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U.S. Soy Launches The Pilot Phase Of Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy Mark

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Whatever you make, U.S. Soy makes you more sustainable. That is why the food industry is innovating to improve sustainability in their product supply chains from farm to fork. By labeling soy ingredients with the new Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark, you are recognizing that those soybeans originated from a system of continuous environmental improvement.

From January 19 through March 19, the United Soybean Board (USB) is…

From January 19 through March 19, the United Soybean Board (USB) is teaming up with partners from Soylent and DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences that will be participating in a pilot program to market their products and ingredients as being made with Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy.

«DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences is proud to partner with USB and Soylent in developing the Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark, which represents the many ways that U.S. growers are working to ensure that U.S. soy sets the global benchmark for sustainable plant protein production,» says Tony Andrew, Protein Solutions Business Unit Leader at DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences.

The new mark denotes agricultural practices, such as no-till and cover crops, that deliver sustainable outcomes in biodiversity, soil carbon, water management, and overall soil conservation. U.S. Soy delivers the food industry a quality ingredient to help them meet their sustainability goals by prioritizing soil health and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and energy usage.

Customers can be assured that products carrying the mark contain soy ingredients that:

Were grown in the United States
Are compliant with all U.S. environmental regulations
Protect highly erodible soils and wetlands
Were grown on family farms with responsible labor practices

«It’s an honor to be one of the first companies to receive the Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark. For years, we have created market-leading products rooted in science and sustainability, so it was important to us to be a part of this pilot,» says Demir Vangelov, CEO of Soylent.

Across the U.S., soybean farmers like Belinda Burrier are focused on being good stewards of natural resources and have been utilizing sustainable practices on their farms for years. «It feels good knowing that when I grow this nutrient-dense protein, I am not only helping the food industry feed millions of families across the country sustainably but also contributing to a cleaner planet for the next generation,» said Burrier.

Sustainable ingredients won’t just help food companies and industrial partners to meet their sustainability goals, but their business goals, too as consumer preference for sustainable, U.S. grown products continues to increase. According to USB’s 27^th annual Food Industry Insights survey, when a product is associated with the Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark, the majority (nearly 70%) of consumers familiar with sustainable farming said they would be more likely to purchase the product – showing a strong correlation between the mark and consumer sales. The mark also assures customers that soy used in ingredients was grown in the U.S. on family farms with responsible labor practices and is compliant with all U.S. environmental regulations.

After the pilot program, USB anticipates making the mark available to other interested companies. Requests to use the Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark will be accepted through a USB managed portal. To participate, the customer will provide an overview of their supply chain which will be reviewed by a third-party auditor. The percentage of soy used by end product will be measured and applied against supply standards on a mass balance basis. The Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark is based on a national system of sustainability and conservation laws and regulations and farmer participation in the U.S. Farm Program. It seeks to increase demand for soybeans grown by U.S. farmers that commit to practices such as conservation tillage, cover crops and responsible nutrient management (e.g. right source, right rate, right time, and right place). The Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark applies to those soybean acres grown under best practices on-farm.

To learn more about the Sustainably Grown U.S. Soy mark, or interested in applying to use the mark on your own ingredients and products, visit www.sustainableussoymark.com.

About United Soybean Board
United Soybean Board’s 78 volunteer farmer-directors work on behalf of all U.S. soybean farmers to achieve maximum value for their soy checkoff investments. These volunteers invest and leverage checkoff funds in programs and partnerships to drive soybean innovation beyond the bushel and increase preference for U.S. soy. That preference is based on U.S. soybean meal and oil quality and the sustainability of U.S. soybean farmers. As stipulated in the federal Soybean Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Act, the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service has oversight responsibilities for USB and the soy checkoff. For more information on the United Soybean Board, visit unitedsoybean.org. For more information on U.S. Soy, visit www.ussoy.org.

About DuPont
DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials, ingredients and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, health and wellness, food, and worker safety. More information can be found at www.dupont.com/. Investors can access information included on the Investor Relations section of the website at investors.dupont.com.

About DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences
DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences applies expert science to advance market-driven, healthy and sustainable solutions for the food, beverage, dietary supplement and pharmaceutical industries. We also use cutting-edge biotechnology across a range of markets to advance bio-based solutions to meet the needs of a growing population, while protecting our environment for future generations. We are innovative solvers who help our customers turn challenges into high-value business opportunities. For more information: www.dupontnutritionandbiosciences.com.

About Soylent
Soylent, founded in 2013, is a pioneer in food technology and produces delicious, functionally complete foods that are good for the body and the planet. The company was quick to become a disruptor and a driver in the Food and Beverage world. Soylent is on a mission to provide complete, sustainable nutrition that is accessible, appealing and affordable. Its line of plant-based products are formulated to provide a complete array of protein, vitamins, minerals, fats and carbohydrates that the body needs to thrive in convenient formats. The Company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. For additional information please visit www.Soylent.com.

