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Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Gogoro with the 2020 Global Company of the Year Award for the Swappable Battery Electric Scooter Market

With 135 million total battery swaps, Gogoro demonstrates its world-leading battery swapping system at an incredible scale, and with a growing program of five vehicle maker partners, Gogoro is extending its Gogoro Network Battery Swapping to more vehicles and markets

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Based on its recent analysis of the global swappable battery electric scooter market, Frost & Sullivan announced today it is recognizing

With 135 million total battery swaps, Gogoro demonstrates its world-leading battery swapping system at an incredible scale, and with a growing program of five vehicle maker partners, Gogoro is extending its Gogoro Network Battery Swapping to more vehicles and markets

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Based on its recent analysis of the global swappable battery electric scooter market, Frost & Sullivan announced today it is recognizing Taiwan-based Gogoro with the 2020 Global Company of the Year Award for its Gogoro Network™. Gogoro Network is an intelligent energy platform that combines the power of connectivity, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to create a new generation of swappable refueling that is smart, scalable, and continually optimizing itself.

Gogoro has grown from 70 GoStations® in 2015 to nearly 2,000 stations in 2020, accessed by nearly 360,000 customers every month. Gogoro strategically places these stations every 500 meters in places such as malls, convenience stores, parking structures, and coffee shops. It has established consumer battery swapping on a mass scale, performing 265,000 battery swaps each day (135 million to date). It demonstrates that its business model is viable and practical.

«The company expects to build the service out in several cities outside of Taiwan,» said Vishwas Shankar, Research Director at Frost & Sullivan. «As a testament to its success with GoStations®, its vehicles, and the overall Gogoro Network, the company’s ridership developed their own community, forming multiple forums and networks and becoming ambassadors for climate change and clean energy transportation. All this comes together via the innovative Gogoro Network™, which utilizes cloud computing to connect to GoStations™, battery swapping stations designed to exchange used batteries for charged ones.»

In a typical usage scenario, a customer rides up to a GoStation®, places used batteries in the two open slots, and six seconds later, receives pre-charged batteries in exchange. In those six seconds, the GoStation® authenticates the owner and performs a vehicle diagnostic to ensure safety. Gogoro maintains ownership of the batteries to reduce costs for customers and provide frequent upgrades.

«The ‘Powered by Gogoro Network’ program has extended Gogoro’s leading battery swapping system to a growing number of vehicle makers that include Yamaha, PGO, Aeon Motor, Tai Ling Industry and eMOVING,» noted Jeffrey Castilla, Best Practices Research Team Leader at Frost & Sullivan. «With its vision for increasing sustainability through mobility, Gogoro is steadily achieving its goal of enabling the large-scale transition from fossil fuels to sustainable energy.»

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents a Company of the Year award to the organization that demonstrates excellence in growth strategy and implementation in its field. The award recognizes a high degree of innovation with products and technologies and the resulting leadership in customer value and market penetration.

Frost & Sullivan Best Practices awards recognize companies in a variety of regional and global markets for demonstrating outstanding achievement and superior performance in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer service, and strategic product development. Industry analysts compare market participants and measure performance through in-depth interviews, analyses, and extensive secondary research to identify best practices in the industry.

About Frost & Sullivan
For six decades, Frost & Sullivan has been world-renowned for its role in helping investors, corporate leaders, and governments navigate economic changes and identify disruptive technologies, Mega Trends, new business models, and companies to action, resulting in a continuous flow of growth opportunities to drive future success. Contact us: Start the discussion. Contact us: Start the discussion.

Contact:

Lindsey Whitaker
P: +1 (210) 477-8457
E: lindsey.whitaker@frost.com

About Gogoro Inc.
Founded in 2011, Gogoro is putting energy into things that matter. With a mission to deliver consumer innovations through an intelligent urban ecosystem that will improve how the world’s most populated cities distribute and utilize energy, the company is enabling the transformation of megacities into smart cities. Gogoro is working toward a better future by putting power in the hands of everyone – to move us all forward, faster. For more information, visit www.gogoro.com/press.

