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Magna develops and pilots autonomous, on-road last-mile delivery solution

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Magna has successfully developed and is piloting a novel last-mile delivery solution for urban environments. Since then, it has delivered hundreds of pizzas to residential and commercial locations near the restaurant. The Magna-developed robot was launched on a pilot basis with a pizza restaurant in the Detroit area in March 2022.

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GEM commits to invest up to $100M in Skyworks Aeronautics; commercialization of eVTOL gyroplanes

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Skyworks Aeronautics will use the funds to move forward with the commercialization of its gyroplane aircraft, including the eGyro electric air taxi geared towards urban air mobility and the 400 mph VertiJet VTOL aircraft that competes directly with helicopters, but at a much higher speed, longer range and lower operating cost.

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GM launches BrightDrop: first-to-last-mile electric ecosystem for goods & services

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General Motors has launched a new business, BrightDrop , which will offer an ecosystem of electric first-to-last-mile products, software and services to empower delivery and logistics companies to move goods more efficiently. Available in early 2021, the EP1 can help reduce package touch points, costs and physical strain on delivery drivers.

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Archer taps FCA to accelerate eVTOL production

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Archer, a manufacturer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) have entered into a definitive agreement to enable Archer to benefit from access to FCA’s low-cost supply chain, advanced composite material capabilities, and engineering and design experience. trillion by 2040.

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REE begins trials of electric P7 modular platform for delivery fleets; Classes 3-5

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is commencing trials of its all-new P7 platform designed for commercial delivery vehicles and walk-in vans. This architecture approach affords both cost and timing benefits through the development process, as well as further production efficiencies from the resultant economies of scale. Up to 80 mph (130 kph). Specification.

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Joby expands eVTOL partnership with US DoD; expands contract by $45M

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Agility Prime, launched in April 2020, is the Air Force’s collaborative initiative to work with the industrial base on testing and experimentation, accelerating development of the commercial eVTOL aircraft industry, enabling resilient distributed logistics and sustainable mobility.

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REE Automotive debuts P7-B electric Class 3 box truck

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This P7 box truck configuration offers increased interior space for passengers and cargo and a low step-in height while targeting a maximum speed of 75 mph (120 km/h), max range of 150 miles (241 km), up to 4,400 lbs (2,000 kg) payload, and vehicle weight ratings (GVWR) of up to 14,000 lbs (6,350 kg). Driving Range: 150 miles / 241 km.