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Ford launches app developer challenge to improve consumer understanding of personal fuel efficiency

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Ford launched a $50,000 challenge for software developers to write innovative apps to help consumers better understand and improve their personal fuel efficiency. Participants will have access to Ford’s OpenXC connectivity research platform as a sandbox to create and test their ideas for the Personalized Fuel Efficiency Apps Challenge.

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Ford develops and begins manufacturing new powered respirator; expanding other COVID-19 efforts

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Production of this PAPR starts today at Ford’s Vreeland facility near Flat Rock, Mich., In addition to the current production of more than 3 million face shields in Plymouth, Mich., Ford also is now producing face masks and leading an effort to scale production of reusable gowns for health care workers. Face mask production.

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VW Adds Basecamp Accessories to Atlas Cross Sport

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Available individually or as a complete Basecamp kit (would you like fries with that, sir?) In addition to a body kit, this accessory line also offers up off-road(ish) wheels which actually look more than decent when paired with a beefy set of all-terrain tires. “As Images: Volkswagen] Become a& TTAC& insider.

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Stop & Shop, Robomart to launch teleoperated driverless grocery vehicles in Boston this spring

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The vehicles will bring a selection of Stop & Shop produce as well as meal kits and convenience items directly to consumers. Upon the Robomart vehicle’s arrival, customers head outside, unlock the vehicle’s doors, then personally select the fruits, vegetables, and other products they would like to purchase.

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Chevrolet previews Spark EV Tech Performance concept, other performance concepts including Cruze Diesel for SEMA

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Features include: A Stage Kit, cold-air induction and a high-flow exhaust system allow the 1.4L Turbo Stage Kit with high-flow exhaust; Chevrolet Performance cold-air induction; Chevrolet Performance suspension kit with lowered ride height; Chevrolet Performance brake package with Wilwood front calipers; and. Impala concept.

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Starlink’s ease of use and speed impresses cybersecurity analyst

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Nicholas Underwood , a 25-year-old cybersecurity analyst, is well-versed in tech, but before getting his Starlink kit, he was facing a rather tricky situation. Underwood’s Starlink kit was able to record speeds of around 80 Mbps on the first day. “I would definitely say it’s non-tech-person ready.

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Best Tesla Cybertruck accessories for your upcoming pickup

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With the Tesla Cybertruck finally coming to market next year, some customers are already looking for accessories to personalize their upcoming vehicle. Now, a company named CyberWraps is making a kit to do exactly the same thing for your Cybertruck.

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