OCTOBER 18, 2017

From advances in tire-pressure monitoring and air-suspension controls to systems intended to prevent accidents and enable autonomous vehicles, German supplier Continental isn’t wasting any time adding advanced technologies.

ADAS and automated driving functions are driving innovation in the automotive industry, but as systems become increasingly complex, how do you keep the development effort manageable? You can with a well-coordinated tool chain in which perfectly matched tools interact smoothly throughout all development steps. Learn how you can keep your development process efficient and manageable.

Autoline Daily

The End of the ICE?, GM Wants to Test AVs in NYC, There’s How Many Cars on Plant Earth!?

GTI Color Harmony Inspection Systems
The GTI CHIS allows effective critical color and appearance audits in the automotive industry. Features include three independently controlled luminaires, three levels of illumination, multiple angles of illumination, a wireless remote, ColorGuard II lamp tracking, and casters to easily position the viewer. Conforms to ASTM D1729 and SAE J361 standards. Watch Video

A Hurricane Is Coming, Let’s Go Car Shopping

AutoPulse tracking technology detects an unexpectedly high number of dealership visits just before Harvey and Irma came to town.

Autoneum is the global market and technology leader in acoustic and thermal management for vehicles and is partner to vehicle manufacturers around the world. Autoneum develops and produces multifunctional, lightweight components for optimal protection against noise and heat. Autoneum’s innovations make vehicles quieter, lighter and safer and help to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

Concepts in Honda’s Spotlight at Tokyo Auto Show

The automaker will unveil its Sports EV Concept and will showcase the Urban EV Concept, which Honda says received a highly positive response at the recent Frankfurt auto show, as well as the NeuV personal mobility concept and the all-new CR-V.

No Actors in Chevrolet’s Most-Watched Auto Ad

WardsAuto Staff Chevy’s No.1 ad for the week of Oct. 9-15 took No.2 last time. In it, “real people (not actors)” guess which truck brands offer best-in-class horsepower and off-road capabilities and are pleasantly surprised when the bowtie brand’s models fit the bill.

Get new data on commercial vehicles
See detail on the 28.5 million trucks on the road today and how they are used in a spectrum of industries, geographies and applications. The Wards Commercial Vehicle Brand Utilization Report provides analysis of latest data to help you spot opportunities and guide your strategy and investment. Learn who buys and operates commercial vehicles, for which industries and in which regions. Download now

GM Holden Finds Buyer for Soon-to-Close Plant

The Australian subsidiary of General Motors will end production at the site Oct. 20 and then will undertake a decommissioning process that will extend to mid-2019.

How will AI reshape the auto industry?
This half-day event devoted to AI in Automotive features presentations from leading technology companies on how deep learning, natural language processing and other AI technologies will transform the way vehicles are designed, built and used in the years to come. Seating is limited… Reserve your spot now. Learn More

Porsche Adds Punch to New 718 Boxster, Cayman GTS

Greg Kable The boxer engine in the new roadster and coupe has a redesigned intake system and tweaked turbocharger that boost output 15 hp beyond the standard version of the engine used by the 718 Boxster S and 718 Cayman S.

World Vehicle Population Rose 4.6% in 2016

Vehicle populations grew rapidly in developing countries while wealthy nations saw little change.

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT