Fiat Argo Endurance joins the ranks of farmer-friendly hatchbacks
The Argo Endurance is like an affordable Trekking with a raised suspension and all-terrain tires The Fiat Argo Endurance is a rugged small hatchback for the Brazilian market. This model features a raised suspension, all-terrain tires, and underbody protection. The Argo Endurance starts at 79,990 Brazilian reals ($14,545), which is cheaper than the Trekking. Fiat has launched its new Argo small hatchback in Brazil, which combines minimalist styling with a raised suspension and grippy tires. The model is intended for use in agriculture and is a direct competitor to the Volkswagen Polo Robust launched earlier this year. The Fiat Argo Endurance looks like a cheaper version of the Argo Trekking, minus the roof rails, fog lights and stickers. However, it retains the plastic cladding around the wheel arches and an underbody protector to keep the crankcase safe on rough roads. MORE: New Fiat Titano midsize pickup is Stellantis' Hilux and Ranger rival for China More importantly, the new car uses…
More and more event professionals are joining the ranks of freelancers
By Jennifer N. Dienst Soundings CEO Tracy Judge (left) and freelance events expert Erika Brunke discuss the benefits of freelancing during a panel discussion at the CEMA Summit in Seattle on August 5. (Whatever Media Group) According to a new report released earlier this month by Soundings, “Agile Talent Strategies: Leveraging the Expertise of Freelancers in the Business Events Industry,” the trend of event professionals choosing freelance work over full-time employment remains strong during and after the pandemic. The findings were shared during a panel discussion at the 2024 CEMA Summit, “Navigating the Transition: From Corporate to Freelance,” with Soundings founder and CEO Tracy Judge, and event professionals Erika Brunke, Stacey Kashubeck and Michele Schneider, who quit their full-time jobs to become freelancers. According to Judge, they’ve seen an increase in people joining Soundings, a talent community of more than 2,900 independent business event professionals. But the report’s insights also reflect broader trends in the U.S. workforce — 36% of…