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Baicells Joins Partners to Develop Evenstar Remote Radio Units

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Baicells, a leading equipment manufacturer of 4G LTE and 5G NR E2E Solutions, today announced it will join Facebook Connectivity and other global partners in the Evenstar program to develop Remote Radio Units (RRU) and improve the adoption of OpenRAN technology.

The Evenstar program is a collaborative effort by global telecom partners to accelerate the adoption of OpenRAN technologies by focusing on building general-purpose RAN reference…

The Evenstar program is a collaborative effort by global telecom partners to accelerate the adoption of OpenRAN technologies by focusing on building general-purpose RAN reference designs for 4G and 5G networks that are aligned with 3GPP and O-RAN specifications. In the development of the RRU, the baseband is split from the radio unit, increasing adoption opportunities by improving mobile network operator (MNO)’s abilities to choose best-in-class technology from a large selection of partners.

Baicells is a valuable partner for the Evenstar program given its ability to provide innovative, cost-effective research and development solutions to further increase the adoption speed of RRUs. The Evenstar program is expected to deliver multiple RRU product SKUs, serving Bands 1, 3, 8, 20, and 28. The architecture is based on O-RAN Alliance Fronthaul specifications based on Split 7.2.

«Baicells is proud to bring our cost-effective, best-in-class, disaggregated RAN solutions to the Evenstar program,» stated the GM of Baicells, Minchul Ho. «With our general purpose RRUs, operators will now have the flexibility to choose our RRU along with other best-of-breed components to make it easy to build 4G/5G networks that are aligned with O-RAN and 3GPP standards.»

«We are excited to see the continued momentum around Evenstar as more partners like Baicells come onboard,» said Jaydeep Ranade, Director of Wireless Engineering for Facebook Connectivity. «Our goal is to work together to drive innovative solutions that will provide operators with greater flexibility, reduced costs and component-level efficiencies within the OpenRAN ecosystem.»

Baicells Evenstar Band 20 RRUs will be available in early Q2 of 2021.

About Baicells

Baicells is an international company, providing disruptively priced and technically innovative 4G LTE and 5G NR Access Solutions that connect more than 50 countries across the globe. Our ever-expanding goal to «Connect the Unconnected» has led to the establishment of offices across five of the seven continents and the development of over 300 patents since our inception in 2014. Baicells currently boasts over 700 private LTE networks across the world, with a large percentage of those trusted networks operating within North America. To meet growing demand for increased connectivity, Baicells production is booming with manufacturing plants operating in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Vietnam alongside an extensive relationship with global manufacturer, Jabil.

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New Mini-Documentary Showcases the Life-changing Health Improvements of Five Dogs in just 30 days with Wild Earth Diet

NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Wild Earth, the leading plant-based, superfood brand, today announced the launch of their new mini-documentary, The 30-Day Dog Food Challenge, to inspire pet parents across the country to create a healthier lifestyle for their dogs by changing what they feed them. The Wild Earth mini-documentary follows the true transformation of four lifestyle influencers that have transitioned their dogs to Wild Earth’s revolutionary plant-based food and the life…

The new mini-documentary was developed to spotlight the extraordinary changes and positive effects that dogs can experience with Wild Earth’s plant-based food, as each influencer tracked their dogs’ progress at home, in addition to regular visits to the vet. Within 30 days of eating Wild Earth’s food, the five dogs experienced life changing results including increased energy levels, improved skin conditions, better mobility, overall enhanced digestive health, and much more.

«Low quality food is often the number one factor in a dog’s poor health, just as if a human were to only eat fast food,» said Dr. Ernie Ward, Co-founder and Chief Veterinary Officer of Wild Earth. «Within just 30 days of eating Wild Earth food, we’re thrilled to see the lifelong transformations and the new revitalized lifestyles that these five dogs can now enjoy. We’re confident that the new mini-documentary and The Wild Earth 30-Day Dog Food Challenge will inspire pet parents across the country to consider the life-altering benefits of a plant-based diet for dogs, and also shed light on the stigma that dogs need a meat-based diet to thrive.»

«Since starting The Wild Earth 30-Day Dog Food Challenge, our dogs have experienced drastic results, specifically with their skin allergies and digestive issues which have both completely dissipated,» said Dianne Scott of @ataleof2pitties. «For years, our pit bull Pugsley was covered with rashes and scabs and had uncontrollable itching, which are now all gone. We’ve also seen amazing progress with our second pit bull, Wednesday, whose suffered with digestive issues her entire life. In the past 30 days, Wednesday hasn’t had any issues with vomiting or diarrhea, which she usually would experience at least twice a week.»

«The biggest changes I’ve seen in my German Shepard, Athena, since transitioning her to Wild Earth for The 30-Day Dog Food Challenge, is the drastic improvement in digestion and a new found energy that never existed before,» said Kristie Barker of @kristiebarkerofficial. «When I was feeding Athena generic dog food, she was so lethargic and constantly had messy poops, which I knew wasn’t normal or healthy. When I changed her diet to Wild Earth, it was the first time in so long that I’ve seen her have a solid bowel movement. She’s also had so much more energy, and we’ve been able to turn her dreadful half mile walks into active and regular three miles walks which have been amazing for her health.»

