inc. ("Gen Cap"), a private investment firm headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Toyota and HANG, the leading direct-to-consumer fan platform, are deploying innovative media approaches this sports season that are driving audience levels higher than television, with deeper data insights and engagement. To introduce its first-ever Grand Highlander SUV to targeted Black and Indian expat consumers, Toyota and its agencies, Burrell and InterTrend, have leveraged HANG's unique second-screen experiences to power deep engagement across more than 1 million views.

CARY, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Capital Auto Group is proud to announce a sponsorship of an exciting Make-A-Wish Foundation event, scheduled for December 16, 2023, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Dave and Buster's in Cary. The networks of dealerships, are thrilled to support this memorable event and to celebrate the local Make-A-Wish families.

AUSTIN, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Autocraft Bodywerk's North Austin location, specializing in the repair and restoration of Tesla models, has been recognized by Tesla, as the #1 Top Performer during the second quarter for collision repair in the US Southwest Region, and 8th overall out of over 700 TACC shops in North America (USA, Canada, Mexico), announced Tammie Harper, General Manager at the North Austin location.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Kia Digital Website Program gives Kia Retailers greater choices and more flexibility in finding certified providers. As a member of the Kia Digital Website Program, Sokal will be able to provide websites and a variety of advertising options for Kia dealers, such as paid search, programmatic display, social media marketing, email marketing and SEO.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Capital Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram, in conjunction with Operation Homefront and U.S Bank's Driven to Serve program, donated a vehicle to a deserving veteran on Wednesday, July 26 at Capital Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in Garner.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Capital Auto Group is pleased to announce that Lindsey Michael-Longo, Director of Strategy & Dealer Principal, recently graduated from the National Automobile Dealers Association Academy on August 11, 2023. Michael-Longo completed a rigorous, year-long educational program focusing on six disciplines essential to successful management and leadership in the retail automobile industry.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Capital Ford Rocky Mount announced today that the dealership has created a Tornado Relief Program to assist the community in rebuilding after a tornado touched down on Wednesday. The EF-3 tornado touched down near Rocky Mount on Wednesday around 12:30 pm bringing with it winds of up to 150 mph.

ONTARIO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Maglite® brand partners up with the Pedestrian Safety Institute (PSI) to support traffic and pedestrian safety during the deadliest month of the year, July. According to the PSI, July has the highest rate of traffic-related fatalities. The days surrounding July 4th are particularly dangerous and are routinely referred to as the deadliest driving days of the year.

ATLANTA, Ga. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Capstone Logistics, a leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions, has been named Partner of the Year by Nissan North America. The company was honored in the Supply Chain Management category at Nissan's recent Annual Supplier Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

FRANKLIN, Pa. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Glovebox Reminder, LLC, a small town America based mobile app company, is thrilled to unveil its flagship product, the Glovebox Reminder App. Designed specifically for vehicle owners and small businesses, this cutting-edge mobile app allows for a streamlined and effective way to keep maintenance records, maintain compliance and store all relevant vehicle documents and send renewal reminders.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Capital Ford of Raleigh is delighted to announce its partnership with Make-A-Wish, a renowned non-profit organization, to fulfill the dreams of a deserving child and his family. The wish will be granted to Sonny, a 4 year old adopted boy with end stage renal failure. Sonny enjoys playing outside, climbing walls and swinging.

EL MONTE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Addmotor, a rapidly expanding electric vehicle company, is delighted to unveil the latest upgrade to its Triketan M-330F electric trike, designed to redefine the riding experience for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels. Engineered with a combination of power, versatility, and ruggedness, this etrike provides the ultimate companion for all your outdoor adventures.

EL MONTE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Addmotor, a fast-growing manufacturer of electric mobility solutions, is thrilled to unveil its latest creation, the Grandtan M-340T Electric Trike. Designed specifically for urban commuters, this cutting-edge etrike is set to revolutionize how people travel within the cityscape. It offers a convenient, eco-friendly, and stylish transportation solution that enhances daily commuting experiences.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Sokal, an automotive digital agency, announced today that it has been selected as a certified website provider for the Mazda Digital Certified Program (MDCP). MDCP gives Mazda Retailers greater choices and more flexibility in finding certified providers.

WILMINGTON, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Capital Nissan of Wilmington is delighted to announce its partnership with Make-A-Wish, a renowned non-profit organization, to fulfill the dreams of deserving children with critical illnesses and their families in North Carolina. In an extraordinary act of generosity, the dealership has not only committed to donating one wish but has also gone above and beyond to make it possible to grant two wishes with the help of an Anonymous donor.

RICHMOND, Va. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. ("Matrix"), a leading, independent investment bank, today announced the successful closing on the sale of the retail motor fuels, convenience retail, and fleet fueling businesses of WTG Fuels Holdings, LLC ("WTG Fuels" or the "Company") to subsidiaries of GPM Investments, LLC, a subsidiary of ARKO Corp. (Nasdaq: ARKO) ("GPM").

