Mes: octubre 2020

You’re Invited! Main Event Is Officially Retiring The Birthday Candle Blowout With The Launch Of First-Ever «Birthday Wishing Wand»

PLANO, Texas, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Just in time for the brand’s birthday, Main Event, the fast growing social and family entertainment concept featuring chef inspired dining, over 100 virtual and interactive games, heart-racing laser tag and state-of-the-art bowling, has developed a new and improved way for people around the country to safely celebrate their birthdays without holding back on the fun (or having their birthday wishes come true). 

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PLANO, Texas, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Just in time for the brand’s birthday, Main Event, the fast growing social and family entertainment concept featuring chef inspired dining, over 100 virtual and interactive games, heart-racing laser tag and state-of-the-art bowling, has developed a new and improved way for people around the country to safely celebrate their birthdays without holding back on the fun (or having their birthday wishes come true). 

Introducing the first-ever «Birthday Wishing Wand,» a limited-edition line of birthday candle snuffers, created to officially retire the tradition of blowing out candles. A Clemson University Department of Food, Nutrition and Packaging Sciences study found that blowing out candles on a cake resulted in 1400% more bacteria found on the cakes’ outer icing compared to those that were not blown on. To ensure that all birthday boys and girls still get to make their yearly birthday wish, Main Event has come up with a unique and fun solution for all of its guests. These snuffers will be available at each Main Event center starting on October 19th, the brand’s 22nd birthday. Guests will be able to choose from three custom designs; a birthday party hat, a birthday present, or a bowling ball.

«Birthday celebrations are in our brand’s DNA, which is why we felt it was important to find a solution for even safer ways to celebrate all the way to the birthday candle blowout,» said Sarah Beddoe, Chief Brand Officer, Main Event. «Our line of Birthday Wishing Wands are intended to be another reminder that celebrating safely doesn’t mean the fun has to stop and our commitment to providing our guests with the most fun, most memorable experiences doesn’t stop either.» 

To use, guests simply light the candles, sing «Happy Birthday» and then safely and quickly snuff out the candles. 

In addition to the wands, Main Event also is celebrating its birthday month by introducing a new birthday themed dessert so magnificent, any birthday without it is incomplete. The all-new Ultimate Birthday Cake Shake is a vanilla ice cream shake blended with cake syrup and topped with a Funfetti bundt cake and whipped cream and is available for a limited time. On top of that, Main Event is offering 22 percent off The Main Event and Ultimate Gamer birthday packages booked on October 19th and rolling out a first-of-its-kind «Epic Birthday Party Package,» which allows guests to reserve an entire Main Event for 2-hour and 3-hour private sessions with unlimited games and activities through Nov. 21.  Restrictions apply. More information on each promotion is available at www.mainevent.com. 

About Main Event Entertainment

Founded in 1998, Dallas-based Main Event operates 44 centers in 17 states across the country serving more than 20 million guests annually. Main Event offers the most fun under one roof with state-of-the-art bowling, laser tag, hundreds of arcade games and virtual reality, making it the perfect place for families, young adults and groups of all ages. Main Event is a premier sponsor of Special Olympics International, supporting via fundraising and serving as a venue for Special Olympics events nationwide. Main Event also is a proud partner of the Dallas Cowboys, supporting via custom birthday celebrations for kids and other marketing initiatives. For more information, visit mainevent.com.

Contact: Josh Kun, +1-917-941-6480, jkun@160over90.com

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The World’s Largest Drive-Through Animated Light Show Debuts in Georgia

MARIETTA, Ga., Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — World of Illumination, the world’s largest drive-through animated light show, is breaking ground this week on its brand-new Atlanta-area holiday theme park called Candy Rush. Located at Six Flags White Water in Marietta, the Christmas and candy-themed attraction features millions of lights that are fully synchronized to popular holiday music.

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MARIETTA, Ga., Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — World of Illumination, the world’s largest drive-through animated light show, is breaking ground this week on its brand-new Atlanta-area holiday theme park called Candy Rush. Located at Six Flags White Water in Marietta, the Christmas and candy-themed attraction features millions of lights that are fully synchronized to popular holiday music.

In addition to the RGB LED lights, which are customizable to up to 16 million different shades of color, World of Illumination’s Candy Rush also showcases hundreds of animated displays. One such display — a 40-foot tall trio of candy canes — is being installed by crane on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 8:00 a.m. When completed, it will be the largest candy-cane structure in the world.