Inspired by the documentary, Wild Earth is calling all dog parents nationwide to kick off the New Year with a healthy resolution for their pet’s diet. Starting on January 1, 2021, The Wild Earth 30-Day Dog Food Challenge will encourage consumers to transition their dogs of all ages to Wild Earth’s plant-based food for 30 days and to track the positive benefits they see.

The contest will offer simple weekly goals and challenges to create habits for a healthier overall lifestyle. To enter the challenge, dog owners can track their dog’s progress on Instagram, participate in daily challenges, and share transformation photos using #WE30DayChallenge to be entered to win weekly prizes from Wild Earth.

Wild Earth is offering a «Starter Kit» package for pet parents that are ready to take on The Wild Earth 30-Day Dog Food Challenge and ensure a healthier, longer life for their pets. For more information, and to purchase the «Starter Kit» package, please visit http://www.wildearth.com/pages/30daychallenge. The 30-Day Dog Food Challenge mini-documentary is now available on YouTube, Facebook, and on http://www.wildearth.com

About Wild Earth:
Wild Earth is a sustainable, biotech-driven pet food company on a mission — to make dog food better. Similar to food innovators creating cultured protein for human consumption, Wild Earth is developing clean, plant and fungi-based proteins for our pets that are healthier, better for the environment, and more humane than conventional products. Looking to transform the pet food industry by way of meat-free alternatives, Wild Earth is led by cellular agriculture pioneers and an experienced business team comprised of chief executive officer Ryan Bethencourt and chief veterinary officer Dr. Ernie Ward, also known as «America’s Pet Advocate.» The company has received $20+ million in funding thus far from investors that include VegInvest, Felicis Ventures, Mark Cuban, Mars Petcare, Stray Dog Capital, Founders Fund, and Thiel Capital. The company is headquartered in Berkeley, California. For more information visit http://www.wildearth.com.

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Loop Energy Appoints George Rubin as Chief Commercial Officer

VANCOUVER, BC, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Loop Energy, a mobile-power company providing hydrogen fuel cell-based solutions for the medium-to-heavy duty commercial vehicle market, is pleased to announce that George Rubin was appointed Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and became a member of the Executive Management Team, effective January 1, 2021.

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Mr. Rubin, who originally joined Loop in 2020 as Managing Director, Commercial Strategy, will be responsible for Loop’s global commercial activities and driving business and revenue growth in existing and new markets, while building the requisite internal product commercialization infrastructure to support these efforts. As a member of the executive leadership team, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer Ben Nyland, Rubin will work closely with Loop’s product development team to design, launch and introduce new products that meet the needs of our expanding customer base.

«We are extremely pleased to welcome George Rubin as the newest member of Loop’s executive team. Mr. Rubin’s distinctive skillset – which includes a strong scientific background and hands-on experience building sales, business development and marketing organizations – makes him inherently suitable for steering Loop’s commercial market growth,» said Ben Nyland, President and Chief Executive Officer of Loop Energy. «As the Company increases its product offerings to meet a widening group of customers domestically and abroad, George will be invaluable to harnessing the world’s ever-increasing interest for sustainable hydrogen solutions to meet growing power demands.»

George’s experience comprises more than 15 years in executive management and business development roles with renewable energy companies Day4 Energy, Heliotrope Technologies, and General Fusion, as well as his most recent role as Chief Executive Officer of Cerebral Strategy Group. As Co-Founder, Vice President and subsequently President of Day4 Energy Inc., Mr. Rubin was instrumental in developing a strategic vision and executing the corporate development plan which included growing company operations from a research and development start-up with a total of five staff to 265 employees and sales of more than $350 million in seven years. Mr. Rubin was also CEO of Heliotrope Technologies Inc. where he developed a product strategy, early adopter customer base and ultimately a sales pipeline in excess of $40 million in under two years. Mr. Rubin holds a master’s degree in Quantum Radio Physics, is a Chartered Financial Analyst, and brings to Loop both capital market and corporate finance experience from two of Canada’s leading independent investment firms.

«I am honored to join Loop Energy and be a part of commercializing the industry’s most advanced fuel cell architecture, one which offers huge growth potential across numerous applications,» said George Rubin, CCO at Loop Energy. «In addition, I hope my experience contributes, in part, to hydrogen’s broader success on the global path to zero transport emissions.»

About Loop Energy Inc.

Loop Energy provides zero-emission power systems for medium to heavy-duty transportation applications. Loop works with engine suppliers and vehicle manufacturers to design and deliver carbon-free motive solutions using both electric and hydrogen fuel cell technologies. For more information about how Loop Energy is driving the future of zero-emissions, visit www.loopenergy.com.

