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I can understand that I suspect the actual cost compared to individual gauges and simplicity of manufacturing is one of many reasons for going this way. Allows customization of the dash by the owner. Big question for me is what is the policy about dead pixels? LG and Samsung both have in their warranty must be at least 6 pixels or more dead to allow replacement under warranty. I wonder how the Auto industry will deal with these massive LCD / QED screens.

Guess we could say the dash is a poor rip off of the EQS! Lincoln Zephyr EQS

Being that Buick is supposedly going to be all electric auto. We had the Electra Concept revealed last year. Now they tease us with this. SUV or Car?

A modern GSX based on a Cadillac CT5 would work, but it will never happen. Maybe as an EV it could. While this was an AWD electric concept called Riviera, I could see a more muscular version of this as a GSX or GNX.

This used to be a investment bank building, but since the pandemic, it is now vacant. This is next to the Dell Technology building that we used to have all 7 floors and now only have floor 4 where we have a data center and support group. Everyone else is permanent work from home. Never have to commute into the city any more and saves 2hrs a day for me.

Yes externally it does look much like what Audi has done over the last decade in style. The interior is very nice I thought. Nothing like it yet in any other American made auto.

Interesting, Seems only 6 months after Ford stopped production and left India, they are now going back due to the incentives the Indian Government is giving for building cutting edge auto's in the country. Ford is supposedly thinking about manufacturing of BEVs for export to the U.S. and around the world from India. Ford Reconsiders an Important Strategic Decision - TheStreet

Opps, fixed, totally missed that. lol

Not surprised, seem the Lexus faithful are willing to part with their hard-earned money for less than stellar performance results.

Lexus released on Valentine's Day their all-new BEV Sports car. The Lexus BEV Sport symbolizes the future of the luxury Lexus product line. This is what "Lexus Electrified" is to represent. Reviving the spirit of the Lexus LFA, the Lexus Sport BEV will have a 0-60mph in the low two-second range and a distance range of 430 miles thanks to the use of Solid-State batteries. SEE A GLIMPSE OF THE FUTURE IN THE LEXUS BEV SPORT - Lexus USA Newsroom Lexus Electrified: A Bold New Direction / Discover the Global World of Lexus (discoverlexus.com)

