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Dealer.com Launches New Advertising Product to Help Dealers Reach In-Market Shoppers Across Connected TV and Over-The-Top Video Channels

BURLINGTON, Vt., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Video consumption is at record levels, but reaching the right shopper is no longer as simple as securing a cable TV spot. As consumers tune-out of traditional TV and diversify where they watch, advertisers need the ability to precisely target in-market shoppers wherever they consume digital content. To give clients the access they need, Dealer.com announces Connected Video, a solution that uses advanced targeting and Cox Automotive data to reach…

BURLINGTON, Vt., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Video consumption is at record levels, but reaching the right shopper is no longer as simple as securing a cable TV spot. As consumers tune-out of traditional TV and diversify where they watch, advertisers need the ability to precisely target in-market shoppers wherever they consume digital content. To give clients the access they need, Dealer.com announces Connected Video, a solution that uses advanced targeting and Cox Automotive data to reach in-market shoppers watching connected television or over-the-top content providers across any device or network.  Leveraging these high-impact content providers with first-party audience intelligence only available through Cox Automotive, Dealer.com’s holistic advertising portfolio delivers optimal relevance along with transparent reporting across all devices and platforms.

Video is reshaping the car buying journey —13 billion videos are viewed each day on Facebook and YouTube combined.1 These proven channels only encompass part of video consumption. Dealer.com’s latest capabilities go beyond Facebook and YouTube, allowing dealers to efficiently target consumers consuming content on Connected TVs—those that are connected to the internet via SmartTVs or through devices like Roku or Apple TV—and over-the-top (OTT) content providers.

With its unique targeting and reporting advantages, Connected TV access complements current TV budgets, given the migration away from cable by consumers called «cord-cutting.» Seventy-four percent of 18-34-year-olds have never subscribed to cable, already cut the cord or are planning to.2

«It’s not just about being on the right video platform, it’s about targeting the shopper, not the device,» said Wayne Pastore, vice president and general manager of Dealer.com. «Our audience-first approach delivers high-quality scalable video content to an audience that is up to five-times more likely to purchase. This turns views into sales opportunities regardless of where they are browsing—multi-channel capabilities are a significant competitive advantage.»

Major benefits of Dealer.com’s holistic advertising portfolio includes:

  • Smarter investments across every platform. Capture existing demand and drive new interest in inventory and services.
  • Access to the most relevant shoppers. Campaigns leverage Cox Automotive business intelligence, targeting shoppers who have researched similar vehicles on Kelley Blue Book and Autotrader.
  • A portfolio that adjusts to your changing needs. Backed by digital marketing expertise and the proprietary Compass Advertising Intelligence engine, build an advertising portfolio that can pivot when necessary and focus on the set strategy.
  • Fraud protection. Industry-exclusive partnerships with White Ops and the Trustworthy Accountability Group (TAG) monitor and protect digital advertising investment from bots, artificial traffic, and ad fraud.

«We currently have a very successful and highly recognizable traditional video strategy in place across the six states of New England, going on five decades now,» said Guy Mitrano, director, Digital Operations, Subaru of New England. «Via our partnership with Dealer.com, we can now elevate that strategy through their expansive video ecosystem and exclusive data integrations. This allows us to continue to take our consistent marketing messaging to digitally target local New England shoppers we know have a propensity to purchase a new vehicle to be sure it’s a Subaru at one of the sixty-four retailer locations.»

To learn more, visit https://www.dealer.com/products/advertising/video/#connectedvideo.

About Dealer.com
Backed by unmatched expertise and unrivaled consumer behavior data, Dealer.com is the premier digital marketing solution for the automotive industry. Providing an integrated platform of Websites, Advertising, Digital Retailing and Managed Services, Dealer.com allows OEMs, dealer groups, retailers and agencies to leverage advanced digital technology, data and insights to deliver the shortest, fastest and most personalized path to customer engagement, delivering over 43M unique visitors monthly across 15,000 plus Dealer.com websites. The company practices a deep commitment to its culture of progress, with a focus on community, health, and wellness. Based in Burlington, Vermont, Dealer.com is a Cox Automotive brand. For more information, visit www.dealer.com.

