PARIS, France (July 16, 2018) – A new NissanConnect infotainment system with enhanced functionality is now available on the Nissan Micra supermini hatchback. The benefit for customers is seamless and intuitive connectivity. Offering both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, the new NissanConnect system allows users to plan a route before they leave their… Continue reading New NissanConnect enhances customer infotainment experience in Micra
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Valeo relies on “light” electrification of cars
In recent months, a silent revolution is under way on the Côte d’Opale. Here, in Etaples, close to the seaside resort of Le Touquet (Pas-de-Calais), since March Valeo has produced 48-volt starter-alternators, in addition to its 12-volt classics. Seen from afar, the difference is barely perceptible: the craft is just bigger than its cousin. But… Continue reading Valeo relies on “light” electrification of cars
Daimler & Xilinx for AI in the car
The German car maker and the US company Xilinx cooperate for the artificial intelligence in the car. The gradual approach to the autonomous driving qua assistance systems takes place creeping. By means of Artificial intelligence you can go faster ways, because this is capable of learning. Therefore, some startups, like Wayve, such a success. Sensors… Continue reading Daimler & Xilinx for AI in the car
Chelsea Truck Company: The car firm made in Chelsea
The King’s Road in west London is overrun with fearsomely expensive boutiques and exclusive restaurants. It has long been the epicentre of London’s fashion elite, a sort of elongated headquarters for the city’s trendsetters. It is a haven for supercar spotters too. Lamborghini Huracáns are part of the furniture along here. But for all of… Continue reading Chelsea Truck Company: The car firm made in Chelsea
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Adaptive speed systems could minimize congestion | Ford & Vanderbilt
In cooperation between the manufacturer Ford and the Vanderbilt University, a study was carried out on the topic of congestion minimization. In collaboration with Vanderbilt University and ford they saw the onslaught of US Independence Day vehicles on July 4 and decided to investigate. It is concluded that Adaptive Velocity Systems (ACC) could greatly contribute… Continue reading Adaptive speed systems could minimize congestion | Ford & Vanderbilt
[Dieselgate] Berlin confirms investigation of Opel emissions
The newspaper Bild reported in its Sunday edition of July 15 that the supervisory authority of the German automotive sector, the KBA, would hold reliable evidence that the exhaust management system of some diesel models Opel starts to run. stopping while driving. It provides for a hearing on polluting technologies used by three Opel models,… Continue reading [Dieselgate] Berlin confirms investigation of Opel emissions
Dieselgate: Opel in the sights of the German authorities
bleached by the French authorities Opel is not yet fully out of business in the scandal of diesel engines rigged. The German Ministry of Transport (KBA) announced on Saturday that the car manufacturer, a subsidiary of PSA, was under investigation. According to the Bild daily, the KBA informed Opel “this week” of its suspicions and… Continue reading Dieselgate: Opel in the sights of the German authorities
‘Zero’ chance of Renault taking over Nissan, Mitsubishi: Carlos Ghosn
Renault SA absorbing Nissan Motor Co. and Mitsubishi Motors Corp is not an option as the carmakers look to strengthen their partnership while retaining their autonomy, alliance chairman Carlos Ghosn said on Friday. “Anybody who will ask Nissan and Mitsubishi to become wholly owned subsidiaries of Renault has zero chance of getting a result,” Ghosn… Continue reading ‘Zero’ chance of Renault taking over Nissan, Mitsubishi: Carlos Ghosn
Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn takes auto industry challenges in his stride
With the 2018 World Cup in full swing, Carlos Ghosn, chairman of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, has plenty to be optimistic about. Born in Brazil’s tin mining town of Porto Velho, raised in Lebanon and schooled in France, and as boss of a Franco-Japanese auto conglomerate headquartered in the Netherlands, he has a number of teams… Continue reading Renault CEO Carlos Ghosn takes auto industry challenges in his stride