asTech Device is Certified to Support the GM Collision Repair Network

PLANO, Texas, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — asTech, a Repairify Inc. company, is providing GM with key scanning, diagnostics, and calibration solutions.


PLANO, Texas, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — asTech, a Repairify Inc. company, is providing GM with key scanning, diagnostics, and calibration solutions.

asTech is OE certified and is committed to providing customers with safe and proper repair—protecting customer safety and maintaining product integrity.

«asTech provides the right service, tools, and quality technicians to provide proper repair and customer safety,» stated Jake Rodenroth, asTech Director of OEM and Industry Technical Relations. «As product development continues, and as we see more EV vehicles to the future, asTech, as a solution, can meet that remote volume.»

The GM Collision Repair Network is designed to provide tools to assist in the pre- and post-repair scans, usage of OEM repair procedures, completion of recalibration, and quality-control checks. Utilizing asTech’s remote diagnostic solutions within the GM Collision Repair Network, customers can receive diagnostics and calibration of their GM vehicles.

This latest announcement demonstrates asTech’s commitment to providing superior quality automotive diagnostic and vehicle electronic services to professional repair organizations. As automotive electronics become more advanced asTech is committed to the safe and proper repair.

About asTech®

Founded in 2010, asTech, a Repairify company, is a leading remote diagnostics service solution provider in the automotive repair industry. ASE certified and dealer trained technicians use their patented technology to run OEM scanning tools remotely and ensure electronic vehicle systems are returned back to OEM standards post-collision repair. For more information, visit astech.com.

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Red Roof® Room in Your Heart campaign partners with United Way to bring awareness – and funds – to the organization and 211

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, continues its successful giving campaign this year with its newest Room in Your Heart (RIYH) purpose program. Red Roof’s Room in Your Heart…

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, continues its successful giving campaign this year with its newest Room in Your Heart (RIYH) purpose program. Red Roof’s Room in Your Heart is partnering with United Way to promote and support 211. 211 is a free, confidential referral and information helpline and website that connects people of all ages and from all communities to the essential health and human services they need, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Whether in times of natural disaster or personal crisis, 211 is committed to being the first, most essential resource to anyone who needs help.

«Our Room in Your Heart purpose-driven initiative has had a major impact in supporting diverse groups and the individuals they serve, and United Way and 211 support so many in need of assistance, especially at this time,» says Marina MacDonald, Chief Marketing Officer, Red Roof. «Room in Your Heart will help to support United Way to bring more awareness and donations to ensure the information helpline continues to benefit a wide variety of communities across the country.»

Red Roof is asking their valued guests to book a stay at a Red Roof Inn®, Red Roof PLUS+®, HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof®, or The Red Collection® property. Guests receive a significant discount on their room rate, and a portion of their stay will benefit United Way and the 211 network. Guests save 15% on their stay at participating properties and 5% of revenue from their completed stay booked with the VP code through February 28, 2021 goes to support United Way and the 211 network. Guests may book directly only using VP code, 628218 at redroof.com, or by calling 800.RED.ROOF, or at a participating property. The promotion begins on February 1 and ends February 28, 2021.

Previous Room in Your Heart philanthropic campaigns have been impactful for selected organizations. In 2020, the company offered a helping hand to deserving groups including students, first responders, sick children and military members.  Some groups included Flying Horse Farms which provides magical, transformative camp experiences for children with serious illnesses and their families–free of charge; the Freedom Alliance which supports American troops and their families with care packages, grants, scholarships, and other programs, and The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), the nation’s largest organization exclusively representing the Black College Community. The TMCF offers merit and need-based scholarships to help talented students obtain an affordable college education.

211 is a vital service leveraged by millions of people across North America. Every day, clients contact 211 to access free and confidential crisis and emergency counseling, disaster assistance, food, health care and insurance assistance, stable housing and utilities payment assistance, employment services, veteran services and childcare and family services. Last year, the 211 network responded to over 20 million requests for assistance across the U.S. The service is available to over 96% of the U.S. population, including in Puerto Rico and Washington, DC, and is also available in most of Canada. Individuals in need or who are looking for information for someone else can call 211 from a cell phone or landline or visit 211.org for more contact options.

«United Way and 211 are a lifeline for those in need — this year more than ever. Every day thousands of people turn to 211 for information, support and hope—whether financial, domestic, health or disaster-related,» said Suzanne McCormick, U.S. President, United Way Worldwide.  «In the wake of Covid-19, calls to 211 have surged up to 400% of regular call volume. Partnering with Red Roof and their purpose program, Room in Your Heart, will enable us to assist more callers in times of crisis.» 

