WardsAuto Daily Edition
WardsAuto Daily

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

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ZF makes vehicles see, think and act.
ZF combines environmental sensors, such as camera and radar (see) with central electronic control units such as the ZF ProAI (think). Based on the data, intelligent mechatronics in the vehicle driveline and chassis systems execute the required vehicle motion control (act). ZF applies its know-how to help develop solutions for mobility megatrends like safety, efficiency and autonomous driving.

Make Room for Electrified ’20 Ford Escape

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The all-new fourth-generation Ford Escape includes two hybrids, marking a return to a niche Ford owned from 2004-2012 when it sold 114,071 electrified Escapes in a market devoid of competition.

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Autoline Daily 2019: Top Industry News

Honda Unveils CR-V Hybrid; Tesla Model 3 Earns Top Safety Pick; Ford Escape Hybrid Impressions

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BMW 330i Very Definition of Smart Car

2019 Wards 10 Best UX Winner
The BMW 330i makes a strong first impression on approach, but it’s once you begin driving – and playing – that the sedan stakes its claim as a technology benchmark.

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New Honda CR-V Gets First Hybrid

Honda remains bullish on hybrids, especially the CR-V Hybrid and expects the model to account for 10% of model sales.

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Detroit Kickstarts Public Fast-Charging Network

The four ChargePoint DC stations reflect projects big and small occurring around the U.S. to overcome skepticism of EVs.

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’20 Ford Escape

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The fourth-generation Ford Escape arrives with four powertrains including two hybrid options, a larger interior and a sporty driving character.

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Sensors Go Undercover at 2019 Frankfurt Auto Show

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As sensors proliferate, OEMs are looking for way to better integrate them into vehicles – and suppliers are providing solutions.

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Veteran Designer Perini Joins Genesis

Filippo Perini has been head of design and design innovation at Italdesign. He also has held design positions at Lamborghini, Audi and Alfa Romeo.

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Nissan Still No.1 on Most-Seen Auto Ads Chart

The first-place ad for the week of Sept. 9, a spot for the ’20 Nissan Versa, features music by Andreya Triana.

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Mercedes Building Electric eVito Van in Spain

The eVito initially will be available in two body versions, Van and Tourer, the latter with 8-9 seats. It also will be sold in two wheelbases.

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Auto Industry Change Is Brewing, and It’s Often Volcanic

Industry Voices
This is the second installment of a three-part series on how perceptions in the auto industry have changed, what it means and where it’s headed.

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