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Toyota North America forming “Connected Technologies” group to advance in-car user experience

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Toyota Motor North America is forming a new group focused on delivering industry-leading user experiences and new technologies for its Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Hicks will continue in his two current roles, as both CIO of Toyota Motor North America and as the CEO of Toyota Connected North America, while adding this new responsibility.

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BMW Connected North America makes its world debut at Microsoft Build 2016; powered by Azure

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BMW Connected, a new personal mobility companion, made its world debut at Microsoft Build 2016, Microsoft’s developer conference, last week. The first version—called BMW Connected North America—is now available at the Apple App Store to BMW ConnectedDrive customers in the US for iOS devices.

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Chevrolet Cruze station wagon to debut in Geneva; not for North America

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The new station wagon is not planned for sale in North America. New and improved engines will be available on the entire Cruze line-up starting summer 2012. The station wagon complements the Cruze sedan and hatchback, which together have combined sales of more than 1 million vehicles globally since launch in 2009.

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Mercedes-Benz USA announces performance acceleration on-demand upgrade for EQE and EQS

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Mercedes-Benz EQE and EQS customers in the North America can now opt for more performance with the new Acceleration Increase On-Demand upgrade for select Sedan and SUV models. The Mercedes me connect Store follows a simple, personalized and highly flexible offering logic.

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Porsche just officially paired up with ChargePoint in the US

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Photo: Porsche Cars North America Porsche Cars North America has signed an agreement that gives drivers access to ChargePoint’s network within the Porsche Charging Service. These additional charging stations will become available in Q4 2024. Get started here.

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Hercules EV opens $20M Series A round; targeting electric pickup in late 2022; Prieto solid-state batteries

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Hercules is developing an all-electric sport pickup truck, the Hercules Alpha, which will be available in late 2022. Hercules Electric Vehicles—a Detroit-based startup—is opening a $20-million Series A investment round managed by CMD Global Partners, a boutique investment bank.

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Tesla Model 3 Highland leases qualify for IRA tax credit loophole

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The Tesla Model 3 Highland was recently launched in North America. Commercial vehicles are not subject to the eligibility requirements as electric vehicles purchased for personal use. Tesla Model 3 Highland is now available in the United States , Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.