Detroit startup brings Personal AI ownership to iPhone with encrypted messaging, AI-powered calling, and autonomous task execution via ZEUS™
Gloabi®️, a groundbreaking social network that pairs every user with their own Personal AI, today announced the release of its completely updated iOS app, bringing its “Your AI, Not Theirs” vision to iPhone with new capabilities spanning private communication, AI memory and autonomous action.
The new brand promise speaks to a fundamental difference in how Gloabi approaches artificial intelligence. Instead of a corporate AI designed to serve millions of people through the same platform, Gloabi is built around the idea that each person should have their own persistent Personal AI that learns alongside them, remembers their history and develops continuity over time.
“Our vision has always been simple. AI should belong to the individual,” said David “Stock” Baird, Founder & CEO of Gloabi, recently named one of Michigan’s most inspiring leaders by Corp! Magazine. “That’s what ‘Your AI, Not Theirs’ means. Your memories. Your conversations. Your identity. Your AI grows with you instead of serving someone else’s business model.”
The updated Gloabi iOS app introduces several major new capabilities, including:
End-to-End Encrypted User Messaging: Private conversations between Gloabi users are now protected with end-to-end encryption, giving people greater privacy and control over what they share.
AI-Powered Video and Voice Calling: Users can launch video and voice calls directly inside Gloabi, invite other people and even bring their own Personal AI into the conversation. Gloabi built its calling technology in-house, allowing the Personal AI to become part of the experience.
AI Memory Graphs: Users can now see the actual memories their Personal AI has developed through a visual Memory Graph, providing greater transparency into what the AI knows and remembers about them.
Groups, Group Chats, and Disappearing Messages: Users can create interest-based communities, communicate through group chats and choose disappearing messages for conversations where they want that added level of privacy.
ZEUS™ Gives Personal AI the Ability to Take Action
Also arriving alongside the iOS release is ZEUS™, Gloabi’s AI orchestration engine designed to move Personal AI beyond answering questions and into taking action.
A user can tell their Personal AI what they want accomplished, and ZEUS determines the appropriate AI models and autonomous agents needed to complete the request. The system can coordinate multi-step tasks involving browser activity, desktop control and document retrieval.
In early use, Gloabi users have already directed their Personal AIs to complete real-world tasks such as filling out product submission forms and completing job applications on their behalf.
“Personal AI becomes much more interesting when it can actually do something for you,” said Baird. “With ZEUS, you can tell your AI what you need accomplished and let it coordinate the work. We’re moving beyond an AI that answers you toward an AI that knows you, communicates with you and can take action for you.”
Privacy is central to this approach. Gloabi’s platform is built on the Rotating Privacy Translation Layer (RPTL), a patent-pending technology that allows a personal AI to understand the user it serves without requiring the underlying models to know the user’s identity. RPTL works across Gloabi’s own cloud model as well as third-party frontier models the company integrates with. A white paper detailing the technology is available for those who want a deeper technical look.
Together, these capabilities advance Gloabi’s AI Digital Organism, a unified system where Personal AIs have persistent identities, memory, dedicated email addresses and the ability to interact socially. As each AI develops alongside its user, it becomes a persistent part of that person’s digital identity rather than a new conversation that begins from zero each time.
“People have spent years securing their usernames on social media. We’re entering the same moment with Personal AI,” added Baird. “Your AI will become part of your digital identity, and your handle is how people and AIs will find you. Claim it now, because your AI handle could become as important to your digital identity as your social handles are today.”
The updated Gloabi iOS app is available now on the Apple App Store and Gloabi is also available on the web. Grab your handle before it’s taken at www.gloabi.com.
About Gloabi
Gloabi®️, a product of MySALT AI Inc., is a Detroit-based technology company building the world’s first AI Digital Organism around the belief that Personal AI should belong to the individual. The platform pairs every user with a persistent Personal AI that has its own identity, memory and ability to interact socially and autonomously within a unified network. Built with privacy and user ownership at its core, Gloabi enables Personal AI to communicate, create and take action while growing alongside its user over time. Learn more at www.gloabi.com.
2026 Hemmings Motor Club (HMC) rally features an exclusive panel discussion with famed custom fabricator Suppy Wejpanich of Suppy’s Garage, auto-industry veteran Vincent “Vinny” Russo and product design expert Ron Baugh of Wheel Pros, moderated by Hemmings’ Mike Musto.
HMC Rally officially sold out; 40+ collector cars coming to California’s backroads. Waitlist available.
Eclectic array of enthusiast vehicles expected at the rally, ranging from a 1958 Pontiac Chieftain Safari Wagon to modern Ferrari and Porsche models.
Hemmings, the original, online collector-car marketplace, today announced an exclusive lineup of panelists for its 2026 Hemmings Motor Club (HMC) Rally taking place October 9 – 11, 2026 in Paso Robles, California. Panelists include famed auto industry veteran Vincent “Vinny” Russo, who held roles at Lamborghini, Maserati, Spyker, and Hennessey Performance, automotive stylist and product design expert Ron Baugh of Wheel Pros and famed, custom-vehicle fabricator Suppy Wejpanich of Suppy’s Garage. The panel will be moderated by Hemmings’ Director of Programming Mike Musto.
