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Anduril Industries and Oculus Founder Palmer Luckey Partner with RealTruck for Custom Military Utilitarian Truck Build for Charity

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Truck to Cross the Block at Barrett-Jackson’s Inaugural 2026 Columbus Auction with Proceeds Supporting Call of Duty Endowment, a Non-Profit Supporting Veterans

ANN ARBOR, Mich., June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — American inventor and entrepreneur Palmer Luckey has embarked on a distinctive collaboration with RealTruck, America’s leading truck accessory brand for a custom military utilitarian Chevy 1500 Silverado build that will be auctioned off for charity, in support of veterans.

Known for designing the Oculus Rift and founding Oculus VR and Anduril Industries, Luckey’s involvement underscores a commitment to pushing boundaries in vehicle design and functionality alongside RealTruck’s extensive customization capabilities. The meticulously crafted truck will appear at NASCAR’s weekend series at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, Calif., from June 19–21.

Following its display, the custom truck built by Matt Hunt Muscle Cars will be auctioned off at the inaugural 2026 Barrett-Jackson Columbus Auction at the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds, June 25–27. A lucky bidder will have the rare chance to acquire this exceptional vehicle, with 100% of the hammer price benefiting the Call of Duty Endowment, which seeks to help veterans find high-quality careers after their service, and has placed more than 169,000 veterans into jobs since its founding. Barrett-Jackson waives all consignment fees and sales commissions for charity vehicles.

“We are absolutely revved up to showcase this incredible utilitarian truck, a testament to our dynamic partnership with the visionary Palmer Luckey, while continuing to give back through meaningful charitable efforts like the Call of Duty Endowment,” said RealTruck Vice President of Marketing Lee Riser. “This collaboration truly pushes the boundaries of customization and we can’t wait for fans to see it.”

The custom truck showcases a fusion of rugged utility and cutting-edge innovation with RealTruck’s new Ascend Cap, RealTruck Traction recovery winch, Superlift 6″ suspension, custom tube doors and more. 

“I am absolutely thrilled to collaborate with RealTruck on this groundbreaking project, bringing together cutting-edge design and rugged utility,” said Palmer Luckey. “This isn’t just about building a truck; it’s about a vision that showcases what’s possible when innovation meets American craftsmanship, and leveraging that momentum to give back, raise awareness, and drive meaningful impact for our veterans.”

“We are deeply honored to feature this incredible custom Chevy Silverado on our auction block in Columbus,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Palmer Luckey and RealTruck have created a truly unique vehicle that perfectly fuses American innovation with rugged, military-inspired utility. Barrett-Jackson has a long, proud history of supporting our nation’s heroes, and we are thrilled that one hundred percent of the hammer price for this spectacular build will benefit the Call of Duty Endowment to help veterans secure meaningful, high-quality careers.”

“This campaign is about much more than a remarkable vehicle—it’s about helping veterans launch meaningful, high-quality careers,” said Dan Goldenberg, President of the Call of Duty Endowment. “Thanks to Anduril, RealTruck, and Barrett-Jackson every dollar raised will help our grantees provide veterans with practical, proven employment support—from resumes and interview practice to employer connections—at 1/14th the cost of comparable federal efforts. Veterans should never have to pay for help finding work, and collaborations like this make sure they don’t have to.”

This partnership highlights RealTruck’s dedication to innovation and its ability to collaborate on projects that resonate with a broad audience, from truck enthusiasts to technology pioneers.

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About RealTruck
RealTruck is the world’s premier accessory manufacturer for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 6,000 associates operate from 78 facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company’s omnichannel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships. For more information, visit www.realtruck.com.

About Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a leading defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology at scale. By bringing the expertise, technology, manufacturing methods, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built, and sold. For more information: www.anduril.com.

About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is the leader in collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions and the sale of private collections. Welcoming hundreds of thousands of attendees per year, Barrett-Jackson hosts live collector car auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; Columbus, Ohio; and Las Vegas, Nevada, where thousands of the most sought-after, unique and valuable vehicles cross the block in front of a global audience. With broadcast partner A+E Networks, Barrett-Jackson features live television coverage of their events on FYI and The HISTORY Channel, as well as all the cars, all the time via their produced livestream on Barrett-Jackson.com. Also based in Scottsdale, the Barrett-Jackson Collection Showroom offers a rotating selection of premium vehicles that meet the high standards for which the company is known. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com, or call 480-421-6694.

