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Halo.Car, an on-demand EV provider, has launched a world-first driverless delivery service, eliminating the need for safe drivers. The company's EVs are equipped with advanced technology for remote navigation and utilize 5G from T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon for reliable streaming. An Anomaly Detection System ensures safety. The service begins in Downtown Las Vegas, with plans for expansion by 2024.
Ever drop a call while driving?
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Ford has secured a major international investor for its Saarlouis plant in Germany, potentially creating around 2,500 jobs. Though the investor's identity is undisclosed, China's BYD may be among the interested parties. The deal forms part of Ford's plan to transform the plant and generate future employment opportunities after it ceases Ford Focus production in 2025.
It's not every day in automaker news we get to talk about shadowy European investors. This is kinda exciting.
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Tesla has signed a deal with Polestar, linking its Supercharger network and preferred NACS charging plug to the automaker. Like GM and Ford, Polestar plans to release adapters in 2024, with NACS ports in their electric cars from 2025.
Electrify America also supports the NACS plug at existing and future charging stations by 2025, complementing the existing CCS connector. This expands the adoption of Tesla's once-proprietary plug.
It may be easier to just keep a running list of companies NOT on the NACS bus.