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Ford investing US$375M for R&D in Canada; doubling connectivity team, new research and engineering center

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Ford is investing an additional C$500-million (US$375 million) in its Canadian research and development presence, adding connectivity software and hardware engineers and establishing a new Ottawa Research and Engineering Center. Connectivity is the critical component to the future of mobility.

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UPS-led SEUL consortium switches on smart-grid fleet charging solution in London; maxing out on EVs without expensive grid upgrades

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This is achieved with a smart-grid which uses a central server which is connected to each EV charge post as well as the grid power supply and the on-site energy storage. Electric vehicles are an integral component within UPS’s alternative fuel and advanced technology fleet. in 2016.

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Road Test: 2023 Genesis G90 Performance

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Bluetooth connection for up to two devices, USB C-type power and data ports, wireless phone charging and a Wi-Fi Hotspot complete the technology. Ten airbags, vehicle stability management, electronic stability and traction control, along with four-wheel anti-lock brakes are part of the safety suite on the G90.

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Road Test: 2023 Volkswagen Taos SEL 4Motion

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All the connections–and knobs! SiriusXM is part of VW’s Media Device Interface (MDI) with Bluetooth for telephone and streaming music and two USB-C ports—one for charging and one for data. As part of these events we may be offered free transportation, lodging or meals.

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Road Test: 2022 Ford Escape PHEV Titanium FWD

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FordPass Connect offers convenience features such as remote locking and unlocking of the doors and starting the engine, and the 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot can accommodate up to 10 devices, as far as 50-feet away. The Hyundai Nexo Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle is available, but it’s only sold in select areas of California.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

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Entertainment is through AM/FM and SiriusXM, with USB ports, and smartphone integration via Bluetooth and Kia Connect , which included wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The Niro PHEV is offered with an extensive list of standard and optional safety features as part of Kia Drivewise. Road Test: 2019 Kia Niro EV.

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Road Test: 2021 Lexus NX 300h F Sport Black Line Special Edition

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The four-wheel power-assisted disc anti-lock brakes are part of the regenerative charging system that converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. The Lexus Enform Safety Connect allows for emergency help to be summoned with the push of a button. Pricing and Warranties.

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