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Audi opens new R&D center in Beijing

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In close alignment with AUDI AG, Audi China is systematically investing in smart cockpit technologies, innovative display concepts, intelligent voice control systems, and connectivity solutions. The building also includes two workshops and a robust design lab, as well as an electronics lab and an engaging public showroom.

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Mercedes-Benz Vans launches “Startup adVANce” competition for partners for future transport solutions

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The competition, initiated by Mercedes-Benz Vans and supported by the EU Commission, has a clear goal: identifying and supporting innovations and startups which will make future transport even more efficient with intelligent and new ideas. In this phase the submitted ideas will be fleshed out in workshops together with Mercedes-Benz Vans.

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Food box delivery service HelloFresh receives seven refrigerated Mercedes-Benz eVito vans

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Many customers would like to change their vehicle fleet over to sustainable drive concepts and, especially in urban zones, to operate their routes using battery-electric vans. The concept for locally emission-free deliveries of temperature-sensitive products is also expected to be extended to other sectors and model series in the future.

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Daimler Trucks E-Mobility Group starts global initiative for electric-truck charging infrastructure

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The first workshops have been taking place for some time now. The close dialog between the main players is also intended to speed up previously lengthy and complex planning and application processes for network connections. Different energy suppliers can use these concepts, significantly reducing their planning time.

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Stop-and-go: A look at how braking systems are evolving | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

With vehicle architectures rapidly undergoing fundamental changes towards zone-based architecture, brake systems are becoming increasingly intelligent to meet the future needs and requirements of automated driving, electrification and digitalisation. Till now, in most series production vehicles, the braking system is somewhat like this.

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This Community-Run Internet is Bridging the Digital Divide

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Last year the IEEE Future Networks initiative ran the inaugural IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge to seek out innovative projects and ideas aimed at increasing connectivity. It solicited early-stage projects that have already been piloted but not yet widely deployed, plus theoretical concepts that have potential.

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Fast evolving auto industry needs befitting HR solutions | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Companies can implement an incentive and variable pay concept to manage compensation. These skills include expertise in future technologies such as electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving, networking, and data analytics. They are also focusing on partnerships with educational institutions and overseas organisations.