FanDuel Group Launches Global Sportsbook Platform Powered by Scientific Games’ OpenSports™ Technology in West Virginia

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) («Scientific Games» or the «Company») has partnered with FanDuel Group, a Flutter Entertainment subsidiary, marking the U.S. operator’s first online sportsbook launch in West Virginia with…

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) («Scientific Games» or the «Company») has partnered with FanDuel Group, a Flutter Entertainment subsidiary, marking the U.S. operator’s first online sportsbook launch in West Virginia with the Company’s world-class sports betting engine. 

While the online FanDuel Sportsbook has been live in West Virginia since 2019, FanDuel Group debuted its new global sportsbook solution developed in partnership with Scientific Games, utilizing the OpenBet betting engine from the Company’s OpenSports platform.

Going live with FanDuel Group in West Virginia marks the next chapter of Scientific Games’ long-standing sports betting partnership, which stretches over 20 years, with Flutter Entertainment.

Alongside FanDuel, OpenBet is a key component powering Flutter Entertainment’s global sports betting platform for iconic brands like Betfair, Sky Bet and Paddy Power in Europe and Sportsbet in Australia.

«We are excited to roll out our next generation sportsbook technology throughout the United States, starting with West Virginia,» said Matt King, CEO of FanDuel Group. «Our global sports betting platform will offer customers an unrivaled betting experience and will cement FanDuel’s place as America’s number one sportsbook.»  

Jordan Levin, Group CEO, Digital at Scientific Games, said, «Going live with FanDuel’s new sportsbook is a truly landmark moment in our rich history of servicing Flutter Entertainment brands. Utilizing OpenSports technology is a game changer for FanDuel and will introduce a new way of betting for its customers. Our dedicated team has been extremely agile and flexible, providing the operator with excellent service in West Virginia

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Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) is a world leader in entertainment offering dynamic games, systems and services for casino, lottery, social gaming, online gaming and sports betting. Scientific Games offers the gaming industry’s broadest and most integrated portfolio of game content, advanced systems, cutting-edge platforms and professional services. Committed to responsible gaming, Scientific Games delivers what customers and players value most: trusted security, engaging entertainment content, operating efficiencies and innovative technology. For more information, please visit scientificgames.com.

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Alfa Romeo Announces 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — 

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  • Handcrafted in Modena, Italy, the 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo honors the 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, the brand’s legendary mid-engine sports car
  • Inspired by the original, the limited-edition 4C features exclusive Rosso Villa d’Este tri-coat paint, gray-gold 5-hole alloy wheels and black-and-tobacco interior
  • In a first for 4C Spider, the 33 Stradale Tributo utilizes a red-finish carbon-fiber monocoque
  • Designed under the direction of Centro Stile Alfa Romeo, the 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo comes with commemorative badging, plaques and book
  • Available at select dealers, the 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo pricing starts at $79,995 U.S. MSRP, excluding destination

Alfa Romeo today unveiled the 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo, inspired by the 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, the brand’s legendary mid-engine sports car. Only 33 units of this limited-edition 4C Spider will be produced for North America. 

«Since its introduction in 2014, the 4C has been a halo vehicle for Alfa Romeo, exciting enthusiasts around the world and spearheading the relaunch of the brand in North America,» said Tim Kuniskis, Global Head of Alfa Romeo. «The 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo is an instant Alfa Romeo classic that passes the torch to the next generation of iconic Alfa Romeo vehicles, including the upcoming Tonale PHEV crossover that will start production next year.»  

The 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo comes exclusively in Rosso Villa d’Este tri-coat exterior color, with gray-gold 5-hole alloy wheels (18-inch front/19-inch rear) and composite sport seats covered in black Dinamica® suede and tobacco leather. Prominently displayed in the cockpit, the 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo features dedicated plaques on the dash, side sills and center console, the last of which is progressively numbered. Customers also get treated to a matching, numbered book designed by Centro Stile (Design Center) that chronicles the 4C’s design concept, technology, materials and Modena assembly facility as well as the history of the 33 Stradale.

The 4C’s racing pedigree is evident in its state-of-the-art Formula One-inspired carbon fiber monocoque chassis, presented for the first time in a red transparent finish. Further, much of the 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo’s equipment, previously optional, comes standard, including an Akrapovic dual-mode center-mounted exhaust, race-tuned suspension, bi-xenon headlamps, battery charger, car cover, suede/leather seats and carbon fiber halo, rear wing and Italian flag mirror caps. A similarly specified 4C Spider would carry an MSRP of thousands more. Completing the refined exterior treatment are new «Centro Stile Alfa Romeo» badges and available piano-black front air intake and rear diffuser.

