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Schaeffler demo vehicle hits 2020 CAFE targets without electrification; 15% cut in fuel consumption; 48V hybrid system for 2025

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Schaeffler Efficient Future Mobility North America demo vehicle in Detroit. Automobile manufacturers who decide to install a second low-voltage on-board electric system (48 volts in addition to the standard 12-volt system) can also integrate other suitable innovations into the vehicle. Click to enlarge.

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FAW teams up with RoboSense on automotive-grade solid-state smart LiDAR sensor for serial production

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The RS-LiDAR-M1 is designed in a streamlined body that allows it to be easily embedded onto any part of the vehicle for the complete aesthetics of automobile. The closest to commercialized version of the RS-LiDAR-M1 will be used for FAW’s automotive-grade testing and self-driving passenger cars research development.

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NXP and partners launch European test drive to showcase the future of Communicating Cars

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The demo cars, which are fitted with secure NXP communications technology, will showcase the benefits of smarter traffic control including improved road safety and reduced pollution. TÜV Süd, Automobile clubs AvD and ANWB as supporters of V2X communications. Honda: supplying the cars for the tour.

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Air Products to Supply H2 Fueling Equipment for Transportation Demo Project in India

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The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Delhi, a pioneer in hydrogen research in India, will oversee the project’s management, and the vehicles will be developed by Mahindra & Mahindra, one of the major automobile manufacturers in India, in collaboration with IIT-Delhi.

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LeddarTech showcasing 2D and 3D solid-state LiDARs for mass-market autonomous driving deployments; Leddar Ecosystem

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During CES, Leddar sensing solutions for automotive applications will also be showcased by various high-profile exhibitors, including Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), Magneti Marelli, OSRAM, FEV, TI, DLH Bowles and TriLumina.

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Nissan backs DeltaWing experimental racer; competing at Le Mans with half the fuel

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Its innovative design and forward-looking technology have encouraged the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), the organizers of the famous Le Mans 24 Hours, to invite the car to run in this year’s race from ‘Garage 56’, the spot in the pitlane reserved for experimental cars.

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GM and LG jointly to develop EVs; expanding corporate partnership in multiple areas

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“This is a strategic development for LG and we fully support GM’s goal to lead the industry in the electrification of the automobile.” The Cruze EV demo fleet will be powered by batteries (31 kWh pack) from LG Chem and propulsion systems (motor/inverter) from LG Electronics. Earlier post.)

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