2025 Corvette ZR1 quarter mile to 60 mph in 2.3 seconds
Chevrolet has revealed that the 2025 Corvette ZR1 can hit 60 mph in just 2.3 seconds. This American supercar can run the quarter mile in 9.6 seconds at 150 mph. The ZR1 will be available next year, but the biggest question is pricing, which is still unknown. Corvette ZR1 news continues, with Chevrolet also revealing other performance specs, including a 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) time of 2.3 seconds. The company says the feat was achieved with the ZTK Performance Package, noting that the car hits the quarter mile in 9.6 seconds at 150 mph (241 km/h). var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("0f7e3106 -c4d6-4db4-8135-c508879a76f8"); } else { adpushup.triggerAd("82503191-e1d1-435a-874f-9c78a2a54a2f"); The standard ZR1 is a bit slower, as it accelerates to 60 mph (96 km/h) in 2.5 seconds and completes the quarter mile in 9.7 seconds at 152 mph (245 km/h). . The company added, "All testing was conducted using 93-octane pump fuel and…
CEIR releases third quarter 2024 index results
U.S. B2B exhibition industry continues to grow Submitted by CEIR Dallas – The Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) announced today that the U.S. business-to-business (B2B) exhibition industry is picking up after a slight slowdown in the second quarter of 2024. Performance of Completed Events - Especially in terms of exhibition attendance - reduced (...) The post CEIR Releases Q3 2024 Index Results appeared first on Exhibit City News.
Fourth Quarter Meeting Outlook
The title is "Be prepared for the unexpected" MPIQ4 Conference Outlook Planners are dealing with unexpected challenges while remaining optimistic about the year ahead. Whether it's technology glitches, weather disruptions or social changes, many planners say 2024 will require dealing with unexpected challenges that impact events and attendee safety. On the other hand, nearly 80% of planners surveyed expect favorable conditions in the coming year, the highest proportion in more than a year. These and more insights can be found at MPI Fourth Quarter Meeting Outlook. Plan B (C, D and E) In a year of changing climate (both physical and social), many planners are thinking about preparing for the unexpected, with a majority of respondents (56%) more concerned about safety and security than a year ago; a clear majority People (75%) are more worried than they were five years ago. Of these, 48% cited natural disasters and severe weather As the biggest threat to meeting and event safety, one…
Nearly a quarter of new cars sold in California are electric
Tesla's Model Y is the best-selling electric car in the Golden State, followed by the Model 3 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 go through Brad Anderson November 10, 2024 15:51 Sales of electric and hybrid vehicles are rising in the state, while registrations of plug-in hybrids have barely budged this year. California expects to register 1.75 million light vehicles in 2023, slightly lower than last year's total. Nearly 40% of new cars sold in California are electric, reflecting growing interest in alternative powertrains across the state. California has long been a hotbed for electric vehicles in the United States, accounting for 22.2% of new car sales in the state in the first nine months of this year, according to the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA). While this is only a slight increase from the EV share reported in the same period last year, it is significantly higher than the 9.1% share in 2021. Between January and September, 1,320,708 new light-duty…
Events Industry Council Releases Second Quarter 2024 Report
Listen to audio Strong growth points to return to pre-pandemic stability Global business events The Physical Events Industry Council (EIC) has released its Global Events Barometer for the second quarter of 2024, with results showing positive growth in nearly every region around the world. The hotel group room night index rose to 106, returning to 2019 levels. The RFP activity index, which measures the number of proposals sent by event planners during the quarter, also increased to slightly below 2019 levels. These two key elements demonstrate significant progress in the global events industry, with particularly significant demand from hotel groups in the Middle East and Western Europe. Growth was strongest in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean. Read more: Brand new and refurbished: meetings in international cities The quarterly report follows EIC's 2023 study of the global economic significance of business events and is part of an overall strategy to actively monitor progress. The quarterly Global Events Barometer provides ongoing…
Kia’s global sales in the third quarter fell 1.9% year-on-year; the price is about 7.64