About Red Roof®
Red Roof is an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, recognized for creating the innovative Upscale Economy® segment serving millions of guests each year. Known for obsessively listening to consumers, Red Roof offers travelers a consistently high-quality experience at an affordable price. With coast-to-coast locations, Red Roof has over 650 properties in the U.S. and has expanded internationally to Brazil and Japan. Whether business or leisure, short trips or extended stays, in the hearts of cities or on the road, Red Roof has a property for every traveler, delivering an enhanced experience at a value price. Red Roof is pet-friendly, as one well-behaved pet is welcome per room, nationwide, at no additional cost*. Ranging from economy to midscale, Red Roof’s portfolio of brands includes: Red Roof Inn® and Red Roof PLUS+®, allowing guests to Sleep Easy. Spend Less®. with enhanced amenities at a value price; The Red Collection®, a hyper-local soft brand in the Hearts of Cities You Love; and Home Towne Studios by Red Roof®, offering guests A Brand New Way to Extended Stay. Red Roof offers franchisees Genuine Relationships. Real Results.® – a unique owner-operator experience establishing common ground with franchisees. To join Red Roof’s industry-leading loyalty program, RediRewards, or for reservations, visit redroof.com or call 800.RED.ROOF.

*Pet accommodations policy may vary at some Home Towne Studios by Red Roof locations.

 

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China Tire Export Industry Report 2020: Due to COVID-19, Exports are Down by 13.45 Million, or 13.70% Compared to 2019

DUBLIN, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «Research Report of the Tire Export Industry in China

DUBLIN, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «Research Report of the Tire Export Industry in China 2020-2024″ report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

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China’s annual production of pneumatic tires was more than 800 million in 2015-2019, the highest output was 1.04 billion in 2018. Due to the upstream rubber industry and the downstream automobile industry, the tire production in 2019 had declined, only 842.26 million.

According to the analyst, the tires exported by China are new pneumatic tires, which are mainly used for passenger cars and commercial vehicles (buses and lorries). According to the analyst, from 2017 to 2019, the export volume increased from 289.59 million to 315.58 million. Affected by COVID-19 from January to April 2020, the number of tire exports is relatively small, only 84.71 million, down by 13.45 million, or 13.70% compared to the same period in 2019.

Although the volume of passenger car tire exports is more than that of commercial car tires, the amount of commercial car tire exports is higher. In 2019, the export volume of passenger car tires was 223.23 million, the value being USD 5,569.82 million, while the volume of commercial vehicle tires was 92.36 million, which was worth USD 7,350.04 million.

The export destinations of passenger car tires are always relatively scattered, with only the UK ranking the first, accounting for 8-10% of the total volume. While commercial vehicle tires were mainly exported to the United States. Even in the face of the Sino-U.S. trade war and epidemic situation, the United States was still the first export destination, accounting for 14-26% of the total volume.

China’s government encourages enterprises to export tires, while lots of other countries have raised tariffs on Chinese tires. Considering the pandemic and other factors, exports have estimated to be relatively low in 2020 and should gradually recover after 2021.

According to the analyst, the USA, the UK and Mexico are expected to be the top three export destinations in the next five years, followed by Germany, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.

Readers may obtain the following information from this report:

  • Economic Environment of the Tire Industry in China
  • Policies for Exported Tires in China
  • Analysis on the Supply of Tires in China
  • Analysis of Exported Tires in China
  • Analysis of Major Destinations of Exported Tires in China
  • Price Trends of Exported Tires in China
  • Driving Forces and Opportunities for Exported Tires in China
  • Forecasts on Exported Tires in China 2020-2024

Key Topics Covered:

1 China’s Tire Production, 2015-2019
1.1 Passenger Car Tires
1.2 Commercial Vehicle Tires

2 Related Policies of China’s Tire Exports

3 China’s Tire Export Scale, 2017-Apr. 2020
3.1 Types of Exported Tires from China
3.1.1 Passenger Car Tires
3.1.2 Commercial Vehicle Tires
3.2 Export Volume of Tires
3.1.1 Passenger Car Tires
3.2.2 Commercial Vehicle Tires
3.3 Export Value of Tires
3.3.1 Passenger Car Tires
3.3.2 Commercial Vehicle Tires

