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MITEI releases report on 3-year study of future mobility; technological innovation, policies, and behavioral changes all needed; “car pride” an issue

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The report highlights the importance of near-term action to ensure the long-term sustainability of personal mobility. Understanding the future of personal mobility requires an integrated analysis of technology, infrastructure, consumer choice, and government policy. —MITEI Director Robert C.

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What is Tesla’s Full Self Driving and why its China rollout matters – ET Auto

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk arrived in Beijing on Sunday on an unannounced visit, where he was expected to discuss the rollout of Full Self-Driving (FSD) software and permission to transfer data overseas, according to a person with knowledge of the matter. ” Still, the U.S. ” Still, the U.S. WHAT IS FSD? Tesla has sold more than 1.7

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Elon Musk visits China as Tesla seeks self-driving technology rollout – ET Auto

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk arrived in Beijing on Sunday on an unannounced visit, where he was expected to discuss the rollout of Full Self-Driving (FSD) software and permission to transfer data overseas, according to a person with knowledge of the matter. Tesla did not respond immediately to a request for comment.

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Musk pushes plan for China data to power Tesla’s AI ambitions – ET Auto

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Until recently, Tesla has focused on efforts to secure approval from Chinese regulators to transfer data generated by its EVs in China out of the country for its “Full Self Driving” ( FSD ) system, according to the two people and an additional person with knowledge of the matter.

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Musk’s big win in China: Tesla clears data security, full self driving hurdles for locally-made cars – ET Auto

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Meanwhile, Reuters reported citing sources that Baidu, a prominent Chinese internet search company, has reportedly struck a deal with Tesla, allowing the car manufacturer access to its mapping license for gathering data on public roads in China. Tesla is dealing with tough competition worldwide, especially from Chinese electric car companies.

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UMTRI study finds US and China could turnover more than 90% of LDV fleet to alternative powertrains by 2050 under very aggressive penetration scenarios

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Turnover of the US fleet under the three models of penetration. A less aggressive approach yielded fleet turnover rates of 60% or more for most countries, while a moderately aggressive approach yielded fleet turnover rates of more than 80% for most countries. Turnover of the Chinese fleet. Click to enlarge.

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BYD’s home city in China now has more supercharging plugs than gas pumps

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Photo: Shenzhen Government Online Shenzhen, the home of Chinese EV giant BYD, says it’s become the first in China to have more supercharging plugs than gas pumps. Your personalized solar quotes are easy to compare online, and you’ll get access to unbiased energy advisers who will help you every step of the way. The city of 12.5

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