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Stellantis, Foxconn to form JV to develop breakthrough digital cockpits and personalized connected services

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The combination is intended to position Mobile Drive at the forefront of global efforts to deliver a new frontier of in-cabin information and entertainment capabilities, seamlessly connected inside and outside the vehicles in which they are installed.

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Starting this year, Moscow will only buy electric buses

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We will also install about 200 electric charging spots a year for the development of personal electric transport. By 2023, 372 more charging stations for electric buses will be installed in Moscow; in just 2.5 Only electric buses. —Makim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport. years there will be more than 500.

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Hyundai Motor showcases miniature model of its smart mobility ecosystem

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S-A1 Personal Air Vehicle concept on display shows our dedication to bring forth Urban Air Mobility for the benefit of humanity. In addition, mirrors are installed on the ceiling of the exhibition space to allow an immersive viewing experience from various angles.

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XL Fleet launches pilot program with Essential Utilities, Inc. to electrify its utility fleet

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The initial pilot will include installing an XL Fleet hybrid system onto a GMC Sierra 2500 HD pickup truck and GMC Savanna Express van, two of Essential’s most widely deployed vehicles in its water and natural gas divisions for applications including Customer Service, Field Service, and Distribution.

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The US saw record wind turbine capacity installation in 2020

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More wind power capacity was installed in the US than any other generating technology in both 2019 and 2020, according to the US Energy Information Administration ( EIA ). UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates.

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LG Innotek develops digital car key module with improved location detection precision and security

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A digital car key module is a communication component that is installed in a car and allows wireless data transmission between a car and a smartphone. Users can “lend” the digital key to another person or allow only specific functions, such as opening or closing the trunk, using a smartphone app.

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Mercedes pay+ turns the car into a payment device; Visa technology

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In addition, the Mercedes me Store offers the ability to unlock pre-installed hardware components easily on-demand by fingerprint in the car. This is of interest, for example, to the second or third owners of a vehicle as it gives them the opportunity to adapt pre-owned vehicles to personal needs and desires.

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