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NHTSA 2020 update on AEB installation by 20 automakers finds rapid progress

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Ten manufacturers—Audi, BMW, Hyundai, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo—are already installing AEB in all new passenger vehicles, three years ahead of schedule. The success of the commitment can be seen through the data.

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California passes 1M mark for cumulative sales of electric vehicles: BEVs, PHEVs and FCEVs

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The CEC updates its Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEV) sales figures quarterly by analyzing DMV data. Specifically, cumulative sales through the end of 2021 were: 663,014 BEV (62.9%). For sales in 2021 only, the shares were: 183,933 BEV (73.5%). From CEC New ZEV Sales dashboard. 379,125 PHEV (36% ). 11,956 FCEV (1.1%).

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At CES, legacy automakers scramble to keep up in AI arms race – ET Auto

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Digital technology companies often test technology on customers before it is ready for sale. Mercedes-Benz has launched a “beta program” to test how ChatGPT artificial-intelligence technology can help drivers have more natural dialogue with the vehicle’s infotainment systems.

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Nissan leads with transfer of California ZEV credits out for year ending 30 Sep 2014

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Mercedes-Benz was the leading automaker for acquiring ZEV credits (transfer in), followed by Honda. Large volume manufacturers for the 2013 model year included the big six: Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Nissan and Toyota. IVMs in 2013 were BMW, Hyundai, Kia, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Subaru and Volkswagen.

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Tesla leads with transfer of ZEV credits for year ending 30 Sep 2013

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Large volume manufacturers currently include the big six: Chrysler Group, Ford, GM, Honda, Nissan and Toyota. Intermediate manufacturers under the ZEV regulation are BMW, Hyundai, Kia, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Subaru and Volkswagen. delivered for sale in California. Honda was third.

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PNNL joins H2USA consortium on hydrogen infrastructure

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Toyota Motor North America, Mercedes-Benz USA, and other national laboratories such as the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Argonne and Sandia. At the same time, several major automakers have plans to unveil fuel-cell-powered vehicles for sale in the next few years.

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Update: Top 10 Electric Cars

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has fully embraced EVs and, after years of teasing with snazzy concepts, the real hardware is for sale–and is selling well. Daimler is the automotive giant that owns Mercedes-Benz and Smart and also was a Tesla stockholder. News: Mercedes EQC Introduced ; First Drive: 2016 Mercedes-Benz B250e ; Smart Fortwo ED; 8.