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

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In August at Tech Day in Shanghai, GM announced that in 2022, 5G will be available on all new Cadillac models and most Chevrolet and Buick vehicles going forward. The Green Light Optimization Speed Advisor (GLOSA) V2I application can provide the driver an advised speed for reaching the next intersection when the traffic light is green.

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Renault Group and Plug Power launch HYVIA joint venture; ecosystem of fuel cell LCVs, green hydrogen & refueling stations

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HYVIA’s activities will be carried out at existing Renault facilities in France: The head office of the joint venture as well as the R&D teams will be located at Villiers-Saint-Frédéric, with the light commercial vehicle engineering and development center for Renault Group, to maximize synergy across teams.

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Consumer Federation analysis of polling data and tech pricing finds consumer demands aligned with proposed MY 2017-2025 CAFE and GHG regulations for light-duty vehicles

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A new analysis from the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) of consumer polling data finds that the proposed MY 2017-2025 passenger vehicle fuel economy (CAFE) and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions standards to be finalized this summer ( earlier post ) align with consumer demands and needs. mpg US (5.87 L/100km) in model year 2021, and 49.6

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The X-Ray Tech That Reveals Chip Designs

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This technique—called ptychographic X-ray laminography—requires access to some of the world’s most powerful X-ray light sources. PSI is home to the Swiss Light Source (SLS) synchrotron, one of the 15 brightest sources of coherent X-rays built so far. This approach is called ptychographic X-ray computed tomography (PXCT).

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Kreisel’s battery pack receives Frosts & Sullivan Tech Leadership award; new production facility opening in September

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Consultancy Frost & Sullivan recently selected Austria-based Kreisel Electric ( earlier post ) as the winner of the 2017 European Electric Vehicle Technology Leadership Award. The Kreisel Home Energy Storage does not need a conventional display, but communicates with innovative light effects. The installation requires only one person.

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Tesla Model 3 update is a ‘mini Model S,’ MKBHD says

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Renowned tech reviewer and personality Marques Brownlee, also known simply as MKBHD, has finally gotten his hands on the updated Model 3 sedan, and a full review has him reminded of the Model S. Tesla owners report upgraded Model 3 deliveries It was time for Tesla to give the Model 3 a new look. Most of the vehicle stayed the same.

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Alberta Innovates & NRCan awarding $26.2M to three oil sands clean tech projects; industry kicking in $43.3M

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This announcement is a result of NRCan’s Oil and Gas Clean Tech Program. MEG targets annual production of 80,000-82,000 barrels per day in 2017. eMVAPEX involves injection of a light hydrocarbon instead of steam after initial SAGD operation when bitumen recovery reaches between 20-30%. million, for a total of $26.2

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