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Autotrader Names Best Cars for Recent College Graduates in 2024

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Autotrader’s Great Cars for Grads Feature Affordable Prices, High Safety Marks, Cool Features

ATLANTA, May 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Every may, a new group of college graduates set off on of their next adventure. Often, a new vehicle is part of that plan. While the grads studied for their finals, the experts at Autotrader, a Cox Automotive brand, studied the automotive landscape to determine the Best Cars for Recent College Graduates for 2024.

“As the class of 2024 puts college in their rearview mirror, many will seek a new vehicle as they drive toward their next chapter,” said Brian Moody, executive editor for Autotrader. “The most recent data from Cox Automotive reveals the average price for a new car in the United States hovers above $47,000, but we want recent grads to know they don’t necessarily need to spend that much to get a great new car. And, if the grad is particularly savvy, they should research buying a used version of one of the cars on the list. If that’s the case, we suggest considering a certified pre-owned (CPO) model.”

All of the featured 2024 model-year vehicles make the grade when it comes to the Autotrader editors’ three primary criteria for this list. First, candidates must have a starting price under $30,000, including destination charge. Next, they must have a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). And lastly, each car must have at least one cool feature that stands out to the editors. This cool thing may be functional, or it might be part of the design, or it might be unexpected, but it is a feature that grads will appreciate.

Below, presented in alphabetical order by brand, are Autotrader’s 2024 choices for the Best Cars for Recent College Graduates:

Autotrader’s Best Cars for Recent College Graduates for 2024

1. 2024 Chevrolet Equinox

2. 2024 Honda Civic

3. 2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz

4. 2024 Kia Niro

5. 2024 Mazda3

6. 2024 Nisson Versa

7. 2024 Subaru Forester

8. 2024 Subaru Impreza

9. 2024 Toyota Camry Hybrid

10. 2024 Toyota Prius

To learn more about the Best Cars for Recent College Graduates for 2024 from Autotrader, including each vehicle’s standout cool feature, pricing details, photos, additional vehicle information and available inventory, visit https://www.autotrader.com/best-cars/10-best-cars-recent-college-graduates-281474980013135.http://www.autotrader.com/BestNewCars

For more information and news from Autotrader, visit press.autotrader.com, follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/autotrader_com/ (or @autotrader_com), like our page on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/autotrader/, and LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/autotrader-com.

About Autotrader
Autotrader is the most recognized third-party car listings brand, with the most engaged audience of in-market car shoppers. As the foremost authority on automotive consumer insights and expert in online and mobile marketing, Autotrader makes the car shopping experience easy and fun for today’s empowered car shopper looking to find or sell the perfect new, used or Certified Pre-Owned car. Using technology, shopper insights and local market guidance, Autotrader’s comprehensive marketing and retailing solutions allow consumers to build their deal online, and guide dealers to personalized digital marketing strategies that grow brand, drive traffic and connect the online and in-store shopping experience. Autotrader is a Cox Automotive™ brand. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises. For more information, please visit http://press.autotrader.com.

About Cox Automotive
Cox Automotive is the world’s largest automotive services and technology provider. Fueled by the largest breadth of first-party data fed by 2.3 billion online interactions a year, Cox Automotive tailors leading solutions for car shoppers, auto manufacturers, dealers, lenders and fleets. The company has 29,000+ employees on five continents and a portfolio of industry-leading brands that include Autotrader®, Kelley Blue Book®, Manheim®, vAuto®, Dealertrack®, NextGear Capital™, CentralDispatch® and FleetNet America®. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., a privately-owned, Atlanta-based company with $22 billion in annual revenue. Visit coxautoinc.com or connect via @CoxAutomotive on X, CoxAutoInc on Facebook or Cox-Automotive-Inc on LinkedIn. 

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Compass Analytics Achieves Alteryx Authorized Professional Services Partner (APSP)

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Milestone recognizes Compass’s proven Alteryx expertise and trusted implementation capabilities

MONTREAL, May 23, 2025 /CNW/ – Compass Analytics, a leading Canadian data consulting firm, is proud to announce its certification as an Alteryx Authorized Professional Services Partner (APSP) — a designation reserved for partners who demonstrate deep technical expertise and consistent success in implementing Alteryx solutions.

The Alteryx APSP program enables customers to easily identify and engage with partners who demonstrate advanced product knowledge, certified consultants, and a consistent track record of delivering measurable results. As an APSP, Compass joins an elite group of partners capable of leading strategic deployments of Alteryx. 

“This achievement is a testament to Compass Analytics’ commitment to excellence and proven ability to drive transformative outcomes for clients using Alteryx,” said Ben Sudol, Strategic Alliances Manager at Alteryx. 

As an Alteryx Authorized Professional Services Partner (APSP), Compass Analytics brings:

Certified Alteryx professionals with hands-on implementation experienceProven delivery methodologies and planning frameworksA strong track record of customer satisfaction and successA passion for solving complex business challenges and making customers successful

“We are thrilled to achieve the highest level of certification and recognition from Alteryx,” said William Chan, Co-Founder & CEO at Compass Analytics. “This recognition further confirms Compass as one of North America’s leading data analytics consulting firms and is a testament to our team’s expertise and capabilities. We are deeply grateful to our clients for trusting us to deliver their most impactful projects.”

