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U-M, Ford open robotics complex to accelerate future of advanced, more equitable robotics and mobility

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As Ford continues the most profound transformation in our history with electrification, connectivity and automation, advancing our collaboration with the University of Michigan will help us accelerate superior experiences for our customers while modernizing our business. —Ken Washington, chief technology officer, Ford Motor Company.

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I yeeted an electric bicycle battery into a tub of water to see what happens

Baua Electric

Theoretically, you could toss it in the shallow end of your neighborhood swimming pool, fish it back out, and it should work just fine. Except that to avoid getting my family in trouble with their local HOA, I decided not to use their actual neighborhood pool. That means it can survive swimming in up to one meter (39 inches) of water.

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Worldwatch Institute study expects number of countries running high-speed rail nearly to double by 2014

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The increase in HSR is due largely to its reliability and ability to cover large distances in a short time; to investments aimed at connecting once-isolated regions; and to the diminishing appeal of air travel, which is becoming more cumbersome because of security concerns. —Worldwatch Senior Researcher Michael Renner.

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Battery/Ultracapacitor System for Small Electric Vehicles

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In their study, the researchers connected the battery pack and ultracapacitor bank in parallel to the DC link with bi-directional two quadrant buck-boost converters. The battery pack comprised two parallel strings of 14 series-connected 12 V NiMH batteries (Saft NHE 10-100).

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Univ of Utah studies find up to 27 seconds of mental distraction for drivers after using new hands-free technologies

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At the 25 mph speed limit in the study, drivers traveled the length of nearly three football fields during this time. The Mazda 6’s Connect system rated very highly distracting (4.6). The new studies were conducted with participants driving the various cars at 25 mph or less around a 2.7-mile —David Strayer. Methodology.

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Ghibli Trofeo

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Maserati says the top speed is a stunning 203 mph, which we believe, but did not attempt, making it the fastest vehicle in its class. Through the Maserati Connected Services Bluetooth voice commands for the radio and telephone are accessible by just saying “Hey Maserati.”. Not in reality, but certainly in their dreams.

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo

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Maserati says the top speed is 187 mph, making this luxury SUV a fast grocery-getter. The Maserati Levante Trofeo is unique, even in Southern California, where every luxury car sold runs free on the highways and can be found in the most exclusive neighborhoods. Five-Seat Speedster. Dynamic Presence. A smooth design.