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

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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. The announcement builds on that earlier collaboration. Three new markets are slated to come on board this year: Taiwan, New Zealand and Thailand.

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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. Standard on Focus for the first time, the rearview camera will appear on either a 4.2-inch Ford builds the Focus in eight manufacturing plants on four continents. Advanced technologies.

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Video Friday: AcroMonk

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Maciej Stępień writes, “Roomac is a mobile manipulation platform that I was able to build for $550. Personally, I think the remake is way better than the original on this one. [ Personally, I think the remake is way better than the original on this one. [ If the competition makes no sense to you, that’s normal for FIRST.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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Since it can refuel from a standard household outlet and from a gasoline station, it needs no new infrastructure. A thinking person should ask, “How did the Leaf owner travel the unaccounted miles, the ones that were not e-miles?” We imagine you objecting: “Oh no, we’ll have to build lots more power plants!” Click to enlarge.

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