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Cosmo Tires Celebrates Partnership with Palm Beach International Speedway & Sponsorship of the Autocross League via the Newly-Renamed Cosmo Tires Autocross Track at PBIR

MIAMI, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Cosmo Tires, a tire manufacturer of sports, passenger, off-road, light truck, truck, industrial and agricultural tires, recently announced their 2021 partnership with the Palm Beach International Raceway, an auto sports complex in Jupiter, Fla., and the official sponsorship of the Cosmo Tires Autocross Track.

Cosmo Tires regularly sponsors motorsports, such as drift drivers, endurance racing and automotive events. The…

Cosmo Tires regularly sponsors motorsports, such as drift drivers, endurance racing and automotive events. The sponsorship of the autocross track is an exciting expansion and an opportunity for Cosmo Tires to support automotive enthusiasts.

«Cosmo Tires is excited to partner with PBIR to sponsor the passion of automotive enthusiasts seeking to get the most out of their vehicles via competing in autocross.» stated Joaquin Gonzalez, President of Cosmo Tires. «Cosmo is about performance, innovation and value. Just as autocross is about getting the most out of your car, Cosmo is about getting the most out of our tires. We look forward to seeing competitors and Cosmo Tires on our track throughout the year!»

Autocross is a timed event, where participants compete for the best time around a small, technical track. Drivers and cars are broken down into classes by engine type, Including 4-Cylinder, 4-Cylinder Turbo, 6-Cylinder, 6-Cylinder Turbo/Supercharged, 8-Cylinder, and an Unlimited class, a class reserved for larger engines, and race-only vehicles.

As an added bonus, Cosmo Tires announced special cash prizes for the «Fastest Kats,» the drivers with the quickest and second-quickest times on Cosmo Tires at every autocross event throughout the year.

The inaugural 2021 Autocross League Championship Series event at the newly-renamed track also featured a 1st-in-class finish by a car on Cosmo MuchoMacho tires, winning 1st-In-Class in the 6-Cylinder Turbo/Supercharged division.

«This is a very technical course, ideal for lightweight cars,» stated Glen Fields, the winning driver. «With my heavy, high-horsepower car; the MuchoMachos did an amazing job at keeping me planted in every corner so I can take the best line. I shaved seconds off my time on almost every run; the tires never let me down.»

Cosmo Tires also posted a video recapping the fun night, to be seen here: https://youtu.be/8izHlvuNUsc. The next Autocross League Championship Series event will be held on February 26, 2021. For more information on the events, please visit https://www.cosmotires.com/motorsports.

About Cosmo Tires

Cosmo Tires is a tire brand of sports, passenger, off-road, light truck, truck, industrial and agricultural tires. Cosmo Tires was founded in 1995, and has been delivering exceptional performance and value ever since. The company started by manufacturing bias (nylon) tires for light truck, truck, industrial, agricultural and off-road applications. Cosmo Tires has since expanded production into passenger car, light truck and truck and bus radials, currently manufacturing a wide range of sizes and patterns for thousands of applications. Cosmo Tires are built with an industry-leading «quality to value» proposition that sets the company apart from all other tire brands. Constantly innovating and pushing the limits of design, Cosmo uses top quality materials and construction methods that squeeze the maximum performance, top safety and best value out of every tire. For more information, please visit https://www.cosmotires.com/.

Media Contact

Claudia Mercedes, LiFT Digital Media, +1 954-800-0086 Ext: 703, claudia@liftdm.com

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The IMEC Illinois Manufacturer Innovation Voucher Moves Needle on New Product Launch

CHICAGO, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Staying charged is a common problem among cyclists, especially bikepackers (people who go on remote bike trips for long periods of time). When Co-Founders Adam Hokin and Vishaal Mali launched PedalCell in 2015, a major part of their mission was to encourage sustainability by «getting more butts on bikes and less in cars.» However, they observed the largest barrier for bicycle adoption was power. Unlike your office, home, or car, access to a continuous and stable power source is limited for cyclists.

