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Program will provide transitioning service members with hands-on exposure to civilian aviation maintenance operations

ONTARIO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Certified Aviation Services, LLC (CAS), a leader in aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, today announced it has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) as an approved SkillBridge industry partner. Through the DoD SkillBridge program, CAS will support transitioning military personnel by providing hands-on exposure to civilian aviation maintenance operations, helping participants expand their knowledge and skills while preparing for life after military service.

The initiative reflects CAS’s continued commitment to service members as they transition into civilian careers, while also enabling CAS teams to benefit from the discipline, professionalism, and operational mindset that military members bring during their time with the company.
“Certified Aviation Services is proud to support the men and women who have served our country,” said Brad Caban, CEO of CAS. “Becoming an approved SkillBridge industry partner allows us to create meaningful pathways into aviation maintenance careers while strengthening our workforce with individuals who understand mission readiness, safety, and teamwork.”

SkillBridge participants placed with CAS will gain practical experience alongside CAS professionals, with exposure to real-world maintenance environments and operational standards that support airline and OEM customers. The program is designed to complement military experience by translating service-earned strengths into civilian aviation maintenance skills and career opportunities.

“SkillBridge is a win-win,” said Tim Kleckner, Director of Operations at CAS “Service members gain valuable experience and a clearer view of aviation career paths, and our teams benefit from the maturity, structure, and commitment to excellence that service members consistently bring to the workplace.”

CAS expects the SkillBridge partnership to contribute to long-term talent development across its operations, supporting both workforce readiness and continued service to customers with uncompromising standards for quality and safety. Service members interested in SkillBridge opportunities with Certified Aviation Services should coordinate with their installation’s SkillBridge representative and locate CAS within the Department of Defense SkillBridge portal to begin the application process.

About Certified Aviation Services (CAS)
Certified Aviation Services, LLC (CAS) is a trusted aviation MRO provider delivering safety-driven, high-quality maintenance solutions that keep fleets operating with minimal downtime. With 15+ line maintenance stations serving 70+ airline and OEM customers, CAS provides comprehensive Line Maintenance support—from routine inspections and RON maintenance to aircraft movement services and brake rides—while its global AOG Go-Team deploys rapidly to restore operations during critical events. Anchoring these capabilities is CAS’s Birmingham (BHM) narrow-body hangar, which expands our capacity for coordinated AOG response, structural and maintenance support, and scheduled routine checks including A checks and C checks. CAS also offers Cyclean^® engine wash services to help operators enhance performance and efficiency while supporting sustainability goals, reinforcing CAS’s commitment to consistent, responsive service built on Safety, Quality, and Excellence.

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Premier Auto Protect highlights how longer ownership cycles are prompting drivers to explore extended car warranty coverage.

NY, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Premier Auto Protect, a direct-to-consumer provider of vehicle service contracts (often referred to as extended auto warranties), is highlighting a fast-moving reality of ownership: Americans are keeping vehicles longer, and more drivers are navigating the high-cost “post-factory-warranty” years.

According to analysis published by S&P Global Mobility, the average age of U.S. light vehicles rose to 12.8 years in 2025, reflecting a growing share of older vehicles in operation. As vehicles age, the likelihood of expensive component failures rises—especially for owners of used vehicles with limited history, high-mileage commuters, and households that depend on a single vehicle for work and family logistics.

Why the post-factory-warranty period is getting more attention

Older fleet dynamics increase exposure to out-of-pocket repair shocks. As the vehicle fleet ages, more owners face repairs that occur outside manufacturer warranty coverage. S&P Global Mobility attributes the trend to factors including elevated vehicle prices and economic uncertainty, while also noting that registrations rebounded in 2024 but did not offset the volume of aged vehicles on the road.

Modern vehicles are more complex to diagnose and repair. Even when a repair is not catastrophic, today’s vehicles rely on densely integrated mechanical systems, software, and electronic modules. That can increase diagnostic time and parts costs—especially in the years after factory coverage ends, when owners typically begin to see higher-frequency wear-related failures and age-related component issues.

Used-car ownership has become a bigger financial commitment. With consumers holding vehicles longer, many drivers are entering the market after years away and may experience sticker shock, then keep their next vehicle for a longer ownership cycle. Over a longer cycle, the odds of facing an expensive repair—engine, transmission, cooling, air conditioning, steering, or electronics—generally increase.