About Cox Automotive
Cox Automotive Inc. makes buying, selling, owning and using cars easier for everyone. The global company’s 34,000-plus team members and family of brands, including Autotrader®, Clutch Technologies, Dealer.com®, Dealertrack®, Kelley Blue Book®, Manheim®, NextGear Capital®, VinSolutions®, vAuto® and Xtime®, are passionate about helping millions of car shoppers, 40,000 auto dealer clients across five continents and many others throughout the automotive industry thrive for generations to come. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., a privately-owned, Atlanta-based company with annual revenues of $21 billion. www.coxautoinc.com

1 Facebook statistics 2019, YouTube Statistics 2019
2 The Trade Desk 2020 TV Consumption Survey

 

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Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book Release All-New Monthly Best Deals Lists for Car Shoppers

ATLANTA and IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Choosing a good car is easier than ever but getting the best deal can be tricky. To provide consumers with the most recent information on the best car deals monthly, Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book are rolling out a variety of new lists—rounding up standouts and bringing them together in lists that help make car shopping easier. Purchasing a car can be a stressful process, and…

ATLANTA and IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Choosing a good car is easier than ever but getting the best deal can be tricky. To provide consumers with the most recent information on the best car deals monthly, Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book are rolling out a variety of new lists—rounding up standouts and bringing them together in lists that help make car shopping easier. Purchasing a car can be a stressful process, and trusted brands Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book are looking to alleviate any consumer uncertainty.

With the changing of the seasons comes a new batch of new and used car deals for the month. Now more than ever, it is essential to be informed when making large purchases, such as a vehicle. Not only do the latest lists from Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book highlight new types of deals to meet consumers’ specific needs and interests, but these resources will also be updated monthly to ensure they include the most up to date and accurate information.

A sample of the expanded coverage of top new and used car deals includes:

  • Best SUV Lease Deals Under $300
  • Best Truck Lease Deals
  • Best Used SUV Deals
  • Best Used Car Deals
  • Best Luxury Car and SUV Deals

«With so many good cars to choose from nowadays, it’s okay to start your car shopping by first seeking out the most enticing incentives,» said Jason Allan, editorial director for Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book. «The automakers typically update their deals near the beginning of every month and staying on top of these offers is an important part of the shopping process for buyers looking to get the most car for the money.»

To view this month’s Autotrader lists, visit https://www.autotrader.com/car-deals. To view the most recent Kelley Blue Book lists, visit https://www.kbb.com/awards/awards-best-cars-and-top-10-lists/ for new car deals and https://www.kbb.com/awards/best-used-cars/ for used car deals.

About Autotrader

Autotrader is the most recognized third-party car listings brand, with the most engaged audience of in-market car shoppers. As the foremost authority on automotive consumer insights and expert in online and mobile marketing, Autotrader makes the car shopping experience easy and fun for today’s empowered car shopper looking to find or sell the perfect new, used or Certified Pre-Owned car. Using technology, shopper insights and local market guidance, Autotrader’s comprehensive marketing and retailing solutions allow consumers to build their deal online, and guide dealers to personalized digital marketing strategies that grow brand, drive traffic and connect the online and in-store shopping experience. Autotrader is a Cox Automotive™ brand. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises. For more information, please visit http://press.autotrader.com.

About Kelley Blue Book (www.kbb.com)

Founded in 1926, Kelley Blue Book, The Trusted Resource®, is the vehicle valuation and information source trusted and relied upon by both consumers and the automotive industry. Each week the company provides market-reflective values on its top-rated website KBB.com, including its famous Blue Book® Trade-In Values and Kelley Blue Book® Price Advisor tool, which provides a range for what consumers can reasonably expect to pay for a vehicle in their area. Car owners looking to sell immediately can also get a redeemable, transaction-ready offer with Kelley Blue BookSM Instant Cash Offer. The company also provides vehicle pricing and values through various products and services available to car dealers, auto manufacturers, finance and insurance companies, and governmental agencies. Kelley Blue Book is a Cox Automotive brand.