For PedalCell, the main challenge was developing a brand-new product with no reference designs. They assembled an expert team of product developers and lawyers to take PedalCell on a journey from concept to reality. This allowed them to reach the point where the technology was in place for them to seek – and implement – feedback from product testers, industry experts, and successfully file one patent.

The larger part of the bikepacking market is located in Europe, Canada, and Australia. And, with COVID-19 in the mix, bike sales in this segment grew by 144% due to more people seeking safe and fun ways to exercise. With such an excellent market opportunity, the team needed to go through steps to optimize their processes for mass production and ensure their intellectual property was protected. This meant optimizing cost of goods sold, sourcing suppliers, tasking new components to make sure they are scalable, and filing more patents.

PedalCell learned about the IMEC Illinois Manufacturing Innovation Voucher program and applied in January 2020.

Solution

Much to the team’s satisfaction, they were able to secure the capital needed for three additional patents, personnel to test equipment and fixtures, and ultimately manufacture and launch the product. «IMEC allowed us to move forward in our decision and made our company more appealing to investors. We have raised capital before and had 1 patent pending. Since working with IMEC, we now have 4 patents with 1 granted and 3 others pending. The program catalyzed our success.» Said Hokin.

Despite COVID-19 throwing a wrench in the original timeline to launch, the company still accomplished its goals and gained efficiencies in their project management along the way. In addition, the IMEC team of experts provided guidance on maximizing value from funding and the PedalCell team appreciated this approach. «There’s something to be said about a program that commits you to plan how the funds will be dispersed over a set timeline with a clear end-goal. I would recommend any hardware-related company in Illinois to take a look at the services that IMEC offers and commit to innovation.»

Results

Launched new product in domestic and international markets
Significant reduction in cost of goods sold
Product compatibility improved by 50% in terms of bike designs
Filed 4 aggregate patents
Doubled market potential by having patent filed for international protection

About IMEC

IMEC is a team of improvement specialists who are dedicated to changing lives and creating a positive impact on Illinois’ workforce and economy. With a mission to drive growth through enterprise excellence, they help organizations become more effective and efficient by identifying issues, developing and implementing solutions and providing the necessary support that will allow them to excel in areas of leadership, strategy, customer engagement, operations, workforce, and measurement and results. In 2019, they assisted 770 companies and created over 4600 jobs, resulting in over $435M aggregate impact to the Illinois economy. IMEC has seven offices statewide and 47 full-time industry improvement specialists. www.imec.org

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BetMGM Named One Of The Best Places To Work In 2021 By Glassdoor

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming entertainment company, is honored to announce it has been listed as a Best Place to Work in 2021 by Glassdoor, the worldwide leader on insights about jobs and companies. The Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award recognizes employers that create great work cultures and is judged solely on elected input from company employees. BetMGM ranked in the Top 20 and scored an overall outstanding rating of 4.8 out of 5 in the U.S. «small and medium company» category, for companies with up to 1,000 employees.

«It’s been a tremendous year of growth for BetMGM. We tripled our headcount to 350 team members and were able to grow the business, while infusing our new employees with the values that make BetMGM a special place to work,» said Adam Greenblatt, BetMGM CEO. «We credit our success in this area to the high-touch approach of our leadership group during these times of remote working, clarity of purpose throughout, and transparency with which we have shared our journey with the whole business. We’re extremely proud to receive this recognition from Glassdoor. It’s a testament to the collaborative, high performing workplace we’ve been able to cultivate.»

The Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award is based on the feedback employees have voluntarily and anonymously shared on the Glassdoor platform. To determine the winners, Glassdoor evaluated all company reviews shared by employees over the past year.

