2021 Honda Accord Gets Refreshed Styling, Updated Hybrid Variant, New Sport Special Edition Trim, plus Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Integration

TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Widely regarded by experts as the benchmark midsize sedan, Honda raises the Accord’s game for the 2021 model year with a refresh that includes updates to styling, technology, drivability and safety features. In addition, unique upgrades were made to performance and design for the ultra-efficient and refined Accord Hybrid. On-sale at Honda dealerships beginning tomorrow, the 2021 Accord will carry a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting…

TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Widely regarded by experts as the benchmark midsize sedan, Honda raises the Accord’s game for the 2021 model year with a refresh that includes updates to styling, technology, drivability and safety features. In addition, unique upgrades were made to performance and design for the ultra-efficient and refined Accord Hybrid. On-sale at Honda dealerships beginning tomorrow, the 2021 Accord will carry a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at $24,770 (not including destination and handling), while the 2021 Accord Hybrid will be available at a starting MSRP of $26,370Click here for a video tour of the changes.

 «The new Honda Accord Hybrid is really the Accord to buy, offering customers more of everything they like about Accord — more power, refinement and, of course, excellent fuel economy ratings,» said Dave Gardner, executive vice president of National Operations at American Honda.  

2021 ACCORD UPGRADES
For the 2021 model year, all Accords boast a wider, restyled grille for an even more sophisticated look, along with improved integration of the Honda Sensing® system’s radar unit. Flanking the new grille on Sport and above trims (EX and above on Hybrid) are new LED high- and low-beam headlights with longer and wider down-the-road illumination. Also new are smaller openings for the fog lights. Additionally, LX, EX-L and Touring trims all receive new alloy wheel designs, while a new color is available for Sport, Sport Special Edition (SE) and Touring trims: Sonic Gray Pearl.

Inside, further enhancements to the class-leading style and sophistication of Accord’s cabin include an 8-inch Display Audio touchscreen entertainment system now standard on all trims (previously, EX and above). Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration also are now standard (previously EX and above), and EX-L and Touring trims (EX and above on Hybrid models) get new wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration.

The combination of wireless charging and wireless smartphone integration eliminates the extra step of physically connecting the phone, making Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ ready to go and freeing up an additional USB port for charging a separate phone. Front USB ports on all grades have been moved to the front of the center console for easier access, and Sport and higher trims (EX and higher trims for Accord Hybrid) now include dual 2.5-volt USB ports for rear seat passengers.

All Accords also receive a new Rear Seat Reminder, while upper grades gain a new Low Speed Braking Control system.

ACCORD HYBRID
The 2021 Accord Hybrid benefits from updates to the innovative Honda two-motor hybrid system for a more direct and immediate throttle response with a more natural acceleration feeling as engine revs climb in concert with the driver’s throttle input. With a peak total system output of 212 horsepower and peak torque delivery of 232 lb.-ft. right off idle, Accord Hybrid has the most power and torque in its class, with a top fuel economy rating of 48 mpg1.

Thanks to the unique configuration of the two-motor hybrid system, the Accord Hybrid also can spend more time operating solely on electric power than competing hybrid models, imbuing Accord with a smoother and more refined driving feel. Also, Accord’s sophisticated brake-by-wire technology offers more natural and consistent braking performance and pedal feel versus competing models, seamlessly blending mechanical and regenerative braking force.

Honda’s two-motor hybrid system uses a propulsion motor and a generator/starter motor built with a patented Honda design made with magnets using no heavy rare-earth metals. This reduces magnet cost and weight, while also reducing reliance on rare-earth metals, helping avoid the often negative environmental impact of mining them.

The hybrid powertrain control system manages the power delivery between each component and seamlessly switches between EV Drive, Hybrid Drive and Engine Drive for maximum efficiency with no input from the driver. Accord Hybrid drivers can further maximize fuel efficiency, or power, by selecting between Sport, EV and ECON modes using the three buttons behind the push-button gear selector.

Already, Honda leads all full-line automakers in fleet-average fuel economy and low CO2 emissions according to the U.S. EPA, with 27 vehicles that received EPA combined fuel economy ratings of 30 mpg or higher.

Visually, Accord Hybrid adds its own unique touches to the styling updates made to the entire 2021 Accord lineup, including a blue H-mark on the grille and Hybrid badges on the front fenders and trunk lid. This year, Accord Hybrid Touring grade features 19-inch wheels, giving it an upscale and sporty appearance.

NEW SPORT SPECIAL EDITION
The Accord Sport SE is new to the lineup for 2021, replacing Accord EX 1.5T and expands on the popular Sport trim with additional sought-after features. The new Sport SE adds leather seats, heated front seats, a four-way power passenger seat to complement the addition of 12-way power driver’s seat, heated mirrors, Smart Entry, and remote engine start to the popular Accord Sport 1.5T grade. This is in addition to the already generous equipment on the Sport 1.5T, which includes dual rear USB ports, leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters, leather-wrapped shift knob, and an 8-speaker audio system. Visually, Accord Sport and Sport SE are distinguished from the other trims by a rear trunk lid spoiler, trim-specific 19-inch wheel design, LED fog lights, dark-chrome grille and chrome exhaust finishers.

2021 Honda Accord Pricing & EPA Fuel Economy Ratings

Model / Trim

Drivetrain

MSRP1

MSRP1 Including $955
Destination Charge

EPA Mileage Rating
(City/Hwy/Combined)2

Accord LX

1.5T/CVT

$24,770

$25,725

30 / 38 / 33

Accord Sport

1.5T/CVT

$27,230

$28,185

29 / 35 / 32

Accord Sport SE

1.5T/CVT

$28,720

$29,675

29 / 35 / 32

Accord EX-L

1.5T/CVT

$31,090

$32,045

30 / 38 / 33

Accord Sport 2.0T

2.0T/10AT

$31,910

$32,865

22 / 32 / 26

Accord Touring

2.0T/10AT

$36,700

$37,655

22 / 32 / 26

Accord Hybrid

Hybrid

$26,370

$27,325

48 / 48 / 48

Accord Hybrid EX

Hybrid

$30,320

$31,275

48 / 48 / 48

Accord Hybrid EX-L

Hybrid

$32,690

$33,645

48 / 48 / 48

Accord Hybrid Touring

Hybrid

$36,240

$37,195

44 / 41 / 43

POWERTRAIN AND DRIVING DYNAMICS
In addition to the updates made to Accord Hybrid’s two-motor system, the 2021 Accord’s two turbocharged engines receive updated engine management software for more linear and responsive throttle control. In addition, the 1.5-liter turbo has improved Idle Stop performance, with quicker engine start-up when the driver releases the brake.

