Automotive
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Energy Paths For Future Road Transport
A variety of technological options are available for climate-neutral road traffic. In a study, the Research Association for Internal Combustion Engines investigated the costs for several combinations of energy sources and powertrain systems on the basis of well-founded technical analyses. The results of the study show that synthetice-fuels can be competitive, irrespective of their less favourable efficiencies across the entire energy chain.
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September 2019
Auto Tech Review
How Will E-Mobility Pave India's Path To Sustainability?
Mobility is perhaps one of the greatest gifts of industrial revolution.
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September 2019
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Embedded Safety, Security For Automotive Systems Development
The automotive industry is transitioning towards mobility that is set to turn connected and eventually autonomous and for such trends to turn into reality, safe performance of numerous electronic systems is of critical importance. The short intervals for development of new products and technologies have also added the burden of quicker turnaround times for developing features and models. The role of virtual validation in the advancement of next-generation automotive technologies is rapidly increasing, especially with the large amount of testing required for features like autonomous driving.
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September 2019
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Building Blocks Of Future Mobility
The megatrends of connected technologies, autonomous driving, shared mobility, electrified vehicles and digitalisation are leading to major disruptions across the globe, including India.
9 min |
September 2019
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Driving Into The Future
The concepts and technology demonstrators of yesteryears are starting to become a reality with consumers.
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September 2019
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Capitalising On Simulation For Automotive Efficiencies
In a world where automotive systems are turning more complex along with shortening product-to-market cycle, simulation is increasingly becoming a crucial part of the automotive sector as demand for newer models continues to gain traction among people looking for comfort-oriented mobility.
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September 2019
Auto Tech Review
Challenges In The Digital Transformation Of Automotive Industry
The transformation in the automotive industry will turn out to be more comprehensive than it was thought. The fields of mobility services and connected services will have a huge influence on future business – alongside electric mobility and automated driving. Mastering the required digitisation technology will be just one challenge, but it will be even more important to motivate all employees of an OEM to embrace progress, as an industry expert from IBM with many years of experience explains.
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September 2019
Auto Tech Review
48 V Fully Electric Systems – Mobility In Urban Areas
48 V systems offer more power with simultaneously reduced CO2 emissions. From a cost perspective, they are also much cheaper than high-voltage solutions. According to Valeo, the 48 V technology offers more opportunities than just hybridisation. Thanks to its higher performance compared to the 12 V option, the 48 V technology is also able to support the electrification of certain components such as compressors and fans.
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September 2019
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“Not Here To Decide The Best Solution, But To Offer Customers Different Options”
Ashok Leyland is steadily gearing up to be part of the electric commercial vehicle journey and claims to be the only company in the world that offers a modular architecture with a variety of energy management options. Auto Tech Review met up with Karthick Athmanathan, Head – EV and E-Mobility Solutions, Ashok Leyland to understand how it is going to address the challenges of future mobility.
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September 2019
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Subex
Cybersecurity Solutions For Automotive Connectivity Demands.
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September 2019
Auto Tech Review
Quality Suspension Products Via Manufacturing Excellence
The future of mobility expected to witness major transformations in terms of powertrains, vehicle control and usage patterns, but certain components and systems will continue to be part of the vehicle irrespective of future changes. One such area is the vehicle’s suspension system. In a recent visit to Gabriel India Ltd, we learnt about the company’s focus on achieving manufacturing excellence for high quality suspension products for two- and three-wheelers.
7 min |
September 2019
Auto Tech Review
MPV Segment Gets Premium Push With Maruti Suzuki XL6
Notwithstanding the slowdown in the automotive sector in the last three quarters, manufacturers have continued to introduce new products. In fact, the last couple of months have seen the launch of two new brands in the Indian market as well, that of MG Motors and Kia Motors. August, in particular, has been an exciting month for the market with a slew of new product introductions. One of the latest models to hit the road is the Maruti Suzuki XL6, a premium MPV based on the company's older MPV, the Ertiga.
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September 2019
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MG Vs Nissan Vs Tata
Hector Locks - Horns With Kicks & Harrier.
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September 2019
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Last-Mile Mobility Imperative For Facilitating Electromobility
The government has shown intent on the adoption of electric vehicles (EV) in order to improve the level of emissions from the automotive industry as well as clean up the environment.
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September 2019
Auto Tech Review
Kia Seltos – As Mighty As Its Namesake
Named after Celtos – the son of Hercules, Kia’s first India offering has finally rolled off the production line. The Kia Seltos draws its name from the mythical Greek character as well as facets that modern day car buyers are looking out for – sporty and stylish. With the origins of this quirky moniker out of the way, we can safely tell you that the Kia Seltos should set the new benchmark for competition in this segment. The Seltos is a compact SUV that will contend in a rapidly growing market, led by the likes of the Hyundai Creta. We motored all around Goa in different variants of the Seltos, to bring out this review of the first product from the Kia’s stable in India.
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September 2019
Auto Tech Review
Hybridpack Drive – Modular Power Semicondcutor Solutions For EVS
For a fast and cost-efficient development of electric drivetrains, matching power modules for energy conversion and control in the main inverter are required. Infineon supplies new power modules, which enable inverter designs with powers ranging from 100 to 175 kW.
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September 2019
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Policy Measures Announced To Revive Auto Sales
The country’s automotive industry was in dire need of a policy boost from the government towards overcoming the prevailing slump in demand so that they can walk back the growth path.
