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Volvo Cars opens order books for new electric C40 Recharge

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It offers an anticipated range of around 420 km (261 miles), which is expected to improve over time via over-the-air software updates. Like the XC40 Recharge electric compact SUV, the C40 Recharge comes with an infotainment systems jointly developed with Google and based on the Android operating system. of total Volvo Car USA sales.

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Autonomy orders 23,000 EVs from 17 automakers; $1.2B order covers 45 EV models

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Autonomy, the nation’s largest electric vehicle subscription company, placed an order for 23,000 electric vehicles with 17 global automakers to expand and diversify its subscription fleet beyond Tesla. Battery Range: 250 miles minimum (with some exceptions). Telematics: Fully connected. The fleet order is valued at $1.2

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Polestar unveils Polestar 2 electric fastback; targeting Tesla Model 3

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Polestar launched in 2017 with the Polestar 1—a low-volume Electric Performance Hybrid GT with 600 hp, 1,000 N·m and an electric-only range of 150 km (93 miles). Phone-as-Key technology enables car sharing and a more integrated ownership experience, as well as Polestar’s connected services such as pick-up and delivery.

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Hyundai introduces US market version of Kona Electric at New York show; 250-mile range

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Estimated range is 250 miles (402 km). Kona Electric estimated range is a segment-leading 250 miles (402 km), meeting the varying needs of owner lifestyles. Hyundai is the only global car manufacturer to produce its own steel for vehicle production for specific benefits to Kona Electric structural integrity and safety.

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Ford introduces North America’s largest electric vehicle charging network for its EV customers; Greenlots led buildout

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Ford is collaborating with Amazon in the US for all installation services from 240V outlets to the Ford Connected Charge Station. —Ted Cannis, Ford director of global electrification. Ford expects many customers will choose an available Ford Connected Charge Station. FordPass will also identify points of interest.

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Google’s technology campaign for autonomous driving

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Search engine giant Google is looking for partners within in the auto industry to help launch one of the most significant applications of artificial technology over the next several years, the self-driving car. —Allen Taub, former GM VP, Global R&D. million people/year are killed in auto accidents globally. by Bill Cooke.

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An imperfect guide: How much can we rely on GPS?  | Autocar Professional

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The development came just days after a North Carolina-based family in late September took legal action against technology giant Google. The lawsuit alleges that Google was fully aware of a collapsed bridge along Paxson's intended route but failed to update its navigation system accordingly.

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