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

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The German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has granted system approval for this on the basis of the technical approval regulation UN-R157 (UN Regulation No. On suitable highway sections and where traffic density is high, DRIVE PILOT can offer to take over the driving, initially up to the legally permitted speed of 37 mph.

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Mercedes-Benz first automotive company to certify SAE Level 3 automated driving system for US market; Nevada first state

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On suitable freeway sections and where there is high traffic density, DRIVE PILOT can offer to take over the dynamic driving task, up to the speed of 40 mph. The map data is stored in backend data centers and updated constantly. Once conditions are suitable, the system indicates availability on the control buttons.

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Coradia iLint hydrogen train receives approval for commercial operation in German railway networks

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Alstom’s Coradia iLint ( earlier post ), the world’s first hydrogen fuel cell passenger train, has been granted approval by the German Railway Office (EBA) for passenger service in Germany. The iLint can run at 140 km/h (87 mph), with a 600 to 800 km/tankful autonomy, and accommodate up to 300 passengers.

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Cadillac previews production CELESTIQ flagship EV; MSRP starting above $300,000

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In addition to the impressive horsepower and torque, the vehicle is also projected to deliver 0-60-mph in 3.8 Regen on Demand Braking is standard and helps maximize driving range by converting the kinetic energy of the vehicle’s forward momentum into electricity that’s stored in the battery pack. 1 front and 11.63:1

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Lightning Hybrids releases initial emissions testing results for medium-duty hydraulic hybrids

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Hydraulic pumps/motors and an accumulator (power storage unit) are added to gasoline, diesel, propane or CNG engines to store braking energy and use the captured energy to accelerate the vehicle, significantly saving fuel and brakes and cutting emissions. mph), low 2.1 mph with 3.8 With its high average speed(18.9

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Where to locate public chargers?

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In contrast, internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles can only refuel at a gas station licensed to handle and store an inflammable liquid. Public utilities are beginning to launch EV charger rebate programs that are additive to the VW settlement grant program funds. In California, it is 134 mpg.

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Tesla has a misinformation problem, and silence may no longer be enough

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A look at Moravy’s statements shows that Tesla’s adaptive cruise control could only accelerate to 30 mph in the distance that the ill-fated Model S covered before it smashed into a tree. The state of the Model S when authorities found it also hinted that the car collided with the tree at speeds beyond 30 mph.

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