About Cox Automotive

Cox Automotive Inc. makes buying, selling, owning and using cars easier for everyone. The global company’s 34,000-plus team members and family of brands, including Autotrader®, Clutch Technologies, Dealer.com®, Dealertrack®, Kelley Blue Book®, Manheim®, NextGear Capital®, VinSolutions®, vAuto® and Xtime®, are passionate about helping millions of car shoppers, 40,000 auto dealer clients across five continents and many others throughout the automotive industry thrive for generations to come. Cox Automotive is a subsidiary of Cox Enterprises Inc., a privately-owned, Atlanta-based company with revenues of $21 billion. www.coxautoinc.com

 

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Brandenburgische Technische Universität and Delta Pave the Way for a Future Smart Grid for eMobility

HOOFDDORP, Netherlands, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Delta, a global leader in power and thermal management solutions, today announced it is collaborating with Brandenburgische Technische Universität[1] on an on-site proof-of-concept designed to test the feasibility of enabling a smart grid capable of balancing the power demand/supply between grid operators and electric vehicle (EV) owners. Delta’s EV charging infrastructure solutions, which include six 100kW Ultra Fast EV chargers and three…

HOOFDDORP, Netherlands, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Delta, a global leader in power and thermal management solutions, today announced it is collaborating with Brandenburgische Technische Universität[1] on an on-site proof-of-concept designed to test the feasibility of enabling a smart grid capable of balancing the power demand/supply between grid operators and electric vehicle (EV) owners. Delta’s EV charging infrastructure solutions, which include six 100kW Ultra Fast EV chargers and three vehicle-to-grid (V2G) bi-directional EV chargers, provide the foundation technology required for a viable end-to-end power management system that tightly couples the EV’s storage to a realistic simulation of the main electricity grid on the distribution network operator (DNO) level.

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Harald Schwarz from Brandenburgische Technische Universität stated, «We appointed Delta Electronics as an industry partner for this collaboration because of its diverse range of hardware and software EV charging solutions plus its ability to manage a project of this nature to a very high standard. Our choice has been more than justified.»

Vincent Lin, senior director of e-Mobility & Smart Energy Solutions business development, Delta EMEA, added, «Delta is proud to have been selected for this project by Brandenburgische Technische Universität. It is an honour to help lead such an important and innovative development and one which will help move the world to a more productive use of renewable power supplies.» 

The challenge is to prove to the EV community that drivers will always have the power they need when they need it and the grid operators will be able smooth their loading, reduce CO2 emissions, enhancing the stability of the grid, and remove the need for major grid investments. To address this, the project comprises EVs (and their users), ultra-fast charging points for fast charging to their EVs, V2G bi-directional EV chargers for grid stability and decrease the power transmission within and between the power clusters, a simulation of a Smart grid – which is constantly fed with data from a real grid during archiving of the most recent grid status – and the software that is needed at every point along the chain.

Delta provided the project with six 150 kW Ultra-Fast EV Chargers and three V2G bi-directional EV chargers. The hardware is spread between the three participating institutions: Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU); Universität Potsdam; and Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde (HNEE). Delta is also currently leading the development of a new communication and charge-point management backend system required at many points in the process, and which is expected to be completed by the end of 2020.  The system is designed to be used at every point, both behind the scenes for control of – and communication between – devices, and at the human interfaces, including the EV drivers (via their smartphones), the charge point operators and the grid controllers. Delta attaches particular importance to using standardized software interfaces and open communication protocols. This simplifies the integration of the software to be developed into the ecosystem of e-mobility.

Delta was chosen for its deep experience in developing EV charging systems and control software. Delta’s background means that its technologies and skills closely match the technical requirements of the research project. It also lends its considerable software project leadership expertise to the development of the new applications needed to control energy flows to where they’re most needed.

With Delta’s considerable help, test vehicles are deployed to help understand the implications and opportunities for the blending of e-mobility with the electricity supply grid. Based on the results it generates, the project is expected to bring benefits to the Brandenburg community in terms of better EV infrastructure.

About Delta

Delta, founded in 1971, is a global provider of switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of smart energy-saving systems and solutions in the fields of industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data centre infrastructure, EV charging, renewable energy, energy storage and display, to nurture the development of smart manufacturing and sustainable cities. As a world-class corporate citizen guided by its mission statement, «To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow,» Delta leverages its core competence in high-efficiency power electronics and its CSR-embedded business model to address key environmental issues, such as climate change. Delta serves customers through its sales offices, R&D centres and manufacturing facilities spread over close to 200 locations across 5 continents.

