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USDOT preparing to issue solicitation for Phase 1 of Connected Vehicle Pilot Deployment program

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The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) is preparing to issue (on or before 15 January 2015) a solicitation for a full and open competition to procure services for the Connected Vehicle (CV) Pilot Deployment program, Phase 1: Concept Development. Accordingly, USDOT has issued the synopsis notice ( DTFH6115R00003 ) for Phase 1.

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NXP & Tongji University collaborate on Shanghai Intelligent And Connected Vehicle Demonstration Program

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and Tongji University announced the continuation of their successful collaboration through the new Shanghai Intelligent and Connected Vehicle Demonstration Program. Dedicated to developing customized connected car solutions for the Chinese market based, the joint lab utilizes NXP’s technology competencies and market experience solutions.

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Mercedes-Benz further expands Car-to-X communication; pothole detection

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If the chassis control unit registers such an event, and the “Car-to-X Communication” service is activated, the information is sent to the Mercedes-Benz Cloud in real time via the mobile phone network, together with positional data. Mercedes-Benz passenger cars produced from 2016 onwards can receive the warning information.

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Sekisui House, Toshiba and Honda in joint exhibit at Smart Mobility City 2013

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will jointly exhibit at Smart Mobility City 2013, an organizer-themed project to be held from 22 November through 1 December 2013 within the 43 rd Tokyo Motor Show. Sekisui House will exhibit “Slow Living,” a display space that pursues the comfort of people, and “Mobility Life,” fun living while being connected with mobility products.

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German alliance develops new active matrix LED headlights; 1,024 individually controllable light points

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A German research alliance has developed the basis for smart, high-resolution active matrix LED headlights, which takes adaptive forward lighting to a new dimension. Both headlights contain three LED light sources, each with 1,024 individually controllable light points. This allows the driver to see these vehicles more clearly.

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US DOT launches largest-yet road test of V2X connected vehicle crash avoidance technology

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The US Department of Transportation (DOT) today launched the largest-yet road test of connected vehicle crash avoidance technology in Ann Arbor, Michigan. NHTSA will use the valuable data from the ‘model deployment' as it decides if and when these connected vehicle safety technologies should be incorporated into the fleet.

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New DOT research shows drivers support connected vehicle technology, appreciate potential safety benefits

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The information gathered from the program showed that an overwhelming majority of drivers would like to have the features included in their own vehicles, and most believe the technology would be useful in improving driver safety. DAC application were: EEBL: Emergency Electronic Brake Lights. Earlier post.). LTA: Left Turn Assist.

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