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SEAT implements self-driven robots to automate outdoor parts transport; ASTI Tribot with SLAM navigation

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SEAT is the first industrial manufacturer in Europe to have outdoor, automated guided vehicles (AGVs) with SLAM navigation (simultaneous localization and mapping), 4G connection and inductive charging for the batteries. SEAT’s AGVs are based on ASTI’s Tribot 10T. Altogether, the eight AGVs travel 240 kilometres a day.

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Bremen orders 35 Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G electric articulated buses with NMC 3 batteries

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In addition to this charging infrastructure, including services, the vehicle comes with several 40 kW mobile workshop chargers, also supplied by Mercedes-Benz. The electrical system also includes the integrated on-board diagnostic system (OBD) and a bus data center for using the connectivity services of Omniplus On.

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Porsche Engineering and Vodafone Business establish 5G hybrid MPN at Nardò

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Porsche Engineering and Vodafone Business have established Europe’s first 5G hybrid mobile private network (MPN) at Nardò Technical Center (NTC) for the development of intelligent and connected vehicles. Besides the new mobile network, now NTC also offers its customers a high-performance 1 Gbit/s connection.

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Volvo Trucks increases truck uptime with wireless connection

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Volvo Trucks has developed a new GSM-based system that allows the workshop to check a truck’s condition remotely—a development that promises increased uptime and lower maintenance costs. This allows the Volvo workshop to monitor the vehicle’s wear and condition and also read trouble codes remotely, using the GSM network.

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Renault 2010 Environment Workshop, Part 1: Combustion Engine Technology and Product Plans

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Renault held a “2010 Environment Workshop” last week to showcase its progress across its range of vehicles’ full lifecycle through the Renault eco² program. The gears are carried by four shafts: two concentric primary shafts (each of which is connected to a clutch) and two secondary shafts. Select Engines.

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myenergi champions greener future at Earthfest 2024

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Attendees explored a jam-packed schedule of talks, demonstrations and interactive workshops, all centred around climate-related topics. As part of the schedule, Brompton took to the stage as part of the “She’s Electric: Breaking down barriers for women in e-mobility” panel discussion.

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Volkswagen’s CARIAD acquiring the Mobility Services Platform business unit of Hexad GmbH

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These services are part of the digital ecosystem around the car that CARIAD is building for all Volkswagen Group brands. It also includes the Predictive Maintenance service that analyzes AI-based vehicle data and advises customers to approach their workshop to prevent any vehicular damage well ahead of time.