Lincoln starts off 1922 by celebrating its 100th anniversary. A century of Lincoln Luxury as it prepares for an exciting electric future. Lincoln per their press release has stated that Lincoln pioneered innovations such as center-opening coach doors, electric gauges, keyless entry and symphonic chimes as they pushed the boundaries of elegant automotive design, introducing products and services that have defined the iconic American Luxury brand it has become today. February 4th, 1922, Henry Ford with encouragement from his wife Clara and his son Edsel Ford, purchased the Lincoln Motor Company from distinguished inventory and automotive engineer Henry Leland for $8 million dollars. This transaction set in motion the creation of this iconic American Luxury brand. In 1936 Lincoln introduced the Zephyr, the brands first mid-priced vehicle that featured a streamlined design and an "alligator"-type hood. Lincoln has pioneered multiple new features and innovations and continues to introduce advancements today. Here is a notable moment in Lincolns history: 1955: Lincoln introduces the Mark II to showrooms 1961: Lincoln debuts coach doors on its Continental 1977: Integrated visor-mounted garage door opener debuts on Lincoln Versailles 1980: Speedometer, fuel gauge, message centers go electric, keyless entry is introduced 1987: Front-wheel drive debuts 1994: Memory recall for seat and mirror positioning introduced via a remote transmitter 2010: Lincoln launches its first hybrid electric vehicle – the MKZ Hybrid 2017: Lincoln reveals the Navigator concept, transforming the future of the flagship SUV with an all-new design and innovative features including 30-Way Perfect Position Seats 2018: Lincoln celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Continental and debuts the special edition Continental Coach Door 2018-19: Symphonic chimes recorded by Detroit Symphony Orchestra; Lincoln launches all-new Lincoln Aviator and Corsair SUVs 2021: Lincoln introduces the first locally produced sedan for the China market at Auto Guangzhou, the all-new Lincoln Zephyr, advancing the brand’s design language Lincoln is focused on forward-looking innovations, while maintaining its core values in keeping the brand's products fresh and desirable. Lincoln has seen success in China with localized production of vehicles such as the Corsair with its first full-year sales exceeding 50,000 units in 2021. Lincoln has moved forward with their first locally produced sedan, the all-new Zephyr where they secured 3,100 pre-orders at the introduction of the car at Auto Guangshou. The Zephyr is the launch of introducing American Luxury to a new, younger generation of clients in China. Lincoln is laser-focused on advancing its Quiet Flight DNA into an electrified and connected future with a full portfolio of connected and electrified vehicles globally by 2030. Lincoln is kicking off a yearlong series of global events connecting the past and the present to an exciting future in years to come. Lincoln retailers globally will be hosting events with clients and local communities throughout the 2022 year. Lincoln says to watch their social channels for updates and special peeks into the next chapter of the Lincoln brand. One can never forget their past of where they started in the journey to where they are today and the future they will become. Starting from the 1923 Lincoln Model L Touring Car, to the 1936 Lincoln Zephyr, 1941 Lincoln Continental and the 1956 Continental Mark II. A large history of Lincoln can be viewed at their media center. Multimedia | Lincoln Media Center In 2022, Lincoln is now producing locally in China the All-New Zephyr reimagines design and technology to meet the discerning expectations and aspirations of China's Generation Z, ushering in a new era for the brand centered around Intelligent Mobility. Per Mao Jingbo, president, Lincoln China, “The Lincoln Zephyr is a true masterpiece that brings together the expertise of our global team in California and the exceptional talent of our local team in China. Every detail from the inside out is crafted based on a deep understanding of our, young Chinese clients, and I am confident that the Lincoln Zephyr fully features intelligent experiences of the future.” Centered on the tenets of Beauty, Gliding, Human and Sanctuary, while also expressing strong, contemporary aesthetic that signals the future face of Lincoln design. For China, this is considered a Mid-Large-sized sedan as it rides on a 114" wheelbase or 2,900mm. This flowing sedan features a Gen Z inspired intelligent digital cockpit; a relaxing sanctuary made with lightweight design elements. Nearly all buttons in the console are equipped with a smart, natural surface, an innovative, digital design detail that speaks to the evolving customers need for a quiet, human-centric solution. This Intelligent Technological interior starts with a 12.3-inch digital cluster with a 27-inch coast-to-coast touchscreen dash. A stunning visual impact, this touchscreen dash is configured to support an array of multi-touch gestures and customizable displays, enabling customers to choose between full or split-screen views. Lincoln says this is inspired by the cosmos and a calming night sky, the full-width coast-to-coast screen brings Lincoln Constellation HMI to life. This Lincoln Zephyr's phase-4 SYNC+ is exclusive for Chinese customers, enabling over-the-air capability to continuously update Zephyr. The Lincoln Zephyr will debut the advanced Lincoln Co-Pilot 360 2.0 system and Lincoln ActiveGlide to help enable L2+ Driving Assist capability. Lincoln Zephyr comes with what is called a Sense of Ceremony. This is a tailored luxury experience with an elevated sense of ceremony for customers. The new Embrace and Farewell signature feature illuminate the Lincoln Star first and gently lights up the headlamp as owners approach their Zephyr. This is followed by Lincoln's largest ever Welcome Mat that illuminates the ground. The interior system offers four relaxing modes, digital scents, and 128-color interior ambient lighting options combined to enhance the customers feeling of exclusivity and personalization. The Lincoln Zephyr offers another unique feature in "The Future Letter". After the initial customization of the full-width coast-to-coast dash screen, customers can schedule content to appear on the screen at designated moments giving a customized connection to the world around them. This all-new Zephyr will launch with a standard 2.0-liter gas powertrain with 8-speed transmission for Q1 of 2022. Additional options will be announced as they are released. All-New Lincoln Zephyr Debuts at Auto Guangzhou 2021 Highlighting Lincoln’s Future Design and Connected Features | Lincoln Media Center Lincoln Celebrates a Century of Elegance and Innovation, Looks Ahead to a Connected, Electrified Future | Lincoln Media Center View full article

