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Young Designers Honored at WardsAuto Interiors Conference
The assignment was to create a vehicle interior for a sports car that is distinctive, fun to drive on the track or open road, but also has autonomous capabilities for city commuting.
By WardsAuto Staff • May 24, 2016 -
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London’s Iconic Black Hackney Taxicabs Going Green
Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely, owner of London Taxi, maker of the traditionally styled black cabs, sees the so-called Green Bond issue raise £276 million. The new model launches in the U.K. late next year.
By Paul Myles • May 23, 2016 -
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Steering Wheel Design Takes Center Stage
The steering wheel is no longer simply the means to point the tires – it’s become command central for everything from audio controls to semi-autonomous driving functions, all while making a styling statement and serving as the primary interior touchpoint.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 23, 2016 -
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Twizy EV Korea-Bound as RSM Works on Electric LCV
Renault Samsung says the 1-ton light-commercial electric vehicle’s targeted range is 155 miles, but a spokesman says development of the vehicle could take up to four years.
By Vince Courtenay • May 23, 2016 -
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Malibu HEV Belts Out Efficiency Tune
Chevy’s new hybrid borrows Volt technology and is capable of truly impressive real-world fuel economy. Too bad most buyers would rather get a pickup or utility vehicle.
May 20, 2016 -
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Linamar Delivers Elegant Rebuttal to Eminem’s 8 Mile
Rapper Eminem made 8 Mile Road synonymous with Blue-Collar despair. Linamar’s sleek $25 million tech center celebrates manufacturing and is a beautiful counterpoint.
May 19, 2016 -
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Delphi Wants Partners for 48V Technology
While Delphi might lack the motor- or battery-making capabilities of its rivals, it boasts one big advantage, the supplier’s product chief says.
By James M. Amend • May 18, 2016 -
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Hyundai Designer Enjoys Lack of Filter
Hyundai’s U.S. interior-design manager chats with WardsAuto about his relatively limitless company, the interiors of his favorite Hyundai and non-Hyundai models, and why dealers impact how flashy the interior of your next vehicle may be.
May 18, 2016 -
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Nissan U.K.’s 50,000th Leaf Build Sets European Pace
The landmark Leaf is destined for a customer in France, one of 23 export markets ranging from mainland Europe to Argentina, Iceland, Israel and Taiwan.
By Alan Harman • May 16, 2016 -
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Jaguar’s New Ute Sets Pace for Brand’s Future
British sports-car bastion Jaguar joins the CUV segment with the F-Pace, a utility vehicle that more than holds its own when it comes to ride, handling and performance.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 16, 2016 -
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Self-Driving Cars’ Success Will Hinge on Psychology
As much as we may want to let go of the wheel, we still need a bit more convincing that it’s really okay to do so.
By Chris Rockwell • May 13, 2016 -
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Nissan Makes Move on Mitsubishi Amid Mileage Debacle
Besides Nissan’s taking of the 34% equity stake in Mitsubishi, the alliance agreement calls for one-third of the partnership’s directors to come from Nissan, and for Nissan to nominate Mitsubishi’s next chairman.
By Roger Schreffler • May 13, 2016 -
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2016 10 Best Interiors Award Winners
Editor's note: This story is part of the WardsAuto digital archive, which may include content that was first published in print, or in different web layouts.See the winning design teams accept their Wards 10 Best Interiors Awards for 2016.
May 12, 2016 -
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Exclusivity Key Element of Luxury
Experts suggest luxury-product makers risk diluting their brand if they go too far down-market.
By James M. Amend • May 12, 2016 -
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Sit Back, Relax and Enjoy the Car Interior
Advanced technologies would calm stressed drivers, rouse sleepy ones and overall make the car interior the place to be.
By Steve Finlay • May 12, 2016 -
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Gesture Control One Path to Simpler Interiors
A panel devoted to the user experience in vehicle interiors generates news from Continental, which offers another approach to gesture control integrated within the steering wheel.
May 12, 2016 -
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Nissan Engine Plant Builds Latest Titan V-8
By the time Nissan’s Decherd Engine Plant turns 20 years old next year, the Tennessee operation will have produced some 11 million powerplants. The newest addition is the updated 5.6L V-8 for the Titan pickup.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 12, 2016 -
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Direction Defines Volvo Design
Volvo’s award-winning XC90 takes some chances compared with other interiors, but in the end the luxury CUV’s intuitive design proves logical, functional and stylish.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 11, 2016 -
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What Future Car Consumers Want
Polling particularly focuses on what the 18-and-under set think about self-driving cars because that group ultimately will be buying them.
By Steve Finlay • May 11, 2016 -
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Shedding Light on Future Automotive Illumination
Interior illumination is headed for big changes as new concepts and materials allow application of lighting to create mood, communicate information and enhance safety.
By Bob Gritzinger • May 11, 2016 -
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Downturn, Disruptors to Pressure Supply Chain
Speed, innovation and flexibility will be required as suppliers look to meet rapid changes in the automotive sector and survive the next downturn, industry insiders say.
By David Zoia Editor • May 11, 2016 -
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Designing for Fun, Flexibility Seen as Light-Truck Trend
Unique audio systems, flexible, elder-friendly features are envisioned for the light-truck interiors of tomorrow.
May 11, 2016 -
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New York Move Paying Off, Cadillac Design Chief Says
In an address to the WardsAuto Interiors Conference, Cadillac’s Andrew Smith says connectivity will compel designers to think differently about innovation.
By James M. Amend • May 11, 2016 -
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Coffee, Denim-Based Composites Could Be Visible In Your Next Interior
Materials that are sustainable, low-emission and lightweight will be the focus on automotive interiors going forward, say panelists.
May 11, 2016 -
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Lectra Aims to Disrupt Auto Leather Value Chain
About 80% of fabric car seats are cut using advanced digital cutting processes, but 90% of leather seats still are cut using physical roller presses.
May 11, 2016
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