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Peter Gary, Founder of One of the Nation’s Top Advertising Agencies, Launches Summit Advertising a Full-Service Advertising and Marketing Firm Dedicated to the Automotive Industry

BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Peter Gary, founder of Pinnacle Advertising, proudly announced that it has launched Summit Advertising, a dynamic full-service advertising and marketing firm offering traditional advertising, digital marketing, public relations, social media marketing, millennial marketing, media buying, creative and production services focused on the automotive industry. <a target="_blank"…

«Because of our immense expertise in automotive marketing and our brilliant addition of John Hyland as President, it made perfect sense to create this new entity called Summit Advertising that will be entirely automotive specific,» said Peter Gary.

Summit Advertising currently represents some of the country’s top automotive dealers in the tier 2 and tier 3 space. It specializes in the targeting of the new car buyer, used car buyer, lease intender or even someone needing scheduled maintenance or service.

«Of all the modalities of advertising and marketing, the automotive space is far and away the most unique. It takes a seasoned agency that understands the automotive purchase cycle and the psychology of consumer buying habits to reach that target audience… and Summit Advertising has built an impressive marketing team with an impeccable track record,» said John Hyland, President of Summit Advertising.

Soon, Summit Advertising will be unveiling a world-class automotive video production facility specifically designed for the videography and photography of vehicles. This unique studio will include its own permanent turntable and specialized lighting setups designed for automotive photography. There will also be top-of-the-line edit suites, featuring the latest editorial and animation software, as well as a full recording studio for recording voice-overs and audio post-production.

«In my over 35 years of experience in the automotive advertising industry, I’ve never seen such a game-changer in the world of video production. This studio will be a massive asset for our automotive clients. We will be able to stage a vehicle, film or photograph it in a fraction of the time usually required,» said Ed Victor, President of Summit Production Studios.

Led by George Llizo, Summit’s VP of Digital Marketing division will feature breakthrough strategies including SEM, Social Media, Content, E-mail marketing, Re-targeting, Display advertising and Digital Video. «Our digital team is uniquely qualified to grow our clients’ brand, traffic and sales,» added George Llizo.

Another unique division is Summit Public Relations that combines media relations and unique storytelling to educate their local market. «Every dealership has a vast number of great stories to tell. It takes hard work, creative ideas and covering our clients like a reporter would, to find those newsworthy stories the media will find compelling,» said Glen Calder, President of Summit Public Relations.

For more information on Summit Advertising please call 561-902-9763 and visit https://summitadgroup.com/.

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Leading Automakers and Technology Companies Advance Blockchain Vehicle Identities that Could Help Buyers Avoid Cars with Incorrect Mileage, Maintenance, or Damage Histories

MUNICH, Germany, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — We’ve all heard about rolled-back odometers and flood-damaged vehicles touted in better condition. BMW, Ford, and other transportation and blockchain leaders want to slow these practices by joining forces with an ambitious nonprofit startup developing technology to better track and protect vehicles’ true identities.

The Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative (MOBI)’s member-led Vehicle Identity (VID) II Working Group released the second installment…

The Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative (MOBI)’s member-led Vehicle Identity (VID) II Working Group released the second installment of the industry’s vehicle identity on blockchain.

The VID II Standard leverages the VID I Standard (a vehicle birth certificate) to describe the use of VID in a variety of practical use cases. The two use cases focused on by the working group (WG) are vehicle registration and maintenance traceability. Vehicle registration on blockchain allows formerly disconnected vehicle registration systems between states and countries to connect using a secure, shared, and trusted ledger. Maintenance traceability will provide a tamper-proof history to buyers, regulators, and insurers, therefore reducing vehicle information asymmetry.

«At BMW we strive to create seamless digital solutions. The reference architecture in the VID II standard is a crucial building block in the transformation to a frictionless and trusted mobility ecosystem,» said BMW’s Andre Luckow, Head of Emerging Technologies.

Global mobility leaders, startups, and large technology companies authored the VID II Standard to progress multi-stakeholder, interoperable mobility ecosystems. MOBI’s VID II Working Group is co-chaired by BMW and Ford, with support from Accenture, AWS, AutoData Group, Bosch, Car IQ, DENSO, DMX, Hitachi America, Ltd., Honda, IBM, Kar Auction Services, Luxoft, Quantstamp, Ownum, and USAA.

«A secure digital vehicle identity sets the foundation for a fully automatic network for usage-based transportation services,» said MOBI COO and Co-Founder, Tram Vo. «We expect this network for frictionless transfer of value in the New Economy of Movement to open up trillions of dollars of new opportunities to monetize vehicles, services, data, and infrastructure.»

Additional use cases for VID include supply chain, automotive financing, electric vehicle charging, autonomous vehicle data exchange, and much more. VID II improves asset visibility, creating an anchor for additional use cases, data provenance, and autonomous economic agents.