 

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VisIC unveils new 8mOhm power switch for EV Inverters

Designed for EV, the high power D3GaN 8mOhm product for high voltage and high current Inverter applications brings higher efficiency and smaller size

– Low Ron power GaN switch based on D3GaN technology for the EV market

– The new solution designed specifically for the EV Inverter application

NESS ZIONA, Israel, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — VisIC Technologies Ltd., a global leader in gallium nitride (GaN) devices…

Designed for EV, the high power D3GaN 8mOhm product for high voltage and high current Inverter applications brings higher efficiency and smaller size

– Low Ron power GaN switch based on D3GaN technology for the EV market

– The new solution designed specifically for the EV Inverter application

NESS ZIONA, Israel, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — VisIC Technologies Ltd., a global leader in gallium nitride (GaN) devices for automotive high-voltage applications, is proud to announce its new low resistance product for EV Inverter application that will improve efficiency and manufacturing cost of electric cars. The new 8mOhm product is another step in the ongoing effort to support our customers and improve the power conversion systems. 

«The V8 product doubles the current capabilities and reduces resistance by a factor of 2.5 times over the previous generation of VisIC product. This will allow our customers to improve their inverter systems to be more efficient in size, power, and cost for the target EV market.» said Mr. Ran Soffer, VisIC SVP Sales & Marketing. «The V8 product is another step in our long-term effort to provide a better solution based on our D3GaN technology. The work on the new product is done in close collaboration with our leading customers to bring meaningful improvement to the electric drive system which is the heart of the Electrical Vehicle. The higher power density can also be achieved in high-power traction invertors», added Mr. Ran Soffer.

The new product is rated at 8mΩ, 650V, 200Amp and provides significantly lower switching losses versus comparable IGBT or SiC devices for the same current range. Customers can integrate the new die into both discrete packages and power modules with a variety of interconnect options. This new technology enables power loss savings particularly in drive cycle tests for high current Electric Vehicle inverter systems.

The challenge of manufacturing a single die with a high current is a known challenge for wide band gap technologies (WBG), such as SiC and GaN, vs ubiquitous Silicon dies. The breakthrough of 200A GaN dies has been made possible due to the thoughtful design of the D3GaN platform and manufacturing excellence of TSMC, the manufacturing partner of VisIC company. This breakthrough will enable Electric Vehicles to benefit from the high-efficiency technology of GaN. This will lead to more cost-effective EV cars, for a greener and cleaner planet.

This press release and further information can be found at www.visic-tech.com

About VisIC Technologies Ltd.

VisIC Technologies is a world leader in GaN electronics for xEV applications, focused on high-power automotive solutions. Its efficient and scalable products are based on deep technological knowledge of gallium-nitride and decades of experience. VisIC is committed to providing a step function improvement in terms of size and cost of energy conversion systems and is dedicated to high-quality customer support at all development phases. VisIC offers high power transistor products based upon compound semiconductor Gallium Nitride (GaN) material aiming to provide products for cost-effective and high-performance automotive inverter systems.

 

 

 

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Lev Peker and David Meniane of CarParts.com Win Silver Medals in 10th Annual Best in Biz Awards

TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — CarParts.com CEO Lev Peker and CFO/COO David Meniane have been named silver medal winners in the Executive of the Year and Operations Executive of the Year for mid-sized companies categories in the Best in Biz Awards, the…

TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — CarParts.com CEO Lev Peker and CFO/COO David Meniane have been named silver medal winners in the Executive of the Year and Operations Executive of the Year for mid-sized companies categories in the Best in Biz Awards, the only independent business awards program judged each year by prominent editors and reporters from top-tier publications in North America.

It is rare for one company to receive two awards in this competition, vouching for the tremendous leadership both Lev and David have shown over the past year. Since they both joined the firm in early 2019, Lev and David have transformed the company both internally and for their consumers, resulting in a complete financial, logistical, and operational turnaround. While it was just months from bankruptcy then, CarParts.com recently reported its third consecutive quarter of double digit, profitable growth and the highest gross profit in the company’s history.

