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US light-duty diesel sales climb in 2018 to 500,000 units; 3% of sales

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Sales of diesel light-duty vehicles (Class 1-3) in the US in 2018 reached their highest annual level, coming in at more than 500,000 units—just over 3% of total vehicle sales—according to figures by Baum & Associates provided by the Diesel Technology Forum. Sales of these light-duty diesels represent approximately 0.8%

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Plus.ai, FAW Jiefang form JV to develop self-driving trucks for China; first production-class L2 semi-autonomous truck

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The exclusive partnership is also launching its first product, the first production-class L2 semi-autonomous truck, which is built on Plus.ai’s L4 autonomous technology stack. trillion metric ton-kilometers of freight are moved by a fleet of more than 5 million heavy-duty trucks and more than 14 million light- and medium-duty trucks.

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GM Ventures invests in nano-structured steel alloys company NanoSteel; potential for light-weighting

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Through the development of patented alloys, NanoSteel has created a new class of steel that allows automotive engineers and designers to reduce weight through the use of thinner, higher strength gauges while maintaining the structural integrity needed for safety. Terms of the GM Ventures investment were not disclosed. Click to enlarge.

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Cal Energy Commission grants $2.4M for Class 8 fuel cell hybrid trucks at ports; $1.2M for PEV fleet and V2G software upgrade

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million to the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) under the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program to build and to test seven hybrid fuel-cell, Class 8 trucks to transport cargo at the Long Beach and Los Angeles ports. gallons per minute models available today.

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Velodyne Lidar introduces its smallest lidar sensor at CES: the $100 Velabit

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Proven, Class 1 eye-safe 903 nanometer technology. Multiple manufacturing sources scheduled to be available for qualified production projects. The Velabit will be available to customers mid-2020. Leading features include: Integrated processing in a compact size of 2.4" Range up to 100 meters. Earlier post.).

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Anker Solix F3800 and Home Power Panel create an accessible whole-home backup solution

Baua Electric

With a whole host of power, backup, and charging features, it sets the stage for a flexible home power solution that keeps the lights on during power outages but can also elevate adventures with RV and electric vehicle charging compatibility. on one of the most versatile home power solutions available today.

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Road Test: 2024 Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD

Clean Fleet Report

RWD EV6s deliver the best range, and AWD EV6s provide the best all-weather traction and performance at a minor penalty in range, with an EPA range of 232 miles for the Short Range Light, 310 for the Long Range Light, Wind and GT-Line, 282 miles for the AWD Wind, 252 miles for the AWD GT-Line and 218 miles for the performance GT AWD.

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