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Subaru Forester Earns Top Rating in Latest IIHS Rear Crash Prevention Test

� - - - • 2024 Forester received highest possible rating of “Superior” - • Test addresses costly repairs in low-speed collisions while backing up - • Forester features available Reverse Automatic Braking, an active safety feature that helps prevent rear-end collisions - - - Subaru of America, Inc. announced today the 2024 Subaru Forester received the highest possible rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for their latest rear crash prevention test for small SUVs. Of th...

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Kia Named among Time Magazine's World's Most Sustainable Companies of 2024

Kia is pleased to announce that it has been named among TIME magazine's “World's Most Sustainable Companies of 2024.” TIME Magazine collected a roster of over 5,000 of the world's largest and most influential companies, and then partnered with data firm Statista to develop methodology to assess sustainability. Companies were measured on external sustainability ratings. Key criteria included adherence to the UN Global Compact, alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative, inclusion...

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First New Lancia Ypsilon delivered today

- - • Today, the first New Lancia Ypsilon unit was delivered in the exclusive NEW LANCIA YPSILON EDIZIONE LIMITATA CASSINA launch edition. - • The NEW LANCIA YPSILON EDIZIONE LIMITATA CASSINA, in blue, was delivered by Raffaele Russo, Stellantis Premium Cluster Director for the Italian Market, at the Nuova Auto Alpina dealership in Ivrea. - • The delivery process of the New Lancia Ypsilon reflects the new premium positioning of the brand, which translates into a dealership experience wi...

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Most small SUVs perform well in rear autobrake evaluation

Seven out of eight small SUVs tested performed well in the IIHS rear crash prevention evaluation, which addresses low-speed backing crashes that account for a large portion of insurance claims. The Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Mitsubishi Outlander and Subaru Forester earn the highest rating of superior, while the Mazda CX-5, Toyota RAV4 and Volkswagen Taos are rated advanced. The Hyundai Tucson earns a basic rating. “Since 2018, new vehicles have been required to come with a rear camera that...

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Stellantis Announces Successful Amendment and Maturity Extension of €12 Billion Syndicated Revolving Credit Facility

Stellantis N.V. announced today that it has successfully extended the maturity and amended its syndicated revolving credit facility (“RCF”) of €12.0 billion, originally signed in July 2021. The syndicated credit facility includes a broad-based group of 29 banks from Europe, America and Asia. The RCF is structured in two tranches: €6.0 billion, with a three-year tenor (July 2027), and €6.0 billion, with a five-year tenor (July 2029), each tranche benefiting from two further extension optio...

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90 students receive K.C. Mahindra Scholarship for post graduate studies abroad this year at a total value of ₹337 Lakh

The K.C. Mahindra Education Trust (KCMET) awarded a total of ₹337 Lakh in scholarships to 90 exceptional students under the K.C. Mahindra Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies Abroad. Established by the late K.C. Mahindra in 1953, this scholarship was the first to be set up by the Trust and is an interest-free loan which is granted to students demonstrating outstanding academic and extracurricular achievements. The top three fellows will receive ₹ 10 Lakh each. The recipients...

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Hipcamp and Subaru Partner to Launch 10 Classic American Roadtrip Routes

Hipcamp, the world's leading campsite booking company, in partnership with Subaru of America, Inc. today announced a resource of 10 electric vehicle-ready road trips across the United States. From easy access EV charging to pet-friendly and family stays, road-trippers can filter for options along each route to find the best camping location that fits their needs. - � - The new feature is the first road trip resource provided by Hipcamp and showcases routes located across the country. The ro...

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New Lancia Ypsilon takes the stage at the Umbria Jazz Festival

- - • Great expectations for the concert of Nile Rodgers & CHIC scheduled for Saturday, July 20, starting at 9:00 PM, who will perform on the main stage of Arena Santa Giuliana. - • From July 12 to 21, as a Mobility Partner, Lancia has provided a fleet of New Ypsilons for the transportation of the stars during the Festival, in addition to the exhibition of a model in Piazza Matteotti, the heart of the entire event. - • Available in hybrid and full-electric versions, the New Ypsilon has...

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Subaru Loves to Care® Initiative Continues with $ 30,000 Donation to the Cooper Foundation Helping Camden-Based Patients for Third Year in a Row

In a commitment to furthering its partnership with Cooper University Health Care and bolstering essential services for the Camden community, Subaru of America, Inc., has announced its continued support of $ 30,000 for durable medical equipment and transportation services to continue to fuel Cooper's mission. This donation, part of the Subaru Loves to Care® initiative, aims to provide access to vital medical equipment to Camden City residents. - - The funds are designated for durable medi...

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ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup: Dominant Home Win for Luca Pr�glh�f at Rallye Weiz

- - • Pr�glh�f leads at halfway point of ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup “powered by GSe” - • Austrian claims third win of the season on home event at Rallye Weiz - • Strong performance from motorbike ace Matthias Walkner in Corsa Rally Electric debut - - - � Luca Pr�glh�f celebrated his third win of the season in this year's ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup “powered by GSe” at the weekend. Even a heavy storm that struck the Weiz Rally service park on Friday afternoon, damaged the team tent...

