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Toyota Research Institute and Stanford University’s Dynamic Design Lab Study How to Improve Automotive Safety

Inspired by the Skills of Professional Drift Drivers, Research Seeks to Combine the Technology of Vehicle Automation with Artificial Intelligence Algorithms

LOS ALTOS, Calif., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — What if every driver who ran into trouble had the instinctive reflexes of a professional race car driver and the calculated foresight of a supercomputer to avoid a crash? Researchers at Toyota Research Institute are working with <span…

Inspired by the Skills of Professional Drift Drivers, Research Seeks to Combine the Technology of Vehicle Automation with Artificial Intelligence Algorithms

The engineers are conducting research into how to bring together the instincts of professional drivers and automated driving technology. Their goal is to design a new level of active safety technology and share it broadly so that Toyota and other auto manufacturers can deploy it on the road.

«Every day, there are deadly vehicle crashes that result from extreme situations where most drivers would need superhuman skills to avoid a collision,» said Gill Pratt, TRI CEO and Chief Scientist at Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC). «The reality is that every driver has vulnerabilities, and to avoid a crash, drivers often need to make maneuvers that are beyond their abilities. Through this project, TRI will learn from some of the most skilled drivers in the world to develop sophisticated control algorithms that amplify human driving abilities and keep people safe. This is the essence of the Toyota Guardian™ approach.»

Every year, car crashes result in nearly 40,000 fatalities in the United States, and about 1.25 million fatalities worldwide. Toyota’s goal is to reduce that number to zero. While most crashes occur in mundane situations, in other situations drivers may need to make maneuvers that take their vehicle close to and, at times, exceed normal limits of handling. When faced with wet or slippery roads for instance, professional drivers may choose to ‘drift’ the car through a turn.

«Since 2008, our lab has taken inspiration from human race car drivers in designing algorithms that enable automated vehicles to handle the most challenging emergencies,» said Professor Chris Gerdes of Stanford University’s Dynamic Design Laboratory. «Through this research, we have the opportunity to move these ideas much closer to saving lives on the road.»

TRI has supported the Dynamic Design Lab’s research for many years. The current project draws upon Stanford’s published paper, «Opening New Dimensions: Vehicle Motion Planning and Control using Brakes while Drifting,» in which Stanford researchers demonstrated advanced drifting on MARTY, an electrified, automated DeLorean. Stanford’s experimental results produced a proof-of-concept architecture capable of controlling a rear-wheel drive vehicle in a drift using brakes, steering and propulsion. TRI is now applying this architecture to vehicle platforms, including the GR Supra.

TRI is also engaging Toyota’s engineering expertise in motorsports and advanced development. Toyota Racing Development (TRD U.S.A., Inc.) in the United States is providing valuable technical and experiential know-how in motorsports and drifting. Separately, TRI is also working with Toyota Motor Corporation’s Vehicle Dynamics Control Team — based in Japan — to apply the drifting architecture for future Toyota vehicles.

About Toyota Research Institute
Toyota Research Institute (TRI), established in 2015, aims to develop active vehicle safety and automated driving technologies, robotics, and other human amplification technology. Led by Dr. Gill Pratt, TRI’s researchers use artificial intelligence to benefit society and improve the human condition by creating a future where everyone has the freedom to move, engage, and explore. TRI is based in the United States, with offices in Los Altos, California, Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Ann Arbor, Michigan. For more information about TRI, please visit http://tri.global.

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Toyota Research Institute
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Discovery Cove Awarded the Best Marine Mammal Park by Global Brand Awards 2020

LONDON, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Discovery Cove has won the ‘Best Marine Mammal Park‘ award at this year’s Global Brand Awards. The awards jury has selected Discovery Cove from a very competitive group of entrants for its exceptional commitment to quality guest experience, animal conservation efforts, and innovation.

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The Global Brand Awards is an annual awards program held by Global Brands Magazine (GBM), headquartered in the UK. Each year, GBM conducts a series of awards for companies that have stood out among the industry leaders, demonstrating exceptional service and unique vision. This is the eighth edition of the awards.