Christian Sutherland-Wong, Glassdoor Chief Executive Officer, said, «COVID-19 is in the driver’s seat and every employer has been impacted. This year’s winning employers have proven, according to employees, that even during extraordinary times, they’ll rise to the challenge to support their people. A mission-driven culture, transparent leadership and career opportunities are always hallmarks of Best Places to Work winners. This year, we also see exceptional employers who have prioritized the health, safety and well-being of their employees. My congratulations go to all of this year’s outstanding Employees’ Choice Award winners.»

BetMGM creates an unparalleled culture of support for its employees and customers. As the nascent sports betting industry continues to grow within the U.S, the company has placed an emphasis on responsible gaming. Recently, BetMGM established its Responsible Gambling Council, consisting of senior leaders throughout the company, designed to foster a culture of responsible gambling as well as to support and drive key responsible gaming initiatives.

BetMGM is actively hiring candidates who share the company’s core values. For details on available career opportunities visit, https://www.betmgminc.com/.

About BetMGM
BetMGM is a market leading sports betting and digital gaming entertainment company, pioneering the online gaming industry. Born out of a partnership between MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) and Entain Plc (LSE: ENT), BetMGM has exclusive access to all of MGM’s U.S. land-based and online sports betting, major tournament poker, and online gaming businesses. Utilizing Entain’s US-licensed state of the art technology, BetMGM offers sports betting and online gaming via market leading brands including BetMGM, Borgata Casino, Party Casino and Party Poker. For more information, visit http://www.betmgminc.com/.

About Glassdoor
Glassdoor combines all the latest jobs with millions of reviews and insights to make it easy for people everywhere to find a job and company they love. As a result, Glassdoor helps employers hire truly informed candidates at scale through effective recruiting solutions like employer branding and employee insights products. Launched in 2008, Glassdoor now has reviews and insights for more than 1.3 million companies located in more than 190 countries. For more information, visit glassdoor.com.

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Carl Black Kennesaw Welcomes the 2021 GMC Yukon to its Showroom

KENNESAW, Ga., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Drivers in the Kennesaw area who are looking for a new and larger vehicle can now view the 2021 GMC Yukon in the Carl Black Kennesaw showroom. The SUV received many updates, and they are nothing short of stunning. The SUV leads its class when it comes to technology features and the available Head-Up Display.

The 2021 GMC Yukon is available in four trim levels which include the SLE, SLT, AT4 and Denali. There…

The 2021 GMC Yukon is available in four trim levels which include the SLE, SLT, AT4 and Denali. There are three engines available depending on the trim level that is chosen. The three options are a 5.3-liter V8 engine, a 6.2-liter V8 engine and a 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine. The outputs are 355 horsepower, 420 horsepower and 277 horsepower respectively.

Behind the wheel of the 2021 GMC Yukon, drivers will have access to some great technology features. Some of these include a 10.2-inch diagonal premium infotainment system, an 8-inch driver information center, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities, available 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot and a wireless charging station.

There are many driver-assist systems that come available and standard in the 2021 GMC Yukon. Some of these include Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator and Adaptive Cruise Control.

Potential customers in the Kennesaw area who would like to learn more about the 2021 GMC Yukon can visit the dealership’s website https://www.carlblackkennesaw.com/. Individuals who would like to speak with someone from the dealership can do so by calling 888-457-2417. Finally, for those who would like a more personal experience, Carl Black Kennesaw is conveniently located at 1110 Roberts Boulevard.

Media Contact

T. Scott Jordan, Carl Black Kennesaw, (888) 457-2417, sjordan@carlblack.com

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Karma Automotive Announces New Dealer Partner in Nashville, Tennessee

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Karma Automotive today announced the opening of its latest addition to its dealer network: Velocity Motorcars in Nashville, Tennessee.

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IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Karma Automotive today announced the opening of its latest addition to its dealer network: Velocity Motorcars in Nashville, Tennessee.

Velocity Motorcars serves the greater Nashville metropolitan area, and its opening supports Karma’s continuing expansion of its dealer network into new and emerging markets.

