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Mercedes-Benz unveils new Sprinter; focus on connectivity; electric drive in 2019; realizing adVANce

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As the first fully connected integral system solution, the third generation of the Sprinter demonstrates the development of the division from purely a vehicle manufacturer into a provider of complete transport and mobility solutions, the company said. An LTE-capable module creates the necessary internet connection.

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Audi testing second-life EV batteries in factory vehicles

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Like all automobile manufacturers, Audi is obliged by law to take back energy carriers after they have been used in cars. When the batteries are empty, employees remove the battery packs weighing up to two tons from the vehicles and connect them to a charging station for several hours.

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Siemens equipping EV with new information and communications technology concept developed by RACE project

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The new ICT concept was developed by Siemens’ global Corporate Technology (CT) department and its partners in the German government-funded RACE (Robust and Reliant Automotive Computing Environment for Future eCars) project. Connected vehicles Controls and controllers Driver Assistance Systems Electric (Battery) V2X' Earlier post.).

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Audi testing autonomous driverless transport systems at Ingolstadt plant

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Audi says it is the first automobile manufacturer to implement such a DTS-based goods-to-person concept. By means of intelligent connectivity, we achieve additional efficiency and flexibility, while easing the work of our employees. —Axel Bley, Head of Logistics Concept Development.

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Mitsubishi Electric showcasing 3D Advanced Mobile Mapping System at CES 2017

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will display a future concept of the recently released new model of its Mitsubishi Mobile Mapping System, the MMS-G22, at CES 2017. Improvement in operability and easier data portability are achieved through the combination of monitors and keyboards with a high performance laptop and the utilization of high-speed USB connectivity.

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Editorial: Why Are People Worried About Automotive 'Kill Switch' Mandates?

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Usually referenced as a “kill switch,” the device is supposed to be required on every new automobile manufactured after 2025. Modern automobiles are already loaded up with microphones and are capable of transmitting control inputs, positional data, and plenty more back to the manufacturer.

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Taoglas launches low-profile, compact multi-antenna reference design for the next generation of connected car

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Taoglas, a leading provider of automotive, IoT and GNSS antenna products, introduced Axiom, a reference design for a low-profile, compact multiple-antenna solution for the next generation of Connected Cars. As many as 18 antennas are needed to power the next-generation Connected Car.

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