The 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo’s advanced technologies include a 6-speed Alfa twin-clutch transmission and all-aluminum 1750cc turbocharged engine with direct-injection, dual intercoolers and variable-valve timing, producing 237 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque. Weighing less than 2,500 pounds, the 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo delivers an impressive power-to-weight ratio of 10.4 lb/hp, and achieves 0-60 mph in 4.1 seconds and a top speed of 160 mph. The 2020 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo marks the final production run of the 4C Spider for North America.

Customers interested in learning more or reserving a 4C Spider 33 Stradale Tributo can contact sales@alfaromeo.com. 

The 33 Stradale
The 1967 33 Stradale is an iconic Alfa Romeo that made its public debut at the Monza circuit on August 31, 1967, on the eve of the 1967 Formula One Italian Grand Prix.

Italian for «road-going,» and boasting a top speed of 162 mph, the 33 Stradale was a hand-built Franco Scaglione-penned mid-engine exotic based on the Tipo 33 race car that won its class at the 1968 24 Hours of Daytona. To this day it represents a singular blend of leading-edge technology, racing mechanics and inspirational design, a fitting forebear to the 4C Spider. Only 18 chassis were ever produced, with most completed cars painted in Alfa’s signature red, with gray-gold wheels and black-and-tobacco interior.

Alfa Romeo
Celebrating 110 years of heritage, Alfa Romeo has designed and crafted some of the most stylish and sporty cars in automotive history. That tradition lives on today as Alfa Romeo continues to take a unique and innovative approach to designing automobiles. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio sets a new benchmark in performance, style and technology in an SUV. The award-winning Alfa Romeo Giulia delivers race-inspired performance, advanced technologies and an exhilarating driving experience to the premium midsize sedan segment. The Giulia Quadrifoglio and the Stelvio Quadrifoglio feature Alfa Romeo’s most powerful production engine ever with unsurpassed 0-60 mph times of 3.8 and 3.6 seconds, respectively. Rounding out Alfa Romeo’s world-class lineup is the handcrafted Alfa Romeo 4C Spider. Alfa Romeo is part of the portfolio of brands offered by global automaker Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. For more information regarding FCA (NYSE: FCAU/ MTA: FCA), please visit www.fcagroup.com

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World Market Outlook for the Casinos & Gambling Industry 2020-2023

DUBLIN, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The «Analyzing the Global Casinos & Gambling Industry 2020» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

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The global gambling industry has been severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. In the United States, the biggest gambling market globally, many states had to order temporary closure of the land casinos. Other countries also ordered the closure of the casinos to avoid the spread of the virus. The closure of the casinos and sportsbooks is going to have a massive impact on the industry. However, online gambling players like BetWinner have been offering their services and enjoying good fortunes even during this global health crisis. In fact, many online gambling sites have reported enjoying greater rates of engagement than ever before.

While online gambling always played an essential role in the global gambling industry, it is now expected that online gambling growth will be significantly greater than the land casino sector.

Gambling shares on the global stock markets have also witnessed a sharp decline. Due to this, several gambling companies like William Hill, VGC Holding, and The Stars Group have issued statements regarding the potential effect of the pandemic on their gambling/casino operations.

While the last decade has witnessed the shifting of the casinos and gaming center from Las Vegas and Atlantic City to Macau in China, there is no doubt that the gambling industry has taken a significant hit during the pandemic and it is likely to impact the performance of this industry in the coming decade.

Starting with an industry overview, the report analyzes the growth of the global casinos and gambling industry through an industry value analysis, a look at industry segmentation follows through categories and regions and a regulatory framework analysis. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global casinos and gambling industry is also looked at.

A Porter’s Five Forces Strategy Analysis of the global casinos and gambling industry is included in the report. The Porter’s analysis of the industry analyzes the industry through the bargaining power of buyers and suppliers, the competitive rivalry in the industry, threat of new entrants to the industry and the threat of substitutes to the industry.

An analysis of the major regions of the global casinos and gambling industry is carried out on the casinos and gambling industries in Asia Pacific, Europe, North America and South America. The markets in these regions are analyzed through industry statistics, industry growth analysis by value, industry segmentation and an industry forecast. Industry data is analyzed for the years 2014 to 2023.

Moving on to the analysis of the global online gambling industry, the industry is analyzed through an industry overview, industry growth analysis through value, industry revenue growth, industry segmentation, an analysis of the major products and services of the industry and an analysis of the major online gambling markets.

The major markets analyzed include Europe, France, United Kingdom and North America. The publisher also analyzes trends in the global online gambling industry, market share analysis, industry competition and a forecast for the industry till 2023.

A Porter’s Five Forces Strategy Analysis of the Global Online Gambling Industry follows next. The analysis looks at the bargaining power of buyers and suppliers in the global online gambling industry, competitive rivalry in the industry and the threat of new entrants and substitutes to the industry.