«Ford believes this research into vehicle identity technology could lead to better ownership experiences,» says Cynthia Flanigan, Director, Vehicle Research and Technology, Ford Research and Advanced Engineering. «We also think this technology could help simplify the purchasing process in the future.»

VID II is a building block to a future with more transparent, efficient, and safer vehicle registration and maintenance. Both the buyer and seller will have a more reliable record that can open up opportunities for increased market value for the seller and an increased sense of security for the buyer. Agencies that process vehicle records will reap the benefits of efficient processing and tracking of records.

MOBI and its members hope that the VID standards, together with other MOBI standards for blockchain applications in mobility, will reduce frictional inefficiencies, improve mobility services, and enable new business models.

About MOBI
MOBI is a nonprofit alliance of many of the world’s largest vehicle manufacturers, along with many startups, NGOs, transit agencies, insurers, toll road providers, smart city leaders, and technology companies working to accelerate adoption and promote standards in blockchain, distributed ledgers, and related technologies.

MOBI is creating simple blockchain-based standards to identify vehicles, people, and businesses in order to securely exchange and monetize data, and pay for mobility services, with the goal of making transportation more efficient, affordable, greener, safer, and less congested. MOBI itself is technology and ledger agnostic. For additional information about joining MOBI, please reach out to Griffin Haskins (griffin@dlt.mobi) or visit www.dlt.mobi.

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MobilityWorks® Announces Launch of the Accessibility 4 All™ Side-Entry With Quiet Ride™ Technology by Driverge® Vehicle Innovations

RICHFIELD, Ohio, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — MobilityWorks®, the nation’s largest retailer of wheelchair accessible vehicles, is excited to unveil the Accessibility 4 All Side-Entry™ vehicle with newly engineered Quiet Ride™ technology. The Quiet Ride technology is being introduced on the Dodge Grand Caravan and provides reduced cabin noise, along with performance and handling comparable to an unconverted minivan.

«One of the complaints we receive from new wheelchair accessible vehicle…

«One of the complaints we receive from new wheelchair accessible vehicle owners is the amount of road and wind noise that can be heard in the cabin. Using Driverge Vehicle Innovation’s Quiet Ride technology, we have been able to reduce the decibel level of the cabin by a factor of 10 compared to other conversions,» said Chris Paczak, Chief Marketing Officer at MobilityWorks. «Customer feedback has also pointed toward some wheelchair accessible vehicles feeling top heavy when switching lanes and going around curves. Driverge Vehicle Innovation’s Quiet Ride technology has reduced this feeling. The engineering of the Accessibility 4 All Side-Entry has focused on providing a more OEM driving experience.»

Quiet Ride technology significantly diminishes the sounds of conversion equipment often heard in other accessible vehicles, offering a more pleasant experience that does not require drivers or passengers to strain to be heard. One example of the attention to detail and effort made to make the overall experience as quiet as possible is that even the bushings used in the ramps were upgraded to reduce the «clanking» noise often associated with power ramps. When this technology is combined with the smooth maneuverability of the Accessibility 4 All Side-Entry, drivers will find themselves with a renewed opportunity to enjoy their journey with fewer distractions. Adding to the value, this vehicle comes with a specialized flooring package that offers years of durability without the wear and tear of standard carpeting.

For more details about the Accessibility 4 All Side-Entry with Quiet Ride technology, visit: https://www.mobilityworks.com/vehicles/dodge/grand-caravan-driverge-a4a-power-side-entry

MobilityWorks (aka WMK, LLC) is a Cleveland, Ohio-based Inc. 500 company that employs specially trained Certified Mobility Consultants to work closely with its clients to understand their specific transportation needs in finding the right vehicle solution. Founded in 1997 with one location, MobilityWorks has been recognized on the Inc. 500|5000 list of Inc. Magazine’s fastest growing privately held companies for the past fifteen years. MobilityWorks Commercial is the largest provider of commercial wheelchair vans in the country. Driverge is the manufacturing division of WMK, LLC and is Ford Motor Company’s largest mobility upfitter. Learn more about MobilityWorks at https://www.mobilityworks.com.

Contact:
Alex Bangle
marketing@mobilityworks.com
(234) 312-2000

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Doron Precision Awarded US Army Reserve Contract for Realistic Oshkosh Defense JLTV Driving Simulator

BINGHAMTON, N.Y., Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The world leader in driving simulation, Doron Precision Systems, Inc., received a new contract to supply the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) with seven Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) simulators to multiple locations throughout the United States. Doron was first contracted to supply 39 of its 660Truckplus driving simulators to the USAR in 2017.

Don Wenzinger, Doron’s CEO, expressed…

Don Wenzinger, Doron’s CEO, expressed pride in its role in training the nation’s future warfighters. «For several decades, Doron has delivered top-of-the-line driving simulators to assist in many industries, but in 2017 we began our commitment to the U.S. Army Reserve to deliver a realistic simulator solution. Today, it’s exciting to continue that support by providing the premier 550JLTVplus driving simulator system to the USAR.»

