Jeep debuts new Grand Wagoneer L spot with Derek and Hannah Jeter
The campaign is the latest in a run of new Jeep spots as the brand works to regain sales momentum in the U.S. for its marquee nameplates.
Looking for a refill? McDonald’s is saying goodbye to self-serve soda in the coming years
NEW YORK (AP) — Say goodbye to refilling that Coke. McDonald’s is getting rid of self-served soda.
The Chicago-based fast food chain plans to eliminate self-service soda machines at its U.S. restaurants by 2032, McDonald’s confirmed this week. It’s unclear if locations outside the U.S. will follow suit.
In an email to The Associated Press Tuesday, McDonald’s USA said the goal of the change is to create consistency for customers and crew members across the chain’s offerings — from in-person dining to online delivery and drive-thru options.
The company did not specify if any additional factors — such as finances or sanitation — impacted the decision to part ways with its self-serve machines. For years, McDonald’s customers have used the machines to fill and refill their beverages without additional trips to a cashier.
Behind-the-counter soda machines already exist at some other fast food chains — and a handful of McDonald’s locations across the country have also begun the transition. According to The State Journal-Register, which first reported on the company’s plans last week, several locations in Illinois, for example, are starting to phase out self-service soda.
New Legoland pass allows unlimited visits through Dec. 25
Legoland Florida is introducing a seasonal pass that allows unlimited admission to the Winter Haven theme park through Christmas Day.
The Monster-to-Merry Season Ticket is now on sale for $119 per person. It covers a time period that includes Legoland’s Brick or Treat Halloween festivities, which launch Saturday, and its holiday celebration, which begins Nov. 24, the day after Thanksgiving.
The park’s regular annual passes, valid for a full year, range in price from $149.99 to $299.99 with a range of benefits and blockout-day restrictions.
The Monster-to-Merry deal carries no blockout dates, but it does not include parking fees. It does not include access to Legoland’s water park or to the adjacent Peppa Pig Theme Park.
For tickets, purchases and more information, go to legolandflorida.com.
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Scenes from the 2023 Automotive News Congress
The theme of this year’s Congress is “Investing in Innovation” and features keynotes from top executives at Hyundai, GM and Ford.
Dealers caught in middle of EV transition, panel says
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