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U-M study: Induced driving miles could overwhelm potential energy-saving benefits of connected, self-driving cars

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The benefits of connected, self-driving cars (CAVs) will likely induce vehicle owners to drive more, and those extra miles could partially or completely offset the potential energy-saving benefits that automation may provide, according to a new University of Michigan study. 2019.03.174.

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Volkswagen’s new European charging service has 150K+ public charging points

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We Charge can be booked and used from mid-August. We Charge offers numerous digital functions relating to charging, all of which can be used via the We Connect ID. The We Charge charging card gives them easy access to these charging points. The charging tariffs are tailored to the different user groups.

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Tata Motors launches $10,000 electric hatch; deliveries of Tiago.ev start in January

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Bookings for the Tiago.ev Customers can reserve their car by paying a booking amount of INR 21,000 (US$254), at any authorized Tata Motors dealership or on the website. It will be the first in its segment to offer best-in-class connected features as standard across all trims, that are usually offered in more premium cars.

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Volvo Cars opens order books for new electric C40 Recharge

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Unlimited data enables superior connectivity and the C40 Recharge is designed to receive software updates over the air. Like the XC40 Recharge electric compact SUV, the C40 Recharge comes with an infotainment systems jointly developed with Google and based on the Android operating system.

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Mercedes-Benz and Bosch showcase automated valet parking with EQS at InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown hotel

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This allows us to dive into the dynamics of local deployments with the use of a highly-connected EQS from Mercedes-EQ to demonstrate how automated technology continues to move forward. Kay Stepper, senior vice president of automated driving and driver assistance for Bosch in North America.

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Volkswagen starts pre-booking for ID.3 EV in Europe; ID.3 1ST special edition

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Volkswagen started pre-booking in Europe for the first model in its new full-electric ID. 3 1 ST special edition, which has been especially configured for pre-booking, includes high-quality, high-performance equipment and is limited to 30,000 vehicles. The pre-booking special edition has a range of 420 km (261 miles) (WLTP).

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Production of 100th GILLIG battery-electric bus

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GILLIG is currently booking new bus orders into 2023. The companies developed a product which delivers industry-leading performance via the Cummins Battery Electric System, which features remote diagnostics and over-the-air connectivity backed by Cummins’ extensive support network of qualified technicians across the nation.

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