2020 marked the 10th annual Best in Biz Awards and – with a continuing global pandemic – was also a year like no other in the program’s 10-year history. Despite the global challenges, the 10th annual program saw a particularly strong field of entries from public and private companies of all sizes and spanning all geographic regions and industries in the U.S. and Canada, ranging from some of the most recognizable and admired global brands to the most innovative start-ups and nimble local companies – proving North American business’ resilience and continuing innovation and growth despite the odds. The judges were impressed with this year’s winners’ agility and adaptability that allowed their businesses to thrive, their willingness to always go the extra mile to help their customers in these unusual times.

«It’s been an incredibly rewarding journey and privilege to guide CarParts.com over the past year with David, and we are both very excited to be recognized by the Best in Biz team. Together, we’ve reimagined the auto parts market and built a platform that’s helped thousands of consumers get back on the road faster and more cost-effectively,» says Lev Peker, CarParts.com CEO.

«I’m humbled that our growing team has continued to prosper through the adversity and global challenges of this year with record performance. Lev and I have rebuilt the purpose and success of the firm and are honored on behalf of all CarParts.com employees – from our corporate office to distribution centers – to receive this recognition,» says David Meniane, CarParts.com CFO and COO.

Since the program’s inception in 2011, the Best in Biz Awards judging panels have consisted of both editors and reporters with keen expertise in selecting the best of the best from hundreds of high-performing companies and leaders. The 2020 judging panel included, among others, writers from Barron’s, Consumer Affairs, USA Today and Wired.

«Corporate resiliency has never been more important than in 2020 and the winning entries in the 10th annual Best in Biz Awards have impressive accomplishments in this area,» said Mark Huffman, Consumer Affairs, having judged six of the last 10 Best in Biz Awards competitions.

For a full list of gold, silver and bronze winners in Best in Biz Awards 2020, visit: http://www.bestinbizawards.com/2020-winners.

About CarParts.com

With over 50 million parts delivered, CarParts.com has helped drivers across the contiguous United States keep their vehicles on the road. Leveraging our company-owned national distribution network, we bring the very best brands and manufacturers directly to consumer hands, cutting out unnecessary costs to provide quality parts at a discount. Combined with our 90-day returns and intuitive mobile experience, CarParts.com makes it simple for customers to get the parts they need delivered straight to their door.

CarParts.com is headquartered in Torrance, California.

About Best in Biz Awards

Since 2011, Best in Biz Awards has been the only independent business awards program judged by a who’s who of prominent reporters and editors from top-tier publications from North America and around the world. Over the years, judges in the premier awards program have ranged from Associated Press to the Wall Street Journal and winners have spanned the spectrum, from blue-chip companies that form the bedrock of the global economy to some of the world’s most innovative start-ups and nimble local companies. Each year, Best in Biz Awards honors are conferred in two separate programs: North America and International, and in 90 categories, including company, team, executive, product, and CSR, media, PR and other categories. For more information, visit: http://www.bestinbizawards.com

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Wheels Up Founder and CEO Kenny Dichter Honored by City & State for Philanthropic Efforts in Support of Feeding America

NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — This evening, Kenny Dichter, Founder and CEO of leading private aviation company Wheels Up, will be honored as one of City & State’s «Responsible 100» for ongoing philanthropic efforts and initiatives.

NEW YORK, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — This evening, Kenny Dichter, Founder and CEO of leading private aviation company Wheels Up, will be honored as one of City & State’s «Responsible 100» for ongoing philanthropic efforts and initiatives.

Dichter and Wheels Up are being recognized for their support of Feeding America with the March 2020 launch of the Meals Up program, which was created to help raise awareness and funds around the growing levels of food insecurity during the COVID-19 crisis. Meals Up is an extension of Wheels Up Cares, a program that is committed to continually aligning with philanthropic organizations and initiatives that affect and matter to Wheels Up and its members, families, and friends. 

