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Starlink gets contract with US Air Force for Europe and Africa airlift operations 

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.” It also pointed out Starlink’s support in the war between Ukraine and Russia as proof of its metal. Starlink is also the only LEO satellite network provider that is currently being used in a contested environment: Ukraine,” noted the US Air Force. Starlink aces 80 mph connectivity test in Ukraine.

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Volvo Car Corporation developing new safety systems with autonomous driving support

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is developing several new safety systems—factoring in driver behavior in the modern traffic environment—towards achieving its 2020 goal that nobody should be killed or seriously injured in a new Volvo car. Crossroads and junctions are the most complex part of the modern traffic environment. Click to enlarge. Volvo Car Corp.

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Refreshed 2014 Toyota Yaris features revamped 1.0L engine with switching between Atkinson and Otto cycles; new hybrid

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With nearly 3 million cars sold in Western Europe each year (nearly 4 million including Russia), the B-segment has easily the largest customer base. Within this highly competitive environment, Yaris sales totalled 173,800 in 2013 (private sales representing 70%), taking 11 th place in the European car market and 6 th within the B-segment.

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Bentley introduces its first diesel: Bentayga Diesel with 48V system & electric supercharger

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of torque, the Bentayga Diesel hits a top speed of 270 km/h (168 mph) and can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds (0-60 mph in 4.6 In urban environments, there are a number of driver aids available on the Bentayga Diesel. At its core is an all-new, technologically advanced, triple-charged, 4.0-liter,

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