Throughout its history, Delta has received various global awards and recognition for its business achievements, innovative technologies and dedication to CSR. Since 2011, Delta has been listed on the DJSI World Index of Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices for 9 consecutive years. Delta also ranked a Climate Change Leadership Level by CDP for the 3rd year in 2019.

For further information about Delta, please visit www.delta-emea.com.

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Airbiquity Launches OTAmatic Vehicle Configurator to Help Automakers Manage Connected Vehicle Software

New offering allows automakers to control the number of software versions in vehicles, better understand the state of entire fleets

SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Airbiquity®, the global leader of connected vehicle services, today launched its <a target="_blank"…

New offering allows automakers to control the number of software versions in vehicles, better understand the state of entire fleets

SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Airbiquity®, the global leader of connected vehicle services, today launched its OTAmatic® Vehicle Configurator, a tool for defining and managing connected vehicle software. The OTAmatic Vehicle Configurator gives automakers insight into the exact hardware and software configurations within a vehicle, manage known combinations of electronic control units (ECUs) and software versions in vehicles, and meet emerging government compliance requirements for type certified vehicle systems.

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In recent years, the number of vehicle ECUs receiving software updates via over-the-air (OTA) technology has been steadily increasing, making it difficult for automakers to track and manage software configurations across their fleets. As these ECUs receive OTA software updates over time, different software permutations will appear in the field as not all vehicles will be updated at the same time. This results in a multitude of software combinations which need to be tracked and managed by the automaker for vehicle maintenance and regulatory compliance.

The OTAmatic Vehicle Configurator gives automakers the power to address these issues and better control the software configurations in their vehicles. The OTAmatic Vehicle Configurator:

  • Deploys software only in approved combinations. Minimizes unanticipated issues by ensuring software contained in tens to hundreds of independent ECUs in a vehicle are limited to prevalidated configurations tested and approved by automakers.
  • Provides a breakdown of vehicles in the field. Reports the exact version of software and hardware installed in vehicles so automakers can understand the state of their vehicle fleets.
  • Displays a history of vehicle configurations. Allows automakers to compare configurations for vehicle lines or individual vehicles to understand changes over time.
  • Works with Airbiquity’s OTAmatic software management system. Configuration candidates can automatically be created from factory feeds of newly manufactured vehicles or by importing Bill of Materials (BOMs) using a web-based tool, then provided to automakers for review and approval. Configurations can also be provided for review when a vehicle reports a new combination from the field.
  • Works with non-Airbiquity OTA software management systems. Existing OTA systems can be enhanced by Vehicle Configurator integration using supplied APIs.
  • Enables regulatory compliance for tracking type certified vehicle systems. Allows automakers to record the software (RXSWIN) associated with the type certification of a vehicle system and supports UNECE (WP.29) requirements for tracking software updates.

«At Airbiquity, we’re constantly assessing the challenges automakers face and applying our software technology and expertise to address them,» said Keefe Leung, Vice President of Product Management at Airbiquity. «Automakers need to actively understand and manage their connected vehicle software. Our Vehicle Configurator is a powerful tool to bridge disparate pieces of software information based on the context provided by automakers while also delivering automation that integrates to their existing processes.»

«With the ubiquitous deployment of OTA software update capabilities automakers face a challenge in managing software configurations across a wide range of vehicle platforms, components, and markets,» said Alex Oyler, Head of Car IT at SBD Automotive. «To meet emerging regulatory requirements automakers must know which vehicles are running which software versions at all times. Automakers must also prove to regulatory agencies that they have control over their connected ecosystem, and without a high-integrity platform for managing this information they will face regulatory backlash and preventable cybersecurity challenges.»

To learn more about Airbiquity and OTAmatic visit www.airbiquity.com.

About Airbiquity

Airbiquity® is a pioneer in automotive telematics software technology and cloud-based connected vehicle service delivery. Always at the forefront of automotive innovation, Airbiquity concepts, engineers, and deploys the industry’s most advanced connected vehicle solutions. Working with Airbiquity, automakers and automotive suppliers have realized highly scalable, manageable, and secure connected vehicle programs meeting the needs of their customers in over 60 countries around the world. Airbiquity’s latest offering is OTAmatic® for multi-ECU over-the-air (OTA) software and data management featuring vehicle and cloud-based software components and the Uptane security framework for comprehensive cybersecurity protection. Learn more about Airbiquity and OTAmatic at www.airbiquity.com or join the conversation @Airbiquity.

