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Continental focusing on automated driving as key long-term technology strategy; receives approval to test automated vehicles on Nevada roads

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As a reflection of this focus, Continental has just received approval from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to test autonomous vehicles on the state’s public roads. Continental’s testing license is for the company’s highly automated vehicle, and represents the first license granted by the Nevada DMV to an automotive supplier.

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Devil in the Details: World Leaders Scramble To Salvage and Shape Copenhagens UNFCCC Climate Summit

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Although most countries have already revealed their opening emissions reduction proposals, UNFCCC Executive Secretary Yvo de Boer pointed out Thursday that “ we still await clarity from industrialized nations on the provision of large-scale finance to developing countries for immediate and long-term climate action. by Jack Rosebro.

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US advances review of Nevada lithium mine amid concerns over endangered wildflower – ET Auto

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Nevada is home to the only existing lithium mine in the US and another is currently under construction near the Oregon line 220 miles (354 kilometers) north of Reno. Nevada is home to the only existing lithium mine in the US and another is currently under construction near the Oregon line 220 miles (354 kilometers) north of Reno.

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The Tesla Autopilot Excuse: How EV ignorance created the perfect storm for a misinformation nightmare

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Opinion: Consumer Reports’ Tesla Autopilot stunt crossed a line in an already-heated EV climate. The fire chief also stated that firefighters did not call Tesla for help, and he was unaware of any hotlines for tips on how to control a battery fire. . The First Cracks — And A Persistent Misunderstanding.

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Mercedes-Benz launches new E-Class; new engines, PHEV, driver assistance systems; DRIVE PILOT

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The E 350 e comes as standard with AIR BODY CONTROL air suspension as well as pre-entry climate control that can be controlled from a smartphone app. The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the first series production vehicle to be awarded a test licence for autonomous driving in the US state of Nevada. Assistance systems.

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