UPS is likely one of the largest supply methods within the U.S., and many individuals depend on its common service hours to get their packages delivered on time. Luckily for them, evidently UPS will principally function like regular within the days main as much as Christmas. According to the official web site’s 2023 Year-End Holiday Schedule, regular pickup and supply providers will likely be obtainable Monday, December 18 by means of Friday, December 22. There will even be particular Saturday pickup and supply providers on December 23. All providers, besides UPS Express Critical, will likely be closed on December 24-25 in observance of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
For these wishing to have packages delivered earlier than Christmas, UPS states that December 19 is the final day to ship UPS 3 Day Select packages, December 20 is the final day to ship UPS 2nd Day Air packages, and December 21 the final day to ship UPS Next Day Air packages for them to be delivered by Friday. After that, packages that may have been delivered on a vacation date will likely be rescheduled for supply on Tuesday, December 26.
Volkswagen can also be providing a 4 12 months free service worth package deal (SVP) with its flagship providing, the Tiguan.
Maximum reductions of over Rs 4 lakh are being supplied with the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Both Taigun and Virtus could be had with advantages of over Rs 1 lakh.
All presents are legitimate until the top of 2023.
Volkswagen has launched year-end advantages on all its choices in India, together with the Virtus. These advantages comprise money reductions, trade bonuses, company reductions, and extra. Special advantages are additionally out there for all three fashions. Let’s discover the provide particulars for every mannequin. All presents are legitimate until the top of 2023.
Tiguan Offers
Offers
Amount
Cash Discount
Up to Rs 75,000
Exchange Bonus
Up to Rs 75,000
Corporate Discount
Up to Rs 1 lakh
4 Year SVP
Worth Rs 85,999
Special Benefits
Up to Rs 84,000
Total Benefits
Up to Rs 4.20 lakh
The Volkswagen Tiguan will get the very best company low cost value Rs 1 lakh, amongst all VW fashions.
It additionally will get a free 4 12 months service worth package deal (SVP) value Rs 85,999.
The Tiguan additionally comes with particular advantages of as much as Rs 84,000.
Just just like the Taigun, the Volkswagen Virtus can also be out there with a money low cost of as much as Rs 1 lakh.
Customers can avail particular advantages of as much as Rs 30,000 with the Virtus.
Prices for the Volkswagen Virtus vary from Rs 11.48 to Rs 19.29 lakh.
Note
The reductions might range relying on the variants, colors, state or metropolis. Please contact your nearest Volkswagen dealership for extra particulars.
Most of the carmakers listed here are offering complimentary service examine, with Hyundai and Mahindra even providing some low cost on insurance coverage and restore invoices, respectively
The Michaung cyclone has thrown regular life out of substances in Chennai, Tamil Nadu over the previous few days, resulting in main flooding. Consequently, there have been quite a lot of automobiles which had been broken due to all of the waterlogging within the Southern state. In a bid to supply some aid to such house owners, some carmakers comparable to Hyundai, Mahindra and Volkswagen at the moment are providing help by introducing varied initiatives.
Hyundai
Hyundai Motor India has introduced a donation of Rs 3 crore to the aid fund for these affected whereas additionally participating in aid work like offering meals, shelter and medical help to affected communities. For Hyundai’s affected clients, the marque has arrange an emergency roadside help group whereas additionally providing a 50 % low cost on depreciation on insurance coverage claims of cyclone-affected automobiles. Affected car house owners can attain out to Hyundai’s buyer care group on 1800-102-4645.
Volkswagen
The cyclone-affected Volkswagen house owners in and round Chennai can avail free roadside help. Volkswagen may also offer precedence ‘comprehensive service check’ to the shoppers affected within the area to make sure well timed repairs for flood-related damages. Affected automotive clients can immediately contact Volkswagen Roadside Assistance at 1800-102-1155 or 1800-419-1155.
Mahindra has additionally introduced just a few initiatives to supply assist to affected clients which will probably be legitimate until the tip of 2023. It is providing roadside help (RSA) inside 50 km to tow the affected automobiles to the closest Mahindra service centre. All affected automobiles will probably be inspected and assessed for harm freed from cost, whereas house owners may bag reductions on restore invoices. Customers can contact Mahindra’s service group on 1800-209-6006 or join by way of WhatsApp on 7208071495.
