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Rivian Files Patent for Unique Spare Tire Design With Accessories

The Truth About Cars

The patent list makes mention of the space being utilized for a “first aid kit, waste can, water container, cooler, vacuum canister, compressed air system, toolbox, electrical appliance, electrical cord wound on a reel, a camera, or other types of containers.”

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Tesla adds Powerwall, solar, and charger to its API for devs

Baua Electric

It came after years of developers relying on a sort of unofficial API without documentation and official protocols. The automaker has talked on and off about releasing a software development kit (SDK) to create a full third-party app ecosystem operating with its vehicles, which have giant touchscreens and connectivity.

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Add OVMS to your Nissan LEAF

Electric Auto Association

One end of the module includes a DB9 connector used to connect to the vehicle (via a customized ODB-II adapter), as well as SMA connectors for both cellular and GPS (optional) antennas. I recommend a thorough review of the available documentation before configuring your OVMS module. if you intend to use the 4G modem.

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Citroën ë-Berlingo Van now available to order

Green Car Congress

The Control version offers enhanced equipment: manual air conditioning, automatic headlights, hill start assist, remote central locking with Plip system, Citroën Connect Box with SOS & Assistance Pack included, digital DAB MP3 sound system, 5" monochrome touch screen, Bluetooth hands-free kit, 12V socket and a USB port.

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Ford, GM rolling out third-party developer programs for in-vehicle apps

Green Car Congress

The Ford Developer Program for open mobile apps provides a software development kit (SDK), technical support from Ford engineers and a developer community to enable utilizing the SYNC connectivity system and AppLink application programming interface (API). —Doug VanDagens, global director of Ford Connected Services.

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25 Must-Have Accessories for Electric Vehicles

Get Electric Vehicle

Portable chargers are designed to be compatible with various charging plug types, ensuring they can connect to different EV models. Simply plug it into a standard electrical outlet and connect it to your EV #3. EVSE Adapter An EVSE adapter allows you to connect your EV to different types of charging stations.

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This Community-Run Internet is Bridging the Digital Divide

Cars That Think

Last year the IEEE Future Networks initiative ran the inaugural IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge to seek out innovative projects and ideas aimed at increasing connectivity. Last year’s winning projects were presented at the Connecting the Unconnected Summit , a virtual event held in November. www.youtube.com.