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Tag: Mobility
Safer Control of Steering
I’ve seen several very sketchy experiments around lately where people are controlling the steering of cars in unsafe ways. Let me break down a few of these ways, and discuss concerns. This is not safety advice, this is educational background info. If you do not understand what you are doing, don’t do it. Certainly don’t… Continue reading Safer Control of Steering
@Toyota: A Flexible Car-as-a-Service Marketplace: Our Investment in Bipi
These days, mobility options need to be safer than ever. Meeting traditional standards for safety is a must, but that’s in addition to maintaining a reduced risk of infection. For many, personally operated modes of transportation are the preferred choice. Cars, bikes, and scooters are all gaining in popularity, with one survey noting that interest… Continue reading @Toyota: A Flexible Car-as-a-Service Marketplace: Our Investment in Bipi
Lime’s CEO on the future of scooters: ‘COVID has turned from a headwind into a tailwind’
Like most shared scooter companies, Lime was hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. “We saw a 95 percent drop in ridership,” Lime CEO Wayne Ting says in an interview. “We’re a mobility company. And one of the things with mobility companies, when communities shut down, riders shut down.” But while the world still remains in… Continue reading Lime’s CEO on the future of scooters: ‘COVID has turned from a headwind into a tailwind’
Mini details pivotal new electric models and large SUV
Mini has offered the first official hints about how it plans to expand its electrified line-up, following the recent launch of the all-electric Mini hatchback. Outlining its product strategy for the near future, the brand said it will “enable customers all over the world to have emission-free driving with a completely electrified model family” while still offering… Continue reading Mini details pivotal new electric models and large SUV
Citroen UK has “huge desire” to bring Ami city car to Britain
Citroën is in the latter stages of evaluating the Ami electric city car for a sales debut in Britain, according to the firm’s UK managing director. Speaking to Autocar, Eurig Druce said there is a “huge desire” to bring the quirky two-seater to market here. “This is a true Citroën,” he elaborated. “This is absolutely what… Continue reading Citroen UK has “huge desire” to bring Ami city car to Britain
Dana Strengthens e-Propulsion Systems, Controls, Software, and Electronics Engineering Capabilities with Investment in Pi Innovo LLC
MAUMEE, Ohio, Oct. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) announced today that it has acquired a non-controlling stake in Pi Innovo LLC, a leader in embedded software solutions and electronics control units for the light vehicle, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets. Dana Incorporated logo. (PRNewsFoto/Dana Incorporated) Dana’s ability to design, engineer, and deliver… Continue reading Dana Strengthens e-Propulsion Systems, Controls, Software, and Electronics Engineering Capabilities with Investment in Pi Innovo LLC
German Handelsblatt: Autonomous driving: Mercedes wants to turn the S-Class into a motorway chauffeur
Mercedes-Benz S-Class The driver can let go of the steering wheel in certain situations. (Photo: Daimler) Immendingen At first glance, there are only two buttons above the thumb hollows in the steering wheel. But Daimler engineer Michael Decker assures: Whoever presses it, enters a completely different world. A second later, three turquoise lights flash around… Continue reading German Handelsblatt: Autonomous driving: Mercedes wants to turn the S-Class into a motorway chauffeur
Kia Motors works on next-gen military vehicles, explores EV platform, autonomous tech too
South Korean vehicle manufacturer Kia Motors has revealed its plans for the development of a new standard platform for next-generation military vehicles, which will strengthen its capabilities in future military projects. The OEM plans to start manufacturing prototypes of mid-sized standard vehicles within this year and take the test evaluations to the Korean government in… Continue reading Kia Motors works on next-gen military vehicles, explores EV platform, autonomous tech too
@VW Group: TRATON and Hino start E-Mobility Joint Venture
TRATON SE (TRATON) and Hino Motors, Ltd. (Hino) have signed a joint venture agreement for e-mobility in order to plan and provide e-mobility products that will be based on the two companies’ strategic partnership to offer customers the highest value. TRATON and Hino will combine their unique strengths to consequently develop electric vehicles including battery… Continue reading @VW Group: TRATON and Hino start E-Mobility Joint Venture