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Luxury Experience & Co Set the Stage Celebrating NBA All-Star Week at The Petersen Automobile Museum

“We were excited to bring together an array of talent and brands to celebrate the NBA All-Star Week in Los Angeles.” ”
— Melissa McAvoy

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Experience & Co presented a gifting lounge celebrating the top NBA Players during the season’s All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles. Celebrities and athletes had the ultimate backdrop at the Petersen Automotive Museum as they familiarized themselves with select premium brands being gifted, all while celebrating our foundation partner, Family Promise, with partners Athleteprenuer and Alumni Ventures.

Family Promise prevents and ends homelessness for families with children, helping them achieve sustainable independence through a community-based response. We were excited to give the foundation a platform to raise awareness of a major problem affecting communities nationwide.

LE&Co provided an exclusive experience that combined celebrity and athlete gifting provided by MySeven, JBK Wellness Labs, Author Jenelle Kim, Stratos Jets, Womeness, Shapescale, Trashie, T10 Bespoke, Dermovia Skincare, Northway, Medase, Doc Solomon, Sole Gripz, Alumni Ventures, Daily Shade, Athleteprenuer, Ngozi Body, Eli Liunzer Productions, and many more.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, the Petersen Automotive Museum was the ideal venue for guests such as WNBA Toronto Raptors Alijah Martin, NBA Legend Mamadou N’Diaye, The Bay star Najee De-Tiege, Founder of Women’s Premier Basketball Association and Professional Basketball Player Faatimah A, WNBA Chicago Sky star Michaela Onyenwere, Oscar-winning producer Cindy Cowan, Emmy Award-winning actor, author, musician, and philanthropist Terence Terrell, and many more.

LE & Founder Melissa McAvoy toasted the event’s success. McAvoy said, “We were excited to bring together an array of talent and brands to celebrate the NBA All-Star Week in Los Angeles.” McAvoy added, “We strive to create a unique experience with all our events.”

About Athleteprenuer
Founded in 2005 and molded into a full-service agency in 2022, Athletepreneur is more than an agency; it’s a movement. We’re redefining what it means to be an athlete in the modern era, sitting at the intersection of representation, education, and innovation. Our mission is simple: to equip athletes with the tools, partnerships, and mindset to own their future—on and off the field.

About Alumni Ventures
Alumni Ventures is one of the world’s most active venture firms, making startup investing more accessible for individuals and empowering Founders with strategic capital and support. We back bold innovation and believe that venture is for more than just institutions—it’s for people who want to shape the future.

About Luxury Experience & Co, LLC
Today’s leading brands partner with LE & Co Luxury Gift Lounges to put their products in the hands of the hottest names in film, television, and sports. With years of experience in Public Relations, Events, and Business Development, we lead and develop effective key brand relationships. Recognizing the importance of brand awareness for our clients, we have created a comprehensive service package to maximize their return on investment.

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February 21, 2026
OneSource Financial Expands Executive Team with Appointment of Shelby Journell

Shelby Journell – Vice President of Strategy, Product and Credit Performance

If you believe a business is built on relationships, make building them you business”
— Scott Stratten

AUBURN, NY, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — OneSource Financial today announced the appointment of Shelby Journell as Vice President of Strategy, Product and Credit Performance, strengthening the company’s executive leadership team as it continues to expand its national specialty finance platform.

Shelby brings more than 37 years of executive leadership experience and deep credit expertise across asset-backed lending, underwriting, and dealer-focused finance programs. Her extensive background in developing disciplined credit strategies and building high-performing portfolios positions OneSource to further enhance product innovation, portfolio performance, and scalable growth initiatives.

Throughout her career, Shelby has earned a reputation for delivering innovative credit solutions, optimizing underwriting frameworks, and cultivating long-standing relationships across the dealer and lending ecosystem. Her hands-on knowledge of credit structure, risk management, and portfolio analytics will play a central role in advancing OneSource’s strategic roadmap.

OneSource Financial is widely recognized for its leadership in recreational finance, serving RV, marine, and powersports dealers with flexible underwriting models, higher advance structures, and solutions tailored to self-employed and non-traditional income borrowers. As market complexity increases and disciplined credit execution becomes even more critical, Shelby’s leadership further reinforces the company’s commitment to credit excellence and sustainable growth.