4 Major Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2017-Apr.2020
4.1 Major Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2017
4.2 Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2018
4.3 Major Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2019
4.4 Major Destinations of Tire Exports from China, 2020
4.5 Analysis of Exported Tires from China to USA, 2017 -2020

5 Factors Influencing China’s Tire Exports, 2020-2024
5.1 Drivers and Opportunities of China’s Tire Exports
5.2 Unfavorable Factors of China’s Tire Exports
6 Forecast on China’s Tire Exports, 2020-2024
6.1 Forecast on Tire Exports from China, 2020-2024
6.2 Forecast on Export Destinations

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Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan Achieve Health Security Verification from Sharecare and Forbes Travel Guide

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan are proud to announce that both properties are among the first hotels in the world to become Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide. The comprehensive facility verification helps ensure that guests and travel planners can book with confidence at properties that have appropriate health safety procedures in place.

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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan are proud to announce that both properties are among the first hotels in the world to become Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide. The comprehensive facility verification helps ensure that guests and travel planners can book with confidence at properties that have appropriate health safety procedures in place.

This verification comes with an easily identifiable «seal of approval» – the Sharecare VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide badge – based on a hotel’s compliance with expert-validated best practices that minimize the risk and impact of COVID-19 and potential future public health events.

«It is a great honor for both Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan to be recognized for our robust health and sanitation programs,» said Rob Cinelli, general manager at Sycuan Casino Resort. «Since the start of the pandemic, our team has worked tirelessly to create, implement and enforce very strict property-wide health and safety protocols that go well above the measures put in place by government agencies. Going into the new year, safety continues to be of the utmost importance and at the forefront in all of our decisions. This verification demonstrates our commitment to ensuring that our guests will always have not only a very safe, but world-class experience each time they visit our AAA Four-Diamond resort and award-winning golf resort.»

Developed by Forbes Travel Guide, the global authority on genuine Five-Star service, and digital health industry leader Sharecare, the comprehensive verification covers more than 360 standards across health and hygiene protocols, cleaning products and procedures, ventilation, physical distancing, the guest experience, and health safety communication with guests and employees. Hotels are required to verify their health protocols on an ongoing basis to ensure continued compliance with the most up-to-date global health standards.

«The pandemic has made it clear that hotels and resorts must, first and foremost, assure guests of their safety,» said Filip Boyen, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide. «By becoming VERIFIED®, both Sycuan Casino Resort and Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan have demonstrated its commitment to creating a culture of accountability and following global best practices to heighten health security, certified by a third party.»

For a complete list of hotels and resorts that currently are Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED® with Forbes Travel Guide, please visit www.forbestravelguide.com/verified.

About Sycuan Casino Resort

Sycuan Casino Resort began as a humble Bingo Palace in 1983. Now more than 37 years later, it has become a community landmark and one of San Diego’s premier casino and resort destinations. Sycuan recently completed a $260M expansion, which includes a 12-story luxury hotel tower with over 300 guest rooms and 57 suites. Guests can enjoy a wide range of onsite amenities including a variety of new restaurants from fast-casual to fine dining, meeting and event space, a full-service spa, fitness center and a state-of-the-art pool and gardens area with a lazy river and swim-up bar. Sycuan also boasts a newly expanded casino floor for more than 2,300 slot machines and 54 table games in a variety of gaming options. Sycuan is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For more information visit www.sycuan.com, Facebook: @sycuancasinoresort, Instagram: @sycuan_casinoresort, Twitter: @sycuancasino and LinkedIn: company/sycuancasinoresort or call 619-445-6002.

About Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan

Nestled inside the beautiful and tranquil hills of Dehesa Valley, our two challenging 18-hole championship golf courses and fun 18-hole par 3 course are guaranteed to give you unforgettable experiences from beginning to end. The courses are thoughtfully designed with some surprises along the way and plenty of spectacular natural features to add interest.

To get your game on par with the pros, we offer specialized Golf Academies for everyone: adults, kids, juniors, couples and women. Discover why Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan is among the best golf resorts in Southern California. Our San Diego vacation packages provide the best of both worlds, with access to our three courses and a relaxing stay at our peaceful resort. For more information visit www.singinghillsgolfresort.com.

About Forbes Travel Guide 

Forbes Travel Guide is the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. Started as Mobil Travel Guide in 1958, the company created the first Five-Star rating system in the United States. Today, Forbes Travel Guide’s incognito inspectors travel the world, evaluating properties based on up to 900 rigorous, objective standards. Forbes Travel Guide also supports the hospitality industry and other service-oriented businesses such as luxury residential, healthcare and private clubs with bespoke training solutions, evaluation services and the creation of custom service standards. For more information, please visit partner.forbestravelguide.com.  