Kia, a well-known Korean automobile manufacturer, announced its sales data for the third quarter of this year. The company highlighted significant sales growth in India, North America, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, mainly due to the popularity of recreational vehicles in these markets. However, despite growth in specific regions, the brand has faced an overall decline in global sales. In the third quarter, the automaker sold approximately 764,000 vehicles, down 1.9% from the same period in 2023. Kia attributed the decline to the temporary suspension of production at some plants for facility upgrades. Also read: 2024 Kia Carnival deliveries start in India, cricketer Suresh Raina becomes first owner Kia’s global sales in the third quarter of 2024 The temporary decline in sales of some models is related to the adjustment of model lineup. From January to September this year, Kia Motors' global sales totaled approximately 2.319 million vehicles, a year-on-year decrease of 1.5%. In addition, sales of electric vehicles fell…
EDPA Mixer and ECN Fourth Quarter Launch » Exhibit City News
Let’s party together on November 8th Author: Exhibition City News Staff Reserve time to attend exciting industry networking events hosted by Exhibition City News (ECN) and the Experience Designers and Producers Association (EDPA). The EDPA Mixer Expect a fun-filled evening of tacos, beer, and the opportunity to network with industry professionals. This event is hosted by Conference suitealso supports Chart 4 Smileis a grassroots initiative that has made a huge impact in the exhibition industry. Exhibit 4 Smiles is dedicated to bringing joy to children with life-threatening illnesses. Inspired by the smiles of children facing tough challenges, this campaign unites industry professionals to provide care and compassion to those who need it most. Event details: date: Friday, November 8, 2024 time: 6pm to 9pm Place: Voodoo Brewery, 1415 S Commerce St., Las Vegas, NV RSVP: Register here For more information or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Christie DiGianbattista Email: ChristyD@exhibitcitynews.com. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, enjoy great food, and support…
Mercedes electric car sales plunge 31% in third quarter, profits in trouble
Mercedes delivers poor third-quarter results, with sales and revenue falling Mercedes' third-quarter results disappointed as sales at its automotive division fell slightly. Electric vehicle deliveries fell 31% year-on-year. In the third quarter, group revenue fell 6.7% and earnings per share fell 47.5%. Mercedes has long been a big supporter of electric vehicles, and their product lineup proves it. The company's products include the EQA, EQB, EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, EQS SUV, and even the recently launched electric G-Class. Depending on the market, you'll also find the EQT and EQV to complete the electric range. It's an impressive range of electric cars, but the numbers suggest Mercedes may have gone too far. That's a lot of electric cars, and they'll come back to haunt the luxury brand as EV sales fell 31% year over year in the third quarter. Customers snapped up only 42,544 units in the third quarter, a decrease of 19,077 units. More: Chinese buyers are ditching German cars…
Electric vehicle discounts drive U.S. sales boom to record third quarter, but can it do it?
The average incentive rate for new electric vehicles in the U.S. last quarter was 12% of the average transaction price go through Brad Anderson October 19, 2024 16:00 In the third quarter, electric vehicle sales increased by 11% year-on-year, with 346,309 units sold, accounting for 8.9% of the total US market. Kelley Blue Book data shows that EV incentives averaged 12% in the third quarter, driving sales growth across the segment. Tesla maintained the top spot with more than 86,000 Model Y sales, followed by General Motors, which saw electric vehicle sales increase nearly 60% in the third quarter. U.S. electric vehicle sales rebounded strongly in the third quarter, soaring 11% year-on-year, accounting for 8.9% of the total new car market, a record high. This strong rebound suggests that while overall EV growth momentum has faltered for much of 2024, interest in the sector is far from waning. While global and even U.S. electric vehicle sales have been slowing for…
Top 10 best-selling cars in the third quarter of 2024
In the Indian market in the third quarter of 2024, Maruti Suzuki topped the list with sales of 58,000 units, followed by Brezza and Ertiga with sales of 55,370 units. Six cars in the top 10 is a feat achieved only by Maruti. Other brands followed suit and declared their leadership position, such as Hyundai Creta, which sold 50,082 units in the third quarter, followed by Wagon R, Tata Punch, etc. Let's take a look at the 10 best-selling cars in the third quarter of 2024. Maruti Suzuki Brezza Brezza became everyone's top choice as it was the highest-selling model in the third quarter of 2024. It is equipped with K15C dual-fuel engine (gasoline/CNG). Maruti sold nearly 58,000 Brezza units in the third quarter of 2024. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga The Ertiga, made famous by the movie Mere Dad Ki Maruti, became a reliable and powerful vehicle, especially suitable for long-distance commuting because of its spacious interior. In the latest quarter,…
Porsche asks Taycan owners to increase battery capacity to 80% by first quarter