In September 2020, Wheels Up debuted its Orange Plane in honor of Feeding America’s Hunger Action Month. The aircraft is now a permanent part of the Wheels Up Cares fleet, a group of custom-painted Beechcraft King Air 350i aircraft that serve as flying symbols for specific causes. The Wheels Up Cares fleet also includes the Camouflage Plane for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, the Red Plane for the American Heart Association and Simon’s Heart, the Teal Plane for Ovarian Cancer Awareness, and the Pink Plane for Breast Cancer Awareness and the Dubin Breast Center of the Tisch Cancer Institute at Mount Sinai.

In May and November of 2020, Wheels Up partnered with Turner Sports for «The Match: Champions for Charity» and «The Match: Champions for Change» respectively, to raise awareness and funds for Feeding America. The Company also debuted a commercial featuring Feeding America, putting high visibility marketing assets behind the cause. Through ongoing efforts to date, Meals Up has already raised and inspired the equivalent of more than 50 million meals for those facing hunger, with participation from Wheels Up Ambassadors and friends including Russell Wilson, Ciara, Tom Brady, JJ Watt, Alex Rodriguez, Jennifer Lopez, Deion Sanders, Joey Logano, and Feeding America CEO Claire Babineaux-Fontenot.

The «Responsible 100» recognizes New York’s most powerful executives, thought leaders, visionaries and influencers, who are setting new standards of excellence, dedication and leadership in improving their communities and making transformative change.

«I am humbled to be recognized personally and on behalf of Wheels Up among the City’s most generous and influential thought leaders in corporate and social responsibility,» said Dichter. «It is imperative that we work to support the many people affected by this pandemic through Meals Up and in collaboration with Feeding America. We also pledge to continue upholding our ongoing responsibility through Wheels Up Cares and giving back to the communities we serve every day.»

Personally, Dichter is a major supporter of his alma mater, the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In 2019, he partnered with the Office of Admissions and Recruitment to fund the Fly High Fund, which will support digital outreach to students of color to encourage them to apply.

About Wheels Up
Wheels Up, the leading brand in private aviation and the only company in the industry to offer a total private aviation solution, was founded and is led by renowned entrepreneur Kenny Dichter. Wheels Up delivers world-class safety, service, and flexibility through on-demand flights, membership programs, corporate solutions, aircraft management, whole aircraft sales, and commercial travel benefits through a strategic partnership with Delta Air Lines. Wheels Up Customers and Members have access to over 1,500 safety-vetted and verified aircraft. 

Through the Wheels Up App anyone can search, book and fly. Wheels Up Connect, Core, and Business memberships provide enhancements such as flight sharing, empty-leg Hot Flights, Shuttle Flights, Shared Flights, signature Wheels Down events, and exclusive member benefits from preeminent lifestyle brands. The Company’s ongoing Wheels Up Cares program aligns with philanthropic organizations and initiatives that affect and matter to the Company and its customers, members, stakeholders, families, and friends. The Wheels Up Cares fleet is comprised of five custom painted Beechcraft King Air 350i aircraft; each plane serves as a flying symbol for a specific cause.

To learn more about Wheels Up, go to Wheelsup.com.

Follow Wheels Up on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Google

Wheels Up Media Contact:
JONESWORKS
wheelsup@jonesworks.com   
(212) 839-0111

 

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Holland America Line Offers a FREE Interior Stateroom with a Verandah or Suite Booking in Unprecedented ‘Buy One, Gift One’ Promotion

‘Buy One, Gift One’ is combinable with ‘View & Verandah’ offer that includes stateroom upgrades, free gratuities, beverage package, one-night specialty dining, 10% off shore excursions and more

SEATTLE, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — To help spread holiday cheer, Holland America Line is offering a free second stateroom with cruise bookings – a huge cruise value and rarity in the industry, and a promotion that has never been offered by the premium cruise line….

