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Starlink’s mini dish gets approval from the FCC

Teslarati

It can connect to more satellites and is more resilient. It has enhanced GPS capabilities and can connect to more satellites, providing a more stable internet connection. It has enhanced GPS capabilities and can connect to more satellites, providing a more stable internet connection.

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Brands respond to Plug-in Car Grant changes with price reductions and new models

Drive EV

Previously the only route to the longer range e-Niro SUV was to purchase the model in mid-range “3” trim level. driveEV is the UK's only online magazine dedicated to electric cars. Connect with us on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Delivering news, reviews, tips and advice.

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Opinion: Consumer Reports’ Tesla Autopilot stunt crossed a line in an already-heated EV climate

Teslarati

The magazine was successful in its aim, but it also demonstrated that it takes a very determined driver and an elaborate set of procedures to bypass Tesla’s driver-monitoring systems. . The magazine’s team seemed to have buckled in the driver’s seatbelt without a person sitting in the seat. Only it didn’t.

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Nissan LEAF pricing reduced making all models eligible for the plug-in car grant

Drive EV

For customers looking to purchase the long-range e+ 62kWh version, the price reduction renews the model’s eligibility for the grant, unlocking a saving of £5,265 compared to purchasing at the previous price without the £2,500 PICG support. driveEV is the UK's only online magazine dedicated to electric cars. LEAF e+ N-Connecta.

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Tesla’s camera-based driver monitoring system exists; pretending it doesn’t makes roads less safe

Teslarati

The magazine admitted that Tesla’s driver-assist system’s object detection and response is better than comparable systems, but Kelly Funkhouser, head of connected and automated vehicle testing for Consumer Reports , argued that it is this very reason why the magazine has safety concerns with Tesla’s cars. .

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Leveraging Artificial Intelligence In Tackling Marketing Challenges For EVs 

Get Electric Vehicle

According to a recent study by EV magazine the Chinese automaker BYD sold more EVs in the fourth quarter of 2023 than Tesla although Tesla sold a total of 1.8 Getting Connected Emotionally EVs can cater to the various needs of different customer groups. Let us look at how people get connected with their vehicles.

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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

Green Car Congress

There is an extensive body of work on connected vehicle research, and some background is required before coming back to Ford. US DOT Connected Vehicles Research. Connected vehicle mobility applications provide a connected, data-rich travel environment. Background. This information can be used to improve system operation.

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