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GM demonstrating embedded and smartphone implementations of V2X communications at ITS World Congress

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General Motors is demonstrating a set of vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V, or vehicle-to-car V2C) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communications (collectively, V2X) systems this week at the Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) World Congress in Orlando. These protocols build on the established IEEE 802.11 Earlier post.).

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GM and AT&T to bring 5G to GM vehicles with enhanced core network; first available in MY2024

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GM and AT&T are collaborating to build a high performance 5G core network. Faster music and video downloads with higher quality. With more advanced features, robust software and faster download speeds, more data is accessible to provide a more convenient customer experience. Faster navigation, mapping, and voice services.

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KDDI, AT&T to connect Toyota and Lexus vehicles in US with 4G LTE starting in the fall

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The ecosystem will build on the joint Global Communications Platform announced by Toyota and KDDI in 2016 to support car connectivity. Toyota Motor North America, KDDI and AT&T will collaborate to enable 4G LTE connectivity for all new model Toyota and Lexus cars and trucks.

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GM EV Factory ZERO first US auto plant to install 5G technology

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Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband network has considerably faster download speeds and greater bandwidth than 4G networks. Ultium is flexible enough to build a wide range of EVs—cars, trucks and more—and is the heart of GM’s future EV lineup ( earlier post ). Factory ZERO is being completely retooled with a $2.2-billion

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ITS Asset Viewer provides insight into asset placements for intelligent transportation systems nationwide

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The survey helps guide federal ITS research and program management, inform Congress, and assess the cost and operational impact of ITS at the national scale. Conducted 10 times since 1997, the survey measures the extent of ITS deployment within 108 metropolitan areas across the United States.

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GM announces broad global strategy for embedded 4G LTE; first rollout in 2014 with MY2015 vehicles; AT&T first carrier partner

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The demo screen of a research Cadillac ATS equipped with 4G LTE connectivity, first shown at the 2013 Mobile World Congress. These enhancements build on OnStar’s existing portfolio of built-in connected services, first introduced in GM vehicles in 1996. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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VW to stage world premiere of ID. Buzz on 9 Mar; two versions to be sold in Europe

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The electric motor builds up its maximum torque of 310 N·m (229 lb-ft) from a standing start. Models are designed so that software updates can be downloaded over the air. The battery supplies a 150 kW (201 horsepower) electric motor that is integrated in and drives the rear axle. Official figures for range are not yet available.

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