‘Buy One, Gift One’ is combinable with ‘View & Verandah’ offer that includes stateroom upgrades, free gratuities, beverage package, one-night specialty dining, 10% off shore excursions and more

SEATTLE, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — To help spread holiday cheer, Holland America Line is offering a free second stateroom with cruise bookings – a huge cruise value and rarity in the industry, and a promotion that has never been offered by the premium cruise line. Cruisers can share the joy of travelling with a loved one with an unprecedented «Buy One, Gift One» promotion that gives a free interior stateroom with the booking of a verandah or suite on the same cruise departure.

«Buy One, Gift One» runs from Dec. 17, 2020, through Jan. 5, 2021, and applies to select 2021 Alaska, Europe, Caribbean and Mexico cruises departing through Dec. 18, 2021.

The promotion can be combined with Holland America Line’s «View & Verandah» offer that provides cruisers with up to $3,800 in added value, depending upon length of cruise and stateroom category booked.  With «Buy One, Gift One», cruisers also get a free interior stateroom with a value up to $5,600.

«View & Verandah» includes free stateroom upgrades, Signature Beverage Package, an evening at the Pinnacle Grill or Tamarind specialty restaurants, 10% off shore excursions, 50% reduced deposits, and free or reduced fares for kids or any third and fourth guests in the same stateroom, plus free gratuities when booked by Jan. 5.

Free Stateroom Can Be Single or Double Occupancy

Single or double occupancy is permitted with the free interior stateroom, with no additional charge for single occupancy. Those who want to upgrade the free interior stateroom can do so for the difference in the fares between the interior and the desired stateroom category. «View and Verandah» promotional amenities do not apply to guests in the interior stateroom, and taxes, fees, port expenses and gratuities are additional each guest.

For more information about Holland America Line and the above promotions, contact a travel advisor or 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 enhancing health and safety protocols and how they may impact future cruises. Our actual offerings may vary from what is displayed or described in marketing materials. Review our current Cruise Updates, Health & Safety Protocols and CDC Travel Advisories.

CONTACT:

Erik Elvejord

PHONE:

800-637-5029, 206-626-9890

EMAIL:     

pr@hollandamerica.com

 

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Hyundai of Mankato Brings Holiday Savings with 0% Financing Offers

MANKATO, Minn., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Hyundai of Mankato is offering year-end savings that will fit the bill for shoppers looking to get behind the wheel of a new vehicle this December. From now through Jan. 4 individuals may be eligible to finance a new 2020 or 2021 Hyundai vehicle with a 0% APR (Annual Percentage Rate).

This 0% APR offer is available on select members of the 2020 and 2021 Hyundia model lineup….

MANKATO, Minn., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Hyundai of Mankato is offering year-end savings that will fit the bill for shoppers looking to get behind the wheel of a new vehicle this December. From now through Jan. 4 individuals may be eligible to finance a new 2020 or 2021 Hyundai vehicle with a 0% APR (Annual Percentage Rate).

This 0% APR offer is available on select members of the 2020 and 2021 Hyundia model lineup. Qualifying customers may be able to finance a new 2021 Hyundai Venue SEL with a 0% APR for 60 months or a new 2021 Hyundai Accent with a 0% APR for 48 months.

Customers searching for a new family-friendly Hyundai SUV may be considering a new five-passenger 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe. Select 2020 Santa Fe SE, SEL and Limited models may be financed for 72 months with a 0% APR. Select 2021 Hyundai Kona, Sonata and Tucson models are also taking part in this 0% APR offer.

Shoppers looking to get behind the wheel of a new Hyundai vehicle can take advantage of this offer up until Jan. 4. The no-interest financing offer is available for qualifying buyers and customer credit is subject to approval by Hyundai Motor Finance.

Anyone can view the lineup of available Hyundai vehicles at Hyundai of Mankato by visiting the dealership’s website, hyundaiofmankato.com. Hyundai of Mankato is located at 1281 Raintree Rd, Mankato, MN 56001 and is open six days a week. The dealership’s sales department hours are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Fridays and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Individuals with specific inquiries are encouraged to contact a member of the Hyundai of Mankato team directly by calling 507-550-1175.

