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Hyundai launches Bluelink+ connected car service program

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Hyundai Motor America launched a connected car services program called Bluelink+, which eliminates nearly all subscription fees for new owners. By standardizing access to top safety, maintenance, and remote technology features, Hyundai is offering a complimentary industry-leading connectivity program for all new owners.

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Spotify’s Car Thing Is a Cautionary Tale About Connected Automotive Products

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Spotify has found itself on the receiving end of consumer backlash after announcing it would no longer continue support of its Car Thing media device. The unit was very obviously designed for people with older vehicles that lack modern touchscreens and connectivity features. And quite soon after being launched, too.

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China Merchants Heavy Industry orders methanol dual-fuel engines for new Pure Car and Truck Carrier segment

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China Merchants Heavy Industry has ordered 2 × MAN B&W 7S60ME-LGIM (Liquid Gas Injection Methanol) engines in connection with the construction of 2 × 9,300 ceu (car equivalent units) Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTCs) for China Merchants Energy Shipping (CMES).

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Safeguarding connected cars from cybersecurity threats – ET Auto

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Cyber threats are constantly evolving, making it essential for smart car owners to stay informed about the latest trends and best practices in cybersecurity. In an age where technology seamlessly integrates into various aspects of our lives, the concept of smart cars has become increasingly prevalent.

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Hyundai, Kia join China’s Baidu to develop connected cars – ET Auto

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Seoul, South Korea’s top carmaker Hyundai Motor and its affiliate Kia said on Sunday that they have inked an agreement with China’s tech giant Baidu to develop technologies for connected cars. The agreement came amid the growing market for connected cars in China.

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IDTechEx: buying an autonomous electric car will feel more like buying a laptop than a car

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by Dr James Jeffs, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Computer chips have been part of cars for a long time, but no one really cares about them until they stop working or they are late to the production line, grinding manufacturing to an industry-shaking halt. Semiconductor devices found on autonomous electric vehicles.

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EV Connect Selected as a Preferred EV Charging Provider for Marriott Across North America

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With 14 million electric vehicles expected to be on the road by the end of 2023, providing charging infrastructure has become a priority for the hospitality industry. To serve this demand, EV Connect announced an agreement with hotel chain Marriott International to simplify EV charging for its properties and guests.