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Source: High-Tech Safety Gear Preventing Crashes – But Raising Insurance Rates | TheDetroitBureau.com

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Given the significant benefits already being reported – with more vehicles now being sold with even more advanced technologies, the pay-off would seem to be obvious. “To the extent that vehicles get into fewer crashes that will ultimately be reflected in the rate you pay,” said Russ Rader, a spokesman for the IIHS.

But that isn’t happening. At least not yet. If anything, there’s evidence that motorists may be saddled with higher insurance rates as lane departure warning and other ADAS technologies become ever more commonplace. But why?

Experts say that’s because these systems make use of an array of onboard camera, radar and other sensors that are, in many cases, mounted in the grille, sideview mirrors or a vehicle’s bumpers and fenders....

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VIA Motors partnership

Source: Via Motors, Geely to co-develop medium-duty extended-range electric truck for China and Americas - Green Car Congress

VIA Motors International is partnering with China-based Zhejiang Geely New Energy Vehicle Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Zhejiang Geely Commercial Vehicle Group, to co-develop a medium-duty extended range electric truck. The truck will incorporate VIA’s proprietary vehicle software and systems control technology, for launch in China and the Americas in 2019.

VIA Motors develops and markets extended-range electric (eREV) and all-electric (EV) powertrain systems for most vehicle classes from light-duty through Class 8. VIA’s vehicle integration capability, at both production facilities in Utah and Mexico, provides a range of commercial vehicles to meet zero emissions requirements. VIA vehicles are marketed under the VTRUX...

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It has started, 48 volt hybrids arrive.

Sounds like the 2019 Ram 1500 will have a mild hybrid system standard on all trucks.

2019 RAM 1500 Mild Hybrid | CleanMPG

On a separate note, engine coolant will be used to heat up the 4x2's rear axle to efficient temps, and also cool it while towing.

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