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Synovate Global Study Explores Future Car Buyers Sentiments

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Anger, frustration, greed, lack of trust are a few of the many sentiments expressed by consumers and future car buyers globally, according to a recent “Tipping Point” study by Synovate Motoresearch, the automotive division of global market research company Synovate. A time for introspection and balance. A mere speed bump.

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ExxonMobil: global GDP up ~140% by 2040, but energy demand ~35% due to efficiency; LDV energy demand to rise only slightly despite doubling parc

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As the world population increases by the estimated 30% from 2010 to 2040, ExxonMobil sees global GDP rising by about 140%, but energy demand by only about 35% due to greater efficiency. The Outlook for Energy provides ExxonMobil’s long-term view of global energy demand and supply. Click to enlarge.

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Access South Africa’s Leading Research Journal’s Entire Collection

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The full archives of the SAIEE Africa Research Journal —some issues dating back more than 100 years—are now available in the IEEE Xplore Digital Library. The majority of the authors are from Africa. In collaboration with the IEEE Africa Council , special issues focus on areas such as East Africa.

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Shell, Gordon Murray and Osamu Goto to develop new ultra-compact ICE city car

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Shell, in collaboration with Professor Gordon Murray and engine specialist Osamu Goto will co-engineer an ultra-compact, efficient car for city use based around the internal combustion engine (ICE). The Shell car will be a ground-up, total re-think of the Gordon Murray Design T.25 Once built, the car will be tested on-the-road.

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F1 Drama After Whistleblower Accuses FIA President of Shenanigans

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A 10-second penalty was issued when the Aston Martin crew touched Alonso’s car while it was enduring a separate 5-second penalty in the pit lane — something that is explicitly against the rules. The initial penalty was issued due to Alonso having his car parked beyond the confines of the starting grid.

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Ford announces Smart Mobility plan; 25 initial projects

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To be clear, our priority at Ford is not in making marketing claims or being in a race for the first autonomous car on the road. This revolves around learning more about how customers go about their day using their car—the car learning from driver behavior, driving style, plus factors like traffic and weather.

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This Nigerian Startup’s Minigrid Began as a School Project

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To a large extent, I wouldn’t be the person I am today if not for the support from the IEEE and IEEE Foundation.” The company supports homegrown innovation, he says, and it forms global strategic partnerships. Ifeanyi Orajaka A recognized leader in Africa Both Orajaka and GVE have received accolades. GVE is on a hiring spree.

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