The company also confirmed that this year’s HMC rally has sold out months ahead of the event, with 40-plus collector vehicles registered for the three-day driving event. Hemmings has opened a waitlist, https://www.tixr.com/groups/upshift, for enthusiasts interested in participating, should a space become available.
“When we introduced the Hemmings Motor Club and its first rally last year, we designed the experience around our strong belief that collector cars are meant to be driven,” said Jonathan Shaw, President of Hemmings. “This rally is a powerful example of where Hemmings is headed. We have always been the place collectors turn to discover, buy, sell, and celebrate great cars, no matter the format. Now we are bringing that same trust and authority into real-world experiences that connect longtime enthusiasts with the next generation of drivers.”
Panel Experts Represent Years of Auto Expertise
Vinny Russo is a seasoned automotive-industry professional with extensive experience in automotive events, supercar restoration and brand development. Vinny held executive roles at prestigious brands, such as Lamborghini, Maserati, Spyker, and Hennessey Performance. He’s been a regular contributor on “The Smoking Tire,” Hemmings’ “Hot Rod BBQ” podcast, “We Are Curated” YouTube channel and in “The Cannonball Run Countach: Supercar Legend” documentary.
Ron Baugh is a product design development specialist at Wheel Pros, bringing nearly two decades of creative, technical, and marketing experience to one of the most-recognized names in the wheel industry. Raised in Atlanta in a family of automotive enthusiasts, Baugh turned a lifelong obsession with cars into a career in the automotive aftermarket after studying architecture at USC and immersing himself in the Los Angeles custom car scene. Since then, he has helped shape standout wheel designs, collaborated with leading builders, athletes, artists, and celebrities, and earned a reputation as a trusted creative voice among enthusiasts who see vehicles as a canvas for personal style.
In 1998, Suppy Wejpanich founded his own race-car fabrication shop on the east coast. His workshop became a hub of innovation and his experience included collaborating with OEM manufacturers on structural repairs and custom modifications, pushing the limits of design and functionality. In 2020, he opened Suppy’s Garage in Los Angeles, continuing one-of-a-kind projects, including, most recently, a pair of professional-spec drift cars based on the 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Pack that debuted at Roadkill Nights in Michigan.
Nearly Seven Decades of Automotive History
Vehicles expected at the HMC rally span nearly 70 years of automotive history. Registered vehicles range from a 1958 Pontiac Chieftain Safari Wagon, 1960 Triumph TR3A and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti to a 1969 big-block Corvette, BMW 3.0 CS, Datsun 280Z, Audi Quattro, Acura NSX, and Ford Sierra RS Cosworth. Modern performance is equally well represented, with a Ferrari 458 Italia, Ferrari F8, Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Audi R8, and Corvette Z06 joining the field.
Porsche enthusiasts will be particularly well represented, with generations of the 911 ranging from early 1970s examples through air-cooled 964 and 993 models and into the latest generation of Porsche performance.
“This is what Hemmings Motor Club is all about,” added Shaw. “We are creating space for the full spectrum of the hobby, from long-loved classics to modern performance cars, and giving the people behind them a reason to connect. A sold-out field this diverse shows that the next great chapter of collector car culture will be built on shared experiences, not narrow definitions of what belongs.”
Three Days. Nearly 500 Miles.
Participants will choose from Northern or Southern California starting points before making their way toward Paso Robles over roads selected specifically for the driving experience. The weekend includes four-star accommodations in Paso Robles, hosted meals and coffee, evening receptions, a poolside taco night, and a fireside conversation hosted by Hemmings’ Mike Musto and special guests. The Rally wraps up with a scenic coastal drive on the final day.
Registration to an HMC rally includes a one-year membership to the Hemmings Motor Club, which provides members with benefits including 24/7 roadside assistance, personalized vehicle valuations, unlimited Hemmings Marketplace listings, a Hemmings Motor News magazine subscription, partner discounts and access to exclusive experiences including HMC Rallies.
For more information about Hemmings Motor Club and future Hemmings events, visit https://www.hemmings.com/.
About Hemmings
Founded in 1954, Hemmings is the original, online collector-car marketplace. For more than 70 years, we have grown and uplifted the collector car community because we’ve been part of it since the start. Through our frictionless marketplace, quality entertainment and professional service, we help all willing drivers buy, sell and live the collector car lifestyle. Hemmings Motor Club extends this mission by bringing enthusiasts together through exclusive benefits, curated driving experiences and deeper community connections for those who live to drive. More information, services and content are available at hemmings.com. Stay connected with Hemmings on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, and search tens of thousands of vehicle listings from the palm of your hand with the Hemmings app.
Partnership continues Hemmings’ effort to support original artist collaborations
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Aug. 20, 2026) — Hemmings, the original online collector car marketplace, today announced a collaboration with Dirty Donny Gillies, an artist whose work sits in the lineage of Kustom Kulture pioneers like Von Dutch, Robert Williams and Ed “Big Daddy” Roth, and whose designs have shaped brands including Snap-on, Mobil 1, Metallica and Vans. The partnership debuts at Mustang Week, held Aug. 24-29 in Charlotte, and marks the second release in Hemmings’ ongoing series of artist collaborations, following its 2025 partnership with artist Jeremy Fish.
