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Several Stolen Dodge Muscle Cars Recovered in Georgia
Written by Steven Symes, Motorious
It’s no secret Dodge muscle cars are huge theft targets. Too often, the Mopars are either never recovered or found on the side of the road, stripped of just about every part.
North Carolina Veteran Receives Refurbished Vehicle Through NABC Recycled Rides® Program
A deserving North Carolina veteran experienced a life-changing event---the presentation of a vehicle to provide her and her family independence and the ability to work and continue her education---thanks to the National Auto Body Council (NABC) Recycled Rides® program along with car donor Allstate and repair partner Caliber Collision of Matthews.
Atlanta Family Receives Refurbished Vehicle Through NABC Recycled Rides
Recently, a deserving Atlanta family experienced a life-changing event---the presentation of a vehicle to provide them independence and the ability to work and take care of daily activities---thanks to ABRA Woodstock in Woodstock, GA, located at Krause Family Ford, and car donor GEICO, along with the National Auto Body Council (NABC) Recycled Rides® program.
CarLotz Opens in the Peach State
CarLotz, the nation's largest consignment-to-retail used vehicle marketplace, announced it will open its first hub in Georgia on Sept. 20.
IGONC Hosting ASTE 2021
The Independent Garage Owners of North Carolina (IGONC) is hosting ASTE 2021, Sept. 24-25 at the Embassy Suites and Convention Center, 201 Harrison Oaks Blvd, in Cary, NC.
Another Day, Another Chevy Bolt Fire, This Time in Georgia
Written by Andrei Nedelea, Inside EVs
While General Motors is working with battery supplier LG to find a fix for the Chevy Bolt EV and Bolt EUV spontaneous combustion issue, cars are still going up in flames.
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Report Card's Infrastructure Grade Highlights South Carolina's Needs
Written by John Haughey, The Center Square
South Carolina’s roads and bridges face a projected funding gap of $43 billion by 2040 and more than 50% of the state’s roads are in “poor condition,” according to the South Carolina section of the American Society of Civil Engineers (SC-ASCE).
LMP to Acquire 85% Interest in Alan Jay Automotive Network in Florida
LMP Automotive Holdings, Inc., an e-commerce and facilities-based automotive retailer in the U.S., on Sept. 13 announced its entry into definitive acquisition agreements to purchase an 85% interest in the Alan Jay Automotive Network, a 12-dealership group in Florida, along with the associated real estate, generating approximately $345 million in annualized revenue and $18.3 million in adjusted EBITDA.
First Graduates of GA Dept. of Corrections Automotive Academy Recognized
The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) hosted a ceremony Sept. 8 recognizing the first graduating class of its Fleet Services Program Automotive Academy.
Li-Cycle to Build Next Plant in Alabama
Li-Cycle Holdings on Sept. 8 announced it will build a fourth commercial lithium-ion battery recycling facility, to be located in Tuscaloosa, AL.