Compass Analytics becoming APSP certified further positions Compass Analytics as a strategic partner for organizations looking to accelerate their analytics initiatives and maximize ROI with Alteryx.

To learn more about Compass Analytics and its Alteryx capabilities, visit https://www.compassdata.ca

About Compass Analytics

Compass Analytics is a premier Canadian data consulting firm specializing in digital transformation planning, data engineering, machine learning, and application development. Partnering with some of the world’s largest multinational companies, Compass Analytics delivers innovative tools and solutions that empower clients to gain a competitive edge in their respective industries.

About Alteryx

Alteryx offers a leading AI Platform for Enterprise Analytics that delivers actionable insights by automating analytics. Alteryx helps enterprises transform complex, disconnected data into a clean, AI-ready state. Whether you’re creating financial forecasts, analyzing supplier performance, segmenting customer data, analyzing employee retention, or building competitive AI applications from your proprietary data, Alteryx makes it easy to cleanse, blend, and analyze data to unlock the unique insights that drive impactful decisions.

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Yardi Expert David Bellew elected to Argentum Board of Directors

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Senior director of Senior Living Suite joins board of national senior living industry association

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., May 23, 2025 /CNW/ — David Bellew, senior director, client services at Yardi®, was elected to the Argentum Board of Directors and took a seat at the May 20 board meeting. Argentum is the leading national trade association serving companies that own, operate and support professionally managed senior living communities. Yardi, a sponsor of Argentum for over 20 years, is now an Argentum Platinum partner.

The Argentum Board of Directors plays a critical role in shaping strategic direction, advising on policy and advocacy. The board drives initiatives that support quality care, workforce development and operational success in the senior living sector.

David Bellew is an accomplished leader in the health care industry with more than 20 years of experience implementing enterprise software systems. Bellew joined Yardi in 2014, working with Yardi Senior Living Suite clients.

“I’m honored to serve on the board, collaborating to improve the quality of life for senior living residents and support the workforce that cares for them,” Bellew said. “The mission of the board directly aligns with my daily work leading teams who are dedicated to helping our clients use technology to enhance resident care and empower staff.”

Learn more about Argentum. To learn how integrated senior living software transforms resident care, visit Yardi Senior Living.

About Yardi
Yardi® develops industry-leading software for all types and sizes of real estate companies across the world. With more than 10,000 employees, Yardi is working with our clients to drive significant innovation in the real estate industry. For more information on how Yardi is Energized for Tomorrow, visit yardi.com.

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Bottle Rocket and DTI Digital Announce Merger to Deliver End-to-End Digital Transformation Solutions

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DALLAS, May 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bottle Rocket, a Dallas-based digital product company, and DTI Digital, a leading digital transformation company headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, are pleased to announce their official merger, effective January 1, 2025. This strategic union brings together two innovation powerhouses to offer a full suite of digital transformation services—spanning both Experience Transformation and Enterprise Transformation—to clients around the globe.

Following the merger, the companies will continue to operate under their existing brands. DTI Digital will continue to operate as is in Brazil, while the joint entity will operate in the United States under the name Bottle Rocket.

Together, Bottle Rocket and DTI Digital will deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions that help organizations not only meet today’s demands but also capitalize on tomorrow’s opportunities. With deep expertise across digital product creation, design, development, cloud engineering, IT modernization, and enterprise consulting, the combined entity is uniquely positioned to drive business impact at scale. This includes leveraging AI to optimize internal processes, supported by robust and cost-effective nearshore delivery capabilities, and unlock new efficiencies for our clients.

“This merger is about accelerating the value we bring to our clients,” said Marcelo Szuster, CEO of DTI Digital and Bottle Rocket. “By joining forces with Bottle Rocket, we extend our reach and capabilities, combining outstanding user experience expertise with deep enterprise engineering skills. Our strong nearshore delivery model further enhances this, providing cost-effective scale and agility. Together, we are creating a truly global partner for companies looking to transform with speed and precision.”

“For the U.S. market, this merger means access to a broader and deeper set of capabilities, and an opportunity to deliver even greater value to each and every customer wherever they are in their digital transformation journey,” said Matt Smith, EVP, Client Engagement & Growth at Bottle Rocket. “Our clients can now rely on us not only to create exceptional digital experiences but also to engineer the resilient, scalable platforms that power them, unlocking even greater business outcomes and growth potential.”

The merger strengthens Bottle Rocket’s and DTI Digital’s ability to serve clients across industries, with teams in North and South America ready to partner from strategy through execution, at the speed of tomorrow.

About Bottle Rocket

Bottle Rocket is a full-service digital transformation partner that empowers businesses to rapidly transform and thrive in the digital age. We are an amazing global network of over 1,100 customer-focused crafters and specialists that mobilize global resources in unique ways to ensure excellence and rapid value delivery at scale. We offer a comprehensive suite of digital transformation services that spans Enterprise Transformation and Experience Transformation. To learn more, visit us at bottlerocketstudios.com or drop us a note at hello@bottlerocketstudios.com.

Media Contact: Jana Boone, jana.boone@bottlerocketstudios.com

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