Automotive
Auto Tech Review
Hyundai Elantra: Buoying-up the Executive Sedan Segment
The executive sedan (D) segment of the Indian car market is fairly small, and has never really been a happy hunting ground for any manufacturer but for the initial euphoria it generates among prospective customers. For some time now, the segment has been going steady at about 1,000 units of sale each month. hyundai Motor India though, is aiming to change that with the launch of their latest product, the sixth-generation Elantra. the company invited us over to Mahabalipuram recently to get a first-hand experience of the car. here’s what we found out.
4 min |
October 2016
Auto Tech Review
Decrypting Parallel Twin & V-twin Engines
With the demise of two-strokes due to increasingly strict emissions norms, almost all motorcycle engines these days are four-stroke units. however, they still come in multiple flavours, including the ever-popular single-cylinder mill that’s still going strong even after a century, and the more advanced twins, triples, fours and even six-cylinder engines, all of which are currently in production. here, we take a look at two of the more popular motorcycle engine formats – parallel twins and V-twins, examine their key differences, and take a look at the advantages and disadvantages they offer to the rider.
5 min |
October 2016
Auto Tech Review
Mobilising Economic Growth Through Two-Wheelers
Nilesh Kamat is a delivery boy at a leading food tech start-up in Mumbai and earns over ₹15,000 per month, plus additional perks. Not long ago, he was unemployed in a small town in Maharashtra but today is capable of supporting his family, back home. He credits this turn of fortune to his ability to be mobile in a city. Yes, one of the key enablers for him to land a job was his two-wheeler!
3 min |
June 2017
Auto Tech Review
Harmonising Vehicle Design Via Software Optimisation
Automotive manufacturing is evolving rapidly, with data-driven car design and flexible manufacturing processes being made feasible. Design prerequisites are changing and carmakers want maximum product differentiation in every segment they operate in. Earlier, external design was the only differentiating factor for a product. Now, with virtual prototyping and advanced simulation techniques, ubiquity can be eliminated from virtually every aspect of vehicle design. This has resulted in software solution providers partnering OEMs from the factory and assembly line stage, for process optimisation.
7 min |
June 2017
Auto Tech Review
New Maruti Suzuki Dzire Is Designed To Dominate
Even as the market for sub-4 m sedans seems to be flattening out a bit, OEMs are going the extra mile to spruce up their offerings in this segment in a bid to boost sales. The latest example is the Dzire, which has just received a comprehensive upgrade from Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL). Does it have the wherewithals to rule the charts all over again? We find out.
6 min |
June 2017
Auto Tech Review
Facilitating Carbon Footprint Through Design & Software
Lower carbon footprint of a vehicle is important for the industry, societal wellbeing and the government. Data shows that the planet has 1.2 bn vehicles on the road now and by 2035 it will touch 2 bn. Total new vehicle sales were 84 mn last year and will grow to about 130 mn per year by 2035. Out of these 98 % of vehicles are either powered by petrol or diesel. The number of XEVs will grow to about 12 % by 2035, besides the 40+ % start-stop hybrids.
2 min |
June 2017
Auto Tech Review
Dual Point Coupler - Flexible Glove Box Latching Solution
From conception to execution, automotive engineers are tasked with designing interior solutions that are not only functional, but can change directions with overall styling adjustments as well. With interior styling constantly evolving to keep up with the latest design trends in the automotive industry, it is essential for design engineers to anticipate and prepare for changes to interior applications throughout the design process.Nowhere is this more apparent than in the specifications of glove box latching applications. Southco, a global leader in engineered access hardware, explains the dual point coupler as a new solution.
3 min |
August 2016
Auto Tech Review
Precision Tooling Key for Vehicle Development
Auto makers today demand a high level of design dexterity and functional flexibility from component manufacturers. Aiding this are CNC machines, which help in creating parts for virtually an entire vehicle through an amalgamation of accuracy and cost efficiency. Companies today can precisely and efficiently produce components and pieces for their automotive products with these machines and also ensure error-free production as there is minimum application of human interface. Micromatic Machine Tools recently collaborated with Exxon Mobil as its lubricant partner for coolant management and operational lubrication. We get you the inside story.