Media Contact

Nick Degnan, Hyundai of Mankato, 507-550-1175, ndegnan@kiaofmankato.com

 

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Hillsboro Aero Academy Earns Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) Approval for Commercial Flight Training

HILLSBORO, Ore., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Hillsboro Aero Academy, a U.S.-based leading provider of helicopter and airplane pilot career training, announced today that it had received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) to conduct professional airplane pilot training in accordance with CAAV regulations. The approval opens up new opportunities for HAA to welcome Vietnamese students to its Oregon-based flight…

HILLSBORO, Ore., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Hillsboro Aero Academy, a U.S.-based leading provider of helicopter and airplane pilot career training, announced today that it had received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) to conduct professional airplane pilot training in accordance with CAAV regulations. The approval opens up new opportunities for HAA to welcome Vietnamese students to its Oregon-based flight academy campuses through partnerships with Vietnamese commercial airline carriers.

The CAAV certification adds to Hillsboro Aero Academy’s significant market presence in the APAC region. The company already holds CAAC (Civil Aviation Authority of China) certification and conducts commercial pilot training on behalf of Air China, China Eastern, Shandong Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines. The company also conducts pilot training for Korean Air and attracts many students from Japan.

HAA’s program appeals to international airlines and individual students because of its long reputation and positive word-of-mouth, its favorable cost, and its F-1 visa program, which allows students to earn flight hours in the U.S. for up to 23 months under the F-1 visa’s Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) rules.

The approval comes after an extensive vetting process to ensure that the Hillsboro Aero Academy program meets CAAV’s standards for safety, training curriculum, and equipment. The company is underway on partnership approvals with two Vietnamese airlines, with more expected in the months ahead.

 «We are delighted to have received CAAV approval, as it reinforces our status as the flight school of choice for international students from the APAC region,» said Natalia Cimpean, CEO of Hillsboro Aero Academy. «We look forward to earning the trust of Vietnamese airlines in training their cadets for years to come.»

Hillsboro Aero Academy will welcome its first group of Vietnamese cadets in Q1 2021.

About Hillsboro Aero Academy
Since 1980, the mission of Hillsboro Aero Academy has been to deliver the finest airplane and helicopter training in the sky. Thousands of professional aviators from 75+ countries have chosen us to fulfill their dream of a career in flight. HAA delivers an extended visa option for international students, an industry-leading reputation, the industry’s top safety certification, and one of the world’s most diverse flight environments. 

Media Contact:
Eric Anderson
Hillsboro Aero Academy
261532@email4pr.com
503.803.5904

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ShopSmartAutos Teams Up With Cox Media To Launch New Consumer Show Thousands of consumers find their vehicles online with ShopSmartAutos.com every month

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — ShopSmartAutos Teams Up With Cox Media To Launch New Consumer Show

Thousands of consumers find their vehicles online with ShopSmartAutos.com every month. Consumers enjoy a seamless flow from finding the car they are looking for from an inventory of over 6 million vehicles that represent the entire country. Now ShopSmartAuto’s Founder and CTO, Richie Bello premieres What Drives You on all Cox Media stations…

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — ShopSmartAutos Teams Up With Cox Media To Launch New Consumer Show

Thousands of consumers find their vehicles online with ShopSmartAutos.com every month. Consumers enjoy a seamless flow from finding the car they are looking for from an inventory of over 6 million vehicles that represent the entire country. Now ShopSmartAuto’s Founder and CTO, Richie Bello premieres What Drives You on all Cox Media stations nationwide, where his 35 years in the automotive industry and recognition as a consumer advocate will help consumers make a better choice when buying, selling, and maintaining their vehicles.

