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Mercedes-Benz receives world’s first internationally valid system approval for Level 3 conditionally automated driving

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Germany has taken a pioneering role in this with the opening of the Road Traffic Act (StVG) for Level 3 systems in 2017. With the opening of the Road Traffic Act (StVG) for Level 3 systems in 2017, Germany was the first country to create a legal basis for the intended use of these systems. accidents or roadworks) from a digital HD map.

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Elon Musk: Tesla Semi deliveries to Pepsi Dec 1

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In December 2017, Pepsi ordered 100 of the all-electric Class 8 trucks a month after it had been announced. You can see the buttons for the deck lights, for example. He added that the Tesla Semi has a 500-mile range and is super fun to drive. pic.twitter.com/gq0l73iGRW. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 6, 2022.

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Continental supplying 48-volt belt starter generator with integrated power electronics for Audi A8

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When coasting to a halt at a red light, the engine in the new Audi A8 shuts down at 22 km/h (14 mph)—much earlier than with a conventional stop-start system. We see 48-volt electrification as a key technology which in terms of improved comfort and fuel economy offers promising potential in all vehicle classes and in all markets.

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Audi unveils AI:ME self-driving EV concept at Shanghai

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mph) and will often have to remain mobile for hours at a time without charging. The engineers therefore drew on a comparatively simple, yet light, basic configuration. The body is made of a light-weight multi-material compound consisting of high-tech steel, aluminum, and plastic components, particularly in the attachments.

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Volkswagen unveils updated Golf; Millerized engines, semi-automated driving, digital cockpit and gesture control

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As a world-first in the compact class, the top-of-the-range “Discover Pro” infotainment system can be operated by gesture control. Diess said that the brand will introduce more than 10 new models and major updates in 2017. In addition to some design enhancements, the new Golf features new engines (including the Millerized 1.5L

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Road Test: 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited

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Our freeway fuel economy test loop of 210 miles, with the adaptive cruise control set to 65 mph, averaged a very impressive 55.8 But you are rewarded for a light touch on the accelerator pedal, as it runs in electric mode when cruising on the highway, and much of the time when driving in town. Road Test: 2017 Honda Accord Hybrid.

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BMW Scooter C evolution New fully electric maxi scooter

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This was the concept in 2017 which is now at the final stage of production line. There is another version in the BMW electric scooter called L3e-A1 vehicle class which has a motor output of 23kW or 31hp. Powerful LED lighting units all round. Adaptive Headlight Pro and light functions as ex works options.

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