The collaboration centers on the Dirty Donny T-shirt, which is designed as a tribute to American muscle cars and the Ford Mustang, fusing custom car culture, punk rock and pop art.
“I’ve been lucky to call Dirty Donny a friend for decades and watch him not only introduce Low Brow art to a crowd beyond hot rod culture, but show brands how to turn customers into real fans with his work,” said Dan Stoner, creative director at Hemmings. “And that’s exactly what we needed for Hemmings’ trip to Mustang Week in Charlotte this year: a wearable work of art that’s simultaneously easy to own, makes a statement about the Mustang’s place in the world and turns our brand into a flag to be waved, everywhere the fans take it.”
The limited-edition tee captures the wild spirit of American performance with Donny himself behind the wheel of a blown first-generation Ford Mustang, smoke flying and tires searching for traction. Dirty Donny brings his signature style to Hemmings for a design that celebrates the passion, personality, and controlled chaos that make car culture so unforgettable.
The shirt is free to fans attending Mustang Week who sign up with their email for the Hemmings newsletters at the Hemmings tent onsite — limited quantities are available. Anyone not attending can purchase the shirt online at www.hemmings.com/store for $30, also while supplies last.
Mustang Week, one of the largest gatherings of Ford Mustang owners and enthusiasts in the country, draws thousands of attendees annually for car shows, drag racing, autocross and community events. Hemmings will be present at the following Mustang Week events:
Tuesday, August 25: Karting & Ice Cream Social Meet-Up Presented by Hemmings
Thursday, August, 27: Track Day at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Friday, August 28: All Ford Cruise-In at ZMAX Dragway
Saturday, August 29: Official Car Show at ZMAX Dragway
Founded in 1954, Hemmings is the original online collector car marketplace. For more than 70 years, we have grown and uplifted the collector car community because we’ve been part of it since the start. Through our frictionless marketplace, quality entertainment and professional service, we help all willing drivers buy, sell and live the collector car lifestyle. Hemmings Motor Club extends this mission by bringing enthusiasts together through exclusive benefits, curated driving experiences and deeper community connections for those who live to drive. More information, services and content are available at hemmings.com. Stay connected with Hemmings on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube, and search tens of thousands of vehicle listings from the palm of your hand with the Hemmings app.
TrialAssure, a leading technology provider advancing clinical trial transparency, disclosure, and data sharing, today announced it has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for its Information Security Management System (ISMS), further strengthening the company’s commitment to delivering secure, trusted technology across its growing portfolio of AI life science software solutions.
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is the internationally recognized standard for ISMS and provides a comprehensive framework for managing information security risks, protecting sensitive data, and continually improving security practices. Certification demonstrates that TrialAssure’s information security program has been independently audited and verified against globally recognized standards.
“AI has tremendous potential to transform clinical development, but innovation like this must be built on trust,” said Prasad M. Koppolu, Chief Operating Officer at TrialAssure. “Achieving ISO 27001:2022 certification shows the level of care that we take in protecting the sensitive information that our customers entrust to us every day. As organizations expand the use of AI across regulated workflows, they deserve technology that delivers high levels of innovation alongside strong information security.”
As pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations continue adopting AI across medical writing, regulatory operations, and clinical trial transparency, information security has become a foundational requirement for innovation. TrialAssure’s certification provides customers with added confidence that the company’s technology platform is built upon internationally recognized security practices designed to protect sensitive clinical and regulatory information.
“AI is becoming part of everyday work across drug development, but successful adoption depends on far more than model performance,” said Zach Weingarden, MS, Director of AI Technology & Applications at TrialAssure. “Organizations need confidence that their data is protected, their workflows are secure, and their technology partner is prepared for the realities of regulated development. ISO 27001:2022 certification is an important milestone in delivering that confidence.”
The certification supports TrialAssure’s complete technology portfolio, including:
TrialAssure’s broader suite of solutions that help life sciences organizations simplify compliance, improve operational efficiency, and support global transparency requirements.
To learn more about TrialAssure and its portfolio of secure AI and clinical technology solutions, visit: https://trialassure.com.
ABOUT TRIALASSURE
TrialAssure® is an award-winning global data transparency company providing fast, intelligent, and cost-effective software and services for the pharmaceutical industry and related sectors. A recognized leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), TrialAssure offers AI Enabled, Human Driven™ solutions that support compliance through document and data anonymization, AI-assisted content development, compliance tracking, and clinical trial disclosure. Founded in 2009, TrialAssure’s global team builds proven technology platforms that help Sponsors and research organizations stay aligned with transparency regulations worldwide. TrialAssure was named Data Solution of the Year by the Data Breakthrough Awards.
Specialty collector car insurer welcomes New York, North Carolina and other states as its newest markets
OpenRoad Insurance, a leading provider of specialized insurance for classic and collector vehicles and related coverages, announced today that it is now licensed in 40 U.S. states, up from 35 since March 2026, and reaching the milestone in two years since the company’s launch.