An analysis of the factors impacting the global casinos and gambling industry looks at the impact of mergers and acquisitions on the industry, the impact of regulations, factors driving market demand, international trade and impact, industry costs, increasing globalization in the industry and the high barriers to industry entry.

A section is also dedicated to the growing market of online/mobile gambling versus traditional forms of gambling.  A forecast of the global casinos and gambling industry till 2023 is included. The report also includes a coverage of the 10 biggest casinos in the world such as The Venetian Macao, the City of Dreams Casino, Casino Lisboa, and others.

Key Topics Covered:

A. Executive Summary

B. Industry Definition

C. Global Casinos & Gambling Industry

D. Global Casinos & Gambling Industry: Porter’s Five Forces Strategy Analysis

E. Global Casinos & Gambling Industry: Analysis of Major Regions

F. Global Online Gambling Industry

G. Global Online Gambling Industry: Porter’s Five Forces Strategy Analysis

H. Factors Impacting the Industry

I. Online/Mobile Gambling versus Traditional Gambling

J. Global Casinos & Gambling Industry: Analysis of Major Markets

K. Global Casinos & Gambling Industry: Future Perspective

L. Major Industry Players

M. Analysis of the 10 Biggest Casinos in the World

N. Glossary of Terms

Companies Mentioned

  • ALH Group Pty Ltd
  • Aristocrat Leisure Limited
  • Caesars Entertainment Corporation
  • Caixa Economica Federal
  • Camelot Group
  • China LotSynergy Holdings Limited
  • CIRSA Gaming Corporation SA
  • Codere S.A.
  • Crown Resorts Limited
  • Florida State Lottery
  • Flutter Entertainment Plc
  • Gala Coral Group Limited
  • Galaxy Entertainment Group Limited
  • Gamehost Inc.
  • Great Canadian Gaming Corporation
  • Groupe FDJ
  • Groupe Lucien Barriere SAS
  • Groupe Partouche SA
  • GVC Holdings Plc
  • Kindred Group
  • Ladbrokes Coral Group Plc
  • Las Vegas Sands Corporation
  • Loteria Nacional Sociedad del Estado
  • Maruhan Corporation
  • MGM Resorts International
  • mybet Holding SE
  • New York State Lottery
  • Novamedia Holding B.V.
  • ODS Oddset Deutschland Sportwetten GmbH
  • Olympic Entertainment Group AS
  • Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation
  • Pari Mutuel Urbain (PMU)
  • Rank Group Plc
  • Ritzio International
  • Saarland-Spielbank Gmbh
  • SJM Holdings Limited
  • Tatts Group Limited/ Tabcorp Holdings Limited
  • Totalizator Sportowy Sp. z o.o.
  • William Hill Plc

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New Altitude Trampoline Park Serving Orlando and Kissimmee Announces Grand Opening Event on 1/16/2021

KISSIMMEE, Fla., Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The new Altitude Trampoline Park serving the greater Kissimmee/Orlando area has announced a Grand Opening event on Saturday, January 16, 2021.

The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live entertainment, prizes and giveaways, games, and more. Guests also will be among the first to see Kissimmee’s newest…

KISSIMMEE, Fla., Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The new Altitude Trampoline Park serving the greater Kissimmee/Orlando area has announced a Grand Opening event on Saturday, January 16, 2021.

The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live entertainment, prizes and giveaways, games, and more. Guests also will be among the first to see Kissimmee’s newest trampoline park.

«It’s an absolute flagship park with the latest in trampoline attractions including interactive trampoline gaming systems,» said Altitude Kissimmee Partner Brantley Smith.

With more than 35,000 square feet of fun, Altitude Kissimmee offers active entertainment and socially-distanced activities for toddlers, kids, teens, and adults of all ages.

A dodgeball court, basketball hoops, and wipeout attraction (all positioned over trampolines) are just a few of the available attractions at Altitude Kissimmee. The park also features a high-flying zip line and ropes course for adventure-seekers of all ages.

Perhaps the most thrilling components, however, are the ninja course and the state-of-the-art augmented reality trampoline games.

«We’ve spent a long time making sure we pack as much fun and challenge into our ninja course,» added Grady Hinchman, managing partner at Altitude Kissimmee. «Between that, the Valo Jump augmented reality games, and the reaction wall, there are tons of ways to stay active while letting your kids enjoy themselves safely.»

With its direct proximity to Disney and other Orlando attractions, Altitude Kissimmee is a perfect stop for both local families and visitors. The park emphasizes guest safety and has implemented an intense cleanliness certification program – the C3 Certification program – that is executed by highly trained staff members.