«The timing for What Drive You is perfect, as we believe more and more consumers rely on digital to find their new or pre-owned car, truck or van,» said ShopSmartAutos.com founder, Richie Bello. «Having partnered with Cox Media to reach all of their 4.1 million households we can bring their viewers the information they need to make an educated decision when looking to buy, sell, trade or warranty their vehicles. Bello continued: » Prior to COVID 19, the Country was already running to online shopping solutions. Consumers were spending 85% of their car shopping online before going to a dealer. ShopSmartAutos looks to provide all the tools necessary to help consumers make the decision to buy and help them connect to the right dealer – right online.» ShopSmartAutos is sponsoring What Drives You which airs 4x weekly in all Cox Media markets. Bello’s co-host Arthur Early is a 20-year automotive veteran that looks at the consumer, but his experience from the dealer side, promises to provide a good perspective on many of the dealer/driver issues. Bello was further honored when Cox offered What Drives You a segment on Driven, the well-loved show for auto enthusiasts where Early will share a tip that is universal for all drivers.

ShopSmartAutos.com has developed its search engine to accommodate more than 6 million vehicles, allowing consumers to find their car locally, as well as nationally. The organization has connected with national delivery systems to make the shopping experience as easy as getting an airline ticket online. «The only difference is instead of the consumer driving to the airport to get on that plane, the car buyer can either go to the dealership or stay home and receive their new or pre-owned car, truck, or van right in their driveway,» added Bello.

What Drives You program premieres January 2021.

About ShopSmartAutos.com

ShopSmartAutos.com is an automotive search engine that provides consumers access to over 6 million vehicles in one location. ShopSmartAutos.com helps consumers find the vehicle they are looking for and drives them to the dealer to deliver the vehicle.

What Drives You sponsored by ShopSmartAutos looks to make buying, selling, owning, and using cars easier for everyone. Cox Media is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., a privately-owned, Atlanta-based company with revenues of $21 billion.

ShopSmartAutos.com media contact

Jeanne Fontana /CMO

631-521-4670

Media Contact

Richie Bello, RBBP Marketing, Ltd, +1 6315789018, richie@shopsmartautos.com

Jeanne Fontana, RBBP Marketing, Ltd, 6315214670, jeanne@shopsmartautos.com

Twitter, Facebook

 

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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Completes Rollout of Mobile Check-in and Checkout to Nearly 6,000 Hotels in North America

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across 90 countries, today announced it has completed the rollout of mobile check-in and checkout to nearly 6,000 economy and midscale hotels in North America.

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across 90 countries, today announced it has completed the rollout of mobile check-in and checkout to nearly 6,000 economy and midscale hotels in North America.

The major milestone, which comes just months after Wyndham first announced the initiative, makes Wyndham the first major hotel company to offer mobile check-in and checkout at scale across the economy and midscale segments. 

«This is a pivotal moment for Wyndham and our re-imagined mobile app, which arrived at a critical time amid the pandemic,» said Jessica Davidson, senior vice president, Digital, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. «Today’s travelers expect streamlined, low-contact experiences and are seeking established brands that can deliver. With this app, we’re giving our guests yet another reason to book direct with Wyndham.»

Wyndham first announced its new mobile app in late September and has seen sizable growth in downloads and engagement since launch. Ratings have also increased to 4.6 out of 5 in the Apple App store and 4.7 out of 5 in the Google Play store. In addition to mobile check-in and checkout, the app offers innovative in-stay features, best-in-class design, personalized experiences, Wyndham Rewards® account management, gamification and more. Users can also take advantage of unique features like Lightning Book®, which makes it easy to book the nearest Wyndham hotel for the night in as a few as three taps.

