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Rivian develops a sliding door patent, hinting toward a minivan

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Rivian has filed a new patent that describes a dual guide rail sliding door that would be perfect for a minivan. The design is driving speculation that Rivian could be on its way to develop the market’s first electric minivan just after it produced the industry’s first production version of an all-electric pickup truck.

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Tech: 2022 Toyota Connected: Autono-MaaS and Cabin Awareness Concept

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When used with an autonomous driving kit from another company, Autono-MaaS allows the combined technologies to autonomously drive a vehicle for public transportation or even in a Class 8 over-the-road semi hauling goods. Two companies are currently using Autono-MaaS: May Mobility and Aurora Innovation.

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Mopar introduces new at-home plug-in wall chargers for Jeep 4xe models and Chrysler Pacifica

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In addition, new Wi-Fi connectivity gives customers the ability to monitor and control charging any time and anywhere via a mobile app and web portal. Mopar is teaming with the expert installation service company Qmerit to offer convenient installation of Level 2 chargers within the United States.

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Toyota investing $500M in Uber; two expand collaboration on automated vehicle technologies

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To accomplish this, technology from each company will be integrated into purpose-built Toyota vehicles to be deployed on Uber’s ride-sharing network. The initial “Autono-MaaS” (autonomous-mobility as a service) fleet will be based on Toyota’s Sienna Minivan platform. Separately, Toyota is investing $500 million in Uber.

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Chrysler Group partnering with NextEnergy to evaluate vehicle-to-grid technology

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Chrysler Group is working with NextEnergy to evaluate vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology using four all-electric minivans. The battery-powered minivans are connected to a charging module that, using NextEnergy technology, can simulate any electrical grid in the world.

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Toyota’s advertisements force Hispanic constancy

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The automaker started operating with its Hispanic promoting company, Conill Promoting, in 1987 to create original connections with those consumers, stated Lisa Materazzo, staff vice chairman of Toyota advertising and marketing. The RAV4, Camry, Corolla, Highlander, Tacoma and Sienna minivan have been all Refuse.

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BorgWarner suggests Valve-Event Modulated Boost system can offer 6-17% fuel economy benefit over already downsized and turbocharged engines

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The company originally described the system in a 2010 SAE paper (2010-01-1222) and at the 2010 World Congress. The concentric camshaft features one set of lobes connected to the phaser sprocket, and a second set next to it is connected to phaser. VCD can deliver about a 4.5% on a D-class sedan compared to about 8%, Thomas said.