JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TrxNow, a leader in the roadside assistance and service logistics space, today announced a significant expansion of its strategic partnership with Pep Boys, one of the nation’s leading automotive service networks. Building on a successful nine-year collaborative history, TrxNow will now serve as the roadside assistance company managing Pep Boys’ nationwide Commercial Fleet Towing and Roadside Assistance program.

This expansion marks a new chapter in a relationship that began in 2017. For nearly a decade, TrxNow and Pep Boys have delivered reliable automotive solutions to drivers across the continent. By expanding from traditional roadside support to dedicated commercial fleet management, the two organizations are streamlining how commercial and service vehicles are maintained and recovered across the United States and Puerto Rico.

“We’re proud to expand our long-standing partnership with TrxNow to manage a comprehensive Commercial Fleet Towing and Roadside Assistance program. This launch reflects our commitment to keeping businesses moving, delivering fast, reliable support and a transparent digital experience that keeps fleets running when every minute matters,” says Chris Magana, SVP Commercial.

TrxNow has spent the last decade evolving from a specialized roadside dispatch service into a full-stack logistics powerhouse. By bridging the gap between traditional mechanical support and modern digital fleet management, the company has redefined what assistance looks like for the commercial sector. This growth has been driven by a relentless focus on reducing downtime and leveraging data-driven insights. With a heritage rooted in transparency and rapid response, TrxNow’s expansion with Pep Boys represents the natural progression of a company that has consistently mastered the art of keeping North American commerce in motion.

“TrxNow is excited to have been selected as the administrator for Pep Boys’ new Tow2Pep Fleet Program – an initiative that reflects a meaningful investment in the future of their fleet services. This partnership underscores our ability to deliver tailored, technology-driven solutions while maintaining a fully in-house service model that prioritizes quality and control. We look forward to supporting Pep Boys in executing this strategic program and continuing to demonstrate value to leaders across the fleet ecosystem,” says Lucas Carey, SVP Revenue and Client.

As a leading roadside assistance provider, TrxNow offers a robust suite of capabilities designed for the modern logistics landscape:

Expansive Footprint: Seamless coverage across the US and Canada, servicing light, medium, and heavy-duty weight classes.

Specialized Modalities: Expert management for Rail, Refrigerated (Reefer), Over-the-Road (OTR), and specialized EV (Electric Vehicle) support.

Bilingual Strategic Hubs: Complete North American solutions anchored by 4 state-of-the-art command centers in Johnson City, TN, and London, Ontario.

Tech-Forward Infrastructure: Utilizing a cloud-based, Salesforce-integrated platform, TrxNow delivers highly tailored, bolt-on solutions. This gives corporate clients an internal lens into their external programs, ensuring total transparency and real-time dispatch visibility.

About TrxNow

TrxNow is a premier roadside assistance and service logistics provider dedicated to transforming the emergency vehicle service experience. Assisting drivers 24x7x365, TrxNow combines industry-leading technology with a massive network of service provider partners providing jumpstarts, lockouts, tire changes, fluid deliveries, towing, and winching. This powerful infrastructure allows the company to manage complex logistics for everything from passenger vehicle tire changes and fuel delivery to heavy-duty commercial towing and recovery. By prioritizing transparency, speed, and reliability, TrxNow continues to set the gold standard for roadside assistance management in the modern era.

For more information about TrxNow’s roadside assistance and solutions, visit https://trx-now.com/.

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OTTAWA, ON, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Gastops, a global leader in intelligent condition monitoring solutions, today announced the launch of FluidSIGHT™, a real-time oil condition monitoring system designed to provide continuous insight into engine health across marine and industrial applications.

FluidSIGHT™ is now available for deployment, enabling operators to move from periodic oil sampling to continuous, real-time monitoring. Installed directly in the oil line, the system provides immediate visibility into oil condition, contamination, and wear – helping detect issues earlier, reduce unplanned downtime, and support more efficient maintenance planning. By bringing laboratory-grade oil analysis onboard, FluidSIGHT™ eliminates delays associated with traditional oil sampling and lab testing, giving operators faster access to the information they need to act.

“FluidSIGHT™ makes critical insights available in real time, directly where decisions are made,” said Shaun Horning, CEO at Gastops. “It enables operators to identify developing issues earlier, prioritize maintenance more effectively, and operate with greater confidence.”

Early deployments across marine applications have demonstrated the system’s ability to detect changes in oil condition and emerging issues in real time, supporting improved reliability and operational efficiency.

Designed for ease of integration, FluidSIGHT™ can be retrofitted to a wide range of engine types and installed on in-service assets with minimal disruption. Gastops is currently engaging with early adopters across the marine sector and expanding deployment opportunities.

Gastops will be showcasing FluidSIGHT™ at Booth G13 during Singapore Maritime Week 2026 (April 21-23).

About Gastops

Gastops is the world’s leading provider of intelligent condition monitoring solutions used in Aerospace, Defence, Energy, and Industrial applications to optimize the availability, performance, and safety of critical assets. We offer peace of mind to our customers with innovative online monitoring sensors, at-line analysis, complex modeling and simulation, world-class laboratory testing, engineering, design, and MRO services that predict performance to enable proactive operating decisions. We have been providing powerful insights into the condition of critical equipment since 1979. Gastops is the intelligence inside what moves you.

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CHANDLER, Ariz., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Russell E. Jones is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence for his contributions to Pioneering Innovation in Software Engineering and Communications.

With over three decades of experience in software engineering, Russell E. Jones continues to lead transformative innovations in the field of communications as the Executive Director of Integration, Verification, and Validation at Iridium Communications Inc.. Since stepping into this role in 2021, Mr. Jones has overseen critical processes that ensure the seamless integration and functionality of the company’s sophisticated communication systems.

His promotion to this key leadership position followed a successful tenure as Director of SV Software Engineering at Iridium, where his leadership was pivotal in advancing the company’s technological capabilities. Before joining Iridium, Mr. Jones gained extensive experience in systems engineering and software testing through impactful roles at Motorola and Boeing, further solidifying his reputation as an innovator in the field.

Mr. Jones’s academic foundation includes an Associate of Arts in Electronics Technology (1990) and a Bachelor of Science in Technical Management (2001), both from DeVry University. These credentials have been instrumental in shaping his career, which has spanned satellite testing, systems engineering, and software integration.

Throughout his journey, Mr. Jones credits his father’s influence for instilling the values of hard work and resourcefulness—traits that have been the cornerstone of his success.

Looking to the future, Mr. Jones is passionate about educating the next generation of engineers. His vision includes addressing educational gaps by teaching courses, presenting at conferences, and advocating for the inclusion of testing and integration in academic curricula. His goal is to inspire future leaders while continuing to contribute to the advancement of technology at Iridium.

Contact: Katherine Green, 516-825-5634, editorialteam@continentalwhoswho.com

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