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Hyundai Motor Group unveils TIGER uncrewed ultimate mobility vehicle concept

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It is also intended to connect to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), which can fully charge and deliver TIGER to inaccessible locations. This was a feature previously seen in Elevate, Hyundai Motor Group’s first-ever UMV concept with moveable legs, which debuted at the 2019 Consumer Electronic Show (CES).

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BMW unveils i8 Roadster, 2019 i8 Coupe; optimized eDrive tech increases power and range

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At the Los Angeles Auto Show, BMW unveiled the first i8 Roadster, along with the 2019 i8 Coupe. The aluminum Drive module combines the powertrain, high-voltage battery, suspension, crash system and structural functions, while the Life module takes the form of a passenger cell made out of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP).

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BMW launching iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet

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—Oliver Zipse, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG The BMW iX5 Hydrogen developed on the basis of the current BMW X5 was first unveiled as a concept at the IAA show in 2019. The hydrogen needed to supply the fuel cell is stored in two 700-bar tanks made of carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). Earlier post.)

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Lamborghini presents super sports V12 hybrid HPEV Revuelto

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Carbon fiber, produced via artisan craftmanship in the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory, is the principal structural element within the new car, used not only in the monofuselage and frame but also for many elements of the bodywork. The Revuelto is the first super sports car to be fitted with a 100% carbon fiber front structure.

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Bionic Hand Gives Amputees Sense of Touch

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The Ability Hand contains six motors housed in a carbon fiber casing. The Ability Hand is connected by Bluetooth to a smartphone app, which provides users another way to configure and control the hand's movements. Pierre , 2018–2019 U.S. Most prosthetic hands weigh about 20 percent more, Akhtar says. www.youtube.com.

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Road Test: 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Duramax 4WD Crew Cab AT4 CarbonPro

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A note regarding OnStar : a simple push of a button connects you with a friendly General Motors representative to handle emergencies, directions and general assistance to make your driving experience safer and more enjoyable. Another convenience was the 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot that can connect multiple devices and has a 50-foot range.

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Road Test: 2022 Genesis GV70 AWD 3.5T Sport Prestige

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inch split-screen high-definition LCD multi-information display, sitting above a sleek dash that has accents of carbon fiber, leatherette and a layered backlit trim. Connecting to the voice recognition is as simple as pressing the button on the left side of the steering wheel and entering a command. Tech Abounds.

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