«We have extensive cleaning protocols before, during, and after hours, and we take everyone’s health and safety very seriously,» said Smith. «We want Altitude Kissimmee to be a place where parents can bring their kids to let out all their energy in a safe and clean environment.»

Local organizations and residents also will find that Altitude Kissimmee offers birthday packages and spaces for church gatherings, family get-togethers, and school group outings. Rain or shine, Altitude Kissimmee offers healthy, athletic fun for kids and adults.

«Families can spend hours here just exploring all the different trampolines, games, and other attractions,» said Hinchman. «No matter what age or ability, we know our guests are going to have a blast here.»

About the park: Altitude Kissimmee is the newest indoor adventure attraction in the greater Orlando area. Featuring 35,000 feet of trampolines, zip lines, and other challenges, it offers safe, active fun for kids and adults of all ages. To learn more about the park, visit https://www.altitudetrampolinepark.com/locations/kissimmee.

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Eddie Childs, Altitude Trampoline Park, Kissimmee, +1 (678) 575-6636, pr@altitudekissimmee.com

 

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Frederick Balloon Co. is Lifting Community Spirits with Balloons

FREDERICK, Md., Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Caity Byrne, award winning balloon artist and owner of Frederick Balloon Co., has launched a campaign to «Sponsor Some Cheer» for first responders, front line workers, and community members most affected by the pandemic.

The holidays have traditionally been a time to show extra appreciation to those who serve the community; and to give special attention to residents in long term care facilities. Social contact restrictions have taken away the…

FREDERICK, Md., Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Caity Byrne, award winning balloon artist and owner of Frederick Balloon Co., has launched a campaign to «Sponsor Some Cheer» for first responders, front line workers, and community members most affected by the pandemic.

The holidays have traditionally been a time to show extra appreciation to those who serve the community; and to give special attention to residents in long term care facilities. Social contact restrictions have taken away the option of sharing homemade goodies and gifts, but there’s a creative solution – Send them balloons!

Byrne runs a balloon décor business based in Frederick, Maryland. She and her staff have designed a collection of stunning helium bouquets for safe, contact free delivery to healthcare professionals, Fire/EMS, police, and those in nursing homes with limited or no visitors.

«I worked in the Frederick Memorial Hospital s Emergency Department for several years. The frontline heroes of this community are not faceless. I have literally shared blood, sweat, and tears with many of these amazing people. I’ve taken care of the elderly. Finding a way to thank and honor them was a no brainer,» says Byrne.

Byrne, who has been a Certified Balloon Artist since 2013, has over a decade of experience in large scale balloon installations, including two White House events. She has also taught at numerous industry conventions.

«This pandemic has taken its toll on everyone. My small business was hit particularly hard, and we aren’t able to donate balloons as we normally would this time of year. ‘Sponsor Some Cheer’ felt like a way my Frederick neighbors can support a small business while honoring our most valiant, and most fragile community members.»

The «Sponsor Some Cheer» initiative will last through the end of December. Deliveries are made on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Senders may choose to enclose a positive message or send anonymously at http://www.FrederickBalloons.com/cheer

About Caity Byrne and Frederick Balloon Co.

Caity discovered her passion for decorating events with balloons nearly a decade ago, when she founded Beltway Balloons, a regional supplier serving corporations, nonprofits, associations and government agencies throughout the Greater Washington, DC, area.

Since that time, she’s earned professional certification and training in balloon architecture, materials, manufacturing, design, delivery, and display. She has been sponsored to teach other balloon professionals around the country.

You could say she’s passionate about balloons!

The Frederick Balloon Co. was launched because there was a pressing need in Frederick County for a balloon décor provider that’s serious about innovative and elegant experiences—the kind that deliver results. From bouquets to large-scale installations, Frederick Balloon Co is here for their community.

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Demand High As Regional Travel Vouchers Snapped Up

Demand High As Regional Travel Vouchers Snapped Up

Demand High As Regional Travel Vouchers Snapped Up

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Demand High As Regional Travel Vouchers Snapped Up

Demand High As Regional Travel Vouchers Snapped Up

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MELBOURNE, Vic., Australia, 14 December 2020 /PRNewswire Policy/ — Enthusiastic Victorians secured 30,000 vouchers for travel in regional Victoria in little more than half an hour today, in a win for summer holiday-makers, as well as businesses and workers around the state.

The $200 vouchers were taken up in just 31 minutes, bringing the total allocated in the first round of the Andrews Labor Government’s Regional Travel Voucher Scheme to 70,000.

The dedicated application platform welcomed a peak audience of 72,000 page views per minute as Victorians again demonstrated their desire to hit the road over the holidays.

The first round of vouchers can be claimed for travel until Friday, 22 January. For Victorian residents who have not yet secured a voucher, there will be further chances in coming months.