What an extended car warranty means in practice

In consumer terms, an “extended car warranty” is often a vehicle service contract (VSC) that may help cover the cost of certain mechanical breakdown repairs after a manufacturer’s warranty expires, subject to contract terms, exclusions, deductibles, eligibility requirements, and a claims authorization process. VSCs can vary widely in what they cover and how repairs are handled, which is why buyers are encouraged to read the full agreement and understand limitations before enrolling.

Premier Auto Protect offers multiple coverage tiers—from basic Powertrain protection to more comprehensive Exclusionary (near-bumper-to-bumper) options—along with an EV-focused Exclusionary option designed for electric-vehicle components. Across plans, the company says customers may use any ASE-certified repair facility nationwide and review their agreement during a 30-day money-back guarantee period.

Practical checklist: three questions drivers can ask before purchasing coverage

What exactly is covered—and what is excluded? Compare “stated component” plans (which list covered parts) versus “exclusionary” plans (which cover most items except listed exclusions). Confirm whether high-cost electronics or comfort/safety systems are included for your vehicle type.
Where can repairs be performed? Some contracts restrict repairs to specific networks or dealerships. Others allow repairs at reputable independent facilities. Ask how repair locations are approved and whether pre-authorization is required.
How do claims and payments work? Understand the steps for diagnosis, authorization, and payment (including deductibles), as well as any documentation requirements, such as maintenance records.

As vehicles age, drivers researching extended car warranty options can find educational resources from Premier Auto Protect outlining common coverage tiers, repair-facility flexibility, and contract review considerations. Learn more at https://premierautoprotect.com/.

About Premier Auto Protect

Premier Auto Protect is a direct-to-consumer provider of vehicle service contracts (VSCs), commonly known as extended auto warranties. The company offers customizable coverage options designed to help protect drivers from unexpected repair costs after manufacturer warranties expire, with repair flexibility at ASE-certified facilities nationwide. Coverage availability, terms, exclusions, and eligibility vary by vehicle and contract.

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This is the brand’s newest location in the Tuscaloosa County area, extending Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers’ convenient and dependable service in Alabama.

NORTHPORT, AL, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers, a leading provider of quick oil change services, routine automotive maintenance, and tire services, announces the opening of its new Northport, Alabama location at 2513 Lurleen B Wallace Blvd., Northport, AL 35476. This is the brand’s newest location in the greater Tuscaloosa County area, extending Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers’ convenient and dependable service in Alabama.

The new Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers store at 2513 Lurleen B Wallace Blvd. offers a variety of automotive services to keep customers’ vehicles safely on the road and running as they should. In addition to quick, convenient, and reliable oil changes, the certified technicians at the new location provide a full suite of auto maintenance and repair services, including:

• Wheel alignments and tire repair and rotation
• Battery testing and replacement
• Drivetrain diagnostics and service
• Cooling system service and repair
• Brake pad inspection and replacement
• Belt, hose, and filter inspection and replacement
• Factory-recommended maintenance
• And much more

With convenient hours, competitive pricing, and fast, friendly service, the new Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers location in Northport, Alabama is dedicated to giving each customer the assurance that their vehicle is well-maintained by providing the highest quality automotive products and services delivered quickly and conveniently in a superior environment by a professional staff emphasizing integrity in every action. New customers can receive significant discounts on full-service oil changes, brake service, tires, and more for a limited time.

Visit the new Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers in Northport today to experience the Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers difference and keep your car performing at its best! Dependable people depend on Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers.

ABOUT EXPRESS OIL CHANGE & TIRE ENGINEERS
Founded in 1979 with a single store in Birmingham, Ala., Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers has grown into a national leader in automotive service with more than 400 stores across the country. The Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers brand remains synonymous with convenient, high-quality automotive service at warp speed and at a great price. For more information, visit www.expressoil.com.

Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers is part of the Mavis Tire Express Services Corp. (“Mavis”) family of brands. For more information about Mavis or its family of automotive brands, visit www.mavis.com.

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FLANDERS, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Asphalt paving companies across the United States are preparing for a busy construction season. Contractors are looking for dependable equipment to handle road construction, parking lot resurfacing, and driveway paving projects. Reliable machinery helps paving crews stay efficient, and buying well-maintained used equipment can help companies control costs while maintaining strong performance.