Candy Rush also will showcase a 500-foot long tunnel that doubles as Santa’s magic portal, a gingerbread village, sugar plum fairies and lit-up treats as far as the eye can see. Additionally, it will feature the season’s most beloved Christmas characters along with a magical 3D component and simulated snowfall.

World of Illumination’s new holiday theme park is uniquely COVID-friendly, as visitors can enjoy the shows from the safety and comfort of their cars. Online reservations are also required, making the experience totally touchless and socially safe, while simultaneously controlling traffic to decrease waiting times.

«All of us at World of Illumination have been working hard for many months to provide safe and much-needed family entertainment to the community,» said Simon Kreisberger, the company’s co-founder. «We are so excited to provide the kind of escape that people are needing this year and firmly believe we can help end 2020 on a much brighter note.»

World of Illumination’s Candy Rush is open nightly from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. seven days a week, including holidays. The show opens Nov. 13, 2020, and runs through Jan. 3, 2021. Ticket prices start at $35 plus applicable taxes and fees per vehicle on weeknights and $45 plus taxes and fees per car on weekends and holidays. Tickets are available for purchase at https://tickets.worldofillumination.com. A portion of proceeds benefits the Make-A-Wish Georgia Foundation.

For more information, visit www.worldofillumination.com or to schedule an interview, email info@brandedpros.com.

About World of Illumination:

With offices in Tempe, Arizona, World of Illumination is the world’s largest drive-through animated light show, featuring millions of state-of-the-art lights and displays set to holiday music. Current theme park locations include Tempe and Glendale, Arizona and Marietta, Georgia. Connect at @worldofillumination.

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Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale Promotes Fall Savings with 0% APR Financing Opportunities

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In true Halloween spirit Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale is hosting a Horror Night Sales Event full of exciting deals and discounts. From now until Nov. 2 local shoppers can take advantage of 0% APR (Annual Percentage Rate) financing opportunities on a broad range of new Hyundai vehicles.

The local dealership currently has more than 450 new vehicles from the 2020 and 2021 Hyundai model lineup. This month…

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — In true Halloween spirit Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale is hosting a Horror Night Sales Event full of exciting deals and discounts. From now until Nov. 2 local shoppers can take advantage of 0% APR (Annual Percentage Rate) financing opportunities on a broad range of new Hyundai vehicles.

The local dealership currently has more than 450 new vehicles from the 2020 and 2021 Hyundai model lineup. This month eligible shoppers can receive 0% APR financing for up to 60 months on select 2020 Hyundai Elantra SE, 2021 Hyundai Kona SEL, 2020 Elantra GT and 2020 Ioniq Hybrid models. Those looking for longer term lengths can enjoy 0% APR financing on select 2021 Tucson Sport and 2020 Santa Fe SE models for 72 months.

Available financing incentives and deals are limited to qualifying customers. Prospective buyers are subject to credit approval through Hyundai Motor Finance prior to signing.

Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale is offering additional sales and savings during the Horror Night Sales Events. Shoppers may be eligible to receive savings of up to $1,000 on select 2021 Tucson models, up to $1,500 on select 2020 Elantra models, up to $2,750 on select 2020 Kona models, up to $500 on select 2021 Palisade models and up to $2,000 on select 2020 Sonata and Santa Fe models.

Interested buyers can view the entire lineup of new Hyundai vehicles on the Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale website, northscottsdalehyundai.com. Members of the dealership’s sales team can be reached by phone, 480-922-5200, to assist with any specific inquiries. Earnhardt Hyundai North Scottsdale is located at 8445 E Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 and is open seven days a week. The dealership’s sales department is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m., Saturdays 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

 

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OHL gana su proyecto más importante en Florida: el South Corridor Rapid Transit, valorado en más de 310 millones de euros

MADRID, 19 de octubre de 2020 /PRNewswire/ — OHL, a través de su filial OHL USA, ha logrado su contrato más importante hasta el momento en Florida, por importe de 310,2 millones de euros (368 millones de dólares) y a instancias del Departamento de Transporte y Obras Públicas del condado de Miami-Dade.