“Shelby’s depth of experience in credit performance and strategic product development makes her an exceptional addition to our leadership team,” said Sara Fagan, President & CEO of OneSource Financial. “As we continue to strengthen our position in recreational finance, it is essential that our platform remains disciplined, innovative, and partner-focused. Shelby’s leadership will help ensure we deliver scalable solutions that drive both dealer success and strong portfolio performance.”

In addition to its established recreational lending platform, OneSource’s broader specialty vehicle finance capabilities include auto lending, further reinforcing the company’s diversified credit expertise and long-term growth strategy.

Shelby’s appointment reflects OneSource Financial’s continued investment in executive leadership, credit infrastructure, and strategic product development as the company advances its national expansion initiatives.

Please join us in welcoming Shelby Journell to OneSource Financial.

About OneSource Financial
OneSource Financial is a national specialty finance platform best known for its leadership in recreational lending across RV, marine, and powersports markets. Through technology-enabled infrastructure, centralized operations, and disciplined underwriting expertise, OneSource delivers scalable credit programs designed to drive dealer growth while maintaining strong portfolio performance. The company’s broader specialty vehicle platform also includes auto lending, reinforcing its diversified capabilities and long-term strategic vision within the vehicle finance industry.

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February 21, 2026
DeLaTrap Wear Redefines Luxury Streetwear With Collections Born From Hustle and Achievement

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — DeLaTrap Wear, a luxury streetwear brand that embodies the journey from struggle to success, announces its continued expansion as a global statement of self-made power and refined ambition. Founded by Miami entrepreneur Marin Marinov, the brand has evolved from urban boutiques and pop-up shops into a sought-after label worn by those who understand that true luxury is earned, not inherited.

The brand’s origin story reflects its core philosophy. Marinov, who immigrated from a poor Balkan country, built a $12 million exotic car rental empire through determination and hard work. This journey from hardship to achievement became the foundation for DeLaTrap’s design philosophy, where every piece serves as a wearable reminder of drive, resilience, and accomplishment.

“Success is a lifestyle, Luxury is a state of mind,” represents the ethos of the DeLaTrap Designer Lounge, where street ambition meets timeless sophistication. According to company representatives, each product is designed to tell a story of perseverance and earned triumph, transforming clothing into personal trophies that commemorate obstacles overcome.

DeLaTrap Wear releases limited collections that consistently sell out online, with some items achieving collectible status and reselling above original market value. This scarcity model reflects the brand’s commitment to exclusivity and quality, positioning each piece as more than apparel—as symbols of achievement for those who have forged their own paths to success.

The company notes its unique approach to brand partnerships, choosing to collaborate with real individuals who have achieved their own success from the ground up rather than traditional celebrity endorsers. This strategy emphasizes authenticity and substance, solidifying DeLaTrap’s presence through partnerships with people who embody a positive mindset of abundance and genuine accomplishment.

Representatives from DeLaTrap Wear note that the target audience consists of driven, ambitious individuals who appreciate both luxury clothing and streetwear aesthetics. The brand appeals to those who view their wardrobe as an extension of their personal success story and value pieces that represent meaningful achievement rather than inherited privilege.

Looking ahead, DeLaTrap Wear has announced plans for global expansion and partnerships with major international retailers and world-renowned brands, positioning the company for continued growth in the luxury streetwear market.

About DeLaTrap Wear

Raised in the streets and built from the hustle, DeLaTrap Wear is a luxury streetwear brand that transforms raw ambition into refined style. Founded by Miami entrepreneur Marin Marinov, the brand combines street culture with sophisticated design to create limited-edition collections for those who understand that luxury is earned through dedication and perseverance.

For more information, visit https://www.delatrapwear.com.

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February 21, 2026
How Much It Costs To Fly On The Same Private Jet Types As Celebrities, Billionaires, CEOs, and A-Listers Revealed

Private Jet Card Comparisons reveals the cost to fly on the same type of private jets used by celebrities, billionaires, CEOs, and sports team owners

We used flight cost data from our proprietary database of over 1,500 private jet programs and cross-referenced with publicly available data, revealing how much it costs to fly on the same jets as VIPS”
— Doug Gollan, Editor-in-Chief, Private Jet Card Comparisons

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Private Jet Card Comparisons, the private aviation buyer’s guide, reveals the cost of flying on the same private jets used by celebrities, sports team owners, well-known CEOs, star athletes, influencers, and companies that make leading products. Private Jet Card Comparisons used publicly available data, combined with its proprietary database of over 1,500 jet cards, jet memberships, private jet charter programs, and fractional jet options, to reveal how much it will cost to fly like well-known stars and VVIPs.

