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The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has released a new edition of IEC TR 61850-90-8:2016. This technical report is titled "Communication networks and systems for power utility automation - Part 90-8: Object model for E-mobilit."

Toshiba is field testing a new wireless electric vehicle charger for a shuttle bus at Haneda Airport in Tokyo. While similar wireless EV charging uses electromagnetic induction, Toshiba’s system uses a magnetic resonance system that is installed in the ground and controlled with a touch panel on the bus.

Google’s latest report on its self-driving vehicle project focuses on a feature that could easily be overlooked: the car’s sounds. Engineers are now teaching Google’s autonomous cars how to honk and giving the quiet electric vehicle the familiar sounds of a traditional engine.

Chrysler is recalling 16,549 model year 2013-2016 Fiat 500e vehicles to repair the cars’ electrical system. The power inverter module (PIM) may experience voltage spikes which can cause the propulsion system to shut down and loss of motive power, which can increase the risk of a crash.

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles because of problems with the electronic stability control systems. The memory chip in the electronic brake control module may fail and cause the loss of electronically controlled brake systems including anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control.

Earlier this month, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced it would be...

Winnebago is recalling a total of 56 units of model year 2014 Winnebago Tour, and Itasca Ellipse vehicles which are built on a Freightliner chassis. On certain recreational vehicles (RVs) built with a heavier, adjustable foot pedal, the brake activation signal to certain towed devices may not deactivate when the service brakes are released.

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 RAM ProMaster vehicles and 2015-2016 ProMaster City vehicles because of problems with the exterior lighting. The Trailer Tow Lighting Control Module may have a software error that can result in a processing issue that prevents the trailer brake lights from illuminating under certain conditions.

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles because a loose electrical connection can cause the transmission to unexpectedly lock in the Park or Neutral position. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter assembly, free of charge.

Ford Motor Company is recalling 184,000 vehicles because they are equipped with a 6R80 automatic transmission that can unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed. The recall includes: 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, 2012 Lincoln Navigator, and 2012 Ford Mustang vehicles.