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J U L Y 14
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Shifting gears: More Americans get back behind the wheel
(BPT)–The COVID-19 pandemic
has had an undeniable, unavoidable
impact on our world–from the way
we conduct business, to how we shop
for groceries. It has shifted our idea of
what is important in life, and according
to Hankook Tire's latest Gauge
Index, Americans say spending time
with family is a top priority. In light
of everything 2020 has brought so far,
Americans are shifting gears with a
renewed emphasis on things we may
have previously taken for granted:
from time spent with loved ones, to
road trips to our favorite vacation destinations,
and even surprisingly, our
daily commute.
THE RISE OF THE ROAD TRIP
Summer is normally synonymous
with taking a break and making an
escape to somewhere fun, and for
many, the COVID-19 pandemic has
thrown a wrench in those plans. But
Hankook found that nearly two-thirds
(62%) of Americans are still hopeful
and excited about the idea of an
upcoming vacation. And more than
likely, that vacation will be a road trip.
As consumers remain skeptical of
traveling by plane and other forms
of public transit, they are finding a
safe hygiene haven in their own vehicles.
Americans expect to take more road
trips as a result of the COVID-19
pandemic. Many expect a rise in road
trip plans enabling travelers to explore
while still safely adhering to social
distancing guidelines.
So, who are they going with? Even
as restrictions lift, Americans remain
uncertain about traveling with people
outside their households. At the same
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“We’re All About You”
time, they don't necessarily want to
travel with everyone in their household.
When Hankook asked who
Americans would most like to travel
with after the pandemic restrictions
ease, the top choice was their significant
other or spouse (40%), indicating
a desire to spend some quality time
together. Traveling with a spouse or
significant other was more than twice
as popular as the next most popular
choice: traveling with your children
(18%). Good time to check to make
sure your babysitters are available!
REDEFINING THE DAILY DRIVE
Americans' preference for wheels
over wings doesn't just stop when it
comes to planning their next vacation.
It will also have a significant impact
on the daily commute. The Gauge
found that Americans widely agree
automotive travel will be the top form
of transportation after the COVID-19
pandemic eventually subsides (62%).
Only a small percentage of people
expect to regularly use other forms of
transportation–including public transit
(9%), ride sharing (7%) and trains
(6%)–with the same regularity.
Of course, nobody knows what that
regular rush hour might look like, as
offices across the country look for
ways to safely stagger workforces and
encourage working from home to allow
for proper social distancing. Many will
continue to avoid commutes altogether
as companies encourage employees
to keep working from home. When
the time is right to resume your daily
commute to work or school, make sure
your vehicle is ready for the job as well
by checking your tire pressure, any flat
spots developed from prolonged parking
and that A/C systems are ready to
keep things cool this summer!
Overall, it's clear that one of the
many perspectives the COVID-19 pandemic
has reshaped is Americans' attitudes
toward driving. What may have
once been a daily drag might now be
a necessary change in routine, and a
welcome opportunity to spend time
with the people that matter most.
Simple ideas for celebrating every day virtually
(BPT)–For most people, 2020 is a
year of change. Remote work, social
distancing and more have challenged
people to find new ways to connect
with each other. Fortunately, humans
are resilient and their spirit for finding
innovative ways to connect is alive
and well.
Even as the country reopens, many
are still finding the ease of virtual connections
to be appealing. In fact, there
are many unique ways to connect with
friends and family virtually. Here are
some simple ways people are elevating
every day and prioritizing relationships
even from afar:
RECOGNIZE SIMPLE MOMENTS
AND CELEBRATE LITTLE
THINGS
Shift your mindset to focus on the
little things that brighten the day. You
can elevate every day by taking time
to recognize the simple moments and
special events that make life so wonderful.
There’s no need to wait for a
big occasion to celebrate! Send your
friend a text with your favorite memory
of you two together. Write ecards
to family just because. Decorate the
house with streamers to celebrate TGIF
and then send digital pictures to friends
to inspire them to do the same. Be creative
and find ways to make yourself
and others smile.
THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX WITH
VIDEO GATHERINGS
Your bond with friends and family
can grow even stronger when you set
up video meetings to celebrate and
connect. Fortunately, there are many
high-quality video apps to choose from.
Maybe you want to set up a Skype date
to play a board game together even in
different locations? Propose a movie
night and set up a Zoom meeting to
watch the same movie at the same
time. Many people use WhatsApp for
international connection, so you can
set up a family conference call from
different sides of the world. Take the
first step and research the plethora of
free video chat options.
HOST A VIRTUAL WINE
TASTING PARTY
Cheers to any occasion or just everyday
delights with a virtual wine tasting
party with friends. This is a fun way
to sample different varieties and connect
in a meaningful way. For a tasting
party, select a variety of options,
such as a fresh, crisp Sauvignon Blanc
and tropical Chardonnay for whites.
For reds, consider a rich Red Blend,
and a Cabernet Sauvignon satisfies the
craving for a full-bodied wine. Don’t
forget a ripe Rosé, everyone’s favorite
summer wine!
EXPLORE DIFFERENT VIDEO
BACKGROUNDS
Get creative with your setting for
virtual gatherings. Yes, there are times
when your living room or deck will
do, but other times you may want to
jazz things up a bit. For example, set
up tropical decorations and pretend
you are taking a trip to the islands, or,
explore digital backgrounds that can
be added to the technology of your
choice.
UTILIZE SOCIAL MEDIA
PLATFORMS
Social media has been a way to connect
with friends and family for years
now, but recently with quarantines and
social distancing, even more people
are using it to connect to others. Share
images and captions of whatever is
meaningful to you and tag with related
hashtags. Some popular options are
#love, #family and #friends. Get creative
when sipping your wines during
your virtual wine tasting!
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