About Sharecare 

Sharecare is the leading digital health company that helps people – no matter where they are in their health journey – unify and manage all their health in one place. Our comprehensive and data-driven virtual health platform is designed to help people, providers, employers, health plans, government organizations, and communities optimize individual and population-wide well-being by driving positive behavior change. Driven by our philosophy that we are all together better, at Sharecare, we are committed to supporting each individual through the lens of their personal health and making high-quality care more accessible and affordable for everyone. To learn more, visit www.sharecare.com.  

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AMSOIL INC. Introduces New Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant

SUPERIOR, Wis., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — AMSOIL has introduced new Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant, designed to cool high-revving, hot-running powersports engines. Formulated to handle the harsh operating conditions in which these applications operate, AMSOIL Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant offers the convenience of using one product for various powersports equipment.

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SUPERIOR, Wis., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — AMSOIL has introduced new Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant, designed to cool high-revving, hot-running powersports engines. Formulated to handle the harsh operating conditions in which these applications operate, AMSOIL Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant offers the convenience of using one product for various powersports equipment.

AMSOIL Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant features an ethylene-glycol formulation that meets original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recommendations. It provides an extended five-year service life with excellent boil-over protection up to 226°F (108°C) and freeze protection down to -34°F (-37°C). With a borate-, nitrite- and phosphate-free blend, it maximizes coolant life and helps prevent cooling-system scale and deposits. Robust corrosion inhibitors fight corrosion and cavitation while protecting metal surfaces from wear.

AMSOIL Powersports Antifreeze & Coolant is pre-mixed 50/50 with high-purity water, offering more convenience to consumers by eliminating the hassle of measuring and mixing fluids. It is available in convenient quart packaging and suitable for use in motorcycles, dirt bikes, ATVs, UTVs, snowmobiles, outboard motors and personal watercraft.

AMSOIL formulates advanced synthetic lubricants and performance products for those who demand the best. For more information or to order, contact your nearest AMSOIL Dealer or visit AMSOIL.com. AMSOIL INC., 925 Tower Ave. Superior, WI 54880.

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Sr. Marketing Manager
715-392-7101
pthill@amsoil.com

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Staypineapple and Angie Hospitality Offer Comfortable, Contactless Experience for Guests and Their Pets

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Angie Hospitality® by Nomadix, the leading provider of voice-activated and contactless technology solutions for hotels, today announced Staypineapple, An Artful Hotel, Midtown, New York, implemented a Stayclean initiative with the help of Angie’s in-room assistants to create a physically distanced, contactless experience. As travel demand begins to return, the use of technology will boost travelers’ confidence and provide a personalized, private and…

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Angie Hospitality® by Nomadix, the leading provider of voice-activated and contactless technology solutions for hotels, today announced Staypineapple, An Artful Hotel, Midtown, New York, implemented a Stayclean initiative with the help of Angie’s in-room assistants to create a physically distanced, contactless experience. As travel demand begins to return, the use of technology will boost travelers’ confidence and provide a personalized, private and safe stay.

Known for its friendly staff, special attention to the furry family members (dogs), and extra clean and plush linens, the boutique Staypineapple hotel quickly shifted to address guests’ pandemic concerns by implementing new safety protocols and adopting technology without disrupting its personalized, friendly service. Angie allows guests to order more fluffy towels, a water dish for Snoopy, and afternoon pineapple treats to the room – all without physical contact or calling the front desk.

«Prior to COVID, our guests chose us for our unique and memorable hotel experiences, and we want them to continue making those connections with added confidence while traveling,» said David Thomson, CIO of Staypineapple. «With the help of Angie, we are able to provide our high level of service and fulfill requests while offering a safe and true Staypineapple experience when staying at our property.»

«We are proud to support Staypineapple’s Stayclean initiative and help guests feel comfortable and safe, while supporting the onsite staff with our digital concierge in each guest room,» said Chris Connar, senior vice president at Angie Hospitality. «Guests have already shared that the hotel has gone ‘above and beyond’ with sanitizing and safety protocols, and the special care given to all guests through this initiative is a huge testament to the goals of this hotel. Angie’s in-room assistants offer smart hotel functionality to complement staff and provide a high-touch guest stay without the actual touch.»

For more information on in-room assistants offered by Angie Hospitality, visit www.angie.ai/.

