Cadillac Reprises Role as GM’s Chosen Brand for High-Tech Entrée

As Cadillac begins what could be its best-ever global sales year, the brand is also going to reclaim its historic role as General Motors Co.’s high-tech line. Powered by rapid growth in China, GM believes the brand is now a good place to debut new electric and even self-driving vehicles starting in the next decade,… Continue reading Cadillac Reprises Role as GM’s Chosen Brand for High-Tech Entrée

Magna Unveils High-Definition Icon Radar – Scans Environment in Four Dimensions

DETROIT, Jan. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ – Automakers now have a radar option that leapfrogs the competition as Magna unveiled its ICON RADAR at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Setting a new standard in high-resolution automotive radar, ICON RADAR incorporates advanced technology used by the U.S. military to provide precise detection, extensive range and high… Continue reading Magna Unveils High-Definition Icon Radar – Scans Environment in Four Dimensions

Faurecia and MAHLE to collaborate on technologies for thermal management of the Cockpit of the Future

Within the framework of this cooperation, Faurecia will bring its unique expertise as a full interior system integrator. MAHLE adds its holistic thermal expertise for passenger comfort and energy efficiency. The two companies have already identified several potential collaboration fields addressing topics such as air distribution, air conditioning integration solutions for electric vehicles and the… Continue reading Faurecia and MAHLE to collaborate on technologies for thermal management of the Cockpit of the Future

BMW Group Press Conference, North American International Auto Show, NAIAS Detroit 2018

And we expect more than 20% of US 5 Series sales in 2018 will be Plug-in-Electric Hybrids With increased customer demand for our electrified models, the US plays a vital role in our global electrification strategy. To keep the momentum going, the new and updated 2018 BMW i8 Coupe here on stage makes its World… Continue reading BMW Group Press Conference, North American International Auto Show, NAIAS Detroit 2018

Ford 300-mile all-electric SUV may be named Mach 1; due 2020

Follow John [embedded content] The big new debuts at the 2018 Detroit auto show are largely pickup trucks, one of them being the new mid-size 2019 Ford Ranger. Ford also introduced a new Bullitt Mustang, honoring the 51st anniversary of the legendary 1968 movie, and a high-performance ST version of the Edge crossover. (Is it… Continue reading Ford 300-mile all-electric SUV may be named Mach 1; due 2020

INFINITI Q Inspiration Concept: power beyond convention

Minimalist and human-centric interior design Concept suggests future applications for VC-Turbo variable compression ratio engine New ProPILOT technologies liberate the driver from mundane and stressful drives Full media information available from www.INFINITIPressPacks.com DETROIT – Previewing a new generation of INFINITI vehicles, the Q Inspiration Concept proposes how an innovative VC-Turbo powertrain, next-level autonomous drive technologies,… Continue reading INFINITI Q Inspiration Concept: power beyond convention

INFINITI Q Inspiration Concept: the full story

INFINITI reveals new form language for an era of advanced powertrains Minimalist and human-centric interior design Concept highlights world’s first production ready VC-Turbo variable compression ratio engine New ProPILOT technologies liberate the driver from mundane and stressful drives DETROIT – Previewing a new generation of INFINITI vehicles, the Q Inspiration Concept proposes how an innovative… Continue reading INFINITI Q Inspiration Concept: the full story

OPTIS and Lucid Motors Announce Collaboration at CES 2018, Use Simulation Technology to Develop the Next …

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 09, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OPTIS, the leading global virtual prototyping company, and Lucid Motors, a luxury mobility company defining a new class of premium electric vehicles, today announce their partnership to virtually test the next generation of automotive lighting solutions. The partnership uses OPTIS’s software and expertise to rapidly develop and… Continue reading OPTIS and Lucid Motors Announce Collaboration at CES 2018, Use Simulation Technology to Develop the Next …

One year old Pony.ai raises $112 million Series A to build autonomous car future

No that’s not a typo. Yes, that is larger than the median IPO fundraise last year. But few problems are as daunting as trying to build a fully autonomous car, particularly without the large resources of technology giants like Google, Uber, or Baidu behind you. So for Pony.ai, which was founded a little more than… Continue reading One year old Pony.ai raises $112 million Series A to build autonomous car future

Adient’s AI18 concept vehicle showcases the future of automotive seating

DETROIT, Jan. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Adient (NYSE: ADNT), the largest global automotive seating supplier, will demonstrate how new forms of mobility affect vehicle interiors with its AI18 concept vehicle at the 2018 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The innovative new concept was developed based on the findings of Adient’s proprietary studies of automotive customers’… Continue reading Adient’s AI18 concept vehicle showcases the future of automotive seating