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FCA and Google collaborate on a Uconnect system concept powered by Android OS

Green Car Congress

FCA is collaborating with Google on next-generation connected car systems enabled by the power of an open platform and the ecosystem of the Android open-source operating system. At CES 2017 this week, FCA and Google will demonstrate a seamless integration of the Uconnect 8.4-inch Click to enlarge.

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Consumer Watchdog urges California DMV to prohibit autonomous vehicles without human driver until NHTSA safety standards are enforceable

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Consumer Watchdog urged the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to prohibit autonomous vehicles without a human driver capable of taking control until the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) enacts enforceable standards covering safety performance. Absolutely no safety performance standards are required.

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Polestar integrates Amazon Prime for entertainment

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The Google Play Store has also gained a rich variety of apps that offer interactivity and entertainment, from playing games to streaming series.” The Polestar 2 launched with the Google Android Automotive OS, which is the same software its cars use today.

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Tiny Lasers Could Finally Bring Us Really Smart AR Glasses

Cars That Think

When Google Glass debuted almost a decade ago, augmented reality (AR) wearables seemed poised to take off. But Google withdrew its smart glasses from the market in early 2015. But Google withdrew its smart glasses from the market in early 2015. Users could simultaneously interact with the physical and digital worlds.

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California’s autonomous car law: adoption of standards and requirements first

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The bill requires one of the certifications to specify that the autonomous vehicle’s technology meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for the vehicle’s model year and all other applicable safety standards and performance requirements set forth in state and federal law and the regulations promulgated pursuant to those laws.

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Fisker Ocean electric SUV starts at $37,499, pre-tax credit; leases for $379/mo

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Reservations are now open through the Fisker mobile app on the App Store and Google Play store, or the Fisker website and are set at US$250. We have secured a global supply chain and manufacturing capacity that will result in projected production of more than 1 million vehicles between 2022 and 2027. 80 kWh lithium-ion battery pack.

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Mercedes-Benz previews its in-house developed operating system MB.OS

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The company created its operating system to be standardized across the entire vehicle portfolio, fully updateable for rapid product upgrades and deliberately open for selected partners. Place Details provided by Google will be available starting today in all vehicles with the latest generation of MBUX in applicable markets.

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