IronmartOnline is expanding its inventory of asphalt paving equipment to support contractors of all sizes, including driveway paving companies, parking lot contractors, road construction companies, and asphalt milling specialists.

A wide range of paving equipment is available, including asphalt pavers, milling machines, rollers, crack sealing equipment, distributor trucks, and heavy-duty trailers designed to transport paving machinery between job sites.

IronmartOnline stocks asphalt pavers used for residential driveway paving, commercial parking lot paving, and municipal road construction. These machines are built to place asphalt smoothly and consistently across projects of many sizes.

Popular models currently in demand include the Leeboy 8510C, Leeboy 8500D, and Leeboy 8520. These pavers are widely used by contractors because they are reliable, productive, and versatile enough for both smaller parking lots and larger paving jobs.

Along with pavers, asphalt milling contractors rely on cold planers to remove old pavement before resurfacing. Milling machines grind away damaged asphalt so crews can apply fresh pavement with proper surface preparation. Contractors often look for machines such as Bomag cold planers and Wirtgen W-series mills when preparing roads and parking lots for repaving.

Paving crews also depend on support equipment to complete projects efficiently. Asphalt distributor trucks apply tack coats between asphalt layers, crack sealing kettles help maintain pavement, and vibratory rollers compact asphalt to create durable surfaces.

For contractors starting a paving business or expanding their fleet, purchasing used asphalt equipment can be a practical option. Reliable used machines allow companies to increase productivity while keeping costs manageable. Choosing the right equipment based on machine size, hours, and project needs helps ensure paving crews have the tools required for the job.

IronmartOnline connects equipment sellers with qualified buyers through a global marketing network designed to simplify heavy equipment transactions. Contractors looking for dependable paving equipment can browse available machines, including asphalt pavers, milling machines, rollers, and other paving support equipment.

About IronmartOnline

IronmartOnline is a used heavy equipment marketing and brokerage service that helps contractors and equipment owners buy and sell construction machinery. Through global marketing exposure and industry expertise, the company connects sellers with qualified buyers while providing support with equipment valuations, financing options, and transportation coordination.

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New service powered by Alarm.com Connected Fleet delivers GPS tracking, fuel reports, and vehicle diagnostics at $8-15/vehicle/month with no contracts

COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Surety Business, the self-managed commercial security provider, has launched an affordable fleet tracking and telematics service designed specifically for small and mid-size businesses. Built on the Alarm.com Connected Fleet platform, the new service gives SMB operators real-time GPS tracking, fuel monitoring, maintenance alerts, and driver behavior insights at a fraction of the cost of traditional fleet management solutions — starting at just $12 per vehicle per month as a security system add-on with volume discounts and no long-term commitment.

The fleet telematics market has long been dominated by enterprise-focused platforms like Geotab, Samsara and Verizon Connect, which often require multi-year contracts and monthly costs of $25 to $50 or more per vehicle. For a plumbing company with six vans or a delivery service with a dozen vehicles, those platforms are often overkill in both complexity and cost. Surety Business Fleet was built to fill that gap.

Setup takes minutes, not appointments. Each vehicle gets an Alarm.com Car Connector — a compact device that plugs directly into the standard OBD-II diagnostic port found in virtually every vehicle manufactured since 1996. There are no wires to run, no tools required, and no technician to schedule. The device connects over LTE cellular and includes a built-in battery backup, so it continues reporting even if vehicle power is interrupted or the connector is unplugged.

Once connected, business owners gain access to a cloud-based dashboard supporting up to 100 vehicles per business location. Core capabilities include real-time GPS tracking on a live map, customizable geofence alerts for when vehicles enter or exit designated areas, fuel consumption and efficiency reports, idle time monitoring, trip history logs with distance and duration, OBD-II vehicle diagnostics and maintenance alerts, and driver behavior monitoring for speeding, hard braking, and rapid acceleration. Fleet Trip Reports can be generated on demand or delivered automatically via email on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis — ready for accounting, compliance, or operations review without additional formatting.

Industry data indicates that SMB fleets lose an estimated $1,000 or more per vehicle per year to operational inefficiencies including excess fuel consumption, unnecessary idling, and deferred maintenance. Businesses that implement telematics typically realize 10 to 20 percent fuel savings by identifying and addressing these issues. At $8 to $15 per vehicle per month, the service can pay for itself within the first few months of use.

