What is so new about this forklift? Existing electric driveline components are extended by environmental sensors such as radar and camera systems. This technology supports drivers through rear-view monitoring of the vehicle, warning them of obstructions or pedestrians in the danger zone and providing interior local navigation. Automated operations are enabled by driveline elements, such… Continue reading “ZF Innovation Forklift” – an Electric Forklift Able to See, Think and Act
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ZF the System Supplier for Material Handling
New joint venture allows ZF supply turnkey solutions for material handling vehicles Collaboration with Chinese Anhui Heli Co., Ltd. strengthens ZF’s presence on the forklift market. The joint venture opens up ZF’s access to the world’s largest and fastest-growing lift truck market in China. Additionally, ZF completes its extensive product portfolio with new products and… Continue reading ZF the System Supplier for Material Handling
30 years of partnership in China: Audi and FAW start a model initiative
Audi and First Automotive Works (FAW) are celebrating the 30th anniversary of their partnership this Monday. The approximately 650 guests at the anniversary event at the FAW plant in Changchun include representatives of the province of Jilin, of partner FAW, and of the FAW-Volkswagen joint venture, as well as members of the boards of management… Continue reading 30 years of partnership in China: Audi and FAW start a model initiative
Volkswagen Brand reaches milestone of 30 million deliveries in China
Volkswagen Brand sets record in China, with 30 millionth delivery this November – a Touareg Stephan Wöllenstein: “This is a unique occasion, and a unique vote of confidence from all our Chinese customers over the years.” Volkswagen’s product offensive to continue with introduction of 5 new models in 2019 alone; NEV offering to double Volkswagen… Continue reading Volkswagen Brand reaches milestone of 30 million deliveries in China
Press release from Renault’s lead independent Director and committee chairs
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McLaren Automotive boss says PM May’s Brexit deal gives certainty
The UK is the largest export market for German car suppliers in Europe, with 18 percent of auto parts used in British factories coming from Germany — the home of industry giants Bosch, Continental and ZF Friedrichshafen. LONDON: The draft Brexit agreement between Britain and the European Union gives certainty to British business whilst no… Continue reading McLaren Automotive boss says PM May’s Brexit deal gives certainty
Nissan boss arrested over ‘misconduct’
Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn has been arrested over claims of financial misconduct, the carmaker has said. Mr Ghosn, a towering figure in the car industry, will be sacked from the Japanese firm after a board meeting on Thursday, its chief executive said. He has been accused of “significant acts of misconduct”, including under-reporting his pay… Continue reading Nissan boss arrested over ‘misconduct’
Lidar startup AEye raises $40M Series B led by the Taiwanese government’s investment firm
Lidar technology developer AEye will scale its operations globally through manufacturing partnerships after raising a $40 million Series B. The round was led by Taiwania Capital, the investment firm created and backed by Taiwan’s National Development Council, and included returning investors Kleiner Perkins, Intel Capital, Airbus Ventures, and Tychee Partners. This brings the California-based startup’s… Continue reading Lidar startup AEye raises $40M Series B led by the Taiwanese government’s investment firm
Lightfoot gets $4M to nudge more drivers to go smooth with a ‘Fitbit for cars’
UK car tech startup lightfoot, which sells a telematics system that gives real-time feedback to drivers combined with a rewards platform to further incentivize good driving, has picked up £3.2 million (~$4M) from London-based early-stage venture fund BGF. Former Dyson CEO, Martin McCourt, also contributed to the investment, and will join lightfoot’s board as a non-executive… Continue reading Lightfoot gets $4M to nudge more drivers to go smooth with a ‘Fitbit for cars’
Autonomous Car Firm Aurrigo Shares Successes From UK Autodrive Programme
The race to build a future of self-driving cars has ramped up, with multiple companies such as Jaguar Land Rover, Tesla, Toyota, and others joining in and UK private transport firm Addison Lee reporting last month that driverless cars will become a regular phenomenon by 2021. Sputnik spoke with Miles Garner, sales and marketing director at Aurrigo,… Continue reading Autonomous Car Firm Aurrigo Shares Successes From UK Autodrive Programme