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2015 Chevy Cruze features connectivity updates; 4G LTE and Siri

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The 2015 Chevrolet Cruze will debut at the New York International Auto Show with greater connectivity—including new Text Message Alerts, Apple Siri integration and OnStar 4G LTE with available Wi-Fi hotspot—in addition to revised exterior styling, enhanced interior convenience. Each enables voice-controlled connectivity.

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Ford and Intel demonstrate in-car personalization with perceptual computing; Project Mobii

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Ford and Intel are researching new opportunities for the connected car, including giving drivers the ability to remotely peer into their car using a smartphone, or a vehicle that could identify its owner using facial recognition software. Connected vehicles Driver Assistance Systems Safety Vehicle Systems' Click to enlarge.

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Toyota’s Collaborative Safety Research Center launches 5-year, $35M program on autonomous and connected vehicle technologies

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The new research effort, named CSRC Next, will focus on the challenges and opportunities of autonomous and connected vehicle technologies over the next decade. First announced in 2014, CSRC Next ( earlier post ) will direct $35 million through 2021 towards research designed to support a safe transition to the future of mobility.

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New Ford Escape launching with two new EcoBoost engines with standard Auto Start-Stop

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The new Ford Escape, being showcased at the Los Angeles Auto Show, is the first Ford vehicle to make Auto Start-Stop standard with either of two EcoBoost engines new to the model—a 1.5-liter Escape SE and Titanium trim levels come standard with the new 1.5-liter liter and 2.0-liter liter twin-scroll. liter EcoBoost is optional.

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Masdar running blogging contest tackling smart cities and sustainable development

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The winner will be awarded a trip to Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), 18-22 January 2014. Among the participating events at ADSW 2014 are: The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) fourth General assembly meeting. World Future Energy Summit 2014. The International Water Summit (IWS) 2014. EcoWASTE 2014.

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Testing Products for Consumer Reports

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Rerecich, an IEEE member, joined Consumer Reports in 2013 after almost three decades at Standard Microsystems Corp. Her 30-person department specifies tests and develops the scoring and ratings, has roughly 30 people who work closely with the operations people in the lab, where the tests are executed. “We

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City of Gdynia orders 30 Solaris Trollino trolleybuses with Li-ion battery packs for off-wire driving

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This will support a zero-emission ride of around 15-20 kilometers without connection to traction. The new trolleybuses will feature air conditioning, will be accessible for persons with physical disabilities, whereas the large and easily legible screens and internal CCTV cameras will improve the safety of passengers.

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