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Toyota unveils 2 New bZ series EV models at Auto Shanghai

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Toyota Motor Corporation unveiled two BEV concept models, the bZ Sport Crossover Concept and bZ FlexSpace Concept, at Auto Shanghai. The concept models are being developed as part of the Toyota bZ series, a brand dedicated to BEVs. The bZ FlexSpace Concept is a family-oriented SUV-type BEV with a focus on utility.

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MIT analysis finds current EVs could replace ~90% of personal vehicles now on the road based on driver’s energy consumption

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A study by a team at MIT has concluded that roughly 90% of the personal vehicles on the road in the US could be replaced by an electric vehicle available on the market today, even if the cars can only charge overnight. Together, the two datasets encompass millions of trips made by drivers all around the country. —Jessika Trancik.

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Honda introduces “Cooperative Mobility Ecosystem” at CES 2017; Honda Riding Assist, NeuV concept w/ AI emotion engine

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Honda unveiled its Cooperative Mobility Ecosystem concept at CES 2017 in Las Vegas, connecting artificial intelligence, robotics and big data to transform the mobility experience of the future. The company also introduced Honda Riding Assist, a concept motorcycle that applies Honda’s robotics technology to maintain balance.

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Forth and Mobility Development partner to launch national EV carsharing program; affordable model for underserved communities

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This carsharing model as it will roll out builds upon the success of the Miocar program in California’s San Joaquin Valley (supported by Mobility Development), as well as Forth’s experience of piloting similar programs in rural Oregon—both efforts received proof of concept funding from DOE in 2019.

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GM expands medical projects and charitable deliveries to hospitals

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With ventilators and face masks now in production, GM is expanding its manufacturing of personal protective equipment, including latex-free face shields, protective gowns and aerosol boxes. GM is purchasing a second injection mold to help increase production up to 50,000 units per week. All of these supplies are being donated.

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Comment on Nio to report Q4 earnings on Mar 5 by John Hanna

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the throws of tragedy, the ordinary retail shareholder is the very last person that will considered. A few years after that, the new Fisker is reborn, but unbeholden to purchasers from the first , now defunct, Fisker. And so it will be with all but a very few of the strongest EV makers.

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Panasonic Automotive and IBM partner to develop cognitive vehicle infotainment system with Watson

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The platform also introduces e-commerce capabilities for convenient in-vehicle purchases to make the most of a driver's time, as well as possible future cognitive driving solutions that monitor the vehicle condition for safer driving. Our partnership with Panasonic Automotive will enable a greatly enhanced driving experience.

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