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TTTech Auto expands in China with MotionWise software platform for automated driving

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TTTech Auto , the Vienna-based provider of automotive safety software, is expanding its operations with a dedicated subsidiary in China. TTTech Auto already has a presence in the Chinese market through its joint venture Technomous operated together with SAIC Motor, China’s largest automotive manufacturer.

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Geely Auto forms new premium electric car company Zeekr; SEA EV architecture

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Geely Auto Group (Geely Auto) officially announced the widely reported formation of Zeekr—a new electric mobility technology and solutions company based in China that will serve growing global demand for premium electric vehicles. Zeekr aims to deliver a new electric vehicle to market each year in the coming five years.

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First all-electric MINI Convertible to premiere at Auto Shanghai 2023

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The all-electric MINI Cooper SE Convertible ( earlier post ) celebrates its world premiere at Auto Shanghai, 18 to 27 April at the China Expo Convention and Exhibition Complex, Shanghai. The MINI Cooper SE Convertible (power consumption combined: 17.2

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S&P Global Mobility: average age of light vehicles in US hits record high 12.5 years

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With more than 284 million vehicles in operation (VIO) on US roads, the average age of cars and light trucks in the US has risen again this year to a new record of 12.5 In addition, the continued rise of light trucks/utilities means the number of passenger cars on the road will fall beneath 100 million for the first time since 1978.

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2024 New York Auto Show: Hyundai Doubles Up

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NEW YORK -- Hyundai kicked off the 2024 New York International Auto Show by dropping the new Tucson and a refreshed Santa Cruz minitruck. The Santa Cruz gets an interior and exterior refresh, standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the XRT trim gets beefed up a bit with all-terrain tires and front tow hooks.

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EPA Releases New Auto Emissions Rule

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The EPA released it final rule on exhaust emissions from cars and light duty trucks this week. The post EPA Releases New Auto Emissions Rule appeared first on CleanTechnica. Not everyone is happy.

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QOTD: What Do You Want to See from The 2024 New York Auto Show?

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Tomorrow is the press/media day for the 2024 New York Auto Show. We'll be all over the 2024 New York International Auto Show. Unlike the quiet Chicago show -- so quiet I never bothered to write a recap -- there is an expectation of some news being made in the morning, though the afternoon looks light. Sound off below.