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US DOT releases voluntary guidelines to minimize in-vehicle distractions

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The US Department of Transportation has released distraction guidelines that encourage automobile manufacturers to limit the distraction risk connected to electronic devices built into their vehicles, such as communications, entertainment and navigation devices. NHTSA’s Phase I distraction guidelines for automakers.

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Yanmar developing hydrogen fuel cell system for maritime applications

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announced the development of a hydrogen fuel cell system for maritime applications based on fuel cell technology for automobiles, as part of efforts to offer environment-friendly powertrain solutions. As a part of this challenge, Yanmar has been working on development of future powertrains using hydrogen as fuel.

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Volkswagen Group and Tata Motors Ltd. to explore strategic alliance for joint development projects; ŠKODA to lead

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The goal of the strategic alliance is to bundle the expertise of both car manufacturers with a view to jointly developing vehicle components and possibly also vehicle concepts. By offering the appropriate products we intend to achieve sustainable and profitable growth in very different parts of the world. Global ŠKODA sales reached 1.3

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BMW Group makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction

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As part of this process, the BMW Group is setting itself clear targets for CO 2 reduction up to 2030. The BMW Group is basing its goals on the guidelines of the recognized Science-Based Targets Initiative , which it will also join. We are taking sustainability to the next level. —Oliver Zipse. —Oliver Zipse.

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Study shows nearly half of Europeans text while driving

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In the US, the Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed guidelines to encourage automobile manufacturers to limit the distraction risk for in-vehicle electronic devices. Smartphones have quickly become an essential part of many people’s day. Earlier post.).

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Honda launches new “Green Path” initiatives for manufacturing and operations; new $210M paint line at Marysville with new 4C2B process

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Significantly to reduce the CO 2 intensity and water use of its manufacturing operations. Other elements in the Green Path program include: Connecticut Parts Distribution Center Adds 1-Megawatt Solar Array. The CO 2 emissions intensity of automobile production in North America was 592 kg/auto in FY14—down 21.6%

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