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Texas DOT to form connected and automated vehicle task force

Green Car Congress

The Texas Department of Transportation is going to create a Connected and Autonomous Vehicle (CAV) Task Force to become a central point for CAV advancement in Texas. We look forward to furthering these important efforts as connected and autonomous vehicles become reality. —TxDOT Executive Director James Bass.

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

Green Car Congress

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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USDOT preparing to issue solicitation for Phase 1 of Connected Vehicle Pilot Deployment program

Green Car Congress

The US Department of Transportation (USDOT) is preparing to issue (on or before 15 January 2015) a solicitation for a full and open competition to procure services for the Connected Vehicle (CV) Pilot Deployment program, Phase 1: Concept Development. Accordingly, USDOT has issued the synopsis notice ( DTFH6115R00003 ) for Phase 1.

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Rise of the dashcam culture in automotive ecosystem | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Initially popularised for documenting breathtaking road trips, these unassuming devices have evolved into indispensable tools for safety-conscious drivers. Enhancing personal and vehicle security They not only help with accident documentation, but also ensure personal and vehicle security.

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GM publishes “Blue Paper” on sustainable urban mobility; integrating input from Sustainable Urban Mobility events in Shanghai

Green Car Congress

Electrification, connectivity and creative design are key components of the technology solutions. The Blue Paper is an important document that integrates the learnings from our forums and participation in Expo 2010, which have provided a compelling vision of the future of the automobile and urban communities.

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Driving Dystopia: Automakers Are Selling Your Driving Data to Insurance Companies

The Truth About Cars

While this is something many drivers had already been made aware of since the implementation of connected vehicles, the outlet claims that the amount of data has ramped up to a staggering degree. That’s no longer necessary with connected vehicles. Inquiring with one agency as to why, he was told his LexisNexis report could be a factor.

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The Boring Company’s UNLV purchase gets approval from NSHE Board of Regents

Teslarati

The transportation system would also provide UNLV students the ability to commute to employment centers throughout the Las Vegas valley,” noted public documents about TBC’s purchase. Vegas Loop fare is estimated to cost between $6-12 per person. The purchase price of UNLV’s property has not been officially announced.