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If You’re Attending Tesla’s Cyber Rodeo, Be Sure To Check Out The FAQs & Guidelines

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If you’re attending Tesla’s Cyber Rodeo at Giga Texas on Thursday, be sure to check out its guidelines and frequently asked questions (FAQ) section. I’m not […].

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US DOT releases voluntary guidelines to minimize in-vehicle distractions

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The US Department of Transportation has released distraction guidelines that encourage automobile manufacturers to limit the distraction risk connected to electronic devices built into their vehicles, such as communications, entertainment and navigation devices. NHTSA’s Phase I distraction guidelines for automakers.

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Tesla Giga Fest at Gigafactory Texas gains ultimate approval, ticketing likely to follow soon

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Tesla’s Giga Fest event at its new Gigafactory Texas automotive plant just outside Austin, Texas, has gained ultimate approval from the Travis County Commissioner’s Court. Previous applications for events with considerable gatherings were all unanimously approved. Tesla plans to hold the event on April 7.

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BMW introduces i7 Protection; first production electric protection model

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The BMW certification is based, among other things, on the third edition of the guidelines for Bullet Resistant Vehicles (BRV 2009) with regard to ballistic resistance and the guidelines for Explosive Resistant Vehicles (ERV 2010) and PAS 300 with regard to blast resistance. 308 Winchester) armor-piercing rounds.

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What Are Zero Emission Day and National Drive Electric Week?

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Let’s look at these two annual events and what they mean for current and future electric vehicle (EV) drivers. There are four guidelines to follow: Refrain from using or burning oil, gas or coal. Now, there are events across the entire country, along with online events, that people can participate in. Watch an EV parade.

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UK LowCVP calls for closer integration of life-cycle assessment to inform technology choices in automotive sector

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Life-cycle assessment is at the foundation of the LowCVP’s 2019-20 work program which aims to create the building blocks and evidence base across all road transport areas to enable the largest, most rapid reductions in total greenhouse gas emissions from transport.

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Tesla Giga Fest 2.0 at Gigafactory Texas is under review by Travis County Fire Marshal

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Tesla’s massive Giga Fest event planned for April 7 at Gigafactory Texas is officially under review by the Travis County Fire Marshal’s office. Last week, three Mass Gathering Permits were approved by Travis County Commissioners Court: one for an Austin Energy event, the Luck Reunion Festival, and for the Austin Crawfish Festival.

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