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US Department of Transportation proposes ‘distraction’ guidelines for automakers for in-vehicle electronic devices

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The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed guidelines to encourage automobile manufacturers to limit the distraction risk for in-vehicle electronic devices. The Phase I proposed guidelines cover certain devices installed in vehicles as original equipment that are operated by the. Risk odds ratios above 1.00 ratios below 1.00

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California to phase out gas vehicles, aims to triple EV sale by 2036

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The California Air Resources Board is expected to vote today on the proposed Advanced Clean Cars II proposal to rapidly scale down light-duty passenger car, truck and SUV emissions starting with the 2026 model year through 2035.

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NIO unveils production electric SUV for China market; NIO ES8 to launch end of this year

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China-based electric vehicle startup NIO unveiled the NIO ES8, an electric SUV planned for serial production for the China market later this year. The NIO ES8 is a full-size 7-seat electric SUV with a 2-3-2 seating arrangement. NIO intends to equip the ES8 with a swappable battery pack.

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2023 Electrified Genesis G80 starts at $79,825

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The Electrified G80 and GV60, the brand’s electric SUV, are now available at select US retailers in California, Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York. Rearview Camera w/ Dynamic Guidelines. Electrochromic Inside Mirror w/ HomeLink® Adjustable Interior Ambient Lighting. Standard Features. kWh Battery. High Beam Assist.

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2024 Mitsubishi EK X review: First Aussie drive of the cuddly kei car that could become Australia’s cheapest EV

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And more than likely the next generatiuon EK X is the one that would come to Australia if, indeed, it did get the green light. Kei cars have to fit strict guidelines, meaning they must be no more than 3.4 So let’s turn to Mitsubishi Australia’s rationale for even considering the EK X in the first place. m long, 1.48

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BMW to unveil its new electric scooter on July 7

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It may get a V-shaped LED headlamp with integrated LED daytime running lights. Also read related article: BMW’s upcoming iX SUV. The test ride suggests that it will get a 10.25-inch inch touchscreen instrument cluster.

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Blue Bird, Fulton Co. Schools join Audi, Applied Information on connected vehicle deployment to boost school bus and school zone safety

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Additionally, stop-arm violations continue to be a danger to school children—when a driver speeds up or fails to stop when a school bus is flashing its red signal lights and extending its stop sign. Last November, the Federal Communications Commission finalized guidelines for next-generation 5.9

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