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DOT issues discussion document on principles for a connected vehicle environment; safety as top priority

Green Car Congress

Connected vehicles refer to the ability of vehicles of all types to communicate wirelessly with other vehicles (V2V) and roadway equipment (V2I), such as traffic signals, to support a range of safety, mobility and environmental applications. Vehicles include light, heavy and transit vehicles. Coverage/scale. User Protections.

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How Safe Are EVs for Fleets?

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Many fleet owners and operators are interested in reducing operational and maintenance costs with electric vehicles (EVs), but they worry about vehicle safety. This is referred to as “well-to-wheel emissions.” Maintenance is one of the areas where EVs are safer than ICE vehicles because they have far fewer moving parts.

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Details on how Enbridge will expand capacity of Alberta Clipper oil sands crude pipeline without US review

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In 2009, the State Department issued a Presidential Permit authorizing the construction, operation and maintenance of the 36-inch diameter Line 67 pipeline extending between the US-Canada border near Neche, ND and the first US mainline shut off valve or pumping station in the United States. The dotted lines show future connections.

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Should Cities Offer Free EV Charging?

EV Connect

Some cities are expanding their charging infrastructure with pay-per-use models to help offset installation and maintenance costs. Plus, selling advertising can be a way to recoup some of the installation and maintenance costs without extending that cost to the consumer. Some are looking to develop revenue streams.

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Road Test: 2021 Cadillac Escalade Duramax 4WD

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The screen also is home for embedded navigation and the fantastic, optional three-amplifier, 28-channel, 36-speaker AKG Studio Reference 3D sound system. The Cadillac User Experience, or CUE System , is designed to provide a complete suite of infotainment, navigation and communication tools for keeping the driver connected.

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Road Test: 2024 Cadillac XT4 Premium Luxury FWD

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The first thought is this references a 3.5-liter A note regarding OnStar : a simple push of a button connects you with a friendly General Motors representative to handle emergencies, directions and general assistance to make your driving experience safer and more enjoyable. liter engine or 350 horsepower, but no, not even close.

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Ford showcasing vehicle-to-vehicle communication for crash avoidance; potential for leveraging WiFi and smartphones to extend quickly the number of participating vehicles

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A 2010 NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) analysis concluded that V2V systems potentially could address 79% of all vehicle target crashes, 81% of all light-vehicle target crashes, and 71% of all heavy-truck target crashes annually. US DOT Connected Vehicles Research. Background.

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