While the involved authorities take all of the steps essential to convey the state of affairs underneath management, we request all our readers to remain protected and take care of their households. If you personal a automotive that’s submerged in water, keep away from beginning as it might result in harm (recommendation echoed by Mahindra as effectively). For manufacturers not talked about right here, we recommend car house owners examine with their nearest dealership for any assist required.
You take your automotive to the vendor’s service division hoping the car leaves in higher situation than when it arrives. Sadly, that wasn’t the case for this Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio that crashed right into a Porsche 911 and a Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class on show within the showroom’s car parking zone, as photographs shared to Reddit present.
The proprietor instructed Motor1 that he took this 2017 Giulia Quadrifoglio to the vendor for minor repairs. Then, the store referred to as to inform him there was an accident. “They told me they were doing a test drive after the repairs, and a minivan cut them off, causing the driver to overcorrect and swerve up the embankment, hit a tree, and go airborne,” the proprietor says. Other Reddit threads about this incident stated the service particular person was drunk. “I don’t believe alcohol was involved, that just seems to be a Reddit rumor,” he stated.
Going airborne undersells the scene. The Giulia Quadrifoglio crashed on prime of the 911, inflicting the Alfa’s rear to relaxation contained in the Porsche’s passenger compartment. The Italian mannequin’s nostril got here to relaxation in opposition to the GLE’s aspect, making a bridge between the three automobiles.
Judging by the harm, the Porsche and Alfa Romeo are possible totaled. The 911’s roof is crushed in, and the Giulia’s nostril is smushed. There’s additionally possible untold harm to the Alfa’s undercarriage, which may significantly hurt varied mechanical elements.
To make issues even sadder for the proprietor, he had solely owned this Giulia Quadrifoglio for 5 months. The automotive had a customized exhaust and was lately handled to some vinyl work.
The harm to the Mercedes does not look as excessive. It’s secure to imagine, nevertheless, that not many consumers would desire a new GLE that already has a crash on its car historical past report.
We requested the proprietor how the vendor was responding to the technician crashing his automotive however have not heard again but. Since a service particular person was driving, the showroom must be accountable for making issues proper. Hopefully, they make the proprietor entire by paying for the damages.
The Honda Global Technician Contest has concluded. Around 89,000 service staff members from across the globe applied to participate in the contest, but only 23 were chosen to compete at the Honda Technical College Kanto in Fujimino city. Initially, there were six finalists, and after the finals, two winners emerged victorious.
The competition took place on October 8, 2023, with 23 top service specialists competing in two categories: Commuter and FUN. Although Honda has organized localized competitions for its service staff in the past, this contest marked the first time that the Japanese brand decided to make it a worldwide event.
Two models were fielded by Honda, including a Super Cub 110 and a CB650R (not the new one, just in case you’re wondering). The Super Cub was used for the Commuter category while the CB650R was used for the FUN category. Honda plans to organize this contest every four years.
The winners and other finalists were asked a round of questions about their experiences with Honda’s team.
Commuter Category Winner: Masngudin (Indonesia)
Q: Please tell us why you wanted to become a Honda Service staff member in the first place?
I originally studied automotive at a technical school and had a strong interest and passion for technical things. I wanted to work for AHASS to improve my technical skills, gain knowledge related to abnormal noise and vibration diagnosis, and contribute to the largest motorcycle manufacturer in Indonesia with the most extensive user and after-sales network.
Q: What do you find most rewarding and thrilling about being a service staff member?
“I feel a sense of pride and fulfillment when a customer is pleased and wants to return to my shop again, emphasizing the importance of accuracy in the job.”
Q: What made you and how did you decide to compete in the Technician Contest?
“To experience world-class competition and check my skill level while competing with other service staff members from around the world.”
Q: Is there anything you practice on a daily basis to improve your skills?
“Three months prior to the competition, I started training twice a week for physical fitness and practicing for the competition. I also held a training camp for mental preparation and to be ready to take on the challenge with very high motivation.”
Q: What’s your feeling about winning the competition?