About Angie Hospitality
Angie Hospitality® by Nomadix delivers contactless technology for hotels. The company offers patented voice and touchscreen capabilities in their purpose-built solutions for the hotel environment. This includes the world’s first 24-hour interactive guest room assistant, mobile app, casting, and PBX solutions for hoteliers looking to increase guest satisfaction, improve staff efficiencies and maximize revenue opportunities. For more information, visit angie.ai.

About Staypineapple Hotels
Based in the Pacific Northwest, Staypineapple represents a brand of ten privately owned and managed hotels in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Portland, and San Diego. Focused on thoughtful service and design with an uncanny knack for anticipating needs, the brand wholeheartedly embraces the pineapple’s symbol of hospitality and joy. For more information, visit http://www.staypineapple.com  

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U.S. Electric Vehicle Market Poised for Record Sales in 2021, According to Edmunds

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Electric vehicle sales are poised to hit their highest level on record in 2021, according to the car shopping experts at Edmunds. Edmunds data shows that EV sales made up 1.9% of retail sales in the United States in 2020; Edmunds analysts expect this number to grow to 2.5% this year.

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SANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Electric vehicle sales are poised to hit their highest level on record in 2021, according to the car shopping experts at Edmunds. Edmunds data shows that EV sales made up 1.9% of retail sales in the United States in 2020; Edmunds analysts expect this number to grow to 2.5% this year.

«2021 is actually shaping up to be a pivotal year for growth in the EV sector» – Jessica Caldwell, analyst, Edmunds

«After years of speculation and empty promises, 2021 is actually shaping up to be a pivotal year for growth in the EV sector,» said Jessica Caldwell, Edmunds’ executive director of insights. «We’re not only about to see a massive leap in the number of EVs available in the market; we’re also going to see a more diverse lineup of electric vehicles that better reflect current consumer preferences. And given that the new presidential administration has pledged its support for electrification, the U.S. is likely to see incentive programs targeted at fostering the growth of this technology further.»

Edmunds analysts anticipate that 30 EVs from 21 brands will become available for sale this year, compared to 17 vehicles from 12 brands in 2020. Notably, this will be the first year that these offerings represent all three major vehicle categories: Consumers will have the choice among 11 cars, 13 SUVs and six trucks in 2021, whereas only 10 cars and seven SUVs were available last year. For the full list of EVs expected to come to market in 2021, please see the table below.

This diverse spread of EV offerings should help encourage stronger loyalty among EV owners, which has dwindled over the years as shoppers have gravitated toward larger vehicles. According to Edmunds data, 71% of EV owners who didn’t buy another EV traded in their vehicle for a truck or SUV in 2020, compared to 60% in 2019 and 34% in 2015.

«Americans have a love affair with trucks and SUVs, to the detriment of EVs, which have until recently been mostly passenger cars,» said Caldwell. «Automakers should have a much better shot of recapturing some of the EV buyers who they’ve lost now that they can offer larger, more utilitarian electric vehicles.»

Edmunds analysts note that this infusion of fresh new products comes at a time where the market is also seeing a positive shift in consumer interest in EVs. According to Google Trends data, consumer searches for electric trucks and SUVs have recently hit a high point after trending upward for years.

«Besides affordability, one of the biggest barriers to increased EV sales has simply been tepid consumer reception — it’s been tough for companies that aren’t Tesla to crack the code of how to get shoppers hyped up for these vehicles,» said Caldwell. «But in the past year we’ve seen automakers throw huge advertising dollars behind their EV launches in an attempt to drum up some buzz, and it’s promising that consumers seem to at least be more aware of the options out there.»

As more consumers look to EVs as a possibility for their next car purchase, Edmunds experts emphasize that shoppers should take extra time to consider their alternatives and do their research.

«Buying an EV is an entirely different beast than a traditional car purchase, so extra research and diligence are key,» said Ivan Drury, Edmunds’ senior manager of insights. «Range and weather conditions play a huge factor in determining whether certain EVs make sense for your everyday needs, and whether you own a home with a garage or rent an apartment could affect your charging situation. Federal and state tax incentives are at play with these purchases. And with a number of manufacturers following Tesla’s direct sale model, there might not be opportunities to take a test drive, or even to trade in your current vehicle, like you would at a traditional dealership.»

To help consumers, the Edmunds experts have put together a comprehensive analysis of the true cost of powering an EV, and they also maintain an authoritative EV rankings page that highlights the best electric vehicles currently in production.