La iniciativa supone la conversión del South Corridor (South Dade Transitway) al tránsito rápido de autobuses (Bus…

MADRID, 19 de octubre de 2020 /PRNewswire/ — OHL, a través de su filial OHL USA, ha logrado su contrato más importante hasta el momento en Florida, por importe de 310,2 millones de euros (368 millones de dólares) y a instancias del Departamento de Transporte y Obras Públicas del condado de Miami-Dade.

La iniciativa supone la conversión del South Corridor (South Dade Transitway) al tránsito rápido de autobuses (Bus Rapid Transit, BRT). Es uno de los seis corredores incluidos en el Plan Estratégico de Tránsito Rápido del Área de Miami (SMART) y el primero en avanzar hacia la fase de construcción. El proyecto se desarrolla a lo largo de 32 kilómetros de vía de circulación exclusiva, entre las estaciones de la Calle SW 344 y Dadeland South (adyacente a la US–1), la carretera Old Dixie y la Avenida Flagler, y conecta cinco municipios del sur de Florida. Incluye, como actuaciones principales, la construcción de 14 estaciones BRT en South Corridor y de un parking disuasorio. Asimismo, mejorará el tiempo de viaje mediante la realización de una vía de circulación exclusiva, la instalación de un sistema prepago para su acceso y mejoras en la seguridad del recorrido.

OHL Building, filial de OHL y otra de las compañías participantes en el proyecto, realizará el parking disuasorio en la Calle SW 168, a la vez que prestará servicios de coordinación arquitectónica para el acondicionamiento de las estaciones.

En 2020, OHL ha logrado importantes nuevos contratos en EEUU. Con el proyecto South Corridor, OHL USA ha obtenido contratos por un valor estimado de 850,8 millones de euros (más de 1.000 millones de dólares) hasta septiembre de 2020. Otros proyectos son la ampliación y reconstrucción de vías y puentes en la carretera Tri-State de Illinois por valor de 127,80 millones de euros (151,6 millones de dólares), el contrato de diseño y construcción de la estación Elmont en Long Island, New York, por 54,8 millones de euros (65 millones de dólares), y varios proyectos viarios para Caltrans en el sur de California, donde OHL actualmente ejecuta en UTE su mayor contrato en el país, la mejora de la carretera I-405, por 1.100 millones de euros (1.200 millones de dólares). 

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Allied Electronics & Automation Expands Power Transmission, Linear Motion and Bearings Product Offerings

FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Allied Electronics & Automation continues to grow its list of more than 450 world-class supplier partners with the addition of <a target="_blank"…

FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Allied Electronics & Automation continues to grow its list of more than 450 world-class supplier partners with the addition of bearings, linear motion and power transmission components from THK, Ringfeder, Timken, Contitech, Rexnord, INA and FAG.

As part of its ongoing effort to deliver even greater selection and service to customers, Allied has expanded the capacity of its Fort Worth distribution center, added more than 10,000 new product lines and debuted nearly 50 new suppliers to date in 2020. Customers also benefit from tens of thousands of 360-degree high-resolution images, more than 1.1 million up-to-date product data sheets, expert advice on a wide range of topics, and a connection to the company’s global DesignSpark online engineering community.

The addition of the latest group of new suppliers further enhances Allied’s range of ready-to-ship bearings, linear motion and power transmission components.

  • THK is a worldwide pioneer in the development of the linear motion guide mechanisms that are key components of mechanical and electronic systems in a wide variety of industries.
  • Ringfeder is an international leader with more than a century of experience designing and manufacturing locking devices, damping solutions and coupling systems for the most demanding requirements across industries.
  • Timken is a global industrial leader with a growing portfolio of engineered bearings and power transmission product brands featuring more than a century of knowledge and innovation.
  • Contitech is a leading manufacturer of rubber, plastic, metal and fabric belt solutions used in machine and plant engineering, mining, agriculture, the automotive industry and other important sectors of the future.
  • Rexnord supplies highly engineered mechanical and digi-mechanical coupling solutions for complex production systems where reliability is critical, and the costs of failure or downtime are high.
  • INA and FAG, brands from the Schaeffler Group, are leading global manufacturers of needle roller bearings, ball bearings, plain ball bearings, and cylindrical bearings designed for use in more than 60 industrial sectors.