A 192-horspower 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo® engine is standard in Accord LX, Sport, Sport SE and EX-L grades, while Accord Sport 2.0T and Touring are available exclusively with a 252-horsepower, 2.0-liter VTEC Turbo®.

The braking system has also been updated for smoother engagement, especially at low speeds such as in stop-and-go traffic and in parking situations.

Powertrain Specs

1.5T

Hybrid

2.0T

Engine

1.5-liter
turbocharged 4-
cylinder

2.0-liter, DOHC, i
VTEC® Atkinson-cycle
inline-4 engine; AC
Synchronous
Permanent-Magnet
Electric Motor

2.0-liter
turbocharged 4-
cylinder

Transmission

CVT

NA

10AT

Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net)

192 @ 5,500

212 @6,200 (total
system; not
SAE net)

252 @ 6,500

Torque @ rpm (lb.-ft., SAE net)

192 @ 1,600-5,000

232 @ 0-2,000 (not
SAE net)

273 @ 1,500-4,000

Recommended fuel

Regular Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

CARB emissions rating

LEV3-SULEV30

LEV3-SULEV30

LEV3-SULEV30

Tune-up interval

100,000 +/- miles
tune-up interval

100,000+/- miles
engine tune-up interval

100,000 +/- miles
tune-up interval

SAFETY AND DRIVER-ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES
For the 2021 model year, all Accords receive a new Rear Seat Reminder and a rear seatbelt reminder as standard equipment. The Rear Seat Reminder chimes when the car is turned off, with a notification on the digital meter reminding drivers to check the rear seating area when exiting the car for children, pets or other precious cargo. The rear seatbelt reminder uses a warning on the digital meter to let drivers know if rear seat passengers have not fastened their seatbelts.

Accord Touring and Hybrid Touring trims now feature a new front and rear braking system called Low Speed Braking Control. Using sonar-based parking sensors, the new system can sense solid objects at low speeds, such as in parking situations, and warn the driver or apply the brakes to help avoid or mitigate a collision.

Honda Sensing® receives updates to Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Keeping Assist system (LKAS). For 2021, ACC now has smoother braking when following another vehicle, while LKAS offers more effective and natural lane centering. Additionally, the steering wheel and dash controls for ACC and LKAS now feature industry-standard icons.

The 2021 Accord targets a 5-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), including the highest available rating of GOOD in all collision tests and SUPERIOR for frontal cash prevention. Also, the updated standard LED headlights have been designed to achieve a GOOD rating in the rigorous IIHS headlight standard.

Accord Key Features

Feature

LX

Sport

Sport SE

EX-L

Sport 2.0T

Touring

Performance

VTEC Turbo® 1.5-liter, DOHC direct-
injected inline-4 engine with 192
HP/192 lb.-ft. torque

VTEC Turbo® 2.0-liter, DOHC direct-
injected inline-4 engine with 252
HP/273 lb.-ft. torque

Continuously Variable Transmission

(with
paddle
shifters)

(with
paddle
shifters)

10-Speed Automatic Transmission

(with
paddle
shifters)

(with
paddle
shifters)

Remote Engine Start

Exterior

LED high/low beam headlights

Low
beam

Auto on-off and auto high beam
headlights

17-inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels

225/50R17 All-Season Tires

19-inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels

235/40R19 All-Season Tires

LED Fog Lights

Rear Spoiler

Chrome Exhaust Finishers

Rain-Sensing Wipers

Heated Side Mirrors

Side Mirrors with Turn Signals

Reverse Auto-Tilt Mirrors

Interior

Push Button Ignition

Dual-Zone Climate Control

Automatic Headlights

Bluetooth® Hands Free Link®

USB Audio Interface

8-Inch Display Audio

160-Watt Audio System with 4-
Speakers

180-Watt Audio System with 8-
Speakers

450-Watt Premium Audio System
with 10-Speakers Including
Subwoofer

HD Radio™ and SiriusXM® Satellite
Radio

Wired Apple CarPlay® and Android
Auto™ Integration

Wireless Apple CarPlay® and
Android Auto™ Integration

Wireless Phone Charger

TFT Color Meter

Driver’s Seat with Manual Height
Adjustment

12-Way Power Driver’s Seat

Memory Driver’s Seat

Cloth Seats

Combination Seat

Leather Seats

Heated Front Seats

Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

Heated Outboard Rear Seats

4-Way Power Passenger Front Seat

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
with Paddle Shifters

Rear USB Chargers (2.5v)

Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob

Sport Pedals

Smart Entry

Remote Engine Start

One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt
Feature

Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror
with HomeLink®

HondaLink®

Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation
System™

Head-Up Display

Safety and Driver-Assistive Technologies

Honda Sensing®

Multi-View Rear Camera

8 Airbags, Including Driver and
Passenger Front Knee Airbag

Blind Spot Information System

Cross Traffic Monitor

Parking Sensors

Low Speed Braking Control

Accord Hybrid Key Features

Feature

LX

EX

EX-L

Touring

Performance

2.0-liter, DOHC, i-VTEC® Atkinson-
cycle inline-4 engine; AC
Synchronous Permanent-Magnet
Electric Motor; 212 total system
horsepower, 232 lb.-ft. torque

Remote Engine Start

Exterior

LED High/Low Beam Headlights

Low beam

Auto on-off and auto high beam
headlights

17-Inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels

225/50R17 All-Season Tires

19-Inch Aluminum Alloy Wheels

235/40R19 All-Season Tires

LED Fog Lights

Rain-Sensing Wipers

Heated Side Mirrors

Side Mirrors with Turn Signals

Reverse Auto-Tilt Mirrors

Interior

Push Button Ignition

Dual-Zone Climate Control

Automatic Headlights

Bluetooth® Hands Free Link®

USB Audio Interface

8-Inch Display Audio

160-Watt Audio System with 4-
Speakers

180-Watt Audio System with 8-
Speakers

450-Watt Premium Audio System
with 10-Speakers Including
Subwoofer

HD Radio™ and SiriusXM® Satellite
Radio

Wired Apple CarPlay® and Android
Auto™

Wireless Apple CarPlay® and
Android Auto™

Wireless Phone Charger

TFT Color Meter

Driver’s Seat with Manual Height
Adjustment

12-Way Power Driver’s Seat

Memory Driver’s Seat

Cloth Seats

Leather Seats

Heated Front Seats

Heated and Ventilated Front Seats

Heated Outboard Rear Seats

4-Way Power Passenger Front Seat

Steering Wheel with Paddle Shifters

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
with Paddle Shifters

Rear USB Chargers (2.5v)

