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BAE Systems to supply US Army with jam-resistant navigation tech

September 29, 2023
WASHINGTON — BAE Systems will provide the U.S. Army high-tech, embeddable computer cards used for secure navigation on foot and aboard armored vehicles in a contract worth $318 million. The five-year contract for M-code GPS modules and related engineering support, announced Sept. 29, gives the service’s positioning, navigation and timing experts direct access to the company’s wares…
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Hyundai/Kia seen taking photos at Tesla supercharger: NACS support imminent?

September 29, 2023
Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles were spotted doing a photoshoot while “charging” at a Supercharger today, leading to speculation about whether the brands may be ready to announce a joint move to Tesla’s NACS charging connector. NACS has been taking over the charging world ever since Ford’s announcement that it would adopt the connector back in May. Soon after, GM made the same…
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Tesla quietly held 'Installer Day' amid move to rely more on third-party installers

September 29, 2023
Tesla quietly held an “Installer Day” amid a move to rely more on third-party installers for its energy business. Over the last year, we have been reporting on Tesla making a major change in strategy in its solar and energy storage business. Ever since Tesla acquired SolarCity in 2016 and turned it into its own solar division, there have been many ups and downs, but mostly downs. Despite…
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US solar is booming – here's the newly released data

September 29, 2023
US solar is growing at a breakneck speed, and it hit several big milestones in July, according to newly released government data. In its latest monthly “Energy Infrastructure Update” report (with data through July 31, 2023) reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign, the Federal…
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Rivian R1T transformed into an Apocalypse-ready 850 HP off-road beast

September 29, 2023
Championed as the Apocalypse Nirvana, this Rivian R1T has been converted into an all-electric off-road beast. With 850 HP and a complete Kevlar paint job, the Nirvana looks ready to tackle any terrain. “This is a badass truck, it’s time it looks and acts like one,” said Joseph Ghattas, founder and CEO of Apocalypse Manufacturing and its sister company, SoFlo Customs. The Rivian R1T is…
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