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PIRELLI: Fitch Ratings Improves Rating to 'Bbb' from 'Bbb-' Thanks to Solid Profitability and Cash Generation

Pirelli & C. Spa announces that Fitch Ratings has revised up from 'BBB-' to 'BBB' its Long-Term Issuer Default Rating (IDR) and the rating on Pirelli's senior unsecured debt. The outlook on the IDR rating is stable.� The upgrade, Fitch Ratings underlines, reflects Pirelli's strong profitability and robust free cash flow (FCF), allowing for deleveraging to below their previous positive rating sensitivity. In its report, the agency expects “High Value” tyre sales to remain resilient and...

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Miki Biasion drives Ypsilon Rally 4 HF

- - • Today, Miki Biasion drove in a special test the Lancia Ypsilon Rally 4 HF, the car that marks the official return of Lancia to Rally in Italy, in 2025.� - • The most successful Italian rally driver of all time and two-time World Champion is collaborating in the development of the Lancia Ypsilon Rally 4 HF and the New Lancia Ypsilon HF. - • The setup, braking, and engine calibration of the Lancia Ypsilon Rally 4 HF have been fine-tuned with the support of Miki Biasion, with a conti...

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Nissan Formula E Team survey reveals majority of young people excited by the future of electric mobility

Nissan Formula E Team has released a global study, alongside OnePoll*, demonstrating the desire of young people for a future featuring electric mobility. The survey* was conducted among 6,000 participants aged between 8 and 16 across Brazil, Italy, Japan, Mexico, UK, and US. The results fit with Nissan Formula E Team's latest marketing campaign, 'Department of Futures'. The playful video, which is being released both on the Nismo and Nissan global social media channels, depicts a group of...

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Staying Power: the Porsche 911 drive technology

The story of the Porsche 911 drive technology is a story of continuous innovation and unique heritage.�The highlight for now: high-performance partial hybridization for the 992 generation. The interim result after six decades of 911 drive development: twice the displacement, four times the power, and an unchanged basic concept. “We're surprised again and again at how improvable and adaptable the six-cylinder boxer engine is,” says Thomas Krickelberg, Head of Operating Excellence in the 91...

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Mitsubishi Electric Launches Railway Data Analysis Service Utilizing Serendie Digital Platform

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced that it has launched a railway data analysis service utilizing SerendieTM2, its digital platform for the optimal use of energy and the optimal deployment and operation of railway assets by railway companies. The new service is available for immediate use. In the railway industry, various measures aiming at the realization of carbon neutrality and decarbonization are being implemented. These include the use of renewable energy such...

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Funda��o Ajuda em A��o and designer Roselyn Silva launch a charity collection in collaboration with Alstom Foundation

The Alstom Foundation, together with Alstom in Portugal and the Portuguese NGO Ajuda em A��o is developing the "Women in Action" project in the municipality of Loures, near Lisbon, Portugal. This initiative promotes self-employment activities for women facing the risk of social exclusion, by establishing a sewing training school and providing entrepreneurship and business training. For its implementation, Alstom Foundation provides logistical assistance and finances the training staff, ma...

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Audi and bp team up with strategic partnership for Formula 1

- - • Exclusive sponsorship and technical partnership sees bp become the first official partner of the future Audi factory team in F1 - • bp to develop FIA-specified Advanced Sustainable fuel for Audi's entry into Formula 1 in 2026 - • Castrol to develop lubricants for Audi's V6 turbo engine and EV fluids for the electric motor and battery - - - Audi and bp are joining forces in an extensive new strategic partnership in Formula 1. As Audi prepares to enter the pinnacle of motor racing in 20...

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Learning for the future – with artificial intelligence and virtual reality

At the BMW Group's Munich site, a powerful symbol is emerging: the new Talent Campus. Soon to become the company's education centre, the Campus will provide training and professional development for some 40,000 employees in Munich – including 900 apprentices and 300 participants on young talent programmes. The state-of-the-art building will include training spaces with the latest technologies for innovative learning, as well as workshops and a public caf�. It will show clearly the importan...

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The MICHELIN Guide writes a new chapter in its history in China

- - • For the very first time, and after covering several, major Chinese cities, the MICHELIN Guide will release restaurant selections at a provincial level, starting with two new destinations: Fujian and Jiangsu - • By doing so, the MICHELIN Guide reaffirms its ambition to better connect with Chinese diners and food enthusiasts, while promoting authentic Chinese food cultures internationally - - - Michelin is pleased to announce the MICHELIN Guide's arrival in two new Chinese destinat...

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Stellantis introduces in its SUSTAINera RECYCLE range the first sustainable engine lubricant made from 100% regenerated oil designed by TotalEnergies Lubrifiants

- - • The first engine lubricant in Europe made from premium regenerated oil offers the same performance as a lubricant based on virgin oils. - • The environmentally responsible product complies with many manufacturers' standards, and it is eco-designed with a 100% recyclable packaging. - • This project is yet another example of Stellantis and TotalEnergies Lubrifiants commitment to circular economy as part of their decarbonization strategies. - - - � Stellantis continues to drive the tran...

