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 SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The car shopping experts at Edmunds say that the auto industry is on track for greater stability and healthier sales this year, forecasting that 15.5 million new cars will be sold in 2021. Edmunds analysts note that this would represent a 6.5% lift compared to last year.

«2020 was an incredibly tumultuous year for the industry, but some unique market conditions helped retail sales end up in a much stronger place than anticipated, and the good news is that these should serve as some decent tailwinds into 2021,» said Jessica Caldwell, Edmunds’ executive director of insights. «Despite the economic hardships faced by so many Americans during the pandemic, there’s still a large population of well-off consumers who have been taking advantage of favorable financing conditions and sustaining healthy demand in the new car market.»

Edmunds experts put together some of the biggest trends that they predict will shape the road ahead in 2021:

• The new vehicle market will continue to grow more pricey and exclusive as the pandemic drives an income divide among Americans. New car prices are skyrocketing: In December 2020 the average transaction price for a new vehicle hit an all-time record high of $40,573. Edmunds analysts expect this number to go up as affluent consumers benefiting from lower interest rates and healthy stock and housing markets continue buying bigger, more expensive new trucks and SUVs. At the same time, more affordable options in the new car market are growing increasingly scarce as automakers shutter their car lines, which Edmunds experts say will create a barrier to entry for many consumers and force them into the used car market.
• COVID-19 vaccines will help keep auto sales steady but won’t boost them dramatically. Unlike other industries such as airlines or entertainment, automotive sales are not expected to see a dramatic retail lift post widespread vaccination distribution — in 2020, retail sales were down only 8.6%. However, Edmunds experts say that a return to an in-person work environment should help maintain sales, and they anticipate a boost in daily rentals in 2021, which generally make up 12% of new vehicle sales but sank to 7.4% in 2020.
• Exciting new products will help breathe life into the automotive industry. 2021 will be a standout year for new vehicles. It will see the birth of a brand-new segment in EV pickup trucks, at least seven new electrified SUVs, and some popular off-road nameplate revivals including the Ford Bronco and Jeep Wagoneer.

«It comes down to production cycles and a little bit of luck, but every so often there’s a truly exciting product year for the automotive industry like we’re about to witness in 2021,» said Caldwell. «Between the GMC Hummer, the Tesla Cybertruck, and a debut vehicle from Rivian, the EV pickup truck segment is about to explode and we’re going to see even more electrified SUVs enter the market. And under the new presidential administration, there could be the possibility of new tax credits or incentives for individuals that could finally help move the needle for electric vehicles, which for years have been slow to grow in popularity in the U.S.»

Although 2021 is looking to be an exceptional year for the industry from a product standpoint, Edmunds experts note that there are a number of uncertainties that could negatively affect sales.

«The chip supply shortage could throw a big wrench in production for automakers, which have only just gotten back into a good groove after shutting down during the pandemic,» said Caldwell. «And there is the bigger question about what consumer demand for vehicles is going to look like in a post-vaccine world. Lots of additional wealth and resources have been pushed into new car purchases for now, but people have been cooped up for nearly a year. They might choose to shift their spending to experiences rather than goods, which could be a threat to car purchases.»

More insight into recent auto industry trends can be found in the Edmunds Industry Center at http://www.edmunds.com/industry-center/.

About Edmunds
Edmunds guides car shoppers online from research to purchase. With in-depth reviews of every new vehicle, shopping tips from an in-house team of experts, plus a wealth of consumer and automotive market insights, Edmunds helps millions of shoppers each month select, price and buy a car with confidence. Regarded as one of America’s best workplaces by Fortune and Great Place to Work, Edmunds is based in Santa Monica, California, and has a satellite office in Detroit, Michigan. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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BOSTON, Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation has awarded $4.6 million in new grants for innovative data- and AI-driven approaches to health care and climate action.

«Solving the global challenges of climate change and health inequities will require new approaches and tools,» said Foundation President Vilas Dhar. «We’re excited by the ways in which these organizations are using data and artificial intelligence to ensure healthier communities and enable us to be better stewards of our planet.»

The 14 grants reflect the Foundation’s commitment to strengthening data science and AI capacity within social change organizations. Often, Dhar said, non-profit organizations collect valuable data that sheds light on complex problems, and with additional resources they can better leverage data and AI for greater impact. «We are looking forward to a shared learning journey with these new grant partners to understand how the nonprofit sector can be better positioned to use such tools for social change,» Dhar said.

The climate change grants support leading environmental organizations in their efforts to more effectively harness climate data, develop innovative conservation technologies, and leverage AI to accelerate their work.

In health, the grants will support organizations working to treat blindness at scale, improve maternal and child health, and improve global pandemic response, among other challenges. Several of the grants aim to advance the field of digital health to create more caring, equitable, and responsive health care systems with scientific excellence.

