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Michael Dunne charts China’s automotive ascendance Jan 07, 2024

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The expert on Asia’s automakers and CEO of Dunne Insights warns that traditional automakers not named Tesla should be “terrified” of BYD across the globe. Further, he explains how China came to dominate battery materials and technology in the burgeoning EV market.

Clarios CEO Mark Wallace on the enduring role of low-voltage batteries in an EV era Dec 31, 2023

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The Clarios CEO examines the growing importance of low-voltage batteries in fully electric vehicles, how recycling may ease geopolitical tensions the promise and realities of new battery chemistries.

Matt Markel wrings new innovation from an old technology Dec 24, 2023

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The Spartan Radar CEO details how his company’s software serves as “eyeglasses” for conventional radar, vastly improving performance in the real world. Plus, he offers up an ideal holiday gift suggestion for budding engineers.

Gabe Klein explains the government's role as an EV charging catalyst Dec 17, 2023

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Gabe Klein, executive director of the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, argues that there is no electric vehicle sales slowdown. The segment is growing, and the charging infrastructure to support it will be “private sector-led and government-enabled,” he said.

Katelyn Foley rethinks the way transportation startups come to life Dec 10, 2023

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The UP.Labs president details the thinking behind a “venture lab,” which custom-develops startups for companies like Porsche and Alaska Airlines. Further, she warns automakers and suppliers of fragility within their supply chains.

Phil Koopman outlines next steps for Cruise and the self-driving industry Dec 03, 2023

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The Carnegie Mellon University professor and embedded systems expert makes recommendations on how GM subsidiary Cruise can improve its transparency and trust. Further, he says it’s time the entire industry develops a new safety message.

Mobileye’s Amnon Shashua eyes profits on road to full autonomy Nov 26, 2023

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The CEO of the Israeli auto-tech company explains how driver-assist technology provides a financial bridge toward a self-driving future. He further details the rollout of SuperVision in China and assesses the state of the robotaxi industry.

Daimler Truck North America’s Rakesh Aneja Nov 19, 2023

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The head of eMobility at Daimler discussed why the company is developing battery electric and hydrogen solutions at the same time, and how hydrogen combustion engine technology is a zero-emission solution with a lower barrier to entry for many fleets.

Plus CEO David Liu on the long haul toward fully automated trucks Nov 12, 2023

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The CEO and founder of Plus describes his company’s evolutionary approach toward developing automated-driving technology. Further, he provides updates on work with partners like Amazon, Bosch, Cummings and more, and what’s ahead for Plus in 2024.

SAFE’s Allanté Whitmore: electric AVs can take a big bite out of pollution Nov 05, 2023

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The director of the Autonomous Vehicles Initiative at thinktank Securing America’s Future Energy outlines findings of a new case study that shows how electric AVs could dramatically reduce air and noise pollution in San Francisco.

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