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Audi demonstrates C-V2X technology in California that could help reduce cyclist injuries and fatalities

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Audi recently held demonstrations of Connected Vehicle to Everything (C-V2X) technology in Oceanside, California. With this technology, the display in the cockpit of an Audi vehicle can inform drivers when they need to become aware of a particular situation, and adapt their driving accordingly. Earlier post.)

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Mustang Mach-E prices, Audi electric off-roader, Tesla’s California lead: Today’s Car News

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Audi reportedly considers an electric off-road SUV. And is Tesla maintaining its mammoth California EV sales lead? Ford lowers prices on most of the Mustang Mach-E lineup. Limiting the size of EV batteries might make a big difference to raw materials concerns. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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California passes 1M mark for cumulative sales of electric vehicles: BEVs, PHEVs and FCEVs

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California surpassed 1 million electric vehicles (1,054,095 units)—battery-electric, plug-in hybrid, and fuel-cell electric—sold cumulatively through the 4 th quarter of 2021, according to the California Energy Commission (CEC), making it the first US state to achieve this milestone. of total California auto sales in 2021.

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Audi joins Spoke Safety, Qualcomm, Commsignia to help protect bicyclists through connected technology

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Audi of America is working with Spoke, a mobility platform for safety, connectivity, and rich rider experiences; Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.; Audi is also continuing to refine its C-V2X technologies for production-intent applications, allowing for a connected ecosystem between drivers and the world around them.

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Audi EV plan, Mach-E GT range, California grid, USPS contract: Today’s Car News

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Audi shows us how it plans to phase out internal combustion. California heat waves are prompting some warnings about EV charging. The controversial USPS contract for next-generation vehicles will rely on Ford components. And Ford delivers some good news about range ratings on the Mustang Mach-E GT Performance.

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Audi receives first autonomous driving permit issued by the State of California

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Audi will be the first company to receive a newly established autonomous driving permit issued by California. Audi has conducted research over tens of thousands of miles in Europe and various US states, where such testing is permitted. Audi envisions this technology could be ready for consumer introduction within five years.

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Audi opens Automated Driving Development R&D office in Silicon Valley; ADAS specifically for North America

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Audi has opened its new Audi Automated Driving Development (A2D2) R&D office in San Jose to create Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) specifically for the North American market. We’re looking to bring on as many as 60 engineers to develop new functionalities, catered specifically to North American Audi customer needs.