Jay Reddy, Head of Branding at Global Brands Magazine, commented: «We are delighted to award Discovery Cove with this prestigious honour as the ‘Best Marine Mammal Park’. This award highlights the park’s achievements in creating the absolute best marine experience one can imagine while providing the highest standards of animal care. Discovery Cove is one of the most unique destinations in the United States, where guests can not only learn about aquatic mammals through immersive experiences, but also relax and play on white sandy beaches in a beautiful tropical setting surrounded by majestic waterfalls, reefs filled with sea life, rocky lagoons, and winding rivers. A visit to this intimate, all-inclusive destination includes endless food and drink options, wet suits, snorkel gear, towels, and many more amenities. With reservations required and limited capacity, the experience is one of the most exclusive attractions in the country.»

Marc Swanson, Interim CEO at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, commented: «We want to thank the team at Global Brands Magazine for this exciting accolade. Discovery Cove is truly a unique offering. Our guests can unwind in a tropical and tranquil oasis, enjoy unforgettable up-close animal experiences, and make lasting memories at this breathtaking destination. Our goal is to provide a relaxing, immersive experience in paradise, all while inspiring the next generation of conservation and animal care leaders to be good stewards of our planet by educating our guests about the natural world.»

Owned and operated by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Discovery Cove is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and is committed to protecting and preserving species and their habitats; educating people about the challenges that animals face; and inspiring the next generation of conservationists, marine biologists, scientists, and animal enthusiasts to act. SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment actively supports global conservation initiatives by providing financial and scientific support to organizations focused on animal rescue and rehabilitation, conservation education, habitat protection, and species research.

About Discovery Cove

Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida, is a stunning all-inclusive day resort where guests can swim with dolphins, snorkel among thousands of tropical fish and rays, hand-feed hundreds of exotic birds, strut alongside flamingos, and more. At Discovery Cove, guests can experience nature and animals like never before, connecting with dolphins in the Dolphin Lagoon, or exploring the stunning coral reef habitat at The Grand Reef. Relaxation comes naturally for visitors at Discovery Cove, whether riding the soothing currents along Wind-Away River, enjoying the melodies of colourful feathered friends in the Explorer’s Aviary, or simply soaking up the sun along the white sandy beaches with plenty of open space for physical distancing.

About Global Brands Magazine (UK)

Global Brands Magazine (GBM) has been on the forefront, bringing news, views and opinions on brands that are shaping the future of their industry. The UK-based magazine provides its readers with the latest news and information on ‘best-in-class’ brands across the globe. Each year, GBM develops a series of awards for companies that stood out having a unique vision, exceptional service, innovative solutions and consumer-centric products, among their industry leaders.

About Global Brand Awards:

Global Brand Awards was established with the aim of honouring excellence in performance and rewarding companies across different sectors. The brand awards bring limelight to organizations who have performed remarkably well in the field of Finance, Education, Hospitality, Automobiles, Lifestyle, Education, Real Estate and Technology. The company also showcases popular shoe, clothing and fashion brands by providing consumers with the latest insights into the branding world. The GBM Brand Awards aim to recognize key players who make progress toward excellence and giving a stage to acknowledge their efforts. In addition, GBM strives to create awareness concerning the significance of such organizations and reward them for rigorous efforts, with ultimate global recognition.

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Discovery Cove Awarded the Best Marine Mammal Park by Global Brand Awards 2020

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LiveXLive’s React Presents Announces Its First-Ever Spring Awakening Excursion: Cancun Awakening In Cancun, Mexico

CHICAGO, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — React Presents, a subsidiary of <a target="_blank"…

CHICAGO, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — React Presents, a subsidiary of LiveXLive Media (NASDAQ: LIVX) («LiveXLive»), a global platform for livestream and on-demand audio, video, and podcast content in music, comedy, and pop culture, announced today its first-ever expansion of Spring Awakening (SAMF) outside of Chicago with its first edition of «Spring Awakening Excursions» Cancun Awakening, a 5-day / 4-night all-inclusive tropical excursion experience from April 28th to May 2nd in partnership with Pollen.

Spring Awakening Excursions: Cancun Awakening will feature 25 international and regional artists performing at full-scale club arenas, pool parties, and boat parties. This multi-day travel experience combines the world-class music and culture of Spring Awakening music festival with a vacation in one of the premiere party destinations in the world, Cancun, Mexico.

Headliners include: Zeds Dead, Dillon Francis, Claude VonStroke, Liquid Stranger, Wax Motif, Drezo, Lucii, Gene Farris, Giolì & Assia, Offaiah. Other talent to participate (subject to change): Afterlife, Arvi Mala & Alex Kiselov, Birthdayy Partyy, David Sattva, Dogma, Haleigh Haus, John Joshua, Mass Appeal, Masteria, Memo Arvayo, Porn and Chicken, Redux, Slater Hogan, and With Love.

