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Toyota broadly outlines next-generation Prius; developing wireless inductive charging for the plug-in model; bullish on hydrogen

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Ogiso said verification work on the system will be conducted in Japan, the US and Europe in 2014. That vehicle will make its North American debut at the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas in January. To truly have an effect, our industry must develop a diverse array of products that consumers are willing to buy.

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Volkswagen showcases inductive charging w/ “power lift”, autonomous and semi-autonomous capabilities & gesture control at CES

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At the 2015 CES in Las Vegas, Volkswagen is showcasing the ongoing development of more connected, more intelligent vehicles by demonstrating four main aspects of emerging mobility technology: computer-controlled drive systems; app and smartphone integration; intuitive vehicle operation; and autonomous and semi-autonomous driving.

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Tesla Power Play: Why running a contested Elon Musk narrative is playing with fire

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According to the book, Tim Cook then had an idea: Perhaps it would be a good idea to buy Tesla. After all, when Apple bought Beats in 2014, it decided to keep the company’s original founders. At the time, Tesla was in dire financial straits as it attempted to produce the Model 3 and master the Model X’s production.

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