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Hyundai and Kia develop ICT-connected predictive shift system

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Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation have developed a predictive Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Connected Shift System, enabling the vehicle to shift automatically to the optimal gear after identifying the road and traffic conditions ahead. Hyundai and Kia plan to apply the technology on future vehicles.

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Fully electric Genesis GV60 arrives in US starting at $58,890

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The Genesis GV60 enters the US market with a number of available world-first automotive features, including Face Connect and a Crystal Sphere. These innovative features enable drivers to be even more connected with their vehicle, making GV60 the most personal and customizable Genesis model yet.

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Qorvo and SK Siltron CSS enter long-term silicon carbide (SiC) supply agreement

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Qorvo, a global provider of connectivity and power solutions, and SK Siltron CSS, a semiconductor wafer manufacturer, finalized a multi-year supply agreement for silicon carbide (SiC) bare and epitaxial wafers.

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Electro-hydraulic system wins Volvo Technology Award

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The Volvo CE team from Sweden and South Korea has worked closely with Finnish company Norrhydro in the research project, leveraging an idea initially born out of academic collaborations. The company anticipates the new technology to be available in the excavator market in a near future.

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Chevrolet sells more than 1 million Sparks worldwide

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Today, the Spark is available in 71 markets worldwide, selling the most in South Korea, followed by the United States and Mexico. The Spark provides a young, connected buyer with features like an available MyLink infotainment system with a 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen display and available built-in OnStar 4G LTE.

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Navigant forecasts global smart urban mobility market to hit $25.1 billion in 2024

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These are the technologies or services that increase the connectivity of urban mobility, with the potential to support new forms of cross-functional integration (e.g., Greater connectivity also allows city agencies to manage traffic and infrastructure assets in real-time to create more efficient mobility. EV charging and utilities).

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CEO Mary Barra & General Motors Make Sure The Greenius Is Rewarded For His Many Years Of EV Advocacy

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I covered the local thriving EV scene here in the South Bay of Los Angeles connecting with the superstar pioneers like Kitty Adams, Dency Nelson, Jim Montgomery, Paul Scott, Linda Nichols, Zan Dubin Scott and so many others. My brand new battery, made by LG in South Korea, was included in the recall.