 

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Cara DiFabio
airbiquity@barokas.com

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Torsus Reveals Praetorian School Bus: For The Route To School That Requires No Roads

PRAGUE, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ —

PRAGUE, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ —

  • TORSUS PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS revealed as the most extreme school bus in the world
  • Most challenging school runs in the harshest environments around the world can be completed in comfort and safety with PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS
  • SCHOOL BUS features heavy-duty off-road features from standard PRAETORIAN, boasting raised ride height with huge ground clearance, 4×4 drive and rugged uprated tyres
  • Specially adapted seats covered with protective coating made to rigorous TORSUS standards
  • Large passenger capacity bus can carry 35 children safely in the most inhospitable conditions
  • For more information, please visit www.torsus.eu

TORSUS has revealed the PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS, an extreme and special-made version the durable, heavy-duty and versatile PRAETORIAN intended for the toughest school run routes in the world.

The SCHOOL BUS edition of the PRAETORIAN is ready to carry schoolchildren across some of the world’s most rugged environments in comfort and safety. Based on the same platform as the standard PRAETORIAN model, the SCHOOL BUS edition retains all of the off-road features that make the TORSUS vehicle a durable off-road all-rounder. The heightened ground clearance of the bus allows the PRAETORIAN to clear obstacles with ease, while the 4×4 drive adds to its capability in challenging conditions.

The PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS by TORSUS can carry up to 35 children on any of the world’s toughest school run routes, whether on- or off-road. Special features include bespoke original seats styled around mathematics and science designs. The seats are covered with a polymer protective coating, made to rigorous TORSUS standards, equipped with a seat belt suitable for all ages while optional extras for the seats include a foldable armrest and hip support bar on the aisle side.

The TORSUS PRAETORIAN is built for world’s toughest jobs and to transport personnel and equipment across inhospitable terrain in any conditions. The PRAETORIAN is based on an upgraded heavy-duty MAN chassis and is powered by MAN engines and drivetrain. The SCHOOL BUS edition of the vehicle features uprated off-road Michelin tyres and coating on body parts meaning that PRAETORIAN is engineered to take on any terrain, on any terrain, anywhere in the world.

Vakhtang Dzhukashvili, CEO of TORSUS, said: «The PRAETORIAN by TORSUS is made to be adaptable and versatile, so naturally we are looking at other ways the bus can be used in various situations around the world. The school bus was one of the first ideas we had, as the PRAETORIAN is a safe and solid vehicle that we know can keep its occupants protected in even the most testing of conditions. Wherever in the world customers might need a school bus solution for safely and efficiently driving on testing terrain, the PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS is an option that will deliver every time.»

Media Contacts

Henry Willis

Ben Lewis

Influence Associates

Influence Associates

henryw@influenceassociates.com  

ben@influenceassociates.com 

+44 776 922 6366

+44 759 466 3485

 

Torsus Reveals Praetorian School Bus: For The Route To School That Requires No Roads

PRAGUE, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ —

PRAGUE, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ —

  • TORSUS PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS revealed as the most extreme school bus in the world
  • Most challenging school runs in the harshest environments around the world can be completed in comfort and safety with PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS
  • SCHOOL BUS features heavy-duty off-road features from standard PRAETORIAN, boasting raised ride height with huge ground clearance, 4×4 drive and rugged uprated tyres
  • Specially adapted seats covered with protective coating made to rigorous TORSUS standards
  • Large passenger capacity bus can carry 35 children safely in the most inhospitable conditions
  • For more information, please visit www.torsus.eu

TORSUS has revealed the PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS, an extreme and special-made version the durable, heavy-duty and versatile PRAETORIAN intended for the toughest school run routes in the world.

The SCHOOL BUS edition of the PRAETORIAN is ready to carry schoolchildren across some of the world’s most rugged environments in comfort and safety. Based on the same platform as the standard PRAETORIAN model, the SCHOOL BUS edition retains all of the off-road features that make the TORSUS vehicle a durable off-road all-rounder. The heightened ground clearance of the bus allows the PRAETORIAN to clear obstacles with ease, while the 4×4 drive adds to its capability in challenging conditions.

The PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS by TORSUS can carry up to 35 children on any of the world’s toughest school run routes, whether on- or off-road. Special features include bespoke original seats styled around mathematics and science designs. The seats are covered with a polymer protective coating, made to rigorous TORSUS standards, equipped with a seat belt suitable for all ages while optional extras for the seats include a foldable armrest and hip support bar on the aisle side.

The TORSUS PRAETORIAN is built for world’s toughest jobs and to transport personnel and equipment across inhospitable terrain in any conditions. The PRAETORIAN is based on an upgraded heavy-duty MAN chassis and is powered by MAN engines and drivetrain. The SCHOOL BUS edition of the vehicle features uprated off-road Michelin tyres and coating on body parts meaning that PRAETORIAN is engineered to take on any terrain, on any terrain, anywhere in the world.

Vakhtang Dzhukashvili, CEO of TORSUS, said: «The PRAETORIAN by TORSUS is made to be adaptable and versatile, so naturally we are looking at other ways the bus can be used in various situations around the world. The school bus was one of the first ideas we had, as the PRAETORIAN is a safe and solid vehicle that we know can keep its occupants protected in even the most testing of conditions. Wherever in the world customers might need a school bus solution for safely and efficiently driving on testing terrain, the PRAETORIAN SCHOOL BUS is an option that will deliver every time.»

Media Contacts

Henry Willis

Ben Lewis

Influence Associates

Influence Associates

henryw@influenceassociates.com  

ben@influenceassociates.com 

+44 776 922 6366

+44 759 466 3485

 

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Airbiquity Launches OTAmatic Vehicle Configurator to Help Automakers Manage Connected Vehicle Software

SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Airbiquity®, the global leader of connected vehicle services, today launched its <a target="_blank"…

SEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Airbiquity®, the global leader of connected vehicle services, today launched its OTAmatic® Vehicle Configurator, a tool for defining and managing connected vehicle software. The OTAmatic Vehicle Configurator gives automakers insight into the exact hardware and software configurations within a vehicle, manage known combinations of electronic control units (ECUs) and software versions in vehicles, and meet emerging government compliance requirements for type certified vehicle systems.

In recent years, the number of vehicle ECUs receiving software updates via over-the-air (OTA) technology has been steadily increasing, making it difficult for automakers to track and manage software configurations across their fleets. As these ECUs receive OTA software updates over time, different software permutations will appear in the field as not all vehicles will be updated at the same time. This results in a multitude of software combinations which need to be tracked and managed by the automaker for vehicle maintenance and regulatory compliance.

The OTAmatic Vehicle Configurator gives automakers the power to address these issues and better control the software configurations in their vehicles. The OTAmatic Vehicle Configurator:

  • Deploys software only in approved combinations. Minimizes unanticipated issues by ensuring software contained in tens to hundreds of independent ECUs in a vehicle are limited to prevalidated configurations tested and approved by automakers.
  • Provides a breakdown of vehicles in the field. Reports the exact version of software and hardware installed in vehicles so automakers can understand the state of their vehicle fleets.
  • Displays a history of vehicle configurations. Allows automakers to compare configurations for vehicle lines or individual vehicles to understand changes over time.
  • Works with Airbiquity’s OTAmatic software management system. Configuration candidates can automatically be created from factory feeds of newly manufactured vehicles or by importing Bill of Materials (BOMs) using a web-based tool, then provided to automakers for review and approval. Configurations can also be provided for review when a vehicle reports a new combination from the field.
  • Works with non-Airbiquity OTA software management systems. Existing OTA systems can be enhanced by Vehicle Configurator integration using supplied APIs.
  • Enables regulatory compliance for tracking type certified vehicle systems. Allows automakers to record the software (RXSWIN) associated with the type certification of a vehicle system and supports UNECE (WP.29) requirements for tracking software updates.

«At Airbiquity, we’re constantly assessing the challenges automakers face and applying our software technology and expertise to address them,» said Keefe Leung, Vice President of Product Management at Airbiquity. «Automakers need to actively understand and manage their connected vehicle software. Our Vehicle Configurator is a powerful tool to bridge disparate pieces of software information based on the context provided by automakers while also delivering automation that integrates to their existing processes.»

