PPG appoints Alisha Bellezza vice president, global Automotive Coatings
PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)–PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced the appointment of Alisha Bellezza as vice president, global Automotive Coatings, effective July 17, 2023. Bellezza, who will report to Kevin Braun, PPG senior vice president, Industrial Coatings segment, succeeds Vincent Robin, who has announced his intent to retire, effective July 31, 2023. Bellezza will support PPG’s continued focus […]
Summit Wash Holdings Announces Strategic Partnership & CEO Appointment
NORWALK, Conn. & WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Summit Wash Holdings (“Summit” or the “Company”), a leading platform of 37 car wash units across select Northeast, Florida and Nebraska markets, announced today that it has partnered with New Mountain Capital (“New Mountain”), a leading growth-oriented investment firm with over $37 billion of assets under management. The […]
Anyline Partners With the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association To Improve Tire Safety Awareness
National Tire Safety Week Promotes Proper Tire Care, Making Roads Safer and Saving Lives VIENNA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Anyline, a global leader in mobile data capture and data insights, today announces its partnership with the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association to promote tire safety during National Tire Safety Week, taking place June 26 – July 3. Alongside the U.S. […]
Wind River and Samsung Team to Advance the Software-Defined Vehicle
ALAMEDA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The automotive industry is evolving toward the software-defined vehicle, in which more features and functions are enabled primarily through software that can be updated quickly and easily. Ensuring that developers have superior tools, processes, and structures to create, test, and update that software efficiently is a top priority for the entire industry. […]
Delta-Q Technologies Expands RQ Series with New High-Performance Charger
The RQ700, a 700 W battery charging solution, provides high-performance charging and machine uptime for battery-powered light e-mobility, industrial and commercial equipment VANCOUVER, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Delta-Q Technologies, a leading provider of battery charging solutions, today announced the release of the RQ700. The latest product is an expansion to the company’s RQ Series of chargers designed […]
The Latest Data: J.D. Power to unveil 2023 Canada Electric Vehicle Consideration Study this Thursday
Toronto, Ontario — Automotive research company J.D. Power will unveil the key findings of its 2023 Canada Electric Vehicle Consideration (EVC) Study this week during a live webinar session. Slated for Thurs., June 29 at 2 p.m. ET, this half-hour webinar will cover details on overall EV considerations by geography, demographics, vehicle experience and use, […]
Tuesday Ticker: Tesla downgraded by several brokers; Uber plans new service for Toronto
Toronto, Ontario — Tesla ends a winning streak, an Ontario-based miner preps to supply lithium to the industry and Uber plans a new service for Toronto. Downgrades galore Tesla shares have fallen seven percent in the last week, following downgrades from multiple Wall Street brokerages. Goldman Sachs cut Tesla to a “hold” rating on Monday, […]
EV Immersion: Georgian College receives $500k grant to offer extended reality EV training
Barrie, Ontario — Georgian College has been making strides to equip its students with the skills needed for tomorrow’s auto industry, and a recent half-million dollar investment from OVIN’s Regional Future Workforce Program will surely provide a leg-up. This $500,000 grant from the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) will introduce immersive learning opportunities that allow […]
Under the Wire: York police seize 161 stolen vehicles set for international shipments
Toronto, Ontario — York Regional Police announced Friday that its Auto Cargo Theft Unit seized 161 vehicles, valued at more than $10 million, following a months-long investigation in Toronto’s north end. The police press release did not identify the location or locations these allegedly stolen vehicles were seized from; however, a video published alongside the […]
