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VML earns top honors across Fast Company, Campaign Brief, the Gerety Awards NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- VML's global network received a trio of prestigious honors this week, being recognized by Fast Company, Campaign Brief, and the Gerety Awards. The agency continues to demonstrate how blending creativity, innovation, and cultural insight delivers human-first work that resonates. Fast Company: No. 3 on 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators Fast Company named VML the No. 3 company on its seventh an ...

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My Ride: Raymond Beniquez discusses his 1939 Ford Deluxe Station Wagon and the history of wood-bodied vehicles in Puerto Rico https://t.co/4IDxzCKeGV ...

Job Cuts - Ford plans to cut more than 470 jobs at two plants in South Africa [1] Import Trends - Imports of cars from India and China are jumping [1]

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Core Insights - The automotive industry's transition to electrification is ongoing, with electric vehicles (EVs) being recognized as the future of transportation [1][3] - Mercury Insurance has released a list of the most affordable EVs to insure, aimed at helping budget-conscious consumers maximize insurance savings [1][2] Industry Overview - The list includes vehicles from the 2025 and 2026 model years, marking the 10th year of publication by Mercury Insurance [2] - Factors influencing insurance costs include claims on similar vehicles, repair costs, and vehicle safety records [2] Consumer Guidance - With federal EV tax credits nearing expiration, consumers are encouraged to consider purchasing an EV now [3] - The list provides options for consumers looking to reduce the total cost of car ownership, including insurance costs [4] Featured Vehicles - The top 10 most affordable EVs to insure include: - Chevrolet Blazer EV - Chevrolet Equinox EV - Nissan Leaf - Kia Niro EV - Ford F-150 Lightning - Hyundai Kona EV - MINI Cooper SE - Hyundai IONIQ EV (all models) - Fiat 500e - Subaru Solterra/Toyota BZ4X [8]

Core Insights - Lear Corporation achieved seven top-four finishes in the J.D. Power 2025 U.S. Seat Quality and Satisfaction Study, outperforming all other seating competitors for the third consecutive year [1][3] - The study surveyed 92,694 vehicle purchasers and lessees of new 2025 model-year vehicles, conducted from June 2024 through May 2025 [1] Company Performance - Lear's President and CEO, Ray Scott, emphasized the company's commitment to advanced innovations and operational excellence, which contributed to their industry-leading performance [1] - The company swept the top three vehicle spots in the Mass Market Truck/Van category with the GMC Canyon, Hyundai Santa Cruz, and Chevrolet Silverado HD [3] - Lear achieved the best in-segment score in the Small/Compact SUV category with the Ford Bronco Sport [3] - The company earned three top-four finishes across two Premium segments (Car and SUV), including the Porsche 911, Porsche Taycan, and Jaguar F-Pace [3] Company Overview - Lear Corporation is a global leader in automotive Seating and E-Systems, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, and is the largest U.S.-based automotive supplier [2] - The company has over 100 years of heritage and focuses on innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability to enhance comfort, safety, and efficiency in mobility solutions [2]

Rare Earths & Critical Minerals Supply Chain - Establishing a domestic rare earth magnet manufacturing business is possible but faces challenges [1] - Building the infrastructure for harvesting and refining rare earths takes considerable time, impacting EV production [2] - Government intervention is warranted in cases of market failure or negative externalities related to public goods like climate [4][5] - Ford and other U S manufacturers have experienced production pauses due to rare earth supply shortages [6] - The U S refining infrastructure for rare earths is estimated to be up to speed within 5 to 10 years [7] Electric Vehicle (EV) Market & Policy - The transition to EVs accelerated after 2010, reaching approximately 10% market share [8] - IRS tax credits have significantly influenced EV sales, with potential slowdowns anticipated without them [8][9] - Domestic sourcing of critical minerals is crucial for climate and national security reasons [9] - The Trump administration invested in private industry, such as MP Materials, to advance domestic rare earth production [3]

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