About the Call of Duty Endowment
The Call of Duty Endowment identifies and funds the most efficient and effective organizations that get unemployed and underemployed veterans back to work. Beyond funding, the Endowment partners with grantees to provide an array of advice and support aimed at maximizing impact.

Since the nonprofit’s inception in 2009, the Endowment has become one of the largest philanthropic funders of veteran employment. In total, the Endowment’s efforts have funded the placement of over 169,000 veterans into high-quality jobs and achieved over an estimated $10.8 billion in economic value for U.S. and U.K veterans through first year salaries. Last year, the Endowment helped veterans secure employment at one-fourteenth the cost per placement of comparable U.S. Department of Labor efforts, while achieving average salaries more than twice as high.

Visit www.callofdutyendowment.org for further details, including more ways to help the cause.

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PHAM NHAT VUONG AND PHAM THU HUONG TRANSITION LEADERSHIP ROLES AT VINFAST AND GSM

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HANOI, Vietnam, Sept. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — VinFast and GSM today officially announced new leadership appointments, succeeding Mr. Pham Nhat Vuong and Ms. Pham Thu Huong in senior global leadership roles. Accordingly, Mr. Pham Nhat Quan Anh, currently Chairman of VinFast Global, will concurrently assume the position of CEO of VinFast Global, succeeding Mr. Pham Nhat Vuong, while also taking on the roles of Chairman and CEO of VinFast Vietnam. Mr. Nguyen Quoc Tuan will assume the position of Chairman of GSM Global, succeeding Ms. Pham Thu Huong, while Mr. Pham Nhat Minh Hoang will become CEO of GSM Global and concurrently CEO of GSM Vietnam.

The strengthening of the senior leadership teams at VinFast and GSM comes as Vingroup and companies across its ecosystem accelerate the training and development of in-house talent and transition leadership responsibilities to a younger generation of leaders, in line with the needs and growth trajectory of the system. In particular, both VinFast and GSM are entering a period of strong and decisive growth on a global scale.

Prior to assuming the position of Chief Executive Officer of VinFast Global from Mr. Pham Nhat Vuong, Mr. Pham Nhat Quan Anh was appointed Chairman of VinFast Global in May 2026. With his official assumption of the positions of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of VinFast Global, as well as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of VinFast Vietnam, Mr. Pham Nhat Quan Anh will hold ultimate and comprehensive responsibility for all of VinFast’s operations as the company enters a new phase of growth.

Following his official appointment, Mr. Pham Nhat Quan Anh commented: “I am deeply honored by the Board of Directors’ trust and confidence in entrusting me with the additional responsibility. Built on a strong foundation established over the years and supported by the growing confidence of customers across our markets, VinFast is well positioned to seize the significant opportunities ahead and further strengthen its role in advancing the global transition to sustainable mobility. I am committed to working closely with our talented team to uphold VinFast’s core values and continue delivering world-class products and the highest standards of service to customers around the world.”

Born in 1993, Mr. Pham Nhat Quan Anh holds a Bachelor’s degree from Singapore Management University and has held several key leadership positions at VinFast and other companies within the Vingroup ecosystem before being appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors of VinFast Auto Ltd. in May 2026. With extensive cross-sector management experience and a strategic operational mindset, he has made significant contributions to VinFast’s development, from building its foundation in the domestic market to expanding its presence internationally.

In addition to his senior leadership responsibilities at VinFast, Mr. Pham Nhat Quan Anh will continue to serve as Chief Executive Officer of VinMetal Trading and Production JSC, a high-quality steel manufacturer within the Vingroup ecosystem.

At GSM, Mr. Nguyen Quoc Tuan, currently Chief Executive Officer of GSM Global, has been appointed Chairman of GSM Global, succeeding Ms. Pham Thu Huong. Mr. Pham Nhat Minh Hoang will succeed Mr. Tuan as Chief Executive Officer of GSM Global and concurrently assume the position of Chief Executive Officer of GSM Vietnam.

