This Week in Transportation News: 13 Stories You Need to See

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A roundup of the week's most newsworthy auto and transport industry press releases from PR Newswire, including advances in supersonic flight and vehicle electrification.

NEW YORK, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the auto and transportation industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

1. Hyundai Mobis Unveils the Future of Electrification at IAA Mobility 2023
   Visitors can anticipate a firsthand look at Kia's electric crown jewel, the EV9, replete with Hyundai Mobis' state-of-the-art Battery System (BSA) and the innovative Power Electric (PE) system — the essential automotive components for electrification. Hyundai Mobis will also unveil the next-generation e-CCPM (Electric Complete Chassis Platform Module).
2. Detroit Auto Show Announces New York Times Best-Selling Author Malcolm Gladwell as Featured Presenter for Show's Inaugural Mobility Global Forum
   "Mr. Gladwell's presentation, together with the incredible roster of speakers we have planned over two days, will provide a compelling look at the dynamic world of new mobility and our place in it," said Detroit Auto Show Chairman Thad Szott.
3. Boom Supersonic Advances Flight Preparations for XB-1
   "It's fitting that XB-1 is now progressing toward first flight at the Mojave Air & Space Port, home to more than 50 first flights and other significant aviation events," said Bill "Doc" Shoemaker, Chief Test Pilot for Boom Supersonic. "I'm looking forward to flying XB-1 here, building on the achievements of other talented engineers and pilots who inspire us every day to make supersonic travel mainstream."
4. Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Breaks Ground on New Electric Facility to Meet Growing Demand in Electric Products
   Located on Logisnext's Houston headquarters campus, the new facility will support manufacturing of key electric warehouse products across the Jungheinrich®, Cat® lift trucks, Mitsubishi forklift trucks and UniCarriers® Forklift product lines.
5. RealTruck, Inc. acquires Go Rhino
   Known for setting the industry standard, Go Rhino holds 40 issued and pending patents for the innovative premium products it develops and manufactures for truck, Jeep and SUV owners. The acquisition strengthens RealTruck's existing portfolio of brands spanning truck bed covers, truck bed liners, steps, floor liners, fender flares, vent visors and cargo management.
6. NASA's SpaceX Crew-7 Astronauts to Embark on Six-Month Science Expedition, Supporting an Array of R&D on the Space Station
   In the coming months, a variety of visiting vehicles will launch to the space station. These vehicles will bring critical cargo and research for the crew to perform, including ISS National Lab-sponsored investigations in the areas of life and physical sciences, in-space production applications, advanced materials, and technology development.
7. "Changing Lanes" Invites Drivers to Dare to Be Different as VinFast Launches its Recalibrated and Fully Stacked VF 8 SUV in the U.S. Market
   The campaign positions VinFast as a challenger offering a new and exceptional alternative to the status quo in the U.S. EV market. After listening to consumers to understand the most common barriers to EV ownership, VinFast believes that its VF 8 model delivers the features American drivers want most: value, safety, comfort, luxury, and peace of mind.
8. Emma - The Sleep Company Opens a Power Nap Station to Help Drivers Regain Energy
   This initiative is designed to prevent road accidents caused by drowsiness, at a time when many drivers are making long journeys to and from their summer vacations.
9. Hagerty Drivers Foundation "Cars at the Capital" Exhibit Showcases Amelia Earhart's Cord and a Porsche America Roadster
   This free, pop-up exhibit is put on by the Foundation each year to educate the general public about the cultural significance of the automobile and its role in shaping modern society.
10. MAG Aerospace, L3Harris Team to Expand US Army's Aerial ISR Capabilities
    Integrated on Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft, the system will help the Army meet global intelligence requirements. Operating at high altitude will provide the aircraft greater survivability and line-of-sight, both essential to help the Army achieve its long-range precision fires modernization priorities.
11. Jeep® Brand Vehicles Upfit by AEV Fuel the Passion of Off-road Enthusiasts With Enhanced Packages for Wrangler Rubicon and Now Wrangler Willys
    Exclusive to the 2024 Jeep Wrangler, AEV now offers three levels of upfit packages: Upcountry, Upcountry+ and Level II. All upfit levels bring 35- or 37-inch tires to the Wrangler Rubicon and, for the first time, AEV Upcountry and Upcountry+ upfits bring 35-inch tires to the already capable Wrangler Willys model.
12. Kelley Blue Book Names Best Cars for College Students for 2023
    "While reduced inventories of new and used cars have presented challenges including stubbornly high prices and limited choices for some brands, we are seeing downward movement on the average prices for new cars, so there is hope. We recommend shoppers stay flexible, understanding they may need to make a few compromises on car color and content to secure the type of car they want," said Brian Moody, executive editor for Kelley Blue Book.
13. Qantas nearly doubles Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet with order for 12 widebody jets
    As part of the company's goal to operate one of the world's most sustainable fleets, Qantas has purchased four 787-9 jets and eight 787-10 jets. These 787 Dreamliner is known for reducing fuel use and emissions by up to 25% and for flying on a blend of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

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Can't-Miss Earnings

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