The latest states added to OpenRoad Insurance’s portfolio include: New York; New Hampshire; Vermont; North Carolina; and Delaware. New York represents a particularly significant addition as the company looks toward some of the nation’s largest collector car markets for its next phase of growth.
“Reaching 80 percent of states in two years is a testament to the hard work of our product team,” said Richard Hutchinson, chief executive officer of OpenRoad Insurance. “We built OpenRoad Insurance for the everyday car enthusiast who wants great coverage at a fair price, and an easier insurance experience.”
OpenRoad Insurance operates as a collector vehicle specialty insurer. The company’s singular focus on this segment keeps overhead low and pricing competitive while providing best in class coverage.
Policies include agreed-value coverage, under which OpenRoad Insurance and the policyholder agree on a vehicle’s value at the time the policy is written, ensuring a total loss is paid at the full, predetermined amount rather than a depreciated market value. Policyholders may revise their agreed value at any time, allowing coverage to reflect a vehicle’s appreciation or a completed restoration rather than being fixed until renewal. Additional protections include emergency evacuation expenses, tools and spare parts coverage, coverage for vehicles under construction, and others.
Eligibility centers on vehicle use. Vehicles from 1989 or earlier are broadly eligible, while newer vehicles are evaluated for enthusiast traits — convertible or two-door body styles, performance or aesthetic upgrades — and usage patterns. OpenRoad Insurance offers easy-to-understand categories of insured vehicles, which include: classic and collector cars; modern sports and performance cars; muscle cars; classic trucks and 4×4’s; antique vehicles; modified vehicles; and other vehicles, such as vintage tractors, fire trucks and more.
Texas, home to OpenRoad Insurance’s Dallas headquarters, remains its largest state by insured volume. The company plans to expand into 48 continental states.
“The collector car market is much larger than the high-value segment that often gets the attention. The hobby is accessible to many,” Hutchinson said. “We built OpenRoad Insurance with that opportunity in mind. Forty states give us tremendous reach today, and we believe our opportunity ahead is significantly larger.”
OpenRoad Insurance is a provider of classic car insurance coverage for classic and modern collector vehicles. Backed by Griffin Highline Capital, OpenRoad Insurance was named one of the best classic car insurance companies in 2026 by CNBC. With approximately 10,000 agent partners across 40 states, OpenRoad Insurance provides automotive enthusiasts premium insurance coverage at a fair price in partnership with National Interstate Insurance Company, a leading property and casualty insurer focused on the transportation industry rated “A+” (Superior) by A.M. Best. For more information, visit https://www.openroadautoinsurance.com.
Four-part PumasCP End-to-End series demonstrates how clinical pharmacology teams can move from raw data to regulatory-ready reporting within a single reproducible environment
PumasAI, an AI-powered clinical pharmacology and pharmacometrics company transforming how pharmaceutical teams work, today announced the launch of PumasCP End-to-End, a new four-part educational webinar series designed to help clinical pharmacology professionals streamline pharmacokinetic (PK) analyses through a single reproducible environment enhanced with artificial intelligence (AI).
The series will guide attendees through every stage of a modern clinical pharmacology workflow, beginning with raw concentration data and ending with a submission-ready pharmacokinetic clinical study report. Along the way, participants will see how AI can accelerate data preparation, analysis, visualization, and reporting.
“As clinical pharmacology programs become increasingly complex, organizations need workflows that are just as sophisticated,” said Dr. Vijay Ivaturi, Co-Founder and CEO of PumasAI. “Our goal with this series is to show how teams can eliminate unnecessary handoffs, improve reproducibility, and spend more time interpreting science instead of managing disconnected software.”
Designed for clinical pharmacologists, PK/PD scientists, pharmacometricians, quantitative scientists, regulatory professionals, and biostatisticians, the webinar series provides a practical look at how modern technologies are reshaping clinical pharmacology analysis. Throughout each session, attendees will also see how PumasAI’s intelligent agents can accelerate specific stages of the workflow while keeping scientists fully in control of every decision.
The four-part series includes:
Session A – Getting Started with PumasCP: Learn how to build analysis-ready datasets through data import, wrangling, CDISC-aligned ADNCA construction, and agent-assisted data preparation.
Session B – From Concentrations to Conclusions: Explore noncompartmental analysis (NCA), bioequivalence, dose proportionality, and superposition analyses, alongside reusable workflows that standardize analyses across studies.
Session C – Publication-Quality PK Graphics: Create high-quality pharmacokinetic figures using built-in templates and custom visualization tools designed for publication and regulatory submissions.
Session D – Drafting the PK Clinical Study Report: Bring the entire workflow together by assembling tables, figures, listings, and report narratives into a reproducible, submission-ready pharmacokinetic report, with a demonstration of end-to-end agent capabilities inside PumasCP.
Each session combines live demonstrations with an “Agent Spotlight,” illustrating how AI can assist scientists throughout the clinical pharmacology workflow, from preparing datasets through drafting regulatory documentation.