«It is our honor to have Velocity Motorcars join the Karma dealership network and introduce our brand to clients in the growing Nashville market,» said Nick Westalski, the General Manager of Velocity Motorcars Nashville LLC. «We are looking forward to working with Karma and offering our clients a luxury experience of purchasing the best vehicle they can imagine.»

In 2020, Karma added more than 16 new dealer partners globally. Karma Nashville brings Karma’s North American retail presences to 27 locations.

«We’re pleased to have Velocity Motorcars join us as a new dealer-partner. Karma Nashville is an important location as it will usher in the Karma brand to the State of Tennessee.» said Joost de Vries, Karma’s Vice President of Global Sales and Customer Experience. «Velocity Motorcars – along with our other new dealer point additions — allows us to continue improving the shopping and ownership experience for Karma customers nationwide.»

Velocity Motorcars Nashville LLC is located at 720 Airpark Center Drive, Nashville, Tennessee, 37217, and can be reached by telephone at (615) 5401675, or online at http://www.velocitymc.com.

For more on Karma Automotive and the dealer network, please visit http://karmanewsroom.com.

About Karma Automotive
Karma Automotive, founded in 2014, is a southern California based producer of luxury electric vehicles. Headquartered in Irvine, California with an assembly plant located in Moreno Valley, Karma sells vehicles via its dealer network comprised of approximately 40 locations in North America, Europe, South America and the Middle East. Karma’s Innovation and Customization Center, which opened in 2019 offers world-class engineering, design, customization, and manufacturing resource opportunities to other companies. Karma’s flagship vehicle, the Revero® GT, Green Car Journal’s 2020 Luxury Green Car of the Year™, is an electric vehicle powered by dual electric motors that embodies Karma’s goal of offering leading technology with a luxury experience. Every Karma vehicle is created with unparalleled individual care and craftsmanship.

For more information, visit www.karmaautomotive.com, or www.karmanewsroom.com.

Karma Automotive Safe Harbor Disclosure
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions and include Karma Automotive’s expectations. Forward-looking statements typically can be identified by the use of words such as «will,» «expect,» «believe,» and similar terms. Although Karma believes that its expectations are reasonable, it can give no assurance that these expectations will prove to have been correct, and actual results may vary materially. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated above include, among others, general economic conditions, hazards customary in the automotive industry, competition in certain markets, the volatility of battery prices, failure of customers to perform under contracts, changes in government regulation of markets and of environmental emissions, and our ability to achieve the expected benefits and timing of our electric vehicle projects. Karma Automotive undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. The foregoing review of factors that could cause Karma’s actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in the forward-looking statements included in this news release should be considered in connection with information regarding risks and uncertainties that may affect Karma Automotive’s future results.

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Holland America Line Celebrates 75 Years in Alaska in 2022 — Bookings Open for Award-Winning Alaska Cruises and Land+Sea Journeys to Denali and the Yukon

More chances to see Glacier Bay and the only Cruise+Denali+Yukon experience make Holland America Line number-one for adventures in Alaska

SEATTLE, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — In 2022 Holland America Line is celebrating 75 years of Alaska exploration — longer than any other cruise line — and bookings are now open for its award-winning cruises and Land+Sea Journeys. Throughout the decades, the premium brand has cultivated its knowledge to create perfectly crafted Alaska adventures that offer travelers preferred access, exclusive overland transportation and immersive onboard experiences — which is why Holland America Line can say «We Are Alaska.»

From April through October 2022, guests can embark on Holland America Line’s cruises to Alaska aboard Eurodam, Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam, Oosterdam and Zuiderdam. For explorers who want to travel farther into the Great Land, 16 different Land+Sea Journeys combine a three-, four- or seven-day Alaska cruise with an inland exploration of Denali National Park. Holland America Line is the only cruise line that extends land tour options up to the unspoiled reaches of Canada’s Yukon Territory.