«We’re excited to expand the Spring Awakening brand outside of Chicago for the first time and provide a new experience to kick off the 10th anniversary of SAMF,» said Martin Godinez, Marketing Director of React Presents.

The experience will start on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 and end on Sunday, May 2, 2021. As the early-bird packages sold out, the standard packages are still available starting at $749 and include an annual PLUS LiveXLive subscription, rooms, exclusive access to SAMF Cancun events, immersive parties and programming handpicked by SAMF, plus food and beverages. All trips are covered by a 100% COVID Guarantee, ensuring that if the trip gets rescheduled, fans are automatically guaranteed a reservation with the new date, or receive their money back.

In addition to an eclectic lineup, Spring Awakening Excursions: Cancun Awakening (SAMFCANCUN ) will feature exclusive tropical merchandise, interviews with many of the artists, unique excursions to some of Mexico’s incredible ruins and cenotes, snorkeling, tequila tastings, and food/taco tastings. React Presents will also give-away tickets to the ten-year anniversary SAMF (Chicago) scheduled for 2021.

For a full schedule and information on packages, visit https://springawakeningfestival.com.

About React Presents, LLC
Founded in 2008, React Presents, a subsidiary of LiveXLive, was born out of a passion for curating top-tier live music events that have helped propel Chicago to the forefront of the US music scene. Over the past decade, React Presents has grown into one of the premier largest concert promoters in the Midwest, producing several major music festivals and over 400 concerts annually in Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and more. It was acquired by LiveXLive in early 2020 to extend LiveXLive’s live event production and festival business and scale its live-streamed content library.

About Pollen
Pollen has all the best experiences in one place. Everything from hip hop to EDM, Latin to fitness, pool parties to ski slopes, in the best destinations around the world, including Ibiza, Cabo, Miami and Aspen. To learn more, please visit pollen.co.

About LiveXLive Media, Inc.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, LiveXLive Media, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIVX) (the «Company») (pronounced Live «by» Live) is a global platform for livestream and on-demand audio, video and podcast content in music, comedy, and pop culture. LiveXLive, which has streamed over 1,800 artists since January 2020, has become a go-to partner for the world’s top artists and celebrity voices as well as music festivals concerts, including Rock in Rio, EDC Las Vegas, and many others. In April 2020, LiveXLive produced its first 48-hour music festival called «Music Lives» with tremendous success as it earned over 50 million views and over 5 billion views for #musiclives on TikTok on 100+ performances. LiveXLive’s library of global events, video-audio podcasts and original shows are also available on Amazon, Apple TV, Roku and Samsung TVs in addition to its own app, destination site and social channels. The Company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, PodcastOne, generates more than 2.25 billion downloads per year with 400+ episodes distributed per week across a stable of hundreds of top podcasts. For more information, visit www.livexlive.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter at @livexlive, and YouTube.

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Richard Karr Motors Highlights Savings Offer on 2021 GMC Sierra 1500

WACO, Texas, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Individuals looking for their next weekend warrior pickup will find that the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 from Richard Karr Motors has everything they are looking for. This powerful pickup is offered in SLT, Elevation, SLT, AT4 and Denali trim levels and is capable of towing up to 11,800 pounds.

Richard Karr Motors has offers available on select 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 models that could save shoppers thousands at checkout.

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Richard Karr Motors has offers available on select 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 models that could save shoppers thousands at checkout.

Richard Karr Motors is currently offering dealership-exclusive savings offers as well as cash back bonus opportunities. Select 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE models are available with a $2,000 dealer discount with a $5,500 manufacturer cash back bonus, resulting in $7,500 in savings. Shoppers can save up to $8,500 in total on select 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT models with $6,500 in manufacturer cash back bonus savings and $2,000 in dealership discounts.

The 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 comes equipped with a standard 4.3L EcoTec3 V6 engine and offers 285 horsepower and 305 pound-feet of torque on the road. The Sierra 1500 lineup includes six available engine options depending on trim level and cab style.

Prospective shoppers will be impressed by the variety of in-car amenities provided by the Sierra 1500. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a 7-inch color touchscreen, HD Surround Vision and Hitch Guidance with Hitch View highlight a handful of the available features found in the Sierra 1500 lineup.