Born in 2000, Mr. Pham Nhat Minh Hoang has held senior leadership positions at VinFast, Green Future, VinSmart Future, GSM and other companies. In addition to his management responsibilities, he has directly invested in and serves as a major shareholder of several industrial, technology, energy and infrastructure companies within the Vingroup ecosystem, including VinSpeed, VinEnergo, VinMetal, VinVentures and robotics companies.

VinFast currently has a presence in 16 countries worldwide, including key markets such as Vietnam, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Europe, the Middle East and North America. VinFast electric cars and electric motorcycles are currently manufactured at four facilities across three countries: Vietnam, Indonesia and India.

Alongside VinFast, GSM operates its green mobility brand, Green SM. The company currently operates in seven countries, including Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, the Philippines, India, Kazakhstan and Denmark, and plans to expand into at least three additional markets within this year. GSM is also targeting a transition into a globally scaled public company with its shares listed on an international stock exchange.

The appointment of senior leadership is of particular importance, not only in addressing the more demanding requirements of the companies’ next phase of development, but also reflecting positive expectations for the future of VinFast and GSM as they continue their expansion into international markets.

About VinFast

VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam’s largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle (“EV”) company with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast’s product lineup today includes a wide range of electric cars, e-scooters, e-bikes and e-buses.

VinFast is embarking on its next growth phase by rapidly scaling its distribution and franchised dealership network globally while expanding its global manufacturing footprint across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Learn more at: https://vinfastauto.us

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Achieve Publishes New Online Guidance for Freedom Debt Relief and Achieve Customers

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SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Achieve announced the publication of a new online resource designed to provide proactive, transparent customer guidance. As part of a broader financial wellness ecosystem, this newly launched initiative helps consumers understand the relationship between Achieve and Freedom Debt Relief in a natural and helpful manner.

As individuals explore ways to navigate their financial solutions online, they may encounter references to both the Achieve and Freedom Debt Relief brands. To ensure clarity, the new guidance explains that Freedom Debt Relief, a subsidiary of Achieve Company, continues to operate as an active, customer-facing debt relief program. By addressing both brands transparently, the resource supports distinct customer experiences without confusion.

A key feature of the new customer resource is account access clarification. The guidance clearly explains exactly where both Freedom Debt Relief and Achieve customers should log in to access their respective accounts and find dedicated support. While related, Achieve and Freedom Debt Relief maintain separate customer experiences, account systems, and support resources.

“Dealing with debt is personal, stressful and consequential,” said Achieve Senior Vice President of Marketing Layla Revis. “Consumers should know exactly which company provides their financial services, no matter where they begin their research. Whether someone is considering debt settlement through Freedom Debt Relief or exploring a personal loan or HELOC through Achieve, they deserve clear, accurate and accessible information before they make a decision.”

For more information and to view the new clarification and support resources, please visit:

Achieve: Understanding the Relationship Between Achieve and Freedom Debt ReliefFreedom Debt Relief: Understanding the Relationship Between Freedom Debt Relief and Achieve

About Achieve

Achieve, THE digital personal finance company, helps everyday people get on, and stay on, the path to a better financial future. Achieve pairs proprietary data and analytics with personalized support to offer personal loans, home equity loans, debt relief and debt consolidation, along with financial tips and education and free mobile apps: Achieve MoLO® (Money Left Over) and Achieve GOOD™ (Get Out Of Debt). Achieve is frequently recognized for providing top-rated customer experience and satisfaction by both consumers and leading personal finance review platforms and has 2,200 dedicated teammates across the country, with hubs in Arizona, California, Florida and Texas.

Achieve refers to the global organization and may denote one or more affiliates of Achieve Company, including Achieve.com, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #138464); Achieve Home Loans, Equal Housing Opportunity (NMLS ID #1810501); Achieve Personal Loans (NMLS ID #227977); Freedom Debt Relief (NMLS ID # 1248929); and Freedom Financial Asset Management (CRD #170229).

