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- 2026-08-03 product_launch Kia announced its global sales figures for July, showing a 13.4% year-over-year increase. source
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EVs struggle with bidirectional charging for home backup power
Currently, integrating electric vehicles for bidirectional charging during power outages, allowing them to power homes and recharge from solar, is largely unfeasible. While some manufacturers like GM and Ford offer Vehi…
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Kia launches new compact EV2 SUV in Europe
The Kia EV2 is a new compact electric SUV designed for the European market, aiming to offer the practicality and technology of larger EVs at a more accessible price point. It is built in Slovakia and features a design c…
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Digital Twin IDS Detects Stealthy CAN Bus Attacks in Vehicles
Researchers have developed a novel digital twin-based intrusion detection system (IDS) for vehicle powertrain CAN bus systems. This system models the physical relationships between powertrain signals to predict behavior…
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Digital Twin IDS Detects Stealthy CAN Bus Attacks in Vehicles
Researchers have developed a novel intrusion detection system (IDS) for vehicle Controller Area Network (CAN) bus systems that utilizes digital twins (DTs) to model physical relationships among powertrain signals. This …
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Self-driving trucks from Aurora Innovation and Kodiak AI begin testing in California
Self-driving trucks from Aurora Innovation and Kodiak AI are now undergoing testing on California highways. Both companies have secured the necessary permits from the California Department of Motor Vehicles to operate t…
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Kia EV3 launches under $31,000, becoming cheapest EV in lineup
Kia has announced that its new EV3 electric vehicle will start at under $31,000 in the US, making it the most affordable EV in the company's lineup. The EV3 boasts a range of up to 321 miles and features a NACS port for…
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AI development compared to a fan on a regular car, not a flying car
An organic computer scientist and self-proclaimed Luddite, Anthony, likens the current state of AI development to Kia announcing a flying car but only revealing a regular car with a small fan underneath. He expresses co…
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SpaceX stock plummets on AI server farm spending; Volvo leads Swedish EV sales
SpaceX's stock experienced a significant decline following reports of substantial capital expenditure on AI server halls, which the market perceived as a shift away from its core space exploration ambitions. The company…
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Kia reports 13.4% global sales increase in July
Kia announced its global sales for July, reporting a 13.4% year-over-year increase to 298,037 vehicles. This growth was driven by a 11.6% rise in overseas sales to 242,556 units and a significant 21.3% increase in domes…
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Ford F-150 trucks now offer $1,100 home backup power solutions
Ford is enabling owners of its F-150 hybrid and F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks to use their vehicles as home backup generators. This system, which requires professional installation and costs around $1,100, allo…
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Hyundai workers strike over humanoid robot deployment fears · 1 source tracked
Hyundai workers in South Korea have initiated a strike, with a primary demand being a labor-management agreement before any humanoid robots are introduced onto the factory floor. This action is reportedly the first stri…
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Hyundai workers strike over humanoid robot deployment · 3 sources tracked
Hyundai auto workers in South Korea have initiated strikes due to concerns over the planned deployment of Atlas humanoid robots. The union is demanding better job security, including a shift to fixed salaries and a high…
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Hyundai and Kia develop UV-C car sanitation system
Hyundai and Kia are developing a new in-car sanitation system called Plasma Care UVC, which uses far-ultraviolet C (Far-UVC) light to reduce bacteria and viruses. This technology is designed to operate safely even with …
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EV charging network IONNA expands in Florida with gas station reliability
IONNA is expanding its electric vehicle charging network in Florida, aiming to provide a reliable and user-friendly experience akin to traditional gas stations. The company has partnered with eight major automotive manu…
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Hyundai and Kia achieve record US sales in May driven by eco-friendly models
Hyundai Motor Group reported a record-high sales volume in the United States for May, with a 2.7% year-over-year increase to 174,860 vehicles. This growth was primarily driven by strong sales of eco-friendly models. Hyu…
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Genesis Europe EV push stalls amid Chinese competition
Genesis, Hyundai's premium automotive brand, is struggling to establish a foothold in the European market with its electric vehicle strategy. Despite offering competitive pricing and unique service models, Genesis sold …
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New car running costs vary widely amid fuel price surge
Gasoline prices have significantly increased, with national averages for regular unleaded reaching $4.55 per gallon and premium at $5.42. This surge, attributed to Middle East conflicts, has made fueling vehicles over 4…
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Chinese AI models face 'token tax' as Chinese text costs more than English
The Hang Seng Tech Index saw a significant rise of nearly 4%, with major tech companies like Xiaomi Group and Alibaba experiencing substantial gains. This surge in the Hong Kong stock market coincided with news of mixed…
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Hyundai and Kia report US sales dip in April, but hybrid sales hit record high
Modern and Kia reported a slight year-over-year decrease in US sales for April, selling 159,216 vehicles, a 2.1% drop. Despite the overall decline, both companies achieved a new monthly record for hybrid vehicle sales. …