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Dürr Group Tapped to Build Paint Shop for Chinese EV
The new paint shop is designed to initially handle 150,000 Byton-branded vehicles per year at electric-vehicle maker FMC’s plant in Nanjing, and capacity can be doubled when demand requires, Dürr says.
June 28, 2018 -
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Cosworth Demonstrates Lidar at New North American HQ
Cosworth’s advanced manufacturing center will be able to produce full electronic and powertrain value streams, solid-state sensors, engineering software and hybrid-engine technologies, as well as provide consultative services.
June 27, 2018 -
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Automakers are evaluating their long-term strategies, revisiting their product mix, and approach to both retail and manufacturing approach along the way.
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EVs Challenge Tenneco Engineers to Keep Things Quiet
Tennecoʼs deep knowledge in engineering rubber used in suspension bushings, mounts and subframes has made their adaptation to electric vehicles easier. Meanwhile, Tenneco will close its Federal-Mogul acquisition by year’s end.
By Alan L. Adler • June 27, 2018 -
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Hyundai Veloster Is Sleeker and Back With Singular Mission
The redone second-generation ’19 model looks (and feels) more like a sporty coupe than a quasi-CUV.
By Steven Finlay • June 27, 2018 -
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May Mobility Puts Autonomous Vehicles Into Service in Detroit
The shuttles will be used to ferry employees of a property management company between offices, parking sites and other destinations.
By David Zoia Editor • June 26, 2018 -
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French Minister Calls for Europe-Exclusive EV Battery
A project to develop a new battery would allow Europe to compete with China and the U.S. on electrical vehicles, the official says.
By William Diem • June 26, 2018 -
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Autonomy for Dummies: Tests Use Riderless Motorcycle
AB Dynamics, a supplier of advanced automotive test systems, worked with AutoRD, partially funded by Innovate UK and the U.K. government, to develop the technology needed to make a bike go without rider input – and build a prototype to demonstrate it.
By Alan Harman • June 25, 2018 -
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Jaguar I-Pace Vaults Automaker Among EV Leaders
The I-Pace project arguably vaults the relatively tiny JLR engineering group to among the leaders in EV R&D.
By James Amend • June 21, 2018 -
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Opel/Vauxhall Plant Tapped for New PSA Engines
With Vauxhall, Opel, Peugeot, Citroën, and DS Automobiles all under one roof, PSA is pooling its strengths and creating synergies to maximize the brands’ potential.
By Alan Harman • June 21, 2018 -
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Versatile Materials Called Key to Vehicle Interiors
Sustainability, lightweighting and consumer preference are among the OEM priorities suppliers are trying to address, company representatives say during a panel discussion at the recent WardsAuto Interiors Conference.
June 20, 2018 -
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Nissan Out to Kick Some Butt
The Kicks is the right vehicle in this CUV-crazy time – more understated than the model it replaces and an incredible deal to boot.
June 19, 2018 -
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Pressure on Automakers to Build Smarter Vehicles
The good news is there is tremendous value for those who seize the initiative in the data-driven disruption that’s defining the automotive world.
By Justin Schmid • June 19, 2018 -
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Strict Emissions Laws Push EV Plans for China
Automakers would find it nearly impossible to meet Chinese standards without including some electrified vehicles in their portfolios. Beijing announced in April it would allow 100% foreign ownership of companies producing EVs.
By Alysha Webb • June 18, 2018 -
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EV Pioneer Mitsubishi Swept Up in Currents of Change
“Battery price has since fallen to one-fourth of that (2009) level and will go down further,” Mitsubishi CEO Osamu Masuko predicts. “So we really can’t evaluate the marketplace with existing technology, because the technology is going to change in the next five to 10 years.”
By Roger Schreffler • June 15, 2018 -
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Kia’s California-Flavored Niro EV Debuts in Korea
The new CUV, boasting a range of 236 miles in its high-capacity version and 149 miles in a lower-capacity model, offers a high level of safety features and in-car technologies.
By Vince Courtenay • June 11, 2018 -
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Honda Accord Interior: Color It a Worthy Also-Ran
The Accord finished just out of the running in this year’s polling by WardsAuto editors, earning overall praise for comfort – particularly the seating and second-row legroom – as well as ADAS features and ease of access to driver information.
June 8, 2018 -
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Thailand Sees Bright Future for Electric Vehicles
Office of Industrial Economics Director-General Siriruj Chulakaratana says electric vehicles are poised to drive the local automotive industry because retail EV pricing and technology costs are expected to decline.
By Alan Harman • June 8, 2018 -
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Acura RDX Shines Against the Competition
The new RDX improves upon its predecessor and bests the Germans on power and handling, while its standard technology stands out.
June 7, 2018 -
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Mitsubishi Enhances All-Wheel-Drive Technology
The Super All-Wheel-Control system expands traditional all-wheel-drive functionality from traction control to include vehicle stability and predictive handling.
By Roger Schreffler • June 6, 2018 -
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2018 Wards 10 Best Interiors: Going Soft
The right cushioning or microfiber in key interior locations makes all the difference when it comes to weighing an interior’s softer touches. (Scroll down for 10 Best Interiors video.)
By Bob Gritzinger • June 5, 2018 -
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Making the Ride as Important as Getting There
Peering into the automotive interiors of the future, technologists foresee a wide range of possibilities designed to enhance getting from Point A to B.
By Bob Gritzinger • June 5, 2018 -
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Autonomous Vehicles and the In-Cabin Experience
Passengers in autonomous cars can elect to be productive, entertained or even to zone out. The environment of the cabin can be used as an office, library or living room. But to achieve those options, there must be an upgraded interface between the car and the people inside.
By Gil Dotan • June 5, 2018 -
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Smart Interior Materials for Smart Cars
Autonomous vehicles will require new interior surfaces to cope with heavy usage from dozens of occupants. Industry experts see a host of innovative materials that are stylish, lightweight, soft and compatible with airbags, touchscreens and sound systems.
June 4, 2018 -
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FCA Brand Plans Include Broader Lineups, Bigger Emphasis on Electrification
The automaker is focused on covering more market segments with its key Jeep, Ram, Maserati and Alfa brands and increasing transaction prices and volumes. It no longer is resisting the electrification movement, with a long list of plug-in hybrids and full battery-electrics planned.
By David Zoia Editor • June 1, 2018 -
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FCA Makes Big Commitment to Electrification
With the automaker’s focus on premium brands comes a broad emphasis on electrification, including four full battery electrics by 2022.
By David Zoia Editor • June 1, 2018
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