“Celebrity Private Jets and Cost To Buy, Cost To Fly” tracks over 100 sports team owners, current and former athletes, actors, musicians, influencers, billionaires, royalty, politicians, and public officials by the type of private jet they own or use.

From ultra-long-range private jets that cost over $70 million to the Pilatus PC-12, a single-engine turboprop, the article spotlights the specific private aircraft that are used by the people and companies you know.

“While celebrities, billionaires, and well-known companies cluster around private jets like the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 7500 that can fly 15 hours nonstop, quite a few own more than one private aircraft,” said Doug Gollan, President and Editor-in-Chief of Private Jet Card Comparisons, adding, “It’s like cars in your driveway. Many households have more than one car. In fact, 55% of our subscribers who own their own jets also have jet cards, and 31% of full jet owners also have shares in at least one fractional jet ownership program.”

The buyer’s guide tracks over 1,500 jet card, membership, charter, and fractional ownership programs sold by nearly 100 companies and updates its data more than 150 times annually. Private Jet Card Comparisons subscribers who pay $500 for an annual subscription save research time by finding and comparing the programs that best match their needs, all in one place.

Each program is compared by over 65 variables, from company profile to aircraft type, sourcing methods, seating capacity, where you can fly, pricing, minimum flight time charges, program rules for booking, changing, cancellation policies, blackout and peak days, what’s included, and extra charges such as de-icing, Wi-Fi, catering, and the type and size of pets you can bring along. Private Jet Card Comparisons additionally offers solutions for Wealth Advisors and Family Officers via its Enterprise Direct subscription service. Private Jet Card Comparisons is also popular with Corporate Flight Departments, which use its database to identify supplemental lift options and provide management with third-party benchmarking.

“There is so much coverage of celebrities and CEOs flying privately, but it is hard to get accurate and current pricing on how much it would actually cost to fly on that jet, including the cost of repositioning the aircraft. Our pricing reflects occupied hours, the time you are in the actual airplane flying, and the minimum number of flight hours charged by each program for each aircraft type,” Gollan says.

Flying on the same type of private jet as the A-listers is not difficult, but it is not cheap. “Virtually all the private jets flown by your favorite personality or brands can be accessed by a jet card program or ad hoc charter,” Gollan says, adding, “While tracking celebrities and sports stars is controversial, this provides a fun way to create a memorable experience where you can plan out a dream trip and fly in the same type of private jet as the famous folks.”

Private Jet Card Comparisons doesn’t sell flights, Gollan notes, commenting, “Accessing the market can be confusing with discounted empty legs that often aren’t available and carry big risks, jet sharing, which is not always legal and carries safety and liability concerns, one-off charters, which are often non-refundable and have strict cancellation terms, jet cards where you have to prepay six figures, and fractional ownership, which entails a five-year commitment. We give subscribers the information, education, and data so they can act as educated consumers and avoid costly mistakes.”

About PRIVATE JET CARD COMPARISONS

Private Jet Card Comparisons is the go-to subscription-based consumer buyer’s guide for navigating private aviation programs, including on-demand charters, jet sharing, jet cards, memberships, and fractional ownership. The platform compares over 1,500 program options from 80+ providers and features a database of 75,000+ data points, updated more than 180 times in 2025 and 35 times so far in 2026. Subscribers can compare programs using 65+ variables, receive access to the industry’s only QUICK COMPARE FLIGHT PRICING tool, and request DECIDER CUSTOM ANALYSIS Reports to ﬁnd the best ﬁt for their unique ﬂying needs. For more information, visit Private Jet Card Comparisons.

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February 21, 2026
DriveSafe Online Says Georgia Hands Free Approach Reflects a National Shift Away From Simple Texting Bans

Data highlights reasons for distracted driving restrictions and compares the state’s hands free approach with policies in Texas and Virginia.

The goal is to reduce the moments when your eyes, hands, and attention leave the driving task. ”
— Patrick Mileham

WICHITA, KS, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Georgia’s “hands-free” distracted-driving law is often described as a texting ban, but it goes much further. That difference matters for safety, according to DriveSafe Online, an online defensive driving course provider.