About Allied Electronics & Automation
Allied Electronics & Automation is a high-service distributor of automation and control, electronic, electrical, mechanical and maintenance products from more than 450 world-class suppliers. With sales offices across the Americas, a focus on digital customer experience, 99 percent ship-to-order accuracy, and more 3.5 million parts available for purchase online, engineers, designers, maintainers and purchasers trust Allied to provide a wide range of solutions across the entire product lifecycle. Connect with us at www.alliedelec.com or via social media on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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Skyscanner Reveals Early thanksgiving 2020 Travel Trends

LONDON, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — As the holiday season approaches, many Americans are making plans to see loved ones and are beginning to seek-out travel solutions for Thanksgiving. Skyscanner has used its unique position of data and expertise to provide predictions around what travelers can expect when journeying by air this Thanksgiving. 

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LONDON, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — As the holiday season approaches, many Americans are making plans to see loved ones and are beginning to seek-out travel solutions for Thanksgiving. Skyscanner has used its unique position of data and expertise to provide predictions around what travelers can expect when journeying by air this Thanksgiving. 

  • In 2019, 61% of Thanksgiving travelers booked with six or less weeks before departure*
  • Skyscanner data predicts that the busiest day for travel for Thanksgiving 2020 will be Wednesday November 25th**
  • The top three booked destinations for Thanksgiving 2020 include New York, Cancun and Orlando***

The top ten searched destinations for travel this Thanksgiving*** are: 

  1. New York 
  2. Cancun 
  3. Orlando 
  4. Las Vegas 
  5. Denver 
  6. Los Angeles 
  7. Fort Lauderdale 
  8. Atlanta 
  9. Chicago 
  10. Tampa 

Mark Crossey, US Travel Expert for Skyscanner commented: 
«November is traditionally the busiest month for travel in the US, and although we won’t see the passenger volumes we saw last year or the year before, we do expect it to be busier than usual. Searches and bookings are increasing weekly and we see high-intent to travel around the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year. Mexico has been a very popular destination for travelers since restrictions have been lifted. We have also seen our users searching, planning and booking travel to winter sun destinations such as Florida.  

«With airlines offering protected fares and prices remaining extremely competitive, there are some fantastic deals to be had that won’t leave vacationers out of pocket should the booking be affected by changing restrictions. We have introduced icons and filters to ensure that travel options covered by flexible policies are highlighted, as well as providing safety and hygiene ratings for airlines to ensure that travelers can book with more peace of mind.» 

Notes to editors 
*Redirects (bookings) for economy class, return travel from the US made on www.skyscanner.com during 2019 for travel on November 28, 2019 
**Based on searches from the US for economy class, return travel created on www.skyscanner.com between September 9, 2020 and October 9, 2020 for travel departing between November 16 and November 29, 2020 
**Based on searches from the US for economy class, return travel created on www.skyscanner.com during between September 9, 2020 and October 9, 2020 for travel departing between November 16 and November 29, 2020 

About Skyscanner 
Founded in 2003, Skyscanner is a leading travel company dedicated to putting travelers first by making booking trips as simple as possible. Skyscanner helps millions of people in 52 countries and over 30 languages find the best travel options for flights, hotels and car hire every month. Skyscanner is available on desktop, mobile web and its highly rated app has 110 million downloads. Working with 1200 travel partners, Skyscanner’s mission is to lead the global transformation to modern and sustainable travel.     

For more information, visit: https://www.skyscanner.com/about-us  

 

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Volvo Trucks Awarded $21.7M from U.S. EPA and South Coast AQMD to Deploy 70 Class 8 VNR Electric Zero-Emission Trucks

GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Trucks North America was awarded $21.7 million in grants to deploy 70 VNR Electric trucks in Southern California for regional freight distribution and drayage. <a target="_blank"…

GÖTEBORG, Sweden, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Trucks North America was awarded $21.7 million in grants to deploy 70 VNR Electric trucks in Southern California for regional freight distribution and drayage. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Targeted Air Shed Grant Program is providing $20 million in funding, supplemented by $1.7 million from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) for charging infrastructure, to improve air quality in the region. 
 
Volvo Trucks will deliver the EPA-funded VNR Electric trucks to Southern California fleet operators starting in 2021 through the third quarter of 2022, allowing for at least a full year of operations by the end of the project period in 2023. The announcement comes as Volvo Trucks nears the official commercial launch of its VNR Electric truck model later this year.  
 
