Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was named the 2025 NFL MVP, and David Wright, president of Dave Wright Nissan Subaru in Hiawatha, Iowa, was named the 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year at the 109th National Automotive Dealers Association (NADA) Show in Las Vegas, according to multiple news sources. The announcements came as the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy faced scrutiny regarding its environmental impact.
Stafford, at age 37, earned his first MVP award after leading the league in passing yards and touchdowns, according to CBS News. He narrowly edged out Drake Maye and other contenders. Despite the Rams' loss in the NFC Championship Game, Stafford's performance solidified his Hall of Fame case, CBS News reported.
Wright received the TIME Dealer of the Year award, now in its 57th year, for his leadership in the automotive industry and dedication to community service, according to Time. The award is considered one of the auto industry's highest honors. Time reported that Wright has fostered a culture built around people and community impact and has been recognized by Automotive News as a Best Dealership to Work For 12 times.
Meanwhile, the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy are underway, with NPR journalists covering the games, including potential storylines like Lindsey Vonn's comeback and the U.S. men's hockey team's pursuit of gold, according to NPR News. However, the games face challenges regarding sustainability amidst climate change and the need for artificial snow in a region historically known for its winter conditions, NPR News reported. Time also noted mounting concerns regarding the environmental impact of the Olympics, with projections of significant snowpack and glacial ice loss.
Other recent news included the launch of the AI model NEXUS and a surge in European EV sales, according to Time. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney also unveiled a plan to boost the electric vehicle industry, Time reported.
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