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Ford Acquires Quantum Signal: Here’s How It Advances Self-Driving Vehicle Development

By Randy Visintainer, Chief Technical Officer, Ford Autonomous Vehicles, LLC Since its founding in 1999, a small company in Saline, Michigan has worked on the cutting edge of mobile robotics for numerous clients, including the military. Although not widely known to the public, Quantum Signal helped the military develop software that allowed it to remotely… Continue reading Ford Acquires Quantum Signal: Here’s How It Advances Self-Driving Vehicle Development

All-New Lincoln Aviator Takes on Bumps, Dips, Turning Every Trip into a Refined Journey

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All-New Lincoln Aviator Takes on Bumps, Dips, Turning Every Trip into a Refined Journey

Intuitive technologies in Aviator all work together to handle virtually all of the unexpected conditions today’s roads can dish out.

All-new Lincoln Aviator introduces advanced suspension system that pairs pothole mitigation and Lincoln-first road preview technology to deliver a smooth, refined ride
Lincoln-first Adaptive Suspension with Road Preview uses a forward-facing camera to see upcoming bumps in the road, then automatically adjusts settings faster than a blink of an eye to mitigate the unpleasant impact; available Air Glide Suspension further enhances Aviator’s gliding ride

These advanced technologies work together to seamlessly handle any given road surface, providing clients with a smooth, gliding ride

DEARBORN, Mich., July 22, 2019 – Road trips and every day driving can easily turn into a tiring journey, especially when the roads g..

07/30/2019Changes to the MAHLE Management Board

Changes to the MAHLE Management Board

Stuttgart/Germany, July 30, 2019 – The MAHLE Group is adding a new business unit for electronics and mechatronics, thereby further developing its strategic orientation toward alternative powertrain technologies. Corresponding changes to the MAHLE Management Board will be effective as of January 1, 2020.

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Press release [PDF; 50 KB]Press picture [JPG; 1664 KB]CV Martin Weidlich [PDF; 31 KB] New business unit for electronics and mechatronicsStrategic orientation toward new powertrain technologiesWilhelm Emperhoff to take on new business unitMartin Weidlich to join the MAHLE Management Board“In taking this step, we’re actively reinforcing our innovative strength in the field of alternative drives,” says Prof. Dr. Heinz K. Junker, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of MAHLE GmbH. MAHLE has concentrated all its electrics and electronics activities in its Mechatronics division, which has grown significantly in the last few years. “By transferring these activities into a business unit and combining it with the product areas of compressors and pumps for strategic purposes, we are focusing all our efforts on further growth and the ongoing development of our product portfolio for the mobility of the future,” adds Dr. Jörg Stratmann, CEO of the MAHLE Group.
Wilhelm Emperhoff (57), who is currently responsible for the Filtration and Engine Peripherals business unit, the Mechatronics division, and the Pumps profit center on the Management Board, has been appointed as head of the new business unit. In the future, this segment will include the present Mechatronics division, the Compressors profit center, and the Pumps profit center.
Martin Weidlich (48) was appointed by the Supervisory Board to succeed Wilhelm Emperhoff as the head of the Filtration and Engine Peripherals business unit and as a new Member of the MAHLE Management Board. Both of these personnel changes will be effective as of January 1, 2020.
Wilhelm EmperhoffWilhelm Emperhoff, born on October 26, 1961, in Regensburg/Germany, graduated as an electronic engineer from Regensburg University of Applied Sciences in 1987. From 1989, he worked in various roles at Siemens Automotive before moving to Continental AG in 2007 to become Executive Vice President of the Gasoline Systems business unit. He served as the Chief Executive Officer of Behr-Hella Thermocontrol GmbH between 2009 and 2012, and has been a Member of the MAHLE Management Board since October 2012.
Martin WeidlichMartin Weidlich was born in Cologne/Germany on March 5, 1971. Weidlich is a graduate industrial engineer (Dipl.-Wirt.-Ing., FH) and began his career at the Ford Motor Company in 1991. In January 2001, he moved to Getrag Magna Powertrain (formerly Getrag) where he held numerous positions, ultimately acting as Vice President Research & Development and Director Core Engineering from 2010 to 2013. Martin Weidlich joined Benteler Automobiltechnik in January 2014, and is currently the company’s Executive Vice President Western Europe.
About MAHLEMAHLE is a leading international development partner and supplier to the automotive industry as well as a pioneer for the mobility of the future. 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 worldwide introduction of e-mobility. The group’s product portfolio addresses all the crucial issues relating to the powertrain and air conditioning technology—both for drives with combustion engines and for e-mobility. MAHLE products are fitted in at least every second vehicle worldwide. Components and systems from MAHLE are also used off the road—in stationary applications, for mobile machinery, rail transport, as well as marine applications.
In 2018, the group generated sales of approximately EUR 12.6 billion with more than 79,000 employees and is represented in over 30 countries with 160 production locations. At 16 major research and development centers in Germany, Great Britain, Luxembourg, Spain, Slovenia, the USA, Brazil, Japan, China, and India, more than 6,100 development engineers and technicians are working on innovative solutions for the mobility of the future.
For further information, contact:MAHLE GmbH
Ruben Danisch
Corporate Communications/Public Relations
Pragstraße 26–46
70376 Stuttgart/Germany
Phone: +49 711 501-12199
ruben.danisch@mahle.com

ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS RETURNS TO ANDALUSIAN COAST

Today, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars arrives in the chicest enclaves of the Andalusian coast to once again serve a gentle presence to patrons of luxury at play. Working with an exclusive selection of partners across the region, the marque will present highly Bespoke motor cars and experiences in locations entirely befitting the brand. La Reserva, SotograndeThroughout… Continue reading ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS RETURNS TO ANDALUSIAN COAST

Via and Trinity Metro Launch ZIPZONE, Connecting Fort Worth Residents to Public Transit

Published July 22, 2019 3:26 pm, Via NYC
Via and Trinity Metro Launch ZIPZONE, Connecting Fort Worth Residents to Public Transit
The new first- and last-mile service will support connections to the Mercantile Center Station

July 22, 2019 (FORT WORTH, TX) — Via, the world’s leading provider and developer of on-demand public mobility solutions, today announced a new public transportation deployment in partnership with Trinity Metro, a leading Texas public transit provider. Called Mercantile ZIPZONE, the new on-demand shared transit network brings TEXRail and bus commuters first- and last-mile connections to the Mercantile Center Station.

ZIPZONE marks Via’s third on-demand public transportation deployment in Texas, joining successful shared transit deployments in the neighboring cities of Arlington and Austin. More than 175,000 trips have been taken with Via’s Arlington service since the city’s pilot program launched in December 2017, earning a 97 percent approval rating from users.

“We are thrilled to partner with the innovative team at Trinity Metro to bring Via’s technology to Fort Worth,” said Daniel Ramot, co-founder and CEO of Via. “The new ZIPZONE service a great example of how public transportation and technology can work together to make a city smarter, building on key learnings from our successful neighboring mobility deployments in Arlington and Austin. Residents just north of Fort Worth now have a comfortable, convenient, and affordable way to move around. This is truly a great example of a city embracing the future of mobility.”

Using the Trinity Metro ZIPZONE app, riders are able to hail a shuttle directly from their smartphone. Via’s advanced algorithms will enable multiple riders to seamlessly share the vehicle. The powerful technology will direct passengers to a nearby virtual bus stop within a short walking distance for pick up and drop off, allowing for quick and efficient shared trips without lengthy detours, or inconvenient fixed routes and schedules.

ZIPZONE will operate 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. There will be no charge to use the service at launch. After the free period, rides will vary $1 to $3.

“Mercantile ZIPZONE expands the range of options offered by Trinity Metro to ease the burden of commuters who want and need to connect to this live, work and play destination,” said Wayne Gensler, Trinity Metro vice president and chief operating officer for bus and paratransit. “We are proud to work with the City of Fort Worth while we look at innovative ways to solve the first mile-last mile challenges in our area.

The project will operate in partnership with Avis Budget Group, who will provide the vehicles, as well as turnkey fleet management services, including maintaining the vehicles to ensure they are ready to hit the road.

Commuters in Fort Worth can use the new ZIPZONE service by downloading the Trinity Metro ZIPZONE smartphone app powered by Via, available on iOS and Android. Users can book rides between the Mercantile Center Station and anywhere within Mercantile ZIPZONE boundaries.

Via has been tapped by cities and transportation players around the world to help re-engineer public transit from a regulated system of rigid routes and schedules to a fully dynamic, on-demand network. Via now has more than 80 launched and pending deployments in nearly 20 countries, providing more than 60 million rides to date. To learn more about Via, visit www.platform.ridewithvia.com.

About Via
Via is re-engineering public transit, from a regulated system of rigid routes and schedules to a fully dynamic, on-demand network. Via’s mobile app connects multiple passengers who are headed the same way, allowing riders to seamlessly share a premium vehicle. First launched in New York City in September 2013, the Via platform operates in the United States and in Europe through its joint venture with Mercedes-Benz Vans, ViaVan. Via’s technology is also deployed worldwide through dozens of partner projects with public transportation agencies, private transit operators, taxi fleets, private companies, and universities, seamlessly integrating with public transit infrastructure to power cutting-edge on-demand mobility. For more information, visit www.platform.ridewithvia.com.