Georgia law prohibits drivers from physically holding or supporting a phone or wireless device for any reason while operating a vehicle, and it also bans writing, sending, or reading text-based communication while driving.

“Texting bans target one dangerous behavior,” said Patrick Mileham, DriveSafe Online’s director of content development. “Georgia’s law targets the habit. The hand-to-phone reflex that turns a quick glance into a rear-end crash, a lane drift, or a collision with a pedestrian.”

Georgia’s data underscores the scale of distraction

A Georgia Traffic Safety Facts report found that in 2023, 55% of motor vehicle traffic crashes met the criteria of involving at least one confirmed or suspected distracted driver. The same report notes the challenge of confirming distraction after a crash, meaning official counts can understate the true impact.

The report also found 14.7% of drivers were observed engaging in distraction behaviors (such as talking, texting, dialing, or eating). And while fatal distraction is difficult to verify in police reporting, Georgia’s crash data recorded 41 fatal crashes involving at least one confirmed distracted driver in 2023, resulting in 41 deaths.

How Georgia compares to Texas and Virginia

Georgia (Hands-Free Georgia Act): Drivers cannot hold or support a phone/device while operating a vehicle and cannot read, write, or send text-based messages while driving. Drivers also are restricted from watching, recording, or broadcasting videos. Penalties escalate with convictions, adding points and fines up to $150.

Texas: State law makes it illegal to send or receive electronic messages while driving and includes added restrictions for teen drivers, school zones, and school buses, with additional city-level laws in some areas.

Virginia: Virginia prohibits drivers from holding a handheld personal communications device while driving a moving vehicle, with exceptions for being lawfully parked/stopped and reporting emergencies. Virginia’s fines start at $125 and rise to $250, with a mandatory $250 fine in highway work zones.

Why “hands-free” still needs training

Even where hands-free use is legal, safety risk doesn’t disappear. The Governors Highway Safety Association notes that distraction-related crashes killed 3,275 people in 2023 and injured hundreds of thousands more.

“Hands-free doesn’t always mean risk-free,” Mileham said. “The goal is to reduce the moments when your eyes, hands, and attention leave the driving task. That’s where coaching and practice-based training can help drivers build better habits.”

What Georgia drivers should do today

DriveSafe Online recommends three immediate steps for Georgia motorists:

• Mount the phone before starting the trip (or keep it out of reach).
• Set navigation and music before moving.
• Use voice controls sparingly, and pull over when a conversation or message is emotionally or cognitively demanding.

Stronger distracted driving laws are an important step, but lasting safety depends on changing behavior. For organizations and fleet leaders, distracted driving policies are only the starting point. Ongoing driver safety training provides a structured way to address risk, reinforce expectations, and build a culture of accountability.

Visit DriveSafe Online to learn how easy it is to get safety certified in as little as one hour.

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February 21, 2026
RevolutionParts Announces 2025 Parts Excellence Award Winners as Dealers Turn eCommerce Into a Major Revenue Channel

Award-winning dealerships prove online parts sales can become a predictable, scalable profit center for fixed operations.

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As more drivers keep their vehicles longer and more customers search for OEM parts online, dealerships are rethinking how they grow fixed operations. Today, RevolutionParts announced the winners of its 2025 Parts Excellence Awards, recognizing the dealers who turned online parts sales into a measurable, scalable revenue stream.

In a year when fixed operations carried more weight than ever, these dealerships proved that strong systems, accurate catalog data, marketplace integration, and disciplined workflows can transform online parts and accessory sales from a side project into a serious profit center.

“These awards celebrate the dealers who built something sustainable,” said Ibrahim Mesbah, CEO and Co-Founder of RevolutionParts. “They’re putting real work into their online parts programs, building strong teams, serving customers well, and growing in ways that support the whole dealership. Their success is what this industry looks like when it moves forward.”

RevolutionParts’ 2025 Parts Excellence Award winners:

Top Overall Sales: Quirk Auto Dealerships of Massachusetts
Quirk Auto Dealerships earned the top spot for overall online parts sales in 2025. Their results reflect a disciplined, well-run operation across multiple rooftops that keeps both volume and customer experience in balance.

eCommerce Excellence: Parkway Chevrolet
Parkway Chevrolet received the eCommerce Excellence award for building a connected and efficient online parts business. “With the help of RevolutionParts, it’s easy to integrate and it makes everything streamlined. That unlocked a whole other level of just exploding sales,” said Parts eCommerce Manager Robert St. Romain Jr.