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Austin Kilgore
akilgore@achieve.com
214-908-5097

Elina Tarkazikis
etarkazikis@achieve.com

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proof-it and The Tennessee Whiskey Trail Announce The 2026 TN Collective Tasting Notes Contest

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ATLANTA, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 2026 Tennessee Collective, a collaborative effort between 11 Tennessee distilleries, and proof-it, a next-generation consumer authenticity and engagement platform, proudly announces a partnership to commemorate the release of the The 2026 Tennessee Collective American Whiskey, a delicately crafted new addition to the whiskey industry of Tennessee that will give consumers a unique look into the craft, process, and flavor of each bottle, and direct participation with those who made it.

Each bottle will come with proof-it technology, giving consumers the chance to see the passion in each bottle.

A celebration of the long and rich history of distilling in the state of Tennessee, this new American Whiskey from The Tennessee Collective is a bold testament to the dedication and alliance of the industry. WIth efforts from Big Machine Distillery, Gate 11 Distillery, Jack Daniel’s Distillery, Leiper’s Fork Distillery, Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, Old Dominick Distillery, Old Glory Distilling Co., Peg Leg Porker Distillery, Short Mountain Distillery, Sugarlands Distilling Co., and Tennessee Legend Distillery, this bottle is a new entry in the history and camaraderie of the Tennessee whiskey distilling industry.

“proof-it has become an integral partner in the Tennessee Collective, creating an exclusive digital experience that connects consumers more deeply to the bottle, the blend and the distilleries behind it,” said Charity Toombs, Executive Director of the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. “Just as importantly, their technology has given us a valuable window into our customers—helping us better understand who they are, how they engage with the Collective and what interests them most about the product and blend.”

The whiskey will be available starting September 1, 2026 at each of the participating distillery’s tasting rooms, as well as online for pre-order at www.tnwhiskeytrail.com/tn-collective. Each bottle will come with proof-it tag technology, giving consumers the chance to see the passion that went into each bottle, while also offering the chance to discover what makes this bottle unique. This year’s release unlocks a new way to engage with the story of each distiller involved, as each individual distillery’s allocation of bottles will come with a custom video and the story of their specific contribution to the whiskey, only accessible via the proof-it tag on the neck. Beyond a collector’s item, each bottle tells the story of its own existence in eleven different parts and celebrates the craftsmanship that went into this release.

To celebrate the launch, proof-it will also be hosting the Tennessee Collective Tasting Notes Contest through January 7, 2027, offering buyers an opportunity to explore the whiskey’s depth. Simply tap an unlocked smartphone to the unique proof-it tag on each bottle, and users can offer opinions and notes on what they taste in the rich complexity of this unique whiskey. The best entry to the Tennessee Collective Tasting Notes Contest will win tickets to Grain and Grits Festival 2026!

About Tennessee Whiskey Trail

Where the whiskey meets the road. Seven years ago, the Tennessee Whiskey Trail was launched by the Tennessee Distillers Guild as a celebration of our state and its signature spirits. Today we host more than 30 stops across the state, offering a taste of Tennessee and a road map for adventure. Visitors to the Trail can soak up the sights and sounds that have been shaped by Tennessee whiskey, whether stopping by for a sip or making a weekend of it. For more information, visit www.tnwhiskeytrail.com and the Tennessee Whiskey Trail’s Instagram @tnwhiskeytrail.

About proof-it

The proof-it™ platform enables consumers to learn the stories behind the labels of the brands they love, and manage their collections in revolutionary ways. Combining authenticity, consumer engagement, and tamper-proof technology at once, proof-it™ is leading the way into the next generation of consumer engagement and brand building. Look for the proof-it™ Wings™ logo and simply tap it with your unlocked phone.To learn more about the ways proof-it™ can enhance your consumer experience and beyond, visit www.proofit.app.

proof-it™ is powered by Aware Technologies, Inc., providing complete visibility throughout a product’s journey, and enabling new ways for brands to interact with their customers.

Full contest rules are available here: https://scan.proofit.app/contests/rules/tennessee-collective-rules-2026

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