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BASF introduces new heat-stabilized Ultramid; heat resistance up to 190 °C in demanding environments

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Heat resistance, good long-term use properties and weld resistance are the basic prerequisites for components in current and future powertrains. Whether in the internal combustion engine or in the hybrid or electric vehicle, reliable and technically flawless materials are indispensable in a demanding environment.

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U-M, Ford open robotics complex to accelerate future of advanced, more equitable robotics and mobility

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The fourth floor houses Ford’s first robotics and mobility research lab on a university campus, as well as 100 Ford researchers—including autonomous vehicle researchers—and engineers. Three-story fly zone to test drones and other autonomous aerial vehicles indoors, before moving to the adjacent outdoor M-Air research facility.

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Are Electric Cars Really Helping the Environment?

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Photo credit: mpohodzhay / Shutterstock.com A recent study by the Keck School of Medicine of USC provides new insights into the potential benefits of electric vehicle (EV) adoption. This study marks a significant step in understanding the impact of electric cars on public health and the environment.

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Altigreen: Shaping the Future of India’s Automotive Industry with Electric Three Wheeler Vehicles

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Altigreen Electric is revolutionizing transportation with its innovative range of  electric three wheeler vehicles. Cargo vehicles are neEV, neEV Bhai, neEV TEZ and passenger vehicles is neEV Rahi. The neEV,  electric 3 wheeler vehicle stands out as a leader in transforming cargo transport.

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Toyota taps ZF and Mobileye to develop ADAS for future multiple vehicle platforms

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Toyota has selected ZF and Mobileye, an Intel company, to develop Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for use in multiple vehicle platforms starting in the next few years. Together, these technologies will help prevent and mitigate collisions while yielding best-in-class lateral and longitudinal vehicle control.

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Hyundai Motor Group to launch NVIDIA DRIVE connected car infotainment and AI platform across all future Hyundai, Kia & Genesis models; ccOS

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From entry-level to premium vehicles, all future models will feature in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems powered by NVIDIA DRIVE as standard. The partnership with NVIDIA will enable Hyundai Motor Group to roll out its new connected car operating system (ccOS) in future models.

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China Yuchai launches China’s first operating hydrogen engine for commercial vehicles

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The YCK05 engine is the first operating hydrogen engine for China’s commercial vehicle market, the world’s largest commercial vehicle market. We look forward to the commercialization of hydrogen-powered engines in the future to meet the needs of our diversified customer base and to contribute to improving the environment.

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