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Ford opens new Silicon Valley research center; focus on connectivity, mobility, autonomous vehicles, big data

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As senior technical leader for innovation, Maciuca brings extensive Silicon Valley experience advising startups, developing and commercializing products, collaborating with universities and leading cross-functional teams. Maciuca holds a Ph.D. The devices gather data including wheel speed, acceleration and altitude.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Ive found it facinating how car commercials changed the main MPG number they promoted before gas went over $4 a gallon as city miles. They leased a few (at a loss) to those that could afford it. If you build a car as a "kit car" with no real factory, then yes, it will never be an economic success. It is 12 years later.

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