OCTOBER 5, 2020

Baidu Demonstrates ‘Breakthrough’ AV Driver, Prepares Release of Automated Valet Tech

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Baidu considers the automated system a breakthrough bound to accelerate large-scale deployment of autonomous-vehicle technology across China.

Tesla’s New Battery, Manufacturing Revolutionary, If It Can Pull It Off

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Battery and manufacturing innovations, plus an affordable BEV, could put Tesla even further ahead in the global electrification game.

No, California Isn’t Banning All ICE Vehicles

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It’s possible one type of new vehicle with an internal-combustion engine will be sold in California once the ZEV mandate hits in 2035.

Still Enough BEVs to Support Market Growth

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Despite some product delays or cancellations, the U.S. market will offer enough BEV models to customers, who generally are open to researching a variety of options, and bring significant growth in share and volume next year.

Ford Invests in BEV ‘Truck of the Future’

The $700 million investment at Ford’s Rouge assembly complex in Dearborn will create 300 jobs and result in a battery-electric F-150 pickup, rolling off the line in mid-2022, as well as an F-150 Power Boost hybrid.

Auto Tech Check – ’20 Buick Enclave Avenir AWD

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Lots of luxury touches and standard tech make this three-row crossover stand out.

Sensing Outfit Tactile Mobility Scores Big BMW Contract

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The long-term contract with BMW traces its beginnings to Tactile Mobility’s participation in the BMW Garage, the venture capital unit of BMW Group.

How to Fight Climate Change: Buy New Cars

John McElroy
Trading emissions is one of the fastest ways of slashing pollution. The key is to include people, not just corporations. And that could really incentivize new car sales.

’21 Jeep Gladiator EcoDiesel Improves Efficiency, Off-Roading, But Not Max Towing

Test Drive
Torque makes the diesel-fueled Gladiator effortlessly capable and efficient, although the gasoline V-6 generally is rated higher for towing and payload. At lower speeds, the diesel supplies just enough rumble to remind you which pump to use when it’s time to refuel.

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