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Didi Chuxing sets up JV with China EV maker BAIC-BJEV; next-gen connected car systems; Transportation Brain

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Ltd (JingJu) aims to combine the two companies’ strengths in new energy fleet operation and AI transportation solutions to develop next-generation connected-car systems. DiDi started partnership programs with automakers and fleet operators in 2016, and launched the DiDi Auto Alliance, an industry-chain partnership network in April 2018.

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Peugeot introducing eU01s 45 km/h electric bicycle

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The eU01s will be presented at the Paris Motor Show and launched at the end of 2016. The eU01s has optimized safety and reliability thanks to its 180 mm hydraulic disk brakes, and its maintenance-free belt transmission. The eU01s will be launched in December 2016 through the CYCLEUROPE network and selected PEUGEOT dealers.

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Tesla-style Over-the-Air updates will save OEMs $1.5B: research

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Tesla has routinely fixed issues with its cars, remedying everything from faulty rear-view cameras to tail light issues , with OTA updates that are downloadable with an internet connection and applied, in some instances, while drivers are asleep. ” GM’s 2016 recall of 3.6

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Cadillac launches its first mild hybrid in China

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More than 63,000 units have been delivered since its local introduction in April 2016. Cloud-based apps provide convenient access as well to information about authorized dealers and service facilities. It also adds a new nine-speed automatic transmission. The XT5 is one of Cadillac’s most popular models in China.

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IMI calls on UK Government to invest £30M in hybrid and electric vehicle training; affordability issue

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In the UK, the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is calling on the UK Government to make a £30-million (US$37-million) investment in specialist electric and hybrid vehicle training for thousands of maintenance and repair technicians in the independent retail sector. —Steve Nash, IMI CEO.

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Toyota launches e-Palette autonomous electric concept and mobility system

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Announced in 2016, the MSPF is Toyota’s framework for a range of connected vehicle applications, providing a full suite of services needed to support Mobility-as—Service (MaaS) ranging from vehicle leasing and insurance to fleet management and big data. Toyota remains committed to making ever better cars.

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Road Test: 2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD

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The 15 speakers cleanly and clearly pumped-out tunes from SiriusXM and AM/FM/HD/CD, with connectivity through dynamic voice command, Bluetooth streaming audio, and hands-free telephone and messaging with Siri Eyes Free. A bit about that Lexus dealer. Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid. Road Test: 2016 Lexus RX 450h Hybrid.

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