In a bold move to create the best commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) JLTV driving simulator, the Binghamton, NY-based Doron teamed with Oshkosh Defense, LLC the original equipment manufacturer of the JLTV.

Doron used internal research and development dollars to design the simulator in an effort to offer a cost-effective and easily accessible solution. With Oshkosh on the team, the JLTV simulator benefits from the knowledge and experience of the vehicle’s original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Additionally, Oshkosh is supplying key JLTV parts to ensure that those trained on the simulator use the same JLTV components for training as they would on the real vehicle.

«Our relationship with Oshkosh Defense helped us create the best JLTV driving simulator, while also changing the way military customers buy vehicle simulators,» said Wenzinger. «We built the simulator using our successful COTS 550plus driving simulation system, so it is a tremendous cost-savings for customers, as well as a quick turn production. Working directly with Oshkosh to use the same parts they use in their JLTVs, it took our simulator to the next level. They too, saw the benefit of teaming with Doron and our 47 years of driving simulation excellence, and together we’re confident we are providing the most powerful driver training tool for today’s military training.»

The new simulator, the 550JLTVplus, is a variant of the COTS 550plus series, which is widely used by the U.S. military, technical colleges, and truck training industries. The newest design includes original unique JLTV instrumentation and controls to provide trainees with transferable skills. It offers a comprehensive virtual training environment with several challenging terrain features such as rough trails, steep inclines, side hills, moguls, and a river to cross, and also features advanced dynamic terrain effects including driving through mud, sand, and water.

The JLTV simulator can be purchased directly through Oshkosh’s aftermarket product support and also through Doron’s General Services Administration (GSA) contract.

Doron also supports the United States Air Force, providing its driving simulators to nearly 20 USAF bases CONUS and OCONUS.

About Doron Precision Systems:
Since 1973, Doron Precision Systems has been the world’s leading provider of driving simulators and has more than 25,000 driving simulators and 400 motion-based entertainment simulators installed in over 60 countries. Located in Binghamton, New York, Doron designs, manufactures, sells and services simulators for driver training and entertainment. http://www.doronprecision.com/

About Oshkosh Defense
Oshkosh Defense is a global leader in the design, production and sustainment of best-in-class military vehicles and mobility systems. As a pioneer of combat-ready vehicle solutions, Oshkosh develops and applies emerging technologies that advance troop safety and mission success. Setting the industry standard for sustaining fleet readiness, Oshkosh ensures every solution is supported worldwide throughout its entire life cycle. Oshkosh Defense, LLC is an Oshkosh Corporation company [NYSE: OSK]. Learn more about Oshkosh Defense at http://www.oshkoshdefense.com.

Contact: Mike Stricek, mstricek@doronprecision.com, 607-222-8355

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Stellantis: Building a world leader in sustainable mobility

AMSTERDAM, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ —

A new company with the…

AMSTERDAM, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ —

A new company with the agility, creativity and efficiency to capture the opportunities of the new era of mobility, offering innovative solutions that will help change the way society moves
Rich heritage stemming from storied and iconic automotive marques, innovative mobility brands and deep roots in the communities in which it operates
Well positioned to compete in global markets with 39 electrified vehicles available by the end of 2021
Significant scale with well-established commercial positions in Europe, North America and Latin America
Strong opening balance sheet
Targeting more than €5 billion of annual steady state synergies
Robust governance structure from Day One dedicated to creating superior value for all stakeholders
Unwavering commitment of the 400,000 employees to exceed consumer expectations and pursue greatness

Today marks the launch of Stellantis NV [STLA] («Stellantis» or «the Company» or «Group»), a world leader for a new era of sustainable mobility dedicated to providing freedom of movement with distinctive, affordable and efficient transportation solutions uniquely positioned to capture the exciting opportunities of a global industry undergoing rapid and profound change.

Formed from the combination of two groups with strong track records and sound finances, Stellantis is a truly global company of 400,000 diverse, highly talented and experienced employees who design, develop, manufacture, distribute, and sell vehicles and mobility solutions around the world while remaining deeply rooted in the communities in which they live and work.

The 11-member Board of Directors is led by Chairman John Elkann. Carlos Tavares as Chief Executive Officer leads one of the most experienced and successful management teams in the industry whose diversity, experience and competitive spirit are amongst its key strengths. With a deep bench of executive talent relentlessly committed to improvement and innovation, Stellantis is well-positioned to continue its founding companies’ track record of value creation for all stakeholders guided by a common principle: challenge the status quo.

With a proud heritage stretching back 125 years, Stellantis is home to a full portfolio of storied brands that have graced the road and conquered the podium in the world of motorsport. Founded by visionaries who infused these marques with passion and a competitive spirit, the brands cover the full spectrum of market segments from luxury, premium and mainstream passenger vehicles to hard-charging pickup trucks, SUVs and light commercial vehicles, as well as dedicated mobility, finance and parts and service brands.