A further 40,000 vouchers will be released on 20 January for travel between 27 January and 1 April, and 40,000 more on 30 March for travel between 6 April and 31 May.

Successful applicants can redeem their voucher after completing their travel and providing proof they spent at least $400 on accommodation, experiences, tours or attractions in regional Victoria, the Yarra Ranges or the Mornington Peninsula.

Travellers must also spend at least two nights in paid accommodation as part of the voucher conditions.

The extra 30,000 vouchers were made available after many people experienced delays when the application landing page was forced offline for extended periods on Friday. The initial 40,000 allocation was exhausted by Friday night.

Any vouchers not presented for payment in the first and second rounds of the scheme will be added to the 30 March allocation.

Vouchers are limited to one per household. For more information, visit vic.gov.au/regional-travel-voucher-scheme.

Quotes attributable to Acting Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Jaclyn Symes

“After a tough year, these vouchers will help people travel who may not have otherwise had the means and allow others to stay longer in our beautiful coastal towns, High Country and everywhere in-between.”

“More visitors means more money in the tills of local businesses and more jobs for workers across the state as we gear up for a COVIDSafe summer and a very different 2021.”

SOURCE State of Victoria,Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events

MELBOURNE, Vic., Australia, 14 December 2020 /PRNewswire Policy/ — Enthusiastic Victorians secured 30,000 vouchers for travel in regional Victoria in little more than half an hour today, in a win for summer holiday-makers, as well as businesses and workers around the state.

The $200 vouchers were taken up in just 31 minutes, bringing the total allocated in the first round of the Andrews Labor Government’s Regional Travel Voucher Scheme to 70,000.

The dedicated application platform welcomed a peak audience of 72,000 page views per minute as Victorians again demonstrated their desire to hit the road over the holidays.

The first round of vouchers can be claimed for travel until Friday, 22 January. For Victorian residents who have not yet secured a voucher, there will be further chances in coming months.

A further 40,000 vouchers will be released on 20 January for travel between 27 January and 1 April, and 40,000 more on 30 March for travel between 6 April and 31 May.

Successful applicants can redeem their voucher after completing their travel and providing proof they spent at least $400 on accommodation, experiences, tours or attractions in regional Victoria, the Yarra Ranges or the Mornington Peninsula.

Travellers must also spend at least two nights in paid accommodation as part of the voucher conditions.

The extra 30,000 vouchers were made available after many people experienced delays when the application landing page was forced offline for extended periods on Friday. The initial 40,000 allocation was exhausted by Friday night.

Any vouchers not presented for payment in the first and second rounds of the scheme will be added to the 30 March allocation.

Vouchers are limited to one per household. For more information, visit vic.gov.au/regional-travel-voucher-scheme.

Quotes attributable to Acting Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Jaclyn Symes

“After a tough year, these vouchers will help people travel who may not have otherwise had the means and allow others to stay longer in our beautiful coastal towns, High Country and everywhere in-between.”

“More visitors means more money in the tills of local businesses and more jobs for workers across the state as we gear up for a COVIDSafe summer and a very different 2021.”

SOURCE State of Victoria,Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events

Automotive Balance Shaft Market is likely to experience deceleration in the near-term amid the COVID-19 pandemic – Persistence Market Research

NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The global automotive balance shaft market is experiencing steady acceleration on the back of increasing demand for improving fuel efficiency and acceleration in order to meet environmental sustainability goals set forth by governments, worldwide.

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NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The global automotive balance shaft market is experiencing steady acceleration on the back of increasing demand for improving fuel efficiency and acceleration in order to meet environmental sustainability goals set forth by governments, worldwide.

Persistence Market Research

In its expansive recent study, Persistence Market Research offers a comprehensive, yet, unbiased analysis of how the growth of the automotive balance shaft market is likely to unfold from 2020 to 2030.

Key Takeaways from Automotive Balance Shaft Market Study

  • Global automotive balance shaft market to expand steadily through 2030.
  • Asia Pacific to register impressive growth, pivoted primarily by the Indian and Chinese automotive industries.
  • Inline-4 cylinder engine-mounted automotive to register maximum balance shaft uptake.
  • Growth of automotive balance shaft market may be impeded in light of surging popularity of electric vehicles.
  • COVID-19 to usher in short-term deceleration in the public transport segment, owing to shortfalls in unit production.

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«Rising environmental concerns are prompting automotive manufacturers to introduce efficient fuel combustion technologies, including enhanced torque mechanisms, leading to enhanced balance shaft uptake,» infers a PMR analyst.

Global Sustainability Compliance Frameworks to Catalyze Growth

With countries signing the Climate Change Paris Agreement, the global community has inched one step closer toward meeting the below 2 degrees Celsius global average temperature increase, and eventually to a 1.5 degrees C increase. Imposition of strict emission guidelines have largely helped achieve this objective.

