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Ford and Automatic Labs working together to support connected-car solutions

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The app will display actual mpg for all trips; detect fill-ups; and track local gas prices. While Automatic’s device has been available in Apple and Best Buy stores since last year, this is the first time the company has teamed up with an auto manufacturer to experiment with its in-vehicle entertainment and communications system.

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Volvo enhances mobile app to support V60 plug-in hybrid

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Volvo Car has enhanced its mobile app, Volvo On Call, with a new design, extra features and added vehicle connectivity. The app also enables users to connect with the plug-in diesel V60 Hybrid. Detailed data of each trip during the last 40 days can be downloaded and stored. New features include: Enhanced driving journal.

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Ford unveils new 2015 Focus four-door sedan; 1.0L EcoBoost with start/stop comes to US model

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These include a new shock absorber valve design providing improved interior quietness, and a change to the rear suspension to give drivers a more connected feel to the road. The electric power-assisted steering has been retuned to make the driver feel even more connected to the road. For Europe, as announced last year, the Focus 1.0-liter

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Ford reveals redesigned 2015 Ford Focus with 1.0L EcoBoost engine option

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The new Focus also includes the European debut of SYNC 2, Ford’s advanced in-car connectivity system that features high-resolution color touch screen and advanced voice control for easier access to audio, navigation, climate control and mobile phones. For Europe, as announced last year, the Focus 1.0-liter l/100 km (54.7

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Road Test: 2024 Range Rover Velar Dynamic SE Mild Hybrid

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A 48V lithium-ion battery is replenished through regenerative braking that converts kinetic energy into electric energy and stores it in the battery when applying the brakes or coasting. liter mild hybrid has an EPA rating of 19 mpg city/25 highway and 21 combined. There is no plug on the Range Rover to recharge the battery.

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Mitsubishi shows XR-PHEV concept at LA Show

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This allows the vehicle to supply enough electricity to power the typical household’s domestic appliances for a full day from energy stored within the main-drive lithium-ion battery pack and up to a maximum of 10 days when the engine (with a full tank of gas) is used to recharge the energy supply within the main-drive lithium-ion battery pack.

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Flash Drive: 2023 Lucid Air Touring AWD

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Overhead, an optional Glass Canopy ($4,500) that is seamlessly connected to the windshield creates a sunroom effect from the hood to the rear window. To use Amazon Alexa, it is necessary to set up an Alexa account and download the app. I have used this system in other cars and the account and app steps were not necessary.