Smart Entry

Remote Engine Start

One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt
Feature

Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror
with HomeLink®

HondaLink®

Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation
System™

Head-Up Display

Safety and Driver-Assistive Technologies

Honda Sensing®

Multi-View Rear Camera

8 Airbags, Including Driver and
Passenger Front Knee Airbag

Blind Spot Information System

Cross Traffic Monitor

Parking Sensors

Low Speed Braking Control

About Honda

Honda offers a full line of clean, safe, fun and connected vehicles sold through more than 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. Honda has the highest fleet average fuel economy and lowest CO2 emissions of any major full-line automaker in America, according to the latest data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Insight, Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V, Passport and Pilot sport utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup and the Odyssey minivan. Honda’s electrified vehicle lineup includes the Accord Hybrid, CR-V Hybrid, Insight hybrid-electric sedan, and the Clarity Fuel Cell and Clarity Plug-In Hybrid.

Honda has been producing automobiles in America for 38 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2019, more than 90 percent of all Honda vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally-sourced parts.

For More Information
Additional media information including detailed pricing features and high-resolution photography of all 2020 Honda models is available at hondanews.com. Consumer information is available at automobiles.honda.com. To join the Honda community on Facebook, visit facebook.com/honda.

1 MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) excluding tax, license, registration, $955 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.
2 Based on 2021 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (Hybrid only), and other factors.

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Infor Unveils New Cloud-Based Revenue Management Functionality for Hoteliers

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Infor today announced significant updates to Infor EzRMS, a leading revenue management application built specifically for the hospitality industry. Part of the Infor Hospitality suite of cloud-based solutions, Infor EzRMS is designed to help hoteliers better optimize revenue by automatically calculating demand forecasts and recommending appropriate selling strategies based on data such as day-of-week patterns, booking lead-time and the number of guests per…

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Infor today announced significant updates to Infor EzRMS, a leading revenue management application built specifically for the hospitality industry. Part of the Infor Hospitality suite of cloud-based solutions, Infor EzRMS is designed to help hoteliers better optimize revenue by automatically calculating demand forecasts and recommending appropriate selling strategies based on data such as day-of-week patterns, booking lead-time and the number of guests per room. Through a combination of state-of-the-art technology, sophisticated deep learning algorithms, and innovative business process design, Infor provides the opportunity for its customers to experience increased turnover, higher profit margins, and rapid return on investment.

Learn more about Infor EzRMS: https://www.infor.com/products/ezrms 

«Forecasting is an art, and right now it has been more challenging to predict how the business will evolve. Since Asia has been one of the first few regions to experience a recovery and uptick in travel, we decided to pilot the new algorithm from the beginning,» said Andrew Hodges, Accor director of revenue management and systems for Asia-Pacific. «So far, we’ve seen great results. The system is more realistic and quickly adapts to changes in trends, which is key to helping our properties plan and strategize.»

The newest release of Infor EzRMS was designed based on feedback from Infor customers and in response to current trends in travel and leisure. A responsive new forecast algorithm helps hotels use their data to identify and optimize revenue opportunities. With recent business trends being so atypical, looking to the past isn’t as helpful as it once was. As such, Infor developed a next-gen forecasting algorithm designed to automatically detect and respond to new trends—fast. Unlike competing products that still require manual actions to do this, Infor’s unique and hands-free solution delivers demand forecasting in line with current market conditions. In addition, with market-influenced pricing, Infor EzRMS smartly incorporates competitor information, on top of hotel system data, to calculate the optimal price decisions. Using innovative techniques, the system automates the process a revenue manager would normally follow to set prices.

«The hospitality industry is in the middle of significant change. Historical data and trends that were once relied upon to predict the future are no longer helpful as we continue to experience daily and drastic fluctuations. Even though times have changed, many of our competitors are still providing the same solutions, but this isn’t the same industry,» said Jason Floyd, Infor Hospitality general manager. «Our customers need to be able to get more from the data they are collecting – and fast. We took it upon ourselves to overhaul our forecasting methodology to match the current needs of our customers right now.»

This release includes unique, smart, real-time optimization, ensuring a hotel pricing and selling strategy is always up to date, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This allows hotel teams to focus on other key tasks, trusting that Infor EzRMS will automatically detect and control new revenue opportunities as they happen. It is important to note that these new features don’t operate rule-based, but instead are smart because they function like a revenue manager’s brain, and take action when it makes sense to do so, and with better, more precise real-time data.

«Infor is committed to providing our hospitality customers with sustainable operational advantages that improve the bottom line and maximize occupancy and revenue. Our leading revenue management solution is critical in an industry where pricing sets one hotel apart from another, and there are many options for consumers,» continued Floyd.  «Modern technology can help improve the bottom line and maximize occupancy and revenue, and Infor is committed to delivering a scalable system that can quickly navigate through rapid changes in market conditions and demand trends.»

About Infor

Infor is a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry. Providing mission-critical enterprise applications to 67,000 customers in more than 175 countries, Infor software is designed to deliver more value and less risk, with more sustainable operational advantages. We empower our 17,000 employees to leverage their deep industry expertise and use data-driven insights to create, learn and adapt quickly to solve emerging business and industry challenges. Infor is committed to providing our customers with modern tools to transform their business and accelerate their own path to innovation. To learn more, please visit www.infor.com.

For more information:
Christina Ledger
Infor
312-662-2135
christina.ledger@infor.com

 

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Far Niente Family Of Wineries & Vineyards Expands With Launch of Post & Beam Winery

OAKVILLE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Far Niente Family of Wineries and Vineyards (FNFWV), announces today the launch of

OAKVILLE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Far Niente Family of Wineries and Vineyards (FNFWV), announces today the launch of Post & Beam Winery. Named for the simple yet elegant barns that dot the American landscape, Post & Beam wines represent craftsmanship, tradition, legacy and purity in winemaking. The winery is the latest addition to the Far Niente Family of Wineries and Vineyards, joining Far Niente, Dolce, Nickel & Nickel, EnRoute, and Bella Union. Post & Beam will debut with two wines—a 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (SRP $50), and a 2019 Napa Valley Chardonnay (SRP $35).

