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US Army seeks industry input for overhaul of aging artillery software

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Army is seeking industry feedback as it kicks off an overhaul of software designed to coordinate the use of mortars, missiles and more on the battlefield. The service posted a request for information for the modernization of the Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System, also known as AFATDS, and the development of the Joint Targeting Command and Coordination Suite, or…
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Volvo reveals upgraded 2024 C40 and XC40 Recharge EV prices

Volvo announced prices for its entire 2024 lineup, including the upgraded C40 and XC40 Recharge EVs. For the first time in 25 years, Volvo will offer a rear-wheel drive variant in the US, among other improvements. Volvo tackled the two biggest requests with the upgraded C40 and XC40 Recharge electric models – more range and faster charging. The automaker introduced the 2024 models with newly…
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Kia urges dealers to resist markups on the new three-row EV9 electric SUV

Kia is asking its dealers to avoid markups on the new EV9 electric SUV. The automaker says its first three-row electric SUV is garnering “significant consumer interest” as it’s expected to hit dealerships by the end of the year. After opening orders for the EV9 last month, Kia America’s VP of sales, Eric Watson, said it has “already gathered significant consumer interest with…
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Why the new Lotus electric bike costs almost $25,000

Lotus, an automotive company that hasn’t always been known as a leader in economical electric vehicles, is trying its hand at a new electric bicycle. But don’t think this is a sneaky way to get a cheap Lotus, as even the newly announced Lotus Type 136 e-bike costs a small fortune. The Lotus Type 136 was unveiled this week with the astronomical price tag of £20,000, or nearly US $25,000. If…
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