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Certified Pre-Owned vs. Used Cars: What Actually Justifies the Price Gap

New Rochelle, N.Y. – September 15, 2026 -- Car shoppers deciding between a certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle and a standard used model face a real cost trade-off tied directly to inspection depth and warranty coverage, according to a HelloNation feature citing John Pomponio, an Automotive Expert at Acura of Westchester.

A certified vehicle undergoes a far more detailed inspection before sale.
Every CPO vehicle starts life as a standard used car, but it must pass a multi-point mechanical and cosmetic review by trained technicians before reaching the lot. Vehicles that fail are either repaired or rejected outright, which explains why certified models typically carry a higher price tag than comparable used cars.

Skincare Brand Renue Blue Reports 94% Saw Hydration Boost in Body Cream Study

California – September 15, 2026 -- Renue Blue has released results from a four-week consumer perception study on its Moisturizing Body Cream, with 94% of participants reporting more hydrated and smoother-feeling skin by the study's end.

The research, conducted by contract research organization Citruslabs, tracked women between the ages of 30 and 65 who had at least one visible sign of skin aging on their body. The product targets dryness, rough texture, loss of firmness, and fine lines on areas beyond the face, including arms, hands, and legs.

Nearly all participants reported smoother, healthier-looking skin

By Week 4, 94% of participants agreed their skin felt smoother to the touch, and 91% said their skin looked healthier overall. Eighty-nine percent reported an improvement in the appearance of fine lines, while 83% said their skin felt firmer and 81% reported their skin felt more elastic and less loose or sagging.

ROKFORM Unveils Rugged, Crystal Cases for iPhone 18 Pro Lineup

Irvine, Calif. – September 15, 2026 -- ROKFORM has launched new Rugged and Crystal cases for Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, built around magnets the company says deliver 2–3 times the holding power of standard cases.

MAGMAX magnets outperform standard MagSafe accessories

The new cases use ROKFORM's proprietary MAGMAX magnets, offering a stronger magnetic hold than standard MagSafe on compatible surfaces, mounts, chargers, and accessories. Both models also include the company's patented RokLock twist-lock mount, which attaches phones to ROKFORM mounting systems for cars, motorcycles, bikes, and golf carts.

2027 Toyota Land Cruiser Arrives at Vacaville Dealership

Vacaville, Calif. – September 15, 2026 -- Ammaar's Toyota Vacaville now has the 2027 Toyota Land Cruiser on its lot, giving Northern California shoppers access to a hybrid SUV rated for 326 net combined horsepower, 465 lb.-ft. of torque and 6,000 pounds of towing capacity.

Full-time 4WD and locking differentials tackle rocky trails

The SUV sends power continuously to both axles, with an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case that adjusts torque for gravel, mud, snow or rock. Rear and center locking differentials add traction when wheels lose grip, while Multi-Terrain Select and Crawl Control automate throttle and braking so drivers can focus on steering.

An available Stabilizer Disconnect Mechanism increases wheel articulation over uneven ground, and the Multi-Terrain Monitor uses front, rear and side cameras to show obstacles near the vehicle, including terrain underneath it.

The RealReal Opens Luxury Resale Store in Glendale on Oct. 1

Glendale, Calif. – September 15, 2026 -- The RealReal will open its newest Southern California store at 230 S Brand Blvd in Glendale on October 1, 2026, offering authenticated luxury resale and expert consignment services to shoppers across the greater Los Angeles area.

The store sits among Glendale's established luxury retailers

The location joins a shopping corridor that includes Bottega Veneta, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent, Tiffany & Co., David Yurman, Golden Goose, Alo and Nordstrom, just outside Downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood.

Shoppers can browse authenticated pieces from Chanel, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Gucci, The Row, Cartier and Rolex, with new arrivals added regularly across women's and men's fashion, handbags, fine jewelry, watches and accessories.

Little Tikes Reimagines Cozy Coupe in All-White for New 'Cloud Collection'

Los Angeles – September 15, 2026 -- Little Tikes is giving its classic toys a neutral-toned makeover with the launch of the Cloud Collection, a lineup of best-selling products redesigned in soft white and neutral hues. The collection launches exclusively on Amazon on September 15, 2026, with the white Cozy Coupe available for preorder starting September 9.

The Little Tikes Company, a subsidiary of MGA Entertainment, says the collection responds to growing consumer demand for neutral, design-conscious children's products that blend into home décor.

Seven classic toys get a monochrome refresh

The Cloud Collection includes the Cozy Coupe, described as America's #1 ride-on toy, now finished in white instead of its traditional red and yellow. The Cozy Truck ride-on also receives the white treatment, alongside the Easy Store Jr. Play Table and the toddler-sized Garden Chairs.

GOAT USA and New York Giants Launch Co-Branded Apparel, Game Day Sweepstakes

New York – September 15, 2026 -- GOAT USA has launched its first-ever NFL team collaboration with the New York Giants, releasing a co-branded apparel line and a sweepstakes for a pregame field experience and game tickets.

The collection includes graphic tees and hoodies bearing the Giants logo

The lineup went on sale September 9 at 10 AM ET through goatusa.com, GOAT USA retail stores, and the Giants team store at MetLife Stadium on gamedays.

A sweepstakes offers fans a shot at Giants merch and a game day experience

The contest runs from 10 AM ET on September 9 through 11:59 PM ET on September 12, with no purchase necessary to enter. Prizes include Giants x GOAT USA merchandise, a pregame field experience, and tickets to an upcoming Giants game, with full rules posted at giants.com/goatusasweeps.

Catawiki Live Expands to Fashion, Coins, Vinyl as 1 in 3 Items Sells to Streamers

Berlin – September 15, 2026 -- Catawiki is expanding its livestreamed auction format, Catawiki Live, into seven new categories: fashion (bags, sneakers and accessories), minerals, coins, toys, vinyl records, hi-fi & radio, and comics & books.

Live auctions already outperform standard listings

Since launching in May, Catawiki Live has hosted hundreds of livestreams watched by tens of thousands of users over thousands of hours. Thousands of items have sold through the format, and one in three objects sold via Catawiki Live auctions went to someone watching the livestream in real time. Auctions using the Live format have also seen double-digit increases in both the number of bidders per item and total bids placed, compared to Catawiki's standard auctions.

Justin Boots Returns to Fort Worth's Historic Cowtown Coliseum

Fort Worth – September 15, 2026 -- Justin Boots has signed a new partnership with Cowtown Coliseum, restoring the Western footwear brand's presence throughout the historic Fort Worth arena. The deal reconnects two institutions whose histories in the city span more than a century.

Cowtown Coliseum opened in 1908, decades before Justin arrived in Fort Worth

The Coliseum has stood as a fixture of the Fort Worth Stockyards since 1908. Justin Boots, founded in 1879 by H.J. Justin, established its headquarters in Fort Worth in 1925. Both have long been tied to the rodeo and Western culture that shaped the city's identity as "Where the West Begins."

LAFC and LINE FRIENDS Drop BROWN-Themed Gear for Korean Heritage Night

Los Angeles – September 15, 2026 -- Los Angeles Football Club and LINE FRIENDS (corporately known as IPX) launched an exclusive merchandise collection featuring the character BROWN, debuting on Korean Heritage Night at BMO Stadium.

The collection includes an adult T-shirt, a kids T-shirt, a kids hoodie, three types of heat-transfer patches designed for direct application to LAFC jerseys, the BROWN Classic Plush Keyring and the BROWN Random Mini Keyring.

Fans can buy most items in-stadium or online

The collaborative pieces are sold at the LAFC HQ Shop inside the stadium and at MLSstore.com, LAFC's official online store. The BROWN Random Mini Keyring is the exception, available exclusively at the LAFC HQ Shop in the stadium.