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INRIX and Parkmobile bring end-to-end parking solution to the connected car

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a leading provider of dynamic connected car services worldwide, and Parkmobile, the leading provider of on-demand and prepaid mobile payments for on- and off- street parking and mobility solutions, announced a strategic partnership at the annual International Parking Institute (IPI) conference. INRIX, Inc.,

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Ford holding auto app developer conference; hackathon with LA data

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Ford Motor Company will hold an automotive app developer conference on 8 September as part of the Connected Car Expo taking place at CTIA’s Super Mobility Week at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas. Fifty eligible developer teams will be invited to compete in the Ford Connected Car-Connected City App Pursuit.

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Einride opens largest charging station for heavy-duty EVs, powered by Voltera

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At the time, we learned these Einride branded charging stations would be erected in Sweden and Los Angeles to begin. Einride says its new EV charging station will serve its connected fleet customers like Maersk while offering a robust site for future freight customers to recharge conveniently around Los Angeles County.

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NREL study finds high-pressure hydrogen pipeline system could potentially make hydrogen cost-competitive with gasoline

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Department of Energy (DOE) estimates that a dispensed cost of about $7/kg must be achieved to make FCEVs competitive with gasoline internal combustion engine vehicles in early FCEV markets. The smallest modeled system connects eight existing stations. The authors assumed a total pipeline length of 38 miles (4.8

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BMW presents solar carport concept for i models

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The international media launch of the BMW i8 in Los Angeles will include the presentation of a solar carport concept developed by BMW Group DesignworksUSA for the use of renewable energy. It combines high-grade technology for generating electricity from solar power with an innovative design that complements the BMW i models.

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GM introducing US/Canada version of 2013 Chevrolet Spark at LA Auto Show

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GM will introduce the 2013 Chevrolet Spark minicar at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. The MyLink infotainment system, featuring the personalized connectivity of Pandora and Stitcher internet radio, will be offered on 1LT and 2LT models when Spark goes on sale in the United States and Canada in mid-2012.

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Two engine options in new Mazda6; updated 2.5L with cylinder deactivation, turbo 2.5L with Dynamic Pressure Turbo

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The updated Mazda6 ( earlier post ) introduced at the Los Angeles Auto Show this past week offers two powertrain options in the US: an upgraded SKYACTIV-G 2.5 liter, four-cylinder engine comes with a number of upgrades to reduce internal friction and improve efficiency across all rpm, and also adds a greater level of refinement.

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