Category: Official Press Release

Hyundai Mobis developed a foldable steering system

The Hyundai Mobis foldable steering system features a steering wheel that can move forwards and backward up to 25cm. The development of the technology approximately took two years for completion as it is a wholly new technology that has never been globally commercialized before, with the company currently filing patents globally. To develop this system,… Continue reading Hyundai Mobis developed a foldable steering system

Stellantis Reinstates Domestic Partner Benefits for Non-bargaining Unit U.S. Employees

Stellantis today announced its decision to reinstate domestic partner benefits for all eligible employees, effective January 1, 2022. The new benefit applies to all eligible non-bargaining unit U.S. employees despite their partner status (same- and opposite-sex), and aligns with the company’s legacy as a corporate leader providing domestic partner benefits for same-sex couples in 2000.… Continue reading Stellantis Reinstates Domestic Partner Benefits for Non-bargaining Unit U.S. Employees

Toyota Research Institute Announces Machine Learning Advances at the International Conference on Computer Vision

Over the last six years, TRI’s researchers have made significant strides in robotics, automated driving and materials science in large part due to machine learning — the application of computer algorithms that constantly improve with experience and data. “Machine learning is the foundation of our research,” said Dr. Gill Pratt, CEO of TRI. “We are… Continue reading Toyota Research Institute Announces Machine Learning Advances at the International Conference on Computer Vision

@BMW: Sheer Driving Pleasure gets an update: New Remote Software Upgrade for around two million BMW vehicles worldwide.001520

Munich. BMW Remote Software Upgrades deliver comprehensive improvements to key vehicle functions, bring the latest digital products into the vehicle over the air and ensure software is always up to date. The BMW Group is offering its third over-the-air upgrade this year – this time for around two million BMW vehicles worldwide. By the end… Continue reading @BMW: Sheer Driving Pleasure gets an update: New Remote Software Upgrade for around two million BMW vehicles worldwide.001520

@BMW: Change of leadership at the top of BMW M GmbH.001519

Munich. With effect from 1 November, Franciscus van Meel will assume the position as chairman of the board of BMW M GmbH. He succeeds Markus Flasch, who, after three years at the helm of the BMW Group subsidiary responsible for particularly sporty automobiles, will be changing to the Overall Vehicle Development division. Flasch will assume… Continue reading @BMW: Change of leadership at the top of BMW M GmbH.001519

@Honda: HONDA SHOWCASES AUTOMATED DRIVING TECHNOLOGY AT ITS WORLD CONGRESS 2021

Honda’s autonomous vehicles and technology will be showcased at ITS World Congress starting on October 11 Honda a member of L3Pilot, Europe’s first comprehensive test of automated driving on public roads Four Honda automated drive (AD) research vehicles have covered 25,900km in Germany SAE Level 3 and 4 self-driving functions tested on ordinary roads across… Continue reading @Honda: HONDA SHOWCASES AUTOMATED DRIVING TECHNOLOGY AT ITS WORLD CONGRESS 2021

@GM: GM and the Black Automotive Media Group Formalize Multimedia Internships for Clark Atlanta University Students

GM and the Black Automotive Media Group Formalize Multimedia Internships for Clark Atlanta University Students 2021-10-08 A unique partnership has been created for the Department of Mass Media Arts students, a Division of Communication Arts at Clark Atlanta University interested in covering the automobile industry. Dubbed The Driving Force (TDF), founding members of the Black… Continue reading @GM: GM and the Black Automotive Media Group Formalize Multimedia Internships for Clark Atlanta University Students

@GM: GM Defense Announces JD Johnson as New Vice President, Business Development

GM Defense Announces JD Johnson as New Vice President, Business Development 2021-10-07 WASHINGTON, D.C. — GM Defense LLC, a subsidiary of General Motors, today announced that Lieutenant General (Retired) John “JD” Johnson has joined the company’s growing leadership team as vice president of Business Development. Johnson will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities among military… Continue reading @GM: GM Defense Announces JD Johnson as New Vice President, Business Development