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Four Seasons Hotel Miami and MOKE International Debut Custom Electric MOKE in Brickell

Four Seasons Hotel Miami and MOKE International, the first heritage automotive brand from the 1960s to go fully electric, have come together to bring a custom Electric MOKE as the newest sustainable amenity for Hotel guests to explore Brickell and beyond. Proudly built in the UK, the Electric MOKE is a stylish and street-legal mode of transport, ideally suited to Miami's vibrant landscape. Available for four-hour excursions through the Hotel's concierge or as a Suite Offer, the Elect...

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New Polestar Concept BST makes its global debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed

Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) is once again at Goodwood Festival of Speed showing its expanded model line-up with the new Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 electric SUVs joining the Polestar 2 centre stage. Star of the show is the Polestar Concept BST, making its global debut at the famous motoring festival. In the first glance paddock the Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 are joined by the Polestar 6 Concept, marking the dynamic debut for the electric roadster concept. � Thomas Ingenlath, CEO of Polestar said:...

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IIHS-HLDI research finds little evidence that partial automation prevents crashes

Crash records and insurance data offer little evidence that partial automation systems are preventing collisions, research from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Highway Loss Data Institute shows. “Everything we're seeing tells us that partial automation is a convenience feature like power windows or heated seats rather than a safety technology,” IIHS President David Harkey said. The clearest evidence so far comes from studies of BMW and Nissan vehicles that have been on...

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Brembo Invests in Spoke Safety, Connected Mobility Startup

Brembo, the global leader in braking systems, is investing in advanced connected mobility solutions by acquiring a stake in Spoke Safety, a U.S. - startup specializing in the development of digital communication technologies between vehicles and the road ecosystem. With this investment, Brembo continues its journey to enhance its expertise in software and cloud connectivity for the digital innovation of its solutions. The goal is to facilitate the communication of braking systems with othe...

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Display of DS Automobiles' Flair at Chantilly Arts & �l�gance Richard Mille

- - • DS Automobiles will show a completely new design study at the Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille concours, which will take place on 15 September in the Ch�teau de Chantilly gardens. - • Launched in 2014, at the same time as DS Automobiles, Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille has become an unmissable event for French automotive enthusiasts. - • A partner from the very beginning, DS Automobiles has already won numerous awards at Chantilly, including the most coveted “Best O...

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Class-Leading Advanced Driver Assistance Systems for New Generation Opel Light Commercial Vehicles

- - • State-of-the-art: Extensive ADAS range for new Combo, Vivaro and Movano - • Safer turning and manoeuvring: Dynamic Surround Vision - • Segment-leader: ADAS of new Movano reaches level 2 automated driving - - - � Light commercial vehicles are used by busy people in a wide range of fields. Whether it is gaining access to construction sites, transporting parcels or large equipment – LCVs are flexible, modern workhorses. Drivers of the new Opel Combo Electric, Opel�Vivaro Elec...

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An Icon Reimagined: McLaren and the LEGO Group Unveil the LEGO® Technic™ McLaren P1™

The British supercar maker McLaren Automotive and the LEGO Group today unveil their latest collaboration paying tribute to the world's most pioneering hybrid hypercar, with the introduction of the LEGO® Technic™ McLaren P1™. The McLaren P1™ redefined automotive high-performance as the most exciting, most capable, most technologically advanced and most dynamically accomplished supercar of its time. The P1™ leveraged McLaren's advanced motorsport-based engineering, featuring ground-breaking...

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Stellantis Grows in European Total and Electrified Markets in the First Half of the Year

- - • Stellantis ends the first semester of 2024 growing by 0.9% in volumes and totalizing a market share of 18.2 [1] % - • Stellantis is #1 in France, Italy and Portugal both in June and year-to-date, with Germany, Italy, Poland and Portugal recording ytd steady growth - • Stellantis Pro One reaffirms its CV market leadership, with over 28.5% share and 4% volume increase - • In the Low-Emission-Vehicle (LEV) market, Stellantis saw steady sales increase, with BEV growth in France over...

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Solving urban mobility challenges: TomTom's expert explains

As the world changes, so does the way we move. As cities grow, daily commutes also grow, elevating traffic volume, congestion and pollution. Add to this, time loss and higher fuel expenses for drivers. To understand how to find a sustainable solution for this problem, we spoke with Ralf-Peter Sch�fer, TomTom's VP Product Management of Traffic, Travel and Routing. Watch Ralf-Peter share his insights on innovating for urban connectivity Awareness of climate change is accelerating the d...

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Subaru Motorsports USA Debuts 2024 WRX: Project Midnight

� - - - • Quickest and fastest WRX race car to date from Subaru Motorsports USA - • Piloted by ex-F1 driver and rallycross champion Scott Speed - • 670 horsepower turbocharged BOXER engine and all-wheel drive - • Lightweight tarmac special weighs 2,469 lbs. - - - Subaru Motorsports USA today officially revealed “Project Midnight,” the quickest and fastest ever WRX making its debut July 11-14 at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed. Born from the success of the record-breaking "Airslayer...

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The Opel Corsa Rally Electric Electrifies Styria

- - • Rallye Weiz: Round four of ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup “powered by GSe” - • Goal-oriented: Austrian Luca Pr�glh�f wants to extend lead of standings on home soil - • Guest appearance: Offroad star Matthias Walkner, journalist Reiner Kuhn and top co-driver Ilka Minor also at the start - - - � The Rallye Weiz in Austria will be the venue for a qualifying round of the ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup “powered by GSe” for the third time on July 12/13. The event, which is popular with f...