«It’s incredible to think that Holland America Line has been taking guests to Alaska longer than it’s been a state, and because 2022 is our 75th year, we want to allow plenty of time for guests to plan ahead,» said Gus Antorcha, Holland America Line’s president. «Alaska is a destination where if you’ve never been, it’s on your bucket list; and if you have been, you’re eager to go back. There’s a reason we’ve won several awards naming us number-one in Alaska, and it’s because we are Alaska. Come celebrate our 75th Anniversary with us.»

Voted Number-One Cruise Line in Alaska by Many
Holland America Line was named the top pick for Alaska cruises in the 2020 AFAR Travelers’ Awards for the third time in five years. In addition to the AFAR award, Holland America Line was named the top pick for Alaska in the 2020 Porthole Cruise Magazine Editor-in-Chief Awards, 2019 Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards and 2019 TravelAge West Wave Awards Editor’s Pick, confirming its position as the number-one cruise line in Alaska by some of the world’s most discerning travelers and cruise experts. Additionally, Koningsdam was voted the top mid-sized cruise ship in the 2020 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.

New and Notable for 2022 Cruises

Special onboard celebrations to commemorate the 75th Anniversary.
Every Alaska cruise includes a visit to one or more of Alaska’s iconic glacier destinations: Glacier Bay National Park, College Fjord, Hubbard Glacier and the Twin Sawyer Glaciers of Tracy Arm; the company has more Glacier Bay permits than any other major cruise line.
Seven-day «Glacier Discovery Northbound» and «Glacier Discovery Southbound» itineraries cruise between Whittier, Alaska, and Vancouver, Canada, aboard Nieuw Amsterdam and Noordam. Ports include Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway, Alaska.
Seven-day «Alaska Inside Passage» cruises sail roundtrip from Vancouver on Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam and Zuiderdam. Ports include Ketchikan, Juneau and Skagway.
Seven-day «Alaskan Explorer» cruises sail roundtrip from Seattle aboard Eurodam and Oosterdam, and include calls at Victoria, British Columbia; and Ketchikan, Juneau and Sitka, Alaska.
All ships cruising in Alaska feature expanded onboard programming: guests can engage with an Alaska naturalist, cruises with Glacier Bay take on a National Park Ranger and Huna native speaker, and special presentations explore local topics such as Alaska’s bush pilots and the famous Iditarod race.

Highlights for 2022 Denali Land+Sea Journeys:

Koningsdam, Nieuw Amsterdam, Noordam and Zuiderdam will offer Land+Sea Journeys ranging from nine to 18 days.
All Denali Land+Sea Journeys include a seven-day Glacier Discovery cruise featuring Glacier Bay and the Inside Passage, as well as either Hubbard Glacier or College Fjord and up to three nights at the McKinley Chalet Resort at the entrance to Denali National Park.
Exclusive to Holland America Line, all 2-night and 3-night Denali itineraries include the longer Tundra Wilderness Tour into Denali National Park which provides the best wildlife and mountain viewing opportunities.
Holland America Line owns its motorcoaches, railcars and hotels, so schedules are preferential. Each Land+Sea Journey gets a scenic ride on the luxury-domed McKinley Explorer, including select itineraries that offer Direct-to-Denali service, taking guests from their ship to their Denali hotel room on the same day.

Highlights for 2022 Yukon+Denali Land+Sea Journeys:

Holland America Line is the ONLY cruise line to offer an Alaska cruise combined with an overland tour to both Denali and the Yukon. These highly-rated Yukon itineraries include all of the highlights of our Denali Land+Sea Journeys and more.
Each Yukon+Denali Land+Sea Journey includes either a three- or four-day Inside Passage cruise on Koningsdam or Zuiderdam, or a seven-day Glacier Discovery cruise on Nieuw Amsterdam or Noordam.
Every Yukon+Denali Land+Sea Journey includes the services of a professional Journey Host, who makes time on land easy, convenient and insightful.
Every Yukon Journey includes a ride on the McKinley Explorer railcars, and select itineraries add on the White Pass & Yukon Route railroad from Skagway.
Guests on every Yukon Journey will also enjoy two nights in Dawson City, for more time to relive Gold Rush history.
A tour on the Klondike Spirit paddlewheeler takes guests along the Yukon River past stunning tall pines, historic towns and wildlife; all Yukon+Denali itineraries also include the Tundra Wilderness Tour.