Ford Motor Company rolled out in February 2020 a Nationwide Insurance program for connected vehicles that was designed to reward safe driving. This program was as easy as installing the Ford or Lincoln app on your smartphone and filling out the online form and agreeing to share the driving data from the black boxs with Nationwide. This allowed drivers to save based on their safe driving habits that are reported to the insurance company. No plug-in devices or additional apps required. Insurance was available in 39 states on 2020 modem-equipped models. Per Elena Ford, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Ford Motor Company, “This is the latest way we’re improving the customer experience,” “Insure makes getting insurance easier for connected-vehicle customers to cover one of their biggest investments – their vehicle – while saving money.” This program would also include the Nationwide Accident Forgiveness option also. Per Nationwide, customers buying new autos are wanting to get insurance right away that is simple and easy to sign up for, the new Insure program does that for New Ford and Lincoln autos. We move to December of 2020 and Ford has updated the Ford and Lincoln Insure programs that use State Farm, Allstate, Liberty Mutual and Metromile along with Nationwide to expand coverage to save customers money on premiums based on using the latest Telematics that are auto reported to these insurance companies may be eligible to receive insurance premiums discounts based on their driving habits. Ford has stated that several more insurance companies are under contract and will be announced in the future. For Ford Motor Company customers, how they drive have the potential to earn big discounts on their auto insurance. Alex Purdy, director of Ford Business operations stated the following, “Connected vehicles present new opportunities for us to help customers save money and improve their experience with Ford products,” “Whether customers are purchasing through Ford Insure or working with another carrier, we are committed to giving them the ability to choose the right option for themselves – and to potentially earn big discounts based on how they drive.” We move forward to today, February 15th, 2022 and the Ford / Lincoln Insure program goes live with State Farm where State Farm customers with eligible connected Ford / Lincoln vehicles can now opt into the State Farm UBI Program, "Drive Safe & Save", which will adjust premiums to an individual vehicles mileage and customer driving behavior based on the reporting from the Telematics connected system of the auto. The State Farm with Ford / Lincoln Insurance program will start with Alaska, Idaho, Montana and Oregon as of February 27th, 2022. It will then be rolled out across the nation excluding California, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Ford believes this will increase safety for all by helping the auto owner improve their driving characteristics as they pay for insurance based on the miles they drive and their habits of how they drive. State Farm says their customers will on average save 10 to 15% on average using this program and could go as high as 40% based on an individual's driving habits. While one can see for those drivers that are very cautious, this can save them money. One does have to wonder about those that opt into this type of program and are a bit more aggressive, could they then see their premiums go higher? This only makes logical sense as Insurance companies could easily use the broadcasted telematics to also ding those that are more aggressive in driving over the speed limit, moving back and forth between lanes, etc. One has to wonder how many people will go for being monitored 24/7 when they drive their auto? How will insurance adjust based on buying a GT Mustang or electric Mach-e? Just as with health insurance and how smokers pay higher premiums than non-smokers, this could tend to create true casts of high insurance premiums for people who are not afraid of speed and lower costs for those that drive slow without taking into account that while there are good and bad drivers in both categories. Many people have seen people who buy powerful expensive auto's get on the freeway, move over the passing lane and then drive 20 mph under the posted speed limit. This to this writer is just as dangerous to other drivers on the road as is the one who buys a performance auto, routinely drives 20 over the posted speed limit and cuts in and out of traffic. Is this the future of all driving? Could we see no matter how fast / powerful your auto is, that the only way to get auto insurance is to eventually agree to monitored driving by the insurance companies? With this telematics, will it require that each person driving logs in so that the driving telematics are clearly associated with each individual as one would have in a large household? One has to wonder how far they will go with connected driving and the options to the buyer about how this data is handled. QUESTION: What are your thoughts on connected driving and insurance? Way of the future or crossing a line on big brother watching you? State Farm® and Ford team up to introduce usage-based insurance to new vehicle owners | Ford Media Center Ford, Lincoln Work with Nationwide to Offer Insurance Program for Connected Vehicles Designed to Reward Safer Driving | Ford Media Center Ford Supports InsureTech Revolution with Insurance Carriers, Ford Insure and Lincoln Motor Company Insure, Using Embedded Telematics to Help Customers Save on Auto Policies | Ford Media Center View full article

