MARCH 19, 2018

Complicated Role of Artificial Intelligence in Future Cars

The Big Story
AI is expected to one day be a decision-making superhero, fusing information from a roster of autonomous-vehicle sensors and a connected transportation ecosystem to deliver us to work or play safely and leisurely.

Alcantara: A Synthetic That Touches Human Emotions, CEO Says

“We are the ultimate material of the future,” Alcantara CEO Andrea Boragno says in a WardsAuto Q&A.

Autonomous driving requires GNSS sensors for better availability and redundancy. Swift Navigation’s multi-band, multi-constellation GNSS solutions utilize RTK technology to deliver centimeter-accurate location solutions. In addition to offering easy-to-integrate GNSS receivers at a much lower cost than comparable sensors, Swift delivers frequent software upgrades—free of charge—so your OEM integration remains up-to-date with the latest features, without requiring hardware swap outs. www.swiftnav.com/wards

Autoline Daily

Alcantara Can’t Keep Up with Demand, VW Teases New Touareg, Car Sales Red Hot in Germany

Three Ways to Treat Women Car Buyers Better

Going the extra mile to connect with all consumers, male and female, on a personal level will yield successful results, says WardsAuto Industry Voices contributor Tony Graham.

Volkswagen Developing EV for Pikes Peak Hill Climb

Christened the I.D. R Pikes Peak, the dedicated hill-climb racer has been conceived to display modern electric-drive systems’ capabilities.

ZF Says New Knee Airbag Module Industry’s Lightest

Besides enhancing occupant safety, the module features a flexible design for various vehicle interior sizes and configurations, including cockpit concepts for future autonomous vehicles, ZF says.

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