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
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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
@BMW: Electromobility and the future of the MINI model range.000691
Munich. The British premium automobile manufacturer MINI is driving forward with the realignment of its model range, with a clear focus on drivetrain technologies, vehicle segments and services of the future. At the centre of this realignment is the expansion of electromobility, enhanced commitment in the crossover and premium compact segments and strengthening of the… Continue reading @BMW: Electromobility and the future of the MINI model range.000691
Via and Hyundai-Aptiv joint venture to offer shared robotaxi rides next year
Motional, the Hyundai-Aptiv joint venture, and on-demand shuttle startup Via plan to launch a shared robotaxi service for the public in a U.S. city in the first half of 2021. The companies said the aim is to develop a “blueprint” for on-demand shared robotaxis and learn how these driverless vehicles can be integrated into mass transit.… Continue reading Via and Hyundai-Aptiv joint venture to offer shared robotaxi rides next year
Tesla should sell its self-driving computer chips, says comma.ai’s George Hotz
George Hotz, CEO of comma.ai, argues that Tesla should sell its self-driving computer chip and create some competition to Nvidia in the process. Hotz rose to fame through his hacking feats as a teen, but more recently, he has become a highly respected programmer and he founded comma.ai, which aims to solve self-driving while delivering… Continue reading Tesla should sell its self-driving computer chips, says comma.ai’s George Hotz
GM Defense delivers first Infantry Squad Vehicles to Army
Milford — GM Defense, a subsidiary of General Motors Co., completed an initial delivery of four Infantry Squad Vehicles to the U.S. Army for its first major defense contract since its 2017 inception. The Army awarded a $214.3 million contract for the vehicles just a few years after the automaker’s comeback in the defense business. GM Defense will manufacture 649 Infantry… Continue reading GM Defense delivers first Infantry Squad Vehicles to Army
@VW Group: Volkswagen Group of America to establish new headquarters in Northern Virginia
Oct 27, 2020 Volkswagen Group of America signs lease as anchor tenant in Northern Virginia development New building will consolidate multiple facilities into one location Volkswagen Group of America has been based in Northern Virginia since 2008 Herndon, VA — Volkswagen Group of America has signed a lease as an anchor tenant in Northern Virginia’s… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen Group of America to establish new headquarters in Northern Virginia
Lyft: Virtual Validation: A Scalable Solution to Test & Navigate the Autonomous Road Ahead
By: Robert Morgan, Engineering Director and Mason Lee, Technical Program Manager To build an autonomous vehicle (AV), we need to be able to safely and efficiently modify and test its software and hardware stacks. While on-road testing may seem like an effective way to do this, it’s simply unrealistic. It’s estimated that it would take more… Continue reading Lyft: Virtual Validation: A Scalable Solution to Test & Navigate the Autonomous Road Ahead