One of the most distinctive aspects of Surety Business Fleet is its integration with the broader Alarm.com business security ecosystem. Business owners who use Alarm.com for commercial intrusion detection, video surveillance, or access control can add fleet tracking to the same platform — one login, one app, one bill, and integrated user management across all services. This unified approach eliminates the need to manage separate vendors for facility security and vehicle tracking, a common pain point for SMB operators juggling multiple systems.

The service is available in two configurations: as a standalone fleet telematics system for businesses that need vehicle tracking only, or as a discounted add-on to an existing Surety Business security system. Volume pricing applies, with per-vehicle costs decreasing as fleet size increases. There are no contracts, setup fees, or cancellation penalties.

Surety Business operates on a self-managed model — no mandatory technician visits, no sales pressure, and transparent pricing published online. The company is part of the Surety family of brands, which has earned the Alarm.com Gold Partner Award for five consecutive years for its monitored security alarm and video surveillance service.

Surety Business is available nationwide. Businesses interested in fleet tracking can learn more and get started at https://surety.business/fleet.

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Native integration between Canary Historian & SORBA.ai transforms trusted time-series data into predictive intelligence for reliability and process optimization

JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Canary Labs, a global leader in high-performance industrial time-series data historian solutions, and SORBA.ai the developer of the no-code industrial AI platform, today announced a strategic partnership designed to deliver a tightly integrated, native historian-to-AI stack for industrial organizations worldwide.

The collaboration brings together the proven performance and scalability of the Canary Historian with the no-code artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities of SORBA.ai, creating a seamless, production-ready pathway from operational data capture to predictive and prescriptive intelligence.

A Native Integration: From High-Fidelity Data to Operational Intelligence

Industrial AI initiatives often stall not because of a lack of algorithms—but because of data fragmentation, poor data quality, or heavy integration overhead. This partnership addresses those barriers directly through native software integration between the Canary Historian and SORBA.ai.

Through secure, high-performance connectors, SORBA.ai can directly access, contextualize, and operationalize time-series data stored in the Canary Historian, without complex middleware layers or custom extraction workflows. The result is:

* Direct historian connectivity for model training and inference

* Secure, read-optimized access to high-resolution time-series data

* Rapid model deployment leveraging validated operational history

* Reduced IT overhead and faster time to value

By maintaining the historian as the system of record while enabling AI processing natively against that dataset, organizations preserve data integrity and governance while accelerating analytics adoption.

“Industrial AI must start with trusted data,” said Steve Mason, COO of Canary Labs. “Our historian has long been the foundation for operational visibility. By natively integrating with SORBA.ai’ SORBA.ai platform, we are enabling customers to move beyond visualization into advanced intelligence, without compromising performance or security.”

Better Together: A Unified Industrial Data & AI Architecture

Individually, both platforms are industry leaders. Together, they create a unified industrial intelligence architecture:

Canary Historian Provides:
* Loss-less compression of high-frequency process data
* Enterprise-scale performance across distributed environments
* Secure on-premises, edge, and hybrid deployments
* Proven reliability in mission-critical industrial environments

SORBA.ai Adds:
* No-code machine learning model development
* Automated feature engineering and regression/classification tools
* Predictive maintenance and anomaly detection
* Process optimization and advanced process control applications
* Operational deployment of AI models without data science teams

The partnership enables industrial teams to progress along a clear value chain:

Data Capture → Data Contextualization → AI Model Development → Real-Time Inference → Operational Decision Support

Rather than exporting historian data into disconnected analytics environments, the native integration allows SORBA.ai to work directly within the industrial data ecosystem, shortening deployment cycles from months to weeks.

Accelerating Time to Value for Industrial Enterprises

For manufacturers, energy operators, water utilities, and process industries, the benefits of this integrated stack are immediate and measurable:

Faster Predictive Maintenance Deployment – Historical asset data stored in Canary can be immediately leveraged to train SORBA.ai models for failure prediction and reliability improvement.

Improved Process Optimization – Decades of archived production data become usable training sets for advanced regression and optimization models.

Reduced Integration Costs – Native connectivity reduces the need for custom ETL pipelines and third-party data engineering layers.

Enterprise Scalability – The historian remains the backbone, while AI capabilities scale across sites and regions.

Secure, On-Premises AI Enablement – For organizations with strict data sovereignty requirements, both platforms support on-prem deployment, ensuring operational data never leaves the enterprise boundary.