«We are excited to be able to bring Post & Beam wines to those looking for an indelible Napa Valley wine drinking experience,» said Steve Spadarotto, CEO of the Far Niente Family. «With this new brand, our portfolio will have the potential to engage both current and new consumers at various price points, from everyday luxury to special occasion wines. Post & Beam continues our tradition of building wineries from the ground up with a focus on quality and authenticity.»

The original Far Niente winery was established in Oakville, CA in 1885 and is now a seminal name within the Napa Valley community, recognized for its lineup of luxury Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. Post & Beam offers renditions of classic Napa Valley wines that reflect the esteemed pedigree of Far Niente’s varietals and terroir. The veteran winemaking team will be led by Far Niente’s Director of Winemaking Andrew Delos, who will be crafting the wines from carefully selected Napa Valley vineyards. Post & Beam strives to honor the fundamentals of traditional winemaking techniques to create simple, elegant, pure expressions of each grape in its finest form.

«I am excited to be helping expand the Far Niente wine lineup with another exceptional label from the Napa Valley,» notes Delos. «Our goal with Post & Beam is to showcase what traditional winemaking methods and the highest quality fruit can do with the talented team we have here.»

At launch, Post & Beam wines will be available for purchase in retail and limited restaurant locations throughout California and direct to consumer at the winery website. Distribution for the brand will continue to expand to more locations countrywide.

About Far Niente Family of Wineries and Vineyards – farnientefamily.com
Far Niente was established in Oakville, CA in 1885 and prospered until the onset of Prohibition in 1919, when the winery ceased operation and the estate was abandoned. Sixty years later, in 1979, the old stone shell of a winery underwent a three-year renovation, which restored the building to its original, 19th century grandeur. During restoration, the name «Far Niente,» which romantically translated means «without a care,» was found carved in stone on the front of the building.

Far Niente helped create the high-end Napa Valley wine market and has served as the benchmark wine estate for more than three decades. Dolce, the only North American winery devoted to a single-late harvest Napa Valley wine was introduced in 1989. Nickel & Nickel, launched in 1997, is focused on producing single-vineyard, 100 percent varietal, Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. EnRoute, established in 2007 in the Russian River Valley, is dedicated to the appellation’s Pinot Noir. Most recently Bella Union, devoted to Napa Valley Cabernet and located along Bella Oaks Lane in Rutherford, introduced its first wine with the 2012 vintage. Together, the wineries comprise the Far Niente Family of Wineries and Vineyards.

 

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Caliber Continues ‘Restoring You’ With a Virtual Food Drive to Alleviate Childhood Hunger

LEWISVILLE, Texas, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Living its purpose of Restoring the Rhythm of Your Life®, Caliber, with its portfolio of automotive services brands (including <a target="_blank"…

LEWISVILLE, Texas, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Living its purpose of Restoring the Rhythm of Your Life®, Caliber, with its portfolio of automotive services brands (including Caliber Collision, the nation’s largest auto collision repair company), is holding its ninth annual ‘Restoring YouFood Drive virtually this fall, benefiting 72 local food banks across the country.

Caliber, which encompasses Caliber Auto Care and Caliber Auto Glass, in addition to Caliber Collision (with 1,173 centers across 33 states), is committed to helping alleviate childhood hunger by supporting food bank services that are now in more demand than ever. In turn, these programs serve children who are at even greater risk of food scarcity and rely on subsidized meals. Caliber is facilitating donations online, which can be made today through Nov. 30 via ryfooddrive.com. Donations also can be made through point of sale at checkout in Caliber centers or by scanning a QR code.

«It is clear that our local food banks are experiencing heightened demand,» Steve Grimshaw, CEO of Caliber, said. «We have seen communities banding together during this challenging time, yet we recognize that there is a greater need to continue closing the gap on childhood hunger. Every year, millions of kids go hungry and this year has been harder than ever, and we are asking our communities to help us fill local food banks in order to alleviate childhood hunger.»

In the past decade, Caliber teammates, customers and partners have come together to donate more than 20 million meals to local food banks. As food banks are experiencing an increased demand for food supplies due to the current environment, Caliber’s virtual food drive aims to supply food banks that serve the most vulnerable children in communities nationwide.

«At Caliber, our purpose is to Restore the Rhythm of Your Life® for our teammates, customers, partners, and the communities we serve,» Grimshaw said. «We are equally committed to restoring the rhythm of regular meals for at-risk children throughout our communities.»

To donate to Caliber’s food drive this year, go to ryfooddrive.com. To learn about Caliber’s history of community involvement, including the annual food drive, visit calibercollision.com/about-us/community-involvement.

About Caliber
Founded in 1997, the Caliber portfolio of brands has grown to 1,200+ centers nationwide and features a full range of complementary automotive services, including Caliber Collision, the nation’s largest auto collision repair provider across 33 states, as well as the broadest network of OEM-certified collision centers in the U.S; Caliber Auto Care (formerly Service First Automotive, for mechanical repair services and quick oil changes); and Caliber Auto Glass (for repair and replacement).

Caliber was the first to feature a collision national lifetime warranty and today leads the industry in customer service, the latest technology, and specialized services such as dedicated Non-Drive facilities and certified, express repair centers.

With the purpose of Restoring the Rhythm of Your Life®, Caliber’s 21,500+ teammates are committed to getting 1.5 million customers back on the road safely—and as quickly as possible—every year. Dedicated to providing an outstanding customer experience, Caliber continues to rank among the highest customer satisfaction scores in the industry. Learn more about Caliber at calibercollision.com.

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Diamond Resorts Obtains Permanent Injunction In False Advertising Lawsuit Against Companies Renting Out Use Of Vacation Points

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Diamond Resorts®, a global leader in the hospitality, vacation ownership and entertainment industries, announces the successful resolution of a lawsuit it brought against several companies accused of misleading timeshare owners. Diamond has obtained a permanent injunction against Kyle Brown, Martin Brown, and five business entities they own or operate – Exchange Points Club, LLC,…

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Diamond Resorts®, a global leader in the hospitality, vacation ownership and entertainment industries, announces the successful resolution of a lawsuit it brought against several companies accused of misleading timeshare owners. Diamond has obtained a permanent injunction against Kyle Brown, Martin Brown, and five business entities they own or operate – Exchange Points Club, LLC, Premier Rewards, LLC d/b/a Member Perks, LLC, VMG Resorts LLC, Vacation Management Group, LLC, and Owner Extras LLC.

