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Hyundai launches Bluelink+ connected car service program

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Hyundai Motor America launched a connected car services program called Bluelink+, which eliminates nearly all subscription fees for new owners. By standardizing access to top safety, maintenance, and remote technology features, Hyundai is offering a complimentary industry-leading connectivity program for all new owners.

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Daimler Trucks North America collaborates with AT&T and Microsoft on new connectivity solutions for HD trucks

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Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced new collaborations with AT&T and Microsoft Corporation with the goal of delivering further enhancements to its Detroit Connect suite of connected vehicle services. With about 400 000 connected vehicles worldwide, Daimler Trucks is by far the industry leader in connectivity.

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GM takes 25% stake in Pure Watercraft to accelerate all-electric boating

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kWh battery packs (118 lbs each); mobile charger connects to 120V & 240V outlets (24 lbs); Bluetooth-enabled throttle; connecting power cables, throttle cable and throttle mounting bracket; and Pure Watercraft’s standard prop (16?).

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Volkswagen factories in the US and Mexico to link up with the Industrial Cloud

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Volkswagen plans to connect its production facilities in Chattanooga (TN), Puebla and Silao (Mexico) with the global Industrial Cloud initiative from the Volkswagen Group and Amazon Web Services (AWS). —Johan de Nysschen, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen Group of America. This approach is comparable to an app store.

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Tritium opens its first US-based EV fast charger manufacturing plant

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Additionally, Tritium’s PKM150 fast charger is expected to meet Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Buy America Act standards in Q1 2023, making that fast charger a candidate for National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program funding.

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US market Mercedes-Benz eSprinter to start at $71,886

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The all-new eSprinter represents the first fully-electric van in North America from Mercedes-Benz USA. kW, while the standard maximum charging power at DC fast-charging stations is up to 50 kW. MBUX can be operated by Voice Control, the touchscreen and touch control buttons on the standard multifunctional steering wheel.

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2022 Toyota Mirai fuel cell vehicle offering new Toyota Teammate advanced driver assistance; Level 2 automation

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Mirai Limited will feature standard Advanced Park, while Advanced Drive will be available as a purchased upgrade. The first-generation Mirai (2016-2020) was Toyota’s first production FCEV offered for sale to retail customers in North America. The Limited grade has a starting MSRP of $66,000.

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