Anyone can view the available 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 models and offers at Richard Karr Motors on the dealership’s website, richardkarr.com. The Richard Karr Motors showroom is located at 900 W Loop 340, Waco, TX 76712 and is open Monday through Saturday.

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Mary Frances Karr-Ellis, Richard Karr Motors, 254-776-1111, maryfrances@richardkarrmotors.com

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Hotel EffectivenessⓇ Named Best Scheduling & Labor Management Software in the 2021 HotelTechAwards

ATLANTA, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Hotel Effectiveness^Ⓡ, is eager to announce the company’s flagship product, PerfectLabor™, has been named 2021’s #1 Labor Management Software, and the company has been awarded one of the 10 Best Places to Work by Hotel Tech Report. In addition, PerfectEngage™, launched in mid-2020, was named as a finalist in the Best Employee Engagement software category. Coming off one of the most challenging years for the hotel industry and businesses of all kinds, this recognition carries added weight heading into 2021.

«Each month Hotel Tech Report helps more than 100,000 hoteliers research and vet technology partners for their properties. Winning a HotelTechAward is the highest achievement in the industry because it’s based on real data. Hoteliers trust this award when making purchase decisions because scoring is transparent and participation is ubiquitous amongst the most reputable vendors in the industry,» says Jordan Hollander, CEO of Hotel Tech Report.

Winners for these awards were selected from more than 200 of the top technology products around the world. The HotelTechAwards are the industry’s only data-driven awards platform with winners determined not by a handful of judges or popularity votes but by product reviews from a global community comprised of thousands of verified hotel technology users across more than 120 countries.

«We’re thrilled to be recognized by the industry in these two foundational elements of our company: our people and our products,» said Del Ross, Chief Revenue Officer at Hotel Effectiveness. «It’s an honor to be named the #1 Labor Management Software determined by customer reviews for the third straight year, because at the end of the day that’s what matters most. And in a year where we weren’t able to physically connect with our team, collaborate, and simply work together, we’re proud to still be highly regarded as one of the 10 Best Places to Work. Finally, for our brand-new product, PerfectEngage™ to be named a finalist in its category, employee engagement, so soon after launch is a testament to our relentless focus on our hotel customers’ success.»

The industry has been hit hard by the Covid-19 virus and is still in recovery mode. These recognitions and awards are meaningful now, more than ever and a true testament to the great work Hotel Effectiveness has been able to accomplish this past year to support their customers and the industry.

Some of the company’s latest achievements and accomplishments in the past year include:

Growing to more than 5,000 hotel customers
Named Hottest Technology in 2020 at ALIS Tech Challenge
Launched PerfectEngage™, an easy-to-use employee engagement and communications solution
Launched Team Wellness Check-in™ within the enhanced mobile application suite including an app for managers and MyHotelTeam^®,the popular employee app
Announced major new customer relationships with industry leaders including, Aimbridge Hospitality, Prism Hotels and Resorts, Pyramid Advisory Group, Sage Hospitality and Crescent Hotels & Resorts. All of which utilize combinations of Hotel Effectiveness’ integrated labor optimization suite including PerfectLabor™, PerfectEngage™ and PerfectWage™
Supported the industry through:

Released a guide to help hotel’s return to profit sooner and accelerate recovery during the pandemic.
Hosted webinar on new Assembly Bill 685 impacting all California employers and how they can avoid a $25,000 mistake.
Created several resources including the Guest Room Deep Clean Checklist and cross-training tracking worksheet to help hotels transform processes and create greater efficiencies.
Provided customers with data necessary to secure PPP funding.
Released Cost of Schedule reporting and other key features to improve cash flow management.

For more information on the HotelTechAwards visit: https://hoteltechreport.com/news/2021-hta-pr

About Hotel Effectiveness®
Hotel Effectiveness® is the only complete labor management system designed exclusively for hotels and hotel management companies. Hotel Effectiveness® helps more than 5,000 hotels across more than 70 hotel brands achieve rapid return on investment through matching employee schedules with customer demand. From economy hotels to large convention hotels and luxury resorts, the solution is a fit for all types of properties. To learn more about PerfectLabor™ and the rest of the company’s profit-boosting technologies, visit Hoteleffectiveness.com.

