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Android Auto makes its debut with support from multiple automakers and tech companies

Green Car Congress

Android Auto made its debut at the 2014 Google I/O annual technology conference in San Francisco as the first innovation resulting from the Open Automotive Alliance (OAA)—a coalition of tech companies and auto industry leaders launched in January by Google, NVIDIA, Audi, GM, Honda and Hyundai committed to bringing the Android platform to cars.

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United to buy 15 supersonic aircraft from Boom; option for 35 more; optimized for 100% SAF

Green Car Congress

United Airlines announced a commercial agreement with Denver-based aerospace company Boom Supersonic to purchase 15 of Boom’s Overture supersonic airliners, once Overture meets United’s safety, operating and sustainability requirements, with an option for an additional 35 aircraft. Boom is working with Rolls-Royce on propulsion.

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SpaceX & X HQ will move to Texas after new CA bill passes

Teslarati

Elon Musk announced that SpaceX and his social media company X will move their headquarters from California to Austin, Texas. Musk’s Space company builds and launches Starship rockets at Starbase in Boca Chica Beach. Meanwhile, X has long been located in San Francisco. SpaceX already has roots in Texas.

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Autonomous vehicle tech company Nauto enters strategic relationships with 3 automakers, including BMW and Toyota, and Allianz

Green Car Congress

Autonomous vehicle technology company Nauto has entered into strategic agreements with three major auto companies, including BMW i Ventures and Toyota Research Institute, as well as with Allianz Ventures, part of the leading global financial service provider and insurance company Allianz Group.

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Cruise names two new executives amidst efforts to re-launch self-driving

Teslarati

The board of General Motors’ (GM’s) self-driving unit Cruise has officially appointed its next CEO, following a major shakeup that ensued in the wake of an October accident with one of the company’s robotaxis. “It is an incredible opportunity to play a role in building these vital connections.”

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350Green plans for US network of EV charging stations with fast chargers

Green Car Congress

Starting with its first project in the San Francisco Bay Area, the company plans to install and operate stations across urban retail shopping centers and other places near where EV drivers live and work. The company envisions offering both Level 2 (220v) and DC Fast (480v) options, depending on location and use.

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EV fleet management startup Zypp eyes USD 40 million from Tribe, others at USD 300-350 million value – ET Auto

Baua Electric

The company – which works with delivery platforms including Amazon, Flipkart, Zomato, Blinkit, Swiggy, Zepto, in addition to bike taxi operators such as Uber and Rapido – has seen its revenue grow nearly three times in FY24 to INR 325 crore.

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