RICHMOND, Va. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Matrix Capital Markets Group, Inc. ("Matrix"), a leading, independent investment bank, announces that it has advised TBC Corporation ("TBC" or the "Company") on the sale of TBC's company operated retail businesses to Mavis Tire Express Services Corp. ("Mavis"). The sale includes TBC's retail network of 595 tire and automotive service centers that utilize the NTB Tire & Service Centers ("NTB") and Tire Kingdom Service Centers ("Tire Kingdom") brands.

SINGAPORE /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- VinPit, a company committed to empowering consumers to avoid purchasing problematic vehicles, especially pre-owned ones, has announced significant updates to its free services in a move to enhance the user experience further.

SHENZHEN, Guangdong /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Electrly, a leading EV charging station supplier in China since 2015, is redefining the industry with its intelligent and convenient charging solutions designed for drivers and industries worldwide. Boasting a comprehensive lineup of EV charging products, including portable chargers, level 1 and level 2 AC chargers, DC fast chargers, power modules, and more, Electrly proves to be a trailblazer in the electric vehicle market and a respected global player.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Sokal, an automotive digital agency, announced today that it has been selected as a provider for the Mazda Retail-Go-To-Market+ program (RGTM+). The RGTM+ program uses a data-driven, audience first strategy that revolves around the customer.

KEYPORT, N.J. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- This acquisition accelerates the expansion of DCL as a DMS provider within the independent dealer network that it already serves, as well as opens the door for franchised dealers to install Lease Here Pay Here (LHPH) as a separate department within their dealerships, much like F&I departments created in the late '70s.

TRUCKEE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Today, EV Range and Liberty, a subsidiary of Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (NYSE: AQN), announce a unique three-way collaboration that brought four high-powered electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers to Northstar California ski resort, which is owned and operated by Vail Resorts. These are the first fast chargers in the Tahoe area located at a ski resort property.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Sokal, a full-service advertising agency with offices in Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C., will be exhibiting at the NADA Show in Dallas, Texas beginning on January 27, 2023. They will be showcasing their suite of digital advertising products, as well as their website technology which is powered by their Momentum platform.

WAKE FOREST, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The adventure store for all sizes continues to expand! Today Capital Powersports officially announces the addition of Greenger, Volcon, and Segway brand products. Founded in 2012, Capital Powersports is a full-service franchised dealer in Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Greenger, Volcon, and Segway.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Crystal Auto Mall, located in Green Brook Township, NJ has recently signed Sokal, choosing the Raleigh based advertising firm as their agency of record. Crystal Auto Mall currently operates Crystal Mazda and Crystal Toyota where they sell a full line of each of those brands. Crystal Auto Mall also boasts an ample inventory of Pre-Owned and Certified Pre-Owned vehicles.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Successfully serving customers from the Wayzata suburb for over 2 decades as the go-to center for Paint Protection Film Installation and Window Tinting (automobile, residential, commercial) in the St Paul-Minneapolis area, Bravo Protection Products is looking forward to serving customers from its new service center in Plymouth, Minnesota.

TRAVERSE City, Mich. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- For the tenth time ViewTech Borescopes will exhibit at the Automotive Testing Expo, taking place October 25, 26, and 27 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan. As many engineers in the automotive and manufacturing industries rely on remote visual inspections to support quality control, ViewTech's line of borescopes save companies time and money, while avoiding costly teardown or downtime.

MIAMI, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- DigitalSelf® is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Elo who will serve as DigitalSelf - Automotive's brand ambassador. DigitalSelf will be sponsoring L'Automobile at the Miami International Auto Show October 15-25 and hosting a venue at Art Basel at Supercar Rooms Miami in December.

PHOENIX, Ariz. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Black Ops Machine Inc is announcing its grand opening date. We are a brand new UTV part and accessory manufacturer. Black Ops Machine is a new business with affordable products and they support our United States troops and ALL first responders.

GAINESVILLE, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- BUCHHOLZ PAINT AND AUTOBODY of GAINESVILLE is now an approved Porsche collision center, which ensures customers that their collision repairs will adhere to the latest industry quality and safety standards. This new certification guarantees that collision repairs will be performed according to Porsche's repair protocol by a properly trained and qualified technician, using the correct tools and equipment for the job.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- With gas prices still hovering above $5.30 per gallon and many people leaving their "gas guzzlers" in the driveway, the Sacramento SPCA is reminding the community that it's the perfect time to donate their unwanted vehicle to benefit the animals.

FONTANA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Labor Day weekend festivities in Fontana, located between Rancho Cucamonga and San Bernardino, include Fontana Mazda's free Labor Day Celebration. As a local Mazda dealer, Fontana Mazda cares about its community and is providing free food from TK Burgers for everyone, a raffle and a car show. There will also be a food drive. The "Hunger Can Eat Our Dust" celebration starts at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 2 and ends at 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join the fun and participate in family fun activities.

FONTANA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Hyundai dealership in the town of Fontana, California (Fontana Hyundai) is excited to celebrate the one-year anniversary of its grand opening with local residents this month. To commemorate the milestone, the branch will be providing food and fun for the residents of Fontana.

