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The most powerful Porsche Cayenne is a plug-in hybrid

All Cayenne models feature LED headlights, a cruise control system with speed limiter function, camera-based pedestrian protection and Park Assist at the front and rear – including a rear-view camera system in the Cayenne Coupé. Optional extras include LED matrix beam headlights, a head-up display, Night Vision with thermal imaging camera, and the Porsche InnoDrive… Continue reading The most powerful Porsche Cayenne is a plug-in hybrid

Uber lost more than $5B last quarter

Uber has disclosed earnings for the second time since becoming a public company, reporting revenues of $3.16 billion on losses of $5.2 billion for the second quarter of 2019. Uber (NYSE: UBER) closed up more than 9% Thursday at $42.98 per share, just below its $45 IPO price, but took a nose dive of more… Continue reading Uber lost more than $5B last quarter

Moon Walks, Woodstock and the Ford Capri; Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of an Iconic Sports Car

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Moon Walks, Woodstock and the Ford Capri; Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of an Iconic Sports Car

It was the year man walked on the moon for the first time, the legendary Woodstock festival took place and the very first Boeing 747s reached for the skies. In that same year, half a century ago, Ford’s Capri hit Europe’s roads for the first time.

When it launched in 1969, it was billed as “the car you always promised yourself” and more than 1.8 million people would make good on that promise. The demand saw Ford’s Cologne plant in Germany produce Capris for the next 17 years, through three generations, until 1986. Since then countless drivers have continued to own, drive and enjoy one of Europe’s most recognisable sports cars.

A new video to mark the model’s 50th birthday takes a rare RS2600 Capri on a nostalgic trip; from its birthplace to the forests of the nearby Eifel mountains – where extensive testing occurred before launch – and then on..

Electrify America to deploy commercial robotic chargers

Charging network operator Electrify America and fleet charging company Stable Auto are launching a robotic charging pilot for self-driving vehicles in San Francisco. The pilot will aim to charge autonomous EVs without human intervention using robots attached to 150 kW DC fast chargers. Vehicles can park anywhere within a designated parking space and the robot… Continue reading Electrify America to deploy commercial robotic chargers

Porsche Is Reinventing Its Main Plant To Handle Taycan Production

Porsche Taycan to be produced on multiple floors and in different building complexes using a flexi-line with driverless transport systems that move automatically from station to station. The introduction of the all-electric Porsche Taycan turns out to be an unprecedented challenge for the German manufacturer. Porsche is investing roughly €1 billion in its main production… Continue reading Porsche Is Reinventing Its Main Plant To Handle Taycan Production

NIO Inc. Provides July 2019 Monthly Delivery Update

Delivered 837 vehicles in July 2019, consisting of 673 ES6s and 164 ES8s Cumulative deliveries of ES8 and ES6 reached 19,727 SHANGHAI, China, Aug. 12, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NIO Inc. (“NIO” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NIO), a pioneer in China’s premium electric vehicle market, today provided its July 2019 delivery results. NIO delivered 837 vehicles… Continue reading NIO Inc. Provides July 2019 Monthly Delivery Update

Bosch is working on glasses-free 3D displays for in-car use

German auto industry giant Bosch is developing new technology that will add glasses-free 3D imaging to future versions of its in-car digital display technology. These 3D displays use passive 3D tech, which means you won’t need to wear glasses to see the effect, and it also skips eye tracking, which is a key ingredient for… Continue reading Bosch is working on glasses-free 3D displays for in-car use

Autonomous Carsharing Program Launches in New Zealand

Users must download the Loop app to book a vehicle. Photo via Depositphotos. Self-driving carsharing service Loop has launched in the New Zealand city of Hamilton under a three-year contract, the NZ Herald reports. Waikato-based Loop operates a fleet of Volkswagen Golfs that cost about 15 NZD ($9.70) to rent per hour. Users must download… Continue reading Autonomous Carsharing Program Launches in New Zealand

MADD and Velodyne Partnership Makes a Splash in the Media

MADD and Velodyne Partnership Makes a Splash in the MediaAugust 8, 2019|In Media Coverage|By Albie Jarvis
Adam Vanek, JT Griffin & LaRonda Scott of MADD and Marta Hall & Sally Frykman of Velodyne LidarAdam Vanek hops in the car for a lidar ride along!

For almost 40 years, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has
worked to change behaviors and attitudes toward drunk driving. Through their
work, the organization has learned technology is essential to achieving the
goal of zero deaths caused by drunk driving.

Piyush Rajan wrote
in Telematics Wire about how MADD has partnered for a second year with Velodyne
Lidar.

The article noted:

“MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving is working toward
eradicating this crime through four key elements that include supporting high
visibility law enforcement, ignition interlocks, support for advanced vehicle
technology, and building public support. Velodyne’s work with autonomous
vehicle technology is a natural complement to MADD’s support for future
technologies.”

In covering the MADD/Velodyne partnership, Lynn Walford
wrote a story
in Auto Connected Car News which stated:

“The partnership continues a public education effort across
the country on the safety benefits of autonomous vehicle technology. On October
2, 2019, MADD will participate in Velodyne Lidar’s second annual World Safety
Summit on Autonomous Technology at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. The
summit is designed to advance understanding of the safety benefits that can be
achieved with autonomous vehicle technology.”

Business Insider posted
the news, which quoted MADD National President Helen Witty saying:

“Autonomous vehicle technology holds the incredible promise
of helping us eliminate drunk driving. That’s why we are so excited to partner
with Velodyne.”

The news was also posted in Geospatial
World and Safe
Car News.

Velodyne and MADD will continue to work together in advocating
for the safe advancement of autonomous vehicle technology so it can achieve its
full potential in saving lives.

To read the complete Auto Connected Car News story, please
go to: https://www.autoconnectedcar.com/2019/08/autonomous-self-driving-news/

To review the Telematics Wire article, please go to: https://www.telematicswire.net/vehicle-telematics-vehicle-information-technology-and-navigation/madd-partners-with-velodyne-lidar-to-understand-autonomous-vehicle-technology/

To see the Business Insider news post, please go to: https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/madd-teams-with-velodyne-lidar-for-a-second-year-to-advance-understanding-of-autonomous-vehicle-technology-1028399387