5 min |
August 2016
Auto Tech Review
Beyond Abs: Safety Electronics for High-end Motorcycles
Today, anti-lock brakes (ABS) have finally started filtering down to smaller-capacity motorcycles and fitment may soon be made mandatory, by law, on all motorcycles above 125 cc, regardless of power output and performance. Then, there are solutions such as traction control and active/ semi-active suspensions that have found increased acceptance in two-wheelers globally. In this technology update, we track the evolution of some of these safety-critical electronics systems for high-end motorcycles.
10+ min |
September 2016
Auto Tech Review
Land Rover Discovery Sport Hse Luxury: Dynamic by Design
Unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September last year, the Land Rover Discovery Sport HSE Luxury is pretty much one of the most capable SUVs on the planet. Of course it is handsome and well-proportioned and comes with luxuriously appointed interiors, but that’s something you also get from a lot of competing vehicles from other high-end European car makers. What you don’t get elsewhere, however, is the Discovery Sport’s sheer off-road capability, which can pull you through almost any kind of terrain than you can imagine, and then some.
4 min |
September 2016
Auto Tech Review
Jaguar Xe - British Luxury Carves a Niche in the Segment
The last time Jaguar tried to compete in the luxury sedan segment with the X-Type, things didn't go down too well for the British company. Not only did the X-Type fail at giving the Germans any reason to even take notice, even Jaguar's own loyalists were a bit disappointed. But with the new XE, Jaguar is back with its second attempt to find a firm footing in the luxury segment. We find out if the XE is a serious contender.
4 min |
September 2016
Auto Tech Review
New Swift Set To Re-Energise Mid-Size Hatchback Segment
India’s leading passenger car company Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) has had a number of firsts to its name over the past three-and-half decades of operations in the country. A prominent one among these is its claim of creating the mid-size hatchback segment, which it entered with the launch of the first-generation Swift in May, 2005. The Swift was has maintained its status of one of the top-selling models for MSIL, as well as one of the highest-selling cars in the Indian automotive industry to date.
6 min |
February 2018
Auto Tech Review
Continental Enhancing Safety Portfolio With Local Production
Continental Automotive Components (India) Pvt Ltd, part of global giant Continental AG, is celebrating its 10th anniversary in India this year. Over the past decade, the company has established itself in the Indian market as a leading supplier of various components and sub-systems. In line with its growth, Continental recently inaugurated a new production line to manufacture circuit boards for electronic control units (ECUs) of two-wheeler and passenger car ABS and ESC, at its Bangalore Central Electronics Plant. These newly-added braking system components are part of the company’s Vehicle Dynamics (VED) business unit, which comes under the Chassis and Safety Division.
5 min |
February 2018
Auto Tech Review
Datsun Redi-go - Automated Solution For Convenience & Affordability
Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) gearboxes have gained immense popularity in India in recent years, and its use in affordable entry-level cars is more prevalent than before. AMTs make sense given the growing traffic congestion in cities. The fuel efficiency offered by an AMT is also more than what is offered by a manual gear box and are also fairly inexpensive to maintain as compared to advanced automatic gearbox technologies. With the new redi-GO AMT, Datsun India intends to ensure customers avail these advantages and offer a value proposition in a market, where this technology is being fast lapped up.
4 min |
February 2018
Auto Tech Review
HBM India | Focus On Mechanical, Electrical Engineering & Testing
Test and validation are crucial steps in the development of components, which eventually lead to the creation of reliable machines or vehicles.
3 min |
February 2018
Auto Tech Review
Spirent | Addressing Safety, Security Aspects Of V2X Technologies
Bangalore-based Spirent Communications offers a gamut of solutions for testing the transfer of information for various data communication-related technologies.