Stellantis already has a well-established presence in three regions – Europe, North America and Latin America – in addition to significant untapped potential in important markets such as China, Africa, the Middle East, Oceania and India. With industrial operations in more than 30 countries, the Company has the ability to efficiently meet and exceed consumer expectations and deliver vehicles and services of unparalleled quality in more than 130 markets.

Stellantis starts from a position of considerable strength with robust operating margins reflecting the Company’s leading positions in North America, Europe and Latin America. The Company expects to leverage its size and economies of scale as an enabler to invest in innovative mobility solutions for its customers, targeting annual synergies of more than €5 billion at a steady state. These synergy estimates will be achieved through the implementation of smart purchasing and investment strategies, optimizing powertrain and platform utilization, applying cutting-edge R&D and a continuous focus on manufacturing and tooling efficiencies. These synergy estimates are not based on any plant closures resulting from the transaction.

Nine Governance Committees will ensure an efficient operating structure from Day One, including company-wide performance & strategy, planning, regions, manufacturing, brand and styling.

Stellantis’ portfolio is uniquely suited to offer distinctive, sustainable mobility solutions to meet its customers’ evolving needs, as they embrace electrification, connectivity, autonomous driving and shared ownership. As the electrified market continues to grow, Stellantis is well positioned today with 29 electrified models available and plans to introduce ten additional vehicles by the end of this year.

The Company is strongly committed to playing an active part in contributing to the societies in which it operates, as it works towards achieving a long-term goal of carbon neutrality across all products, assembly plants and other facilities.

Marking the occasion John Elkann said: «It is no coincidence that Stellantis is born precisely when our world requires a new kind of automotive company that will champion clean and intelligent solutions to provide freedom of movement for all. Our global scale and reach provide us with the resources to invest in state-of-the-art technologies, distinctive excellence and unmatched choice for our customers. But it is the geographic and cultural diversity of Stellantis’ people that from Day One is our greatest competitive advantage. It is they, with their energy, their knowhow and their constant commitment who make Stellantis what it is today. And it is they who day-by-day will build an even greater company for this new era of mobility.»

Commenting on the first day of Stellantis’ journey, Carlos Tavares said, «This is a great day. One year after we announced this project, Stellantis is born, notwithstanding the unprecedented societal and economic disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. I want to warmly thank all of the teams who made this possible and also thank the entire workforce who continued to move our operations forward during this exceptional year. This demonstrates the agility, creativity and adaptability of our company which aims to be great rather than big, determined to be much more than the sum of its parts. It is also a further signal of the new company’s determination to be a leading player in the automotive industry in this ever changing environment. Stellantis is dedicated to «pursuing greatness» and enhancing the well-being of its employees.»

The new company began trading yesterday, January 18, on Euronext (Paris) and the Borsa Italiana (Milan) and today on the New York Stock Exchange.

Full year 2020 results will be reported on March 3, 2021.

About Stellantis

Stellantis is one of the world’s leading automakers and a mobility provider, guided by a clear vision: to offer freedom of movement with distinctive, affordable and reliable mobility solutions. In addition to the Group’s rich heritage and broad geographic presence, its greatest strengths lie in its sustainable performance, depth of experience and the wide-ranging talents of employees working around the globe. Stellantis will leverage its broad and iconic brand portfolio, which was founded by visionaries who infused the marques with passion and a competitive spirit that speaks to employees and customers alike. Stellantis aspires to become the greatest, not the biggest while creating added value for all stakeholders as well as the communities in which it operates.

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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This communication contains forward-looking statements. In particular, these forward-looking statements include statements regarding future financial performance and the expectations of the combined group (the «Group») resulting from the merger of FCA and Groupe PSA as to the achievement of certain targeted metrics at any future date or for any future period are forward-looking statements. These statements may include terms such as «may», «will», «expect», «could», «should», «intend», «estimate», «anticipate», «believe», «remain», «on track», «design», «target», «objective», «goal», «forecast», «projection», «outlook», «prospects», «plan», or similar terms. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. Rather, they are based on the Group’s current state of knowledge, future expectations and projections about future events and are by their nature, subject to inherent risks and uncertainties. They relate to events and depend on circumstances that may or may not occur or exist in the future and, as such, undue reliance should not be placed on them.