Climate change

Environmental Defense Fund to support the development of an AI-generated database to map global oil and gas infrastructure allowing quantification of methane emissions as part of the MethaneSAT mission. ($250,000)

World Resources Institute to support the Data Lab’s goal of strengthening the capacity of WRI’s global network to execute data for impact strategies through AI and open data, modernized data infrastructure, workforce development, and technology services.  ($500,000)

Tech Matters to build and launch Terraso, a digital platform for integrated landscape management that will help communities to plan and finance sustainable economies by providing data and software tools to monitor progress. ($500,000)

Conservation International to support the development of conservation technologies and to catalyze access to conservation technologies among indigenous people and local communities. ($500,000)

WattTime to support their work to promote emmissionality as a method for measuring the incremental benefit of renewable energy based on location and to expand research and public outreach to drive lower emissions. ($250,000)

Digital Health

Digital Square (PATH) to support the Central American Health Informatics Network (RECAINSA), which will strengthen the network’s governance, build out digital health training, and promote exchange of medical knowledge and experience in Latin America. ($90,000)

Babson College to support a global health care entrepreneurship exchange, enabling cross cultural exchange and data-driven healthcare entrepreneurship in LMICs in partnership with the University of Global Health Equity in Rwanda. ($100,000)

Khushi Baby to support the development of a data system and machine learning model to improve maternal and child health care for families across India, and to assist with the prediction of disease outbreaks and prioritization of COVID-19 vaccine roll-out in Rajasthan. ($100,000)

Instituto Protea to develop capabilities for early diagnosis of breast cancer with the Brazilian population in the most underserved area of the city of São Paulo, using an AI-driven approach. ($150,000)

Himalayan Cataract Project to support a case study to drive quality improvements in cataract surgical services through the testing, monitoring and application of standardized cataract-related data, informing the creation of a global data standard. ($500,000)

Global Digital Health Network to support their work to increase collaborations, knowledge-sharing, and promotion of best practices between those working in digital health worldwide. ($200,000) 

Child’s Play to support the growth of the Pediatric Gaming and Technology Specialist program to improve the lives of children in long-term inpatient care. ($150,000) 

UCSF Neuroscape for the development of Nexus, a platform that allows for large-scale collection, analysis and visualization of data to discover and build interventions for assessing and improving brain function. ($150,000)

The Trinity Challenge to support the launch of a coalition that aims to improve global preparedness and data-driven response to future health emergencies. ($1.2 million)

About the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
The Patrick J. McGovern Foundation is dedicated to advancing AI and data science solutions to create a thriving, equitable, and sustainable future for all. The Foundation is the legacy of IDG founder Patrick J. McGovern, who believed in the potential for technology to democratize information, improve the human condition, and advance social good.

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Deborah O’Neil
deborah@mcgovern.org
617-775-1675

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — DishLATINO today announced the launch of the Cine & Entretenimiento Pack, delivering access to A3 Cine, A3Series, Cinema Dinamita, Hola TV, Star HD, Starz Encore en Español and Tarima. The new channel pack offers the best in Spanish-laguage movies and entertainment, and can be added to subscribers’ programming for $5 per month.

The Cine & Entretenimiento Pack includes access to the following programming:

A3 Cine: The first and only channel 100% dedicated to movies from Spain, featuring acclaimed actors, directors and producers. The channel showcases award-winning films from the golden age of Spanish cinema though today.

A3Series: A premiere Spanish-language channel featuring original high-quality content by one of the largest producers of series in the world, Atresmedia, alongside additional content from GloboTV. A3Series offers award-winning must-see series, including «Allí Abajo,» «Velvet» and «Gran Hotel.»

Cinema Dinamita: Top Mexican movies from the 80s, 90s and 2000s coexist with the best original production to bring entertainment that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats with hundreds of movies and shows, Cinema Dinamita offers something for everyone.

Hola TV: Featuring the best of ¡HOLA! Magazine reimagined for television, Hola TV delivers news, exclusives and special content that mirrors the philosophy and style of the ¡HOLA! brand.  Viewers get exclusive access to human interest stories, celebrity and lifestyle-driven programs, with special focus on royals and elites around the world.

Star HD: This channel delivers top Spanish series and entertainment produced by TVE. With series such as «Isabel,» «Los Misterios de Laura» and «El Ministerio del Tiempo,» Star provides entertainment for the whole family.

Starz Encore en Español:  Starz Encore en Español brings viewers the best movies from Spain, Latin America and Hollywood, all in Spanish. With content across genres, this channel offers movies for all your tastes.

Tarima: This is the only channel with 24 hours of Spanish concerts, delivering exclusive content covering all major Latin music genres. With the support of major record labels like Universal Music Group, Sony Music Latin and Warner Music Group, Tarima gives viewers access to original and exclusive concerts and content.

About DishLATINO
DishLATINO is a leading suite of English and Spanish language programming packages in the United States and Puerto Rico. It offers its customers Spanish-language news, entertainment, and sports in combination with DISH’s broad English-language programming lineup, providing millions of customers with access to more than 200 channels. As a subsidiary of DISH, it offers award-winning technology to enjoy the best programming at the best price. DISH’s voice remote with Google Assistant allows consumers to quickly access entertainment, ask questions, control smart-home devices and its new Google Nest Integration will make DISH the first provider to integrate live video streams directly on the TV.

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