What You Need to Know about MBS 2020
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Bill Hampton
Editor-in-Chief, AutoBeat Daily
Ford COVID-19 Response, 25 Days On
The company is working with its partners tirelessly to address the needs of taking on the pandemic
#3M #Ford #facilities
A New Term to Get Used to: “Disownership”
The way people are going to get transportation is changing the world over. Get ready for it.
#Tesla #Cadillac #AlfaRomeo
Managing a Higher-Voltage Future
Tougher emission regulations and expanding in-car electronics are pushing carmakers into increasingly higher-voltage power systems, notes Mary Gustanski, chief technology officer for Delphi Technologies.
#Delphi
A Closer Look at How Steel Cars Impact the Environment
The people at the SMDI want you to know that over its entire lifecycle, steel has a lot less global warming potential than aluminum.
#Ford #sustainability #Jeep
Lucid Motors Moves Forward with EV Launch Plans
Validation testing expected to resume soon
#LucidMotors #HP #LG
U.S. Guidelines for Self-Driving Cars
This autumn the U.S. announced new guidelines for autonomous-car developers that set a framework without dictating one technology over another, notes Jennifer Dukarski, an attorney with Detroit-area law firm Butzel Long.
The Law and Autonomous Cars
Features that enable your car to drive itself are coming to market now, but regulations to govern their performance have lagged, notes Jennifer Dukarski, an attorney with the Butzel Long law firm.
Airbags That Think Ahead
Airbag systems are increasingly sophisticated in their ability to deploy with just the right speed and strength to help maximize occupant safety.
U.S. Traffic Fatalities Drop Again
Estimated death rate lowest since 2011
Carmakers Ask for a Timeout on Emissions in Europe
COVID-19 blamed for clogging the certification process
#emissions #europe
UN Unveils Rules for Autonomy, Software Updates, Cybersecurity
Standards aim to help regulators monitor tech developments
Europe’s Carmakers Heading Wrong Way on CO2 Limits
Emissions continue to creep up as tougher limits take effect.
#emissions #europe
New Hampshire Readies Flying Cars…for Roads
“Jetson Bill” targets roadable aircrafts
#Daimler #Volkswagen #Hyundai
Foretellix Aims to Fortify Autonomous Testing
Much more testing is needed, but it’s the quality not quantity that will make the difference
#Volkswagen #tech #Tesla
Regulators Hit “Pause” on FCA-PSA Merger
Data on van sales could make or break the deal
#FiatChryslerAutomobiles #Opel #Mitsubishi
California Classifies Ride-Hailing Drivers as Employees…for Now
Voters will get their chance to weigh in later this year
Michigan Okays Auto Production Starting May 11
Step eases supply chain bottleneck for other factories too
#Ford #FiatChryslerAutomobiles #GeneralMotors
How Much Will COVID-19 Impact Automotive R&D Spending?
Virtually all automakers and suppliers expect to reduce r&d spending this year, but company size and location make a difference.
#emissions #tech
GM Robo-Cars Cleared to Carry Civilians
Another step closer to autonomous shuttle service
#GeneralMotors #Waymo #Chevrolet
Mahindra Crossover Wins First-Ever Global NCAP “Safer Choice” Award
This award was established to get safer vehicles on the roads in India. But are there implications beyond that country?
#Jeep #Mahindra #Tata
