Cars, COVID-19 and Climate Change: Driving Sustainability Forward
Life cycle assessments show vehicles designed with lightweight aluminum result in reduced emissions without product sacrifices
#sustainability
FCA Readies Big Engine Recall
Creeping rise in emissions affects at least 1 million vehicles
#recalls #Dodge #quality
VCSEL LIDAR and Level 3 Autonomy
Sensor supplier reports it will be part of a Level 3 system on a Chinese model in 2022
#GreatWallMotors
Could GM Spin Off EV Business?
An intriguing way to get Wall Street’s attention
#tech #GeneralMotors #GMC
Automated Vehicle Systems Perform Poorly in AAA Tests
Reliability needs to be improved to gain public trust
#BMW #Cadillac #Kia
Another Four Ex-Audi Officials Charged in Diesel Scandal
Continuing probes lengthen list of implicated executives
#Volkswagen #people #europe
How the 2021 Ford F-150 Was Developed
An inside view on how the new generation came to be from the man who heads all Ford product development, Hau Thai-Tang
#Rivian #Ford #people
Inside Audi e-tron’s Battery
Everyone wants range and quick charging capability. Audi brings it—through a clever cooling system
#tech #Audi
Will Showrooms Give Way to Studios?
Thinking about how Tesla has transformed the experience of buying a new car
#LucidMotors #Ford #Tesla
How to Build a Military Vehicle from a Pickup Truck
A real piece of military gear. A real pickup that you can get at a Chevy dealership. A really remarkable story.
#people #Daimler #Tesla
Better Batteries Through Research
The Consortium for Battery Innovation is dedicated to advancing the technology of the lead battery. Yes, the thing you probably have under your hood.
#tech
CAR MBS: Manufacturing Ops Need Better Tech, Experts Say
Equipment needs updating—as do the personnel in the industry
#Chrysler #Tesla
Nissan Manufacturing Wish List
What are the sorts of things that people at Nissan North American manufacturing ops are looking for?
#Nissan #facilities #Infiniti
Love and Cars
What a recent survey found about how Americans feel about brands
#Ford #Subaru #Volkswagen
Mercedes Launches Extensive Digital Production Platform
Company plans to achieve 15% efficiency improvement through connecting sensors—and everything in between—to the Cloud
#MercedesBenz
Bronco Designer Talks Product Development
Here’s how the 2021 Bronco was designed to both look like and perform like a Bronco—the iconic 4x4, yet brought up to the moment—explained by Paul Wraith, the vehicle’s chief designer
#Ford
Connecting You to What's Next
AutoBeat's Gary Vasilash and Craig Bierley discuss the unprecedented changes happening in the automotive industry and the latest changes right here at AutoBeat.
Inside Audi e-tron’s Battery
Everyone wants range and quick charging capability. Audi brings it—through a clever cooling system
#tech #Audi
Sheryl Connelly Looks Toward the Future
While no one knows what the future will bring, as Sheryl Connelly explains, it is better to anticipate what might happen than to be blindsided if you don’t.
#Ford #people
Yes, Hybrids Still Matter
And hybrids—mild, full and plug-in—are likely to continue to be important as the industry makes the transition to full electrification. An examination in three parts.
#Continental #Honda #HP
Smart Cities Need to Make Smarter Decisions
Applications should be nimble and customizable, not one-size-fits all
CAR MBS: Auto Rebound On Track, But…
Uncertainty casts plenty of doubt about pace and timiing
Cadillac Intros Lyriq EV Crossover
Maybe this will bring more people into GM’s electric vehicle future
#Tesla #GeneralMotors #Chevrolet
Mazda Shows Sales Strength
Maybe we’re not talking huge numbers, but let’s not underestimate the importance of good news
#Mazda #Toyota #Subaru
Cylinder Deactivation Can Benefit Diesels Too
In this case, it’s mostly about reducing emissions—but fuel economy gains still add up.
#Chevrolet #Delphi #GMC
Steering to the Future
Electric power steering systems have come a long way in a short time. Are steer-by-wire systems next?
#NexteerAutomotive #Continental #CNXMotion
Seven Cool Tools
Increase operational productivity with these new developments
#HP
The Steering Wheel: How Did We Get Here?
Six key Mercedes steering wheel designs of the past bring us to its all-new design for 2021.
#Daimler #tech #MercedesBenz