The case – Diamond v. Exchange Points, et al., which was filed in the United States District Court of Nevada – was brought in response to activities by defendants in which they were accused of:

  • Engaging in an advertising campaign directed at Diamond Resorts® members that falsely suggested an affiliation with Diamond Resorts® so as to trick members into turning over control of their vacation points.
  • Renting out the use of Diamond Resorts® points to their own customers by falsely presenting themselves as authorized distributors of vacation stays at Diamond Resorts properties.
  • Charging Diamond Resorts® members a substantial up-front fee for the «service» of renting out their vacation ownership points, even though Defendants have no authorization to do so.

«We believe that this scheme was designed to deceive our valued members,» said Mike Flaskey, CEO, Diamond Resorts®. «We hope this case sends a clear message that Diamond Resorts will do everything in our power to protect our members.»

As a result of a permanent injunction entered by the court, the Defendants are prohibited from soliciting Diamond Resorts® members, advertising to the general public any products or services related to Diamond Resorts®, selling access to any of the Diamond Resorts®, renting out the use of Diamond Resorts® points on behalf of members, and claiming or implying any affiliation with Diamond Resorts®. The permanent injunction is preceded by a preliminary injunction awarded by the Court last July against several of the defendants.

Businesses fraudulently targeting timeshare owners have been particularly rampant in Missouri. In July, Missouri Attorney General Schmitt announced that his office filed a lawsuit against Brian Scroggs and the so-called timeshare exit companies under his control: Vacation Consulting Services LLC, VCS Communications, LLC, The Transfer Group, LLC, and Real Travel L.L.C for defrauding consumers. According to the complaint, customers rarely received the services they were promised by Scroggs despite paying large fees and many customers were left in financial peril after following his companies’ misleading advice. In February, Schmitt filed a lawsuit against Martin Management and its owner Steve Martin. According to the lawsuit, despite paying Martin Management for timeshare exit services, consumers claim the company never delivered the promised services.

While the vast majority of members enjoy their vacation ownership, Diamond Resorts® also understands that life circumstances can change and provides options for members seeking to safely modify or leave their vacation ownership behind. To learn more about red flags and report possible fraudulent third-party exit activity, visit TimeshareCancellationAwareness.com .

About Diamond Resorts
Diamond Resorts® offers destinations, events and experiences to help members make a habit of breaking from the routine. From unforgettable getaways to exclusive concert series to VIP receptions and dinners, members turn to Diamond to recharge, reconnect and remind each other what matters most. Our focus on quality resorts, customer service and flexibility means members can return to a favorite resort, book a cruise to explore new countries or attend a once-in-a-lifetime event with the same level of confidence and anticipation. With access to a world of entertainment and activities, a Diamond membership ensures that people are always looking forward to vacation.

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Real Ghost Tours of Minneapolis Back for an Extra Scary Season amidst Covid

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Real Ghost Tours (http://www.realghosttours.com), the original ghost tours of Minneapolis, are back for another season of guided, paranormal walking tours of the Saint Anthony Main neighborhood. Now mostly outdoors, this…

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Real Ghost Tours (http://www.realghosttours.com), the original ghost tours of Minneapolis, are back for another season of guided, paranormal walking tours of the Saint Anthony Main neighborhood. Now mostly outdoors, this researched dramatization, drawing on real legends and real history in the actual places in which the people lived and died, the events that took place, and the ghosts that have been seen, is a scary and safe option for individuals and small groups this October.

Nowhere is paranormal existence more felt than in the oldest parts of Minneapolis. This is the site of the original St. Anthony Falls, which drew engineers and entrepreneurs, loggers and lumber pirates, saloonkeepers, floozies, and scoundrels of every stripe. Today, it is still the site of some of the city’s most historic buildings and, allegedly, its best-known ghosts.

«Nearly the entire history of Minneapolis in the last three centuries flows through Saint Anthony Falls and the old mills and buildings in this area,» said Bill Neuenschwander, owner of Mobile Entertainment, which runs Real Ghost Tours. «At Real Ghost Tours, we share real history, which can be scarier than any haunted house or gore fest.»

Real Ghost Tours combine stories, history, and participatory ghost-hunting into one 90-minute interactive experience. The tour takes place around the buildings of St. Anthony Main–– the oldest buildings in Minneapolis–– as well as the Pillsbury A Mill, the Soap Factory, and other places rich with interesting and paranormal history.

We employ high-quality audio equipment so folks can hear the content of the tour while distancing themselves from those outside their bubble. Tour guides will speak into a mic that will broadcast to individual Bluetooth speakers spread out amongst guests. Pre-recorded ghost stories and haunting music will play from the speakers between tour stops, too!
Tours cost $20 per person, but guests can purchase a paranormal investigation equipment kit for an additional $10 to gain hands on ghost hunting experience. The kits include dowsing rods, flashlights, and either an EMF meter or an infrared thermometer. Other spooky knick knacks will be available for purchase at our storefront, as well.

Tours run Thursday-Sunday from 7 p.m.- 1 a.m., and depart from 125 Main Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (from the Magical History Segway Tour store). For more information, call 952-888-9200 or visit http://www.realghosttours.com.

COVID-19 Preparedness Plan: Mobile Entertainment is committed to keeping our guests and employees as safe as possible during the serious and uncertain times of the coronavirus. We are adhering to the Minnesota Department of Health’s precautions and have implemented safety procedures to our business operations. Some highlights of our COVID-19 plan are that all employees must wear masks at all times, while guests must wear masks while inside our building, and are highly encouraged to wear it during the tour. We clean and sanitize everything that our guests come into contact with, from pens to dowsing rods. We also keep tours to a maximum of 10 distanced people.

 

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U.S. Electric Truck Market to Witness Massive Growth in Near Future, finds P&S Intelligence

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The automotive sector leads to heavy emissions of greenhouses gases (GHG), which is expected to be the key reason behind the massive 51.6% CAGR the U.S. electric truck market would witness during 2020–2030. At this rate, the revenue generated from the sale of these trucks will…

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The automotive sector leads to heavy emissions of greenhouses gases (GHG), which is expected to be the key reason behind the massive 51.6% CAGR the U.S. electric truck market would witness during 2020–2030. At this rate, the revenue generated from the sale of these trucks will rise from $211.5 million in 2019 to $15,084.3 million by 2030.