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All compounds on track over next three races

The longest season in Formula 1 history continues with a further three races in Europe, the first two in Hungary and Belgium come before the summer break, while the third in the Netherlands kicks off the next part of the season. Over these three rounds every compound in Pirelli's 2024 range will come into play. Starting in Budapest from 19 to 21 July, it will be the turn of the softest trio, with the C3 as Hard, the C4 as Medium and the C5 as Soft. One week later and the circus moves to o...

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2025 Honda Pilot collects highest IIHS award

The 2025 Honda Pilot, a midsize SUV, qualifies for a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. To earn the 2024 Top Safety Pick+ award, vehicles need good ratings in the small overlap front and updated side tests as well as a good or acceptable rating in the updated moderate overlap front test. Other requirements include an acceptable or good rating in the pedestrian front crash prevention evaluation and acceptable- or good-rated headlights across all trim l...

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Save the Date – FIAT 125th Anniversary – Live streaming Press Conference

Olivier Francois, FIAT CEO, will host “Smiling to the future”, a media event organized in occasion of the celebration of the 125th anniversary of the FIAT�brand at the historic Lingotto building. John Elkann, Stellantis Chairman, and Carlos Tavares, Stellantis CEO will give keynote addresses. FIAT to give a glimpse on future projects and inaugurate the new "Casa FIAT" at Pinacoteca Agnelli. Click on this LINK to follow the Live Press Conference on July 11th at 4.45 p.m. CEST....

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Auto Coach Works Expands Comprehensive Auto Body and Collision Services Across Los Angeles

Auto Coach Works is pleased to announce the expansion of its premier auto body shop in Sun Valley CA, offering complete auto body repair and collision center services, including windshield repair, auto glass repair, and auto paint repair, throughout Los Angeles and the Valley areas. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Auto Coach Works, offers top-notch services in communities such as Sun Valley, Shadow Hills, North Hollywood, Glendale, Burbank, San Fernando, Sylmar,...

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Valeo and Seeing Machines announce strategic collaboration to offer Advanced Driver and Occupant Monitoring Solutions.

Valeo, a global leader in the automotive industry, and Seeing Machines, the advanced computer vision technology company that designs AI-powered operator monitoring systems to improve transport safety, today announced a strategic collaboration aimed at strengthening their position in the driver and occupant monitoring systems (OMS) market. As part of this agreement, Valeo is transferring its driver monitoring perception software activity to Seeing Machines. This activity, stemming from the...

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Hats off to Sesks, praises WRC leader Neuville

While he ended the event one position behind Neuville in fifth overall, Sesks – who was debuting a non-hybrid M-Sport Ford Puma on the high-speed gravel event – stole two points from the championship leader by ending Saturday's action 0.1sec ahead of him. - - Latvian youngster Sesks also posted a top-two time on the rally's second stage, where he was partially aided by road position. - - “It's definitely good to see,” said Neuville, who leads the championship by 15 points after round seven o...

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People Carrier is Ready to Go: Opel Opens Order Books for New Combo Electric

- - • For family, travel and everyday tasks: New Combo Electric from €38,600 (RRP incl. VAT in Germany) - • Up-to-date: With Opel Vizor brand face for the first time, glare-free Intelli-Lux LED® Matrix Light, up to 18 assistance systems, and best-in-class connectivity - • Electric increase: Combo Electric now with up to 345 kilometres of locally emissions-free range (WLTP1 ) - • Plenty of space: Combo Electric with a load volume of up to 4,000 litres - - - � Opel has already shown...

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Standard Pirelli DIABLO Superbike tyres for the UK WorldSBK round

For this round, the Italian tyre manufacturer has chosen almost exclusively standard solutions, with the exception of the development SC1 in D0444 specification, which expands the range of front options for WorldSSP riders. Giorgio Barbier - Motorcycle Racing Director Same compounds also used in BSB, in WorldSSP the comparison of front SC1s continues "In 2023 we raced at Donington, for the first time in two decades, on a new asphalt that offers more grip and a more even surfa...

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Lancia is back in Spain with New Ypsilon

- - • With the unveiling of the New Lancia Ypsilon and the start of reservations, Lancia is now officially back in Spain. - • The first New Lancia Ypsilon units will be delivered to customers from October onwards. - • In 2024, Lancia will open up its first 10 showrooms with 19 after-sales service points, located in major Spanish cities. In 2025, Lancia will expand its distribution network with the opening of additional 10 showrooms. - • The New Lancia Ypsilon will be available in bo...

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Commission imposes provisional countervailing duties on imports of battery electric vehicles from China while discussions with China continue

Nine months after the initiation of an ex officio anti-subsidy investigation, the European Commission has imposed provisional countervailing duties on imports of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) from China. Based on the investigation, the Commission has concluded that the BEV value chain in China benefits from unfair subsidisation, which is causing a threat of economic injury to EU BEV producers. The investigation has also examined the likely consequences and impact of these measures...

