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Mercedes-Benz receives world’s first internationally valid system approval for Level 3 conditionally automated driving

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Mercedes-Benz is the first automotive company to meet the demanding legal requirements of UN-R157 for a Level 3 system for conditionally automated driving. With the opening of the Road Traffic Act (StVG) for Level 3 systems in 2017, Germany was the first country to create a legal basis for the intended use of these systems.

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Mercedes-Benz begins sales of DRIVE PILOT Level 3 conditionally automated driving in Germany

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This makes Mercedes-Benz the first car manufacturer with an international valid certification for conditional automated driving to offer such a system as an option ex-works for vehicles from series production. The route profile, events occurring on the route and traffic signs are all analysed and taken into consideration.

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SAE International to Host Vehicle Battery Summit in Shanghai

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SAE International will hold a Vehicle Battery Summit in Shanghai, China, 1-2 September 2010. The event intends to bring together engineers, scientists and corporate decision makers from the battery, automotive, utility and lithium mining industries. More details will be published on the event website as they become available.

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Crucial Post-Accident Steps

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Car accidents are often unexpected, traumatic events that can leave individuals overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. However, taking the right steps in the aftermath of a car accident is crucial for ensuring the well-being of everyone involved and safeguarding your legal and financial interests.

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Daimler and Bosch jointly premiere Automated Valet Parking in China

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Automated Valet Parking, to the extent legally allowed where used, enables vehicles to proceed to an assigned space and for the user to retrieve the vehicle via their smartphone. At the event, two vehicles were tested simultaneously to mirror the unique and complex traffic conditions found in contemporary Chinese cities.

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Gordon Murray T.27 EV overall winner of 2nd annual Brighton to London RAC Future Car Challenge

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The event, which was inaugurated last year, challenges entrants to use the least amount of energy driving the 60-mile route. This is the only event in the world that demonstrates real cars, in real conditions, that is measured independently and in the public eye. emission fueled by any legal means. 27 on the UK roads.

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Exploring the Appeal of JDM Cars

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While some lucky models manage to find their way onto international roads, many remain exclusive imports, tantalizing enthusiasts with their unattainable allure. Events like Super GT and JGTC (now Super Formula) showcased the raw power and agility of Japanese manufacturers, igniting a fervor for their street-legal counterparts.

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