For instance, fuel consumption can be cut by about 1% by switching from conventional power steering to electronically controlled power steering.

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Closer to the lake sits the 142-room Park Hyatt Zurich, frequently named a business traveller favourite on Trip Advisor thanks to its blend of contemporary furnishings and swanky features, including electronically controlled window blinds and specially blended Blaise Mautin toiletries.

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Steering and braking could also be controlled electronically and operated by tiny electric motors, in theory at least, so cutting the need for heavy metal brakes and pedals.

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