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Mercedes-Benz issues its first Green Auto Loan ABS, expanding sustainable finance in China

- - • Pioneering Initiative: �Mercedes-Benz becomes the first foreign automaker to issue a Green Asset-Backed-Security (ABS) in China, with an annual coupon of 1.87% and oversubscription ratio of three times. - • Expanding Sustainable Finance Instruments: �Green ABS another example of expanding regional footprint in sustainable finance in line with Mercedes-Benz Ambition 2039. - • Green Transformation: �Proceeds will be used for financing the new retail loan business of Battery Electric V...

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Kia Announces Pricing for 2025 Soul

- - • New for 2025 is a SoulmateTM Special Edition package - • 2025 Soul has a starting MSRP of only $ 20,2901 - - - Kia's iconic Soul arrives for the 2025 model year ready to impress.� The urban runabout continues with an attractive starting MSRP of under $ 21,0001, which includes an extensive list of standard features, plus eight available collision avoidance and driver assist technologies2.� Soul's standard 2.0L 4-cylinder powertrain also continues to deliver an EPA-estimated 35 MPG...

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Opel Corsa Best-Selling Small Car in Germany in First Half of 2024

- - • Hugely popular Corsa with over 20,000 new registrations in Germany so far this year - • Corsa Electric also leading the segment of battery-electric small cars - • Opel achieves growth of almost 18 per cent in June, passenger car market share up significantly to 5.8 per cent - - - � The Opel Corsa continues to go from strength to strength. The small car bestseller from R�sselsheim was Germany's most popular small car in the first half of 2024. According to the Federal Motor...

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e-ROUTES, the electric vehicle co-pilot for stress-free journeys, designed by Stellantis

- - • Stellantis extends e-ROUTES app to all its brands in Europe this summer - • e-ROUTES plans, guides to destination and recommends optimal charging stations along any route to ease range anxiety - • Stellantis is the first automaker to provide a route-planning smartphone app integrated with real-time vehicle data and projection solutions, tailored for electric vehicles - - - - e-ROUTES is a Stellantis mobile application designed for full electric vehicles, seamlessly compatible w...

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Reshad de Gerus announced as Goodyear Wingfoot Award winner for LMP2 at Le Mans

Goodyear celebrates IDEC Sport's Reshad de Gerus as the winner of the Goodyear Wingfoot Award for the LMP2 class at last month's 24 Hours of Le Mans. The European Le Mans Series driver recorded the fastest triple stint average during the 24-hour race last month, earning him the Goodyear trophy. The award is calculated by taking the average lap time across a set number of stints (excluding laps under Full Course Yellow, Safety Car and Slow Zones). The award recognises the consistent perfor...

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Lancia is back in France with New Ypsilon

- - • With the unveiling of the New Lancia Ypsilon, today Lancia is officially back in France. - • The New Lancia Ypsilon will be available in hybrid and 100% electric versions with a complete, versatile and efficient range, formed by three trim levels. - • The New Lancia Ypsilon leads the B premium hatchback segment, thanks to its exterior lighting system, best-in-class in terms of technology and extent, thanks to its parking assist, dual 10.25” segment-leading display surface are...

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Scott Speed to Join Travis Pastrana and the Subaru Family Huckster at 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed

Following a star turn in Gymkhana 2022 and jaw dropping blasts up the hill in Goodwood's 2022 and 2023 Shootout Hillclimbs, absolute legend Travis Pastrana and the Subaru Family Huckster return to thrill the crowds at the Goodwood Festival of Speed on July 11-14. This time around, they're bringing some friends. - - Subaru Motorsports USA driver Scott Speed, the four-time rallycross champion who was instrumental in the development of the team's winning rallycross machines, will join Pastra...

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Puma, Mercedes-Amg Petronas Formula One Team, and R�burn Collaborate on Groundbreaking Upcycling Collection

Global Sports Company PUMA, is proud to announce an exciting new collaboration with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team and R�BURN, the innovative London-based creative studio known for repurposing surplus materials. This dynamic partnership amplifies the upcycling ethos of R�BURN, using race-worn suits from the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team to create elevated pieces. Combined with PUMA's rich sporting heritage, this collaboration creates a groundbreaking collection that s...

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Orders open for the most technological Fiat Panda ever

- - • The beloved Panda, now more technological than ever, is available for ordering in Europe. - • The new Panda line-up comes with new ADAS and cutting-edge technology and is set to conquer the heart of all Panda lovers. - - - � With a long and successful story dating back to 1980, the iconic and inspirational Fiat Panda has led the market for forty-four years now, with more than 8 million units sold in Europe during its leadership. The most beloved car by Italians and a symbol o...

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Stellantis Invests Additional $ 55 Million in Archer Following Recent Flight Test Milestone

- - • Investment from Stellantis under the companies' strategic funding agreement builds on the $ 39 million worth of open market purchases of Archer stock that Stellantis completed earlier this year, and the $ 110 million investment made by Stellantis in Archer during 2023 - • Construction nears completion on Archer's high-volume manufacturing facility in Covington, Georgia, which is on track to be completed later this year - - - Stellantis N.V. �(NYSE: STLA / Euronext Milan: STLAM / Euron...

