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First orders for MAN G80 dual-fuel methanol engine

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HJSC) have respectively ordered seven and two MAN B&W G80ME-LGIM dual-fuel engines in connection with the construction of 9 × 9,000 TEU container vessels for HMM Co., the major South Korean integrated-logistics company. Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co. and HJ Shipbuilding & Construction Co.

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What is the Combined Charging System (CCS) Standard?

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The EV charging ecosystem, comprised of EV manufacturers, EV charging station manufacturers, and EV charging network operators among others, understands that interoperability made possible by standards and protocols for EV charging and communications is essential to everyone’s success. The CCS Combo 1 (CCS1) connector uses the standard U.S.

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Volkswagen of America unveils the 2021 ID.4 electric SUV

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This screen can be configured to driver preference, and manages the standard navigation system, all telematics, entertainment, driver-assistance systems and vehicle settings; it is upgraded to a 12-inch Discover Pro Max infotainment display with the Statement package. natural voice control is standard in the ID.4.

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GM introducing US/Canada version of 2013 Chevrolet Spark at LA Auto Show

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The engine is mated to a standard five-speed manual transmission for competitive city and highway fuel economy. The MyLink infotainment system, featuring the personalized connectivity of Pandora and Stitcher internet radio, will be offered on 1LT and 2LT models when Spark goes on sale in the United States and Canada in mid-2012.

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India-bound Citroen Basalt Vision Coupe SUV Teased, Debut On March 27

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The Citroen Basalt Vision Compact Coupe SUV will be built for India and South America markets based on the C-Cubed platform Citroen has announced it will be revealing the new Basalt Vision Coupe SUV on March 27, 2024, developed for Indian and South American markets. Expect the equipment levels to include a 10.1-inch

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Toyota to explore integration of SmartDeviceLink Technology with Ford subsidiary; open source version of Ford AppLink

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In August 2011, Toyota and Ford agreed to collaborate on development of next generation standards for in-car telematics to enable a safer, more secure and more convenient driving experience. Works with vehicle-embedded voice recognition technology, and so not limited by cellular connections or available bandwidth for functionality.

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Ford to introduce next version of AppLink next year for improved smartphone integration

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Several weeks after Ford introduced its next-generation SYNC 3 in-vehicle connectivity system ( earlier post ), the company announced it will roll out Ford SYNC AppLink 3.0 Ford already has rolled out its AppLink technology globally, including North America, South America, Europe and Asia Pacific.

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