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Honda to show EV concept with AI emotion engine from joint project with Softbank

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The emotion engine is the focus of a joint research project with Softbank Corporation that Honda announced in July 2016 to apply the AI technology in mobility products. In June 2016, Softbank Robotics launched “Pepper”—the world’s first personal robot that can not only read emotions but have its own. Earlier post.)

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Forecast: Electric Two-Wheelers Poised for Strong Global Growth; 9% CAGR Worldwide

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Pike global markets forecast of annual electric two-wheel vehicle sales, excluding Asia-Pacific, through 2016. A new report from Pike Research anticipates that the global market for electric two-wheeled vehicles—e-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motorcycles—will grow at a compound annual rate of 9% through 2016. between 2009 and 2016.

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Disneyland will remake its Autopia around EVs in 2026

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Honda might have issue with the term “smog-spewing,” as it noted to Green Car Reports that when it began its sponsorship of Autopia in 2016 it replaced existing engines at the attraction with more efficient Honda iGX270 engines. Since 2016, the attraction has been sponsored by Honda.

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ExxonMobil predicts peak in light-duty vehicle liquid fuels ~2030, but ongoing role for oil in the mix

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As personal mobility increases, average new-car fuel economy (including SUVs and light trucks) will improve as well, rising from about 30 miles per gallon (7.83 In the forecast, global transportation-related energy demand grows close to 30% from 2016 to 2040. l/100 km) now to close to 50 miles per gallon (4.7 l/100 km) in 2040.

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Ford to begin autonomous vehicle testing on California roads; Silicon Valley Lab accelerates Smart Mobility Plan

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Ford expanded its Silicon Valley facility from a 15-person office to a 100-plus-person research and development center. The remaining 20% are Ford employees from the United States, China, Germany and Australia who bring automotive engineering and design expertise. Camera-based pedestrian detection. Data-driven health care.

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Top 5 Electric Vehicle Start-Ups in India

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In September 2016, Kapil Shelke’s Tork Motors unveiled its first product, claiming to be India’s first electric motorcycle. The company’s first electric motorcycle, the TX6, is expected to hit the market soon. WATCH]: Evolve Z and Evolve R electric motorcycles. You may also like.

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Best smart helmets – keep your head safe while you ride!

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There is obviously a high demand for protective headgear for motorcycle owners , bicycle users and more, but it’s 2018 and we won’t settle with the bare minimum. Motorcycle helmets. Any motorcycle rider will recognize Sena. The Sena Cavalry Helmet is a motorcycle half helmet with all communication systems integrated.