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DOT awards U-M-led hub $15M for connected and automated transportation

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The US Department of Transportation has awarded a $15-million grant to renew the Center for Connected and Automated Transportation (CCAT), based in Ann Arbor and led by the University of Michigan. Platooning connected and automated freight trucks to reduce traffic delays and wear and tear on roads.

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Upstream Security: cyber hacks could cost auto industry $24 billion within 5 years

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Cyber hacks might cost the auto industry roughly $24 billion within five years, according to a new study by Upstream Security , which specializes in cloud-based security protection. With every new service or connected entity, a new attack vector is born.

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Fast evolving auto industry needs befitting HR solutions | Autocar Professional

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The automobile industry has always been experiencing disruptions and now experiencing substantial technological disruptions, such as the transition towards electric and autonomous cars, connected car technology, and mobility-as-a-service (MaaS) solutions. These developments are causing several challenges for the sector.

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Next phase of THEA’s connected vehicle pilot brings together auto manufacturers and road operators

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Since September 2015, the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA) has been working with the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) as a Connected Vehicle Pilot site. The next step in the Connected Vehicle space is to begin working with the auto industry manufacturers.

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Auto industry to invest USD 7 bn in 5 years to deepen parts localisation – ET Auto

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“World over, the industry is building resilient supply chains by reducing overdependence on any particular country or geography,” said Shradha Suri Marwah, president of ACMA. Exports of auto parts from the country, in fact, increased by nearly one-third to INR 1.42

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2024 trends in the auto industry promise a focused approach | Autocar Professional

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With organisations putting innovation in the fast lane, significant transformations can be expected in the industry. Connected and shared mobility, customer experience, electrification, and alternative green power trains are expected to drive the most significant changes.

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NHTSA Tells Auto Industry Not to Comply With Massachusetts Data Laws

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However, the above is really more of a problem with vehicular connectivity in general than anything else. The NHTSA seems to be doing little more than protecting the massive companies that have the most to gain by furthering the connectivity agenda.