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Subaru Corporation Announces Production, Japan Sales and Export Resultsfor June 2019 and 1st Half of CY2019 (Flash Report)

July 30, 2019

Subaru Corporation Announces Production, Japan Sales and Export Results
for June 2019 and 1st Half of CY2019 (Flash Report)

[ June 2019 ]

June 2019

Units
2019 vs 2018

Domestic production *1

55,616

+3.4%
2nd consecutive month of increase

Overseas Production *2

26,492

-6.7%
First decrease in 12 months

Global Production Total

82,108

-0.1%
First decrease in 3 months

Passenger Vehicles
9,745
-1.2%
First decrease in 3 months

Mini Vehicles
2,148
-7.6%
7th consecutive month of decrease

Japan Sales Total
11,893
-2.4%
First decrease in 3 months

Export Total *3

50,114

26.7%
2nd consecutive month of increase

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Domestic production increased due to a significant increase in Forester production which offset an impact of changes in plant operation schedules continuing since November 2018.

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Overseas production decreased as production of the Legacy and Outback declined before the launch of their fully-redesigned models.

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Passenger vehicle sales decreased as sales of the Levorg declined before the launch of its new model, offsetting strong sales of the Forester and Subaru XV.

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Mini vehicle sales decreased as sales of the Pleo and other models declined.

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Exports from Japan increased as shipments of the Crosstrek* and Forester to the U.S. increased. (* Subaru XV in markets outside North America)

[ January – June 2019 ]

January – June 2019

Units
2019 vs 2018

Domestic production *1

285,907

-11.7%
3rd consecutive year of decrease

Overseas Production *2

202,850

+16.0%
First increase in 2 years

Global Production Total

488,757

-2.0%
2nd consecutive year of decrease

Passenger Vehicles
56,118
-7.1%
2nd consecutive year of decrease

Mini Vehicles
13,212
-18.3%
2nd consecutive year of decrease

Japan Sales Total
69,330
-9.5%
2nd consecutive year of decrease

Export Total *3

227,488

-12.4%
3rd consecutive year of decrease

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Domestic production decreased because of production halt from January 16 through January 26 due to a defect in the Electric Power Steering unit as well as changes in plant operation schedules.

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Overseas production increased boosted by production of Ascent which started in May 2018.

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Passenger vehicle sales decreased as sales of the Impreza and Levorg declined offsetting strong sales of the fully-redesigned Forester.

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Mini vehicle sales decreased as sales of the Pleo and other models declined.

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Exports from Japan decreased due to a decrease in domestic production.

*1 JAMA (Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association Inc.) report basis (CBU)
*2 Local line-off basis
*3 JAMA report basis

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Subaru Begins Production of All-New Legacy and Outback Models in the U.S.

July 30, 2019

Subaru Begins Production of All-New Legacy and Outback Models in the U.S.

Tokyo, July 30, 2019 – Subaru Corporation has begun production of the all-new 2020 Legacy sedan and the all-new 2020 Outback crossover SUV at its U.S. plant, Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. (SIA).
On July 29, in Lafayette, Indiana, each model was driven off the SIA assembly line during a line-off ceremony.

The Legacy and Outback models, since their debut in 1989 and 1995, respectively, have long led Subaru’s growth in North America. The seventh-generation Legacy and the sixth-generation Outback, developed as Subaru’s iconic, flagship models to achieve the brand’s sustainable growth in North America, offer enhanced dynamics from the Subaru Global Platform and greater peace of mind with the available DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System*.

The U.S.-made, all-new 2020 Subaru Legacy and Outback will go on sale in the U.S. and Canada this fall.
Since beginning production in 1989, SIA has produced over 4 million Subaru vehicles to date, with Legacy and Outback models totaling 1.24 million and 2.35 million units, respectively.

* The system is called the “Driver Monitoring System” in markets outside North America.

Address:
5500 State Road 38 East, Lafayette, Indiana

Established:
March 17, 1987

Start of production:
September 11, 1989

Capital:
US$794 million

Representative:
Eiji Ogino, President and CEO (Senior Vice President of Subaru Corporation)

Number of associates:　
6,108 (as of end of June 2019)

Models produced:
Legacy, Outback, Impreza, and Ascent

Vehicles shipped to:
U.S. and Canada

All-new 2020 Legacy (U.S. model)
All-new 2020 Outback (U.S. model)

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