Porsche has issued a new recall for the Taycan due to a possible short circuit in the battery. It is recommended that owners only charge 80% to reduce the risk of thermal events. This recall affects a total of 27,720 2020-2024 Porsche Taycan vehicles. Porsche is recalling 27,720 2020-2024 Taycans due to a possible short circuit in the battery module. Certain vehicle owners in affected groups will be instructed to charge their electric vehicle batteries to 80% until repairs are completed (expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025). var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd(" 6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); According to documents shared by NHTSA, the affected Porsche Taycans were produced between October 21, 2019, and February 1, 2024. All feature battery packs produced by LG and manufactured in Poland. More: U.S. Porsche Taycan sold with EU headlight software Certain battery modules in some electric vehicles…
Electric vehicles were Cadillac’s second-best-selling product in the third quarter
General Motors held a 9.5% share of the U.S. electric vehicle market in the third quarter. The group sold 32,095 electric vehicles in the third quarter of 2023, a significant year-on-year increase. Cadillac delivered 7,224 Lyriq electric vehicles in the third quarter, second only to the Escalade in sales. General Motors (GM) reported a significant year-over-year increase in electric vehicle (EV) sales through the third quarter of 2023, but overall deliveries were down from the previous year. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd(" 6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); The Detroit automaker sold 32,095 electric vehicles in the U.S. in the third quarter of 2023, up sharply from 21,930 units in the second quarter and 16,425 units in the first quarter. Overall, GM's electric vehicle sales increased 60% year over year and 46% compared to the second quarter of 2024. The increase lifted GM's share of the U.S. electric vehicle…
Even a 71% jump in Compass sales can’t stop Jeep’s third quarter
Wrangler, Gladiator and Grand Wagoneer demand declines, but Wagoneer sales up 3% go through Chris Chilton October 3, 2024 19:49 Jeep sales fell 6% in the third quarter and are down 8% so far this year. Gladiator deliveries are down 35%, and Wrangler demand is down 14%. The brand's top performer was Compass, which saw sales surge 71% in the third quarter. Will Jeep give away gold bars to people who buy a Compass? Because the SUV market as a whole has been in decline since 2016, but sales surged 71% last quarter, it certainly raised some eyebrows. Compass deliveries jumped from 20,268 to 34,632 from July to September, while overall Jeep sales fell 6% during the same period. The Compass certainly attracted some buyers who might otherwise have purchased the discontinued Renegade, but that doesn't entirely explain the difference. Neither can a facelift, since that was launched a few seasons ago for the 2022 model year. Changes for 2024…
Ford F-150 Lightning and Ranger sales double in third quarter, Bronco
Ford delivered 478,326 vehicles (-0.4%) in the third quarter of 2024, including Lincoln, 504,039 vehicles (+0.7%). Ranger (+110%) and F-150 Lightning (+105%) saw the largest sales increases. The Blue Oval's hybrid vehicle sales increased by 38% in the third quarter, electric vehicle sales increased by 12%, while ICE sales fell by 3%. Ford's sales in the third quarter of 2024 were 478,326 vehicles, excluding Lincoln, a slight decrease of 0.4% compared to the same period last year. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd(" 6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); The biggest winner among Blue Oval's vehicles was the Ranger mid-size pickup truck, with sales reaching 15,504 units in the third quarter of 2024, an impressive 110% increase compared to the same period last year. More: Ford no longer makes boring cars, says it's now in 'iconic car business' Sales of the all-electric F-150 Lightning also jumped 105% (7,162 units), while…
Strong market demand, Maersk’s second quarter 2024 results strong growth
Maersk maintained its positive momentum in the second quarter of 2024, achieving significant growth in all divisions and significantly improving its financial performance. Also read: Maersk predicts Red Sea conflict will continue until 2024 The company reported an EBIT margin of 7.5%, a significant improvement from 1.4% in the first quarter. Ocean Freight profitability improved significantly, while Logistics and Services continued to expand steadily. The Terminals division also performed strongly. On August 1, Maersk revised its 2024 forecast, citing the expansion of the Red Sea crisis and continued strong market demand as key factors. As supply chain pressures intensified, freight volumes in the ocean freight sector grew significantly and freight rates rose, especially for goods from Asia. However, the Red Sea crisis and the need to reroute vessels south of the Cape of Good Hope led to increased operating costs. Despite these challenges, profitability returned to positive territory. While earnings were lower than in the same period last year, performance…
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