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Hyundai introduces 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at Chicago Auto Show

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Hyundai unveiled the redesigned 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at the Chicago Auto Show. Although the powertrains remain the same, the new Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid feature a comprehensive exterior and interior redesign, safety, suspension and new and improved infotainment and connectivity features.

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Second-generation Kia Niro debuts in hybrid, PHEV and EV variants

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The 2023 Niro will launch in the United States with three electrified powertrains: hybrid electric (HEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and all-electric (EV). When it is connected to a Level 2 charger, the Niro PHEV can refill its 11.1-kWh The all-new Kia Niro CUV made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show.

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Aclima partnering with Google to map outdoor air quality with Street View vehicles

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a San Francisco-based company that designs and deploys environmental sensor networks, is partnering with Google Earth Outreach to map and better to understand urban air quality. Today we’re announcing the success of our integration test with Google, which lays the foundation for generating high resolution maps of air quality in cities.

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Volvo enhances mobile app to support V60 plug-in hybrid

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Volvo Car has enhanced its mobile app, Volvo On Call, with a new design, extra features and added vehicle connectivity. The app also enables users to connect with the plug-in diesel V60 Hybrid. New functions specific to the V60 D6 AWD Plug-in Diesel Hybrid incude: Passenger compartment preconditioning. Honk and Flash.

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Updated Audi Q7 SUV has 48V MHEV as standard, new PHEV option

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Shortly after the market introduction in September, a gasoline unit, followed also by a plug-in hybrid model, will join the lineup. Audi connect and assist systems. The MMI navigation plus features LTE Advanced, a Wi-Fi hotspot, natural voice control and the extensive Audi connect portfolio. liters per 100 kilometers.

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Ford working with Google Prediction API to enable vehicles independently to change behavior for optimal driveability and fuel efficiency

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Prototype screen shot of Ford’s Google Cloud Prediction. Ford researchers are applying Google’s Prediction API to more than two years of their own predictive driver behavior research and analysis in an effort to enable vehicles independently to change how they perform to deliver optimal driveability and fuel efficiency.

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Porsche expanding Charging Service in Europe; more than 49,000 charging points

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Just a few months after the launch, Porsche is expanding its charging service for plug-in and electric vehicles ( earlier post ) by five countries and additional functions. Information on the location and availability of charging stations and on the price for vehicle charging are available in real-time.

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