“Clinical pharmacology sits at the center of many critical development decisions,” added Dr. Ivaturi. “By bringing data preparation, analysis, visualization, and reporting together in one reproducible environment, we believe organizations can improve consistency, accelerate timelines, and give scientists more time to focus on the decisions that matter most.”
The series also comes on the heels of the release of PumasCP 3.9, which expands the platform’s visualization capabilities with Advanced Figure support. Clinical pharmacology teams can now create a wider range of customized, publication-quality and regulatory-ready plots directly within PumasCP, including concentration-over-time visualizations, summary plots, box plots, violin plots, density plots, and histograms. The release also supports company-standard themes and styling, giving teams greater control over how results are presented and helping carry reproducibility through analysis and reporting.
The PumasCP End-to-End webinar series begins September 2, 2026, with additional sessions taking place on September 9, September 16, and September 23. Register to attend at https://pumas.ai/events/pumascp-end-to-end.
About PumasAI
PumasAI is an award-winning global healthcare intelligence company with a vision to accelerate precision healthcare to patients. Proprietary software and AI tools developed by the company includes the Pumas suite of products, an integrated modeling and simulation platform designed to multiply productivity across the drug development lifecycle. Scientists at PumasAI provide consulting with leading pharmaceutical innovators in clinical pharmacology, model-informed drug development (MIDD), pharmacometrics, front-end applications, and more.
Attendees can experience live demonstrations of Kivo’s AI-enabled system of record for life sciences at Booth #706
Kivo, the unified document and process management system for life sciences teams, today announced it will exhibit at RAPS Convergence 2026, taking place September 15-17 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Attendees are invited to visit Kivo at Booth #706 for live demonstrations of Kivo Headless GxP™, the company’s new agent-native architecture designed to help life sciences teams operationalize AI across Regulatory, Clinical, and Quality operations.
All demos – running continuously throughout RAPS Convergence – will clearly show how pharma, biotech, and clinical research organizations can begin operationalizing AI within their environments. Attendees will see how Kivo Headless GxP enables AI agents to work alongside people, allowing teams to accelerate work and preserve GxP compliance, human oversight, and complete traceability.
“We’re very excited to bring Headless GxP to the RAPS Convergence event”, said Toban Zolman, CEO of Kivo. “Since launching in June, the response from our early-access program customers has been overwhelmingly positive – confirming our hypothesis that life sciences teams are looking for solutions that allow them to leverage the advantages of AI-driven workflows while maintaining GxP compliance.”
Live demonstrations at the Kivo booth will highlight how external AI agents can securely access regulated content, analyze documents and metadata, surface insights, and recommend next steps. All compliance-significant actions remain within Kivo’s validated application, where authenticated users review, approve, and execute work with complete traceability.
“Kivo is proud to be part of the conversations shaping the future of regulatory operations,” said Jianna Lieberman, Vice President of Marketing & Revenue Operations at Kivo and a member of the RAPS Convergence Exhibitor Advisory Committee. “We’re looking forward to connecting with attendees and demonstrating how open, AI-ready platforms can help organizations actually embrace agentic AI in the most responsible way.”
RAPS Convergence is recognized as one of the world’s premier events for regulatory affairs professionals, bringing together leaders from pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and digital health organizations to discuss the latest advances in regulatory science, technology, and compliance.
Kivo is building the next generation of infrastructure for AI-driven drug development by partnering with life sciences teams to simplify Regulatory, Clinical, and Quality operations through a unified cloud platform. Designed for scaling pharmaceutical and biotech organizations, Kivo supports RIM, eTMF, QMS, controlled document management, submission assembly, eCTD lifecycle management, inspection readiness, SOP management, and training management within a single seamless environment. Unlike legacy vendors that rely on disconnected applications and lengthy implementations, Kivo offers compliant, audit-ready, continuous validation assurance – which avoids significant IT costs – both upfront and ongoing. With Part 11 compliant e-signatures, process automation, and modern cloud architecture, Kivo helps life sciences teams reduce operational friction across the drug development lifecycle.
Award-winning agency expands its specialty insurance portfolio with nationally recognized collector car insurer
McLean Media, an award-winning public relations and content marketing agency, today announced it has been selected as the agency of record (AOR) for OpenRoad Insurance, a provider of specialized insurance for classic and collector vehicles and related coverages.
As AOR, McLean Media will lead public relations, executive thought leadership, and media- relations initiatives designed to increase awareness of OpenRoad Insurance and educate agents and brokers, as well as consumers, about the unique risks, trends, and opportunities shaping the collector car insurance market.
“Collector vehicle insurance is one of the most fascinating segments of the insurance industry, because every policy has a story behind it,” said Don F. McLean, Founder and President of McLean Media. “Our team understands the business of insurance, the financial considerations behind specialty coverage, and the passion that drives automotive enthusiasts. That combination allows us to uncover stories that others often miss, and position OpenRoad Insurance as a leading voice in the industry.”
OpenRoad Insurance provides insurance designed specifically for collector vehicles, offering agreed-value coverage and specialized protections that include emergency evacuation expenses, tools and spare parts coverage, vehicles under construction, and OpenRoad One for high-value collector vehicles and collections, among others. A full list of coverage is available at https://www.openroadautoinsurance.com/insurance.
