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ZF presents advanced steer-by-wire technology for the front axle

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ZF’s smart by-wire systems end the era of mechanical connections and enable a new era of vehicle control. ZF is a leading developer and produces a full range of by-wire systems that that do not require a direct physical connection: Steer-by-wire including rear wheel steering. —ZF CEO Wolf-Henning Scheider.

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GM to introduce at least 10 new New Energy Vehicles in China from 2016-2020; focus on autonomy, connectivity and sharing

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These include the Cadillac CT6 Plug-In, the Buick Velite 5 extended-range electric vehicle and the Baojun E100 electric vehicle—all of which have been introduced in China within the past 12 months. According to Barra, customers do not just appreciate connected vehicles, they demand them.

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Foxconn unveils three EVs developed in-house

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seconds and delivers an extended range of 700 km (435 miles). The rear seat space can transform into a dedicated mobile office, with personal mobile devices seamlessly connected to the passenger car, enabling a series of smart applications such as face recognition door opening, smart windows and vehicle and environment interfaces.

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BlackBerry IVY & Electra’s EVE-Ai™ Take on Secure Data Collection for AI-Powered EV Batteries

Electra Vehicles

BlackBerry developed IVY to securely access and analyze sensor data onboard the vehicle, reducing developer friction and connectivity costs. EVE-Ai then makes actionable recommendations to drivers and vehicle systems for extended range, lifetime, and battery performance.

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Volkswagen’s MEB for EVs: long electric range, open-platform, open-space, pricing for the volume market; “tablet on wheels”

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The MEB will be the foundation for an entirely new generation of battery-electric vehicles designed not only to be electric and feature extended range, but to be connected, autonomous, open and priced for the volume market as required by Volkswagen’s positioning. The first production MEB vehicle, a version of the I.D.

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Cadillac boosts performance of ELR plug-in hybrid for MY2016, cuts MSRP by $9K; $58,495 net after Fed credits

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Cadillac has greatly enhanced the performance of its ELR extended range electric vehicle (plug-in hybrid) ( earlier post ) for the 2016 model year, and is also cutting the MSRP by $9,005, bringing the starting price down to $58,495 net after the $7,500 US federal tax credit (MSRP = $65,995). Personal technology.

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First Ride: 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning

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The XLT adds the larger battery, increasing the range to 300 miles and adding some standard equipment for just under $53,000. Ford expects the Lariat and Platinum trim levels to appeal more to the personal truck owners. Extended-Range. They add a 15.5-inch inch touchscreen and other equipment. 60 minutes: 19 miles.

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