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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. One new app will be added as well.

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Toyota invests $11.1M in Indiana schools to boost STEM programs

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Toyota invested $11.1 The investment supports future STEM careers in the area, including job opportunities in the auto industry. It also includes Toyota USA Foundations’ $11.1 Today is another Toyota Terrific day for the state as they roll out their first Grand Highlanders down the production line,” said Governor Eric J.

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Toyota AI Ventures launches new $100M fund; early-stage startups in autonomous mobility and robotics

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Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm Toyota AI Ventures (TAIV) has launched Fund II, a new $100-million fund dedicated to investing in early-stage startups developing technologies and business models in the autonomous mobility and robotics markets. Toyota AI Ventures will also use Fund II to continue to strengthen its portfolio services.

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Toyota Runs Sponsored Campaign About EVs & Innovation — Really

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Toyota is well known in the world of EV enthusiasts as one of the top foot-draggers in the auto industry. Ironically, outside of the world of EV enthusiasts, when people think “electric,” Toyota often comes to mind. Everything is related, we’re all connected — we all know that, right? […].

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SiriusXM buying connected vehicle unit of Agero for $530M

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Sirius XM Radio has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the connected vehicle services business of Agero, Inc. The acquisition of Agero’s connected vehicle business is a natural fit for Sirius XM. Morgan Stanley acted as financial advisor to SiriusXM in connection with this transaction. for $530 million in cash.

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New DOT research shows drivers support connected vehicle technology, appreciate potential safety benefits

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Connected vehicle technology offers tremendous promise—for improving safety, reducing traffic jams and increasing fuel efficiency. The driver clinics, the first phase of the Connected Vehicle Safety Pilot Program, were completed this past year to gather information on how drivers would interact with the technology. Earlier post.).

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Toyota unveils Driver Awareness Research Vehicle

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Toyota used the Los Angeles Auto Show as the forum at which to unveil a Driver Awareness Research Vehicle (DAR-V). By addressing these critical daily priorities before even setting foot in the vehicle, a driver potentially has more mental bandwidth to focus on driving, Toyota suggests. Click to enlarge.

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