“Collector car insurance is a specialized business that deserves specialized communications,” said Bryan Ballatore, Chief Marketing Officer of OpenRoad Insurance. “McLean Media understands the insurance marketplace, appreciates the passion behind automotive enthusiasts, and knows how to tell meaningful stories that resonate with both consumers and the media. Together, we look forward to becoming one of the industry’s most trusted resources for insight into collector car insurance and the trends shaping this market.”
Through the partnership, McLean Media will actively position OpenRoad Insurance executives as expert sources for trade, local, and national journalists covering specialty insurance, classic car insurance, weather preparedness, market trends, restoration economics, vehicle valuations, and the like.
“Our goal extends well beyond promoting a company,” said Mary Beth Halprin, Sr. Director of Media Relations at McLean Media. “We want journalists to know they can come to OpenRoad Insurance whenever they need insight into the insurance market for owners and enthusiasts of collector vehicles. Great public relations begins by providing credible voices in an industry, and we’re proud to bring that expertise to the team.”
McLean Media is an award-winning, strategic communications agency that helps mission-driven leaders grow their visibility and influence. Led by Don F. McLean, MBA, the firm blends public relations, content strategy, and personal brand development to position clients as trusted voices in their industries. McLean Media turns messaging into momentum by helping clients lead conversations, earn trust, and stand out where it counts. For more information, visit https://www.mcleanmedia.com.
About OpenRoad Insurance
OpenRoad Insurance is a provider of classic car insurance coverage for classic and modern collector vehicles. OpenRoad provides auto enthusiasts premium insurance coverage at a fair price in partnership with National Interstate Insurance Company, a leading property and casualty insurer focused on the transportation industry rated “A+” (Superior) by A.M. Best. For more information, visit https://www.openroadautoinsurance.com.
Dodge teams with Hemmings Director of Programming Mike Musto and Suppy Wejpanich of Suppy’s Garage to build two purpose-built, professional-spec Charger drift cars: the Dodge Charger BOOST Coupe and four-door Dodge Charger RPM (Rapid People Mover) drift taxi
Hemmings Dodge Charger drift cars mark the first manually shifted SIXPACK-powered Dodge Chargers
Team transforms production-based, twin-turbocharged, SIXPACK H.O.-powered Charger Scat Pack models into two 750-horsepower drift builds through custom fabrication, chassis development and drift-focused engineering
Each Charger uses a unique forced-induction setup: the BOOST Coupe converts the factory twin-turbo system to a high-output Turbosmart single-turbo configuration, while the RPM runs a highly modified Turbosmart twin-turbo system
Dual-mode exhaust vents tire smoke through hood-mounted blow-off valves, adding a high-impact visual signature to the 750-horsepower Charger four-door drift car
Nine-part video series follows Musto, Wejpanich, professional drifters Corey “The Boss” Hosford and Micah Diaz, and the Suppy’s Garage team from concept to completion
Professional drifters Hosford and Diaz debut the Charger drift cars at Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge, with appearances to follow at Gridlife in Laguna Seca and FuelFest in Arizona
Dodge takes the SIXPACK-powered Charger to the drift course, teaming with Hemmings Director of Programming Mike Musto and builder/fabricator Suppy Wejpanich of Suppy’s Garage to debut two 750-horsepower, professional-spec Dodge Charger Scat Pack drift machines at Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge. Professional drifters Corey “The Boss” Hosford and Micah Diaz mark the debut by sliding the Chargers around M1 Concourse during the Aug. 7 Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge press reveal.
Based on the 550-horsepower, twin-turbocharged, SIXPACK H.O.-powered Charger Scat Pack, the two Hemmings builds add custom fabrication, drift-focused chassis development and competition engineering to Dodge’s next-generation, gas-engine, muscle-car platform.
“The new Charger gives Dodge enthusiasts a platform they can make their own, and these two custom drift machines show how far that performance foundation can go,” said Matt McAlear, Dodge CEO. “Mike Musto, Suppy Wejpanich, Corey Hosford and Micah Diaz helped us showcase a new side of the SIXPACK-powered Charger. Built from production-based Chargers, these 750-horsepower professional drift cars put the platform’s strength, flexibility and performance capability on full display.”
Developed and built in just 60 days to debut at the Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge press reveal, the two-door Dodge Charger BOOST Coupe is built for all-out performance while the four-door Dodge Charger RPM (Rapid People Mover) is engineered to thrill passengers during drift demos. Extensive custom fabrication, drift-focused chassis development and competition engineering transforms production-based Chargers into 750-horsepower drift machines engineered for professional-level competition, exhibition driving and passenger ride experiences.
Both custom Charger drift builds feature manual transmissions. The team engineered custom bellhousings, modified the driveline and converted the production all-wheel-drive, automatic-transmission configuration into a dedicated rear-wheel-drive, manual-transmission drift package.
McAlear and Musto sparked the idea for the drift cars during a Dodge drive through Death Valley in Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak models, when a discussion about the future of performance shifted to the capability of the new Charger SIXPACK platform.
