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Navigant Research ranks NVIDIA as top automated vehicle compute platform

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Development of automated driving (AD) technologies continues at a brisk pace in 2020 with more than 70 companies including legacy automakers, suppliers, startups, and technology companies new to the auto industry involved.

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ALTe Developing Series Plug-in Hybrid Powertrains for Conversion and OEM Applications

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Gen1 System installed in a Crown Vic. A Gen 2 Series PHEV Powertrain under development is installed in a running rolling chassis. ALTe is staffed by traditional auto industry and Tesla Motors alumni averaging more than 24 years of experience at major auto OEMs and suppliers in the US, Japan and Korea, Thomas said.

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Magna producing all-thermoplastic, fully recyclable liftgate module for 2014 Nissan Rogue

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The liftgate was recognized in November 2013 by the Society of Plastics Engineers as the year’s most innovative use of plastics in the auto industry. The full liftgate assembly is 30% lighter than comparable stamped steel systems, which helps contribute to the vehicle’s overall fuel economy increase.

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Duke Energy and ITOCHU to assess second-life applications for Li-ion automotive batteries

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According to some auto industry estimates, electric vehicle (EV) batteries that can no longer charge to approximately 80% of their original capacity may be candidates for replacement. Duke Energy will provide engineering design support for battery installations, as well as supply test sites and personnel.

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Next phase of THEA’s connected vehicle pilot brings together auto manufacturers and road operators

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The next step in the Connected Vehicle space is to begin working with the auto industry manufacturers. HATCI) and Toyota Motor North America to deploy vehicles with connected vehicle technology already installed.

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Enova Delivers Hybrid Drive Systems to First Auto Works for Hybrid Buses

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has delivered the first 70 pre-transmission hybrid drive systems to First Auto Works for application in a hybrid bus. First Auto Works is one of China’s largest vehicle producers, manufacturing in excess of 1,000,000 vehicles annually. Enova Systems, Inc. FAW has ordered an additional 150 hybrid drive systems for delivery in 2009.

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USCAR helps to develop charging-readiness tools for plug-in & electric vehicles through US DRIVE

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The goal of USCAR is to further strengthen the technology base of the domestic auto industry through cooperative research and development. The tools, which were announced by DOE as part of its Clean Cities Initiative, are available online, making them accessible to consumers, installers, governments and businesses.

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