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Mercedes-Benz unveils plug-in hybrid Concept IAA: Intelligent Aerodynamic Automobile; Industry 4.0

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Mercedes-Benz said that the “Concept IAA” exemplifies the fundamental technological changes which are taking place in the automobile industry. The primary driving force behind this process of change is digitization—referred to in a business context as “Industry 4.0”. Earlier post.).

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Polestar reduced greenhouse-gas emissions by 6% per car in 2021

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In 2021, Polestar reduced greenhouse gas-emissions per car sold by 6% through its focus on increased efficiency and use of renewable energy. Polestar is targeting a truly climate-neutral car by 2030; to halve carbon emissions per sold car between 2020 and 2030; and to reach climate neutrality across its value chain by 2040.

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MINI Cooper SE Convertible to celebrate its world premiere at Auto Shanghai 2023

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MINI will present its wide product range at the 20th International Automobile Industry Exhibition in Shanghai. The MINI Cooper […] The post MINI Cooper SE Convertible to celebrate its world premiere at Auto Shanghai 2023 appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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BYD debuts E-SEED GT concept car, Song Pro SUV and e Series at 2019 Shanghai Auto Show

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BYD debuted its E-SEED GT concept car and Song Pro SUV alongside its all-new e-series models at the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition. The company also showcased its latest Dynasty series of vehicles, which were recently unveiled at the company’s spring product launch in Beijing. design language.

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Johnson Controls begins production of batteries for Start-Stop vehicles in China

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Johnson Controls is expanding its manufacturing operations in China by beginning production of advanced lead-acid batteries for Start-Stop vehicles to help automakers meet increasingly strict fuel economy and emission regulations. The global Start-Stop market for new vehicles could reach 49 million annually by 2020.

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‘Big opportunity for startups lies in products in India’: Detlev Reicheneder | Autocar Professional

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On the sidelines of the InnerCircle Roundtable sessions in Pune and Bengaluru, Detlev Reicheneder, Senior Director Business Strategy Design and Manufacturing, Autodesk spoke exclusively to Autocar Professional about the startup ecosystem in India, the evolution of design, Artificial Intelligence and additive manufacturing in the automobile industry.

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Auto dealers bet big on new launches, positive sentiment for car sales boost

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Read more FADA is betting big on new car launches, positive consumer sentiments, high demand for SUVs, and improved availability of cars for short and long-term passenger vehicle sales growth in 2024. This comes after the Indian automobile industry registered sales of more than 41 lakh passenger vehicles in 2023.

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