“Like a lot of great automotive ideas, this one started while we were driving,” said Musto, an on-screen host and automotive journalist who rose to prominence as host of “Big Muscle” on The Drive Network and “The House of Muscle” on Hemmings and MotorTrend. “During a media drive in Death Valley, conversations turned to the new SIXPACK Charger and everything Dodge had built into the platform. The more Matt and I talked about the SIXPACK engine, the AWD system and the car’s ability to operate in rear-wheel-drive mode, the more the idea took shape. At one point we stopped asking, ‘What if?’, and started asking, ‘Why not?’
“Matt challenged us to build something unexpected, and that conversation ultimately led to two purpose-built drift cars that show what the Charger can become when you hand it to builders who never leave anything stock.”
Beyond the SIXPACK engine internals, Charger body panels and windshield, the team modified or custom-fabricated nearly every component for drift demonstrations and potential competition. Inside, the builds feature a stripped-down, competition-focused cockpit with containment racing seats, a roll cage, steering wheel, three pedals and a stick shift.
Build highlights include:
Built from production SIXPACK-powered 2026 Dodge Charger Scat Packs
750 horsepower (conservative estimate)
Rear-wheel-drive conversion from standard all-wheel-drive Charger
Competition-spec manual transmission
Unique dual-mode exhaust vents tire smoke through hood-mounted blow-off valves
MoTeC engine management
Rear-mounted cooling system
Bulldog quick-change rear end
Professional drift suspension and steering geometry
Complete motorsports safety package, including full roll cage
Purpose-built for professional drifting competition
Both drift cars connect back to their production foundation with exterior graphics inspired by the new Charger Purple Haze color. The four-door Charger RPM gets a race-themed treatment with “Rapid People Mover” across the roof, while the Charger BOOST Coupe takes a more aggressive, drift-culture-inspired direction.
The first episodes of a nine-part video series are now available on Hemmings’ YouTube channel and social media platforms, giving fans an inside look at the Charger drift builds from concept to completion. The series follows Musto, Wejpanich, professional drifters Hosford and Diaz, and the Suppy’s Garage team as they transform production-based Charger Scat Pack models into 750-horsepower professional drift machines. Upcoming episodes will follow the Charger drift cars as they appear at enthusiast events across the country. Suppy’s Garage, Hosford and Diaz are also sharing behind-the-scenes content on their social media channels.
Transported to events by a Ram 3500 heavy-duty truck, the Dodge Charger BOOST Coupe and Dodge Charger RPM will next hit the drift course Sept. 18-20 at Gridlife in Laguna Seca, followed by FuelFest at Firebird Motorsports Park in Arizona on Dec. 5.
Built to Slide: Dodge Charger BOOST Coupe and Charger RPM Build Specs
Powertrain Although both Charger drift cars share the same performance target, each uses a unique forced-induction configuration, with both drift machines running on C16 race fuel:
Two-door Charger BOOST Coupe:
Factory twin-turbo system converted to a high-output single-turbo configuration by Turbosmart
Custom intake and exhaust systems designed specifically for competition use
Four-door Charger RPM (Rapid People Mover):
Highly modified Turbosmart twin-turbo system
Fully custom-fabricated intake system on both vehicles
Bespoke intercoolers, reservoirs, containment boxes and fluid routing
Engine Management/Cooling
MoTeC engine management systems
Integrated 12-inch MoTeC digital displays
Custom competition intake and exhaust systems
Rear-mounted cooling packages for improved weight distribution and thermal efficiency
CAD-designed fuel cells and complete custom fuel delivery systems
Drivetrain/Chassis The factory all-wheel-drive platform has been extensively re-engineered into a dedicated rear-wheel-drive drift chassis:
Full rear-wheel-drive conversion
Drift-specific front and rear suspension systems
Extreme steering geometry for maximum steering angle
Competition-spec manual transmissions
Custom clutch assemblies
Heavy-duty driveshafts
Competition axles and hubs
Bulldog quick-change rear differential for rapid gear ratio changes
Driver controls include:
Custom three-pedal clutch system
One-off hydraulic handbrake assembly
Drift-spec master cylinder and hydraulic braking system
Interior/Safety The production interior has been completely removed and replaced with professional motorsports equipment:
Full competition roll cage
FIA-style containment racing seats
Multi-point racing harnesses
Driver and passenger safety equipment
Simplified motorsports cockpit optimized for competition
Wheels/Tires
American Racing competition wheels
X-Comp HP performance tires
Body/Aerodynamics The exterior has been massaged to support the increased cooling, steering angle and aerodynamic requirements of competitive drifting:
One-off custom hood with integrated vented exhaust outlets
Widened front and rear fenders for increased steering clearance
Hand-fabricated rear drift wing
Custom rear taillight assemblies
Purpose-built aerodynamic and cooling enhancements throughout
SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger Scat Pack The SIXPACK H.O.-powered gas engine Dodge Charger Scat Pack produces 550 horsepower and 531 lb.-ft. of torque, reaching 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds and the quarter-mile in 12.2 seconds. It features a high-output, twin-turbo, inline-six engine and standard all-wheel drive with a selectable on-demand RWD Mode, allowing drivers to send 100% of torque to the rear wheels at the push of a button
Key features include twin 54mm Garrett GT2054 turbos spinning up to 185,000 rpm with up to 30 psi of boost, standard Line Lock, Launch Control, dual-mode active exhaust and performance suspension, 15-inch vented rotors with Brembo six-piston fixed front calipers and floating rears, multiple Drive Modes including Sport and Custom, performance hood with SIXPACK bezel and 20-by-10-inch wheels.