While the long-term impact is yet to be realized, countries are unceasingly strengthening their regional regulatory frameworks to achieve the stated goal. This requires automotive manufacturers to equip vehicles with efficient engines, thus leading to an uptake in advanced automotive balance shafts, which is aiding the growth of the automotive balance shaft market space.

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In 2016, the U.S EPA issued emission standards for light vehicles, requiring them to meet an estimated emission level of 250 grams CO2 per mile. Likewise, the European Union established fleet average emission targets of 95 grams CO2 per kilometer for passenger vehicles and 175 grams for LCVs.

Automotive Balance Shaft Market – Competitive Landscape

The global automotive balance shaft market is characterized by the presence of prominent vendors who rely on an amalgamation of various expansion and market consolidation strategies such as product launches, acquisitions, and collaborations.

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Prominent players profiled in PMR’s report include Otics Corporation, SHW AG, Ningbo Jingba Hardware Manufacture Co. Ltd., Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co. Ltd., Metaldyne LLC (American Axle & Manufacturing), Sansera Engineering, and TFO Corporation, among others.

·  In October 2020, Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co. Ltd. entered into a strategic alliance with Silicon Valley based Zimeno Inc. to develop compact autonomous EV tractors for agriculture. The objective is to provide solutions for addressing labor shortages and furthering crop safety.

·  Likewise, since November 2020, Metaldyne LCC (American Axle & Manufacturing) started supplying its EcoTrac® Disconnecting All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) for Chrysler’s new Pacifica minivan series. The system provides safety during hostile conditions such as cold temperatures, rough road conditions, and abrupt steering situations.

Explore More Valuable Insights on Automotive Balance Shaft Market

Persistence Market Research, in its new report, offers an impartial analysis of the global automotive balance shaft market, presenting historical data (2015-2019) and estimation statistics for the period of 2020-2030. The study offers compelling insights on the automotive balance shaft market based on manufacturing process (forged balance shafts and cast balance shafts), engine type (inline-3 cylinder engines, inline-4 cylinder engines, and inline-5 cylinder engines), and end use (commercial, industrial, defense, and others [government, retail, entertainment, and transportation]), across seven regions.

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Automotive Balance Shaft Market is likely to experience deceleration in the near-term amid the COVID-19 pandemic – Persistence Market Research

NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The global automotive balance shaft market is experiencing steady acceleration on the back of increasing demand for improving fuel efficiency and acceleration in order to meet environmental sustainability goals set forth by governments, worldwide.

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NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The global automotive balance shaft market is experiencing steady acceleration on the back of increasing demand for improving fuel efficiency and acceleration in order to meet environmental sustainability goals set forth by governments, worldwide.

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In its expansive recent study, Persistence Market Research offers a comprehensive, yet, unbiased analysis of how the growth of the automotive balance shaft market is likely to unfold from 2020 to 2030.

Key Takeaways from Automotive Balance Shaft Market Study

  • Global automotive balance shaft market to expand steadily through 2030.
  • Asia Pacific to register impressive growth, pivoted primarily by the Indian and Chinese automotive industries.
  • Inline-4 cylinder engine-mounted automotive to register maximum balance shaft uptake.
  • Growth of automotive balance shaft market may be impeded in light of surging popularity of electric vehicles.
  • COVID-19 to usher in short-term deceleration in the public transport segment, owing to shortfalls in unit production.

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«Rising environmental concerns are prompting automotive manufacturers to introduce efficient fuel combustion technologies, including enhanced torque mechanisms, leading to enhanced balance shaft uptake,» infers a PMR analyst.

Global Sustainability Compliance Frameworks to Catalyze Growth

With countries signing the Climate Change Paris Agreement, the global community has inched one step closer toward meeting the below 2 degrees Celsius global average temperature increase, and eventually to a 1.5 degrees C increase. Imposition of strict emission guidelines have largely helped achieve this objective.

While the long-term impact is yet to be realized, countries are unceasingly strengthening their regional regulatory frameworks to achieve the stated goal. This requires automotive manufacturers to equip vehicles with efficient engines, thus leading to an uptake in advanced automotive balance shafts, which is aiding the growth of the automotive balance shaft market space.

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In 2016, the U.S EPA issued emission standards for light vehicles, requiring them to meet an estimated emission level of 250 grams CO2 per mile. Likewise, the European Union established fleet average emission targets of 95 grams CO2 per kilometer for passenger vehicles and 175 grams for LCVs.

Automotive Balance Shaft Market – Competitive Landscape

The global automotive balance shaft market is characterized by the presence of prominent vendors who rely on an amalgamation of various expansion and market consolidation strategies such as product launches, acquisitions, and collaborations.