McKinley Chalet Resort and Denali Square
Every Land+Sea Journey includes a stay at the McKinley Chalet Resort at the entrance to Denali National Park, a must-see destination for the interior of Alaska. The property is Holland America Line’s magnificent 60-acre hotel on the Nenana River. The resort features dining facilities and guest rooms, including a 99-room addition featuring Denali Suites with balconies and larger living areas.

Centrally located between the McKinley Chalet Resort and riverfront guest rooms, Denali Square is a gathering area with restaurants, an amphitheater, fire pits, outdoor seating, retail shops offering local goods, and an artist-in-residence cabin where Alaska native and local artists display and discuss their works.

Save Now, Cruise Later: Have it All Sale
For a limited time, guests who book 2022 Alaska cruises and Land+Sea Journeys by Feb. 28, 2021, can receive up to $2,300 in amenities, including a free Signature Beverage Package, pre-paid gratuities, free Signature Dining Package and 50% reduced deposits, plus free WiFi for suites. Alaska cruise pricing starts at $899 per person, double occupancy, for a seven-day sailing. Land+Sea Journeys start at $1,199 per person, double occupancy, for an 11-day itinerary. Taxes, fees and port expenses are additional.

For more information, contact a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (1-877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.

Find Holland America Line on Twitter, Facebook and the Holland America Blog. Access all social media outlets via the home page at hollandamerica.com.

About Holland America Line [a division of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE: CCL and CUK)]
Holland America Line has been exploring the world since 1873 and was the first cruise line to offer adventures to Alaska and the Yukon more than 70 years ago. Its fleet of premium ships visits more than 470 ports in 98 countries around the world, offering an ideal mid-sized ship experience. A third Pinnacle-class ship, Rotterdam, is under construction and will join the fleet in July 2021.

The leader in premium cruising, Holland America Line’s ships feature innovative initiatives and a diverse range of enriching experiences focused on destination exploration and personalized travel. The best live music at sea fills each evening at Music Walk, and dining venues feature exclusive selections from Holland America Line’s esteemed Culinary Council, comprising world-famous chefs.

In light of COVID-19, Holland America Line is currently assessing enhanced health and safety protocols and how they may impact future cruises. Actual offerings may vary from what is displayed. Stay updated on current Travel Advisories and Health & Safety protocols.

CONTACT:	Erik Elvejord
PHONE:	800-637-5029, 206-626-9890
EMAIL:	pr@hollandamerica.com

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UK on the cusp of a transport revolution, as self-driving vehicles set to be worth nearly 42 billion pounds by 2035

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UK on the cusp of a transport revolution, as self-driving vehicles set to be worth nearly 42 billion pounds by 2035

PR Newswire

LONDON, 13 January 2021

LONDON, 13 January 2021 /PRNewswire Policy/ —

Report revealing the full economic value of self-driving vehicles in the UK released.

The full economic value of self-driving vehicles in the UK has been revealed, as Transport Minister Rachel Maclean sets out that the connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) market could be worth 41.7 billion pounds by 2035.

Addressing the CES technology conference today, Minister Maclean is set to unveil a report, conducted by researchers at the Connected Places Catapult, Element Energy and Cambridge Econometrics. The report forecasts that in 2035, 40% of new UK car sales could have self-driving capabilities, with a total market value of 41.7 billion pounds – setting the future of self-driving vehicles further within Great Britain’s grasp.

