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IHS Markit: US gasoline demand could be cut almost in half due to COVID-19

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Further, according to the latest IHS Markit forecasts, the global auto industry will exerience an unprecedented and almost instant stalling of demand in 2020, with global auto sales forecast to plummet more than 12% from 2019 to 78.8 million units for 2020, with light vehicle sales forecast to post 22.4 million units.

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Tata Technologies displays eMO low-cost city EV engineering study at Detroit Show

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The eMO architecture emphasizes “right size” personal urban transportation by minimizing its exterior footprint and maximizing interior space, including seating for four adults. The front seats are mounted atop the 18.4 kWh battery pack, which is air-cooled via a small tunnel running forward from the base of the battery.

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New Ford Escape launching with two new EcoBoost engines with standard Auto Start-Stop

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A user enables the system through a two-step authentication process designed to protect personal information. An indicator light provides a warning in the side mirror corresponding to the side on which the vehicle is approaching. Overall SUV sales continue to trend higher—both in North America and around the world.

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Opinion: Politicians Are Lying About Biden's EPA Rule

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The new regulation, which would not apply to sales of used automobiles or light trucks, would take effect starting with model year 2027. If you are a politician, automaker, Big Oil lobbyist, or regular person who thinks the rule is bad for the auto industry and/or consumers, argue on the merits.

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

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DAC application were: EEBL: Emergency Electronic Brake Lights. 82% strongly agreed that they would like to have vehicle-to-vehicle safety features on their personal vehicle. Earlier post.). The DAC vehicles are 16 of the 64 integrated vehicles that will be deployed in Safety Pilot Model Deployment in Ann Arbor. Earlier post.).

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Road Test: 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 4Matic Mild Hybrid

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The interior is beautiful during the light of day, but reserve your approvals for the dark of night when the 64-color active ambient lighting (a $790 option) gives the S500 many different feels. An OLED display works without a backlight as it emits its own visible light. Interior: Where Opulence and Technology Meet.

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DOE workshop report on common opportunities and challenges in expanding use of H2 and natural gas vehicles

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Organized by Sandia, the American Gas Association, and Toyota, the workshop included participants from the auto industry, freight delivery fleets, gas suppliers, gas storage developers, utilities, academia, industry associations, national laboratories, and federal and state governments.

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