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Honda reveals prototype of third-generation autonomous work vehicle

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Maximum loading capacity 2000 lbs. kWh Range at maximum loading capacity Up to 28 miles depending on the use case Honda anticipates further improvements to performance and design specifications as the development of the prototype Honda AWV continues to progress.

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SpaceX wins FCC approval to connect Starlink satellites to moving vehicles

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Eleven months after SpaceX submitted several applications, the FCC has given the company permission to connect moving vehicles to its constellation of Starlink internet satellites. The same FCC decision also authorized Kepler Communications to begin connecting moving vehicles to its much smaller satellite constellation.

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Relationship between distance driven and economic activity: 1946-2017

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miles per thousand dollars—was reached in 1976. miles per thousand dollars in 1946. miles per thousand dollars—was 25% lower than the maximum. from 2000 to 2017. in 2000 to 0.7% in 2000 to 8.9% The absolute maximum—235.7 This value was up 42% from 165.6 The 2017 value—177.4

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Ricardo Study Suggests E15 Poses Minimal Risk to MY 1994-2000 Vehicles

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A study by Ricardo for the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) concludes that the adoption of E15 as the blend limit for standard US pump grades of gasoline rather than the current E10 should not adversely affect vehicles manufactured between 1994 and 2000 in terms of their performance and durability based on normal specifications and usage profile.

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EIA: US average gasoline prices before Memorial Day highest since 2014

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The American Automobile Association (AAA) expects more than 37 million people to take trips this Memorial Day weekend, traveling 50 miles or more from home between 27-31 May. Of those 37 million people, AAA expects 34 million of them to travel primarily by car, as opposed to planes, trains, or other travel modes.

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Audi presents PPE-based activesphere concept; electric drive quattro coupé with active back cargo bed

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The variable ground clearance is reminiscent of an Audi model family that has attracted an enthusiastic, loyal fan base in the C and later B segments since 2000—the Audi allroad. The front and rear wheels are connected via a five-link axle. degrees, the departure angle 28.1

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UK names first 7 plug-in vans eligible for grants

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The new Plug-in Van Grant—offering up to £8,000 off one of these seven innovative vans also makes business sense as it’s been estimated that a small electric van will typically cost £100 less in fuel for every thousand miles driven compared to a diesel equivalent. Faam – JOLLY 2000. —Transport Secretary Greening.

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