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Prominent players profiled in PMR’s report include Otics Corporation, SHW AG, Ningbo Jingba Hardware Manufacture Co. Ltd., Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co. Ltd., Metaldyne LLC (American Axle & Manufacturing), Sansera Engineering, and TFO Corporation, among others.

·  In October 2020, Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co. Ltd. entered into a strategic alliance with Silicon Valley based Zimeno Inc. to develop compact autonomous EV tractors for agriculture. The objective is to provide solutions for addressing labor shortages and furthering crop safety.

·  Likewise, since November 2020, Metaldyne LCC (American Axle & Manufacturing) started supplying its EcoTrac® Disconnecting All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) for Chrysler’s new Pacifica minivan series. The system provides safety during hostile conditions such as cold temperatures, rough road conditions, and abrupt steering situations.

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Persistence Market Research, in its new report, offers an impartial analysis of the global automotive balance shaft market, presenting historical data (2015-2019) and estimation statistics for the period of 2020-2030. The study offers compelling insights on the automotive balance shaft market based on manufacturing process (forged balance shafts and cast balance shafts), engine type (inline-3 cylinder engines, inline-4 cylinder engines, and inline-5 cylinder engines), and end use (commercial, industrial, defense, and others [government, retail, entertainment, and transportation]), across seven regions.

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Vault Micro’s Automotive Diagnostics Solution Passed Functional Safety Examination of ISO 26262

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Vault Micro has announced that its automotive IP-based diagnostic software, VCS DoIP/UDS passed the functional safety process examination of ISO 26262 (ASIL B), the international standard for functional safety in automobiles from the Korea Association of Process Assessment (KAPA).

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SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Vault Micro has announced that its automotive IP-based diagnostic software, VCS DoIP/UDS passed the functional safety process examination of ISO 26262 (ASIL B), the international standard for functional safety in automobiles from the Korea Association of Process Assessment (KAPA).

ISO 26262(ASIL B) is an international standard for automotive functional safety established by ISO in 2011. As the demand for the safety performance of automobiles was increasing in the global market, it was designed to prevent accidents caused by malfunction of electric and electronic systems installed in vehicles. ASIL refers to Automotive Safety Integrity Level. It is a risk classification system for the functional safety of road vehicles and is measured based on three variables: severity, risk exposure, and controllability.

The functional safety audit is to evaluate the development process of software for the safety functions of vehicles. It ensures that the software has been developed following the standards required by ISO 26262. Passing the assessment is one of the bases for ISO 26262 certification. Through this, Vault Micro paved the way for supplying precision diagnostics software to the devices related to various vehicle safety functions of global automobile companies.

With the recent rapid increase in communication data throughput in vehicles, automobile manufacturers are adopting Ethernet as a communication standard for automobiles. Accordingly, the need for Ethernet-based standard DoIP(Diagnostics over Internet Protocol) and UDS(Unified Diagnostic Services) complying with vehicle diagnostic standards ISO 13400 and ISO 14229 has increased. Vault Micro has already released an IP-based VCS DoIP/UDS diagnostic software stack in 2018 and has a reference applied to infotainment devices that require a large amount of firmware or data update.

Vault Micro is a software company that provides a stable diagnostic solution based on their experience in developing device drivers and OS for IoT, mobile, automotive, and other embedded fields. The VCS DoIP/US software is known for its excellent compatibility with various POSIX-based OSs such as Linux, QNX, and Android. Furthermore, Vault Micro puts its ability to respond quickly to issues as its strength. The company explains that these are stepping stones for Vault Micro to expand its customers.

Seong-il Kim, Vault Micro CEO, said, «By passing ISO 26262 functional safety examination, Vault Micro expects to accelerate the acquisition of customers in the automotive digital cluster market. We will continue to expand our diagnostic software ranges by providing verification tools for DoIP/UDS stack and supporting the Adaptive AUTOSAR solution

  • About Vault Micro

Vault Micro, Inc.(https://vaultmicro.com/) is an IT company with world-class technical expertise in the field of device connectivity. Vault Micro’s solutions are stably provided in diverse ranges such as mobile communications, automobiles, and real-time broadcasting, where performance and stability are essential. Based on this experience, we are actively promoting automotive software solutions into the global market.

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Lion Electric Announces Successful Electric School Bus Vehicle-to-Grid Deployment with Con Edison in New York

Leading Medium and Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicle Manufacturer Showcases Bidirectional Charging Technology in New Video

MONTREAL, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ – The Lion Electric Company (Lion), an innovative manufacturer of purpose-built all-electric medium and heavy-duty urban vehicles, is pleased to announce that it has been successful in using its electric school buses to supply electricity back to Con Edison utility customers, as part of the company’s vehicle-to-grid (V2G) pilot…

Leading Medium and Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicle Manufacturer Showcases Bidirectional Charging Technology in New Video

MONTREAL, Dec. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ – The Lion Electric Company (Lion), an innovative manufacturer of purpose-built all-electric medium and heavy-duty urban vehicles, is pleased to announce that it has been successful in using its electric school buses to supply electricity back to Con Edison utility customers, as part of the company’s vehicle-to-grid (V2G) pilot deployment in White Plains, New York.

