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Volkswagen progressing with work on quantum computing, develops traffic management system for taxi companies

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For the first time, Volkswagen researchers have succeeded in using a quantum computer to develop a traffic management system that will replace forecasting for urban traffic volumes, transport demand and travel times with precise calculations. Our quantum-optimized traffic management system could help make that a reality.

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IDTechEx forecasts growth in electric bus and taxi market to $54B in 2021; buses the majority, China largest market

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A new report from IDTechEx , “Electric Buses and Taxis 2012-2022”, projects that the market for electric buses and taxis at ex-factory prices will rise 8.7 China will become by far the largest market for both electric buses and electric taxis. times from $6.24 billion in 2011 to $54 billion in 2021.

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Hyundai’s air mobility arm showcases flying taxi for 2028 at CES | Autocar Professional

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Hyundai’s air mobility arm Supernal plans to put its new S-A2 aircraft into production in 2028 ahead of what it expects to be a huge increase in demand for electric aircraft as an alternative to taxis in cities. The Supernal project has been led by Hyundai president Jaiwon Shin, who spent most of his career at NASA.

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CAE & Volocopter Partner?to?Create the?Global?Air Taxi Pilot Workforce?of Tomorrow

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a forecasted?investment Air Taxi Pilot Workforce?of network to support Volocopter’s growth?and and global pilot training?with?a investment of up to US$40 million. Montreal, Canada / Bruchsal, Germany, 8 July 2021 (NYSE: CAE; TSX: […]. The post CAE & Volocopter Partner?to?Create Create the?Global?Air

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IDTechEx: Nio spearheading battery swapping expansion beyond China

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There are also other companies in China that offer models with battery swap support, but for the taxi market. The new report “ Battery Swapping for Electric Vehicles 2022-2032: Technology, Players and Forecasts ” by IDTechEx includes forecasts for global adoption of this technology outside of China.

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Forecast: global 3-wheeler market to grow at CAGR of 13% through 2019

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The value of the global three-wheeler market will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13% during 2014-19, according to a recently published report by TechSci Research, “Global Three Wheeler Market Forecast and Opportunities, 2019”. cannot effectively penetrate.

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3 Challenges to Solve Before We Can Commute by Air Taxi

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Imagine air taxis, air ambulances, and cargo vehicles whisking people and goods over our cities and beyond. Established companies include Bell , the aerospace manufacturer, and Frequentis , an air-traffic-management service provider. The benefits will be well worth the effort.

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