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BMW updates BMW Connected with expanded services, device support and availability

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The personal mobility companion BMW Connected already comprises many functions designed to help users with their daily mobility needs. Using the Open Mobility Cloud as a basis, it connects touchpoints such as smartphones and smartwatches with users’ cars, thus weaving the car into their digital lives.

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Geely launches Lynk & Co; a new electrified and connected global car brand

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China-based automaker Geely has launched Lynk & Co —a new global car brand designed and engineered in Sweden; every model will feature an electrified powertrain. Full mobile connectivity will also be standard, working in partnership with Ericsson. —Alain Visser, Senior Vice President of Lynk & Co.

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Preh acquires power electronics company ePower from Kongsberg Automotive

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ePower currently employs 20 people and has two development centers in Gothenburg and Mullsjö in Sweden. In addition, the high-tech specialist draws on a proven network of around 50 engineering consultants, who both operate out of Sweden and India. At Preh, ePower will become part of the e-mobility business within Preh Sweden AB.

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NEVS launches PONS mobility ecosystem with autonomous vehicles for city needs; Sango

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NEVS has presented its new mobility ecosystem: PONS—the first generation of autonomous vehicles with a connected user interface. For the launch in Sweden, NEVS has partnered with AutoX, a leading L4 autonomous driving technology company based in Silicon Valley and Shenzhen. The self-driving vehicle Sango.

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Volvo Cars and partners launch One Tonne Life experiment in Sweden

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Volvo Cars, A-hus and Vattenfall recently launched the six-month One Tonne Life project—an attempt by a family (the Lindells) to cut their carbon dioxide yearly emissions from seven tonnes per person to a more sustainable one tonne. Volvo has provided a C30 Electric ( earlier post ) for use in the project.

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Volvo reveals new XC90; limited diesel, gasoline First Edition on sale only online

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Volvo Cars revealed the XC90, its new 7-seat SUV, at an event in Sweden. There is a choice of five modes, including one in which the driver is free to tailor the settings to his or her personal taste. The new XC90, with “Thor’s hammer” DRL lights. Click to enlarge. Powertrain of the Volvo XC90 Twin Engine PHEV.

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Volvo Car Corporation, Ericsson and partners in plug-in vehicle smart on-board charging research project

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The system directs the cost for each charge to the car owner’s personal utility bill. Sensus is the interface that promotes intuitive communication with the car, connecting it to the driver’s digital world. Any unintended interruption of charging process is directly reported to the driver’s mobile phone.

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