“To be honest, I did not think I would win. The major contributing factors were learning and practicing knowledge and skills, maintaining physical endurance and strength, and practicing in various ways.”
FUN Category Winner: Wu Chun-Yi (Taiwan)
Q: Please tell us why you wanted to become a Honda service staff member in the first place?
“When I was around 18 years old, I was given a 125cc motorcycle that was in poor condition. I repeatedly repaired the motorcycle by myself and felt a great sense of accomplishment, which inspired me to become a motorcycle service staff member.”
Q: What do you find most rewarding and thrilling about being a service staff member?
“I find it rewarding to use my specialized knowledge to solve problems and ensure that the motorcycle maintains its original performance, which gives me a great sense of accomplishment.”
Q: What made you and how did you decide to compete in the Technician Contest?
“I wanted to interact with contestants from all around the world and see where I stood among Honda service staff members.”
Q: Is there anything you practice on a daily basis to improve your skills?
“I verify things by reading manuals and repairing my own motorcycles. I think it’s more important to face each repair case properly than to think and act on “what kind of technician I want to be.”
Q: What’s your candid feeling in winning the competition?
“I’m really happy! After observing the highest levels in technical skills from every technician in this competition, I’m honestly shocked that I was able to win. But I feel that I should not be satisfied with this, and I’d like to continue to further hone my skills and apply them to my job.”
Other finalists were asked about the most rewarding and thrilling aspects of being a service staff member.
“I find it rewarding when customers say “thank you” after returning their repaired vehicle. I also feel great pleasure in this job when I’m able to solve a difficult problem. And most importantly, I really love motorcycles and the whole process in maintaining and repairing them,” said Xing Deqing (China), Commuter Category finalist.
The service camp will be run from November 20 to November 26, and customers can avail benefits on spare parts, accessories, and more
Renault India has announced its nationwide winter service camp for all its customers in preparation for the upcoming winter season. The service camp will run for a week, from November 20 to November 26. During this time, customers can bring in their cars to be checked for optimal performance in colder driving conditions. Renault’s authorized dealerships across the country will conduct the check-up performed by trained professionals. The complimentary check-up will include a detailed examination of all key functions of the car.
The winter service camp will not apply any charges for the check-up. However, Renault is offering a 15 percent discount on labor charges for any necessary fixes identified during the check-up. Additionally, customers can benefit from a 10 percent discount on selected parts, up to 50 percent off on some accessories, and 10 percent off on Renault’s extended warranty and roadside assistance packages. My Renault customers will receive an additional 5 percent off on select parts and accessories, as well as a complimentary car wash.
The week-long initiative will include various offers such as a 10% discount on select parts, up to 50% off on selected accessories, and a 15% discount on labor charges. Moreover, My Renault customers will receive an extra 5% off on select parts and accessories, and a complimentary car wash. Renault India is also offering a 10% discount on “Renault Secure” and “Renault Assist,” which provide extended warranty and roadside assistance, respectively.
The Renault Winter Camp will be held from Nov 20th to Nov 26th at all Renault India dealerships. The camp aims to ensure optimal performance and safety of Renault vehicles during the challenging winter season. The initiative will involve complimentary car check-ups, attractive offers, and engaging activities for customers. Renault’s goal is to provide an unforgettable experience for its customers during the camp.
Mr. Sudhir Malhotra, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Renault India, expressed the company’s commitment to customer satisfaction and providing an exceptional brand ownership experience through the Winter Camp. He highlighted the aim of optimizing the performance and safety of Renault vehicles during the challenging winter season.
The service camps have received overwhelming responses from customers across the country, and the company will continue to build on such customer connect activities as it expands its presence in India. Renault has dedicated its efforts to establishing a strong base in India through strategic business measures, network expansion, customer-centric activities, and various marketing initiatives focused on ensuring unmatched customer satisfaction.
Gmail, Google’s free email service, is almost 20 years old having launched as an invite-only public beta on April 1, 2004. In its early days, that invite-only scarcity and the fact that it seemed like Google was building a better mousetrap made Gmail accounts highly desirable in ways that other free email services weren’t. Rightly or wrongly, there’s long been a perception of AOL, Yahoo, and Hotmail addresses somehow being lesser in a way that Gmail just isn’t.
