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Zoox, the startup with the funny name, is ready to show some of what it has been up to on San Francisco's streets.

Welcome to the second feature in our newest reporting series*. Our Hands-On Tech - HOT - Reports take you through the top-spec connectivity features offered by manufacturers in detail and look to benchmark the connectivity functionality based on various test criteria. This month we take a closer look at the groundbreaking system in the Tesla Model S. As the only manufacturer offering over-the-air (OTA) updates to each one of its vehicles, regardless of the date of purchase, Tesla's unique approach in the world of connected vehicle technologies sets it apart from the rest.

PSA, which paid General Motors 1.3 billion euros for GM's European operations, now wants about half of the money back because Opel's engines are too inefficient to meet CO2 emissions reduction targets, sources told Reuters.

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Government announces huge development facility in West Midlands to put UK at forefront of EV battery technology

Russian automaker AvtoVAZ said it would resume exports of its Lada cars to Cuba, starting with a shipment of 344 Vesta sedans and Largus crossovers to be used as government taxis and tourism and rental vehicles.

Lidar supplier Velodyne, which made a name for itself with its spinning, coffee-can shaped laser sensors, has a new look. The company introduced its latest lidar sensor for automated driving.

Subaru launched the 2019 Ascent in Los Angeles.

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The multi-year deal will see the Alfa Romeo name return to the Formula One paddock after a 30-year absence

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The boisterous SUV is Subaru’s largest ever vehicle, and was revealed at the LA Motor Show for the American market only

After Tesla's Model S sedans and Model X crossovers roll off the company's assembly line, the electric vehicles usually make another stop -- for repairs, nine current and former employees have told Reuters.

DHL and Fortigo Freight Services, one of Canada's largest fleet management companies, said they had preordered Tesla's electric truck unveiled earlier this month to test on limited routes.

Toyota is investing $113 million in its Polish engine plant to build a 1.5-liter gasoline unit for hybrid cars.

Daimler turned down an offer from Geely to take a stake of up to 5 percent in the German automaker to access Daimler's electric car technology, sources told Reuters.

Daimler turned down an offer from Geely to take a stake of up to 5 percent in the German automaker to access Daimler's electric car technology, sources told Reuters.

Webasto, which specialises in sunroofs, panoramic or convertible roofs and parking heaters, is spending EUR10m (US$11.8m) at its factory in Utting, Bavaria.

Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), the country's second largest car manufacturer and claimed top exporter, has built 5m cars since starting operations in 1998.

Denso Corporation and NEC Platforms, a subsidiary of NEC Corporation, have unveiled a new joint venture, Denso Next. The company will develop in-vehicle information and communications equipment critical for fostering a truly connected environment inside vehicles, such as instrument clusters, head-up displays, and on-board communication equipment. The company will start operations on 1 December 2017.