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What is the Combined Charging System (CCS) Standard?

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The EV charging ecosystem, comprised of EV manufacturers, EV charging station manufacturers, and EV charging network operators among others, understands that interoperability made possible by standards and protocols for EV charging and communications is essential to everyone’s success. The CCS Combo 1 (CCS1) connector uses the standard U.S.

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Toyota to explore integration of SmartDeviceLink Technology with Ford subsidiary; open source version of Ford AppLink

Green Car Congress

In August 2011, Toyota and Ford agreed to collaborate on development of next generation standards for in-car telematics to enable a safer, more secure and more convenient driving experience. Globally accessible, limited only by app availability in each market. The announcement builds on that earlier collaboration.

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Ford to introduce next version of AppLink next year for improved smartphone integration

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Several weeks after Ford introduced its next-generation SYNC 3 in-vehicle connectivity system ( earlier post ), the company announced it will roll out Ford SYNC AppLink 3.0 This will increase the markets where SmartDeviceLink technology is available and provide developers an easier path to getting their apps into more vehicles.

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Ford unveils new 2015 Focus four-door sedan; 1.0L EcoBoost with start/stop comes to US model

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liter EcoBoost engine with a new six-speed manual transmission and standard Auto Start-Stop feature in the US-spec Focus. US EPA fuel economy ratings are not yet available. A package of sensors adds driver-assist technologies, including a rear view camera, available Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) and a lane-keeping system.

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"Spirit of DC" Taking on Las Vegas EVA, Monday Eve, 24 November 2008

Spirit of DC - PHEV3A

LiFeBATT USA distributes Lithium Iron Phosphate battery modules that are manufactured in Taiwan. An extension cable just needs to be connected to an external port located on the rear bumper of the Plug-In Hybrid Electric Prius. Jerry was hosted by LVEVA member Michelle Robinson, who is also the Chief Operating Officer for the company.

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Budget Drones in Ukraine Are Redefining Warfare

Cars That Think

“This aircraft will have to be shared by the Air Force and Navy 3-1/2 days each per week except for leap year, when it will be made available to the Marines for the extra day.” Sophisticated tech is more readily available, and with AI advances and the potential for swarms, there’s even more emphasis on quantity.” says it will defend.

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