Automakers shifting to all-electric and tech-laden vehicles have discovered that software — and more aptly software that is free of bugs and can be updated wirelessly — has become a consistent speed bump on the road to attracting customers. It is an issue that plagued Volkswagen’s launch of its all-electric VW ID.3, the 2022 Volvo… Continue reading Toyota taps Apex.AI for its autonomous vehicle operating system
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Local Motors begins first-ever autonomous vehicle project at MCAS Miramar
CHANDLER, Ariz., April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Local Motors, a leader in the development, manufacturing, and deployment of autonomous shuttles, recently began the first-ever project moving packages around Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar using an autonomous electric shuttle, Olli. The project is in collaboration with US Ignite, an accelerator of smart communities, and NavalX… Continue reading Local Motors begins first-ever autonomous vehicle project at MCAS Miramar
Revolt Token (RVLT) Backing Alternet Systems (ALYI) Gains Ground As Coinbase (COIN) Fuels Cryptocurrency Market
ALYI’s EV Ecosystem is launching with the introduction of the Revolt Motorcycle. See Video Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvL3Ij3bnGo Today, RevoltTOKEN CEO Henryk Dabrowski reported that he expects to soon launch a new website for the direct sale of Revolt Tokens that includes improved purchasing functionality streamlining the process to register and conduct the know-your-customer prerequisites. Mr. Dabrowski… Continue reading Revolt Token (RVLT) Backing Alternet Systems (ALYI) Gains Ground As Coinbase (COIN) Fuels Cryptocurrency Market
Honda Offers First Look at All-New 11th Generation Civic Sedan
Inspired by the timeless design and human-focused values of past Civics, designers and engineers prioritized Honda’s human-centered design philosophy, which maximizes the total environment for the driver and passengers, while minimizing the space needed for mechanical components. The goal is to increase the driver’s ability to enjoy the car safely. The result is a sporty… Continue reading Honda Offers First Look at All-New 11th Generation Civic Sedan
DJI to unveil car-related products on April 19: Report
DJI has reportedly also got other solutions for autonomous driving functions, the report added. Beijing: China-based commercial drone-making company DJI is finally making a move towards the automobile industry as it is releasing car-related products at the Shanghai Auto Show which will commence from April 19-28. The announcement, done on DJI Automotive’s official WeChat account,… Continue reading DJI to unveil car-related products on April 19: Report
EV Connect Announces Canada Expansion
The California-based SaaS company brings its expertise in seamless Electric Vehicle (EV) charging and focus on customer service to Canada. TORONTO, April 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — EV Connect, a software-as-a-service company that has built the infrastructure to allow site owners and utilities to quickly deploy, manage, and scale customized EV charging networks, today announced its… Continue reading EV Connect Announces Canada Expansion
Nikola, IVECO and OGE Announce Intent to Accelerate the Deployment of Hydrogen Infrastructure and Fueling Solutions
IVECO, a brand of CNH Industrial N.V. (NYSE: CNHI / MI: CNHI) and a pioneer in the commercialization and manufacture of vehicles powered by alternative fuels, and OGE, an owner and operator of a 12,000 km natural gas pipeline infrastructure network in Germany, will join Nikola, a leading designer and manufacturer of heavy-duty commercial battery-electric vehicles,… Continue reading Nikola, IVECO and OGE Announce Intent to Accelerate the Deployment of Hydrogen Infrastructure and Fueling Solutions
Dacia Sandero given two-star rating in Euro NCAP safety test
The Dacia Sandero Stepway has been given a two-star safety rating by Euro NCAP, with the head of the organisation labelling the car’s limited autonomous emergency braking system “disappointing”. The two-star score for the high-riding version of budget brand Dacia’s hatchback was matched by the firm’s Logan saloon in the latest round of testing conducted by the Euro NCAP safety… Continue reading Dacia Sandero given two-star rating in Euro NCAP safety test
China’s Xpeng in the race to automate EVs with lidar
Elon Musk famously said any company relying on lidar is “doomed.” Tesla instead believes automated driving functions are built on visual recognition and is even working to remove the radar. China’s Xpeng begs to differ. Founded in 2014, Xpeng is one of China’s most celebrated electric vehicle startups and went public when it was just… Continue reading China’s Xpeng in the race to automate EVs with lidar
Opel CEO explains what’s next for the brand after ‘challenging’ 2020 – Automotive News Europe
Despite declining sales and a difficult economic environment due to the coronavirus pandemic, Opel/Vauxhall was able to record a significant annual profit in 2020, its third since General Motors sold the brands to PSA Group in 2017. CEO Michael Lohscheller has discontinued GM’s higher-emission legacy models and moved into full electrification with the new Corsa and… Continue reading Opel CEO explains what’s next for the brand after ‘challenging’ 2020 – Automotive News Europe