MARCH 11, 2019

Driven by tightening CO2 emissions rules and the rapid retreat from diesel technology, the consultancy LMC Automotive forecasts 48V technology’s use in Europe will grow to 33.0% of light vehicles in 2030 from 0.4% in 2018.

Honda 1.5L Engine Suffers Cold-Weather Oil-Dilution Problem

Honda’s direct-injected 1.5L turbo 4-cyl. Earth Dreams engine is creating a nightmare for the company as it tries to resolve a severe gasoline oil-dilution problem it says is caused by cold-weather operation.

New 2020 Toyota Corolla Has Much to Offer

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The latest generation of Toyota’s venerable C-segment sedan has great fuel economy, especially from its new hybrid grade, and lots of standard technology for not a lot of money.

Automakers Jockey for Position in Battle for the Dashboard

A new Wards Intelligence special report analyzes each OEM’s infotainment platform, connectivity and user-interface strategy to deliver cloud-based content – and capture lucrative data.

2019 Geneva Auto Show Coverage

Click here for stories and images from the 89th Geneva International Motor Show, being held March 7-17.

Volvo Pushes Ever More EV Power

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A 48V starter-generator system is the next play for Volvo as it takes steps toward its goal of electrifying all its vehicles by 2025.

Porsche Clarifies Future Macan Plans, Keeping Gas Version

After suggesting earlier in the week that Macan eventually would be electric-only, Porsche now says the current gasoline-powered Macan will continue production alongside new all-electric second-generation model.

Mobility Pioneer Borroni-Bird Turns Focus to Developing World

Playing off the word Africa, the mobility startup Afreecar is Borroni-Bird’s answer to sustainable, low-cost transportation and electricity for developing economies. His proof-of-concept is an e-trailer.

Ford Presents Upgraded Transit Van, New F-600

In addition to cargo van, passenger van, chassis cab and cutaway configurations, a new 5-passenger crew van is being added to the Transit family.

Valeo’s Remote-Control Solution for Conflicted Autonomous Vehicles

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In the early days of automated driving, AVs are likely to freeze up as they encounter traffic situations they don’t know how to resolve. French automotive supplier Valeo says its Drive 4U Remote could be the answer to getting them moving again.

Infrastructure Key to 5G Technology’s Advance

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Pedestrians, cyclists and motorcycle drivers account for almost half of all traffic-related fatalities in Spain and international 5G automotive associations say the technology could reduce accidents 68%.

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