Updating the Automotive Future: ZF joins eSync Alliance

As vehicles are being prepared for the digitalized future, outfitted with sophisticated, automated features with autonomous functions looming on the horizon, up-to-date software is crucial in ensuring road safety, cybersecurity and efficiency. However, returning vehicles to a manufacturer’s dealership or a repair shop to install the newest software is cumbersome and costly, especially for fleet… Continue reading Updating the Automotive Future: ZF joins eSync Alliance

BRIEF-Fiat Chrysler sees double digit profit margins in Latam by 2022

April 26 (Reuters) – Fiat Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne says: * LATAM REGION PROFIT MARGINS COULD GET TO DOUBLE DIGITS BY 2022 * DEALING WITH EMEA REGION BIGGEST CHALLENGE FOR NEW BUSINESS PLAN, WILL BE SINGLE BIGGEST DRIVER FOR REPOSITIONING OF GROUP Further company coverage: (Reporting by Milan newsroom) Go to Source Go to Source

Visteon Announces First-Quarter 2018 Results

View the first-quarter 2018 financial summary infographic Visteon Announces First-Quarter 2018 Results Delivered solid financial performance Sales of $814 million Net income of $65 million Adjusted EBITDA of $104 million Net cash generated from operating activities of $81 million Adjusted free cash flow of $48 million Awarded $1.6 billion in new business Multiple SmartCore™ awards… Continue reading Visteon Announces First-Quarter 2018 Results

Opel Grandland X Debut for New 1.5-Litre Diesel Engine

Opel Grandland X Debut for New 1.5-Litre Diesel Engine 2018-04-26 Powerful: New 1.5 Diesel with 96 kW/130 hp Ahead of schedule: New 1.5-litre diesel already meets future Euro 6d-TEMP standard Optimum after-treatment: NOx adsorber plus Selective Catalytic Reduction Lower fuel consumption: Up to four percent more efficient than predecessor Eight-speed: Low friction automatic gearbox for… Continue reading Opel Grandland X Debut for New 1.5-Litre Diesel Engine

Continental Expands Automated Driving Tests on the Autobahn

The technology company Continental is expanding its global test drives for highly and fully automated driving – in Lower Saxony as well. The focus of development remains the production readiness of highly automated driving Tests on the autobahn are rounded off with system tests in an urban setting Hanover, April 26, 2018. The technology company… Continue reading Continental Expands Automated Driving Tests on the Autobahn

Lear Reports Record First Quarter 2018 Results and Increases Full Year Financial Outlook

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a leading global supplier of automotive seating and electrical systems, today reported record results for the first quarter 2018.  Highlights include: Record sales of $5.7 billion, up 15% from a year ago Record net income of $353.7 million and record adjusted net income of $344.5… Continue reading Lear Reports Record First Quarter 2018 Results and Increases Full Year Financial Outlook

TOYOTA Connected Europe to bring advanced mobility services to the European market

TOYOTA Connected (TC) is expanding the global reach of its technology-driven mobility solutions with the launch of TOYOTA Connected Europe (TCEU). The new start-up company, based in London, will support the growing adoption of new mobility businesses in Europe with products and services tailored to the unique needs of the market. TOYOTA Connected North America’s… Continue reading TOYOTA Connected Europe to bring advanced mobility services to the European market