@Robert Hall My condolences for your family loss. Never easy to deal with loosing someone even when estranged. I hope things go well for you and your sister as you deal with his life's possessions. Wishing you all the best in this turbulent time.

Or for a state where weed is legal, you can use your F150 Lighting for restocking of your weed stores from the weed farm!

Latest Fly over of Giga Texas, one big ass building. Yet if Tesla Solar is so superior and great, why is there no solar panels on the plant to help be green in capturing energy? Tesla Electric ATV is another unneeded distraction from building quality autos. Review: Tesla Cyberquad for Kids is so much more than an electric kids toy (electrek.co)

For the Tech peeps here, this is too funny. “THE TERMINATOR” graphic tee, pullover hoodie, tank, onesie, and pullover crewneck by Giant Squid Productions. | Cotton Bureau

Excited for Buick this year as the summer will have BEV Reveals for the brand. EVs, but this summer we will show you our dreams of a groovy electric future. ⚡️ We’re sure a mastermind who makes his own quasi-futuristic clothes will be impressed. ? https://t.co/e1XzwFEVsJ

Very cool rendering of a SS version of the new Chevrolet BEV Truck. We Render A Hypothetical Chevy Silverado EV SS (gmauthority.com)

Very cool auction on a 1993 GMC Typhoon with less than 300 original miles. Crazy that someone would buy it and just sit on it, but to each their own as it was his money. Course current bid is at $60,000 and expected to cross 6 figures before the auction closes. 1993 GMC Typhoon With Just 300 Miles Heads To Auction (gmauthority.com) For the Camaro Fans.

Not one to watch sports, I missed this but glad to see it on You Tube now.

Seems with the upcoming VW ID Buzz electric minivan that VW is working with 3rd party groups to offer life style applications and this one some feel steps up over RIvian for camping. Volkswagen Gets One Up on Rivian Camp Kitchen (cleantechnica.com)

Tesla Cam sure makes some interesting video watching of people.

Very cool to hear they are getting out. Have seen non here in Washington and non on the dealer lots. Interesting observation as I ran an errand yesterday afternoon. Drove by on Hwy 99 the Hyundai, Honda, Kia, Ford, Lincoln, Toyota, Lexus, Chevrolet, GMC, Tesla and finally the Mercedes Dealerships to where I picked up some stuff the wife had ordered. Interesting observation was a ton of USED auto's all over and so few new autos. Tesla was an empty lot except for a couple of used auto's due to the date on the windshield and the crazy like new prices also. Mercedes had a dozen new commercial vans out front, but nothing new that I could see on the lot. Toyota had a few Hybrid Rav4 at to me crazy prices as posted on the windshields in big numbers. The other dealerships, if they had new auto's they were heavily mixed in with used autos. Usually, I see new auto tractor trailer deliveries, but lately, been seeing used auto deliveries to the dealers. Crazy. Did see an old first-generation Toyota FJ driving up to the pass to ski yesterday. Was in pretty good shape, was a very light blue to funky gray color.