Gmail officially exited beta status after over five years of being used by the general public, and since then, it’s become ubiquitous. With 15GB of storage included, a clean interface, and all sorts of features that allow you to filter your Gmail inbox, it’s an excellent option for anyone willing to be immersed in Google’s ecosystem. The features don’t come close to ending there, though: For example, for the privacy-conscious, Gmail lets you send password-protected emails with the password being text messaged to the recipient’s mobile phone number. So if, for some reason, you haven’t already gotten on board, let’s go over how you can set up your own Gmail account and join over one billion current active users.
How to set up Gmail
To set up a new Gmail account from your web browser:
Click the type of account you want from the resulting drop-down menu — personal, child, or work/business — but for the purposes of this guide, we’re going with For my personal use.
Enter your name and click Next.
Select/enter your date of birth and gender (there are options for Rather not say and Custom), then click Next.
Click the radio button next to your preferred option among the two suggested email addresses or Create your own Gmail address — and enter your email address of choice if you chose that option — then click Next.
Enter your password of choice in both the Password and Confirm boxes, then click Next. Make sure to use something that’s relatively secure and not something you use for any other account.
Enter your mobile phone number and click Next so Google can begin the process of verifying that you’re a human being and not a spam bot.
Enter the code you were texted and click Next.
Final Gmail browser setup steps
There are still a few more steps to get past before your Gmail account is live:
If you have another active email address that you’d like to use for account recovery, enter it in the Recovery email address field and click Next. Otherwise, click Skip.
Gmail will ask if you want a phone number added to the account for security purposes, with the number you entered previously being auto-filled in the Phone number field. You can change the number if you want, but regardless, you can click Next to proceed with whatever number you choose or Skip to move on without entering an account phone number.
Make sure that the account information that you entered is accurate, then click Next.
Read Google’s “Privacy and Terms” agreement, scroll down, and click I agree at the bottom of the page.
Click Confirm to confirm the personalization settings or More options to examine what you can tinker with. There, you can opt out of saving your web and app activity to your Google Account, being served personalized ads, and/or saving your YouTube history in your Google account. Then click I agree at the bottom of the More options page when you’re done.
That’s it! You’ve set up a new Gmail account! But what if you want to sign up on your phone instead of in a desktop/laptop browser?
Mobile instructions
To sign up for Gmail, you need to do so through the mobile app. If you want to use Gmail on an Android phone, it’s almost surely pre-installed, and if want to use Gmail on an iPhone, you need to download it from the App Store. From there:
Open the Gmail app.
If you don’t already have any accounts, you’ll immediately be asked to set up an account, so follow the onscreen prompts. If you already have an account and want to add a second, new one, tap the menu button in the upper right-hand corner and then Add another account.
Tap Google.
Authenticate (fingerprint/passcode, etc) to verify you’re the phone’s owner if prompted.
Tap Create account below the login interface, then choose For my personal use or For work or my business. Again, we’re using the former for this guide.
Enter your name and tap Next.
Enter your birthday and gender and tap Next.
Tap the suggested email of your choice or Create your own email address. If you pick the latter, enter the address of your choice and tap Next.
Enter your password of choice and click Next.
Final instructions for mobile
To continue account setup in the Gmail app:
When asked if you want to add a phone number, tap Skip or Yes, I’m in. If the latter, it’ll use the number assigned to your phone. You can also tap More options and choose to either not add a phone number, opt-in and add your number across all Google services, or add the number for account security purposes only. Tap your choice and then tap Done.
Tap Next so your number can be verified.
Review that your account info is correct and tap Next.
Review the Terms of Service, scroll down, and tap I agree.
Prompted to Confirm personalization, you can Confirm or see More options. If you tap the latter, you can choose whether or not you want to save your web and app activity to your Google Account, be served personalized ads, and/or save your YouTube history in your Google account by tapping the relevant options. Then tap I agree.
The Ohio-class submarines have been in service since 1979 when the USS Ohio was first launched. While many specifications remain classified, we know that each Ohio-class submarine is 560 feet long and has a width of 42 feet. Powered by a nuclear reactor, the submarines generate 60,000 horsepower at the propellor shaft using two turbines. They can travel faster than 20 knots (23 miles per hour) when submerged at depths over 800 feet and 12 knots (14 miles per hour) while cruising on the surface. Thanks to their nuclear powerplants, their operational range is listed as “unlimited.”