About Hotel Tech Report
Hotel Tech Report is the world’s largest online community for technology insights and digital transformation strategies in the massive hotel industry. Our mission is to arm hotel owners and managers with the tools they need to leverage modern digital technologies and solve real-world business problems. Everything that we do is built upon a foundation of trust and transparency provided by authentic verified peer and expert reviews. Each month we help nearly 100,000 hoteliers learn about technology solutions and strategies that make their properties more efficient and solve their most pressing business problems.

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Lytx 2020 «State of the Data» Report Identifies Key Areas of Risk for Trucking Fleets

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Lytx^®, a leading provider of machine vision- and artificial intelligence-powered video telematics, analytics, safety, and productivity solutions for commercial, public sector, and field service fleets, has released its third annual «State of the Data» report focused on trucking fleets. With data captured from fleets of all sizes and types within the trucking industry, Lytx’s 2020 report reveals the riskiest states, cities and roadways in <span…

«2020 was an unforgettable year with unprecedented challenges for the trucking industry. With the continued demands facing fleets and drivers, it has never been more important for us to identify and share key areas of risk and opportunities to help improve their safety,» said Dave Riordan, executive vice president, Lytx enterprise business. «We use our dataset – the largest and most accurate of its kind – to identify and address top areas of driving risk, and to provide trucking fleets with insights they can put into action quickly to improve their safety.»

Identifying Riskiest Areas Across the Country

Lytx captured over 10 million risky driving incidents among trucking fleets in 2020. From all those incidents, Lytx examined single-square-mile road segments using its proprietary risk scoring system and found the following areas in the U.S. had the highest concentration of risk:

Allentown, Pa.: Interstate 78, East of W. Emaus Avenue
Lambsburg, Va.: Interstate 77, near Old Pipers Gap Road
Albuquerque, N.M.: Interstate 40, near Coyote Springs Road SE
Durham, N.C.: Interstate 85, near University Station Road
Lebanon, N.J.: Interstate 78, near Cokesbury Road

As in past years, most of the identified riskiest road segments are near interchanges, construction zones, or on/off ramps, which increase driving risk. According to Lytx’s risk score system, these five road segments, on average, are 152 times riskier than the average road segment in Lytx’s trucking-industry database.

«We know sudden lane changes and shifts in driving speed surrounding interchanges can create a more volatile driving environment and more opportunity for dangerous incidents,» said Del Lisk, Lytx’s vice president of safety services. «We urge fleets and drivers to be aware of the increased risk in these areas and level-up their caution and defensive driving in these situations, whether you are passing through one of the segments featured here or any other highway interchange.»

Areas of Pennsylvania, and Allentown in particular, have been featured on this list in past years, with the top two riskiest roads in 2019 and top three riskiest roads in 2018.

That said, Pennsylvania improved in the overall state rankings in 2020. The riskiest states for trucking fleets in in 2020 were:

California
Washington
Texas
Oregon
Georgia

These states overall were three times riskier than the 45 other states in Lytx’s nationwide footprint.

Lytx also examined its data in 60-by-60-square-mile areas and, for the second year in a row, identified Chicago as the riskiest U.S. city for trucking. Compared to the next riskiest city, Dallas, Chicago was 23% more risky, likely related to its role as a major transportation hub for routes in all directions.

«With a wealth of driving data paired with unmatched analytic capabilities, Lytx is able to determine driving risk and drill that down into specific cities or even intersections,» said Lisk. «While we know trucking routes may not always be flexible, we encourage managers and coaches to consider these areas of concentrated risk in supporting their drivers to approach every situation with a proactive, safety-oriented mindset.»

Riskiest Days and Times for Truck Drivers

Lytx found slight shifts in the days of the week and times with the highest prevalence of collisions and near-collisions. From 2018 to 2020, Lytx identified the following:

	2020	2019	2018
Day of week with most collisions	Tuesday	Thursday	Wednesday
Day of week with fewest collisions	Sunday	Monday	Monday
Time of day with most near collisions	Morning (5:00 a.m.- noon)	Morning (5:00 a.m. – noon)	Afternoon (noon – 5:00 p.m.)

«With 24/7 demand for deliveries necessitated by the pandemic, we’ve observed a shift in the days of the week with the most and least collisions,» said Lisk. «Compared to past years, fleets may have more routes and deliveries early in the week, rather than starting the week slowly. This could be a factor in Sunday having the fewest collisions and Tuesday having the most collisions.»