For more info on the Dodge Charger Scat Pack, visit Dodge.com.
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Dodge For 112 years, the Dodge brand has carried on the spirit of brothers John and Horace Dodge. Today, that legacy roars louder than ever in the lineup of Dodge, America’s performance brand.
The Dodge Charger multi-energy lineup features:
SIXPACK-powered 420-horsepower Dodge Charger R/T with the most standard horsepower of any muscle car
550-horsepower Dodge Charger Scat Pack, powered by the 3.0L twin-turbo SIXPACK high-output (H.O.) engine – the most powerful Hurricane engine in production
Quickest and most powerful AWD muscle car in the all-electric 670-horsepower Dodge Charger Daytona Scat Pack
Every Charger comes standard with all-wheel drive and offers two-door coupe or four-door sedan configurations – because with performance comes choice.
The Dodge lineup is also fueled by the most powerful gas SUV ever, the 710-horsepower Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, powered by the legendary supercharged HEMI V-8 engine. The Durango SRT Hellcat Jailbreak breaks free from convention with the three-row SUV, unlocking more than 14 million potential customization combinations. The Dodge Durango R/T 392 delivers the most horsepower per dollar for a gas SUV, and the 360-horsepower 5.7-liter Durango GT HEMI AWD remains the most affordable AWD V-8 in the industry.
The purchase of a SIXPACK-powered Charger Scat Pack, Charger Daytona Scat Pack or Durango SRT Hellcat model includes one day of performance driving instruction at Radford Racing School, the official Dodge//SRT high-performance driving school.
Nearly $1.1 million in continued funding supports development of TSRL’s Trospium Chloride microneedle delivery platform
TSRL, Inc., a preclinical contract research organization (CRO) specializing in formulation development, bioanalysis, exploratory toxicology, and pharmacokinetic strategies to guide human dosing schedules, today announced that it has received its second-year Notice of Award from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to continue advancing its microneedle patch for the treatment of overactive bladder.
The award, issued last month, provides nearly $1.1 million in continued support under Grant Number 5R44DK143799-03. The project, titled “Microneedle delivery of Trospium Chloride optimized for improved tolerance and patient outcomes in overactive bladder disease,” is led by Principal Investigator Dr. Elke Lipka, President and CEO of TSRL.
The funding continues TSRL’s work to develop a self-administered microneedle patch designed to deliver Trospium Chloride, a clinically established therapy for overactive bladder, in a more consistent and patient-friendly way. Trospium Chloride is known for its limited ability to cross the blood-brain barrier, making it an important candidate for patients who may be concerned about cognitive side effects associated with some anticholinergic therapies.
“This continued NIH support is especially meaningful at a time when many research funding awards have faced uncertainty,” said Dr. Lipka. “For our team, it is also continued validation of the scientific rationale behind our microneedle delivery platform and its potential to address real patient challenges in overactive bladder.”
Overactive bladder affects millions of people in the United States and is particularly common among older adults. While anticholinergic therapies remain a standard treatment option, adherence can be limited by inconsistent oral bioavailability, peak-related adverse events, and tolerability concerns.
TSRL’s microneedle patch-based approach is designed to deliver Trospium Chloride at a steady therapeutic rate through a weekly, self-administered system. The goal is to improve tolerability, support more consistent exposure, and create a delivery format that is easier for patients to use.
The continued NIH funding will support preclinical development activities tied to pharmacokinetics, efficacy, safety, formulation optimization, and preparation for future regulatory milestones.
“Trospium Chloride is an established therapy, but delivery matters,” said Dr. Lipka. “By developing a weekly, self-administered microneedle patch, our goal is to create a more consistent and patient-friendly option that can improve tolerability, support adherence, and generate the data needed to move this program toward future regulatory milestones.”
The second-year award builds on TSRL’s original Phase II SBIR grant from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, NIH, which supported the advancement of the company’s hydrogel-based microneedle system for overactive bladder therapy.
TSRL has a long-standing commitment to preclinical innovation and has become one of Michigan’s leading recipients of NIH contract and grant funding. The company operates from a 7,500-square-foot facility in Ann Arbor, Michigan that includes advanced formulation and bioanalytical laboratories, along with an experienced scientific team supporting drug development programs across multiple therapeutic areas.
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About TSRL, Inc.
Founded in 1986, TSRL, Inc. is a preclinical contract research organization (CRO) specializing in oral drug delivery, formulation development, and drug absorption strategies. Based in Michigan, TSRL supports pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and government partners with a science-first approach that goes beyond standard testing. With expertise spanning in vitro and in vivo models, solubility enhancement, and strategic consulting, TSRL helps advance complex drug candidates from early discovery through IND-enabling studies. Learn more at www.tsrlinc.com.
