Magna’s 48 Volt hybrid transmission hit the market on the Jeep Renegade, Compass e-Hybrid, Fiat 500 X and Tipo, the first models from Stellantis to be equipped with a 48-Volt hybrid system. The two companies have signed a multi-program agreement. Hybrid technologies are an important step on the path to lower emissions. Magna’s hybrid transmission… Continue reading Magna’s 48 Volt hybrid transmission goes into production with Stellantis
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BorgWarner to supply electric motors for e-axles of European CV maker
BorgWarner’s HVH250 electric motor has been selected to power a European customer’s e-axle for light-duty commercial trucks. This e-axle is designed to equip new electric light commercial trucks ranging up to 7.5 tons as well as conversions of existing internal combustion engine powered fleets of city center delivery vehicles. Production is expected to begin early… Continue reading BorgWarner to supply electric motors for e-axles of European CV maker
Autoliv and Geely to develop advanced safety tech for future vehicles
Autoliv China, a subsidiary of the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, Autoliv, and Geely Auto Group, a leading global automobile manufacturer, have entered a strategic cooperation agreement to develop advanced safety technology for future vehicles. The collaboration includes a system approach to automotive safety and will cover 16 technologies. The objective is to develop… Continue reading Autoliv and Geely to develop advanced safety tech for future vehicles
ZF to carve out passive safety systems division as independent unit
ZF has decided to carve out its Passive Safety Systems Division and set it up independently by the end of 2023. This decision is intended to open up new strategic options for action for the occupant protection systems business and is the result of a continuous review of the ZF portfolio. In the course of… Continue reading ZF to carve out passive safety systems division as independent unit
Ferrari 499P is 670bhp racer built to attack Le Mans
The six-cylinder engine, a load-bearing element in the 499P, is based on the architecture of the unit in the 296 GT3, which was also on show at Imola as the racing evolution of the 296 GTB road car. “Of course, each part is developed and it is completely different to the engine of the street… Continue reading Ferrari 499P is 670bhp racer built to attack Le Mans
GM pulls paid ads from Twitter after Elon Musk takes over social media platform
General Motors announced late Friday it is suspending its paid advertising on Twitter, shortly after Elon Musk, the co-founder and CEO of Tesla, took control of the social media platform. It was unclear how long the move would last or what it would cost Twitter, but in a statement to the Free Press, the automaker… Continue reading GM pulls paid ads from Twitter after Elon Musk takes over social media platform
Rivian’s new Pet Comfort mode keeps dogs, cats cool in vehicles
The best new thing in the world today comes from electric vehicle maker Rivian, which has added a feature to keep pets safe and comfortable when left for a short time in its R1T pickup and R1S SUV. The Pet Comfort setting allows owners to keep dogs or cats safe and cool when left in… Continue reading Rivian’s new Pet Comfort mode keeps dogs, cats cool in vehicles
Derek and Hannah Jeter sign multiyear deal with Jeep to promote Grand Wagoneer SUV
Derek Jeter will star with his wife, fashion model and television host Hannah Jeter, in the Grand Wagoneer’s new “Eyes Wide Open” campaign as part of a long-term partnership. Jeep DETROIT — New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter and his wife, Hannah Jeter, have agreed to a multiyear deal with Jeep to promote the company’s… Continue reading Derek and Hannah Jeter sign multiyear deal with Jeep to promote Grand Wagoneer SUV
Payne: RIP for ’23 — These vehicles are headed for the automotive graveyard
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Derek Jeter, wife appear in Grand Wagoneer ad campaign
Kalamazoo-raised baseball star Derek Jeter and his wife, Hannah, have signed a multi-year ad campaign to promote the Grand Wagoneer full-size SUV from the Jeep team. Details of the partnership stretching from television to social media to future print extensions weren’t disclosed. A 60-second spot launched the “Eyes Wide Open” campaign Friday night during the… Continue reading Derek Jeter, wife appear in Grand Wagoneer ad campaign