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IHS Markit: average age of cars and light trucks in US rises to 12.1 years

Green Car Congress

New research from IHS Markit shows that the average age of light vehicles in operation (VIO) in the US has risen to 12.1 The increase in average age will further drive vehicle maintenance opportunities from an increasingly aged vehicle fleet. of VIO for the whole year. —Todd Campau.

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Sell Like Royalty: 4 Essential Tips for Maximizing Your High-End Car’s Value

Clean Fleet Report

If you are unsure about what maintenance is required for your specific car model, consult with a certified mechanic or refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines. These small investments in maintenance and upkeep can have a significant impact on your car’s overall value.

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GITAI’s Autonomous Robot Arm Finds Success on ISS

Cars That Think

Microgravity can be somewhat unpredictable, but you have a very good idea of the characteristics of objects (and even of lighting) because everything that's up there is excessively well defined. One of the advantages of working in space is that it's a highly structured environment. Sho Nakanose. What are you working on next?

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How to Save Money When Leasing a Van

Clean Fleet Report

It’s also important to consider the length of your lease and any additional fees, such as insurance or maintenance costs. Shorter routes might move you towards some of the new electric offerings, which promise lower fuel and maintenance costs.

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Road Test: 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE 350 4matic

Clean Fleet Report

The steering is light for around town and then is speed-dependent, so there is never a loss of road feel or the ability to accurately carve through mountains or traffic. inch OLED (organic light-emitting diode) infotainment touchscreen. Reality and more An OLED display works without a backlight as it emits its own visible light.

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Smokey the AI

Cars That Think

That takes them away from their jobs of doing maintenance in the field. Xcel Energy and Florida Power and Light , are testing AI to detect problems with electrical components on both high- and low-voltage power lines. We worked with EPRI and power utilities to create guidelines and a taxonomy for labeling the image data.

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Where to Start with EV Charging for Convenience Stores & Truck Stops

Blink Charging

Which type of chargers you decide to install will depend on your location, the surrounding amenities, available power, budget, and any necessary guidelines you need to follow to procure funding. Select a charging station Businesses like convenience stores and truck stops have the options of either installing Level 2 EV chargers or DCFCs.

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