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DOT issues discussion document on principles for a connected vehicle environment; safety as top priority

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Connected vehicles refer to the ability of vehicles of all types to communicate wirelessly with other vehicles (V2V) and roadway equipment (V2I), such as traffic signals, to support a range of safety, mobility and environmental applications. Transportation Safety is the DOT’s top stated priority for the connected vehicle environment.

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SAE and ISO publish joint automotive cybersecurity standard

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The standard helps the industry define a structured process to ensure cybersecurity is incorporated into the design of road vehicles, including systems, components software and connections of any external device or network.

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SAE International publishes updated standard for on-route mechanized conductive EV charging systems for buses: SAE J3105

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SAE International published its latest standard, SAE J3105 : Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System Using Conductive Automated Connection Devices, along with three new tributary documents. It also covers the functional and dimensional requirements for the vehicle connection interface and supply equipment interface.

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Sandia, national lab partners studying vulnerabilities of electric vehicle charging infrastructure

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These include, (1) EV connectors; (2) user terminals; (3) internet connections; (4) maintenance terminals from physical access or disassembly. The team looked at a few entry points, including vehicle-to-charger connections, wireless communications, electric vehicle operator interfaces, cloud services and charger maintenance ports.

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Tesla Giga Berlin works with local district to establish easy commute for employees

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Tesla’s Gigafactory Berlin will have a bicycle path connecting the electric car production facility to the nearby town of Erkner, establishing an easier commute route for eventual employees at the manufacturing plant. The bike path will connect Giga Berlin to the town of Erkner and will be 2.5 kilometers (1.49

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Eos Energy launches $500M Project AMAZE with $398.6M conditional loan guarantee from DOE; long-term zinc-based storage

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The bipolar structure simplifies internal battery connections to reduce internal resistance and improve round-trip efficiency. They’re mechanically tough, corrosion-resistant, and chemically stable, delivering for years with virtually no degradation.

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Key Tools for Fleet Management

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From GPS tracking systems that provide real-time insights into vehicle locations to maintenance software that helps you keep your fleet in top condition, these tools can make a world of difference. Communication devices play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless connectivity between fleet managers, drivers and the dispatch center.

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