Technology: Page 3

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    Case study: How 1 European OEM reduced equipment design time from 12 to 6 weeks

    Many OEMs face outdated workflows. See how one Automotive OEM cut design time by 50% with 3D modeling.

    March 3, 2025
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    Safety benefits diminish in larger vehicles: IIHS

    Despite technology advancements, drivers in smaller vehicles are still at risk to injury if involved in a crash with a truck or SUV, a new study found.

    By Kalena Thomhave • Feb. 27, 2025
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    Uber, Lyft riders choose ride-hailing over transit to save time: study

    The convenience of ride-hailing services comes with greater greenhouse gas emissions, traffic congestion and noise, however, a University of Michigan study finds.

    By Dan Zukowski • Feb. 27, 2025
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    New York loans Revel $60M to expand NYC public EV charging

    The financial arrangement is “an important and replicable precedent” to grow electric vehicle charging, NY Green Bank President Andrew Kessler said.

    By Robert Walton • Feb. 13, 2025
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    Stellantis to launch AI-powered in-car assistant

    The automaker also aims to deploy technology developed by France-based startup Mistral AI across vehicle engineering, fleet data analysis, sales and manufacturing.

    By • Feb. 12, 2025
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    Toyota’s expanded $14B North Carolina EV battery plant ready to roll

    The batteries produced at the facility will be used in hybrids, plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles built in North America.

    By • Feb. 10, 2025
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    Honda prepares to start ‘flexible’ vehicle production at Ohio EV hub

    The automaker will produce ICE, hybrid and fully electric models on the same production lines, allowing for flexibility to adapt in market demand.

    By • Feb. 6, 2025
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    Lucid names CFO

    Taoufiq Boussaid will take over on Feb. 25 for Gagan Dhingra, who has held the interim post since December 2023. 

    By • Feb. 5, 2025
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    Lucid Gravity gains Tesla Supercharger access with native NACS port

    The new luxury-electric SUV can now charge at over 20,000 Tesla Supercharger locations without the need for an adapter.

    By • Feb. 4, 2025
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    Policy shifts shake up automotive landscape in 2025

    Tariffs and potential updates to emission rules are driving automakers to rethink production strategies.

    By • Jan. 31, 2025
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    Sales growth in the forecast for EVs, hybrids

    The potential loss of government incentives on battery electric vehicles may slow sales momentum later this year, experts say.

    By • Jan. 31, 2025
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    Tesla’s Q4 automotive revenue declines 8% YoY

    Company executives said Tesla made significant investments to spur its next wave of growth, including vehicle manufacturing capabilities and AI training.

    By • Jan. 31, 2025
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    NHTSA launches safety probe of Ford’s BlueCruise

    Last year, the agency received notice of two fatal collisions involving Mustang Mach-E vehicles while the system was engaged.

    By • Jan. 29, 2025
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    GM expects to save $1B by shutting down Cruise robotaxi

    The automaker anticipates its Super Cruise hands-free driving feature will drive EV interest.

    By • Jan. 29, 2025
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    Georgia Rivian plant to resume construction

    After a pause due to high costs, the electric vehicle manufacturer anticipates work on the project near Atlanta to begin in 2026.

    By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 28, 2025
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    Reflective clothing may reduce the effectiveness of pedestrian detection technology: IIHS

    The new study suggests automated braking systems may not see safety attire worn by pedestrians.

    By Kalena Thomhave • Jan. 27, 2025
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    FTC announces proposed settlement with GM for selling connected vehicle data

    The FTC alleges that GM and its OnStar subsidiary collected data from millions of vehicles without adequately notifying drivers.

    By • Jan. 23, 2025
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    Biden’s EV tax credits, leasing loophole ‘most vulnerable,’ experts say

    The investment and production tax credits will likely remain safe as Republicans take power in Washington.

    By • Jan. 17, 2025
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    How CIOs encourage tech adoption across generations

    Boomers and Gen Z face different challenges adopting workplace tools, but collaborative training can bridge the gap, CIOs say.

    By Suman Bhattacharyya • Jan. 16, 2025
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    US finalizes ban on connected vehicle tech from China, Russia

    The action impacts passenger vehicles starting with the 2027 model year, but leaves out trucks and buses.

    By • Jan. 15, 2025
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    BMW announces battery recycling partnership with SK tes

    The partnership is set to expand to the US-Mexico-Canada region as early as 2026.

    By • Jan. 15, 2025
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    GM using AI to find the best locations for EV chargers

    The automaker says uncertainty about how to find charging stations remains a hurdle to prospective customers.

    By • Jan. 13, 2025
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    5 auto industry trends to watch in 2025

    Automakers are not likely to lose sight of their long-term electrification goals.

    By • Jan. 10, 2025
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    Toyota shuffles its North American C-suite operations

    The new executive assignments are aimed at bolstering the automaker’s leadership in its software and electrification segments.

    By • Jan. 10, 2025
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    Dover Fueling Solutions debuts EV charger

    The company’s Wayne PWR fast charger debuted last month at a Chevron site in Loganville, Georgia.

    By Jessica Loder • Jan. 10, 2025