An Ohio-class submarine is operated by a crew of 140 enlisted service members and 15 officers. These crew members can spend up to 77 days at sea before returning to port for necessary maintenance and supplies. However, if needed, the submarines have onboard hatches that can be used to supply essential items like food and water to the crew while on a mission. This feature allows the Ohio-class submarines to stay at sea for as long as the mission requires. The nuclear fuel onboard can reportedly support operations for more than 15 years before they need any refit or overhaul, according to the U.S. Navy.
Crunchyroll’s new mobile game service is launching with five titles that align with the platform’s Anime and East Asian focus. The initial games available are: “River City Girls,” “Wolfstride,” “Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery,” “inbento,” and “Captain Velvet Meteor: The Jump+ Dimensions.”
Making its mobile debut, “River City Girls” is an action-packed beat-em-up game featuring characters from the “River City” and “Double Dragon” franchises. The game supports local two-player co-op with Bluetooth controllers. Another exclusive mobile debut for Crunchyroll is “Wolfstride,” an RPG that centers around a giant mecha tournament and former Yakuza members.
“Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery” is an indie game that offers a more tranquil experience, classified as a visual novel. Players solve puzzles and use painting brush strokes to control the game and explore mesmerizing panoramic worlds inspired by Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli visuals. The charming puzzle game “inbento” features cute cats and bento cuisine, offering more than 120 levels to enjoy. Lastly, “Captain Velvet Meteor: The Jump+ Dimensions” is a tactical action game set in the imagination of a young boy named Damien. The game includes characters from the popular online manga publication Shōnen Jump+.
Android users can now dive into any of these games and enjoy playing. And if they ever want a break, they can easily go back to streaming Crunchyroll’s media content.
The BMW Group is introducing Proactive Care, a new customer service offering driven by data and AI. This innovative solution enables vehicles to identify and anticipate service requirements, allowing for proactive solutions and enhancing the customer experience. The initial applications for existing and upcoming vehicle generations are already live, with continuous improvements and additional functionalities planned for the future.
BMW vehicles have been sending service-related data directly to BMW dealers for several years, facilitating targeted interaction between customers and dealers. With Proactive Care, BMW takes the initiative by reaching out to customers rather than the other way around. The portfolio of dealer service requirements is continuously expanded and, where applicable, integrated with the advantages of artificial intelligence. This development represents the next stage in the evolution of connected vehicles and customer service.
Proactive Care provides various benefits when servicing is required. Through data analysis and the recording of customer preferences, the system enables digital tire diagnosis, fault message identification, and custom proposals for solutions. Depending on the situation, customers are notified via the My BMW app, in-car notifications, email, their preferred dealer, or a telephone call from Roadside Assistance. Proactive Care ensures a long-term improvement in customer service, from self-help suggestions (such as solving problems via a Remote Software Upgrade) to flexible support for guaranteed mobility, and even guidance on the right dealer within the global network if a workshop visit is necessary. The system also offers options like online appointment scheduling and personalized service videos with online payment handling.
Proactive Care is available worldwide for all BMW models with BMW Operating System 7 or later (as of version 07/2019). To access this service, customers need an active BMW ConnectedDrive contract and must register their vehicle in the My BMW app or My BMW portal using their BMW ID and contact details.* By accepting the Privacy Policy, enabling push notifications in the app, and consenting to be contacted by BMW AG or their BMW Service Partner, customers can ensure data collection for Proactive Care. The service always provides transparent information about the work carried out, associated costs, and the expected completion time.
Data protection and transparency are fundamental principles for BMW. The company places great importance on the confidentiality and integrity of personal data, and prioritizes data protection and security. BMW adheres to the General Data Protection Regulation and national laws, such as the German Federal Data Protection Act, collecting data intelligently and for specific purposes. This commitment extends to systems installed in vehicles.
With Proactive Care, BMW offers a revolutionary service experience that emphasizes customer satisfaction as a central focus.
*The available service scope of “Proactive Care” may vary depending on the country of delivery.
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