Auto Report 2021-2022
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Mercedes-Benz BEV Concept Measures the Miles (Per kWh)
In a world full of BEVs offering 3-4 miles per kWh, the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX registers a stunning 6.2 miles per kWh, giving the vehicle more than 600 miles of range from a sub-100-kWh battery.

Mercedes-Benz and Bosch Launch Robo-Taxi Trial in San Jose, CA
The autonomous ride-hailing service is a result of two years of development and designed to create a platform others can leverage.

Tesla’s List of Delays
Vague or no details surrounding three highly touted entrants into new segments cast a shadow over the automaker’s Q4 earnings call.

Bosch Realigns Development Org as Software-Defined Vehicle Gains Traction
The supplier says its new cross-domain engineering approach will help Bosch keep pace with the three megatrends – electrification, automated driving and connectivity – that are transforming the industry.

Ford, Bosch Join Detroit Real Estate Giant for Autonomous Parking Demo
Inside Bedrock’s new The Assembly Garage in the city’s Corktown neighborhood, connected Ford Escape test vehicles drive and park themselves using Bosch’s smart infrastructure.

Autonomous Vehicles from Hype to Reality 3: AI and Communications Challenges
Companies and investors are pumping billions of dollars into the autonomous vehicle sector for the chance to score big in this nascent market. Early movers are getting a jump on the competition with partnerships, pilot projects and production. This article analyzes survey results related to AI and Communications.
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