Rookie of the Year: Walser Nissan Wayzata
Walser Nissan Wayzata earned Rookie of the Year after growing its online parts business at a rapid pace. After joining RevolutionParts in 2024, the store started with modest monthly sales. With help from its RevolutionParts consultant and a clear plan, the dealership grew its monthly volume more than ten times within a year.

Top Amazon Seller: McGrath Elmhurst Toyota
McGrath Elmhurst Toyota earned Top Amazon Seller by running a smooth and reliable marketplace operation built on accurate listings and fast order fulfillment.

Top eBay Seller: Clay Cooley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Clay Cooley CDJR earned Top eBay Seller for pairing clear product listings, fair pricing, and dependable shipping.

Top Sellers by Brand
RevolutionParts also recognized top dealers by brand, including Audi North Atlanta, Nalley BMW, Foothills BMW Motorcycles of Lakewood, Planet Ford, Van Chevrolet, Brannon Honda, Boucher Hyundai of Waukesha, Modern Infiniti of Winston-Salem, Jaguar Laval, Horne Kia, Arrowhead Land Rover, Performance Lexus, Mazda of Brampton, Performance Mercedes-Benz, Flow MINI, Brampton Mitsubishi, Dallas Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Midway Nissan, Porsche Delaware, Modern Subaru of Boone, Ourisman Toyota of Richmond, Nalley Volkswagen of Alpharetta, Crest Volvo Cars, and Nalley Acura.

Why This Matters for Dealers Nationwide
Only 25% of dealerships currently sell parts online at scale. As online demand increases, dealers that build early operational discipline and marketplace presence are gaining a competitive advantage without increasing headcount.

About RevolutionParts
RevolutionParts helps automotive dealerships grow parts and accessory revenue by turning eCommerce into a scalable, profitable operation. Its turnkey platform connects dealership inventory to customers nationwide through a modern online storefront, marketplace integrations, automation tools, and DMS connectivity, all backed by hands-on performance coaching from industry experts. Since its founding, RevolutionParts has powered more than $5 billion in parts and accessory sales. Learn more at revolutionparts.com. To learn more, visit revolutionparts.com.

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February 21, 2026
Rough Country Partners with RevolutionParts to Unlock Access to Nearly 3,000 Automotive Parts Sellers

Breakthrough integration enables Rough Country to distribute directly through a network of thousands of U.S. franchised auto dealerships.

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — RevolutionParts, a leading eCommerce platform for the automotive industry, announced a strategic partnership with Rough Country, a premier manufacturer of off-road suspension and performance parts. This partnership empowers Rough Country to make its full product catalog available to more than 2,700 automotive parts retailers and franchised dealerships through the RevolutionParts platform.

Historically, aftermarket manufacturers have struggled to get traction inside traditional dealership parts departments, a channel dominated by OEM product pipelines and tight supply chain control. This partnership marks a new era in aftermarket distribution.

“This is a watershed moment for the aftermarket industry,” said Gideon Williams, Business Development Manager of Aftermarket at RevolutionParts. “We’ve removed every barrier between manufacturers and the dealership channel. With Rough Country’s catalog now instantly accessible to our entire network of sellers, and with product warehoused and ready to ship, this is a true plug-and-play sales engine for them.”

Through this partnership:
Rough Country’s official catalog is now live inside the RevolutionParts system.
Sellers can list and sell Rough Country products online with zero upfront investment or integration.
All products are fulfilled via warehouse-direct dropshipping, simplifying logistics and eliminating the need for dealers to carry inventory.

Sales performance tracking and inventory visibility are built-in.
Rough Country’s long-standing reputation as a performance brand, combined with its first-mover advantage in this space, positions the company to gain significant share quickly. The partnership provides other aftermarket brands a powerful case study in how to break into the dealership channel, a market that has long been viewed as impenetrable.

Tim Watts, Rough Country Vice President of Sales, said, “Rough Country is excited to announce our new partnership with RevolutionParts, bringing the full Rough Country catalog to their dealership network. This strategic collaboration ensures our products can be quickly and easily accessed through RevolutionParts’ end-to-end solution, seamlessly connecting Rough Country’s aftermarket accessories with the OEM purchasing experience. Together, we’re empowering dealerships to generate additional accessory revenue at the point of sale, in the parts department, and through the service lane.”

