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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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EV charger manufacturers can sign up here to tour CSA Group’s state-of-the-art test lab – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

CSA Group Laboratory Tour Event Details Date: June 11 or June 13, 2024 Location 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road, Independence, OH 44131-5516 (United States) Laboratory Tour: At-A-Glance Arrival & Welcome | 10:00 AM EDT : Coffee and refreshments, followed by an overview of the tour and safety guidelines.

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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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MEMA partners with Auto-ISAC to address cybersecurity risks associated with connected and automated vehicles

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The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), an international trade association representing vehicle suppliers that manufacture and remanufacture components and systems for use in passenger cars and heavy trucks, is now a strategic partner of the Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center ( Auto-ISAC ).

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FAA approves Boeing plan to test and certify improvements to 787’s Li-ion battery system

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Working with internal and external experts in battery technology, we have proposed a comprehensive set of solutions designed to significantly minimize the potential for battery failure while ensuring that no battery event affects the continued safe operation of the airplane. Our proposal includes three layers of improvements.

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LMU study finds 20% of gases from combustion of R1234yf MAC refrigerant consist of highly toxic carbonyl fluoride; urges reassessment

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According to guidelines issued by the European Union, automobile manufacturers are legally obligated to use a low global warming potential refrigerant in the air-conditioning systems installed in their cars. The risk analyses carried out by the manufacturers of the refrigerant so far have not taken carbonyl fluoride into account.

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