Dealerships acquired in Calif., Ga.
Three dealership groups acquired stores in California in separate deals, while another group added a second Stellantis store in Georgia......»»
Next-gen Corvette ZR-1 undergoes high speed testing in Germany
A fourth Chevrolet Corvette model, the ZR1, is expected to arrive at dealerships next year as a 2024 or 2025 model. Unlike previous versions of the highest-performance street-legal Corvette with supercharged V-8s, the C8 version will be powered by.....»»
Microsoft has acquired Activision Blizzard: What does that mean for you?
After nearly two years, Microsoft finally acquired Activision Blizzard. Here's what that means for players and Xbox's future......»»
Here’s what Xbox boss Phil Spencer said to employees after the Activision Blizzard acquisition
It’s official. Microsoft finally, officially, triumphantly acquired Activision Blizzard. The CMA officially gave this blessing for the acquisition earlier today, removing the final hurdle for … The post Here’s what Xbox boss Phil Sp.....»»
#1 Cochran Automotive acquires Flynn Auto Group"s 4 Ohio dealerships
#1 Cochran Automotive has completed its fifth acquisition of the year and bolstered its presence in the Youngstown, Ohio, market......»»
Casa Auto buys 4 New Mexico dealerships
Casa Auto Group, of Texas, bolstered its presence in nearby New Mexico with the September purchase of four dealerships......»»
Sony designed a customizable PlayStation controller. It’s going to make gaming better for everyone
Five years in the making, Sony designed its new Access controller for PlayStation to be adjustable to players’ specific needs. SAN MATEO, Calif. (AP) — Paul Lane uses his mouth, cheek and chin to push buttons and guide his virtual car.....»»
Xsolla acquires 3 content creation and distribution companies
Xsolla, a global game commerce company, has acquired Lightstream, Rainmaker, and API.stream from Videndum, the parent company. Xsolla, a global game commerce company, has acquired Lightstream, Rainmaker, and API.stream from Videndum, the parent c.....»»
Check Point Quantum SASE protects hybrid work and cloud networks
Check Point launched Quantum SASE, integrating technologies from newly acquired Perimeter 81. This integrated offering addresses organizations’ needs for a unified user experience, simplified SASE management, and a fast, secure browsing experience......»»
Ed Morse Automotive buys 3 Texas dealerships
Florida's Ed Morse Automotive Group bought the dealerships from Foundation Automotive Corp., a large auto retailer with stores in the U.S. and Canada, where it is headquartered......»»
Common red food dye banned in Calif.—30 years after FDA found cancer risk in rats
The risk of red dye No. 3 is considered low, but its regulation is a head-scratcher. Enlarge / The famous Easter candy Peeps, made by Just Born Quality Confections, are displayed on April 7, 2023 in New York, US. Consumer Reports.....»»
Dealerships help fill retail tech VC investment shortfall
Some dealerships have long launched startups to fill specific business needs. They're increasingly becoming investors for new companies outside their walls......»»
BMW beefs up X2 compact crossover coupe
The 2024 BMW X2 will arrive at U.S. dealerships in March......»»
Facebook’s sexist, ageist ad-targeting violates Calif. law, court finds
"Shocking" ruling could have "devastating effects," tech law expert warns. Enlarge (credit: SOPA Images / Contributor | LightRocket) Facebook may have to overhaul its entire ad-targeting system after a California court r.....»»
X working on new Premium subscription tiers to let users remove ads
Elon Musk’s X platform (formerly Twitter) has been undergoing a lot of profound changes since it was acquired by the billionaire last year, as he wants to turn the social network into a mega app for calls and even payments. In the meantime, it seem.....»»
Honda, Volkswagen and Chevrolet-Nissan-Honda dealerships sell in Q3 transactions
The country's largest public auto retailer and one of the largest private dealership groups were among third-quarter transactions......»»
Alpha Auto Group finalizes $842M deal for U.K."s Lookers group
The deal hands ownership of Lookers’ 147 new-vehicle dealerships in the U.K. and Ireland to Global Auto Holdings, a special-purpose acquisition company formed to carry out the purchase......»»
Murgado Automotive buys pair of Mercedes-Benz dealerships in Virginia
Murgado Automotive Group followed up a March purchase with a two-store luxury acquisition in Virginia......»»
Lithia Motors raises bid for Pendragon car dealerships
Two weeks after Lithia Motors Inc. revealed its plans for Pendragon in the U.K., the auto retailer has updated its offer to pay significantly more cash for the business......»»
N.Y. judge pauses EV rules for Ford, Lincoln dealerships in suit
Suffolk County Supreme Court Acting Justice James Hudson in New York on Sept. 20 blocked Ford and Lincoln from imposing facility and business requirements on five dealerships to sell EVs until the retailers' lawsuit challenging the brands' EV dealer.....»»
Chevy, Cadillac dealerships trade hands after Nebraska court battle involving GM exercising its right of first refusal
General Motors last year exercised its right of first refusal in a buy-sell deal for two Nebraska stores. The automaker ultimately sued the seller and original buyer before a judge dismissed the case. The stores changed hands in May......»»