2 min |
September 2019
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Want To Develop Deep Understanding In Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing & Sensor-Based Automation
In the face of rapid evolution of the automotive industry, Sachin Lawande, President and CEO, Visteon Corporation is on a mission to transform the company from being an industrial company to a technology company. Over the last few years, the company has exited many of its traditional business domains to focus on being the largest Tier 1 supplier in the fast-growing cockpit electronics segment. He says the journey is about halfway done, and Visteon will now focus on areas that will make it best in class.
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June 2017
Auto Tech Review
OEMs Explore Options For Optimised Ride And Handling
When we speak of two-wheeler technologies these days, more often than not, discussions are focused around engine development, electronics and suspension. Chassis – that bunch of steel tubes and/or aluminium plates –tends to get ignored. These days, when new bikes are launched, OEMs’ press releases are often filled with details of how engineers extracted every last bit of horsepower from the engine, details of every conceivable electronic rider aid and details of adjustable/active suspension. The chassis? Not so much. And yet, a bike’s chassis,even though it remains hidden under bodywork and lets the engine be the centrepiece in terms of style, remains one of the most important components of a two-wheeler. Chassis design and construction defines the way in which a bike rides and handles, and over the last many decades, OEMs have continued to experiment with various types of construction, all of which have their own positives. Here, we take a look at some of the more recent developments in two-wheeler chassis design.
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June 2017
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Goodyear | Investing In Future Technologies For Safe, Smart Commuting
Goodyear | Investing In Future Technologies For Safe, Smart Commuting
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March 2018
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Delux Bearings | Bullish About Tapping Into Passenger Car Segment
Delux Bearings | Bullish About Tapping Into Passenger Car Segment
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March 2018
Auto Tech Review
Bosch Limited Walking The Talk On Electromobility
On September 1, 2017, Peter Tyroller, Member, Board of Management, Bosch Group, responsible for Asia Pacific, projected electrification as a future growth area in India. The small-vehicle segments will drive the transition to mass electrification, as urban dwellers seek a simple and affordable alternative to conventional standards, he had said then. Five months since, the company has already taken significant steps in that direction.
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March 2018
Auto Tech Review
Biogenous Ethers – Production, Operation In A Diesel Engine
Biofuels from lignocellulose can significantly contribute to the greenhouse gas emissions reduction of the trans port sector. Oxygenated fuels like Di-n-butyl ether and oxymethylene ethers are among the most promising alter natives for diesel engines. The suitability of these compounds is investigated in a research project conducted at the Institute for Powertrains and Automotive Technology at Vienna University of Technology and the Institute of Chemical Engineering and Environmental Technology at Graz University of Technology. The fuels show CO2 saving potential by up to 70 % and remarkable soot reduction properties.
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May 2019
Auto Tech Review
Spicing Up The Sub-compact SUV Segment
Unlike some of the mid-to-high-end SUV segments, UV major Mahindra & Mahindra’s product introductions in the compact and sub-compact SUV segments haven’t had much of a bull run in the Indian market. The Quanto, introduced in 2012, failed to attract the desired market response, while its smallest product – the KUV100 – didn’t have too many admirers as well. The company needed to find a strategy to capture a sizeable chunk of this ever-growing segment, and turned to its subsidiary SsangYong Motor with the idea of bringing the highly successful Tivoli to India. Almost three months after its launch, the XUV300 – built on the Tivli X100 platform – has continued to excite customers with its strong credentials.
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May 2019
Auto Tech Review
How City Sensors Contribute To Understanding Traffic Conditions
Everyone tends to get frustrated getting stuck in traffic. As the global population increases, the time people spend in traffic jams also increases. Cities that were once built for small population sizes are now made to plan anew to adjust for more traffic jams. To cite an example, in 1982, it was estimated that people living in the US spent around 18 hr per year sitting in congestion. In 2015, US residents spent around 42 hr per year.
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May 2019
Auto Tech Review
India Is Well Placed To Take Advantage Of Decent Digital Literacy
Tata Motors’ ‘Turnaround 2.0’ programme has worked wonders for its commercial vehicle segment as it has delivered a robust sales performance on the back of a slew of new product launches across various segments. Auto Tech Review recently spoke to RT Wasan, Vice President, Sales & Marketing (Domestic Operations), Commercial Vehicle Business Unit, Tata Motors Ltd to know about how it is bracing up for the future.
7 min |
May 2019
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Mahle Adopting A Dual Strategy To Shape Future Of Mobility
Mahle India inaugurated the Mahle IT & Engineering Centre – its third IT and Shared Services Centre in the country – at its Pune facility in February 2019. Spanning across 55,000 sq ft, the Mahle IT & Engineering Centre has emerged as an integral part of the global Mahle R&D network and will be offering services for conventional as well as electrified powertrains.
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May 2019
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“Customer Acceptance Of BS VI Diesel Engines Will Determine Its Future”
Jeep will soon be introducing its BS VI-compliant diesel engines for India, beginning with the Compass Trailhawk variant. On the sidelines of the Jeep Compass Trailhawk media drive, Auto Tech Review caught up with Kevin Flynn, President & Managing Director, FCA India, to understand its perspective on the future of diesel engines, emission compliance technology and the way forward for the Jeep brand in India.
7 min |
July 2019
Auto Tech Review
Safety Assistance Systems To Lead Industry Into Autonomous Future
The future of mobility is being explained in different forms by manufacturers, consulting agencies and industry leaders, but they all revolve around the megatrends of connected, shared, electric and autonomous.
4 min |
July 2019
Auto Tech Review
From Safety Assistance To Visionary, Safety-Enhancing Mobility Concepts
Personal mobility of the future will be based on a combination of different transport modes, with autonomous vehicles playing a key role. Continental is engaged in development work on all forms of automated driving with the aim of proposing, developing and ultimately also industrialising its solutions.
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