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New Honda FCEV Concept to make world debut at 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show

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Honda will introduce a new fuel cell electric vehicle concept at the upcoming Los Angeles Auto Show. The concept model expresses a potential styling direction for Honda’s next-generation fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) launching in the US and Japan in 2015 and later in Europe.

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Ford issues 2015 trends report; the emergent role of Generation Z

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Ford has issued its third annual trends report, a compilation of consumer research and insights from thought leaders around the world, which is intended to provide a look at micro-trends expected to influence products and brands for 2015 and beyond. In the US, 73% agree that “As a society, we have given up on the concept of privacy.”

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Hyundai previews Connectivity Concept with smartphones and NFC

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Hyundai previewed near its European headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, a prototype of its Connectivity Concept which leverages smartphones and NFC (Near Field Communication). The company suggested the technology could be in its cars as soon as 2015.

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Chevrolet unveils new Chevrolet-FNR autonomous electric concept vehicle at Shanghai

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Chevrolet unveiled the Chevrolet-FNR autonomous electric concept vehicle at Shanghai GM Gala Night. The concept was joined by the all-new Malibu, Bolt EV concept and the 2015 Captiva, which made their China debut. They will appear alongside 12 other models on the Chevrolet display at Auto Shanghai 2015.

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Honda brings FCV Concept to N. America, promises new EV and PHEV models by 2018

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Honda also announced plans to introduce new VTEC Turbo engines to be built in Ohio and debut later in 2015. Honda FCV Concept. The Honda FCV Concept showcases the styling evolution of Honda’s next fuel-cell vehicle, anticipated to launch in the US following its March 2016 introduction in Japan.

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Mitsubishi Electric to introduce EMIRAI 3 xDAS assisted-driving concept car at Tokyo Motor Show

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Mitsubishi Electric Corporation will introduce the EMIRAI 3 xDAS concept car featuring next-generation driving-assistance technology during the 44 th Tokyo Motor Show 2015 later this month. Cloud content synchronization and selectable contents layouts enable drivers to create highly personalized interiors.

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Sony introduces 360? “Safety Cocoon” concept for automotive image sensors at CES

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In 2015, Sony acquired Belgium-based Softkinetic Systems S.A. The product is ready for use in forward-sensing cameras and cameras for Camera Monitoring System (CMS), an application expected to grow as a substitute for conventional rearview mirrors, and expected to show persons and obstacles on an in-car monitor with clear visibility.

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