Electric Vehicles Expected to be Available for Sale in 2021

Model Year

Make

Model

Vehicle Category

2021

Atlis

XT

large truck

2021

Audi

e-tron

luxury midsize SUV

2021

Audi

e-tron Sportback

luxury midsize SUV

2021

BMW

i3

luxury subcompact car

2021

Chevrolet

Bolt EV

subcompact car

2021

Ford

Mustang Mach-E

midsize SUV

2021

Hercules

Alpha

large truck

2021

Honda

Clarity

midsize car

2021

Hyundai

Ioniq Electric

compact car

2021

Hyundai

Kona Electric

subcompact SUV

2021

Kia

Niro EV

subcompact SUV

2021

Lordstown Motors

Endurance

large truck

2021

Lucid

Air

luxury large car

2021

Mercedes-Benz

EQC

luxury compact SUV

2021

Mini

Hardtop 2 Door

sports car

2021

Nissan

Leaf

compact car

2021

Polestar

2

luxury midsize car

2021

Porsche

Taycan

luxury large car

2021

Rivian

R1S

luxury large SUV

2021

Rivian

R1T

midsize truck

2021

Tesla

Cybertruck

large truck

2021

Tesla

Model 3

luxury compact car

2021

Tesla

Model S

luxury large car

2021

Tesla

Model X

luxury large SUV

2021

Tesla

Model Y

luxury compact SUV

2021

Volvo

XC40 Recharge

luxury subcompact SUV

2021

VW

ID.4

compact SUV

2022

Chevrolet

Bolt EUV

compact SUV

2022

GMC

Hummer EV SUV

large truck

2022

Nissan

Ariya

compact SUV

 

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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Wildly Popular YouTube Design Duo, Mr. Kate, Launches Home Furniture Line with Dorel Home for #CreativeWeirdos Everywhere

Furniture launch marks an exciting next step for this joyful husband-and-wife brand

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Calling all Creative Weirdos! Mr. Kate is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever furniture line.

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Furniture launch marks an exciting next step for this joyful husband-and-wife brand

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Calling all Creative Weirdos! Mr. Kate is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever furniture line.

Headed by the powerhouse husband-and-wife team of Kate Albrecht and Joey Zehr, Mr. Kate is known for its jaw-dropping home makeovers and interior design tutorials that celebrate creativity and personal style. The brand’s wildly popular YouTube Channel boasts four million subscribers with 500+ million total video views and is the top interior design channel on the platform.

Exactly 10 years after its debut as a lifestyle/DIY blog, Mr. Kate (repped by A3 Artists Agency) is celebrating its newest venture — a furniture line designed with leading manufacturer, Dorel Home, the home furnishings division of Dorel Industries Inc., (TSX: DII.B; DII.A), to help dwellers unleash their inner ‘Creative Weirdos’ and add a splash (or two…or three) of color at a mainstream price.

«We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Mr. Kate on the launch of its inaugural furniture line,» said Claudia Grundman, Senior Brand Director of Dorel Home. «Kate and Joey embody the joy of interior design and it’s been a thrill to work with them on bringing their unique and versatile pieces to life.»

The initial collection features metal and upholstered beds, accent chairs, futons, and sofa-sectionals for anyone, from design enthusiasts to DIY novices, who are looking to brighten their home and channel new energy into their living space.

«This furniture line is an expression of who we are as designers and a true representation of our ‘Because, Why Not?’ philosophy to embrace your creative freedom and not overthink it too much,» said Kate Albrecht, Designer, Author and Founder of Mr. Kate. «No matter your style or space, our collection is designed to make you feel authentically at home.»

Mr. Kate furniture is being carried by top e-commerce retailers, including Wayfair, Walmart, Amazon, Overstock and more coming soon. All Mr. Kate products are designed with the brand’s core principle at heart: providing the necessary tools to create unique, multifunctional, and stylish surroundings.

The Mr. Kate furniture line includes a range of functional pieces and decorative accents to suit any design aesthetic, from minimalist to mid-century modern. Its pieces are available in luxurious fabrics such as linen and velvet and come in a variety of colorways, including gray, blush, mustard, tan, green, and teal. The affordable price range runs from $229.99 to $629.99 USD.