Wyndham’s new mobile app is available for iOS and Android devices in the Apple App and Google Play stores. Combined with the recent launch of a new customer data platform, the app builds upon the foundation of a broader, multi-year digital transformation at Wyndham, which in recent months has enabled the Company to quickly stand up new tools and offerings to help drive more business to its franchisees—particularly from everyday business travelers, such as construction workers, utility workers, truckers and more. To learn more about the mobile app, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com/app.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with approximately 9,000 hotels across approximately 90 countries on six continents. Through its network of 804,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers 85 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

About Wyndham Rewards
Recently named the number one hotel rewards program by readers of USA TODAY, Wyndham Rewards® is the world’s most generous rewards program with more than 30,000 hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide. Designed for the everyday traveler, members earn a guaranteed 1,000 points with every qualified stay and may redeem points for a wide-range of rewards, including free nights at any of approximately 9,000 hotels or thousands of vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally through affiliation with Wyndham Destinations (NYSE: WYND) and others. Wyndham Rewards has 85 million enrolled members around the globe. Join for free today at www.wyndhamrewards.com. You’ve earned this.®

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Alaska Airlines adds more ‘sun and fun’ destinations from Anchorage

SEATTLE, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Alaska Airlines continues to strengthen its presence at one of the airline’s key hubs in Anchorage with new nonstop service to three «sun and fun» destinations – Las Vegas, Denver and San Francisco – and the expansion to year-round service to a popular fourth destination, Phoenix.

SEATTLE, Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Alaska Airlines continues to strengthen its presence at one of the airline’s key hubs in Anchorage with new nonstop service to three «sun and fun» destinations – Las Vegas, Denver and San Francisco – and the expansion to year-round service to a popular fourth destination, Phoenix.

Come this summer, Alaska will fly eight nonstops from Anchorage to these destinations in the Lower 48: Chicago O’Hare, Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Phoenix and Portland. Four of the cities on the West Coast are also Alaska hubs, which allow for improved connectivity for guests traveling to other locations.

The newly announced routes will connect Anchorage to more places that offer warm sunshine, big city vibes and the sky’s the limit on what to do. New service to Las Vegas, Denver and San Francisco begins this summer; the Las Vegas flight will be offered year-round with seasonal flights to Denver and San Francisco. The current seasonal flight between Anchorage and Phoenix will now fly year-round.

The Anchorage–San Francisco flight – first announced in August 2019 – was scheduled to start in April 2020, but it was delayed due to the pandemic.

Tickets for the new routes are now on sale at alaskaair.com.

«The demand for leisure travel in 2021 is beginning to return as our guests look ahead, and we’re offering even more nonstops to take Alaskans to the places they want to go,» said Marilyn Romano, Alaska Airlines’ regional vice president. «We believe our guests will love the convenient nonstops to Vegas, Denver and San Francisco, in addition to our daily nonstop flight to Phoenix that’s now set to fly year-round.»

Start Date

End Date

City Pair

Frequency

Aircraft

 May 20, 2021

Year-round

Anchorage – Las Vegas

Th, F, Sa, Su

737

June 17, 2021

Aug. 16, 2021

Anchorage – Denver

Daily

737

June 17, 2021

Aug. 16, 2021

Anchorage – San Francisco

Daily

737

Year-round

Year-round

Anchorage – Phoenix

Daily

737

In addition to Alaska’s continuing commitment to service at Anchorage, the airline partners with non-profit organizations throughout the state focused on helping those impacted by the pandemic. Alaska Airlines and Alaska Air Cargo are currently supporting residents across the state by transporting COVID-19 vaccines, including to some of the most remote communities in the U.S.

«More than 1,800 Alaska Airlines employees call Alaska home, making our connections to the communities we serve here very personal. We’re here in good times and in difficult times,» said Romano. «We’re honored to play our role to make sure this life-saving vaccine gets to the people who need it most as quickly and safely as possible.»

About Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines and its regional partners serve more than 115 destinations across the United States and North America. The airline provides essential air service for our guests along with moving crucial cargo shipments, while emphasizing Next-Level Care. Alaska is known for low fares, award-winning customer service and sustainability efforts. Guests can earn and redeem miles on flights to more than 800 destinations worldwide with Alaska and its Global Partners. On March 31, 2021, Alaska will officially become a member of the oneworld global alliance. Learn more about Alaska at newsroom.alaskaair.com and blog.alaskaair.com. Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK).

 

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