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The main enabler for the U.S. electric truck market advance would be the initiatives being taken at the state level to transition to a cleaner economy. For instance, since the U.S.’s pullout from the Paris Climate Change Agreement, the District of Columbia and 23 states have initiated policies to drastically reduce their GHG emissions. Subsequently, in most of the states, the emissions have been targeted to be reduced by up to 28% from the 2005 levels by 2025.

Get the sample copy of this report at @ https://www.psmarketresearch.com/market-analysis/us-electric-truck-market/report-sample

Despite the call for a greener planet, the U.S. electric truck market hasn’t been immune to the devastating effect that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the worldwide automotive industry. With manufacturers and major commercial firms in the country forced to shut down their operations, the demand for logistics services has drastically reduced. Due to this, companies are not investing heavily on the purchase of trucks, which has further led to low revenue for electric truck manufacturers.

The fastest growth in the U.S. electric truck industry in the years to come would be witnessed by the heavy-duty trucks (HDT) category, based on vehicle type. The growth in the e-commerce sector of the country is leading to the increasing demand for bulk freight services, which are enabled by HDTs. This, coupled with the growing government support for electric mobility, is encouraging trucking companies to purchase HDTs.

Browse detailed report overview with in-depth COVID-19 impact analysis on U.S. Electric Truck Market Research Report: By Vehicle Type (Light-Duty Truck, Medium-Duty Truck, Heavy-Duty Truck), Propulsion (Battery Electric Vehicle, Hybrid Electric Vehicle, Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle, Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle), Range (0–150 Miles, 151–250 Miles, 251–500 Miles, >500 Miles), Battery Capacity (<100 kWh, 100–200 kWh, 201–300 kWh, >300 kWh), Application (Logistics, Municipal) – Industry Analysis and Growth Forecast to 2030 https://www.psmarketresearch.com/market-analysis/us-electric-truck-market

During the next decade, the highest value CAGR in the U.S. electric truck market, of 66.1%, under segmentation by battery capacity, is predicted to be seen in the >300 kilowatt-hours(kWh) classification. On account of the increasing demand for long-distance logistics services, truck manufacturers are working to launch HDTs with a higher battery capacity.

Logistics has been the highest-revenue-generating application in the U.S. electric truck market, and the same situation would present in the coming years. With the rapid growth being witnessed in the country’s retail, manufacturing, and e-commerce industries, the deployment of electric trucks for logistics will continue increasing.

Make enquiry about this report at @ https://www.psmarketresearch.com/send-enquiry?enquiry-url=us-electric-truck-market

The largest revenue contribution to the U.S. electric truck market is made by the state of California. The Californian government is providing $12–20 million annually till 2020 for the purchase of these automobiles. Additionally, in June 2020, the Advanced Clean Truck initiative was launched by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), in order to make sure that 2045 onward, only electric trucks are sold in the state.

To make the most of the rapidly expanding U.S. electric truck market, automakers are increasingly launching newer models of such automobiles, with the following few features:

  • Faster acceleration and higher driving range and power
  • Reducedrate of environment degradation
  • Higher battery capacities
  • Wide price range
  • Availability in more than one propulsion option

The key players in the U.S. electric truck market are Workhorse Group Inc., BYD Co. Ltd., Chanje Energy Inc.,Tesla Inc.,Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corp., Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, Orange EV, General Motors Co., Nikola Motor Co.,and Ford Motor Co.

Browse More Reports:

Global Electric Truck Market

The global electric truck market is predicted to reach 1,508.1 thousand units by 2025 and is expected to progress at an 18.5% CAGR during the forecast period.
https://www.psmarketresearch.com/market-analysis/electric-truck-market

Autonomous Commercial Vehicle Market

Numbers of investments are being made for developing autonomous commercial vehicles, which is predicted to further the growth of the market.
https://www.psmarketresearch.com/market-analysis/autonomous-commercial-vehicle-market

About P&S Intelligence

P&S Intelligence is a provider of market research and consulting services catering to the market information needs of burgeoning industries across the world. Providing the plinth of market intelligence, P&S as an enterprising research and consulting company, believes in providing thorough landscape analyses on the ever-changing market scenario, to empower companies to make informed decisions and base their business strategies with astuteness.

Contact:
Prajneesh Kumar
P&S Intelligence
Contact: +1-347-960-6455
Email: enquiry@psmarketresearch.com
Web: https://www.psmarketresearch.com

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U.S. Electric Truck Market to Witness Massive Growth in Near Future, finds P&S Intelligence

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The automotive sector leads to heavy emissions of greenhouses gases (GHG), which is expected to be the key reason behind the massive 51.6% CAGR the U.S. electric truck market would witness during 2020–2030. At this rate, the revenue generated from the sale of these trucks will…

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The automotive sector leads to heavy emissions of greenhouses gases (GHG), which is expected to be the key reason behind the massive 51.6% CAGR the U.S. electric truck market would witness during 2020–2030. At this rate, the revenue generated from the sale of these trucks will rise from $211.5 million in 2019 to $15,084.3 million by 2030.

P and S Intelligence Logo

The main enabler for the U.S. electric truck market advance would be the initiatives being taken at the state level to transition to a cleaner economy. For instance, since the U.S.’s pullout from the Paris Climate Change Agreement, the District of Columbia and 23 states have initiated policies to drastically reduce their GHG emissions. Subsequently, in most of the states, the emissions have been targeted to be reduced by up to 28% from the 2005 levels by 2025.

Get the sample copy of this report at @ https://www.psmarketresearch.com/market-analysis/us-electric-truck-market/report-sample

Despite the call for a greener planet, the U.S. electric truck market hasn’t been immune to the devastating effect that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the worldwide automotive industry. With manufacturers and major commercial firms in the country forced to shut down their operations, the demand for logistics services has drastically reduced. Due to this, companies are not investing heavily on the purchase of trucks, which has further led to low revenue for electric truck manufacturers.

The fastest growth in the U.S. electric truck industry in the years to come would be witnessed by the heavy-duty trucks (HDT) category, based on vehicle type. The growth in the e-commerce sector of the country is leading to the increasing demand for bulk freight services, which are enabled by HDTs. This, coupled with the growing government support for electric mobility, is encouraging trucking companies to purchase HDTs.