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The project, which began in 2018 in partnership among Lion, Nuvve, White Plains School District and National Express, is known by the company to be the first successful deployment in the state of New York of a vehicle-to-grid pilot, whereby electricity flows from electric school buses back to the grid – marking a significant milestone in advancing V2G technology in North America. As a result of the deployment, Con Edison is now able to successfully transmit energy from the LionC school buses of the White Plains School District back into the grid, which energy can then be distributed to customers aided by Nuvve’s V2G technology.

The success of this initial V2G pilot deployment is significant as it serves as an example of how school buses – which are ideal for V2G integration due to their daily use patterns and overnight storage – can be used to sell power back to the grid when demand for energy is high, saving operators money and contributing to the condition of the grid. As such, all of Lion’s buses and heavy-duty vehicles come equipped standard with V2G technology onboard, providing new ROI opportunities for its customers to unlock and realize. 

As governments around the globe pursue increasingly ambitious carbon neutrality goals based largely on renewable energy sources and zero-emission transportation, V2G integration becomes an increasingly important tool in balancing grids – especially when taking into account the high peak supply inherent to renewable energy sources.

«V2G has been a trendy word in the EV industry for many years, but now we have proven that V2G is real thanks to our great partners at Con Edison, Nuvve, White Plains School District and National Express. This great project is the result of exceptional teamwork and innovation between the partners,» said Marc-Andre Page, Vice President of Commercial Operations at Lion Electric. «This important milestone for V2G outlines the cooperation required between utilities, fleet operators, school districts and regulatory organizations to successfully implement a project of this scale. Lion is very proud of this first successful V2G deployment and is equipped to support the rollout of other similar projects throughout North America

The V2G charging and discharging takes place at a depot in North White Plains, where the buses remain plugged into a charger when not in use. The batteries are charged when demand for power is low, and the chargers are programmed to reverse the power flow into the grid at times when the buses are not in operation. By charging when demand and thus the price for electricity is low and discharging when demand is high, operators can save money on energy costs for their fleet.

The fleet of five LionC buses are operated for the school district by National Express, which also pays for the energy costs during the school year. Con Edison, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and National Express collaboratively contributed to the purchase of the electric bus fleet, while Lion aided in the project design.

«We think electric school buses may provide an opportunity to achieve two of our company’s goals, which are reducing carbon emissions, and maintaining our industry-leading reliability,» said Brian Ross, Con Edison’s manager for the project. «We are innovating to help our state and region achieve a clean energy future in which electric vehicles will have a big role.»

«Our V2G software platform is designed to deliver grid services such as those to Con Edison from electric school buses,» said Gregory Poilasne, chairman and CEO of Nuvve Corp. «The electric buses provide a cleaner environment for communities and help lower CO2 emissions while ensuring that driving energy needs are met every day.»

«Our operators are dedicated to enabling the success of school bus electrification and V2G for the White Plains School District, with safety and reliability remaining as our top priorities,» said Charlie Bruce, SVP of Business Development at National Express.

All of Lion’s vehicles are purpose-built for electric propulsion from the ground up, and are manufactured at Lion’s North American facility, which has a current capacity to produce 2,500 electric vehicles per year. Over the last decade, Lion has established itself as a leader in the all-electric school bus industry, having delivered over 300 all-electric school buses in North America with over 6 million miles driven since 2016. 

About Lion Electric

Lion Electric is an innovative manufacturer of zero-emission vehicles. The company creates, designs and manufactures all-electric class 5 to class 8 commercial urban trucks and all-electric buses and minibuses for the school, paratransit and mass transit segments. Lion is a North American leader in electric transportation and designs, builds and assembles all its vehicles’ components, including chassis, battery packs, truck cabins and bus bodies.  

Always actively seeking new and reliable technologies, Lion vehicles have unique features that are specifically adapted to its users and their everyday needs. Lion believes that transitioning to all-electric vehicles will lead to major improvements in our society, environment and overall quality of life.

Transaction with Northern Genesis

On November 30, 2020, Lion announced that it had entered into a business combination agreement and plan of reorganization pursuant to which, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lion will merge with Northern Genesis Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: NGA), a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company focused on a commitment to sustainability and strong alignment with environmental, social and governance principles. Upon completion of the transaction, Lion is expected to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the new ticker symbol «LEV».

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