Volvo Trucks will leverage best practices learned from the Volvo LIGHTS (Low Impact Green Heavy Transport Solutions) project, its collaboration with South Coast AQMD and 13 other organizations to develop an end-to-end blueprint to successfully introduce battery-electric trucks and equipment into the market at scale. Combined with the other 25 truck deployments through the Volvo LIGHTS project, Volvo Trucks is committed to delivering nearly 100 VNR Electric trucks to the region for zero-emission freight transport.  
 
«This grant provides Volvo Trucks with an excellent opportunity to further expedite the success of the ecosystem designed through the Volvo LIGHTS project to support the wide-scale deployment of battery-electric heavy-duty trucks,» said Peter Voorhoeve, president of Volvo Trucks North America. «We applaud the EPA and South Coast AQMD for addressing the key issues in advancing electromobility and incentivizing technology investments in the region, and are proud they continue to trust in Volvo Trucks North America to lead the acceleration of Class 8 zero-emission vehicles.» 
 
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Targeted Air Shed Grant Program focuses on the regions that have the highest ozone and particulate matter (PM) pollution, including California’s South Coast Air Basin. South Coast AQMD is the agency responsible for attaining state and federal air quality standards for this region-including the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, and the Coachella Valley. 
 
«The EPA Targeted Air Shed Grant has enabled South Coast AQMD to continue partnering with Volvo Trucks for the swift deployment of nearly 100 heavy-duty zero-emission trucks,» said Wayne Nastri, executive officer for South Coast AQMD. «Innovative collaborations like this are key to bringing clean air to Southern California. South Coast AQMD is pleased to fund the charging infrastructure to support these new heavy-duty trucks that will operate in disadvantaged communities facing the brunt of air pollution.»
 
The 70 Volvo VNR Electric trucks deployed through this grant are anticipated to provide lifetime emission reduction benefits in excess of 152.63 tons of NOx, 1.317 tons of PM2.5, and 53,160 tons of CO2. As part of the project, South Coast AQMD will lead a data analysis effort to evaluate the full breadth of emission reduction opportunities presented by battery-electric trucks. 
 
Volvo Trucks will also gather deployment data to further refine total cost of ownership calculations including actual vehicle maintenance and fuel cost savings-which can be even lower when combined with low carbon fuel standard credits and managed charging to reduce demand charges. Learnings from this project will allow Volvo Trucks to fine-tune the production at its New River Valley plant in Virginia, enabling seamless integration of the of the VNR Electric truck model into its manufacturing process for optimized, quality production. 
 
«Volvo Trucks supports our pioneering fleet customers in paving the way to a real-world, sustainable transport future. The large volume of early Volvo VNR Electric deployments in Southern California will help us kick-start this year’s successful commercial launch in North America,» noted Voorhoeve.  

To learn more about Volvo Trucks’ electromobility efforts, visit the Volvo Trucks North America website.

October 19, 2020

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Volvo Trucks Awarded $21.7M from U.S. EPA and South Coast AQMD to Deploy 70 Class 8 VNR Electric Zero-Emission Trucks

GREENSBORO, N.C., Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Trucks North America was awarded $21.7 million in grants to deploy 70 VNR Electric trucks in Southern California for regional freight distribution and drayage. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Targeted Air Shed Grant Program is providing $20 million in funding, supplemented by $1.7 million from the South Coast…

GREENSBORO, N.C., Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Volvo Trucks North America was awarded $21.7 million in grants to deploy 70 VNR Electric trucks in Southern California for regional freight distribution and drayage. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Targeted Air Shed Grant Program is providing $20 million in funding, supplemented by $1.7 million from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) for charging infrastructure, to improve air quality in the region.

Volvo Trucks will deliver the EPA-funded VNR Electric trucks to Southern California fleet operators starting in 2021 through the third quarter of 2022, allowing for at least a full year of operations by the end of the project period in 2023. The announcement comes as Volvo Trucks nears the official commercial launch of its VNR Electric truck model later this year. 

Volvo Trucks will leverage best practices learned from the Volvo LIGHTS (Low Impact Green Heavy Transport Solutions) project, its collaboration with South Coast AQMD and 13 other organizations to develop an end-to-end blueprint to successfully introduce battery-electric trucks and equipment into the market at scale. Combined with the other 25 truck deployments through the Volvo LIGHTS project, Volvo Trucks is committed to delivering nearly 100 VNR Electric trucks to the region for zero-emission freight transport. 