Browse detailed report overview with in-depth COVID-19 impact analysis on U.S. Electric Truck Market Research Report: By Vehicle Type (Light-Duty Truck, Medium-Duty Truck, Heavy-Duty Truck), Propulsion (Battery Electric Vehicle, Hybrid Electric Vehicle, Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle, Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle), Range (0–150 Miles, 151–250 Miles, 251–500 Miles, >500 Miles), Battery Capacity (<100 kWh, 100–200 kWh, 201–300 kWh, >300 kWh), Application (Logistics, Municipal) – Industry Analysis and Growth Forecast to 2030 https://www.psmarketresearch.com/market-analysis/us-electric-truck-market

During the next decade, the highest value CAGR in the U.S. electric truck market, of 66.1%, under segmentation by battery capacity, is predicted to be seen in the >300 kilowatt-hours(kWh) classification. On account of the increasing demand for long-distance logistics services, truck manufacturers are working to launch HDTs with a higher battery capacity.

Logistics has been the highest-revenue-generating application in the U.S. electric truck market, and the same situation would present in the coming years. With the rapid growth being witnessed in the country’s retail, manufacturing, and e-commerce industries, the deployment of electric trucks for logistics will continue increasing.

Make enquiry about this report at @ https://www.psmarketresearch.com/send-enquiry?enquiry-url=us-electric-truck-market

The largest revenue contribution to the U.S. electric truck market is made by the state of California. The Californian government is providing $12–20 million annually till 2020 for the purchase of these automobiles. Additionally, in June 2020, the Advanced Clean Truck initiative was launched by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), in order to make sure that 2045 onward, only electric trucks are sold in the state.

To make the most of the rapidly expanding U.S. electric truck market, automakers are increasingly launching newer models of such automobiles, with the following few features:

  • Faster acceleration and higher driving range and power
  • Reducedrate of environment degradation
  • Higher battery capacities
  • Wide price range
  • Availability in more than one propulsion option

The key players in the U.S. electric truck market are Workhorse Group Inc., BYD Co. Ltd., Chanje Energy Inc.,Tesla Inc.,Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corp., Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, Orange EV, General Motors Co., Nikola Motor Co.,and Ford Motor Co.

Browse More Reports:

Global Electric Truck Market

The global electric truck market is predicted to reach 1,508.1 thousand units by 2025 and is expected to progress at an 18.5% CAGR during the forecast period.
https://www.psmarketresearch.com/market-analysis/electric-truck-market

Autonomous Commercial Vehicle Market

Numbers of investments are being made for developing autonomous commercial vehicles, which is predicted to further the growth of the market.
https://www.psmarketresearch.com/market-analysis/autonomous-commercial-vehicle-market

About P&S Intelligence

P&S Intelligence is a provider of market research and consulting services catering to the market information needs of burgeoning industries across the world. Providing the plinth of market intelligence, P&S as an enterprising research and consulting company, believes in providing thorough landscape analyses on the ever-changing market scenario, to empower companies to make informed decisions and base their business strategies with astuteness.

Contact:
Prajneesh Kumar
P&S Intelligence
Contact: +1-347-960-6455
Email: enquiry@psmarketresearch.com
Web: https://www.psmarketresearch.com

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Joint Collaboration Between Livox, Zhito and FAW Jiefang Propels Autonomous Heavy-Duty Truck Into the Smart Driving Era

A new milestone in mass production of lidar systems and integration into autonomous vehicles

SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Livox Tech, a world-leading lidar manufacturer, announced its collaboration with FAW Jiefang Automotive Co., Ltd. («FAW Jiefang») and Suzhou Zhito Technology Co., Ltd. («Zhito Technology»). FAW Jiefang is an OEM manufacturer with the highest sales globally for heavy-duty trucks, while Zhito Technology is a vehicle intelligence research and…

A new milestone in mass production of lidar systems and integration into autonomous vehicles

SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Livox Tech, a world-leading lidar manufacturer, announced its collaboration with FAW Jiefang Automotive Co., Ltd. («FAW Jiefang») and Suzhou Zhito Technology Co., Ltd. («Zhito Technology»). FAW Jiefang is an OEM manufacturer with the highest sales globally for heavy-duty trucks, while Zhito Technology is a vehicle intelligence research and development company launched by FAW Jiefang. As one of the world’s top manufacturers of commercial vehicles, FAW Jiefang has been the leader in heavy-duty trucks sales in China for four consecutive years and the industry’s top performer in the sales of tractors for 14 consecutive years, and sales for a single brand globally for two years in a row.

Recently, FAW Jiefang and Zhito Technology unveiled the J7 L3 super-truck, a joint development by the two companies. Partnering with Livox to add automotive-grade lidars, the J7 L3 model is the first mass production heavy-duty truck to use lidar. This historic partnership pushes truck manufacturing and logistics into the era of smart driving with the latest hardware and software.

Livox boasts a unique solid-state rotating-polygon technology and is supported by DJI’s established supply chain management and manufacturing capabilities as well as quality control system. Through years of experience, Livox has managed to overcome bottlenecks such as cost, reliability, and production scalability that have restricted the large-scale application of lidar in the past. Livox products meet the requirements for automotive-grade lidars in autonomous driving, and are highly regarded by the research and development, quality, and commercial teams of Zhito Technology.

Lidar is an indispensable core sensor in high-level autonomous systems because of the advantages it offers such as superior range perception and low-light environment adaptability. Statistics show that heavy-duty commercial trucks typically run on highways continuously for over 17 hours a day. Such year-round, high-intensity use meant that FAW Jiefang’s requirements for Livox lidars were much higher than for passenger vehicles. These strict requirements include higher reliability, stability, and vibration resistance along with a 10-year design life cycle and 1.5 million miles.

Through fast and efficient communication with customers as well as its sophisticated smart manufacturing and supply chain system management, Livox was able to successfully achieve these stringent product requirements. This collaboration is a new industry milestone for the large-scale mass production of lidars since the collaboration with Gaussian Robotics in July this year for a mass production at the 10,000-unit scale.

Livox’s unique patented hermetic packaging technology DL-PACK ensures the high reliability of core emission and reception components while simplifying the focusing process on the production lines. One-time automatic focusing is applied on each Livox product, rendering the manufacturing process dozens of times more efficient than with traditional mechanical lidars. These enable mass production at a large scale while reducing the assembling cost dramatically.

Besides ensuring mass production deliverability, automotive-grade components are also used for all the core parts of Livox Horizon. They meet the AEC-Q and other relevant standards, and have passed reliability standard tests such as ISO16750 and IEC60068 and fulfilled the EMC test standards of ISO11452, ISO7637 and CISPR25. These ensure the service life of the products and various test standards and results meet the automotive-grade requirements.

