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Toyota Connected’s ‘Cabin Awareness’ concept uses new tech to detect occupants

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Toyota Connected North America (TCNA), an independent software and innovation center of excellence, has introduced its Cabin Awareness concept technology that uses millimeter-wave, high-resolution 4D imaging radar to help detect occupants (including certain pets) in cars and has the potential to detect them if ever they’re left behind.

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GM opens broad application of EV component sets

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GM’s demonstrated proof-of-concept electric conversion vehicles include the E-10 pickup, K-5 Blazer-E, eCOPO Camaro, and Project X built in collaboration with Cagnazzi Racing’s eCrate Solutions Group. Proof of concept vehicle shown. Proof of concept vehicle shown. Production vehicles may vary.

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Volkswagen Group expands US ERL to become IECC; Type 20 BEV concept

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Volkswagen Group of America announced a new name and expanded role for the former Electronics Research Laboratory (ERL), and unveiled a vehicle concept that combines Volkswagen heritage with futuristic technology. Type 20 concept vehicle. Type 20 concept.

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Kia reveals PBV concepts, roadmap and strategy at CES 2024 | Autocar Professional

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Kia’s PBV business will initially be based around the introduction of an all-new, modular vehicle, previewed by the Kia Concept PV5. As a Platform Beyond Vehicle, Kia PBVs will open the door to new businesses and lifestyles by redefining the concept of space thanks to advanced, tailored interiors that provide ultimate freedom and flexibility.

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SEAT launches Mobility Advisor proof-of-concept powered by Watson AI running on the IBM Cloud

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—Jordi Caus, SEAT’s Head of New Urban Mobility Concepts. Currently under development and designed to run as a mobile app on 4G/5G networks, Mobility Advisor uses IBM Watson Assistant to provide users with a conversational interface to plan and optimise routes and suggest the most suitable transportation options.

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Chevrolet Performance previews eCrate package in converted 1977 K5 Blazer EV

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The K5 Blazer-E is a functional proof of concept of the upcoming Electric Connect and Cruise package Chevrolet Performance plans to sell in the second half of 2021. Chevrolet first previewed the eCrate conversion concept with the Chevrolet eCOPO Camaro in 2018 ( earlier post ), followed by the Chevrolet E-10 in 2019.

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Bosch electric car conversion kit – “eAxle”

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If you are searching for electric car conversion kit , you can not miss “Bosch”. Less complex Less weight Enhance efficiency Reduces cost (less components & expensive connecting cables). Bosch electric car conversion kit fitted in Maruti Suzuki Baleno. In concept/ prototype model. Key features of eAxle. Conclusion.

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