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ABOUT MR. KATE
Mr. Kate is an online community for Creative Weirdos! Led by the joyful husband-and-wife duo of Kate Albrecht and Joey Zehr, Mr. Kate’s jaw-dropping home makeovers and DIY design tutorials have taken the Internet by storm. The brand’s wildly popular YouTube Channel is the most popular channel of its kind on the platform, boasting four million subscribers with 500+ million total video views. As a result of their online success, Kate and Joey also have a best-selling book, appeared on an HGTV special and are Webby, Streamy, and Shorty Award nominees and winners. The pair has been gratefully acknowledged by the city of Los Angeles and the city of Compton for their charitable contributions to underprivileged communities. Through their palpable energy and love of design, Kate and Joey inspire #creativeweirdos everywhere to live the «Because, Why Not?» lifestyle.

ABOUT 1MILK2SUGARS
1Milk2Sugars is an award-winning agency specializing in influencer relations, digital marketing and media relations. Priya Chopra, founded 1M2S in 2012 and has expanded its reach to include offices in Montreal, Toronto and New York. Proudly recognized as a Forbes-accredited agency and one of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by the Growth List, 1M2S has an esteemed portfolio of top international brands like NIVEA, L’Oréal, Coppertone and Centrum. For more information about 1M2S, please visit: www.1Milk2Sugars.com and follow along on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn for the latest buzz.

ABOUT DOREL INDUSTRIES
Dorel Industries Inc. (TSX: DII.B, DII.A) is a global organization, operating three distinct businesses in juvenile products, bicycles, and home products. Dorel’s strength lies in the diversity, innovation, and quality of its products, as well as the superiority of its brands. Dorel Juvenile’s powerfully branded products include global brands Maxi-Cosi, Quinny, and Tiny Love, complemented by regional brands such as Safety 1st, Bébé Confort, Costco, and Infanti. Dorel Sports brands include Cannondale, Schwinn, GT, Mongoose, Caloi, and IronHorse. Dorel Home, with its comprehensive e-commerce platform, markets a wide assortment of domestically produced and imported furniture. Dorel has annual sales of US$2.6 billion and employs approximately 900 people in facilities located in twenty-five countries worldwide.

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U.S. News 2021 Best Hotels Rankings Names Acqualina Resort As #1 Best Resort in the Continental U.S.

MIAMI, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Acqualina Resort & Residences, the Sunny Isles Beach iconic resort providing an ultra-luxurious beach lifestyle, has been recognized in the 2021 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotels rankings as the #1 Best Resort in…

MIAMI, Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Acqualina Resort & Residences, the Sunny Isles Beach iconic resort providing an ultra-luxurious beach lifestyle, has been recognized in the 2021 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotels rankings as the #1 Best Resort in the Continental U.S.

«COVID-19 has challenged all of us and our team has worked very hard to consistently deliver five-star service to our guests ensuring they feel safe, relaxed and create wonderful memories together,» said Acqualina CEO and Partner Deborah Yager Fleming. «This award is a great testament to our continued efforts of exceeding expectations at every turn. It’s our mission to constantly do better at every level.»

Editors researched thousands of hotels, collected dozens of data points and used an unbiased approach to calculate the rankings. The 11th annual Best Hotels rankings evaluated more than 30,000 luxury properties across the United States, Europe, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean. The methodology considers a hotel’s star rating and both expert and guest sentiment by collecting annual awards from distinguished travel publications and TripAdvisor user scores, the combination of which helps determine each hotel’s rank.

With its world-class restaurants, curated amenities and luxurious rooms and suites, Acqualina Resort provides an exclusive experience and ultra-luxurious beach lifestyle like no other. The gorgeous beachfront location features outdoor living room settings, three oceanfront swimming pools and cabanas where guests can make online reservations. Guests of the luxury Miami Beach resort can bask in the South Florida sun or spend the afternoon shaded by palm trees. The attentive Acqualina team will make sure every need is met. That includes everything from serving a delicious Mediterranean lunch on the beach to providing a delectable coconut or a cocktail where guests never need to leave the beach.

The ultra-luxury resort’s extensive safety measures include using innovative sanitation technology in all interior and exterior areas, including electrostatic disinfectant tools that combine EPA-approved chemicals with electrostatic molecules to sanitize all spaces ensuring that every area of the property has been effectively and regularly cleaned to the highest standard. This is in addition to the resort’s superior level of cleaning and hygienic protocols in place already, and frequent hand washing, use of gloves and face masks.