Trends in Risky Behavior

Even with increased demand in 2020, Lytx trucking clients showed strong improvements in several key, high-risk behaviors, including:

Behavior (in order of most improved)	Improvements from 2019
Late response	-77%
Following distance: ≥ 2 sec to < 3 sec	-51%
Red light	-38%
Unsafe lane change	-38%
Drowsy driving	-29%

Compared to other fleet types, trucking showed strengths in several areas, including:

Behavior	Comparative Frequency*
Loose object in cab	68% less often
Distraction related to electronic device	59% less often
Positive recognition, which occurs when the driver had a close call that wasn’t a result of their own actions and prevented potentially significant consequences by exercising safe driving practices and/or when the driver demonstrated courteous driving	33% more often

*As compared to Lytx’s other client segments: waste, distribution, transit, government, construction, concrete, utilities and field services.

«Trucking professionals are clearly working hard to proactively approach safety to protect themselves and the communities they serve,» said Lisk. «For drivers spending long hours on the road and driving longer distances than other transportation-adjacent industries, this is a remarkable feat.»

Lytx’s data also found these risky behaviors increasing among truck fleets:

Behavior (in order of frequency)	Change from 2019
Posted speed violation	Increasing
Incomplete stop at stop sign	Increasing
Failed to stop at stop sign	Increasing

«We share this information as an opportunity to shed light on the areas where drivers, managers and coaches should pay special attention in order to approach safe driving proactively,» said Riordan. «From recognizing when and where truck drivers may face more risky behaviors or higher collision rates to understanding exactly which behaviors are proving challenging for the industry, we hope these unique insights from Lytx can help the trucking industry stay informed as drivers head out on the roads this year. We maintain our commitment to helping fleets raise the bar for safety as we continue to innovate our machine vision and artificial intelligence capabilities to uncover even further insights about driving risk in the trucking industry.»

About the Data
These insights were derived from Lytx’s proprietary database of trucking driving data from 2019 and 2020, including more than 10 million risky truck driving events captured last year. For comparisons across industries, Lytx calculated behavior averages from its global database, which contains driving data from utilities, distribution, concrete, construction, services, transit, government and waste industries. Lytx maintains the fastest-growing proprietary database of professional driving data in the world, currently surpassing 120 billion miles of driving data. The data is anonymized, normalized and in instances of behavior prevalence, is generalizable to trucking fleets at large.

About Lytx
Lytx is a leading provider of machine vision and artificial intelligence-powered video telematics, analytics, safety, and productivity solutions for commercial, public sector, and field service fleets. Our solutions harness the power of video to empower drivers and fleets to be safer and more efficient, productive and profitable so they can thrive in today’s competitive environment. Our customizable services and programs span driver safety, risk detection, fleet tracking, compliance, and fuel management. Using the world’s largest driving database of its kind, along with proprietary machine vision and artificial intelligence technology, we help protect and connect thousands of fleets and more than 1.3 million drivers worldwide. For more information on Lytx telematics systems, visit, www.lytx.com, @lytx on Twitter, LinkedIn, our Facebook page or our YouTube channel.

Contacts:
Lytx
Megan Humphreys
412-398-1808
megan.humphreys@lytx.com

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TrueCar Forecasts 16.0 Million New Vehicle Sales for 2021

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — TrueCar, Inc. projects 16 million new light vehicle sales for 2021, an increase of 10% from the previous year. Retail sales are expected to reach 13.9 million, an increase of 9.6% from 2020.

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«The year 2020 was a challenging one for the automotive industry and the economy at large, but the recovery came faster than most expected, providing strong momentum and pent-up demand going into 2021,» said Nick Woolard, Lead Industry Analyst at TrueCar. «Retail demand is healthy and will remain the driving force for total vehicle sales in 2021. Fleet sales will also increase, but at a much slower pace, due to the uncertainty surrounding travel.»

Q4 2020 saw record-breaking average transaction prices for new vehicles, as incentives eased and consumers opted for more expensive SUVs and trucks. The trend towards more expensive vehicles continues in 2021. Average transaction prices are projected to increase 3.1% year over year to $37,925. In previous years, the average transaction increased roughly 4% year over year.

«As the K-shaped recovery takes shape in 2021, we expect higher-income households, who have not been financially impacted by the pandemic, to continue making new vehicle purchases,» added Woolard. «Continued trends towards large trucks, SUVs, and a growing array of electric vehicles as well as additional safety and technology content will lead to even higher average transaction prices in 2021.»