This announcement also marks a broader shift in how parts manufacturers are thinking about eCommerce: not just as a D2C channel, but as a way to activate established sellers to scale sales without channel conflict. With MAP pricing, high brand awareness, and instant distribution access, Rough Country has set a new precedent.
Manufacturers interested in joining the RevolutionParts partner program can visit revolutionparts.com to learn more.

About RevolutionParts
RevolutionParts powers automotive eCommerce by helping dealerships and aftermarket brands sell parts online through a unified platform. With the most accurate OEM catalog data, seamless DMS integrations, and end-to-end order management, RevolutionParts is redefining parts distribution for the digital age.

About Rough Country
Rough Country is a leading manufacturer of suspension systems, leveling kits, bed covers, lighting, and interior/exterior off-road accessories. With a reputation for affordability, quality, and innovation, Rough Country products are trusted by millions of truck and SUV owners across North America.

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February 21, 2026
Torsten Blaschke Appointed New CFO at congatec

Seasoned Finance Executive Strengthens International Market Position

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — congatec – the leading vendor of embedded and edge computing technology – is strengthening its management team with the appointment of Torsten Blaschke as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In his new role, he will support congatec’s continued globalization and market leadership while driving the company’s global growth.

Torsten Blaschke joins the executive leadership team alongside CEO Dominik Ressing and COO & CTO Konrad Garhammer, bringing decades of management experience from leading companies across a range of industries. Most recently, Blaschke served as Group CFO of the service provider doctari group. Prior to that, he spent nearly 20 years in senior leadership roles at the consulting firm EY.

Blaschke brings his many years of expertise to help advance congatec as a global player. “congatec already stands for technological excellence, innovation, and a broad, future-oriented portfolio of embedded computing technologies. My goal is to further strengthen congatec, establish new business models, and steadily increase profitability. I am very much looking forward to financially steering the market leader in application-ready embedded computing technologies,” said Blaschke.

From left to right: Torsten Blaschke (CFO), Dominik Ressing (CEO), Konrad Garhammer (COO & CTO)

“As CEO of congatec, I am pleased to welcome Torsten Blaschke to our company and look forward to working with him,” said Dominik Ressing. “With his many years of leadership experience in international organizations, Torsten adds valuable strategic and financial expertise to our innovation and technology strengths. He will support us in addressing markets in a more targeted manner and in building sustainable business models that deliver even greater value to our customers in automation, medical technology, robotics, transportation, energy, and communications. We are gaining a CFO who will secure our market position financially and sustainably expand and strengthen congatec’s market leadership,” Ressing said.

Konrad Garhammer, COO & CTO of congatec, added: “With Torsten’s expertise, we will be able to further expand our aReady. portfolio, comprising application-ready hardware and software building blocks as well as services. This will enable us to provide our embedded computing customers with more and easier-to-use value-added offerings in areas such as AI, security, and ruggedness – helping them further enhance the value, business models, and time-to-dollar of their applications.”

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About congatec
congatec is the leading global provider of high-performance hardware and software building blocks for embedded and edge computing solutions based on Computer-on-Modules (COMs). These advanced computer modules drive systems and devices across industries such as industrial automation, medical technology, robotics, telecommunications, and more. congatec’s high-performance aReady. ecosystems simplify and accelerate the solution development, from COM to cloud. This application-ready approach combines COMs with services and customizable technologies that enable cutting-edge advancements in system consolidation, IoT, security, and artificial intelligence. Supported by its majority shareholder, DBAG Fund VIII – a German mid-market fund focused on driving growth for industrial enterprises – congatec has the financial backing and M&A expertise to capitalize on expanding market opportunities. For more information, visit congatec.com, aReady.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.

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February 21, 2026
Precision Tune Auto Care (PTAC) Announces Expansion of Raleigh’s Baileywick Location

North Raleigh shop now features 17 vehicle lifts, making it PTAC’s largest location in the US

We’re proud to be your neighborhood automotive service experts, with an outstanding team of technicians who give our community a trusted, high-quality alternative to a dealership.”
— Josh Haynes, manager of PTAC’s Baileywick location

RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Precision Tune Auto Care (PTAC), a trusted name in automotive care, has announced the expansion of its popular Baileywick location in North Raleigh. Having served the Raleigh community since 1979, the automotive repair staple is aiming to provide an even more seamless and enjoyable experience for customers. This location opened in 1995, originally with a Blockbuster Video located next door. It has now expanded to encompass the entire structure and boasts 9,500 square feet of space, making it PTAC’s largest location in the United States. The Baileywick shop accommodates 17 lifts, an addition of 7 lifts, that will service over 16,000 vehicles annually.

