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U.S. Universities Are Building a New Semiconductor Workforce

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TSMC), which was already building a $12 billion fab in Arizona , upped the investment to $40 billion with a second plant. In addition to building two cutting-edge chip factories on a 4-square-kilometer megasite that could hold six more fabs, the company has pledged $50 million to 80 higher-education institutions in the state.

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Georgia Tech named winner of DOE/GM/Mathworks EcoCAR Mobility Challenge

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The teams applied advanced propulsion systems, electrification, SAE Level 2 automation, and vehicle connectivity to improve the energy efficiency of a 2019 Chevrolet Blazer.

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How EV Connect Helps Service Charging Stations Beyond the Initial Installation

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The EV Connect Shield program is the cornerstone of our exemplary EV customer service program to ensure your charging stations’ maximum performance. What Is EV Connect Shield? EV Connect Shield relieves charging providers of the burden of detecting, diagnosing, and resolving issues themselves. Do you need an O&M plan?

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Nikola executes reverse merger with VectoIQ; now to be listed on NASDAQ; BEV and FCEV trucks

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The transaction proceeds will accelerate production, allow Nikola to break ground on its manufacturing facility in Coolidge, Arizona, and begin its hydrogen station infrastructure roll out. Mark Russell, who has more than 20 years of experience building and managing companies in the manufacturing industry, will serve as the CEO of Nikola.

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TuSimple and Hillwood join forces on autonomous trucking initiative at AllianceTexas MIZ

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The Hillwood-developed truck terminal will support the company’s continued expansion into Texas and connects into TuSimple’s cross-country autonomous freight corridor. The building will feature technology service bays, in addition to general office space.

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GM launches OnStar Insurance

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GM customers who have subscribed to OnStar and connected services will be eligible to receive discounts, while also receiving fully-integrated services from OnStar Insurance Services. We aim to be an industry leader, offering insurance in an innovative way. —Andrew Rose, president of OnStar Insurance Services.

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FHWA makes BAA awards for Phase 1 Truck Platooning Early Deployment Assessment

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The 9-month Phase 1 project awards will perform detailed planning and team building and develop Phase 2 proposals. Proposed Platooning Location: California; Arizona. The strategy is to partner with and leverage current industry and state agency plans for truck platooning operations. Contract Amount: $499,290. Team Lead: CDM Smith.

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