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Hyundai upgrading Bluelink connected car services technology; Connected Routing, Last Mile Navigation

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Hyundai Motor is upgrading its Bluelink connected car services technology with a range of new features. Connected Routing. With the new cloud-based Connected Routing navigation, driving routes are calculated on a server inside the Bluelink cloud environment, rather than through the car’s infotainment system. Speed cameras.

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Eos Energy launches $500M Project AMAZE with $398.6M conditional loan guarantee from DOE; long-term zinc-based storage

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The streamlined Eos Z3 battery module design features an aqueous electrolyte, bipolar electrodes, and a polymer casing. The bipolar structure simplifies internal battery connections to reduce internal resistance and improve round-trip efficiency. Conductive plastic anodes (-) and carbon-felt cathodes (+) make up the Z3 electrodes.

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UR:BAN research project gives mid-term update on advanced driver assistance systems, connected vehicles

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New technologies support panoramic sensing capabilities, allowing an evaluation of space available for possible lateral avoidance (swerving) maneuvers. All these challenges are supported by studies of legal issues and effectiveness evaluation. Areas of effective application, legal issues.

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Tesla order configurator revealed for ‘Foundation Series’ Cybertruck

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When proceeding to the design page, the configurator shows the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive (AWD) version, starting at $99,990, along with the Cyberbeast tri-motor trim, priced at $119,990. The range extender isn’t yet available, and it’s expected to begin production in late 2024. What are your thoughts?

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Ford, Vodafone testing tech that can automatically warn other drivers of accidents ahead, create corridor

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Ford and Vodafone are now testing connected vehicle technology that could alert drivers to an accident ahead moments after it has happened. But even in those countries where it is already a legal requirement for drivers to take this approach, many drivers still do not comply. —Hannes Ametsreiter, CEO, Vodafone Germany.

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Ford Europe bringing 48V mild hybrid tech to Tourneo van; new diesel engines

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Improvements to the EcoBlue diesel engine include a revised low-inertia turbocharger design that helps deliver a broader spread of power across a wider rpm range. To reduce friction within the engine, new steel pistons feature a slimmer skirt design than the out-going cast-aluminium design. Tourneo Custom.

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ZF presents EVbeat concept vehicle with prototype of new 800-volt electric drive; compact, lightweight and efficient

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At its Global Technology Day in Friedrichshafen, ZF presented the electric concept vehicle EVbeat, which is designed for maximum compactness, low weight, and maximum efficiency in real operation. Despite its extremely compact design and light weight, the EVbeat does not skimp on performance.

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