Chevrolet Extends Partnership With NNPA, Announce Ambassador
For the sixth year in a row, Chevrolet is partnering with the National Newspaper Publishers Association for the “Discover the Unexpected” program. In addition to the partnership extension, the organizations named actor, model, and entertainer Terrence Jenkins (Terrence J) as the program’s ambassador. Prep for College: IIHS says the Chevy Equinox is a safe option […]
Kia Extends Partnership With WNBA, NBA, and NBA G League
Kia announced today that it has extended its exclusive marketing partnership with the NBA, WNBA, and NBA G League. This marks the 15th year that the automaker has been a sponsor for the game, with Kia’s presence continuing to grow across the leagues’ events. New Kia: Get to know more about the updated 2022 Sorento […]
Ford, Ford Credit Join HBCU Partnership Challenge
Earlier this month, Ford Motor Company and Ford Credit announced that they’re taking part in the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus’ Historically Black Colleges and Universities Partnership Challenge. The goal is to get major companies to support students at HBCUs and create more diverse workforces. New from Ford: All-new 2021 Ford F-150 Raptor is an off-road-ready […]
600 Miles of EV Range? New GM Partnership Could Make This a Reality
A new partnership could help General Motors produce electric vehicles with far more range than what’s possible with current technology. Coming Soon: Meet the new 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV According to the Detroit Free Press, lithium metal battery tech that GM is developing with Singapore-based SolidEnergy Systems could allow future vehicles to […]
Ford, Google Strike Six-Year Partnership
Ford Motor Company and Google reached a six-year agreement to make Google Android the official operating system of the automaker’s vehicles. Beginning in 2023, all new Ford and Lincoln vehicles will have Google apps and services built in. Looking for a Good Listen? Check out the eight-part Bring Back Bronco podcast The new partnership also […]
W Series Announces Partnership with Formula 1
W Series, an all-female single-seater racing championship, has announced an official partnership with Formula 1, the top single-seater racing series in the world.
GM Set to Expand Partnership with Honda
Over the past few years, General Motors and Honda have teamed up on self-driving technology, EV batteries, and other innovations. Now these two major automakers are preparing to establish a broader partnership in North America. Two Tough Trucks: Learn how the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2500HD can make your workday easier According to both GM […]
Mack Trucks Strikes Partnership to Deliver COVID-19 Supplies
Mack Trucks and the American Trucking Association have struck a partnership with the American Logistics Aid Network to deliver critical supplies in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, including food and personal care items. As part of its sponsorship of the Workforce Heroes and Share the Road programs, Mack had provided two model year 2019 […]
Toyota’s COVID-19 Response Includes Partnership with Latino-Focused Nonprofits
This week, Toyota Motor North America announced it had partnered with several Latino-focused nonprofit organizations to create a range of initiatives in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Toyota’s COVID-19 Response: Learn more about how the automaker is handling the pandemic According to the Japanese automaker, more than $1 million in previously awarded funding to six […]
Ford, McDonald’s Partnership Built on Canadian Innovation
Ford announced a new partnership with McDonald’s in December that sees the former using the latter’s coffee chaff to make vehicle components like headlamp housings. And while the partnership pairs two quintessentially American brands, the technology behind the innovative approach comes straight outta Canada. The idea to use coffee bean skins comes from the University […]
Toyota and Subaru Strengthen Partnership
This comes about a month after Toyota announced the purchase of a five percent stake in Suzuki, yet another tie-up that illustrates how car companies are scrambling to improve economic efficiency as they build new mobility services and electrified vehicles. “In this once-in-a-century period of profound transformation, by strengthening their bonds and aligning their capabilities, […]
Jayco Enters Exclusive Partnership with KONI
Jayco has announced a new partnership with Koni, a manufacturer of shock absorbers. Starting with its 2020 Class C motorhomes, which include Greyhawk, Greyhawk Prestige, and Esteem, Jayco will offer Koni FSD shock absorbers as part of its JRIDE and EZ-DRIVE Elite packages. Koni produces high-performance shock absorbers for a variety of private and commercial […]
New Hyundai Partnership Could Result in Lifesaving AI Tech for Cars
Hyundai is developing new artificial-intelligence tech to detect and assess vehicle crash injuries, transmit this information to emergency responders, and help victims get lifesaving care more quickly. To do this, Hyundai is teaming up with MDGo, an Israeli medical technology company that focuses on AI systems. Here’s how this technology is envisioned: Using sensors throughout […]
FCA Joins Partnership to Offer Charging Stations for New Electric Vehicles
With the release of the plug-in hybrid Jeep Renegade and full-electric Fiat 500 on the horizon, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is partnering with Enel and Engie to develop charging stations for these new electric vehicles. Learn More: The new electric Jeep model What the partnership entails In June of 2018, FCA revealed its plan to release […]
EV-Home Charging Possible In Thailand Thanks To Nissan And Delta Partnership
By partnering together, Nissan and the global power supply provider Delta Electronics PCL are providing a convenient and much-needed amenity to drivers in Thailand eager to command or who are already behind the wheel of a Nissan LEAF — EV home charging. Check Out: The 2019 Nissan LEAF “Nissan Motor Thailand is committed to helping […]
Maserati Announces Partnership With Antinori Wine Maker
Always keen to enhance its exclusive brand image, Maserati has struck a new partnership with Antinori, a historic wine-maker based in Tuscany, Italy. The automaker says it chose to partner with Antinori because “Italian excellence” is a key value shared by both of their business cultures, in addition to their “uncompromising pursuit of quality.” Antinori […]
Ford, Autonomic Expand Partnership with Amazon Web Services
Ford and Autonomic, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Smart Mobility, have both agreed to multi-year deals with Amazon Web Services that will lead to growth in cloud connectivity and connected car app development. Autonomic is the developer of the Transportation Mobility Cloud, and the deal will see that leading platform powered by AWS in […]
Kia Celebrates 10-Year Partnership with Georgia Ports Authority
Last month, we reported that the very first Kia Telluride exports set sail from the Port of Brunswick to the Arabian Peninsula. This was just one of many shipments that the Georgia Ports Authority have taken care of for Kia in the last 10 years. In a board meeting at the LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of […]