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Volkswagen to start fitting vehicles with pWLAN technology as standard from 2019 on for V2X communication

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From 2019, Volkswagen will start fitting its first models with pWLAN as standard in order to serve as an additional communication technology for the exchange of selected information relevant to traffic between cars made by different manufacturers. there are no ongoing communications costs and it does not rely on mobile phone network coverage.

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DOT releases ITS 5-year strategic plan with focus on connected vehicles and automation

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The new ITS Strategic Plan 2015-2019 outlines the direction and goals of the Department’s ITS Program and provides a framework around which the ITS Joint Program Office and other Department agencies will conduct research, development, and adoption activities to achieve them. —ITS Strategic Plan 2015-2019.

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New Flyer’s Xcelsior CHARGE H2 fuel-cell bus achieves 350 miles of zero-emission range in a test demonstration for OCTA

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The demonstration was completed on OCTA’s Route 47 operating from Fullerton to Newport Beach in April 2019 with a payload representing fully-seated passenger capacity. This is a significant milestone for OCTA, New Flyer, Ballard Power Systems, California Air Resources Board, and Center for Transportation and the Environment.

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NREL study finds high-pressure hydrogen pipeline system could potentially make hydrogen cost-competitive with gasoline

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An open-access paper on the work is published in the journal Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment. For the economic analysis, the team used NREL’s Hydrogen Financial Analysis Scenario Tool (H2FAST) to model the economics of a hypothetical HyLine system connecting hydrogen stations in the Los Angeles metro area.

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Lexus presents LF-30 Electrified concept

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Headlining this was the debut of the Lexus LF-30 Electrified Concept, which made its world premiere at the 46 th Tokyo Motor Show 2019. The steer-by-wire system eliminates a mechanical connection to allow more flexible turning control depending on driving conditions, and a more precise steering feel aligned with the driver’s intention.

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8 Products That Excel at Protecting Children’s Digital Privacy

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A 2019 UNICEF study found that globally, about 1 in 3 Internet users is younger than 18. The report features the following eight products, which responsibly connect with children in age-appropriate ways, use minimal data collection, and offer improved ways of obtaining parental consent. age-appropriate design code.

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3 Ways to Structure Your EV Charging Station Business

EV Connect

In 2019, 2.1 Whether you opt for billing EV drivers for their charging time or not, the EV Connect app makes it easy to track usage and manage pricing (if applicable). Promote your charging stations as part of your commitment to the environment, and you’ll also garner positive publicity and brand recognition.