Average interest rates for new vehicles in 2020 were 4.74%, and interest rates for used vehicles were 8.47%. TrueCar forecasts that interest rates for 2021 will remain similar to those we saw in Q4 2020.

«Car shoppers in 2021 can expect interest rates for new and used vehicles to remain at the low levels we saw towards the latter part of 2020 with support from the Federal Reserve,» said Alain Nana-Sinkam, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at TrueCar. «The Fed is signaling continued support into 2021 as the U.S. economy recovers from the pandemic. The low interest rates are likely to stay at least through the end of the year.»

	2019 ACTUAL	2020 ACTUAL	2021 FORECAST	YOY%
TOTAL SALES	17.0 M	14.6 M	16.0 M	10%

RETAIL	13.8 M	12.7 M	13.9 M	9.6%

FLEET	3.2 M	1.8 M	2.1 M	12.6%

AVERAGE TRANSACTION PRICE	$35,317	$36,786	$37,925	3.1%

INCENTIVES	$3,801	$3,937	$3,876	-1.6%

(Note: This forecast is based solely on TrueCar, Inc.’s analysis of industry sales trends and conditions and is not a projection of TrueCar, Inc.’s operations.)

About TrueCar

TrueCar is a leading automotive digital marketplace that enables car buyers to connect to our nationwide network of Certified Dealers. We are building the industry’s most personalized and efficient car-buying experience as we seek to bring more of the purchasing process online. Consumers who visit our marketplace will find a suite of vehicle discovery tools, price ratings, and market context on new and used cars – all with a clear view of what’s a great deal. When customers are ready, TrueCar will enable them to connect with a local Certified Dealer who shares in our belief that truth, transparency, and fairness are the foundation of a great car-buying experience. As part of our marketplace, TrueCar powers car-buying programs for over 250 leading brands, including AARP, Sam’s Club, and American Express. Nearly half of all new-car buyers engage with TrueCar-powered sites, where they buy smarter and drive happier. TrueCar is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, with offices in Austin, Texas, and Boston, Massachusetts.

For more information, please visit www.truecar.com, and follow us on Facebook or Twitter. TrueCar media line: +1-844-469-8442 (US toll-free) | Email: pr@truecar.com

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Tanya Kohan
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LiveXLive’s React Presents Announces Its First-Ever Spring Awakening Excursion: Cancun Awakening In Cancun, Mexico

CHICAGO, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — React Presents, a subsidiary of <a target="_blank"…

For a full schedule and information on packages, visit https://springawakeningfestival.com.

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Shoppers Save Big with Trade-in Offers at Rodeo Hyundai in Peoria Area

SURPRISE, Ariz., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Peoria car owners who are thinking about trading in their current vehicle will be pleased with the trade-in options available at Rodeo Hyundai. The Rodeo Hyundai team offers prospective trade-in customers with a Kelley Blue Book Value for their trade-in, ensuring they receive the best offer for their vehicle.

When shoppers choose to trade their vehicles in at Rodeo Hyundai, they can be confident that the…

When shoppers choose to trade their vehicles in at Rodeo Hyundai, they can be confident that the Rodeo Hyundai team will provide them with the best offer available. Individuals can begin the trade-in process online on the Rodeo Hyundai website to get the process started before heading to the dealership.

Once the trade-in process is completed customers can choose from over 150 new Hyundai vehicles on the Rodeo Hyundai lot to drive off in.

Prospective buyers can use their vehicle’s trade-in value to put towards the purchase of a new or used vehicle from Rodeo Hyundai. The Peoria dealership already has a full range of 2021 Hyundai models in stock, with fan-favorites such as the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Kona, Hyundai Tucson and Hyundai Sonata available.

Anyone can view the entire lineup of new Hyundai vehicles at Rodeo Hyundai by visiting the dealership online, rodeohyundai.com. For answers to personalized inquires, a member of the dealership staff can be reached by phone at 623-214-4100 anytime during normal business hours.

The Peoria-area dealership is located at 12925 N Autoshow Ave, Surprise, AZ 85388 and accepts vehicle trade-ins seven days a week. The Rodeo Hyundai sales department is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.

Media Contact

Peter Pasiakos, Rodeo Hyundai, 623-214-4100, press@earnhardt.com

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