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JANUARY 3, 2014

Hyundai’s next generation of products, starting with the all-new 2015 Genesis, will allow owners to connect with their vehicle using wearable devices. Hyundai’s cloud-based Blue Link platform makes features like remote start and service information quickly accessible through new devices like Google Glass and others.

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DECEMBER 29, 2014

Ford has issued its third annual trends report, a compilation of consumer research and insights from thought leaders around the world, which is intended to provide a look at micro-trends expected to influence products and brands for 2015 and beyond. Consumers need a clear signal amid the noise to translate the information into action.

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MARCH 27, 2017

According to a report from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA), US energy-related CO 2 emissions decreased by 146 million metric tons (MMmt) in 2015 to 5,259 MMmt, down 2.7% Energy-related CO 2 emissions in 2015 were about 12% below 2005 levels. —“US Energy-Related Carbon Dioxide Emissions, 2015”.

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JANUARY 8, 2015

Visteon Corporation is demonstrating its latest vehicle connectivity solution at the 2015 International CES. Addressing the connected vehicle architecture, Visteon’s SmartCore solution integrates traditional driver information, infotainment and connectivity through one seamless human machine interaction (HMI).

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MAY 18, 2020

For the customer, for example, it makes it possible to certify the repair and maintenance information on a vehicle when it is resold. Groupe Renault has been working on blockchain technology since 2015. In the blockchain, any new item of information will not overwrite an existing item.

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Financing Maintenance Manufacturer 2015 476

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JUNE 26, 2015

The application process for the fourth (2015) BASF/VW “ Science Award for Electrochemistry ” ( earlier post ) is now open. Researchers have until 24 July 2015 to apply. The awards ceremony will take place on October 28, 2015, in Tokyo, Japan.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2014

This compatibility will be offered as an option for the “Toyota Safety Sense P” active safety package that will be made available in 2015 on select new models sold in Japan. Right-turn Collision Caution (using road-to-vehicle communication). Click to enlarge. Communicating Radar Cruise Control (using vehicle-to-vehicle communication).

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DECEMBER 17, 2014

The average US household will spend about $550 less on gasoline in 2015 compared with 2014, as annual motor fuel expenditures are on track to fall to their lowest level in 11 years, according to projections by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Gasoline prices are forecast to go even lower in 2015.

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JULY 21, 2021

Despite volatility in global oil markets, US crude oil exports reached a record high in 2020, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). In the summer of 2015, the United States and Mexico entered into an oil exchange agreement, and the restrictions on oil exports were fully lifted in December 2015.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Responses are due no later than 5:00pm (ET) on 13 March 2015. The RFI seeks input in three areas: AFV consumers and fleets; vehicle OEMs and suppliers; and general AFV procurement.

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JANUARY 5, 2018

per gallon in 2017, 27 cents/gal (13%) higher than in 2016, but two cents/gal less than in 2015, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). US regular retail gasoline prices averaged $2.41 Higher crude oil prices in 2017 contributed to higher gasoline prices. Source: US EIA, Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Update.

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DECEMBER 11, 2014

The demand for oil in 2015 will drop to its lowest level since 2002 because of an oversupply of crude and stagnant economies in China and Europe, according to OPEC’s latest forecast. And the cartel’s next meeting to discuss production levels isn’t scheduled until June 5, 2015. by Andy Tully of Oilprice.com. Source: [link].

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JANUARY 6, 2015

Audi and INRIX are introducing INRIX XD Traffic services to Audi vehicles in North America, available in model year 2015 Audi vehicles with Audi connect. INRIX XD Traffic delivers real-time navigation information to the driver, including routes, travel times and alerts to incidents on the road.

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AUGUST 22, 2023

EPA established the current standards at a level of 70 parts per billion in 2015 and retained them in 2020, after concluding that there was little new information to suggest the need for revision. In many of the areas designated as not meeting the current 2015 standards, work remains.

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Ozone EPA Standards Pollution 150

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JUNE 8, 2016

Waterfall plot of the 2013 700 bar compressed hydrogen storage system cost baseline and 2015 cost status update. The cost reductions identified from the 2013 baseline to the 2015 update are shown. Schematics of the 2020 target and Ultimate target are shown to illustrate DOE FCTO’s request for input on how best to reach the targets.

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APRIL 3, 2015

Tesla Motors announced that it delivered, in total, 10,030 cars in the first quarter (Q1) of 2015—a new company record for the most deliveries in a quarter and a 55% increase over Q1 last year. Tesla does not break out deliveries by region.

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MAY 10, 2020

An international team of researchers has used satellite images to map urban growth between 1985 and 2015. Urban area dynamics during 1985–2015 at the global and continent scales. They then extracted cells from the two fusion maps that changed from non-urban in 1985 to urban in 2015.

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MARCH 28, 2016

Global plug-in light duty vehicle (PEV) sales increased by about 80% in 2015 to 565,668 units, according to figures compiled by Argonne National Laboratory and posted by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Global plug-in light vehicle sales, 2011-2015. Source: EIA; data compiled by Argonne National Laboratory.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The 2022 Fuel Economy Guide, released by ORNL for the DOE/EPA fueleconomy.gov website, provides up-to-date information on fuel economy, environmental and safety data, so consumers can choose the most fuel-efficient vehicle that meets their needs. ORNL researchers are also working on launching phone apps for fueleconomy.gov.

