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Kia Motors reveals next-generation separated sound zone technology; individual audio spaces without headphones

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Kia Motors corporation unveiled its next-generation Separated Sound Zone (SSZ) technology that allows each passenger of a vehicle to experience an audio stream tailored to their individual needs, including music, hands-free phone calls, and vehicle alerts, while maintaining a headphone-free social space where passengers can converse freely. SSZ technology has been in development since 2014, and the completed mass production system is expected to be ready for installation in vehicles within one t

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Electrify America launches "Jetstones" ad campaign

Green Car Reports

If regular automakers aren't advertising their electric cars well enough, maybe purveyors of electric-car infrastructure can fill in the gaps. Electrify America, VW's court-mandated effort to build a nationwide DC fast-charge network, is launching its first ad campaign Monday on behalf of all electric cars. Called the "Jetstones," the ad campaign.

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Autonomous electric shuttle in long-term public demo in Candiac, Québec

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The City of Candiac, Québec is hosting a long-term demonstration project for a 100% electric autonomous shuttle to be used on public roads for the first time in Canada. In addition to the municipality’s involvement, the project is made possible by transportation company Keolis Canada, manufacturer NAVYA, the financial support of the Québec Government and the collaboration of Propulsion Québec, la Grappe industrielle des véhicules électriques et intelligents du Québec and Technopôle IVÉO.

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#JoeTakesOnTheNews – SCE’s Radioactive Waste Danger Downplayed By Times As “Spent Fuel”

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

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Ford introducing new midsize SUV in China; Territory will offer 48V mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants

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Ford has released the first images of the new Territory, a mid-size SUV targeted at new buyers in emerging cities in China. Ford developed the Territory together with its joint venture partner, Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC). Territory customers can choose between a fuel-efficient gasoline engine option; 48V mild hybrid with Miller-Cycle technology; and a plug-in hybrid powertrain when it goes on sale in early 2019.

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Time is running out for VW diesel claims

Green Car Reports

Time is running out for owners of 2.0-liter VW TDIs to file their claims against the company and receive a settlement that could be worth at least $5,100. All claims in the diesel emissions lawsuit must be filed by Sept. 1. So far, Volkswagen has bought back more than 350,000 TDIs and repaired another 57,000. CHECK OUT: VW TDI owners face deadline.

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk reveals talks with Saudi fund to take Tesla private, others express doubt

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In a public letter to investors Monday morning, Tesla CEO Elon Musk expanded on details of his plan to take the company private. Musk announced Aug. 4 on Twitter that he was considering a privatization plan and had funding "secured." In the letter Monday, he revealed that he has been in discussions for almost two years with the sovereign wealth.

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GYON adds name to long list of Chinese EV startups

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LOS ANGELES — Can you believe it? Another EV startup — that will produce “affordable luxury” electric vehicles — has popped up. It is called GYON — name is an acronym for “Grow Your Own Niche.” I attended an event here on August 8 to announce GYON’s partnership with the Gaffoglio Family Metalcrafters , a firm in Fountain Valley, CA.

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VW TDI claims, more Tesla details, "Jetstones" promote electric cars: Today's Car News

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The VW TDI settlement nears completion. Elon Musk reveals more details about his privatization plan for Tesla. And Electrify America rolls out the "Jetstones" to promote electric cars. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Owners of 2.0-liter VW TDI models have until Sept. 1 to file for settlements with the company over the diesel emissions.

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Top five cars for under £200 per month

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Our price-busting articles on the five cars you can lease for around £100 a month and the best five EVs and hybrids you can lease for less than £250 a month remain some of the most popular on ContractHireAndLeasing.

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Faurecia and Accenture partner on products and services for connected and autonomous vehicles

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Dongfeng Motor Green Plan includes 20 electrified models by 2022; Nissan e-Power on core models

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Dongfeng Motor Company Limited (DFL), the joint venture between Nissan Motors and Dongfeng Motor Group, will accelerate the “Green 2022 Plan” rollout with a focus on green products, production and materials reuse. DFL plans to introduce 20 electrified (EV and e-POWER) models under its four brands by 2022, with Nissan e-Power technology ( earlier post ) available on core models.

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Top five cars for around £100 per month

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There are many reasons why leasing makes a lot of sense, whether you’re after an executive saloon or a super-frugal supermini, but if your main aim is to drive a new car and keep costs to an absolute minimum, there’s a wealth of deals that enable you to get behind the wheel of a new car for around £100 per month.

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Bang for your buck: The top power-for-pound performance cars

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Like your cars with a bit of oomph? Well as important as a car’s power to weight ratio is, at ContractHireAndLeasing we’re more concerned with your power to pound ratio.

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Audi lease deals for any monthly budget

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It goes without say that Audi are one of the most aspirational brands out there for motorists

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ExxonMobil announces 6th oil discovery offshore Guyana with Ranger-1; Guyana may move from non-producer to regional powerhouse

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Top five low deposit car leasing deals

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Top five low deposit car leasing deals

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2019 Honda HR-V: first details revealed

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A refreshed version of the Honda HR-V will be available from October, featuring tweaked styling, an updated interior and a new 1.5-litre petrol engine.

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Mercedes-Benz lease deals for any monthly budget

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Nothing says class and elegance quite like a Mercedes-Benz