Backed by DJI’s automotive-grade smart manufacturing center, the Livox production lines are installed with state-of-the-art test equipment and automotive-grade laboratories certified by the state. Furthermore, the planned annual mass production capacity for a single production line has been set at 100,000 units, with four to five production lines to be rolled out eventually at the manufacturing center to meet the annual production requirement of 500,000 lidars. Livox has achieved a major breakthrough in its research and development of automotive-grade lidars, and has the capacity to tackle automotive-grade mass production projects with ease. This ensures the reliability and timely delivery of the smart vehicle products for the FAW Jiefang J7 L3 project.

With competitive advantages such as high product performance, automotive-grade reliability, and mass production guarantee, Livox looks forward to collaborating with more partners in the future to provide better perception solutions and make smart driving a reality as soon as possible.

About FAW Jiefang
Established on January 18, 2003, FAW Jiefang Automotive Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer of heavy, medium, and light-duty trucks as well as buses, with an annual vehicle production capacity of 310,000 units. In 2019, it manufactured 369,700 vehicles and sold 336,000 vehicles, of which 21.8% were medium and heavy-duty trucks. FAW Jiefang has been the industry’s leader in the sales of heavy-duty trucks for four consecutive years and medium and heavy-duty trucks for three years in a row, while having achieved the highest sales for a single brand globally for two consecutive years. It has also been the industry’s top performer in the sales of tractors for 14 consecutive years, and has recorded substantial growth in the sales of light-duty trucks for four years in a row.

About Zhito Technology
Established in 2019, Zhito Technology is a technology research company launched by FAW Group Co., Ltd. It is the first smart-vehicle company launched by an OEM in China. Zhito has taken the lead in applying autonomous-driving products to various scenarios such as highways, ports and industrial parks. It is the technology company that covers the broadest range of scenarios for autonomous commercial vehicles with the fastest implementation speed in China. Backed by the brand and technical support of FAW Group Co., Ltd., Zhito Technology has brought together dozens of partners from the industry chain within a year of its establishment, to form the Zhito smart-driving eco-sphere. The company is committed to transforming itself into the leading brand in China for autonomous commercial vehicles.

About Livox
Livox Technology Company Limited is an independent company founded in 2016 through DJI’s Open Innovation Program. Livox seeks to revolutionize the lidar industry by providing sensors that offer better performance at a fraction of the cost of traditional lidar units. By making lidar far easier and affordable to integrate into products and applications, Livox will transform innovations in autonomous driving, smart cities, mapping, mobile robotics and more. Livox products are sold in more than 30 countries around the world today, including Canada, China, the European Union, Japan and the United States.

For more information, please visit:
Website: https://www.livoxtech.com
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/LivoxTech
Facebook: https://facebook.com/LivoxTech
Google Groups: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/livox-lidars 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/livox-tech

P&O Cruises officially welcomes new ship Iona to its fleet – a «positive signal for the future»

SOUTHAMPTON, England, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — At an official handover ceremony with the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany on Friday, P&O Cruises took ownership of Iona, the latest addition to its fleet and the largest cruise ship ever built for the UK market.

At 185,000 tonnes, 345m in length with 17 guest decks and setting new ground for guest experience, Iona is the first British cruise ship to be powered by liquefied…

SOUTHAMPTON, England, Oct. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — At an official handover ceremony with the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany on Friday, P&O Cruises took ownership of Iona, the latest addition to its fleet and the largest cruise ship ever built for the UK market.

At 185,000 tonnes, 345m in length with 17 guest decks and setting new ground for guest experience, Iona is the first British cruise ship to be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG).

P&O Cruises president, Paul Ludlow, who was present at the event in Papenburg and signed the Protocol for Delivery and Acceptance said:

«Iona’s delivery is a very positive signal for the future of cruising. She is now officially part of the P&O Cruises fleet and we are focused on readying her to welcome guests during her new maiden season to Northern Europe, Spain, Portugal and the Canary Islands from our home port of Southampton.

«Already eagerly anticipated by our guests, crew and the communities we visit, events this year have increased the sense of anticipation even more.

«Whilst our operations are currently paused until early 2021 Iona will not be sailing for the moment but we look forward to our guests experiencing this game-changing ship as we will continue to offer unparalleled holidays at sea whilst also upholding the latest approved travel protocols.»

Iona will also herald a new era in cruise holidays with many first of their kind features including the unique two-deck SkyDome. Its glass dome roof and spacious layout flooded with natural light offers relaxing and unrivalled views of the surrounding sky and sea. SkyDome is a tranquil pool environment by day with dining and entertainment by night, including stunning specially commissioned aerial entertainment shows under the stars.

Guests can also craft individual gins at the first ever gin distillery at sea or unwind in the Oasis spa featuring a range of destination-themed treatments.

Iona will have eight specialty restaurants including yet to be unveiled concepts, as well as 13 entertainment venues, four swimming pools including a spectacular infinity pool at the aft of the ship and 16 whirlpools.

For more information or to book, call P&O Cruises on 03453 555 111, visit www.pocruises.com or visit a travel agent.

About P&O Cruises 

P&O Cruises is Britain’s favourite cruise line, welcoming guests to experience the good life and enjoy a blend of discovery, relaxation and exceptional service catered towards British tastes.  P&O Cruises fleet of premium ships combine genuine service, a sense of occasion and attention to detail, ensuring guests have the holiday of a lifetime, every time.

In 2021, P&O Cruises will launch Iona. The new LNG-powered ship, with 5,200-guest capacity, will be the largest ship built to serve the UK market. Iona will feature enhancements to already successful brand signature venues from the existing fleet, as well as features newly developed for Iona. These include a breathtaking three deck atrium in the heart of the ship as well as SkyDome – an exclusively designed glass dome by award-winning British engineers Eckersley O’Callaghan. This will be a world first at sea and offer a unique space for both relaxing in all weathers and providing entertainment, featuring aerial performers and a wealth of live acts.

P&O Cruises visits over 200 destinations worldwide and offers itineraries generally ranging from two to 17 days and also an annual world cruise. P&O Cruises sails to Australia & New Zealand, Baltic, the British Isles, Canada, the Spain, Portugal & the Canary Islands, the Caribbean, Central America, Dubai & the Arabian Gulf, the Far East & Asia, the Indian Ocean, the Mediterranean, Scandinavia, South America, the South Pacific, the United States and Western Europe.

The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE:CUK).  

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