Technologies

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  CATL Achieves 1,000 km of EV Range with New "Skateboard Platform"

  CATL has recently completed testing in China of its new "skateboard platform" called CATL Integrated Intelligent Chassis (CIIC). This platform uniquely combines battery packs, motors and other essential components.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 4, 2023, 2:08 p.m.
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  The Rivian R1T might be getting a portable cinema

  CarBuzz has discovered yet another developing technology at the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and it reveals that the Rivian R1T electric pickup truck could soon have a movie projector accessory added to the innovative Gear Tunnel.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 1, 2023, 3:10 p.m.
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  Electric Shoes with Walking Support – A Novelty at 1,399 USD

  Have you ever wished for a faster way to walk? The Moonwalkers might be your answer. Developed by Shift Robotics, they function similarly to an electric bike's pedal assistance but for walking.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Dec. 1, 2023, 10:27 a.m.
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  Mini's adorable dog mascot and the new Countryman EV appeared at the Sphere in Las Vegas

  Las Vegas' Sphere, the world's largest LED display, is now home to an eye-catching spectacle by Mini. Featuring Spike, Mini's charming intelligent personal assistant, the show marks the debut of the 2025 Countryman Electric.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 30, 2023, 12:15 p.m.
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  Mazda aims to cut EV design and development time with AI startup

  Mazda, along with several other investors, is injecting $16 million into Secondmind, a pioneering UK tech firm. Secondmind is at the forefront of using artificial intelligence (AI) to dramatically shorten the time it takes to develop electric vehicles (EVs).

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 29, 2023, 7:56 p.m.
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  Hyundai Unveils Innovative 'Uni Wheel' Designed to Miniaturize EV Motors

  Hyundai's latest innovation, the 'Uni Wheel,' promises to significantly shrink electric vehicle (EV) motors by integrating essential drive components into the wheel.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 29, 2023, 10:17 a.m.
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  Lotus Unveils High-Speed EV Charger: 89 Miles Range in 5 Minutes

  Lotus, a British car manufacturer owned by Geely, has unveiled a new charger for electric vehicles. This 450 kW direct current (DC) charger can add approximately 89 miles (143 kilometers) of range to an EV in just five minutes.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 28, 2023, 1:03 p.m.
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  SAE International Adopts Mahle Positioning System for EV Wireless Charging Standardization

  SAE International has chosen Mahle's Differential Inductive Positioning System (DIPS) as the standard alignment method for electric vehicle (EV) wireless charging, integrating it into the forthcoming SAE J2954 standard.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 28, 2023, 10:13 a.m.
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  Skoda Powerpass Simplifies EV Charging Across Europe with Access to Over 500,000 Charge Points

  Skoda offers Enyaq and Enyaq Coupé owners hassle-free access to more than 500,000 public charging points across Europe - from multiple providers - thanks to the Powerpass app and card.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 24, 2023, 11:15 a.m.
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  Renault Unveils Innovative Solarbay Sunroof for Scenic and Rafale Models

  Renault is set to revolutionize car sunroofs with its new Solarbay sunroof, featuring seven-layer lamination and sustainability-focused design.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 24, 2023, 10:43 a.m.
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  Škoda's new "Pay to Fuel" service allows drivers to pay for fuel via the car's infotainment system

  Pay to Fuel allows drivers to pay for fuel via the car’s infotainment system, skipping the queue at the cashier. The service is now available in six European countries, with more in the pipeline.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 22, 2023, 8:17 p.m.
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  Honda unveils next-generation hydrogen fuel cell drivetrain for crossovers, trucks and construction equipment

  Honda has unveiled its next-generation hydrogen fuel cell at a trade show in Brussels, Belgium. Still in the prototype stage, the drivetrain is being developed for a variety of applications, including hydrogen-electric cars, commercial vehicles and construction equipment.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 20, 2023, 7:04 p.m.
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  Mercedes-Benz Celebrates 10 Millionth Passenger Car Equipped with Pedestrian Emergency Braking System

  Mercedes-Benz has reached a safety milestone: Since 2012, more than 10 million of all Mercedes-Benz passenger cars sold worldwide have been equipped with the Pedestrian Emergency Braking System.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 16, 2023, 6:07 p.m.
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  Toyota's Driving Sensei concept uses AI to teach you how to drive like a pro

  Toyota Research Institute (TRI) unveiled its Driving Sensei concept, which uses AI to help drivers gain mastery over the skills of driving through a combination of AI-driven instruction and AI-powered driver support. Driving Sensei helps people become better, safer drivers while ensuring they are engaged in the driving task.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 16, 2023, 11:29 a.m.
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  ZF unveils purely electromechanical braking system without hydraulics and brake fluid

  At its Next Generation Mobility Day in Shanghai, ZF presents a new, purely electro-mechanical brake system for the first time. Braking force is generated at each wheel by an electric motor, i.e. without a hydraulic system and brake fluid.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 15, 2023, 11:42 a.m.
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  Tesla listed the factors used to calculate battery remaining on arrival

  Tesla has highlighted the various factors its cars take into account when calculating the percentage of battery power on arrival, and it's quite a list.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 14, 2023, 11:16 a.m.
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  Highly automated driving available in the new BMW 7 Series from next spring

  Level 3 highly automated driving, which allows the driver to take his hands off the steering wheel and temporarily divert his attention from the road, will soon be available in the new BMW 7 Series. Initially as an option for customers in Germany.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 13, 2023, 2:41 p.m.
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  Polestar 5 EV Prototype aims for 160 km of range in just five minutes of charging

  Polestar and StoreDot are working together to explore Extreme Fast Charging (XFC) battery technology. These batteries have the potential to provide 100 miles (161 km) of range in as little as five minutes of charging, all without degrading the battery.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 10, 2023, 12:08 p.m.
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  Lucid Air can be turned into a portable power bank to charge any electric vehicle

  Lucid Air's "RangeXchange" feature now allows owners to use their vehicles as portable power banks to assist other EVs with depleted batteries.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 10, 2023, 10:26 a.m.
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  More Hyundai and Kia cars get wireless CarPlay

  Hyundai and Kia have separately announced that they are beginning to roll out a firmware update that adds wireless CarPlay and Android Auto support to some of their models.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Nov. 9, 2023, 10:55 a.m.