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WirelessCar Celebrates 25 Years of Innovative Connected Vehicle Services

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GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With its 25th anniversary, WirelessCar marks a quarter century of transformative growth and innovation in the automotive industry. Gothenburg-based WirelessCar was founded as a joint venture by Ericsson, Volvo and Telia to develop and market complete solutions for mobile e-services to vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators. From its early days as a telematics service provider to its current position as a global leader of connected vehicle services, WirelessCar has been at the forefront of digitalization, connectivity, and customer-oriented mobility solutions.

Bridging the Gap Between Automotive and Software

WirelessCar was created to bridge the gap between the automotive industry and the world of software and telecommunications. The company began in 1999 as a creative start-up in a technologically revolutionary era, adapting to new communication systems and rapid technological developments.

“As a company, we were never intimidated by rapid technological developments,” said Jan Hellåker, the first CEO of WirelessCar. “On the contrary, we were eager to stay on top of things and innovate as much as we could early on.

In its early years, WirelessCar played a pivotal role in developing the first telematics services for Volvo Cars, including Volvo On Call. Since then, WirelessCar’s collaboration with Volvo has evolved from basic emergency services to comprehensive connected car solutions. Over the years, WirelessCar has developed similar services for many other OEMs as well.

A Global Leader of Connected Vehicle Services

In the past twenty-five years, WirelessCar has grown from a handful of enthusiasts to an international company of nearly 750 people from over 34 countries. WirelessCar’s growth has been predicated upon a strong focus on true customer value, both in terms of the services we develop and our way of working.

“We provide smart digital services for both resource efficient and user-friendly mobility to our customers,” said Anna Petersson, VP People & Culture at WirelessCar. “Our success also comes from fostering curiosity, courage, and inclusion in the entire organization.” 

Today, the company works with many global OEM brands, connecting more than 12 million vehicles and providing services in over 100 markets worldwide. Magnus Johansson, who has worked with Business Development at WirelessCar since its inception, reflected on the company’s journey:

“Over the past 25 years, we have evolved into a leading force in the connected car services space, but our success was never a given. The road has been bumpy from time to time, but our persistence and our owners’ strong belief in the organization’s mission allowed us to adapt, evolve, and achieve something great.”  

25 Years of Trust, Innovation, and Empowering Future Mobility

With its 25th anniversary, WirelessCar’s evolution from an integrator to an innovator of connected vehicle services stands as a testament to its commitment to meeting customer expectations and shaping industry trends.

In today’s rapidly changing connected world, WirelessCar continues to be a trusted partner collaborating with global OEMs in realizing trends in automotive digitalization. In addition to developing customer-specific mobility solutions, WirelessCar delivers off-the-shelf products that bring direct value to OEMs and their customers. By combining flexibility and innovation with highly reliable and globally available services, WirelessCar continued to expand its business in 2023 with three new OEM customers, with additional collaborations expected in 2024.

Niklas Florén, CEO of WirelessCar: “Connected vehicle services have become an everyday reality, but with the pace of change we see today, I know WirelessCar is only getting started. Our twenty-five years of experience combined with our efficiency, ambition, and adaptability, allows us to help the OEMs embrace this pace and be even faster. The opportunities in innovative services for electric vehicles, safety and security, and autonomous are vast. Together—alongside our customers and partners—we look forward to making them a reality in 2024 and beyond.”  

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Media contact:

Noemi Kubiak
WirelessCar
Vädursgatan 6, 412 50 Göteborg
+46 765 200727
noemi.kubiak@wirelesscar.com

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HRP Group Commits $75,000 to South and Southwest Philadelphia Parks in Celebration of Earth Day 2025

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PHILADELPHIA, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HRP Group (HRP), the developer of The Bellwether District, is celebrating Earth Day 2025 by supporting organizations working to improve the environment across neighboring communities in South and Southwest Philadelphia. The team is proud to announce a $75,000 investment in three community-focused green space projects. These contributions underscore HRP’s long-term commitment to environmental sustainability and community partnership.

This year’s Earth Day initiatives include support for existing parks, development of new community green spaces, and continuation of a multi-year urban tree planting effort.