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Dow announces bio-based NORDEL™ REN EPDM at DKT 2024

� Dow �(NYSE: DOW) is proud to announce at the German Rubber Conference (DKT) 2024 the launch of NORDEL™ REN Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymers (EPDM), a bio-based version of Dow's EPDM rubber material that goes into automotive, infrastructure and consumer applications. A key component of automotive weatherseals and hoses, Dow aims to support not just the automotive industry in achieving its sustainability goals with the launch of NORDEL™ REN EPDM, but as EPDM also goes into building pr...

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New Assistance Systems Mandatory From July: Opel Models are Ready

- - • Safety first: Many assistance systems already standard in best-selling Corsa small car - • Best vision: Intelli-Lux Pixel HD Light with over 50,000 elements in new Grandland - • Always one step ahead: Opel models have always featured groundbreaking technologies - - - � From July 7, 2024, the EU will make additional assistance systems mandatory for new registrations of passenger cars (class M1) and light commercial vehicles (class N1). The aim is to reduce the number of accident...

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Pirelli brings a new Moto2™ rear tyre to the German GP

Right after the Dutch GP at Assen, Pirelli moves on to Germany, following the riders in the Moto2™ and Moto3™ classes, where next weekend the German Grand Prix will be held at the Sachsenring. In addition to being the shortest circuit in the calendar (3,671 metre lap), the German circuit is peculiar in that it has many left-hand corners, most of which are long and very fast, and an abrasive asphalt that offers little grip, two elements that, when combined, make it unique and particu...

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Stellantis Adapts Leadership Team in Enlarged Europe to Lead Company Through Increasingly Competitive Environment

Stellantis today announced the following changes, effective July 1st. Eric Laforge is appointed Head of Ram and Dodge, Enlarged Europe, in addition to his current responsibility as Head of Jeep® brand, Enlarged Europe, reporting to Uwe Hochgeschurtz, Stellantis Chief Operating Officer, Enlarged Europe. Eric Laforge will replace Domenico Gostoli, who will be responsible of the Italy National Sales Company light commercial vehicles (LCV) business unit, reporting to Santo Ficili, Stellantis...

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Dow and Fiori Group sign MoU to develop sustainable solutions for circularity in the mobility market

Dow �(NYSE: DOW) and� Fiori Group, a company that collects, stores and processes ferrous and non-ferrous materials,�announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate in the development of a new ecosystem for recycling end-of-life (EOL) parts and materials of vehicles. The MoU addresses both companies' intent to handle analysis of the dismantling process and its impact on EOL waste fraction quality and suitability for recycling processes, as well as to create the...

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ACCIONA Energ�a and URW partner to install charging points in shopping centers

- - • All the electricity supplied will �have 100% renewable guarantees of origin, avoiding the emission of 2,255 tons of CO2 into the atmosphere, equivalent to planting more than 125,000 trees - - - ACCIONA Energ�a announced the signing of an agreement with shopping center owner Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) to install 180 new electric vehicle charging points in four shopping centers in Spain. The charging stations will be available for public use and will be installed in the shoppi...

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Lexus Extends Charitable Efforts to the V Foundation for Cancer Research

- - • Becomes Exclusive Automotive Sponsor for the ESPYS Celebrity Golf Classic and Poker Tournament and The V Foundation Wine Celebration - - - Lexus joins the V Foundation for Cancer Research and its mission to achieve Victory Over Cancer®, becoming the Exclusive Automotive Sponsor of the ESPYS Celebrity Golf Classic and Poker Tournament, as well as The V Foundation Wine Celebration. “Lexus' presence in the golf and culinary space has allowed us to see first-hand the impact the V Found...

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Long drive show match at the 35th BMW International Open.

Sports fans need to mark this Thursday (4th July) in their calendars and head on over to Golfclub M�nchen Eichenried. At the 35th BMW International Open, this is not only when the first round of the tournament with Germany's golfing legend Bernhard Langer and many other stars will start, but also when the 18th hole will be turned into a long drive arena with top-level competitors at the end of the first round (approx. 18:30). From the stand, spectators will have the best view of the powerf...

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Pure driving enjoyment: northern Spain in the Audi Q6 e-tron

- - • Axles kinematically refined, control systems and steering precisely tuned to ensure driving dynamics typical of the brand - • High emotionality and driving enjoyment thanks to sporty powertrains - • Experience innovations: augmented reality head-up display stages driving-relevant content and marks the next big step in digital display technology� - - - The road climbs steeply for around 150 meters, followed by a hairpin bend that requires precise steering. The fluid combination of bend...

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Frustrating Portland E-Prix for Nissan Formula E Team

Nissan Formula E Team had a tough double-header in Portland, missing out on points in both Rounds 13 and 14 of the 2023/24 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Caio Collet, the team's reserve and simulator driver, made his Formula E debut in place of the ill Oliver Rowland. The 22-year-old Brazilian showed his ability straight away, taking a solid seventh in Group B, starting his maiden E-Prix in 14th, narrowly ahead of teammate Sacha Fenestraz in 16th. In the first race of the weekend,...

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VSC Clinches 2024 Bulldog PR Awards for Clients BrandShield and Pebble

VSC, a strategic communications agency, is proud to announce two Gold wins for work on behalf of clients BrandShield and Pebble have won Bulldog PR Awards for their exceptional contributions to public relations and communications. The Bulldog PR Awards celebrate the pinnacle of excellence in public relations and communications, recognizing outstanding achievements across various categories. As the only PR awards program judged exclusively by journalists, these awards set a high standa...

