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Continental calls for market-based adaptation of the legal framework to support autonomous driving

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International automotive supplier Continental is calling for a market-based adaptation of the legal framework for automated driving. However, the necessary adjustments to the traffic regulatory framework must not fail to take into account the connection with these market dynamics.

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Mercedes-Benz running automated test drive in Shanghai; infrastructure peculiarities

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Mercedes-Benz started its “Intelligent World Drive” at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) in September to adapt more highly automated driving functions to national user and traffic practices. million kilometers in Europe, the US, China, Australia and South Africa, and more than 1.2

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SAIC Motor to invest up to USD 2 billion in India this decade | Autocar Professional

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Speaking on the sidelines of the China Auto Show in Beijing recently, Yu De, GM for International Operations and the assistant to the president of SAIC Motor told Autocar Professional, “We have a very ambitious plan. De says the aim is to offer a high-tech, affordable portfolio of products for the Indian market. “We

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Indian automotive aftermarket expected to reach USD 14 billion by 2028: E&Y report – ET Auto

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On the international front, the study covers 39 countries and narrows down its focus to 10 major export markets, identifying over USD 35 billion worth of export opportunities. The combined export potential to these ten markets is expected to grow to over USD 35 billion by 2028.

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SAIC Motor to invest up to USD 2 billion in India by decade-end, says top executive | Autocar Professional

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We are looking at setting up a second plant in India,” said Yu De, the head of international operations and assistant to the president of SAIC Motor, on the sidelines of the recently concluded Beijing auto show. The facility will develop connected, new-age, and local mobility solutions.

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What is the Combined Charging System (CCS) Standard?

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SAE International (Society of Automotive Engineers) and the European Automobile Manufacturing Association (ACEA) proposed the Combined Charging System (CCS) standard in 2011. CCS combines the existing J1772 standard connection for Level 1 or Level 2 AC-powered EV charging with a two-pin connector for up to 350MW of DC-powered fast charging.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces its mid-size pickup truck: the X-Class leans on diesel

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The market launch in Europe is scheduled for November 2017. At the beginning of 2018 South Africa, Australia and New Zealand will follow, and at the beginning of 2019 Argentina and Brazil. Mercedes-Benz developed the X-Class with the changing requirements of the international pickup markets in mind. Connectivity.

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