3 min |
February 2018
Auto Tech Review
Seg Automotive | Offering Cleaner, Electrified Mobility Solutions
Seg Automotive | Offering Cleaner, Electrified Mobility Solutions
3 min |
March 2018
Auto Tech Review
Sun Mobility | How It Aims To Change The Way People Commute
Sun Mobility | How It Aims To Change The Way People Commute
4 min |
March 2018
Auto Tech Review
Dassault Systemes | Focused Solutions For Future Industry Requirements
Dassault Systemes | Focused Solutions For Future Industry Requirements
3 min |
March 2018
Auto Tech Review
Paracoat Products | Innovations Around Driver Monitoring Systems
Paracoat Products | Innovations Around Driver Monitoring Systems
3 min |
March 2018
Auto Tech Review
Hitachi Automotive | New Products & Solutions To Drive Future Growth
Hitachi Automotive | New Products & Solutions To Drive Future Growth
3 min |
March 2018
Auto Tech Review
Importance Of Taking Robotics Automation To The Last Tier
Importance Of Taking Robotics Automation To The Last Tier
5 min |
March 2018
Auto Tech Review
Breeding Ground For Real-world Mobility & Energy Solutions
KPIT Technologies, the global technology provider of IT consulting and product engineering services, recently conducted the fourth edition of KPIT Sparkle 2018 – a national design and development innovation contest for engineering and science students. KPIT Sparkle is an initiative by the company’s Innovation Council, which focuses on the promotion of innovation within and outside the organisation. The Department of Science and Technology, Government of India served as the knowledge partner of this edition.
4 min |
March 2018
Auto Tech Review
Exploring Advances In Automobile Transmission Technologies
Exploring Advances In Automobile Transmission Technologies
5 min |
December 2017
Auto Tech Review
Lowering Emissions Through Sustainable Diesel Technology
Diesel has been a preferred fuel option for vehicles for decades, owing to its frugal credentials and easy availability across the globe. However, it is also associated with several ill-effects, on health and environment. To address this predicament, Mumbai-based My Eco Energy (MEE) has introduced Indizel, a BS VI-grade emission norms compliant diesel.
6 min |
December 2017
Auto Tech Review
Strengthening Pillars For Automobile Transport In 2030
Strengthening Pillars For Automobile Transport In 2030
5 min |
January 2018
Auto Tech Review
'Advent Of Electric Vehicles To Significantly Boost Led Adoption'
The LED lighting market is expected to get a major boost with the growth of electric vehicles by 2020 and one company, which intends to reap early benefits and further strengthen its dominance as a result of this, is Lumax Industries. Auto Tech Review spoke to Deepak Jain, Managing Director, Lumax Industries, to understand the nuances of this fast-evolving technology and how the Indian automobile industry will see a paradigm shift in the years to come.
7 min |
January 2018
Auto Tech Review
Changing Mobility Through Technology Vision
Changing Mobility Through Technology Vision
2 min |
January 2018
Auto Tech Review
Developing Products That Offer Market Differentiation
MAN Trucks India Pvt Ltd (MTIPL) started operations in India in 2006 as a joint venture and in 2012 the company became a 100 % subsidiary of MAN Truck & Bus AG (Germany). The company manufactures heavy MAN CLA trucks for the Indian market and exports vehicles to Asia, Africa, CIS and the SAARC countries. We recently had the opportunity to visit the Pithampur production unit of the company to understand the truck-making business of MAN in India and also gain perspective about its future roadmap. Joerg Mommertz, Chairman & Managing Director, MAN Trucks India Pvt Ltd, showed us around the plant and explained the production process.
5 min |
January 2018
Auto Tech Review
WABCO - Develops ADB, AMT As Cost-Effective Solutions
WABCO - Develops ADB, AMT As Cost-Effective Solutions
4 min |