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New Mazda CX-90 PHEV earns highest accolade

The new Mazda CX-90 PHEV, a midsize SUV, earns a Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. To qualify for the 2024 Top Safety Pick+ award, vehicles need good ratings in the small overlap front and updated side tests as well as a good or acceptable rating in the updated moderate overlap front test. Other requirements include an acceptable or good rating in the pedestrian front crash prevention evaluation and acceptable- or good-rated headlights across all tri...

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Ram #1 Industry Brand J.D. Power Initial Quality Study℠

- - • Ram top-performing Mass Market brand, and #1 overall - • Fourth time in five years Ram among top three in industry – second time as #1 - • Ram 1500 best Full-size Light Duty Pickup second straight year - • Ram 2500/3500 pickup third among Heavy Duty Pickups - - - Ram outperformed every brand in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Initial Quality StudySM (IQS), remaining as the only truck-exclusive marque ever to do so. The result adds to an extraordinary string of top IQS finishes by Ram, which...

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Mitsubishi Electric Delivers Smart-meter System to Taiwan Market as First Overseas Project

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced that, in cooperation with system integrator Glory Technology Service Inc. and Taiwan's leading telecommunications company Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd., it has supplied Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) with a headend system as the central point for managing and controlling smart meters, and also communication modules to be embedded into the smart meters and data concentrator units. The system is already in partial operation as the first...

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2024 MICHELIN Guide Hano� | Ho Chi Minh City | Da Nang celebrates 3 new one Stars

- - • The 2024 MICHELIN Guide Hanoi | Ho Chi Minh City | Da Nang features a total of 164 food establishments: 7 one MICHELIN Star, 58 Bib Gourmand and 99 MICHELIN Selected venues. - • Da Nang, newly covered in this second edition, contributes 36 entries to the Guide - including 1 one MICHELIN Star, the first MICHELIN Green Star in Vietnam, and 16 Bib Gourmand establishments. - • The number of Bib Gourmand eateries is double last year's list, with 29 newcomers. Out of these new entries,...

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Subaru Appoints Three New Executives to Leadership Team; Announces Vice President Retirements

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) today announced three new appointments to its executive leadership team – Aurelian Sin as vice president and chief information officer (CIO), Tim Stallings as vice president of retailer development, and Theresa Zohlman as vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). As part of the automaker's ongoing succession planning, it also announced the retirement of Ken L'Esperance, the current vice president and CFO, effective August 2nd, and Scott McKessy, the cu...

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Kia America Announces 2025 Seltos Pricing

Today, Kia America announced pricing on the 2025 Seltos. This year's Seltos offers new standard features and improvements across all trim levels, maintaining its competitive edge in the compact SUV market. Trim Levels/Pricing - MSRP1 (excludes $ 1,375 destination) Seltos S FWD������������������������� $ 25,090 Seltos EX FWD��������������������� � $ 26,090 Seltos LX AWD������������������������$ 24,590 Seltos S AWD������������������������� $ 26,590 Seltos EX AWD����������������������� $ 2...

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The New Opel Grandland: When Visionary Dreams Become True

- - • From concept to reality: New Grandland brings Opel Experimental ideas to life - • Design of the future today: Blitz logo and Opel lettering at rear illuminated for first time - • Resource-saving mobility: All-electric Grandland Electric, no chrome, interior fabrics made of 100 per cent recycled materials - - - �“German Energy” – the Opel Experimental shows what that means down to the smallest detail. The concept car, which was first presented at the IAA Mobility last year, g...

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Polestar adds rear-wheel drive to Polestar 3 line-up

- - • Polestar 3 Long range Single motor starts at €79.890* including handover fee� - • Up to 650 km (WLTP**) range with same luxury features, technology and design as rest of Polestar 3 line-up�� - - - - - • Available to order in Europe*** from today, with North America and Australia to follow later in 2024� - - - Polestar is introducing a Long range Single motor to the Polestar 3 line-up, giving consumers another way to get behind the wheel of its SUV for the electric age. With a startin...

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Portland E-prix: Ds Automobiles Ready for the Penultimate Venue of the Season

- - • DS Automobiles and PENSKE AUTOSPORT will take part in the Portland E-Prix this weekend - - - � - - - • The American double-header is expected once more to set the scene for several overtaking moves - - - � - - - • Two-time Formula E champion Jean-Eric Vergne and 2022 champion Stoffel Vandoorne are ready to play a starring role within the Franco-American squad - - - � For the second consecutive year, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship will visit Portland in the Unit...

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Pirelli at the heart of the action at the majestic Spa track for the one hundredth edition of the 24 Hours

Pirelli is the sole tyre supplier for this 100th edition of the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa. The endurance race taking place on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 June is held at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit, widely regarded as one of the ultimate tests of man and machine. It is one of the biggest events in the world to have a single tyre supplier and this represents an unparalleled logistical and manpower effort from Pirelli. Apart from the 67 cars entered in the Belgian round of the Fanatec GT...