“This partnership represents a foundational shift in how industrial organizations operationalize AI,” said Bryan Thyken, Chief Revenue Officer of SORBA.ai. “By integrating directly with Canary Historian, we eliminate friction between data storage and intelligence. Customers can move from historical data to predictive insight in a streamlined, secure, and scalable manner.”

Designed for the Modern Industrial Architecture

Modern industrial enterprises require:

* Unified Namespace (UNS) strategies

* Historian-centric architectures

* Secure edge-to-enterprise data flows

* AI capabilities embedded directly into operations

The Canary–SORBA.ai partnership supports these architectural goals by ensuring historian data is not merely stored, but activated.

With SORBA.ai leveraging the historian as a foundational layer, customers gain a future-proof architecture where AI is no longer an experimental add-on, but a native operational capability.

A Stronger Ecosystem for Industrial Innovation

Together, Canary Labs and SORBA.ai are delivering more than interoperability, they are delivering an integrated intelligence layer for industrial transformation.

By aligning historian infrastructure with AI enablement in a cohesive, native stack, the partnership empowers organizations to:
Maximize asset uptime

* Improve production yield

* Reduce operational risk

* Enhance decision-making at every level

This strategic collaboration reinforces both companies’ commitment to enabling practical, scalable, and secure digital transformation for industrial enterprises worldwide.

About Canary Labs

Canary Labs has delivered high-performance industrial data historian solutions since 1985. Known for its scalable, loss-less time-series database technology, the Canary Historian supports mission-critical industrial operations across manufacturing, energy, utilities, and process industries.

Learn more at www.canarylabs.com

About SORBA.ai

SORBA.ai is the leading no-code industrial AI platform powering digital transformation across manufacturing, energy, oil & gas, water and wastewater, utilities, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, pulp & paper, mining, metals, logistics, and other industrial sectors. The platform enables operators, engineers, and subject matter experts to easily build predictive models, detect anomalies, optimize production, and deploy autonomous control systems using their own plant data, without requiring data scientists or complex ML infrastructure.

With built-in AutoML, digital twins, advanced process control, and secure on-premise industrial GPT capabilities, SORBA.ai accelerates how organizations unlock value from their existing systems while maintaining full data ownership and security. From edge to cloud, SORBA.ai transforms industrial operations into proactive, self-optimizing environments that deliver measurable gains in reliability, efficiency, and profitability.

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UTICA, NY, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — eBliss Global, Inc. is proud to announce that its USA-assembled eBikes under The Ride Bikes brand will begin shipping in April 2026. These eBikes are being built at the company’s newly acquired 3+ acre campus in Utica, New York.

“This is an incredibly exciting time for us,” said William Klehm, Chairman and CEO eBliss Global. “Our programs are in full swing, and we are focused on addressing the needs of our retailers, our users and all our stakeholders.”

On a mission to deliver a Fun Great Ride (FGR™), eBliss Global is rapidly advancing U.S. eBike manufacturing. The company offers a curated line of high-quality products and dealer support programs designed to excite independent bicycle dealers nationwide. These eBikes are assembled by Americans, owned by Americans, and built for American communities —promoting fun, health, mobility, and sustainable transportation.

eBliss Global has received strong support from the State of New York, Empire State Development, and the City of Utica. This collaboration is enabling the creation of more than 25 new jobs (with commitments to at least 40 in related announcements) and the restoration of an iconic former train repair depot. The site is being repurposed into a certified, regulatory-compliant assembly and distribution hub for The Ride Bikes. All of the companies initiatives prioritize supporting the community and local independent bicycle dealers, while delivering the safest, most enjoyable eRides available.

With this momentum, eBliss Global has attracted global interest and is actively exploring strategic opportunities, including potential public merger discussions with Capstone Companies, Inc. (CAPC) as was recently announced by the company. These and other opportunities like this could accelerate the company’s vision of achieving a “Made in USA” eBike.

Join the ride to fun, health, mobility, and better transportation!

About eBliss Global Inc.

eBliss Global is a U.S.-based manufacturer of eBikes and eMobility products, with assembly operations in Utica, New York. The company focuses on building success through partnerships with local bicycle dealers and consumers nationwide, delivering a Fun Great Ride (FGR™). eBliss provides safe, affordable mobility solutions that bring joy, transportation, and health benefits—assembled in the USA.

For more information, visit ebliss.global or theridebikes.com.

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