Mercedes-Benz and Bosch start San José pilot project for automated ride-hailing service

Mercedes-Benz, Bosch, San José – partners for the future of mobilityIn mid-2017, San José was the first U.S. city to invite private companies to carry out field tests of automated driving and analyze the growing challenges in road traffic. Especially in congested city traffic, self-driving cars’ permanent 360-degree surround sensing can potentially enhance safety, and… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz and Bosch start San José pilot project for automated ride-hailing service

BlackBerry QNX Hypervisor Awarded World’s First Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) ‘D’ Certification

TüV Rheinland Certifies the QNX ® Hypervisor 2.0 for Safety with ISO 26262 Functional Safety Integrity Level (ASIL D) WATERLOO, Canada and COLOGNE, Germany, Dec. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) today announced that its QNX Hypervisor 2.0 for Safety has been recognized as ISO 26262 ASIL D compliant by the independent auditors at TÜV Rheinland,… Continue reading BlackBerry QNX Hypervisor Awarded World’s First Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) ‘D’ Certification

Vitesco Technologies presents affordable hybrid transmission solution

Vitesco Technologies, the powertrain business area of Continental, presented a cost-effective and compact hybrid transmission solution with integrated electric machines, designed for use in applications such as plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). In a further step-up to their systematic electrification strategy, it is now using its powertrain electrification expertise to make affordable hybrid vehicles a… Continue reading Vitesco Technologies presents affordable hybrid transmission solution

Garrett Motion Files Lawsuit Against Honeywell Over Unusual Asbestos Indemnity

ROLLE, Switzerland–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Garrett Motion Inc. (NYSE: GTX) today filed a lawsuit in the Supreme Court of the State of New York against Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE: HON), related entities and certain affiliated officers and directors. The lawsuit follows Garrett’s unsuccessful efforts to reach a negotiated solution with Honeywell’s executive team to avoid litigation. The… Continue reading Garrett Motion Files Lawsuit Against Honeywell Over Unusual Asbestos Indemnity

Press: ZF Introduces Condition Monitoring Technology for Thruster Systems in Ships

New Orleans. A global specialist for marine propulsion systems, ZF has introduced an intelligent Condition Monitoring System for thrusters. The technology monitors the status of the thruster system and helps shipyards, shipping companies and fleet operators maintain the safety and efficiency of their ships as well as extend the service life of the propulsion system.… Continue reading Press: ZF Introduces Condition Monitoring Technology for Thruster Systems in Ships

BorgWarner Expands High Voltage Hairpin Electric Motor Series, Introduces HVH 146

– Features precision-formed wiring method to enable higher efficiency and power density AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — BorgWarner is expanding its electric motor offerings with the introduction of its new High Voltage Hairpin (HVH) 146 motor, which is expected to go into production on a light-duty hybrid passenger car with a major OEM… Continue reading BorgWarner Expands High Voltage Hairpin Electric Motor Series, Introduces HVH 146

@Tata-JLR: INMOTION VENTURES INVESTS IN APEX.AI ALONGSIDE VOLVO GROUP VENTURE CAPITAL AND HELLA VENTURES

For more information about Destination Zero please visit www.jaguarlandrover.com. About InMotion At InMotion, we are shaping the future of transport, mobility and travel. Powered by Jaguar Land Rover, we’re dedicated to investing in and inventing innovations that will change the way we move. InMotion’s venture capital arm invests in high-growth companies in the mobility, transport,… Continue reading @Tata-JLR: INMOTION VENTURES INVESTS IN APEX.AI ALONGSIDE VOLVO GROUP VENTURE CAPITAL AND HELLA VENTURES

BMW sues air conditioning suppliers over price fixing

FILE PHOTO: BMW i8 is displayed at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles, California, U.S., November 20, 2019. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson BERLIN (Reuters) – BMW (BMWG.DE) is suing two of its suppliers over price fixing on air conditioning components, the German carmaker said on Wednesday. The case was first reported in the Handelsblatt newspaper, which… Continue reading BMW sues air conditioning suppliers over price fixing

Vehicles Remain Popular, But Ownership Need Weakens, Avis Says

The report examined consumer research across 16 markets in Europe and Asia, and it has revealed that reports of the “death of the car” are exaggerated.  Photo via Depositphotos. The car’s popularity will stay strong in the upcoming mobility shift, but attitudes toward ownership will change significantly, according to a new Avis Budget Group report.… Continue reading Vehicles Remain Popular, But Ownership Need Weakens, Avis Says