BLUE ASH, Ohio /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Don's Auto Repair is celebrating the 80th anniversary of its founding in 1942, with the official declaration of "Don's Auto Repair Day" in Blue Ash, Ohio from the city's very own Mayor Marc Sirkin. In celebration of this achievement, Don's Auto Repair has taken a day of celebration to reflect on their loyal clients, amazing community, dedicated employees, and their future growth opportunities.

SOLEDAD, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- EV Range, Inc., the leader in zero emission vehicle charging station management software solutions and installation services today announced the launch of new fast chargers for electric vehicles in Soledad, California. The EV market is quickly moving from early adopters to the mass market with EVs becoming a person's primary and only vehicle.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Rackley Roofing is the title sponsor for the Rackley Roofing 200. This NASCAR race is scheduled to be held on June 24, 7 p.m. Central Time (CDT) at the Nashville Superspeedway, the largest concrete-only track in NASCAR. Their driver, Matt DiBenedetto, will compete in the #25 Rackley WAR truck - a Chevy.

HAYWARD, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Used car shoppers have quickly discovered that Silicon Valley Enthusiast (SVE) is the best dealership in the East Bay to go to for premium vehicles at highly competitive prices. As their company name suggests, the team at SVE are long-time car aficionados that are fully committed to helping customers find the right cars, trucks, and SUVs.

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Bravo Protection Products is celebrating an incredible milestone in 2022. An industry leader in the Clear Bra and Paint Protection Film installation business, Bravo is celebrating over 20 years of proudly serving Minneapolis, the western suburbs, and St. Paul.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Capital Automotive Group today announced the launch of RideShift, a powerful, new dimension of car shopping, that uniquely leverages AI and exemplary customer service before, during and after the sale of a vehicle.

RALIEGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Sokal Digital, an automotive digital agency, announced today that it has been selected as a certified digital advertising provider in the Mazda Digital Certified Program (MDCP). MDCP gives Mazda Retailers greater choices and more flexibility in finding certified providers.

MIAMI, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Aclaró AI, an IoT company that creates modern solutions for automotive retailers, is extremely excited to announce a new product that can quickly locate vehicles for customers regardless of location. Vehicle Center, helps auto dealers and auto wholesalers better serve their customers, more efficiently search inventory, analyze slow moving inventory, and generate more sales.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Sokal, a full-service advertising agency with offices in Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C., announces a unique collaboration with Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC on a photo technology project that enhances the in-transit vehicle selling process.

TUSTIN, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- National Auto Coverage (NAC) is a seasoned Auto Warranty Provider that has recently opened its doors to the public after becoming an Administrator. As the Administrator of your policy we create, and handle all aspects of your policy including claims! This allows us to maintain control over our policies to ensure that all our customers receive the best possible service.

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- With the threat of ransomware and cyber-attacks in general growing daily due to worldwide unrest and economic insecurity, Kennedy Intelligent Data (KID) has allied with Blueshift Cyber Security. This alliance allows KID to provide comprehensive and turnkey managed security services for companies like those in the auto industry that are at significant risk of data theft and financial harm to their customers.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Automobile marketing agency, Sokal, recently signed as agency of record for McLaughlin Ford. Commencing on April 1, 2022, the Raleigh, North Carolina marketing agency, Sokal, will launch and craft a new strategy of digital advertising for the Sumter, South Carolina, McLaughlin Ford dealership.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Sokal, a full-service advertising agency with offices in Raleigh and Charlotte, N.C., will be exhibiting at the NADA Show in Las Vegas, NV beginning on March 11. They will be showcasing their suite of digital advertising products, as well as their website technology which is powered by their Momentum platform.

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Stefan Parsons' 99 car, which is sponsored by Sokal, a full-service advertising agency based out of Raleigh, North Carolina, will feature a 'Ukraine Strong' paint scheme at this weekend's Xfinity race in Las Vegas, Nevada.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Lou Bachrodt Auto Group based in Rockford, Illinois recently signed Sokal, the Raleigh based automotive advertising firm, as their agency of record. Headquartered in North Carolina, Sokal is one of largest automotive advertising agencies in the country.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Lanphere Auto Group and Motorcycles recently signed Sokal, The Raleigh based Automotive Advertising firm, as their agency of record. Lanphere Auto Group consists of five dealerships, including Beaverton Honda, Beaverton Kia, Beaverton INFINITI, Bob Lanphere's Newberg Jeep Ram, and Bob Lanphere's Beaverton Motorcycles.

GOLDSBORO, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- Deacon Jones Auto Group is pleased to announce the complete remodel and all new facility design from Hyundai Motor corporation by Deacon Jones Hyundai in Goldsboro.

DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- The Colorado Optometric Association's doctors of optometry are speaking out this month about dangerous driving in the state. Colorado optometrists are seeing a problem rising on the roads that impact more than just eye health. Fatal car accidents across Colorado have increased over the course of the pandemic even though less miles were driven.

SAN PEDRO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire - National News/ -- EV Range Inc., an EV Charging Network based in San Pedro, CA, is in the process of deploying a total of 26 high-powered (180-350kW) electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across 9 sites throughout California and Nevada in 2022.