SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

GM’s Barra: R&D Begun for 10-Minute EV Charger

The automaker’s chairman and CEO confirms the fast-charging EV will be released soon to Delta Electronics, a global power and thermal management expert, as part of a research initiative with the U.S. Department of Energy.

The future of driving – more time and safety for you
ZF is developing technologies for autonomous driving. With our intelligent assistance systems, we are already paving the way. Autonomous vehicles offer more safety, and the freedom to do other things while moving from point A to B. What you choose to do is up to you.

Autoline Daily: Top Industry News for Sept. 05

Mercedes-Benz’s First Serious EV; Passenger Cars Continue to Plummet; Volvo’s Vision for Mobility

Change born from responsibility
The MAHLE Group is committed to making transportation more efficient, more environmentally friendly, and more comfortable by continuously optimizing the combustion engine, driving forward the use of alternative fuels, and laying the foundation for the widespread acceptance and worldwide introduction of e-mobility.

2019 Ram 1500 eTorque: No Pain, Ram Gains

FCA is catching up on electrification, following up on the mild-hybrid Wrangler with an eTorque-enabled Ram 1500 pickup.

Enabling lightweighting by enhancing bond durability of aluminum
Aluminum is quickly becoming the go to substrate for automotive light weighting applications. It has been projected that by 2025, in North America, 15% of the automotive body sheet content will be using aluminum substrates. This trend generates many challenges, including the need for the development of improved joining materials and techniques. Join Henkel and WardsAuto for an informative and free webinar on Wednesday, Sept 12th at 10:00am E.S.T to learn more about the impact of bonding aluminum on weight.

Mercedes-Benz Heralds Electric Future With EQ C

A key rival to the newly introduced Jaguar I-Pace, soon-to-be-revealed Audi e-Tron Quattro and an upcoming production version of the BMW iX3 concept, the new 5-seat SUV is the first electric-powered Mercedes-Benz model put into series production.

Understanding the Potential of Available Vehicle Data
Connecting cars is about more than connected cars. Visit the free Resource Center to find information for Auto OEMs and Insurers to take advantage of available vehicle data today.

TomTom Connects With Autonomous-Driving Developer

The mapping company’s extensive traffic data will be part of rideOS’s software that synthesizes, manages and distributes critical safety data and routes for transporters.

PlanetM Focuses on Auto Interiors and UX

Michigan’s PlanetM’s goal is to land new business in the emerging auto-tech industry. The plan is to foster innovation and support companies redefining the in-car experience.

Seven Ways Automakers Can Capitalize on UBI

Collaboration between the auto and insurance industries is key to delivering vehicle-embedded services that will benefit their shared customer and create greater revenue opportunities for automakers through adoption of usage-based insurance services.

2018 Wards 10 Best UX Nominee: Toyota Avalon

Wards 10 Best UX testing is under way, and WardsAuto editors are evaluating the user experience of 25 all-new or significantly improved vehicles as part of the competition. That means assessing the ease of interacting with the vehicle by way of voice control, driver-assistance systems, phone pairing, infotainment and navigating touchscreens. Today's nominee is the '19 Toyota Avalon Limited, a redesigned fullsize sedan with a sticker price of $43,870. (Photos by Tom Murphy)

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