DECEMBER 27, 2019

ZF makes vehicles see, think and act.
ZF combines environmental sensors, such as camera and radar (see) with central electronic control units such as the ZF ProAI (think). Based on the data, intelligent mechatronics in the vehicle driveline and chassis systems execute the required vehicle motion control (act). ZF applies its know-how to help develop solutions for mobility megatrends like safety, efficiency and autonomous driving.

Quick Hits: 2020 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems

A pro-and-con summation of all 26 powertrains evaluated in the 2020 competition. Many comments come directly from editor scoresheets.

Buick Had Most-Seen Auto Commercial of 2019

Automakers spent an estimated $4.99 billion on TV ads and racked up over 416.3 billion impressions, making automotive the No.1 industry for both spend and impressions (excluding network promos) across all TV advertising this year.

Making Sure Electric Fleets Have the Juice to Deliver

Industry Voices
Whether moving packages or people, if there are constraints such as guaranteed delivery times, ride times and wait times, a vehicle’s battery strength is one of the variables that must be considered when deciding what vehicle to send to what traveler at what time.

DOE, Magna Working on Low-Cost, Highly Efficient Motor

For Wards Intelligence Subscribers
A U.S. Dept. of Energy project is drawing on Magna’s engineering expertise to create low-cost, highly efficient electric motors for automotive use.

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