“We’re excited to expand our store and increase our capacity to better serve the North Raleigh community,” said Josh Haynes, manager of PTAC’s Baileywick location and 15-year employee of the company. “As a family-owned business, our team approaches every customer the same way we would our own family — treating each person with honesty and respect. We’re proud to be your neighborhood automotive service experts, with an outstanding team of technicians who give our community a trusted, high-quality alternative to a dealership.”

Voted Best & Most Trusted Mechanic by INDY Magazine, Precision Tune is touted for great service, knowledgeable and professional technicians, and an honest and helpful staff. Thanks to the increased square footage and vehicle lifts, PTAC has increased the size of the team to provide even greater service to its customers.

The expansion was completed in January and is now servicing customers in the additional space. The address is 9009 Baileywick Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615.

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Corrdesa Releases Automotive-Validated Corrosion Data in Djinn, Accelerating Digital Transformation in Vehicle Design

Djinn Now Includes Polarization Data for 67 Automotive-Relevant Materials, Enabling Automotive-Ready Galvanic Corrosion Prediction

This is what digital transformation looks like for corrosion engineering: science-backed electrochemical data, computational analysis, and the ability to design out risks in the virtual vehicle”
— Siva Palani

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Corrdesa LLC today announced an important addition to the materials database within its corrosion intelligence platform, Corrdesa Corrosion DjinnTM. Djinn now includes experimentally acquired polarization data for 67 automotive-relevant materials, developed through direct collaboration with Ford Motor Company and General Motors.

This expanded dataset marks a significant milestone in making Djinn automotive-ready, providing OEMs and suppliers with high-fidelity electrochemical inputs using real automotive manufactured materials, coatings and sealants. The measurement protocol builds on Corrdesa’s proven experience gathering aerospace material data for the U.S. Department of Defense.

Unlike generic or literature-derived corrosion inputs, the new Djinn dataset reflects actual measured polarization behavior for alloys, coatings, and surface treatments commonly used in modern automotive platforms, including mixed-material assemblies and electrified vehicle architectures.

“This is what digital transformation looks like for corrosion engineering: science-backed electrochemical data, computational analysis, and the ability to design out corrosion risks in the virtual vehicle—before a single prototype is built,” said Siva Palani, CTO of Corrdesa. “By working directly with Ford and GM to acquire high-quality polarization data, we’ve taken a positive step to ensure Djinn reflects the materials and realities automotive engineers actually face.”

Automotive-Relevant. Engineering-Grade. Ready Today.
With this release, automotive engineering teams can now use Djinn to:
• Predict corrosion risk early in design, before tooling or prototype builds
• Evaluate material and coating tradeoffs using measured electrochemical behavior
• Assess galvanic interactions in mixed-material body, chassis, and powertrain assemblies
• Support electrified vehicle development, where material lightweighting and new power architectures introduce additional corrosion risks
• Reduce reliance on physical corrosion testing while improving confidence in durability decisions

Djinn integrates directly with digital engineering workflows, enabling corrosion assessment to become a design-time discipline rather than a late-stage test finding.

Built for OEMs and Tier 1s
The inclusion of Ford- and GM-collaborated data underscores Corrdesa’s commitment to building industry-validated, corrosion intelligence. Djinn is designed to support:
• Automotive OEM corrosion, materials, and durability teams
• Tier 1 suppliers responsible for subsystem and component integrity
• Advanced engineering groups focused on cost reduction, lightweighting, and electrification

About Corrdesa Djinn
Corrdesa Djinn is a corrosion intelligence platform that transforms electrochemical data into actionable engineering insight. Djinn enables organizations to predict corrosion behavior across materials, environments, and product designs—supporting informed decisions from concept through sustainment.

About Corrdesa
Corrdesa LLC is a technology company specializing in digital corrosion prediction and lifecycle durability intelligence. Corrdesa works with automotive, aerospace, defense, and industrial organizations to reduce corrosion risk, cost, and uncertainty through data-driven engineering.

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Corrdesa LLC
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