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Genesis delivers first GV60 electric vehicle in the United States

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Genesis has announced that it has officially delivered the first GV60 electric vehicle in the United States for the first time, as Patricia Wayne of Los Angeles officially took delivery of her vehicle on Thursday. ” In mid-May, Genesis announced it would launch and start sales of the GV60 in the United States.

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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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Ipsos global study finds vehicle owners continue to show interest in self-driving technology despite COVID-19

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The main reason for continued vehicle demand is the personal safety and protection a vehicle can provide. COVID-19 is expanding the definition of vehicle safety with growing interest in a “safe environment”. and personal security (connectivity, cybersecurity, etc.) and personal security (connectivity, cybersecurity, etc.)

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IEEE’s Honor Society Expands to More Countries

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There are now 30 chapters outside the United States, including ones recently established at universities in Ecuador, Hungary, and India. If you want to make sure that you’re on the forefront of engineering leadership, you should definitely consider joining IEEE-HKN.” The society has changed significantly over the years.

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Automatic Refunds and No More Hidden Fees: D.O.T. Sets New Rules for Airlines

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Tomasz Pawliszyn, the chief executive of AirHelp, a Berlin-based company that assists passengers with airline claims, called it a “massive step forward and huge improvement in consumer rights and protection” that brings the United States closer to global standards in passenger rights. Here’s what we know about the D.O.T.’s

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Tesla’s new Ultra Red color side-by-side with old Multicoat

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Tesla unleashed Ultra Red paint for Model S and Model X cars The Kilowatts snagged what appears to be the first real-world images of the new Ultra Red color, and there are definitely distinct differences between it and the previously offered Multi-Coat Red. It’s definitely darker but not quite burgundy.

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Rivian claims revamped EV incentive bill will benefit its rivals the most

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The proposed revamped EV incentive bill being led by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Joe Manchin is expected to accelerate the adoption of all-electric vehicles in the United States. But while companies like Tesla and General Motors are definitely celebrating, electric truck maker Rivian is not.