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

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As a result, the first customers will be able to buy an S-Class with DRIVE PILOT the first half of 2022, enabling them to drive in conditionally automated mode at speeds of up to 60 km/h (37 mph) in heavy traffic or congested situations on suitable stretches of highway in Germany. accidents or roadworks) from a digital HD map.

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Prototype light metro electric trainset with supercapacitor energy storage

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Railway Gazette International. CSR Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive introduced a prototype light metro electric trainset which uses banks of supercapacitors for energy storage. Energy regenerated during braking is recovered for reuse. It is 2,650 mm wide, has a capacity of 320 passengers and is suitable for a minimum curve radius of 80 m.

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BMW introduces i7 Protection; first production electric protection model

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They are set to make their public debut at the IAA Mobility 2023 international motor show in Munich, with deliveries commencing in December 2023. The new BMW i7 Protection sprints to 62 mph from rest in 9.0 seconds, while top speed is electronically limited to 99 mph. seconds and goes on to reach a top speed of 130 mph.

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Hyundai introduces hydrogen fuel cell H350 light commercial van concept at IAA

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Hyundai Motor is introducing a hydrogen fuel cell concept version of its H350 light commercial van at the 2016 IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover. The powertrain study shows the potential for the company’s advanced hydrogen fuel cell technology in the light commercial vehicle (LCV) segment.

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BMW deploying iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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The stack housing is manufactured in the light metal foundry at BMW Group Plant Landshut using a sand casting technique. The pressure plate, which delivers hydrogen and oxygen to the fuel cell stack, is made from cast plastic parts and light-alloy castings, also from the Landshut plant.

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Calls for an international 48V electrical standard for vehicles; looming WLTP implementation

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At the 2 nd International Conference Automotive 48 V Power Supply Systems , held last week in Düsseldorf, Germany, Controlled Power Technologies (CPT), a major sponsor of the event, together with leading car makers and Tier 1 suppliers, argued the need for an internationally agreed 48V electrical standard.

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Gen 5 2019 Toyota RAV4 debuts at New York International Auto Show; 2.5L inline-4 and Toyota Hybrid System

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Toyota introduced the fifth-generation RAV4 at the New York International Auto Show. Inspired by Toyota’s off-road vehicle heritage, RAV4 Adventure grade has a more rugged exterior, thanks in part to its more aggressive grille, fog light surrounds, and unique wheel design. The new RAV4 offers two powertrains: the Dynamic Force 2.5-liter

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