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BMW launches new head unit for SAE Level 2+ automation with HERE HD Live Map

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HERE Technologies announced the BMW Group is utilizing the HERE HD Live Map, HERE’s high-definition map, to enable hands-free driving in the United States and Canada. HERE is one of the world’s first companies to provide high-definition maps for Level 2+ automated driving capabilities in series production vehicles.

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ASX and Spirit AeroSystems partner to develop affordable eVTOL aircraft for mass production

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Airspace Experience Technologies ( ASX ), an aviation technology start-up, and Spirit AeroSystems, a global aircraft design and manufacturing company, have signed a memorandum of understanding and a definitive agreement to cooperate on creation of affordable, certified all-electric, vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

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Elon Musk explains Tesla’s non-adoption of market surveys for its products

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk definitely seems to be following a playbook that’s been adopted by some of the world’s most influential business personalities. During a meeting with Twitter’s employees, Musk confirmed that Tesla does not do market surveys. “At Tesla, we do no market surveys, no market testing.

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Tesla (TSLA) exceeds $900 billion market cap for the first time

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Tesla ( NASDAQ:TSLA ) has taken a definitive step closer to joining the $1 trillion club, with shares trading at all-time highs on Friday. TSLA stock touched a high of $909 per share after the markets opened on Friday, bringing the company’s market capitalization to about $910 billion. ’s $917 billion market cap. .

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The Best Electric SUVs on the Market

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The electric vehicle market has expanded rapidly in the last few years as automakers have introduced a variety of EV models to keep up with demand. In this article, we’re going to look at some of the electric SUVs on the market with the highest ranges, as well as some of the most affordable SUV options. The good news?

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Next Fuel, Inc. signs definitive agreement to field test coal-to-gas technology in China; Chinese partner makes strategic investment

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The two companies also agreed to negotiate a strategic arrangement for the entire China market, if field tests are positive. The two companies also agreed to negotiate a strategic arrangement for the entire China market, if field tests are positive. Next Fuel, Inc., Field testing is scheduled to begin by the end of July 2011.

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Ford Reaches Definitive Agreement to Sell Volvo Cars and Related Assets to Geely

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Ford Motor Company has entered into a definitive agreement to sell Volvo Car Corporation and related assets to Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Company Limited. I want to make a personal statement. Volvo will gain from Geely’s deep understanding of the market in China. —Li Click to enlarge.

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