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ZF unveiling robo-taxi at CES 2019; ProAI RoboThink controller

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At CES 2019, ZF will unveil a steering-wheel- and pedal-free robo-taxi to show how its technologies enable new forms of urban mobility. Users can hail the taxi using their smartphone or tablet; the robo-taxi will maneuver autonomously to pick them up. It can then chauffeur them to where they wish to go.

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3 Challenges to Solve Before We Can Commute by Air Taxi

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This effort began in 2019. The air route connected Hillwood’s Mobility Innovation Zone, in the northern outskirts of Fort Worth, to the Discovery Park on the campus of the University of North Texas, a distance of 60 kilometers (37 miles). All the GCS hardware is installed in a truck provided by Bell Textron.

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Schaeffler to showcase Space Drive as advance for autonomous driving

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The “Space Drive” technology installed in the Schaeffler Mover has previously proven its viability in vehicles for people with disabilities on more than 700 million accident-free kilometers. Schaeffler will be demonstrating all functions of the “Intelligent Corner Module” at CES 2019. Even on-the-spot turning is possible.

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CARB approves Electrify America’s second $200M investment in California

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Implementation for Cycle 2 will begin on 1 July 2019, and continue through 31 December 2021. Electrify America also will invest in DCFC stations specifically targeting shared mobility drivers: car share, taxis, and transportation networking company (TNC) drivers. The cost of installation will be incorporated into a monthly fee.

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Electrify America announces $200M Cycle 2 zero emission vehicle investment plan for California

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Cycle 2 is a 30-month investment period, which begins in July 2019. Electrify America also will invest in DCFC stations specifically targeting shared mobility drivers: car share, taxis and transportation networking company (TNC) drivers. The cost of installation will be incorporated into a monthly fee.

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Electrify America releases $300M Cycle 2 national ZEV investment plan; metro charging, autonomous charging, renewable generation

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Electrify America has released its National Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Investment Plan for Cycle 2; Cycle 2 is a 30-month investment period that begins in July 2019. Select DCFC stations also will be installed near multiunit dwellings (MUDs), expanding access to drivers who reside in apartment complexes and similar communities.

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Wireless Charging of EVs Being Tested

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The other day, I was working on the design of connecting rod for a gasoline engine, and to be honest, it is a tough job. According to Magment’s website, coils implanted in the concrete transfer energy, which is picked up by coils installed on a car( pretty similar to what happens in a transformer). The Coolest Thing Ever.