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ZF presents new electric 2-speed drive for passenger cars

Green Car Congress

The improvement in energy conversion efficiency compared to previous e-drives extends the driving range for each battery charge. Every percent of improvement in energy conversion efficiency translates into two percent more range. The compact design also makes this new drive system of interest for passenger cars in the compact class.

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Ford to offer SYNC 3 connectivity on entire US MY2017 lineup

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Ford is expanding its SYNC 3 connectivity platform—allowing compatibility of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto—throughout its entire 2017 US vehicle lineup of cars, SUVs, light trucks and electrified vehicles. Future, over-the-air updates via Wi-Fi will help ensure it keeps up with the latest technology.

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Continental presents server-based vehicle architectures with Zone Control Units – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Optimized data links One ZCU bundles all electronic and electrical connections in a local section of the vehicle. At the same time, they are responsible for special tasks such as control, real-time functions, signal to service conversion, communication management and decentralized energy supply.

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Bosch showcasing wide range of future commercial vehicle technologies at NACV; automated, connected and electric

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At the North American Commercial Vehicle Show (NACV) in Atlanta this week, Bosch is showcasing its portfolio of automated, connected and electrified technologies for commercial vehicles. The Bosch Central Gateway (CGW) enables secure connectivity in commercial vehicles. Thermal management.

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Honda e EV features five-screen, full-width digital dashboard

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The new Honda e EV features intuitive and advanced connectivity in a contemporary passenger cabin. The Honda e’s full-width digital dashboard, comprised of five integrated high-resolution color screens, is designed for effortless usability of the onboard connected apps and services. Honda Personal Assistant for AI-powered connectivity.

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Ford Expands CNG/LPG Conversion Capability to F-450, F-550 Super Duty

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Ford presented details of the conversion option, which will become available this fall and enables the use of compressed natural gas (CNG) or propane (LPG, or liquefied petroleum gas), at the annual Ford Fleet Product and Business Conference in Dearborn. liter V-10 engine is well suited to CNG/LPG conversion. liter and 6.8-liter

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New plasma synthesis process for one-step conversion of CO2 and methane into higher value fuel and chemicals

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Instead of using H 2 , direct conversion of CO 2 with CH 4 (dry reforming of methane, DRM) to liquid fuels and chemicals (e.g. The DBD reactor was connected to an AC high voltage power supply with a maximum peak voltage of 30 kV and a variable frequency of 7-12 kHz. In this work, the frequency was fixed at 9 kHz.