«With the ubiquitous deployment of OTA software update capabilities automakers face a challenge in managing software configurations across a wide range of vehicle platforms, components, and markets,» said Alex Oyler, Head of Car IT at SBD Automotive. «To meet emerging regulatory requirements automakers must know which vehicles are running which software versions at all times. Automakers must also prove to regulatory agencies that they have control over their connected ecosystem, and without a high-integrity platform for managing this information they will face regulatory backlash and preventable cybersecurity challenges.»

To learn more about Airbiquity and OTAmatic visit www.airbiquity.com.

About Airbiquity

Airbiquity® is a pioneer in automotive telematics software technology and cloud-based connected vehicle service delivery. Always at the forefront of automotive innovation, Airbiquity concepts, engineers, and deploys the industry’s most advanced connected vehicle solutions. Working with Airbiquity, automakers and automotive suppliers have realized highly scalable, manageable, and secure connected vehicle programs meeting the needs of their customers in over 60 countries around the world. Airbiquity’s latest offering is OTAmatic® for multi-ECU over-the-air (OTA) software and data management featuring vehicle and cloud-based software components and the Uptane security framework for comprehensive cybersecurity protection. Learn more about Airbiquity and OTAmatic at www.airbiquity.com or join the conversation @Airbiquity.

 

CONTACT:
Cara DiFabio
airbiquity@barokas.com

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Ninety-Five Percent of People Want to Travel Within Next 15 Months According to Vacation Survey Hosted by Dream Vacations

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The recent Vacation Survey conducted by leading travel agency franchise Dream Vacations revealed that there is an incredible pent up demand for travel, as a result of COVID-19, with nearly 95 percent of those surveyed planning on taking a vacation in 2020 or 2021. Approximately 1,500 people participated in the survey which took place in July and August 2020.

Key findings of people surveyed include:…

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The recent Vacation Survey conducted by leading travel agency franchise Dream Vacations revealed that there is an incredible pent up demand for travel, as a result of COVID-19, with nearly 95 percent of those surveyed planning on taking a vacation in 2020 or 2021. Approximately 1,500 people participated in the survey which took place in July and August 2020.

Key findings of people surveyed include:

  • 95% want to take a vacation in 2020 or 2021
  • 60% feel confident with the enhanced health and safety protocols proposed by the cruise lines
  • 70% know and trust the value a travel agent provides
  • 78% realize that travel agents provide additional exclusive perks in addition to the promotions offered by cruise lines and resorts
  • 50% will go on a cruise for their next vacation, 18% will stay at a resort, and the remaining 32 percent have other plans
  • 37% hope to go to the Caribbean; 21% plan on staying in the U.S.; and 15% are going to Europe for their next vacation, while the remaining 27% selected different destinations.

«As a travel agency, we conducted this survey to gain a better understanding of how COVID-19 has impacted consumers plans to take vacations going forward,» said Drew Daly, senior vice president and general manager of Dream Vacations. «Now more than ever before people are recognizing the value and expertise that working with a travel agent affords and our agents are prepared to best serve clients when the surge of travel resumes.»

Dream Vacations travel agents serve as advocates for their clients and educate them on what the new vacation experience entails as it relates to health and safety protocols, documents needed and more. They provide their professional expertise and personalized service to match the best vacation that will meet their client’s budgets yet exceed their expectations. In addition to selling cruise, all-inclusive resorts and tour vacations, Dream Vacations agents also have access to thousands of private villas around the world through a partnership with Villas of Distinction®.

For more information or to book a dream vacation, please visit http://www.DreamVacations.com or call 800-278-4736.

About Dream Vacations
Travel agents with the top-ranked home-based travel agency franchise Dream Vacations have the resources to plan and create seamless vacation experiences for their customers while offering the best value. A member of the International Franchise Association, Dream Vacations is part of World Travel Holdings and has received franchise partner of the year, a top-ranking status, by all the major cruise lines as well as national recognition for its support of military veterans. For more information about Dream Vacations, visit http://www.DreamVacations.com and follow on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/OfficialDreamVacations.

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Jim Beam Launches ‘Lineage’ – A Father and Son Collaboration

FRANKFORT, Ky., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Jim Beam® Bourbon, the number one selling bourbon in the world, has announced the launch of Lineage – a batched premium expression created by seventh-generation Beam Family Master Distiller, Fred Noe, and his son, Freddie.