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JANUARY 5, 2015

Hyundai is showcasing a collection of new technologies at the 2015 CES, highlighting a new augmented reality Head Up Display (HUD); new connectivity and 3D-gesture controls; and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). This system presents more driver information in the form of animations, which describe road conditions ahead.

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JULY 2, 2016

A just-released National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistical projection of traffic fatalities for 2015 estimates that 35,200 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes—an increase of about 7.7% The fatality rate for 2015 increased to 1.12 as compared to the 32,675 fatalities reported in 2014. —NHTSA.

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OCTOBER 22, 2012

HUD technology projects important information such as vehicle speed, onto the windshield so drivers can obtain critical information while keeping their eyes on the road. DENSO plans to introduce the new larger-display HUD to the global market in the 2015 timeframe. The HUD is embedded in the dashboard behind the steering wheel.

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APRIL 14, 2014

The 2015 Chevrolet Cruze will debut at the New York International Auto Show with greater connectivity—including new Text Message Alerts, Apple Siri integration and OnStar 4G LTE with available Wi-Fi hotspot—in addition to revised exterior styling, enhanced interior convenience. Each enables voice-controlled connectivity.

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JULY 24, 2014

Today on Green Car Reports: The 2015 Nissan Leaf gets a handful of updates, a test ride of the Harley-Davdison Livewire electric motorcycle, and the 2015 Toyota Yaris debuts with a new face. The 2015 Nissan Leaf electric car sports a handful of updates. We''ve got full details and pricing information. We take.'

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2015 Nissan Toyota Electric Motorcycles 107

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JANUARY 13, 2014

2015 GMC Canyon All Terrain SLE Extended Cab Short Bed Click to enlarge. GMC revealed the new 2015 Canyon midsize pickup on the eve of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Available apps will connect drivers to music, news, weather, travel information, vehicle data and more. The standard 2.5L A standard 4.2-inch-diagonal

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APRIL 29, 2022

China processed record amounts of crude oil in 2021 to meet rising domestic consumption of petroleum products, according to analysis by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). Energy Information Administration, based on data from China General Administration of Customs, as compiled by Bloomberg, L.P. Source: Graph by the U.S.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

The 2015 Lincoln Navigator full-size SUV, which goes on sale this year, features a new 3.5L EPA-estimated fuel economy for the 2015 Lincoln Navigator (standard wheelbase, 4x2) is 16 mpg city, 22 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined (14.7, V-6 EcoBoost engine delivering 380 hp (283 kW) @ 5250 rpm, and 460 lb·ft (624 N·m) @ 2750 rpm.

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OCTOBER 4, 2013

will collaborate in developing an infrastructure system that integrates the fields of information and communications technology (ICT) and energy to support electromobility. This will make it possible to monitor travel-related information, such as road traffic and vehicle statistics.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2014

2015 Ford Focus. Ford revealed the redesigned 2015 Ford Focus at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the world’s largest exhibition for the mobile industry. The 2015 Ford Focus goes on sale in the second half of 2014. Click to enlarge. The new Focus will make its auto show debut at Geneva next week. Earlier post.).

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DECEMBER 13, 2013

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) ( DE-FOA-0001055 ) for light-duty fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV) fueling infrastructure financing strategies within the context of an early market introduction. Category 4: Fuel cell vehicle suppliers.

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JULY 9, 2013

The Oregon State Senate has rejected SB 488 , a measure that would have repealed the sunset on provisions of the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) in the state in 2015. The low carbon fuel standard (Clean Fuels Program, HB 2186) was adopted in 2009 ( earlier post ), with a sunset provision in 2015.

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MARCH 10, 2014

Audi of America introduced the all-new 2015 A3 Sedan with both the 1.8 The A3 Sedan will be joined later in 2014 by the recently announced Audi A3 Cabriolet, A3 TDI clean diesel, the high-performance S3 Sedan and in early 2015, the A3 Sportback e-tron gasoline electric hybrid (PHEV). 2015 Audi A3 Sedan. TFSI and 2.0

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MAY 3, 2022

In 2021, China imported more liquefied natural gas (LNG) than any other country, according to data from Global Trade Tracker and China’s General Administration of Customs, gathered by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). China began importing LNG in 2006 and, with the exception of 2015, has imported more LNG each year since then.

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OCTOBER 6, 2014

Oregon Environmental Quality Commission authority to adopt these rules expires in 2015 under the current legislation. The proposed Phase 2 rules would provide the Oregon Legislature a fully realized and adopted clean fuels program and information needed to determine whether to lift the sunset.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2012

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) posted its New Material Industry Development Program 2011-2015 on its website. By 2015, China will add 45 kt/a capacity for cathode materials. Among the targets are the development of high efficiency, high-capacity (?

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JULY 31, 2014

Various details have already been released about the radical new 2015 Ford F-150 pickup truck, the first-ever to use an all-aluminum body to reduce weight and improve fuel efficiency.

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AUGUST 28, 2013

Toyota today released a few more nuggets of information about the next, all-new generation of its Prius hybrid car. The all-new Prius, to be released in 2015, is likely to continue each generation''s 10-percent improvement on the fuel economy of its predecessor.

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