Actual results may differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including: the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the ability of the Group to launch new products successfully and to maintain vehicle shipment volumes; changes in the global financial markets, general economic environment and changes in demand for automotive products, which is subject to cyclicality; changes in local economic and political conditions, changes in trade policy and the imposition of global and regional tariffs or tariffs targeted to the automotive industry, the enactment of tax reforms or other changes in tax laws and regulations; the Group’s ability to expand certain of their brands globally; its ability to offer innovative, attractive products; its ability to develop, manufacture and sell vehicles with advanced features including enhanced electrification, connectivity and autonomous-driving characteristics; various types of claims, lawsuits, governmental investigations and other contingencies, including product liability and warranty claims and environmental claims, investigations and lawsuits; material operating expenditures in relation to compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations; the intense level of competition in the automotive industry, which may increase due to consolidation; exposure to shortfalls in the funding of the Group’s defined benefit pension plans; the ability to provide or arrange for access to adequate financing for dealers and retail customers and associated risks related to the establishment and operations of financial services companies; the ability to access funding to execute the Group’s business plans and improve their businesses, financial condition and results of operations; a significant malfunction, disruption or security breach compromising information technology systems or the electronic control systems contained in the Group’s vehicles; the Group’s ability to realize anticipated benefits from joint venture arrangements; disruptions arising from political, social and economic instability; risks associated with our relationships with employees, dealers and suppliers; increases in costs, disruptions of supply or shortages of raw materials; developments in labor and industrial relations and developments in applicable labor laws; exchange rate fluctuations, interest rate changes, credit risk and other market risks; political and civil unrest; earthquakes or other disasters; the risk that the operations of Groupe PSA and FCA will not be integrated successfully and other risks and uncertainties.

Any forward-looking statements contained in this communication speak only as of the date of this document and the Group disclaims any obligation to update or revise publicly forward-looking statements. Further information concerning the Group and its businesses, including factors that could materially affect the Group’s financial results, are included in FCA’s reports and filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, (including the registration statement on Form F-4 that was declared effective by the SEC on November 20, 2020) the AFM and CONSOB and PSA’s filings with the AMF.

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Volta Announces $125 Million Financing

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Volta, the industry leader in commerce-centric electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, today announced an oversubscribed Series D financing of $125 million. Goldman Sachs acted as exclusive placement agent to the Company in connection with the…

Volta builds and operates an EV charging network with the highest utilization in the United States. Strategically placed in front of essential businesses such as grocery stores, pharmacies, banks and hospitals, Volta’s EV network supports a larger consumer trend toward vehicle electrification by placing fueling stations in parking lots directly where consumers already spend their time and money. Currently located in 23 states and over 200 municipalities, Volta’s unique approach has gained significant acceptance and penetration in the market.

«The electrification of mobility is one of the largest infrastructural shifts of our generation and Volta’s charging network is ready to anchor the accompanying consumer behavior that will change along with it,» said Scott Mercer, Founder and CEO of Volta. «As we transition out of the carbon economy, we will see a fundamental transformation of our existing fueling infrastructure. Businesses anticipating this shift can take advantage of a revenue transfer from gas stations to retail locations in the community where consumers go, live, shop and play.»

Unique to the EV market, Volta’s business model centers around evolving spending habits caused by the move to electric vehicles by building charging infrastructure that reinforces the desired behavior at each location. Volta’s charging stations feature eye-catching 55-inch digital displays, doubling as a sophisticated media platform providing brands a way to reach millions of shoppers seconds before they enter the store to make a purchase. These sponsor-supported charging stations provide free energy to customers who are able to plug in their vehicles where and when they shop. Volta’s business partners who install charging stations experience immediate returns; they report an increase in spend, dwell time and engagement on site.

The Series D fundraising caps a banner year for Volta, bringing the fast-growing company’s total equity financing to over $200 million. The capital raise will further accelerate Volta’s efforts to unlock the value of their contract portfolio, and increase their investment in product, engineering and network infrastructure. It will also allow Volta to begin its international expansion.

«As consumer interest in environmental initiatives takes hold across the economy, Volta is positioning itself as a top-of-mind brand in the electric vehicle space,» said Chris Wendel, Co-Founder and President of Volta. «Volta is accelerating the future of infrastructure as a catalyst with its unique business model that brings a differentiated value proposition to our real estate and retail partners. By bringing charging stations to essential businesses, our end user will increase their dwell time, engagement and spend.»

Volta’s unique approach is already gaining significant acceptance and penetration in the market. The company has signed agreements with well-known property owners including Albertsons Companies, Giant Food, Regency Centers, Wegmans and Topgolf. In addition, Volta’s highly desirable media network has attracted some of the world’s best brands including GM, Hulu, Nestlé, Polestar, Porsche and Unilever.

«Since our initial investment in Volta in 2018, excitement and interest in electrification – and specifically solving for public charging solutions – has continued to gain momentum,» said John Tough, Managing Partner at Energize Ventures, a major and existing investor in this round. «Our conviction in this team has similarly grown, and we believe Volta is poised to lead this market as the most capital-efficient and highly utilized EV charging network in the country.»

About Volta

For over a decade, Volta has been building a nationwide electric vehicle charging network to drive the world forward. Named after Alessandro Volta, the inventor of the electric battery, Volta’s award-winning charging stations benefit brands, consumers, and real-estate locations by providing valuable advertising space to businesses and free charging to drivers. Strategically located in places where consumers already spend their time and money, Volta’s chargers are currently the most used electric vehicle charging stations in the United States. Headquartered in San Francisco, Volta is bringing to communities the means of building a sustainable fueling network for the 21st century. To learn more, visit www.voltacharging.com.

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