The Ford Mustang Mach-E Is KBB’s ‘EV Best Buy Of 2022’
The Ford Mustang Mach-E has been chosen as Kelly Blue Book's "EV Best Buy Of 2022". The automotive research company praised the Mach-E both for its day-to-day usability and performance. KBB even dubbed it the "Sports Car Of SUVs" thanks to its ability to combine practicality and driver enjoyment.
KBB outlined the Mach-E's easygoing suspension and lack of road noise as two key positives. They also praised its interior layout and legroom. Another positive was all the equipment that comes as standard. Even the entry-level $43,895 Mach-E Select still gets synthetic leather, dual-zone climate control and Ford Co-Pilot360 at no extra cost.
Other positives KBB mentioned were the Mach-E's high safety score and tech. Equally, its range of up to 306 miles per charge (RWD with the Extended-Range Battery) is among the best in class. They also felt, when you factor in the tax credit, the Mach-E represents good value for money:
Read the article at InsideEVs.
Drivers Need to Feel Safe When They Charge Electric Vehicles: How to Make That Happen
It’s not uncommon for smartphone apps to send drivers to "public" electric vehicle chargers in the back lot of a closed car dealership, an empty corner of a big-box store parking lot, or otherwise tucked out of sight.
Early in the current wave of EV adoption, one charger was in such a daunting spot that some women involved in the project called it "the rape charger" because the location felt so unsafe. The charger was eventually moved, but that spotlights problems that continue today.
“Visibility and safety are the table stakes,” EV advocate Chelsea Sexton said. “Nobody’s going to use a charger that doesn’t feel safe. Lighting, amenities, restrooms, things to do while you wait are important.”
Read the article at Detroit Free Press.
What’s The Worst Winter Driving Advice You’ve Heard?
Have you been told that you don’t really need four-wheel-drive for best performance in wintery conditions? Or, you might believe that it’s best to put your windscreen wipers up when you park in the snow.
There’s all kinds of urban myths like these that supposedly hold the key to safe winter driving. But what pointers aren’t just wrong opinions, but are instead outright dangerous tips?
We’ve all met that one person who’s full of hot air and a little of idiocy when it comes to the safest practices to follow when driving in the winteriest of conditions.
Read the article at Jalopnik.
A Wheels Donlen Merger Update: Building a Client-Centric Powerhouse
By Shlomo Crandus, CEO Wheels-Donlen
There are typically many good reasons for mergers: to increase client base and market share; create diversification in product offerings; and build economies of scale. And, there are many reasons that mergers and acquisitions can hit bumps in the integration road; we’ve all read the business media accounts of some challenging ones.
While many ingredients combine to create both successes and failures, according to the experts, one key risk factor can be the clash of two very different corporate cultures. As an integration risk, culture clashes can impact both operations and growth decisions and prevent the two organizations from fully coming together as one.
With that said, the Wheels Donlen merger has the culture hurdle covered and then some.
Masterack Names Furlando Zachery Director, Human Resources
Jon Toups, President of Masterack, LLC, a JB Poindexter & Co business, is pleased to appoint Furlando Zachery to the position of Director, Human Resources. Zachery will be tasked with aligning our organization, creating the right culture and enhancing our business functions.
Prior to joining Masterack, Furlando served as the Director of Human Resources for Flower Foods for five years and then most recently for the Woodbridge Group in Human Resources Management.
Speaking about Furlando’s appointment, Toups stated, “This is very exciting for Masterack. Furlando has a passion for Human Resources and a vision that aligns with our objectives. His knowledge and expertise on company culture and improving policies and procedures will undoubtedly guide Masterack to future success.”
