FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Geneva Auto Show to Feature Advanced 48V Sports Car

Alternative-fuel specialist nanoFlowcell says its variably controllable mobile-flow cell supplies constant electrical energy to the four low-voltage electric motors that generate race-car-grade power.

1-Day Technical Event: Find out what solutions are available to help you overcome challenges in developing, testing and validating electronic and mechatronic systems for ADAS, autonomous and electric vehicle applications at the dSPACE Tech Day event on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, in Novi, MI. This event is free-of-charge, but pre-registration is required.

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Nissan Creates Off-Road NV2500, Mercedes-AMG E63 S Wagon, Challenger Demon’s Box of Goodies

What If No-One Wants a Driverless Car?

Consumers could be biggest barrier to autonomy, says a Kelley Blue Book analyst.

Euro NCAP Testing Saving Lives, Backers Say

Thatcham Research, which conducts U.K. crash tests for Euro NCAP, estimates that advances driven by rigorous testing have helped deliver a 63% reduction in car occupants killed and seriously injured annually since 1997.

Hyundai Forming Car-Assembly JV in Pakistan

Hyundai's joint venture with Nishat Mills, a local textile firm, would mark the Korean automaker's return to Pakistan after a JV between it and sister company Kia and a local partner failed.

What to Do Behind Wheel of Self-Driving Car? Harman Has Answers

Instead of bumper-to-bumper traffic, occupants can see a pristine beach or mountain landscape outside the car and fall asleep while the audio system recreates surf and chirping birds through a 360-degree sound field.

Harman’s Bedazzling User Experiences

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Harman International Industries is putting more infotainment options on the menu. If you still think of car stereos when you hear the name Harman, you haven’t been paying attention. The company has transformed itself into a major supplier of connected infotainment technologies and software for automotive and consumer electronics. It recently presented a dazzling array of exhibits at its new North American headquarters in Detroit.

Poland's January New-Car Registrations Best in 16 Years

The Samar research organization says registrations spiked 17.2% year-on-year to 41,935 units, with the Fabia and Octavia models built by Volkswagen affiliate Skoda among the top sellers.

Imports Into Japan Up in 2016; Mercedes Leads Way

Japan Automobile Importers Assn. Chairman Peter Kronschnabl attributes imports’ recovery to automakers putting greater emphasis on new propulsion and driver-assistance technologies.

Ford Optimistic About South Africa Prospects Despite Recall

Ford last month recalled 4,500 Kugas sold in South Africa following numerous reports of the SUVs catching fire because of engine overheating, but the automaker notes sales nevertheless rose 1.7% from like-2016 and it maintains a 14.5% market share.

Toyota Thailand Refreshes Subcompact Leader Vios

Having received a new 1.5L engine last year, the facelifted Vios mainly focuses on exterior design more consistent with the brand’s family-friendly look.

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