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Exploring the Latest Technological Advancements in Luxury Vehicle Manufacturing: From AI to Electric Mobility

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Luxury electric vehicles boast cutting-edge infotainment systems, advanced connectivity options, and state-of-the-art driver assistance technologies. Similarly, the BMW i8 incorporates recycled carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) in its construction, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle. #8

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The technology behind Ford’s Lightweight Concept Vehicle; prospects for Mach-II with 50% mass reduction difficult

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Designing the Mach-II to achieve the targeted reduction of 50% from baseline is difficult, and the team has not reached the goal of 761 kg curb weight yet, said Tim Skszek from Vehma during his presentation on the Mach-II project at the DOE Annual Merit Review this week in Washington, DC. Forged aluminum connecting rods saved 40%.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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With its new architecture, use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, and premium mobility service offerings, the “ i3 marks the beginning of a new mobility age ,” said Dr. Reithofer. The SGL carbon fiber plant at Moses Lake, Washington, uses 100% hydropower. kilograms (3.3

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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Audi presented a range of its ongoing work on electromobility and efficiency—from fuels and systems to full vehicles—under the “Future Performance Days 2015” banner. With the e-tron services in the Audi connect portfolio, drivers can use their smartphones to control such functions as charging and heating or cooling.

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Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX covers more than 621 miles on single charge

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The route profile—from motorway to mountain passes, including roadworks—and the weather conditions presented the VISION EQXX with a wide variety of challenges. This world-beating figure for a road-legal vehicle results from the intelligent interaction of many individual measures.

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