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Mercedes-Benz begins sales of DRIVE PILOT Level 3 conditionally automated driving in Germany

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In parallel to the successful launch of DRIVE PILOT in Germany, Mercedes-Benz aims to obtain regulatory series approval for the two US states of California and Nevada by the end of the year, provided the legal situation permits the system operation. optical, ultrasonic, radio waves), thereby enabling safe transfer. accidents or road works).

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Tesla takes legal action against China driver who alleged “brake failure” incident

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Tesla China’s assertive stance against inaccurate reporting and false news continues, with the company recently taking legal action against a Model 3 owner who previously alleged that his vehicle experienced a “brake failure” incident. Tesla’s indictment to the vehicle owner was reportedly received a few days ago.

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EC proposes modernizing EU legislation on batteries to enhance sustainability and safety

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Electronic exchange of information. Providing legal certainty will additionally help unlock large-scale investments and boost the production capacity for innovative and sustainable batteries in Europe and beyond to respond to the fast-growing market.

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Audi TechDay e-mobility, Part 2: systems and components

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This modular simulation system has also been part of the portfolio for about two years now. Part of the energy is recovered as soon as the driver releases the right pedal. The information on the intensity of the mechanical brake intervention is also displayed. A road map depicts the current range.

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FCA US reaches settlements on diesel emissions at estimated cost of $800M

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Each current and former owner and lessee of these vehicles will be eligible to receive a payment averaging $2,800 as part of the plaintiff steering committee settlement. The software reflash does not affect average fuel economy, drivability, durability or refinement of the vehicles. These exceedances were detected in a joint effort by U.S.

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Tesla’s camera-based driver monitoring system triggers legal complaint in Illinois

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While a camera-based DMS has evident advantages, a class action complaint has been proposed against Tesla in Illinois, with the Plaintiff claiming that the company’s in-cabin driver monitoring system violates the state’s Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). This was discussed in the following section of the complaint. .

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Canada files to define outer limits of expanded Atlantic continental shelf; preliminary filing on Arctic, targeting North Pole

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At the same time, Canada also filed preliminary information concerning the expanded outer limits of its continental shelf in the Arctic Ocean, which could include the North Pole. Legal context. The process is part of a compromise reached when states negotiated the Convention. The Atlantic submission. —Minister Baird.

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