«This grant provides Volvo Trucks with an excellent opportunity to further expedite the success of the ecosystem designed through the Volvo LIGHTS project to support the wide-scale deployment of battery-electric heavy-duty trucks,» said Peter Voorhoeve, president of Volvo Trucks North America. «We applaud the EPA and South Coast AQMD for addressing the key issues in advancing electromobility and incentivizing technology investments in the region, and are proud they continue to trust in Volvo Trucks North America to lead the acceleration of Class 8 zero-emission vehicles.»

The EPA Targeted Air Shed Grant Program focuses on the regions that have the highest ozone and particulate matter (PM) pollution, including California’s South Coast Air Basin. South Coast AQMD is the agency responsible for attaining state and federal air quality standards for this region—including the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, and the Coachella Valley.

«The EPA Targeted Air Shed Grant has enabled South Coast AQMD to continue partnering with Volvo Trucks for the swift deployment of nearly 100 heavy-duty zero-emission trucks,» said Wayne Nastri, executive officer for South Coast AQMD. «Innovative collaborations like this are key to bringing clean air to Southern California. South Coast AQMD is pleased to fund the charging infrastructure to support these new heavy-duty trucks that will operate in disadvantaged communities facing the brunt of air pollution.»

The 70 Volvo VNR Electric trucks deployed through this grant are anticipated to provide lifetime emission reduction benefits in excess of 152.63 tons of NOx, 1.317 tons of PM2.5, and 53,160 tons of CO2. As part of the project, South Coast AQMD will lead a data analysis effort to evaluate the full breadth of emission reduction opportunities presented by battery-electric trucks.

Volvo Trucks will also gather deployment data to further refine total cost of ownership calculations including actual vehicle maintenance and fuel cost savings—which can be even lower when combined with low carbon fuel standard credits and managed charging to reduce demand charges. Learnings from this project will allow Volvo Trucks to fine-tune the production at its New River Valley plant in Virginia, enabling seamless integration of the of the VNR Electric truck model into its manufacturing process for optimized, quality production.

«Volvo Trucks supports our pioneering fleet customers in paving the way to a real-world, sustainable transport future. The large volume of early Volvo VNR Electric deployments in Southern California will help us kick-start this year’s successful commercial launch in North America,» noted Voorhoeve. 

To learn more about Volvo Trucks’ electromobility efforts, visit the Volvo Trucks North America website. 

Volvo Trucks provides complete transport solutions for professional and demanding customers, offering a full range of medium to heavy duty trucks. Customer support is secured via a global network of dealers with 2,100 service points in more than 130 countries. Volvo trucks are assembled in 14 countries across the globe. In 2019, approximately 131,000 Volvo trucks were delivered worldwide. Volvo Trucks is part of Volvo Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. Volvo Trucks´ work is based on the core values of quality, safety and environmental care.

For further information, please contact Jennifer Edwards, Volvo Trucks, phone 336-392-9396, email Jennifer.Edwards@volvo.com

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Crescent Hotels & Resorts Opens Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Crescent Hotels & Resorts has opened the 268 room, Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton. Crescent, based in Fairfax, Virginia is a nationally recognized operator of major hotels and resorts throughout the United States and Canada.

Inspired by the era of glamorous travel, Le Méridien unlocks destinations around the world, celebrating each culture…

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Crescent Hotels & Resorts has opened the 268 room, Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton. Crescent, based in Fairfax, Virginia is a nationally recognized operator of major hotels and resorts throughout the United States and Canada.

Inspired by the era of glamorous travel, Le Méridien unlocks destinations around the world, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savoring the good life. Located in the epicenter of the chic Clayton business district – minutes from Forest Park, Washington University and downtown Saint Louis – this new hotel is where the creative minded, the culture seekers and those who live to savor the moment can unlock the destination of St. Louis.

«As travel and events evolve throughout 2020 and the coming years, this new hotel will be the perfect oasis for sophisticated business and leisure travelers,» said Michael George, Chief Executive Officer of Crescent Hotels & Resorts. «Crescent’s exceptional service and award-winning experience will maximize the potential of this hotel.»

The Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton features over 50 works of art, including several by local St. Louis artists, thoughtfully designed guest rooms, more than 17,000 square feet of event space, Café la Vie restaurant, gourmet coffee bar and cocktail bar, Le Scoop Gelato in partnership with local Gelato Di Riso, state-of-the-art fitness center with views of St. Louis skyline, and heated outdoor pool. For more information or to book your stay, visit http://www.lemeridienclayton.com or call 314-863-0400.

About Crescent Hotels & Resorts
Crescent Hotels & Resorts is an award winning, nationally recognized, operator of hotels and resorts. Crescent currently operates over 100 hotels & resorts in the United States & Canada. Crescent is one of the few elite management companies approved to operate upper-upscale and luxury hotels under the brand families of Marriott, Hilton & Hyatt. Crescent also operates a collection of lifestyle independent lifestyle hotels and resorts under the Latitudes Collection umbrella. Crescent’s clients include premiere REITs, private equity firms and major developers. For more information, please visit http://www.crescenthotels.com and http://www.latitudesbycrescent.com or connect with Crescent on LinkedIn.

 

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Several Acts to Participate for the First Time During the Wings Over North Georgia Drive-In Air Show

ROME, Ga., Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The annual fall air show in Rome, GA has served as host to a number of top military and civilian pilots and demonstration teams; however, the 2020 Wings Over North Georgia Drive-In Air Show will host a number…

ROME, Ga., Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The annual fall air show in Rome, GA has served as host to a number of top military and civilian pilots and demonstration teams; however, the 2020 Wings Over North Georgia Drive-In Air Show will host a number of acts for the first time on Oct. 24-25.

«We work diligently every year to include a line-up of world-class aviators,» said JLC AirShow Management President John Cowman. «For the 2020 show, we have the strongest military line-up ever hosted in our eight-year history and are also fortunate to feature a number of performers for the first time during our event.»

First-time participants for the Wings Over North Georgia Air Show:

  • Black Daggers U.S. Army Special Operations Command Parachute Team – Fayetteville, NC
  • C-17 Globemaster – Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
  • F-16 Fighting Falcon, the «Viper» from Shaw Air Force Base in Sumter, SC
  • Matt Younkin and the Twin Beech 18
  • Jerry «Jive» Kerby and the T-28 Trojan
  • Larry Kelly and the B-25 Bomber «Panchito»

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will headline the 2020 Wings Over North Georgia Drive-In Air Show in addition to the U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II. Other returning acts include Scott Farnsworth in his L-39, Mike Wiskus in his Pittts S-1-11B, Michael Goulian in his Extra 330SC, Buck Roetman in his Pitts S2S, and Scott Yoak in his P-51 Mustang.

Parking gates open at 10 a.m. and pre-show aerial demonstrations begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Pre-show activities include airdrops and capabilities demonstrations from C-130-H3 Hercules aircraft from Dobbins Air Reserve Base. The SWAT Tactical Team from the Georgia State Patrol helicopter unit also will conduct demonstrations.

Opening ceremonies and flying demonstrations will kick-off each day at about 12:30 p.m.  Parking tickets for the Drive-In Air Show are ADVANCE PURCHASE only and will not be sold on show days. Those interested in attending the event should purchase early before tickets are sold out. 

Each vehicle will be assigned a 10-by-20-foot space with an adjacent 10-by-20-foot private viewing area for tailgating. Guests are allowed to bring their own chairs, tables, non-alcoholic beverages, and food. Beverages and food also will be available for sale on site. Portable restrooms and wash stations will be placed throughout the venue and will be sanitized hourly. A mask is required when air show attendees leave their parking areas for rest room and concession visits, a mask is required. For a full list of permitted and restricted items and rules, please visit Wings Over North Georgia for more details.

For information on drive-in parking tickets, event FAQs, and a complete list of performers, follow the air show’s Facebook page or visit the Wings Over North Georgia website at  https://www.WingsOverNorthGeorgia.com.

The Wings Over North Georgia airshow is an FAA, DoD, and International Council of Air Shows recognized event. For a full list of performers, activities, and ticket options, air show fans, exhibitors, vendors, and sponsors can visit the official Wings Over North Georgia air show website.

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Air show organizers and some performers are available in advance of the air show for in-studio, Zoom, or phone interviews.

AIR SHOW MEDIA CONTACT – Brenda Little – blittle@bbigmarketing.com   (813) 391-4542

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