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Continental launches series production of technologies for robo-taxis

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Continental technologies such as ABS, radar and redundant brake system are being used in series production for robo-taxis for first time. These radar systems function independent of visibility conditions and can even “see through” objects such as parked cars.

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DiDi partners with SoftBank in Japan for platform services for taxi industry, launches open new energy car-sharing platform

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have established a partnership to provide platform services for the taxi industry. The partnership will utilize DiDi’s advanced AI technologies to build ride-hailing platforms to enhance efficiency for both taxi operators and drivers. In 2017, taxi drivers completed 1.1 In 2017, taxi drivers completed 1.1

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Tesla Model 3 taxis drive NY’s approval for more all-electric yellow cabs

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The New York Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) approved a pilot program to introduce more electric taxis into the city’s yellow cab industry. When I’m at the taxi line, instead of going in a car that they’re allowed to go into, they leave that car and come to my car,” said Vincent Thomas, who has been a taxi driver for 20 years.

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LS polls long over, govt yet to clear taxi operators’ INR 20cr bill – ET Auto

Baua Electric

The dust has settled after the Lok Sabha elections and everyone has moved on, but one aspect remains unsettled: a INR 20 crore taxi bill for approximately 500 vehicles, including SUVs, sedans and luxury vehicles that were hired for the elections. When our cars were taken for the elections, nobody told us that the money won’t be paid.

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Renault, Jiangling JV introducing electric sedan and services for ride-hailing at IAA

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Mobilize will unveil Limo, a 4.67m four-door fully-electric sedan, specifically designed for for taxi/private hire (PHV) drivers and fleet, at Munich IAA Mobility 2021. The ride-hailing market (taxis et private hire vehicles, PHV) in Europe is booming; it is set to grow from €28 billion today, to €50 billion by 2030. Mobilize Limo.

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How BYD’s EV batteries will soon power up tens of thousands of electric motorcycles

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Electric motorcycles are likely not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of BYD , the world’s leading electric car maker. Ampersand’s innovative approach addresses environmental concerns and provides practical solutions for the millions of motorcycle taxi riders who rely on these vehicles for their livelihood.

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Tesla Model S still running with original battery and motors at 430,000 miles

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Bought in 2016, the premium all-electric sedan has been used as an airport taxi for years. As noted by Paul Curzon, the Model S’ owner and operator of Eco Executive Travel , there were only a few hundred Teslas and a few Supercharger stations in the country when he bought the car. This car has never actually physically had a service.

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