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VW using CES 2016 as platform to launch future initiatives in e-mobility and connectivity; new EV concept

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Herbert Diess, Chairman of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand, will deliver a keynote the evening before CES 2016 opens its doors in Las Vegas. The main focus of his speech will be on the latest developments in electromobility as well as the next generation of connectivity. Teaser of the electric concept. Click to enlarge.

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Acura running 4-motor NSX-inspired EV concept up Pikes Peak; 4-wheel independent torque vectoring

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Acura will run an all-electric, NSX-inspired EV Concept in the Electric Modified Class at the 2016 Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. The Acura EV Concept will be driven by Tetsuya Yamano, who campaigned last year’s CR-Z-based electric prototype. The front wheels are driven by a twin-motor unit (TMU).

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Nissan unveils IMQ concept with next-gen e-Power system

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Nissan unveiled the all-new IMQ concept vehicle at the Geneva International Motor Show. At the heart of the IMQ is the next generation of e-POWER, a 100% electric motor drive system that delivers instant, linear acceleration. e-POWER, introduced in 2016 in the Note, is a non-plug-in series-hybrid drive system.

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Toyota launches e-Palette autonomous electric concept and mobility system

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At CES in Las Vegas, Toyota Motor introduced the autonomous electric e-Palette Concept Vehicle, which is designed to meet the demands of future multi-mode transportation and business applications. In the near term, the Alliance will focus on the development of the new e-Palette Concept Vehicle.

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Goodyear shows two concept tires targeting autonomous and shared vehicles; smart tires

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The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company showcased several new and emerging technologies in its latest concept tires at the Geneva International Motor Show.

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Nissan unveils IMx fully autonomous electric crossover concept at Tokyo show

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At the Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan unveiled the Nissan IMx, an all-electric crossover concept vehicle offering fully autonomous operation and a driving range of more than 600 kilometers (373 miles). The IMx is propelled by a pair of high-output electric motors at the front and rear, giving it all-wheel-drive capability.

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Buick debuts V2X technology in China; first V2X vehicle to roll out by year end

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The most up-to-date connected services will be provided through over-the-air updates. In 2016, GM became one of the first vehicle manufacturers to demonstrate the interoperability of V2X applications in the country. Past work on V2X in China. In 2017, GM successfully demonstrated its V2I capability on public roads in Shanghai.

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