Stinger Square Park: $10,000 Contribution and Volunteer Activation
In partnership with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, The Bellwether District is contributing $10,000 to support enhancements at Stinger Square Park in the Grays Ferry neighborhood. Additionally, a team of volunteers will participate in a planting and clean-up project aimed at revitalizing the park and creating a more welcoming environment for local residents.

Resident Action Committee II: $15,000 Contribution for New Community Park
The Bellwether District is also supporting the early development of a new community park located in Grays Ferry. As part of this initiative, HRP is funding the installation of a new perimeter fence that will help define and secure the future park site.

Bartram’s Garden Tree Partnership: $50,000 Contribution
Now in its second year, The Bellwether District’s partnership with Bartram’s Garden continues with a $50,000 contribution in 2025. These funds will support ongoing efforts to plant and maintain hundreds of trees throughout South and Southwest Philadelphia, helping to expand the urban canopy, improve air quality, and promote biodiversity.

“Earth Day is an opportunity to take action toward our shared goal of building more resilient communities,” said HRP CEO Roberto Perez. “We’re proud to work alongside our neighbors and partners to transform spaces both in and around our projects to create lasting benefits for generations to come.”

About The Bellwether District
The Bellwether District will be a 1300-acre state-of-the-art home for e-commerce, life sciences, and logistics leaders. Through an extensive remediation process, HRP will transform the former industrial relic into a global model of sustainable development and design where people and the planet can win together. For more information about The Bellwether District, visit www.thebellwetherdistrict.com.

About HRP Group
HRP Group (www.hrpgroup.com) is a vertically integrated, multi-strategy real estate investment company specializing in the transformation of obsolete industrial sites into modern logistics infrastructure, mixed-use destinations, and pioneering innovation hubs. The firm takes a holistic approach to value creation that prioritizes community, environmental, and economic sustainability.

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State of Washington Joins Growing List of Public Sector Entities Accessing Strategic Communications Through NASPO

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LOUISVILLE, Ky., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Strategic Communications is proud to announce the state of Washington to their NASPO ValuePoint contract. This marks the 20th state to include Strategic Communications as a trusted resource for technology and cloud services.

NASPO ValuePoint is one of the nation’s prestigious cooperative purchasing platforms. This cooperative program allows public sector organizations to streamline their procurement process for top-tier solutions, professional, and consultation services at competitive prices. Washington state agencies can now leverage Strategic Communications’ robust IT and cloud service offerings to enhance their technological infrastructure initiatives with efficiency and confidence.

As trusted advisors serving 50 percent of all states on the NASPO contract, Strategic Communications brings extensive public sector experience, resources, and best practices to Washington agencies. This deep expertise ensures that Washington organizations can leverage proven solutions that can successfully address and assist with Washington’s technology vision, strategies, and initiatives deployed across diverse government environments.

“We’re thrilled to be recognized as a trusted IT and cloud services provider for Washington state agencies,” said Kathy Mills, CEO of Strategic Communications. “Our solutions are specifically designed to address the unique technology challenges Washington’s agencies, from supporting business continuity during natural disasters to modernizing legacy systems. We look forward to helping Washington agencies accelerate their digital transformation initiatives with solutions that deliver both operational efficiency and exceptional value.”

Expanding Public Sector Impact

This milestone underscores Strategic Communications’ sustained commitment to providing innovative IT and cloud solutions for government agencies nationwide. The NASPO ValuePoint Cloud Solutions contract allows Strategic Communications to offer agencies access to services such as:

Cloud migration and optimizationCybersecurity solutionsNetwork infrastructure design and implementationCustom audio-visual solutions24/7 IT help desk support

Washington state agencies, educational institutions, and local governments can immediately access Strategic Communications’ products and services through the State of Washington’s Participating Addendum to NASPO ValuePoint, Contract #05116. The cooperative purchasing agreement eliminates the need for lengthy procurement processes, allowing organizations to quickly implement critical IT infrastructure and cloud solutions. For more information about accessing these services, Washington public sector organizations can contact our dedicated government solutions team at (502)-813-8046 or visit www.yourstrategic.com/state-and-local to learn more.

