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May 8, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Global Payments Expands Partnership with Lightspeed DMS to Power Embedded Payments for Dealerships
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global Payments announced that its Integrated and Platforms business has secured the renewal and expansion of its partnership with Lightspeed DMS....
May 8, 2026 at 6:36 AM
Leveraging the Legacy of the 2025 Osaka Expo — SkyDrive and Partners Launch Japan’s First Consortium for Vertiport Operations —
TOYOTA, Japan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading Japanese developer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) (*1) aircraft, is proud to announce the formation of Japan’s first consortium for the commercial operation and joint usage of an eVTOL vertiport. The new consortium, which brings together the Osaka prefectural government, Osaka municipal government, Osaka Metro Co., Ltd., Soracle and Marubeni Corporation will support the commercialization of Osakako Vertiport...
May 7, 2026 at 4:15 PM
For Third Quarter Fiscal 2026, Strattec Continued to Advance Transformation Efforts to Strengthen Business Performance
MILWAUKEE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For Third Quarter Fiscal 2026, Strattec (Nasdaq: STRT) Continued To Advance Transformation Efforts To Strengthen Business Performance...
May 5, 2026 at 4:00 AM
OCTO and Sedgwick Announce Strategic Telematics Partnership
ROME--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OCTO, a global leader in telematics and data analytics, today announced a strategic partnership with Sedgwick, the world’s leading provider of claims and risk management solutions. Together, the two companies will reshape the future of insurance and mobility by combining advanced telematics with claims management services. The collaboration aims to create a new model where telematics and efficiency come together to transform the customer experience. By integrating OCTO’s...
May 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
LA Metro Taps Camber Charging to Electrify Bus Network in Time for 2028 Olympics
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Camber Charging, a leading provider of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and services for commercial fleets, today announced it has been selected by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) to deliver, install, and maintain 73 on-route charging systems across 20 locations for LA Metro's growing zero-emission bus fleet. The $58M contract, with first deliveries slated for late 2026, positions Camber as a key infrastructure partne...
May 1, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Barilla Hosts Surprise Formula 1® Family Reunion Dinner During Miami Race Weekend
MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A special invitation, a table, and a plate of pasta shared by people who are often apart. That’s all it took for Barilla to bring the spirit of togetherness to Miami during the opening day of the FORMULA 1® CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2026. Barilla, the Official Pasta Partner of Formula 1®, welcomed team members and their families to Torno Subito Miami, the restaurant by three-Michelin-starred Chef Massimo Bottura, with the kitchen led by Chef Bernardo Paladini, for an e...
May 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Cops ‘N Cars Show Returns to Roswell on June 6 to Support Local Law Enforcement
ROSWELL, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Roswell community is invited to enjoy a day filled with classic cars, local vendors, and family fun at the annual Cops ‘N Cars Show on Saturday, June 6, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Lebanon Baptist Church. Hosted in partnership with the Roswell Police Department, the event is free and open to the public. All proceeds benefit the Friends of Roswell Police Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting community needs and the officers who serve...
Apr 30, 2026 at 6:45 AM
Sonic Automotive Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sonic Automotive, Inc. (“Sonic Automotive,” “Sonic,” the “Company,” “we” “us” or “our”) (NYSE:SAH), one of the nation’s largest automotive retailers, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. First Quarter 2026 Financial Summary First quarter record total revenues of $3.7 billion, up 1% year-over-year; first quarter record total gross profit of $598.8 million, up 6% year-over-year Reported net income in the first quarter was $...
Apr 29, 2026 at 9:14 PM
Faraday Future Successfully Concludes New York Investor Lunch, Presenting Strategic Updates and EAI EV and Robotics Product Showcases
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ: FFAI) ("Faraday Future", "FF" or "Company"), a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company, today announced the successful hosting of an exclusive investor and institutional lunch held in New York City on April 29, 2026. The event, led by Global President, Jerry Wang, brought together approx. 30 key stakeholders from the technology, mobility, and EV sectors to discuss the Company’s...
Apr 29, 2026 at 8:25 AM
Cloyes CEO John Hanighen Appointed Chairman of the Board for Cloyes by MidOcean Partners
FORT SMITH, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cloyes Gear & Products, Inc. (“Cloyes”), the North American leader and global designer, developer, manufacturer, and distributor of mission-critical timing drive systems and components for the automotive aftermarket, today announced that CEO John Hanighen has also been appointed Chairman of the Board for Cloyes by MidOcean Partners. This appointment reflects continued confidence in Hanighen’s leadership and the strategic direction of Cloyes as the company...
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