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China’s EV dominance and Germany’s electrification push

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Autovista24 special content editor Phil Curry reveals the latest industry news in The Automotive Update podcast. This supports the country’s broader industrial and environmental goals. Robotaxis to hit London’s streets Uber will begin testing robotaxis in London next spring in partnership with UK AI firm Wayve, according to the BBC.

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Freddy the Robot Was the Fall Guy for British AI

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Their fight escalated quickly, became public with a televised debate on the BBC, and concluded with the demise of an entire research field in Britain. In 1983, Michie founded the Turing Institute in Glasgow, an AI lab that worked with industry on both basic and applied research.

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The Automotive Update: European Commission launches new action plan

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European Commission takes action The European Commission has launched its new Industrial Action Plan for the EUs automotive sector. In addition, the Commission also wants to grow the level of skilled workers in the industry. Subscribe to the Autovista24 podcast and listen to previous episodes on Spotify , Apple and Amazon Music.

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Alberta publishes report assessing non-combustion uses for bitumen, opens $2M call for projects

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Alberta Innovates, in partnership with industry, government and other organizations, recently released the results of a study that investigates the best opportunities for “Bitumen Beyond Combustion” (BBC). This study provides insights into high-value products that can be made by, or in partnership with Alberta’s oil sands industry.

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Mack Trucks introduces medium-duty Mack MD Electric; 2nd BEV in lineup

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Mack Trucks revealed its Mack MD Electric, the company’s first electric vehicle in the medium-duty segment of the trucking industry. The MD Electric is the second electric vehicle introduced by Mack Trucks to the industry. The MD Series cab design features a short bumper-to-back-of-cab (BBC) measurement of 103 inches, an industry best.

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President Obama announces nearly $4B public-private investment in energy upgrades to buildings; $2B government commitment

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billion square feet of office, industrial, municipal, hospital, university, community college and school buildings. In addition, 60 CEOs, mayors, university presidents, and labor leaders committed to invest nearly $2 billion of private capital into energy efficiency projects; and to upgrade energy performance by a minimum of 20% by 2020 in 1.6

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Blink Charging Celebrates Women in the Electric Vehicle Industry

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We’re witnessing a growing trend of women taking on active roles in the EV industry. They are committed to fostering greater representation of women and people of color in the EV industry, striving to create a more diverse and equitable industry for all. For instance, ChargerHelp!

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