About Strategic Communications
Strategic Communications is dedicated to empowering public sector agencies through advanced cloud, A/V, and IT services. The company specializes in delivering innovative technological solutions tailored to the unique needs of government entities, educational institutions, and civic organizations. By enhancing connectivity, productivity, and operational effectiveness, Strategic Communications enables these agencies to better serve their communities.

With a deep understanding of public sector challenges, the company provides cutting-edge tools and expert support, helping government bodies and public institutions build more efficient, responsive, and resilient community services. For more information, visit www.yourstrategic.com or follow Strategic Communications on LinkedIn.

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Madeline Klass
marketing@yourstrategic.com
502-272-2350

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Tenant Inc. Platform Drives 2 Years of Growth & Efficiency for Platinum Storage Group

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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Validating its unique model as a Vertical SaaS platform built by and for self-storage operators, Tenant Inc. today highlighted the significant, measurable success Platinum Storage Group has achieved after two years utilizing its integrated technology suite. The results across Platinum’s 40+ facility portfolio demonstrate the platform’s effectiveness in solving core operational challenges and maximizing revenue in today’s competitive self-storage industry.

Leveraging Tenant Inc.’s platform for the past two years has enabled Platinum Storage Group to successfully modernize operations across its portfolio, driving notable improvements which include:

+6.2% Increase in Portfolio Occupancy: Driven by Tenant Inc.’s streamlined rentals & marketing tools since March 2023.+12.6% Increase in Tenant Protection Enrollment: Achieved via seamless integration on the Tenant Inc. platform, boosting ancillary revenue.+12.7% Increase in Tenant AutoPay Adoption: Increased through the platform’s user-friendly portal & automated reminders, improving cash flow.

“Partnering with Tenant Inc. these past two years has directly improved our key performance metrics,” said Dane Elefante, Chief Operating Officer at Platinum Storage Group. “Seeing significant lifts in portfolio occupancy and the adoption rates for both tenant protection and autopay confirms the platform’s effectiveness in streamlining crucial revenue drivers for an operation like ours. Additionally, the platform’s lead integration with Google Analytics gives us visibility into the channel, source, and medium for each lead, and their dynamic reporting and data warehouse allow us to identify and analyze the marketing KPIs we believe drive new business to our stores. Ultimately, their marketing, tech platform, and frequent feature updates keep us on the competitive edge and make us better operators so we can better serve our customers, our third-party management clients, as well as our investors.”

Tenant, Inc. provides the all-in-one technology platform purpose-built for independent self-storage operators of all sizes. The platform features their flagship Hummingbird Property Management Software (PMS) at its core, integrating capabilities for operator websites (Mariposa), automation, digital marketing, operational management, and data analytics within a unified system. This allows operators to enhance their online presence, streamline workflows, improve tenant interactions, and make informed, data-driven business decisions to drive revenue.

“We deeply value our partnership with Platinum Storage Group and celebrate their impressive achievements over the past two years,” said Lance Watkins, CEO at Tenant Inc. “Their success in leveraging real-time data to boost occupancy and optimize ancillary revenue streams perfectly illustrates how our operator-focused platform empowers businesses to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.”

About Tenant Inc.

Tenant, Inc. empowers self-storage operators with an all-in-one SaaS platform designed to streamline operations and maximize revenue. Their comprehensive cloud-based suite of tools includes property management software, self-storage websites, digital marketing services, and more—giving storage owners and operators everything they need to compete and thrive in today’s competitive self-storage market.

For more information, please visit tenantinc.com

About Platinum Storage Group 

Platinum Storage Group is a privately-held commercial real estate company established in 1999 by Skip Elefante, a 30-year veteran of the self-storage industry. A nationwide owner and operator of self-storage properties, Platinum currently manages approximately 3.1 million square feet across over 40 locations in 8 states. Ranked as a Top Operator and a member of the Larger Operators Council and founding shareholder in Storelocal® and Tenant Inc., Platinum leverages a scalable platform to acquire properties for its own account and deliver turnkey property management solutions to third-party owners. Platinum’s team brings extensive experience in the acquisition, development, and management of self-storage, excelling at identifying properties with value-added opportunities and potential for higher returns through expansion, renovation, and strategic repositioning.

For more information, please visit platinumstorage.com.

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