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Polestar reduced greenhouse-gas emissions by 6% per car in 2021

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Further promoting transparency on carbon footprint and risk materials, in 2021, Polestar introduced an industry-unique product sustainability declaration, clearly displaying sustainability information for Polestar 2 in all retail environments. In addition, Polestar is committed to the UN’s Race to Zero.

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Toshiba’s new simulation technology for model-based development shortens verification times for automotive semiconductors by about 90%

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In the automobile industry, MBD contributes to development advances by simultaneously progressing design and verification prior to making prototypes. In addition to automotive applications, Toshiba will use the new technology in semiconductors for other applications, such as industrial equipment and home appliances.

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Genesis premieres first EV model: Electrified G80

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Genesis officially introduced its first EV model, the Electrified G80, to the global market at the 2021 Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2021). The Electrified G80 builds on the heritage of the G80, which sits at the core of the Genesis sedan lineup.

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Private 5G Network to Boost Hyundai’s EV Production

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Developed by industry partners including Qualcomm and Ericsson and standardized by the mobile standards consortium 3GPP in 2022 , RedCap was designed in part to meet the needs of industrial and manufacturing environments. We will continue to accelerate its commercialization.

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Mazda continues supporting algae biofuels research

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Algae fuels can be farmed on land unsuitable for agriculture, can be grown with minimal impact on freshwater resources, can be produced using saline and wastewater, have a high flash point, and are biodegradable and relatively harmless to the environment if spilled.

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CATL starts construction of Li-ion factory in Germany; 14 GWh by 2022

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CATL has developed partnerships with a number of European companies in the automobile industry including BMW, Volkswagen, Daimler, Volvo, and Bosch. Germany is home to a strong automotive industry and several of CATL’s key customers. —Matthias Zentgraf.

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Two largest US automotive trade associations merge: Alliance for Automotive Innovation

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With automotive technology advancing at rates unequalled since the industry’s birth, the next few years will impact the US automobile industry for decades to come. Bringing new technologies to market requires legislative actions and a regulatory environment that allow us the freedom to innovate.