About Acqualina Resort & Residences
Acqualina Resort & Residences is where the charm of a Mediterranean villa meets elegance on the beach. The lush grounds feature red couches set on Seashore Paspalum grass and are dotted with signature red umbrellas. A seaside luxury haven located on 4.5 beachfront acres in pristine Sunny Isles Beach, Acqualina Resort features 98 impeccably appointed guest rooms and suites and 188 residences with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, world-class dining including Il Mulino New York, the al fresco Costa Grill and the new Ke-uH Japanese restaurant, three oceanfront swimming pools, spacious meeting rooms and an innovative marine biology-based children’s program. A variety of lavish interior and exterior venues provide an ideal background for opulent weddings and memorable events. Acqualina Spa by ESPA, the first ESPA-branded spa in the United States, provides guests with an exquisite 20,000-square-foot, two-story tranquil sanctuary of excellence and relaxation. A family-owned and operated property, Acqualina is a recipient of the coveted Forbes Travel Guide Awards for both the hotel and spa and the AAA Five Diamond Award.

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TSC Printronix Auto ID Announces the Largest Product Update Ever to Its Most Popular Industrial Printers and Print Engines

BREA, Calif., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — TSC Printronix Auto ID, a global leader in barcode label printing solutions, announces their largest product update yet, offering a range of advancements, including more secure and adaptable wireless connectivity options, enterprise mobility management capabilities, and better printhead management mechanisms to protect against incorrect or poor-quality labels.

Printers from each of the following families have been upgraded with new electronics:…

BREA, Calif., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — TSC Printronix Auto ID, a global leader in barcode label printing solutions, announces their largest product update yet, offering a range of advancements, including more secure and adaptable wireless connectivity options, enterprise mobility management capabilities, and better printhead management mechanisms to protect against incorrect or poor-quality labels.

Printers from each of the following families have been upgraded with new electronics: the MH Series performance industrial printers, the MX Series performance industrial printers, and the PEX Series industrial print engines. The printers received evolutionary upgrades to their operational performance. In the product update, TSC also launched two new industrial printers in the MH261 Series, the MH261T and MH361T 6-inch industrial thermal transfer printers. The performance models are ideal for printing applications in logistics, manufacturing, retail, distribution, healthcare, and much more.

The new and improved printers feature more powerful wireless connectivity options than their predecessors, including combination wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth® 4.2 modules designed for fast roaming and greater productivity. The upgraded connectivity features work well in Wi-Fi networks with multiple access points to ensure that no data is lost when roaming about a facility and crossing from one access point to another.

The upgraded printers include compatibility with SOTI Connect, an enterprise mobility management software for greater visibility into real-time data on the health and performance of entire fleets of printers. The SOTI Connect remote printer management platform gives users the power to manage and configure settings on thousands of printers from a single touchpoint from anywhere around the world.

Printhead management has also been vastly improved across all of the upcoming models to feature active dot check and upgraded printhead mechanisms. The printhead mechanisms have the ability to check and report bad dots on the printhead in real-time. Users receive an alert to replace a faulty printhead in advance and avoid downtime across all of their upgraded TSC printer models.

The upgraded printheads now include a new feature to store printhead usage within the printhead mechanism. This allows users to have a clear indication of their printhead’s status and output level for an improved insight of printhead health and replacement status. The ability to capture printhead usage directly on the replaceable printhead mechanism makes the upgraded models an attractive option for customers looking to replace their existing printer models.

«We are continuously working to deliver the most up-to-date thermal printing technology to our customers,» said David Lundeen, VP of Marketing at TSC Printronix Auto ID. «Upgrades to modern wireless connectivity, adding compatibility to powerful enterprise mobility management platforms like SOTI Connect, and introducing better printhead management to protect against bad barcodes are all part of our commitment to our customers.»

Customers interested in upgrading their existing printer models now have the ability to do so with a wide range of options in this upgraded printer line-up. The new printer models bring unprecedented performance advancements to the market with high-value, competitive pricing options.

To learn more about the TSC Printronix Auto ID upgraded products, pricing information, and product availability, contact your TSC regional sales representative or our US Corporate Headquarters.

About TSC Printronix Auto ID
TSC Printronix Auto ID is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative thermal printing solutions. The company is comprised of two-industry-leading brands, TSC and Printronix Auto ID with over 65 years of combined industry experience, strong local sales engineering support, continuous investment in new product development and is capable of quickly adapting solutions to meet the needs of small business customers to Fortune 500 companies. TSC and Printronix Auto ID are proud members of the TSC Auto ID Technology Company family.

To learn more, visit TSC Auto ID at http://www.tscprinters.com and Printronix Auto ID at http://www.printronixautoid.com.

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