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  • Lucid Names AT&T As Exclusive Connectivity Provider


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    AT&T will provide connectivity services enabling a range of features across the entire Lucid lineup according to a recent press release from the American telecommunications giant. AT&T's coverage will allow Lucid owners to stream in-c...

  • DIMO Founder Andy Chatham On Data-Driven Cars & More


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    Recently, EVANNEX got the chance to speak with Andy Chatham, founder of the open-source connected car app DIMO, about what role data can play in the modern automotive landscape. The other thing about these connected vehicle apps is they don’t w...

  • Sportage primed to give Kia global boost in 2023


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    Sportage comes in standard (pictured) and extended body forms, plus ICE, HEV and PHEV powertrainsAfter a record year in 2022, Kia has lifted its sales, revenue and profit ambitions for 2023. Yes, there are ICE, HEV and PHEV powertrain choices b...

  • What the insurance industry needs in 2023 - Part 3


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    McKinsey reports that insurers who employ advanced data analytics can see their loss ratios improve from 3% to 5%, their business premiums increase 10% to 15% and customer retention in profitable segments jump from 5% to 10%. (Photo: metamorwor...

  • Volvo Trucks Introduces Connected Vehicle Analytics Tool


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    Volvo Trucks North America has debuted a new connected technology tool for its dealers to help fleet customers maximize both fuel efficiency and vehicle productivity. The Connected Vehicle Analytics (CVA) tool collects real-world data from flee...

  • Rivian R1T & MINI Cooper Electric Highest in Satisfaction


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    Power 2023 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience (EVX) Ownership Study,SM released today, the shift is most evident in the respective premium and mass market segment award recipients, Rivian R1T and MINI Cooper Electric. MINI Cooper Electric ranks h...

  • Driving Dystopia: Ford Patent Would Have Vehicles Repossess Themselves


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    The patent document was submitted to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in August 2021. But Ford’s “Systems and Methods to Repossess a Vehicle” wasn’t formally published until February 23rd of this year. We know of it because...

  • Wejo Expands Its Fleet Coverage With Premium German OEM Support


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    The collaboration will enable Wejo to provide personalized connected vehicle data services for participating cloud-connected fleet vehicles in the E.U. The data Wejo receives will be derived from participating Mercedes-Benz fleet vehicles and p...