 

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FRANKFORT, Ky., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Jim Beam® Bourbon, the number one selling bourbon in the world, has announced the launch of Lineage – a batched premium expression created by seventh-generation Beam Family Master Distiller, Fred Noe, and his son, Freddie.

 

Jim Beam Lineage Bottle Shot

 

The one-of-a-kind whiskey will be available to purchase in the global travel retail early 2021 for $250 (USD). Encompassing eight generations of expertise, knowledge and curiosity, Lineage, is the first bourbon from the Jim Beam portfolio to feature Freddie’s name.

Aged in charred white oak barrels in Warehouse K since 2004, the exquisite bourbon is 15 years old and has the same mouthfeel for which Jim Beam is recognised. With the perfect proof of 110 (55% ABV) the whiskey has notes of spice, vanilla and caramel, ensuring a balanced finish. The bespoke bottle also features the iconic Jim Beam seal, making the whiskey instantly recognisable.

Fred Noe said: «Lineage represents a significant moment in the history of Jim Beam. Not only is it a collaboration between the seventh and eighth generation of distillers in our family, but it’s a blend of the past, the present and the future.»

Freddie Noe added: «I really enjoy breaking the rules and creating new and exciting expressions, so it was an honour to create this unique whiskey with my dad – one that’s different from anything out there in the bourbon world.»

Ed Stening, Head of Marketing Global Travel Retail at Beam Suntory, said: «The chemistry between the father and son duo is undeniable and has led to the creation of a truly unique whiskey. Championing innovation like this in travel retail is extremely important to us and something we’re committed to as we look to ensure the growth of the channel.»

About Beam Suntory Inc.

As a world leader in premium spirits, Beam Suntory inspires human connections. It was created in 2014 by combining the world leader in bourbon and the pioneer in Japanese whisky to form a new company with a deep heritage, passion for quality, innovative spirit and vision of Growing for Good.  Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Beam Suntory is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan.  For more information on Beam Suntory, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, please visit www.beamsuntory.com and www.drinksmart.com.

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Jim Beam Launches ‘Lineage’ – A Father and Son Collaboration

FRANKFORT, Ky., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Jim Beam® Bourbon, the number one selling bourbon in the world, has announced the launch of Lineage – a batched premium expression created by seventh-generation Beam Family Master Distiller, Fred Noe, and his son, Freddie.

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FRANKFORT, Ky., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Jim Beam® Bourbon, the number one selling bourbon in the world, has announced the launch of Lineage – a batched premium expression created by seventh-generation Beam Family Master Distiller, Fred Noe, and his son, Freddie.

The one-of-a-kind whiskey will be available to purchase in the global travel retail early 2021 for $250 (USD). Encompassing eight generations of expertise, knowledge and curiosity, Lineage, is the first bourbon from the Jim Beam portfolio to feature Freddie’s name.

Aged in charred white oak barrels in Warehouse K since 2004, the exquisite bourbon is 15 years old and has the same mouthfeel for which Jim Beam is recognised. With the perfect proof of 110 (55% ABV) the whiskey has notes of spice, vanilla and caramel, ensuring a balanced finish. The bespoke bottle also features the iconic Jim Beam seal, making the whiskey instantly recognisable.

Fred Noe said: «Lineage represents a significant moment in the history of Jim Beam. Not only is it a collaboration between the seventh and eighth generation of distillers in our family, but it’s a blend of the past, the present and the future.»

Freddie Noe added: «I really enjoy breaking the rules and creating new and exciting expressions, so it was an honour to create this unique whiskey with my dad – one that’s different from anything out there in the bourbon world.»

Ed Stening, Head of Marketing Global Travel Retail at Beam Suntory, said: «The chemistry between the father and son duo is undeniable and has led to the creation of a truly unique whiskey. Championing innovation like this in travel retail is extremely important to us and something we’re committed to as we look to ensure the growth of the channel.»

About Beam Suntory Inc.

As a world leader in premium spirits, Beam Suntory inspires human connections. It was created in 2014 by combining the world leader in bourbon and the pioneer in Japanese whisky to form a new company with a deep heritage, passion for quality, innovative spirit and vision of Growing for Good.  Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Beam Suntory is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan.  For more information on Beam Suntory, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, please visit www.beamsuntory.com and www.drinksmart.com.

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