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MPG Boosted with New Smart Maps
2014-02-23 19:50:44| AutomotiveDigest.com - Automotive Industry News
The next generation of route guidance maps is being rolled out by a company called Here, a subsidiary of Nokia Corp. The maps help vehicles adjust for top fuel economy based on terrain ahead. Drivers can save fuel and avoid accidents. The maps provide data about a road's precise slope to the vehicle's onboard computer, which sets the cruise control system and adjusts the throttle accordingly. The technology is another step toward hands-free driving. READ MORE The Article MPG Boosted with New Smart Maps appeared first on Automotive Digest.
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