This could in turn create nearly 40,000 skilled jobs in the CAV technology area, strengthening the UK economy and reinforcing this government’s commitment to building back greener and stronger.

Transport Minister Rachel Maclean said:

«The investment in and development of CAVs could truly transform the way people and goods are transported, with innovation like this at the heart of our ambition to build back better.

«We’re on the cusp of a driving revolution. Not only could this tech unlock vast opportunities for the UK economy and jobs market, it could significantly improve the safety and efficiency of how we travel over the coming decades.»

Since 2015, government has worked to make the UK one of the best places in the world to develop and deploy CAV technology.

Government has already invested 200 million pounds into CAV research and development (R&D), helping British start-ups develop their tech for use both in the UK and internationally.

Together with industry, this investment has led to many successes.

UK start-ups that have received government R&D support, including Five and Oxbotica, have gone on to successfully raise tens of millions of dollars in private investment, competing internationally with some of the world’s largest self-driving vehicle companies.

In 2020, Oxbotica launched Project Endeavour, which will be running highly automated trials in Oxford, London and Birmingham. The project will demonstrate automated driving in a variety of urban and city environments and will develop models with local authorities and communities to help them prepare for the future launch of automated vehicle services.

Several government-backed CAV trials have also successfully demonstrated world-leading capabilities in recent years, such as the Streetwise project in London in 2019, which saw self-driving vehicles carrying commuters to and from work.

The ambition to make the UK the best place in the world to deploy CAVs is also being realised through work to update UK law and regulations to make sure that the technology can be safely used on UK roads. In August 2020, government announced a consultation to enable the use of Automated Lane Keeping Systems – an early form of automation in vehicles – on UK roads as early as this year. The response to this consultation is set to be published in early 2021.

Lord Grimstone, Minister for Investment at the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy, said:

«Self-driving vehicles represent a huge economic opportunity for the UK, unlocking much-needed jobs and economic growth.

«Government is backing business to realise this – driving forward the future of the UK’s automotive and technology sectors and helping us build back better.»

Nicola Yates, CEO of Connected Places Catapult, said:

«CAV technologies have the potential to revolutionise transport. Designed in the right way, a system of connected autonomous vehicles could make our transport network more accessible, safer, more efficient and better for the environment. Connected Places Catapult has been pleased to partner with stakeholders across government, industry and academia over several years to make sure that the UK is one of the best places in the world for CAV development. This new report, developed in partnership with Element Energy and Cambridge Econometrics, shines a light on the economic opportunities for a UK CAV industry.»

SOURCE UK Department for Transport

LONDON, 13 January 2021 /PRNewswire Policy/ —

Report revealing the full economic value of self-driving vehicles in the UK released.

This could in turn create nearly 40,000 skilled jobs in the CAV technology area, strengthening the UK economy and reinforcing this government’s commitment to building back greener and stronger.

Transport Minister Rachel Maclean said:

«The investment in and development of CAVs could truly transform the way people and goods are transported, with innovation like this at the heart of our ambition to build back better.

Since 2015, government has worked to make the UK one of the best places in the world to develop and deploy CAV technology.

Government has already invested 200 million pounds into CAV research and development (R&D), helping British start-ups develop their tech for use both in the UK and internationally.

Together with industry, this investment has led to many successes.

Lord Grimstone, Minister for Investment at the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy, said:

«Self-driving vehicles represent a huge economic opportunity for the UK, unlocking much-needed jobs and economic growth.

«Government is backing business to realise this – driving forward the future of the UK’s automotive and technology sectors and helping us build back better.»

Nicola Yates, CEO of Connected Places Catapult, said:

SOURCE UK Department for Transport

Chongqing Transforms Heavy Industry into Beautiful Ecological Villages

BEIJING, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — As environmental protection has become a prominent issue related to people’s livelihood, the mission of environmental restoration has entered a new era. This objective is exemplified by the Chongqing Fengdu County section of the Loong River, which has been listed among the first batch of 17 national demonstration areas for lakes and rivers.