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Compact Van Pioneer: The Opel Zafira Celebrated its World Premiere 25 Years Ago

- - • Revolutionary: Flex7 seat concept set new standards for interior variability in 1999 - • Award winning: Zafira receives prestigious “Golden Steering Wheel” several times - • Fuel cell pioneer: Locally emissions-free HydroGen vehicles based on Zafira - • Modern, flexible “spacecraft”: Opel Zafira, Combo and soon new Frontera - - - � Emotional, efficient and, above all, highly practical, with lots of flexible space for the whole family or for use as a VIP shuttle – these are the...

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BMW Group France presents 'The Green Ray' by the winning duo of the BMW ART MAKERS programme, artist Mustapha Azeroual and curator Marjolaine L�vy.

As part of the BMW ART MAKERS programme, the artist Mustapha Azeroual and the curator Marjolaine L�vy are developing their project 'The Green Ray'. This artistic project is a new experiment resulting from their collaboration and will culminate in an original, immersive exhibition designed specifically to be shown at the Cloister of Saint-Trophime during the Rencontres d'Arles. The exhibition will be redesigned for Paris Photo at the Grand Palais, Paris. - - - • The BMW ART MAKERS programme...

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Mountain bike legend commits to Latvia WRC debut

The entry list for the lightning-fast gravel event, which joins the WRC calendar for the first time after several successful years within the FIA European Rally Championship, was published today (Tuesday 25 June). It includes Semenuk and his co-driver Keaton Williams in a WRC2-entered Toyota GR Yaris Rally2. - - Hailing from Canada, Semenuk is a works driver for Subaru Motorsports USA and has found success on both two wheels and four. In addition to his rallying achievements, the 33-year-ol...

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Polestar introduces Polestar 2 design updates and more customisation options

Polestar announces a new Polestar 2 for 2025 model year, complete with design updates, a new pack structure, individual options and increased range for all versions.�Launched in Europe and Canada today, other markets will follow later in 2024.� The Polestar 2 receives two new exterior colour options. Vapour, a contemporary colour with a light metallic effect, inspired by modern city architecture,�replaces Magnesium as the standard colour. Storm, a dark aluminium colour first seen on the P...

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Pirelli P Zero Race TLR RS Is the First Bicycle Tyre in the World with FSC®-Certified Natural Rubber

Starting from today, the P Zero Race TLR RS tyre is the first tyre in the cycling industry to use FSC ® -certified natural rubber* (FSC ® stands for Forest Stewardship Council ® – a globally recognised NGO devoted to responsible forest management). This tyre, made in Pirelli's Milan-Bollate plant, is the first in a future range featuring this certification. It indicates that the natural rubber used comes from plantations managed to preserve biodiversity and benefit the lives of the local...

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BMW X2 snags 2024 Top Safety Pick award

The 2024 BMW X2, a small SUV, earns the Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety with stellar ratings for crashworthiness and crash avoidance. To qualify for the 2024 Top Safety Pick award, vehicles need good ratings in the small overlap front, original moderate overlap front and updated side tests; an acceptable or good rating in the pedestrian front crash prevention evaluation; and acceptable- or good-rated headlights across all trim levels. Redesigned for...

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Pajari holds out to make Rally1 debut at home

Pajari, 22, had been scheduled to debut a Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 in Latvia next month, but a shuffle in Toyota GAZOO Racing's driver line-up has altered those plans. - Eight-time WRC champion S�bastien Ogier will now drive the team's fourth GR Yaris car in Latvia, joining Elfyn Evans, Kalle Rovanper� and Takamoto Katsuta for the all-new event. As a result, Pajari's will make maiden top-flight appearance in Finland in August. - Team principal Jari-Matti Latvala explained how the decision...

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Kia Adds Hybrid Powertrain to the Carnival Mpv Lineup and Announces 2025 Pricing

- - • 2025 Kia Carnival has a starting MSRP of $ 36,500 - • New Carnival Hybrid variant starts at $ 40,500 - • Refreshed MPV elevates multi-purpose appeal with hybrid power, sophisticated design enhancements and next-gen technology - - - Today, Kia announced pricing details for the refreshed 2025 Carnival, which boasts a bolder design, next-gen technology and an optional turbo-hybrid powertrain, highlighting its versatile multi-purpose capabilities. Trim Levels/Pricing – MSRP (exclude...

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Pirelli brings standard allocation to the "Cathedral of Speed"

More than three weeks after the Mugello race, where, thanks in part to the contribution of Pirelli tyres, all track records were broken, the Moto2™ and Moto3™ riders will next weekend tackle the historic TT circuit of Assen, in Holland. Also known as the "Cathedral of Speed" because of the high speeds and sudden changes of direction that, especially in the past, make it one of the most challenging tracks in the championship. It is not a particularly demanding track for tyres and, for t...

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Getting more out of maps: Goetz Weber's unusual journey in software application strategy

Who is Goetz Weber – theoretical physicist, aspiring actor, serial entrepreneur, early-stage CEO and COO, software engineer and strategist, spanning the finance, gaming, mobile, Bitcoin and mapping industries? Somehow, he's all of these things. We talked to Goetz, now VP of Commercial Innovation at TomTom, to share his story and unpack his passion for transforming the maps market. Growing up, Goetz was interested in physics. Fast forward, and he made his childhood dream come true: “I am a...

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