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Ford outlines China expansion strategy; SUVs, EVs and connected vehicles; 50+ new Fords and Lincolns by 2025

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In Shanghai, Ford Motor Executive Chairman Bill Ford and CEO Jim Hackett outlined the next phase of the company’s China expansion strategy, focused on SUVs, electric and connected vehicles, a streamlined business structure and closer connections to Chinese customers. —Jason Luo, chairman and CEO, Ford China.

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Calif. ARB releases GHG scoping plan update; more ZEVs, “LEV IV”, MD and HD regulations; ZEV for trucks; more LCFS

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These needs include, but are not limited to: access to affordable public transit, electric vehicle charging, or other low-carbon fueling infrastructures; accessible affordable housing; and localized public health benefits. —Draft Scoping Plan Update. Recommended key vehicle technology and fuel regulatory actions.

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DOT to award up to $60M for advanced transportation and congestion management projects; V2X, ITS and mobility services

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Infrastructure maintenance, monitoring, and condition assessment. Installation of Connected Vehicle Technologies at Intersections and Pedestrian Crossing Locations. Advanced public transportation systems. The DOT is interested in increasing deployment of ICM. Freight Community System.

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Road Test: 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid XSE

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New Sporty Look for the Affordable 50 MPG Midsize Sedan. The electric power steering connected the front wheels to the road with a positive and direct feel. Through connected services , the Wi-Fi has a three-month trial period and includes up-to two GB. Maintenance Plan – Two years/25,000 miles. Sweetened Exterior.

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Road Test: 2021 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

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This horizontal lighting connects the brake lights, which have small air flow fins. Summary: Affordable and efficient with a long list of standard features. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid. The advent of LED lighting has opened a new world of design possibilities for Hyundai. Clean, Refreshing Interior.

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Volkswagen intends sales of 150K e-cars by 2020; 100K ID, ID SUV; >1M in 2025; more on MEB

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As one point of comparison, customers bought 54,451 Nissan LEAFs EVs in fiscal year 2017—a 15% increase from 47,423 a year earlier. The ID family—intended to make electric cars affordable for millions of people—is based on the modular electric drive toolkit (MEB), specifically developed for electric vehicles.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces its mid-size pickup truck: the X-Class leans on diesel

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The market launch in Europe is scheduled for November 2017. Production for the markets in Europe, Australia and South Africa will start at the Nissan plant in Barcelona, Spain, in 2017. This affords Mercedes-Benz fast and cost-efficient entrance to the high-growth segment of mid-size pickups. Connectivity.

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