Michelle Thompson

Orange County, CA

Editorial Content Director at Repairer Driven News

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Airtm and Besample Forge Partnership to Streamline Research Payments in Hundreds of Non-Western Countries

Dec 2, 2024 | einnews.com | Michelle Thompson

Airtm and Besample Forge Partnership to Streamline Research Payments in Hundreds of Non-Western Countries NORTH ATTLEBOROUGH, MA, UNITED STATES, December 2, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Airtm, a leading digital payment platform, has announced a partnership with Besample, a data marketplace that currently offers behavioral researchers access to a broad range of participants in 42 countries of the Global South.
Skypointer Closes First $30 Million Venture Capital Fund

Oct 31, 2024 | einnews.com | Michelle Thompson

Skypointer Closes First $30 Million Venture Capital Fund VC Manager creates product tailor-made for Family Offices focused on diversified strategy MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, October 31, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Skypointer Capital, operated by a dedicated management team with decades of experience across the investment and operational lifecycle, is announcing the closing of its first Venture Capital fund, reaching a total of USD $30 million to invest in the global technology sector.
Upcoming CES conference to showcase new auto technologies

Jan 4, 2024 | repairerdrivennews.com | Michelle Thompson

Some automakers are teasing new technology-related announcements ahead of the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Hyundai said that it will “reveal its future blueprint for hydrogen energy,” software, and artificial intelligence (AI) during the Las Vegas, Nevada event, which runs Jan. 9-12. “Hyundai Motor will present how its hydrogen-powered and software-driven transformation will bring universal benefits to humanity.
Edmunds: Hybrid vehicles outpacing EV demand

Jan 3, 2024 | repairerdrivennews.com | Michelle Thompson

Hybrid market share will continue to grow in the new year as automakers “reevaluate electrification strategies,” according to a new analysis. In its 2024 Predictions report, Edmunds noted that as the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) has slowed, hybrids have become a more “comfortable choice” for U.S. drivers seeking internal combustion engine (ICE) alternatives.
Canada to phase out new ICE vehicle sales by 2035

Jan 2, 2024 | repairerdrivennews.com | Michelle Thompson

Canada will phase out the sale of new internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles by 2035, a cabinet minister recently announced. Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault said last week that the nation has finalized its Electric Vehicle Availability Standard, requiring 100% of vehicle sales to be zero-emission within the next 11 years.
IIHS: Front crash prevention systems less effective at preventing large truck, motorcycle collisions

Dec 29, 2023 | repairerdrivennews.com | Michelle Thompson

Front crash prevention systems aren’t as effective at preventing collisions with large trucks and motorcycles as they are at avoiding crashes with cars, new research shows. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) said it conducted two studies that show a discrepancy in forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking (AEB) system effectiveness, depending on vehicle type.
California DOI to investigate possible auto insurance violations

Dec 28, 2023 | repairerdrivennews.com | Michelle Thompson

The California Department of Insurance is investigating “numerous complaints” it has received from customers claiming they’ve struggled to secure auto insurance. Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara issued a bulletin last week in response to claims consumers were subjected to questionnaires, waiting periods, and other practices while seeking coverage in the state.
Mercedes to differentiate AVs with turquoise lights

Dec 28, 2023 | repairerdrivennews.com | Michelle Thompson

Mercedes-Benz says it’s the first automaker to receive approval for special exterior lighting meant to demonstrate that a vehicle is self-driving. The OEM received two-year exemption permits in California and Nevada that allows it to use special marker lights for autonomous driving in both states. In California, it will test turquoise-colored lights for autonomous vehicles (AVs) traveling on freeways, it said.
Analysis: P&C sector represented the bulk of this year’s insurance layoffs

Dec 27, 2023 | repairerdrivennews.com | Michelle Thompson

Property and casualty (P&C) insurers represented the largest portion of insurance-related layoffs this year, according to a new analysis.
Ford’s latest On Target includes information on new technologies, SRS

Dec 27, 2023 | repairerdrivennews.com | Michelle Thompson

Ford shared information related to new safety technology, a side-impact door sensor and its supplemental restraint system (SRS) in its latest On Target newsletter. Its 2023 F150 adaptive energy absorbing steering column will collapse if an airbag deploys and drop down to protect the driver, which is a consideration worth noting for repairers tasked with fixing them following a collision.