It has a geographic reach, across a range of cultures and economic groups, into which developers can plug key pieces of software, without forcing consumers through a dizzying store of choices.

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Michigan-based ALTe has developed a turn-key plug-in hybrid conversion for fleet and niche vehicles.

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The kit includes an Iris Hub, a motion sensor, a smart plug, a key pad, a range extender, a smart thermostat and two window, door and cabinet sensors.

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