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What makes the experience of Fengdu unique as a demonstration river are the difficult conditions and sources of conflict encountered from the start.

Sanjian Township in the Loong River valley of Fengdu has a claim to fame based on the famous stone Jiuxigou (Nine Gulley) Bridge. It was completed unilaterally in 1972 by Fengdu County despite being denied approval from higher technical departments. In November 1977, the Nine Gulley Bridge won a major national scientific prize for the achievement. On December 22, Lvchunba Village of Sanjian Township, Fengdu County, was bestowed the award of Top Ten Most Beautiful Ecological Villages in China.

Sanjian Township is located amidst the precipitous gorges of Longhe Valley. In August 2017, Sanjian Township was formerly identified as a highly impoverished township. Concerned parties have focused on ecological restoration and agricultural tourism as the main priority.

As a result, the old face of Sanjian has been replaced with a scene of resplendent modernity blended with original charm. Ten characteristic home-stays run by local villagers in Lvchuanba have received 25,000 tourists since April 2020, earning a combined 5 million yuan (US$772,200) revenue through tourism.

As a national demonstration area for lakes and rivers, and a newly awarded top ten beautiful village in China, the Loong River’s transformation in Fengdu provides a solid case example of how environmental restoration can be achieved, despite the greatest of challenges.

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Chongqing Transforms Heavy Industry into Beautiful Ecological Villages

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What makes the experience of Fengdu unique as a demonstration river are the difficult conditions and sources of conflict encountered from the start.

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Onewheel Receives GOOD DESIGN Award for Pint

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Future Motion, maker of the popular Onewheel electric boards, today announced that it has received the prestigious Chicago Athenaeum’s 2020 GOOD DESIGN® Award for…

Founded in Chicago in 1950 by Eero Saarinen and Charles and Ray Eames, GOOD DESIGN remains the oldest and the world’s most recognized program for design excellence worldwide. Onewheel Pint was recognized as a 2020 GOOD DESIGN winner.

«Pint is a rare example of a technology that enhances the human experience and connects you with the world» says founder and CEO, Kyle Doerkson. «Pint’s bold and refined design language matches it’s incredible riding experience. It is an honor to be recognized by some of the leading tastemakers for our tireless work on this game-changing product.»

Every single component of the Pint has been designed with careful consideration to create an unbelievable user-centric riding experience and a clean, approachable design language. The Pint retails for $950 and can be purchased at onewheel.com.

Good Design panelists praise Pint for it’s approachability and combination of transportation and recreation. «While Onewheel has developed a product with transportation utility, it has gone a step further in its design ethos and incorporated the fun of an action sport that anyone can do, any time, anywhere—no driving to the slopes, waves, or trails required.»

In November, the 70th GOOD DESIGN jury was held as a COVID-19 meeting online and the jury made selections from over 48 nations worthy of the GOOD DESIGN Award for their Design Excellence. Good Design represents the world’s critical mass of the design and manufacturing industry representing the best consumer design ranging from the ‘spoon to the city’ for sustainability, superior design, and unparalleled function.

About Future Motion, Inc

Founded in 2013, Future Motion is committed to designing and developing inspiring vehicles that include both elegant form and unprecedented function. Future Motion’s products, Onewheel Pint and Onewheel+ XR, exemplify its dedication to crafting products that bridge recreation and transportation. Future Motion designs not only the Onewheel product line but also all the subsystems that power it, including custom brushless motors, power electronics and battery modules. Onewheel, which provides a riding experience similar to surfing but on paved or unpaved trails, is perfectly situated in Santa Cruz where the mountains meet the sea. Its products are protected by over 37 issued patents in the U.S. and worldwide.

Contact: Dillon Hollinger
TRUE Communications for Onewheel
dillon@truecommunications.com

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